OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ANd PARTS ExPlOSIONS
Front Tine Models
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SERvICING ThE ROTOTIllER
The following information will help you make the necessary checks
and perform the procedures required to follow the normal care
recommendations made for your rototiller unit.
If you prefer, your local authorized dealer can make these checks and
perform the required procedures for you.
To prevent accidental starting:
Engine must be turned off and cool, and spark
plug wire must be removed and secured from
spark plug before checking and adjusting engine
or equipment.
mAINTENANCE ANd STORAGE
mAINTENANCE SChEdUlE
Your rototiller has been designed and produced by the industry’s leading manufacturer of outdoor power equipment to provide you
with years of reliable operation.
Keeping your tiller in top running condition will prolong its life, and help you obtain optimum performance.
Please read this normal care schedule, and note the recommended care operating intervals to extend the life of your unit.
maintenance Operation
Page
Before
Each Use
50 hours or
Every Season
Change belt tension
13
X
Change forward belt
13
X
Engine maintenance
14
X
X
Check or fill engine crankcase
14
X
2
Clean tine axle shaft
14
X
Lubrication
14
X
Check throttle control adjustment
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1
Em
= See engine manual
1
Adjust throttle control after first 3 hours of operation or if engine is hard to start or run-on occurs.
2
Change oil after first 5-8 hours of use, then after every 50 hours or every season. Change oil every 25
hours when operating under heavy load or in high temperatures.
WARNING
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