How to use your tiller, Stopping (see fig. 9), Depth stake (see fig. 10) – Poulan CHDR500B User Manual
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OPERATION
The operation of any tiiier can result in foreigr objects thrown into the eyes, which can
result
in
severe
eye
damage.
Always
wear
safety
glasses
or
eye
shields
before
starting
your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles
or standard safety glasses.
HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER
Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and
oil or attempting to start engine.
STOPPING (See Fig. 9)
TINES AND DRIVE
» Release drive control bar to stop movement.
•
Move shift lever to “N” (neutral) position.
ENGINE
•
Move throttle control to “STOP” position. If equipped
with stop switch, move switch to “STOP” position.
•
Never use choke to stop engine.
DEPTH STAKE (See
Fig.
10)
The depth stake can be raised or lowered to allow you more
versatile tilling and cultivating, or to more easily transport
your tiller.
TILLING (See Fig. 11)
•
Release depth stake pin. Puli the depth stake up for
increased tilling depth. Place depth stake pin in hole of
depth stake to lock in position.
•
Place shift lever indicator in till position.
•
Hold the drive control bar against the handle to start
tilling movement. Tines and wheels will both turn.
•
Move throttle control to “FAST” position for deep tilling.
To cultivate, throttle control can be set at any desired
speed, depending on how fast or slow you wish to
cultivate.
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS RELEASE DRIVE CONTROL BAR
BEFORE MOVING SHIFT LEVER INTO ANOTHER
POSITION.
TINE OPERATION - WITH WHEEL DRIVE
•
Always release drive control bar before moving shift
lever into another position.
•
Tjne movement is achieved by moving shift lever to
(S)till
position and engaging drive control bar.
FORWARD-WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED
•
Release drive control barand move shift lever indicator
to “F” (forward) position. Engage drive control bar and
tiiier will move forward.
REVERSE - WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED
DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND TILLER.
Release the drive control bar.
Move throttle control to “SLOW” position.
Move shift lever indicator to “R” (reverse) position.
Hold drive control bar against the handle to start tiller
movement,
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