Increase the
Depth of Cut
Knob
Increase the
Depth of Cut
Shield
Knob
QC-T (Multi-Cutter with Cultivator
Attachment)
CAUTION
• Read the Safety instructions on page
US-7 concerning proper use of the
Cultivator.
Before using the Cultivator, check the following:
[M27QC, M30QC]
1.
The Cultivator should be on the operator's right side.
[M42BK-QC]
1.
The operator must be set the Knapsack belt, and
the shaft assembly must be on the operator's right
side.
2.
The operator's right hand should be holding the
shaft grip, with his or her fingers on the throttle
trigger. The right arm should be slightly bent.
Blade Guard
Decrease the
Depth of Cut
Wheel
[QC-E]
Decrease the
Depth of Cut
Wheel
[QC-ES]
3.
The left hand should be holding the loop handle
with the fingers and thumb fully enclosed around
the grip. The left arm should be extended.
Reposition the loop handle up or down the drive-
shaft if necessary for a comfortable position.
4.
Do not operate the Cultivator in hard un-tilled soil
or in rocky areas.
5.
Do not operate the Cultivator in areas with vines
or tree roots.
6.
Do not operate the Cultivator in water.
7.
Always release the throttle trigger and allow the
engine to return to idle speed when not cultivat-
ing.
8.
Stop the engine when moving between work sites
• Always wear gloves and protective
c l o t h i n g w h e n o p e r a t i n g t h e
Cultivator.
● The Cultivator should be operated only while travel-
ing forward. Working the Cultivator with a back-and-
forth motion while traveling produces the best results.
A fast or slow engine speed can be used according to
soil conditions.
Cultivator Motion
● If the cultivator tines become jammed, stop the
engine immediately. Make certain all moving parts
have stopped, and disconnect the spark plug before
attempting to remove any obstruction.
● The cultivator gearcase becomes very hot during
operation. Do not touch the gearcase.
● Make certain all moving parts have stopped and dis-
connect the spark plug before inspecting the equip-
ment for damage.
● Never use Cultivator that has cracked or broken tines.
— US-15 —
CAUTION
Direction of Travel