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Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

MODEL RT8 & RT8S

REAR TINE TILLERS

Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product!

Your Tiller was designed and built to provide

long and satisfactory service. Study this manual

carefully BEFORE operating the Tiller and pay

particular attention to the Important Safety

Instructions below. Keep in mind that a Tiller,

like any other mechanical device, can be poten-

tially dangerous if used improperly. Following

the instructions in this and the engine manual

will help you continue to enjoy the trouble-free

operation expected of a SNAPPER.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: This tilling machine is capable of causing personal injury! Failure to observe the following

instructionscould result in serious injuryto the operator or persons in the operational area. CAREFULLY READ

THESE INSTRUCTIONS and be sure to question your SNAPPER Dealer if in doubt about anything. Should the

Dealer not answer to your satisfaction, write or call the SNAPPER Customer Service Department at McDonough,

Georgia, 30253 (Phone: (404) 954-2500).

1. Become thoroughly familiar with all controls and learn how to STOP tine rotation quickly in preparation for

emergencies.

2. Never allow children or immature, uncoordinated or inexperienced persons to operate your Tiller.

3. Keep everyone safely away from the area being tilled.

4. Be especially watchful for children and pets darting intothe area whileoperating.

5. Wear protective clothingand appropriate shoes to provide best footing on uneven terrain.

6. Persons under the influenceof alcohol or drugs MUST NOT be allowed to operate your Tiller.

7. Stay alert, give complete and undividedattention to the job on hand.

8. Fill fuel tank ONLY when engine is STOPPED and NOT HOT. Fill outside where fumes can be safely

dissipated.

9. Make sure clutch is disengaged BEFORE attempting to start.

10. Keep feet, hands and clothingsafely away from tines at ALL times.

11. Disengage the tines and STOP the engine BEFORE making any adjustments, attempting to clean or clear

the tines, or leaving the Operator's positioneven momentarily!

12. Remember to avoid operating the engine in any enclosed area where deadly exhaust fumes could

accumulate.

8WPER DMcDonough, GA., 30253 U.S.A.

MANUAL No. 1-4685 (Rev. 3, 8/93)

Summary of content (8 pages)

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Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual MODEL RT8 & RT8S REAR TINE TILLERS Thank you for buying a SNAPPER product! Your Tiller was designed and built to provide long and satisfactory service. Study this manual carefully BEFORE operating the Tiller and pay particular attention to the Important Safety Instructions below. Keep in mind that a Tiller, like any other mechanical device, can be potentially dangerous if used improperly.
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CLUTCH This manual covers the recommended operating procedures and routine service requirements for the Snapper RT8 & RT8S Rear Tine Tillers. The S designation indicates electric start. Specific details involving the engine are found in the separate engine owner's manual. Study these manuals before operating and keep both handy for future reference. CONTROL TH ROTTLE OPERATING Be thoroughly familiar with all controls and how to use them before operating your tiller.
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HANDLE BAR ADJUSTMENT The handle bar can be moved horizontially from the center position to two positions on each side by pulling the HANDLE RELEASE control rearward and swinging the handle bar to the desired position. Push the HANDLE RELEASE toward the panel to lock in position. The handle bar can be raised or lowered by loosening the bolts with a 9/16" wrench as shown in figure 6.
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GUIDE PI_ TO REVERSE TO FORWARD (A) FIGURE8 -- TINE ROTATION TINE ROTATION TO FORWARD (B) BELT CHANGES • MAKE SURE BELT IS RUNNING TRUE UNDER LITTLE PULLEY, AROUND BIG PULLEY, AND ABOVE GUIDE PIN. SELECTION As received, the tiller is set-up for forward rotation which is best for cultivating and seed bed preparation. In this mode, the tines rotate in the same direction as the driving wheels.
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STANDING TILLERON END TILLER TINES TINE SERVICE: Snapper two-way tines are sharpened on front and rear edges to cut in either directon. Check periodically for freedom of movement of the tine blades and for loose or missing fasteners. The tine blades must be free to pivot on the hub plates. Replace tine blades when badly worn or damaged. Use Snapper #3-2424 tines and #1-4981 Shoulder bolts and 9-0524 Iocknuts for replacement purpose or order complete tine assembly #5-1513.
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DRIVEN DISC DRIVE DISC / ///-_/ #1 FORWARD REVERSE Jl FIG. 13--CLUTCH LOWER ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 15--DISC FORWARD & REVERSE POSITIONS CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT DRIVEN DISC SERVICE To check clutch adjustment, stand tiller on front end. Measure the length of both springs at the end of the control cables then move the CLUTCH CONTROL UP to the handle bar and measure the extended length of both springs, When properly adjusted the springs should extend 1/4 to 1/2 inches when clutch is engaged.
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SERVICE NOTES OFF-SEASON STORAGE Thoroughlyclean all external surfaces and tines before storing the Tiller. The Tiller may be stored on end, however, the following steps must be taken. 1. Drain gasoline engine crankcase details). from fuel oil (refer system and drain the to engine manual for 2. After standing the Tiller on end, check the plugs in the chain case for leakage. After extended period, some grease may seep thru upper bearing races. 3.
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SNAPPER TRACTOR CONVERSION & ACCESSORIES Your Tiller can be converted to an even more versatile garden tool with the addition of the optional Cultivator or Hiller/Furrower Kits. In addition, removal of the tiller head unit (simply disconnect belt and pull clevis pin securing the head to tractor frame) allows using Hauling Tray when tractor unit is fitted with a No. 6-0567 Hitch Adapter. The front mounted Dozer Blade does not require the Hitch Adapter.