MTD 12211, 12212 owner manual ADD Motor OIL to Engine, Check Transmission Gear OIL Level

Section 2: Assembly

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Connection

Figure 2-8: Forward clutch control spring connection to forward control linkage.

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Figure 2-9: Adjusting forward clutch control cable.

3.The cable is pre-adjusted at the factory, but must be checked for correct tension as explained next:

The forward clutch spring coil (between points “A” in Figure 2-9) measures 2" in length when neither Forward Clutch Control Lever is pulled up. Lift either Forward Clutch Control Lever up against the handlebar and measure the length of the coil. Tension is correct if the length of the extended coil is 2-1/2" (points A, Figure 2-9). The forward clutch cable needs adjustment if the extended coil length is less than 2-1/2". See Checking and Adjusting Forward Clutch Belt Tension in Section 5 for a procedure. If the measurement is greater, there is no need to adjust as long as the unit oper- ates correctly when moving Forward.

STEP 5: CHECK TRANSMISSION GEAR OIL LEVEL

The transmission was filled with gear oil at the factory. However, be sure to check the oil level at this time to make certain it is correct.

IMPORTANT: Do not operate the tiller if the gear oil level is low. Doing so will result in severe damage to the transmis- sion components.

1.With the tiller on level ground, pull the Depth Regulator Lever (L, Figure 2-10) back and then slide it to the second notch from the top. NOTE: If the lever does not move, lift the tine hood flap and look for a plastic tie securing the lever in place. Cut and remove the tie.

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Figure 2-10: Put lever in second notch.

2.Remove the oil level check plug (M, Figure 2-11) on the left-side of the trans- mission. (Due to dried paint on the plug threads, it may require some force to remove the plug the first time.) The gear oil level is correct if oil starts to flow out of the hole as the plug is removed. If so, securely reinstall the plug.

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Figure 2-11: Gear oil level check plug.

3.If oil does not flow from the check hole, add oil as follows:

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Figure 2-12: Adding gear oil.

NOTE: Do not use automatic transmission fluid or motor oil in the transmission.

(a)Clean area around the fill hole (N, Figure 2-12) and unscrew gear oil fill plug.

(b)If adding only a few ounces of gear oil, use API rated GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil having a viscosity of SAE 140, SAE 85W-140 or SAE 80W-90. If refilling an empty transmission, use only GL-4 gear oil having a viscosity of SAE 85W-140 or SAE 140.

(c)Using a clean funnel, slowly add gear oil until it flows from the gear oil level check hole (N, Figure 2-12).

(d)Reinstall and tighten securely the gear oil fill plug (M, Figure 2-11).

STEP 6: ADD MOTOR OIL TO ENGINE

The tiller is shipped without oil in the engine.

IMPORTANT: Do not start the engine without first adding motor oil. Severe engine damage will result if the engine is run without oil.

1.Refer to the separate Engine Owner’s Manual for motor oil specifications and capacities.

2.With the unit on level ground, move the Depth Regulator Lever (L, Figure 2- 10) up or down until the engine is level.

3.Add motor oil as described in the Engine Owner’s Manual.

4.Move the Depth Regulator Lever all the way down until the highest notch is engaged. This places the tines in the “travel” position.

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