TMC-200 - Lawn mower Tanaka - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Mini-Cultivator Attachment
Brand	Tanaka
Model	TMC-200
Application	Soil tilling for gardens and lawns
Compatible Brush Cutter Models	TBC-2211/2501/2510/270PF/PN/300/3010/4500/4501/220/220SS/240/250/265/300AST-210/7000/7000S, SUM-321E/4001500, SUM-318, SUM-328, SUM-422, TBC-321/355/355SDH, SUM-368
Drive Shaft Type	Spline end
Tine Material	Steel
Number of Tines	2
Gear Case	Aluminum alloy
Weight (approx.)	3.5 kg
Required Grease Type	Lithium-based grease (e.g., Shell Aluvania R2, EP2, Mobilux EP2) or molybdenum-added equivalent
Grease Interval	Every 25 operating hours
Grease Quantity	40 g (during reassembly)
Safety Features	Safety cover, automatic shut-off when tines jam (by shutting engine)
Assembly Tools Required	Two 10 mm wrenches
Operating Throttle	Half open (standard)
Depth Control	Adjustable by forward speed and motion

Frequently Asked Questions - TMC-200 Tanaka

How do I assemble the TMC-200 mini-cultivator to my brush cutter?

First, remove the gear case assembly from your brush cutter by loosening the pipe tightening screws and pipe lock screw. Install the safety cover and collar onto the shaft pipe, then align the drive shaft with the squared hole in the gear case. Insert the unit fully, secure with lock screw and pipe tightening screws. Ensure the safety cover is at least 2 inches from the gear case. Use two 10 mm wrenches for assembly.

What brush cutter models are compatible with the TMC-200?

The TMC-200 is compatible with many Tanaka brush cutters including TBC-2211, 2501, 2510, 270PF/PN, 300, 3010, 4500, 4501, 220, 220SS, 240, 250, 265, 300AST-210, 7000, 7000S, and SUM series models like 321E, 4001500, 318, 328, 422, as well as TBC-321, 355, 355SDH, SUM-368. Check the application list in the manual for specific serial numbers.

How do I operate the tiller for deep or shallow tilling?

For shallow tilling, move the unit quickly over the soil surface. For deeper tilling, hold the unit over the same area with a gentle back-and-forth motion. The standard throttle position is half open; adjust based on engine size and depth. Do not let the tines rotate too fast to avoid hopping.

What should I do if the tines jam on a rock or hard soil?

Immediately shut off the engine. Then remove the obstruction. Do not attempt to clear the tines while the engine is running. Also avoid working in rocky areas or areas with long grasses that may tangle.

How do I maintain the gear case?

After every 25 hours of use, supply proper lithium-based grease such as Shell Aluvania R2, EP2, or Mobilux EP2. When reassembling, use 40 grams of molybdenum-added lithium-based grease or Shell Retinax AM. Do not touch the gear case immediately after operation as it gets hot.

Can I use the mini-cultivator in wet or weedy areas?

No, do not use the unit in water, rooted areas, or vine areas. The tines can become jammed or tangled. Also avoid rocky terrain.

Why do the tines seem locked manually after installation?

The worm gear mechanism prevents the tines from turning by hand. This is normal and ensures proper transmission of power from the brush cutter. The tines will rotate when the engine is running.

What type of drive shaft does the TMC-200 use?

The TMC-200 uses a spline end drive shaft that fits into a squared or splined hole in the gear case. Ensure proper alignment during installation; if it doesn't fit, turn the unit slightly right and left.

Are spare parts available for the TMC-200?

Yes, Tanaka provides a full parts list with part numbers. Key parts include lock pins, cutters, cutter holders, protection cover, oil seals, ball bearings, drive shaft, worm shaft, gear case components, and safety cover. Refer to the manual for the complete list.

What is the correct way to store the mini-cultivator?

After use, clean the tines and gear case. Store in a dry place. Periodically check and apply grease as recommended. When not attached to the brush cutter, keep safety cover in place.

USER MANUAL TMC-200 Tanaka

TMC-200

This mini-cultivator has been developed as an attachment for Tanaka brush cutters. With the application of this unit your brush cutter can be converted into compact and handy tilling machine. Installation is simple. Please read this manual for installation and starting job.

I. ASSEMBLING PROCEDURES

NOTE: Prepare two 10mm wrenches for assembling.

1. First, remove gear case assembly from your brush cutter by removing pipe tightening screws (1) and pipe lock screw (2), then remove safety cover of brush cutter. (Fig. 1)

2. Install safety cover (3) and the collar (4) of Mini-cultivator by inserting onto shaft pipe (5) and fix it temporarily keeping the model name on the cover upright.(Fig.2)

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

1. Install Mini-cultivator unit onto the pipe end where gear case has been removed from by aligning drive shaft (6) and squared or splined hole in gear case. If drive shift does not fit into the hole, try to turn the whole unit slightly right and left. (Fig. 4)

2. Once the unit is completely inserted, meet the locking hole of pipe and that of gear case, tighten the lock screw (7) in the hole and pipe tightening screws (8) in order. (Fig. 4)

NOTE: After installation, you can not turn tines by hand due to its worm gear mechanism.

1. Finally secure the safety cover a minimum of 2 in. from the gear case.

NOTE: If your unit is model TBC-265 which has larger sized shaft pipe, remove the bracket collar (9) and gear case collar B (10) and install. (Fig. 3)

II. OPERATING PROCEDURES

Fig. 6

1. As to general safety operation and power head operation such as engine starting/shut off, etc, please refer to the owners manual provided with your Tanaka brush cutter.

2. How to till:

a. For standard tilling. Walk forward as pulling and pushing the unit little by little like using a vacuum cleaner. (Fig. 5) When you want to erase your foot-prints, pull the unit backwards. (Fig. 6)

Fig. 5

b. For shallow tilling, move the unit quickly over soil surface. (Fig. 7) For deeper tilling, hold the unit over the same area with the gentle back and forth motion. (Fig. 8)

Fig. 7

Fig. 8

NOTE:

a. Working throttle position depends on your size of engine and tilling depth but half way open is standard. If tines rotate too fast, the unit is likely to hop.

b. Do not work in rocky area. If the tines jammed with rock or hard soil, or tangled around with long grasses, shut off engine first, then remove the obstruction. (Fig. 9)

Fig. 9

Fig. 10

Fig. 11

Fig. 12

c. Do not use the unit in water or rooted, vine area. (Fig. 10 & 11)

d. The tines are pre-assembled at factory, when reassembling them, be aware of their direction.

e. Do not touch the gear case with bare hand right after operation. It gets hot.

f. Supply proper amount of lithium-based grease, such as Shell Aluvania grease R2, Shell Aluvania EP grease 2, Mobile-Mobilux EP2 or equivalent after every 25 hours of use. (Fig. 12)

g. When reassembling, be sure to use 40grams of molybdenum added lithium-based grease or Shell Retinax AM or equivalent.

MAJOR PARTS

Illustration of brush cutter side may change according to you unit.

APPLICATIONS:

MODEL TANAKA BRUSH CUTTER
TMC-200(For spline end drive shaft)	TBC-2211/2501/2510/270PF/PN/300/3010/4500/4501/220/220SS/240/250/265/300AST-210/7000/7000S, SUM-321E/4001500(QUM-221, after serial # G182721)(SUM-318, after serial # M211775/SUM-328, after serial # J085451)(SUM-422, after serial # N089844)(TBC-321/355/355SDH, SUM-368, after serial N168643)

Ref.Number	Parts Number	Description Qty
001	400-39907-20	LOCK PIN	2
002 ASP-100 SNAP PIN 8 2
003 990-21060-121 BOLT 6X 12			6
004	992-10060-012	S.WASHER 6	6
005	820-39907-20	CUTTER	2
006	310-39907-20	CUTTER HOLDER
007	307-39907-20	PROTECTION COVER
008 999-66152-863 OIL SEAL 15286			2
009 993-51028-002 STOP RING 0-28, INNER			3
010 999-61690-200 BALL BEARING 6902,28MM/OD			2
012	304-39907-20	DRIVE SHAFT
013	120-32201-20	WOOD-RUFF KEY 5X22X7XI4
014	322-39907-20	GEAR CASE CAP	1
015 999-61600-101 BALL BEARING 60OIZZ, 28MM/0 1
016	002-33130-20	WORM SHAFT
017 999-62122-669 THRUST WASHER 1226			1
018 999-62122-668 THRUST NEEDLE BRG 2X4.5			1
019	321-39907-20	STEP WASHER
020	999-61690-101	BALL BEARING 6901ZZ, 24MM/OD	1
021	990-21060-121	BOLT 6XI2	1
022	727-01040-20	DRAIN GASKET
023	300-39909-20	GEAR CASE

Ref.Number	Parts Number	Description Qty
024	990-21060-121	BOLT 6XI2	1
025	992-10060-012	S.WASHER 6
026	990-21060-251	BOLT 6X25
027	249-063OG-20	SPACER	1
028	301-39909-20	GEAR WHEEL	1
2 029	318-39907-20	GEAR CASE GASKET	1
030	323-39907-20	GEAR CASE COVER	1
031	992-10050-012	S.WASHER 5
032	990-11050-101	SCREW 5XIO
033 990-21060-181 BOLT 6X 18			2
1 034	442-33671-20	COVER BRACKET, 26 DIA. 1
1 035	445-39907-20	SAFETY COVER HOLDER	1
036 992-00060-011 SMALL WASHER 6			2
037	992-10060-012	S.WASHER 6
1 038	991-01060-011	NUT 6
039	441-39907-20	SAFETY COVER	1
040	992-01050-011	WASHER5	4
1 041	992-10050-012	S.WASHER 5
042	990-11050-141	SCREW 5XI4	4
043	906-39909-20	NAME PLATE, TMC200	1
2 044	348-33130-20	COLLAR B	1
1 045	294-39909-20	COLLAR	1