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User manual Bolens, model 12197

Manafacture: Bolens
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File name: 67438df1-6f9d-4766-9f5d-3263e9397b6a.pdf
Language of manual:en
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Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage Of course, if you should ever have any problems or questions, please contact your local authorized service dealer or the factory (see back cover of this manual) We want to be sure that you are completely satisfied at all times See back cover for Customer Service information. Safety Alert Symbol A This is a safety alert symbol It is used in this manual and on the unit to alert you to potential hazards When you see this symbol, read and obey the message that follows it Failure to obey safety messages could result in personal injury or property damage This machine meets voluntary safety standard B71.8 - 1996, which is sponsored by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute, Inc , and is published by the American National Standards Institute A WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of Caiifornia to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Table of Contents SECTION 1: SAFETY............................ Safety Decals 5 SECTION 2: ASSEMBLY........................ ............... 6 Attach Handlebars ..... 7 Attach Reverse Clutch Control ... 7 Attach Forward Clutch Rod 8 Check Transmission Gear Oil Level 8 Add Motor Oil to Engine 9 Attach Engine Throttle Lever 9 Attach Wheel Gear Lever 10 Check Air Pressure in Tires 10 Check Hardware for Tightness 10 SECTION 3: FEATURES & CONTROLS Wheel Gear Lever 11 Forward Clutch 11 Reverse Clutch 12 Depth Regulator 12 Handlebar Height Adjustment 12 Engine Throttle Lever 13 SECTION 4: OPERATION ....................... ............... 14 Starting and Stopping the Engine . . . ......14 Operating the Tiller 15 Tilling Tips & Techniques . 17 Power Composting . 19 Loading and Unloading the Tiller 19 SECTION 5: MAINTENANCE ................... ............... 20 Required Maintenance Schedule 20 Tiller Lubrication 21 Check for Oil Leaks 21 Check Hardware 21 Check Tire Pressure 21 Transmission Gear Oil Service 21 Engine Oil Service 22 Air Cleaner Service 22 Spark Plug Service 22 Spark Arrester Screen Service 22 Engine Cleaning 23 Carburetor/Governor Control Adjustments 23 Throttle Control Adjustment .... . ........ 23 Wheel Gear Cable Adjustment 23 Off Season Storage 23 Bolo Tines 24 Checking and Adjusting Tension on the Drive Belts 25 Forward Drive Belt Removal and Installation 26 Reverse Drive Belt Removal and Installation 28 Troubleshooting ................................ ............... 30 Tiller Specifications/Attachments............ ............... 31 Customer Service Information ......... ... .Back Cover NOTE: Model 12203 is shown throughout this Owner’s Manual in all photos and illustrations. Model 12197 is identical except for differences in tine hood design. 2 Section 1 Safety SPARK ARRESTER WARNING TO RESIDENTS OF CALIFORNIA AND SEVERAL OTHER STATES Under California law, and under the laws of several other states, you are not permitted to operate an internal combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels on any forest, brush, hay, grain, or grass covered land, or land covered by any flammable agricultural crop without an engine spark arrester in continuous effective working order The engine on the unit is an internal combustion engine which burns gasoline, a hydrocarbon fuel, and must be equipped with a spark arrester muffler in continuous effective working order The spark arrester must be attached to the engine exhaust system in such a manner that flames or heat from the system will not ignite flammable material Failure of the owner/operator of the unit to comply with this regulation is a misdemeanor under California law (and other states) and may also be a violation of other state and/or federal regulations, laws, ordinances or codes Contact your local fire marshal or forest service for specific information about which regulations apply in your area Training 1. Carefully read this Owner’s Manual, the separate Engine Owner’s Manual, and any other literature you may receive Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tiller and its engine Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly 2. Never allow children to operate the tiller Never allow adults to operate the tiller without proper instruction 3 Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly children and pets 4. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people, their property and themselves Preparation 1. Thoroughly inspect the area where the tiller is to be used and remove all foreign objects 2. Be sure all controls are released and the Wheel Gear Lever is in ENGAGE before starting the engine 3. Do not operate the tiller without wearing adequate outer garments Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts 4. Do not operate the tiller when barefoot or wearing sandais, sneakers, or tight footwear Wear prot...


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