Lubrication

After every 10 operating hours, oil or grease the lubrication points shown in Fig. 6-1 and described below.

HandlebarDepth

Attaching Screws Regulator

Lever

Wheel Shaft

 

Tine Shaft

 

Figure 6-1

 

Use a clean lubricating oil (#30 weight motor oil is suitable) and a clean general purpose grease (grease containing a metal lubricant is preferred, if available).

•Remove the wheels, clean the wheel shaft and apply a thin coating of grease to the wheel shaft.

•Grease the back, front and sides of the depth regulator lever.

•Remove the tines and clean the tine shaft. Use a file or sandpaper to gently remove any rust, burrs or rough spots (especially around holes in shaft). Apply grease to the ends of shaft before installing the tines.

•Oil the threads on the handlebar height adjustment screws and the handlebar attaching screws.

Off-Season Storage

When the tiller won’t be used for an extended period, prepare it for storage as follows:

1.Clean the tiller and engine.

2.Do routine tiller lubrication and check for loose parts and hardware.

3.Protect the engine and perform recommended engine maintenance by following the storage instructions found in the Engine Operator’s Manual. Be sure to protect the fuel lines, carburetor and fuel tank from gum deposits by removing fuel or by treating fuel with a fuel stabilizer

(follow the engine manufacturer’s recommendations).

4.Store the tiller in a clean, dry area.

5.Never store the tiller with fuel in the fuel tank in an enclosed area where gas fumes could reach an open flame or spark, or where ignition sources are present (space heaters, hot water heaters, furnaces, etc.).

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