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Operator’s Manual
Rear Tine Tiller
Model Series 410
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operato
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This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new tiller. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices 3 Maintaining Your Tiller 13 Assembling Your Tiller 5 Troubleshooting 15 Know Your Tiller 8 Illustrated Parts List 16 Operating Your Tiller 10 Warranty 24 Making Adjustments 12 FINDING AND RECORDING MODEL NUMBER BEFORE YOU START ASSEMB
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning. WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle componen
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WARNING WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY C 1. READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL. DEPTH 2. KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTIONS U STAKE OF ALL CONTROLS. T 3. KEEP ALL SAFETY DEVICES AND SHIELDS IN PLACE AND WORKING. 4. NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN OR TRANSPORT UNINSTRUCTED ADULTS TO O OPERATE TILLER. 1" 5. SHUT OFF ENGINE BEFORE 3" U 5" UNCLOGGING TINES OR MAKING 7" REPAIRS. T 6. KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY FROM MACHINE. 7. KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING KEEP AWAY FROM PARTS. ROTATING TINES. 8. USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN ROT
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SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLER NOTE: This operator’s manual covers various models Insert hex bolt into the top hole of the depth stake of tillers. The units illustrated may vary slightly from assembly. Place flat washer on the hex bolt and your unit. Follow only those instructions which pertain thread “T” knob onto the hex bolt. Tighten securely. to your model number. See Figure 1. Tip the tiller back down so it rests on the tines. NOTE: References to right or left side of the tiller
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Retainer Bracket Shoulder Bolt & Lock Nut T-Handles Bracket Handle Gear Shift Rod Adjustment Rod (Model Series 420) Figure 3 Place the hex opening of the flange nut retainer Gear Shift Rod Opening bracket over the flange nut securing the handle adjustment crank and install the lock nut on the lower shoulder bolt. See Figure 4. Shift Cover Rubber Washer Pivot handle assembly into position desired. Flat Washer Tighten the bottom bolt, lock nut, and the handle Hairpin Clip adjustment lock s
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Remove one hex nut from the threaded casing on NOTE: Keep hands out of belt area while unit is the end of the cable. Slip the wire up through the operating. slot on the cable bracket underneath the handle. Standing on the right side of the tiller, visually Push the end of the casing up through the cable examine the belt (inside the belt cover). It should bracket. Rethread the hex nut on the end of the not be turning. cable. Do not tighten at this time. If the belt turns with the unit
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SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR TILLER Clutch Handle Gear Selection Handle Handle Adjustment Handle Depth Stake Model 410 Series Figure 8 WARNING: Read, understand, and follow Reverse all instructions and warnings on the Reverse wheel drive only. machine and in this manual before Neutral operating. Transmission is in neutral. Wheels Forward Gear Selection Handle Forward wheel drive only. The gear selection handle is located on the front of the Tines Reverse handle assembly. It is used to select NEUTRAL,
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Choke Lever (If Equipped) Fuel Shut-Off Valve (If Equipped) The choke lever is located on top of the carburetor on Make sure the valve is in the On (horizontal) position the back of the engine underneath the muffler. It is used when starting the unit. Any time the tiller is not in to enrich the fuel mixture in the carburetor when starting operation (i.e., storing, performing maintenance or a cold engine. adjustment), make sure the valve is in the OFF (vertical) position. Be careful when dise
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SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR TILLER WARNING: Read, understand, and follow Stand at side of tiller. Grasp the starter handle and all instructions and warnings on the pull out slowly, until it pulls slightly harder. Let rope machine and in this manual before rewind slowly. operating. Pull starter handle rapidly. Do not allow handle to snap back. Allow it to rewind slowly while keeping a firm hold on the starter handle. Before Starting Repeat previous steps until engine starts. As engine
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When using the tiller for the first time, use the To adjust the depth stake, remove the clevis pin and second adjustment hole from the top (1" of tilling hairpin clip. Move the depth stake to the desired setting depth). See Figure 9. and secure with the clevis pin and hairpin clip. See Figure 9. To adjust the side shields, remove the wing nuts. Move Use This Position Transport Position the side shield to the desired position and replace the First Time wing nuts. Tighten securely. 1” 3” Cle
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SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Never attempt to make any Belt Tension Adjustment adjustments while the engine is running, Periodic adjustment of the belt tension may be required except where specified in operator’s due to normal stretch and wear on the belt. Adjustment manual. is needed if the tines or wheels seem to hesitate while turning, but the engine maintains the same speed. Handle Adjustment To adjust the tension on the belt, refer to Final Clutch The handle may be adjusted t
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SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR TILLER WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire Remove tine assemblies and lubricate the tine shafts at and ground it against the engine before least once a season. performing any repairs or maintenance. Wheel Shafts Remove wheel assemblies and lubricate the axle shafts Engine at least once a season. Refer to the separate engine manual for engine maintenance instructions. Cleaning Tine Area Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate Clean the underside of t
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NOTE: Upon reassembly, make certain the belt is Off-Season Storage routed over the idler pulley and inside of belt keepers by If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30 engine pulley. See Figure 10. days, the following steps should be taken to prepare the Engine tiller for storage. Pulley Belt Keeper Clean the exterior of engine and the entire tiller thoroughly. Lubricate the tiller as described in the lubrication instructions. Hex Bolt We do not recommend the use of pres
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SECTION 7: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Fuel will not last over thirty start days unless a fuel stabilizer is used. Throttle control lever not in correct starting Move throttle lever to start position. position (if so equipped). Blocked fuel line. Clean fuel line. Dirty aircleaner. Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit. Choke not in ON position. Move choke to O
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SECTION 8: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL SERIES 410 1 2 3 4 4 6 5 8 7 9 42 10 4 29 11 31 21 30 12 23 1 22 24 32 33 28 27 13 21 4 38 21 25 37 14 26 34 36 35 39 41 15 40 16 17 19 18 16
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Model Series 410 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description No. No. 1. 710-1017 Hex Screw 1/4-20 x.625 22. 686-0031A Belt Keeper Bracket Ass’y 2. 786-0168 Shift Cover - Tecumseh 23. 736-0119 Lock Washer 5/16 3. 686-0095 Crank Shift Assembly 24. 710-0237 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-24 x.625 4. 712-04063 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18 25. 756-0971 Inner Pulley Half 5. 715-0120 Spiral Pin 26. 756-0972 Outer Pulley Half 6. 786-0117 Shift Cover Mounting Bracket 27. 754-0438 V-Belt 7. 710-3008 Hex Ca
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Model Series 410 32 33 1 5 36 6 35 38 39 40 2 41 31 42 34 45 9 7 37 11 46 3 10 40 43 49 19 44 47 4 48 20 12 11 13 24 14 50 25 51 52 26 15 21 51 25 22 16 53 48 13 27 17 1 28 23 2 15 4 3 30 29 18
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Model Series 410 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description No. No. 1. 721-0378 Shaft Seal 1.0 Dia 29. 786-0086 Reinforcement Bracket 2. 712-0378 Hex Nut 7/16-20 30. 721-0295 Chain Case Gasket 3. 736-0407 Bell Washer.45 ID x 1.0 OD 31. 710-0258 Hex Cap Screw 1/4-20 x.625 4. 721-0379 Shaft Seal.75 Dia 32. 736-0329 Lock Washer 1/4 5. 716-0865 Snap Ring.50 Dia 33. 736-0512 Flat Washer.281 ID x.875 OD 6. 686-0038 Gear Case Assembly - RH Half 34. 741-0124 Ball Bearing 7. 618-0245
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