Yard Machines 410 - Manual (Page 5)

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SECTION 5: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
This instruction manual covers several different
model tillers. Follow only those instructions which
pertain to your unit.
NOTE: Left and right is determined from the
operator’s position, standing behind the tiller.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(2) 1/2" Wrenches*
(1) 9/16" Wrench*
(1) Pair of Pliers
*Two adjustable wrenches may be used.
LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON
(1) Depth Stake
(1) Handle Assembly
(1) Shift Rod
(1) Handle Adjustment Rod (Model 420 Only)
NOTE: All hardware needed for assembly is
attached to the loose parts or the tiller.
ATTACHING THE DEPTH STAKE
ASSEMBLY
Figure 3
1. Tip the tiller forward so it rests on front
counterweight.
2. Unthread the “T” knob from the top of the depth
stake, and remove the flat washer and hex bolt.
Remove the hairpin clip from the clevis pin. See
Figure 3.
3. Raise the tine shield hinge flap assembly. Insert
the depth stake assembly in the slot (under the
tine shield) and up through the tine shield
assembly as shown in Figure 3.
4. Insert clevis pin through the tine shield and
depth stake assemblies. Secure with hairpin clip.
5. Insert hex bolt into the top hole of the depth
stake assembly. Place flat washer on the hex
bolt and thread “T” knob onto the hex bolt. See
Figure 3. Tighten securely.
6. Tip the tiller back down so it rests on the tines.
Attaching the Handle Assembly
1. Remove the Handle Adjustment Lock, Flange
Nut Retainer Bracket, Shoulder Bolt and Lock
Nut from the Pivot Bracket.
2. Place the handle assembly in position in the
handle pivot bracket lining the upper holes in
the handle with the slots in the pivot bracket.
See Figure 4.
Figure 4
3. Lift up the handle assembly and align the
bottom holes in the handle assembly with the
holes in the pivot bracket. Insert hex bolt (with
Hex nut retainer attached through the round
hole). The head of hex bolt and retainer bracket
should be to the right hand side of the unit. See
Figure 5.
T-Knob, Flat Washer, Hex Bolt
Clevis Pin
Hairpin Clip
Depth Stake
Tine Shield
Hinge Flap
Pivot Bracket
Handle Adjustment
Lock
Flange Nut
Flange Nut Retainer Bracket
Shoulder Bolt
Lock Nut