MTD 390 Shown Manual do Operador

Front Tine TillersModel Series340 Thru 390Operator’s ManualIMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYMTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND,

10Figure 12By increasing the depth of the depth stake, the forward speed of the machine is reduced and the working depth is increased. When the depth

11organic matter will substantially increase the fertility of your garden. For proper decaying action, fertilizer should be applied and worked in with

12Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. Read and follow instructions carefully.Service air cleaner ev

13• Reassemble the new belt, following instructions in reverse order. Make certain the forward drive belt is assembled with the wide side of the belt

14SECTION 7: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDETrouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective ActionEngine fails to startFuel tank empty, or stale fuel.Throttle control le

15NOTES

16SECTION 8: ILLUSTRATED PARTS LISTModel Series 340 Thru 34512342568910711121314151617181920212223242526272829303132333435363725322538394041424344484

17Model Series 340 Thru 345Ref. No.Part No. Part Description1. 712-0442 Acorn Lock Nut 1/4-202. 736-3020 Flat Washer.271” I.D. x.630” O.D.3. 731-1599

18Model Series 340 Thru 345123456789101112131415161819192021222324252726282930313233343537363839404241

19Model Series 340 Thru 345Ref. No.Part No. Part Description1. 712-0392 Hex L-Stop nut 1/4-282. 736-3020 Flat Wash.266” I.D. X.625” O.D.3. 710-0599 He

2TABLE OF CONTENTSFINDING MODEL NUMBERThis Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new tiller. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain

20Model Series 3901234562789101112131415165054192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142303730432723464748495051††52††53††5455††Standard Briggs

21Model Series 390REF. NO.PART NO. DESCRIPTION1. 712-0442 Acorn Lock Nut 1/4-202. 736-3020 Flat Washer.271” I.D. x.630” O.D.3. 720-0270A Reverse Handl

22Model Series 3903171821191643444647457112168910514453872264236103331330293231343528274948252624242320505110†††Honda Engine525453

23Model Series 390REF. NO.PART NO. DESCRIPTION1. 712-0392 Hex L-Stop nut 1/4-282. 736-3020 Flat Wash.266” I.D. x.625” O.D.3. 710-0599 Hex Washer TT-Ta

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the

3SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESWARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endangerth

49. Look down and behind and use care when in reverse or pulling machine towards you.10. Start the engine according to the instructions found in this

5SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLERNOTE: This operator’s guide covers three differentmodel tillers. Model series 340 thru 345 have forwardtine drive

6Figure 3 Attaching Clutch Control Cable(s)NOTE: If your tiller’s clutch control cable(s) have beenalready assembled before shipping, proceed to the

7• Disconnect the spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting.• Engage and release the tine engagement handle,

8Depth StakeThe depth stake controls the tilling depth. Refer to OPERATING YOUR TILLER in Section 4.Tines And End CapsThe tilling tines and end caps (

9• Stand at side of tiller. Grasp the starter handle and pull out slowly, until it pulls slightly harder. Let rope rewind slowly.• Pull rope with a ra