FT900 Owner's Manual Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. 532 43 99-64 Rev.
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.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity: 3 Quarts (2.8L) Unleaded Regular Oil (API-SG-SL): (Capacity: 21 oz./0.6L) SAE 30 (Above 32°F/0°C) SAE 5w30 (Below 32°F/0°C) Spark Plug : Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030"/0.76mm) • • • 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 OPERATOR’S POSITION (See Fig. 1) When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (standing behind tiller handles).
ASSEMBLY INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 3) UNPACK CARTON & INSTALL HANDLE (See Fig. 2) • • CAUTION: Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of cartoning material. • IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND AS SEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE(S).
OPERATION KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS 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 REVERSE TINE CONTROL CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE 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. 00155 HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER TILLING The speed and depth of tilling is regulated by the position of the depth stake and wheel height. The depth stake should always be below the wheels for digging.
OPERATION TO TRANSPORT CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and to allow for fuel expansion. If gasoline is accidentally spilled, move machine away from area of spill. Avoid creating any source of ignition until gasoline vapors have disappeared. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. CAUTION: Before lifting or transporting, allow tiller engine and muffler to cool. Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from fuel tank.
OPERATION • NOTE: If engine does not start, see troubleshooting points. SPARK PLUG • CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL RECOIL STARTER • eng in e_a r t_ 71 Soil conditions are important for proper tilling. Tines will not readily penetrate dry, hard soil which may contribute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller. Hard soil should be moistened before tilling; however, extremely wet soil will “ball-up” or clump during tilling.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE BE FO RE EA EV CH ER US Y5 E HO EV ER UR Y2 S 5H EV OU ER RS Y5 0H OU RS MAINTENANCE SERVICE DATES Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil 1,2 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.
MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 14) SPARK PLUG 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. Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling season or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into contact with plug. TILLER MID-WIDTH TILLING - 24 INCH PATH (See Fig. 17) • Assemble holes “A” in tine hubs to holes “C” in tine shaft. 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. 19) • • • • • Recheck in “ON” position and adjust if necessary. NOTE: If “ON” position check required adjustment, recheck “OFF” position adjustment to insure tines do not rotate when control is “OFF” (up). Remove two (2) cap nuts and washers from side of belt guard. Loosen (do not remove) tine shield nut on underside of tine shield. Pull belt guard out and away from unit. Replace belt guard by reversing above procedure.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE CHECK TINE OPERATION • See “TINE OPERATION CHECK” in this section of manual. Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet.
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 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. 8. 9. Clogged fuel tank. Loose spark plug wire. Bad spark plug or improper gap. Carburetor out of adjustment. 6. 7. 8. 9. Fill fuel tank. See “TO START ENGINE” in the Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - MODEL NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 3 1 16 19 29 2 3 19 4 29 20 5 6 10 20 11 7 7 14 8 9 12 13 FT-handle_assy_5 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 PART NO. 532 44 07-18 872 14 05-12 532 16 57-87 532 44 07-14 873 68 05-00 819 11 11-16 819 12 14-14 874 76 05-20 874 76 05-16 810 04 05-00 873 22 05-00 KEY NO.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - MODEL NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY 41 1 2 3 4 17 5 30 42 6 8 7 10 29 11 31 11 29 11 12 12 9 13 11 27 28 14 15 19 26 20 25 24 16 23 22 21 32 18 belt_guard_14 KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - MODEL NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY WHEEL?D STAKE? KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - MODEL NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 TINE ASSEMBLY 1 2 3 2 6 4 6 5 tine_ipb_3 KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 532 15 69-34 532 00 31-46 532 15 69-32 DESCRIPTION Tine, Outer, R.H. Retainer, Spring Tine, Inner, R.H. 21 KEY NO. PART NO. 4 5 6 532 15 69-31 532 15 69-33 532 00 49-29 DESCRIPTION Tine, Inner, L.H. Tine, Outer, L.H. Rivet Pan Hd Drilled 1/4 Dia.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - MODEL NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 TRANSMISSION 20 1 2 3 5 6 11 19 18 17 16 8 14 11 10 7 10 14 10 12 transmission_12 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 874 76 05-24 874 78 06-52 819 13 13-11 873 90 06-00 532 44 07-04 532 18 81-95 532 16 58-34 873 97 05-00 532 18 79-12 532 15 12-22 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Gr. 2 Bolt, Hex 3/8-16 x 3-1/4 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 Locknut 3/8-16 Shield, Tine Bracket, Engine, R.H. Bracket, Engine, L.H.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - MODEL NO. FT900 (96083000601), PRODUCT NO. 960 83 00-05 DECALS 7 1 5 12 10 2 9 8 3 KEY NO. 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 --- PART NO.
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