SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: Shut off (disengage) the Tine Clutch Lever, the Tiller Engine and the Tractor Engine before making any repairs.

TINE CARE

•For best results — Tine Blades should be kept reasonably sharp. The Tine Blade can be sharpened on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen Tines while they are mounted to Tiller.

SPARE TINE DRIVE BOLTS

•The Tiller drive components are protected from damage by (shearable) Grade 5 hex bolts in the Tine Assemblies. The hex bolts drive the tines and hold them in the proper location. Should the Tine

Assemblies strike or pick up a large hidden object or become jammed, the hex bolts will break and the drive components will not be damaged.

•Two extra tine hex bolts and nuts are included with the tiller. They are located in the Tiller Stake Support Bracket on the rear of the Tiller.

•The tine hex bolts are designed to be loose fit. Do not attempt to use a bolt or pin that is larger or harder than the original Grade 5 hex bolts.

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tiller for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.

CAUTION: Never store the tiller with gasoline in the tank inside a building, where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

ENGINE

•Follow the instructions in the "Service & Storage" section of the Engine Manual.

TILLER

•Clean entire tiller (See "CLEANING" in the Customer

Responsibilities section of the manual).

•Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

•Lubricate as instructed in the Customer

Responsibilities section of this manual.

•Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

•Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

•If possible, store tiller indoors and cover it to protect from dust and dirt.

•Cover tiller with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot breathe, which allows condensation to form and will cause your unit to rust.

WARNING: Never cover Tiller while engine and exhaust areas are still warm.

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