MTD 250 - Manual (Page 6)

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Operating
Your Tiller
WARNING
The tine clutch
control mechanism is
a safety device. Never
attempt to bypass its
operations.
Use extreme care
when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable
and the vapors are
explosive. Never fuel
the machine indoors
or while the engine
is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes,
cigars, pipes and
other sources of
ignition.
Keep hands and feet
away from the tines.
Refer to warning
label on the unit.
Figure 3 - The major parts of the tiller
Know Your Tiller
WARNING: Read, understand, and
follow all instructions and warnings
posted on the machine and in this
manual before operating.
Tine Clutch Control
The clutch control lever is located on the upper handle,
Figure 3. Squeezing the lever against the handle
engages the tine drive. Release the lever to stop the
tines from turning.
Depth Stake
The depth stake is located in the rear of the tiller. It
controls the tilling depth, Figure 3.
Handle Adjustment Lever
The handle may be adjusted. Loosen the handle
adjustment lever a few turns, pivot handle forward or
backward to desired position, then tighten the lever.
Figure 3.
Front Wheel
The front wheel can be raised and lowered for transport
and storage. Refer to the Wheel Position section for
instructions.
Engine Controls
NOTE: See the separate engine manual for additional
information and functions of the engine controls.
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 moved completely to the left,
the carburetor is in START or FAST position. Use
maximum engine speed for deep tilling.
• Move the throttle control lever to the right to reduce
engine speed. Throttle control should be at IDLE for
transporting the tiller.
• Move the throttle all the way to the right to stop the
engine.
Primer
The primer, located on the engine, is used to pump gas
into the carburetor and aid in starting the engine. Use it
to start a cold engine, but do not use it to restart a warm
engine after a short shutdown.
Starter Handle
The starter handle is located on the engine and is used to
manually start the engine.
Handle Adjustment Lever
Tines
Front Wheel
Tine Clutch
Control
Depth Stake