EarthQuake 20908 - Manual (Page 13)

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Operator’s Manual
Badger 20908 Front Tine Tiller
Cold Starts
1. Push ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
2. Move choke lever to full choke position.
3. Pull starting rope out slowly one time and allow to return
normally.
4. Pull starting rope out rapidly and allow rope to return
normally.
5. When engine starts, gradually move choke lever to no
choke position.
NOTE: The Kohler engine installed on this tiller is fixed
speed and does not have a throttle control.
Restarting A Warm Engine
Restarting an engine that is already warm from previous
running does not normally require the use of the choke.
1. Push ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
2. Pull starting rope out rapidly until engine starts. Allow
rope to return normally. Repeat until engine starts.
Shutting Down
To stop the engine at any time, put the ON/OFF switch to the
OFF or STOP position. To stop wheels and tines at any time,
release the drive safety control to the NEUTRAL position.
Tilling
1. Adjust the depth regulator lever to achieve desired tilling
depth.
NOTE: Raise depth regulator lever up one hole at a time,
testing tiller operation after each raise. Raising
depth regulator lever too high can result in loss of
control of tiller!
2. Place the tiller in motion by pushing down on the drive
safety control lever; this will engage the tines.
OPERATION
Pre-Start Inspection
1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts and
bolts are secure.
2. Check oil level in engine crankcase. See your engine
manual for procedure and specifications.
3. Inspect air cleaner for cleanliness. See your engine
manual for procedure.
4. Check the fuel supply. Fill the fuel tank no closer than one
inch from top of tank to provide space for expansion. See
your engine manual for fuel recommendations.
5. Be sure spark plug wire is attached and spark plug is
tightened securely.
6. Check position of wheels.
7. Check depth regulator lever position.
8. Examine underneath and around engine for signs of oil or
fuel leaks.
9. Inspect fuel hoses for tightness and fuel seepage.
10. Look for signs of engine damage.
11. Remove excessive debris from muffler area and recoil
starter.
12. Turn fuel shutoff valve to the ON position if engine
is equipped with one. It’s located between tank and
carburetor.
START-UP
The ON/OFF switch and choke lever required to cold start
the rototiller are located on the engine and are marked with
ON/OFF and choke control symbols (See Operation Control
Symbols in the Controls and Operating Symbols section of this
manual). SEE FIGURE 9
A description of engine operation and all related precautions
and procedures can be found in the engine manufacturer’s
manual that accompanies each tiller.
GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND MUST BE
HANDLED WITH CARE. NEVER FILL THE TANK WHEN
THE ENGINE IS HOT OR RUNNING. ALWAYS MOVE
OUTDOORS TO FILL THE TANK.
WARNING
CHOKE
LEVER
ON/OFF
SWITCH
FIGURE 9