Operator's Manual
MC25 2-Cycle Cultivator
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UPPER
GREASE
PORT
LOWER
GREASE
PORT
Cultivator Maintenance
1. The transmission case has grease installed at the factory. It
is recommended to check grease level once a year. Add a
molylithium type grease into the lower grease port only if
the grease is below the level of the upper grease port.
DO
NOT OVERFILL. SEE FIGURE 7
2. Keep all screws, nuts, and bolts tight.
3. For cold weather operation, store the unit in a cool
environment. Transferring the unit from a cold to a warm
place can cause the build up of harmful condensation.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Steps For Working On Equipment
1. Turn engine switch to the
OFF
position.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.
SEE FIGURE 6
3. Securely place the disconnected spark plug wire away
from the spark plug and any metal parts. This must
always be done or arcing may occur between spark plug
wire and metal parts.
4. Replace or repair the part on the cultivator.
5. Check all parts that were repaired, or removed during
repair, that they are secure and fit correctly.
NOTE: All repair parts must come from the factory. Never
replace parts that are not specifically designed for
the cultivator.
6. Reconnect the spark plug wire.
SPARK PLUG WIRE
FIGURE 6
WARNING
PRACTICE SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. ENGINE MUST
BE TURNED OFF AND ALLOWED TO COOL, AND
SPARK PLUG WIRE MUST BE DISCONNECTED
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY MAINTENANCE OR
REPAIR.
TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING:
•
ENGINE MUST BE TURNED OFF AND COOL,
AND SPARK PLUG WIRE MUST BE REMOVED
FROM SPARK PLUG BEFORE CHECKING AND
ADJUSTING ENGINE OR EQUIPMENT.
•
TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND NEARBY
AREAS MAY EXCEED 150° F (65° C). AVOID
THESE AREAS.
•
CHECK CULTIVATOR OFTEN FOR LOOSE NUTS
AND BOLTS. KEEP THESE ITEMS TIGHTENED.
•
NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN THE TANK
INSIDE A BUILDING. POTENTIAL SPARKS MAY
BE PRESENT FOR IGNITION OF FUEL AND
FUEL VAPORS.
•
AN ADULT MUST ALWAYS DO MAINTENANCE
AND REPAIR ON ENGINE AND CULTIVATOR.
•
ENGINE MUST BE SHUT-OFF, COOL, AND
SPARK PLUG WIRE REMOVED BEFORE ANY
REPAIR OR MAINTENANCE CAN BE DONE.
Engine Maintenance
Refer to engine emission warranty included with your product
for maintenance schedule.
Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and
trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution.
To help you properly care for your engine, the following
pages include a maintenance schedule, routine inspection
procedures, and simple maintenance procedures using basic
hand tools. Other service tasks that are more difficult, or
require special tools, are best handled by professionals and
are normally performed by a technician or other qualified
mechanic.
Maintenance, replacement or repair of the emissions control
devices and systems may be performed by any non-road
engine repair establishment or individuals. However, items
must be serviced by an authorized dealer to obtain "no
charge" emissions control service.
The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating
conditions. If you operate your engine under unusual
conditions, such as sustained high-load or high-temperature
operation, or use in unusually wet or dusty conditions, consult
your servicing dealer for recommendations applicable to your
individual needs and use.
FIGURE 7
