Maintenance & Adjustments
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WARNING!
Disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground it against the engine before performing any
repairs.
Maintenance
Engine
Refer to the separate Engine Operator’s Manual for engine
maintenance instructions.
Tines
Clean the underside of the tine shield after each use. The dirt
washes off the tines easier if rinsed off immediately instead of
after it dries. Always towel dry the tiller afterwards and apply a
light coat of oil or silicone to prevent rusting or water damage.
NOTE:
Never use a “pressure washer” to clean your tiller. Water
can penetrate tight areas of the tiller and its chain case and cause
serious damage to machine.
Lubrication
Pivot Points
Remove the belt cover and lubricate all the pivot points and
linkages at least once a season with light oil. Keep the belts free
of lubrication.
Tine Shafts
Remove the tine assemblies and lubricate the tine shafts at least
once a season.
Wheel Shafts
Remove the wheel assemblies and lubricate the axle shafts at
least once a season.
Chain Drive
The chain drive is pre-lubricated and sealed at factory.
Adjustments
Cable Adjustment
Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for
instructions on adjusting the forward and reverse cables.
Tines
With the outer tines installed, the working width of the machine
is 24 inches. This width may be expanded to 26 inches by
removing the clevis and cotter pins, sliding each outer tine
outward away from the center of the tiller and re-securing the
pins in the holes provided. See Fig. 6-1.
Cotter Pin
Clevis Pin
Outer Tine
24”
26”
Figure 6-1
Off-Season Storage
If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30 days, the
following steps should be taken to prepare the tiller for storage.
1.
Clean the exterior of the engine and the entire tiller
thoroughly. Lubricate the tiller as described in the
lubrication instructions.
2.
The use of pressure washers is not recommended for
cleaning your tiller. They may cause damage to electric
components, spindles, pulleys, bearings or the engine. The
use of pressure washers will result in shortened life and
reduce serviceability.
3.
Refer to the engine manual for correct engine storage
instructions.
4.
Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.
5.
Store tiller in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
NOTE:
When storing any type of power equipment in
an unventilated area or metal storage shed, care should
be taken to rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or
silicone, coat the equipment and especially any springs,
bearings, and cables.
