7HP Pony REAR-TINE Tiller | MTD 12212, 12211 instruction

SAFETY FIRST!

Before operating this equipment, read this Owner's Manual and the separate manual supplied by the engine manufacturer.

Models

12211 – Recoil Start

12212 – Electric Start

OWNER’S MANUAL

7HP PONY®

REAR-TINE TILLER

•Safety

•Assembly

•Features and Controls

•Operation

•Maintenance

•Parts List

(Recoil Start Model shown)

GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED

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MTD 12212, 12211 owner manual 7HP Pony REAR-TINE Tiller, Recoil Start Model shown

Contents

Recoil Start Model shown 7HP Pony REAR-TINE Tiller See Back Cover for Customer Service information Training Repairs, adjustments or inspectionsPreparation Operation Keep children and pets away Maintenance and StorageUse slower engine speeds Decals Operating SymbolsTo Avoid Serious Injury Introduction Hardware BAG Parts ListInspect Unit Attach Handlebars Attach Forward Clutch Control Cable Attach Reverse Clutch Control Cable Check Transmission Gear OIL Level ADD Motor OIL to Engine Check AIR Pressure in Tires Attach Wheel Gear LeverCheck Hardware for Tightness Battery Activation and Charging Electric Start Assembly Steps Install Battery Attach Battery Cables and Vent Tube Keyswitch Connect Wiring Harness Forward Clutch Control Engine ControlsWheel Gear Lever To Operate the Forward Clutch Control To Adjust the Handlebar Height Handlebar Height AdjustmentReverse Clutch Control Depth Regulator Engine Controls Electric Start Keyswitch Electric Start ModelEngine Throttle Control Lever Stop Stops the engine on recoil start models only Starting and Stopping PRE-START ChecklistEngine BREAK-IN Operation Starting the Engine Operating the TillerStopping the Engine Release all controls on the tiller For forward motion of the wheels and tines Turning the Tiller AroundFor reverse motion of the wheels and tines Stopping the Tiller and Engine Tilling depths Let the tiller do the workAvoid tilling soggy, wet soil Avoid making footprints Clearing the tines Tilling across slopes without using terracesTilling on slopes Tilling up and down slopes Loading and Unloading the Tiller Power Composting Procedure Required Maintenance ScheduleTiller Lubrication Every Check Hardware Transmission Gear OIL ServiceCheck Tire Pressure Check for OIL Leaks Engine OIL Service Engine CleaningAIR Cleaner Service CARBURETOR/GOVERNOR Control Adjustments OFF Season Storage Wheel Gear Cable AdjustmentBolo Tines Checking and Adjusting Tension on Clutch Belts Checking and Adjusting Forward Clutch Belt TensionCutting Edge Tine More Belt Tension Checking and Adjusting Reverse Clutch Belt Tension Removing Forward Clutch Belt Installing Forward Clutch Belt Removing Reverse Clutch Belt Installing Reverse Clutch Belt Battery Care in Service Battery MaintenanceBattery Storage Battery Removal and Installation HILLER/FURROWER BumperROW Marker Problem Possible Cause Correction Troubleshooting Part Description Models 12211QTY See page 36, Ref 47, for attach Ment screw Parts List ENGINE, Support BRACKETS, PULLEYS, BELTS, Belt Cover 1917326 Part Description QTY Main Drive Shaft Input Pinion Shaft & Gear Assembly Wheel SHAFT, Eccentric Shaft and Tiller Shaft Assemblies Thicker than standard tines Bolo TINES, Wheels Electric Start Assembly 1918831001 Battery Bracket Bumper Attachment ROW Marker Attachment2322 Row Marker Attachment option ROW Marker Attachment & Bumper AttachmentBumper Description QTY HILLER/FURROWER Attachment Page Replacement Parts Warranty ServiceEngine Service and Repair Owner Registration Card