Yard-Man 21A-392B401 - Manual (Page 7)

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SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR TILLER
• Compare the features and controls on your tiller
with the illustration in Figure 5 and get familiar with
the equipment before you operate it.
Figure 5
Forward Tine Engagement Handle
The forward tine engagement handle is located
beneath the tiller handle. Squeezing the handle up
against the tiller handle engages the tines. Release the
handle to stop the tines. See Figure 5.
Reverse Tine Engagement Lever
The reverse tine engagement lever is located on top of
the handle panel. Pull the lever to the rear to move the
tines in reverse. Release the lever to stop the reverse
tine drive. See Figure 5.
NOTE: Never engage both the forward and reverse tine
controls at the same time. Engaging both forward and
reverse tine drives at the same time could damage the
belt drives and cause the engine to stall.
Depth Stake
The depth stake is located in the rear of the tiller and it
controls the tilling depth. See the Operating Your Tiller
section for more details.
Tines And End Caps
The tilling tines and end caps are used to cultivate,
furrow, and prepare your garden for seeding. The end
caps are used to avoid tilled soil from overflowing onto
unwanted areas.
Handle Knob
The handle knob is attached to the handle brace and it
is used to adjust the height of the handle to three
different settings.
Throttle Control
The throttle control lever is located on the engine. It
controls the engine’s speed and stops the engine.
•
With the throttle control pushed completely forward,
the carburetor is in START or FAST position. Use
maximum engine speed for deep tilling.
• Pull the throttle control back to reduce engine
speed to IDLE. Throttle control should be at IDLE
for transporting the tiller.
• Pull the throttle completely back to stop the engine.
Choke Lever
The choke lever is located near the throttle control. It is
used to enrich the fuel mixture when starting a cold
engine.
Engine Controls
See the separate engine manual for the location and
function of other controls on the engine.
WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all
instructions and warnings on the machine and
in this manual before operating.
Forward Tine
Engagement
Reverse Tine
Engagement
Depth
End Tines
Handle
Knob
Stake
Cap
Handle
Lever