SECTION 2: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, see separate engine manual for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations.
NOTE: Left and right is determined from the operator’s position, standing behind the tiller.
REMOVING UNIT FROM CARTON
•Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton.
•Remove all loose parts included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.)
•Cut along corners, lay carton down flat, and remove packing material.
•Roll or slide unit out of carton and check carton thoroughly for loose parts.
•Extend control cable(s) to the rear of the tiller and lay them on the floor. Be careful not to bend or kink control cable(s).
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
*An adjustable wrench may be used.
This owner's guide covers two different model tillers. Model 340 has forward tine drive only. Model 390 has both forward and reverse tine drive. Follow only the instructions which pertain to your model tiller. See the model plate on your tiller for the correct model number.
LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON
1.Tailpiece
2.Depth Stake
3.Handle Assembly
NOTE: All hardware required for assembly has been placed in position on the tiller.
BEFORE ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
ATTACHING THE TAILPIECE AND DEPTH STAKE
1.Remove the two
2.Secure with screws just removed. See Figure 2.
Hex Nut and |
Cupped Washer |
Tailpiece |
Depth |
Stake |
Screws |
Figure 2
ATTACHING THE HANDLE ASSEMBLY
1.Remove the hex bolt and cupped washer from the top right side of the frame halves. Hold the cable guide bracket on the left side of the frame as it will fall when the bolt is removed. See Figure 3.
2.Insert the handle assembly between the two frame halves. Insert the hex bolt just removed through the frame halves, handle assembly, and into the cable guide bracket (notch in cable guide bracket goes over the flange on the frame). Tighten securely.
3.Loosen the hand knob which secures the handle brace to the handle assembly.
4.Remove the handle knob and hardware from the handle brace. Insert the carriage screw through the welded bracket on the handle and into the end of the handle brace. See Figure 3.
5.Secure with cupped washer and handle knob.
6.Select one of the three handle height positions (three notches in welded bracket), and tighten the hand knob to secure the handle in desired position. Make certain carriage bolt is seated securely into one of the three positions provided.
Handle | Handle |
Brace | Crank |
| |
| Handle |
| Assembly |
Figure 3
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