45-03085 Universal Tow Behind Tiller IMPORTANT! The engine is shipped without oil. Oil must be added before starting the engine. See Engine Maintenance on page 9 of this manual for instructions. • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustment • Repair Parts CAUTION: Read Rules for Safe Operation and Instructions Carefully the fastest way to purchase parts FORM NO. 40907 rev. (06/01/09) Printed in U.S.A. 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES..............................................................3 ASSEMBLY......................................................................4 OPERATION.................................................................5-7 MAINTENANCE............................................................8-9 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT.................................10-11 STORAGE......................................................................11 TROUBLESHOOTING...................................................12 REPAIR PARTS.........................................................13-15 PARTS ORDERING/SERVICE.........................Rear Cover CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules.• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for • and using your tiller. Follow the instructions under • MAINTENANCE and STORAGE sections of this Owners Manual. Congratulations on your purchase of a tow behind tiller. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly. Always observe the SAFETY RULES. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS OIL (20 oz. Capacity): Above 32 F: SAE 20 Below 32 F: SAE 5W30 TILLING GROUND SPEED: Approx. 2 MPH TILLING WIDTH: 36 in. TILLING TINE SPEED: 230 RPM MODEL NUMBER: 45-03085 SERIAL NUMBER:_____________________________ DATE OF PURCHASE:__________________________ THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER WILL BE FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE ATTACHED TO THE RIGHT HAND CHASSIS. YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. 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 muffler is available at your nearest authorized engine service center. safety rules important Warnings, Cautions and Notes are a means of attracting attention to important or critical information in this manual. look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. it means — attention! become alert! your safety is involved training Read Assembly and Service instructions carefully. Be • thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Never allow children to operate the machine. Do not • allow adults to operate the machine without proper instruction. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, • particularly small children and pets. preparation Check the fuel and lubrication before starting the • engine. Do not fill the gasoline tank indoors when the engine is running or while the engine is still hot. Wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine. Inspect the area to be tilled. Remove glass, wire, • metal objects, large sticks and stones. Avoid underground pipes and wiring. Have a complete working knowledge of your tractor • and know how to handle your tractor with a tiller or other attachment attached. Operation Give complete and undivided attention to the job at • hand. Operate the tiller in daylight or good artificial light. Personal injury may result from contact with the tines • or debris thrown by this machine. Therefore, always stay a safe distance away from tines. Stop the tiller engine when leaving your tiller • unattended. Check before each use for loose fasteners or parts.• Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug lead • wire before cleaning tines, removing obstacles or making adjustments unless specifically told by the instructions to leave the engine running. Never place hands or feet under or into rotating parts • or concealed areas. Keep hands and feet clearly away from tine elements, belts, pulleys, etc., while engine is running. Wear substantial shoes and eye protection while • using tiller. Never attempt to make a maintenance adjustment • except on the carburetor while engine is running. Do not run the engine indoors; carbon monoxide • fumes are dangerous to inhale. Never operate machine without proper guards, plates • or other safety protective devices in...