OPERATOR’S MANUAL Front Tine Tiller Model Series 300 & 330 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices................................................................... 3 Assembling Your Tiller ....................................................................................... 5 Know Your Tiller................................................................................................. 6 Operating Your Tiller.......................................................................................... 7 Making Adjustments .............
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol— heed its warning.
9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. Look down and behind and use care when in reverse or pulling machine towards you. Start the engine according to the instructions found in this manual and keep feet well away from the tines at all times. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage. Repair the damage before starting and operating.
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLER NOTE: This operator’s manual covers various models Handle Adjustment Lever of tillers. The units illustrated may vary slightly from your unit. Follow only those instructions which pertain to your model number. NOTE: References to right or left side of the tiller are determined from behind the unit in the operating position. To Remove Unit From Carton • • • • • • Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton.
Check Cable Adjustment • • • Clutch Lever With the clutch lever disengaged, pull starter rope slowly several times. The tines should not turn. If they turn, the cable is not adjusted properly. To adjust the cable, loosen the nut near the top of the cable and unscrew the cable to provide additional slack in wire. See Figure 3. Tighten the nut and check again for proper adjustment.
Choke Lever Engine Controls The choke lever is located near the throttle control. It is used to enrich the fuel mixture when starting a cold engine. See the separate engine manual for additional information and functions of the engine controls. Starter Handle The starter handle is located on the engine and is used to manually start the engine.
Controlling Speed And Tilling Depth Transport Position Wheel Yoke Adjustment Depth Stake Place wheel yoke so that the wheels are forward (nearest point between wheels and tines) for shallow tilling, cultivating and transport. The forward speed will increase. Turn yoke around (farthest point between wheels and tines) for deep tilling. Forward speed will decrease. See Figure 6.
The tiller has many uses other than tilling and cultivating a garden. One of these is the preparation of lawn area for seeding. The tiller will prepare a deep seed bed which will be free of hard untilled spots, allowing a better stand of grass to grow. The tiller is very useful for loosening hard soil for excavation with a shovel. No tedious handwork will be necessary. Your tiller may be used for mixing compost in the pile, or for mixing it with the soil in your garden.
SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR TILLER Cleaning Tine Area WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine before performing any repairs or maintenance. Clean the underside of the tine shield after each use. The dirt washes off the tines easier if rinsed off immediately instead of after it dries. Always towel dry the tiller afterwards and apply a light coat of oil or silicone to prevent rusting or water damage.
• Hex Screw • • • Idler Pulley NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment and especially any springs, bearings, and cables. Figure 12 Off-Season Storage If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30 days, the following steps should be taken to prepare the tiller for storage. • We do not recommend the use of pressure washers to clean your unit.
SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start Cause Remedy 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position. (If equipped) 4. Choke not in ON position. 5. Blocked fuel line. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Engine flooded 1. Connect wire to spark plug. 2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 3. Move throttle lever to start position. 1. Spark plug wire loose. 2. Unit running on CHOKE. 3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 4.
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Model Series 300 & 330 2 1 3 5 4 6 8 7 5 9 6 10 12 13 5 14 11 15 16 9 27 17 14 25 10 29 20 19 18 10 22 21 62 61 28 63 10 30 34 26 35 14 32 24 23 64 65 42 43 33 31 46 52 36 44 53 45 37 54 55 59 60 39 38 34 40 47 58 49 48 50 51 56 41 14 57
Model Series 300 & 330 Ref. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. Part No. 720-0274 731-0473 686-0002 649-0137 712-0442 738-1225 746-1148 738-1226 710-0189 736-0242 786-0340 710-0606 719-0279 712-0720 786-0341 649-0136 710-0805 711-0415 750-0890 786-0003 786-0004 786-0005 714-0149B 712-3004A 712-3010 710-3180 710-0604A 710-0602 738-0934 712-0240 736-0171 786-0138A 786-0139A Ref. No.
Model Series 300 19 3 1 2 4 7 6 1 2 10 8 9 5 10 13 14 6 11 12 20 17 15 15 18 4 16 16 16 18
Model Series 300 Ref. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Part No. 734-1988 738-0929 686-0081A 714-0149B 711-0415 736-0242 710-0189 738-0934 750-0273 750-0470 Ref. No. Part Description Wheel 7 x 1.8 Shoulder Screw Wheel Bracket Assembly Cotter Pin Clevis Pin Bell Washer .340 ID x .872 OD Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 3.0 Shoulder Screw Spacer .51 ID x .69 OD x 1.97Lg Spacer .47 OD x .96Lg 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20 17 Part No.
Model Series 330 17 1 18 3 2 4 9 19 1 7 2 6 8 10 5 10 13 6 14 11 12 5 15 4 16 18
Model Series 330 Ref. No. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Part No. 734-1781 738-0929 686-0081A 714-0149B 711-0415 736-0242 710-0189 738-0934 786-0145A 750-0470 686-0091 Ref. No. Part Description Wheel 8 x 1.75 Shoulder Screw Wheel Bracket Assembly Cotter Pin Clevis Pin Bell Washer .340 ID x .872 OD Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 3.0 Shoulder Screw Engine Mounting Plate Spacer .47 OD x .96Lg Chain Case Assembly 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 19 Part No.
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. d. MTD LLC warrants this product against defects for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.