RMT55H
20195 South Diamond Lake Road, STE 100
Rogers, MN 55374
800.621-2789
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3.
Pushing down means slowing down or even standing still. This directs the drag stake into
the soil, thus holding the tiller back.
4.
Adjust throttle for desired speed and depth of tines.
5.3
Throttle Control Lever
The throttle control lever, located on the engine, controls engine speed. When starting, place
control lever in center position. Then adjust to desired speed. To stop engine, move throttle
control lever to low idle position. Push ignition stop switch on engine.
5.4
Engage Lever
The clutch is disengaged when clutch lever is away from handle grip. To engage clutch, depress
clutch lever to handle.
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OPERATION
6.1
Before Operating
1.
Check your tiller. Be sure all bolts are tight. After several hours of operating and at
periodic maintenance intervals, check all fasteners and tighten securely as required.
2.
Check oil and fill according to the engine owner’s manual.
⚠
WARNING:
Engine is shipped from factory without oil. You must add engine oil before
starting engine. If engine is started without oil engine may be damaged beyond repair and will
not be covered by warranty.
3.
Read engine manual for full instructions and safety warnings.
4.
Place tiller on level ground.
5.
Remove dipstick. Wipe with clean cloth.
6.
Reinsert dipstick (do not screw dipstick back in). Remove dipstick and check.
7.
Oil should be at FULL level.
8.
If oil is required, add slowly. Recheck level.
9.
Change oil if contaminated.
10.
Tighten dipstick and clean around oil fill area before starting.
11.
Fill engine with clean unleaded gasoline according to the engine owner’s manual.
⚠
WARNING:
Gasoline is flammable. Use caution when handling or storing gasoline. Never fill
the gas tank while the engine is running or hot. Allow the engine to cool before adding gas. Clean
any spilled gasoline.
12.
Check the air cleaner element. Ensure that the air filter is clean and maintained according
to engine owners manual
13.
Familiarize yourself with all operating controls.
