MAINTENANCE

tiller lubrication

Check transmission oil level after first 5 hours of operation. Remove oil fill plug (figure 10). Oil level must be even with the plug hole (with tiller level). If necessary, add oil. Use SAE 30 non-detergent motor oil. Replace oil fill plug.

Check transmission oil level after each 10 hours of operation.

NOTE: it is not necessary to change the oil in this tiller transmission. If for any reason it must be changed, oil capacity is 22 oz.

figure 10

Cleaning

•Clean engine as instructed in the engine manual.

•Clean wheels, finish, etc. Of all foreign matter.

•Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your unit unless the muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in shortened engine life.

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or before performing any repairs or maintenance.

•Check oil level before each use and every 8 hours.

•Maintain engine oil as instructed in figure 11 below.

•Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should be serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the separate engine manual.

•Spark plug replacement is recommended every 100 hours or yearly. Check the engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifications.

REMOVE OIL CAP REPLACE CAPAFTER FILLED FULL OIL LEVELOIL

figure 11

Muffler

Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection. Replace if damaged.

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