MTD Front Tine Tiller — Model 241 - Manual (Page 6)

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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
the machine indoors
or while the 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
Know Your Tiller
WARNING: Read, understand, and
follow all instructions and warnings
posted on the machine and in this
manual before operating.
Tine Clutch Control
The clutch control lever is located on the upper handle.
Squeezing the lever against the handle engages the tine
drive. Release the lever to stop the tines from turning.
Rear Wheel with Depth Stake
The depth stake and wheel are located at the rear of
the tiller. Both may be adjusted. Refer to the “Wheel
Position” and “Depth Stake” sections for instructions.
Handle Knobs
The handle height may be adjusted. Loosen the knobs
and remove the carriage bolts to change the position.
Reinstall and tighten the hardware when complete.
Engine Controls
NOTE: See the separate engine manual for additional
information and functions of the engine controls.
Throttle Control
The throttle control lever is located on the engine. It
controls the engine’s speed and stops the engine.
• With the throttle control moved completely to the left,
the carburetor is in START or FAST position. Use
maximum engine speed for deep tilling.
• Move the throttle control lever to the right to reduce
engine speed. Throttle control should be at IDLE for
transporting the tiller.
• Move the throttle all the way to the right to stop the
engine.
Primer
The primer, located on the engine, is used to pump gas
into the carburetor and aid in starting the engine. Use it
to start a cold engine, but do not use it to restart a warm
engine after a short shutdown.
Recoil Starter
The recoil starter is located on the engine and is used to
manually start the engine.
Tine
Clutch
Control
Clutch Cable
Recoil
Starter
Tines
Handle Knobs
Rear Wheel
with Depth
Stake