MTD 428C manual Off-Season Storage

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NOTE: Upon reassembly, make certain the belt is routed over the idler pulley and inside of belt keepers by engine pulley. See Figure 10.

Engine

 

Pulley

Belt Keeper

 

Hex Bolt

 

Idler Pulley

Figure 10

Off-Season Storage

If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30 days, the following steps should be taken to prepare the tiller for storage.

Clean the exterior of engine and the entire tiller thoroughly. Lubricate the tiller as described in the lubrication instructions.

We do not recommend the use of pressure washers to clean your unit. They may cause damage to electric components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of pressure washers will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.

Refer to the engine manual for correct engine storage instructions.

Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.

Store tiller in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.

NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment and especially any springs, bearings, and cables.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Table of Contents Customer SupportPreparation Important Safe Operation PracticesTraining OperationMaintenance & Storage Your ResponsibilityAssembling Your Tiller Before Assembly Attaching Depth StakeAttaching Handle Assembly To Remove Unit From CartonAttaching Gear Shift Rod Attaching Clutch CableViewed From Under Handle Final Clutch AdjustmentTire Pressure If the wheels do not spin with the unitClutch Handle Know Your TillerGear Selection Handle Throttle ControlDepth Stake Handle Adjustment CrankPrimer Button If Equipped Fuel Shut-Off Valve If EquippedBefore Starting Gas And Oil Fill-Up Setting The DepthOperating Your Tiller Starting EngineOperating the Tiller Engine Adjustment Handle AdjustmentBelt Tension Adjustment Maintaining Your Tiller Off-Season Storage Trouble Shooting Guide Trouble Possible Causes Corrective ActionParts List for Model Series Model Series Part DescriptionModel Series Model Series 16 17 Model Series Page Page MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for