Check Cable Adjustment
•With the clutch lever disengaged, pull starter rope slowly several times. The tines should not turn. If they turn, the cable is not adjusted properly.
•To adjust the cable, loosen the nut near the top of the cable and unscrew the cable to provide additional slack in wire. See Figure 3.
•Tighten the nut and check again for proper adjustment.
Clutch Lever
Loosen Nut
Figure 3
SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR TILLER
Tine Clutch Control
Handle Adjustment Lever
Depth Stake
Tines
Figure 4
WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.
Tine Clutch Control
Handle Adjustment Lever
The handle may be adjusted to the height desired. Loosen the handle adjustment lever a few turns and pivot handle up or down to desired position. Tighten lock. See Figure 4.
The clutch control lever is located on the left handle. Squeezing the lever against the handle engages the tine drive. Release the lever to stop the tines from turning. See Figure 4
Depth Stake
The depth stake is located in the rear of the tiller and it controls the tilling depth. See Figure 4
Throttle Control
The throttle control lever is located on the engine. It controls the engine’s speed and stops the engine.
•With the throttle control pushed completely forward, the carburetor is in START or FAST position. Use maximum engine speed for deep tilling.
•Pull the throttle control back to reduce engine speed to IDLE. Throttle control should be at IDLE for transporting the tiller.
•Pull the throttle completely back to stop the engine.
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