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                        OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
Front Tine Tiller
5.5 TP  Front Tine Tiller
Mfg. No. Description
1695578      5521FT, 5.5 TP Front Tine Tiller
1695584      5521FT, 5.5 TP Front Tine Tiller
1695615
Revision A
Rev. Date 10/2008
TP10008988
                       OM5521FT
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                        Table of Contents MODEL IDENTIFICATION .......................................... 3 Start-up .................................................................. 10 11 Operating Speed ....................................................  SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 4 Shutting Down ........................................................ 11 Owner's Responsibility ............................................. 4 Tilling ......................................
                    
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                        Safety Rules OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY ! DANGER Accurate assembly and safe and effective use of the rototiller is the  owner’s responsibility. DANGER INDICATES A SERIOUS INJURY OR FA- TALITY WILL RESULT IF THE SAFETY INSTRUC-   Read and follow all safety instructions. TIONS THAT FOLLOW THIS SIGNAL WORD ARE  NOT OBEYED.   Carefully follow all assembly instructions.  Maintain the tiller according to directions and schedule included  in this Earthquake operator’s manual.  Ensure that anyone who uses t
                    
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                        Safety Rules  c. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fi ll fuel     tank indoors. IMPORTANT THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES OF YOUR   d. Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel   ROTOTILLER ARE DETERMINED FROM    before restarting. THE OPERATING POSITION AS YOU    Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is FACE THE DIRECTION OF FORWARD  TRAVEL. running. ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY  OPERATION WITHOUT OIL. YOU MUST ADD ENGINE  OIL BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.  Do 
                    
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                        Safety Rules SAFETY DECALS This rototiller unit 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 are ope
                    
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                        Unpacking and Assembly UNPACK TILLER AND ASSEMBLE IMPORTANT 1. Open top of carton and remove handlebar assembly. THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES OF YOUR  ROTOTILLER ARE DETERMINED FROM  2. Find parts packet. Parts packet contains: THE OPERATING POSITION AS YOU   6- 5/16-18 x 1-3/4” bolts  FACE THE DIRECTION OF FORWARD   6- 5/16” spring lockwashers TRAVEL.  2- hand knobs ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY   4- locknuts WITHOUT OIL. YOU MUST ADD ENGINE  OIL BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.  2- 1/2” push nuts  1- dete
                    
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                        Features The advantage of the Simplicity/Snapper™ gear drive rototiller over other front tine tillers, is the exclusive un- folding and fl exible drag bar. This gives the gear drive tiller its stability and its versatility. For easy transport, fold  the wheels under the engine. During operation, the wheels unfold back and the drag bar folds down. The long length  between the tines and the drag bar make this the most comfortable front tine tiller on the market.  drive safety control lever forward 
                    
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                        Controls DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER ! CAUTION Engage tines into forward, releasing returns machine to neutral. THIS INFORMATION IS PROVIDED HERE ONLY TO  Pulling down on drive safety control lever engages the tines. Releasing  INTRODUCE THE CONTROLS. DO NOT START THE  the drive safety control lever disengages the tines to a neutral  ENGINE AT THIS TIME. STARTING AND OPERATING  position. INSTRUCTIONS ARE GIVEN ON PAGE 10. PLEASE  READ THIS SECTION AND ALL OPERATING AND  BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT SA
                    
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                        Operation PRE-START INSPECTION IMPORTANT 1. Make sure all safety guards are in place and all nuts and bolts   ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY WITHOUT OIL.  are secure. YOU MUST ADD ENGINE OIL BEFORE STARTING  2. Check oil level in engine crankcase. See your engine manual for ENGINE. procedure and specifi cations. PRACTICE OPERATING THE CONTROLS AND  TILLER WITH TINES OUT OF GROUND BEFORE  3. Inspect air cleaner for cleanliness. See your engine manual for  BEGINNING TO TILL. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YO
                    
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                        Operation OPERATING SPEED ! WARNING For normal tilling, set the throttle lever to “fast”. EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE TAKEN IN SELECT- SHUTTING DOWN ING TILLING DEPTH. IF YOU ATTEMPT TO TILL  TOO DEEPLY FOR SOIL CONDITIONS, THAT IS,  To stop the engine at any time, move throttle control to the off position.  WITH THE DRAG STAKE IN TOO HIGH A POSITION,  To stop wheels and tines at any time, release the drive safety control  LOSS OF CONTROL COULD RESULT. lever to the neutral position. IF REMOVING MATE
                    
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                        Maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your rototiller has been designed and produced by the industry’s leading manufacturer of outdoor power equipment to provide you  with years of reliable operation. Keeping your tiller in top running condition will prolong its life, and help you obtain optimum performance. Please read this normal care schedule, and note the recommended care operating intervals to extend the life of your unit. Before 50 hours or  Maintenance Operation Page Each Use Every Season Chan
                    
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                        Maintenance CHECK BELT TENSION ! WARNING Belt tension may decrease over time. It must be adjusted within the  CHECK FORWARD BELT TENSION REGULARLY.  fi rst half hour of operation, and checked after every two hours of  TOO MUCH OR TOO LITTLE TENSION WILL CAUSE  operation. Proper adjustment will assure long belt life. Too much or  PREMATURE BELT FAILURE. too little belt tension will cause premature belt failure. To check and  adjust the forward belt tension: 1. Turn off engine. Engine must be cool.
                    
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                        Maintenance ENGINE MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT Refer to the engine manual included in your parts packet for  information on engine maintenance. Your engine manual provides  ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY WITHOUT OIL.  YOU MUST ADD ENGINE OIL BEFORE STARTING  detailed information and a maintenance schedule for performing the  ENGINE. following tasks: ENGINE CAN OVERHEAT AND BECOME DAMAGED  1. Check oil level before each use or after every 8 hours of  IF DEBRIS BLOCKS THE COOLING SYSTEM OR  operation. R
                    
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                        Maintenance PREPARE FOR STORAGE ! WARNING Follow the steps below to prepare your tiller for storage. Read your  DO NOT STORE TILLER IN AN UNVENTILATED  engine manual for detailed instructions on preparing the engine for  AREA WHERE FUEL FUMES MAY REACH FLAME,  storage. SPARKS, PILOT LIGHTS OR AN IGNITED OBJECT.  DRAIN FUEL OUTDOORS AWAY FROM ANY  1. Protect wheels and axles from rust: IGNITION SOURCES. USE ONLY APPROVED FUEL   - Coat the axles lightly with axle grease. CONTAINERS. 2. Drain fuel 
                    
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                        Truobleshooting and Repair TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ! WARNING While normal care and routine maintenance will extend the life of  your rototiller, prolonged or constant use may eventually require PRACTICE SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. ENGINE MUST BE  TURNED OFF AND ALLOWED TO COOL, AND SPARK  that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly.  PLUG WIRE MUST BE DISCONNECTED AND SECURED  The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems,  BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE OR  c
                    
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                        Technical Manuals Additional Technical Literature Available Additional copies of this manual are available, as well as fully illustrated parts lists. These manuals show all of the product’s components in exploded views (3D illustrations which show the relationship of parts and how they go together) as well as part numbers and quantities used. Important assembly notes and and torque values are also included. Technical manuals can be downloaded from: www.simplicitymfg.com www.snapper.com.       17
                    
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