MTD 450 - Manual (Page 8)

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Gear Selection Handle
The gear selection handle is located in the center of
the handle on the tiller. It is used to select NEUTRAL,
REVERSE, or one of the FORWARD mode. Pull or push
the handle so that the indicator on top of shift cover
points to the operating mode desired. See Figure 4-1.
Neutral
Transmission is in neutral.
Reverse
Reverse wheel drive.
Forward Modes
Wheels Forward: Forward wheel drive only.
Tines Reverse: Forward wheel drive and reverse tine
drive.
Tines Forward: Forward wheel and tine drive.
4
Know Your
Tiller
WARNING
Make certain unit is
in NEUTRAL when
starting the engine.
Figure 4-1
IMPORTANT: Use the reverse tine drive when tilling
virgin ground, sod, or hard soil. Use the forward tine drive
when cultivating or tilling soft ground.
NOTE: If difficulty is encountered in moving the gear
selection handle, refer to following helpful hints. To shift
into forward or reverse wheel drive, move tiller forward
slightly then backward to allow the gears to synchronize.
To shift into forward wheels and tine drive, push forward
slightly on the gear selection handle and slowly engage
the clutch control allowing the gears to synchronize. To
stop forward movement and tine drive, release the clutch
control. Do not shift gears with the clutch control engaged
except when engaging the tines.
WARNING: Make certain unit is in NEUTRAL
when starting the engine.
Gear Selection Handle
Handle Adjustment Lock
Depth Stake
Clutch Control
NOTE: Specifications are
subject to change without
notification or obligation.
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