1320 owners manual.doc
4/22/08
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1320H & 1620B TILLER TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED)
B. TINES FAIL TO ROTATE BUT WHEELS DRIVE.
1. Clutch cable stretched so needs
adjustment
2. Tine motor worn.
Remove cable slack then adjust for 7/16” to
1/2" movement at actuator lever pin.
Rebuild or replace motor. New motors are
available from Barreto Mfg.
C. WHEELS FAIL TO TURN BUT TINES ROTATE
1. Wheel axle keys have been sheared or
removed.
2. Wheel relief valve bad
Replace keys.
Replace relief valve.
D. ENGINE LUGS DOWN OR DIES AND WHEELS AND TINES DO NOT TURN.
1. Rocks or other obstruction blocking tines.
2. Tine shaft bound with wire, vines, or
grass.
3. Tilling depth too great for soil conditions.
4. Outboard tine shaft bearings binding.
5. Engine improperly tuned or maintained.
6. Low oil alert causes engine to shut down.
7. Engine losing power due to wear.
Shut OFF engine and remove obstruction.
Shut OFF engine and remove debris,
especially at the ends.
Shut OFF engine and lower depth bar to
raise the tines, decreasing tilling depth.
Lubricate or replace bearings as needed.
See engine manual and correct as needed.
This may occur if tilling on hills, (not
advised). Level the tiller and check engine
oil level. Fill if required. Oil alert should
reset. See engine manual.
See engine manual.
