MTD 390 Series - Manual (Page 8)

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Operating
Your Tiller
WARNING
The tine clutch control
is a safety device. Never
attempt to bypass its
operation.
Use extreme care when
handling gasoline.
Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors
are explosive. Never fuel
tiller indoors or while
engine is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.
Keep hands and feet away
from the tines. Refer to
warning label on the unit.
Figure 4–1: The major parts of the tiller
Your Tiller
WARNING: Read, understand, and
follow all instructions and warnings
posted on the machine and in this
manual before operating.
Forward Tine Engagement Lever
The forward tine control lever is located beneath the
upper section of the handle. Squeezing the lever against
the handle engages the tine drive. Release the lever to
stop the tines from turning.
Reverse Tine Engagement Lever
The reverse tine control lever is located on top of the
upper section of the handle. Pulling the lever toward
operator engages the tines in reverse. Release the lever
to stop the tines from turning in reverse.
Note: Never engage both the forward and reverse tine
drives at the same time. Engaging both forward and
reverse tine drives at the same time could damage the
belt drives and cause the engin to stall.
Depth Stake
The depth stake controls the tilling depth. Refert to
Operating Your Tiller later in this section for further
instructions on its use.
Tines and End Caps
Tilling tines and end caps are used to cultivate, furrow
and prepare your garden for seeding. End caps are used
to avoid tilled soil from overflowing onto unwanted areas.
Handle Knob
The handle height may be adjusted. Loosen the knob to
change the position. Tighten hardware when complete.
Engine Controls
NOTE: Refer to engine manual for additional information
and functions of the engine controls.
Throttle Control
The throttle controls engine’s speed. Use maximum
engine speed when tilling. Stop the engine when
tranporting the tiller.
Choke Lever
Choke lever is located next to the throttle lever. It is used
to enrich the fuel mixture when starting a cold engine.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is located on the right side of the engine
and is used to manually start the engine.
Handle
Reverse Tine
Engagement Lever
Forward Tine
Engagement Lever
Depth Stake
End Cap
Throttle Control
Handle Knob
Tiller Tines