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Operation

Adding Gas and Oil

Remove gas cap. Place funnel securely and add fuel.
Do not top off. 

Secure the gas cap and wipe off any excess fuel. 
See Figure 1-6.

Place the tiller on a level surface.

Remove the filler cap. Place the funnel securely and add oil.
Do not top off. Check dipstick to confirm adequate amount
of oil.

Secure the  oil cap and wipe off any excess oil. 
See Figure 1-9.

We recommend the use of 10W-30 oil. Other high-quality
detergent oils are acceptable if classified for service SF, SG,
SH. SJ or higher.

Do not use special additives.

Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for
the engine. Use the chart to select the best
viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected.

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WARNING:

 Use extreme care when handling gasoline.

Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are
explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the
engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars,
pipes and any other sources of ignition.

IMPORTANT:

 Use only Regular Octane Fuel.

IMPORTANT:

 We recommend using 10W-30 Oil.

Figure 1-6

Figure 1-7

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86
68
50
32
14

-4

-22

40
30
20
10
0
-10
-20
-30

°C

°F

SAE 30

10W-30

SYNTHETIC 5W-30

5W-30  

GAS

OIL

Summary of Contents for PTG1121HD

Page 1: ...arning The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm support pulsar products com 866 591 8921 STOP D...

Page 2: ...This machine is a precision piece of power equipment Therefore exercise extreme caution at all times Regularly inspect the tiller Make sure parts are not bent damaged or loose Use this equipment for...

Page 3: ...lling Always be sure of your footing keep a firm hold on the handle and walk never run Never operate the tiller at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces If the equipment should start to vibrate a...

Page 4: ...ners on the ground away from your vehicle before filling CHILDREN SAFETY Remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equ...

Page 5: ...thrown For safety protection frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer s O E M parts only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the origi...

Page 6: ...Quantity A A Tiller Body Upper Handle 1 B Wheel 2 Part Description Quantity E Tines D Tiller Protective Shield 1 2 C Depth Regulator 1 F Bumper 1 G Use And Care Guide 1 Part Description Quantity AA B...

Page 7: ...t to secure See Figure 1 2 Figure 1 2 3 1 Assembling the Upper Handle 2 Assembling the Depth Regulator 4 Assembling the Tines First attach the depth regulator to the drag bar holder choose proper heig...

Page 8: ...tive shield end caps to the main protective shield and secures with M6x16 bolts and M6 nuts See Figure 1 5 5 WARNING Make sure the tiller protective shield is installed in place before starting the ma...

Page 9: ...ified for service SF SG SH SJ or higher Do not use special additives Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor t...

Page 10: ...the tillers action to start the self propell and tine rotation ON OFF SWITCH The On Off switch is needed to start and stop the tiller 2 DEPTH REGULATOR TINES In hard compacted soil it helps restrain t...

Page 11: ...tion Press the primer bulb 3 times Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt then pull rapidly RESTARTING A WARM ENGINE Put the engine switch located on the back of the engine on the I po...

Page 12: ...e of muffler and nearby areas may exceed 150 F Avoid these areas Do not move choke control to stop engine backfire or engine damage may occur To stop wheels and tines at any time release drive safety...

Page 13: ...ollably lower the depth regulator by placing the cleves pin in a higher hole This will allow for shallower tilling Hold firmly to the handlebars to control sudden lurches If weeds tall grasses vines o...

Page 14: ...und gasoline Use only a nonflammable solvent not gasoline to clean parts Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from all fuel related parts Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with light oil o...

Page 15: ...the life of your tiller Service more frequently when used in dusty areas MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15 Before Each Use Maintenance Operation Belt Tension Engine Oil Air Filter Tiller Transmission Oil Tine S...

Page 16: ...lubrication of moving mechanical parts is critical for proper care and maintenance Oil the moving parts shown at 10 hour intervals using a 30 weight oil CLEAN TINE AXLE SHAFT Turn off engine Engine mu...

Page 17: ...to a suitable storage location If you have chosen to use a fuel stabilizer and have not drained the fuel system follow all safety instructions storage precautions in this manual to prevent the possib...

Page 18: ...ngine Oil Engine oil is not at proper level The spark plug is fouled The air filter is clogged The fuel is contaminated The carburetor is out of adjustment Excessive vibration and noise Tighten all fa...

Page 19: ...Part Description Quantity AA Drive Pulley 1 BB Wheel 2 CC Forward Belt 1 Part Description Quantity DD Air cleaner Assy 1 EE Recoil 1 FF Tines 4 Air Filter Assembly Recoil Forward Belt Driven Pulley T...

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