Ryobi 454- Manuals

6 • Push the cable through the hole in the center of the handle and snap in the plastic fitting. See Figure 3. Figure 3 • Remove slot head screw, nut, and two flat washers from the clutch bail. See Figure 4. • Fasten the threaded eyebolt onto bail by securing from top with slot head screw, flat wash...

7 NOTE: A secondary cable adjustment is available if you reach the point that additional adjustment isneeded. Remove the belt cover and move the hex nutsat the other end of the cable towards the end of thecasing. Then readjust the hex nuts at the handle. Tire Pressure The tires on your unit may be o...

8 • To shift into forward wheels and tine drive, push forward slightly on the gear selection handle and slowly engage the clutch control allowing the gears to synchronize. • To stop forward movement and tine drive, release the clutch control. Do not shift gears with the clutch control engaged except...

9 To Stop Engine • Move throttle control to STOP or OFF position. • Disconnect spark plug wire and ground to prevent accidentally starting while equipment is unattended. NOTE: After the first ten hours of operation, recheck the clutch adjustment. Refer to final clutch adjustmentin Assembly Instructi...

10 SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running,except where specified in operator’smanual. Handle Adjustment The handle height may be adjusted to the desired height. Refer to the handle adjustment in Know Your Tiller section. Belt Tension ...

11 Wheel Shafts Remove wheel assemblies and lubricate the axle shafts at least once a season. Cleaning Tine Area Clean the underside of the tine shield after each use. The dirt washes off the tines easier if rinsed off immediately instead of after it dries. Always towel dry the tiller afterwards and...

12 SECTION 7: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer. Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position (if so eq...

14 SECTION 8: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 454 52 13 29 55 16 53 55 16 46 31 28 12 45 17 17 44 36 6 3 33 15 27 5 36 43 4 20 40 21 1 34 18 10 42 23 7 22 36 8 47 32 37 50 25 10 9 24 36 51 34 45 26 41 36 55 16 29 19 49 44 33 14 55 16 2 14 28 35 16 14 11 48 14 54

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “MTD” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) year...

6 • Push the cable through the hole in the center of the handle and snap in the plastic fitting. See Figure 3. Figure 3 • Remove slot head screw, nut, and two flat washers from the clutch bail. See Figure 4. • Fasten the threaded eyebolt onto bail by securing from top with slot head screw, flat wash...

7 NOTE: A secondary cable adjustment is available if you reach the point that additional adjustment isneeded. Remove the belt cover and move the hex nutsat the other end of the cable towards the end of thecasing. Then readjust the hex nuts at the handle. Tire Pressure The tires on your unit may be o...

8 • To shift into forward wheels and tine drive, push forward slightly on the gear selection handle and slowly engage the clutch control allowing the gears to synchronize. • To stop forward movement and tine drive, release the clutch control. Do not shift gears with the clutch control engaged except...

9 To Stop Engine • Move throttle control to STOP or OFF position. • Disconnect spark plug wire and ground to prevent accidentally starting while equipment is unattended. NOTE: After the first ten hours of operation, recheck the clutch adjustment. Refer to final clutch adjustmentin Assembly Instructi...

10 SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running,except where specified in operator’smanual. Handle Adjustment The handle height may be adjusted to the desired height. Refer to the handle adjustment in Know Your Tiller section. Belt Tension ...

11 Wheel Shafts Remove wheel assemblies and lubricate the axle shafts at least once a season. Cleaning Tine Area Clean the underside of the tine shield after each use. The dirt washes off the tines easier if rinsed off immediately instead of after it dries. Always towel dry the tiller afterwards and...

12 SECTION 7: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer. Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position (if so eq...

14 SECTION 8: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 454 52 13 29 55 16 53 55 16 46 31 28 12 45 17 17 44 36 6 3 33 15 27 5 36 43 4 20 40 21 1 34 18 10 42 23 7 22 36 8 47 32 37 50 25 10 9 24 36 51 34 45 26 41 36 55 16 29 19 49 44 33 14 55 16 2 14 28 35 16 14 11 48 14 54

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “MTD” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) year...