Controls and Features

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Reverse Tine

Engagement Lever

Handle

Forward Tine

Engagement Lever

Handle Knob

Throttle Control

Depth Stake

End Cap

Tiller Tines

 

Figure 4-1

Engine Controls

Tines and End Caps

See the separate Engine Operator’s Manual for additional information and functions of the engine controls.

Forward Tine Engagement Lever

The forward tine control lever is located beneath the upper section of the handle. Squeezing the lever against the handle engages the tine drive. Release the lever to stop the tines.

Tilling tines and end caps are used to cultivate, furrow and prepare your garden for seeding. End caps are used to avoid tilled soil from overflowing onto unwanted areas.

Handle Knob

The handle height may be adjusted. Loosen the knob to change the position. Tighten hardware when complete.

Reverse Tine Engagement Lever

The reverse tine control lever is located on top of the upper section of the handle. Pulling the lever toward operator engages the tines in reverse. Release the lever to stop the tines.

NOTE: Never engage both the forward and reverse tine drives at the same time. Engaging both forward and reverse tine drives at the same time could damage the belt drives and cause the engine to stall.

Depth Stake

The depth stake controls the tilling depth.

Throttle Control

The throttle controls the engine’s speed. Use maximum engine speed when tilling. Stop the engine when tranporting the tiller.

Choke Lever

The Choke lever is located next to the throttle lever. It is used to enrich the fuel mixture when starting a cold engine.

Recoil Starter

The recoil starter is located on the right side of the engine and is used to manually start the engine.