Maintenance and Storage

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Refer to the engine manual included in your parts packet for information on engine maintenance.Your engine manual provides detailed information and a maintenance schedule for performing the following tasks:

1.Check oil level before each use or after every 8 hours of operation.

2.Change oil after first 5-8 hours of operation. Change oil while engine is warm. Refill with new oil of recommended grade.

4.Check spark plug yearly or every 100 hours of operation.

5.Service air cleaner.

6.Keep engine and parts clean.

7.Check engine and equipment often for loose nuts and bolts, keep these items tightened.

CAUTION

Do not operate tiller before reading the engine manual provided in the parts packet.

CAUTION

Temperature of muffler and near by areas may exceed 150° F. Avoid these areas.

Engine can overheat and become damaged if debris blocks the cooling system or rotating screen.

Never run engine without complete air cleaner installed on engine.

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Simplicity 1693847 manual Engine Maintenance