MTD 390 Shown manual Off-Seasonstorage, Forward Drive Belt See Figure

Models: 390 Shown

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Forward Drive Belt See Figure 17

Reverse

Transmission

Pulley

Idler

 

Pulley

 

Engine

Pulley

Forward

Idler

Pulley

Belt

Nut

 

Figure 18

Reassemble the new belt, following instructions in reverse order. Make certain the reverse drive belt is assembled with the wide side of the belt against the transmission and engine pulleys.

Be certain to adjust the clutch control as instructed in the final clutch adjustment section of assembly instructions.

Forward Drive Belt See Figure 17

Models 340 thru 345: Remove the belt cover by following steps 1 thru 3 of the previous section. Model 390: Remove the reverse drive belt as instructed in the previous section.

Remove the belt keeper from the idler pulley by removing the idler pulley nut.

Lift belt off the idler pulley and transmission pulley. See Figure 18.

Using a 9/16" wrench, remove bolt from engine pulley.

Push reverse idler pulley bracket forward, and remove engine pulley and belt. See Figure 18.

Reassemble the new belt, following instructions in reverse order. Make certain the forward drive belt is assembled with the wide side of the belt away from the transmission and engine pulleys. Be certain to adjust the clutch control as instructed in the final clutch adjustment section of assembly instructions.

SECTION 7: OFF-SEASON STORAGE

If the tiller is to be inoperative for a period longer than 30 days, the following precautions are recommended.

Working outdoors, drain all fuel from the fuel tank. Run the engine until it stops from lack of fuel.

WARNING: Do not drain fuel while smoking, or if near an open fire.

Drain all the oil from the crankcase (this should be done after the engine has been operated and is still warm) and refill the crankcase with fresh oil.

Protect the inside of the engine for storage as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your tiller.

Clean the engine and the entire tiller thoroughly.

Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.

We do not recommend the use of pressure washers to clean your unit. It may cause damage to electric components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The use of pressure washers will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.

NOTE: When storing any type of power equipment in an unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the equipment, especially any springs, bearings and cables.

Store in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.

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MTD 390 Shown manual Off-Seasonstorage, Forward Drive Belt See Figure