Page 2 - Table of Contents; WA R NING; See Back Cover for
2 Table of Contents SECTION 1: SAFETY ........................................... 3 Safety Decals .................................................................... 5 SECTION 2: ASSEMBLY ....................................... 6 Attach Handlebars.......................................................
Page 3 - OPERATION; Section; Safety
3 TRAINING 1. Carefully read thisOwner’s Manual, the sepa-rate Engine Owner’sManual, and any other literature you mayreceive. Be thoroughly familiar with thecontrols and the proper use of the tillerand its engine. Know how to stop the unitand disengage the controls quickly. 2. Never allow children t...
Page 4 - MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
7. Take all possible precautions whenleaving the machine unattended. Stop theengine. Remove ignition key on electricstart models. Disconnect spark plug wireand move it away from the spark plug.Move Wheel Gear Lever to ENGAGE. 8. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspect-ing, stop the engine, remove the...
Page 5 - DECALS; WARNING; Operating Symbols
Section 1: Safety 5 4. To reduce the chances of a firehazard, keep the engine free of grass,leaves, or excessive grease. 5. Store gasoline in a cool, well-venti-lated area, safely away from any spark-or flame-producing equipment. Storegasoline in an approved container,safely away from the reach of c...
Page 6 - STEP 1: UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS; STEP 2: ATTACH HANDLEBARS; Assembly
INTRODUCTION Carefully follow these assembly steps tocorrectly prepare your tiller for use. It isrecommended that you read this Sectionin its entirety before beginning assembly. INSPECT UNIT Inspect the unit and carton for damageimmediately after delivery. Contact thecarrier (trucking company) if yo...
Page 8 - STEP 6: ADD MOTOR OIL TO ENGINE
3. The cable is pre-adjusted at thefactory, but must be checked for correcttension as explained next: The forward clutch spring coil (betweenpoints “A” in Figure 2-9) measures 2" inlength when neither Forward ClutchControl Lever is pulled up. Lift eitherForward Clutch Control Lever up againstthe...
Page 10 - DANGER
10 Section 2: Assembly Electric Start Assembly Steps The following steps explain how toprepare and install the battery. FORYOUR SAFETY, CAREFULLY FOLLOWALL STEPS AND OBSERVE ALL ACCOM-PANYING SAFETY MESSAGES. Beforebeginning, check that you have receivedthe following items (see Figure 2-16): 1. Batt...
Page 11 - STEP 2: Install Battery
11 Section 2: Assembly B. To Charge the Battery: To obtain maximum battery life, chargethe battery using the following methoduntil all cells are gassing freely. A batteryis gassing freely when the surface of theelectrolyte is covered with tiny bubbles. Be sure to follow all instructions providedby t...
Page 12 - Section 2: Assembly; STEP 4: Connect Wiring Harness
Section 2: Assembly 4. Check the tightness of the uppermounting screw that secures the negativecable and starter solenoid to the batterypost. See Figure 2-20. Scrape away anypaint between the cable and the screw asthe paint can prevent a good electricalground. 5. Install one end of the clear plastic...
Page 13 - ENGINE CONTROLS; Features and Controls
13 Before operating your machine, care-fully read and understand all safety,controls and operating instructions int h i s M a n u a l , t h e s e p a r a t e E n g i n eOwner’s Manual, and on the decals onthe machine. Failure to follow these instructions canresult in serious personal injury. WARNING...
Page 14 - REVERSE CLUTCH CONTROL; DEPTH REGULATOR; Section 3: Features and Controls
REVERSE CLUTCH CONTROL The Reverse Clutch Control (C, Figure 3-1) controls the engagement of reversedrive to the wheels and tines. The revers-ing feature is used for maneuvering thetiller only – never engage the tines inthe ground while going in the reversedirection. To Operate the Reverse Clutch Co...
Page 15 - ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER
Section 3: Features and Controls ENGINE CONTROLS Refer to the engine manufacturer’s EngineOwner’s Manual (included in the tiller lit-erature package) to identify the controlson your engine. The following two con-trols are used when stopping or startingthe engine. ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER The En...
Page 16 - INTRODUCTION; Operation; CAUTION
16 Figure 4-1: Location of main tiller controls. Section 4 INTRODUCTION Read this Section of the manual thor-oughly before you start the engine. Then,take the time to familiarize yourself withthe basic operation of the tiller beforeusing it in the garden. Find an open, level area and practiceusing t...
Page 17 - Section 4: Operation; STARTING THE ENGINE; STOPPING THE ENGINE; OPERATING THE TILLER
17 Section 4: Operation STARTING THE ENGINE The following steps describe how to startand stop the engine. Do not attempt toengage the tines or wheels until youhave read all of the operating instruc-tions in this Section. Also review the safety rules in Section 1: “Safety”and the tiller and engine co...
Page 18 - Turning the Tiller Around
18 Section 4: Operation 4. For forward motion of the wheels andtines: (a) Pull one or both of the Forward Clutch Control Levers up and holdthem against the handlebars. Tostop forward motion of the wheelsand tines, release the levers. (b) As the tiller moves forward, relax and let the wheels pull the...
Page 19 - Tilling Tips; Let the tiller do the work
19 Section 4: Operation Tilling Tips & Techniques Let the tiller do the work • While tilling, relax and let the wheels pull the tiller along while the tines dothe digging. Walk on the side that isnot yet finished (to avoid making foot-prints in the freshly tilled soil) andlightly, but securely g...
Page 20 - Clearing the tines
20 Section 4: Operation Tilling Tips & Techniques Clearing the tines The tines have a self-clearing actionwhich eliminates most tangling of debrisin the tines. However, occasionally drygrass, stringy stalks or tough vines maybecome tangled. Follow these proce-dures to help avoid tangling and to ...
Page 21 - POWER COMPOSTING
21 Section 4: Operation POWER COMPOSTING Power composting simply means tillingunder and burying in the soil all mannerof organic matter such as crop residues,leaves, grass clippings and cover crops.This material will decompose during thenon-growing season and add importantnatural nutrients to the so...
Page 22 - Maintenance; REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; TILLER LUBRICATION
22 Section 5 Maintenance REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Before Every Every As PROCEDURE Each 10 30 Noted Use Hours Hours Check engine oil level • And every 5 operating hours Clean engine • ▲ Check clutch belt tension • ✝ Check nuts and bolts • ✝ Change engine oil • * Lubricate tiller • Service foam p...
Page 23 - Section 5: Maintenance; CHECK HARDWARE
23 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec-t r i c s t a r t m o d e l s . F a i l u r e t o f o l l o ...
Page 24 - ENGINE OIL SERVICE
24 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec-t r i c s t a r t m o d e l s . F a i l u r e t o f o l l o ...
Page 25 - WHEEL GEAR CABLE ADJUSTMENT; OFF SEASON STORAGE
25 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec-t r i c s t a r t m o d e l s . F a i l u r e t o f o l l o ...
Page 30 - Section 5: Maintenance; BATTERY MAINTENANCE
Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec-t r i c s t a r t m o d e l s . F a i l u r e t o f o l l o w t...
Page 31 - TILLER ATTACHMENTS
31 Section 5: Maintenance WARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec-t r i c s t a r t m o d e l s . F a i l u r e t o f o l l o ...
Page 32 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM POSSIBLE
32 TROUBLESHOOTING Before performing any corrections, refer to the appropriate information in this Manual, or in the Engine Owner’s Manual, for thecorrect safety precautions and operating or maintenance procedures. Contact your local authorized Engine Service Dealer forengine service. Contact your l...
Page 33 - PARTS LIST; HOOD, BRACKET and DEPTH REGULATOR
33 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 HOOD, BRACKET and DEPTH REGULATOR 1 1917605 Tine Hood (Incl. hood flap and Ref.17) ............................................ 1 2 1100243 Lockwasher, 3/8.................................. 2 3 2527 Bracket–hood & depth regulator (Incl. Ref. No. 9)..............
Page 34 - HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY and CONTROL LEVERS
34 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY and CONTROL LEVERS 10 See page 36, Ref. 47, for attach- ment screw.
Page 39 - DRIVE SHAFT, INPUT PINION SHAFT and GEAR ASSEMBLIES
39 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 MAIN DRIVE SHAFT 1 1714 Bearing, Tapered Roller with Race .... 1 2 20718 Spur Gear .......................................... 1 3 9301 Key, 3/16 sq. x 1 ............................... 1 4 11603 Main Drive Shaft (Drive shaft is one- piece with integral, single-le...
Page 40 - WHEEL SHAFT, ECCENTRIC SHAFT and TILLER SHAFT ASSEMBLIES
40 Models 12211 and 12212 PARTS LIST WHEEL SHAFT, ECCENTRIC SHAFT and TILLER SHAFT ASSEMBLIES REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 9621 Oil Seal .............................................. 2 2 9511 Retaining Ring (heavy-duty, external) 2 3 1166-1 Shim, 1-1/64 I....
Page 42 - ELECTRIC START ASSEMBLY
42 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 ELECTRIC START ASSEMBLY 30 31
Page 44 - ROW MARKER ATTACHMENT; DETAIL A; BUMPER ATTACHMENT
44 PARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 ROW MARKER ATTACHMENT ROW MARKER ATTACHMENT – PART # 12589 (Complete – Attaches to Furrower Attachment) MAIN SUPPORT/YOKE ASSEMBLY PART # 1904522001 DETAIL A 19 20 23 22 21 BUMPER PART #12593 (See Detail A) BUMPER ATTACHMENT
Page 45 - ROW MARKER ATTACHMENT & BUMPER ATTACHMENT
45 Models 12211 and 12212 PARTS LIST ROW MARKER ATTACHMENT & BUMPER ATTACHMENT Row Marker Attachment (option) – Part #12589 1 1904522001 Main Support & Yoke Assy–complete. (Incl. Ref. No.'s10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17 & 18).......... 1 2 1594 Marker Blade–blade only ................... 1 3 19...
Page 46 - HILLER/FURROWER ATTACHMENT
46 Models 12211 and 12212 PARTS LIST HILLER/FURROWER ATTACHMENT HILLER/FURROWER – PART #12579 (Viewed from front of tiller) 1 1900771001 Furrower Blade .................................. 1 2 1186098 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4 .............. 4 3 1177548 Star Washer, External Tooth, 5/16..... 4 4 99...
Page 47 - NOTES
Page 48 - CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION; GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED •
1905624 (2/01) Printed in U.S.A. © 2001 Garden Way Incorporated CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION Owner Registration Card Please fill out and mail the enclosed ownerregistration card. The purpose of this card isto register each unit at the factory so that wecan provide you with warranty benefits andinfor...
