Buffalo tools Mt43cc User manual

MT43CC

2-CYCLE EARTH CULTIVATER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.

This manual provides important information on proper operation & maintenance. Every effort has been

made to ensure the accuracy of this manual. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible

condition and situation that may occur. We reserve the right to change this product at any time without

prior notice.

IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION ABOUT A CONDITION BEING SAFE OR UNSAFE,

DO NOT OPERATE THIS PRODUCT!

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE RETAILER!

If you experience a problem, have questions or need parts for this product, call Customer Service at

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FOR CONSUMER USE ONLY – NOT FOR PROFESSIONAL USE.

KEEP THIS MANUAL, SALES RECEIPT & APPLICABLE WARRANTY FOR

FUTURE REFERENCE.

Read this

entire

manual before installation

and use.

We reserve

the right to

change,

alter or

improve

the

product and this document

any

time

without prior

notice.

NTENT

Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................. 3

Warnings and

ecautions

................................................................................................................. .................................... ..............................

4-7

Unpacking and Assembly ............................................................................................................................................... 7

Operating Your Cultivator...................................................................................................................................................8

Maintenance................................................................................................................................................................. 11

Transporting and Storage............................................................................................................................................. 14

Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................................................................15

Parts Diagrams & Parts Lists ..........................................................................................................................................16

2 YEAR LIMITED EMISSION-RELATED WARRANTY

THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA EMISSION STANDARDS UNDER 40 CFR 1054.625 .The emission-related limited warranty is valid for two (2) years. Keep the

purchase receipt and mail in the product registration card for proof of purchase. Buffalo Corp limits emission

n-related warranty repairs to authorized service centers for owners located within 100 miles of an authorized service center. For owners located more than 100 miles from

an authorized service center, Buffalo Corp will, in its sole discretion, either pay for shipping costs to and from an authorized service center, provide for a service

technician to come to the owner to make the warranty repair, or pay for the repair to be made at a local non-authorized service center. The provisions of this paragraph

apply only for the contiguous states, excluding the states with high-altitude areas identified in 40 CFR part 1068, Appendix III.

To exercise this warranty, DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER. Instead, call Customer Service toll free at 1-636-532-9888 (email address info@buffalotools.com) and you

will be instructed on where to take the engine for warranty service. Take the generator and proof of purchase (your receipt) to the repair facility recommended by the

Customer Service Representative. The warranty does not extend to generators damaged or affected by fuel contamination, accidents, neglect, misuse, unauthorized

alterations, use in an application for which the product was not designed and any other modifications or abuse.

1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY (30 Day Limited Warranty for Commercial and Rental Purpose)!

This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 YEAR from date of original purchase. Buffalo Corp. is not liable for any

indirect, incidental or consequential damages from the sale or use of this product. Any implied warranties are limited to 1 YEAR as stated, or as otherwise stated, in this

written limited warranty. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow limitation on the length of

an implied warranty. Buffalo Corp will repair or replace, at its discretion, any part that is proven to be defective in materials or workmanship under normal use during the

1 YEAR warranty period. Warranty repairs or replacements will be made without charge for parts or labor. Parts replaced during warranty repairs will be considered as

part of the original product and will have the same warranty period as the original product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that

vary state to state

REGISTRATION

Record your model number and serial number in the space provided for easy reference. Fill out and mail the registration card located in your parts

packet. Warranty is valid only if the completed registration card is received by within 30 days of purchase.

Item Number

Serial Number

Engine Serial Number

Date of Purchase

Place of Purchase

INTRODUCTION

OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY

Accurate assembly and safe and effective use of the cultivator is the owner’s responsibility.

• Read and follow all safety instructions.

• Carefully follow all assembly instructions.

• Maintain the cultivator according to directions and schedule included in this operator’s manual.

• Ensure that anyone who uses the cultivator is familiar with all controls and safety precautions.

SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

43cc

FUEL TANK CAPACITY

27 ounces

GAS/OILRATIO

50:1 (2.6 ounces oil per gallon of gasoline)

OIL TYPE

2 CYCLE ENGINE OIL

GAS TYPE

UNLEADED REGULAR GAS

SPARKPLUG

BM6A

SPARK PLUG GAP

.028

TRANSMISSION

GEAR DRIVE

GEAR RATIO

32:1

TILLIN

WIDTH

6 inch minimum - 10 inch maximum

TILLlN

DEPTH

8 inch maximum

TINE SPEED

250 RPM

WHEEL SIZE

1.375 x 7.0 inch diameter

GENERALSAFETYRULES

SPECIAL MESSAGES

Your manual contains special messages to bring attention

to potential safety concerns, machine damage as well as

helpful operating and servicing information. Please read

all the information carefully to avoid injury and machine

damage.

NOTE: General information is given throughout

the manual that may help the operator in the

operation or service of the machine.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please read this section carefully. Operate the cultivator

according to the safety instructions and recommendations

outlined here and inserted throughout the text. Anyone

who uses this cultivator must read the instructions and be

familiar

with the controls.

WARNING

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT

CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF

CALIFORNIA

TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH

DEFECTS, OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.

This symbol points out important safety

instructions which if not followed could

endanger your personal safety. Read and

follow all instructions in this manual before

attempting to operate this equipment.

•Do not transport the cultivator from one place to another

with the engine running.

•The tines of the cultivator should not rotate when the

engine is idling. If it does rotate when engine is idling,

contact the distributor for instructions.

•Dress appropriately when operating the cultivator.

Always wear sturdy footwear (e.g., steel-toed boots).

Never wear sandals, sneakers, or open shoes, and

never operate the cultivator with bare feet. Do not wear

loose clothing that might get caught in moving parts.

Always wear ANSI-approved safety glasses for eye

protection.

•Always keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away

from any moving parts on engine and cultivator.

•Always wear a protective hearing device.

•Do not allow children to operate this cultivator. Do not

allow adults to operate the cultivator without proper

instruction.

•Do not operate any power equipment under the

influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Keep all screws, nuts and bolts tight.

•Engine should be turned off and cool, spark plug wire

must be removed from spark plug before any repairs

or adjustments are attempted.

•Temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed

150° F (65° C). Avoid these areas.

•Never run engine indoors or in an enclosed area. Engine

exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and

deadly gas.

•Carefully inspect the area to be cultivated, and remove

all foreign objects. Do not cultivate above underground

utilities, including water lines, gas lines, electric cables,

or pipes. Do not operate the cultivator in soil with

large rocks and foreign objects which can damage the

equipment.

•If an object becomes lodged in the tines, turn engine off,

remove the wire from the spark plug and secure, allow

to cool before attempting to remove the foreign object.

CAUTION

AVOID INJURY! THIS SYMBOL AND TEXT

HIGHLIGHT POTENTIAL HAZARDS OR DEATH TO

THE OPERATOR OR BYSTANDERS THAT MAY OCCUR

IF THE HAZARDS OR PROCEDURES ARE IGNORED.

IMPORTANT

ENGINE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Warning Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

All engines contain carbon monoxide in their exhaust.

Carbon monoxide is a deadly, colorless, tasteless, odorless gas

which may be present even if you do not smell or see any engine exhaust. Levels of carbon monoxide, which can be

deadly, can be present for days in an enclosed area that has poor ventilation. Any level of carbon monoxide, if

inhaled, can cause headaches, drowsiness, nausea, dizziness, confusion and eventually death. If you experience any of

these symptoms, seek fresh air and medical attention immediately.

Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Never run engine indoors.

•Never try to ventilate engine exhaust indoors. Carbon monoxide can reach dangerous levels very quickly.

•Never run engine outdoors where exhaust fumes may be pulled into a building.

•Never run engine outdoors in a poorly ventilated area where the exhaust fumes may be trapped and not easily taken

away. (Examples include: in a large hole or areas where hills surround your working area.)

•Never run engine in an enclosed or partially enclosed area. (Examples include: buildings that are enclosed on one or

more sides, under tents, car ports or basements.)

•Always run the engine with the exhaust and muffler pointed in the direction away from the operator.

•Never point the exhaust muffler towards anyone. People should always be many feet away from the operation of

the

engine and its attachments.

Gasoline Fires and Handling Fuel Safely

Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable. Never use fuel where a spark or flame may be present. Never use fuel where

a potential source of ignition could occur. (Examples include: hot water or space heaters, clothes dryer, electric motors, etc.)

Keep flames and sparks away from engine and fuel to prevent fires. Fuel fires spread very quickly and are highly

explosive.

Prevention of Gasoline Fires

•Never fill your fuel tank indoors. (Examples include: basement, garage, barn, shed, house, porch, etc.)

Always fill fuel tank outside in a well-ventilated area.

•Never remove the fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running. Stop engine and allow to cool before filling.

•Never drain fuel from engine in an enclosed area.

•Always wipe up excess (spilled) fuel from engine before starting. Clean up spilled fuel immediately.

•Allow spilled fuel to dry, after wiping and before starting.

•Allow fuel fumes/vapors to escape from the area before starting engine.

•Test the fuel cap for proper installation before starting and using engine.

•Always run the engine with fuel cap properly installed on the engine.

•Always unscrew gas cap vent screw while engine is running.

•Never smoke while refilling engine fuel tank.

•Prevent fire and explosion caused by static electric discharge. Use only nonmetal, portable fuel containers

approved by the Underwriter’s Laboratory (U.L.) or the American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM).

•Do not store engine with fuel in fuel tank indoors. Fuel and fuel vapors are highly explosive.

•During storage, screw down gas cap vent screw tightly.

•Never pour fuel from engine fuel tank.

•Never siphon fuel by mouth to drain fuel tank.

•Always have an adult fill the fuel tank.

•Never allow an adult or anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol to fill engine.

•Never allow children to fill the engine.

•The clutch will transfer maximum power after about two hours of normal operation. During this break-in period clutch

slippage may occur. The clutch should be kept free of oil or other moisture for efficient operation.

BURNS AND FIRES

The muffler, muffler guard and other parts of the engine become extremely hot during the operation of the engine.

These parts remain extremely hot after the engine has stopped. Do not touch.

Prevention of Burns and Fires

•Never remove the muffler guard from the engine.

•Never touch the muffler guard because it is extremely

hot and will cause severe burns.

•Never the engine that becomes hot after operation.

•Always keep materials and debris away from muffler

guard and other hot parts of the engine to avoid fires.

This engine is designed to operate using a catalytic

converter which contributes to the engine’s compliance

with the EPA.

Steps for Working on Engine or Cultivator

Turn off engine switch.

Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.

Securely place the disconnected spark plug wire

away from the spark plug and any metal parts. This

must always be done or arcing may occur between

spark plug wire and metal parts.

Replace or repair the part on the engine or cultivator.

Check all parts that were repaired, or removed during

repair, that they are secure and fit correctly.

NOTE: All repair parts must come from the

factory.

Replace spark plug wire.

CAUTION

SAFETY DECALS

Reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to oper-

ate this equipment safely and effectively. We have placed a safety decal on the cultivator to remind you of some of this

important information while you are operating the unit.

Familiarize yourself with the location and content of the safety messages you will see as you perform normal

cultivating operations. Please review this decal (above). If you have any questions regarding its meaning or how to

comply with these instructions, reread the complete safety

instruction text in this manual, or contact your local dealer.

Should!this!decal!become!unreadable!because!of!being!worn,!faded,!or!otherwise!damaged!during!the!use!of!your!!

cultivator,!please!use!the!part!number!information!provided!to!order!a!replacement!label!from!customer!service.

These!

decals!are!easily!applied,!and!will!act!as!a!constant!visual!reminder!to!you,!and!others!who!may!use!the!equipment,!to!

follow!the!safety!instructions!necessary!for!safe,!effective!operation!of!your!cultivator.!

UNPACKING & ASSEMBLY

UNPACK CULTIVATOR

1. Carefully lift the cultivator out of the box, remove any packing material and cut any ties holding the handlebar pieces to

the cultivator assembly.

ASSEMBLY

1. Stand the cultivator assembly upright with tines and wheels on a level surface. Wheels should be set in the lowest

position. DO NOT place the cultivator on a high surface where it can fall and cause property damage or personal

injury.

2. Using two tee handle nuts, two bolts, and two curved washers, assemble the middle handlebar to the lower

handlebar that

is already attached to the cultivator assembly. The middle handlebar can be installed in two positions

one high and one low. DO NOT overtighten the tee handle nuts.

3. Attach the upper right and left handlebars to the middle handlebar using the two remaining tee handle nuts, bolts, and

curved washers.

DO NOT overtighten the tee handle nuts.

4. The drag stake is shipped with point facing upwards. Before using, remove detent pin and turn the drag stake

around so the point is directed in the downward position facing towards the tines. Re-insert detent pin.

BM6A

GAP

.028

TRANSMISSION

32:1

maximum

SPEED

x diameter

ECIFIC

TIO

Two adjustable wheel height settings for cultivating, plus Low Height setting for easy transport

OPERATING YOUR CULTIVATOR

PREPARING ENGINE FOR STARTING

GAS AND OIL

Use a quality 2-cycle oil and use unleaded regular gas

only. Run engine with a 50:1 ratio (gas/oil).

Mixing Fuel

1. Fuel must be mixed in a container outside in a well

ventilated area.

2. Fill certified fuel container 1/4 full of recommended fuel.

3. Add recommended amount of 2 cycle oil.

4. Screw container cap on straight and tight.

5. Shake the container to mix fuel and oil.

6. Unscrew gas cap slowly to vent, add the remainder of

fuel requirements.

7. Wipe away any spilled fuel or oil and allow to evaporate

before moving or transporting.

Filling Fuel Tank

Shut off engine and allow engine to completely cool

before refilling the fuel tank.

Move to a well-ventilated area, outdoors, away from

flames and sparks.

Clean debris from area around the fuel cap.

Loosen fuel cap slowly. Place the cap on a clean, dry

surface.

Carefully add fuel without spilling.

Do not fill gas tank completely full, allow space for fuel

to expand.

Immediately replace fuel cap and tighten. Wipe off

spilled fuel and allow to dry before starting engine.

ENGINE

DISPLACEMENT

43cc

FUEL TANK

CIT

ounces

GAS/OIL

TIO

50:1

OIL

CYCLE ENGINE

OIL

FUEL

Minimum

87 octane gasoline

with

NO ethanol

content

CAUTION

NEVER STOREENGINE WITH FUEL IN THE TANK INDOORS.

NEVER MIX FUELAND OIL DIRECTLY IN ENGINE

FUEL TANK. USE ONLY NON METAL, PORTABLE

FUELCONTAINERS APPROVED BY THE

UNDERWRITER’S LABORATORY (U.L.) OR THE

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING & MATERIALS

(ASTM).

IMPORTANT

DO NOT START ENGINE WITH BATTERY

CHARGER CONNECTED TO BATTERY. THIS COULD

CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE CULTIVATOR.

NORMAL OPERATION

1. The clutch will transfer maximum power after about two

hours of normal operation. During this break-in period

clutch slippage may occur. The clutch should be kept

free of oil and other moisture for efficient operation.

2. Cultivate without placing excessive body weight on

the unit. The cultivator operates most efficiently with

the weight of the unit itself.

3. Never run engine indoors. Exhaust fumes are deadly.

Using the Screw Type, manual venting Gas Cap

Your cultivator is equipped with a screw type, manual

venting gas cap.

Before starting the engine, turn the screw in the top of

the gas cap 2-3 turns (counterclockwise) to its venting

position. DO NOT turn the screw to the point that it stops

(4-5 turns counterclockwise). Check that the gas cap is

screwed on tightly and the gas cap screw is in the

venting position.

After using the cultivator and before putting away or

transporting it in a truck bed, screw the gas cap screw

and gas cap on (clockwise) tightly. This will prevent gas

from leaking during storage. The gas cap will not leak

during storage if gas cap is tight and the screw at the

top is tight.

STARTING AND STOPPING ENGINE

•Move engine to a well ventilated area, outdoors, to

prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

•Move to an area away from flames or sparks, to avoid

ignition of vapors if present.

•Remove all debris from air cleaner holes and gas cap

to ensure proper air flow.

COLD ENGINE START: Starting engine for first time

or after engine has cooled off or after running out of fuel.

Move choke lever to RUN position.

NOTE: Choke must be in the RUN position when

pushing or using the primer bulb.

Prime unit until primer hose is filled with gas.

NOTE: Allow the primer bulb to return completely

to its original position between pushes.

CAUTION

IF ENGINE FAILS TO START AFTER TRYING

STARTING PROCEDURES, PLEASE CONTACT OUR

CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT.

WHEN THE UNIT STARTS TO FIRE OR RUN,

RELEASE THE THROTTLE CONTROL MOMENTARILY

WITH YOUR RIGHT HAND AND RETURN YOUR LEFT

HAND TO THE HANDLEBAR POSITION TO

MAINTAIN CONTROL AND STABILITY OF THE UNIT

WITH BOTH HANDS.

10!

Move choke lever to CHOKE position.

Note: Choke position is defined by moving

the choke lever as far to the Choke position

as possible.

Push rocker switch to the ON position.

Squeeze throttle control with right hand. Grasp

starter

handle with left hand and pull out slowly,

until it pulls slightly harder. Without letting starter

handle retract,

pull rope with a rapid full arm

stroke. Let it return to

its original position very

slowly until unit fires or runs. Repeat this step

every time the starter rope is pulled.

Note: if engine fails to start after 5-6 pulls,

push

primer 1 time and pull starter rope again.

After engine starts running, move choke lever to

HALF

CHOKE position until unit runs smoothly.

Note: Half choke is defined when the

choke

leveris between CHOKE and RUN.

Move choke lever to RUN position and move throttle

desired speed.

NOTE: Run at full throttle when possible. Do not

let unit idle for extended periods of time.

To stop engine, push rocker switch to OFF position.

WARM ENGINE START:

Move choke lever to CHOKE position.

Note: Choke position is defined by moving

the choke lever as far to the CHOKE position

as possible.

Continue with Step 4 of Cold Engine Starting.

HOT ENGINE START:

Continue with Step 4 of Cold Engine Starting.

If engine does not fire, refer to Step 1 of Warm

Engine Starting.

Adjusting Wheels and Drag Stake

The wheels on the cultivator can be adjusted to one

three positions. The lowest wheel position is used

for

transporting the cultivator across a smooth level

surface while the engine is not running. The two

higher positions are used when cultivating in soil

and help stabilize the unit when cultivating at

different depths.

To adjust wheels up or down:

Pull the locking metal sleeve against the spring

until it releases from one of the three holes in

the vertical guide.

Slide the wheel set up or down to the desired

position, and release the locking metal sleeve

until it locks into one of the three holes in the

vertical guide.

The drag stake is used to help regulate cultivating

depth and control the cultivator from leaping

forward during operation. Resistance to forward

motion is greatest when the drag stake is set in its

lowest position allowing for deeper cultivation.

To adjust the drag stake:

Pull the pin out of the drag stake mount hole.

Position the drag stake so the pointed tip is

directed downward.

Insert the pin into the hole that achieves

desired depth.

CAUTION

ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE OR

REPAIR.

EQUIPMENT.

TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARBY AREAS

MAY EXCEED 150° F (65° C). AVOID THESE AREAS.

11!

MAINTENANCE

STEPS FOR WORKING ON EQUIPMENT

Turn off engine switch.

Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.

Securely place the disconnected spark plug wire away

from the spark plug and any metal parts. This must al-

ways be done or arcing may occur between spark plug

wire and metal parts.

Replace or repair the part on the cultivator.

Check all parts that were repaired, or removed during

repair, that they are secure and fit correctly.

Note: Never replace parts that are not

specifically designed for the cultivator.

Reconnect the spark plug wire.

CULTIVATOR MAINTENANCE

1. The transmission case has grease installed at the factory.

It is recommended that once a year the gear case be split

by a qualified service professional and the grease

level checked. Add a molylithium type grease only if

level of

grease is below top of the gears. DO NOT

OVERFILL.

2. Keep all screws, nuts, and bolts tight.

3. For cold weather operation, store the unit in a cool

environment. Transferring the unit from a cold to a

warm place can cause the build up of harmful

condensation.

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Read the maintenance schedule and observe these

recommendations to extend the life of your engine.

To help you properly care for your engine, the following

pages include a maintenance schedule, routine

inspection procedures, and simple maintenance

procedures using basic hand tools. Other service tasks

that are more difficult, or require special tools, are best

handled by professionals and are normally performed by

a technician or other qualified mechanic.

Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emissions

control devices and systems may be performed by any

non-road engine repair establishment or individuals.

The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating

conditions. If you operate your engine under unusual

conditions, such as

sustained high-load or

high-temperature

operation, or use in

unusually wet or dusty

conditions, consult your

servicing dealer for

recommendations

applicable to your

individual needs and

use.

* Service more frequently

Every 8

hours

(daily)

Every 20

hours or

seasonally

Each

Year

Clean Engine and

Check Bolts & Nut

Air Filter

(See Air Filter section)

Check

Clean *

Replace

Spark Plug

(Gap .028”)

(See Spark Plugsection)

Check/

Adjust

Replace

12!

Cooling Fins

Cooling fins, air inlets & linkages must be free from any

debris before each use.

Air Filter

Never run engine without air cleaner properly installed.

Added wear and engine failure may occur if air cleaner is

not installed on engine.

Service air cleaner every 3 months or after 20 hours of

operation. Follow Figure A to remove cover and removing

and replacing filter.

Clean filter daily in extremely dusty conditions.

!!!!!!!!!!!!Figure!A

Spark Plug

The recommended spark plug is a BM6A which cross

references to a Champion CJ8.

Check spark plug at the beginning of each season.

Disconnect the spark plug cap, and clean any debris

from around the spark plug area.

Remove spark plug and replace if any of the following

occur; pitted electrodes, burned electrodes, cracked

porcelain, or deposits around electrodes.

After analysis, seat spark plug and tighten with spark

plug wrench. Reconnect the spark plug wire.

•Reinstall original spark plug, tighten additional 1/2 turn.

•Installing new spark plug, adjust spark plug gap to .028in.

and tighten additional 1/8 – 1/4 turn .

NOTE: Loose spark plug may overheat and damage

engine. Over tightened spark plug may damage threads

in the cylinder head.

Carburetor

Never tamper with factory setting of the carburetor.

To Remove Tines

Remove cotter pins from each end of tine shaft.

Slide the four tines off the shaft.

To Install Tines

Slide the inside tines onto each end of the tine

shaft. Stamped with a “B” and the other with a “C”.

Slide the outside tine “A” and tine “D” onto each end

of the shaft next. The tines should be installed in the

correct order so that they are positioned left to right

A, B, C, D, as viewed from the user’s position on the

cultivator. Make sure that the hub collars on both the

right and left pairs of tines face each other so that

there is adequate spacing between the tine blades.

Insert the cotter pins into the holes at each end of the

tine shaft to lock the tines into place.

IMPORTANT

13!

TRANSPORTING YOUR EARTH CULTIVATOR

After using the cultivator and before transporting it in

a truck bed, screw the gas cap screw and gas cap on

(clockwise) tightly. The gas cap will not leak during

transporting if gas cap is tight and the screw at the top

is tight. Never transport engine inside an enclosed space

within a vehicle. Fuel or fuel vapors may ignite causing

serious injury or death.

If fuel is present in the fuel tank, transport in an open

vehicle in an upright position.

If an enclosed vehicle must be used, remove gas into

an approved red fuel container. DO NOT siphon by

mouth.

Run engine to use up the fuel in the carburetor and fuel

tank. Always run engine in a well-ventilated area.

Wipe away any spilled fuel from engine and cultivator.

Allow to dry.

Gas cap and gas cap vent screw should be turned

down tightly before transporting cultivator in a vehicle.

LONG TERM STORAGE

If your cultivator will not be used for more than one month,

prepare it for long term storage.

Steps for long Term Storage

1. Remove the remainder of the fuel from the gas tank into

an approved fuel container.

2. Store cultivator engine in a vertical position.

3. Remove all debris from cultivator tines and engine.

SERVICE INFORMATION

This Cultivator is built with quality for long- lasting

durability, but no amount of careful design by us, and

careful maintenance by you, can guarantee a repair-free

life for your machine. Most repairs will be minor, and easily

fixed by following the suggestions in the troubleshooting

guide in this section.

The guide will help you pinpoint the causes of common

problems and identify remedies.

For more complicated repairs, contact your place of pur-

chase or, Inc. for an authorized service center in your area.

CAUTION

BY MOUTH.

TEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR.

14!

TROUBLESHOOTING

GUIDE

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE

USE

REMED

TION

Engine

will not start

1. Power switch

off

1. Flip switch

position

2. Spark

plug wire disconnected

onnec

spark

plug wire to

spark

plug

3. Out

of fuel

efuel

4. Spark

plug

faulty or improperly

gapped

4. Clean, replace

gap spark

plug

5. Fuel

line

hose

not

positioned

bot

tom of

gas

tank

5. Push

fuel line down into fuel in

gas

tank

Engine runs rough, floods

during

operation

Dirty

air

filt

1. Clean

replace air

filt

2. Choke partially

engaged

2. Turn

off choke

3. Carburetor

out of adjustment

3. Call customer

service

Engine is hard

to start

tale

fuel

1. Drain

old fuel

and replace

with fresh.

Use gas stabilizer

end

of season

2. Spark

plug wire loose

2. Make sure spark

wire

is securely attached

spark

plug

Dirty carburetor

3. Clean

car

bur

use gas

stabiliz

new gas

can

Throttle

control not held open

4. Prime

unit 3

more times

then pull

recoil

handle

Engine misses

lacks

power

1. Clogged gas

tank

emov

and clean gas

tank

2. Clogged air

filt

2. Clean

replace air

filt

3. Carburetor

out of

adjustment

or bad

3. Call customer

service

4. Spark

plug

faulty or improperly

gapped

4. Clean, replace

gap spark

plug

Engine

runs

then quits

1. Gas cap

not venting

1. Clean

replace gas

cap

check

vent

2. Plugged

fuel

filt

2. Clean

replace

fuel

filt

3. Carburetor

out of

adjustment

or bad

3. Call customer

service

Engine revs

too high

1. Carburetor

out of adjustment

1. Call customer

service

Tines

turn at idle

1. Idle speed

too high

1. Adjust

idle

speed

lower

2. Broken clutch

spring

2. Replace

spring

15!

ENGINE PARTS

EXPLOSION

16!

ENGINE PARTS

LIST

17!

HOOD & TINES PARTS

SIO

18!

HANDLEBAR PARTS

EXPLOSION

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY

Buffalo Corporation

Your Warranty Rights and Obligations:

The California Air Resources Board, U.S. EPA and Buffalo Corp are pleased to explain the Emission Control System Warranty on your new 2017 model

year outdoor power equipment engine.

California

In California, new spark-ignited small off-road equipment engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards.

Other States, U.S. Territories

In other areas of the United States, your engine must be designed, built and equipped to meet the U.S. EPA emission standards for spark-ignited engines at

or below 19 kilowatts.

All of the United States

Buffalo Corp must warrant the emission control system on your power equipment engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no

abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your power equipment engine. Where a warrantable condition exists, Buffalo Corp will repair your power

equipment engine at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.

Your emission control system may include parts such as: carburetors or fuel injection system, ignition system, catalytic converters, fuel tanks, valves, filters,

clamps, connectors, and other associated components. Also, included may be hoses, belts, connectors, sensors, and other emission-related assemblies.

Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage:

Emission control system is warranted for two years. If any emissions-related part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Buffalo Corp.

Owner’s Warranty Responsibility

As the power equipment engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner’s manual. Buffalo Corp

recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your power equipment engine, but Buffalo Corp can not deny warranty solely for the lack

of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.

As the power equipment engine owner, you should however be aware that Buffalo Corp may deny your warranty coverage if your power equipment engine

or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.

You are responsible for presenting your power equipment engine to distribution center or service center authorized by Buffalo Corp as soon as the problem

exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.

If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact

Buffalo Corp customer service representative at 1-636-532-9888 or email customer service: CS @ BUFFALOTOOLS.COM .

DEFECTS Warranty Coverage:

Adopted by the Air Resources Board, Buffalo Corp warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the small off-road engine

(SORE) (1) has been designed, built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulation; and (2) is free from defects in materials and workmanship

that cause the failure of a warranted part to conform with those regulations as may be applicable to the terms and conditions stated below.

(a) The warranty period begins on the date the engines is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service. The warranty period is two years.

(b) Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below, the warranty on emissions related parts is as follows:

(1) Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in your Owner’s Manual is warranted for the warranty period stated

above. If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage, the part will be repaired or replace by Buffalo Corp according to Subsection (4) below. Any

such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period.

(2) Any warranty part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in your Owner’s Manual is warranted for warranty period stated above. Any such part

repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period.

(3) Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in your Owner’s Manual is warranted for the period of time before the first

scheduled replacement date for that part. If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement, the part will be repaired or replaced by Buffalo Corp

according to the Subject (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the first

scheduled replacement point for the part.

(4) Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner.

(5) Notwithstanding the provisions herein, warranty services or repair will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the

subject engines.

(6) The engine owner must not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective, provided that such

diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station.

(7) Buffalo Corp is liable for damages to other engine components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part.

(8) Throughout the engine warranty period stated above, Buffalo Corp will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for

such parts.

(9) Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner. Such

use will not reduce the warranty obligations of Buffalo Corp.

(10) Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts

by the ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims. Buffalo Corp will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by