Operator's Manual Original Operating Instructions MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator GAS/OIL RATIO 50:1 Product #: MC440 Get parts online at www.GetEarthquake.com P/N: 13188 ECN: 10014 REV4: 07/22/13 © 2013 Ardisam, Inc.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your investment in quality. Thank you for purchasing a 4-cycle cultivator from Earthquake™. We have worked to ensure that the MC440 meets the highest standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your cultivator will provide many years of service. Please read this entire manual before installation and use.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY Accurate assembly and safe and effective use of the machine is the owner’s responsibility. • Read and follow all safety instructions. • Carefully follow all assembly instructions. • Maintain the machine according to directions and schedule included in this Earthquake operator’s manual. • Ensure that anyone who uses the machine is familiar with all controls and safety precautions.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator GENERAL SAFETY RULES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 4 Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s). Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting. Use this equipment for its intended purpose only. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating decals on this equipment and on any of its attachments or accessories.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING Warning Carbon Monoxide Poisoning ENGINES GIVE OFF CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS, COLORLESS, POISONOUS GAS. CARBON MONOXIDE MAY BE PRESENT EVEN IF YOU DO NOT SMELL OR SEE ANY ENGINE EXHAUST. BREATHING CARBON MONOXIDE CAN CAUSE NAUSEA, FAINTING OR DEATH, IN ADDITION TO DROWSINESS, DIZZINESS AND CONFUSION. Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator • • • Never pour fuel from engine fuel tank. Never siphon fuel by mouth to drain fuel tank. Always have an adult fill the fuel tank and never allow children to fill the engine. Never allow an adult or anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol to fill engine.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator SAFETY DECALS This MC440 cultivator 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. Reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effectively.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator FEATURES throttle control lever handlebar on/off switch comfort handle grips easy pull-start location SPECIFICATIONS removable tines 8 adjustable height transport wheels ENGINE DISPLACEMENT 40cc FUEL TANK CAPACITY 0.75 L FUEL TYPE Minimum 87 octane gasoline with NO ethanol content NOTE: If using an ethanol blended fuel, a fuel stabilizer, mixed to manufacturer specifications, is recommended OIL TANK CAPACITY 4.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY UNPACK MC440 1. Carefully lift the cultivator out of the box, remove any packing material and cut any ties holding the handlebar pieces to the cultivator assembly. upper right handlebar curved washer 2. Find parts packet. Parts packet contains: T-handle nut 4 - T-Handle Nuts (4640) 4 - Curved Washers (4641) 4 - Handle Clamp Bolts (4642) ASSEMBLY 1. Stand the MC440 assembly upright with tines and wheels on a level surface.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator Filling Fuel Tank 1. Shut-off engine and allow engine to completely cool before refilling the fuel tank. CAUTION 3. Clean debris from area around the fuel cap. ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY WITHOUT OIL. YOU MUST ADD ENGINE OIL BEFORE STARTING ENGINE. IF ENGINE IS STARTED WITHOUT OIL, ENGINE MAY BE DAMAGED BEYOND REPAIR AND WILL NOT BE COVERED BY WARRANTY. 4. Loosen fuel cap slowly. Prevent the cap from coming in contact with dirt or debris.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator STARTING AND STOPPING ENGINE • Move engine to a well ventilated area, outdoors, to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. • Move to an area away from flames or sparks, to avoid ignition of vapors if present. • Remove all debris from air cleaner holes and gas cap to ensure proper air flow. • If it is the first time starting the MC440, make sure the included 4-cycle oil has been poured into the oil fill area.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator ADJUSTING WHEELS AND DRAG STAKE The wheels on the MC440 can be adjusted to one of three positions. The LOW wheel position is used for transporting the cultivator across a smooth level surface while the engine is not running. The HIGH and HIGHEST wheel positions are used when cultivating in soil and help stabilize the unit when cultivating at different depths. (SEE FIGURE 5) To adjust wheels up or down (SEE FIGURES 6 AND 7): 1.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator inner tine hub collars outer tine hairpin FIGURE 8 D C tine shaft inner hole B A NOTE: To reduce cultivating width from 10” to 6”, remove both outer tines and reinsert hairpins through the two inner holes on the tine shaft to secure both inner tines in place. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE CAUTION PRACTICE SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. ENGINE MUST BE TURNED OFF AND ALLOWED TO COOL BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator LUBRICATION IMPORTANT Choose engine oil that meets or surpasses the latest API service classification. For temperatures higher than 32º F, use SAE 30 or 10W-30 motor oil. Use SAE 5W-30 if temperatures are below 32º F. PROPER POSITION FOR CHECKING OIL LEVEL OR REFILLING OIL IS FACE DOWN, WITH THE GAS TANK OF THE MC440 DOWN ON A HORIZONTAL SURFACE. SEE FIGURE 3A ON PAGE 10.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator SPARK PLUG The recommended spark plug is a NGK CMR6A. For maintenance and care of the spark plug go online to www. getearthquake.com for instructions or call Earthquake customer service. CARBURETOR CAUTION TO AVOID INJURY OR DEATH, NEVER SIPHON FUEL BY MOUTH. NEVER STORE CULTIVATOR WITH FUEL IN THE FUEL TANK INSIDE AN ENCLOSED AREA OR BUILDING. Never tamper with factory setting of the carburetor.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator TRANSPORTING YOUR MC440 TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR 1. After using the cultivator, and before transporting it in a truck bed, check that the gas cap is screwed on (clockwise) tightly. The gas cap will not leak during transporting if gas cap is tight. Never transport engine inside an enclosed space within a vehicle. Fuel or fuel vapors may ignite causing serious injury or death. 2.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY/ACTION Engine will not start 1. Power switch in off position 1. Flip switch to ON position 2. Spark plug wire disconnected 2. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug 3. Out of fuel 3. Refuel 4. Spark plug wet, faulty or improperly gapped 4. Clean, replace or gap spark plug 5. Fuel line hose not positioned in bottom of gas 5.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator HANDLEBAR PARTS EXPLOSION 2, 3 2, 8 2, 9 2, 10, 16 2 2, 11 7, 14 7, 13 1, 3 7, 15 4 5 1 2, 12, 16 6 7 4 5 KEY PART # DESCRIPTION 6 18 1 QTY.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator HOOD & TINES PARTS EXPLOSION 25 7 5 24 23 6 24 22 13 18 4 2 17 3 12 11 16 10 8 21 5 20 9 14 27 15 1 29 26 11 28 19 KEY PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. KEY PART # DESCRIPTION 1 46146 TINE SHIELD 2 16 46142 BOLT M6 X 1.0 X 20 2 2 46138 TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY 1 17 4650 NUT M6 X 1.0 2 3 4602 TINE -C- ASSEMBLY 1 18 46145 PIN QUICK-RELEASE M8 X 25 1 4 4604 TINE -D- ASSEMBLY 1 19 4625 BOLT M6 X 1.
13, 51 21A, 51 20, 51 45, 51 21B, 51 4, 51 42, 50, 60 32, 49, 52 13, 48 31, 50, 60 1, 50 19, 53 17, 49, 52 38, 49, 52 12, 53 23, 54 14 37, 59 16, 58 9 40 13 36, 56, 60 15, 56 13, 56 39, 58 26, 58 44, 48 25, 49, 52 35, 48 12, 53 8 6 12, 53 18 22, 54 24, 54 29, 52 46 7, 55, 60 33 10, 57 2, 54 47 5, 59 34 43, 57, 60 13 30, 52 27, 52 3, 55 11, 52 28, 52 41, 55 MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator Operator's Manual ENGINE PARTS EXPLOSION Check for parts online at
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator ENGINE PARTS LIST KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. KEY NO. PART NO. 1 13192 CARBURETOR 1 32 13307 FUEL LINE CUT TO 195MM 1 2 300413 ASSY CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH ROTOR VIPER 1 33 13320 WASHER M6 X 10MM X 1MM 1 34 13322 ENGINE BLOCK 1 3 13200* MUFFLER 1 35 13328 CARBURETOR INSULATOR 1 4 13238 INTAKE BASE ASSEMBLY 1 36 13324* GASKET VALVE COVER 1 5 13242* IGNITION COIL 1 37 13325 13194 RECOIL ASSEMBLY 1 BOLT M4 X 0.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator TRANSMISSION PARTS EXPLOSION 26 20 12 11 10 15 1, 26 6 13, 26 9 3 7 4 25 24 16 8 22 5 23 6 14 2 KEY PART # 1 46136* 2 4646 3 4 16 21 18 19 DESCRIPTION 17 QTY. KEY MC LOWER TRANSMISSION CASTING LEFT 1 14 46144 DUST CAP 2 SEAL SHAFT 19MM SHAFT 32MM BORE 2 15 4648 BOLT M6 X 1.0 X 22 FLANGE 2 4645 BUSHING M19 ID X 25.5OD D-PROFILE FLANGE 2 16 4647 BOLT M6 X 1.
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Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator 15073 BORDER-EDGER KIT INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) The Border-Edger Kit is a useful tool for making clean cuts in the lawn along the borders of gardens, flower beds, walkways, and driveways for a well manicured look. To install the BorderEdger Kit, do the following: INSTALLATION 1. Make sure the cultivator is not running by flipping the ON/ OFF switch to the OFF position.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator DK43 DETHATCHER KIT INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) The Dethatcher Kit is very effective for lifting away the excessive matted layers of thatch that can prevent moisture, oxygen and nutrients from penetrating the soil and can harbor disease and insects. Use in Spring, Summer, and Fall to bring life and color back to your lawn. 1. Flip the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position. Remove the cultivating tines and the drag stake (SEE PAGE 12). 2.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator MC440 4-CYCLE CULTIVATOR Warranty Terms and Conditions PRODUCT WARRANTY: 1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Ardisam, Inc., a manufacturing company, warrants this EARTHQUAKE 4-CYCLE CULTIVATOR 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 furnish, at their discretion, parts and labor to correct any defect caused by faulty material or workmanship.
Operator's Manual MC440 4-Cycle Cultivator Explanation of Emissions Control Warranty Provisions Viper® Engines are designed, built and equipped to meet all EPA requirements. It warrants that it is free from defects in material and workmanship that could cause failure to the warranted part; and that it is identical in all material respects to the engine described in the manufacturer’s application for certification.
Earthquake™, Division of Ardisam, Inc. 1160 8th Avenue, PO Box 666 Cumberland, WI 54829 800-345-6007 | Fax 715-822-2223 E-mail: info@getearthquake.com All weights, specifications and features are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Due to continuous product improvements, product images may not be exact. Items used for props not included. Some assembly may be required. Check for parts online at www.getearthquake.
