Earthquake 6015V TILLER REAR TINE CRT Operator's Manual

Operator’s Manual

Original Operating Instructions

6015 Series

CRT Rototiller

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Product #’s:

6015B (Shown)

6015BCE

6015V

GAS/OIL

RATIO

50:1

P/N: 13594

ECN: 9543

Rev. 08/22/12

© 2012 Ardisam, Inc.

All Rights Reserved

Operator’s Manual

6015 Series CRT Rototiller

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your investment in quality. Thank you for purchasing a 6015 Series CRT Rototiller from Earthquake™. We have worked to ensure that this tiller meets the highest standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your tiller will provide many years of service.

Please read this entire manual before installation and use. Earthquake reserves the right to change, alter or improve the product and this document at any time without prior notice.

CONTENTS

Registration .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................2

Safety .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................3-5

Unpacking & Assembly ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................6-7

Features ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................8

Operation .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9-14

Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................15-18

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 19

Parts ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................20-28

Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................30-31

FEDERAL EMISSION INFORMATION

Earthquake warrants to the retail purchaser, that this CRT tiller was designed, built and equipped to conform at the time of initial sale to all applicable regulations of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Serial Number Location

REGISTRATION AND SERVICE

Record the engine model number and serial number in the space provided for easy reference when ordering parts or requesting technical support. Excluding emissions-related warranty items, the warranty is valid only if the completed registration is received by Ardisam within 30 days of purchase. (SEE WARRANTY

SECTION FOR MORE INFORMATION.) You can register your warranty online by visiting www.getearthquake.com, or by mailing it to: Ardisam, 1160 Eighth

Avenue, Cumberland, WI 54829. If you do not have a computer, call our customer service department at (800) 345-6007 Mondays through Fridays from

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST.

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Owner’s Name:

Owner’s Address:

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Model Number:

Date of Purchase:

Notes:

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This manual may contain information for several models. Read and keep this manual for future reference. This manual contains important information on SAFETY, ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE. The owner must be certain that all the product information is included with the unit. This information includes the MANUAL, the REPLACEMENT PARTS and the WARRANTIES.

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SAFETY

OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY

Accurate assembly, and safe and effective use of the rototiller is the owner’s responsibility.

• Read and follow all safety instructions.

• Carefully follow all assembly instructions.

• Maintain the tiller according to directions and schedule included in this Earthquake operator’s manual.

• Ensure that anyone who uses the tiller is familiar with all controls and safety precautions.

SPECIAL MESSAGES

Your manual contains special messages to bring attention to potential safety concerns, machine damage as well as helpful operating and servicing information. Please read all the information carefully to avoid injury and machine damage.

NOTE: General information is given throughout the manual that may help the operator in the operation or service of the machine.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please read this section carefully. Operate the tiller according to the safety instructions and recommendations outlined here and inserted throughout the text. Anyone who uses this tiller must read the instructions and be familiar with the controls.

Your tiller is equipped with a safety device that enables you to stop the wheels and tines quickly in an emergency. Learn how the drive safety control lever operates and how to control the tiller at all times.

This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger your personal safety. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this equipment.

• 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. Never wear sandals, sneakers or open shoes, and never operate the tiller with bare feet. Do not wear loose clothing that might get caught in moving parts.

• Carefully inspect the area to be tilled and remove all foreign objects. Do not till above underground water lines, gas lines, electric cables, or pipes. Do not operate the tiller in soil with large rocks and foreign objects which can damage the equipment.

• Leave control lever in the neutral position before starting the engine.

DANGER

DANGER INDICATES A SERIOUS INJURY OR FATALITY

WILL RESULT IF THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THAT

FOLLOW THIS SIGNAL WORD ARE NOT OBEYED.

WARNING

WARNING INDICATES A SERIOUS INJURY OR FATALITY

COULD RESULT IF THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THAT


CAUTION

CAUTION INDICATES YOU CAN OR YOUR EQUIPMENT

CAN BE HURT IF THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THAT


IMPORTANT

IMPORTANT INDICATES HELPFUL INFORMATION FOR

PROPER ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, OR MAINTENANCE

OF YOUR EQUIPMENT.

WARNING

YOU MUST READ, UNDERSTAND AND COMPLY WITH

ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN

THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SETUP AND

OPERATE YOUR ROTOTILLER.

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ALL SAFETY AND

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF

MACHINE CONTROL, SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY TO

YOU AND/OR BYSTANDERS, AND RISK OF EQUIPMENT

AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. THE TRIANGLE IN THE TEXT

SIGNIFIES IMPORTANT CAUTIONS OR WARNINGS

WHICH MUST BE FOLLOWED.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS

CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA

TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS, OR OTHER

REPRODUCTIVE HARM.

• Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.

a. Use an approved fuel container.

b. Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.

c. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel

tank indoors.

d. Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel

before restarting.

• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running.

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OPERATION

• Never operate the tiller without guards, covers and hoods in place.

• Never start the engine or operate the tiller with the wheels in the free-wheel position. Make sure the wheel lock pins are engaged through the wheel hubs and wheel axle. The wheels act as a brake to keep the tiller at a controlled speed.

Disengage wheel lock pins to permit free-wheeling only when engine is stopped.

• Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating parts. Keep clear of tiller tines at all times.

• Tines and wheels rotate when the drive safety control lever is pulled toward the handlebar (FORWARD position). Releasing the drive safety control lever to the NEUTRAL position stops the wheels and tines. If the unit does not stop when the lever is in the NEUTRAL position an adjustment of the drive control linkage, the belt alignment or the belt guides is required.

• Use extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the tiller.

• If vegetation clogs the tines STOP THE ENGINE AND

DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE before removing vegetation by hand.

• Engine muffler will be hot from operation. Do not touch it with bare skin or a severe burn may result.

• If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

• Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are deadly.

• Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate.

• Never operate the machine at high transport 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 backward. If this occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the machine.

• Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unattended. Disengage all control levers, stop the engine,

IMPORTANT

THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES OF YOUR

ROTOTILLER ARE DETERMINED FROM

THE OPERATING POSITION AS YOU FACE

THE DIRECTION OF FORWARD TRAVEL.

ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY

WITHOUT OIL. YOU MUST ADD ENGINE

OIL BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.

IMPORTANT

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NEVER START THE ENGINE OR OPERATE THE TILLER

WITH THE WHEELS IN THE FREE-WHEEL POSITION.

MAKE SURE THE WHEEL LOCK PINS ARE ENGAGED

THROUGH THE WHEEL HUBS AND WHEEL AXLE. THE

WHEELS ACT AS A BRAKE TO KEEP THE TILLER AT A

CONTROLLED SPEED. DISENGAGE WHEEL LOCK PINS

TO PERMIT FREE-WHEELING ONLY WHEN ENGINE IS

STOPPED.

wait for all moving parts to stop and make certain guards and shields are in place.

• When leaving the operating position for any reason:

- shut off the engine.

- wait for all moving parts to stop.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Keep machine, attachments and accessories in safe working condition.

• Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

• To prevent accidental starting, always disconnect and secure the spark plug wire from the spark plug before performing tiller maintenance.

• Never run the engine indoors. Exhaust fumes are deadly.

• Always allow muffler to cool before filling fuel tank.

• Never store equipment with gasoline in the tank inside of a closed building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any building.

• Always refer to the operator’s guide instructions for important details if the tiller is to be stored for an extended period.

• Add a fuel stabilizer to gas tank and run for 10-15 minutes to prevent fuel from gumming up during an extended storage period.


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SAFETY DECALS

This rototiller unit has been designed and manufactured to provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing.

Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operated this equipment safely and effectively, we have placed several safety labels on the tiller to remind you of this important information while you are operating the unit.

These important safety labels are illustrated below, and are shown here to help familiarize you with the location and content of the safety messages you will see as you perform normal tilling operations. Please, review these decals now, and if you have any questions regarding their meaning or how to comply with these instructions, reread the complete safety instruction text in this manual. For additional questions European customers may contact their local dealer and US customers must call Earthquake customer service.

Should a decal become unreadable because of being worn, faded, or otherwise damaged during the use of your powerhead, use the part number information provided to order a replacement label. European customers can order from their local authorized dealer and US customers can order online or by calling Earthquake customer service.

The safety labels are easily applied, and will act as a constant visual reminder to you and others who may use the equipment. Follow the safety instructions necessary for safe, effective operation of your rototiller.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION (CE UNITS ONLY)

This rototiller unit has been tested and verified to be within the acceptable level of noise range for CE compliance at 80dB Lpa.

This rototiller unit has been tested and verified to be within the acceptable level of vibration for CE compliance at 6.2 m/s 2 .

For the health and safety of the consumer it is recommended that this product be used for no more than two consecutive hours in any given 12 hour period.

ARDISAM, INC.

1160 8th Avenue | Cumberland, WI 54829 | USA

Serial No.

LBLINFO6015VCE

Earthquake 6015BCE Rear Tine Tiller

Year: 2010 Mass: 67 kg

Max. Eng. Operating Speed: 3600 rpm

Nominal Power Rating: 3.61 kW

Part No. LBLINFO6015BCE

Name Plate

Tine Shield Decal

Part No. LBL516AA

WARNING INSTRUCTIONS

Hood Decal

ARDISAM, INC.

1160 8th Avenue | Cumberland, WI 54829 | USA

Serial No.

LBLINFO6015VCE

Earthquake 6015VCE Rear Tine Tiller

Year: 2010 Mass: 65.6 kg

Max. Eng. Operating Speed: 3600 rpm

Nominal Power Rating: 4.476 kW

Part No. LBLINFO6015VCE

Name Plate

Tine Shield Decal

Part No.

LBLCENOISE80

Decibel Level Decal

Part No. LBL516J

TINES DANGER

Hood Flap Decal

Part No. LBL516C

WARNING

Belt Cover Decal


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UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY

Your rototiller comes fully assembled except for a few parts.

The following instructions will help you unpack your tiller and assemble and adjust your tiller’s depth regulator lever, cable tension and handlebar height. You will need 2- 9/16” wrenches.

UNPACK

1. Open top of carton and remove handlebar assembly.

2. Find parts packet. Parts packet contains:

2 - 3/8-16 x 1” hex head bolts*

4 - 3/8-16 x 1-3/4” hex head bolts

6 - 1/4-20 x 3/4” hex head bolts

6 - 1/4-20 nylock nuts

6 - 3/8-16 nylock nuts**

1- detent pin

12 - 1/4” flat washers

6 - 3/8” flat washers**

2- Handlebar extensions (part# 13285)

2- Handlebar extensions (part# 31329)***

NOTE: Parts packet also includes Engine Manual, Warranty

Card and this Operator’s Manual.

3. Cut open seems of carton, exposing all contents and remove machine by:

a. Attaching loose wheels in box onto machine with lock pin in free-wheel position. (SEE PAGE 12)

b. Roll tiller from carton.

* CE (European Version) includes (4) 3/8-16 x 1 hex head bolts

** CE includes (8) 3/8”-16 nylock nuts and (8) 3/8” flat washers

*** Only CE model incudes second set of handlebar extensions

ATTACH HANDLEBAR (6015V AND 6015B, U.S.)

1. Locate handlebar extensions. (SEE FIGURE 1)

2. Place handlebar extensions on outside of lower handlebar mount. Line up the handlebar extension pieces with the lower handlebar mount as shown in the decal located on the lower handlebar mount next to the mounting location.

(SEE PAGE 20)

3. Insert one 3/8-16 x 1 3/4” bolt for each side in lower holes of the extension pieces. The bolts will pass through the lower hole of the lower handlebar mount. Put 3/8” flat washers onto bolts.

4. Hand tighten 3/8-16 nuts on each bolt.

5. Now assemble the handlebar to the handlebar extensions.

Note: Handlebar goes to the outside of the handlebar extensions.

6. Insert one 3/8-16 x 1-3/4” bolt for each side in lower holes of the handlebar. Note: Bolts will be going through the upper holes of the lower handlebar mount along with the middle holes of the extensions. Put 3/8” flat washers onto bolts.

IMPORTANT

THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES OF YOUR

ROTOTILLER ARE DETERMINED FROM

THE OPERATING POSITION AS YOU FACE

THE DIRECTION OF FORWARD TRAVEL.

ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY

WITHOUT OIL. YOU MUST ADD ENGINE

OIL BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.

TILLER TRANSMISSION IS SHIPPED FROM

FACTORY WITH THE PROPER AMOUNT

OF GEAR LUBE.

CAUTION handlebar lower handlebar mount

L R

DO NOT TRY TO LIFT THE ROTOTILLER FROM THE

CARTON.

DO NOT ADD ENGINE OIL INTO GEAR CASE DIPSTICK

HOLE.

handlebar extensions

FIGURE 1


8. Insert one 3/8-16 x 1 bolt for each side in upper holes of the handlebar. Bolts will pass through upper holes of the extensions. Put 3/8” flat wahsers onto bolts.


10. Tighten 3/8-16 nuts on each of the 6 bolts connecting the handlebar, handlebar extensions and handlebar mount together.


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ATTACH HANDLEBAR (6015BCE, EUROPE)

1. Locate handlebar extensions. (SEE FIGURE 2)

2. Place handlebar extensions on outside of lower handlebar mount. Line up the handlebar extension pieces with the lower handlebar mount as shown in the decal located on the lower handlebar mount next to the mounting location. (SEE PAGE 21)

3. Insert one 3/8-16 x 1 3/4” bolt for each side in lower holes. Put

3/8” flat washers onto bolts.

4. Start 3/8-16 nuts on each bolt.

5. Insert one 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 bolt for each side in upper holes. Put

3/8” flat washers onto bolts.


7. Tighten 3/8-16 nuts on each of the 4 bolts connecting the handlebar extensions to the lower handlebar.

8. Handlebar extensions should now be securely assembled to the lower handlebar mount.

9. Now assemble the handlebar to the handlebar extensions.

Note: Handlebar goes to the outside of the handlebar extensions.

10. Insert one 3/8-16 x 1 bolt for each side in lower holes.


12. Insert one 3/8-16 x 1 bolt for each side in upper holes.


14. Tighten 3/8-16 nuts on each of the 4 bolts connecting the handlebar to the handlebar extension.

NOTE: Handlebar extensions 13285 and 31329 can be used together on European models.

ATTACH TINE SIDE SHIELDS

1. Locate side shields. (SEE PAGE 26)

2. Take one side shield, raise it up against one side of the tine guard and hold in place.

3. Place a 1/4” flat washer onto three 1/4-20 x 3/4” bolts. Insert these three bolts in each of the three holes of the tine guard, making sure they also pass through the side shield. Put an additional 1/4” flat washers onto the underside of the bolts.

NOTE: The side shield needs to be below the tine hood when they are attached together.


5. Tighten 1/4-20 nuts on each of the three bolts connecting the two side shields to the tine guard.

6. Repeat steps 2-4 for the second side shield.

handlebar lower handlebar mount

FIGURE 2

IMPORTANT handlebar extensions gear case dipstick

NO ENGINE OIL!

LUBRICANT IS ALREADY

INSTALLED IN TRANSMISSION.

FILL ENGINE CRANKCASE

1. Add oil according to engine manual. Do not overfill. Use a clean, high quality detergent oil. Use no special additives with recommended oils. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Oil level must be full. Check the oil level by removing oil fill plug. Oil level should be up to the bottom of the fill plug opening.

2. Always check oil level before starting engine. Refer to engine manual for capacity and type of oil to use.


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FEATURES

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handlebar forward drive safety control lever forward cable

8

choke recoil start depth regulator lever detent pin tine hood side shield belt guard tines wheel lock pin wheels on/off and throttle control


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OPERATION

PRE-START INSPECTION

1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts and bolts are secure.

2. Check oil level in engine crankcase. See your engine manual for procedure and specifications.

3. Inspect air cleaner for cleanliness. See your engine manual for procedure.

4. Check the fuel supply. Fill the fuel tank no closer than 1 inch from top of tank to provide space for expansion. See your engine manual for fuel recommendations.

5. Be sure spark plug wire is attached and spark plug is tightened securely.

6. Check position of wheels and wheel lock pins.

7. Check depth regulator lever position.

8. Examine underneath and around engine for signs of oil or fuel leaks.

9. Inspect fuel hoses for tightness and fuel seepage.

10. Look for signs of engine damage.

11. Remove excessive debris from muffler area and recoil starter.

CAUTION

PLEASE DO NOT START YOUR TILLER UNTIL YOU

HAVE READ THE MANUAL THAT CAME WITH YOUR

ENGINE, AND THE SECTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TITLED

CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS AND SAFETY. IF YOU HAVE

READ THESE, FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW TO START

YOUR TILLER. ALWAYS PERFORM THIS PRE-START

CHECKLIST BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE.

WARNING

GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND MUST BE

HANDLED WITH CARE. NEVER FILL THE TANK WHEN

THE ENGINE IS HOT OR RUNNING. ALWAYS MOVE

OUTDOORS TO FILL THE TANK.

WHEELS MUST ALWAYS BE LOCKED IN THE TILLING

POSITION WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING. DO NOT

OPERATE THE TILLER WITH THE WHEEL LOCKOUTS

UNLOCKED. ALWAYS SET THE WHEELS IN TILLING

POSITION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.

ALWAYS PUT THE DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER IN THE

TRANSPORT POSITION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.

TINES SHOULD CLEAR THE GROUND.

IMPORTANT

ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY WITHOUT OIL. YOU

MUST ADD ENGINE OIL BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.


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START-UP

The controls required to start and run the rototiller are located on the engine and are the choke and throttle levers. The choke lever is marked on one end with CHOKE and on the other with

RUN. The throttle lever is marked on one end with a STOP icon and on the other with a FAST icon. There is also a SLOW icon next to STOP to indicate a low throttle position.

NOTE: The 6015V does not have the stop function on the throttle lever and instead has an ON/OFF switch located near the recoil start.

A more detailed description of engine operation and all related precautions and procedures can be found in the engine manufacturer’s manual that accompanies each tiller.

COLD STARTS

1. Turn ON/OFF swith to the ON position, if equipped.

2. Move choke lever to CHOKE position.

3. Move throttle lever to half way between SLOW and FAST.

4. Pull starting rope out slowly one time and allow to return normally.

5. Pull starting rope out rapidly, and allow rope to return normally.

6. When engine starts, gradually move choke lever to RUN position and move throttle lever to FAST position for tilling.

RESTARTING A WARM ENGINE

Restarting an engine that is already warm from previous running does not normally require use of the choke.

1. Move throttle lever to half way between SLOW and FAST.

2. Pull starting rope out rapidly, and allow rope to return normally. Repeat until engine starts.

3. Adjust throttle speed to FAST position for tilling.

DANGER

ALWAYS KEEP HANDS AND FEET CLEAR OF ROTATING

MACHINE PARTS.

IMPORTANT

STOP STOP

IDLE SPEED

SLOW FAST

Use the SLOW position or a position between SLOW and FAST on the throttle lever to reduce stress on the engine when tilling is not being performed. Lowering the engine speed to “idle” will help extend the life of the motor, as well as conserve fuel and reduce the noise level of the equipment.

OPERATING SPEED

For tilling, set the throttle lever to FAST position.


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DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER

Pull the drive safety control lever toward the handlebar to the

FORWARD position to engage the wheels and tines. Releasing the lever into the NEUTRAL position stops the wheels and tines and brings the tiller to a complete stop. (SEE FIGURE 3)

TILLING

1. Adjust the depth regulator lever to desired tilling depth.

NOTE: Raise depth regulator lever up one hole at a time, testing tiller operation after each raise. Raising depth regulator lever too high can result in loss of control of tiller!

2. Move the throttle control to FAST position.

3. Place the tiller in FORWARD by pulling the drive safety control lever toward the handlebar, this will engage the wheels and tines.

NOTE: You can slow the tiller’s forward advance at any time by putting downward pressure on the handlebars. You can stop the tiller by releasing the drive safety control levers to the NEUTRAL position.

SHUTTING DOWN

To stop the engine at any time, move throttle lever to STOP position. To stop wheels and tines at any time release drive safety control levers to NEUTRAL position. (SEE FIGURE 3) lever engaged (FORWARD)

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WARNING

TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARBY AREAS MAY

EXCEED 150° F. AVOID THESE AREAS.

DO NOT MOVE CHOKE CONTROL TO CHOKE TO STOP

ENGINE. BACKFIRE OR ENGINE DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.

TO STOP WHEELS AND TINES AT ANY TIME, RELEASE

DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVERS TO NEUTRAL POSI-

TION.

ALWAYS RELEASE DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVERS TO

NEUTRAL POSITION BEFORE ADJUSTING THE DEPTH

OF THE REGULATOR LEVER.

DANGER

ENGINE AND SURROUNDING PARTS BECOME

EXTREMELY HOT DURING NORMAL USE AND WILL

CAUSE SERIOUS BURN INJURIES IF TOUCHED BEFORE

THE ENGINE HAS COOLED.

ALLOW ENGINE TO COOL COMPLETELY BEFORE

TOUCHING THESE HOT SURFACES.

IMPORTANT

PRACTICE OPERATING THE CONTROLS AND TILLER

WITH TINES OUT OF GROUND BEFORE BEGINNING

TO TILL. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU KNOW HOW TO

USE THE TILLER PROPERLY, KEEP CONTROL AT ALL

TIMES, STOP THE TINES AND WHEELS FROM TURNING,

AND STOP THE ENGINE IF NECESSARY. IF YOU DO

NOT KNOW HOW TO DO THESE THINGS, READ THE

CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS AND SAFETY SECTIONS

BEFORE PROCEEDING.

drive safety control lever disengaged (NEUTRAL)

FIGURE 3


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WHEEL LOCK PINS

To place wheels in free-wheel position:

This allows wheels to turn freely on the axle for easy transportation.

1. Remove lock pin. Slide wheel inward toward machine.

(SEE FIGURE 4)

2. Insert lock pin through the axle hole only, fold lock ring to secure pin to axle.

3. Repeat for other wheel.

Place wheels in tilling position:

This locks wheels to the axle so they are able to propel the machine forward while in use.

1. Remove lock pin. Slide wheel slightly outward away from machine. Align hole in axle with hole in wheel hub.

(SEE FIGURE 5)

2. Insert lock pin through both holes, fold lock pin ring to secure pin to axle.

3. Repeat for other wheel.

NOTE: Always have both wheel lock pins in or out. Do not operate tiller with only one wheel locked.

Free-Wheel Position

CAUTION

THIS INFORMATION IS PROVIDED HERE ONLY TO

INTRODUCE THE CONTROLS. DO NOT START THE

ENGINE AT THIS TIME. STARTING AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS ARE GIVEN ON PAGE 8. 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.

• TO STOP THE WHEELS AND TINES AT ANY TIME RE-

LEASE THE DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER.

WARNING

ENGINE SHOULD BE OFF BEFORE ADJUSTING ANY

CONTROLS.

WARNING

NEVER START ENGINE OR OPERATE TILLER WITH

WHEELS IN FREE-WHEEL POSITION. THE FREE-WHEEL

POSITION IS FOR TRANSPORTING THE TILLER LONG

DISTANCES OVER LEVEL GROUND-DO NOT ATTEMPT

TO MOVE THE TILLER UP OR DOWN STEEP GRADES IN

THE FREE-WHEEL POSITION.

DANGER

FIGURE 4

Wheel lock pin in free-wheel position.

(axle hole only)

Tilling Position

SRT CRT

FIGURE 5

Wheel lock pin in tilling position.

(axle hole and wheel hole)


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DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER

Tilling depth is controlled by the height of the depth regulator lever.

To adjust tilling depth. (SEE FIGURE 6)

1. Remove detent pin.

2. Raise the depth regulator lever to position tines at chosen tilling depth.

3. Align hole in depth regulator lever with hole in depth regulator bracket and insert detent pin.

Depth Regulator Lever Down = Shallower tilling. Place the detent pin in the top hole of the depth regulator lever for shallowest tilling.

Depth Regulator Lever Up = Deeper tilling. Place the detent pin in the bottom hole of the depth regulator lever for deepest tilling.

BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT

Proper belt tension is critical to good performance. After 1/2 hour of operation, all cables may have to be adjusted due to initial stretch. Thereafter, check tension after every 2 hours of operation.

Proper tension is achieved when the spring compresses 1/4” when drive lever is engaged.

To increase belt tension:

1. Loosen upper jam nut. (SEE FIGURE 7)

2. Tighten the lower jam nut in 1/8” increments, making sure not to over adjust the tension.

3. Check adjustment by measuring spring compession when drive lever is engaged. (Proper spring compression 1/4”)

4. When proper adjustment is achieved, tighten upper jam nut.

This procedure can be repeated until conduit adjustment bolts are fully adjusted. If no more adjustment can be made, belt may need to be replaced.

WARNING

DO NOT ADJUST TILLING DEPTH UNLESS DRIVE

SAFETY CONTROL LEVER IS RELEASED TO NEUTRAL

POSITION.

ALWAYS SET THE DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER IN THE

TRANSPORT POSITION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE,

THAT IS, PLACE THE DETENT PIN IN THE HIGHEST HOLE

OF THE DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER.

depth regulator lever detent pin depth regulator bracket

FIGURE 6 drive safety control lever disengaged (NEUTRAL) tension nut spring upper jam nut lower jam nut forward cable

FIGURE 7


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TILLING TIPS

The key to successful tilling is to begin with a shallow cut on the first pass, and then work an inch or two deeper on each successive pass.

• Tilling depth will vary with ground conditions.

• When beginning to till in unbroken ground or in extremely hard soil, set the detent pin in the highest hole of the depth regulator lever (SEE PAGE 11). This will allow for shallow tilling. With the depth regulator lever in this position, make several light passes over the area to be tilled. Reset for deeper depths with successive passes.

• If tiller jumps or skids uncontrollably, lower the depth regulator lever by placing the detent pin in a higher hole. This will allow for shallower tilling. Hold firmly to the handlebars to control sudden lurches.

Immediately release the drive control lever if the tines jam or you strike a foreign object. With drive control lever in neutral position, push throttle control to stop position to stop the engine. Disengage the spark plug wire. When tines have stopped, remove foreign objects and check for damage.

CULTIVATING TIPS

If you plan to use your tiller for cultivating:

• Plant rows on 20" - 22" centers for ease of turning.

• Set the depth regulator lever with the detent pin in one of the higher holes. This will allow for shallow cultivation necessary to turn over weeds, and break up and aerate the soil.

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WARNING

EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE TAKEN IN SELECTING

TILLING DEPTH. IF YOU ATTEMPT TO TILL TOO DEEPLY

FOR SOIL CONDITIONS, THAT IS, WITH THE DEPTH

REGULATOR LEVER IN TOO HIGH A POSITION, LOSS OF

CONTROL COULD RESULT.

IF REMOVING MATERIAL FROM THE TINES BY HAND,

STOP ENGINE AND REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRE FIRST.


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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Your rototiller has been designed and produced by the industry’s leading manufacturer of outdoor power equipment to provide you years of reliable operation.

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.

Maintenance Operation

Change forward belt

Engine maintenance

Check or fill engine crankcase

Check tiller transmission grease

Page

16

17

17 ,EM

17

Before

Each Use

X

X

50 hours or

Every Season

X

X

X*

X

Check tire pressure

Lubrication

17

17

X

X

Clean tine axle shaft 17 X

Lubricate wheel axle shaft 18 X

EM = See engine manual

* Change oil after first 5-8 hours of use, then after every 50 hours or every season. Change oil every 25 hours when operating under heavy load or in high temperatures.

SERVICING THE ROTOTILLER

The following information will help you make the necessary checks and perform the procedures required to follow the normal care recommendations made for your rototiller.

If you prefer, your local authorized dealer can make these checks and perform the required procedures for you.

WARNING

To prevent accidental starting: spark plug wire

Engine must be turned off and cool, and spark plug wire must be removed and secured from spark plug before checking and adjusting engine or equipment.


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CHANGE FORWARD BELT

1. Turn off engine. Engine must be cool.

2. Remove spark plug wire and secure from spark plug.

3. Remove belt guard: (SEE FIGURE 8)

- unscrew and remove guard rivet.

- pull belt guard from machine.

4. Remove forward belt from engine pulley: (SEE FIGURE 9)

- gently pull the engine recoil rope to rotate the pulley.

- with the pulley turning, force the forward belt out of the

V-groove.

- slide the belt free of the engine pulley.

- pull the forward belt down and out of the way.

5. Install new forward belt:

- place forward belt in transmission pulley groove.

- gently pull the engine recoil rope to rotate the pulley

while forcing the forward belt into the V-groove.

6. Re-attach belt guard.

7. Attach spark plug wire.

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CAUTION

DO NOT OPERATE TILLER BEFORE READING THE EN-

GINE MANUAL PROVIDED IN THE PARTS PACKET.

WARNING

TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEAR BY AREAS MAY

EXCEED 150° F. AVOID THESE AREAS.

IMPORTANT

ENGINE CAN OVERHEAT AND BECOME DAMAGED IF

DEBRIS BLOCKS THE COOLING SYSTEM OR ROTATING

SCREEN.

NEVER RUN ENGINE WITHOUT COMPLETE AIR CLEANER

INSTALLED ON ENGINE.

guard rivet belt guard engine pulley forward belt guide forward belt transmission pulley

FIGURE 8

(6015B Shown)

(6015B Shown)

FIGURE 9

BELT REPLACEMENT PART #’S:

31315 (forward belt)


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ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Refer to the engine manual included in your parts packet for information on engine maintenance. Your engine manual provides detailed information and a maintenance schedule for performing the following tasks:

1. Check oil level before each use or after every 8 hours of operation.

2. Change oil after first 5-8 hours of operation. Change oil while engine is warm. Refill with new oil of recommended grade.

4. Check spark plug yearly or every 100 hours of operation.

5. Service air cleaner.

6. Keep engine and parts clean.

7. Check engine and equipment often for loose nuts and bolts, keep these items tightened.

CHECK OR FILL ENGINE CRANKCASE

1. Add oil according to engine manual. Do not overfill. Use a clean, high quality detergent oil. Use no special additives with recommended oils. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Oil level must be full. Check the oil level by removing oil fill plug. Oil level should be up to the bottom of the fill plug opening.

2. Always check oil level before starting engine. Refer to engine manual for capacity and type of oil to use.

CHECK TILLER TRANSMISSION GREASE

Check the grease level annually. To check the grease level:

1. Move tiller to level ground, making sure the transmission cover plate is level.

2. Remove gear case dipstick located between the handlebar mounts on the engine mount. Correct grease level is indicated between the high and low levels on the dipstick.

(SEE FIGURE 10)

3. Replace grease level dipstick in the filler hole.

NOTE: The front wheel transmission and rear tine transmission share a common reservoir. When you add to the front transmission, you must wait a short period of time for the grease to flow rearward and equalize in both front and rear. The dipstick will read correctly on level ground for

both gear units. (Use Mystic 00, or equivalent, transmission grease. Do not use 80W, 90W or 85-140.)

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure is 20 PSI. If tires do not have equal pressure, tiller will pull to one side.

IMPORTANT

ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY WITHOUT OIL.

YOU MUST ADD ENGINE OIL BEFORE STARTING

ENGINE.

IMPORTANT

TILLER TRANSMISSION IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY

WITH THE PROPER AMOUNT OF LIQUID GREASE.

WHEN REPLACING GREASE, THE TILLER TRANSMISSION

HOLDS 18-22 OUNCES. DO NOT OVERFILL.

SERIAL NO getearthquak

.

.

6014V N

LBL6014VS gear case dipstick

FIGURE 10

LUBRICATION

Proper lubrication of moving mechanical parts is critical for proper care and maintenance. Oil the moving parts at 10 hour intervals using a 30 weight oil.

CLEAN TINE AXLE SHAFT

1. Turn off engine. Engine must be cool.

2. Remove spark plug wire and secure from spark plug.

3. Tip the tiller forward. Block the tiller in position so that it rests on the engine mount and the tines are exposed.

4. Remove all vegetation, string, wire, and other material that may have accumulated on the axle between the inside set of tines and the seal on the transmission housing.

5. Tip the tiller back to a level position.

6. Replace spark plug wire.


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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:

- Remove lock pin and slide wheel off hub.

- Coat the axles lightly with axle grease.

- Slide wheel back on hub and insert lock pin.

2. Drain fuel system completely following engine manufacturer’s instructions or add fuel stabilizer to prevent fuel from gumming up during extended storage period.

3. While engine is still warm, drain the oil from the engine. Refill with fresh oil of the recommended grade.

4. Clean external surfaces, engine and cooling fan.

5. Spark plug preparation:

- Remove spark plug, pour one ounce of SAE 30 oil into spark plug hole.

- Plug hole and pull starter cord slowly to distribute oil evenly in cylinder head area.

- Reinstall spark plug.

6. Transport unit to a suitable storage location. If you have chosen to use a fuel stabilizer and have not drained the fuel system, follow all safety instructions storage precautions in this manual to prevent the possibility of fire from the ignition of gasoline fumes. Remember, gasoline fumes can travel to distant sources of ignition and ignite, causing risk of explosion and fire.

7. If there is any possibility of unauthorized use or tampering, remove the spark plug and store it in a safe place before storing the rototiller unit. Be sure to plug the spark plug hole to prevent foreign material from entering.

WARNING

DO NOT STORE TILLER IN AN UNVENTILATED AREA

WHERE FUEL FUMES MAY REACH FLAME, SPARKS,

PILOT LIGHTS OR AN IGNITED OBJECT. DRAIN FUEL

OUTDOORS AWAY FROM ANY IGNITION SOURCES.

USE ONLY APPROVED FUEL CONTAINERS.


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TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

While normal care and routine maintenance will extend the life of your rototiller, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, causes and remedies.

Engine will not start

PROBLEM

Engine runs rough, floods during operation

Engine is hard to start

Engine misses or lacks power

Engine will not stop when throttle control is positioned at stop

Tiller moves forward during starting

Tiller is difficult to control when tilling

(machine jumps or lurches forward)

Tines turn, wheels do not turn

Tines turn, wheels turn, tiller does not move

Belts squeal in neutral

Excessive heat build up in transmission/tine area during tilling

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WARNING

PRACTICE SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. ENGINE MUST BE

TURNED OFF AND ALLOWED TO COOL, AND SPARK

PLUG WIRE MUST BE DISCONNECTED AND SECURED

BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR.

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS SAFETY REQUIREMENT

CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY TO YOU

OR BYSTANDERS.

REMEDY/ACTION

• Add gas to gas tank. (Make sure fuel lever is set to ON position)

• Connect spark plug wire to spark plug

• Throttle must be positioned at choke for a cold start

• Clean or replace air cleaner

• Drain old fuel and replace with fresh. Use gas stabilizer at end of season

• Make sure spark plug wire is securely attached to spark plug

• Drive safety control levers must be released to neutral position to start the engine

• Raise the tines for shallow tilling by lowering the depth regulator lever

• Remove and clean fuel tank

• Clean or replace air cleaner

• Improper carburetor adjustment, take to authorized engine service center

• Replace spark plug and adjust gap

• Drain and refill gas tank and carburetor

• See engine manual to check and adjust throttle linkage

• Drive safety control levers must be released to neutral position to start the engine

• Lock wheels in tilling position

• Raise tines for shallower tilling by lowering the depth regulator lever

• Lock wheels in tilling position

• Internal transmission failure, see your dealer

• Lower the tines for deeper tilling by raising the depth regulator lever

• Adjust forward belt guide:

- turn engine off and allow muffler to cool

- disconnect spark plug wire and secure from spark plug

- remove belt guard

- pull down on drive safety control lever

- manually bend forward belt guide so there is 1/16 inch

or less clearance between belt guide and belt

- replace belt guard and spark plug wire

• Remove vegetation by following instructions in Clean

Tine Axle Shaft of Normal Care section.

FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Check transmission fluid and fill if needed


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CRT HANDLEBAR AND HOOD PARTS AND PARTS LIST

(PRODUCT 6015V AND 6015B)

11

10

7

7

8

9

2

5

6

12

13

14

3

1

4

2

15

6

7

8

4

5

2

3

REF. NO. PART # DESCRIPTION

1 31305 WELDMENT, ENGINE/HANDLE

MOUNT

2001

1662

13285

2102

53630

53607

53620

BOLT 3/8-16 X 1/34 HH GR5 ZN

NUT 3/8-16 NYLOCK

HANDLEBAR EXTENSION

BOLT 3/8-16 X 1 HH GR5 ZN

CABLE, REAR TINE 39” SHEATH

NUT 5/16-24 HEX JAM

COMPRESSION SPRING

QTY.

1

1

2

1

2

2

4

6

11

12

13


9 53606 NUT 10-24 HNYLK ZN

10 53613 LINK 9 1/2” LONG

14

15

3262

3170

31313

WF38

----

DEADMAN WELDMENT

NUT-PUSH 3/8” W/SAFETY WASHER

WELDMENT, HANDLE BAR LOOP

REAR TINE

WASHER, FLAT 3/8 STANDARD

ZIP TIE

1

1

1

6

1

QTY.

1

1


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CRT HANDLEBAR AND HOOD PARTS AND PARTS LIST

(PRODUCT 6015BCE)

11

10

8

9

7

6

5

12

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13

14

3

1 4

2

15

6

7

8

4

5

2

3


1 31305 WELDMENT, ENGINE/HANDLE

MOUNT

2001

1662

31329

2102

31335

53607

53620

BOLT 3/8-16 X 1/34 HH GR5 ZN

NUT 3/8-16 NYLOCK

HANDLE BAR EXTENSION CE

BOLT 3/8-16 X 1 HH GR5 ZN

CABLE, REAR TINE FOR CE

NUT 5/16-24 HEX JAM

COMPRESSION SPRING

QTY.

1

1

2

1

2

4

4

8

11

12

13


9 53606 NUT 10-24 HNYLK ZN

10 53613 LINK 9 1/2” LONG

14

15

3262

3170

31313

WF38

----

DEADMAN WELDMENT

NUT-PUSH 3/8” W/SAFETY WASHER

WELDMENT, HANDLE BAR LOOP

REAR TINE

WASHER, FLAT 3/8 STANDARD

ZIP TIE

1

1

1

8

1

QTY.

1

1


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CRT MOTOR MOUNT PARTS

(PRODUCT 6015V)

3

8

5

4

6

35

3

2 38

34

14

7

2

1

3

32

29

30

37 31

36

28

33

39

3

19

23

21

20

21

22

23

21

17

18

19

12

2

11

13 10

9

15

16

17

3

15

27

26

22

19

25

24


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CRT MOTOR MOUNT PARTS LIST

(PRODUCT 6015V)

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

13

14

15

16

17

18

27

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

3

4

5

1

2

R E F.

NO.

PART #

810

504

WF516

13453

53638

742

3364

1501

53618

8655

31306

60G5NY

48250

48261

53633

67538

48240

31302

31301

53413

1407

803

48300

31315

3178

18106

53622

DESCRIPTION

BOLT, 5/16-24 X 1 HH GR5

LOCKWASHER SPRING 5/16”

WASHER, FLAT 5/16” STANDARD ZN

GUARD, BELT REAR TINE

RIVET, PLASTIC PUSH IN REAR TINE,

12/05

SPRING FORWARD ARM

WASHER, 5/16”ID X 1-1/2”OD FLAT

16 GA.

BOLT, 5/16-18 X 2-1/4 HHCS GR5 ZN

BELT, DRIVE L4 POWER RATED

PULLEY, SINGLE GROOVE ENGINE

BOLT, M8 -1.25 X 20 HH

WELDMENT, CABLE PULL PLATE RT,

12/05

SPACER, DRIVE PULLEY .550”

KEY

BOLT, 5/16-18 X 3/4 SFHH GR5 ZN

CLIP, BELT GUARD TILLERS, 12/05

BOLT, 5/16-18 X 1-3/4 HH

TAB, BELT GUARD SUPPORT SMALL

REARTINE

NUT, 5/16-18 NYLOC

BOLT, 1/4-20 X 1-3/4 HHCS GR5 ZN

WASHER, 1/4 FLAT ZINC

GUIDE BELT REAR TINE

NUT, 1/4-20 HNYLK ZN


PAN, LOWER

PLATE, TRANNY COVER/HOOD

MOUNT

DIPSTICK

5

1

10

1

5

4

1

1

6

2

1

1

4

1

1

1

2

4

1

1

1

1

QTY.

12

1

1

4

1

30

31

32

33

R E F.

NO.

28

29

34

35

PART # DESCRIPTION QTY.

36

37

38

39

WF38

48144

53596B

53617

1416

1408

2104

53637

739

1418

64617

*

WASHER, FLAT 3/8 STANDARD ZINC

BOLT, 3/8-16 X 2 HHCS GR5 ZN

YOKE, ZINC PLATED CLEVIS

ARM, FORWARD REAR TINE, 12/05

PIN CLEVIS

PULLEY, IDLER FORWARD

NUT, 3/8-16 HLKBW ZN

BUSHING, FORWARD ARM REAR

TINE, 12/05

BELT GUIDE, REVERSE

PIN COTTER SIZE 2

BOLT, M8 - 1.25 X 25 HH

ENGINE 212CC 4-CYCLE VIPER

* See Viper engine manual for additional information

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1


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CRT MOTOR MOUNT PARTS

(PRODUCT 6015B AND 6015BCE)

3

8

5

4

14

7

2

1

6

35

3 2 1

34

3

32

29

30

37 31

36

28

33

38

3

19

23

21

20

21

22

23

21

17

18

19

12

2

11

13 10

9

15

16

17

3

15

27

26

24

19

25

24


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Operator’s Manual


6

7

23

24

25

26

19

20

21

22

13

14

15

16

17

18

8

9

10

11

12

CRT MOTOR MOUNT PARTS LIST

(PRODUCT 6015B AND 6015BCE)

DESCRIPTION

3

4

5

1

2

R E F.

NO.

PART #

810

504

WF516

13453

53638

27

1407

803

48300

31315

3178

802

53622

755

3364

1501

53618

8655

31306

60G5NY

48250

48261

53634

67538

48240

31302

31301

53413

BOLT, 5/16-24 X 1 HH GR5

LOCKWASHER SPRING 5/16”

WASHER, FLAT 5/16” STANDARD ZN

GUARD, BELT REAR TINE

RIVET, PLASTIC PUSH IN REAR TINE,

12/05

SPRING FORWARD ARM

WASHER, 5/16”ID X 1-1/2”OD FLAT

16 GA.

BOLT, 5/16-18 X 2-1/4 HHCS GR5 ZN

BELT, DRIVE L4 POWER RATED

PULLEY, SINGLE GROOVE ENGINE

BOLT, 5/16-24 X 3/4 HH GR5 ZN

WELDMENT, CABLE PULL PLATE RT,

12/05

SPACER, DRIVE PULLEY .700”

KEY

BOLT, 5/16-18 X 3/4 SFHH GR5 ZN

CLIP, BELT GUARD TILLERS, 12/05

BOLT, 5/16-18 X 1-3/4 HH

TAB, BELT GUARD SUPPORT SMALL

REARTINE

NUT, 5/16-18 NYLOC


WASHER, 1/4 FLAT ZINC

GUIDE BELT REAR TINE

NUT, 1/4-20 HNYLK ZN


PAN, LOWER

PLATE, TRANNY COVER/HOOD

MOUNT

DIPSTICK

1

1

5

4

5

1

10

1

6

2

1

1

4

1

1

4

1

1

2

1

1

1

QTY.

12

1

2

4

1

33

34

35

30

31

32

R E F.

NO.

28

29

PART # DESCRIPTION QTY.

36

37

38

WF38

48144

53596B

53617

1416

1408

2104

53637

739

1418

*

WASHER, FLAT 3/8 STANDARD ZINC

BOLT, 3/8-16 X 2 HHCS GR5 ZN

YOKE, ZINC PLATED CLEVIS

ARM, FORWARD REAR TINE, 12/05

PIN CLEVIS

PULLEY, IDLER FORWARD


BUSHING, FORWARD ARM REAR

TINE, 12/05

BELT GUIDE, REVERSE

PIN COTTER SIZE 2

ENGINE 800 SERIES BRIGGS (CE)

* See Briggs and Stratton engine manual for additional information. The CE Briggs engine has additional decals to meet regulations.

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1


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CRT TINES & HOOD PARTS

(PRODUCT 6015V, 6015B AND 6015BCE)

21

1

2

3

23

20

26

21

23

22

11 8b

7

14

15

19

18

2 17

24

16

12

4

25

5

6

4

4

10

9

8a

7

11

14

13


or call 800-345-6007 M-F 8-5

CRT TINES & HOOD PARTS LIST


6

7

8a

3

4

5

1

2

R E F .

NO.

PART # DESCRIPTION

417

504

8930

1501

53660

BOLT, 5/16-18 X 1/2 HH GR5

LOCKWASHER, SPRING 5/16”

BOLT, 1/4-20 X 3/4 HH GR5 ZN

BOLT, 5/16-18 X 3/4 HH GR5 ZN

WELDMENT, TAIL MOUNT REAR TINE,

12/05

69170

2001

DETENT, PIN 5/16 X 2 ZN

BOLT, 3/8-16 X 1-3/4 HH GR5 ZN

1900LCRT TINE SET ASSEMBLY LS-CRT RS-SRT

QTY.

8b

9

10

11

12

13

21

22

23

24

25

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

1900RCRT TINE SET ASSEMBLY RS-CRT LS-SRT

719 WASHER, 3/8” SPRING LOCK ZINC

2104

1101A

48406


WHEEL TIRE ASSEMBLY/LOCKPIN

KNOB, 5/15-18, BLACK FIVE STAR

53655

1103

1710

31314*

WELDMENT, DRAG STAKE

CRT TILLER, 12/05

LOCK PIN, 5/16 X 1-3/4 LYNCH PIN

1010 MA

SNAP RING, EXTERNAL RET.

PULLY, TRANSMISSION SMALL REAR

TINE

803 WASHER, 5/16”ID X 1-1/2”OD FLAT

16 GA.

BOLT, 5/16-24 X 3/4 HH GR5 ZN 802

1500CRT7 TRANSMISSION ASSY SHORT CRT

LOCKPIN LG WH

31334 WELDMENT, HOOD WITH

EXTENSION HOLES

31332

67538

48261

WELDMENT, SIDE SHIELD

NUT 1/4-20 HNYLK ZN

WASHER 1/4” FLAT ZINC

3364 KEY

1504

60G56

GASKET-TRANS. & TIL. HOUS COVER

S-8091

NUT, LOC 5/16-18 BI-WAY ZN 26

* On the 6015V the pulley is reversed, putting the short shoulder towards engine.

2

1

1

2

6

12

1

2

2

2

1

1

1

2

2

1

2

1

1

1

2

1

6

7

4

5

1


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CRT WHEEL & TILLER SHAFT PARTS & PARTS LIST


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4

5

8

9

6

7

10

1

2

REF.

NO.

3

12

PART # DESCRIPTION

331063

1508

1507

---

1601

BOLT, M6 X 25MM

COVER, REAR TRANSMISSION

GASKET, FRONT & REAR

TRANSMISSION COVER

SHIM, DRIVE SHAFT

BEARING, TAPPERED ROLLER

1500CRT606 SHAFT, DRIVE CRT

--BUSHING, TINE & WHEEL SHAFT

---

1810

SHIM, TINE & WHEEL SHAFT

RING, RETAINER INTERNAL

1506 SEAL, GREASE TINE & WHEEL

SHAFT

1500CRT512 GEAR, WORM TINE CRT

8

4

1

4

4

6

2

1

QTY.

6

1

2 15

16

17

18

19

REF.

NO.

13

14

20

21

PART #

1500P113

---

---

1710

1500P117

---

1514

1515

1690

DESCRIPTION

KEY, WOODRUFF

SHAFT, TINE

HOUSING, TRANSMISSION

RING, RETAINER EXTERNAL

GEAR, WORM WHEEL CRT

SHAFT, WHEEL

COVER, FRONT TRANSMISSION

SEAL, GREASE INPUT

TRANSMISSION LUBE 00 1 QT

QTY.

1

1

1

1

2

2

1

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6015 SERIES CRT ROTOTILLERS

Warranty Terms and Conditions

PRODUCT WARRANTY: 1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Ardisam, Inc., a manufacturing company, warrants this EARTHQUAKE CRT 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, at their discretion, parts and labor to correct any defect caused by faulty material or workmanship. Any unit used in a commercial application is covered for a period of 90 days after purchase. This warranty applies to the original owner with a proof of purchase and is not transferable. For the warranty to be valid, the product must be registered online, or the warranty card must be filled out and received by Ardisam, Inc., within 30 days of purchase.

6015V ENGINE WARRANTY: 2-YEAR LIMITED EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY

(SEE EXPLANATION OF EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY PROVISIONS FOR DETAILS)

Ardisam, Inc., a manufacturing company warrants its Viper® Engines under a two-year limited emissions control warranty to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the service life of the product not to exceed twenty-four consecutive months from the date of purchase for consumer applications.

*These warranties apply only to products which have not been subjected to negligent use, misuse, alteration, accident, unauthorized parts, failure to use proper fuel and oil, or if repairs have been performed at non-authorized service centers. These warranties supersede all other warranties either expressed or implied and all other obligations or liabilities on our part. Ardisam, does not assume, and does not authorize any other person to assume for us, any liability in connection with the sale of our products. To be at “No Charge,” warranty work must be sent directly

to Ardisam, Inc. or one of our authorized service centers and performed by them. To obtain warranty service and/or replacement instructions, contact our customer service department. If you choose to ship your product to Ardisam for warranty repair, you must first have prior approval from Ardisam by calling our customer service department for a return material authorization number (RMA#). Under these circumstances, all items must be shipped prepaid. Ardisam will at no charge, repair or replace, at their discretion, any defective part which falls under the conditions stated above. Ardisam retains the right to change models, specifications and price without notice.

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1160 Eighth Avenue; P.O. Box 666

Cumberland, Wisconsin 54829

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Explanation of Emissions Control (6015V)

Warranty Provisions

Viper® Engines are designed, built and equipped to meet all EPA requirements.

It warrants that it is free from defects in material and workmanship that could cause failure to the warranted part; and that it is identical in all material respects to the engine described in the manufacturer’s application for certification. When a warrantable condition exists, Ardisam will repair your engine at no cost to you, including parts and labor. The engine emissions label will indicate certification information. Purchasers located more than

100 miles from a Viper® authorized repair center in need of warrantable repair should contact customer service. If it is determined that warranted repair is indeed necessary, Ardisam, Inc., will cover the cost of shipping to an authorized Viper® repair center. All such requests must first be pre-approved by customer service prior to shipping.

Listed below are the parts covered by the emissions control systems warranty. Some parts listed below may require scheduled maintenance and are warranted up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part. See maintenance schedule in Maintenance and Storage section of manual for more details. Coverage under this warranty includes only the parts listed below (the emission and evaporation control systems) if so equipped:

• Air Filter Assembly (only to the first scheduled replacement point)

• Fuel Filter (only to the first scheduled replacement point)

• Carburetor

• Fuel Lines, Fuel Line Fittings and Clamps

• Fuel Metering Valve (if equipped)

• Evaporative System (if equipped)

- Canister (if equipped)

- Canister filter (if equipped)

- Vapor hose (if equipped)

- Orifice connector (if equipped)

- Fuel tank

- Fuel cap

- Primer bulb canister (if equipped)

• Spark Plugs

• Magneto Ignition System

• Muffler Assembly

LIMITATIONS

T he Emission Control Systems Warranty shall not cover any of the following: a) Repair or replacement required because of misuse or neglect, improper maintenance, repairs improperly performed or replacements not conforming to Ardisam, Inc., specifications that adversely affect performance and/or durability and alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in writing by Ardisam, Inc.

b) Replacement of parts and other services and adjustments necessary for required maintenance at or after the first scheduled replacement point; c) Consequential damages such as loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of the engine or equipment, etc.

d) Diagnosis and inspection fees that do not result in eligible warranty service being performed; and e) Any add-on or modified part, or malfunction of authorized parts due to the use of add-on or modified parts.

These items will be covered for a period of two years from the date of the original purchase. Viper warrants that: the components are designed, built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations adopted by the EPA; that they are free from defects in material and workmanship that could cause failure to the engine or other; and that the components used are identical in all material respects to the engine described in the manufacturer’s application for certification. The warranty period begins on the date the engine is originally purchased.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR REQUIREMENTS

The owner is responsible for the proper use and maintenance of the engine.

Ardisam, Inc. recommends that all receipts and records covering the performance of regular maintenance be retained in case questions arise. If the engine is resold during the warranty period, the maintenance records should be transferred to each subsequent owner. Ardisam, Inc. reserves the right to deny warranty coverage if the engine has not been properly maintained; however, Ardisam, Inc. may not deny warranty repairs solely because of failure to keep maintenance records.

Normal maintenance replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be performed by any repair establishment or individuals; however, warranty repairs must be performed by an Ardisam authorized service center. Any replacement parts or service that is equivalent in performance and durability may be used in non-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall not reduce the warranty obligations of the engine manufacturer.

The warranty on emissions-related parts is as follows:

• Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the owner’s manual supplied, is warranted for the warranty period stated above. If any such part fails during the period of warranty coverage, that part will be repaired or replaced at no charge to the owner.

Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period.

• Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the owner’s manual supplied, is warranted for the warranty period. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period.

• Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the owner’s manual supplied, is warranted for the period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for that part. If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement, the part will be repaired or replaced at no charge to the owner. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part.

• Add on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources

Board may not be used. The use of any nonexempted add on or modified parts by the owner will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. The manufacturer will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a nonexempted add on or modified part.


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1160 8th Avenue, PO Box 666

Cumberland, WI 54829

800-345-6007 | Fax 715-822-2223

E-mail: [email protected]

All weights, specifications and features are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Due to continuous product improvements, product images may not be exact. Items used for props not included. Some assembly may be required.


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