Ardisam Earthquake Badger 3100 User manual

THE BADGER
GearDrive Rototiller
Operator's Manual
TransportPosition
Operating Position
Includes Models
3100-3100GS
3200-3200GS 0M3100
Rev. 2/01
@Copyright 2001 Ardisam. Inc.
All Rights Reserved. Printed InUSA.

TABLEOf CDNTEllfS y
\..JABLE OF CONTENTS 1
WARRANTYANDREGISTRATION 2
OPERATIONSAFETY 3
Owner's Responsibility 3
Cautions and ImportantNotes 3
ImportantSafety Instructions 3
SAFETY SIGNS &DECALS 5
Safety Decals.. 5
FEATURES ...6
UNPACKINGANDASSEMBLy 7
UnpackTiller... 7
Installthe DepthRegulatorLever 8
FillOilSump 8
CONTROLS ~
DriveSafety ControlLever 9
ADJUSTMENTS 10
VHandlebar HeightAdjustment 10
BeltTensionAdjustment 10
Depth RegulatorLever 10
OPERATION 11
Pre-Start Inspection 11
Starting and Stopping the Engine 11
Tilling..... 11
MAINTENANCEANDSTORAGE 12
Check BeltTension.. ...: 12
Change Forward Belt 13
Check or FillOilSump 14
CheckTillerTransmission Grease 14
EngineMaintenance 15
CleanTine AxleShaft 15
Prepare forStorage 16
Tillerand Engine MaintenanceSchedule 16
TROUBLESHOOTINGANDREPAIR 17
TroubleshootingGuide 17
PartsListings 18
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~WARRiANTY AID REGISTRATION
Thank You...
for purchasing an Ardisam front tine rototiller. We guarantee that this front tine rototiller conforms to
applicable North American safety standards, and have worked to ensure that it will meet your exacting
standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your rototiller will provide many years of service.
Please take time to read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and service your ro~otiller
correctly. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. This manual should be
considered apermanent part of your rototiller. Congratulations on your investment in quality.
ONE YEAR
LIMITED WARRANTY
The Ardisam, Inc., Manufacturing Company warrants this
rototiller to befreefrom defects in material or workmanship.
Conditions of this warranty include:
What is covered under warranty:
For the first year from the date of purchase, Ardisam will
furnish100%parts and labor tocorrect any defect caused
by faulty material or workmanship. During the second year
of ownership, Ardisam will furnish 100% of the parts to
correct any defect caused by faulty material or
workmanship. All repairs made under warranty must have
prior approval from Ardisam, Inc. Items subject to normal
wear and tear, such as belts, batteries, tines, shear bolts
and tires, due tothe nature of their function are not covered
under this warranty. Any unit used in a commercial
application is covered for a period of 90 days after
purchase. The engine is covered under a separate
warranty issued by the engine manufacturer as stated in
the engine manual.
What is not covered under warranty:
This warranty applies only to products which have not been
repaired or altered outside our factory. It covers only
defects resulting from normal use, and does not cover
defects arising from misuse, alteration, negligence, or
accident. This warranty applies only to the original
purchaser, and is not transferrable.
This warranty supersedes al/ other warranties either
expressed or implied and a/l other obligations or
liabilities on our part. Ardisam, Inc., does not assume,
and does not authorize any other person to assume for
us, any liability in connection with the sale of our
products. This guarantee is void unless the warranty
card is properly filled out and returned to Ardisam, Inc.,
Cumberland, Wisconsin, within two weeks of the
purchase date. ARDISAM,INC.
"-" AiI2IIS* leaSHanIIs * Ronmuss
TlBS-* c- s.-* EoGss
136D 1sc Avenue; P.O. Sax 666
CumlMtrland,Wisconsin54829
[phone] Fu [phone]
1-800.3456-007
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ACAUTION
Youmust read, understand and comply with all safety
and operating instructions in this manual before
attemptingto setup and operatethis equipment.
Failure to comply with all safety and operating
instructionscan resultin lossof machinecontrol,serious
personal injury to you and/or bystanders, and risk of
equipment and property damage.The triangle in the
textsignifiesimportantcautionsorwarningswhichmust
befollowed.
ACAUTION
Engineexhaust from this product contains chemicals
known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth
defects,or other reproductive harm.
For easy reference, please record the
information on the chart below.
The RototillerReference Data can befound onthe
identificationtag located on the unit'sleft enginemount.
(Refer to theengine manual for location of engine infor-
mationand serial number.)
llp.:. :lRbTOTILLERREF~RENCEbATA' .'
Model DescriptionlNumber
MIN (Manufacturer's Number) SIN (Serial Number)
Dealer Name Date Purchased
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OPERATION SAFETY
""SECTION CHECKLIST
Owner's Responsibility
Cautions and ImportantNotes
ImportantSafety InstrucHons
OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY
Safe and effectiveuseof therototiller is the owner's
responsibility.
1. Read andfollow allsafety instructions.
2. Maintain the tiller accordingto directions and schedule
included.
3. Ensure that anyonewho usesthe tiller is familiar with
all controls andsafetyprecautions.
CAUTIONS AND IMPORTANT NOTES
Twosymbols which drawattention to information of
special importanceappear throughout this manual.These
comments rangein importancefrom helpful hints to
~warnings about risk of personal injury. Please take the
.ime to read and understandthem.
A
Indicatesasituationwhichmay cause personal
Injury.Itmeans. attention!Become alert! Yoursafety
is Involved.
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Provides helpful information for proper assembly,
operation, ormaintenance of your rototiller.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please-readthis section carefully. Operatethe tiller
accordingto the safety instructions and recommendations
outlined hereand inserted throughout the text. Makesure
anyonewho uses the tiller has read.the instructionsand
isfamiliarwith the controls.
GENERAL
. CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW
ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
. Befamiliarwith all controls before operatingthetiller.
Yourtiller is equipped with a safety device that enables
you to stop the tines quickly in an emergency.Learn
howthe drive safety control lever works and how to
control the tiller at all times.
. Neverallow children to operate the tiller. Keepsmall
children awayfrom the area being tilled. Do notallow
adults to operate the tiller without proper instruction.
. Do notoperate the tiller under the influenceof alchohol
or drugs.
PREPARATION
. Dressappropriately when operating the tiller.Always
wear sturdy footwear. Neverwear sandals,sneakers,
or open shoes, and never Qperatethe tiller withbare
feet.Donotwearlooseclothingthat mightget caught
in moving parts.
. Carefully inspect the area to be tilled, and removeall
foreignobjects. Do nottill above undergroundwater
lines,gas lines,electric cables, or pipes.Do not
operatethe tiller in soil with large rocks andforeign
objectswhich can damage the equipment.
. Disengagedrive safety control leverbefore starting the
engine.
.Handlefuel with care; it is highly flammable.
a. Usean approved fuel container.
b. Neveradd fuel to a running engine or hotengine.
c. Fillfuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Neverfill
fuel tank indoors.
d. Replacegasoline cap securely and clean upspilled
fuel before restarting. .
. Neverattempt to make any adjustments whilethe
engine isrunning.

~OPERAT- SAfm
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OPERATION
.Neveroperate the tillerwithoutguards, covers, and
hoods inplace.
.Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating
parts. Keep clear of tiller tines at all times.
. Tines rotatewhen tillerisengaged in forwa~- in
forward,tines rotate when the drivesafety control
leveris pulleddown.Releasing the drivesafety
controlleverto neutral stops the tines.
.Exerciseextreme caution when operating on or
crossing graveldrives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for
hidden hazards or traffic.
.After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove
the wirefromthe spark plugand secure, thoroughly
inspect the tillerforany damage, and repair the
damage beforerestarting and operating the tiller.
.Ifvegetation clogs the tines, STOP THE ENGINE
AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE
before removing vegetation by hand.
. Engine mufflerwillbe hot from operation. Do not
touch itwith bare skin or a severe burn may result.
.Ifthe unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine and check immediatelyforthe cause. Vibration
is generally a warning of trouble.
.Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are
dangerous.
.Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting
to tilltoo deep at too fast a rate.
.Neverallowbystanders near the unit.
.Never operate the tiller without good visibilityor light.
.Take all possible precautions when leaving the
machine unattended. Disengage drivecontrollever,
stop the engine, waitforall movingparts to stop, and
make certain guards and shields are inplace.
. When leavingthe operating positionforany reason:
.shut offthe engine.
- waitforallmovingparts to stop.
MAINTENANCEANDSTORAGE
.Keep machine, attachments, and accessories insafe
working condition.
.Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts, and other
bolts at frequent intervalsforproper tightness to be
sure the equipment is insafe workingcondition.
.To prevent accidental starting, always disconnect the
spark plug wire from the spark plug before performing
tillermaintenance.
.Never run the engine indoors.Exhaust fumes are
deadly.
.Always allow muffler to cool before fillingfuel tank.
. Never store equipment with gasoline in the tank inside
a closed building where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark. Allowthe engine to cool before storing
inany building.
.Always refer to the operator's guide instructions for
important details ifthe tiller is to be stored for an
extended period.

SAFm SIGNS a DECAlS
SAFETY DECALS
Safetywarning decalsare placed at strategic locationson the equipment as a constant reminder to the.operatorof
themostimportantprecautions.Allwarning,cautionandinstructionalmessagesonyourequipmentshouldbe
carefullyreadandobeyed.If anyof thesedecalsare lostor damaged.replacethem at once.Theycanbe
purchasedfromArdisam, Inc. .
DO NOT S'lMT-EHGINE UNLESS BaT
COVER IS ATTACHED. KEEP HANDS,FEET.
AM) ClOTHING /lJNAY FROM MOVING BaTS
AND PUU.EYS. FAILURETO COMPLY COULD
RESULT IN NJURY. SEE OWNER'S MANUAl.
FOR FULL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
AVOID INJURY FROM ROTATING TlNESI
Keep hands, feet and clothing 8.WfJ:I.
.lines rotate when tiller Is
engaged.
. Tlnes rotatewhen drIv8
control lever is pulled
back.
. Releasing the drive
controIlewr to neutral
stops the tines.
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Part No. LBL516C
WARNINGIBelt Cover Decal
REFER TO OPERATOR'S MANUAL
FOR DETAILED OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
TO START:
1. Release drMI control lever to neutral position.
2. Pull transport wheels back to unfold machine.
3. Push primer.
5. Move throttle control lever to fast position.
6. Pull starter rope. Part No. LBL516F
FREE HAND IBumper Guard Decal
Part No. LBL3100C
TINES DANGER/OPERATION IHood
Decal
Part No. LBL3100H
WARNINGIPivot Mount Decal

.FE_RES i
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drive safety control lever
forward cable
belt guard
handlebar height
adjustment knob
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3-way adjustable tine widths
The advantageof THE BADGER gear drive rototiller over other front tine tillers, is the
exclusive unfolding and flexible drag bar. This gives the Ardisam Badger gear drive tiller its
stability and its versatility.For easy transport, fold the wheels under the engine. During
operation,the wheelsunfold back and the drag barfolds down.The long length betweenthe
tines and the drag bar make this the most comfortablefront tine tiller on the market.
Transport Position Operating Position
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~ECTION CHECK1.IST
UnpackTiller
Install the Depth RegulatorLever
Fill Oil Sump
Yourrototiller-comesfully assembled except for a few
parts.The following instructionswill help you unpack your
tiller and assembleand adjust your tiller's depth regulator
lever,cable tensionandhandlebar height.
UNPACK TILLER
1. Open top of carton and removehandlebar assembly.
ACAUTION
Do not try to liftthe rototillerfrom the carton.
2. Find parts packet. Parts packet contains:
2- 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" bolts
2- 5/16" spring lockwashers
.2- hand knobs
4- clevis pins w/wire bails
2- 1/2" push nuts
1- detent pin
3. Cut open end of carton and remove machine:
a. Install wheels on each end of axle, tap on push nuts
with a hammer.
b. Assemble tines to unit, inside tines first. Sharp edge
of tine will be away from operator at top or face down
at front of machine.
c. Outside tines have two positions- wide 21" & narrow
16". For narrow width - assemble with short side of
tine holder pipe towards center of machine.
d. For wide width - move left tine to right side and right
to left side. Assemble with long half of tine pipe
towards machine.
e. Slide top handle of handlebar over lower loop. Put
5/16-18 x 1-3/4" bolts thru both holes from inside
out, put on 5/16" spring lockwashers and tighten with
height adjustment knobs.
1.Add and check engine oil.
It
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The right and leftsides of your
rototillerare determined from the.
operatingposition as you face the
direction of forward travel.
NarrowTine Width
Wide Tine Width
lower
handlebar
loop
height
adjustment--
knob

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INSTALL THE DEPTH REGULATOR
LEVER
1. Installthe depth regulatorleverthrough hole in bracket
fromthe bottomupwith curve to rearof unitand
securewithdetentpin.
depth
regulator
lever
UNPACKING AI\1&ASSIMBLY
FILLING OIL SUMP
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ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY
WITHOUT OIL. YOU MUST ADD ENGINE OIL
BEFORE STARTING EN"GINE.
1. Add oil according to engine manual. Do not overfill.
Use a clean, high quality SAE30W detergent oil.
Container must be marked A.P.I. Service SF - SJ. Use
no special additives with recommended oils. Do not
mix oil with gasoline.
2. Always check oil level before starting engine. Refer to
engine manual for capacity.

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fI SECTION CHECKLIST
Drive SafetyControl Lever
DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER
Engage tines into forward,releasing returns machine to
neutraL .
Pulling down on drive safety control lever engages the
tines. Releasing,thedrivesafety control leverdisengages
the tines to a neutralposition.
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drive safety control
lever disengaged
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ACAUTION
This information is provided here only to introducethe
control.DO NOT STARTTHE ENGINEATTHISTIME.
Starting and operating instructions are given on page
11.Pleasereadthis section andalloperptingandsafety
instructions beforestarting yourtiller.
ACAUTION
ENGINE SHOULD BE OFF BEFORE ADJUSTING
ANYCONTROLS!
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+:+ Asa safety precaution, the drivesafetycontrol lever
will not lock in the forward position.
.:. Tostop thetines at any time, releasethe drivesafety
control lever.
ACAUTION
Extreme caution should be' used when operating
rototillerin the forward direction.

SECTION CHECKLIST
Handlebar Height Adjustment
Belt Tension Adjustment
Depth Regulator Lever
HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Adjust handlebar height.
There are two handlebaradjustments.The ideal heightof
the handlebarvaries with operator heightand the depth of
tilling.Toadjusthandlebarheight:
1. Unscrewknobsand removebolts.
2. Slide handlebarup or downto raise or lower.
3. Reinsertboltsthrough height adjustment holes andput
washeron end of bolt.
4. Tighten with height adjustment knob.
height
adjustment.,.....-
knob
ADJUSIMEITS l
DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER
Tilling depth is controlled by the height of the depth
regulator lever.
To adjust tilling depth.
1. Remove detent pin.
2. R~ise the depth regulator lever to position tines at
chosen tilling depth.
3. Align hole in depth regulator lever with hole in depth
regulator bracket and replace detent pin.
depth
regulator
lever
ACAUTION
Do not adjust tilling depth unless drive safety control
leveris releasedto the neutral position.
BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT
Proper belt tension is critical to good performance. After
1/2 hour of operation, all cables may have to be adjusted
due to initial stretch. Thereafter, check tension after every
2 hours of operation.
To increase belt tension:
1. Loosen upper jam nut. Turn nut up cable in 1/8"
increments.
2. Tighten lower jam nut.
3. Check adjustment.
This procedure can be repeated until conduit adjustment
bolts have no more adjustment left. If no more adjustment
can be made, belt may have to be replaced. 10

IPlRAT.
MSBmDN CHECKLIST
Pre-Start Inspection
Starting and Stopping the Engine
Tilling
ACAUTION
Please do not"startyour tiller until you have read the
Manual that came with your engine, and the sections in
this rnanuaTtitJEKiControls, Adjustments and Safety. If
you have read these, follow the steps below to start
your tiller. Always perform this pre-start checklist before
starting the engine.
ACAUTION
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with
care. Never fill thetank when the engine is hot or running.
Always move outdoors to fill the tank.
PRE-STARr INSPEcrlON
'1. Makesure allsafetyguards are in place and all nuts
and bolts are secure.
2. Checkoil levelinenginecrankcase. See your engine
manualfor procedureand specifications.
3. Inspectair cleanerfor cleanliness. See your engine
manualfor procedure.
4. Checkthe fuel supply.Fillthe fuel tank no closer than
1/2 inchfrom top of tankto provide space for
expansion.Seeyourengine manual for fuel
recommendations.
5. Be sure spark plug wireis attached and spark plug is
tightened securely.
6. Check depth regulator lever position.
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ENGINE IS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY
WITHOUT OIL.YOU MUST ADD ENGINE Oil
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.
:lSTARTING AND STOPPING THE
ENGINE
NOTE: Refer to engine manual for proper operating
instructions.
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ACAUTION
Alwayskeep hands and feet clear of rotating machine
parts.
ACAUTION
Temperatureof muffler and near byareas mayexceed
1500F.Avoidthese areas.
ACAUTION
Do not move choke control to CHOKE to stop engine.
Backfire or engine damage may occur.
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To stop the engine at any time, move throttle control
to the off position. To stop tines at any time, release
drive safety control lever to the neutral position.
TILLING
1. Adjustthe depth regulator lever to desired tillingdepth.
NOTE: Raise depth regulator lever up one hole at a
time, testing tiller operation after each raise. Raising
depth regulator lever too high can result in loss of
control of tiller I
2. Movethe throttle control to fast.
3. Placethe tiller in forward by pushing downonthe
drivecontrollever--this will engage the tines.
ACAUTION
To stop the tines at any time, release drive safety con-
trollever to the neutral position.
ACAUTION
Alwaysreleasedrive safety control levertothe neutral
positionbeforeadjusting the depth regulator lever.
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SEcnON CHECKLIST
Check Belt Tension
Change Forward Belt
Check or Fill Oil Sump
Check Tiller Transmission Grease
Engine Maintenance
Clean Tine Axle Shaft
Prepare for Storage
Tiller and Engine Maintenance Schedule
CHECK BELT TENSION
Belt tension may decrease over time. It must be adjusted
within the first half hour of operation, and checked after
every two hours of operation. Proper adjustment will
assure long belt life. Too much or too little belt tension will
cause premature belt failure. To check and adjust the
forward belt tension:
1. Turn off engine. Engine must be cool.
2. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure.
3. With drive safety control lever in the neutral position,
measure length of spring when compressed.
4. Pull down on drive safety control lever and measure
length of spring when stretched out. Ideal length would
be 1/4" longer.
MAINTENANCE--
ACAUTION ~
To prevent accidental starting:
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Engine must be turned off and cool, and spark plug
wire must be removed from spark plug before checking
and adjusting engine or equipment.
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1-1/4" ---
ACAUTION
Check belt tension regularly. Too much or too little
tension will cause premature belt failure.

MAIN'INMCE AU STIIIAOI
~CHAIVSEFfJRWMlIJ BELT
1. Turn off engine. Engine must be cool.
2. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure.
3. Remove belt guard.
* remove the belt from the engine pulley:
-gently pull the engine recoil rope to rotate the
pulley.
- with the pulley turning, force the belt out of the
V-groove.
- slide the belt free of the engine pulley.
- pull the belt down and out of the way.
- push the bolt forward and out front of machine.
* install new belt:
- place belt in transmission pulley groove.
- gently pull the engine recoil rope to rotate the
pulley while forcing the belt into the V-groove.
4. Replace belt guard.
5. Attach spark plug wire.
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remove belt
fromfront
BELT REPLACEMENT PART #:
727A (forward)

MAIII'8I18 - ,IRJIIAGE
CHECK OR'FILL OIL SUMP
1. Add 0;1accordinglo engine manual. Do not overfill.
Use a clean, high quality SAE30W detergent oil.
Container must be marked A.P.I. Service SF - SJ. Use
no special additives with recommended oils. Do not
mix oilwith gasoline.
2. Always check oilleveJ before starting engine. Refer to
engine manual for capacity.
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ENGINEIS SHIPPED FROM FACTORY WITH-
OUT OIL. YOU MUST ADD ENGINE OIL BEFORE
STARTING ENGINE.
CHECK TILLER TRA'NSMIS5101V
GR.EASE
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TILLER TRANSMISSION IS SHIPPED FROM
FACTORY WITH THE PROPER AMOUNT OF
00 LIQUID GREASE.
Toadd grease, remove both highand lowgrease ports.
Injectgrease in bottomuntilyou see some at top hole,
transmission is nowfull.
grease out,
high grease
port
grease in,
low grease
port

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ACAUTION
Do not operate tiller before reading the engine manual
provided in the parts pa~et.
ACAUTION
Temperatureof mufflerand near byareas mayexceed
1500F.Avoidthese areas.
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Enginecan overheatand become damaged if debris
blocksthecoolingsystem or rotating screen.
Never runenginewithout complete air cleaner
installedon engine.
.ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Referto the enginemanual included in your parts packet
for informationon engine maintenance.Yourengine
manual providesdetailed information and a maintenance
schedule for performingthe following tasks:
1. Checkoiltevel every5 hours of operation, or before
each use.
2. Changeoilafterfirst 5 hoursof operation. Change oil
while engine iswarm. Refillwith new oil of
recomMendedgrade.
4. Checkspark plugyearly or every 100 hours of
operation.Referto engine manual for spark plug type
and gapsetting.
5. Service aircleaner.
6. Keep engine and parts clean.
7. Check engine and equipment often for loose nuts and
bolts, keep these items tightened.
CLEAN TINE AXLE SHAFT
1.TURl off engine. Engine must be cool.
2. Removespark plug wire from spark plug and secure.
3. Removeall vegetation, string, wire, and other material
that may have accumulated onthe axle betweenthe
insideset of tines and the seal on the transmission
housing.
4. Replacespark plug wire.

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PREPARE FOR STORAGE
Follow the steps below to prepare your tiller for storage.
Read your engine manual for detailed instructions on
preparing the engine for storage.
1. Protect wheels and axles from rust:
-Coat the axles lightly with axle grease.
2. Run with gas stabilizer in fuel.
3. Drain the fuel tank. Run the engine until it stops.
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4.Whileengineisstillwarm,draintheoilfromthe "',
engine. Refill with fresh oil of the r~commended grade.
5. t{emove spark plug, pour ope-half ounce of clean
engine oil into cylinder. Pull starter handle slowly
several times to distribute oil. Replace spark plug.
6. Clean entire tiller.
7. Store your tiller in a clean, dry building.
ACAUTION
Donot store tiller in an non-ventilated areawhere fuel
fumes may reachflame, sparks,pilotlightsoran ignited
object. Drain fuel outdoors away from any ignition
sources.Use only approved fuel containers.
TILLER AND ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Yourtillerwill require maintenance including service and adjustmentsbefore and after use.Tohelp ensurelong lifeand ~
peak performancefor your tiller, follow the maintenance schedule below.Refer to your engine manualto establisha
maintenanceschedulefor your engine.
Maintenance Operation See Page #
Checkbelttension 12
Check or fill engine crankcase 14
Checktillertransmission grease -14
Changeforward belt 13
Cleantine axle shaft 15
Changeengine oil -EM
Before Each Use 50 hrs or
Every Season
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EM =See engine manual.
1 Adjust throttle control after first 3 hours of operation or if engine is hard to start or run-on occurs.
2 Change oil after first 5 hours, then after every 50 hours or every season. Change oil every 25 hours when
operating under heavy load or in high temperatures.

TROUBLESHDOBNG'AND"RENtH .y
.'-'TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ACAUTION
Practicesafety at all times. Engine must be turned off
and allowed to cool, and spark plug wire must be
disconnected and secured before attempting any
maintenance or repair.
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PROBLEM REMEDY IACTION
Engine wiltnot start 1.Connect spark plug wire to spark plug
2.ThroUlemust be positioned at choke for a cold start
Engine runs rough, floods during operation 1.Clean or replace air cleaner
Engine Is hard to start 1.Drain old fuel and replace with fresh. Use gas stabilizer
at end of season
2. Makesure spark plug wire is securely attached to spark
plug
3.Drive control safety lever must be released to neutralto
start the engine
Engine misses or lacks power 1.Clean or replace air cteaner
2. Improper carburetor adjustment. take to authorized
engine service center
3.Replace spark plug and adjust gap
4. Drainand refill gas tank and carburetor
Engine willnot stop when throttle control Is positioned at 1.See engine manual to check and adjust throttle linkage
stop
Tiller moves forward during starting 1.Drive safety control lever must be released to neutralto
start the engine
Tiller is difficultto control when tilling (machine jumps or 1.Raisethetinesfor shallower tilling by raising thedepth
lurchesforward) regulator lever. see page 10
2. Lowerengine speed in hard ground
Belts squeal in neutral 1.Adjustbett guide:
.turn engine off and allow muffler to cool
.disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug
.pull down on drive safety control lever
.manually bend belt guide so there is 1/16 inch
or less clearance between belt guide and belt
.replace spark plug wire
Belts squeal In forward operation 1.Turnengine offand allow muffler to cool
2. Disconnectspark plug wire from spark plug
,3.Release drive safety control leverto neutral
4.Adjust engage cable
5.Replace spark plug wire

PART #
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3164
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DESCRIPTION OTY.
LOCKW ASHER-Spring, 5/16" .2
BOLT-HexHd, 3/8"-16 x 1", Grade 5 4
NUT-Hex,3/8"-16 4
DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER 1
TOP HANDLE, Black (Earthquake) 1
BOTTOMHANDLE. Black (Earthquake) 1
TOP HANDLE, Red (GardenStar) 1
BOTTOMHANDLE. Red (GardenStar) 1
BOLT-HexHd, 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" 2
CAPSCREW-HexHd, 1/4-20 x 2", Grade 5 1
KNOB-Five Star Black, 5/16-18 2
SPRING-BeeHive, Forward Cable Adjust 1
N'UT-Nyloc,#10 1
N'UT-Jam,5/16"-24 2
CABLEASSEMBLY 1
NUT-Nyloc, 1/4" 1

3100/3280 Motor Mounta HoodAssembly
6.v
3103,3104
802
8655
3190,3290
2102
3149
0519
-504
1516~~ ~/60056
67538 I I ~3182
3131, 323~ 60056 409 ~
67538"1 1416 rn
~1418
L16 ~~11 rJ
53596B
-3184 WF516 \,\\,~/ij' A'
i.. 1twF516 (5) ~~6OG56 ~AY'1408 ~67538
2104
1516
PART #I
60056
409
504
731
802
803
804
1401
1407
1408
1416
1418
4~16
V02
2104
3103
3104
3130
3131
DESCRIPTION QIX.
NUT-BiwayLock, 5/16-18 6
DETENTPIN, 5/16" 1
LOCKWASHER-Spring,5/16" 2
PULLEY-2Groove, Engine, 3/4" ill 1
CAPSCREW-HexHd, 5/16-24 x 3/4" 1
WASHER,5116"ID x 1-5/8" OD, Eng. Pulley.l
KEY,3/16 x I" 1
CAPSCREW-HexRd, 5/16-18 x 1-1/4" 1
SPRING-IdlerAnn 1
PULLEY-ForwardIdler 1
LINK PIN 1
COITERPIN 1
BOLT-HexFlange Hd, 1/4-20x 3/4" 8
BOLT-HexHd, 3/8-16 x I" 4
NUT-Hex,3/8-16 Two-Way 5
ENGINE, 5.5-hpTecumseh (3100) 1
ENGINE, 5-hp Briggs & Stratton (3200) 1
FRAME-EngineMount, Black (EQ) 1
FRONTBELTCOVER,Black (EQ) 1
2104
3150,3250
1714250
1960519
-1516
3157
3132,3232
1714250
1960519
PART #I DESCRIPTION QJ.:L
3132 SHJELD-Tine,Black (EQ) ................................
13149 WHEEL SHAFf, 1/2" Hinge 1
3150 DRAG BAR MOUNT, Black (EQ) 1
3157 DEPTH REGULATORLEVER 1
3182 BELT GUIDE & MOUNT 1
3184 IDLER ARM-Forward 1
3190 REAR COVER & MOUNT, Black (EQ) 1
3198 SPACER-Engine 1
3230 FRAME-Engine Mount, Red (GS) : 1
3231 FRONT BELTCOVER, Red (GS) 1
3232 SHIELD-Tine, Red CGS) 1
3250 DRAG BAR MOUNT, Red (GS);1
3290 REAR COVER & MOUNT,Red (GS) 1
8655 BOLT-HexHd, 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" 2
53596B CABLEYOKE 1
67538 NUT-Nyloc, 1/4" 8
1714250 WHEEL &TIRE ASSEMBLY 2
1960519 PUSH NUT. 112"Dia. 4
WF516 WASHER-Flat, 5/16" 6
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