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OMM141979

Issue J9

Mechanical Tiller

30-Inch Serial No. (010001-)

Introduction

Thank You for Purchasing This Product
Using Your Operator's Manual

Product Identification

Record Identification Numbers

Safety

Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
WARNING (A)
CAUTION (B)
CAUTION (C)
Operate Safely
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Practice Safe Maintenance

Prepare Vehicle

Remove Mower Deck
Ballasting Requirements

Installing

Park Vehicle Safely
Setting Depth Control Knob
Move Implement Lift Lever
Put Tiller Frame Rails In Transport Position
Install Tiller On Tractor Rear-Frame Mounting Hardware
Engage Frame Support Rod
Lock Frame Wheels into Storage Position
Disengage Frame Support Rod
Fasten Frame Clip Latches And Install Belt
Fasten Tiller Lift Rod to Tractor Lift Link
Adjust Tiller Lift Height

Removing

Park Vehicle Safely
Move Implement Lift Lever
Disconnect Tiller Lift Rod From Tractor Lift Link And Unhook Right Clip Latch
Disengage Belt And Unhook Left Clip Latch
Engage Frame Support Rod
Lock Frame Wheels Into Engage Position
Disengage Frame Support Rod
Remove Tiller From Tractor Rear-Frame Mounting Hardware

Operating

Tilling Tips
Before Tilling
Move Implement to "LOWER" Position
Move Implement to "RAISE" Position
Move Implement to "FLOAT" Position
Using Depth Control Knob
Adjusting Tilling Depth
Operating Tiller
Inspecting Or Unplugging Tiller
Parking Tiller
Transporting Tiller

Service

Service Intervals
Checking Belt Tension
Cleaning Under Belt Shield
Lubricating Drive Sheave Bearing
Lubricating Rear Jackshaft
Remove Primary Drive Belt
Install Primary Drive Belt
Remove Secondary Drive Belt
Install Secondary Drive Belt
Replacing Tines
Replacing Shaft Bolts
Grease

Troubleshooting

Using Troubleshooting Chart

Storage

Storing Tiller

Assembly

Identify Parts - 30 Inch Mechanical Tiller
Install Tractor Rear-Frame Hardware
Install Tractor Mid-Frame Mounting Pins
Install Clips On Tiller Frame Rails
Put Tiller Frame Rails In Transport Position
Install Lift Handle And Idler Sheave
Adjust Tiller Lift Rod

Specifications

Tiller Specifications

Quality Statement

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