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TAblE OF COnTEnTS

Your new YARDMAX™ dual rotating rear tine tiller offers 
quality construction, and is easy and safe to operate. 
With proper use and care, it is designed to give you many 
years of dependable service.

Take on any job with ease, portability, and convenience 
while experiencing the durability of your new rear tine 
tiller!

Discover the YARDMAX Advantage

At YARDMAX, we understand that land ownership 
definitely has its privileges, but it also comes with a 
great deal of responsibility. When duty calls and you 
need to respond, will you have what it takes to tame the  
great outdoors? 

When looking 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. 

MAX Performance, MAX Value, MAX Support —  
that’s YARDMAX

Backed by decades of proven manufacturing expertise 
Enhanced design features come standard
Engineered for the best user experience
Quality metal parts are used instead of plastic 
A robust warranty supports all products

Budget-friendly prices make it practical

Up for the job? YARDMAX is. 






Introduction

1

Specifications

3

Symbols

4

Safety

5

Unpacking the Container

6

Contents Supplied

7

Assembly

8

Know Your Machine

10

Operation

12

Maintenance

15

Storage

17

Troubleshooting

17

Parts Diagram

19

Parts list

21

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YT4565PM02 - 1704

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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...

Page 24: ...Tame the Great Outdoors TM 1850 W Winchester Rd Suite 106 Libertyville IL 60048 844 YARDMAX 844 927 3629 info yardmax com yardmax com...

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