Changing The Tines - Mantis 3550 Manuel De L'utilisateur

REPAIR
This tiller/cultivator does not contain any parts that can be
repaired by the consumer. For assistance contact the Mantis
customer service center at 1-800-366-6268.
Always use only original Mantis replacement parts. The use of any unauthorized replacement parts,
attachments or accessories can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage.
MAINTENANCE
Before and after each use, check the tiller/cultivator for wear and damage. If required, exchange worn or damaged parts for
new ones as described in this instruction manual. Observe the technical requirements.
1. Follow the maintenance and repair instructions for this tiller/cultivator. Never carry out any modifications of this product.
Information about maintenance and repair is provided in this user manual.
2. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to ensure the tiller/cultivator is in safe working condition.
3. Make sure that air vents are not covered with debris
4. Replace worn or damaged parts for safe operation.
5. Be sure that tines are clear and can rotate freely – Accumulation of debris around the tines could impair performance or
damage the motor. Inspect and clean the area around the tines before every use.

CHANGING THE TINES

NOTE: The tiller/cultivator is fitted with four tilling tines that can
easily be changed in pairs. Always change both tine pairs at the
same time to avoid imbalance and damage to the machine.
To replace the tines, follow the steps below:
1. While standing on a flat and stable surface, switch off the
unit, wait for moving parts to stop and remove the plug from
the extension cord.
2. Remove the 2 bolts and 2 nuts, then remove the steel tines
(Figure 5).
Figure 5
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Electric Tiller/Cultivator Maintenance
SPARE PARTS/REPLACEMENT PARTS
The following parts of this product may be replaced by the
consumer. Spare parts are available through Mantis customer
service.
Description
Tine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8440-990101-01
Lock Nut M8 x 8mm high . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8NH-08D
Hex Head Bolt M8 x 40mm long, 8.8 Grade. . . . . 8SFDD08-40D
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3. Clean the drive shaft
4. Place the new tines onto the drive shaft so that the holes on
the tine hub line up with the holes on the drive shaft.
5. Insert the 2 bolts through the holes and secure them with the
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2 nuts (Figure 6).
Figure 6
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IMPORTANT: The tines must be set in the correct turning
direction. Note the way the old tines came off and replace the
new ones exactly the same way.
Model Number
13