Craftsman 316.2927 Cultivator User Manual


 
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WARNING: Do not at any time make any
adjustment to the unit without first
stopping engine and disconnecting
spark plug wire.
Tine Removal and Replacement
NOTE: All four tines should be replaced at the same
time, because they will wear evenly through normal
use.
Push the On/Off switch to Off (O) position to stop
engine and tines and disconnect spark plug to
avoid accidental starting.
It may be necessary to lay the cultivator back in a
horizontal position on a flat level surface with the
upper handle touching the ground.
Remove the click pin from each end of the tine
shaft and slide the tines off the shaft.
Slide new tines on with hubs facing out. The four
tines are marked with letters A and B. Place one
A and one B tine on the tine shaft. See Figure 16.
Secure new tines to shaft with click pins.
NOTE: It may be necessary to wash the dirt off the
tines and shaft for ease of removal.
Figure 16
Storing Your Cultivator / Edger
Thoroughly clean the unit and inspect for any
loose or damaged parts. Repair or replace
damaged parts and tighten loose screws, nuts, or
bolts.
Wipe equipment with a oiled rag to prevent rust.
Never store the unit with fuel in the tank where
fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
Always store unit in cultivator mode (all four tines
on unit) to avoid tip over.
Engine
If the unit will be stored for longer than 60 days:
Clean engine by removing dirt and debris with a
cloth or brush from cooling fins, air intake screen,
levers, and linkage. This will help ensure
adequate cooling engine speed.
Drain all gasoline from the gas tank into a
container and dispose in accordance with federal,
state, and local regulations.
Start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls.
This ensures that all gasoline has been drained
from the carburetor.
Allow the engine to cool and remove the spark
plug and put 1 oz. (30ml) of high quality motor oil
into the cylinder. Pull the starter rope slowly to
distribute the oil and reinstall the spark plug.
NOTE: Remove the spark plug and drain all of the oil
from the cylinder before attempting to start the unit
after storage.
When changing oil, refer to the Maintenance
section. Dispose of the oil in accordance with
federal, state, and local regulations.
Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials such as fertilizer.
For more compact storage, store unit in the
shipping position with the upper handle folded
toward engine. See ASSEMBLY section for
details.
A Tine
B Tine
Click Pin
Hubs
SERVICE AND STORAGE