Poulan DRT65 manual Table of Contents

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasolina Capacity:

3 Quarts (2.8L)

 

Unleaded Regular

 

 

Oil (API-SG-SL):

SAE 30 (Above 40°F/4°C)

(Capacity: 20 oz./0.6L)

SAE 5W-30 (Below 40°F/4°C)

 

 

Spark Plug :

Champion

(Gap: .030"/0.76mm)

RC12YC

 

 

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tiller. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tiller.

Follow instructions under “Maintenance” and “Storage” sections of this Owner’s Manual.

WARNING: This unit is equipped with an internal com- bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California, a spark arrester is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. See your authorized service center/ DEPARTMENT for spark arrester.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES

2

MAINTENANCE

12-14

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

3

SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS

15-18

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

3

STORAGE

19

ASSEMBLY

4-6

TROUBLESHOOTING

20

OPERATION

7-11

WARRANTY

21

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

12

 

 

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Contents Always Wear EYE Protection During Operation DRT65Preparation Safety RulesMaintenance and Storage TrainingTable of Contents Assembly Tools Required for AssemblyOPERATOR’S Position See Fig Unpacking Carton See Fig Install Handle See Figs , 4,Check Tire Pressure Attach Clutch Cable See FigConnect Shift ROD See Fig Remove Tiller from CrateMeets Ansi Safety Requirements OperationKnow Your Tiller Reverse Wheels ONLY/TINES Stopped HOW to USE Your TillerTine Operation with Wheel Drive Forward Wheels ONLY/TINES StoppedBefore Starting Engine TurningCultivating To TransportADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigTilling Hints See Fig Adjust Wheels for Cultivating See Figs General Recommendations MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Lubrication ChartAIR Filter See Fig EngineSpark Plug CleaningCooling System See Fig MufflerService and Adjustments TillerTire Care To Replace Ground Drive Belt See Figs Ground Drive Belt Adjustment See FigTine Replacement See Figs , 28 To Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Throttle Control Cable See FigEngine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemTroubleshooting Points Limited Warranty Parts and Service