MAINTENANCE

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SCHEDULE

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SERWOEDATES

 

 

 

Check

Engine Oil Level

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Change

Engine Oil

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Oil Pivot Points

 

 

Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler

 

 

Inspect Air Screen

 

 

Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge

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Clean Engine Cylinder Fins

 

 

Replace Spark Plug

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1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to op-

erator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain tiller as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tiller.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual should be

checked at least once each season.

Once a year you should replace the

spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check tines and belts for wear. A

new spark plug and clean air filter as- sure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1.Check engine oil level,

2.Check tine operation.

3.Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION

Keep unit well lubricated (See "LUBRI- CATION CHART").

LUBRICATION CHART

O Tine Control

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Q Engine

O Idler Arm

O SAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL

Q REFER TO MAINTENANCE "'ENGINE"SECTION

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