SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR CULTIVATOR

START/ON (I)

On/Off Stop

 

Control

Throttle

Control

Choke Control

Primer Bulb

STOP/OFF (O)

Air Filter/

Muffler Cover

Shaft Tube Grip

Wheel Bracket

Assembly

Muffler

Spark

Plug

Tines

Figure 14

Read this operator’s manual and safety rules before operating your cultivator. Compare illustrations in Figure 14 with your cultivator to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

Application

Use this unit for tilling sod and light to medium soil. Also for tilling in garden areas, around trees, etc.

Throttle Control

The throttle control trigger is located below the right handlebar grip. It controls the engine speed. See Figure 14.

On/Off Stop Control

The On/Off Stop control switch is located on the left side mounting bracket. It is used to turn the unit on and off. The switch must be in the START position to start the unit. See Figure 14.

Choke Control

The choke control is located above the air filter/muffler cover. It is used to enrich the fuel mixture when starting a cold engine. See Figure 14.

Primer Bulb

The primer bulb is located to the left of the air filter/muffler cover. It is used to draw fuel into the carburetor when starting a cold engine or after refueling the unit. See Figure 14.

Wheel Bracket Assembly

The wheel bracket assembly is used to help move the unit when not in use and control the tilling depth when in use. Refer to OPERATING YOUR CULTIVATOR in Section 4.

Tines

The tilling tines are used to cultivate, furrow, and prepare your garden for seeding.

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