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Do not stand directly behind tiller.

Rapid retraction of the starter cord (kickback) will pull your 
handand arm toward the engine faster than you can let go. 
Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could result.

4.     Pull the recoil starter until the engine starts. Return the recoil 

to the home position after each pull. Repeat the steps as 
needed. Once engine has started, set the throttle to the FAST 
position before you operate the unit.

TINE OPERATION - SHIFT LEVER

•     Always release drive control bar before moving shift lever into 

another position.

•     Tine movement is achieved by moving shift lever to either the 

counter rotating till position ( 

 ) or the forward rotating 

till position ( 

 ) and engaging drive control bar.

FORWARD - WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED

•     Release drive control bar and move shift lever indicator to 

“F”  (forward)  position.  Engage  drive  control  bar  and  tiller 
will move forward.

REVERSE - WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED

•     Release the drive control bar.

•     Move throttle control to “SLOW” position.

•     Move shift lever indicator to “R” (reverse) position.

•     Hold drive control bar against the handle and tiller will move backward.

If you find the shift lever difficult to move or find it hard to shift 
gears, try one of the following: 

•     Briefly engage the drive control bar, and release, or

•     Rock the tiller forward and backward using the handles

DEPTH STAKE

The depth stake (see 

Figure 7

) can be raised or lowered to allow 

you more versatile tilling and cultivating, or to more easily 
transport your tiller.

Figure 7

Limiter

Depth Stake Pin Lever

Deepest Tilling

Shallowest Tilling

Transport Position

DRAG BAR

The drag stake (see 

Figure 8

) should be raised when tilling in the 

counter rotating ( 

 ) till position. The drag stake should be 

lowered when tilling in the forward rotating ( 

 ) till position.

TILLING

Tilling is digging in, turning over and breaking up garden soil and 
prepare a seedbed for planting. Best tilling depth is 4” (100mm) to 
6” (150mm). A tiller will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation.
The decomposition of this vegetation matter enriches the soil.

Avoid tilling soil that is too dry as it will pulverize and produce a 
dust that will not hold water. Water a few days before tilling.  Also, 
tilling soil that is too wet will produce unsatisfactory clods. Wait a 
day or two after heavy rain for the soil to dry.

better growth will be obtained if an area is tilled properly and 
used soon after tilling to preserve the moisture content.

Lowered Position

Raised Position

Figure 8

Drag Bar Pin Lever

3.     Move  the  throttle  control 

lever slightly forward to about 
¼ of the way (slightly toward 
the fast position).

Throttle Control Lever

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Summary of Contents for YT4565

Page 1: ...perator s Manual FOR YOUR SAFETY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE MODEL NUMBER YT4565 SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASE DATE Both model number and serial number may be found on the...

Page 2: ...ooking for outdoor power equipment OPE to get the job done right at the right price YARDMAX delivers the perfect combination of performance and practicality YARDMAX has a solution that s right for you...

Page 3: ...ENGINE MANUAL The Engine Manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues regarding performance power rating specifications warranty and service Please refer to the Engine Manufacturer s owne...

Page 4: ...ber YT4565 Engine Briggs Stratton Displacement 208 cc Start Type Recoil Fuel Tank Size 75 gal Transmission Chain Gear Speeds 1 Forward 1 Reverse Tire Size 13 5 Tines 10 Tiller 2 Hammer Tine Direction...

Page 5: ...damage If the unit is to be used by someone other than original purchaser or is to be loaned rented or sold always provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation The user can pre...

Page 6: ...he engine inside a closed area The exhaust fumes are dangerous containing carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Operate this unit only in a well ventilated outdoor area Do not tamper with the eng...

Page 7: ...oroughly inspect the machine for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the machine Use extreme caution when in reverse or pulling the machine towards you Do not overload the...

Page 8: ...Manual 6 Tools for Spark Plug Assembly CONTENTS SUPPLIED Your YARDMAX rear tine tiller comes partially assembled and contains the following TOUCH UP PAINT Orange 1 4 Light Gray 1 HARDWARE KIT 7 6 5 2...

Page 9: ...ottle for shipping First remove the M6 60 bolt and nut from the throttle Then align the hole in throttle control and the hole in the upper handle See Figure 4 Insert the M6 60 bolt and screw the nut t...

Page 10: ...ure 5a Illustration 4 5 Fasten the M8 25 bolt washer and plastic screw head into the first hole of depth stake Hold the plastic screw head in place with pliers while screwing the bolt in see Figure 5a...

Page 11: ...l Fuel Shut Off Valve Throttle Control Outer Side Shield Leveling Shield Operation Handle Tines Throttle Control Shift Lever Drive Control Bar Handle Height Adjustment Drag Bar Depth Stake 10 Dual Rot...

Page 12: ...n and 2 for operating the tines in forward F or reverse R Moving the shift lever to the far left F position will cause the tines to rotate clockwise when you engage the drive control bar This position...

Page 13: ...missions control system components Filling to the recommended level ensures a vapor gap required to allow for fuel expansion Pay close attention while filling the fuel tank to ensure that the recommen...

Page 14: ...e control bar and release or Rock the tiller forward and backward using the handles DEPTH STAKE The depth stake see Figure 7 can be raised or lowered to allow you more versatile tilling and cultivatin...

Page 15: ...d depth is obtained by going over the garden two or three times In later case the depth regulator rod should be lowered before each succeeding pass over the garden Passes should be made across the len...

Page 16: ...g wire Figure 10 Jam Nut Adjustment Nut Adjustment Nut LOOSEN TIGHTEN 1 3 2 Jam Nut Jam Nut 8mm 6mm 8mm 6mm ADJUSTING CLUTCH If clutch becomes difficult to engage follow these steps to adjust the cabl...

Page 17: ...ard to expose the belt assembly See Figure 12b illustration 2 3 Slidethebeltrolleroffitsstudbelowthelargetransmissionpulley See Figure 12b illustration 3 4 Remove the belt from the engine and idler pu...

Page 18: ...lights or any ignition sources 5 Inspect for any loose or damaged parts Repair or replace damaged parts and tighten loose screws nuts or bolts 6 Store your unit on flat ground in a clean dry building...

Page 19: ...not increase properly when throttle control is adjusted 1 Debris interfering with throttle linkage 2 Improperthrottlelinkageadjustment 1 Clean dirt and debris 2 Refer to Engine Manual to check and adj...

Page 20: ...PARTS DIAGRAM 19 YT4565PM02 1704 Parts Diagram...

Page 21: ...Gearbox 20 Dual Rotating Rear Tine Tiller Operator s Manual YT4565PM02 1704 Parts Diagram...

Page 22: ...B Style Sprig Nut M8 2 90 Blade 1 2 91 Lock Nut M8 3 92 Bolt M8 25 3 93 Tine Shield 1 94 Spring 2 95 Pin 2 96 C Clip 2 97 Handle Mount Bracket 2 1 98 Handle Mount Bracket 1 1 99 Handle Support Frame...

Page 23: ...t 5 16 24 UNF 25 1 153 Spring Washer 8 1 154 Bolt M10 290 1 155 Counterweight 1 1 156 Bolt M8 40 4 157 Spacer 1 1 158 Tensioner Pulley Shaft 1 159 Bolt M8 30 1 160 Belt Block Rod 1 161 Big Flat Washer...

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