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Idle is used to start the engine or to keep
the tiller stationary with the engine running.
1 = Slow forward gear
–
Slow forward gear is selected when loosen‐
ing firm soil or when making furrows.
2 = Fast forward gear
–
Fast forward gear is selected when working
soil additives into loose soil or when tilling
loose soil.
R = Reverse gear
–
Reverse gear is used to free the hoes or to
position the tiller.
► Move gear lever (1) to the desired position.
9.3
Adjusting the Engine Speed
The engine speed can be regulated using the
throttle lever.
► Start the engine.
► Adjust the engine speed using throttle
lever (1).
9.4
Engaging and Disengaging
Self-propulsion
9.4.1
Engaging Self-propulsion
The clutch lever is used to engage or disengage
the drive shaft when the engine is running.
When the clutch lever is actuated and with the
hoes or running wheels attached and gear 1, 2
or R engaged, the tiller moves.
► Start the engine.
► Press lock (1) to the stop and hold.
► Press clutch lever (2) quickly to the stop and
hold.
► Release lock (1).
The drive is engaged and the drive shaft
rotates.
9.4.2
Disengaging Self-propulsion
► Release clutch lever (1).
The drive is disengaged and the drive shaft
does not rotate.
10 Checking the Cultivator
10.1
Checking the Controls
Lock
► Stop the engine.
► Try to press the clutch lever without pressing
the lock.
► If the clutch lever can be pressed: do not use
the tiller and consult a STIHL specialist dealer.
The lock is defective.
► Press the lock and hold.
► Press the clutch lever.
► Release the clutch lever and lock.
► If the clutch lever or lock is stiff or does not
spring back into the initial position: do not use
the tiller and consult a STIHL specialist dealer.
The clutch lever or lock is defective.
Clutch lever
► Start the engine.
► Set 1st, 2nd or reverse gear.
► Engage self-propulsion.
The drive is engaged and the drive shaft
rotates.
English
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