Ryobi 454 User Manual

Rear Tine TillerModel 454Operator’s ManualIMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLYMTD LLC P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019Wa

10SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: Never attempt to make anyadjustments while the engine is running,except where specified in operator’smanual.

11Wheel ShaftsRemove wheel assemblies and lubricate the axle shafts at least once a season.Cleaning Tine AreaClean the underside of the tine shield af

12SECTION 7: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDENOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer.Trouble Possibl

13NOTES

14SECTION 8: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 454 521329551653551646312812451717443663331527536434204021134181042237223684732375025109243651344526413655162919494

15Model 454Ref. No.Part No. Part Description1. 611-0020 Wheel Shaft Ass’y 33T2. 611-0021 Tine Shaft Ass’y: 18T3. 611-0128 Jack Shaft Ass’y4. 611-0129

16Model 454201882310160613762253427643039632632363331296626413030242835402649659516553555654575844464249111663147195172606112151238212267707068692750

17Model 454Ref. No.Part No. Part Description1. 747-1152 Shift Rod2. 649-0041 Upper Handle Ass’y 3. 649-0034 Lower Handle Ass’y4. 710-3005 Hex Screw 3/

18Model 45418172419274544122696182514282021142223165217131534043424139321031302936343738351033

19Model 454Ref. No.Part No. Part Description1. 686-0111 Belt Cover Bracket Ass’y2. 710-0237 Hex Bolt 5/16-24 x.62”3. 710-0412 Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x.75”4.

2TABLE OF CONTENTSFINDING MODEL NUMBERThis Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new tiller. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the

3SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESWARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger th

47. Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on hard or slippery surfaces.8. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.9. Look down and

5SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR TILLERNOTE: References to right or left side of the tiller aredetermined from behind the unit in the operatingposition.To

6• Push the cable through the hole in the center of the handle and snap in the plastic fitting. See Figure 3.Figure 3• Remove slot head screw, nut, an

7NOTE: A secondary cable adjustment is available ifyou reach the point that additional adjustment isneeded. Remove the belt cover and move the hex nut

8• To shift into forward wheels and tine drive, push forward slightly on the gear selection handle and slowly engage the clutch control allowing the g

9To Stop Engine• Move throttle control to STOP or OFF position.• Disconnect spark plug wire and ground to prevent accidentally starting while equipmen