Husqvarna DRT900E owner manual Engine, AIR Filter See Fig

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MAINTENANCE

Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent accidental starting of engine.

Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debris.

Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG-SL. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SAE 30

 

 

 

 

 

10W-30 / 5W

-30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F

-20

0

30

40

60

80

100

C

-30

-20

-10

4 10

20

30

40

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

oil_visc_chart5_e(drt)

Fig. 19

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W-30, 10W-30, etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 40°F (4°C). Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tiller is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add SAE 30 motor oil or equivalent. Tighten oil filler plug securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 19 and 20)

Be sure tiller is on level surface.

Oil will drain more freely when warm.

Use a funnel to prevent oil spill on tiller, and catch oil in a suitable container.

Remove drain plug.

For easier removal of plug use 7/16 12 Pt. socket with extension.

Tip tiller forward to drain oil.

After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug and tighten securely.

Remove oil filler plug. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine.

Refill engine with oil. See “CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL” in the Operation section of this manual.

OIL

DRAIN

PLUG

OIL LEVEL

OIL FILLER

PLUG

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 21)

Service air cleaner cartridge every twenty-five hours, more often if engine is used in very dusty conditions.

1.Loosen air cleaner screw.

2.Remove air cleaner cover.

3.Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge. Be careful. Do not allow dirt or debris to fall into carburetor.

4.Clean by tapping gently on a flat surface.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

5. Clean and replace cover. Tighten screw securely.

CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry cartridge.

COVER

AIR CLEANER

CARTRIDGE

AIR

CLEANER

SCREW

Fig. 21

Fig. 20

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Contents DRT900E Maintenance and Storage Safety RulesTraining PreparationTable of Contents Tools Required for Assembly AssemblyOPERATOR’S Position See Fig Unpacking Carton See Fig Install Handle See Figs , 4,Connect Shift ROD See Fig Attach Clutch Cable See FigRemove Tiller from Crate Check Tire PressureOperation Meets Ansi Safety RequirementsKnow Your Tiller Tine Operation with Wheel Drive HOW to USE Your TillerForward Wheels ONLY/TINES Stopped Reverse Wheels ONLY/TINES StoppedCultivating TurningTo Transport Before Starting EngineTo Start Engine See Fig ADD GasolineTilling Hints See Fig Adjust Wheels for Cultivating See FigsMaintenance Schedule MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations Lubrication Chart Before Each USEAIR Filter See Fig EngineCooling System See Fig CleaningMuffler Spark PlugTiller Service and AdjustmentsTire Care To Replace Ground Drive Belt See Figs Ground Drive Belt Adjustment S e e FigTine Replacement See Figs , 28 To Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Throttle Control Cable See FigOther StorageFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Handle Assembly Repair PartsMAINFRAME, Left Side KEY Part NO. NO. Description MAINFRAME, Right Side   Tine Shield Tine Assembly Decals 10.28.10 CL