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OWNER’S MANUAL

Suburban Merry Tiller

Model ST750IC

CAUTION:

Before using this product, read this

manual and follow all Safety Rules and

Operating Instructions.

MACKISSIC, INC. P.O. BOX 111, PARKER FORD, PA 19457-0111

Phone: (610) 495-7181 e-mail: info@mackissic.com FAX (610) 495-5951

www.mackissic.com

PART # 709-3400

12/22/16

Summary of content (19 pages)

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OWNER’S MANUAL Suburban Merry Tiller Model ST750IC CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. MACKISSIC, INC. P.O. BOX 111, PARKER FORD, PA 19457-0111 Phone: (610) 495-7181 e-mail: info@mackissic.com www.mackissic.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Accessories ..................................... I. Safety .............................................. General Preparation ............................ Repair and Maintenance Safety .......... II. Assembly Instructions .................... III. Lubrication & Engine Start Up ........ IV. Operation ....................................... V. Service - Maintenance - Repair ...... Belt and Clutch Adjustment ................. Belt Installation ....................................
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SECTION I - SAFETY This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate your tiller. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning. INTENDED USE Never use your tiller for any other purpose than cultivating soil and use only approved attachments and accessories.
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OPERATORS INSTRUCTIONS STARTING: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Remove or rotate wheels to up position. Adjust drag bar for desired depth. Stand between handlebars. Allow clutch lever to drop into disengaged position. Move throttle lever to run position. Reach forward to set choke lever to choke position. 7. Hold left handlebar with left hand and pull starter rope with right hand. 8. As engine starts, return choke lever to run position and adjust throttle for desired speed.
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GENERAL PREPARATION   Read the owner’s manual carefully and in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment before operation. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.  Your tiller is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times.  Never allow children to operate the equipment.
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         REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Store fuel and oil in approved containers, away from heat and open flame, and out of the reach of children. Check and add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is running. Allow engine to cool at least three minutes before refueling.
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SECTION II - ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS PACKAGE CONTENTS      BOX TILLER HANDLE BARS (2) TIE BARS (2) OUTSIDE TINES (2) POLYBAG        POLYBAG OWNER’S MANUAL ENGINE MANUAL WARRANTY CARD CLUTCH CABLE CROSS BRACE CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER BOLT BAG BOLT BAG 1 EA CLUTCH SPRING 1 EA PULL CORD HOLDER 2 EA CABLE GUIDE 2 EA 3/8 X 2 1/4 CLEVIS PIN 2 EA 1/8 HAIR SPRING COTTER 2 EA 10-32 KEP NUT 1 EA 1/4-20 X 1 ½ HHCS               2 EA 5 EA 2 EA 2 EA 4 EA 8 EA 10-32 X 1 1/4 RHMS 1/4 X 20 NYLOC
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STEP III - Attaching the Throttle Control Cable, Clutch Cable and Starter Rope 1. Insert throttle control (item #52, pg. 16/17) through cable guide (item #50, pg. 16/17). Attach throttle control to handlebar with 2 ea. 10-32 x 1 1/4 machine screw (item #33, pg. 19) and 2 ea. 10-32 Kep nut (item #32, pg. 19) provided in the bolt bag. 2. Insert clutch cable through the cable guides (item #50, pg. 16/17) on the cross brace and the transmission.
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SECTION III - LUBRICATION & ENGINE START UP FOR INFORMATION ABOUT:         OIL FUEL STARTING STOPPING RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SERVICE STORAGE ENGINE WARRANTY INFORMATION REFER TO THE ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL. THE ENGINE ON YOUR SUBURBAN TILLER HAS BEEN SHIPPED DRY. BE SURE TO SERVICE THE ENGINE ACCORDING TO THE ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL PRIOR TO STARTING. FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE NOT WARRANTIED BY THE ENGINE MANUFACTURER.
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SECTION IV - OPERATION TILLING - This tiller is equipped with a set of rear wheels. These wheels are designed only for transporting the tiller to and from the tilling area. They should never be used during the tilling process. When at the tilling site, lean the tiller forward until resting on the frame rails. Grab the ring on the pin holding the wheels in place, pull it out and swing the wheels up and out of the way. Pull the upper pin out and lock the wheels into the upper position with this pin.
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SECTION V - SERVICE - MAINTENANCE - REPAIR The transmission has been factory serviced with “00” grease. No additional lubrication is necessary or recommended. Belt tension should be checked, and adjusted if necessary, after initial 20 to 30 minutes of operation. Follow directions below.
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Service Notes 1. The transmission has been factory serviced with “00” grease. NO additional lubrication is necessary or recommended. 2. Service the engine according to the engine operating and maintenance instructions furnished with the tiller. Special attention should be given to the proper installation and service of the engine air filter assembly. 3. Regularly check tines for wear. Tine clevis pin holes should be checked for wear or elongation.
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MERRY TILLER SERVICE BULLETIN TIME TO CHANGE THE TINE SHAFT SEALS Tine Shaft Seal Replacement Instructions It is extremely important that the oil seals on the tiller transmission be inspected and replaced regularly to ensure proper lubrication and to prevent dirt from entering the transmission. Both sides of the tine shaft have two oil seals. These seals are inserted back to back over the tine shaft.
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SECTION VI - STORAGE  Clean the tiller thoroughly.  Wipe down the tiller with an oiled rag to prevent rust ( use a light oil or silicone).  Store the unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive material, such as fertilizer. NOTE: If storing in an unventilated or metal storage shed, rustproof the equipment by coating with a light oil or silicone.
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709-1933 TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY ITEM NO. PART NO. 1 1A 1B 1C 1D 2 2A 2B 2C 2D 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10A 11 12 13 14 15 16 -- 709-1934 706-0342 706-0343 706-0344 706-0345 709-1935 020-0014 706-0343 706-0344 706-0345 709-0147 706-0347 706-0348 709-0352 709-0651 706-2500 706-3411 709-1615 030-0093 709-1654 706-2788 706-3096 090-0453 090-0419 090-0460 060-0034 DESCRIPTION L.H. Case Half Assembly (includes 1A-1D) Drive Shaft Seal Tine Shaft Bearing Oil Seal Bearing R.H.
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SUBURBAN PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO.
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LIMITED WARRANTY Any product manufactured by MacKissic, Inc. and found, in the judgment of MacKissic, Inc., to be defective in material or workmanship, will be repaired or replaced by an Authorized MacKissic Service Dealer without charge for parts and labor to the original owner of the MacKissic product. The MacKissic product including any defective part must be returned to an Authorized MacKissic Service Dealer within the warranty period.