Troy-Bilt 12097 - Manual (Page 10)

Section 4; Operation
Tilling Patterns
1. When preparing a seedbed, go over the same path twice in
the first row, then overlap one-half the machine width on each
successive pass (Figure 10).
2. After going up and down the rows in one direction, make
second passes at a right angle across the original passes
(Figure 11). Again, overlap each pass to thoroughly pulverize
the entire seedbed area. In very hard ground, it may take three
or four passes before the desired depth is achieved.
3. If your garden is not wide enough to till lengthwise and then
crosswise, then first overlap by one-half the machine width,
followed by successive passes at one-quarter machine width.
This overlapping method assures thorough tilling.
Figure 10: Use an overlap
technique on every pass. Figure 11: Make a second set
of passes at a right angle over
the first set of passes.
USING THE EDGER ATTACHMENT
The Edger Attachment makes clean, sharp edges next to walkways, driveways, paths, planted areas,
patios, etc. See Assembly Steps, STEP 4: m Section 2 for instructions on attaching this attachment.
Take your time when edging. Decide how far away the edge is to be from the walk or drive, then
slowly proceed using the walk or drive as your sight line.
Other attachments are can be purchased separately. See Attachments below for more details.
ATTACHMENTS
The following Tiller/Edger attachments are available where the Tiller/Edger was purchased. See your authorized dealer or contact the
Factory for details.
Power Lawn Rake Attachment - Model 12575
The Power Lawn Rake will help keep
your lawn healthy and vigorous.
Matted grass and debris not
only looks unattractive, but
stifles lawn growth and
overall health. This attach­
ment mounts without toois
and features dozens of
tempered steel “fingers”
that spring off the surface
to penetrate and loosen
matted grass without disturbing
root growth. An 18"-wide swath
covers a large lawn area quickly.
Lawn Aerator Attachment - Model 12574
Flelps promote healthy, dense
by aerating and loosening the
soil to contribute to better root
growth. Four tempered steel
tines puncture the surface
of the lawn, letting nutri­
ents more easily reach the
roots. Assembles without
tools. When mounted, it
takes the place of the
standard tine sections.
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