Electrolux FN620K Tiller User Manual
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1. e Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tiller e Follow instructions under Maintenance and Storage sections of this Owner s Manual IMPORTANT THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED ON OR NEAR ANY UNIMPROVED FOREST COVERED BRUSH COVERED OR GRASS COVERED LAND UNLESS THE ENGINE S EXHAUST SYSTEM IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPARK ARRESTER MEETING APPLICABLE LOCAL 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 A SPARK ARRESTER IS REQUIRED BY LAW SECTION 4442 OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE OTHER STATES MAY HAVE SIMILAR LAWS FEDERAL LAWS APPLY ON FEDERAL LANDS SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER FOR SPARK ARRESTER TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS unneennnesnnnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES uursseensenennenennnennnen 3 ASSEMBLY 4 5 OPERATION a 6 9 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE uunnnsnnenennenennnnnnennnnnnnnnn 10 MAINTENANCE uussnersnnennnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nennen 10 12 SERVICE amp ADJUSTMENTS uunnersnnnennnnnnnennnnnnnn 13 15 STORAGE nisse oeccesdectvacasscurieoesscetcdureecsrccueecates 16 TROUBLESHOOTING nuursneeennnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnn nn 17 REPAIR PARTS TILLER uuessesneneennnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 18 23 WARRANT unnuuussnnunenannnuunnnnnnannunn2. CHOKE position Grasp recoil starter handle with one hand and grasp tiller handle with other hand Pull rope out slowly until en gine reaches start of compression cycle rope will pull slightly harder at this point e Pull recoil starter handle quickly Do not let starter handle snap back against starter Repeat if neces sary e If engine fires but does not start move choke control to half choke position Pull recoil starter handle until engine starts e When engine starts slowly move choke control to RUN position as engine warms up NOTE A warm engine requires less choking to start e Move throttle control to desired running position e Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging tines NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual NOTE If engine does not start see troubleshooting points CAUTION Keep drive control bar in DISENGAGED position when start ing engine OPERATION SPARK PLUG THROTTLE CONTROL CHOKE CONTROL RECOIL STARTER HANDLE FIG 8 BREAKING IN YOUR TILLER Break in your belts pulleys and tine control before you actually begin tilling e Start engine tip tines off ground by pressing handles down and engage tine control to start tine rotation
3. ENGINE e Move throttle control to STOP position e Never use choke to stop engine FORWARD TINE CON TROL IN ON DOWN POSITION FORWARD TINE CONTROL IN OFF UP POSITION THROTTLE CONTROL CHOKE CONTROL FIG 5 TINE OPERATION See Fig 5 e Squeeze tine control to handle TILLING The speed and depth of tilling is regulated by the position of the depth stake and wheel height The depth stake should always be below the wheels for digging It serves as a brake to slow the tillers forward motion to enable the tines to penetrate the ground Also the more the depth stake is lowered into the ground the deeper the tines will dig DEPTH STAKE See Fig 6 Adjust depth stake by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin Change depth stake to desired position Replace the clevis pin and hairpin clip Fornormal tilling set depth stake at the second or third hole from the top WHEELS See Fig 6 Adjust wheels by removing the hairpin clip and clevis pin Change wheel position Replace the hairpin clip and clevis pin e For normal tilling set wheels at the second or third hole from the top HAIRPIN CLIP AND CLEVIS PIN FIG 6 TRANSPORTING YOUR TILLER CAUTION Before lifting or transporting allow tiller engine and muffler to cool Disconnect spark plug wire Drain gasoline from fuel tank AROUND THE YARD e Tip depth stake forward until it is held by the stake spring
4. Retainer Sheave Transmission KEY NO 16 17 18 19 20 21 25 PART NO 12000035 73350600 161806 175377 74760620 106968X 73350500 ai DESCRIPTION Ring Klip Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Pulley Idler Arm Idler Bolt Hex 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Shaft Idler Arm Nut Hex Jam 5 16 18 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 19 REPAIR PARTS WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY TILLER MODEL NUMBER FN620K KEY PART NO NO 1 9194R 2 74760520 3 74760512 4 73220500 5 10040500 7 4921H 8 318J 9 9193R 10 9551R 13 317J 15 5388J DESCRIPTION Pin Clevis Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 3 4 Nut Hex 5 16 18 Washer Lock 5 16 Clip Hairpin Support Depth Stake R H Stake Depth Rivet Drilled Support Depth Stake L H Spring Stake 20 KEY PART NO NO 16 121117X 17 9186R 18 19131311 19 9190R 20 73680600 21 74760516 22 73800500 23 74780524 DESCRIPTION Bolt Shoulder Wheel Washer 13 82 x 13 16 x 11 Ga Bracket Wheel Locknut Crown 3 8 16 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 1 Locknut w insert 5 16 18 Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 UNC x 1 1 2 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TINE ASSEMBLY TILLER MODEL NUMBER FN620K 6 KEY PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 165774 Tine Outer R H 4 165771 Tine Inner L H 2 4921H Retainer Spring 5 165773 Tine Outer L H 3
5. e Push tiller handles down raising tines off the ground e Push or pull tiller to desired location AROUND TOWN e Disconnect spark plug wire e Drain fuel tank e Transport in upright position to prevent oil leakage OPERATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE IMPORTANT BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING OIL OR FUEL USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE IN APPROVED CLEAN COVERED CONTAINERS USE CLEAN FILL FUNNELS FILL ENGINE WITH OIL See Fig 7 e With engine level remove engine oil filler plug e Fill engine with oil to point of overflowing For approx imate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual e Tilt tiller back on its wheels and then re level e With engine level refill to point of overflowing if nec essary Replace oil filler plug e For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Maintenance section of this manual e To change engine oil see the Maintenance section of this manual FIG 7 ADD GASOLINE Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck Do not overfill Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness CAUTION Fill to within 1 2 inch of top of
6. Allow tines to rotate for five minutes e Checktine operation and adjustif necessary See TINE OPERATION CHECK in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual TILLING HINTS CAUTION Until you are accustomed to handling yourtiller start actual field use with throttle in slow position mid way between FAST and IDLE To help tiller move forward lift up the handles slightly thus lifting depth stake out of ground To slow down the tiller press down on handles If you are straining or tiller is shaking the wheels and depth stake are not set properly in the soil being tilled The proper setting of the wheels and depth stake is through trial and error and depends upon the soil condition The harder or wetter the ground the slower the engine and tine speed needed Under these poor conditions at fast speed the tiller will run and jump over the ground A properly adjusted tiller will dig with little effort from the operator e Tilling is digging into turning over and breaking up packed soil before planting Loose unpacked soil helps root growth Best tilling depth is 4 to 6 10 15 cm A tiller will also clear the soil of unwanted vegetation The decomposition of this vegetable matter enriches the soil Depending on the climate rainfall and wind it may be advisable to till the soil at the end of the growing season to further condition the soil e Soil conditions are important for proper tilling Ti
7. Gives essential information that will aid you to better understand incorporate or execute a particular set of instructions Look for this symbol to point out im portant safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED CAUTION Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it can not contact spark plug in order to pre vent accidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs A WARNING A The engine exhaust from this product con tains chemicals known to the State of Cali fornia to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 2 Quarts 1 89L Unleaded Regular SAE 30W Above 32 F 0 C SAE 5W 30 Below 32 F 0 C Champion RJ19LM OIL API SF SJ CAPACITY 20 0z 0 6L SPARK PLUG GAP 030 0 76mm CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tiller It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest authorized service center We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES EPSIOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules
8. e Replace belt guard by reversing above procedure Be sure slot in bottom of belt guard is under head of tine shield bolt and all nuts are tightened securely TO BELT GUARD TINE SHIELD YH SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE V BELT See Fig 23 BELT REPLACEMENT Replace V belt if it has stretched considerably or if it has Install new V belt to engine pulley first then to trans cracks or frayed edges mission pulley Be sure belt is positioned on inside i groove of both pulleys inside all belt guides and rests Belt guard must be removed to service belt See TO RE on idler pulley MOVE BELT GUARD in this section of manual CHECK TINE OPERATION BELT REMOVAL or e See TINE OPERATION CHECK in this section of e Remove V belt from transmission pulley first and then manual Tan SONS Bune REPLACE BELT GUARD ENGINE PULLEY TRANSMISSION PULLEY PULLEY FIG 23 ENGINE TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has a high speed fixed jet and has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be nec essary However minor adjustments may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature altitude or load Ifthe carburetor does need adjustment see engine manual IMPORTANT NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED OVERSPEEDINGTHE ENGINE ABOVETHE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTI
9. the ground in rough condition promoting no further growth of weeds and grass See Fig 10 FIG 10 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Engine Oil Level Y Clean or Repiace Air Cleaner Cartridge f wl S Clean Engine Cylinder Fins pt tty ttt tT ET Replace Spark Plug eE i see N a Te eae 1 Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive O TINE CONTROL full value from the warranty operator must maintain tiller as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tiller All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season e Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check tines and belts for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer BEFORE EACH USE e Check engine oil level e Check tine operation e Check for loose fasteners LUBRICATION IDLER Keep unit well lubricated See LUBRICATION CHART ARM ENGINE SAE 30 OR 10W 30 MOT
10. to holes D in tine shaft SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE Additional tine arrangements can be attained by moving outer tines to opposite side of tiller which will point tines outward Always keep sharp edges of tines rotating forward from above TINE OPERATION CHECK See Fig 21 Be sure tines do not rotate when engine is running and tine control is in the OFF position WARNING Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug to prevent starting while checking tine operation FINAL CHECK OFF POSITION e With tine control OFF up push down on handle to raise tines off the ground e Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines Tines should not rotate e If tines rotate place loop of idler spring in a lower link of chain and retest FINAL CHECK ON POSITION e With tine control ON held down to handle push down on handle to raise tines off the ground e Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines Tines should rotate forward e f tines do not rotate place loop of idler spring in a higher link of chain and retest NOTE If ON position check required adjustment recheck OFF position adjustment to insure tines do not rotate when control is OFF up TINE CONTROL OFF POSITION TINE CONTROL ON POSITION 14 REMOVE BELT GUARD See Fig 22 Remove screws from side of belt guard e Pull belt guard out and away from unit
11. 165772 Tine Inner R H 6 9194R Pin Clevis 21 REPAIR PARTS TILLER MODEL NUMBER FN620K TRANSMISSION KEY PART NO NO 1 74760524 2 74780652 3 19131311 5 73800600 6 9056R505 7 165835 8 165834 10 73970500 11 74760544 12 151937 14 9173R DESCRIPTION Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Gr 2 Bolt Hex Fin 3 8 16 x 3 1 4 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 11 Locknut Hex w washer 3 8 16 Shield Tine Bracket Engine R H Bracket Engine L H Nut Lock Hex Flange Bolt Hex 5 16 18 x 2 3 4 Transmission Spacer Split 22 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 16 19091412 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 12 Ga 17 19092016 Washer 9 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 18 10040400 Washer Lock 1 4 19 74610412 Bolt Hex 1 4 28 x 3 4 Gr 5 20 Engine Briggs Model 94202 Order parts from engine Manufac turer NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS DECALS TILLER MODEL NUMBER FN620K KEY PART NO OnnDoaBRND NO 132629 163989 127185X 110613X 110614X 120076X 171803 171806 162384 165327 184873 184874 DESCRIPTION Decal Logo Decal Logo Decal Description Decal Tine Control Decal Hand Placement Decal Warning Rotating Tines Decal Briggs amp Stratton Decal 3 5 HP Decal Warning Decal Speed Control Manual Owner s English Manual Owner s French 23 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser t
12. A OWNER S MANUAL MODEL NO FN620K 3 5 HP 17 Inch Tiller Assembly Operation Maintenance Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts For Parts and Service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 Rally 184873 11 27 02 TR PRINTED IN U S A TRAINING Read the Owners Manual carefully Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly Never allow children to operate the equipment Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction Keep the area of operation clear of all persons par ticularly small children and pets PREPARATION Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all foreign objects Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine motor Do not operate the equipment without wearing ade quate outer garments Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces Handle fuel with care it is highly flammable Use an approved fuel container Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill fuel tank indoors Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled fuel before restarting Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all units with
13. E OIL See Figs 11 and 12 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SF Su e Be sure tiller is on level surface Oil will drain more freely when warm Catch oil in a suitable container Remove drain plug Tip tiller forward to drain oil After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely e Remove oil filler plug Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine e Refill engine with oil See CHECK ENGINE OILLEVEL in the Operation section of this manual 11 GE OIL FILLER PLUG FIG 12 AIR CLEANER See Fig 13 Service air cleaner cartridge every twenty five hours more often if engine is used in very dusty conditions e Loosen air cleaner screws one on each side of cover e Remove air cleaner cover e Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge Be careful Do not allow dirt or debris to fall into carburetor e Clean by tapping gently on a flat surface e If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge e Clean and replace cover Tighten screws securely CAUTION Petroleum solvents suchas kerosene are not to be used to clean cartridge They may cause deterioration of the cartridge Do not oil cartridge Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge AIR CLEANER CARTRIDGE MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM See Fig 14 Your engine is air cooled For proper engine performance and long life keep your engi
14. NG CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT WHICH HAS THE PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS 15 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more WARNING Never store the tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure ee Clean entire tiller See CLEANING in the Maintenance section of this manual e Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt re placementinstructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual e Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual e Be sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary e Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS THE CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE e Drain the fuel tank e S
15. OR OIL REFER TO MAINTENANCE ENGINE SECTION 10 MAINTENANCE Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance except carburetor adjustment to prevent accidental starting of engine Prevent fires Keep the engine free of grass leaves spilled oil or fuel Remove fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance Clean muffler area of all grass dirt and debris Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns ENGINE LUBRICATION Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF SJ Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected temperature SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 100 F 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 C_ 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE FIG 11 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W 30 10W 30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F 0 C Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five 5 hours of continuous use Add SAE 30 motor oil or equivalent Tighten oil filler plug securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGIN
16. TS PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel Engine not CHOKED properly Engine flooded Dirty air cleaner Waiter in fuel Clogged fuel tank Loose spark plug wire Bad spark plug or improper gap Carburetor out of adjustment Hard to start Throttle control not set properly Dirty air cleaner Bad spark plug or improper gap Stale or dirty fuel Loose spark plug wire Carburetor out of adjustment Loss of power Engine is overloaded Dirty air cleaner Low oil level dirty oil Faulty spark plug Oil in fuel Stale or dirty fuel Water in fuel Clogged fuel tank Spark plug wire loose Dirty engine air screen Dirty clogged muffler Carburetor out of adjustment Poor compression Engine overheats Low oil level dirty oil Dirty engine air screen Dirty engine Partially plugged muffler Improper carburetor adjustment Excessive bounce Ground too dry and hard difficult handling Wheels and depth stake incorrectly adjusted Soil balls up or clumps 1 Ground too wet Engine runs but tiller Tine control is not engaged won t move V belt not correctly adjusted V belt is off pulley s Ph Engine runs but labors when tilling Tilling too deep Throttle control not properly adjusted 3 Carburetor out of adjustment 17 CORRECTION Aarons No OP Oe Fill fuel tank See TO START ENGINE in the Operation section Wait several minutes before attempt
17. electric drive motors or electric starting motors Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine motor is running except where specifically recommended by manufacturer OFERATION Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross ing gravel drives walks or roads Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic Do not carry passengers After striking a foreign object stop the engine motor remove the wire from the spark plug thoroughly inspect the tiller for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the tiller Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine motor and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Stop the engine motor when leaving the operating position Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unattended Disengage the tines shift into neutral and stop the engine Before cleaning repairing or inspecting shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped Disconnectthe spark plug wire and keep the wire away fromthe plug to prevent accidental starting Disconnect the cord on electric motors Do not run the engine indoors exhaust fumes are dangerous SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR WALK BEHIND POWERED ROTARY TILLERS Never operate the tiller without proper guards plates or ot
18. enance In the event you have a claim under this Warranty you must return the product to an authorized service deal er Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty please contact Electrolux Home Products Inc In Canada contact Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept Electrolux Canada Corp 250 Bobby Jones Expressway 7075 Ordan Drive Augusta GA 30909 USA Mississauga Ontario L5T 1K6 giving the model number serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was purchased THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WAR RANTIES Some areas do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from locale to locale This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson Moss Act of 1975 Rally
19. fuel tankto prevent spills and to allow for fuel expansion If gasoline is ac cidentally spilled move machine away from area of spill Avoid creating any source of ignition until gasoline vapors have disappeared Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can at tract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage Instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur TO START ENGINE See Fig 8 A When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel it will take extra pulls of the recoil starter to move fuel from the tank to the engine e Make sure spark plug wire is properly connected e Move shift lever indicator to N neutral position e Place throttle control in FAST position e Move choke control to full
20. hat this product as manufactured is free from de fects in materials and workmanship For a period of two 2 years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser we will repair or replace at our option without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship This Warranty is subject to the following limita tions and exclusions This warranty does not apply to the engine or components parts thereof Please refer to the applicable manu facturer s warranty on these items Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless such return is requested by Electrolux Home Products The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage or to normal wear of the product Exclusions Excluded from this Warranty are belts tines tine adapters normal wear normal adjustments stan dard hardware and normal maint
21. her safety protective devices in place Keep children and pets away Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to till too deep at too fast a rate Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when backing Never allow bystanders near the unit Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the tiller Never operate the tiller without good visibility or light Be careful when tilling in hard ground The tines may catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward If this occurs let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the machine MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Keep machine attachments and accessories in safe working condition Check shear pins engine mounting bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters clothes dryers and the like Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure Always refer to the operators guide instructions for important details if the tiller is to be stored for an ex tended period IMPORTANT CAUTIONS IMPORTANTS AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRITICAL INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL IMPORTANT USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF DAMAGING THIS EQUIPMENT NOTE
22. ing to start Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline Remove fuel tank and clean Make sure spark plug wire is seated properly on plug Replace spark plug or adjust gap Make necessary adjustments Place throttle control in FAST position Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge Replace spark plug or adjust gap Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Make sure spark plug wire is seated properly on plug Make necessary adjustments Set depth stake and wheels for shallower tilling Clean or replace air cleaner cartridge Check oil level change oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Drain and clean fuel tank and refill and clean carburetor Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline Remove fuel tank and clean Connect and tighten spark plug wire Clean engine air screen Clean replace muffler Make necessary adjustments Contact an authorized service center department Check oil level change oil Clean engine air screen Clean cylinder fins air screen muffler area Remove and clean muffler Adjust carburetor to richer position Moisten ground or wait for more favorable soil conditions Adjust wheels and depth stake Wait for more favorable soil conditions Engage tine control Inspect adjust V belt Inspect V belt Set depth stake for shall
23. ne clean e Clean air screen frequently using a stiff bristled brush e Remove blower housing and clean as necessary e Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff CYLINDER FINS BLOWER HOUSING AIR SCREEN 12 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller without muffler Do not tamper with exhaust system Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard Inspect periodically and replace if necessary If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection Replace if damaged SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling sea son or after every 50 hours of use whichever comes first Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual TRANSMISSION Your transmission is sealed and will only require lubrica tion if serviced CLEANING Do not clean your tiller when the engine and transmission are hot We do not recommend using pressurized water garden hose etc to clean your unit unless the gasket area around the transmission and the engine muffler air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine will shorten the useful life of your tiller e Clean engine wheels finish etc of all foreign mat ter e Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc e Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION Di
24. nes will not readily penetrate dry hard soil which may contribute to excessive bounce and difficult handling of your tiller Hard soil should be moistened before tilling however extremely wet soil will ball up or clump during tilling Wait until the soil is less wet in order to achieve the best results When tilling in the fall remove vines and long grass to prevent them from wrapping around the tine shaft and slowing your tilling operation e You will find tilling much easier if you leave a row un tilled between passes Then go back between tilled rows See Fig 9 There are two reasons for doing this First wide turns are much easier to negotiate than about faces Second the tiller won t be pulling itself and you toward the row next to it e Set depth stake and wheel height for shallow tilling when working extremely hard soil or sod Then work across the first cuts at normal depth FIG 9 CULTIVATING Cultivating is destroying the weeds between rows to prevent them from robbing nourishment and moisture from the plants At the same time breaking up the up per layer of soil crust will help retain moisture in the soil Best digging depth is 1 to 3 2 5 7 5 cm e You will probably not need to use the depth stake Begin by tipping the depth stake forward until it is held by the stake spring e Cultivate up and down the rows at a speed which will allow tines to uproot weeds and leave
25. nnnnnnnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nn 24 ASSEMBLY Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 1 Utility knife 1 Pair of pliers 1 Screwdriver 2 1 2 wrenches OPERATOR S POSITION See Fig 1 When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual it means when you are in the operating position standing behind tiller handles OPERATOR S POSITION FIGURE 1 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK 2 Hex Bolts 5 16 18 x 3 4 2 Hex Bolts 5 16 18 x 1 4 Washers 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Ga 2 Hex Bolts 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 6 Hex Nuts 5 16 18 6 Lock Washers 5 16 ASSEMBLY UNPACK CARTON amp INSTALL HANDLE See Fig 2 CAUTION Be careful of exposed staples when handling or disposing of cartoning material IMPORTANT WHEN UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING TILLER BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK CABLE S e Cut cable ties securing handles e The handle may be assembled in high or low position Slowly lift handle assembly up route cable s as shown and align handle holes with desired handle panel hole and slot e Loosely assemble hardware as shown Be sure the shorter 3 4 l
26. ong hex bolt is assembled in lower hole of handle Repeat for opposite side Tighten all hardware securely NOTE Cables must not touch the muffler e Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid and remove tiller from skid e Remove screws securing depth stake to skid and dis card the screws HANDLE HANDLE J HEX BOLT 5 16 18X1 HEX BOLT WASHER 5 16 18X3 4 TILLER HANDLES INSTALL DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY See Fig 3 e Loosen nut A e Insert stake support between engine bracket halves with stake spring down e Bolt stake support to engine brackets with bolts lock washers and nuts Tighten securely Tighten nut A e Depth stake must move freely If it does not loosen support bolt ENGINE BRACKET HALVES NUT A EPTH STAKE UPPORT SUPPORT HEX BOLTS BOLT LOCK WASHERS AND HEX NUTS FIG 3 HANDLE HEIGHT e Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator See HANDLE HEIGHT in the Service and Adjust ments section of this manual TILLING WIDTH e Tilling width may be adjusted to better handle your tilling conditions See TINE ARRANGEMENT in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual TINE OPERATION e Check tine operation before first use See TINE OP ERATION CHECK in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual OPERATION KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER Compare the illustrations
27. ower tilling Check throttle control setting Make necessary adjustments REPAIR PARTS HANDLE ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO NO 137176X505 72140512 9266R 151473 73680500 19111116 19121414 74760516 74760512 10040500 73220500 98000129 TILLER MODEL NUMBER FN620K DESCRIPTION Bracket Handle Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 UNC x 1 1 2 Grip Handle Handle L H Locknut Crown 5 16 18 Washer 11 32 x 11 16 x 16 Ga Washer 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Ga Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18 x 1 Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18 x 3 4 Washer Lock 5 16 Nut Hex 5 16 18 Nut Flanged 5 16 18 18 KEY PART NO NO 13 180847 14 9209R505 15 74760524 16 151474 18 3067J 19 164937 23 8206H 28 19131312 34 3070J DESCRIPTION Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 Panel Handle Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Handle R H Cable Asm Clutch Lever Clutch Grip Handle Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga Spring NOTE All component dimensions are given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS KEY PART NO NO 1 23230506 2 130812 4 74610812 5 17490440 6 174898 7 170488 8 139155 9 165768X505 10 109227X 12 9180R 13 12000028 14 151223 TILLER MODEL NUMBER FN620K BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION Screw Set 5 16 18 x 3 8 Sheave Engine Bolt Hex 1 2 20 x 3 4 Bolt Thd Roller 1 4 20 X 2 1 2 Shield Inner Guard Belt Screw Hex Wsh Sit 10 24 x 50 Spacer Split 523 x 718 x 2 Guard Belt Pad Idler V Belt Drive Ring
28. sconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into contact with plug TILLER TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT See Fig 15 Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil e Ifa higher handle height is desired loosen the four nuts securing handle panel to engine brackets e Slide handle panel to desired location e Tighten the four nuts securely ENGINE BRACKETS HANDLE PANEL NUTS ALSO 2 ON LEFT SIDE OF TILLER FIG 15 TINE ARRANGEMENT Your outer tines can be assembled in several different ways to suit your tilling or cultivating needs CAUTION Tines are sharp Wear gloves or other protection when han dling tines NORMAL TILLING 17 PATH See Fig 16 e Assemble holes A in tine hubs to holes B in tine shaft CLEVIS OUTER TINE 13 MID WIDTH TILLING 15 PATH See Fig 17 e Assemble holes A in tine hubs to holes C in tine shaft FIG 17 NARROW TILLING 10 1 4 PATH See Fig 18 e Remove outer tines INNER TINES ONLY FIG 18 NARROW CULTIVATING 12 1 2 PATH See Fig 19 e Remove inner tines e Assemble holes A in tine hubs to holes C in tine shaft FIG 19 EDGING 9 5 8 PATH See Fig 20 e Remove inner tines e Assemble holes A in tine hubs
29. tart the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty e Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent NOTE Fuel stablizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stablizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stablizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer 16 ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean oil See ENGINE in the Maintenance section of this manual CYLINDER S Remove spark plug e Pour 1 ounce 29 ml of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder e Pull starter handle slowly several times to distribute oil e Replace with new spark plug OTHER Do not store gasoline from one season to another e Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems e f possible store your unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt e Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust IMPORTANT NEVER COVER TILLER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM TROUBLESHOOTING POIN
30. with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning TILLING FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL OR WARNING ON OFF FORWARD TINE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL DEPTH STAKE CHOKE CONTROL TINE SHIELD RECOIL STARTER HANDLE FIG 4 MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute RUN wO FORWARD TINE CONTROL Engages tines in forward DEPTH STAKE Controls forward speed and the depth at direction which the tiller will dig THROTTLE CONTROL Controls engine speed RECOIL STARTER HANDLE Used to start the engine CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine OPERATION WEAR YOUR The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tiller and while tilling We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and oil or attempting to start engine STOPPING See Fig 5 TINES e Release tine control to stop movement
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