Operator’s Manual
BADGER Front Tine Tiller
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PROBLEM
REMEDY/ACTION
Engine will not start
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Add gas to gas tank.
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Connect spark plug wire to spark plug.
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ON/OFF switch must be turned ON and engine choked
for a cold start (if equipped with a choke).
Engine runs rough, floods during operation
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Clean or replace air cleaner.
Engine is hard to start
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Drain old fuel and replace with fresh. Use gas stabilizer
at end of season.
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Make sure spark plug wire is securely attached to spark
plug.
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Drive safety control lever must be released to neutral to
start the engine.
Engine misses or lacks power
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Raise the tines for shallow tilling by raising the depth
regulator drag stake.
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Clean or replace air cleaner.
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Improper carburetor adjustment, take to authorized
engine service center.
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Replace spark plug and adjust gap.
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Drain and refill gas tank with fresh fuel.
Tiller moves forward during starting
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Drive safety control lever must be released to neutral to
start the engine.
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Check belt tension.
Tiller is difficult to control when tilling
(Machine jumps or lurches forward)
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Lower the depth regulator drag stake for greater
resistance and control of the machine.
Belts squeal in forward operation
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Check belt tension and adjust if necessary.
Constant buzzing sound is heard while engagement lever is com-
pressed
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Fully compress engagement lever
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Properly space wire guide from idler pulley to clear belt
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Check belt tension and adjust if necessary.
NOTE: If engagement lever is fully compressed, wire
guide is properly adjusted, and cable has reached
full adjustment and buzzing persists, the belt may be
stretched and may need to be replaced. *
Excessive heat build up in transmission/tine area during tilling
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Remove vegetation.
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Check transmission fluid and fill if needed.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR
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.
* Please contact 800-345-6007 for service parts
