TILLER OPERATION
1. Install the drag bar (see page 12). Honda recommends using the drag bar when tilling. The tiller can be
difficult to control without the drag bar installed.
2. Adjust the handlebar to a comfortable position around waist height for normal tilling (see page 12).
3. Set the tilling depth by moving the drag bar up or down (see page 12).
The ideal height of the drag bar will depend on the type of soil being tilled, and soil conditions at the
time of tilling. In general, however, the drag bar should be adjusted so that the tiller is tilted slightly
backward.
4. Start the engine (see page 13).
5. Tilt the tiller back until the tines are off the ground. Squeeze the throttle lever to full speed position
(lever tight against the grip).
6. Lower the front of the tiller until the tines begin to dig into the ground.
7. Lower the handle slightly so the front of the tiller is raised about 6 - 8°. To get the maximum advantage
from the tiller, hold the tiller at this angle while you are tilling the ground.
Handling Tips
•If the tiller tends to move forward rapidly, push down on the handlebars to allow the drag bar to
penetrate the soil and slow the forward motion of the tiller. Continue to press down until the tiller tines
have dug to a desired depth that allows easy tiller handling.
•If the tines dig in but the tiller will not move forward, ease up on the handlebars and move the
handlebars from side-to-side. If the tiller still digs in, but will not move forward, raise the drag bar up a
hole.
•When turning, push down on the handlebars to bring the tiller’s weight to the rear; this will make turning
easier.
DRAG BAR
THROTTLE LEVER
HANDLEBARS
6 - 8°
OPERATION
14 FG100 TILLER