Rear Tine Tiller Operator's Manual

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IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.

MTD PRODUCTS INC P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722

Rear Tine

Tiller

RT65

21A-458B401

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

Warning:

This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-

covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting

applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have

similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized

service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

Operator’s Manual

FORM NO.

770-10085C.fm

(9/99)

Summary of content (20 pages)

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Operator’s Manual Rear Tine Tiller RT65 21A-458B401 IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices................................................................... 3, 4 Loose Parts ...................................................................................................... 5 Assembling Your Tiller ....................................................................................... 6 Know Your Tiller................................................................................................. 8 Operating Your Tiller.....
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SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR TILLER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL— HEED ITS WARNING.
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• If situations occur which are not covered by this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your dealer for assistance. • • CHILDREN • • • • Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of small children. Children are often attracted to the tilling activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Keep children out of the work area and under the watchful eye of a responsible adult other than the operator.
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SECTION 2: LOOSE PARTS Handle Assembly Control Rod NOTE: Cable tie not shown.
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SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLER ATTACHING DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT:The Engine is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, see separate engine manual for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations. • • NOTE: Left and right is determined from the operator’s position, standing behind the tiller.
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NOTE: Do not overtighten clutch cable. Too much tension may cause it to break. Slot Head Screw, Nut, Flat Washers WARNING: Be certain to check the Internally Threaded Tube clutch cable adjustment as instructed on this page before operating the tiller. Secure clutch cable to handle using cable tie. Refer to Figure 7. Cut off excess end of cable tie. ATTACHING THE CONTROL ROD • Plastic Fitting • Figure 4 • ATTACHING THE CLUTCH CABLE .
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Now move the shift lever to FORWARD (Wheels Forward) position. Carefully engage the clutch by lifting the clutch control bail against the handle. The wheels should spin. NOTE: A secondary cable adjustment is available if you reach the point that additional adjustment is needed. Remove the belt cover and move the hex nuts at the other end of the cable towards the end of the casing. Then readjust the hex nuts at the handle.
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CLUTCH CONTROL BAIL DEPTH STAKE The clutch control bail is located below the handle. See Figure 7. Lifting the clutch control bail against the handle engages the wheel and tine drive mechanisms. The depth bar controls the tilling depth. Refer to SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR TILLER on this page. HANDLE ADJUSTMENT NOTE: Never engage clutch lever while shifting. The handle may be adjusted to be raised or lowered in line with the tiller.
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TO OPERATE THE TILLER: • • • Select the depth stake setting. Start engine as instructed on page 9. Move gear selection handle to one of the forward modes or reverse. Use the reverse tine drive when tilling virgin ground, sod or hard soil. Use the forward tine drive when cultivating or tilling soft ground.
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• • • • • CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT Remove the belt cover as described in the belt replacement section on page 12. Remove the hairpin clip and spring washer from the idler pulley rod. See Figure 11. Move the idler pulley rod to the lower hole in the idler bracket. See Figure 11. Replace the spring washer and hairpin clip. Check clearance of the idler pulley rod to the indicator bracket by shifting to each forward mode, as before.
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CLEANING THE TINE AREA Torx Screws Clean the underside of the tine shield after each use. The dirt washes off the tines easier if washed off immediately instead of after it dries. We do not recommend the use of pressure washers to clean your unit. They may cause damage to electric components, spindles, pulleys, bearings, or the engine. The use of pressure washers will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.
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SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30 days, the following steps should be taken to prepare the tiller for storage. • • • • • Clean the exterior of engine and the entire tiller thoroughly. Lubricate the tiller as described in the lubrication instructions. We do not recommend the use of pressure washers to clean your unit. They may cause damage to electric components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine.
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SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 458 14
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MODEL 458 REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 PART NO. 611-0020 611-0021 611-0128 611-0129 617-0058 617-0059 617-0060 617-0061 617-0062 686-0108 710-0376 710-0599 710-0604 710-3008 711-1349 712-0378 712-3004A 713-0367 713-0484 716-0865 717-0853 717-1582 717-1583 717-1584 717-1585 717-1587 717-1594 REF. NO.
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MODEL 458 67 70 2 22 12 15 12 70 60 61 69 68 5 12 17 10 23 18 19 7 20 1 8 3 14 11 6 60 16 61 4 62 37 9 34 27 64 25 21 30 38 39 63 27 26 32 36 33 31 46 42 44 29 66 49 26 30 41 30 24 44 26 40 28 35 50 59 51 65 58 53 55 56 54 57 16
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MODEL 458 REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 PART NO. 747-1152 649-0041 649-0034 710-3005 710-3056 711-0415 712-0379 712-0429 714-0147 720-0313 720-0210A 720-0278A 726-0317 735-0246 736-0117 736-0242 738-0958 784-0190 784-0191 786-0120 747-1219 786-0181 686-0044A 710-0176 710-3008 710-3097 712-0421 736-0169 712-3004A 726-0106 738-0849 747-0432 REF. NO.
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MODEL 458 18 27 46 45 12 9 19 26 6 24 17 1 8 10 25 14 2 11 28 13 20 15 44 21 7 3 40 22 4 23 5 43 42 16 41 39 35 37 36 38 32 33 37 34 31 30 29 18
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MODEL 458 REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 PART NO. 686-0111 710-0237 710-0412 710-0502A 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 710-0591 710-0599 710-0723 712-0266 712-0267 714-0104 736-0104 736-0119 736-0176 736-0271 736-0329 736-0452 738-0876 746-1117 747-1159 754-0434 756-0405 756-0971 756-0972 756-1162 786-0064A DESCRIPTION Belt Cover Brkt. Ass’y Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x .62" Lg. Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x .75" Lg. Hex Wash.TT-Sems Screw 3/8-16 x 1.250" Lg. Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.00 Hex Wash. Hd. S-Tap Scr.
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MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. MTD warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship.