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Starting the Engine
With the spark plug wire disconnected from the spark plug, perform the following checks and services before each use:
1.Read the Safe Operation Practices and Features & Controls Sections in this manual. Read the separate Engine Operator’s Manual provided with the tiller.
2.Put the wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position (wheel pins must be through holes in wheel hubs and wheel shaft).
WARNING! Never allow either of the wheels to be in the FREEWHEEL position when the engine is running. Always put both wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position before starting the engine. Failure to comply could cause loss of tiller control, property damage, or personal injury.
3.Check the tiller for loose or missing hardware. Service as required.
4.Check engine oil level. See Engine Operator’s Manual.
5.Check that all safety guards and covers are in place.
6.Check air cleaner and engine cooling system. See Engine Operator’s Manual.
7.Fill the fuel tank with gasoline according to the directions in the separate Engine Operator’s Manual. Follow all instructions and safety rules carefully.
8.Attach the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
Starting the Engine
WARNING! To help prevent serious personal injury or damage to equipment, put both wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position. Never have wheels in FREEWHEEL position when the engine is running. When the wheels are in FREEWHEEL, they do not hold back the tiller and the tines could propel the tiller rapidly forward or backward. Put the Forward Clutch Bail in neutral (disengaged) positions by releasing levers.
WARNING! Never run the engine indoors or in enclosed, poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas. Avoid the engine muffler and nearby areas. Temperatures in these areas may exceed 150° F.
1.Complete the
2.Put the wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position.
3.Move the Depth Regulator Lever all the way down to the “travel” position, so that the tines clear the ground.
4.Release all the controls on the tiller.
5.On engine’s with a fuel
6.Put the ignition switch and/or throttle the control lever located on the engine in the “ON”, “RUN”, “FAST” or “START” position, as instructed in the Engine Operator’s Manual.
7.Choke or prime engine, as instructed in Engine Operator’s Manual.
8.Put one hand on the fuel tank to stabilize the tiller when pulling the starter rope handle. Then use recoil starter to start the engine, as instructed in the Engine Operator’s Manual. When the engine starts, gradually move choke lever (if so equipped) to “NO CHOKE”, “CHOKE OFF” or “RUN” position.
9.Use the “FAST” throttle speed setting when tilling.
Stopping the Engine
1.To stop the wheels and tines, release the Forward Clutch Bail.
2.To stop the engine, put the ignition switch and/or the throttle control lever in the “OFF” or “STOP” position.
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