Operator's Manual Original Operating Instructions 20971-0001R1 20908 Badger Front Tine Tiller CAUTION ICON R1 Model 20908 KOHLER 6.75 ft-lbs Gross Torque Email for more information getearthquake.com READ OM ICON R1 P/N: 20980 ECN: 10594 REV1: 10/30/14 © 2014 Ardisam, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Badger 20908 Tiller from Earthquake®. We have worked to ensure that this tiller meets the highest standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your tiller will provide many years of service. Please read this entire manual before installation and use. Earthquake® reserves the right to change, alter or improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller 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 Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller 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 Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller WARNING 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. IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY OF THESE SYMPTOMS, SEEK FRESH AIR AND MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY. WARNING HOT GASES ARE A NORMAL BY-PRODUCT OF A FUNCTIONING INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller • Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. OPERATION a. Use an approved fuel container. • b. Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine. • c. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors. • d. Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel before restarting.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller 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’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller B A G C D E F H I J K L M N O P 16095-0016R1 HAZARD SYMBOLS AND MEANINGS A: Warning! B: Avoid Injury From Rotating Tines. C: Read Owner’s Manual Before Operating Machine. D: Remove Objects that Could Be Thrown By This Machine. E: Dangerous Moving Parts. F: Be Aware of Moving and Rotating Parts. G: Wear Ear and Eye Protection At All Times. H: Do Not Service or Adjust Moving Parts Unless Engine is Stopped and Spark Plug Wire is Disconnected.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller FEATURES The advantage of the Earthquake® gear drive front tine rototiller, over other front tine tillers, is the exclusive hinged tail mount, wheel and drag stake assembly. This feature gives the tiller its stability and versatility. For easy transport and quick turning in the garden, fold the wheels under the engine. During operation, the wheels unfold back and the drag stake folds down.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller WHEEL WARNING WASHER HAIRPIN DO NOT LIFT THE ROTOTILLER FROM THE CARTON. ROTOTILLER IS HEAVY AND CAN CAUSE INJURY. CUT BOX AWAY FROM ROTOTILLER AND REMOVE BOX.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller WARNING THIS INFORMATION IS PROVIDED HERE ONLY TO INTRODUCE THE CONTROLS. DO NOT START THE ENGINE AT THIS TIME. STARTING AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE GIVEN IN THIS MANUAL. PLEASE READ THIS SECTION AND ALL OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE STARTING YOUR TILLER. LOCK PIN DRAG STAKE • AS A SAFETY PRECAUTION, THE DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER WILL NOT LOCK IN THE FORWARD POSITION.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER DISENGAGED CAUTION 1/4” STRETCH • DO NOT USE CHOKE CONTROL TO STOP ENGINE. BACKFIRE OR ENGINE DAMAGE MAY OCCUR. • TO STOP THE ENGINE AT ANY TIME, MOVE THROTTLE CONTROL TO THE OFF OR STOP POSITION, OR FLIP THE ON/OFF SWITCH TO OFF. • TO STOP TINES AT ANY TIME, RELEASE DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER TO THE NEUTRAL POSITION.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller WARNING GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND MUST BE HANDLED WITH CARE. NEVER FILL THE TANK WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT OR RUNNING. ALWAYS MOVE OUTDOORS TO FILL THE TANK. ON/OFF SWITCH CHOKE LEVER OPERATION Pre-Start Inspection 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts and bolts are secure. 2. Check oil level in engine crankcase. See your engine manual for procedure and specifications. 3. Inspect air cleaner for cleanliness.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule Your rototiller has been designed and produced by the industry’s leading manufacturer of outdoor power equipment to provide you with 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’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller IMPORTANT CHECK FORWARD BELT TENSION REGULARLY. TOO MUCH OR TOO LITTLE TENSION WILL CAUSE PREMATURE BELT FAILURE AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. Check Belt Tension Belt tension may decrease over time. It must be adjusted within the first half hour of operation and checked after every two hours of operation. Proper adjustment will assure long belt life. Too much or too little belt tension will cause premature belt failure.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller 4. Check spark plug yearly or every 100 hours of operation. 5. Service air cleaner. STORAGE Prepare for Storage 6. Keep engine and parts clean. 7. Check engine and equipment often for loose nuts and bolts; keep these items tightened. Check or Fill Engine Crankcase Follow the steps below to prepare your tiller for storage. Read your engine manual for detailed instructions on preparing the engine for storage. 1. Protect wheels and axles from rust: 1.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR 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. PROBLEM REMEDY/ACTION Engine will not start • • • Add gas to gas tank. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS PRODUCT WARRANTY: 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY – 10/01/2014 Ardisam, Inc. (Ardisam), a manufacturing company, warrants this product to be free from defects in the material or workmanship for a period of five years from the date of purchase. If there is insufficient evidence of the purchase date, the effective date of this warranty will begin on the tiller’s date of manufacture.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller 4 10 11 9 3 6 16095-0009R1 ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY 5 2 8 1 7 13 12 21 14 10 16 15 20 16 17 18 19 ITEM NO. PART # 1 3248 2 DESCRIPTION QTY. ITEM NO. PART # DESCRIPTION NUT (M5 X 0.8 HFNYLK GR8.8 ZN) 1 11 53629 BRACKET, CABLE MOUNT 1 3308 WASHER (FLAT M5 X 15 X 1.75 ZN) 1 12 W1200114 WASHER (M8 X 1.9 SPRLK BLK OX HIGH COLLAR) 1 3 53650 LEVER, CONTROL 1 13 12770 BOLT (M8 X 1.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN TINES AND TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY 14 15 3 2 4 1 7 8 10 11 12 23 16 21 16 25 24 22 17 18 19 20 13 12 11 10 2 9 4 6 27 1 5 16095-0010R1 20 For additional information email www.getearthquake.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN TINES AND TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY ITEM NO. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 400023 NUT (M8 NYLOCK) 4 2 3316 BOLT (M8 X 1.25 X 45 HHCS GR 8.8 ZN) 4 3 13905 TINE SET, OUTSIDE RIGHT, (FT 25MM SHAFT) 1 4 13903 TINE SET, WELDMENT, INSIDE (25MM SHAFT) 2 5 13904 TINE SET, OUTSIDE LEFT (FT 25MM SHAFT) 1 6 13599 NUT (M6 X 1.0 HHFNYLK) 9 7 13600 BOLT (M6 X 1.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN - MOTOR MOUNT AND HOOD PARTS 1 16095-0011R1 2 1 43 35 36 3 4 5 6 7 12 9 40 8 9 16 15 13 9 41 38 39 9 15 36 9 10 14 37 35 8 11 42 44 18 17 19 20 20 22 21 23 27 28 29 28 30 31 24 25 26 2 32 33 34 14 14 22 For additional information email www.getearthquake.
Operator’s Manual Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller ILLUSTRATED PARTS BREAKDOWN - MOTOR MOUNT AND HOOD PARTS ITEM NO. PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. ITEM NO. 1 20889 ENGINE & PULLEY GROUP METRIC KOHLER FT 1 21 1407 SPRING, FORWARD ARM 1 22 53398 PIN, COTTER 2MM X 16MM 1 23 1416 PIN CLEVIS 6.3 X 16.8 MM 1 24 53596B YOKE ZINC PLATED CLEVIS 1 25 2431 WASHER M10 X 20 X 2 THK GR 8.8 ZN 1 26 400024 WASHER M8 8.4 X 16 X 1.
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