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Operator’s Manual
Front Tine
Rotary Tiller
MODEL No. P-FTT-160MD-[E]
P-FTT-160MD
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Safety Definitions 1
Important Safety Information 2-4
Product Specifications 5
Parts & Features 5
Safety Decals 6-7
Assembly 7-9
Engine Preparation 10
Operation 11-14
Maintenance 15-16
Technical Service 17
Troubleshooting 18
Warranty 19-22
Español 24-26
IMPORTANT:
Thank you for purchasing this Powermate® Tiller.
This manual provides complete instructions for safely opera
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Important Safety Information Safety Definitions • Save these instructions Safety Alert Symbols The following symbols are used on the product and in this manual to alert the operator of potential safety hazards. Read them carefully, and understand their meaning. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. DANGER Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indic
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Important Safety Information • Save all instructions RESPONSIBILITY OF OPERATOR 1. Carefully read and follow these safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. 2. Know your product. Read and understand this manual before use. Compare the illustrations to unit. Learn location and function of all controls. Thoroughly understanding the unit before use will result in the best performance and safety. 3. Follow all instructions when assembling the unit. If the unit wa
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Important Safety Information Important Safety Information (Continued) • Save all instructions OPERATION SAFETY (Continued) • Wear appropriate clothing such as a long sleeved shirt or jacket. Also wear long trousers or slacks. Do NOT wear shorts. Do NOT wear loose clothing, which could get caught in this equipment. • Always wear work gloves and sturdy footwear such as leather work shoes or short boots. These will protect ankles and shins from small sticks, splinters, and other flying de
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Important Safety Information (Continued) • Save all instructions STORAGE SAFETY • Always refer to the operator’s manual instructions for important details if the tiller is to be stored for an extended period. • Never store the tiller with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as water heaters, space heaters, clothes dryers, etc. • To reduce fire hazard, keep tiller free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. • Allow the engine to cool before
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Product Specifications • Save all instructions Unit Weight ............................. 110 lb (50kg) Engine Type............................. OHV 4-stroke Tilling Width ....................... up to 21in (533mm) Engine Displacement.......... 159cc (EPA), 173cc (CARB) Tilling Depths .................................up to 8” Engine Speed (Full Throttle) ................... 3300rpm Tine Diameter........................... 11 in (279mm) Engine Speed (Idle) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Safety Decals • Save all instructions This tiller has been designed and manufactured to provide you with the safety and reliability you would expect from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment manufacturing. Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operated this equipment safely and effectively, we have placed several safety labels on the tiller to remind you of this important information while you
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Assembly • Save all instructions If you need assistance or find any parts missing, CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112. Read and follow the assembly instructions. Do not discard any parts or materials until the unit is assembled. References to the right or left side of the tiller are from the viewpoint of the operator’s position behind the tiller. WARNING Do not operate tiller if it is damaged or not completely and correctly assembled. WARNING Before doing any assembly or maintenance to the unit,
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Assembly (Continued) • Save all instructions If you need assistance or find any parts missing, CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112. Assembly Instructions B The tiller comes fully assembled except for a few parts. The following instructions will help you complete the tiller assembly. Figure 2 Figure 4a INSTALL THE WHEELS (See Figure 2) 1. Slide the wheel hub onto the wheel axle. 2. Add the locking washer and pin to secure wheel. Saddle Bolts Handle Knobs Figure 4b Saddle Bolts INSTALL THE DEPTH REG
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Assembly (Continued) • Save all instructions If you need assistance or find any parts missing, CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112. INSTALL THE TINES (See Figure 5a and 5b) Sharp edge of tine should face down to the ground. 1. Slide the tines onto the tine axle. Install the internal tines first. Sharp edge of the tines should face down to till the ground. Tighten the M10x50 bolt with lock nut provided to secure the inside tines. 2. For wide 21” tilling, install the outside tines in the w
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Engine Preparation (Continued) • Save all instructions Engine Oil A SAE CAUTION Frequently check oil level while filling. DO NOT OVERFILL. DO NOT UNDERFILL. Running engine at improper oil level will SAE 10W-30 seriously damage engine. 6. Replace and tighten dipstick. 7. Clean up any spilled oil. SAE 30 NOTE: THE TRANSMISSION CASE COMES FROM THE FACTORY WITH THE PROPER AMOUNT AND TYPE OF GEAR OIL. TEMP -20 0 20 40 60 80 100° F Fuel Tank Cap Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40
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Operation • Save all instructions Pre-Start Inspection A 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts and CAUTION bolts are secure. 2. Check oil level in engine crankcase. See your engine PLEASE DO NOT START YOUR TILLER UNTIL YOU HAVE manual for procedure and specifications. READ THE MANUAL THAT CAME WITH YOUR ENGINE, AND 3. Inspect air cleaner for cleanliness. See your engine THE SECTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TITLE CONTROLS, ADJUST- manual for procedure. MENTS AND SAFETY. IF YOU
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Operation (Continued) • Save all instructions Stop the Engine WARNING C 1. Move choke lever to “OFF” position. (Figure 10) TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEAR BY AREAS MAY EX- CEED 150˚F. AVOID THESE AREAS. DO NOT MOVE CHOkE CONTROL TO CHOkE TO STOP EN- GINE, BACKFIRE OR ENGINE DAMAGE MAY OCCUR. TO STOP TINES AT ANY TIME, RELEASE CLUTCH LEVER TO NEUTRAL POSITION. ALWAYS RELEASE CLUTCH LEVER TO NEUTRAL POSITION AND STOP THE ENGINE bEFORE ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF THE REGULATOR LEVER. DANGER ENGINE
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Operation (Continued) • Save all instructions Clutch Lever I Adjustments H CAUTION WARNING THIS INFORMATION IS PROVIDED HERE ONLY TO INTRO- ENGINE SHOULD bE OFF bEFORE ADJUSTING ANY CONTROLS. DUCE THE CONTROLS. DO NOT START THE ENGINE AT THIS TIME. STARTING AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ARE GIVEN ON PAGE 11. PLEASE READ THIS SECTION AND ALL OPERAT- ING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE STARTING YOUR TILLER. WARNING DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER (See Figure 2) DO NOT FIX THE CLUTCH LEVER IN DRIVE POSITI
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Operation (Continued) • Save all instructions I Adjustments (Cont.) BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT (See Figure 14) Proper belt tension is critical to good performance. After 1/2 hour of operation, all cables may have to be adjusted due to initial stretch. Thereafter, check tension after every 2 hours of operation. TO INCREASE BELT TENSION 1. Loosen upper jam nut. Turn nut up cable in 1/8” increments. 2. Tighten lower jam nut. Forward Cable 3. Check adjustment. Upper Jam Nut Lower Jam Nut TO
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Maintenance • Save all instructions Maintenance Schedule A WARNING Before performing any maintenance, turn engine off and remove the wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting and serious injury. IMPORTANT: The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the tiller as instructed in this manual, and only use genuine replacement parts. The following tab
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Maintenance (Continued) • Save all instructions Servicing the Tiller Engine Maintenance B C The following information will help you make the necessary ENGINE MAINTENANCE checks and perform the procedures required to follow the Refer to the engine manual included in your parts packet normal care recommendations made for your tiller unit. If you for information on engine maintenance. Your engine manual prefer, your local authorized dealer can make these checks and provides detailed informat
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Maintenance (Continued) • Save all instructions How to Prepare for Storage D WARNING Never store the tiller indoors with fuel in the fuel tank. Never store in an enclosed, poorly ventilated area where fumes could reach an open flame, a spark or a pilot light as on a furnace, water heater or clothes dryer. Allow engine to cool before storing unit. WARNING Do not remove gasoline while inside a building, near a fire, or while you smoke. Gasoline fumes can cause an explosion or a fire. NOTE:
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Maintenance (Continued) • Save all instructions PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Engine difficult to start 1. Out of fuel 1. Add fresh fuel 2. Engine Switch Off 2. Turn engine switch on 3. Engine is not primed. 3. Turn choke on 4. Attach spark plug wire to spark plug 4. Spark plug wire disconnected 5. Remove spark plug. Inspect. Replace if 5. Fouled spark plug necessary 6. Take unit to an authorized service center 6. Dirty Carburetor for Carburetor cleaning 7. Remove and clean air filt
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Warranty • Save all instructions Powermate® ROTARY TILLER Limited Warranty A Always specify model number when contacting the factory. We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty. We make no other warranty, expressed or implied. MAT Engine Technologies, LLC warrants this Lawn Edger and any parts thereof, to be free from defects in material and workmanship for two years (90 days for commercial use o
