SECTION 2: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER
This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new tiller. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain your tiller. Please read and understand what it says.
Before you start to prepare your tiller for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the information from it in this Operators Manual. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your dealer or the MTD customer support department.
•Every tiller has a model plate. You can locate it by standing in the operating position behind the unit and looking down at the frame on the right side.
•The model plate will look like Figure 2.
This is where your model number will be.
This is where your serial number will be.
Copy the model number here:
MTD PRODUCTS INC Copy the serial number here:
CLEVELAND , OHIO 44136
Figure 2
SECTION 3: CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT
If you are having difficulty assembling this product or if you have any question regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department. You can reach them by calling:
Before you call, make sure that you have your model and serial numbers ready. By having the model and serial numbers ready, you help the Customer Support Representative give you faster service. To find your unit’s model and serial number, see SECTION 2: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER.
SECTION 4: UNPACKING
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton.
2.Remove all loose parts included with unit.
3.Cut along dotted lines and lay carton down flat.
4.Remove packing material.
5.Roll or slide unit out of carton. Check carton thoroughly for loose parts.
6.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).
All hardware required for assembly has been placed in position on the tiller.
SECTION 5: 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.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
*An adjustable wrench may be used.
This owner's guide covers three different model tillers. Models 340 and 345 have 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.
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