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The rear (tine section) of your PTO Horse
Model Tiller can be removed in minutes, leaving
the Power Unit free to pull a cart or other drag-
behind implement with the aid of the Tow Hitch.
This is a standard tow hitch design which can
be used for attachments including the TROY-
BILT Sweep Cultivator. You may also use it with
other attachments you already own, such as a
lawn roller, four-wheel shredder, or a drag-mat.
However, before using such equipment with
your new Tow Hitch, refer to the operating
instructions and safety rules provided with the
attachment being used.
When you attach a piece of equipment like a
dump cart, which requires pivoting action for
turning, you must put one pin through the center
holes of the Tow Hitch. When you hook-up a
piece of equipment that has no pivoting action,
such as the Sweep Cultivator, you must put two
pins through the outer holes of the Tow Hitch.
Before installing the Tow Hitch, you must
remove the tines (or any other attachment) from
the back of your tiller.
The Tow Hitch Attachments includes the
following components:
Part No.
Description
Qty.
1900779
Hitch– Mounting Plate ................1
GW-9363
Hitch Pin.....................................1
GW-2006
Dust Caps – two, protective
covers (shown in Figure 2).......2
GW-2288
Label – Warning .........................1
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
Step 1: Remove the Tine Attachment
A.
If you have kickstand, move it down as
shown in Photo 1.
B.
If you do not have a kickstand, place a sturdy
box or block under the engine for stability when
the Tine Attachment is removed. See Photo 2.
Figure 1: Tow Hitch attachment.
Photo 1: Put down the kickstand.
CAUTION
• Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the
machine, shut off the engine, make sure that all
moving parts have come to a complete stop, and
disconnect the spark plug wire.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
personal injury or property damage.
WARNING
• Maximum load capacity of the Tow Hitch is 400
pounds.
• Never allow riders on any attachments being
towed. See other safety rules on the back page.
CAUTION
Put Wheels/Tines/PTO Drive Lever in NEUTRAL
position. Stop engine, let all moving parts come
to a complete stop, and disconnect spark plug
wire. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in personal injury of property damage.
Tow Hitch Attachment
OEM-290-101 / 290-101-081
PTO Horse Model Tiller