OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. FN620K 3.5 HP 17 Inch Tiller • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 00137 184873 11.27.02 TR PRINTED IN U.S.A.
SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR WALK-BEHIND POWERED ROTARY TILLERS TRAINING • • • • Read the Owner’s Manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES GASOLINE CAPACITY: 2 Quarts (1,89L) • • OIL(API-SF-SJ): SAE 30W (Above 32°F/0°C) (CAPACITY: 20 oz./0.6L) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F/0°C) SPARK PLUG : Champion (GAP: .030"/0.76mm) RJ19LM Unleaded Regular • Read and observe the safety rules. Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tiller. Follow instructions under “Maintenance” and “Storage” sections of this Owner’s Manual.
ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY FRONT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
ASSEMBLY UNPACK CARTON & INSTALL HANDLE (See Fig. 2) INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3) • • CAUTION: Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of cartoning material. • IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND AS SEM BLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE(S). • Loosen nut “A”. Insert stake support between engine bracket halves with stake spring down. Bolt stake support to engine brackets with bolts, lock washers and nuts. Tighten securely. Tighten nut “A”.
OPERATION KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FORWARD TINE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL CHOKE CONTROL DEPTH STAKE TINE SHIELD RECOIL STARTER HANDLE TINES FIG.
OPERATION The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 6) Adjust depth stake by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin. Change depth stake to desired position. Replace the clevis pin and hairpin clip.
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season.
OPERATION • SPARK PLUG THROTTLE CONTROL • CHOKE CONTROL You will find tilling much easier if you leave a row untilled between passes. Then go back between tilled rows. (See Fig. 9) There are two reasons for doing this. First, wide turns are much easier to negotiate than about-faces. Second, the tiller won’t be pulling itself, and you, toward the row next to it. Set depth stake and wheel height for shallow tilling when working extremely hard soil or sod. Then work across the first cuts at normal depth.
Y5 SERVICE DATES EV ER EV BE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE FO RE EA CH MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE US E HO ER UR Y2 S 5H EV OU ER RS Y5 0H OU RS MAINTENANCE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Oil Pivot Points Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler Inspect Air Screen Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge 2 Clean Engine Cylinder Fins Replace Spark Plug 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.
MAINTENANCE Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of engine. Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debris. Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns. ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-SJ.
MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 14) MUFFLER Your engine is air cooled. For proper engine performance and long life keep your engine clean. • Clean air screen frequently using a stiff-bristled brush. • Remove blower housing and clean as necessary. • Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff. Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into contact with plug. MID-WIDTH TILLING - 15" PATH (See Fig. 17) • Assemble holes “A” in tine hubs to holes “C” in tine shaft. TILLER TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 15) Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height. Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions. Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 22) NOTE: Additional tine arrangements can be attained by moving outer tines to opposite side of tiller which will point tines outward. Always keep sharp edges of tines rotating forward from above. • • • TINE OPERATION CHECK (See Fig. 21) Be sure tines do not rotate when engine is running and tine control is in the “OFF” position. Remove screws from side of belt guard. Pull belt guard out and away from unit.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE V-BELT (See Fig. 23) BELT REPLACEMENT • Install new V-belt to engine pulley first then to transmission pulley. Be sure belt is positioned on inside groove of both pulleys, inside all belt guides and rests on idler pulley. Replace V-belt if it has stretched considerably or if it has cracks or frayed edges. Belt guard must be removed to service belt. See “TO REMOVE BELT GUARD” in this section of manual.
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. ENGINE OIL Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of this manual). WARNING: Never store the tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Loss of power CAUSE CORRECTION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Out of fuel. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. Engine flooded. Dirty air cleaner. Water in fuel. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Clogged fuel tank. Loose spark plug wire. 6. 7. 8. 9. Bad spark plug or improper gap. Carburetor out of adjustment. 8. 9. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Throttle control not set properly. Dirty air cleaner. Bad spark plug or improper gap. Stale or dirty fuel. Loose spark plug wire. 1. 2. 3.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER FN620K HANDLE ASSEMBLY KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 137176X505 72140512 9266R 151473 73680500 19111116 19121414 74760516 74760512 10040500 73220500 98000129 Bracket, Handle Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1¦2 Grip, Handle Handle, L.H. Locknut, Crown 5/16-18 Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga. Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. Bolt, Hex Hd. 5/16-18 x 1 Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4 Washer, Lock 5/16 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 Nut, Flanged 5/16-18 KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER FN620K BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 23230506 130812 74610812 17490440 174898 170488 139155 165768X505 109227X 9180R 12000028 151223 Screw, Set 5/16-18 x 3/8 Sheave, Engine Bolt, Hex 1/2-20 x 3/4 Bolt Thd Roller 1/4-20 X 2-1/2 Shield Inner Guard Belt Screw Hex Wsh Slt #10-24 x .50 Spacer Split .523 x .718 x 2 Guard, Belt Pad, Idler V-Belt Drive Ring, Retainer Sheave, Transmission KEY NO.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER FN620K WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 13 15 9194R 74760520 74760512 73220500 10040500 4921H 318J 9193R 9551R 317J 5388J Pin, Clevis Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 Washer, Lock 5/16 Clip, Hairpin Support, Depth Stake, R.H. Stake, Depth Rivet, Drilled Support, Depth Stake, L.H. Spring, Stake KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER FN620K TINE ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. 1 165774 2 4921H 3 165772 KEY PART NO. NO. 4 165771 5 165773 6 9194R DESCRIPTION Tine, Outer, R.H. Retainer, Spring Tine, Inner, R.H. 21 DESCRIPTION Tine, Inner, L.H. Tine, Outer, L.H.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER FN620K TRANSMISSION KEY NO. 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 14 PART NO. 74760524 74780652 19131311 73800600 9056R505 165835 165834 73970500 74760544 151937 9173R DESCRIPTION Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Gr. 2 Bolt, Hex, Fin 3/8-16 x 3-1/4 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 Locknut, Hex, w/washer 3/8-16 Shield, Tine Bracket, Engine, R.H. Bracket, Engine, L.H. Nut, Lock Hex Flange Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 2-3/4 Transmission Spacer, Split KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER FN620K DECALS 5 1 6 12 10 2 9 8 11 4 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 --- 132629 163989 127185X 110613X 110614X 120076X 171803 171806 162384 165327 184873 184874 Decal, Logo Decal, Logo Decal, Description Decal, Tine Control Decal, Hand Placement Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines Decal, Briggs & Stratton Decal, 3.
LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions. 1.
