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TINE OPERATION (See Fig. 6)

FORWARD

•  Squeeze forward tine control to handle.

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and oil 

or attempting to start engine.

The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result 

in severe eye damage.  Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tiller 

and while tilling.  We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over spectacles or standard 

safety glasses.

TILLING

The speed and depth of tilling is regulated by the position 

of the depth stake and wheel height.
The depth stake should always be below the wheels for 

digging.  It serves as a brake to slow the tiller’s forward 

motion to enable the tines to penetrate the ground.  Also, 

the more the depth stake is lowered into the ground the 

deeper the tines will dig.

DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 6)

Adjust depth stake by removing the hairpin clip and clevis 

pin.  Change depth stake to desired position.  Replace the 

clevis pin and hairpin clip.
• 

For normal tilling, set depth stake at the second or third 

hole from the top.

WHEELS (See Fig. 6)

Adjust wheels by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin.  

Change wheel position.  Replace the hairpin clip and clevis 

pin. 
•  For normal tilling, set wheels at the second or third 

hole from the top.

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DEPTH

STAKE

STAKE

SPRING

HAIRPIN CLIP

AND CLEVIS PIN

WHEEL

Fig. 6

OPERATION

Fig. 5

STOPPING (See Fig. 5)

TINES

1.  Release tine control to stop move ment.

ENGINE

2.  Move throttle control to “SLOW” po si tion and allow the 

engine to run slowly for cool down. 

3.  Turn the engine switch to the "OFF" Position.
4.  Turn the fuel valve lever to the "OFF" Position.

NOTE:

 NEVER USE CHOKE TO STOP ENGINE.

IMPORTANT: 

TO STOP ENGINE IN AN EMERGENCY, TURN 

THE ENGINE SWITCH TO THE OFF POSITION. 

Tine Control

“Off” (UP) Po si tion

Tine Control

“On” (DOWN) Po si tion

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Throttle 

Control

Engine 

Switch

Fuel Valve

Throttle 

Control

Fuel 

Valve

Engine 

Switch

Summary of Contents for 532 43 21-09

Page 1: ...532 43 21 09 MC900 Operator s Manual 96083000400 2009 11...

Page 2: ...ever allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction Keep the area of operation clear of all persons par ticularly small children and pets PREPARATION Thoroughly inspect the area wher...

Page 3: ...EETING APPLICABLE LOCAL LAWS IF ANY IFASPARKARRESTERISUSED ITSHOULDBEMAINTAINED IN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY THE OPERATOR IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA A SPARK ARRESTER IS REQUIRED BY LAW SECTION 4442 O...

Page 4: ...n of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make...

Page 5: ...h_stake_4 DEPTH STAKE SUPPORT BOLT HEX BOLTS LOCK WASHERS AND HEX NUTS DEPTH STAKE SUPPORT NUT A ENGINE BRACKET HALVES Fig 3 STAKE SPRING ASSEMBLY HANDLE HEIGHT Handle height may be adjusted to better...

Page 6: ...rds of the American National Standards Institute OPERATION CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine DEPTH STAKE Controls forward speed and the depth at which tiller will dig ENGINE ON OFF SWITCH...

Page 7: ...Fig 6 Adjust depth stake by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin Change depth stake to desired position Replace the clevis pin and hairpin clip For normal tilling set depth stake at the second or...

Page 8: ...flame IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using etha...

Page 9: ...the soil Soilconditionsareimportantforpropertilling Tineswill notreadilypenetratedry hardsoilwhichmaycontribute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller Hard soil should be moistened...

Page 10: ...CONTROL c IDLER ARM GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence Toreceive fullvaluefromthewarranty theoperatormustmainta...

Page 11: ...ou check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 11 and 12 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SG SL Be sure tiller is on level surf...

Page 12: ...erviced CLEANING Do not clean your tiller when the engine and transmission are hot We do not recommend using pressurized water garden hose etc to clean your unit unless the gasket area around the tran...

Page 13: ...Fig 16 Assemble holes A in tine hubs to holes B in tine shaft Fig 18 NARROW TILLING CULTIVATING 12 3 4 PATH See Fig 18 Remove outer tines tine_6 INNER TINES ONLY NOTE When reassembling outer tines be...

Page 14: ...e belt guard by reversing above procedure Be sure slot in bottom of belt guard is under head of tine shield bolt and all nuts are tightened securely TO REPLACE V BELT See Fig 21 Replace V belt if it h...

Page 15: ...eplace belts if necessary See belt re placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual Be sure that all nuts bo...

Page 16: ...6 Stale or dirty fuel 6 Empty fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline 7 Water in fuel 7 Empty fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline 8 Clogged fuel tank 8 Remove fuel tank and...

Page 17: ...17 SERVICE NOTES...

Page 18: ...18 SERVICE NOTES...

Page 19: ...19 SERVICE NOTES...

Page 20: ...his Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage or to normal wear of the product 5 Exclusions Excluded...

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