Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep the cooling system (blower housing area) clean to permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all dirt and combustible debris from muffler area.
CLEANING THE TINE AREA
Clean the underside of the tine shield after each use. The dirt washes off the tines easier if rinsed off immediately instead of after it dries. Always towel dry the tiller afterwards and apply a light coat of oil or silicone to prevent rusting or water damage.
IMPORTANT: Never use a "pressure" washer to clean your tiller. Water can penetrate tight areas of the tiller and its chaincase and cause serious damage to the unit.
TIRES
Recommended operating tire pressure is approximately 14 p.s.i. on 14 inch tires and 20 p.s.i. on 16 inch tires. (Check sidewall of tire for tire manufacturer’s recommended pressure). Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 p.s.i.
If belt replacement is required, order belt or belts by part number from your nearest authorized dealer.
Part No.
1.Disconnect and ground the spark plug wire against the engine.
2.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.
3.Remove the belt keeper assembly located behind the engine pulley by removing two hex bolts and lock washers. See Figure 14.
4.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
Equal tire pressure should be maintained on both tires.
When installing a tire to the rim, be certain rim is clean and free of rust. Lubricate both the tire and rim generously. Never inflate to over 30 p.s.i. to seat beads.
WARNING: Excessive pressure (over 30 p.s.i.) when seating beads may cause tire/rim assembly to burst with force sufficient to cause serious injury.
BELT REPLACEMENT
Pulley
Belt Keeper
Hex Bolts
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
BeltIdler 
Keeper Pulley
Figure 14
SECTION 11: 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.
1.Clean the exterior of engine and the entire tiller thoroughly. Lubricate the tiller as described in the lubrication instructions.
2.Refer to the engine manual for correct engine storage instructions.
3.Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.
4.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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