SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

This instruction manual covers several different model tillers. Follow only those instructions which pertain to your unit.

NOTE: Left and right is determined from the operator’s position, standing behind the tiller.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

(2)1/2" Wrenches*

(1)9/16" Wrench*

(1)Pair of Pliers

*Two adjustable wrenches may be used.

LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON

(1) Depth Stake

(1)Handle Assembly

(1)Shift Rod

(1)Handle Adjustment Rod (Model 420 Only)

1.Tip the tiller forward so it rests on front counterweight.

2.Unthread the “T” knob from the top of the depth stake, and remove the flat washer and hex bolt. Remove the hairpin clip from the clevis pin. See Figure 3.

3.Raise the tine shield hinge flap assembly. Insert the depth stake assembly in the slot (under the tine shield) and up through the tine shield assembly as shown in Figure 3.

4.Insert clevis pin through the tine shield and depth stake assemblies. Secure with hairpin clip.

5.Insert hex bolt into the top hole of the depth stake assembly. Place flat washer on the hex bolt and thread “T” knob onto the hex bolt. See Figure 3. Tighten securely.

6.Tip the tiller back down so it rests on the tines.

NOTE: All hardware needed for assembly is attached to the loose parts or the tiller.

ATTACHING THE DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY

T-Knob, Flat Washer, Hex Bolt

Tine Shield

Hinge Flap

Clevis Pin

Hairpin Clip

Depth Stake

Figure 3

Attaching the Handle Assembly

1.Remove the Handle Adjustment Lock, Flange Nut Retainer Bracket, Shoulder Bolt and Lock Nut from the Pivot Bracket.

2.Place the handle assembly in position in the handle pivot bracket lining the upper holes in the handle with the slots in the pivot bracket. See Figure 4.

Flange Nut Retainer Bracket

 

Shoulder Bolt

Handle Adjustment

Lock Nut

 

Lock

 

Flange Nut

 

Pivot Bracket

Figure 4

3.Lift up the handle assembly and align the bottom holes in the handle assembly with the holes in the pivot bracket. Insert hex bolt (with Hex nut retainer attached through the round hole). The head of hex bolt and retainer bracket should be to the right hand side of the unit. See Figure 5.

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420, 410 specifications

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