Front Tine Models 3365_3365B_3365K_3365KPS_3365CE_3365PS_R3355H_3365PSCE INTROdUCTION ThANk YOU . . . for purchasing an Earthquake® forward rotating front tine rototiller from Ardisam, Inc. We have worked to ensure that this front tine rototiller meets high standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your rototiller will provide many years of service.
• Do not allow children to operate this rototiller. Keep small children away from the area being tilled. Do not allow adults to operate the tiller without proper instruction. PREPARATION • Dress appropriately when operating the tiller. Always wear sturdy footwear.
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• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running. OPERATION • Do not operate the tiller under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Never operate the tiller without guards, covers, and hoods in place.
Should any of the safety labels become unreadable because of being worn, faded, or otherwise damaged during the use of your tiller, please use the part number information provided to order a replacement label from your local authorized dealer.
UNPACkING ANd ASSEMBLY UNPACk TILLER & ASSEMBLE 1. Open top of carton and remove handlebar assembly. 2. Find parts packet. Parts packet for 3365/3365B/3365K/3365CE contains: 6- 5/16-18 x 1-3/4” bolts 6- 5/16” spring lockwashers 2- hand knobs 4- locknuts 2- 1/2” push nuts...
Front Tine Models 3365_3365B_3365K_3365KPS_3365CE_3365PS_R3355H_3365PSCE FEATURES (65/65B/65CE/65k) The advantage of the EARThQUAkE® BAdGER™ gear drive rototiller over other front tine tillers is the exclusive unfolding and flexible drag bar. This gives the Earthquake® Badger™ gear drive tiller its stability and versatility.
ENGINE AT ThIS TIME. STARTING ANd OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE GIvEN ON PAGE 10. PLEASE REAd ThIS SECTION ANd ALL OPERATING ANd SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE STARTING YOUR TILLER. • AS A SAFETY PRECAUTION, ThE dRIvE SAFETY CONTROL LEvER WILL NOT LOCk IN ThE FORWARd POSITION.
1. Move throttle lever to START position. 2. Pull starting rope out rapidly until engine starts. Allow rope to return normally. Repeat until engine starts. 3. Adjust throttle speed to HIgH for best tiller action. Page 10 OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS ANd PARTS...
Raising depth regulator lever too high can result in loss of control of tiller! 2. Move the throttle control to FAST. 3. Place the tiller in motion by pushing down on the drive safety control lever; this will engage the tines. 800-45-6007...
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 unit.
ChECk BELT TENSION Belt tension may decrease over time. It must be adjusted within the first half hour of operation and checked after every two hours of operation. Proper adjustment will assure long belt life. Too much or too little belt tension will cause premature belt failure. To check and adjust the forward belt tension: 1.
IF dEBRIS BLOCkS ThE COOLING SYSTEM OR ROTATING SCREEN. NEvER RUN ENGINE WIThOUT COMPLETE AIR CLEANER INSTALLEd ON ENGINE. CAUTION dO NOT OPERATE TILLER BEFORE REAdING ThE ENGINE MANUAL PROvIdEd IN ThE PARTS PACkET. WARNING TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER ANd NEARBY AREAS MAY ExCEEd 150°...
STORAGE PREPARE FOR STORAGE Follow the steps below to prepare your tiller for storage. Read your engine manual for detailed instructions on preparing the engine for storage. 1. Protect wheels and axles from rust: - Coat the axles lightly with axle grease.
Engine will not stop when throttle control is positioned at stop • See engine manual to check and adjust throttle linkage. Tiller moves forward during starting Tiller is difficult to control when tilling (machine jumps or lurches forward) Belts squeal in neutral...
65/65B/65CE/65k hANdLEBAR PARTS REF. PART # dESCRIPTION 3108A CABLE ASSEMBLY W/FERREL 3170 NUT, PUSH 3/8” DIA. 3262 DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER 3268 LINK, 5-3/4” LONg 3269 HANDLE, TOP 3335 HANDLE, BOTTOM 48406 KNOB, FIVE-STAR 5/16-18 800-45-6007 OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS ANd PARTS Front Tine Models 3365_3365B_3365K_3365KPS_3365CE_3365PS_R3355H_3365PSCE QTY.
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65PS/65kPS hANdLEBAR PARTS REF. PART # dESCRIPTION 1501 BOLT, SOC FLg HEX HD 5/16-18 X 3/4” gR5 2104 NUT, BI-WAY HEX LOCK 3/8-16 3108A CABLE ASSEMBLY W/FERREL 3358 MOUNT, HANDLEBAR 3359 HANDLEBAR WELDMENT BOLT, HH 5/16-18 X 1-1/2” LOCKWASHER, SPRINg 5/16” 53606 NUT, HEX NYLOC 10-24 53607...
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R55h/65PSCE hANdLEBAR PARTS REF. PART # dESCRIPTION 331059 BOLT, HEX W1265v0913 NUT, HEX 3310118 KIT, THROTTLE CONTROL W/HARDWARE 1501 BOLT, SOC FLg HEX HD 5/16- 18 X 3/4” gR5 2104 NUT, BI-WAY HEX LOCK 3/8-16 3108A CABLE ASSEMBLY W/FERREL 3358 MOUNT, HANDLEBAR 3359 HANDLEBAR WELDMENT...
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65_65B__65k_65kPS_65CE_65PS_65PSCE MOTOR MOUNT & hOOd PARTS Page 20 OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS ANd PARTS Front Tine Models 3365_3365B_3365K_3365KPS_3365CE_3365PS_R3355H_3365PSCE not used for 3365K and 3365 KPS GetEarthquake.com Model 65PS, 65B, 65CE drive Pulley MOdEL 65PS_65PSCE_ 65kPS BUMPER 800-45-6007...
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65_65B_65CE_65PS_65kPS_65PSCE MOTOR MOUNT & hOOd PARTS REF. PART # dESCRIPTION 1401 BOLT, HHCS 5/16-18 X 1-1/4” gR5 1407 SPRINg, FORWARD ARM 1413 PULLEY, FORWARD IDLER 1416 PIN, LINK 1418 PIN, COTTER 1714252 WHEEL & TIRE ASSY 11.0 X 1.75 1960519 PUSH NUT 1/2”...
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R55h MOTOR MOUNT & hOOd PARTS Page 22 OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONS ANd PARTS Front Tine Models 3365_3365B_3365K_3365KPS_3365CE_3365PS_R3355H_3365PSCE GetEarthquake.com MOdEL R55h BUMPER 800-45-6007...
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R55h MOTOR MOUNT & hOOd PARTS REF. PART # dESCRIPTION 1407 SPRINg, FORWARD ARM 1413 PULLEY, FORWARD IDLER 1416 PIN, LINK 1418 PIN, COTTER 1714252 WHEEL & TIRE ASSY 11.0 X 1.75 1960519 PUSH NUT 1/2” DIA. 2108 NUT, NON-LOCKINg 3/8-16 3128 SHIELD, TINE 3130A...
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TINES & TRANSMISSION PARTS REF. PART # dESCRIPTION 1511 BOLT, SFHH 1/4-20 X 7/8” 1601 BEARINg, TAPERED (includes cone & race) 1701 KEY, HALF MOON 1/4 X 1” 1810 SNAP RINg, EXTERNAL 3116 gEAR, BRASS 1” ID 3122 SHAFT, DRIVE 3179 PULLEY, SINgLE gROOVE 3205W...
1-YEAR LIMITEd WARRANTY Terms and Conditions Ardisam, Inc., a manufacturing company, warrants this EARThQUAkE® FRONT TINE ROTOTILLER to be free from defects in the material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. During the one-year warranty of this product, Ardisam will furnish 100% parts and labor to correct any defect caused by faulty material or workmanship.
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