Honda Power Equipment FG100 12

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Before operating the tiller for the first time, please review the

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

(see

page 4) and the chapter titled

BEFORE OPERATION

(see page 10).

Even if you have operated other tillers, take time to become familiar with the operation of this tiller’s

controls and handling.

For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed area, such as a garage. Your

engine’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas which can collect rapidly in an enclosed area

and cause illness or death.

If the tiller starts to shake or vibrate, stop the engine immediately. After the tiller tines have completely

stopped, inspect them to determine the cause of the vibration. Sudden vibration is a sign of a hazardous

problem, such as loose or damaged tilling tines (or tiller attachment), hidden objects in the soil, or the

ground that is too hard to till. Do not operate the tiller until the problem is corrected.

Moving The Tiller

The tiller has transport wheels to allow easy

maneuvering to and from the work area. There is

an “UP” arrow on the transport wheel bar. Install

the transport wheels with the arrow pointing up as

shown.

Do not move the tiller with the engine running.

Before tilling, remove the transport wheels and

install the drag bar.

Drag Bar Installation

1. Make sure the engine is OFF before installing

the drag bar.

2. Remove the lock pin and the 5/16 x 7/8 inch

clevis pin. Remove the wheel assembly.

3. Install the drag bar with the pointed edge of the

drag bar towards the tiller tines using the

5/16 x 7/8 inch clevis pin and lock pin.

4. When your tilling job is completed, reinstall the

transport wheels in the reverse order of

removal.

Handlebar Adjustment

To adjust the handlebar height, remove the two

handlebar knobs, and the two 5/16-18 x 1 1/2 inch

handlebar bolts. Move the upper handlebar hole to

align with either the upper or lower holes in the

lower handlebar assembly.

LOCK PIN

DRAG BAR

CLEVIS PIN,

5/16 x 7/8 in

TRANSPORT

WHEELS

“UP” ARROW

HANDLEBAR BOLT,

5/16-18 x 1 1/2 in (2)

HANDLEBAR

KNOB (2)

LOWER

HANDLEBAR

ADJUSTING

HOLES

OPERATION

12 FG100 TILLER

Contents

Main BWARNING: B INTRODUCTION NOTICE Distributors Limited Warranty (Page 40) A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY B DANGER B WARNING B CAUTION CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 4 ATTACHMENTS AND MODIFICATIONS Accessories, Replacement & Parts and Appeal Warranty (Page 41) IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO EMPLOYERS IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS DANGER 6 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION FG100 TILLER 7 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 8 Throttle Lever Engine Switch Choke Lever Priming Bulb Transport Wheels Carrying Handle Recoil Starter Grip Drag Bar Tine Spacers (included with tiller) 10 Knowledge Physical and Mental Readiness Protective Clothing Hand and Body Protection BEFORE OPERATION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 12 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION Moving The Tiller Drag Bar Installation Starting The Engine Stopping The Engine TILLER OPERATION 14 Handling Tips Tilling In Rocky Soil D Narrow Cultivating 16 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SAFETY Safety Precautions MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 18 ENGINE MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Level Check Running the engine with too little or too much oil can cause engine damage. Engine Oil Change Engine Oil Recommendations 20 Air Filter Inspection UP Air Filter Cleaning Air Filter Cleaning Spark Plug Service 22 Incorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage. Spark Arrester Service MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Cooling Fin Inspection Throttle Cable Inspection Throttle Cable Adjustment Carburetor Adjustment FUEL SYSTEM Refueling . Fuel Recommendations Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can cause engine damage. Distributors Limited Warranty 26 Fuel Filter and Fuel Tank Cleaning TRANSMISSION LUBRICATION THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPER ASSEMBLY 28 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS UNPACKING 7 8 9 12 23 24 25 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 10 11 30 Page 32 Running the engine with too little or too much oil can cause engine damage. CONTROLS TILLER SAFETY OPERATION BEFORE OPERATION TRANSPORTING 34 Before Loading Loading STORAGE Cleaning Fuel Distributors Limited Warranty Adding Fuel Stabilizer To Extend Fuel Storage Life Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor Engine Oil 36 REMOVAL FROM STORAGE BEFORE OPERATION STARTING PROBLEMS ENGINE OPERATING PROBLEMS TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE 38 * Actual fuel consumption will vary depending on engine load conditions. TILLER SPECIFICATIONS SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS CONSUMER INFORMATION Find an Authorized Honda Servicing Dealer in Your Area Honda Publications Shop Manual 40 Distributors Limited Warranty To Qualify for this Warranty: What American Honda will Repair or Replace Under Warranty: Noncommercial/Nonrental Commercial/Rental Accessories, Replacement Parts, and Apparel Warranty To Qualify for this Warranty: Exclusions: Emission Control System Warranty 42 Your Warranty Rights And Obligations: California Other States All States Manufacturers Warranty Coverage: Exclusions: Emission Control System Warranty Parts WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION 44 OXYGENATED FUELS CARBURETOR MODIFICATIONS FOR HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATION 46 Source of Emissions The U.S and California Clean Air Acts Tampering and Altering REPLACEMENT PARTS A B C D INDEX QUICK REFERENCE Maintenance Tuneup * Resistor plugs reduce the interference with radio and television reception.