Troy-Bilt 340 - Manual (Page 8)

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2. Insert the depth stake assembly into the frame and reinstall
the two screws removed earlier. Tighten the hex bolts
securely. See Fig. 3-6.
Screws
Depth Stake
Assembly
Figure 3-4
Secure the pin with the clip removed earlier. The depth stake can
be placed at various positions. For setup purposes it is suggested
that the depth stake be assembled with the stake just above or
level with the ground surface. For further instructions on the
Depth Stake refer to the Operation Section of this manual.
Adjustments
Wheels
The tiller is shipped with the wheels adjusted so that the
machine sits level. The wheels need to be adjusted to meet
your tilling needs before operation. This adjustment is made
by removing the clevis pin from the wheel yoke and raising the
wheels to the desired height. See Fig. 3-7.
Clevis
Pin
Cotter
Pin
Wheel Yoke
Depth
Stake
Figure 3-7
6. Tighten the bolt securely after securing the handle brace as
seen in Fig. 3–4.
Carriage Screw
Handle Brace
Bell Washer
Hand Knob
Figure 3-4
7. Locate the carriage screw, bell washer and hand knob
packed with your tiller.
8. Insert the carriage screw through the bracket on the handle,
bell washer, handle brace and into the hand knob. See Fig. 3–4.
9. Select one of the three handle height positions (three notches
in the welded handle bracket) and tighten the hand knob to
secure the handle in the desired position. See Fig. 3–4. Return
to the lower handle and tighten the hex bolt securely.
Depth Gauge
1. Remove the two screws from the depth stake assembly.
See Fig. 3-5.
Depth Stake
Assembly
Screws
Figure 3-4