Montgomery Ward TMO-39083A User manual

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Safe Operation Practices.Assembly.Controls.Operation.How To UseY our TillerAdjustments.
Instructions given with this symbol are for per.
sonal safety. Be sure to follow them.
NOTICE: A data plate with the model number and serial numbers of your unit is located on the tine shield.
Record these numbers in the spaces provided on the back cover of this guide.
Check Spark Plug Wire
.Firmly attached?
.Wire terminal clean?
Check Crankcase Oil Level
.Overfilled/underfilled?
Check Fuel Tank
.Fuel in tank?
.Fuel dirty or stale?
.If tank has been empty for a long period,
fill tank completely.
Check Air Cleaner
.Clean?
.Choke plate stuck?
.Governor spring free to move?
Check Starting Instructions
.Read instruction manuals and labels for specific
instructions.
* WARNING ~
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This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unim-
proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is
equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester muffler is
available at your nearest engine authorized service center.
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...3 Lubrication...4 Maintenance....8 Off-Season Storage
...9 Illustrated Parts ...
...9 PartsList..10 Parts Information. .

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~ WARNING ~
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To reduce the potential for any injury, comply with the following safety instructions. Failure to comply with
the instructions may result in personal injury.
1. It is suggested that this manual be read in its
entirety before attempting to assemble or
operate this unit. Keep this manual in a safe
place for future reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
14. Do not walk in front of the tiller while the
engine is running.
15. Check the fuel before starting the engine.
Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. Do
not fill gasoline tank indoors, when the engine
is running, or while the engine is still hot.
Wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting
the engine as it may cause a fire or explosion.
2. Your tiller is a precision piece of power equip-
ment, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise ex-
treme caution at all times.
3. Read this Owner's Manual carefully. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls and the
proper use of the equipment. 16. Do not run the engine while indoors. Exhaust
gases are deadly poisonous.
17. Be careful not to touch the muffler after the
engine has been running. It is hot.
4. Never allow children to operate a power tiller.
Only persons well acquainted with these rules
of safe operation should be allowed to use
your tiller.
18.
Do not change the engine governor settings
or overspeed the engine. Excessive engine
speeds are dangerous.
5. No one should operate this unit while intoxi-
cated or while taking medication that impairs
the senses or reactions. 19. Before any maintenance work is performed or
adjustments are made, remove the spark plug
wire and ground it on the engine block for
added safety.
6.
Keep the area of operation clear of all per-
sons, particularly small children and pets.
7. Do not operate equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals. Always wear substan-
tial footwear. 20. Use caution when tilling near buildings and
fences. Rotating tines can cause damage or
injury.
8. Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could
get caught on the tiller. 21. Before attempting to remove rocks, bricks and
other objects from tines, stop the engine and
be sure the tines have stopped completely.
Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground to
prevent accidental starting.
9. Do not start the engine unless the shift lever
is in the neutral (N) position.
10. Do not stand in front of the tiller while starting
the engine.
22.
Check the tine and engine mounting bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness.
11. Do not place feet and hands on or near the
tines when starting the engine or while the
engine is running.
23. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be
sure the equipment is in safe working condi-
tion.
12. Never attempt to make a wheel or depth bar
adjustment while the engine is running. 24. Never store the equipment with gasoline in
the tank inside of a building where fumes may
reach an open flame or spark. Allow the
engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
13.
Do not leave the tiller unattended with the
engine running.
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ASSEMBLY
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NOTE
This unit is shipped WITHOUT GAS-
OLINE or OIL. After assembly, see
separate engine manual for proper
fuel and engine oil recommenda-tions.
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FIGURE 1.
AE
~Contents of Hardware Pack: (See Figure 1)
A (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 3/4" Long
B (1) Flat Washer 3/8" I.D.
C (1) Ball Knob
D (1) Clevis Pin
E (1) Hairpin Cotter
F (4) Hex Bolts 3/8-16 x 1.0" Long
G (4) Belleville Washers 3/8" I.D.
H (4) Lock Washers 3/8" I.D.
I (4) Hex Nuts 3/8-16 Thread
L (2) Cable Ties
M (4) Carriage Bolts 5/16-18 x 1.75" Long
N (4) Lock Washers 5/16" I.D.
0 (4) Hex Nuts 5/16-18 Thread -'=- -
P (4) Belleville Washers 5/16" I.D. --=.:;..-::
Q (4) Hex Nuts 5/16-18 Thread
R (1) Hex Bolt 1/4 -28 x 1" Long
S (1) He~Lqck Nut 1/4-28 Thread
T (1) Rubber Washer,~~_-
U (1) Flat Washer 5/16" I.D. X7/8~r-.o.Q=:.::V (1) Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18 Thread --.
W (1) Drive Clutch Lever--Loose
Parts in Carton: (See figure 2)
AA (1) Handle-R.H.
AB (2) Side Shields
AC (1) Handle Panel
AD (1) Depth Bar Assembly
AE (1) Handle-L.H.
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FIGURE 2.
1. Remove tiller, loose parts and hardware pack
from carton. Make certain all parts and
literature have been removed from the carton
before the carton is discarded.
2. Extend the control cables attached to the
ti!ler and place on the floor. Be careful not to
bend or kink the cables.
DEPTH BAR INSTAllATION
1. Raise the tine shield hinge flap assembly. )p-
sert the depth bar assembly (AD) between the
two shoulder bolts and up through the tin~-shield
assembly as shown in figure 3.
NOTE ."
For clarity, figure 3 was taken with., "-.-:"",,,~:
tiller raised on end. It is not neces~~;:
sary to raise the tiller. .:
FIGURE 3.
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Flat
Washer
-(8)
Ball Knob
(C) Hex Bolt
(A)
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Depth Bar
Assembly
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Hairpin
Cotter'
(E) ,
2.
Insert clevis pin (0) through the tine shield
and depth bar assemblies. Secure with hairpin~cotter
(E). See figure 4.
3. Insert hex bolt (A) into the upper hole of the
depth bar assembly. Place flat washer (8) onto
the hex bolt and thread ball knob (C) onto the
hex bolt. See figure 4. Tighten securely.
Clevis
Shield Pin (0)
Assembly
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FIGURE 4.
SIDE SHIELD INSTALLATION
Mount s,de shields (AB) over the weld bolts on the
end cover assemblies. Secure with belleville
-washers (P) and hex nuts (Q). See figure 5.
FIGURE 5.
HANDLE ASSEMBLY
NOTE
Left and right is determined from
the operator's position, standing
behind the tiller.
1. Place right handle (AA) in position on the right
side of the tiller. Insert hex bolts (F) through
belleville washers (G), handle and mounting
4 bracket. See figure 6. Secure with hex nuts (I)
and lock washers (H).
2. Repeat step 1 for left handle (AE) on the left
side of the tiller.
FIGURE 6
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