TEXAS Rear Tiller Pro Trac 1350BE User Manual

Texas
Pro Trac 1350BE
User manual
IMPORTANT!
REMEMBER TO FILL WITH
ENGINE OIL SAE-30
BEFORE START!
Texas A/S – Knullen 22 – DK-5260 Odense S – Denmark Version 22.1
Tel. +45 6395 5555 – www.texas.DK – post@texas.dk

Illustrations

Congratulations on purchasing your new tiller. Please read this instruction manual carefully, especially the safety warnings marked with the symbol:

Spare parts
Spare part drawings for the specific product can be found on our website www.texas.dk If you find the part numbers yourself, this will facilitate more rapid service.

For the purchase of spare parts, please contact your dealer.
You will find a list of dealers on the Texas website.

Safety precautions

Setup

Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Read this manual carefully. Make sure that you are familiar with the different controls, settings, and handles of the equipment.
Know how to stop the unit and ensure that you are familiar with emergency stops.
Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine. Note, that local regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
If you feel unwell, tired, or have consumed alcohol or drugs, do not operate the machine.
Always inspect the machine before usage Ensure that no parts are worn or damaged.
Replace worn-out or damaged elements and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
The operator of the machine is responsible for people’s safety.
Never use the machine near children or animals.
The operator of the machine is held liable for any accidents or hazards to other people and their property.
Thoroughly inspect the area, where the equipment is to be used, if necessary, remove any foreign objects.
Do not refuel gasoline indoors or while the engine is running.
Spilled gasoline is extremely flammable; never refuel while the engine is still hot.
Wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine. It may cause a fire or explosion!
Beware of hazards, while working on difficult soil hence; extremely stony or hard soil.
Boots with non-slip soles with a steel jacket are required. Avoid loose- fitting clothes.

Operation

Always start the engine from the safety zone.
Do not leave the safety zone while operating the machine, if it is necessary to leave the safety zone, turn off the engine before leaving the zone.
After striking a foreign object, stop the engine immediately, remove the spark plug cap and inspect the machine thoroughly for damage. Repair the damage before continuing
If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of damage.
Always disengage the levers, turn off the engine, and remove the spark plug, when the unit is left unattended.
Always turn off the engine and ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop before making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
Never operate the machine at a fast pace.
Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to work at too fast a rate.
Do not carry passengers.
Pay attention, while the machine is in reverse.
Never allow any bystanders in front of the unit.
Always disengage the blades, if not in use.
Only operate the machine in daylight or in fully illuminated areas
Ensure a stable foothold and always keep a firm hold on the handles. Always walk, never run.
Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing sandals.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes
By rear tillers, ensure that the blades are protected by a safety shield, only the part of the blades that work into the soil must be free.
Never attempt to make any adjustments, while the engine is running.
Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine backward
Never operate the engine indoors or in areas with low ventilation. The exhaustion from the engine contains carbon monoxide. Failure to observe could result in permanent injury or death.

Gasoline safety

Use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable, and the fumes are explosive.
Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes. Rinse your skin and change clothes immediately!
Use only an approved gasoline container. Do not use a soft drink bottle or similar!
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.
Never refuel your machine indoors.
Let the engine cool down before refilling
Never fill the fuel tank to more than 2.5 cm below the bottom of the filler in order to provide space for the fuel to expand.
After refueling, ensure that the cap tightens securely.
Never use the lock function on the gasoline gun, when refueling.
Do not smoke while refueling.
Never refuel inside a building or where gasoline fumes may get in contact with an ignition source.
Keep gasoline and engine away from appliances, pilot lights, barbecues, electric appliances, power tools, etc.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, this shall be done outdoors

Maintenance and storage

The engine shall be stopped when carrying out maintenance and cleaning operations, when changing tools and when being transported by means other than under its own power.
Check regularly that all bolts and nuts are tightened. Retighten if necessary.
The engine must be completely cooled before storing indoors or covered.
If the machine unused for a period of time, please refer to the instructions in this manual.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
Only use original spare parts or accessories. If no original parts or accessories are used, the liability is no longer applied.
Replace faulty silencers.

Miscellaneous

The gears are delivered pre-greased. However, always ensure they are well greased before each use.
The motor is not pre-filled with oil.
Factory-fitted control devices, such as the handle-mounted clutch cable, must not be removed or exposed.
Only drain the fuel tank outdoors. Gasoline is extremely flammable, and the fumes are explosive.
Ensure that the machine is properly secured when transported on a flatbed etc.
Reduce the throttle during engine shutdown and close the fuel valve.

Identification of the parts and assembly:

1. See illustration 1:
   (Actual model may vary from the illustrations shown.)A. Engine
   B. Brush
   C. Rod for angel adjustment of brush
   D. Quick release lock for handlebar
   E. Direction lever forward – reverse
   F. Throttle lever
   G. Quick coupling lever
   H. Clutch handle
   I. Differential lever
   J. PTO shifter rod / Gear shifter rod
   K. PTO shifter rod / Gear shifter rod
   L. High adjustment lock

• Brush/sweeper is not included! 2.  Attach the ground wire for start motor as shown in illustration 2.

Fill the motor with oil.
See changing the oil section for more details.

Clothing

When using the machine, wear close-fitting work clothes, hard-wearing work gloves, ear defenders, and non-slip boots with steel toecaps.

Safety zone
While the machine is being operated and the motor is running, do not leave the operation zone behind the handlebar. If it is necessary to leave the operation zone, for
For example to attach an accessory, first stop the engine.

Warning: Stay out of the dashed zone, while starting the engine! Always start the engine from the dotted operation zone See illustration 3.

Starting and stopping the engine

Remember: Always check the oil level prior to use!

On engines with dipsticks, the oil level must always be between the min. and max. On engines without dipsticks, the oil must be visible to the edge of the filler hole, when the engine is horizontal position. Always use SAE-30 oil. Use only unleaded 95 octane gas. Never over-fill the gas tank.

Start, see illustration 4

1. Open the fuel valve (A)

2. Set the throttle lever on max (C)

3.  For gasoline engines: Cold start: Set the choke arm (B) to “Choke” It is not necessary to use a choke when the engine is warm.
   For diesel engines:
   Engage the valve lifter (D)

4.  Pull the start cord (E) to start the motor. Always feed the start cord back into the motor by hand.
   When the engine is started, set the choke arm to the “Run” position
   Electric start:
   For models with an electrical start, turn the ignition key (F)
   Note: For diesel engines with an electrical starter Engage the valve lifter on key ignition and keep engaged until the steady revolution, then release.

5.  When the motor is started, set the choke to a minimum and reduce the throttle slightly.

Stop

1. Release the clutch handle (G)
2. Set the throttle control to “low” (C)
   For a model with an electrical start, turn the ignition key to “0”

Vibrations may travel up into the handle during use. We, therefore, recommend taking a break every 2 hours.

Operating the machine

Remove all foreign objects from the work area before using the machine. Stones, glass, branches, and similar items may damage the tiller. Also, check the bolts on the
tiller is tightened.
Start the motor as per the instructions below. Stand clear of the machine’s moving parts.
Never attempt to move the machine in any way other than intended for normal use while the motor is running.

Drive

Follow the operation procedure as shown in illustration 5:
A-1 Activate gear
A-2 Set throttle
A-3 Choose driving direction (D – R)
A-4 Activate the clutch handle

Differential

Activate the differential lever, see illustration 6 The differential system helps to make the machine turn easily.
But both wheels can be locked if the wheels are slipping or the machine needs to go in one straight line.

PTO (coupling of an accessory)
In order to engage an accessory, see illustration 5 (A-1).
Pay attention while reversing. It is important that the area is cleared, for any obstacle before reversing. Never reverse the tiller against a wall, tree or any other fixed obstacle.

Mounting an accessory

Change from front-mounted to rear-mounted accessories Follow the mounting procedure shown in illustration 7,
step 1-6:

1. Set gear in neutral position N and release the 2 shifter rods from lock under handlebar:
   – PTO shifter (right side when in front mount position)
   – Gear shifter (left side when in front mount position)

2. Take out the right PTO shifter rod (A) by removing the spring clip (C). Pull up the tube (B) from the PTO fork shaft (D) and then turn the tube 180.

3. Push down the handle lock (A) and turn the handle 180o.
   Attach the PTO gear shifter rod (A) again with the spring clip.

4.  In the right panel box, a safety bolt (A-B-C) is installed, which blocks for high reverse speed when the rear-mounted accessory is being used (safety bolt should be removed
   if using a front-mounted accessory, or else the forward speed is reduced to slow speed only) The safety bolt is installed as standard on a new machine.

5.  Attach the rotary tiller on the machine and lock the PTO clutch.

6.  The machine is now ready to be used as a rotary tiller.

Always check that the couplings are sufficiently lubricated. Lubricate with engine oil if necessary, this will ease the coupling of accessories.

For the rear-mounted accessory (rotary tiller), it is important that the safety bolt in the panel box is always installed to prevent accidents from high reverse speed.
The safety bolt should be removed when front-mounted accessories is being used (sweeper, lawn mower, and snow blade).

Change from rear-mounted to front-mounted accessories
follow the mounting procedure shown in illustration 8, steps 1-6:

1.  Set gear in neutral position N and release the 2 shifter rods from the lock under the handlebar:
   – PTO shifter (left side when in rear mount position)
   – Gear shifter (right side when in rear mount position)

2.  Take out the left PTO shifter rod (A) by removing the spring clip (C). Pull up the tube (B) from the PTO fork shaft (D) and then turn the tube 180o.

3.  Push down the handle lock (A) and turn the handle 180. Attach the PTO gear shifter rod (A) again with the spring clip.

4.  In the right panel box, a safety bolt (A-B-C) is installed, which blocks for high reverse speed when the rear-mounted accessory is being used. It must be removed if using a front-mounted accessory, or else the forward speed is reduced to slow speed only. The safety bolt is installed as standard on a new machine.

5.  Attach the accessory to the machine and lock the PTO clutch.
   The machine is now ready to be used as an e.g. sweeper.

Battery (only electric start)

Charging the battery is generally not necessary.
If necessary, see illustration 2 and follow the procedure below:
Connect the positive pole to the nut

1. Connect the negative terminal to the metal parts of the engine
2.  Connect the charger (not included)

Height adjustment of the handle

Follow the height adjustment procedure as shown in illustration 9. Remember to lock the handle again!

Tiller (accessory)

The rear-fitted tiller is used to prepare the ground for seeding. The tiller is equipped with a depth skid, which guides the depth of the tiller. When the depth skid is up, the tiller is
working at the maximal depth. When the depth skid is down, the tiller works with minimum depth.

Max. Working depth is approx. 20 cm.
It the ground is hard it is advisable to use first gear. If the ground is sandy and soft, second gear may be used.

Cleaning of tiller
The tiller should be cleaned after use. Use a garden hose to wash off soil and dirt. Remove any grass, etc. from the rotor shaft. The chassis number should only be cleaned with a
damp cloth to avoid unnecessary wear. Avoid using a high-pressure washer during cleaning.

Sweeper (accessory)

Height adjustment of the sweeper brush
Follow the height adjustment procedure as shown in illustration 10.
Correct storage of the sweeper
Store the sweeper, so that the brushes do not touch the ground. This will extend the durability and lifetime of the brushes.

• Lower the support wheels about 50 mm so that the brushes are floating above the ground before the sweeper is disconnected from the basis unit.
•  Disconnect the sweeper from the basic unit.
•  Tilt the sweeper back, so it rests on the connection-part, and let it stand in that position during the storage period.
  Never let the brushes rest on the ground for a longer time. It will cause them to bend and be useless. Illustration 11.

Changing the oil

The oil should initially be changed after the first 5 hours of use, and thereafter once per year.

1.  Let the motor run for 5 minutes to heat up the oil. This allows the oil to run more freely and makes for a more complete oil change.

2.  After 5 minutes, stop the motor. Remove the spark plug cap. Drain the oil by unscrewing the sump plug.
   Remember to drain the oil into a container of sufficient capacity. NB: The motor must not be tipped backward more than 45 degrees.

3.  Screw the sump plug back in and pour new oil into the motor. Do this by removing the dipstick and pouring in the recommended quantity of oil.

4.  Refit the spark plug cap. (only gasoline engine)

Alternatively, use an oil extractor kit:

1. Suck the oil up through the oil filler hole using the syringe. Use the hose to reach the sump.
2.  Transfer the used oil to the container.
3.  Fill the engine with new SAE-30 oil.
4.  Check the oil level using the dipstick.

Remember to dispose of used oil in a safe way. Oil and oil extractor kit are not included

Lubrication

Correct maintenance and lubrication prolong the life of the machine.
The engine of your machine has a running-in period of 5 work hours. After 5 hours the engine oil must be changed.
After this the oil must be replaced for every 20 hours or at least once a year. Always check the oil level before using the machine.
If there are any signs of leakage or moist places the oil must be checked immediately.

Gearbox (see illustration 12-A)
Always check the gear oil level before using the machine.
Refill with SAE 90 gear oil if necessary.

The gear oil should be changed at least once a year or for every 200 operational hours. Use an oil change kit and add around 1.2 litre of new gear oil. The gear of the rotary tiller
must also be checked for every 50 hours and changed once a year. Use the same oil as for the gear box.

Quick coupler (see illustration 12-B)
To lubricate the quick coupling, do the following:

1.  Insert a grease gun on the grease nipple.
2.  Top up grease – 1 to 2 presses.

Storage

• If the machine is likely to be stored unused for prolonged periods, follow the instructions below. This will ensure longer machine lifetime.
•  Use a garden hose to wash off soil and dirt. The chassis number should only be cleaned with a damp cloth to avoid unnecessary wear. Avoid using a high-pressure washer during cleaning.
•  Wipe the machine with a damp cloth so that all surfaces are clean. Wipe the surfaces down with an oily cloth to prevent rust.
•  Always store the machine in a dry, clean location.

Troubleshooting

The motor will not start (manually)

1. Check the fuel control is set correctly.
2. Check the spark plug.
3.  Check there is fresh gas in the tank.
4.  See separate motor instructions for further troubleshooting.

The motor will not start (electric-starter)

1.  Check the fuel control is set correctly.
2. Check the spark plug.
3.  Check there is fresh gas in the tank.
4. Check that the starter motor has a ground connection, see illustration 2.
5.  Start the engine with a recoil starter (battery might be discharged)
6.  See separate motor instructions for further troubleshooting or contact your dealer.

The motor is not running smoothly

1.  Ensure the throttle control is not set to max.
2. Check there is fresh gas in the tank.

The blades will not rotate

1.  Check for stones lodged between the blades.
2.  Release any stones by removing the blades.
3.  Check the cables are in good working order and fitted correctly.

The blades will not stop

1.  Stop the engine and contact your dealer.

Noise, vibration, and precautionary measures

1.  Long-term exposure to noise levels exceeding 85 dB (A) is damaging. Always use ear defenders when the machine is being used.
2.  Reduce the running speed of the motor to reduce vibration and noise levels.
3.  To reduce noise levels further, only use the machine in an open environment.
4.  Vibrations can be reduced further by holding the handle firmly.
5.  To avoid disturbing others, the machine should only be used during the daytime.
6.  Always wear close-fitting work clothes, hard-wearing work gloves, ear defenders, and non-slip boots with steel toecaps.
7.  Take a 30-minute break every 2 working hours.

Specifications

| Pro Trac 1350
---|---
Engine| B&S 2100
Displacement| 420 cc
Power| 10.7 kW
Engine RMB| 3600 min-1
Gear forward| 3
Gear reverse| 3
Gear speed forward (km/h)| 1.4 – 3.2 – 5.3
Gear speed reverse (km/h)| 0.9 – 2.0 – 3.4
Weight| 103 kg

Declaration of conformity
Manufacturer
Texas Andreas Petersen A/S
Hereby certifies that the following
Pro Trac 1350BE
Is in compliance with the specifications of the machine directive and subsequent modifications
2006/42/EC
Conforms with the following standards

EN709: 1997+A4:2009, EN709+A4/AC:2012 – EN12733:2001+A1:2009 – EN15906:2012

Measured LpA: 86,8 dB(A)
Guaranteed LwA: 102 dB(A)

Vibrations: ah (right/left handle) = 8.0 / 8.3 m/s2
Uncertainties：1.5 m/s2
Serial numbers:
2201841001 – 2412849999

Texas Andreas Petersen A/S
Kullen 22 • DK-5260 Odense S
Responsible for documentation
Johnny Lolk
10.08.2021

References

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