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OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. FN620K 3.5 HP 17 Inch Tiller • Assembly • Operation • For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 00137 184873 11.27.02 TR...
• Always refer to the operator’s guide instructions for im por tant details if the tiller is to be stored for an ex- tended period. CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRIT I CAL IN FOR MA TION IN THIS MANUAL.
Please read and retain this manual. The in struc tions will enable you to assemble and main tain your tiller prop erly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”. SAFETY RULES ... 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...
Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
Repeat for opposite side. Tight en all hard ware se cure ly. NOTE: Cables must not touch the muffl er. • Cut cable ties securing tiller to skid and remove tiller from skid. • Remove screws securing depth stake to skid and dis- card the screws.
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 literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
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The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your tiller and while tilling. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
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“PRODUCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” on page 3 of this manual. • Tilt tiller back on its wheels and then re-level. • With engine level, refi ll to point of overfl owing if nec- es sary.
To slow down the tiller, press down on handles. If you are straining or tiller is shaking, the wheels and depth stake are not set properly in the soil being tilled. The proper setting of the wheels and depth stake is through trial and error and depends upon the soil con di tion.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must main tain tiller as instructed in this manual.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 11 and 12) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classifi cation SF-SJ. • Be sure tiller is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. •...
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fl er, air fi l ter and car bu re tor are cov ered to keep wa ter out. Wa ter in en gine will short en the useful life of your tiller. •...
TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 15) Factory assembly has provided lowest handle height. Se lect handle height best suited for your tilling conditions. Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil. • If a higher handle height is desired, loosen the four nuts securing handle panel to engine brackets.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: Additional tine arrangements can be attained by moving outer tines to opposite side of tiller which will point tines outward. Always keep sharp edges of tines rotating forward from above. TINE OPERATION CHECK (See Fig. 21) Be sure tines do not rotate when engine is running and tine control is in the “OFF”...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE V-BELT (See Fig. 23) Replace V-belt if it has stretched considerably or if it has cracks or frayed edges. Belt guard must be removed to service belt. See “TO RE- MOVE BELT GUARD” in this section of manual. BELT REMOVAL •...
Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a build ing where fumes may reach an open fl ame or spark.
2. Wheels and depth stake incorrectly adjusted. Soil balls up or clumps Ground too wet. Engine runs but tiller 1. Tine control is not engaged. won’t move 2. V-belt not correctly adjusted. 3. V-belt is off pulley(s).
REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER FN620K HANDLE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 137176X505 Bracket, Handle 72140512 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1¦2 9266R Grip, Handle 151473 Handle, L.H. 73680500 Locknut, Crown 5/16-18 19111116 Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga.
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REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER FN620K BELT GUARD AND PULLEY ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 23230506 Screw, Set 5/16-18 x 3/8 130812 Sheave, Engine 74610812 Bolt, Hex 1/2-20 x 3/4 17490440 Bolt Thd Roller 1/4-20 X 2-1/2 174898 Shield Inner Guard Belt 170488 Screw Hex Wsh Slt #10-24 x .50...
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REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER FN620K WHEEL AND DEPTH STAKE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 9194R Pin, Clevis 74760520 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 74760512 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 3/4 73220500 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 10040500 Washer, Lock 5/16 4921H Clip, Hairpin 318J Support, Depth Stake, R.H.
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REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER FN620K TINE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 165774 Tine, Outer, R.H. 4921H Retainer, Spring 165772 Tine, Inner, R.H. PART DESCRIPTION 165771 Tine, Inner, L.H. 165773 Tine, Outer, L.H. 9194R Pin, Clevis...
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REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER FN620K TRANSMISSION PART DESCRIPTION 74760524 Bolt, Hex 5/16-18 x 1-1/2 Gr. 2 74780652 Bolt, Hex, Fin 3/8-16 x 3-1/4 19131311 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 73800600 Locknut, Hex, w/washer 3/8-16 9056R505 Shield, Tine 165835 Bracket, Engine, R.H.
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REPAIR PARTS TILLER - - MODEL NUMBER FN620K DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 132629 Decal, Logo 163989 Decal, Logo 127185X Decal, Description 110613X Decal, Tine Control 110614X Decal, Hand Placement 120076X Decal, Warning, Rotating Tines 171803 Decal, Briggs & Stratton 171806 Decal, 3.5 HP...
Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless such return is requested by Electrolux Home Products. 3. The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase.