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OPERATOR’S POSITION (See Fig. 1)
When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it
means when you are in the operating position (standing
behind tiller handles).
Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.
To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use
the correct tools as necessary ensure proper tightness.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard
wrench sizes are listed.
(1) Utility Knife
Fig. 1
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK
(2) Carriage Bolts
5/16”-18 unc x 2-1/2”
(1) Carriage Bolt
5/16”-18 unc x 4-1/2”
(1) Clevis Pin
(1) Hairpin Clip
Manual
(3) Handle Knobs
(1) Washer
ASSEMBLY
RIGHT
LEFT
OPERATOR'S POSITION
FRONT
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
UNPACK CARTON & INSTALL HANDLE
(See Fig. 2 and 3)
CAUTION: Be careful of exposed
sta ples when handling or disposing of
carton material.
IMPORTANT
: WHEN UNPACKING AND AS SEM BLING TILLER,
BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE(S).
• Cut cable ties securing handle column.
• Remove all packing from carton.
• Remove lower handle column from carton.
• Position lower handle column between bent tubes,
lining up holes as shown.
• Secure lower handle column using two (2) 4-1/2" car-
riage bolts, two (2) washers and two (2) handle knobs.
Tighten securely.
TINE
CONTROL
CABLE
KNOBS
BOLTS
UPPER
HANDLE
COLUMN
• Remove upper handle column from carton.
•
Route cable(s) as shown and slide upper handle column
onto lower handle column.
•
Secure upper handle column using two (2) 2-1/2" car-
riage bolts and two (2) handle knobs. Tighten se cure ly.
• Cut away carton.
•
Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid. Re move tiller from
skid by pulling backwards.
KNOBS
WASHERS
BENT
TUBES
BOLTS
LOWER HANDLE
LOWER HANDLE
COLUMN
COLUMN
