DR ROTO-HOG Premier Power Tiller, Safety & Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...is DR ROTO HOG Premier Power Tiller Serial No ________________ Order No ________________ DR ROTO HOG Premier Power Tiller SAFETY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DR Power Equipment Toll free phone 1 800 DR OWNE...

Page 2: ...ed on the front cover of this manual An Order Number is used to check and maintain your order history The number is located on the upper left portion of your packing slip For your convenience and read...

Page 3: ...n using this machine Wear shoes with non slip treads to improve footing on slippery surfaces Do not use the machine wearing open sandals or while barefoot Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry which c...

Page 4: ...rea of objects that might jam or wrap around the tines such as glass large sticks stones metal objects wire rope and string like materials Use on these objects could damage the DR ROTO HOG Premier Pow...

Page 5: ...to prevent a fire hazard and properly dispose of the waste Allow the DR ROTO HOG Premier Power Tiller Engine to cool completely before storing in any enclosure Never store the machine with gas in the...

Page 6: ...er See page 11 Never allow people or pets to ride on this machine If the machine should make an unusual noise or vibration shut off the Tow Vehicle and the DR ROTO HOG Premier Power Tiller Engines Vib...

Page 7: ...reviewing Figure 2 before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter For technical assistance please visit our website at www DRpower com DR ROTO HOG Premier Power Tiller Controls and Features NOTE...

Page 8: ...Figure 3 2 Secure the Wheels with the Washers and Cotter Pins that you removed during unpacking and bend the Cotter Pins with Pliers 3 Pull the Lift Handle Forward to lower the wheels Figure 2 on prev...

Page 9: ...tives Other types of Oil could cause problems operating your machine Please refer to your Engine Owner s Manual for detailed Oil information 1 Place the machine on a level surface and initially add 16...

Page 10: ...ion to the Tow Vehicle Draw Bar with a 1 2 13 x 1 1 4 Hex Bolt and 1 2 Lock nut Adjusting the Depth Stake The top Depth Stake Hole selects a till depth of 1 with each lower Hole increasing the till de...

Page 11: ...ntil you feel resistance then pull the cord with a smooth accelerating motion to start the Engine Do not let the Starter Handle snap back against the Engine One or two pulls usually starts the DR ROTO...

Page 12: ...c then apply before tilling to best integrate it into the soil 3 Check wetness in the soil to determine if clumping will require slower Tow Vehicle speeds Food Plot Installation and Sod Busting 1 Clea...

Page 13: ...aded condition raise the Tines for shallower tilling If the Engine is lightly loaded lower the Tines to increase the tilling depth If the soil is extremely hard and dry it may be desirable to cross ti...

Page 14: ...o connect and disconnect from your Tow Vehicle To transport the machine with your Tow Vehicle first raise the Tines to the MAX position lower the Wheels using the Lift Handle Never lift the machine wh...

Page 15: ...of the machine e g nuts bolts welds etc Clean Engine Exterior Cooling Fins Check the Tines Shear Bolts for wear Grease the Tines Shaft Check the Transmission Oil Level NOTE 1st time 5 to 8 hrs Clean...

Page 16: ...Figure 4 on page 9 using a Vacuum Pump Oil Drainer 2 Replace the Oil by following the instructions on page 9 NOTE Use SAE 30 High Detergent Oil classified For Service SF SG SH SJ or higher Do not use...

Page 17: ...essary to change the Oil in the Tiller Transmission If for any reason it must be changed Oil capacity is 22 oz Removing and Replacing the V Belt Replace the Tine Drive V Belt if damaged from slipping...

Page 18: ...ocation on the Drive Axles Should a Tine Assembly strike or pick up a large hidden object and jam the Shear Bolt holding the Tine Assembly to the drive shaft will shear or break protecting the drive c...

Page 19: ...FAST position and pull the Recoil Starter several times to clear out Gas The Spark Plug may be dirty or cracked change it if necessary If it s oily leave it out hold a rag over the Plug Hole and pull...

Page 20: ...IT position The Wheels and Depth Stake are incorrectly adjusted Readjust the Wheels and Depth Stake If your DR ROTO HOG Premier Power Tiller still bounces visit our website at www DRpower com The till...

Page 21: ...Contact us at www DRpower com 21 Notes...

Page 22: ...32 43 33012 Fender Plate 44 23295 Washer 10 45 37657 Bolt Hex 1 2 13 x 1 1 4 46 23279 Nut Nylon Lock 8 32 Ref Part Description 47 23306 Bolt Hex 5 16 24 x 1 48 33013 Pin Hitch 49 18458 Bolt Hex Head 3...

Page 23: ...Contact us at www DRpower com 23 Schematic Diagram Main Assembly...

Page 24: ...t Drive Housing 08 23343 Plug Oil 09 23351 Cap Bearing 10 23350 Bearing Roller 11 23304 Nut Hex 1 4 20 w Lock Washer 12 30315 Assembly Tine Shaft Sprocket 13 23345 Chain Roller Short Ref Part Descript...

Page 25: ...Contact us at www DRpower com 25 Notes...

Page 26: ...26 DR ROTO HOG Power Tiller Notes...

Page 27: ...quired maintenance as defined by the manufacturer s owner manuals The warranty holder is responsible for replacement of normally wearing parts such as the Drive Belt Tines Tires Shear Pins Spark Plug...

Page 28: ...dd the appropriate amount of stabilizer or gasoline additive Run the Engine for a short time to allow the additive to circulate Remove the Spark Plug and pour about 1 ounce of motor oil into the cylin...