Operation

WARNING! Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings posted on the machine and in this manual before operating.

WARNING! Be sure no one other than the operator is standing near the tiller while starting engine or operating the unit. Never run engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and tiller.

Starting Engine

WARNING! Be sure no one is standing in front of the tiller while the engine is running or being

started.

Refer to the engine manual for instructions.

1.Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make sure the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.

2.Make sure that the tine clutch control is disengaged.

3.Place the throttle control (if equipped) in the FAST position.

4.For first time start-up, firmly press engine primer five (5) times. For all future starts, press three (3) times. Wait about two seconds between each press.

5.Place left hand on gas tank. Grasp recoil starter and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches the beginning of its compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point).

6.Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on handle. Let rope rewind slowly. Do not let recoil starter snap back against engine. Repeat until engine starts.

Stopping Engine

1.Move throttle control lever (if equipped) to STOP or OFF position. Refer to the engine manual for instructions on stopping the engine.

2.Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and ground against the engine.

Using Your Tiller

Your tiller is designed for seed bed preparation, cultivating, furrowing, and mulching.

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Controlling Speed and Tilling Depth

When tilling, leave approximately eight inches of untilled soil between the first and second tilling paths, then make the third path between the first and second, Fig. 5-1.

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Figure 5-1

In some soils, the desired depth is obtained the first time over the garden. In other soils, the desired depth is obtained by going over the garden two or three times. Passes should be made across the length and width of the garden alternately. Rocks which are turned up should be removed from the garden area.

Handle Pressure

Further control of tilling depth and travel speed can be obtained by variation of pressure on the handles. A downward pressure on the handles will reduce the working depth and increase the forward speed. An upward pressure on the handles will increase the working depth and reduce the forward speed. The type of soil and working conditions will determine the actual setting of the depth stake and the handle pressure required.

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