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Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; FINDING MODEL NUMBER

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices................................................................... 3 Loose Parts & Hardware Pack ........................................................................... 5 Assembling Your Tiller .................................

Page 3 - SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle; DANGER; TRAINING

3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. ...

Page 4 - Maintenance And Storage

4 4. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area. 5. Be careful when tilling in hard ground. The tines may catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward. If this occurs, let go of the handleba...

Page 5 - SECTION 2: LOOSE PARTS

5 SECTION 2: LOOSE PARTS Handle Assembly Depth Stake Assembly Control Rod NOTE: Cable tie not shown.

Page 6 - SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLER; Unpacking

6 SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLER IMPORTANT: The Engine is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, see separate engine manual for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations. NOTE: Left and right is determined from the operator’s position, standing behind the tiller. Tools Required For Ass...

Page 7 - Attaching The Clutch Cable; Attaching The Control Rod

7 Figure 3 Attaching The Clutch Cable Attach the clutch cable to the handle as follows (be careful not to kink the cable). • Remove threaded eyebolt and nut from the end of the cable. • Route the clutch cable to the right side of the handle mounting brackets and underneath the handle. • Push the cab...

Page 8 - Tire Pressure; SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR TILLER

8 Now move the shift lever to FORWARD (Wheels Forward) position. Carefully engage the clutch by lifting the clutch control bail against the handle. The wheels should spin. If the wheels do not spin with the unit in forward, adjust by unthreading the tube at the end of the cable a few turns counter-c...

Page 9 - SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR TILLER; Before Starting; To Stop Engine

9 SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR TILLER NOTE: Engine is shipped without oil. WARNING: Use the reverse tine drive when tilling virgin ground, sod or hard soil.Use the forward tine drive when cultivatingor tilling soft ground. Before Starting • Service engine with oil as instructed in the separate engine m...

Page 10 - To Operate The Tiller; SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS; Handle Adjustment

10 Place side shield in position desired. Replace wing nuts and tighten securely. Figure 8 To Operate The Tiller • Select the depth stake setting. • Start engine as instructed on page 9. • Move gear selection handle to one of the forward modes or reverse. Use the reverse tine drive when tilling virg...

Page 11 - SECTION 8: MAINTAINING YOUR TILLER; Engine; Cleaning The Tine Area

11 SECTION 7: SERVICE Transmission—The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at the factory. It requires no checking unless the transmission is disassembled. To fill with grease, lay the right half of the transmission on its side. Add 30 ounces of Benalene 920 grease. Apply a bead of RTV or sili...

Page 12 - Tires

12 Figure 9 Upon reassembly, make certain the belt is routed over the idler pulley and inside of belt keepers by engine pulley. See Figure 10. Figure 10 Tires Recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 20 p.s.i. (check sidewall of tire for tire manufacturer’s recommended pressure). Maximum...

Page 13 - SECTION 10: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

13 SECTION 10: 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 e...

Page 14 - SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 454

Page 17 - Labels

17 Model 454 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1. 747-1152 Shift Rod 2. 649-0041 Upper Handle Ass’y 3. 649-0034 Lower Handle Ass’y 4. 710-3005 Hex Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 5. 710-3056 Hex Screw 5/16-18 x 3.25 6. 711-0415 Clevis Pin 3/8-1.62 7. 712-0379 Flange Lock Nut 3/8-24 8. 712-0429 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18 ...

Page 20 - MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTDPRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchan-dise purchased and used in the United States, its posses-sions and territories. MTD warrants this product against defects in material andworkmanship for a period ...