Tiller speed

[mobilnissan1991]

80 year old friend of the family just picked up a 2008 year model rear tine Snapper tiller, with a 206cc Briggs Intek. Runs great, but whether the engine is half speed or full speed and you engage the transmission, it takes off like a rocket, much to fast for an 80 year old to handle and even for my 29 year old self. Moves so fast it pulled out of his hands and went sideways. Is there any way to slow it down or make and adjustment to put it at a walking pace?

 

[BrianF]

Is forward or counter rotating? Should be some drag pin to drop.

 

[mk378]

There will be a clutch or other means to disengage the wheels from the gearbox so the machine can roll around freely. This needs to be engaged during use. The wheels help hold it back to a controlled speed while tilling. Otherwise the tines will tend to push it forward out of control.

 

[Eddie]

There should be a DogLeg at the back that pushes down in the dirt to help control forward speed. Make sure it is used or has it been removed by someone. Ed