Troy-Bilt 340 Benutzerhandbuch

The bolo tines will wear with use and should be inspected 

at the beginning of each tilling season and after every 30 

operating hours. The tines can be replaced either individually 

or as a complete set. See the Replacement Parts Section for tine 

identification and part numbers.
With use, the tines will become shorter, narrower and pointed. 

Badly worn tines will result in a loss of tilling depth, and reduced 

effectiveness when chopping up and turning under organic matter. 
Refer to Fig. 6-2 for the following tine procedures.

Removing/Installing a Single Tine
1. 

With the engine shut off and the spark plug wire 

disconnected, remove the two hex screws (3⁄8-16 x 1.00) 

and hex lock nuts (3⁄8-16) that attach a single tine to a tine 

holder. If needed, use penetrating oil on the nuts.

2. 

When installing a single tine, be sure to position it so that 

its cutting edge (sharp) will enter the soil first as the tiller 

moves forward.

Removing/Installing a Tine Assembly:
1. 

A tine assembly consists of eight tines mounted on a tine 

holder.

2. 

If removing both tine assemblies, mark them “left” and 

“right” before removal. Remove the hex screw (3⁄8-16 x 1.75) 

and flange lock nut (3⁄8-16 ) that secure the tine assembly to 

the tine shaft. If necessary, use a rubber mallet to tap the tine 

assembly outward off the shaft. 

3. 

Before reinstalling the tine assembly, inspect the tine 

shaft for rust, rough spots or burrs. Lightly file or sand, as 

needed. Apply a thin coat of grease to the shaft. 

4. 

Install each tine assembly so that the cutting (sharp) edge 

of the tines will enter the soil first when the tiller moves 

forward. Secure the tine assembly to the tine shaft using 

the screw and locknut. 

If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30 days, the 

following steps should be taken to prepare the tiller for storage.
1. 

Clean the exterior of the engine and the entire tiller 

thoroughly. Lubricate the tiller as described in the 

lubrication instructions. 

2. 

The use of pressure washers is not recommended for 

cleaning your tiller. They may cause damage to electric 

components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The 

use of pressure washers will result in shortened life and 

reduce serviceability. 

3. 

Refer to the engine manual for correct engine storage 

instructions. 

4. 

Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.

5. 

Store tiller in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to 

corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in 

an unventilated area or metal storage shed, care should 

be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or 

silicone, coat the equipment and especially any springs, 

bearings, and cables.