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Clutch Lever
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Operation (Continued)
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NOTICE
When tilling, always pull lever completely to the handle.
Failure to do so may result in excessive drive belt wear and
premature drive belt failure.
CAUTION
This information is provided here only to introduce the
controls. Do not start the engine at this time. Starting and
operating instructions are given on page 11. Please read
this section and all operating and safety instructions before
starting your tiller.
WARNING
Do not x the clutch lever in drive position by any other
means than manually using your hand. DO NOT tie or oth-
erwise secure the lever in drive position.
NOTE: To stop the tines at any time release the clutch lever.
Clutch Lever
Engage tines by pulling the clutch lever to the handle.
Releasing the lever stops the tines and brings the tiller to a
complete stop. (See Figure 17)
Figure 17
Lever Engaged
Tilling
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1. Adjust the drag bar to desired tilling depth.
WARNING
Lower the drag bar one hole at a time testing tiller
operation after each adjustment. Lowering drag bar down
too low can result in loss of control of tiller.
2. Use the upper hole in the adjustable wheel link for
shallow to medium tilling depths. Use the lower hole in
the adjustable links for deep tilling.
3. Pulling the clutch lever to the handle will engage the tines.
WARNING
Temperature of mufer and nearby areas may exceed
150˚F. Avoid these areas.
Engine, transmission and surrounding parts become
extremely hot during normal use and CAN cause
serious burn injuries if touched before the engine has cooled.
Allow engine to cool completely before touching these
surfaces.
To stop tines at any time, release CLUTCH LEVER to
neutral position. Always release CLUTCH LEVER to neutral
position AND STOP THE ENGINE before adjusting the depth of
the drag bar.
If you do not know how to do these things, read the con-
trols, adjustments and safety sections before proceeding
DANGER
IMPORTANT: Practice operating the controls and tiller with tines
out of ground before beginning to till. It is important that you
know how to use the tiller properly, keep control at all times,
stop the tines, and stop the engine if necessary. If you do not
know how to do these things, read the controls, adjustments
and safety sections before proceeding.