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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PRRT
REAR TINE TILLER
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
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900
Do Not Throw Away
WARNING:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warn-
ings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure
to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry.
11.08.11 SR
Printed in U.S.A.
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- Page 1 IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: WARNING: PRRT Read this Man u al and follow all Warn- ings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry. REAR TINE TILLER ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulanpro.com Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
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Page 2: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Ro ta ry Tillers TRAINING • Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate. • Read the Manual care ful ly. Be thor ough ly fa mil iar with •... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity: 2.9 Quarts (2,7L) • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Unleaded Reg u lar and using your tiller. OIL (API:SG-SL): SAE 30 Above 32°F/0°C • Follow instructions under “Maintenance”... -
Page 4: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. - Page 5 ASSEMBLY UNPACKING CARTON (See Fig. 2) • Grasp handle assembly. Hold in “up” position. Be sure handle lock remains in gearcase notch. Slide handle assembly into position. CAUTION: Be careful of exposed sta ples when handling or disposing of cartoning material. HANDLE ASSEMBLY "UP"...
- Page 6 ASSEMBLY CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig. 6) • Insert end of shift rod into hole of shift lever indicator. • Insert hairpin clip through hole of shift rod to secure. SHIFT HAIRPIN SHIFT LEVER CLIP INDICATOR Fig. 6 REMOVE TILLER FROM CRATE •...
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Page 7: Operation
OPERATION KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. - Page 8 OPERATION The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
- Page 9 OPERATION • When you have completed your turn-around, release ADD GASOLINE the tine control and lower handle. Place shift lever in • Fill to within 1/2" of top of fuel tank to prevent spills and till position and move throttle control to de sired speed. to allow for fuel expansion.
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Page 10: Operation
OPERATION NOTE: A warm engine requires less choking to start. • Soil conditions are important for proper tilling. Tines will • Move throttle control to desired running position. not readily penetrate dry, hard soil which may con trib ute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller. •... -
Page 11: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE SERVICE DATES REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Oil Pivot Points Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler Inspect Air Screen Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge Clean Engine Cylinder Fins Replace Spark Plug RH Gear Case Grease Fitting (1oz.) 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. -
Page 12: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except car bu re tor adjustment) to prevent accidental start ing of engine. Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Re move fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance. - Page 13 MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 18) Your engine is air cooled. For proper engine performance and long life keep your engine clean. • Clean air screen frequently using a stiff-bristled brush. • Keep cylinder fins, levers, and linkage free of dirt and chaff.
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Page 14: Service & Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into contact with plug. TILLER TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 19) Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions. Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil. CLEVIS PIN •... -
Page 15: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE GROUND DRIVE BELT GROUND DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 21 and 22) (See Fig. 22) • Remove belt guard (See “TO REMOVE BELT GUARD” For proper belt tension, the extension spring should have in this section of this manual). about 5/8"... - Page 16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TINE REPLACEMENT (See Figs. 23, 24 and 25) • To maintain the superb tilling performance of this ma chine the tines should be checked for sharpness, wear, and bending, particularly the tines which are CAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear next to the transmission.
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Page 17: Service & Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO AD JUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and ad just ment should not be necessary. However, engine per for mance can be affected by dif fer enc es in fuel, tem per a ture, al ti tude or load. -
Page 18: Storage
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the ENGINE OIL season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of this man ual). WARNING: Never store the tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a build ing CYLINDER(S) -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. -
Page 20: Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate- rials and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.
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