Southland S-RTT-196MD-E User Manual

Look inside for:
Page
Safety Definitions 1
Important Safety Information 2-4
Product Specifications 5
Parts & Features 5
Safety Decals 6-7
Assembly 7-9
Engine Preparation 10
Operation 11-15
Maintenance 16-19
Technical Service 19
Troubleshooting 20
Warranty 21-24
Español 26-50
11/09/2009 Printed in China A200432
Operator’s Manual
Rear Tine
Rotary Tiller
IMPORTANT:
Thank you for purchasing this Southland™ Tiller.
This manual provides complete instructions for safely operating and maintaining your Tiller. Read and save these
instructions. Refer to this manual each time before using your Tiller.
Record the following for future reference:
Mfg. Date Code: ______________________
Date of Purchase: Attach a copy of your sales receipt.
Consumer Toll Free Number: 1-800-737-2112
Refer to the website for electronic manual and parts book.
www.gardnerinc.com
KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
MODEL No. S-RTT-196MD-[E]
S-RTT-196MD
If you have a question or problem...
CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112
This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING

Southland S-RTT-196MD-E Specifications

General

Brand	Southland
Model	S-RTT-196MD-E
Category	Lawn and Garden Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Safety Definitions and Symbols

Safety Alert Symbols

Safety Warning Symbols

Control and Operating Symbols

Operator Responsibility and Preparation Safety

Preparation Safety

Details safety precautions to take before operating the tiller, like inspecting the area.

Operation Safety

Covers safety rules during operation, including user restrictions and environmental hazards.

Operation and Fuel Safety

Operation Safety (Continued)

Continues safety guidelines for operating the tiller, including clothing and environmental risks.

Fuel Safety

Provides critical warnings and guidelines for handling gasoline and refueling.

Storage, Repair, and Child Safety

Repair and Adjustment Safety

Safety precautions for servicing and repairing the tiller.

Children Safety

Emphasizes the dangers of children around the tiller and precautions to take.

Safety Decals

Assembly Instructions

Transport Mode and Engine Start-Up

Engine Preparation

Engine Oil Check and Fill

Detailed steps for checking and adding engine oil correctly.

Operation - Pre-Start and Start-Up

Pre-Start Inspection

Checklist of essential checks before starting the tiller engine.

Engine Start-Up Procedures

Instructions for starting the tiller engine in both cold and warm conditions.

Operation - Controls and Tilling

Shutting Down and Tilling

Steps for stopping the tiller and adjusting for tilling depth.

Operation - Drive Controls

Drive Safety Control Levers

Explanation of forward and reverse drive levers and their operation.

Operation - Adjustments

Wheel Lock Pins and Handlebar Height

Depth Regulator Lever Adjustment

Operation - Further Adjustments and Tips

Belt Tension Adjustment

Tilling and Cultivating Tips

Maintenance Schedule

Servicing the Tiller

Changing Forward/Reverse Belts

Limited Warranty