MTD 12212 manual

Models 12211 – Recoil Start 12212 – Electric Start OWNER’S MANUAL 7 HP PONY ® REAR-TINE TILLER • Safety • Assembly • Features and Controls • Operation • Maintenance • Parts List GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED (Recoil Start Model shown) SAFETY FIRST! Before operating this equipment, read this Owner's Manual and the separate manual s[...]

2 T able of Contents SECTION 1: SAFETY ........................................... 3 Safety Decals .................................................................... 5 SECTION 2: ASSEMBLY ....................................... 6 Attach Handlebars.............................................................. 6 Attach Reverse Clutch Control ......[...]

3 TRAINING 1. Carefully read this Owner ’ s Manual, the sepa- rate 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 a[...]

7. Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unattended. Stop the engine. Remove ignition key on electric start models. Disconnect spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug. Move Wheel Gear Lever to ENGAGE. 8. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspect- ing, stop the engine, remove the ignition key on electric start models, and [...]

Section 1: Safety 5 4. To reduce the chances of a fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease. 5. Store gasoline in a cool, well-venti- lated area, safely away from any spark- or flame-producing equipment. Store gasoline in an approved container, safely away from the reach of children. 6. Refer to the Maintenance section[...]

INTRODUCTION Carefully follow these assembly steps to correctly prepare your tiller for use. It is recommended that you read this Section in its entirety before beginning assembly. INSPECT UNIT Inspect the unit and carton for damage immediately after delivery. Contact the carrier (trucking company) if you find or suspect damage. Inform them of the [...]

3. With forward clutch cable (N, Figure 2-4) on inside of handlebar, position handlebar ends on outside of the two mounting tabs (M, Figure 2-3) on trans- mission top cover. NOTE: The curved handlebar height adjustment bracket appears as shown in C, Figure 2-3 for non-electric start units. For electric start units, the bracket is loos- ened and mov[...]

3. The cable is pre-adjusted at the factory, but must be checked for correct tension as explained next: The forward clutch spring coil (between points “ A ” in Figure 2-9) measures 2" in length when neither Forward Clutch Control Lever is pulled up. Lift either Forward Clutch Control Lever up against the handlebar and measure the length of[...]

9 STEP 7: A TT ACH WHEEL GEAR LEVER 1. Insert the Wheel Gear Lever (P, Figure 2-13) up through the slot in the control panel that is labeled “ WHEEL GEAR. ” 2. Insert two #10-32 x 1/2" round head screws down through the “ + ” marks on the control panel decal and securely attach the wheel gear mounting bracket using two #10 lockwashers [...]

10 Section 2: Assembly Electric Start Assembly Steps The following steps explain how to prepare and install the battery. FOR YOUR SAFETY, CAREFULLY FOLLOW ALL STEPS AND OBSERVE ALL ACCOM- PANYING SAFETY MESSAGES. Before beginning, check that you have received the following items (see Figure 2-16): 1. Battery (installed on tiller) 2. Clear plastic v[...]

11 Section 2: Assembly B. To Charge the Battery: To obtain maximum battery life, charge the battery using the following method until all cells are gassing freely. A battery is gassing freely when the surface of the electrolyte is covered with tiny bubbles. Be sure to follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the battery charg- ing uni[...]

Section 2: Assembly 4. Check the tightness of the upper mounting screw that secures the negative cable and starter solenoid to the battery post. See Figure 2-20. Scrape away any paint between the cable and the screw as the paint can prevent a good electrical ground. 5. Install one end of the clear plastic vent tube over the vent fitting (U, Figure [...]

13 Before operating your machine, care- fully read and understand all safety, controls and operating instructions in this Manual, the separate Engine Owner ’ s Manual, and on the decals on the machine. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury. WARNING INTRODUCTION This Section describes the location and function [...]

REVERSE CLUTCH CONTROL The Reverse Clutch Control (C, Figure 3- 1) controls the engagement of reverse drive to the wheels and tines. The revers- ing feature is used for maneuvering the tiller only – never engage the tines in the ground while going in the reverse direction. To Operate the Reverse Clutch Control: 1. Put the Wheel Gear Lever in the [...]

Section 3: Features and Controls ENGINE CONTROLS Refer to the engine manufacturer ’ s Engine Owner ’ s Manual (included in the tiller lit- erature package) to identify the controls on your engine. The following two con- trols are used when stopping or starting the engine. ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER The Engine Throttle Control Lever (located [...]

16 Figure 4-1: Location of main tiller controls. Section 4 INTRODUCTION Read this Section of the manual thor- oughly before you start the engine. Then, take the time to familiarize yourself with the basic operation of the tiller before using it in the garden. Find an open, level area and practice using the tiller controls without the tines engaging[...]

17 Section 4: Operation ST ARTING THE ENGINE The following steps describe how to start and stop the engine. Do not attempt to engage the tines or wheels until you have read all of the operating instruc- tions in this Section. Also review the safety rules in Section 1: “ Safety ” and the tiller and engine controls information in Section 3: “ F[...]

18 Section 4: Operation 4. For forward motion of the wheels and tines: (a) Pull one or both of the Forward Clutch Control Levers up and hold them against the handlebars. To stop forward motion of the wheels and tines, release the levers. (b) As the tiller moves forward, relax and let the wheels pull the unit along while the tines dig. Walk behind a[...]

19 Section 4: Operation T illing T ips & T echniques Let the tiller do the work • While tilling, relax and let the wheels pull the tiller along while the tines do the digging. Walk on the side that is not yet finished (to avoid making foot- prints in the freshly tilled soil) and lightly, but securely grip the handlebar with just one hand. •[...]

20 Section 4: Operation T illing T ips & T echniques Clearing the tines The tines have a self-clearing action which eliminates most tangling of debris in the tines. However, occasionally dry grass, stringy stalks or tough vines may become tangled. Follow these proce- dures to help avoid tangling and to clean the tines, if necessary. • To redu[...]

21 Section 4: Operation POWER COMPOSTING Power composting simply means tilling under and burying in the soil all manner of organic matter such as crop residues, leaves, grass clippings and cover crops. This material will decompose during the non-growing season and add important natural nutrients to the soil. The first place to begin is with crop re[...]

22 Section 5 Maintenance REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Before Every Every As PROCEDURE Each 10 30 Noted Use Hours Hours Check engine oil level • And every 5 operating hours Clean engine • ▲ Check clutch belt tension • ✝ Check nuts and bolts • ✝ Change engine oil • * Lubricate tiller • Service foam pre-cleaner air filter ▲ (if so[...]

23 Section 5: Maintenance W ARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property da[...]

24 Section 5: Maintenance W ARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property da[...]

25 Section 5: Maintenance W ARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property da[...]

CHECKING AND ADJUSTING TENSION ON CLUTCH BEL TS Maintaining correct belt tension is impor- tant to good tilling performance and long belt life. A loose belt will slip on the engine and transmission pulleys and cause the tines and wheels to slow down – or stop – even though the engine is running at full speed. A loose belt will also result in pr[...]

2. The coiled part of the forward clutch spring (E, Figure 5-10) measures 2" in length when the Forward Clutch Control levers are not pulled up. Pull either Forward Clutch Control Lever up against the handlebar and measure the length of the coil on the forward clutch spring. Tension is correct if the length of the extended coil is 2-1/2" [...]

Removing Forward Clutch Belt 1. Stop engine, allow it to cool and dis- connect spark plug wire before working near belts. Also remove ignition key on electric start models. 2. Remove the two nuts (C, Figure 5-13) and remove the belt cover. 3. Move the reverse clutch belt (B, Figure 5-16) out of the way. You do not need to completely remove the belt[...]

pull down on the belt and roll it onto the large, forward-most groove of the trans- mission pulley (P, Figure 5-20). 7. Reinstall the belt cover. 8. Test for correct tension on the forward clutch belt (see Checking Forward Belt Tension) . REVERSE CLUTCH BEL T REMOV AL AND INST ALLA TION The reverse clutch belt (J, Figure 5-22) is driven by the engi[...]

Section 5: Maintenance W ARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damag[...]

31 Section 5: Maintenance W ARNING Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the unit, shut off engine, wait for all parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug. Remove ignition key on elec- tric start models. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property da[...]

32 TROUBLESHOOTING Before performing any corrections, refer to the appropriate information in this Manual, or in the Engine Owner ’ s Manual, for the correct safety precautions and operating or maintenance procedures. Contact your local authorized Engine Service Dealer for engine service. Contact your local authorized equipment dealer or the fact[...]

33 P ARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 HOOD, BRACKET and DEPTH REGULA TOR 1 1917605 Tine Hood (Incl. hood flap and Ref.17) ............................................ 1 2 1100243 Lockwasher, 3/8.................................. 2 3 2527 Bracket – hood & depth regulator (Incl. Ref. No. 9)............................. 1 4 90038 Hex Flange Scre[...]

34 P ARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 HANDLEBAR ASSEMBL Y and CONTROL LEVERS 10 See page 36, Ref. 47, for attach- ment screw.[...]

35 Models 12211 and 12212 P ARTS LIST REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 1918811 Handlebars (Incl. Refs. 2, 3 & 3A) ....... 1 2 9126 Grip ..................................................... 2 3 1918770 Decal, Control Panel ........................... 1 3A 20924 Decal, Model Name/Logo .................... 1[...]

P ARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 Reverse Clutch Cable 1 2 6 5 7 3 4 13 14 15 16 17 16 49 21 25 24 35 45 46 20 49 50 51 43 43 44 37 47 37 40 42 48 41 44 38 40 39 20 23 8 12 26 27 3 28 29 30 31 9 22 18 45 12 11 10 9 8 35 36 ENGINE, SUPPORT BRACKETS, PULLEYS, BEL TS, BEL T COVER 36[...]

37 Models 12211 and 12212 P ARTS LIST ENGINE, SUPPORT BRACKETS, PULLEYS, BEL TS, BEL T COVER 1 ** Engine – standard recoil start ............ 1 ** Engine – electric start ........................ 1 2 1917326 Bracket, Clutch Cable .......................... 1 3 1100242 Lockwasher – 5/16................................ 6 4 1111696 Hex Hd. Screw[...]

38 Models 12211 and 12212 P ARTS LIST TRANSMISSION HOUSING, COVERS, SEALS, GASKETS, PLUGS NOTE 1: These screws are a special sealing screw that cannot be reused without risking the loss of transmission oil. If these screws are loosened or removed, they must be replaced with new screws. 1 9621 Oil Seal (Double Lip), Wheel Shaft ...... 2 2 9726 Pipe [...]

39 P ARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 MAIN DRIVE SHAFT 1 1714 Bearing, Tapered Roller with Race .... 1 2 20718 Spur Gear .......................................... 1 3 9301 Key, 3/16 sq. x 1 ............................... 1 4 11603 Main Drive Shaft (Drive shaft is one- piece with integral, single-lead, work-hardened front worm, and integral, six-l[...]

40 Models 12211 and 12212 P ARTS LIST WHEEL SHAFT , ECCENTRIC SHAFT and TILLER SHAFT ASSEMBLIES REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. REF. PART No. No. DESCRIPTION QTY. 1 9621 Oil Seal .............................................. 2 2 9511 Retaining Ring (heavy-duty, external) 2 3 1166-1 Shim, 1-1/64 I.D., .062" thick ............ A/R --- 1166-2[...]

41 P ARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 1 1100043 Hex Hd. Screw, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4* .......... 16 2 1270-2A Bolo Tine-single. Right hand tine used on left side of tiller. (Incl. two ea. Refs. 1 and 3) ..................... 8 3 1733398 Hex Locknut, 3/8-16 ........................... 18 5 1982612 Hex Hd. Screw, 3/8-16 x 2, Grade 8 .... 2 7 1270-1A Bolo Ti[...]

42 P ARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 ELECTRIC ST ART ASSEMBL Y 30 31[...]

43 Models 12211 and 12212 P ARTS LIST ELECTRIC ST ART ASSEMBL Y 1 96512 Battery, 12 Volt, 9 Amp (Incl. Ref. 7) ........................................... 1 2 9462 Battery Cap (yellow) .......................... A/R 2A 9248 Battery Cap (white) ............................ A/R 3 9009 Vent Tube .......................................... 1 4 1475 Shie[...]

44 P ARTS LIST Models 12211 and 12212 ROW MARKER A TT ACHMENT ROW MARKER ATTACHMENT – PART # 12589 (Complete – Attaches to Furrower Attachment) MAIN SUPPORT/YOKE ASSEMBLY PART # 1904522001 DET AIL A 19 20 23 22 21 BUMPER PART #12593 (See Detail A) BUMPER A TT ACHMENT[...]

45 Models 12211 and 12212 P ARTS LIST ROW MARKER A TT ACHMENT & BUMPER A TT ACHMENT Row Marker Attachment (option) – Part #12589 1 1904522001 Main Support & Yoke Assy – complete. (Incl. Ref. No.'s 10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17 & 18).......... 1 2 1594 Marker Blade – blade only ................... 1 3 1904524001 Marker Arm – main [...]

46 Models 12211 and 12212 P ARTS LIST HILLER/FURROWER A TT ACHMENT HILLER/FURROWER – PART #12579 (Viewed from front of tiller) 1 1900771001 Furrower Blade .................................. 1 2 1186098 Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 3/4 .............. 4 3 1177548 Star Washer, External Tooth, 5/16..... 4 4 9902 Plain Washer, 5/16 S.A.E..................[...]

47 NOTES[...]

1905624 (2/01) Printed in U.S.A. © 2001 Garden Way Incorporated CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMA TION Owner Registration Card Please fill out and mail the enclosed owner registration card. The purpose of this card is to register each unit at the factory so that we can provide you with warranty benefits and informational bulletins. Warranty Service The war[...]