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TRANSPORTING

BEFORE LOADING

If the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes
before loading the tiller on the transport vehicle. A hot engine and
exhaust system can burn you and can ignite some materials.
1. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position.
2. Make sure the fuel cap is securely tightened.
3. Install the wheels in
the transport position
for greater ground
clearance and ease of
movement.

LOADING

If necessary, loosen the handlebar knobs so that the tiller upper
handlebar can be collapsed. Be careful that the throttle cable and
engine switch wire are not pinched or bent when collapsing the upper
handlebar.
Secure the tiller by tying around the lower handlebars just in front and
back of the engine as shown.
STORAGE

STORAGE PREPARATION

Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your tiller
trouble-free and looking good. The following steps will help to keep
rust and corrosion from impairing your tiller’s function and
appearance, and will make the engine easier to start when you use
the tiller again.
Install the wheels in the storage position to allow the tiller to be stored
in an upright position.

Cleaning

1. Wash the tiller, including the area around the tiller tines.
2. Wash the engine by hand, and be careful to prevent water from
entering the air cleaner.
NOTICE
Using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment can force
water into the air cleaner. Water in the air cleaner will soak the filter
and can enter the carburetor or engine, causing damage.
3. Water on a hot engine can cause damage. If the engine has been
running, allow it to cool for at least 1/2 hour before washing.
4. If using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment to clean the
tiller, be careful to avoid getting water into controls and cables, or
anywhere near the engine air cleaner or muffler opening.
5. After washing the tiller, wipe dry all accessible surfaces.
6. Start the engine outdoors, and let it run until it reaches normal
operating temperature to evaporate any water remaining on the
engine.
7. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
8. After the tiller is clean and dry, touch up any damaged paint, and
coat other areas that may rust with a light film of oil.

FUEL

NOTICE
Depending on the region where you operate your equipment, fuel
formulations may deteriorate and oxidize rapidly. Fuel deterioration
and oxidation can occur in as little as 30 days and may cause damage
to the carburetor and/or fuel system. Please check with your servicing
dealer for local storage recommendations.
Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage. Old gasoline will
cause hard starting, and it leaves gum deposits that restrict the fuel
system. If the gasoline in your tiller deteriorates during storage, you
may need to have the carburetor and other fuel system components,
serviced or replaced.
The length of time that gasoline can be left in your fuel tank and
carburetor without causing functional problems will vary with such
factors as gasoline blend, storage temperatures, and whether the fuel
tank is partially or completely filled. The air in a partially filled fuel tank
promotes fuel deterioration. Very warm storage temperatures
accelerate fuel deterioration. Fuel deterioration problems may occur
within a few months, or even less if the gasoline was not fresh when
you filled the fuel tank.
The DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY (page 21) does not
cover fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting
from neglected storage preparation.
You can extend fuel storage life by adding a gasoline stabilizer that is
formulated for that purpose, or you can avoid fuel deterioration
problems by draining the fuel tank and carburetor.
UPPER
HANDLEBAR (2)
THROTTLE CABLE &
ENGINE SWITCH WIRE
HANDLEBAR
KNOB (2)