Bolens 12226 owner manual Engine OIL Service, AIR Cleaner Service, Spark Plug Service

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Section 5: Maintenance 17

WARNING

Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, remove ignition key on electric start models, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.

2.Unscrew plastic gear oil fill plug from top of transmission.

3.Place a clean pan below the transmis- sion drain plug (see Figure 5-3) and then remove the drain plug. Oil will flow from the drain hole (it may flow slowly, espe- cially in cold temperatures).

Figure 5-3: Remove drain plug to drain transmission gear oil (also remove oil fill plug and oil level check plug).

4.Remove transmission gear oil level check plug located a few inches above left- side wheel shaft.

5.When oil stops flowing, tilt transmis- sion forward to drain oil from rear of transmission.

6.After draining oil, clean threads of drain plug, apply non-hardening, removable gasket sealant to threads, and securely reinstall drain plug.

7.Use a clean funnel to slowly add SAE

140or SAE 85W-140 weight gear oil (API rating of GL-4 only) to the transmission. The transmission holds approximately 3- 1/4 pints (52-54 ounces). Tilt the tiller slightly backwards to make sure the gear oil reaches the rear (tine) end of the trans- mission. Stop adding gear oil when it begins to flow from the oil level check hole on the side of transmission.

8.Securely reinstall oil level check plug.

9.Securely reinstall gear oil fill plug on top of transmission.

10.Reinstall wheel and remove prop.

ENGINE OIL SERVICE

Check motor oil level before starting engine each day and after each 5 hours of continuous operation. Running engine when oil level is low will quickly ruin engine.

It is recommended that you change motor oil after every 10 hours of operation and even sooner when operating in extremely dirty or dusty conditions.

A. To Check Motor Oil Level:

1.Move tiller to level area and stop engine.

2.Level engine by putting Depth Regula- tor Lever into second notch from top.

3.Clean area around oil dipstick or oil fill tube (whichever applies) to prevent dirt from falling into crankcase.

4.On engines with an oil fill tube, remove filler cap and add oil (if required) until it reaches top of tube. Reinstall filler cap.

5.On engines with a dipstick, remove, wipe clean, and reinstall finger-tight. Remove dipstick again and check reading. Add oil (if required) to FULL mark. Do not overfill. Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual for complete details.

B. To Change Motor Oil:

Change motor oil as instructed in separate Engine Owner’s Manual.

AIR CLEANER SERVICE

The engine air cleaner filters dirt and dust out of the air before the air enters the car- buretor. Operating the engine with a dirty, clogged air filter can cause poor perfor- mance and damage the engine. Never operate the engine without an air cleaner installed. Inspect and service the air cleaner more often if operating in very dusty or dirty conditions.

Service the air cleaner as instructed in the Engine Owner’s Manual.

SPARK PLUG SERVICE

Inspect and clean or replace the spark plug after every 100 operating hours or annually. Clean the plug and set the gap as described in Engine Owner’s Manual.

SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN SERVICE

If the engine muffler is equipped with a spark arrester screen, remove and clean it according to the time intervals and instructions in the separate Engine Owner’s Manual.

ENGINE CLEANING

The engine must be kept clean to assure smooth operation and to prevent damage from overheating. Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for specific repair and cleaning instructions. All inspections and services must be done with the engine shut off and cool to the touch.

CARBURETOR/GOVERNOR CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING

Operators shall not tamper with the engine governor settings; the governor controls the maximum safe operating speed to protect the engine and all moving parts from damage caused by overspeed. Authorized service shall be sought if a problem exists.

The carburetor was adjusted at the factory for best operating speed. Refer to the separate Engine Owner’s Manual for any adjustment information or see your autho- rized engine service dealer.

The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed and protects the engine and all moving parts from damage caused by overspeeding. Do not tamper with the engine governor settings. Seek an autho- rized service dealer if a problem exists.

THROTTLE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

If the engine does not respond to various throttle lever settings, refer to the separate Engine Owner’s Manual for service infor- mation or contact your local authorized engine service dealer.

WHEEL GEAR CABLE ADJUSTMENT

When the Wheel Gear Lever is in DISEN- GAGE, the wheels will roll freely (free- wheel). The wheels should not roll freely when the lever is in ENGAGE. If the

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Contents HP Pony PRO Table of Contents Preparation TrainingOperation Exercise caution to avoid slipping or fallingUse slower engine speeds Maintenance and StorageTo Avoid Serious Injury DecalsIntroduction Hardware BAG Parts ListInspect Unit Attach HandlebarsAttach Forward Clutch Control Cable Tighten the two jam nuts securely when tension is correctCable Adjuster Jam Nuts Attach Wheel Gear Lever Check AIR Pressure in TiresADD Motor OIL to Engine Wheel Gear Lever IntroductionForward Clutch Control Levers Depth Regulator LeverRetighten the two screws at the ends of the handlebar To Adjust the Handlebar HeightEngine Controls BREAK-IN Operation PRE-START ChecklistSTARTING/STOPPING Engine Starting the EngineOperating the Tiller Do not till when reversingStopping the Engine Stopping the Tiller and EngineYour freshly tilled or cultivated soil Tiller along while the tines doUnwanted weed seeds back into Till Freshly tilled ground Lengthwise and then crosswiseTerrace Gardening Read the following recommendations before tilling on slopesTilling Up and Down Slopes Vertical Tilling Loading and Unloading the Tiller Clearing the TinesMaintenance Schedule AIR Cleaner Service Engine OIL ServiceSpark Plug Service Engine Cleaning CARBURETOR/GOVERNOR Control AdjustmentsBolo Tines OFF Season StorageChecking and Adjusting Tension on Clutch Belts Checking and Adjusting Forward Clutch Belt TensionRemoving Forward Clutch Belt Installing Forward Clutch Belt19 Correct forward clutch cable position ROW Marker HILLER/FURROWERProblem Possible Cause Correction TroubleshootingDrawing no Part Description Parts List Drawing no1918343 Tine Hood Incl. hood flap 9621 Oil Seal 9511 Parts List Part Description End play on drive shaft Main Drive Shaft AssemblyInput Pinion Shaft & Gear Assembly 1733398 1904522001 See Detail aBumper Row Marker Attachment option9621 Page Replacement Parts Warranty ServiceEngine Service and Repair Owner Registration Card

12226 specifications

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