Section
5Maintenance
WARNING
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop, disconnect spark plug wire and move wire away from spark plug.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
NOTE: All references to left, right, front and rear of the machine are determined by standing behind the handlebar and facing the direction of forward travel.
Subjects covered in this section include:
•Tiller/Cultivator Maintenance
•Engine Maintenance
•Storing your Equipment
REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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PROCEDURE | Each | 10 | 25 | Noted | |
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Check engine oil level | • |
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Test Operational Interlock | • |
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Check drive belt tension |
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Check nuts and bolts |
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Clean tiller tine shaft |
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Lubricate tiller |
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Change engine oil* |
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Clean foam element air filter |
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Check paper element air filter |
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Check for oil leaks |
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Check tines for wear |
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Check air pressure in tires |
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Lubricate eccentric pivot bushings |
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**Check transmission gear oil level every 25 hours and at beginning of tilling season if any leakage is observed.
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