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Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty ’ peratOr anual Pony, Pony ES & Pro-Line FRT Tiller WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
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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 this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
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the spark plug wire and ground it against the Notice Regarding Emissions If the machine should start making an engine to prevent unintended starting. unusual noise or vibration, stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground Engines which are certified to comply with Do not change the engine governor settings it against the engine.
Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • Tiller (1) • Handlebar Support (1) • Handlebar Assembly (1) • Hardware Pack (1) • Operator’s Manual (1) • Engine Operator’s Manual (1) Assembly Gently lift the handlebar (do not overstretch Make sure the handlebar cross-brace is under the attached cables) and place the handlebar the bracket.
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If it cable (heavy red wire). does not return when released contact your local authorized dealer or the TROY-BILT Remove the plastic cover from the positive Technical Service Department for technical battery terminal and attach the positive cable assistance.
Controls & Operation Move the depth regulator lever all the way FORWARD down to the “travel” position, so that the REVERSE Control Control tines clear the ground. To change the depth Knob Lever (Bail) setting, pull back on the depth regulator lever (A) and lift up or down (B), then release the lever to secure in the desired position.
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Gradually move the choke lever (on While driving in reverse the tines will engines so equipped) to the NO also rotate in reverse. See Figure 4-6. CHOKE, CHOKE OFF or RUN position. Leave the Engine Throttle Control Lever in the FAST setting. Recoil Starter If necessary, the electric start engine can be started with the recoil starter rope by following the steps...
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Tilling Tips & Techniques Choosing Correct Wheel and Tine Speeds WARNING! With experience, you will find the tilling depth Before tilling, contact and tilling speed combination that is best for your your telephone or utilities company and garden. inquire if underground equipment or lines are used in your area.
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Loading & Unloading the Tiller • When tilling vertically, try to make the first Power Composting pass uphill as the tiller digs more deeply Power composting simply means tilling through all WARNING! going uphill than it does downhill. In soft soil Loading and manner of organic matter, such as crop residues, or weeds, you may have to lift the handlebars...
Service Maintenance Schedule Check After Before each Every Every Every See Engine first 2 hours 5 Hours 10 Hours 30 Hours Manual Check Motor Oil Level Clean Engine Lubricate Tiller Check Hardware Check Gear Oil Level in Transmission Check Tines for Wear Check Air Pressure in Tires WARNING! •...
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If the gear oil level is low, add gear oil recommended engine maintenance by Removing a Tine Assembly immediately. If the gear oil level is okay, following the storage instructions found in If removing both tine assemblies, mark them securely reinstall the transmission cover. the Engine Operator’s Manual.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Wheels and Tines will not 1. Improper use of controls. 1. Review Controls & Operation Section. turn. 2. Worn or broken clutch belt. 2. Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 3. Internal transmission wear or damage. 3. Contact authorized service dealer. 4.
Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 954-04091 Reverse Drive belt, 3L x 29.125 954-04090 Forward Drive Belt, 4L x 25.375 742-04223 Bolo Tine (LH), 12” 742-04224 Bolo Tine (RH), 12” 934-04232 Wheel, 13 x 5 x 6 946-04414A Reverse Drive Cable 946-04413A Forward Drive Cable 710-05289...
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a separate one- year warranty. respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products...
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