Item #LF20212RTG2 Model #1009682409 USE AND CARE GUIDE 20 INCH 212 cc Forward/Reverse Rear Gearbox Tiller Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to the store, call Customer Service 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., EASTERN 877-527-0313 HOMEDEPOT.COM THANK YOU We appreciate the trust and confidence you have placed in Legend Force through the purchase of this tiller. We strive to continually create quality products designed to enhance your home.
Table of Contents Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 What Is Covered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 What Is Not Covered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Pre-Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Planning Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety (continued) GENERAL SAFETY □ Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of discharge area at all times as the rotating tines can cause injury. □ If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. □ Never operate the tiller without proper shields, guards, control lever or other safety protective devices in place and working.
Safety (continued) GENERAL SAFETY □ Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury. If you feel you are losing your balance, release the control lever immediately and the tine will stop rotating. □ Remove gasoline-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
Safety (continued) GENERAL SAFETY □ Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the tines and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Do not modify engine. □ To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify engine in any way. Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds. Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor.
Warranty 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY WHAT IS COVERED From the date of original purchase, Legend Force warrants to the original purchaser that each lawn and garden product sold, shall be free from defect in material and workmanship for the items and time period set forth below. Legend Force, at its discretion, agrees to repair or replace any defective part that upon examination, inspection, and testing by a Legend Force authorized service dealer, is found to be defective within the original warranty period.
Warranty (continued) 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY • Maintenance: This warranty does not apply to tune-ups or routine maintenance and does not cover any adjustments or repairs not performed by an authorized repair facility.
Pre-Assembly PLANNING ASSEMBLY Place box on a level surface. Remove all items from box. Make sure all items listed on the package contents list are included and not damaged. TOOLS REQUIRED 了 wrench Funnel HARDWARE INCLUDED 色 NOTE: Hardware not shown to actual size.
Assembly 1 D Assembling the Depth Regulator NOTICE: This tiller is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Fill up the gasoline and oil BEFORE operating your machine. □ Insert the depth regulator (C) through the protective shields (D) opening into the top of the depth regulator bracket with handle facing to the rear. GG □ Insert depth regulator clevis pin (EE) through the depth regulator bracket. Then insert the cotter pin (FF) to secure.
Assembly (continued) 4 Assembling the Wheels □ Insert the wheel (B) through the axle on the tiller body. Then place the clevis pin (LL) through the hole on the wheel through the axle to secure the wheel in place. Place the cotter pin (FF) to lock in place. See Figure 1-4. Tiller Body Tiller Body AA B F Figure 1-5 BB 6 FF Assembling the Tines □ Insert tines (E) on each side through the tine axle located on the rear of the tiller.
Assembly (continued) 7 Check Tire Pressure □ (Models with pneumatic tires) Check the air pressure in both tires before each use. The air pressure should be between 25 PSI and 30 PSI (pounds per square inch). □ If the air pressure is lower than 25 PSI, inflate the tires air pressure with air pump. □ Keep both tires equally inflated to help prevent machine from pulling to one side.
Operation Adding Gasoline and Oil □ We recommend the use of 10W-30 oil. Other high-quality detergent oils are acceptable if classified for service SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher. □ Do not use special additives. WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and any other sources of ignition.
Operation (continued) 2 Controls and Features DEPTH REGULATOR □ In hard compacted soil, it helps restrain the tiller's forward motion. In looser soil, it controls how deeply the tines can dig into the ground. RECOIL STARTER □ The recoil starter is attached to the right side of the upper handle. Stand behind the unit and pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit. TINES □ Tines are rotating metal blades that dig into the soil.
Operation (continued) 3 □ 4 Pre-Start Inspection Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts and Starting the Tiller □ The controls required to start and run the tiller are located on the engine and are marked with the icon for choke, slow and fast for the throttle, and on/off fuel valve. Location for these controls can be found on the controls and features page. bolts are secure. □ Check oil level in engine crankcase. Add oil if necessary. □ Check the fuel supply.
Operation (continued) 5 Shutting Down the Tiller WARNING: Temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed 150˚F. Avoid these areas. Do not move choke control to stop engine, backfire or engine damage may occur. To stop wheels and tines at any time, release drive safety control levers to neutral position. Always release drive safety control levers to neutral position AND STOP THE ENGINE before adjusting the depth of the regulator lever.
Operation (continued) 8 □ 9 Control Gear Box Handle Height and Left/Right Adjustment □ To adjust the handle height just loosen the up/down lever lock (DD) and push handle up or down to the required height. Then tighten the up/down lever lock (DD). See Figure 1-14. The gear box is located on the tiller frame.
Operation (continued) 10 Wire Tension Adjustment 11 □ Proper wire tension is critical to good performance. After 1/2 hour of operation, all cables may have to be adjusted. After using the tiller for the first time check tension after every 2 hours of operation. □ The key to successful tilling is to begin with a shallow cut on the first pass, and then work an inch or two deeper on each successive pass. □ Tilling depth will vary with ground conditions.
Maintenance Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. □ Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with light oil (or motor oil). If wheels are removed for any reason, lubricate surface of the axle bolt and inner surface of the wheel with light oil. □ The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from warranty, operator must maintain the string trimmer as instructed here.
Maintenance (continued) MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE □ Your tiller has been designed and produced by the industry’s leading manufacturer of outdoor power equipment to provide you with years of reliable operation. Keeping your tiller in top running condition will prolong its life, and help you obtain optimum performance. □ Please read this normal care schedule, and note the recommended care operating intervals to extend the life of your tiller.
Maintenance (continued) CHECK OR FILL ENGINE CRANKCASE Dipstick □ Add oil. Do not overfill. Use a clean, high quality detergent oil. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Oil level must be full. □ Check the oil level by removing oil fill plug. Oil level should be up to the bottom of the fill plug opening. DIPSTICK □ Always check oil level before starting engine. IMPORTANT: Engine is shipped from factory without oil. You must add engine oil before starting engine.
Care, Cleaning and Storage STORAGE: When preparing the Tiller for storage, allow the unit to cool for 30 minutes then follow the guidelines below. STORAGE TIME Less than 2 months 2 months to 1 year PRIOR TO STORING Check Air filter, clean if necessary. Drain gasoline from tank and dispose of it in a suitable container according to state and local ordinances. Do NOT store tiller outdoors, to prevent corrosion and engine damage from rain. Check Air filter, clean if necessary.
Troubleshooting Problem The engine is difficult to start Cause □ Out of fuel □ The air filter is clogged □ The fuel is contaminated Solution □ Add fresh fuel □ Turn the engine switch on □ Press the primer bulb 3 to 6 times until fuel flow is felt □ Move the choke lever to the ON position □ Attach spark plug wire to the spark plug □ Remove spark plug, inspect, clean or replace as necessary □ Take the tiller to an authorized service center to service the carburetor □ Remove and clean the air filter □ Drain
Service Parts Part Description AA BB Wheel Air cleaner Assy Quantity Part Description Quantity 2 1 CC Recoil 1 DD Tines 2 Tine Wheel Recoil Air Filter Assembly 23 HOMEDEPOT.COM Please contact 1-877-527-0313 for further assistance.
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