Belt Replacement
CAUTION: Do not use an
Your tiller has been engineered with a belt made of special material (Kevlar Tensile) for longer life and better performance. It should not be replaced with an
If belt replacement is required, order belt or belts by part number from your nearest authorized dealer.
Part No.
•Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire against the engine.
•Remove the belt cover from the left side of the tiller as follows:
•Remove two torx head screws from the top of belt cover.
•Remove two hex cap nuts and flat washers from front side of the belt cover. Remove the hex nut and flat washer at the back of the cover.
•Remove the belt keeper assembly located behind the engine pulley by removing two hex bolts and lock washers. See Figure 14.
•Remove belt. Reassemble new belt, following instructions in reverse order.
NOTE: Upon reassembly, make certain the belt is routed over the idler pulley and inside of belt keepers by engine pulley. See Figure 14.
Engine | Belt Keeper | |
Pulley | ||
|
Hex Bolts 
Belt Idler
Keeper Pulley
Figure 14
SECTION 8: OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30 days, the following steps should be taken to prepare the tiller for storage.
•Clean the exterior of engine and the entire tiller thoroughly. Lubricate the tiller as described in the lubrication instructions.
•We do not recommend the use of pressure washers to clean your unit. They 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.
•Refer to the engine manual for correct engine storage instructions.
•Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.
•Store tiller in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
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.
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