EN PLOW (GB PLOUGH) P/N 3333
This fantastic accessory is the best
plow
you have ever come across. It does the job much faster and more simply
than you could do by hand. Whether deep or shallow - it forms all furrows in a uniform manner.
FR
BUTTEUSE
Cet accessoire fantastique est la meilleure butteuse jamais offerte sur le marché. Elle accomplit le travail beaucoup
plus rapidement et plus simplement qu’on ne peut le faire à la main. Que les sillons désirés soient profonds ou
superficiels, ils seront tous formés uniformément.
ES
ARADO
Este fantástico accesorio es el mejor adaptador para arar que usted jamás haya visto. Hace la labor de labranza con
mayor rapidez y facilidad que hacerlo manualmente, excava todos los surcos de una manera uniforme, ya sea arando
profundamente o superficialmente. Es excepcional para sembrar las legumbres en donde la tierra en montículos es
importante.
Warnings - dos
Read and understand the owner’s manual. Pay particular attention to all sections
regarding safety.
1. Always keep a firm grip on both handles while the attachment is moving and/or the
engine is running. BE AWARE!! The tines may coast after throttle trigger is released.
make sure tines have come to a complete stop and engine is
off before letting go of the tiller.
2. Always maintain a firm footing and good balance, do not overreach while operating the
tiller. Before you start to use the tiller check the work area for obstacles that might cause
you to lose your footing, balance or control of the machine.
3. Always keep area clear of children, pets and bystanders.
4. Always stay alert. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate
unit when fatigued.
5. Always dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, they might get caught
in moving parts. Use sturdy gloves. Gloves reduce the transmission of vibration to your
hands. Prolonged exposure to vibration can cause numbness and other ailments. Wear
non-skid foot wear to ensure secure and proper footing.
6. Always wear ear and eye protection. Eye protection must meet applicable CE
standards. To avoid hearing damage we recommend hearing protection be worn
whenever using the equipment.
7. Always keep a safe distance between two or more people when working together.
8. Always inspect your attachment before each use and ensure that all handles, guards
and fasteners are secure, operating and in place.
9. Always maintain and examine your tiller and attachments with care.
Follow maintenance instructions given in tiller manual.
10. Always store attachments in a sheltered area (a dry place) not accessible to children.
The tiller as well as fuel should not be stored in a house.
Warnings - don’ts
Don’t use tiller with one hand, keep both hands on handles with fingers
and thumbs encircling the handles, while attachment is moving, and engine
is running.
Don’t overreach. Keep a good footing at all times.
Don’t attempt to clear attachment while it is moving. Never try to remove jammed
material before switching the engine off and making sure the attachment has stopped
completely.
Don’t allow children or incapable people to operate the tiller.
Don’t operate while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Don’t attempt to repair the attachment. Have repairs made by a qualified dealer
or repairman. See that only original Mantis parts are used.
GB
WARNING • DANGER
IMPROPER USE OR CARE OF THESE ATTACHMENTS OR FAILURE TO WEAR PROPER PROTECTION CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL.
WEAR HEARING AND EYE PROTECTION.
Engine fuel warnings - do’s
Always use fresh petrol in the fuel mixture. Stale petrol can cause leakage.
Always pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to avoid
kickback and prevent arm or hand injury.
Always operate engine with spark arrestor installed and operating properly.
Engine/fuel warnings - don’ts
Don’t fuel, refuel or check fuel while smoking or near an open flame or other ignition
source. Stop engine and be sure it is cool before refueling.
Don’t leave the engine running while the tiller is unattended. Stop engine before putting
the tiller down or while transporting from one place to another.
Don’t refuel, start or run this tiller indoors or in an improperly ventilated area.
Don’t run engine when electrical system causes spark outside the cylinder. During
periodical checks of the spark plug, keep plug a safe distance from cylinder to avid
burning of evaporated fuel from cylinder.
Don’t check for spark with spark plug or plug wire removed. use an approved tester.
Don’t crank engine with spark plug removed, except when preparing to store tiller for
the off season.
Don’t run engine when the odor of petrol is present or other explosive conditions exist.
Don’t operate the unit if petrol is spilled. Clean up spill completely before starting engine.
Don’t operate your tiller if there is an accumulation of debris around the exhaust and
cooling fins.
Don’t touch hot exhaust, cylinders or cooling fins as contact may cause serious burns.
WARNING • DANGER
HANDLE FUEL WITH CARE, IT IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. FUELING A HOT ENGINE OR NEAR AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN
CAUSE A FIRE AND RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
PLOW
NOTE: In the instructions that follow, assume that
you are standing behind the Tiller as you would in
tilling or cultivating.
The plow attachment can be installed behind your tiller if you want to use the tiller to pull the plow through the soil,
or it can be attached in front of the tiller if you want to pull the tiller backwards like in normal use.
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
Note: If you tiller has a kickstand - depending on how it was installed, you may need to loosen the bolts and slide the entire
kickstand bracket assembly up to avoid any interference with the bracket for the plow attachment. Retighten bolts.
Key # Part #
DescriPtion
Qty
1
449
Upper Bracket
1
2
401102
Plow Mounting Bracket
1
3
443
Lock Pin
1
4
401100
Plow Blade
1
5
400503
5/16 -18 x 5/8 Carriage Bolt
4
6
114B
5/16-18 Wiz Head Nut
4
7
400532
1/4-20 x 3-1/2 Bolt
2
8
972
1/4-20 Lock Nut
2
If your tiller does not have a front loop handle:
If your tiller has a front loop handle:
1. Using a pair of 7/16” wrenches, remove 2 nuts, bolts and
brackets from lower handles of tiller. Set aside. These
components will be replaced by key #’s 1, 7, & 8.
2. Slide Transmission Bracket (key # 1) onto lower tiller
handles above tiller fender. Note arrow (
) pointing toward
top on bracket. Secure in place with nuts (key # 8) and bolts
(key # 7).
1. Using a pair of 7/16” wrenches, remove 2 nuts, and
bolts from lower handles of tiller. Leave front loop
handle in place if you want to use the plow behind the
tiller. If you want to use the plow in front of the tiller
you will need to remove the front loop handle.
2. Slide Transmission Bracket (key # 1) over top of the
front loop handle above tiller fender. Note arrow (
)
pointing toward top on bracket. Secure in place with
nuts (key # 8) and bolts (key # 7).
3. Line up the holes of the plow mounting bracket (key #2)
with the holes in the plow blade (key # 4) and assemble
with four carriage bolts and wiz head nuts provided (key
#’s 5 & 6).
4.
5.
Tighten all nuts.
The plow can now be attached to the tiller by inserting
the bracket through the slot in the upper bracket and
securing with the lock pin (key # 3).
6. When not using the plow, pull the lock pin out and slide
the plow blade out of the upper bracket. The kickstand
cannot be operated with the plow blade attached, due to
interference.
The
plow
assembly
acts
as
a
kickstand when installed, or removal of the plow blade
allows for operation of the kickstand.
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