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Yard-Man 454 manual

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  • Page 1

    IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment. MTD PRODUCTS INC P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 Rear Tine Tiller Model 454 PRINTED IN U.S.A. Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest- covered, brush-covered or grass-covere[...]

  • Page 2

    2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Loose Parts & Hardware Pack ........................................................................... 5 Assembling Your Tiller ...............................................................................[...]

  • Page 3

    3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: 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 this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may resu[...]

  • Page 4

    4 4. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation. Stop the machine if anyone enters the area. 5. Be careful when tilling 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. 6. Exercise ex[...]

  • Page 5

    5 SECTION 2: LOOSE PARTS Handle Assembly Depth Stake Assembly Control Rod NOTE: Cable tie not shown.[...]

  • Page 6

    6 SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLER IMPORTANT: The Engine is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After assembly, see separate engine manual for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations. NOTE: Left and right is determined from the operator’s position, standing behind the tiller. Tools Required For Assembly • Adjustable Wrenches • Pair of Pliers[...]

  • Page 7

    7 Figure 3 Attaching The Clutch Cable Attach the clutch cable to the handle as follows (be careful not to kink the cable). • Remove threaded eyebolt and nut from the end of the cable. • Route the clutch cable to the right side of the handle mounting brackets and underneath the handle. • Push the cable through the hole in the center of the han[...]

  • Page 8

    8 Now move the shift lever to FORWARD (Wheels Forward) position. Carefully engage the clutch by lifting the clutch control bail against the handle. The wheels should spin. If the wheels do not spin with the unit in forward, adjust by unthreading the tube at the end of the cable a few turns counter-clockwise, (when standing in operator’s position)[...]

  • Page 9

    9 SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR TILLER NOTE: Engine is shipped without oil. WARNING: Use the reverse tine drive when tilling virgin ground, sod or hard soil. Use the forward tine drive when cultivating or tilling soft ground. Before Starting • Service engine with oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. • Fill fuel tan[...]

  • Page 10

    10 Place side shield in position desired. Replace wing nuts and tighten securely. Figure 8 To Operate The Tiller • Select the depth stake setting. • Start engine as instructed on page 9. • Move gear selection handle to one of the forward modes or reverse. Use the reverse tine drive when tilling virgin ground, sod or hard soil. Use the forward[...]

  • Page 11

    11 SECTION 7: SERVICE Transmission— The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at the factory. It requires no checking unless the transmission is disassembled. To fill with grease, lay the right half of the transmission on its side. Add 30 ounces of Benalene 920 grease. Apply a bead of RTV or silicone sealant to the right half of the transmiss[...]

  • Page 12

    12 Figure 9 Upon reassembly, make certain the belt is routed over the idler pulley and inside of belt keepers by engine pulley. See Figure 10. Figure 10 Tires Recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 20 p.s.i. (check sidewall of tire for tire manufacturer’s recommended pressure). Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 p.s[...]

  • Page 13

    13 SECTION 10: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer. Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position (if so equipped). Blocked fuel line. Dirty aircleaner. Cho[...]

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    14 SECTION 11: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 454[...]

  • Page 15

    15 Model 454 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1. 611-0020 Wheel Shaft Ass’y: 33T 2. 611-0021 Tine Shaft Ass’y: 18T 3. 611-0128 Jack Shaft Ass’y 4. 611-0129 Input Shaft Ass’y 5. 617-0058 Rev. Idler Gear Ass’y: 30T 6. 617-0059 Ftine Idler Gear Ass’y: 30T 7. 617-0060 Tine Input Sprocket Ass’y: 9T 8. 617-0061 Wheel Input Sprocket Ass’y: 10[...]

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    16 Model 454 20 18 8 23 10 1 60 61 37 62 25 34 27 64 30 39 27 63 26 32 36 33 31 29 66 26 41 30 30 24 28 35 40 26 49 44 50 59 51 65 53 55 56 54 57 58 44 46 42 4 9 11 16 6 3 14 7 19 5 17 2 60 61 12 15 12 12 38 21 22 67 70 70 68 69[...]

  • Page 17

    17 Model 454 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1. 747-1152 Shift Rod 2. 649-0041 Upper Handle Ass’y 3. 649-0034 Lower Handle Ass’y 4. 710-3005 Hex Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 5. 710-3056 Hex Screw 5/16-18 x 3.25 6. 711-0415 Clevis Pin 3/8-1.62 7. 712-0379 Flange Lock Nut 3/8-24 8. 712-0429 Hex Lock Nut 5/16-18 9. 714-0147 Cotter Pin 10. 720-0313 Grip 11. 7[...]

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    18 Model 454 18 17 24 19 27 46 45 12 26 9 6 1 8 25 14 28 20 2 11 44 4 22 23 16 5 21 7 13 15 3 40 43 42 41 39 32 33 31 30 29 10 34 37 36 37 38 35[...]

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    19 Model 454 REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1. 686-0111 Belt Cover Brkt. Ass’y 2. 710-0237 Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x .62" Lg. 3. 710-0412 Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x .75" Lg. 4. 710-0502A Hex Wash.TT-Sems Screw 3/8-16 x 1.250" Lg. 5. 710-0591 Hex Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.00 6. 710-0599 Hex Wash. Hd. S-Tap Scr. 7. 710-0723 Hex Cap Screw 3/8-16 x 1.25 8. 712-0[...]

  • Page 20

    MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchan- dise purchased and used in the United States, its posses- sions and territories. MTD warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date [...]