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SERVICING YOUR TILLER
THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE
Maintenance
,
replacement
,
or repair of the emission control devices
and systems may be performed by any engine repair establishment or
individual.
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 tiller
,
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 qualified mechanic.
The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions
.
If
you operate your tiller under unusual conditions
,
such as sustained
high
-
load or high
-
temperature operation or use in dusty conditions
consult your servicing dealer for recommendations applicable to your
individual needs and use
.
Remember that your servicing dealer knows your tiller best and is fully
equipped to maintain and repair it
.
Improper maintenance
,
or failure to
correct a problem before operation
,
can cause a malfunction in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed
.
Always follow the inspection and
maintenance recommendations and
schedules in this owner’s manual.
To ensure the best quality and reliability, contact your dealer for parts.
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OPERATION
STOPPING THE ENGINE
To stop the engine in an emergency
,
simply turn the engine switch to
the OFF position
.
Under normal conditions
,
use the following
procedure
.
Release the main clutch lever to
the DISENGAGED position.
1
.
Turn the engine switch to the OFF
position
.
2
.
Turn the fuel valve lever to the
OFF position
.
3
.
ON
OFF
FUEL VALVE LEVER
ON
OFF
ENGINE SWITCH
MAIN CLUTCH LEVER
DISENGAGED
ENGAGED
