Weed Eater 168126 Tiller User Manual

Assembly
® Operation
o Customer Responsibilities =.
° Service and Adjustments
o Storage
® Troubleshooting
® Repair Parts
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168126 2.15.99 TR
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
TRAINING
* Read the Owners Manual carefully. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage
the controls quickly.
e Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never
allow adults to operate the equipment without proper
instruction.
» Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particu-
larly small children, and pets.
PREPARATION |
» Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all foreign objects.
» Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting the engine (motor).
s Do not operate the equipment without wearing ad-
equate outer garments. Wear footwear that will im-
prove footing on slippery surfaces.
Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
Use an approved fuel container.
Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel
tank indoors.
* Heplace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled
fuel before restarting.
» Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by
the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors
or electric starting motors.
* Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine (motor) is running (except where specifically
recommended by manufacturer).
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OPERATION
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
* Exercise extreme caution when operating on or Cross-
ing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden
hazards or traffic. Do not carry passengers.
* Alter striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor),
remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly in-
spect the tiller for any damage, and repair the damage
before restarting and operating the tiller.
* Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
s if the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
* Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating
position.
* Take all possible precautions when leaving the ma-
chine unattended. Disengage the tines, shift into
neutral, and stop the engine.
* Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the
engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.
Disconnect the cord on electric motors.
* Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are
dangerous. |
* Never operate the tiller without proper guards, plates,
or other safety protective devices in place.
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Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers 4
* Keep children and pets away.
* Do notoverload the machine capacity by attempting to
till too deep at too fast a rate.
* Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery
surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.
* Never allow bystanders near the unit.
° Use only attachments and accessories approved by
the manufacturer of the tiller.
* Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light.
° Be careful when tilling in hard ground. The tines may
catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward. If this
occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the
machine.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
* Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe
working condition, -
* Check shear pins, engine mounting bolts, and other
bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be
sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
* Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside
a building where ignition sources are present, such as
hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the
like. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
* Always refer to the operators guide instructions for
important details ¡f the tiller is to be stored for an
extended period.
- IMPORTANT -
CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS
OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR
CRITICAL INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL.
IMPORTANT: USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE IS A
POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT.
NOTE: Gives essential information that will aid you to
better understand, incorporate, or execute a particular set
of instructions.
Look for this symbol to point out im-
portant safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
CAUTION: Always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where it can-
not contact spark plug in order to pre-
vent accidental starting when setting
up, transporting, adjusting or making
repairs.
The engine exhaust from this product con-
tains chemicals known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of anewltilier. it ~~ PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give
you the best possible dependability and performance. HORSEPOWER: 5.0 HP
Should you experience any problems you cannot easily |
remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service DISPLACEMENT: 12.57 cu. in. (206cc)
center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and
the proper toois to service or repair this unit. GASOLINE CAPACITY: 3 Quarts (2.81)
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will | Unleaded Regular -
enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly.
Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”. OIL(API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30W (Above 32°F/0°C)
(CAPACITY: 20 0z./0.6L) SAE 5W-30 (Below 32°F/0°C)
MODEL
NUMBER WEF500G SPARK PLUG: Champion
SERIAL (GAP: .030"/0.76mm) RJ19LM
NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE | CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE |
FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE ATTACHED TO Read and observe the safety rules. —
THE RIGHT HAND ENGINE BRACKET. s Followa reguiarschedule in maintaining, caring forand
| using your tiller.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER * Follow instructions under “Customer Responsibilities”
AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE | and “Storage” sections of this Owner's Manual
PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. 9 anual.
IMPORTANT: 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 LAWS (IF
AND: FA SPARK ARRESTER IS USED, IT SHOULD BE MAINTAINED IN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY THE
IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, A SPARK ARRESTER IS REQUIRED BY LAW (SECTION 4442 OF THE CALIFORNIA
PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE). OTHER STATES MAY HAVE SIMILAR LAWS. FEDERAL LAWS APPLY ON FEDERAL
LANDS. SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER FOR SPARK ARRESTER.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in
materials and workmanship. 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. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions.
This warranty does not apply to the engine or components paris thereof. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer's
warranty on these items,
Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the
purchaser. Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the
purchaser unless such return is requested by Frigidaire Home Products.
The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of
original purchase.
This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and maintained in
accordance with the instructions furnished. This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to
alteration, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, delivery damage, or to normal wear of the product,
Exclusions: Excluded from this Warranty are belts, tines, tine adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, standard
hardware and normal maintenance.
In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service dealer.
Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please contact:
Frigidaire Home Products in Canada contact:
Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept. Frigidaire Home Products
250 Bobby Jones Expressway 7075 Ordan Drive
Augusta, GA 30909 USA Mississauga, Ontario
L5T 1K6
| giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized
1 dealer from whom it was purchased.
| THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRAN-
i TIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR QUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES. Some areas
[| do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights
1 which vary from locale to locale.
| This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.
|
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,
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard
wrench sizes are listed.
(1) Utility knife
(1) Pair of pliers
(1) Screwdriver
(2) 1/2" wrenches
FRONT
LEFT RIGHT
OPERATOR'S POSITION (See Fig. 1)
When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it
means when you are in the operating position (standing
behind tiller handles).
OPERATOR'S
POSITION
FIGURE 1
— CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
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(2) Hex Bolis 5/16-18 x 3/4 (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (4) Washers
3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (6) Hex Nuts 5/16-18 (6) Lock Washers 5/16
Fig. CARTON 8 INSTALL HANDLE (See
Fig. 2 a.
CAUTION: Be careful of exposed
staples when handling or disposing of
cartoning material,
IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING
TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK
CABLE(S).
e Cut cable ties securing handles.
* The handle may be assembled in high or low position.
Slowly lift handle assembly up and align handle holes
with desired handle panel hole and slot.
s Loosely assemble hardware as shown. Be sure the
shorter (3/4" long) hex bolt is assembled in lower hole
of handle. Repeat for opposite side. Tighten all
hardware securely,
Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid and remove tiller
from skid.
LOCK TILLER
NUT WASHER HANDLE
HANDLE
PANEL ™
HEX BOLT
5/16-18X1"
HEX BOLT
5/16-18X3/4"
FLAT
WASHER
CABLE
TILLER |
HANDLES «
INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY
(See Fig. 3)
* Loosen nut “A”,
« insert stake support between engine bracket halves
with stake spring down.
* Bolt stake support to engine brackets with hex bolts,
lock washers and nuts. Tighten securely. Tighten nut
“A”
> Depth stake must move freely. If it does not, loosen
support bolt.
, ENGINE BRACKET
< 7 HALVES
NX
DEPTH
NUT “A” STAKE
DEPTH STAKE
SUPPORT
AR
STAKE
SPRING
HEX BOLTS,
LOCK WASHERS, SUPPORT
AND HEX NUTS BOLT
FIG. 3
HANDLE HEIGHT
* Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator.
(See “HANDLE HEIGHT” in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual). |
TILLING WIDTH
» Tilling width may be adjusted to better handle your
tilling conditions (See “TINE ARRANGEMENT” in the
Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
TINE OPERATION
* Check tine operation before first use. (See “TINE
OPERATION CHECK” inthe Service and Adjustments
section of this manual).
KNOW YOUR TILLER
READ THIS OWNER'S 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.
STOP
TILLING FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL
OR WARNING — ON OFF
FORWARD TiNE
CONTROL
» CHOKE CONTROL
THROTTLE
CONTROL
DEPTH STAKE
, TINE
SHIELD
7 TINES
RECOIL
STARTER
HANDLE
FIG. 4
MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute,
FORWARD TINE CONTROL - Engages tines in forward DEPTH STAKE - Controls foward speed and the depth at
direction. | which the tiller will dig.
THROTTLE CONTROL - Controls engine speed. RECOIL STARTER HANDLE - Used to start the engine.
CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.
standard safely glasses.
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 over spectacles or
HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER
Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and oil
or attempting to start engine.
STOPPING (See Fig. 5)
TINES
s Release tine control to stop movement.
ENGINE
o Move throttle control to “STOP” position.
» Never use choke to stop engine.
FORWARD TINE FORWARD TINE CONTROL
CONTROL iN "ON IN “OFF” (UP) POSITION
(DOWN) POSITION
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THROTTLE
CONTROL
CHOKE
CONTROLS
FIG. 5
TINE OPERATION (See Fig. 5)
э Squeeze tine control to handie.
TILLING
The speed and depth of tilling is regulated by the position
of the depth stake and wheel height.
The depth stake should always be below the wheels for
digging. It serves as a brake to slow the tillers forward
motion to enable the tines to penetrate the ground. Aiso,
the more the depth stake is lowered into the ground the
deeper the tines will dig.
DEPTH STAKE (See Fig. 6)
Adjust depth stake by removing the hairpin clip and clevis
pin. Change depth stake to desired position. Replace the
clevis pin and hairpin clip.
es Fornormalitiliing, set depth stake at the second or third
hole from the top.
WHEELS (See Fig. 6)
Adjust wheels by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin.
Change wheel position. Replace the hairpin clip and clevis
pin.
» Fornormaltilling, set wheels at the second or third hole
from the top.
HAIRPIN CLIP
AND CLEVIS PIN
DEPTH
SPRING HAIRPIN CLIP
AND CLEVIS PIN
FIG. 6
TRANSPORTING YOUR TILLER
CAUTION: Before lifting or transport-
ing, allow tiller engine and muffler to
à cool. Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain
¥ gasoline from fuel tank.
AROUND THE YARD
* Tip depth stake forward until it is held by the stake
spring.
е Push tiller handles down, raising tines off the ground.
е Push or pull tiller to desired location.
AROUND TOWN
e Disconnect spark plug wire.
« Drain fuel tank.
* Transport in upright position to prevent oil leakage.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
IMPORTANT: BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT
TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING
Oil. OR FUEL. USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE
IN APPROVED, CLEAN, COVERED CONTAINERS. USE
CLEAN FiLL FUNNELS.
FILL ENGINE WITH OIL (See Fig. 7)
э With engine level, remove engine oil filler plug.
» Fill engine with oii to point of overflowing. For approxi-
mate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on
page 3 of this manual.
» Tilt tiller back on its wheels and then re-level.
о With engine level, refiil to point of overfiowing if neces-
sary. Replace oil filler plug.
e For cold weather operation you should change oil for
easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the
Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).
e Tochange engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-
ties section of this manual.
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OIL . OL
LEVEL | | -
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OIL
FILLER
| PLUG
FIG. 7
ADD GASOLINE
e Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon
and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life.)
IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES
BELOW 32°F (0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN, WINTER GRADE
GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
STARTING.
WARNING: Experience indicates that alcoho! biended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before
storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gastank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage section
of this manual for additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products inthe fueltank or permanent
damage may occur.
CAUTION: Fill to within 1/2 inch of top
of fuel tank to prevent spills and to
à allow for fuel expansion. If gasoline is
accidentally spilled, move machine
away from area of spill. Avoid creating
any source of ignition until gasoline
vapors have disappeared.
Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil
or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gaso-
line near an open flame.
TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8)
CAUTION: Keep drive control bar in
“DISENGAGED” position when start-
ing engine.
When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run
out of fuel, it will take extra pulls of the recoil starter to move
fuel from the tank to the engine.
e Make sure spark plug wire is properly connected.
» Move shift ever indicator to “N” (neutral) position.
e Place throttie contro! in “FAST” position.
* Move choke control to full “CHOKE” position. Grasp
recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp tiller
handle with other hand. Pull rope out slowly until
engine reaches start of compression cycle {rope wili
pull slightly harder at this point).
s Pull recoil starter handle quickly. Do not let starter
handle snap back against starter. Repeat if necessary.
e If engine fires but does not start, move choke control to
half choke position. Pull recoil starter handle until
engine starts.
» When engine starts, slowly move choke control to
“RUN” position as engine warms up.
NOTE: A warm engine requires less choking to start.
* Move throttie control to desired running position.
» Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before
engaging lines. :
NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold
temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture
may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See
“TC ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjust-
ments section of this manual.
NOTE: H engine does not start, see troubleshooting points.
— SPARK
PLUG
— CHOKE
CONTROL
THROTTLE
CONTROL
RECOIL STARTER — )
HANDLE
OPERATION
BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER
Break-in your belts, pulleys and tine control before you
actually begin tilling. :
” Start engine, tip tines off ground by pressing handles
down and engage tine control to start tine rotation.
Allow tines to rotate for five minutes.
* Check tine operation and adjust if necessary. See
“TINE OPERATION CHECK” in the Service and Ad-
justments section of this manual.
TILLING HINTS
CAUTION: Untilyouareaccustomedio
handling your tiller, start actual field
use with throttle in slow position (mid-
way between “FAST” and “IDLE”).
To help tiller move forward, lift up the handles slightly (thus
lifting depth stake out of ground). To slow down the tiller,
press down on handles.
If you are straining or tiller is shaking, the wheels and depth
stake are not set properly inthe soil being tilled. The proper
setting of the wheels and depth stake is through trial and
error and depends upon the soil condition. {The harder or
wetter the ground, the slower the engine and tine speed
needed. Underthese poor conditions, atfast speed the tiller
will run and jump over the ground).
A properly adjusted tiller will dig with little effort from the
operator.
э Tiling is digging into, turning over, and breaking up
packed soil before planting. Loose, unpacked soil
helps rootgrowth. Besttilling depthis 4"to 6" (10-15 cm).
A tiller will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation.
The decomposition of this vegetable matter enriches
the soil. Depending on the climate (rainfall and wind),
it may be advisable to till the soil at the end of the
growing season to further condition the soil.
* Soil conditions areimportant for propertilling. Tines will
not readily penetrate dry, hard soil which may contrib-
ute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your
tiller. Hard soil should be moistened before tilling;
however, extremely wet soil will “ball-up” or clump
during tiling. Wait until the soil is less wet in order to
achieve the best results, When tilling in the fall, remove
vines and long grass to prevent them from wrapping
around the tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation.
10
° You will find tilling much easier if you leave a row
untilled between passes. Then go back between tilled
rows. (See Fig. 9) There are two reasons for doing this.
First, wide turns are much easier to negotiate than
about-faces. Second, the tiller won't be pulling itself,
and you, toward the row next to it.
° Set depth stake and wheel height for shallow tilling
when working extremely hard soil or sod. Then work
across the first cuts at normal depth.
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FIG. 9
CULTIVATING
Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to pre-
vent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from
the plants. At the same time, breaking up the upper layer
of soil crust will help retain moisture in the soil. Best
digging depth is 1" to 3" (2.5-7.5 cm).
* YOU Will probabiy not need to use the depth stake.
Begin by tipping the depth stake forward until it is held
by the stake spring.
* Cultivate up and down the rows at a speed which will
aliow tines to uproot weeds and leave the ground in
rough condition, promoting no further growth of weeds
and grass (See Fig. 10). |
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2000)
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FIG. 10
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
SERVICE DATES
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil
Oil Pivot Points
Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffier
Inspect Air Screen
Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge ,
- Clean Engine Cylinder Fins Vv
Replace Spark Plug Y
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To
receive full value from the warranty, operator must main-
tain tiller as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your tiller. |
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of
this manual should be checked at least once each
season..
a Once a year you shouid replace the spark plug, clean
or replace air filter, and check tines and belts for wear.
A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-
tue mixture and help your engine run better and last
onger.
BEFORE EACH USE
s Check engine oil level.
e (Check tine operation.
» Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRICATION CHART").
11
LUBRICATION CHART
* TINE CONTROL
* ENGINE
pa
* IDLER
ARM
* SAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OiL
** REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES “ENGINE” SECTION
BILITIES
accidental starting of engine.
Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent
à Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping
} unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass,
Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns.
dirt, and debris,
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service
classification SF, SG or SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity
grade according to your expected temperature.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
0° 30° 32° 40° i 80°
-20° - 0° 10°
TURE ATED
FIG. 11
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W-30, 10W-30, etc.)
improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
Will result in increased oil consumption when used above
32°F (0°C). Check your engine oil level more frequently to
avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least
once ayearifthe tractoris notusedfor25 hours in one year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add SAE
30 motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oil filler plug securely
each time you check the oil level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 11 and 12)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH.
Be sure tiller is on level surface.
Qil will drain more freely when warm.
Catch oil in a suitable container.
Remove drain plug.
Tip tiller forward to drain oil.
After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely,
* Remove oil filler plug. Be careful not to allow dirt to
enter the engine.
* Refill engine with oil. See “CHECK ENGINE OIL
LEVEL” in the Operation section of this manual.
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# 8 # & &
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FIG. 12
12
AIR CLEANER (See Fig. 13)
Service air cleaner cartridge every twenty-five hours, more
often if engine is used in very dusty conditions.
» Loosen air cleaner screws, one on each side of cover.
* Remove air cleaner cover.
» Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge. Be careful. Do
not allow dirt or debris to fall into carburetor.
o Clean by tapping gently on a flat surface.
« If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.
° Clean and replace cover. Tighten screws securely.
CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such
h askerosene, arenotto be used io clean
à cartridge. They may cause deteriora-
tion of the cartridge. Do not oil car-
fridge. Do not use pressurized air to
ciean or dry cartridge.
AIR
CLEANER
CARTRIDGE
FIG. 13
COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 14)
Your engine is air cooled. For proper engine performance
and long life keep your engine clean. |
e Clean air screen frequently using a stiff-bristled brush.
* Hemove blower housing and clean as necessary.
* Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.
CYLINDER FINS
MUFFLER ~ BLOWER
HOUSING
AIR SCREEN
SIBILIT
MUFELER
Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with
exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters
could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace
if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark
arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for
cleaning and inspection. Replace if damaged.
SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling season
or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first. Spark
plug type and gap setting is shown in “PRODUCT SPECI-
FICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual.
TRANSMISSION
Yourtransmission is sealed and will only require lubrication
if serviced.
CLEANING
* Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.
® Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oil, etc.
* Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your
unit unless the muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered
to keep water out. Waterin engine can resultín a shortened
engine life,
S ERVICE A
contact with plug.
CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into
TILLER
TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 15)
Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height. Se-
lect handle height best suited for your tilling conditions.
Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil.
* [fa higherhandle heightis desired, loosen the four nuts
securing handie panel to engine brackets.
* Slide handle panel to desired location. -
* Tighten the four nuts securely.
ENGINE
HANDLE
PANEL
\—> NUTS (ALSO 2
ON LEFT SIDE
OF TILLER)
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TINE ARRANGEMENT
Your outertines canbe assembled in several different ways
to suit your tilling or cultivating needs.
CAUTION: Tines are sharp. Wear
gloves or other protection when han-
dling tines.
NORMAL TILLING - 24"/61 em PATH (See Fig. 16)
* Assemble holes “A” ín tine hubs to holes “B” in tine
shaft.
CLEVIS
HAIRPIN CLIP
INNER TINE
FIG. 16
ADJUSTMEN
MID-WIDTH TILLING - 22"/56cm PATH (See Fig. 17)
» Assemble holes “A” in tine hubs to holes °C” in tine
shaft. | В
FIG. 17
NARROW TILLING/CULTIVATING ~- 12.75" 32cm PATH
(See Fig. 18)
» Remove outer tines.
TINE CONTROL ___—
“OFF” POSITION
+ A LA тии опти т AA ua RI
Mea A LA LA ALA LA 2x
o bo ны ные на
FINE CONTROL
“ON” POSITION
INNER TINES ONLY
FIG. 18
NOTE: When reassembling outer tines, be sure right tine
assembly (marked “R”) and left tine assembly (marked “L”)
are mounted to correct side of tine shaft.
TINE OPERATION CHECK (See Fig. 19)
Be sure tines do not rotate when engine is running and tine
control is in the “OFF” position.
WARNING: Disconnect sparkplug wire
from spark plug to prevent starting
while checking tine operation.
FINAL CHECK “OFF” POSITION
» With tine control “OFF” (up), push down on handle to
raise tines off the ground.
a Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines.
Tings should not rotate.
о iftines rotate, place loop of idler spring in a tower link
of chain and retest.
FINAL CHECK “ON” POSITION
о With tine control “ON” (held down to handle) push down
on handie to raise tines off the ground.
o Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines.
Tines should rotate forward.
э If tines do not rotate, place loop of idler spring in a
higher link of chain and retest,
NOTE: If “ON” position check required adjustment, re-
check “OFF” position adjustment to insure tines do not
rotate when control is “OFF” (up).
TO
2
FIG. 19
REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 20)
‘Remove cap nut and washer from side of belt guard.
Loosen (do not remove) tine shield nut on underside of
tine shield and cap nut on top of belt guard.
Pull belt guard out and away from unit.
Replace belt guard by reversing above procedure. Be
sure slot in bottom of belt guard is under head of tine
shield bolt and all nuts are tightened securely.
SHIELD
BELT GUARD
BELT REPLACEMENT
TO REPLACE V-BELT (See Fig. 21) * Install new V-beltto engine pulleyfirst then to transmis-
Replace V-belt if it has stretched considerably or if it has sion pulley. Be sure belt is positioned on inside groove
cracks or frayed edges. of both pulleys, inside all belt guides and rests on idler
Belt guard must be removed to service belt. See “TO pulley.
REMOVE BELT GUARD” in this section of manual. CHECK TINE OPERATION
BELT REMOVAL * See “TINE OPERATION CHECK” in this section of
« Remove V-belt from transmission pulley first and then manual.
from engine pulley. REPLACE BELT GUARD
ENGINE PULLEY -
> TRANSMISSION
PULLEY
BELT \ v-BELT
GUIDE
IDLER
PULLEY
FIG. 21
ENGINE
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
The carburetor has a high speed fixed jet and has been
preset at the factory and adjustment should not be neces-
sary, However, minor adjustments may be required to
compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or
load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, see engine
manual,
IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE
GOVERNOR, WHICH 18 FACTORY SET FOR PROPER
ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE
THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE
DANGEROUS, IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED
HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR
NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/
DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS THE PROPER EQUIPMENT
AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY
ADJUSTMENTS.
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immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the
season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.
CAUTION: Never store the tiller with
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark. Allow the engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.
TILLER
e Clean entire tiller (See “CLEANING” in the Customer
Responsibilities section of this manual).
» Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-
placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual).
» Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities
section of this manual. Ce
e Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely
fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage
and wear. Replace if necessary.
» Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand
lightly before painting.
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM
DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL
SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR, FUEL
FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE.
ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL
BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING
ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE
WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF
ACIDS DURING STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE
THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.
e Drain the fuel tank.
« Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty.
es Neveruse engine or carburetor cleaner products inthe
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
e Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor-
age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do
not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.
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ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean oil.
(See “ENGINE” inthe Customer Responsibilities section of
this manual). |
CYLINDER(S)
® Remove spark plug.
* Pour 1 ounce (29 mi) of oil through spark plug hole into
cylinder,
Pull starter handle slowly severaltimes to distribute oil.
* Replace with new spark plug.
OTHER
Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
» Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.
e If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it to give
protection from dust and dirt.
e Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and
will cause your unit to rust.
IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.
CORRECTION
PROBLEM CAUSE
Will not start 1, Qut of fuel. 1. FIL fuel tank.
| 2. Engine not “CHOKED" properly. 2300 “TOS TARTENGINE" inthe-Operation section.
3. Engine fiooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.
4, Dirty air cleaner. 4. Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge.
5. Water in fuel. 5. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with
fresh gasoline.
6. Clogged fuel tank. 6. Remove fuel tank and clean.
7. Loose spark plug wire. 7. Make sure spark plug wire is seated properiy on plug.
8. Bad spark plug or improper gap. 8. Replace spark plug or adjust gap.
9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 9. Make necessary adjustments,
Hard to start 1. Throttle control not set property. 1. Place throtile control in “FAST” position.
2. Dirty air cleaner. 2. Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge.
3. Bad spark plug or improper gap. 3. Replace spark plug or adjust gap.
4, Stale or dirty fuel. 4. Drain fuel tank and refilt with fresh gasoline.
5. Loose spark piug wire. 5. Make sure spark plug wire is seated properly on plug.
6. Carburetor out of adjustment. 6. Make necessary adjustments.
Loss of power 1. Engine is overloaded. 1. Set depth stake and wheels for shallower tilling.
2. Dirty air cleaner. 2. Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge.
3. Low oil level/dirty oil. 3. Check oil level/change oil.
4. Faulty spark plug. 4. Clean and regap or change spark plug.
5. Oil in fuel. 5. Drain and clean fuei tank and refili, and ciean
carburetor.
6. Stale or dirty fuel. 6. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gascline.
7. Water in fuel. У. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, and refill tank with
fresh gasoline.
8. Ciogged fuel tank. 8. Remove fuel tank and clean,
9. Spark plug wire loose, 9. Connect and tighten spark piug wire.
10. Dirty engine air screen. 10. Clean engine air screen.
1%. Dirty/clogged muffier. 11. Clean/replace muffler.
12, Carburetor out of adjustment. 12. Make necessary adjustments.
13. Poor compression. 13. Contact an authorized service center/department.
Engine overheats 1. Low oil level/dirty oil. 1, Check oil level/change oil.
2. Dirty engine air screen. 2. Clean engine air screen.
3. Dirty engine. 3, Clean cylinder fins, air screen, muffler area.
4, Partially plugged muffier, 4. Remove and clean muffler.
5. Improper carburetor adjustment. 5. Adjust carburetor to richer position.
Excessive bounce/ 1. Ground too dry and hard. 1. Moisten ground or wait for more favorable soil
difficult handling conditions.
| 2. Wheeis and depth stake incorrectly adjusted, 2. Adjust wheels and depth stake.
Soil bails up or clumps 1. Ground too wet. 1. Wait for more favorable soil conditions.
Engine runs but. tiller T. Tine control is not engaged. 1, Engage tine control.
won't move 2. V-belt not correctly adjusted. 2. Inspect/adjust V-belt.
3. V-belt is off puliey(s). 3. Inspect V-belt. |
Engine runs but labors :} 1. Tilling too deep. 1. Set depth stake for shallower tilling.
when tilling 2. Throttle control not properly adjusted. 2. Check throttle control setting.
3. Carburetor out of adjustment. 3. Make necessary adjustments,
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HANDLE ASSEMBLY
4
KEY
NO.
== =
РО — ONO
PART
NO.
137176X550
72140512
73680500
19111116
151473
9266R
74760524
164937
8206H
3067J
3070J
DESCRIPTION
Bracket, Handie |
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 UNC x 1-12
Locknut, Crown 5/16-18 |
Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga.
Handle, L.H.
Grip, Handle
Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18
Lever Clutch
Grip Handle
Cable Asm Clutch
Spring
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KEY PART
NO.
13
14
15
16
17
18
18
20
22
23
NO.
19121414
74760516
74760512
10040500
73220500
08000129
72140506
9209R550
151474
19131312
TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER WEF500G
DESCRIPTION
Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
Bolt, Hex Hd. 5/16-18 x 1
Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4
Washer, Lock 5/16
Nut, Hex 5/16-18
Nut, Flanged 5/16-18
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 Gr. 5
Panel, Mandie |
Handie, R.H.
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.
NOTE: Alicomponentdimensions are givenin U.S: inches.
1 inch = 25.4 mm
TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER
BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY
KEY PART
NO.
O O NA
10
12
13
NO.
23230506
130812
74610812
17490440
165770
165503
139155
165768X550
109227X
9180R
12000028
DESCRIPTION
Screw, Set 5/16-18 x 3/8
Sheave, Engine
Bolt, Hex 1/2-20 x 3/4
. Bolt Thd Roller 1/4-20 X 2-1/2
Shield inner Guard Belt
Screw Hex Wsh Hd 48-18 x 1/2
Spacer Split .523 x .718 x 2
Guard, Belt
Pad, Idler
V-Belt Drive
Ring, Retainer
KEY PART
NO.
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
25
NO.
151223
165504
12000036
73350600
161806
162290
74760620
106968X
73350500
WEF500G
DESCRIPTION
Sheave, Transmission
Nut J Clip #8
Ring, Klip
Nut, Hex, Jam 3/8-16
Pulley, Idler
Arm, Idier |
Bolt, Hex 3/8-16x 1-1/4
Shaft, idler Arm
Nut, Hex, Jam 5/16-18
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.
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TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER WEF500G
WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY
KEY PART | KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION | NO, NO. DESCRIPTION
1 9194R Pin, Clevis 15 53884 Spring, Stake
2 74760520 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 16 121117X Bolt, Shoulder
3 74760512 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4 17 9188R Wheel | |
4 73220500 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 18 19131311 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 Ga.
5 10040500 - Washer, Lock 5/16 © 19 91908 Bracket, Wheel
6 73800600 Locknut, wiwasher 3/8-16 20 73680600 Locknut Crown 3/8-16
7 4921H Clip, Hairpin 21 74760516 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1
8 1952J Support, Depth Stake, R.H. 22 73800500 Locknut, w/insert 5/16-18
9 122233X Stake, Depth
10 326. Pin, Clevis |
11 74780628 Bolt, Hex, Fin 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.
13 1951 Support, Depth Stake, L.H. 1 inch = 25.4 mm
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REPAIR PARTS
TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER WEF500G
TINE ASSEMBLY
KEY PART ~~ KEY PART В
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 156926 . Tine, Outer, R.H. | 4 156923 Tine, Inner, L.H.
2 3146R Retainer, Spring 5 156925 Tine, Outer, L.H.
3 156924 Tine, Inner, RH. | 6 4929H Pin, Clevis
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REPAIR PARTS
TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER WEF500G
TRANSMISSION
KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 74760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Gr. 2
2 74780652 Bolt, Hex, Fin 3/8-16 x 3-1/4
3 19131311 Washer 13/32 x 13/18 x 11
5 73800600 Locknut, Hex, wwasher 3/8-16
6 9056H550 Shield, Tine
7 165835 Bracket, Engine, R.H.
8 165834 Bracket, Engine, L.H.
9 10040500 Weasher, Lock 5/16
10 73220500 Nut, Hex 5/16-18
11 74760544 Bolt, Hex. 5/16-18 x 2-3/4
12 151222 Transmission |
KEY PART
NO.
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
NO.
9173R
73510500
19091412
19092016
10040400
74610412
DESCRIPTION
Spacer, Split
Nut, Keps 5/16
Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 12 Ga.
Washer 9/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
Washer, Lock 1/4
Bolt, Hex 1/4-28 x 3/4 Gr. 5
Engine, Briggs Model 137202
(Order parts from engine
Manufacturer)
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.
1 inch = 25.4 mm
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DECALS
KEY PART
NO. NO.
1 162413
2 166807
4 110613X
5 110614X
7 165266
8 120076X
9 165278
10 162384
-- 168126
-- 168127
DESCRIPTION
Decal, Logo
Decal, Logo
Decal, Tine Control
Decal, Hand Placement
Decal, Briggs & Stratton
Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines
Decal, 5 HP
Decal, Warning
Manual, Owners (English)
Manual, Owner's (French)
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