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KNOW YOUR TILLER

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER.

Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save
this manual for future reference.

REVERSE TINE
CONTROL

These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean-
ing.

RECOIL
STARTER
HANDLE

DEPTH STAKE

TINE
SHIELD

CHOKE CONTROL

FORWARD TINE
CONTROL

TINES

THROTTLE
CONTROL

FIG. 4

MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

FORWARD TINE CONTROL

- Engages tines in forward

direction.

REVERSE TINE CONTROL

- Engages tines in reverse

direction.

THROTTLE CONTROL

- Controls engine speed.

OPERATION

CHOKE CONTROL

- Used when starting a cold engine.

DEPTH STAKE

- Controls forward speed and the depth at

which the tiller will dig.

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE

- Used to start the engine.

For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983

www.mymowerparts.com

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Summary of Contents for WAF550A

Page 1: ...tments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts OWNER S MANUAL MODEL NO WAF550A 5 HP 26 Inch Tiller For Parts and Service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 00273 For Parts Call K T 606 678 9623 or 606 561 4983 www mymowerparts com ...

Page 2: ...equipment without proper instruction Keep the area of operation clear of all persons par ticularly small children and pets PREPARATION Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine motor Do not operate the equipment without wearing ade quate outer garments Wear footwear that will...

Page 3: ...REST COVERED BRUSH COVERED OR GRASS COVERED LAND UNLESS THE ENGINE S EXHAUST SYSTEM IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPARK ARRESTER MEETING APPLICABLE LOCAL LAWS IF ANY IF A SPARK ARRESTER IS USED IT SHOULD BE MAINTAINED IN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY THE OPERATOR IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA A SPARK ARRESTER IS REQUIRED BY LAW SECTION 4442 OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE OTHER STATES MAY HAVE SIMILARLAWS ...

Page 4: ...ts 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 assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 1 Utility knife 1 Screwdriver 2 1 2 wrenches OPERATOR S POSI TION RIGHT FRONT LEFT FIG 1 6 Lock Washers 5 16 6 Hex Nuts 5 16 18 2 Hex Bolts 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 2 Hex Bolts 5 16 18...

Page 5: ...IG 3 STAKE SPRING TILLER HANDLES CABLE S FIG 2 HANDLE PANEL BOLTS FLAT WASHER HEX BOLT 5 16 18X3 4 TILLER HANDLE HANDLE PANEL NUT LOCK WASHER HEX BOLT 5 16 18X1 ASSEMBLY HANDLE HEIGHT Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator See HANDLE HEIGHT in the Service and Adjust ments section of this manual TILLING WIDTH Tilling width may be adjusted to better handle your tilling conditions See ...

Page 6: ...E DEPTH STAKE TINE SHIELD CHOKE CONTROL FORWARD TINE CONTROL TINES THROTTLE CONTROL FIG 4 MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute FORWARD TINE CONTROL Engages tines in forward direction REVERSE TINE CONTROL Engages tines in reverse direction THROTTLE CONTROL Controls engine speed OPERATION CHOKE CONTROL Used when start...

Page 7: ...ve ment ENGINE Move throttle control to STOP position Never use choke to stop engine 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 th...

Page 8: ...ntil engine reaches start of compression cycle rope will pull slightly harder at this point Pull recoil starter handle quickly Do not let starter handle snap back against starter If engine fires but does not start move choke control to half choke position Pull recoil starter handle until engine starts When engine starts slowly move choke control to RUN position as engine warms up NOTE A warm engin...

Page 9: ... bounce and difficult handling of your tiller Hard soil should be moistened before tilling however extremely wet soil will ball up or clump during tilling Wait until the soil is less wet in order to achieve the best results When tilling in the fall remove vines and long grass to prevent them from wrapping around the tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation You will find tilling much easier if...

Page 10: ...ACH USE Check engine oil level Check tine operation Check for loose fasteners LUBRICATION Keep unit well lubricated See LUBRICATION CHART MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Oil Pivot Points Inspect Air Screen Inspect Spark Arrester Muffler Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge Clean Engine Cylinder Fins Replace Spark Plug B ...

Page 11: ...he crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five 5 hours of continuous use Add SAE 30 motor oil or equivalent Tighten oil filler plug securely each time you 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 SF SJ Be sure tiller is on level surface Oil will drain more f...

Page 12: ...ce spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling sea son or after every 50 hours of use whichever comes first Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual TRANSMISSION Your transmission is sealed and will not require lubrication unless serviced CLEANING Do not clean your tiller when the engine and transmission are hot We do not recommend using pressur...

Page 13: ...ct with plug TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outer tines can be assembled in several different ways to suit your tilling or cultivating needs CAUTION Tines are sharp Wear gloves or other protection when han dling tines NORMAL TILLING 26 PATH See Fig 16 Assemble holes A in tine hubs to holes B in tine shaft OUTER TINE INNER TINE HAIRPIN CLIP A B A B CLEVIS PIN FIG 16 MID WIDTH TILLING 24 PATH See Fig 17 Asse...

Page 14: ...See Figs 21 and 22 Replace V belts if they have stretched considerably or if they show cracks or frayed edges There are two 2 V belts forward inside and reverse outside Belt guard must be removed to service belts See TO REMOVE BELT GUARD in this section of manual NOTE Observe carefully routing of both belts and location of all belt guides before removing belts BELT REMOVAL Remove reverse idler pul...

Page 15: ...O ADJUST CARBURETOR Thecarburetorhasbeenpresetatthefactoryandadjustment should not be necessary However engine performance can be affected by differences in fuel temperature altitude or load If the carburetor does need adjustment contact your nearest authorized service center department IMPORTANT NEVERTAMPERWITHTHEENGINEGOVERNOR WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ...

Page 16: ...ssary 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 bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT ITISIMPO...

Page 17: ...el tank and refill with fresh gasoline 7 Water in fuel 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline 8 Clogged fuel tank 8 Remove fuel tank and clean 9 Spark plug wire loose 9 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 10 Dirty engine air screen 10 Clean engine air screen 11 Dirty clogged muffler 11 Clean replace muffler 12 Carburetor out of adjustment 12 Make necessary adjustments...

Page 18: ...8 13 180847 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 Gr 5 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 14 181452X603 Panel Handle 16 166377 Handle R H 18 166868 Cable Control Tine 19 151229 Lever Control Tine 20 154805 Pin Pivot 21 12000027 Ring Klip 28 19131312 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga 29 12000059 Retaining Ring 43 180528 Cable Assembly Reverse 44 181580 Clip 45 73920600 Nut Keps 3 8 24 Unf NOTE ...

Page 19: ...et Belt Guard 2 9484R Clip Cable 3 86777 Screw Hex Washer Hd Slotted Thd Cutting 10 24 x 1 2 Type D 4 74610812 Bolt Hex 1 2 20 x 3 4 5 73660600 Nut Hex Lock 3 8 16 6 19131316 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga 7 2009J Pulley Idler Reverse 8 180323 Assembly Arm Reverse Idler 9 74760628 Bolt Hex 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 10 156705X603 Guard Belt 11 19091016 Washer 9 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 12 104213X Nut Cap 1 4 20 13 7214...

Page 20: ...epth Stake L H KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 15 5388J Spring Stake 16 121117X Bolt Shoulder 17 127832 Wheel 18 19131311 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 11 Ga 19 9190R Bracket Wheel 20 73680600 Locknut Crown 3 8 16 21 74760516 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 1 22 73800500 Locknut w insert 5 16 18 24 73970500 Nut Lock Hex Flange KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REPA...

Page 21: ...EY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 156934 Tine Outer R H 2 3146R Retainer Spring 3 156932 Tine Inner R H 4 156931 Tine Inner L H 5 156933 Tine Outer L H 6 4929H Pin Clevis KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION For Parts Call K T 606 678 9623 or 606 561 4983 www mymowerparts com ...

Page 22: ...el 126402 Order parts from engine manufac turer KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 74760524 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Gr 2 2 74780652 Bolt Hex Fin 3 8 16 x 3 1 4 3 19131311 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 11 5 73800600 Locknut Hex w washer 3 8 16 6 9057R603 Shield Tine 7 165835 Bracket Engine R H 8 1948J Bracket Engine L H 11 74760544 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 2 3 4 12 176112 Transmission NOTE All component dimensions g...

Page 23: ...ne Control 5 141907 Decal Hand Placement 6 176391 Decal Eng Tiller 7 171077 Decal OHV N I C 8 141906 Decal Warning Rotating Tines 10 171078 Decal Rewind Intek 11 162215 Decal Tine Shield Wrng Dom 184948 Manual Owner s English 184949 Manual Owner s Spanish 1 2 8 7 4 5 10 11 6 For Parts Call K T 606 678 9623 or 606 561 4983 www mymowerparts com ...

Page 24: ...This 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 from this Warranty are belts tines tine adapters normal wear normal adjustments stan dard hardware and normal maintenance 6 In the event you have a claim under this Warranty you must return the produ...

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