MTD 219-406-000 - Manual (Page 11)

Use This
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First Time f$T /
FIGURE 18.
To operate the tiller:
1. Select the depth stake setting.
2. Start engine as instructed on page 10.
3. Engage either the forward drive clutch lever or the
reverse drive clutch lever.
4. Engage tine clutch lever.
WARNING
X
Engage wheel drive before engaging
the tine clutch lever.
^ ►NOTE
To transport tiller, do not engage the
tine clutch lever. Engage the wheel
drive only.
▲c WARNING \
Do not push down on the handles so
that the wheels are lifted off the
ground while the tine clutch is en­
gaged, or the tiller could move back­
ward and cause personal injury.
For best results, it is recommended the garden be tilled
twice (lengthwise, then widthwise) to pulverize the soil.
2. When breaking up sod and for shallow cultivation,
use the setting which gives IV 2 " of tilling depth
(second hole from the top). Place the side shields
in their lowest position. For further depth, raise the
depth stake and side shields and make one or two
more passes over the area.
3. When tilling loose soil, depth stake may be raised
to its highest position (use bottom adjustment hole)
to give the deepest tilling depth. Raise the side
shields to their highest position.
4. To transport tiller, lower the depth stake (use top
adjustment hole).
To adjust the depth stake, remove the clevis pin and
hairpin cotter. See figure 18. Move the depth stake to
the desired setting.
To adjust the side shields, remove the hex nut and
belleville washer from the front and loosen the rear nut.
See figure 19. Pivot the side shield to the desired posi­
tion. Replace hex nut and belleville washer. Tighten
securely.
ADJUSTMENTS
At-
WARNING I
Disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground against the engine before
performing any adjustments, repairs,
or maintenance.
HANDLE ADJUSTMENT
The handle may be placed in one of nine different posi­
tions. The handle may be adjusted to one of three
height positions, and also may be adjusted to be in line
with the tiller, or swung to the left or right so the operator
is not walking in the freshly tilled soil.
To adjust the handle height, remove the hand knob and
locking pin shown in figure 20. Select one of the three
adjustment holes and reassemble.
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