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916 - 918 Y Series Owner’s/Operator’s Manual  

         8/30/18 
 

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THE 

 
 
 
 
 

 

 

MODEL E916/918 

                       Y-SERIES HYDRAULIC REAR TINE TILLER 

  OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL 

 
 
 

 

CONGRATULATIONS! 

 

You are now the proud owner of the BARRETO Model 916/918 Y-Series tiller. Please take a 
moment of your time to look over the following information. Familiarize yourself with the tiller, its 
characteristics, and method of operation. Pay particular attention to the safety and operating 
instructions. 

 

If you have any questions or need any replacement parts in the future, please contact us at your 
convenience.  Our toll-free phone number, fax and email are listed below and parts may be ordered 
through any of these methods. 

 

THANK YOU for your patronage and confidence in BARRETO equipment. 

 

Barreto Manufacturing, Inc.  
Innovative Equipment Engineered to Last 

            66498 Hwy 203, La Grande, OR  97850  
            (800) 525-7348   (541) 963-7348 

FAX (541) 963-6755 
E-Mail

[email protected]

 

Web Site

http://www.barretomfg.com 

 

 

Machine Identification Record 

 

Barreto Customer number 

________________________ 

 

Machine model number  

________________________ 

 

Machine serial number   

________________________ 

 

Engine manufacturer      

________________________ 

 
 

Engine model number    

________________________ 

 

Engine serial number     

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Summary of Contents for E916

Page 1: ... please contact us at your convenience Our toll free phone number fax and email are listed below and parts may be ordered through any of these methods THANK YOU for your patronage and confidence in BARRETO equipment Barreto Manufacturing Inc Innovative Equipment Engineered to Last 66498 Hwy 203 La Grande OR 97850 800 525 7348 541 963 7348 FAX 541 963 6755 E Mail info barretomfg com Web Site http w...

Page 2: ...ER 5 HONDA GX270 SCHEMATIC 6 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC 7 SPECIFICATIONS 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 9 LUBRICATING INSTRUCTIONS 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 11 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OVERVIEW 13 LOCATING UNDERGROUND UTILITIES 15 WORKSITE ASSESSMENT 16 CONTACT WITH UNDERGROUND UTILITIES 17 INDEX _________________________________________________________________ 18 ...

Page 3: ...e ties provided Splice this wire to the kill switch wire on the engine with the electrical splice provided 9 When documentation refers to right side or left side it is relative to the operator s position with both hands on the handlebars SERVICE INFORMATION 1 Check reservoir level using sight glass on the right side of the tank If required add to reservoir tractor transmission hydraulic fluid For ...

Page 4: ...ause serious damage to the hydraulic pump CHECK RESERVOIR LEVEL BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE BARRETO MANUFACTURING INC EQUIPMENT WARRANTY Barreto Manufacturing Inc warrants all BARRETO equipment to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year dating from delivery to the original user This Warranty is in lieu of all other warranties whether written or implied and is limi...

Page 5: ...re changing engine oil this often due to heavy duty use and extreme conditions inherent to tiller use Barreto Manufacturing strongly recommends frequent oil changes Refer to this manual for equipment service requirements and to the Engine Manual for engine service requirements While Flash Alert is active hold the tip of the RESET TOOL Key Kancel Wand against the meter as shown Within several secon...

Page 6: ...916 918 Y Series Owner s Operator s Manual 8 30 18 Page 6 of 18 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC HONDA GX270 ...

Page 7: ...916 918 Y Series Owner s Operator s Manual 8 30 18 Page 7 of 18 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC ...

Page 8: ...dth 20 75 527 05mm ENGINE Engine Options Honda GX270 FUEL Gasoline POWER hp kW at 3600 RPM 8 5 hp 6 34 kW FUEL CAPACITY 0 95 U S gallons 3 6 liters ENGINE OIL CAPACITY 0 63 quart 60 liters HOUR METER Standard HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Reservoir Capacity 7 2 U S gallons 27 25 liters OPERATIONS Ground Speed Low Speed 50 FPM 15 24 m min Ground Speed High Speed 200 FPM 60 96 m min ...

Page 9: ... slipped Check for wear and replace both coupler halves and rubber spider as needed B TINES FAIL TO ROTATE BUT WHEELS DRIVE 1 Clutch cable stretched or needs adjustment Remove cable slack then adjust for 7 16 to 1 2 movement at actuator lever pin 2 Tine motor worn Rebuild or replace motor New motors are available from Barreto Manufacturing Inc C WHEELS FAIL TO TURN BUT TINES ROTATE 1 Wheel axle ke...

Page 10: ...IN HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 1 Fittings are loose Tighten as required 2 Worn or broken hoses Replace as necessary 3 Oil around tine motor shaft Inspect tine motor for leaking shaft seal Rebuild or replace motor New motors are available from Barreto Manufacturing Inc F EXCESSIVE FOAMING OF HYDRAULIC OIL FROM VENT HOSE 1 Improper oil used Verify that hydraulic oil used has anti foaming additives 2 Pump sucki...

Page 11: ...ed away from center the faster the tiller will travel When the lever is centered the wheels are locked in a neutral or park position 9 HIGH LOW WHEEL SPEED LEVER This allows the operator to increase the wheel speed by directing the tine pump output to the wheel drive motor Use this setting for transport to and from a job site Note that the Tine motor will be disabled in the HIGH setting and tillin...

Page 12: ... tiller Wear safety goggles hard hat protective footwear and hearing protection while operating or observing 7 Rotating tines can cause serious injury KEEP HANDS AND FEET CLEAR 8 KEEP TINE COVER CLOSED and MACHINE LEVEL while tines are operating 9 Buried cables or gas lines can cause serious injury or death Contact local agencies for location 10 Fuel exhaust and fuel fumes can cause illness or dea...

Page 13: ... or observing WARNING The tines may throw stones and debris Wearing adequate hearing protection while operating or observing is recommended WARNING Exposure to loud noise is cumulative and may permanently damage your hearing Wear safety boots and gloves Wear close fitting clothing Contain long hair Do not wear jewelry Wear reflective clothing if working near traffic Machinery Directive Declaration...

Page 14: ...the danger of the tiller losing traction or rolling over especially if the surface is wet If you lose control get out of the way immediately to avoid personal injury Navigation on inclines should be especially slow and turns very gradual A 20 maximum incline is allowed Honda engines have an Oil Alert system that will automatically stop the engine if tipped more than 20 Do not operate tiller near a...

Page 15: ...sely located the appropriate utility company must shut it off Call before you dig If you do not call you may cause an accident suffer injuries or death cause interruption of services damage the environment and or incur project delays Expect to be held liable for any damages caused if you fail to call DANGER Buried electric cables or gas lines can cause serious injury or death if struck with tiller...

Page 16: ...urce of flammable dust or vapors WARNING Sparks from the engine exhaust can cause an explosion or fire in a flammable or explosive atmosphere Fuel fumes can catch fire or explode Allow adequate side and overhead clearances between tiller and any objects such as buildings fences and trees Adequate lighting is required daylight or artificial for safe operation of the tiller Keep others away If the j...

Page 17: ...it could be gas oil petroleum water or sewer In any case stop tilling shut off the engine and evacuate the area immediately Call 911 for help Electrical wires or cables If you think that you may have severed electrical wires stop tilling and call 911 for help Keep yourself and other people away from the area DANGER An electric shock could kill you Assume that any severed wire or cable is HOT with ...

Page 18: ...13 HOUR METER 5 HYDRAULIC FLUID 3 14 15 HYDRAULIC OIL 3 4 9 10 11 12 HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER 3 HYDRAULIC PUMP 4 9 10 HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC 7 INCLINES 14 LUBRICATION See GREASE NOISE EMISSION VALUES 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 11 12 13 REFUELING 14 SAFETY BOOTS 13 SAFETY GOGGLES 12 13 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 11 12 13 14 15 SERVICE INFORMATION 3 SPECIFICATIONS 8 TINE DRIVE LEVER 11 TINE SHAFT 4 9 10 TINES 3 ...

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