ENGLISH Owner’s Manual VICTORY Rear-Tine Tiller Model #’s: 29409 / 29702 50:1 SERIAL NO. DATE OF PURCHASE: THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Get parts or technical assistance online at www.GetEarthquake.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER STOP! ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY BEFORE USE All products must be registered within 30 days from the date of purchase in order to be covered under warranty. For more information regarding Warranty and Registration please review the Warranty and Registration terms and conditions expressed in the warranty insert. INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing your product from Earthquake®.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER BOLT IDENTIFICATION CHART Bolts shown are for size reference only. Extra hardware may be included in the parts bag. (A) M10 x 45 MM Bolt Qty 4 (B) M10 x 25 MM Bolt Qty 2 (F) M6 x 12 MM Bolt Qty 6 (H) M6 X 18.8 MM Washer Qty 12 (C) M10 Nut Qty 6 (I) Lock Pin Qty 1 (D) M10 X 20 MM Washer Qty 6 (G) M6 Nut Qty 6 (K) Lock Pin Qty 2 Get parts online at www.GetEarthquake.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY Accurate assembly and safe and effective use of the machine is the owner’s responsibility. • Read and follow all safety instructions. • Carefully follow all assembly instructions. • Maintain the machine according to directions and schedule included in this Earthquake® operator’s manual. • Ensure that anyone who uses the machine is familiar with all controls and safety precautions.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER GENERAL SAFETY RULES • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s). Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting. Know how to stop the machine and disengage the controls quickly. • Use this equipment for its intended purpose only. • Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating decals on this equipment and on any of its attachments or accessories.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER WARNING ENGINES GIVE OFF CARBON MONOXIDE, AN ODORLESS, COLORLESS, POISONOUS GAS. CARBON MONOXIDE MAY BE PRESENT EVEN IF YOU DO NOT SMELL OR SEE ANY ENGINE EXHAUST. BREATHING CARBON MONOXIDE CAN CAUSE NAUSEA, FAINTING OR DEATH, IN ADDITION TO DROWSINESS, DIZZINESS AND CONFUSION. IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY OF THESE SYMPTOMS, SEEK FRESH AIR AND MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY. HOT GASES ARE A NORMAL BY-PRODUCT OF A FUNCTIONING INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER • Test the fuel cap for proper installation before starting and using engine. • Always run the engine with fuel cap properly installed on the engine. from the plug to prevent accidental starting. Disconnect the cord on electric motors. • Do not operate tiller under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Never operate tiller without guards, covers, and hoods in place.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE E: Dangerous Moving Parts. F: Be Aware of Moving and Rotating Parts. • Keep machine, attachments and accessories in safe working condition. • Check shear bolts, engine mounting bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. H: Do Not Service or Adjust Moving Parts Unless Engine is Stopped and Spark Plug Wire is Disconnected.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER FEATURES HANDLEBAR FORWARD DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER REVERSE DRIVE SAFETY CONTROL LEVER FORWARD AND REVERSE CABLES ON/OFF SWITCH HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT DRAG STAKE LEVEL LOCK PIN TINE HOOD CHOKE SIDE SHIELD TINES ON/OFF THROTTLE CONTROL BELT GUARD RECOIL START WHEEL LOCK PIN WHEEL Get parts online at www.GetEarthquake.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY CARTON CONTENTS • Hardware Parts Bag: • A - (4) M10 x 45 mm Hex Bolt • B - (2) M10 x 25 mm Hex Bolt • C - (6) M10 Nylock Nut • D - (6) M10 Flat Washer • F - (6) M6 x 12 mm Hex Bolt • G - (6) M6 Nylock Nut • H - (12) M6 Flat Washer • I - (1) Lockpin • J - (2) Handlebar Extensions • K - (2) LockPin • Manual Parts Bag • Unit with Handlebar • Left and Right Side Shield • Left and Right Wheel • Drag Stake • Bottle of
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER Attach the Handlebar: 6. ADJUSTING KNOB Locate the handlebar extensions and place them on the outside of the lower handlebar mount. Be sure to line up the handlebar extension pieces with the lower handlebar mount as shown on the decal located on the lower handlebar mount next to the mounting location. SEE FIGURE 3. 7. Insert one (A) M10 x 45 mm bolt into each of the lower holes in the side of the extension pieces.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER FILL ENGINE CRANKCASE 1. Add oil according to engine manual. DO NOT OVERFILL. Use a clean, high quality detergent oil. Use no special additives with recommended oils. DO NOT MIX OIL WITH GASOLINE. Oil level must be full. Check the oil level by removing oil fill plug. Oil level should be up to the bottom of the fill plug opening. 2. Always check oil level before starting engine. Refer to engine manual for capacity and type of oil to use.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER To adjust tilling depth do as follows: 1. Remove lock pin. 2. Raise the drag stake to position tines at chosen tilling depth. Lowering the drag stake will allow for deeper tilling. 3. Align hole in drag stake with hole in drag stake mount and replace lock pin. SPRING STRETCH WHEN ENGAGED 1/4” UPPER JAM NUT NOTE: Raise drag stake all the way when transporting tiller. Lower the drag stake all the way to maintain control of the tiller in harder soil conditions.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER WARNING WARNING NEVER START ENGINE OR OPERATE TILLER WITH WHEELS IN FREE-WHEEL POSITION. ALWAYS SET THE WHEELS IN TILLING POSITION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE. THE FREEWHEEL POSITION IS FOR TRANSPORTING THE TILLER LONG DISTANCES OVER LEVEL GROUND. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MOVE THE TILLER UP OR DOWN STEEP GRADES IN THE FREE-WHEEL POSITION.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER START-UP CAUTION For Kohler Engine powered models, refer to the engine manual for starting and stopping instructions. DO NOT USE THE CHOKE TO STOP ENGINE. IF CHOKE LEVER IS PLACED IN CHOKE POSITION WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING, BACKFIRE OR ENGINE DAMAGE MAY OCCUR. The controls required to start and run the rototiller are located on the engine and handlebar, and are the choke lever, throttle lever and On/Off switch.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER 3. Place the tiller in FORWARD by pulling the drive safety control. Tilling tips: The key to successful tilling is to begin with a shallow cut on the first pass, and then work an inch or two deeper on each successive pass. • Tilling depth will vary with ground conditions. • When beginning to till in unbroken ground or in extremely hard soil, set the lockpin in the highest hole of the drag stake (SEE OPERATION SECTION). This will allow for shallow tilling.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER SERVICING THE ROTOTILLER The following information will help you make the necessary checks and perform the procedures required to follow the normal care recommendations made for your unit. If you prefer, your local authorized dealer can make these checks and perform the required procedures for you. GUARD BOLT BELT GUARD BELT MAINTENANCE Check Belt Tension as follows: Belt tension may decrease over time.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER over the edge of the engine pulley into the V-groove. 7. Install new forward belt: a. Place forward belt in transmission pulley groove. b. Gently pull the engine recoil rope to rotate the pulley while forcing the forward belt into the V-groove. 8. Replace belt guard. 9. Attach spark plug wire. CAUTION DO NOT PUT ENGINE OIL IN TRANSMISSION. LUBRICANT IS I N S TA L L E D BY MANUFACTURER.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER ENGINE MAINTENANCE WARNING Refer to the engine manual included in your parts packet for information on engine maintenance. Your engine manual provides information and a maintenance schedule. DO NOT STORE TILLER IN AN UNVENTILATED AREA WHERE FUEL FUMES MAY REACH FLAME, SPARKS, PILOT LIGHTS OR AN IGNITED OBJECT. DRAIN FUEL OUTDOORS AWAY FROM ANY IGNITION SOURCES. USE ONLY APPROVED FUEL CONTAINERS. Perform the following tasks: 1.
Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE While normal care and routine maintenance will extend the life of your rototiller, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue operating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, causes and remedies. PROBLEM REMEDY/ACTION Engine will not start • • • Add gas to gas tank.
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Owner’s Manual VICTORY REAR-TINE TILLER NOTES: Get parts online at www.GetEarthquake.
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