The Handy THTILL6.5 Petrol Tiller Instruction Manual

The Handy THTILL6.5 Petrol Tiller

Product Information

Safety Instructions

Before using the petrol tiller, please read and understand the safety instructions provided in the user manual. Pay particular attention to operating near underground electric cables, telephone lines, pipes, or hoses.

Major Parts

• 1 Engine
• 4 Handle Height Adjuster
• 7 Forward Handle
• 10 Drag Bar
• 13 Tine Wheel
• 16 Switch
• 19 Recoil Starter
• 2 Girder
• 5 Break Knob
• 8 Handlebar
• 11 Belt Cover
• 14 Front Wheel
• 17 Chain Box

Specification

Model No| Working Width| Tine Revolution| Tine Diameter| Clutch Speed ratio| Engine Max Revolution| Fuel Tank Capacity| Oil Tank Capacity| Starting Mode| Net Weight
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
THTILL6.5| 60, 70 or 75cm| 156 revs/min| 31cm| Tension Belt Set 22.6:1| Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 196cc 3900 revs/min| 3.6 litres| 0.5 litres| Manual| 52kg

Assembly

Handlebar Assembly

1. Attach the handle adjuster to the girder and secure with the bolt and clip.
2. Vary the angle of the handle adjuster on the girder to adjust the handle height according to the operator’s height.

Tine Assembly

The tiller is supplied with a double set of tines, plus an additional single set for extra wide cultivation. The tines are
handed, meaning they have a bevelled leading edge that must always face forward.

Front Wheel Assembly

1. Attach the front wheel bracket to the tiller using the spring and lockpin.
2. Fix the front wheel in the down position using a lockpin for transport purposes.
3. When cultivating, move the wheel to the up position.

Dragbar Assembly

The dragbar can be adjusted to different tilling depths:

1. Attach and adjust the dragbar using the locknut and retainer.
2. Start with a shallower gauge if the soil is hard, gradually lowering the dragbar to the desired depth.

Operating the Tiller
To operate the tiller, start the engine and engage the tines. Move the tiller forward while maintaining a firm grip on the handles. If necessary, adjust the tilling depth by adjusting the dragbar. To stop the tiller, release the tine engagement switch and ease off any downward pressure on the handles.

Maintenance
Refer to the user manual for maintenance instructions and guidelines.

Parts Diagram and List
Please refer to the user manual for the parts diagram and list.

EC Declaration of Conformity

• Please refer to page 10 of the user manual for the EC
• Declaration of Conformity.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Read and understand the owner’s manual and labels affixed to the petrol tiller. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards. Retain these instructions for reference.

• Check your tiller before use. Keep guards in place and in working order. You should only work with a machine that is in good condition. If you notice any defect on the machine that

• may cause damage to the operator, do NOT operate until faults have been rectified. Replace worn or damaged parts using only original spare parts.

• Do NOT operate the tiller whilst under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication that could affect your ability to use the apparatus correctly.

• Dress appropriately – do NOT wear loose clothing, ties, jewellery or anything that could be caught in the moving tines. Use of gloves and strong footwear are recommended.

• Only work in daylight or sufficiently good artificial light.

• Keep children and pets at least 10metres away from the tiller at all times and do NOT operate near underground electric cables, telephone lines, pipes or hoses.

• Wear eye protection and face or dust mask if working in dusty conditions.

• Do NOT operate on a slopes of more than 10 degrees. When on slopes, slow down and make sure you have good footing.
  ever operate the machine with one hand and be aware that, if the tines hit stones, frozen ground or buried roots and stumps, then it may unexpectedly bounce upward and jump forward.

• If the tines hit a large stone, stump or other obstacles check immediately for any damage to the tines. If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally switch off the motor immediately and check for causes.

• Always switch off the machine, wait for the tines to stop turning and disconnect the spark plug before carrying out any inspection or maintenance. The tines will not stop immediately after switching off.

MAJOR PARTS

SPECIFICATION

ASSEMBLY

To assemble the handlebar:
The handle height can be adjusted to suit the height of the operator by varying the angle where the handle adjuster fits on to the girder.

• Remove the bolt and adjuster and attach the handle height adjuster over the girder.
• Insert bolt into one of the adjustment holes and secure it with the nut.
• Replace the adjuster and tighten with clip.

To assemble the tines:

The tiller is supplied with a double set of tines, plus an additional single set for extra wide cultivation.  The tines are “handed”, ie. they have a a bevelled leading edge which must always face for-ward.

• Attach the mudguards to the main chassis with the bolts supplied.
• Attach the tines using the pins supplied as shown in the daiagram.
• Pay particular attention to the direction of the pins – they must rotate in the same direction as the tines to avoid them working use during operation.
• Attach and fix the crop protection discs.

To assemble the front wheel:

• The front wheel is used to help transport the tiller.
• Fix the front wheel in the down position using a lockpin. When cultivating move the wheel to the up position.

To assemble the dragbar:

• The dragbar can be adjusted to differing tilling depths. If the soil is hard, try starting with a shallower gauge and gradually lower the dragbar to the depth required.
• Attach and adjust the dragbar by means of the locknut and retainer as shown.

OPERATING THE TILLER

The tiller is supplied without fuel or oil.

• Fill the engine to the correct level with good quality SAE 30 engine oil.
• Fill the fuel tank with unleaded petrol, being careful not to overfill and wiping up any spilt fuel with a cloth.
• Open fuel tap, push choke control lever into the “closed” position and make sure the ignition switch is in the “on” position (situated on the engine).
• Pull the starter cord until the machine fires, gradually move the choke lever to the “open” position.
• Allow the machine to idle for a short period before commencing work.
• Manoeuvre the machine to the working area and set the dragbar to the required setting.
• Lift the front wheel up and retain with clip.
• Move the throttle control to full speed and gently squeeze the clutch lever to engage the tines.
• To operate reverse, release the forward lever and gently squeeze the reverse lever. At the same time ease off any downward pressure on the handles.

MAINTENANCE

• Allow the tiller to cool down to avoid any risk of burns from the hot engine and disconnect the spark plug before carrying out any maintenance.
• Wear strong gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges.
• Clean any soil and debris from the tines and occasionally wipe with a little anti-corrosive oil.
• Drain the tiller completely of fuel if it is to be stored for more than one month.

Other than the above, all further maintenance should be carried out by an authorised service dealer.

PARTS DIAGRAM

PARTS LIST

No| Part No| Description| No| Part No| Description
---|---|---|---|---|---
1| TH104-1| Front Wheel| 1| TH104-2| Nut
3| TH104-3| Bolt| 4| TH104-4| Spring
5| TH104-5| Front Wheel Bracket| 6| TH104-6| Nut
7| TH104-7| Gear Case| 8| TH104-8| Pin
9| TH104-9| Tine Assembly| 10| TH104-10| Crop Disc
11| TH104-11| Drag Bar| 12| TH104-12| Tension Wheel Support
13| TH104-13| Tension Wheel| 14| TH104-14| Reverse Belt Pulley
15| TH104-15| Key| 16| TH104-16| Engine Support
17| TH104-17| Bearing| 18| TH104-18| Forward Belt Pulley
19| TH104-19| Belt Pulley Cover| 20| TH104-20| Forward Belt
21| TH104-21| Reverse Belt| 22| TH104-22| Bolt
23| TH104-23| Mudguard (left)| 24| TH104-24| R Clip
25| TH104-25| Bracket| 26| TH104-26| Handlebars
27| TH104-27| Handle Connector| 28| TH104-28| Bolt
29| TH104-29| Rear Bolt Bar| 30| TH104-30| Mudguard (right)
31| TH104-31| Bolt| 32| TH104-32| Additional Tine Assembly
33| TH104-33| Girder| 34| TH104-34| Small Gear
35| TH104-35| Belt Pulley Axis| 36| TH104-36| Bet Pulley Soleplate
37| TH104-37| Large Gear| 38| TH104-38| V Belt Board
39| TH104-39| Soleplate| 40| TH104-40| Tension Wheel Axis Cover
41| TH104-41| Bushing| 42| TH104-42| Washer
43| TH104-43| Exhaust Cover| 44| TH104-44| Forward Handle
45| TH104-45| Reverse Handle| 46| TH104-46| Wrest Spring
47| TH104-47| Forward Cable| 48| TH104-48| Reverse Cable

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Declaration of Conformity Pursuant to the regulations of the following EC Directives:

• Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
• EMC Directive 2004/108/EC

Handy Distribution Ltd hereby declares that the product

• Machine Type: Petrol Tiller
• Machine Model: THTILL6.5R
• Engine Displacement: 206cc
• Engine Power: 4.8kW
• Engine Speed: 3600/min
• Cutting Width: 600 or 700mm
• Mass in kg: 56kg

Conforms to the main safety requirements of the EC Directives listed above. This conformity is based on the following stanadards and normative documents:

• EN709: 1997 + A2:2009
• EN 55012:2002 + A1
• EN 61000-6-1:2001

The conformity assessment procedure followed was in accordance with the Directive 2000/14/EC

• Measured Sound Power Level: 96.9dB(A)
• Guaranteed Sound Power Level: 98dB(A)

The responsible person, based within the EC, is identified below:

• Name: Mr Simon Belcher
• Title: Managing Director
• Company: Handy Distribution Ltd
• Address: Hobley Drive, Stratton St Margaret, SWINDON, Wiltshire. SN3 4NS, UK

To order spare parts and see the complete range of garden machinery and garden equipment from Handy, visit: www.thehandy.co.uk

OPERATOR’S MANUAL AND PARTS LIST PETROL TILLER – THTILL6.5 Sales & Helpline 01793 333220
www.thehandy.co.uk
Before use please read & understand this manual, paying particular attention to the safety instructions.

References

• The Handy Garden Machinery

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