Troy-Bilt 12208 - Manual (Page 12)

Section 3: Features and Controls
Depth Regulator Lever
This lever (G, Figure 3-5) controls the
tilling depth of the tines. Pull the lever
straight back and slide it up or down to
engage the notched height settings.
The highest notch (lever all the way down)
raises the tines approximately 1-1/2" off
the ground. This “travel” setting allows
the tiller to be moved without the tines
digging into the ground. Also use this
setting when starting the engine.
Move the lever upward to increase the
tilling depth. The lowest notch allows a
tilling depth of approximately 6",
depending on soil conditions.
For best results, always begin tilling at
a very shallow depth setting and
gradually increase the tilling depth.
Handlebar Height Adjustment
The handlebar height is adjustable to
three different settings (see Figure 3-6).
As a general rule, adjust the handlebars
so they are at waist level when the tines
are 3"-4” into the soil.
To Adjust the Handlebars:
1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark
plug wire from the spark plug and allow
the engine to cool.
Z. Remove the screws, lockwashers and
nuts, reposition the handlebars, and
reinstall the hardware.
ENGINE CONTROLS
Refer to the engine manufacturer’s Engine
Owner’s Manual (included in the tiller lit­
erature package) to identify the controls
on your engine.
IMPORTANT: The control for stopping the
engine is located on the engine.
Figure 3-6: Hanillebar height adjustment.
Figure 3-5: Depth Regutator Lever (G).
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WARNING
• Do not attempt to till too deeply too
quickly. Gradually work down to
deeper tilling depths.
• Place the Depth Regulator Lever in
the “travel” position before starting
the engine. This position prevents
the tines from touching the ground
until you are ready to begin tilling.
Failure to follow this warning could
result in personal injury or property
damage.
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