Contents
Operator’s Manual
Table of Contents
Finding Model Number
Customer Support
Preparation
Safety Alert Symbol
Training
Operation
Maintenance and Storage
Keep children and pets away
Use slower engine speeds
Decals
To Avoid Serious Injury
Inspect Unit
Hardware BAG Parts List
Introduction
Attach Handlebars
Attach Reverse Clutch Control Cable
Attach Forward Clutch Control Cable
Assistance
Marked Neg
Attach Wheel Gear Lever
Check AIR Pressure in Tires
Positive terminal to help protect it from corrosion
Wheel Gear Lever
Forward Clutch Control
To Operate the Forward Clutch Control
Depth Regulator
Engine Controls
Reverse Clutch Control
Engine Throttle Control Lever
PRE-START Checklist
Starting and Stopping Engine
BREAK-IN Operation
Stopping the Engine
Operating the Tiller
Starting 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 across slopes without using terraces
Tilling up and down slopes
Terrace Gardening
Power Composting
Loading and Unloading the Tiller
Maintenance Schedule
Check Hardware
Check Tire Pressure
Check for OIL Leaks
Transmission Gear OIL Service
Using a clean funnel, slowly add SAE
To Check Transmission Gear Oil Level
AIR Cleaner Service
Engine Cleaning
Engine OIL Service
Spark Plug Service
Wheel Gear Cable Adjustment
OFF Season Storage
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
Reverse Clutch Belt Removal and Replacement
Installing Reverse Clutch Belt
Removing Reverse Clutch Belt
Battery Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Correction
Bumper Model OEM-290-254
HILLER/FURROWER Model OEM-290-251
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
Bumper Attachment
OEM-290-254
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