Original Operating Instructions 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE CRT ROTOTILLER 6015vCE (shown) viper engine 196 CC 6015BCE Briggs and Stratton 205 CC 6015v viper engine 196 CC GetEarthquake.com ARDISAM .com om6015 Rev. 11/05/10 © 2010 Ardisam, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE INTRODUCTION Thank You . . . for purchasing an Earthquake® counter rotating rear-tine rototiller from Ardisam, Inc. We have worked to ensure that this rear-tine rototiller meets high standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your rototiller will provide many years of service. Please take the time to read this manual carefully to learn how to correctly operate and maintain your rototiller.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE SAFETY ! DANGER OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY Accurate assembly and safe and effective use of the rototiller is the owner’s responsibility. • Read and follow all safety instructions. • Carefully follow all assembly instructions. • Maintain the tiller according to directions and schedule included in this Earthquake operator’s manual. • Ensure that anyone who uses the tiller is familiar with all controls and safety precautions.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE c. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors. IMPORTANT The right and left sides of your rototiller are determined from the operating position as you face the direction of forward travel. Engine is shipped from factory without oil. You must add engine oil before starting engine. d. Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel before restarting.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE SAFETY DECALS This rototiller unit has been designed and manufactured to provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE Unpacking and Assembly Your rototiller comes fully assembled except for a few parts. The following instructions will help you unpack your tiller and assemble and adjust your tiller’s depth regulator lever, cable tension and handlebar height. You will need 2- 9/16” wrenches. Unpack 6015v (u.s.
18 19 20 17 16 OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE 15 14 14 ATTACH HANDLEBAR (6015vce, 6015BCE, eUROPE) 13 12 1. Locate handlebar extensions. (SEE FIGURE 1B) 2. Place handlebar extensions on outside of lower handlebar mount. Line up the handlebar extension pieces with the lower handlebar mount as shown in the decal located on the lower handlebar mount next to the mounting location. (SEE PAGE 22) 10 3. Insert one 3/8-16 x 1 3/4" bolt for each side in lower holes.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE OperatioN ! CAUTION PRE-START INSPECTIOn 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts and bolts secure. are 2. Check oil level in engine crankcase. See your engine manual for procedure and specifications. 3. Inspect air cleaner for cleanliness. See your engine manual for procedure. 4. Check the fuel supply. Fill the fuel tank no closer than 1 inch from top of tank to provide space for expansion.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE Idle Speed Use the “low” position on the throttle lever to reduce stress on the engine when tilling is not being performed. Lowering the engine speed to “idle” will help extend the life of the motor, as well as conserve fuel and reduce the noise level of the equipment. Operating Speed ! WARNING Temperature of muffler and near by areas may exceed 150° F. Avoid these areas. Do not move choke control to CHOKE to stop engine.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE Drive SAFETY Control Lever ! CAUTION FORWARD LEVER Engages wheels and tines into forward. Pulling the drive safety control lever toward the handlebar engages the wheels and tines. Releasing the lever stops the wheels and tines and brings the tiller to a complete stop. 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 8.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE Wheel Lock pins ! WARNING Place wheels in tilling position. 1. Remove lock pin. Align hole in axle with hole in wheel hub. (SEE FIGURE 2) 2. Insert lock pin through holes, fold lock pin ring to secure pin to axle. 3. Firmly lock wheel and axle together before tilling. 4. Repeat for other wheel. Never start engine or operate tiller with wheels in free-wheel position.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER ! WARNING Tilling depth is controlled by the height of the depth regulator lever. Do not adjust tilling depth unless drive safety control lever is released to neutral position. To adjust tilling depth. (SEE FIGURE 4) 1. Remove detent pin. 2. Raise the depth regulator lever to position tines at chosen tilling depth.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE Tilling Tips The key to successful tilling is to begin with a shallow cut on the first pass, and then work an inch or two deeper on each successive pass. • Tilling depth will vary with ground conditions. • When beginning to till in unbroken ground or in extremely hard soil, set the detent pin in the highest hole of the drag stake (follow instructions under Tilling section). This will allow for shallow tilling.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your rototiller has been designed and produced by the industry’s leading manufacturer of outdoor power equipment to provide you years of reliable operation. Keeping your tiller in top running condition will prolong its life, and help you obtain optimum performance. Please read this normal care schedule, and note the recommended care operating intervals to extend the life of your unit.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE Change Forward/Reverse Belt ! CAUTION 1. Turn off engine. Engine must be cool. Do not operate tiller before reading the engine manual provided in the parts packet. 2. Remove spark plug wire and secure from spark plug. 3. Remove belt guard. (See Figure 6) • remove the forward belt from the forward engine pulley: - gently pull the engine recoil rope to rotate the pulley.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE Engine Maintenance Refer to the engine manual included in your parts packet for information on engine maintenance. Your engine manual provides detailed information and a maintenance schedule for performing the following tasks: 1. Check oil level before each use or after every 8 hours of operation. IMPORTANT Engine is shipped from factory without oil. You must add engine oil before starting engine. 2.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE Lubrication Proper lubrication of moving mechanical parts is critical for proper care and maintenance. Oil the moving parts at 10 hour intervals using a 30 weight oil. Clean Tine Axle Shaft 1. Turn off engine. Engine must be cool. 2. Remove spark plug wire and secure from spark plug. ! WARNING Do not store tiller in an unventilated area where fuel fumes may reach flame, sparks, pilot lights or an ignited object.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE Troubleshooting ! WARNING Troubleshooting Guide While normal care and routine maintenance will extend the life of your rototiller, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, causes and remedies. Practice safety at all times.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE PROBLEM REMEDY/ACTION Belts squeal in neutral • Adjust forward belt guide: - turn engine off and allow muffler to cool - disconnect spark plug wire and secure from spark plug - remove belt guard - pull down on drive safety control lever - manually bend forward belt guide so there is 1/16 inch or less clearance between belt guide and belt - replace belt guard and spark plug wire Excessive heat build up in transmission/tine area duri
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE CRT Handlebar parts (MOdel 6015V) 1 7 2 3 4 8 5 6 9 Page 20 800-345-6007 GetEarthquake.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE CRT Handlebar parts list (Model 6015V) REF. NO. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE CRT HANDLEBAR AND HOOD PARTS (MOdel 6015VCE and 6015BCE) 11 12 13 10 9 8 7 7 6 5 3 4 2 Page 22 800-345-6007 GetEarthquake.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE CRT HANDLEBAR AND HOOD PARTS (MOdel 6015VCE and 6015BCE) REF. NO. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE 5 CRT Motor Mount PARTS 4 3 8 37 3 6 3 2 12 7 2 1 2 38 1 36 35 11 34 31 13 10 39 32 9 33 14 15 17 30 16 17 18 29 19 3 28 20 21 22 15 27 21 23 26 3 19 24 19 25 Page 24 800-345-6007 GetEarthquake.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE CRT Motor Mount PARTS LIST (Models 6015V, 6015VCE, and 6015BCE) R E F. PART # NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. R E F. PART # NO.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE CRT Tines & Hood parts (Models 6015V, 6015VCE and 6015BCE) 1 2 3 23 20 21 4 5 23 6 21 4 22 8b 11 25 10 9 7 8a 14 19 15 4 7 11 16 18 2 12 17 24 14 13 Page 26 800-345-6007 GetEarthquake.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE CRT Tines & Hood parts list R E F . PART # NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
OPERATor INSTRUCTIONS and parts CRT Models 6015V, 6015VCE, 6015BCE CRT Wheel & Tiller Shaft PARTS & pARTS LIST 21 REF. NO. part # Description 1 1500P101 Bolt, M6 X 25MM QTY. REF. NO. part # Description QTY.
6015V CRT ROTOTILLER 1-YEAR Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions Ardisam, Inc., a manufacturing company, warrants this Earthquake® CRT ROTOTILLER to be free from defects in the material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. During the one-year warranty of this product, Ardisam will, at its discretion, furnish parts and labor to correct any defect caused by faulty material or workmanship.
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