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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, the operator must main tain tiller
as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your tiller.
All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section
of this manual should be checked at least once each
season.
• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean
or replace air fi lter, and check tines and belts for wear.
A new spark plug and clean air fi lter assure proper
air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and
last longer.
BEFORE EACH USE
• Check engine oil level.
• Check tine operation.
• Check for loose fasteners.
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated (See “LUBRICATION CHART”).
c
SAE 30 OR 10W-30 MOTOR OIL
d REFER TO MAINTENANCE “EN GINE” SECTION
e EP #1 GREASE
LUBRICATION CHART
c WHEEL
HUB
d ENGINE
c THROT TLE
CONTROL
c IDLER
BRACKET
c LEVELING
SHIELD
HINGES
c DEPTH
STAKE PIN
e RH GEAR CASE
GREASE FITTIG
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil
Oil Pivot Points
Inspect Air Screen
Inspect Spark Arrester / Muffler
Clean or Replace Air Cleaner Cartridge
Clean Engine Cylinder Fins
Replace Spark Plug
BEFORE EACH USE
EVERY 25 HOURS
EVERY 5 HOURS
EVERY 50 HOURS
SERVICE DATES
1,2
2
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.
EVERY SEASON
RH Gear Case Grease Fitting (1oz.)