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Mantis (9") 21.2cc Gas 2-Cycle Cultivator/Mini-Tiller

Name: Mantis (9") 21.2cc Gas 2-Cycle Cultivator/Mini-Tiller
Brand: Mantis
SKU: 6746
Rating: 3.58 (40 reviews)

Model:

7225-00-02

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Mantis (9") 21cc 2-Cycle Tiller/Cultivator

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Mantis (9") 21.2cc Gas 2-Cycle Cultivator/Mini-Tiller

Model: 7225-00-02

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Specifications

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Reliable Easy-To-Start 21.2cc Commercial Grade 2-Cycle Engine
Push button priming for quick, easy starts, time after time
Powerful enough to till through sod and compacted soil
Throttle-Activated Centrifugal Clutch
The tines engage only when you squeeze the throttle
You won't have to worry about a "runaway" tiller
Patented Reversible "Serpentine" Tines
Dig deep even into the hardest soil
Guaranteed for a lifetime against breakage
High-Speed Operation
Tines spin at up to 240 RPM
Cultivate or weed a 30' x 40' garden in as little as 20 minutes!
9-Inch Tilling Width
Easily gets into tight places where no big tiller can go
Up To 10-Inch Tilling Depth
You'll have better soil - the foundation of better gardening
Handy Carrying Handle
Makes carrying the tiller easy with handles folded or unfolded
Handles fold down for easy transport and storage

Specifications

7225-00-02

Engine

Engine Brand

Mantis

Starting System

Recoil Start

Engine Cycle

2-Cycle

21.2 CCs

Fuel Tank Size

0.15 Gallons

Engine Cylinders

1 Cylinder

Oil Filter

Fuel Mix

50:1

Tines

Tine Position

Front

Tine Direction

Forward Rotation

Tine Diameter

8 Inches

Depth Adjustments

3 Positions

Tine RPM

240

Tilling Width Min

9 Inches

Tilling Width Max

9 Inches

Tilling Depth Min

3 Inches

Tilling Depth Max

10 Inches

Overview

Weight

20 Pounds

Made in USA

Yes

Consumer Warranty

5 Years

Commercial Warranty

1 Year

UPC

615964027613

Drive

Forward Speeds

1 Forward

Transmission

Gear

Accessories

Side Shield

Reviews

(40)

Mantis 7225-00-02 Reviews & Ratings

Had problems with Mantis 2-cycle 9" tiller

By Don H.

Lexington, Virginia

Review Posted 09/29/2015

I bought a Deluxe 2-cycle tiller April 2014 and had mostly nothing but problems keeping it running. I used recommended fuel/oil, kept air filter clean. After a few hours of use the engine would either fail to start or if it did, quit soon. The engine was replaced and same result. Was not able to return it for a 4-cycle since it was after the 90 day period. VERY UNHAPPY!

Don H. Does Not Recommend This

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Manufacturer Response

I am very sorry to hear of the problems you have had with your tiller. Could you please be more specific on recommended fuel/ oil? We have had a lot of problems with fuel and the quantity of ethanol which is especially hard on 2 cycle engines. I am speaking from experience my 140hp 4 cylinder outboard engine was a victim. If you can buy non-ethanol gas, if that is not available from a local gas station try checking with a local power equipment dealer and see if they sell fuel in a can (I know PED has it), worst case buy only premium gas and use it within 30 days, using the proper oil mixture.

Rating Breakdown

Features

4/5

Quality

1/5

Performance

1/5

Value

1/5

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Raised Bed Magic

By William L.

tofte, Minnesota

Purchased 05/19/2015 |

Review Posted 07/01/2015

I was growing weary of hand tilling and turning a clay-based soil. My weariness has been resolved by my new Mantis. Light and powerful. I start it and turn the dirt, then pat myself on the back for making my purchase decision! Awesome!!!

William L. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

4/5

Performance

5/5

Value

5/5

Verified Buyer

Not worth the hassel

By Dawn F.

Waynesville, Illinois

Purchased 05/12/2015 |

Review Posted 06/23/2015

Purchased the Mantis tiller/cultivator to help in our garden. Assembled it and used it once, it has never started again. Purchased a 2 year warranty, but nearest service center is in Indiana! Not pleased as it will cost for shipping, to have it looked at.

Dawn F. Does Not Recommend This

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Expert Response

I apologize for the trouble you're having starting the tiller. I just left you a voicemail and I will call you tomorrow to get this resolved. You may contact me at 630-685-0029. Bob Crewe

Dale V.

Power Equipment Expert

Rating Breakdown

Features

1/5

Quality

1/5

Performance

1/5

Value

1/5

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Pro Gardener

By Linda L.

Atlanta, Georgia

Purchased 05/04/2015 |

Review Posted 06/21/2015

This is my second Mantis mini-tiller and I'd have to say, they don't make them like they used to. My first one purchased 12 years ago was a dream. I didn't start having trouble with it until about 2 years ago. I'm already having trouble getting the new one started. Well, actually it starts ok, it just stalls out after a few seconds. I've learned to try to start it before the flower bed is ready to be tilled, then the second attempt 20-30 minutes later is usually successful. That was the trouble I was having with my old machine, prompting me to buy the new one. Go figure!

Linda L. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

3/5

Quality

3/5

Performance

4/5

Value

3/5

Pros:

Light Weight, High Quality, Easy To Store

Cons:

Unreliable, Expensive, Once I'm Past The Hassle Of Getting It Started It's Fine

Verified Buyer

Great little machine

By Jim H.

Belle Fourche, South Dakota

Purchased 05/21/2015 |

Review Posted 06/12/2015

Using it for weeding, does a great job, seems to have plenty of power.

Jim H. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

5/5

Value

4/5

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I'm happy with my Mantis.

By Victor M.

Woodbridge, Virginia

Purchased 05/20/2015 |

Review Posted 06/12/2015

The Mantis performs even better than I anticipated. Used as a cultivator, it destroys weeds and keeps them down for an extended period of time due to the depth it turns up the weeds. An excellent device!

If I can ever figure out the proper idle setting, it would even be better. As is, it runs much too fast and can cause a lack of control at the high speeds when cultivating. I'm still experimenting with the idle settings. Other than that it's a great little machine. I'm happy I have it. I threw my hoe away.

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Rating Breakdown

Features

5/5

Quality

5/5

Performance

4/5

Value

5/5

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Hard To Start

By Old Biddy

Nebraska

Purchased 04/14/2015 |

Review Posted 06/03/2015

I have no idea why engineers are unable to design an easy start small tiller or why Mantis does not design this stiller to be electric start capable with a hand drill. Not only that but once it is started it dies easily. I am 80 years old and I still like to garden. The big, heavy tillers are too much for me to handle and the small ones are a b***h to start and keep running. My big, well-muscled son even has a hard time getting this tiller started and it takes multiple pulls on the pull starter even for him. :-( I wish I knew of a good, light weight tiller that was easy to use and easy to start.

Old Biddy Does Not Recommend This

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Expert Response

We are sorry to hear about your poor experience with the starting on your Mantis tiller. Like all 2-cycle engines, they can sometimes be difficult to start from time to time. With 2-cycle engines being so temperamental when it comes to easy starting, if you are already not doing so, I would suggest looking into a pre-mixed fuel, as the carburetors on these engines really seem to hate any ethanol at all in the gasoline and this can lead to hard starts and no starting at all. If this does not assist a little, I would suggest giving Mantis a call and see if they would be able to offer some assistance.

Dale V.

Power Equipment Expert

Rating Breakdown

Features

1/5

Quality

1/5

Performance

1/5

Value

1/5

Most expensive tiller in History

By Clarence P.

Dallas, North Carolina

Review Posted 05/10/2015

I have spent a fortune on my mantis 2 cycle tiller. Today I pulled it out again (still has the repair tag on it from last week) and it will not start again.

I have spent $160 in repair charges on this piece of junk in the last 3 months for 1 hours run time. Anyone who is stupid enough to fall for this piece of junk deserves what they get.

Clarence P. Does Not Recommend This

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Manufacturer Response

Can you be more specific as to what repairs were required? Were they fuel related?

Rating Breakdown

Features

1/5

Quality

1/5

Performance

1/5

Value

1/5

Verified Buyer

As good as you're going to get in a small tiller.......

By Mitsy R.

danbury, Nebraska

Purchased 04/14/2015 |

Review Posted 05/05/2015

......but I still wish it were easier to use. I'm 80 now, so my review won't mean a thing to anyone under 60 since I don't have the strength I had at 60 and earlier. which makes all the difference when using a small tiller. My local small engine repairman recommends Mantis as he says they hold up better than other brands.

I just wish Mantis would make a model that has electric start capability as I don't have the pulling power to get it started. (My son starts it for me.) The Craftsman I just threw away (It lasted 2 years and died) I could start with an electric drill which was the only good thing about it but it was a pain in the butt to use. Didn't like it. Mantis does the job best for light weight tillers but all small equipment like this is a PITA in the long run.

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Rating Breakdown

Features

4/5

Quality

4/5

Performance

4/5

Value

4/5

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Mantis Mini

By Angeline L.

Fayetteville, Georgia

Purchased 03/18/2015 |

Review Posted 04/13/2015

Tiller was shipped promptly. Easy to assemble, began using it immediately. So far, so good.

Angeline L. Recommends This

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Rating Breakdown

Features

4/5

Quality

4/5

Performance

4/5

Value

4/5

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