Poulan DRT900 User Manual
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- Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 1
Do Not Throw Away OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL: DRT900 REAR TINE TILLER WARNING: Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com 433154 01.13.10 CL - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 2
in hard ground. The tines may catch in the ground and propel the tiller forward. If this occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the machine. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE • Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe working condition. • Check shear pins, engine mounting bolts, and - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 3
regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tiller. • Follow instructions under "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this Owner's Manual. WARNING SCHEDULE 12 MAINTENANCE 12-14 SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS 15-18 STORAGE 19 TROUBLESHOOTING 20 WARRANTY 21 PARTS AND SERVICE 22 - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 4
tiller handles). OPERATOR'S POSITION Fig. 1 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK (2) Handle Locks (1) Carriage Bolt 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Grade 5 (1) Center Locknut 3/8-16 UNC (1) Flat Washer 13/32 x 1 x 11 Gauge (1) Handle Lock Lever (1) Hairpin Clip (1) Pivot Bolt 3/8-16 UNC Grade 5 Extra Shear Pins - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 5
TO MOVE Fig. 4 • Rotate handle assembly down. Insert rear carriage bolt first, with bolt head on L.H. side of tiller and loosely assemble locknut (See Fig. 5). • Insert pivot bolt in front part of plate and tighten. • Cut down remaining corners of carton and lay panels flat. • Lower the handle - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 6
position (See Fig. 7) • Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle. Separate cardboard cover from leveling shield. • Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull tiller out of carton. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The operator. (See "TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 6 - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 7
KNOW YOUR TILLER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TILLER. Compare the illustrations with your tiller to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your Tiller or in - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 8
Engage drive control bar and tiller will move forward. REVERSE - WHEELS ONLY/TINES STOPPED • DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND TILLER. • Release the drive Fig. 12) • Release depth stake pin. Pull the depth stake up for increased tilling depth. Place depth stake pin in hole of depth stake to lock in - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 9
pin. Move the depth stake down to the top hole for transporting the tiller. Place depth stake pin in hole of depth stake to lock in position. This prevents tines see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. All oil must meet A.P.I. Service Classification SG-SL. • Reinstall engine oil cap - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 10
tines. NOTE: If at a high altitude (3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32°F), the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. NOTE: If engine does not start, see troubleshooting - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 11
not lean on handle, this takes weight off the wheels, reduces traction, and may cause the tiller to skip over the ground. • Always lower the drag stake when using the forward rotating tine drive. tire_1 HAIRPIN CLIP Fig. 17 INNER VIEW OF TIRE CLEVIS PIN HAIRPIN CLIP Fig. 16 Fig. 18 tire_2 11 - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 12
be made periodically to properly maintain your tiller. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. • Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check tines and belts for wear. A new spark plug - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 13
damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is not used "CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL" in the Operation section of this manual. AIR FILTER (See Fig. 21) Service air cleaner cartridge every twenty-five hours, more often if engine - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 14
Muffler Blower Housing Air Screen engine_art_71 Fig. 22 MUFFLER Do not operate tiller in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual. TRANSMISSION Once a season, lubricate the right hand your tiller when the engine and transmission are hot. We do not recommend using pressurized water (garden - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 15
WHEEL (See Fig. 24) • Place blocks under transmission to keep tiller from tipping. • Remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from wheel. • Remove wheel and tire. • Repair tire and reassemble. CLEVIS PIN tire_3 Fig. 24 HAIRPIN CLIP TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 25) NOTE: For ease of removal, remove - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 16
ON TOP OF IDLER PULLEY. NOTE POSITION OF BELT TO GUIDES. • Check belt adjustment as described below. • Replace belt guard. • Reposition wheel and replace clevis pin and hairpin clip. GROUND DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 26) For proper belt tension, the extension spring should have about 5/8 inch - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 17
then the bolted tine and hub assemblies should be switched back to their original side so that the tine edge with the least wear will be used. NEW TINE WORN TINE tine_19 Fig. 27 SHARP EDGES TINE TINE Fig. 28 3-1/2" MAX HAIRPIN CLIP SHARP EDGES HAIRPIN CLIP SHARP EDGES SHEAR PIN Fig. 29 - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 18
FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/ DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS THE PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS. CLAMP SCREW CASING AND WIRE engine_art_78 THROTTLE - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 19
TILLER • Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual SYSTEM PARTS SUCH in your gasoline will cause problems. • If possible, store - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 20
Inspect V-belt. Engine runs but labors 1. Tilling too deep. when tilling 2. Throttle control not properly adjusted. 3. Carburetor out of adjustment. 1. Set depth stake for shallower tilling. 2. Check throttle control setting. 3. Make necessary adjustments. Tines will not rotate 1. Shear pin - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 21
charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we of the original sale. Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. 4. : Excluded from this Warranty are belts, blades, blade adapters, normal product to an authorized service dealer. Should you - Poulan DRT900 | User Manual - Page 22
Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 For a Parts Manual, go to our website: www.poulan-pro.com/support.asp NOTE: Poulan Pro provides parts and service through its authorized distributors and dealers; therefore, all requests for parts and service should be directed to your local dealer(s). The
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
DRT900
REAR TINE TILLER
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
Visit our website: www.poulan-pro.com
WARNING:
Read this Manual and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions.
Failure to do so
can result in serious
injury.
IMPORTANT MANUAL
Do Not Throw Away
433154
01.13.10 CL
Printed in U.S.A.