MTD 12212, 12211 specification

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MTD 12212, 12211 owner manual

Contents

Recoil Start Model shown 7HP Pony REAR-TINE Tiller See Back Cover for Customer Service information Operation Repairs, adjustments or inspectionsTraining Preparation Use slower engine speeds Maintenance and StorageKeep children and pets away To Avoid Serious Injury Operating SymbolsDecals Attach Handlebars Hardware BAG Parts ListIntroduction Inspect Unit Attach Forward Clutch Control Cable Attach Reverse Clutch Control Cable Check Transmission Gear OIL Level ADD Motor OIL to Engine Check Hardware for Tightness Attach Wheel Gear LeverCheck AIR Pressure in Tires Battery Activation and Charging Electric Start Assembly Steps Install Battery Attach Battery Cables and Vent Tube Keyswitch Connect Wiring Harness To Operate the Forward Clutch Control Engine ControlsForward Clutch Control Wheel Gear Lever Depth Regulator Handlebar Height AdjustmentTo Adjust the Handlebar Height Reverse Clutch Control Stop Stops the engine on recoil start models only Electric Start Keyswitch Electric Start ModelEngine Controls Engine Throttle Control Lever BREAK-IN Operation PRE-START ChecklistStarting and Stopping Engine Release all controls on the tiller Operating the TillerStarting the Engine Stopping the Engine Stopping the Tiller and Engine Turning the Tiller AroundFor forward motion of the wheels and tines For reverse motion of the wheels and tines Avoid making footprints Let the tiller do the workTilling depths Avoid tilling soggy, wet soil Tilling up and down slopes Tilling across slopes without using terracesClearing the tines Tilling on slopes Loading and Unloading the Tiller Power Composting Every Required Maintenance ScheduleProcedure Tiller Lubrication Check for OIL Leaks Transmission Gear OIL ServiceCheck Hardware Check Tire Pressure CARBURETOR/GOVERNOR Control Adjustments Engine CleaningEngine OIL Service AIR Cleaner Service Bolo Tines Wheel Gear Cable AdjustmentOFF Season Storage Cutting Edge Tine Checking and Adjusting Forward Clutch Belt TensionChecking and Adjusting Tension on Clutch Belts 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 Removal and Installation Battery MaintenanceBattery Care in Service Battery Storage ROW Marker BumperHILLER/FURROWER Problem Possible Cause Correction Troubleshooting QTY Models 12211Part Description 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 2322 ROW Marker AttachmentBumper Attachment Description QTY ROW Marker Attachment & Bumper AttachmentRow Marker Attachment option Bumper HILLER/FURROWER Attachment Page Owner Registration Card Warranty ServiceReplacement Parts Engine Service and Repair