2-Cycle Tiller

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Over time, some of the ingredients in the fuel may evaporate, leaving behind a thicker, stickier substance. This sticky fuel can clog up the carburetor and cause the engine to stall. If the carburetor is clogged, try cleaning it with carburetor cleaner.
For a simple, straightforward way to repair a cord, fit it with a new plug. If you can`t find a new plug and wish to preserve the cord`s length, you could apply metal solder with a soldering iron for a stronger fix. Then, plug in your repaired cord to see that it works as well as a new one again.
If the cord itself is frayed or has exposed wiring, you`ll need to replace the entire electrical cord. Replacing only the plug could leave you open to electrical shock.
The Mantis tiller easily converts to a lawn and turf care machine with the help of additional attachments. Not only can it aerate, there are attachments for dethatching, edging, and crevice cleaning.
Pull Cord Breaks at the Switch

If you`ve snapped the cord from the switch so that there`s no longer even a small piece of the cord attached to it, the cord cannot be repaired. You must remove it and install a new one. Contact a qualified electrician to replace the cord for you if you`re uncertain how it`s done.

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I have a two cylinder Mantis tiller. It has locked up and the cord is locked. I am unable to pull the cord. Any suggestions? I was in the process of using the tiller when it felt as if it were running out of gas. It stopped on its own, and then it was locked up and I was unable to pull the cord.
ANSWER : Check the oil, if not full fill it, take the shroud off, should be for bolts, fit a socket on it with a breaker bar or ratchet and turn it a few times, then reassemble and start. Hope this helped Tim

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Mantis tiller idle screw adjustment – Mantis 2-Cycle Tiller
ANSWER : Start out with 1.5 turns on High speed jdet and 1/2 turn on the low speed. Make sure plug is not wet, better yet install a new one. Clean, fresh fuel and give it a pull.

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Mantis tiller 2 cycle will not accelerate. idles fine accelerate it stalls. Already replaced fuel filter, cleaned air filter, replaced gas, replaced spark plug. Only has about 20 hours on it.
ANSWER : I would pull the tines off of the transmission. You probably have some debris wrapped around the transmission drive shaft(s).
Please let me know.

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How to replace pull cord on murry 1.6hp mini tiller
ANSWER : Sorry I have never worked on this unit.

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Will not get to working speed – Mantis 2-Cycle Tiller
ANSWER : If your Mantis has a ZAMA carb and the above does not work, replace the whole carb. Don’t bother with a carb rebuild kit.

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Mantis starts fine then when it warms up it stalls when you pull the throttle. Is it the carb clogged up, or do you have any sugestions?? I have replaced the gas and oil??
ANSWER : Hello. the carb is partially clogged. do this. get a bottle of carb cleaner to add to the fuel. follow the instructions on the bottle regarding the amount.

also get an aerosol can of starting fluid and a helper. start it up and have the helper spray starter fluid into the air intake as you pull the throttle. continue until the clog is cleared. joe

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My Mantis Tiller won’t start and there is grinding type noise when I try and start it. I recently did some very lengthy trench digging over a period of about 2 months.
ANSWER : It sounds like the clutch springs may be overheated and the clutch shoes rub while you try to start it.If you loosten the screw that holds the engine to the gear box you can try to start it without the clutch and see if that is it.Good luck

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My mantis tiller starts but there is no input to the tines, what could be the problem?
ANSWER : Here is the parts breakdown. You should be able to fix it yourself.

http://www.alamia.us/Mantis_Tiller_Parts_s/149.htm

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My name is June Strandberg, and I am a florist and gardener in San Francisco. I have been working in the industry for five years, and I love helping people find the perfect floral arrangement for their special occasions. I am also skilled in troubleshooting and fixing gardening tools, so if you are ever having trouble with your tools, please don't hesitate to reach out to me.