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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

MODEL #100380

REAR TiNE TiLLER

Made in China - REV 20180123

Champion Power Equipment, Inc., Santa Fe Springs, CA USA

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 This manual contains important safety precautions which should be read and understood before operating the product. 

Failure to do so could result in serious injury. This manual should remain with the product.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice.

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Page 1: ...ontains important safety precautions which should be read and understood before operating the product Failure to do so could result in serious injury This manual should remain with the product Specifications descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication but are subject to change without notice REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE at championpowerequipmen...

Page 2: ...1 Tilling Tips and Techniques 21 Tilling Depths 21 Choosing Correct Wheel and Tine Speeds 22 Let the Tiller Do the Work 22 Avoid Tilling Soggy Wet Soil 22 Preparing Seedbeds 22 Clearing the Tines 23 Loading and Unloading the Tiller 23 Maintenance 24 Tiller Lubrication 24 Check for Oil Leaks 25 Check Hardware 25 Check Tire Pressure 25 Transmission Gear Oil Service 25 Tines 26 Checking and Adjusting...

Page 3: ...each use Please always exercise common sense and always err on the side of caution when operating the product to ensure no accident property damage or injury occurs We want you to continue to use and be satisfied with your CPE product for years to come When contacting CPE about parts and or service you will need to supply the complete model and serial numbers of your product Transcribe the informa...

Page 4: ...igars pipes open flames and sparks away from the fuel tank and fuel container 6d Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill fuel tank indoors Use a funnel or spout to prevent spillage 6e Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely 6f If fuel is spilled do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition un...

Page 5: ...you have good footing Never permit the tiller to freewheel down slopes 19 Never allow bystanders near the unit 20 Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light 21 Never operate the tiller if you are tired or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication 22 Operators shall not tamper with the engine governor settings on the machine the governor controls the maximum safe operating s...

Page 6: ...o relieve pressure in the tank Only fill or drain gasoline outdoors in a well ventilated area DO NOT pump gasoline directly into the tiller at the gas station Use an approved container to transfer the fuel to the tiller DO NOT overfill the gasoline tank Always keep gasoline away from sparks open flames pilot lights heat and other sources of ignition DO NOT light or smoke cigarettes When starting t...

Page 7: ...duct Safety Alert This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this manual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This machine is capable of amputating fingers hands toes and feet and throwing foreign objects Failure to observe the safety instructions could result in serious injury or ...

Page 8: ...ess poison gas Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea fainting or death Use only in a well ventilated area Clearance Keep all objects including others at least 10 feet 3m from this machine Only one person should operate the tiller and load the logs Rotating Tines Avoid injury from rotating tines Keep hands away Rotating Tines Avoid injury from rotating tines Keep feet away Thrown Objects This ...

Page 9: ...heck Fuel Level Use clean fresh regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol content of less than 10 by volume Engine Switch ON Turn the Engine Switch to ON position Choke Move choke lever to CHOKE position Throttle Full Speed Move the throttle lever to full speed to start the engine Fuel Valve ON Move the fuel valve lever to ON position Recoil Starter Pull recoil st...

Page 10: ... como mínimo Máximo de etanol de 10 ESSENCE SANS PLOMB SEULEMENT Indice d octane minimal de 85 Maximum 10 d éthanol 1032 L OP A K 109 Colors LPN 1032 L OP Rev A Size 78 x 20 mm Artwork Notes 3mm corner radius 2mm safe margin Revision Changes This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for outside parties ...

Page 11: ... para leyes o regulaciones relacionadas con requisitos de prevención de incendios AVERTISSEMENT Le fonctionnement de cet équipement peut créer des étincelles qui peuvent déclencher des incendies autour de la végétation sèche Un pare étincelles peut être nécessaire L utilisateur doit communiquer avec le service d incendie local pour les lois et les règlements relatifs à la prévention des incendies ...

Page 12: ... 8 Forward Lever 9 Handlebars 10 Speed Control 11 Gear Oil Dipstick Engine 1 Muffler 2 Air Filter Protects the engine by filtering dust and debris from the intake air 3 Throttle 4 Choke Used to start the engine 5 Fuel Valve Used to turn fuel supply on and off to engine 6 Carburetor 7 Oil Drain Bolt Used to drain the oil 8 Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Used to check and fill oil level 9 Engine On Off Switc...

Page 13: ...Controls and Features 13 Parts Included Accessories Engine Oil 0 6 qt 1 Oil Funnel 1 Tools Included 8 10 Wrench 1 12 14 Wrench 1 13 16 Wrench 1 Spark Plug Wrench engine 1 Tools Not Included Needle Nose Pliers for cotter pins 1 ...

Page 14: ...adjustment holes in the transmission cover and install the 4 M10 25 mm flange head bolts and 4 M10 nuts Tighten all hardware Install the Wheels 1 Remove the locking pins from the wheel hubs 2 The tiller wheels are directional For best performance install the wheels with the tire thread facing the direction as shown 3 Slide the wheel hub onto the wheel axle 4 Align the wheel hub hole with the hole ...

Page 15: ...et and lever 4 Install the clip removed in 1 onto the depth regulator lever Attach Upper Handle 1 Slide the upper handle down over the lower handle and align the holes 2 Insert the 4 M8 50 curved head bolts into the holes as shown and securely with the 4 handle knobs and 4 flat washers 3 Tighten the handle knobs securely Attach Speed Control 1 Attach speed control using provided 1 M6 bolt 1 washer...

Page 16: ... tiller WARNING Never allow either of the wheels to be in the FREEWHEEL position when the engine is running Always put both wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position before starting the engine Failure to comply could cause loss of tiller control property damage or personal injury To replace the wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE or FREEWHEEL 1 Stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and...

Page 17: ...opped before re engaging tines 3 Depress and hold the lever against the handlebar to start the wheels in reverse and tines rotating in a forward direction 4 Release the lever to disengage stop the wheels and tines the engine will continue to run WARNING DO NOT till in reverse Depth Regulator Lever Adjustment This regulator lever controls the tilling depth of the tines Remove pin and clip and slide...

Page 18: ... engine Then take the time to familiarize yourself with the basic operation of the tiller before using it in the garden Find an open level area and practice using the tiller controls without the tines engaging the soil put tines in travel setting Only after you ve become completely familiar with the tiller should you begin using it in the garden Add Fuel 1 Use clean fresh regular unleaded gasoline...

Page 19: ... off the gasoline supply run the engine to starvation and drain the tank when the equipment is not in use for more than 30 days Add Engine Oil 1 Place tiller on a flat level surface 2 Put the wheels in the WHEEL DRIVE position 3 Remove oil fill cap dipstick to add engine oil 4 Using a funnel add up to 0 6 qt 0 6 L of oil and replace oil fill cap dipstick DO NOT OVERFILL 5 Check engine oil level an...

Page 20: ...Choke position 7 Move the throttle lever to the Fast position 8 Move the fuel valve to the ON position THROTTLE CHOKE FUEL VALVE 9 Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly 10 As engine warms up move the choke lever to the Run position NOTICE If the engine starts but does not run make certain that the tiller is on a flat level surface The engine is equipped with a...

Page 21: ... found on your particular carburetor Carb Code High Alt Jet Part Number Min Altitude Z530610 16161 Z010310 0000 3000 ft 914 m 6000 ft 1829 m 16161 Z050210 0000 WARNING Operation using the alternative main jet at elevations lower than the recommended minimum altitude can damage the engine For operation at lower elevations the originally supplied standard main jet must be used Operating the engine w...

Page 22: ...asses at one quarter width Cultivating With planning you can allow enough room between rows to cultivate Leave room for the hood width plus enough extra room for future plant growth Tilling on Slopes Read the following recommendations before tilling on slopes If you must garden on a moderate slope please follow two very important guidelines 1 Till only on moderate slopes never on steep ground wher...

Page 23: ...ctric start models Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury Loading and Unloading the Tiller WARNING Loading and unloading the tiller into a vehicle is potentially hazardous and we don t recommend doing so unless absolutely necessary as this could result in personal injury or property damage However if you must load or unload the tiller follow the guidelines given next Before...

Page 24: ...ster EVERY YEAR OR EVERY 100 HOURS OF OPERATION Clean deposit cup Check adjust spark arrester Check adjust idling Check adjust valve clearance Clean fuel tank and fuel filter EVERY TWO YEARS Check fuel line EVERY 125 HOURS Clean up carbon from cylinder head piston NOTICE Change the engine oil after the first 2 hours of break in operation Change the engine oil more frequently in dusty conditions Th...

Page 25: ...evel after every 30 hours of operation or whenever you notice any oil leak Operating the tiller when the transmission is low on oil can result in severe damage A To Check the Transmission Gear Oil Level 1 Check the gear oil level when the transmission is cool Gear oil will expand in warm operating temperatures and this expansion will provide an incorrect oil level reading 2 With the tiller on leve...

Page 26: ... the tine assembly to the tine shaft If necessary use a rubber mallet to tap the tine assembly outward off the shaft 3 Before reinstalling the tine assembly inspect the tine shaft for rust rough spots or burrs Lightly file or sand as needed Apply a thin coat of grease to the shaft 4 Install each tine assembly so that the cutting sharp edge of the tines will enter the soil first when the tiller mov...

Page 27: ... mm longer than the first measurement re tighten the hex nut against the top of the adjuster DECREASE TENSION INCREASE TENSION OPEN LENGTH CLOSED LENGTH 1 6 to 3 16 in 2 to 5 mm SPRING ADJUSTMENT Replacement Belt Information If the drive belt needs to be replaced refer to the parts list for information The procedure requires average mechanical ability and commonly available tools to change or repl...

Page 28: ...ENGINE PULLEY REVERSE BELT TRANSMISSION PULLEY 6 To remove the forward drive belt a Remove the two forward belt guide studs and forward belt idler assembly FORWARD BELT IDLER FORWARD STUD ASSEMBLY b Slide the belt free of the engine pulley c Pull the belt down and away from the transmission pulley FORWARD BELT ENGINE PULLEY TRANSMISSION PULLEY 7 To install the reverse drive belt a Insert the belt ...

Page 29: ...uld not rotate with the engine running the depth regulator set at transport height lowest height and the drive lever not engaged Engine Cleaning Keeping the engine clean will help to ensure smooth operation and prevent damage from overheating Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for engine cleaning service intervals and instructions Be sure that the muffler is cool before servicing the engine Air Cl...

Page 30: ...emove oil drain plug 6 Allow the engine oil to drain 7 Replace oil drain bolt 8 Reinstall the wheel 9 Refill the with engine oil through the dipstick with funnel and replenish the fuel tank with gasoline DRAIN BOLT PERNO DE DRENAJE BOULON DE VIDANGE QUICK DRAIN TUBE TUBO DE DRENAJE RÁPIDO TUBE DE PURGE D HUILE NOTICE Once oil has been added a visual check should show oil about 1 2 threads from run...

Page 31: ...lement and reinstall the air cleaner cover Spark Plug Service Spark plug type F6RTC F6TC F7RTC F7TC For normal engine operation ensure the spark plug gap is correct and check for carbon deposit around the spark plug 1 Remove the spark plug cap 2 Clear away dirt around the spark plug base 3 Dismantle the spark plug with a spark plug wrench 4 Visually check the spark plug Clean with a steel brush If...

Page 32: ...en flame or spark or where ignition sources are present space heaters hot water heaters furnaces etc 10 Loosen the oil drain bolt and completely drain the gasoline out of the carburetor into a proper container and screw the oil drain bolt down Remove the sediment bowl after closing fuel cock and completely pour the gasoline out the sediment bowl Finally reinstall the sediment bowl back and screw i...

Page 33: ...0W 90 Net Weight 160 9 lb 73 kg Length 58 7 in 149 cm Width 19 7 in 50 cm Height 49 6 in 126 cm Engine Specifications Displacement 212 cc Type 4 Stroke OHV Fuel Capacity 0 9 gal 3 2 L Oil Capacity 0 6 qt 0 6 L Oil Type 10W 30 NOTICE Weather will affect engine oil and engine performance Change the type of engine oil used based on weather conditions to suit the engine needs Fuel Specifications Use r...

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Page 35: ...100380 Rear Tine Tiller Specifications 35 Tine and Fender Subassembly 24 35 35 53 47 47 84 86 88 89 90 91 92 93 95 96 94 94 93 98 91 24 79 79 ...

Page 36: ...100380 Rear Tine Tiller Specifications 36 Transmission Subassembly 22 31 30 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 111 112 113 114 114 111 77 113 120 122 121 122 121 24 112 143 144 145 ...

Page 37: ...ne Tiller Specifications 37 Transmission Case Subassembly 104 106 107 108 109 110 115 116 117 118 119 114 77 118 117 115 116 116 116 114 114 115 117 118 115 117 118 109 108 129 128 127 126 125 124 123 130 124 131 120 ...

Page 38: ...line Engine 1 34 100380 024 Bolt M10 50 1 35 100379 040 Flat Washer Ø10 12 36 100380 025 Pin Ø1 5 20 2 37 100380 026 Cable Clip 2 Part Number Description Qty 38 100380 027 Pin Roll Ø6 16 2 39 100380 028 Shaft Bushing 1 1 40 100379 057 Flat Washer Ø8 Ø28 3 1 41 100380 029 Belt Buckle 1 42 100380 030 Reverse Tension Sleeve 1 43 100380 031 Reverse Tension Wheel 1 44 100380 032 Belt 5PK730 1 45 100380...

Page 39: ...Cover Black 1 107 100380 081 Framework Oil Seal Ø20 Ø32 6 1 108 100380 082 Gaskets 1 2 109 100380 083 Cone Needle Bearing 7204E 2 Part Number Description Qty 110 100380 084 Adjusting Shim 1 111 100380 085 Lock Pin 2 112 100380 086 48 Wheel Left 13inch Yellow 1 113 100380 087 Wheel Shaft Cap 2 114 100380 088 Circlip 25 6 115 100380 089 Locating Washer 4 116 100380 090 Framework Oil Seal Ø25 Ø40 7 4...

Page 40: ...100380 Rear Tine Tiller Specifications 40 Part Number Description Qty 146 100380 110 2 Flange Bolt M6 35 Black 4 147 100380 111 2 Flange Locknut M6 Black 4 ...

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Page 42: ... Description Qty 31 13300 Z533210 0000 Crankshaft Assembly 1 32 13200 Z140210 0099 Piston Ring Assembly 1 33 13122 Z010110 0000 Clip Piston Pin 2 34 13111 Z140220 0099 Piston 1 35 13121 Z010110 0000 Pin Piston 1 36 13010 Z440210 0099 Rod Connecting 1 37 12110 Z810110 0099 Intake Valve 1 38 12110 Z810120 0099 Exhaust Valve 1 39 12112 Z810210 0000 Seat Valve Spring 2 40 12109 Z810110 0000 Lock Clamp...

Page 43: ...710 0000 Tube Fuel Ø4 5 Ø8 5 160 1 79 90001 0630 01 Bolt M6 30 1 80 16062 Z010110 0000 Rod Governeor 1 81 30431 Z010110 0000 Jacket Rubber 1 82 13501 Z010110 0000 Nut Flywheel M14 1 5 1 83 28002 Z010310 0000 Pulley Starter 1 84 19352 Z440110 0000 Cooling Fan 1 85 13510 Z440410 0000 Flywheel Subassembly 1 86 30400 Z440110 0100 Coil Ignition 1 87 90001 0625 01 Bolt M6 25 2 88 16520 Z010430 0001 Cont...

Page 44: ... Carburetor out of adjustment Contact Technical Support Team Oil level is low Check oil level Engine does not shut off Misadjusted throttle control or ignition switch Contact Technical Support Team Wheels and Tines will not turn Improper use of controls Review controls section Worn broken or misadjusted drive belt s See Checking and Adjusting Forward Drive Belt Tension or Belt Tension Adjustment I...

Page 45: ...und electrodes Clear carbon deposits Too much carbon deposit and dirt around electrodes Replace spark plug Too much carbon deposit and dirt around electrodes Adjust to proper value Abnormal cylinder compression Piston ring is at its wear limit Replace Piston ring is broken Replace Piston ring is sticking Clear up carbon fouling Spark plug is not installed tightly or gasket is missing Tighten with ...

Page 46: ...worn part Air leakage from the surface where the cylinder block contacts the cylinder head Replace cylinder gasket Too big or too small valve clearance Readjust Valve tightness is poor Repair Gasoline Engine Running Roughly Problem Cause Solution Knocking sound Piston cylinder or piston ring is worn excessively Replace the worn part Piston pin and piston pin hole are worn excessively Replace pisto...

Page 47: ...osened and malfunctioning Reinstall properly Connection rod deformation has made piston and cylinder bushing side wear Replace connection rod Cylinder or piston or piston ring is worn and made a space between cylinder and crankcase Replace the worn parts Crankshaft main bearing burned out Replace main bearing Beating sound Piston piston ring or cylinder is worn Replace the worn part Connection rod...

Page 48: ...trical component Normal maintenance is not covered by this warranty and is not required to be performed at a facility or by a person authorized by CPE Other Exclusions This warranty excludes Cosmetic defects such as paint decals etc Wear items such as filter elements o rings etc Accessory parts such as starting batteries and storage covers Failures due to acts of God and other force majeure events...

Page 49: ...iagnosis parts and labor For engines less than or equal to 80cc only the fuel tank and fuel line is subject to the evaporative emission control warranty requirements of this section MANUFACTURER S EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE This emission control system is warranted for two years subject to provisions set forth below If during the warranty period emission related part on your engine ...

Page 50: ...shall be warranted for the period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for that part If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement the part shall be repaired or replaced by CPE according to Subsection d below Any such emissions related part repaired or replaced under the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for the remainder of the ECS Warranty Period prior to the first s...

Page 51: ...kets Carburetor Purge Port Connector TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE You must take your CPE engine or the product on which it is installed along with your warranty registration card or other proof of original purchase date at your expense to any Champion Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Champion Power Equipment Inc to sell and service that CPE product during his normal business hours Alterna...

Page 52: ...control system is warranted for two years subject to provisions set forth below If during the warranty period emission related part on your engine is defective in materials or workmanship the part will be repaired or replaced by CPE OWNER WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the small off road engine SORE owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your Owner s Manu...

Page 53: ... shall be warranted for the remainder of the ECS Warranty Period c Any warranted emissions related part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the Owner s Manual shall be warranted for the period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for that part If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement the part shall be repaired or replaced by CPE accordi...

Page 54: ...separator carbon canister canister mounting brackets carburetor purge port connector TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE You must take your CPE engine or the product on which it is installed along with your warranty registration card or other proof of original purchase date at your expense to any Champion Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Champion Power Equipment Inc to sell and service that CPE ...

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