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TIllING DePTHs
Avoid pushing down on the handlebars in an attempt to force the tiller to dig deeper.
Doing so takes the weight off the powered wheels, causing them to lose traction. Without
the wheels helping to hold the tiller back, the tines will attempt to propel the tiller – often
causing the tiller to skip rapidly across the ground. (Sometimes, slight downward pressure
on the handlebars will help get through a particularly tough section of sod or unbroken
ground, but in most cases this wont be necessary.)
Avoid trying to dig too deeply too quickly, especially when busting sod or when tilling soil
that hasn’t been tilled for some time. Use shallow depth regulator settings (only an inch or
two deep) for the first passes through the soil. With each succeeding pass, dig another inch
or two deeper. (Watering the area a few days prior to tilling will make the tilling easier, as
will letting the newly worked soil set for a day or two before making a final, deep tilling pass.
When cultivating (breaking up surface soil around plants to destroy weeds), adjust the
tines to dig only 1 to 2" (2.5 to 5 cm) deep. Using shallow tilling depths helps prevent injury
to plants whose roots often grow close to the surface. If needed, lift up on the handlebars
slightly to prevent the tines from digging too deeply. (Cultivating on a regular basis not only
eliminates weeds, it also loosens and aerates the soil for better moisture absorption and
faster plant growth.)
CHOOsING CORReCT WHeel AND TINe sPeeDs
With experience, you will find the “just right” tilling depth and tilling speed combination that
is best for your garden.
Set the engine throttle lever at a speed to give the engine adequate power and yet allow it
to operate at the slowest possible speed ... at least until you have achieved the maximum
tilling depth you desire. Faster engine speeds may be desirable when making final passes
through the seedbed or when cultivating. Selection of the correct engine speed, in relation
to the tilling depth, will ensure a sufficient power level to do the job without causing the
engine to labour.
WARNING: Before tilling, contact your telephone or utilities company
and inquire if underground equipment or lines are used on your property.
Do not till near buried electric cables, telephone lines, pipes or hoses.
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