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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 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 forward/reverse belt
16
X
Engine maintenance
17
X
X
Check or fill engine crankcase
17, EM
X
2
Check tiller transmission grease
18
X
Check tire pressure
18
X
Lubrication
18
X
Clean tine axle shaft
18
X
Lubricate wheel axle shaft
19
X
Check throttle control adjustment
EM
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
!
Maintenance
Not
for
Reproduction
