FarmBoy FB-IC-209P Agricultural Inter Cultivator User Manual

Agricultural Inter-Cultivator
FB-IC-209P
User Manual

FB-IC-209P Agricultural Inter Cultivator

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Notes:
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BEFORE GETTING STARTED
Thank you for purchasing our Inter-cultivator.

• This manual contains information on operation and maintenance of the Intercultivator, which is based on the most recent product information available at the time of approval for printing. We reserve the right to make amendments without prior notice and without incurring any obligation for sequences.
• No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.
• This manual should be considered a permanent part of the Intercultivator and remain with it if it is resold.
• Please pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words:

WARNING| Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or death if instructions are not followed.
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CAUTION| Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed.
NOTE| Gives helpful information.

APPLICATION
The Inter-cultivator is suitable for intercultural/weeding operations on the sandy soil and clay soil of canopied vegetables base, slopes with gradient less than 10%, paddy field with the depth of water surface to hard layer not more than 250mm. For weedy and deep plots, remove the weeds before using the Inter-cultivator to cultivate the land. Assemble blades on both side of Inter- cultivator, and use pin to fixed blades to do intercultural/weeding operation work. Take off resistance rod and assemble ditching blade, for ditching work.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Important:

• When the engine is starting, turn the shift lever to the “Neutral Position”.

• Be careful when Inter-cultivator is working.

• Check the blades.

• The fuel and oil must be suitable and clean.

• Release clutch before gear shifting and slow down the engine. It is safer when engine is slow down.

• Fuel is easy to catch fire and exploded.

• When working in paddy field or on a slope, use the reverse gear carefully.

• This Inter-cultivator is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to the instructions.

• Read and understand the Operation Manual before operating the Inter-cultivator. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

• Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide.

• Never run the Intercultivator in enclosed areas.

• Be sure to provide adequate ventilation during installation and operation.

• The rotating parts are sharp and runs at high speed.

• Accidental contact can cause serious injury. Keep your hands and feet away from the parts while the engine is running.

• Stop the engine and disengage the tines clutch before inspection or maintenance of the tines.

• Disconnect the spark plug cap to prevent any possibility of accidental starting, Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands from the tines when clearing the tines or when inspecting or replacing the tines.

SAFETY LABELS
The labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read the labels and safety notes and precautions described in this manual carefully.
Operator Responsibility:

• Keep the Inter-cultivator in good operating condition. Operating a Intercultivator in poor or questionable condition could result in serious injury.
• Be sure all safety devices are in working order and warning labels are in place. These items are installed for your safety.
• Make sure that the safety covers (Fan cover, recoil starter cover) are in place.
• Know how to stop the engine and tines quickly in case of emergency.
• Understand the use of all controls.
• Keep a firm hold on the handlebars, they may tend to lift during clutch engagement.
• Don’t allow anyone to operate this Intercultivators without proper training to avoid injury.
• Wear sturdy, fully covered footwear. Operating this Inter-cultivator on barefoot or with open toe shoes or sandals increase your risk of injury.
• Dress sensibly. Loose clothing may be caught by moving parts, increasing your risk of injury.
• Always stay alert. Operating this Intercultivators when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol or drugs may result serious injury.
• Keep all persons and pets away from the intercultural/weeding operation area.
• Make sure the drag bar is in place and properly adjusted.

Child Safety:

• Keep children indoors and supervise all the time while any outdoor power equipment is being used nearby. Young children move quickly and are attracted especially by the Intercultivator and intercultural/weeding operation.
• Never assume children will remain where you last saw them. Be alert and turn the Intercultivator off if children enter the area.
• Children should never be allowed to operate the Intercultivator even under adult supervision.

Thrown Object Hazard:

• Objects hit by the rotating tines can be thrown from the Intercultivator with great force and may cause severe injury.
• Before intercultural/weeding operation clear the intercultural/weeding operation area of sticks, large stone wire glass etc.
• Cultivate only in daylight.
• Pieces thrown from worn or damaged-tines can cause serious injury. Always inspect the tines before using the Inter-cultivator.

Fire and Burn Hazard:

• Petrol is extremely flammable and petrol vapor can explode.
• Take extreme care when handling petrol. Keep petrol out of reach of children.
• Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.
• Allow the engine to cool before refueling. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may be ignited.
• The engine and exhaust system become very hot during operation and remain hot for a while even after stopping. Contact with hot engine components can cause burn injuries and can ignite some materials.
• Avoid touching a hot engine or exhaust system.
• Allow the engine to cool before performing maintenance or storing the Intercultivator indoors.

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard:

• Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas.
  Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death.

• If you run the engine in an area that is confined or even partially enclosed, the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of exhaust gas. To keep exhaust gas from building-up, provide adequate ventilation.

Operation on Slope

• When intercultural/weeding operation on slopes, keep the fuel tank less than half full to minimize fuel spillage.
• Weeding across the slope (At equally spaced intervals) rather than up and down it.
• Be very careful when changing the direction of the Intercultivator on a slope.
• Do not use the Intercultivator on a slope for more than 10°.
• The maximum safe grade angle shown is for reference purpose only and should be determined according to the type of the tool. Before starting the engine, check that the Inter-cultivator is not damaged and in good condition. For your safety and safety of others, exercise extreme care when using the Inter-cultivator up or down the hill.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

ASSEMBLY

1. Assembling After Packing
   1.1 Fix the machine, attach the wheels on both side of machine and use pin to fix wheels.
   1.2 Handle assembly: Match gear plate on handle with gear plate on handle seat, and then adjust straight position of handle, and then use long bolt, spring washer, and  locked grip to lock handle. Then use cable clip to hold clutch cable, reverse gear cable, and throttle cable on handle.

2. Assemble and Adjust Cabl e
   

2.1 Adjustment of clutch cable

1. Loosen the locked nut.
2. Deasil turn bolt into shortest.
3. Put cable head into clutch cable seat of transmission box, and make sure that cable head is in the big hole.
4. Put steel wire into M8 hole of clutch arm seat, press clutch arm fork, and hang cable head on clutch cable seat.
5. Turn off Bolt, and hold it tightly. Loosen the clutch handle until spring in clutch can return handle, and then locked nut.

2.2 Adjustment of reverse cable.

1. Loose locked nut.
2. Deasil turn bolt into shortest.
3. Put cable head into clutch cable seat of transmission box, and make sure that cable head is in the big hole.
4. Anticlockwise turn reverse fork axle, and put cable through narrow slot, and make sure head into big hole of seat.
5. Turn off Bolt, and hold it tightly. Loose reverse handle until spring in clutch can return handle, and then locked nut.

2.3 Adjusting of throttle cable. (Drawing 4)

1. Turn throttle switch into max.
2. Put steel wire of throttle cable through wire seat and fixed seat which is on control panel.
3. Tight steel wire, locked screw on locked seat
4. Adjust fuel switch some time, until fuel rod on control panel into max.

OPERATION CHECK

Engine Oil:
CAUTION

1. Running the engine with low oil level will cause serious engine damage.
   a) Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.
   b) Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck but do not screw it in.
   c) If the level is low, fill the recommended oil to the top of the oil filler neck.

2. Use high-detergent, premium quality 4-stroke engine oil, certified to meet or exceed automobile manufacturer’s requirement for API Service Classification

3. Using non-detergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil could shorten the engine’s service life.

4. SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general all-temperature use. Other viscosities shown in the following chart might be used when at the average temperature in your area is within the indicated range.

Transmission Gear Oil:
Place the Inter-cultivator on a flat surface and remove the oil filler cap.
The oil should be level with the lower edge of the oil filler hole.
Add high quality engine oil if the level is low.
Check the air cleaner for dirt or obstruction of elements Fuel:
Use automotive petrol (Unleaded or low leaded is preferred to minimize combustion chamber deposits.)
Never use an oil/petrol mixture or dirty petrol. Avoid dirt, dust or water accumulation in the fuel tank.
**CAUTION:
Do not fill over the red level line.(shown in the figure below)
RED LEVEL LINE:
WARNING**

• Petrol is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions.
• Refuel in a well-ventilated area after stopping the engine. Do not smoke or allow flames or spark in the area where the engine is refueled or where the petrol is stored.
• Do not overfill the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in the filler neck). After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed properly and securely.
• Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the engine.
• Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor.

Fuel tank capacity: 3.0L or 3.6L
Petrol containing alcohol: If you decide to use a petrol containing alcohol (gasohol), be sure it’s octane rating is at least as high as that recommended for Intercultivators. There are two types of “gasohol”: one containing ethanol and the other containing methanol! Do not use gasohol that contains more than 10% ethanol! Do not use petrol containing methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) that does not also contain inhibitors for methanol corrosion! Never use petrol containing more than 5% methanol, even if it has corrosion inhibitors.
NOTE:

• Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from the use of fuels that contain alcohol are not covered under the warranty. Intercultivators cannot endorse the use of fuels containing methanol since evidence of their suitability is not yet proven.
• Before buying fuel from an unfamiliar station try and find out if the fuel contains alcohol, if it does, confirm the type and percentage of alcohol used. If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms while using a petrol that contains alcohol or one that you think contains alcohol switch to a petrol that you know does not contain alcohol.

Tools & Attachments:
To install a tool or attachment to the Inter-cultivator follow the instructions furnished with the tool or attachment. Ask you dealer for advice if you encounter any problem or difficulty in installing a tool or attachment.
Start

• Start engine according to the instructions given for engine operation.
• Engine should work at idling speed (1450-1750r/min) for two or three minutes.
• Check if engine is working properly, if not, stop to check.

Operation

! NOTE: Inter-cultivator should break-in before use.
1.1 Using of flameout switch. 1.1.1 Start: Turn flameout switch to the place as shown above and use lock clip to block switch. And then start the engine
1.1.2 Work: While working, hold flameout switch. Turn lock clip back. And hold on clutch rod to change gear. Then hold on flameout switch, and release clutch rod and then start intercultural/weeding operation.
1.1.3 In emergency situation, release flameout switch to stop the engine.
!WARNING: While intercultural/weeding operation, don’t turn lock clip.
1.2 Slow gear
1.2.1 Hold on the clutch rod with left hand and meanwhile press down flameout switch to disengage the clutch.
1.2.2 Pull back the shift gear rod with right hand and then turn to slow gear. After shifting the gear, use right hand to hold the handle grip.
! NOTE: Don’t hold reverse handle during the above situation.
1.2.3 Slowly release clutch rod, then clutch will engage and Inter-cultivator can work at slow speed.
1.2.4 Turn accelerator to bigger, then Inter-cultivator can work on slow gear at 5km/h.
1.3 Fast gear
1.3.1 Hold on clutch rod with left hand and meanwhile press down flameout switch to disengage clutch.
1.3.2 Pull back the shift gear rod with right hand and then turn to fast gear. After shift gear, use right hand to hold handle grip.
! NOTE: Don’t hold reverse handle during the above situation.
1.3.3 Slowly release clutch rod, then clutch will engage, and Inter-cultivator can work at slow speed.
1.3.4 Increase the accelerator, then Inter-cultivator can work on fast gear at 10km/h.
1.4 Reverse gear
1.4.1 Hold on clutch rod with left hand and meanwhile press down flameout switch to disengage clutch.
1.4.2 Pull back the shift gear rod with right hand and then turn to neutral gear. And then use right hand to hold on reverse handle.
1.4.3 Then slowly release clutch rod so that the Inter-cultivator can go in reverse direction
! NOTE: Don’t release reverse handle. And before turning to reverse gear, must turn accelerator to smaller (but engine should not stop, the speed will be about 2000r/min) which will be safer.
1.4.4 When there is no need of reverse gear, hold on the clutch and right handle, release the reverse handle.
1.5 When Inter-cultivator is moving, don’t shift the gear. First reduce the accelerator and then release clutch, until Inter-cultivator stop walking, the shift gear.
1.6 Turning. Turning handle to left or right can turn Inter-cultivator.
! NOTE: While turning, don’t hold wrong handle or rod, else, gears will be damaged.
1.7 Stop
1.7.1 Hold clutch rod, and meanwhile hold flameout switch to disengage clutch.
1.7.2 Turn shift gear rod to neutral, loosen clutch rod, then Inter-cultivator will stop working.
1.7.3 If engine need to be stopped
Connecting the attachments
Intercultural/weeding operation:
When need intercultural/weeding operation, disassemble walking wheel, and then put blades onto both side of axle. And use pin and clip to fix. After blades are assembled, must assemble dust fender. Dust fender can protect. Intercultural/weeding operation depth can be adjusted by deep resistance rod.
Ditching:
When need to do ditching work, take off deep resistance rod, adjust ditching blades height, and then start ditching work.
Ditching width: 40cm
Ditching depth: 11-25cm
Usage
! NOTE:

• If you hear any strange noise while working on Inter-cultivator, stop the engine to check.
• When Inter-cultivator is cool, don’t add heavy load. Especially if working with new machine and machine which is being used after a long time/ repair.
• Check to see if there is oil in transmission box, if no oil, please add.
• Do not pour water on Inter-cultivator for cooling it.
• Don’t allow the Inter-cultivator with blades move on hard road.
• After using, clean the Inter-cultivator which will prolong the life of the Intercultivator.
  Clean the air cleaner element periodically and change it if necessary.

STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING

1. Turn the fuel valve to ON. Checkup tightness of drain knob.
   (1) Fuel Valve
   (2) On
   (3) Drain Knob

2. Close the choke lever.
   NOTE: Do not use the choke if theengine is warm or the air temperature is high.
   (1) Choke Lever
   (2) Close

3. Turn the engine switch to ON
   (1) On
   (2) Engine Switch

4. Move the throttle lever slightly to the right.
   (1) Throttle Lever

5. Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt then pull briskly.
   CAUTION: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
   (1) Starter Grip

6. As the engine warms up. Gradually open the choke.
   (1) Choke Lever
   (2) Open

High altitude operation:

• At high altitude the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be excessively rich.
  Performance and fuel consumption will increase.

• High altitude performance can be improved by installing a smaller diameter main fuel jet in the carburetor and readjusting the pilot screw. If you always operate the Intercultivator at altitudes higher than 1.830m (6.000feet) above sea level ask your authorized Intercultivators dealer to perform these carburetor modifications.

• Even with suitable carburetor jetting, engine horsepower will decrease approximately 3-5% for each 305m (1.000foot) increase in altitude.

• The effect of altitude on the horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modification is made.

CAUTION
Operation of the Inter-cultivator at an altitude lower than the carburetor is jetted for may result in reduced performance, overheating and serious engine damage caused by an excessively lean air / fuel mixture.
INTER-CULTIVATOR OPERATION
A. Handlebar height adjustment:
CAUTION: Before adjusting the handlebar place the Intercultivator on firm level ground to prevent the handle from collapsing accidentally.

• To adjust the handlebar height, loosen the adjuster select the appropriate holes and tighten the adjuster.

B. Intercultural/weeding operation Depth Adjustment:

• Install the hitch attachment in the hitch box with a hitch pin.
• The intercultural/weeding operation depth adjustment can be made as follows:
  Remove the pin and lock pin loosen the bolt securing the drag bar and sliding the drag bar up or down as necessary.

1. Hitch Box
2. Hitch Pin
3. Lock Pin
4. Drag Bar
5. Pin

C. Clutch Operation:
CAUTION: Reduce engine RPM before operating main clutch.

• The clutch engages and disengages the power from the engine to the transmission.
• When the clutch lever is squeezed the clutch is engaged and power is transmitted. Squeeze the lever. The tool will be rotated.
• When the lever is released the clutch is disengaged and power is not transmitted. Release the clutch lever. The tool will be stopped.

1. Clutch Lever
2. Engaged
3. Disengaged

D. Gear selection:
The transmission can be shifted into the 2nd forward gear. The shift lever should be operated in accordance with the attached gear shifting plate. Gear shifting:

• Return the throttle lever to the extreme right.
• Release the clutch lever to disengage the clutch
• Move the shift lever to the desired gear position
• Squeeze the clutch lever to engage the clutch

NOTE: If the shift lever will not engage the desired gear squeeze the clutch lever and move the Intercultivators slightly to reposition the gears.
E. Choose the gear:
The Inter-cultivator has three gears to choose from:
Gear Conversion:

• Pulling the throttle switch to the right
• Unloosen the clutch handle and let the clutch separate.
• Moving the gear shifting arm to your required gear
• Gripping the clutch handle, the engine will work on the converted gear.

Gear
Shifting:
Reverse (-1)
Forward (1)
Neutral (0)
Forward (2)
F. Use of a Hitch Box:
Install the hitch attachment in the hitch box with a hitch pin.

1. Hitch Box
2. Hitch Pin

G. Handling Tips:
Adjust the handlebar height to a comfortable position (waist height for normal intercultural/weeding operation). Should the machine jerk forward while intercultural/weeding operation. Press down the handlebars. If the machine does not move forward, move the handlebars from side to side.
Turn:
The proper method of negotiating a turn during a intercultural/weeding operation operation is to lower the handlebars to bring the gravity center towards the rear and then make the turn, this will permit a turn to be made with relative ease.
H. Normal Operating Angle:
Lower the handle slightly so that the front of the machine is raised about 68° To get the maximum advantage from the Intercultivator, try to hold the machine at an angle shown while you are intercultural/weeding operation the ground.
CAUTION:

• Do not use the Inter-cultivator with a rotor whose diameter is in excess of 300mm.
• Operating the Intercultivator on grades could cause the Intercultivator to trip over.
• Allowing any one to operate this Intercultivators without proper instruction may result in injury.
• Wear sturdy full coverage footgear. Operating this Intercultivator with bare feet or with open toe shoes or sandals increase your risk of injury.
• Do not use the Intercultivator in the night.
• Be sure to use two people to transport the Intercultivator from one place to another without using a carrier.
• When the rotor is clogged with mud, pebble etc. immediately stop the engine and clean the rotor in a safe place. Be sure to wear heavy gloves when cleaning the rotor.

To prevent damage, check the Intercultivator for any signs of damage or other faults each time the Intercultivator is used after it has been operated last.
During an Emergency:
Turn the engine switch to “OFF”

1. Off
2. Engine Switch

During Normal Use:
Release the clutch lever to DISENGAGED position and shift lever is in neutral position.

1. Clutch Lever
2. Disengaged

STOPPING THE ENGINE
A. Move the throttle lever fully to the right.
(1) Throttle Lever
B. Turn the engine switch to OFF

1. Off
2. Engine Switch

C. Turn the fuel valve to OFF

1. Fule Valve
2. Off

MAINTENANCE

The purpose of the maintenance schedule is to keep the Inter-cultivator in the best operating condition. Inspect or service as scheduled in the table below.
**WARNING
Shut off the engine before performing any maintenance. If the engine is running, make sure the area is well ventilated. The exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
CAUTION
Always use genuine KK-IC-200P parts or their equivalent. The use of replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may damage the engine.
Maintenance Schedule:**

NOTE

1. Service more frequently when used in dusty areas.
2. These items should be serviced by an authorized KK-IC-200P dealer, unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient. See the KK-IC-200P Shop Manual.
3. Period: Perform regular service at every indicated month or operating hour interval, whichever occurs first.

A. Changing oil:
Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining

• Remove the oil filler cap, and drain the oil
• Refill with the recommended oil and check the level Oil capacity: 0.6 L

Wash your hands with soap and water after handling used oil.
NOTE: Please dispose the used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment. We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local service for reclamation.
Do not throw it in the trash or pour it on the ground.
B. Fuel strainer cap cleaning: Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position and remove the fuel strainer cup and the O-ring. Wash the removed parts in solvent, dry them thoroughly and reinstall securely. Turn the fuel valve
ON and check and leaks.

1. O-RING
2. FUEL STRAINER CUP

WARNING: Petrol is highly flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames of sparks in the area. C. Air cleaner service:
A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor. To prevent malfunction, service the air cleaner regularly. Service more frequently when operating the engine in extremely dusty areas, as follows:

• Remove the wing nut and the air cleaner cover. Remove the elements and separate them. Carefully check both elements for holes or tears and replace if damaged.
• Foam element: Clean with warm soapy water, rinse and allow to dry thoroughly. Or clean with high flashpoint solvent and allow it to dry.
• Paper element: Tap the element slightly several times on a hard surface to remove any excess dirt, or blow compressed air through the filter from the inside out. Never try to brush the dirt off; brushing will force dirt into the fibers.

WARNING: Never use petrol or low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner element. Afire of explosion could result in.
CAUTION: Never run the engine without the air cleaner. D. Spark plug service:
To ensure proper engine operation the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits.

• Remove the spark plug cap.
  WARNING: If the engine has been running initially, the muffler will be very hot. Be careful not to touch the muffler.

• Visually inspect the spark plug.
  Discard it if the insulator is cracked or chipped.

• Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. The gap should be 0.7-0.8mm (0.028-0.031in). Correct as necessary by bending the side electrode.

• Attach the plug washer. Thread the plug in by hand to prevent crossthreading.

• When mounting a new spark plug, you should screw 1/2 more thread with the wrench after the washer is compressed. If you are mounting an old one, you should only screw 1/8 – 1/4 more thread.
  CAUTION: The spark plug must be securely tightened. An improperly tightened plug can become very hot and possibly damage the engine.
  Never use a spark plug with an improper heat range.

E. Clutch cable adjustment
Measure the free play at the lever tip Free play: 3-8mm (0.1-0.3in)
If the free play is incorrect, loosen the lock nut and turn the adjusting bolt in or out as required.

1. LOCK NUT
2. ADJUSTING BOLT

After adjustment tighten the lock nut securely. Then start the engine and check for proper clutch lever operation.
F. Throttle cable adjustment
Measure the free play at the lever tip Free play: 5-10 mm (0.2-0.4in)
If the free play is incorrect, loosen the lock nut and turn the adjusting nut in or out as required.

1. THROTTLE LEVER
2. ADJUSTING NUT
3. LOCK NUT

G. Belt tension adjustment:
Adjust the clutch lever free play. The standard belt tension is 60-65mm (2.42.6 in) at the tension roller with the clutch engaged (clutch lever is squeezed).
To adjust, loosen the four engine mounting bolts and the engine stay tightening bolt and move the engine forward or reverse to get proper tension of the belt. NOTE: After adjusting the tension make sure that the outside face of the drive pulley is flush with the outside face of the driven pulley by using a straight gauge.

1. ENGINE MOUNTING BOLTS
2. ENGINE STAY TIGHTENING BOLT

Loosen the attaching bolts of the belt stopper.
Adjust the clearance between the belt stopper and the belt as illustrated with the clutch lever squeezed.
(1) BELT STOPPERS

TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

When transporting the Inter-cultivator, turn the fuel valve OFF and keep the Inter-cultivator on a level surface to prevent fuel spillage. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may be ignited.
WARNING
Before storing the unit for an extended period:

1. Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust.

2. Drain the fuel
   Petrol is highly flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the storage area.
   1. O-Ring
   2. Fuel Strainer Cup
   3. Drain Knob
   • With the fuel valve turned OFF, remove and empty the fuel strainer cap.
   • Turn the fuel valve ON and drain the petrol in the fuel tank into a suitable container.
   • Replace the fuel strainer cap and tighten securely.
   • Drain the carburetor by loosening the drain knob Drain the petrol into a suitable container.

3. Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt. Continue pulling until the notch on the starter puller aligns with the hole on the recoil starter At this point, the intake and exhaust valves are closed and this will help to protect the engine from internal corrosion
   (1) Align the notch on the starter pulley with the hole at the top of recoil starter.

4. Change engine oil.

5. Cover Intercultivator with plastic sheet.
   Do not place the Inter-cultivator with the handlebars on the ground.
   It will cause the oil entering the cylinder or the fuel spillage

Engine long time storage

• Check oil level before each use or after every 8 hours of operation.
• Change oil after first 5-8 hours of operation. Refill with new oil of recommended grade.
• Check spark plug yearly or every 100 hours of operation.
• Service air cleaner periodically.
• Keep all the engine parts clean
• Check engine and equipment often for loose nuts and bolts and keep them tightened.
• Check or Fill Engine Crank case
• Add oil according to engine manual. Do not overfill.
• Use a clean, high quality detergent oil. Do not mix oil with gasoline oil level must be full. Check the oil level by removing ell fill plug. Oil level should be up to the bottom of the fill plug opening
• Always check oil level before starting engine.

Inter-cultivator long time storage
Follow the steps below to prepare your Inter-cultivator for storage

1. Protect wheels mid axles from ram:
   • Loosen locking bolt inside wheel. Slide wheel toward machine,
   • Coat the axles lightly with axle grease
   • Move wheel back into position and lock jam nut.
   • Back off Locked bolt 1/l6 turn and lock jam nut.

2. Drain fuel system completely following engine manufacturer’s instructions or add fuel stabilizer to prevent fuel farm gumming up during extended storage period.

3. While engine is still warm, drain the oil from the engine. Refill with fresh oil the recommended grade.

4. Clean external surfaces and engine.

5. Remove spark plug, pour one ounce of SAE 30 oil into spark plug hole and pull starter cord slowly to distribute oil evenly head area

6. Take off spark plug, and store it.

7. Transport unit to a suitable storage location. If you have chosen to use a fuel stabilizer and have not drained the fuel system, follow all safety instructions and storage precautions in this manual to prevent the possibility of fire from the ignition of gasoline fumes. Take care, gasoline fumes can travel to distant sources of ignition and ignite, causing risk of explosion and fire.

8. Store the unit in an area away from human activity.

9. If there is any possibility of unauthorized use or tampering, remove the spark plug and store it in a safe place before storing the Intercultivator unit away. Be sure to plug the spark plug hole Io prevent foreign material from entering.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Note: Product specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
TROUBLESHOOTING

valve ON. Fuel should flow freely. Retighten drain knob
(1)FUEL VALVE
(2)ON
(3)DRAIN KNOB
There is no spark at the spark plug| a. Remove the spark plug cap. Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base, and then remove the spark plug.
b. Install the spark plug in the plug cap.
c.  Turn the engine switch on.
d. Grounding the side electrode to any engine ground, pull the recoil starter to see if sparks jump across the gap.
e. If there is not spark, replace the plug.

2. Clutch has problem

3. Transmission box has problem

Tighten bolt at back of reverse axle
Spring on reverse axle can’t work| Change the spring
Reverse axle bend| Change the reverse axle
Reverse axle is loose| Bolt at back of reverse axle loosen| Tight
Reverse axle and gear box not fixed well| Fix them properly
Gears make big noise| Umbrella axe, reverse axle bend| Replace
Gears worn out seriously| Change them
Umbrella reverse axle can’t fixed well| Fix them properly
Main shaft oil leak| Oil plug on main shaft invalid| Change the oil plug
Reverse axle leak oil| O-ring invalid| Change the O-rings
Clutch fork leak oil| O-ring invalid| Change the O-rings
Gear shift axle oil leak| O-ring invalid| Change the O-rings
Flange connection leak oil| Bolt is loose| Tighten the bolt
Steel gasket broken| Change the gasket

4. Walking case has problem

again
Gears block| Not assemble well| Assemble again
Over heat| Oil in case is little| Add oil
Gears clearance too narrow| Assemble again
Axle direction clearance is too small| Adjust the clearance
Transmission box connecting place leak oil| Connection bolts are loose| Tighten the bolts
Oil leak out| Gasket broken| Change the gasket
Output shaft sleeve outside leak oil| Oil seal broken| Change the oil seal
Output shaft sleeve inner hole leak oil| Sleeve broken| Change it
Drain hole leak oil| O ring broken| Change the O- rings
Plug loosen| Tighten the plug
Case oil leakage| Case has some small hidden hole| Welding or paint it

5. Other problems

Try to start the engine according to the instructions given above.
If the engine still does not start, take the Inter-cultivator to an authorized dealer.

PARTS DIAGRAM & LIST-BODY (FB-IC-209P)

USER MANUAL-FB-PE4-169

BEFORE GETTING STARTED

Thank you for your purchase and use of our products. In order to avoid accidents or injury, please read this manual carefully before using the machine. After reading, preserve it for further reference. This manual is a part of the gasoline engine and should be transferred when the machine is resold.
SAFETY LABELS
DANGER
Indicates a hazard, if not avoided, can result in human injury or death.
WARNING
Indicates a hazard, if not avoided, could result in human injury and/or property damage.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazard, if not avoided, might result in slight injury and/or property damage.

Please read and understand this owner’s manual before operation of the engine to avoid accidents by familiarizing yourself with your engine’s controls and safe operation procedures.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Please perform some pre-operation checks before operation to avoid human injury and equipment damage.

2. Keep the engine in good ventilated places at least 1 meter away from buildings and other equipment’s during operation and keep the flammable substances
   away from the engine to avoid fire.

3. Keep children and pets away from the operation area.

4. Make sure that the person who operates the engine receives proper instruction.

5. Keep the flammable substances (gasoline, matches) away from the operating engine.

6. As gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions, please refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.

7. Do not fill above the shoulder of the fuel strainer.

8. Make sure the fuel cover is tightened.

9. Make sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped off before starting the engine.

10. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored.

11. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas.
    Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death. Do not operate the engine without good ventilation or in enclosed room.

12. If you run the engine in an area that is confined, or even partially enclosed, the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of exhaust gas. Provide adequate ventilation so as to keep exhaust gas from accumulation.

13. Place the engine on flat (level) surface, tilting angle of the engine should not be more than 20º, otherwise it will lead to fuel spilling out.

14. Do not cover the engine so as to avoid fire occurrence.

15. The muffler becomes very hot during and immediately after operation. Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot. Let the engine cool down before storing the engine indoor.

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

Check the oil level

Lubricating oil:

• Engine lubricant oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life.

• The use of the lubricating oil free of cleaning agent or the lubricating oil for the two-stroke engine will shorten the life of the gasoline engine.

• The operating temperature range recommended for the gasoline engine is 5℃~40℃.

• Use 4-stroke motor lubricant oil. 20W-40 is recommended in general, at all temperature use. Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the indicated range.

• Before checking engine lubricant oil, place the engine on level surface

• Turn out the oil filler cap and clean the dipstick with a clean cloth.

• Insert the dipstick back into the oil filler hole without turning it in.

• If oil level is below the lower mark of the dipstick, fill oil to the upper level of the dipstick.

• Reinstall the oil filler cap properly.

Engine oil alert system (optional function):
The oil alert system is designed to prevent engine damage caused by insufficient oil in the crankcase. When the oil level in the crankcase falls below the safe limit, the oil alert system will automatically stop the engine even if the engine switch remains at the ON position. If the engine stops and cannot be restarted, check the engine oil level before troubleshooting in other areas.

1. Drain plug
2. Engine switch
3. Lower level

Fuel level

• Check the fuel gauge, and refill the tank if the fuel level is low. Do not fill above the shoulder of the fuel strainer. The fuel 90# gasoline is recommended.

• Unleaded gasoline produces less engine and spark plug fouling and extends exhaust system life.

• Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or oil/gasoline mixture. Avoid dirt, rubbish and water from getting into the fuel tank.

• If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load, change brands of gasoline. If spark knock or pinging persists, see an authorized dealer.
  WARNING:

• Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can cause engine damage.

• If persistent spark knocks or pinging is caused by improper usage of the unit, the Distributor’s Limited Warranty does not cover parts damaged by that.

1. Fuel tank
2. Fill in hole
3. Red line level

Air cleaner
The air cleaner is a dry type including paper element and foam element.

• Remove the clip and dismantle the air cleaner housing or remove the wing nuts and air cleaner cover.
• Wash the element in solution of household detergent and warm water, then rinse thoroughly, or wash in nonflammable or high flash point solvent. Allow the element to dry thoroughly

1. Butterfly nut
2. Air cleaner cover
3. Butterfly nut
4. Paper element
5. Foam element
6. Seal washer
7. Silencer plate

WARNING:
Do not run the engine without air cleaner.
DANGER
Using gasoline or flammable solvent to clean the filter element can cause a fire or explosion.
CAUTION:
Do not run the engine without air cleaner core, otherwise dust and/or other foreign matters may get into the engine through carburetor, and results in rapid engine worn-out.

STARTING THE ENGINE

• Turn the fuel valve to ON position, unscrew the drain plug on carburetor bottom, and fasten the drain plug until oil spills out.
• Pull the choke rod to the CLOSE position. Adjust throttle to proper position. Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull it rapidly

1. Fuel Valve
2. Start Level
3. Drain Plug

NOTE:

• Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
• Once the engine got started, let it run for 1~3 minutes at idle speed, check whether it is balanced, cracked, then pull the throttle to open position, adjust choke rod to OPEN.

1. Auto-Throttle
2. Off Position
3. Starter Knob

Electrical Starting:
Turn the engine switch to START position and hold a while until the engine started

ENGINE SWITCH

NOTE: Restrict the starting time within 5 seconds to avoid engine damage. If engine cannot be started, release starter knob, retry after 10 seconds.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Adjust throttle to proper position. Reduce engine speed, close the choke. Turn engine switch to OFF position. ****

1. ****Throttle knob
2. Throttle is at OFF

DANGER

• Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions.
• Refuel in well-ventilated places with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks near the places where the engine is refueled or gasoline is stored.
• Do not add fuel over the shoulder of strainer. After fueling, tighten the tank cover.
• Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may ignite after the engine has started. Make sure that any fuel spillage has been wiped off before starting the engine.
• Avoid skin coming in contact with gasoline for a long time, avoid breathing in gasoline vapors. Keep children away from them.

NOTE:
Fuel can damage paint and plastics. Be careful when refueling. Damage caused by spilling fuel is not covered under warranty.
MAINTENANCE
Do periodic maintenance to keep the engine in good condition. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendation and schedules given in this manual.
WARNING:
Stop the engine before doing any maintenance work. If the engine must be operated, provide adequate ventilation. Breathing in exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and even lead to death.
Everyday Maintenance:

1. Air cleaner: A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow into the carburetor. To prevent carburetor malfunction, service the air cleaner regularly. Service more frequently when operating the generator in extremely dusty areas.
   • Check air cleaner core, get rid of fouling, and keep the core clean.
   • Check bolts, fasten the loose ones.
   • Check whether lubricant oil level is within the limits.

2. Clean the core after 25hrs of engine run

3. Clean carbon fouling of the spark plug after working up to 50hrs. Check the clearance, and adjust the gap to 0.6-0.7mm (see figure 4-1). Check radiator, and clean fouling among radiators.
   • Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete draining.
   • Remove the drain plug and sealing washer, remove the oil filler cap, and drain the oil.
   • Reinstall the drain plug and sealing washer. Tighten the plug securely.
   • Refill with the recommended oil and check the oil level.
   (1) Dismantle Spark Plug
   (2) Adjust Clearance

4. Clean the fuel tank and filter when working time reaches 100hrs: Remove the fuel cover, drop out filter, and wash it with brush slightly. Remove fuel tank, clean the fouling and water inside fuel tank. Reinstall fuel tank, place filter from fill-in hole, filling the clean fuel to red line level.
   1) Drain plug
   2) Engine switch
   3) Lower level

Check aging of fuel pipe every 2 years. If ageing, hardening and cracking is detected, have it replaced. Tighten the joints, and check leakage.
Before storing the unit for an extended period:

1. Make sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust.
2. Service according to the table below.

• Drain the carburetor float bowl
• Drain the fuel sediment cup

STORAGE

If the engine is not used for a long time, do the necessary maintenance before its storage.

• Firstly, take off the fuel tank, drain out all fuel, and clean the dirt and water inside the tank. Open the fuel cock, unscrew the drain plug at the bottom of carburetor, drain out fuel in carburetor thoroughly, and then tighten the drain plug.
• Secondly, unscrew the drain plug at the bottom of the crankcase and drain out the lubricant oil in the crankcase thoroughly, then tighten the drain plug.
• Finally, clean the surface of the engine with clean cloth, remove the dirt and dust etc. Then store the engine in a well-ventilated, dirt-free place.

TRANSPORTATION

• Contact with the hot engine or exhaust system can cause serious burns or fires.
  Allow the engine to cool down before transporting or storing the engine.

• During transport of the engine, turn the engine switch and the fuel valve to OFF.
  Keep the engine cool.

TROUBLESHOOTING

1. The Engine Can’t Start
   • Have the engine checked if it is hard to or cannot be started.
   • Firstly, check the fuel level of the fuel tank. Turn fuel valve to (2), Fuel should flow from the drain when the fuel valve is turned ON. Tighten the drain plug. (Refer to starting of the engine)

2. Spark Plug
   Check the spark plug. Remove the spark plug cap and clean any dirt around it. If the engine still cannot be started after repeating several times, please see the authorized dealer. Users are not allowed to dismantle or reassemble the unit by themselves.

3. Not Enough Power
   • Check the air-cleaners. Please refer the maintenance inspection book to clear the air-cleaner.
   • Check the fuel. Please strain out the gasoline in fuel tank and in carburetor, and fill in new gasoline.
   • For any other trouble, please contact our dealer.

ENGINE PARTS DIAGRAM & LIST- FB – PE4 – 169

Cylinder Head

Crankcase Assembly

Crankcase Cover

Crankshaft Piston

Camshaft

Carburetor

Recoil Starter

Fan Cover

Control

Fly Wheel

Air Cleaner

Muffler

Fuel tank

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