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Operating Instructions
NEVER START ENGINE OR OPERATE TILLER WITH
WHEELS IN FREE-WHEEL POSITION.
The free-wheel position is for transporting the tiller long distances.
Start-Up
The controls required to start and run the tiller are located on
the engine and are marked “Choke” and “Throttle”. A detailed
description of engine operation and precautions is available in the
engine operation manual.
Cold Starts
1. Move choke lever to full choke position.
2. Move throttle lever to “start”.
3. Pull starting rope out slowly one time and allow to return normally.
4. Pull starting rope out rapidly, and allow rope to return normally.
5. When engine starts, gradually move choke lever to “no choke”
position and increase throttle speed.
Restarting A Warm Engine
Restarting an engine that is already warm from previous running does
not normally require use of the choke.
1. Move throttle lever to “start” position.
2. Pull starting rope out rapidly until engine starts. Allow rope to
return normally. Repeat until engine starts.
3. Adjust throttle speed to “high” for best tiller action.
Idle Speed
Use the “low” position on the throttle lever to reduce stress on the
engine when tilling is not being performed. Lowering the engine
speed to “idle” will help extend the life of the motor, as well as
conserve fuel and reduce the noise level of the equipment.
Operating Speed
For normal tilling, set the throttle lever to “fast”.
Shutting Down
To stop the engine at any time, move throttle control to the off
position. To stop wheels and tines at any time, release drive safety
control levers to neutral position.
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