Contents
Operator’s Manual
Finding Model Number
Table of Contents
Customer Support
Safety Alert Symbol
Training
Preparation
Operation
Keep children and pets away
Maintenance and Storage
Use slower engine speeds
Decals
To Avoid Serious Injury
Hardware BAG Parts List
Introduction
Inspect Unit
Attach Handlebars
Attach Forward Clutch Control Cable
Attach Reverse Clutch Control Cable
Assistance
Attach Wheel Gear Lever
Check AIR Pressure in Tires
Marked Neg
Positive terminal to help protect it from corrosion
Forward Clutch Control
Wheel Gear Lever
To Operate the Forward Clutch Control
Engine Controls
Reverse Clutch Control
Depth Regulator
Engine Throttle Control Lever
Starting and Stopping Engine
PRE-START Checklist
BREAK-IN Operation
Operating the Tiller
Starting the Engine
Stopping the Engine
Release all controls on the tiller
For reverse motion of the wheels and tines
Stopping the Tiller and Engine
Tilling Tips & Techniques
Choosing correct wheel and tine speeds
Tilling up and down slopes
Tilling across slopes without using terraces
Terrace Gardening
Power Composting
Loading and Unloading the Tiller
Check Hardware
Maintenance Schedule
Check Tire Pressure
Transmission Gear OIL Service
Using a clean funnel, slowly add SAE
Check for OIL Leaks
To Check Transmission Gear Oil Level
Engine Cleaning
Engine OIL Service
AIR Cleaner Service
Spark Plug Service
OFF Season Storage
Wheel Gear Cable Adjustment
Bolo Tines
Checking and Adjusting Forward Clutch Belt Tension
Cutting Edge Tine
Checking and Adjusting Reverse Clutch Belt Tension
Checking Forward Belt Tension
Installing Forward Clutch Belt
Removing Forward Clutch Belt
Installing Reverse Clutch Belt
Reverse Clutch Belt Removal and Replacement
Removing Reverse Clutch Belt
Battery Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Correction
HILLER/FURROWER Model OEM-290-251
Bumper Model OEM-290-254
ROW MARKER- Model OEM-290-257
Parts List
Part Description
QTY
ENGINE, Support BRACKETS, PULLEYS, BELTS, Belt Cover
710-0539
Transmission HOUSING, COVERS, SEALS, GASKETS, Plugs
721-04044
Drive SHAFT, Input Pinion Shaft and Gear Assemblies
Main Drive Shaft
Wheel SHAFT, Eccentric Shaft and Tiller Shaft Assemblies
Bolo TINES, Wheels
Description QTY
OEM-290-254
Bumper Attachment
Bumper OEM-290-254
HOOD, Bracket and Depth Regulator
Model E666M
Electric Start Assembly
Cable ground wire to starter Motor bracket
TROY-BILT Tiller Lifetime Limited Warranty