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Check the Air Filter Often
A wet or dirty air filter can affect the
way ),our engine starts, performs, and
wears So, it's a good idea to check your
air filter once a month
If you work in dust_' soil, or if you
want to be on the safe side -- then
check ),our filter more often (for
instance, befme each use) But be sure
to replace it at least once a yeai; in the
spring or fall. Clean or change it as
needed. It is recommended to change
the air filter ),earl)',
How to Check, Clean and
Change the Air Filter
1 Loosen the wing nut on the side
Picture I Picture 2 Piclure 3
of fineair-cleaner cover. (See Picture I,
or look up Key #1 in Air Cleaner Parts
Assembly on page 1.7)
2. Take off the covet:.Make sure to
clear the choke button_. (Picture 2)
3. The air filter is the pad on tire
inside of the air-cleaner cover Check
whether it is soiled or moist,
4. If the air filter needs cleaning or
no longer fits propefl); remove it Just
lift an edge carefully and 'peel" it out
(Picture 3)
5 Use a brush to remove debris
flora the pad.
6. If the air filter is so dirt}, that it
won't crone clean, you must replace it
or severe engine damage wilt occur-
Order a new one directly fi'om our
Customer Service Dept Call 1-800-
366-6268
7. Insert ).'our clean filler inside the
air-cleaner cover
IMPORIANI! Make sure filter
is "sealed" properly in the
cover. The filter must fit
snugly inside the rim that
holds the Falter in place°
installing the filter incorrectly will
cause engine damage and void the
warrant): Fit the cover back over the air
cleaner (Again, make sure to clear the
choke button )
8 Tighten the wing nut to secure the
cover
Note:
Please check the lip on the Air Cleaner
Covet. if the lip is chipped or cracked,
it should be replaced. This will prevent
dirt from being ingested through the
carburetor into the inside of the engine.
How to Check the Grease
Level inside the
Worm Gear Housing
"Whenwe built }'our MANTIS Tiller,
we lubricated the worm gear housing
thoroughly,
It is imperative that you inspect the
grease level once a )'ear, Simply remove
the cover plate on the worm gear
housing (Picture 1) Then check to
maim sure the grease comes ahnost to
the top of the housing If it doesn't, add
lithium #0 grease (Item 9985) This is
the only way to add grease to the worm
gear housing, (Picture 2) To purchase
MANTIS grease, call your local
authorized MAN rlS dealer.
Please do not overfill. Too much
grease can create pressure, which could
cause seals to fail or the clutch to slip
Fuel Filter Replacement:
Fuel filter' to be changed at the end of
credo"season
Clear Blockages From
the Fuel Line & Filter:
After you've used your Tiller for a few
seasons, d_eck for blockages in the fuel
tank and fuel filter Such blockages can
keep your Tiller from st.arting
Clear any blockages you see in the
tank, fuel filter, or fuel line. Remember:
The fuel filter is located inside the tank
(See Picture 3) Then use the normal
starting procedure to start your' Filler
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Picture 2
Picture 3
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