Honda FR750 User's Manual
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1. 15 15 ines and 1 0 44 0 16 AH TIN F N 17 H OF eje 20 TP 20 Till ing dep a TuStment uo 21 Drive adiustment 2 2 00 000000002000000 47 ine inspection and 50 AGE 1 SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury Read them carefully If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Honda tiller dealer for a replacement AWARNING 6 DRIVE BELT AND PULLEYS CAN INJURE YOU Keep guard in place during operation CONTACT WITH ROTATING TINES OO Keep hands and feet away while N WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY the engine is running AWARNING Rotary Tillers can be hazardous if operated improperly To avoid serious injury read all safety instructions carefully Read Owner s Manual before operation The Owner s Manual has important safety and operation information A WARNING GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE E Stop engine Avoid heat sparks and open flame when refueling a Lol SY SAFETY INFORMATION Most accidents with tille2. 31 Main clutch cable adjustment 04 02 42000 2 45 Maintenaribe Sdlely e eet en biduo oae iter Ceu qunsus save 32 Maintenance Schedule iier bea up Sra 35 Sediment CUD CIE ANDO ee rrr nae eee 39 Spark arrester maintenance optional equipment 42 Spark plug ServiGB ERE Um eee 40 Throttle cable adjustment Ps OE ta due a te uie eat 44 Tine inspection and 50 OPERATION CHECK ena epp ha cured iens 10 Ar CIO ANOLE tus uud aaa a E 11 T e 10 gie T 12 Tines ANG TASIONGIS ccein E 16 Tire DESSU E OPER 15 Rn 11 Nel udo met PL 15 SAFETY INFORMATION cantos cbe su S AERA GS Eb ERR 3 Safety information 4 Safety label lOCAllONs etr Rad pl osse eran ORG 3 SPECIFICA TONS 61 STARTING THE ENGINE RA ERES caps 17 STOPPING THE ENGINE 5 oi eoru Pastel ue pd 28 STORAGE oni toa vale i a rab Rond qu
3. 54 Preparation for Storage osi i dere ra 54 Removal 5 0 n esee din diode sete dente 58 SIOLagO estates 58 rires 20 Differential lock operation FR750 only 24 Gear Selecto se odd ba EMITE o TRA 22 Handleber height 2 1 20 Hom attude operation soa pa Deoque Le esa ke A 27 iiit 23 Tiling depthi adiustmoefiE sse tac deles eu 21 TING WOK iion oci ode Sape eL ae DES dessine EARN ER EUR 26 DET When MOVIN m 25 TRANSPORTING rM 30 TROUBLESHOOTING area kennar onte b a o dua Dao 59 WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION 62 MEMO 31777601 EMD SS 9970 00 31 777 6010 pe eee de PRINTED IN JAPAN
4. NOTE If installing a new spark plug tighten 1 2 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer If reinstalling a used spark plug tighten 1 8 1 4 turn after the spark plug seats 7 install the spark plug cap on the spark plug 41 SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE optional equipment The engine in your tiller is not factory equipped with a spark arrester In some areas it is illegal to operate an engine without a spark arrester Check local laws and regulations A spark arrester is available from authorized Honda servicing dealers The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep it functioning as designed If the engine has been running the muffler will be very hot Allow the muffler to cool before servicing the spark arrester 1 Remove the two 8 mm nuts 1 and remove the muffler from the cylinder 2 Remove the two 4 mm screws 2 from the muffler deflector 3 and remove the muffler deflector and muffler guide 4 3 Remove the four 5 mm screws 5 from the muffler protector and remove the muffler protector 4 Remove the 4 mm screw 7 from the spark arrester 8 and remove the spark arrester from the muffler 9 8 42 5 Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen careful to avoid damaging the spark arrester screen The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes Replace if necessary SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN 6 Install the spark
5. If the differential lock cable is not correctly adjusted it may become impossible to operate the differential lock Check and adjustment should be made with the handlebar in the 2nd position from the bottom 1 With the differential lock in the UNLOCK position adjust so that the end has the free play dimensions shown below Free play 1 4 mm 0 04 0 16 in 2 Adjust by loosening the lock nut and turning the adjusting nut 3 After the lever has been adjusted tighten the lock nut securely DIFFERENTIAL LOCK LEVER FREE PLAY Ps T 1 4 mm 0 04 0 16 in ADJUSTING NUT DIFFERENTIAL LOCK CABLE 46 DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT The drive belt must be inspected regularly for correct tension If the drive belt slips on its pulleys that will result in loss of power and premature wear or damage to the drive belt Inspection 1 Adjust the clutch cable refer to page 45 2 Remove the belt cover 3 Stop the engine remove the spark plug cap and set the clutch lever in the LOCK position Pinch the upper and lower parts of the belt together with both hands 5 or 6 times as shown in the figure and check to see if the belt gap and stopper gap are within the prescribed dimensions Belt gap 42 45 mm 1 65 1 77 in Specified belt FR650 V belt red SII SB38 FR750 V belt W600 SB38 4 Adjust if the gap is not within the prescribed dimensions BELT GAP 42 45 mm 1 65 1 77 BELT TENSION 4
6. Power Equipment Owners Manual TILLER FR650 FR750 2 BERREEEEEEREENE 6 SSC SEQ CEE Clee EL PT Te tee te He 4 FA P urat e o SONA S ipod x 72 y A 7 ie 7 f CH A INI OW ii A D T d B NE e NS Dh 7 a MES BON fle H NN dE CN c Eee oli tit HONDA MOTOR CO LT LTD D 1996 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Thank you for purchasing a Honda tiller We want to help you get the best results from your new tiller and to operate it safely This manual contains the information on how to do that please read it carefully This owner s manual describes the operation and maintenance of HONDA tillers FR650 and FR750 The illustrations in this manual are based on FR750 All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission This manual should be considered a permanent part of the tiller and should remain with it if it is resold Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of othe
7. 26 HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION At high altitude the standard air fuel mixture will be too rich Performance will decrease and fuel consumption will increase A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications to the carburetor If you always operate your tiller at altitudes above 6 000 feet 1 800 meters have your servicing dealer perform this carburetor modification Even with carburetor modification engine horsepower will decrease about 3 5 for each 1 000 foot 300 meter increase in altitude The effect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modification is made When the carburetor has been modified for high altitude operation the air fuel mixture will be too lean for low altitude use Operation at altitudes below 6 000 feet 1 800 meters with a modified carburetor may cause the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage For use at low altitudes have your servicing dealer return the carburetor to original factory specifications 27 6 STOPPING THE ENGINE 1 Release the main clutch lever to disengage the clutch MAIN CLUTCH LEVER DISENGAGED Y SS S THROTTLE LEVER 3 Set the gearshift lever in the NEUTRAL position GEARSHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL POSITION 28 4 Turn the engine switch to the OFF position to stop engine ENGINE SWITCH 5 Turn the fuel valve
8. _ extreme care when handling gasoline Keep gasoline out of reach of children Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Allow the engine to cool before refueling Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may ignite e The engine and the exhaust system become very hot during operation and remain hot for a while after stopping Contact with hot engine components can cause burn injuries and can ignite some materials e Avoid touching a hot engine or exhaust system e Allow the engine to cool before performing maintenance or storing the tiller indoors Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death lf you_run the engine in an area that is confined or even partially enclosed the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of exhaust gas To keep exhaust gas from building up provide adequate ventilation Operation on a Slope e When tilling on slopes keep the fuel tank less than half full to minimize fuel spillage e Till across the slope At equally spaced intervals rather than up and down it e Be very careful when changing the direction of the tiller on a slope e Do not use the tiller on a slope of more than 10 The maximum safe grade angle shown is for reference purpose only and should be determined according to the type of the soil Before starting the engine check th
9. Service more frequently when used in dusty areas 2 These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda tiller dealer unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient See the Honda Shop Manual 3 For professional commercial use log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals 4 Repface paper element only 5 FR750 only 35 ENGINE OIL CHANGE OIL CAPACITY 0 6 2 0 6 US qt 0 5 Imp at Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete draining ils 5 Place a suitable container in front of the tiller to catch the used Remove the oil filler cap dipstick and drain bolt Tilt the tiller forward and allow all of the oil to drain Reinstall and tighten the oil drain bolt Refill with the recommended oil page 10 to the top of the oil filler neck Reinstall the oil filler cap dipstick Wash your hands with soap and water after handling used oil NOTE Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that doesn t harm the environ ment Do not throw it in the trash or pour it on the ground or down a drain 36 ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP DIPSTICK OIL DRAIN BOLT AIR CLEANER SERVICE A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor reducing engine performance If you operate the tiller in very dusty areas clean the air filter more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Operating the engine with
10. above the LEVEL mark in fuel strainer After refueling tighten the fuel tank Cap Never refuel the tiller inside building where gasoline fumes may reach flames or sparks Keep gasoline away from appliance pilot lights barbecues electric appliances power tools etc opilled fuel is not only a fire hazard it causes environmental damage Wipe up spills immediately LEVEL MARK 12 fr n g M Fuel Recommendations Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline Unleaded gasoline produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends exhaust system life Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil gasoline mixture Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank Occasionally you may hear a light spark knock or pinging metallic rapping noise while operating under heavy loads This is no cause for concern If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load change brands of gasoline If spark knock or pinging persists see an authorized Honda servicing dealer Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can cause engine damage Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging is misuse and the Distributor s Limited Warranty does not cover parts damaged by misuse 13 Oxygenated Fuels S
11. lever OFF FUEL VALVE LEVER NOTE To stop the engine in an emergency release the clutch lever and turn the engine switch OFF 29 7 TRANSPORTING The engine and exhaust system become hot during operation and remain hot for a while after stopping Contact with hot engine compo nents can cause burns and can ignite some materials Avoid touching the engine or exhaust system for at least 15 minutes after the engine has stopped Allow the engine to cool before transporting the tiller Before Loading Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position This will prevent the possibil ity of carburetor flooding and will re duce the possibility of fuel leakage Loading Unloading Toreduce the possibility of fuel leakage keep the tiller level while transporting and avoid tilting the tiller excessively when loading and unloading e Ifa suitable loading ramp is not available two people should lift the tiller on and off the vehicle while holding the tiller level e Position the tiller so the tines and wheels are on the bed of the vehicle Tie the tiller down with rope or straps and block the wheels Keep the tie down rope or straps away from controls cables governor linkage carburetor and the fuel line 30 8 MAINTENANCE THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE Good maintenance is essential for safe economical and trouble free opera tion It will also help reduce air pollution AWARNING Improper maintenance
12. no air filter or a damaged air filter will cause rapid engine wear 1 Remove the cover wing nut then remove the air cleaner cover 2 Remove the filter wing nut then remove and separate the air filter elements Carefully check both elements for holes or tears and replace the filter if damaged Cr COVER WING NUT AIR CLEANER COVER pu nan FILTER WING NUT rms FOAM FILTER ELEMENT PAPER FILTER ELEMENT AIR CLEANER HOUSING 37 3 Foam element Clean in warm soapy water rinse and allow to dry thoroughly Or clean in nonflammable solvent and allow to dry Dip the element in clean engine oil and squeeze out all excess oil The engine will smoke during initial running if too much oil is left in the foam 4 Paper element Tap the element several times on a hard surface to remove excess dirt or blow compressed air not exceeding 207 kPa 30 psi through the filter from the inside Never try to brush off dirt brushing will force dirt into the fibers 9 Wipe dirt from the inside of the air cleaner housing and cover using a moist rag Be careful to avoid dropping dirt into the air cleaner duct that leads to the carburetor 6 Reinstall the air filter and cover 38 ee SEDIMENT CUP CLEANING 1 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position 2 Remove the sediment cup with a 10 mm wrench 3 Empty the sediment cup and wash it in nonflammable solvent 4 Inspect and reinstall the O ring Replace the O ri
13. of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates men tioned above are not covered under warranty 14 er EE TIRE PRESSURE Check tire pressure Improper inflation can reduce both tire life and load Carrying capacity TIRE SIZE 3 50 7 TIRE PRESSURE 120 kPa 1 2 kg cm 17 1 psi LOCK PIN CLEVIS PIN 52 YN NP gt gt TIRE VALVE WHEEL CLEVIS PIN Make sure the clevis pin and lock pin are securely installed 15 s TINES AND FASTENERS With the engine stopped and the tiller on level ground inspect the tines and check for loose nuts and bolts Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands Replace worn bent or damaged tines Securely tighten loose nuts and bolts Be sure to check the tightness of fasteners at the following places e Tine cover and transmission case e Tine cover and side cover e Tine cover and rear shield e Stiffening plate and tine hub 6 ese TINE COVER B d gt fi REAR SHIELD TRANSMISSION CASE 16 SIDE COVER 4 STARTING THE ENGINE Start the engine outdoors If you run the engine in an area that is confined or even partially enclosed the air can become contaminated with a dangerous amount of exhaust gas AWARNING Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide a
14. 650 Turn the tiller with the differential lock lever in the UNLOCK position and the engine speed lowered FR750 e Turning the tiller during high speed operation causes the tiller to turn abruptly and become unstable resulting in injury or accident e Do not turn the tiller when it is moving uphill or downhill When the tiller is turned on a slope it may abruptly move in an unforeseen direction resulting in an accident injury or damage to the tiller 25 TILLING WORK Tilling deeply at first cause the tiller to lurch forward suddenly If a stone or hard object hits against the tines while tilling the handlebar may lift up and the tiller may lurch forward suddenly caution must therefore be exercised When operating the tiller always walk behind and in the center of the tiller and hold the handlebar with both hands If the tiller becomes unbalanced an unforeseen accident may occur NOTE When tilling hard ground do not till deeply at first instead till the field 2 or 3 times Do not push against the handlebar excessively When turning the tiller Disengage the main clutch and lower the engine speed If the differential lock is used set it in the UNLOCK position FR750 only Set the gearshift lever in 1st gear squeeze the clutch lever and turn slowly When the turn has been completed set the gearshift lever in the TINES WHEELS ENGAGE position and resume tilling
15. 7 Adjustment 1 Adjust by loosening the engine lock nuts and belt stopper lock nuts 2 nuts on front side and moving the engine back and forth If gap is smaller than the specified dimension Move engine forward If gap is larger than the specified dimension Move engine rearward NOTE During adjustment line up the groove of the engine side pulley and that of the transmission side pulley If they are not aligned the belt may come off or will wear prematurely ENGINE SIDE PULLEY TRANSMISSION SIDE PULLEY 2 After adjustment has been completed fasten the nuts securely 48 3 Confirm that the gap between the belt and belt stopper 3 points is within the dimensions shown in the figure while the main clutch lever is squeezed 1 3mm 0 04 0 0 OV 5 mm fala 0 63 in 0 12 0 20 in 4 Adjust if the gap is not within the dimensions shown 5 Adjust by loosening the stopper lock nut and moving the stopper up or down 6 After adjustment has been completed fasten the nut securely 7 Install the belt cover AWARNING After adjustment be sure to reinstall the belt cover Failure to follow this instruction may cause your clothing to be caught in moving parts resulting in serious accident or injury 49 TINE INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT Use genuine Honda replacement tines or their equivalent Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands CAUTION e Perform the check replaceme
16. ag bar to dig more deeply into the soil DRAG BAR GAUGE LINE DRAG BAR HOLDER INDENTATION LOCKING BOLT 21 GEAR SELECTION Return the throttle lever to the idle position and disengage the main clutch before moving the gearshift lever Avoid using excessive force on the gearshift lever Gearshift lever Select a gear position in accordance with the contents of the Gear Selection Table Gear Selection e Always operate the gearshift lever after the main clutch has been disen gaged e Ifthe gearshift lever is difficult to operate squeeze the main clutch once and then disengage the main clutch and operate the gearshift lever again e n reverse operation be especially careful of your feet and observe the following precautions Make sure there are no people or obstacles behind you Lower the engine speed Hold the handlebar with both hands and support it firmly Gently engage the clutch and make sure that it can be disengaged at any time GEARSHIFT LEVER Tiller speed Tine speed Suitable work Moving tiller loading tiller onto a truck opus mE taking tiller on or off field 226 Moving tiler TINES WHEELS ids ENGAGE 0 35 m s 238 rpm Tilling ground breaking weeding Moving tiller loading unloading tiller from O P osm eran orate Tiller speed applies when standard tires are used 22 MAIN CLUTCH OPERATION The tiller can be run or stopped by operat
17. arrester and the muffler in the reverse order of disassem bly 43 THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT Check and adjustment should be made with the handlebar in the 2nd position from the bottom 1 Loosen the lock nut and turn the adjuster until the free play in the throttle lever at the end of the lever is 5 0 10 0 mm 0 20 0 39 in 2 After adjusting the free play tighten the lock nut securely THROTTLE LEVER FREE PLAY 5 10 mm 0 20 0 39 in ADJUSTING NUT LOCK NUT THROTTLE CABLE 44 MAIN CLUTCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT The main clutch cable must be adjusted properly before adjusting the drive belt An improperly adjusted main clutch cable may cause the drive belt to slip on its pulleys resulting in loss of power or premature wear or damage to the drive belt Check and adjustment should be made with the handlebar in the 2nd position from the bottom 1 Check the free play of the main clutch lever at the tip of the lever when the lever is released Free play should be 15 0 20 0 mm 0 59 0 79 in 2 If adjustment is necessary loosen the lock nut and turn the cable adjusting nut in or out until the correct free play is obtained 3 After adjusting the cable free play tighten the lock nut securely FREE PLAY MAIN CLUTCH LEVER 15 20 mm STOPPER LOCK NUT ADJUSTING NUT MAIN CLUTCH CABLE 45 DIFFERENTIAL LOCK CABLE ADJUSTMENT FR750 only
18. at the tiller is not damaged and in good condition For your safety and safety of others exercise extreme care when using the tiller on up or down hill 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ENGINE SWITCH MAIN CLUTCH LEVER THROTTLE LEVER DIFFERENTIAL LOCK LEVER FR750 only GEARSHIFT LEVER AIR CLEANER FUEL TANK CAP STARTER GRIP HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP CHOKE LEVER DIPSTICK FUEL COCK LEVER FRAME SERIAL NUMBER Record the frame and engine serial numbers for your reference Refer to the serial numbers when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries see page 62 Frame serial number Engine serial number SPARK PLUG MUFFLER HEG BG o NT Se 7 A a MUD GUARD V BELT COVER ROTARY TINES 3 PRE OPERATION CHECK ENGINE OIL 1 Place the tiller on a level surface 2 Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean 3 Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck but do not screw it in 4 If the level is low fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the recommended oil Running the engine with a low oil level will cause serious engine damage Use 4 stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service classification SF or SG Always check the API SERVICE label on the container to be sure it includes the letters SF or SG Using nondetergent
19. colorless and odor less gas Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death To keep exhaust gas from building up provide adequate ventilation 1 Turn the fuel valve lever to the ON position Be sure that the drain knob is tight ened securely FUEL VALVE LEVER DRAIN KNOB 2 Make sure the main clutch lever is in the OFF position 3 Make sure the gearshift lever is in the NEUTRAL position NEUTRAL POSITION 4 Turn the engine switch to the ON position d mam ENGINE SWITCH 5 In cold weather and when the en gine is cold move the choke lever to the CLOSE position NOTE Do notuse the choke if the engine is warm orthe air temperature is high 6 Move the throttle lever about 30 degrees from the extreme right idle position THROTTLE LEVER 18 7 Pull the starter grip lightly until re sistance is felt then pull briskly Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine Return it gently to prevent dam age to the starter 8 Let the engine warm up for several minutes If the choke lever has been moved to the CLOSE position re turn it gradually to the OPEN posi tion as the engine warms up 9 Adjust the throttle lever so that the engine speed is suitable H Engine speed increases THROTTLE LEVER L Engine speed decreases 19 5 TILLER OPERATION HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Handlebar hei
20. ecom mend the use of genuine Honda parts whenever you have maintenance done These original design replacement parts are manufactured to the same standards as the original parts so you can be confident of their performance The use of replacement parts that are not of the original design and quality may impair the effectiveness of your emission control system A manufacturer of an aftermarket part assumes the responsibility that the part will not adversely affect emission performance The manufacturer or rebuilder of the part must certify that use of the part will not result in a failure of the engine to comply with emission regulations Maintenance Follow the maintenance schedule on page 35 Remember that this schedule is based on the assumption that your machine will be used for its designed purpose Sustained high load or high temperature operation or use in unusu ally wet or dusty conditions will require more frequent service 34 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD 3 ITEM Performatevery indicated month or operating interval whichever comes first Engine oil Check level Change Transmission oil Check level Air cleaner Clutch cable Spark plug Check Clean Replace NE RE Spark arrester Optional Clean A p Valve clearance Check Adjust DT Fuel tank Fuel filter Clean NON Differential lock cable 5 Adjust Fuel line Replace if Every 2 years 2 necessary NOTE Emission related items 1
21. ght can be adjusted to four positions to suit operator height and working conditions Select the height that provides the most comfortable operating position Before adjusting the handlebar place the tiller on firm level ground and stop the engine 1 Unscrew the height adjusting lever and remove the height adjusting bolt 2 Adjust the handlebar to the desired height 3 Reinstall the height adjusting bolt and thread the lever onto the bolt Tighten the height adjusting lever securely HEIGHT ADJUSTING BOLT HANDLEBAR LOCK NUT HEIGHT ADJUSTING LEVER 20 TILLING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT To adjust the tilling depth loosen the locking bolt and move the drag bar up or down Before adjusting the drag bar place the tiller on firm level ground and stop the engine Use the gauge lines and indentations on the drag bar to adjust the tilling depth Line up the top of the bar holder with a gauge line and tighten the locking bolt The drag bar should always be used when tilling It enables you to compensate for the hardness of the soil The ideal height of the drag bar will depend on the type of soil and soil conditions at the time of tilling If breaking ground for the first time lower the drag bar As the soil becomes softer the drag bar can be raised If not sure about soil conditions start with the drag bar in the lowest position If the machine jerks forward while tilling press down on the handlebars This will cause the dr
22. ing the main clutch lever CAUTION When operating the tiller always walk behind and in the center of the tiller and hold the handlebar with both hands If the tiller becomes unbalanced an unforeseen accident may occur Squeeze main clutch lever clutch engages and tiller runs MAIN CLUTCH LEVER NOTE e Operate the main clutch lever smoothly e Ifthe main clutch lever is operated erratically the tiller may jump away the engine may stop 23 DIFFERENTIAL LOCK OPERATION FR750 only For normal operation set the differential lock lever in the UNLOCK position This improves the tiller s turning ability When the ground is soft and one wheel tends to slip or when only one side is to be tilled set the differential lock lever in the LOCK position This improves the tiller s forward movement ability Move the differential lock lever after the clutch lever has been disengaged and the tiller has stopped DIFFERENTIAL LOCK LEVER NOTE e When moving the tiller set the differential lock lever in the UNLOCK position e Ifthedifferential lock lever is operated with the main clutch lever squeezed the differential lock mechanism may be damaged Operate the differential lock lever with the main clutch lever disengaged e When the tiller is running on a slope or uneven ground set the differential lock lever in the LOCK position 24 TURNING when moving Turn the tiller with the engine speed lowered FR
23. n of this manual pages 10 16 Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline Gasoline oxidizes and deteriorates over time resulting in bad fuel that may cause hard starting AWARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode Use extreme care when handling gasoline NOTE If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation the engine will smoke briefly at start up This is normal 58 10 TROUBLESHOOTING When the engine will not start 1 Is there enough fuel 2 Is the fuel valve ON 3 Is the engine switch ON 4 Is gasoline reaching the carburetor To check loosen the drain knob with the fuel valve on Fuel should flow out freely Retighten drain knob AWARNING If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before testing the spark plug or starting the engine Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite DRAIN KNOB 59 5 15 there a spark at the spark plug a Remove the spark plug cap Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base then remove the spark plug b Install the spark plug in the plug cap c Turn the engine switch on d Grounding the side electrode to any engine ground pull the recoil starter to see if sparks jump across the gap e Neverhold the spark plug lead with wet hands while performing this test e Make sure that no fuel has been spilled
24. ndoors and supervised at all times when any outdoor power equipment is being used nearby Young children move quickly and are attracted especially to the tiller and tilling activity Never assume children will remain where you last saw them Be alert and turn the tiller off if children enter the area Children should never be allowed to operate the tiller even under adult supervision Rotating Tines Hazard The rotating tines are sharp and they turn at high speed Accidental contact can cause serious injury Keep your hands and feet away from the tines while the engine is running Stop the engine and disengage the tine clutch before inspection or maintenance of tines Disconnect the spark plug cap to prevent any possibility of accidental starting Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands when cleaning the tines or when inspecting or replacing the tines Thrown Object Hazard Objects hit by the rotating tines can be thrown from the tiller with great force and may cause serious injury Before tilling clear the tilling area of sticks large stones wire glass etc Till only in daylight Always inspect the tiller for damage after striking a foreign object Repair or replace any damaged parts before continuing use Pieces thrown from worn or damaged tines can cause serious injury Always inspect the tines before using the tiller 5 Fire and Burn Hazard Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode Use
25. ng if it is damaged 5 Install the sediment cup and tighten it securely 6 Turn the fuel valve to the ON position and check for leaks Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position after servicing the sediment cup Wipe up any Spilled fuel 39 SPARK PLUG SERVICE Recommended spark plug BPR5ES NGK W16EPR U DENSO Spark plugs of the wrong dimensions or heat range can cause engine damage For good performance the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits If the engine has been running the muffler will be very hot Be careful not to touch the muffler 1 Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base 2 Remove the spark plug cap Use a 13 16 inch spark plug wrench to remove the spark plug 13 16 inch SPARK PLUG WRENCH 40 3 Visually inspect the spark plug Discard it if the insulator is cracked or chipped Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused 4 Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a feeler gauge Correct the gap as necessary by carefully bending the side electrode The gap should be 0 70 0 80 mm 0 028 0 031 in 5 Install the spark plug carefully by hand to avoid cross threading 6 After the spark plug is seated tighten with a 13 16 inch spark plug wrench to compress the washer A loose spark plug can get hot enough to damage the engine Overtightening can damage the threads
26. nged vibration may be produced and normal tilling opera tion may become impossibie Facing the forward direction install right side tines 1 2 5 and 7 and left side tines A B E and G so that they are facing inside and install right side tines 3 4 and 6 and left side tines C D and F so that they are facing outside Right side tines 4 and 7 and left side tines D and G have longer tips 3 Right tine set Viewed from right side Left tine set Viewed from left MARK MATCH MARK LOCATION 4 ACD EG 6 1 dp on i posu a UU dd B F 7 858 4 32 LONG TIP SHORT TIP 52 While pushing the rotary tines in the direction of rotation and the opposite direction fasten the nut securely These points should make contact When assembling the rotary tines and holders the match marks have to be aligned If they are incorrectly assembled vibration will be produced As semble them according to the following procedure Line up the match marks on the forward tine holder and the reverse tine holder and assemble Assemble tine R on the right side facing the forward direction and tine L on the left side Marks 2 4 A and D are located at the base of the tines Refer to page 52 FORWARD TINE HOLDER REVERSE TINE HOLDER MATCH MARK 53 9 STORAGE PREPARATION FOR STORAGE When the tiller will not be used for one month or longer proper storage preparation will help to prevent rust and corro
27. nt work with the tiller on a level spot and the engine stopped Place a wooden block under the rotary tine shaft to prevent tines from dropping e The inside and outside tines rotate in opposite directions Be careful of the movement of the tines when checking or replacing the rotary part The rotary tines may turn in an unexpected direction resulting in injury Before starting the check or replacement work secure the tiller by tilting it until the front weight touches the ground and placing a block under the middle of the speed changer case 50 EEUU UNE E MG ING EN C CAI e TD TIE Inspection 1 Check for damaged bent or loose tines If looseness or damage is found tighten or replace the damaged tines 2 Check that the rotary tine shaft s clevis pin is not missing or damaged If necessary replace with a new clevis pin and lock pin NOTE To prevent the clevis pin from falling out insert the lock pin in the direction opposite to the direction of rotation of the tines CLEVIS PIN FORWARD DIRECTION 3 Replace a tine when the tine width has worn to less than 15 mm 0 60 in in the area 80 mm 3 15 in from the end of the tine For efficient tilling work do not delay in replacing a worn tine NEW TINE REPLACEMENT PERIOD 80 mm 3 15 in ABOUT 15 mm 0 60 in ui t 91 ee E Installation Arrange the rotary tines as shown in the figure If the arrangement or orientation is cha
28. ny question you may have If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to your satisfaction please discuss it with the dealership s management The Service Manager or General Manager can help Almost all problems are solved in this way If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s manage ment contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer Relations Office You can write to American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipment Division Customer Relations Office 4475 River Green Parkway Duluth Georgia 30136 2565 Or telephone 770 497 6400 When you write or call please give us this information e Model and serial number see page 8 e Name of dealer who sold the tiller to you e Name and address of dealer who services your tiller Date of purchase e Your name address and telephone number e Adetailed description of the problem 62 13 INDEX COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 8 CONTENTS ccc 2 MAINTENANCE c 31 Air cleaner SOIVICO cce rx ex y ve rS E EAA 37 Differential lock cable adjustment FR750 only 46 Drive belt adiust mene iae mad 47 Emission Control SVSIOIN too HERR Edo Qu ke e ber tere ia 33 ENGiING ONCMAN GG Lo 36
29. oil can shorten the engine s service life and using 2 stroke oil will damage the engine SAE 10W 30 is recommended for general use Other viscosities shown in the following chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the indicated range ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP DIPSTICK OIL FILLER NECK 10 TRANSMISSION OIL Place the tiller on a level surface and remove the oil filler cap The oil should be level with the lower edge of the oil filler hole If the oil levelis low add the same motor oil that is recommended for the engine see page 10 OIL FILLER HOLE AIR CLEANER Remove the cover and inspect the air filter elements Clean them if necessary see page 37 Operating the engine with no air filter or a damaged air filter will cause rapid engine wear AIR FILTER ELEMENTS 11 FUEL Refueling Remove the fuel tank filler cap and check if the fuel is up to the level mark If the fuel level is low refill with regular gasoline up to the level mark Fuel tank capacity 2 6 2 0 69 US gal 0 57 Imp gal Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel e Stop the engine and keep heat sparks and flames away e Handle fuel only outdoors e Wipe up spills immediately Refuel in a well ventilated area before starting the engine If the engine has been running allow it to cool Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel Do not fill
30. ome conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an ether compound These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels To meet clean air standards some areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce emissions If you use an oxygenated fuel be sure it is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement Before using an oxygenated fuel try to confirm the fuel s contents Some states provinces require this information to be posted on the pump The following are the EPA approved percentages of oxygenates ETHANOL ethyl or grain alcohol 10 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 10 ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether 15 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 15 MTBE by volume METHANOL methyl or wood alcohol 596 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 5 methanol by volume as long as it also contains cosolvents and corro sion inhibitors to protect the fuel system Gasoline con taining more than 5 methanol by volume may cause starting and or performance problems It may also dam age metal rubber and plastic parts of your fuel system If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms try another service station or Switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use
31. on the engine and that the plug is not wet with fuel e To avoid fire hazards do not allow sparks near the plug hole e If there is no speak replace the plug If OK try to start the engine according to the instructions 6 Ifthe engine still does not start take the tiller to an authorized Honda dealer 60 11 SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT Mde Fe FP Power product description FZBV FZCG code Dimensions Length 1 450 mm 57 1 in 1 450 mm 57 1 in Height 1 100 mm 43 3 in 1 100 mm 43 3 in Width 570 mm 22 4 in 570 mm 22 4 in Dry weight 83 kg 183 Ibs 88 kg 194 Ibs Tire size 3 50 7 Maximum handle height 1 200 mm 47 2 in ENGINE FRISD Geek 6200 Single cylinder 4 stroke forced air cooled overhead valve 163 cm 9 9 cu in 196 cm 12 0 cu in Bore and stroke 68 x 45 mm 2 7 x 1 8 in 68 x 54 mm 2 7 x 2 1 in 26 12 7 US 23 mp qi TINES Tilling depth control Adjustable drag bar Tine shaft speed 238 rpm TUNEUP ITEM SPECIFICATION MAINTENANCE Valve clearance IN 0 15 0 02 mm cold See your authorized EX 0 20 0 02 mm cold Honda dealer No other adjustments needed NOTE Specifications are subject to change without notice due to improvements 61 12 WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION Honda power equipment dealership personnel are trained professionals They should be able to answer a
32. or failure to correct a problem before operation can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner s manual To help you properly care for your tiller the following pages include a maintenance schedule routine inspection procedures and simple mainte nance 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 Honda technician or other qualified mechanic The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions If you operate your tiller under severe 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 indi vidual needs and use Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any engine repair establishment or individual using parts that are certified to EPA standards 31 MAINTENANCE SAFETY Some of the most important safety precautions follow However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing mainte nance Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task AWARNING Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be se
33. parks and flame away e Handle fuel only outdoors e Wipe up spills immediately 2 6 SEDIMENT CUP DRAIN KNOB 96 5 Change the engine oil page 36 6 Lubricate the piston and cylinder a b Remove the spark plug page 40 Pour a tablespoon of clean engine oil into the cylinder Pull the starter rope several times to distribute the oil in the cylinder Reinstall the spark plug NOTE While the spark plug is removed inspect the plug and clean gap or replace it if necessary Pull the starter rope unit you feel resistance This closes the valves which helps to protect the cylinder from corrosion 97 STORAGE select a storage area away from appliances water heater or clothes dryer that use an open flame as a heat source Power tools and some battery operated toys have electric motors that produce sparks that can ignite gasoline vapors AWARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode Be careful to avoid open flames or sparks Avoid storing the tiller where it will be exposed to high humidity and dust Place the tiller with its tines and wheels on a level surface Tilting the tiller may result in fuel leakage Cover the tiller to keep out dust NOTE Plastic sheets should not be used as dust covers they trap moisture under the covers promoting rust and corrosion REMOVAL FROM STORAGE Check all items described in the PRE OPERATION CHECK sectio
34. riously hurt or killed Always follow the procedures and precautions in the owner s manual Safety Precautions e Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs This will eliminate several potential hazards Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine Burns from hot parts Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so e Read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the tools and skills required e To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion be careful when working around gasoline Use only a nonflammable solvent not gasoline to clean parts Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from all fuel related parts Remember that your servicing dealer knows your tiller best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it To ensure the best quality and reliability use only new genuine Honda parts or their equivalents for repair or replacement 32 u 9 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Source of Emissions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very impor tant because under certain conditions they react to form photochemical smog when subjected to
35. rs can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the tiller The most common hazards are discussed below and on the following pages along with the best ways to protect yourself and others Operator Responsibility Keep the tiller in good operating condition Operating a tiller in poor or questionable condition could result in serious injury Be sure all safety devices are in working order and warning labels are in place These items are installed for your safety Be sure the safety covers V belt cover and recoil starter cover are in place Know how to stop the engine and tines quickly in case of emergency Understand the use of all controls Be very cautious when operating the tiller in REVERSE especially if attachments are being used Keep a firm hold on the handlebars They may tend to lift during clutch engagement Allowing anyone to operate this tiller without proper instruction may result in injury Wear sturdy full coverage footwear Operating this tiller barefoot or with open toe shoes or sandals increases your risk of injury Dress sensibly Loose clothing may get caught in moving parts increasing your risk of injury Be alert Operating this tiller when you are tired ill or under the influence of alcohol or drugs may result in serious injury Keep all persons and pets away from the tilling area Be sure the drag bar is in place and properly adjusted Child Safety Keep children i
36. rs is very important We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on the tiller Please read these messages carefully A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert symbol A and one of three words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These mean You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions You CAN be HURT if you don t follow instructions Each message tells you what the hazard is what can happen and what you can do to avoid or reduce injury Damage Prevention Messages You will also see other important messages that are preceded by the word NOTICE This word means Your tiller or other property could be damaged if you don t follow instructions The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your tiller other property or the environment 1 CONTENTS ug a1 p Pm 3 EE A TEE 3 y information 2 2 1 7 4 OMPON DENTIFICATION uo 0 cece ec ececccecececccececececececsceceeecs 8 acc 10 10 A 11 Mu 9 O see 11 Lam 12
37. sion and will make it easier to Start the engine when the tiller is removed from storage 1 Clean all surfaces of the tiller including the area underneath the tine cover Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands If you use a garden hose to wash the tiller observe the following precau tions Ifthe tiller has been running allow the engine to cool for at least half an hour before spraying water on it Never spray water on a hot engine Wash the tiller using low water pressure and keep water away from controls cable ends and all other places that are difficult to dry if water enters e After washing start the engine outdoors and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature to evaporate any water remaining on the engine Stop the engine turn the fuel valve OFF and allow the engine to cool before placing the tiller in storage 2 Coat areas that may rust with a light film of oil Lubricate all control cable cores with a silicone spray lubricant 54 For storage of a month or longer perform these additional steps 3 Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline and add a gasoline conditioner such as HONDA FUEL STABILIZER which is formulated to extend fuel storage life Be sure the fuel tank is completely filled If partially filled air in the tank will promote fuel oxidation and deterioration resulting in bad fuel that may cause hard starting Deteriorated fuel may also clog carburetor passages req
38. sunlight Carbon monoxide does not react in the same way but it is toxic Honda utilizes lean carburetor settings and other systems to reduce the emissions of carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons The U S and California Clean Air Acts EPA and California regulations require all manufacturers to furnish written instructions describing the operation and maintenance of emission control systems The following instructions and procedures must be followed in order to keep the emissions from your Honda engine within the emission standards Tampering and Altering Tampering with or altering the emission control system may increase emis sions beyond the legal limit Among those acts that constitute tampering are e Removal or alteration of any part of the intake fuel or exhaust systems e Altering or defeating the governor linkage or speed adjusting mechanism to cause the engine to operate outside its design parameters Problems That May Affect Emissions If you are aware of any of the following symptoms have your engine inspected and repaired by your servicing dealer e Hard starting or stalling after starting e Hough idle e Misfiring or backfiring under load Afterburning backfiring e Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption 33 Replacement Parts The emission control systems on your Honda engine were designed built and certified to conform with EPA and California emission regulations We r
39. uiring carburetor repair or replacement Fuel oxidation problems can also be prevented by completely draining the fuel tank and carburetor Carburetor draining is recommended if storage time will exceed two months However a drained fuel tank may rust from the effects of moisture condensation It is best to leave the fuel tank completely filled unless you are preparing the tiller for shipment or other special circumstances NOTE The Distributor s Limited Warranty does not cover fuel system damage of engine performance problems resulting from neglected storage prepara tion If storage time will not exceed two months it is not necessary to drain the carburetor Add gasoline conditioner before starting the engine page 54 step 1 that will ensure that treated gasoline replaces the untreated gasoline in the carburetor 55 EEL LL For storage of two months or longer perform these additional steps Before storing the unit for an extended period 4 Drain the fuel a With the fuel valve turned OFF remove and empty the sediment cup b Turn the fuel valve ON and drain the gasoline in the fuel tank into a Suitable container c Replace the sediment cup and tighten securely d Drain the carburetor by removing the drain knob Drain the gasoline into a suitable container Replace the drain knob AWARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel e Keep heat s
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