ROTARY CULTIVATOR WITH 5.5 HP BRIGGS & STRATTON® ENGINE Model 91959 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our Web site at: http://www.harborfreight.com TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY, READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE. Copyright© 2004 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Item Description Tiller Type Maximum Tilling Depth Maximum Tilling Width 5.5 HP Briggs & Stratton®. Quantum® STE / Vertical Shaft. Displacement: 190cc. Engine Model: 128802. Engine Type: 2325-D1. Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline. Fuel Tank Size: 1.5 Liter (.40 Gal.). EPA Approval: Phase 1. Walk Behind. 11”. 21”. Wheel Size Drive Type Drive Actuation Handle Height Overall Dimensions Weight 11-1/4” Diameter x 2-1/8” Width. Belt Driven. Clutch Drive (Handle Lever Operated). 44-1/4”.
WORK AREA 1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. 2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite flammables. 3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area from debris such as chips and sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the Engine’s Throttle Control (71) does not turn it on or off. Any gasoline powered tool that cannot be controlled with the Engine’s Throttle Control is dangerous and must be replaced. 3. Disconnect the Engine Spark Plug Wire from the Spark Plug before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally. 4.
3. Always use recommended replacement parts. The recommended replacement parts are available from Harbor Freight Tools. 4. Use safety equipment. Always wear ANSI approved safety glasses underneath a full face shield, a dust mask or respirator, and hearing protection. 5. Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements. 6. Keep all spectators at least six feet from the Cultivator during operation. 7. Use the Cultivator only in well ventilated outdoor areas.
2. Keep the Cultivator and surrounding area clean of flammable objects at all times. 3. When spills of fuel or oil occur, they must be cleaned up immediately. Dispose of fluids and cleaning materials as per any local, state, or federal codes and regulations. Store oil rags in a covered metal container. 4. Never store fuel or other flammable materials near the Cultivator. 5. Do not smoke, or allow sparks, flames or other sources of ignition around the Engine and Fuel Tank. Fuel vapors are explosive.
properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment and binding of moving parts, any broken parts or mounting fixtures, and any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician. 3. Make sure to read and understand all instructions and safety precautions as outlined in the Engine manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS 1. WARNING! Operation of this Cultivator and/or Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. (California Health & Safety Code 25249.5, et seq.) OWNER/OPERATOR PRECAUTIONS 1. WARNING! The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
2. The Upper Handle (66) is folded for shipping purposes. Loosen the Grip Handles (67) located on each side of the Upper Handle. Unfold the Upper Handle to its normal working position. Then, firmly retighten each Grip Handle to secure the Upper Handle in place. (See Figure A.) OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Pre-Start Checks: 1.
(to a maximum 11” deep). To do so, remove the two Cotter Pins (39). Remove the two Pin Shafts (38). Raise or lower the Depth Skid (57) to obtain the desired tilling depth. Then, replace the Pin Shafts and Cotter Pins. (See Figure C.) LEFT SIDE VIEW (TO LOWER) RIGHT SIDE VIEW (TO RAISE) DEPTH SKID (57) DEPTH SKID (57) COTTER PIN (39) COTTER PIN (39) PIN SHAFT (38) PIN SHAFT (38) FIGURE C 3. Open the Fuel Valve on the Engine. 4. Turn the Choke Lever on the Engine to its “CHOKE” position. 5.
12. Always keep a safe distance away from the edges and banks of ditches and avoid any actions that might cause the Cultivator to topple over. CLUTCH HANDLE (73) UPPER HANDLE (66) THROTTLE CONTROL (71) OUTER/INNER TINES (37, 50, 40) FIGURE D To Stop The Cultivator: 1. Release your grip on the Clutch Handle (73), and allow it to return to its “NEUTRAL” position. (See Figure D.) 2. Turn the Throttle Control (71) to its “STOP” position. 3. Close the Fuel Valve on the Engine. 4.
3. Before each use, check to make sure the Engine’s oil level is adequate. If necessary, fill the Engine’s Crankcase until the oil level is indicated as “FULL” on the Oil Dipstick. (See Figure B.) 4. Before each use, With a soft brush, vacuum, or compressed air, remove all debris from the Cultivator. Then, use a premium quality, lightweight machine oil to lubricate all moving parts except the Belt (12), Pulley F (3), and Pulley J (31). 5.
PARTS LIST Part # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 16A1 16A2 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 Description Engine (5.
NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available idividually as replacement parts.
