SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLER
NOTE: This operator’s manual covers various models of tillers. The units illustrated may vary slightly from your unit. Follow only those instructions which pertain to your model number.
NOTE: References to right or left side of the tiller are determined from behind the unit in the operating position.
Handle Adjustment Lever
To Remove Unit From Carton
•Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton.
•Remove loose parts included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.).
•Cut corners and lay carton down flat.
•Remove packing material.
•Roll or slide unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for loose parts.
•Extend control cable and lay on the floor. Be careful not to bend or kink control cable.
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your machine.
Handle Adjustment Lever
Loose Parts In Carton
Tailpiece and Depth Stake
NOTE: All hardware needed for assembly is attached to the loose parts or the tiller.
Retainer Bracket
Lock Nut
Before Assembly
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
Assembling The Handle
Tailpiece
Figure 1
•Remove the handle adjustment lever from handle and lift up upper handle to raise in operating position. See Figure 1.
•Reinsert adjustment lever through the lower hole, tightening the lever into lock nut on the retainer bracket.
•Once the lever is in the lock nut, the handle can be moved to the desired position and then tighten securely.
Attaching Tailpiece and Depth Stake
•Remove the two
•Secure tailpiece with the screws just removed.
Lower Hole
Figure 2
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