OWNER'S MANUAL MODELNO. HDF550L 5 HP26 Inch Tiller Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • 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 Poulan 181102 Rev. 2 2.14.02 rad/TR PRINTED IN U.S.A.
SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR WALK-BEHiND POWERED ROTARY TILLERS A TRAINING • Keep children and pets away. • Read the Owner's Manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know howto stopthe unitand disengagethe controls quickly. Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction. • Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY: 3 Quarts (2.8L) Unleaded Re_lular OIL (API-SF-SJ): (Capacity: 20 oz./0.6L) _PARK PLUG: SAE 30 (Above 32°F/0°C) SAE 5w-30(Below 32°F/0°C) CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • • Read and observe the safety rules. Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, cadng for and using your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Customer Responsibilities" 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 (See Fig. 2) & INSTALL HANDLE INSTALL • when handling or disposing of cartoning CAUTION: material. Becarefulofexposedstaples I& • IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE(S). • Cut cable ties securing handles. • Slowlylitt handleassembly up, routecable(s) as sbown and align handle holes with handle panel hole and slot. • Loosely assemble hardware as shown.
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 controlsand 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.
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 for over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER TILLING Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and oil or attempting to start engine.
OPERATION TO TRANSPORT ADD GASOLINE • ]_ ing, allow tiller engine and muffler to cool. Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain AUTION:from Before lifting or transportgasoline fuel tank. Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life.) IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F (0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN, WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.
OPERATION You will find tillingmuch 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 aboutfaces. Second, the tiller won't be pulling itself,and you, toward the row next to it. NOTE: If at a high altitude (3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level SERVICE I_ DATES V' Change Engine Oil <2 Oil Pivot Points V' Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler Inspect Air Screen I_' I_ - Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge Clean Engine Cylinder Fins I_' Replace Spark Plug 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES i 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 debds. Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause bums.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER TRANSMISSION Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. Inspect pedodically and replace if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection. Replace if damaged. Your transmission is sealed and will not require lubdsaUon unless serviced.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TINE OPERATION CHECK (See Fig. 19) TO REMOVE • from spark plug to prevent starting while WARNING: Disconnectsparkplugwire checking tine operation. & • • • For proper tine operation, forward tine control lever must be against control body and all slack removed from inner wire of control cable when control is in the =OFF (up) position. If lever and cable are loose, loosen cable clip at lower end of cable.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS E NGIN E FORWARD MOTION (INSIDE) V-BELT ENGINE PULLEY / L TO ADJUST TRANSMISSION PULLEY BELT GUIDE The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, engine pedormance can be affected by differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load.
STORAGE Immediately prepareyourtillerforstorageattheendofthe ENGINE OIL season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. A Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean oU. (See "ENGINE" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). CAUTION: 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 pROBLEM POINTS CAUSE Will not start Hard to start Less of power 1. Out of fuel. 2. 3. 4. 5. Engine not =CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. Dirty air cleaner. Water in fuel. 6. 7. Clogged fuel tank. Loose sparkplug wire. 6. 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. 4. 5. 6.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER HANDLE HDF550L ASSEMBLY 1 2 16 I 3 € 4 3 5 28 1 7 I I 8 I I I / I n I I 10 9 13 12 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 180814X4_ _140512 9266R 166376 7368O50O 19111116 19121414 74760516 74760512 1OO4050O 7322O5OO 980001_ Panel Pnt Control 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.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER BELT GUARD AND PULLEY HDF550L ASSEMBLY 29 11 12 14 15 25 16 24 32 23 1B 21 KEY NO. 1 2 3 PART NO. 18O377 9484R 86777 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 74610812 7366O6O0 19131316 2009J 180323 74760628 156705X428 19091016 104213X 72140406 133035 2614,.I 12(X)0028 2649M 151236 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION Assembly, Bracket, Belt Guard Clip, Cable Screw, Hex, Washer Hd., Slotted, Thd.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE HDF550L ASSEMBLY 9 7 6 1 2 10 2 11 4 < 7 21 17 19 20 2O 19 18 16 17 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 PART NO. 9194R 74760520 74760512 7322O5OO 10040500 738(X)600 4921H 1952J 122233X 326J 74780628 1951J KEY NO. DESCRIPTION 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 Locknut, w/washer 3/8-16 Clip, Hairpin Support, Depth Stake, R.H.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER HDF550L ITNE ASSEMBLY 2 1 / 3 2 I,, 4 6 6 6 I 6 KEY NO. 1 2 3 PART NO. 156934 3146R 156932 DESCRIPTION KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION Tine, Outer, R.H. Retainer, Spring Tine, Inner, R.I-I. 4 5 6 156931 156933 4929H Tine, Inner, L.H. Tine, Outer, L.H.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER HDF550L TRANSMISSION 3 5 6 11 14 14 14 15 11 12 KEY NO. 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 11 12 PART NO. 74760524 74780652 19131311 738OO6OO 9057R428 165835 194&J 74760544 176112 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. Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 2-3/4 Transmission KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER HDF550L DECALS 6 j2 11 9 10 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 --- PART NO. 157377 15738O 157378 141914 141907 176391 171077 141906 157381 171078 162215 181102 181103 DESCRIPTION Decal, Logo Decal, Logo Decal, HP, Reverse Decal, Reverse, Tine Control Decal, Hand Placement Decal, Eng. Tiller Decal, OHV. N-I/C Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines Decal, Hvy Duty Decal, Rewind Intek Decal, Tine Shield Wrng.
LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in matedals and workmanship. For a period oftwo (2) years from date of purchase bythe original consumer purchaser, we willrepairor replace, at ouroption, 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.
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