Simplicity 1693847 manual Engine Maintenance

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Maintenance and Storage

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Refer to the engine manual included in your parts packet for information on engine maintenance.Your engine manual provides detailed information and a maintenance schedule for performing the following tasks:

1.Check oil level before each use or after every 8 hours of operation.

2.Change oil after first 5-8 hours of operation. Change oil while engine is warm. Refill with new oil of recommended grade.

4.Check spark plug yearly or every 100 hours of operation.

5.Service air cleaner.

6.Keep engine and parts clean.

7.Check engine and equipment often for loose nuts and bolts, keep these items tightened.

CAUTION

Do not operate tiller before reading the engine manual provided in the parts packet.

CAUTION

Temperature of muffler and near by areas may exceed 150° F. Avoid these areas.

Engine can overheat and become damaged if debris blocks the cooling system or rotating screen.

Never run engine without complete air cleaner installed on engine.

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Contents How to use this file...Operators Manuals This page Intentionally Blank OPERATOR’S Manual Page Table Of Contents Operation Safety Section ChecklistImportant Safety Instructions Owners ResponsibilityOperation Safety Signs & Decals Safety DecalsModel 6516RTB Drive Safety Control Levers ControlsReverse Handle Engine Controls Throttle ControlAdjustments Wheel Lockouts 6516RTBWheel Lockouts 5516RTB Handlebar Height Adjustment Adjust handlebar heightDepth Regulator Lever Belt Tension Adjustment To increase belt tensionOperation PRE-START InspectionStarting and Stopping the Engine Tilling Tips Tilling TipsCultivating Tips Maintenance and Storage Check Forward Belt TensionCheck Reverse Belt Tension Change FORWARD/REVERSE Belt Check or Fill Engine Crankcase Clean Tine Axle Shaft Check Tiller Transmission GreaseCheck Tire Pressure LubricationEngine Maintenance Tiller and Engine Maintenance Schedule Prepare for StorageTroubleshooting and Repair Troubleshooting GuideProblem REMEDY/ACTION Troubleshooting and Repair Specifications FeaturesTechnical Manual Availability