Disconnectsparkplugwire beforeper- formingany maintenance(exceptcarbure- toradjustment)to preventaccidentalstart- ingof engine.
°Refill engine with oil. See "FILL
ENGINE WITH OIL" in the Operation section of this manual.
Preventfires! Keeptheenginefreeof grass,leaves,spilledoil, or fuel Remove fuel fromtankbeforetippingunitfor main-
tenance. Cleanmufflerareaof allgrass, dirt,anddebri&
Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burn&
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG or SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected temperature.
8AE VISCOSITY GRADES
0"
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICEPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
NOTE: Although
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 start-
ing the engine and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add SAE 30 motor oi! or equivalent. Tighten oil filler
plug securely each time you check the oil level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meetAPI service classification SF, SG or SH.
= Be sure tiller is on level surface.
o Oil will drain more freely when warm. o Catch oil in a suitable container.
o Remove drain plug.
o 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.
Oil Drain
Plug_
Oil Level
Oil Filter Plug
AIR CLEANER
Service air cleaner cartridge every twenty- five hours, more often if engine is used in very dusty condition&
o Loosen air cleaner screws, one on each side of cover.
o Remove air cleaner cover:
=Carefully remove air cleaner'cartridge. Be careful Do not allow dirt or debris to fall into carburetor.
oClean by tapping gently on a flat sur- face.
o If very dirty or damaged, replace car- tridge.
o Clean and replace cover. Tighten screws ,_ceCUrely •
AUTION: 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 car- tridgeo
Air | _ | ..... Cover |
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Screw | __ | Air |
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Cleaner
Cartridge
COOLING SYSTEM
Your engine is air cooled, For proper
engine performance arid long life keep your engine clean°
o Clean air screen frequently using a stiff- bristled brush.
• Remove blower housing and clean as
necessary_
o Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.
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