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On/Off Switch

The On/Off switch is located on the upper handle. The 
switch must be in the On (I) to start engine and Off (O) 
to stop engine.

Handle Connectors

The handle connectors are on each side between lower 
and upper handle. They are used to lock the upper 
handle in a set position.

Front Handle

The front handle is used as support when grasping the 
starter handle during starting.

Tines

The tines are used to cultivate, furrow, and prepare 
your garden for seeding.

Wheel Support Bracket

The wheel support bracket is attached to the tailpiece 
bracket behind the cultivator. It is used to adjust the 
wheels to a higher or lower resting position.

Edger Wheel and Blade

The edger wheel and blade are separate parts that do 
not come attached on the cultivator. The are to be used 
instead of the cultivator tines for vertical edging.   

Stopping Engine

Push the On/Off switch to Off (O) position to stop 
engine and tines. 

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and 
ground against the engine.

Figure 2

SECTION 4:  OPERATING YOUR CULTIVATOR 

Oil Fill-Up

Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase 
is extremely important. Check the oil before each use 
and change the oil regularly. Failure to use the correct 
oil or using dirty oil can cause premature engine wear 
and failure.

Use a high-quality SAE 30 weight oil of API (American 
Petroleum Institute) service class SF, SG, or SH.

NOTE: This unit is shipped without oil in the engine. In
order to avoid damage to the unit, put the
recommended oil in the crankcase before attempting to
start unit.

This unit is shipped with one 3.4 fluid oz. (100ml) bottle 
of SAE 30 SF, SG, or SH oil.

NOTE:  This cultivator is shipped for operation in
conditions above 40°F (4°C). For cold weather
operation, temperatures below 40°F (4°C) use a high-
quality SAE 10W30 weight oil of API (American
Petroleum Institute) service class SF, SG, or SH.

Lay the cultivator back in a horizontal position on a 
flat level surface with the upper handle touching the 
ground.

Throttle Lever

On/Off Switch

Handle
Connectors

Primer

Starter Handle

Front Handle

Cultivator

Choke Lever

Edger Wheel

Edger Blade

Tines

Summary of Contents for 21A-144R401

Page 1: ...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 b...

Page 2: ...can locate the model number by looking down in front of the engine on the cultivator A sample model plate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of...

Page 3: ...lose fitting slacks and shirts Loose fitting clothes or jewelry can be caught in movable parts Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals 3 Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked as me...

Page 4: ...damage Repair any damage before starting and operating 17 Keep all shields guards and safety devices in place and operating properly 18 Never pick up or carry machine while the engine is running 19 Us...

Page 5: ...has three marked lines on the top and the upper handle connector has one marked line Position the connectors aligning the marked line on the upper connector with the middle marked line on the lower co...

Page 6: ...and ground against the engine Figure 2 SECTION 4 OPERATING YOUR CULTIVATOR Oil Fill Up Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely important Check the oil before each use and...

Page 7: ...ne that my have spilled and reinstalled the fuel cap Move the unit at least 30 ft 9 1m from the fueling source and site before starting the engine Starting Engine Attach spark plug wire to spark plug...

Page 8: ...l support bracket proceed as follows Stop engine and disconnect spark plug to avoid accidental starting Remove cotter pin from the clevis pin and slide pin out of tailpiece bracket See Figure 5 Slide...

Page 9: ...he ground Keep dirt and debris out of the engine Clean the area around the oil fill plug dipstick before removing it Remove the oil fill plug dipstick and wipe off oil Reinsert it all the way back in...

Page 10: ...o cool Grasp the plug wire firmly and pull the cap from the spark plug Clean dirt from around the spark plug and remove the spark plug from the cylinder head by turning counterclockwise using a socket...

Page 11: ...nts listed above contact your nearest authorized service dealer Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1 Spark plug wire disconnected 2 Ignition switch is OFF O 3 Fuel tank empty or stale fuel 4 P...

Page 12: ...12 Model 21A 144R401 11 11 12 13 14 18 19 20 21 22 22 24 23 25 15 13 16 17 27 28 27 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 26 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 8 4 9 10...

Page 13: ...710 3013 Hex Cap Screw 1 4 20 x 50 22 712 3027 Hex Lock Nut 1 4 20 23 726 0299 Cap Push 24 686 0182 Wheel Support Bracket Assembly 25 734 2025 Wheel 5 0 26 710 0106 Hex Cap Screw 1 4 20 x 1 25 27 736...

Page 14: ...15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 69 72 71 73 74 74 75 76 77 78 7...

Page 15: ...el Tank Shield 43 182358 Muffler Baffle 44 181048 Muffler Gasket 45 182359 Muffler 46 180890 Spark Arrestor Screen 47 181045 Screen Cover 48 181046 Screw 49 182360 Muffler Shield 50 182361 Muffler Mou...

Page 16: ...on these items b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a sepa rate one year warranty c Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening and tune ups or adjustments such as...

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