Operator’s Manual
BADGER Front Tine Tiller
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the BADGER Tiller from Earthquake®. We have worked to ensure that this tiller meets the highest stan-
dards 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
Introduction/Contents/Registration and Service .............................................................................................................................................................2
Warnings and Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 3-6
Safety Decals ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Hazard Symbols and Meanings ...............................................................................................................................................................................................8
Features ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Unpacking and Assembly ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 10-12
Controls and Operating Symbols/Controls ................................................................................................................................................................ 12-13
Operation ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
Maintenance ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15-17
Storage ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................17
Troubleshooting and Repair ...................................................................................................................................................................................................18
Warranty Terms and Conditions ............................................................................................................................................................................................19
Illustrated Parts Breakdown............................................................................................................................................................................................. 20-25
OWNERSHIP RECORDS
Owner’s Name:
Owner’s Address:
City:
State/Province:
Zip Code/Postal Code:
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
Notes:
Record the product 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 vis-
iting www.getearthquake.com, or by mailing it to: Ardisam, 1160
8th Avenue, Cumberland, WI 54829. You may also call our Custom-
er Service department at (800) 345-6007 Mondays through Fridays
from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST.
Read and keep this manual for future reference. This manual contains important information on SAFETY, ASSEMBLY, OP-
ERATION, 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. This information must be included to
make sure state laws and other laws are followed. All persons to whom rent/loan this unit must have access to and under-
stand this information. This manual should remain with the product even if it is resold.
Registration and Service
Serial
Number
Decal