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100379 - FRONT TINE TILLER
MAINTENANCE
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1. Turn jam nut clockwise in 1/8 in. (3 mm) increments.
2. Test the travel distance of the engagement lever again to
see if travel before full engagement is less than 5/8 of an
inch. If it is still more than 5/8 readjust the cable. Note, if
there is no more cable adjustment left the belt has become
stretched and will need replaced.
Change Forward/Reverse Tine Drive Belts
1. Turn off engine. Engine must cool completely before
proceeding.
2. Remove spark plug wire and secure away from spark plug.
3. Remove belt guard.
4. Loosen belt Tension by removing tine engagement cables.
5. Remove the bolt holding the main drive pulley:
6. Remove the forward direction tine belt.
7. Remove belt guide bracket for reverse tine belt.
8. Remove drive pulley and reverse belt.
9. Install new belts and replace drive components.
10. Tension belt control cables as per belt tension adjustment
instructions.
11. Replace belt cover
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WARNING
The tines or wheels should not rotate with the engine
running, the depth regulator set at transport height (lowest
height) and the drive lever not engaged.
Engine Cleaning
Keeping the engine clean will help to ensure smooth operation
and prevent damage from overheating. Refer to the Engine