Before operating, position the unit’s handlebars.
NOTE: You may also need to reposition the wheel height before using the cultivator. Refer to the Adjusting Tine Depth section.
Begin by carefully unpacking the contents and making sure that nothing is damaged.
POSITIONING THE HANDLEBARS1.Loosen the two knobs on the inside of the handlebars (Fig. 1).
2.With the unit upright, swing the handlebars up into the operating position (Fig. 1).
NOTE: Take care not to pinch the throttle cable or switch wires when positioning the handlebar.
3. Tighten the knobs to secure the handlebars in place.
NOTE: Do not
4.Readjust the throttle cable and switch the wires so they are smooth and tight against the handlebar assembly. This will help prevent them from catching or snagging during normal operation.
ADJUSTING THE HANDLEBAR HEIGHT1.Remove the knobs and mounting bolts and reinstall them through either the top or bottom holes in the handlebar assembly (Fig. 2) in order to adjust the height of the handlebars.
2.Be sure to tighten the knobs to secure the handlebars in place.
Handlebar
Knobs
Handlebar
Knobs
| Fig. 1 | |
Top Hole | Washer | |
Bolt | Handlebar | |
Knob | ||
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Bottom Hole | Handlebars | |
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| Fig. 2 |
If the wheel bracket assembly is not installed, or if you ever need to remove or reinstall it, follow the ensuing instructions.
WARNING: To avoid injury from the tines, wear heavy gloves and a long sleeve shirt when installing the wheel bracket assembly.
WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, the wheel bracket assembly must be installed when operating the unit.
1.With the unit on its side, place the wheel bracket assembly on the underside of the tine guard (Fig. 3).
2.Install a carriage bolt through each of the slotted holes in the wheel bracket and into the tine guard.
3.On the TOP side of the tine guard, install a lock washer and a wing nut onto each of the bolts (Fig. 3).
4.Make sure the square shoulder of the bolts is pushed through the slotted holes in the wheel bracket. Tighten the wing nuts (Fig. 4).
NOTE: Do not
Tine
Guard
Wheel
Bracket
Assembly
Wing Nut &
Lock Washer
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
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