SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR TILLER
Clutch Handle
Gear Selection
Handle
Handle Adjustment
Handle
Depth Stake
Model 410 Series
Figure 8
WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.
Reverse
Reverse wheel drive only.
Neutral
Transmission is in neutral.
Gear Selection Handle
The gear selection handle is located on the front of the handle assembly. It is used to select NEUTRAL, REVERSE, or one of the FORWARD modes.
This tiller is designed for the gear selection handle to be moved while the engine is running. (It will be difficult to obtain all four positions with the engine off.) Pull or push the handle so that the indicator on top of shift cover points to the area of the operating mode desired.
See Figure 8.
NOTE: If difficulty is encountered in moving the gear selection handle, refer to the following helpful hints:
•To shift into forward or reverse wheel drive, move tiller forward slightly then backward to allow the gears to synchronize.
•To shift into forward wheels and tine drive, push forward slightly on the gear selection handle and slowly engage the clutch handle allowing the gears to synchronize.
•To stop forward movement and tine drive, release the clutch handle. Do not shift gears with the clutch handle engaged except when engaging the tines.
Wheels Forward
Forward wheel drive only.
Tines Reverse
Forward wheel drive and reverse tine drive.
WARNING: Make certain unit is in NEUTRAL when starting the engine.
Clutch Handle
The clutch handle is located beneath the handle. Squeezing the clutch handle against the handle engages the wheel and tine drive mechanisms.
See Figure 8.
Throttle Control
The throttle control lever is located on the engine. It controls the engine speed and stops the engine.
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