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times. In later case, the depth regulator rod should
be lowered before each succeeding pass over the
garden. Passes should be made across the length
and width of the garden alternately. Do not try to
dig too deeply in the first pass. If the machine
jumps or bucks, allow the unit to move forward
at a lightly faster rate.
If the tiller stops forward motion and tries to dig
in one spot, rock the handles from side to side to
start it moving forward again.
Rocks which are turned up should be removed
from the garden area.
Cultivating
Cultivating is loosening or digging around growing
plants to disrupt weeds and aerate soil. Less than
50mm (2”) depth is always desirable.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Stop the engine at the flat ground, and do not touch
the hot part or moving parts to avoid injury. If the
maintenance is required with the engine running,
be sure to keep good ventilation in the area. The
exhaust emissions from the engine contain toxic
carbon monoxide, breathing it may result injury and
even death.
Keeping your tiller in top running condition will
prolong its life, and help you obtain optimum
performance whenever you wish to till your garden.
Cleaning tine area
Clean the tiller underside of the tine shield after
each use. The dirt washes off tines easier if rinsed
off immediately instead of after it dries.
1. Turn off engine. Engine must be cool.
2. Keep the engine’s throttle control in its “STOP”
position, and remove spark plug wire from spark
plug and secure.
3. Remove all vegetation, string, wire, and other
materials that may have accumulated to the
axle between the inside set of tines and the
seals on the transmission housing.
4. Always towel dry the tiller afterwards and apply
a light coat of oil or silicone to prevent rusting
or water damage.
5. Replace spark plug wire.
Never use a “pressure washer” to clean
your tiller. Water can penetrate tight
areas of the tiller and its transmission
case and cause damage to spindles, pulleys,
bearings, or the engine. The use of pressure
washers will result in shortened life and reduce
serviceability.
Lubrication
Remove the tine assemblies to lubricate the tine
shafts at least once a season.
Change Oil
When the engine is hot, it is easy to drain the oil
out completely.
- Keep the engine in a horizontal position.
- Unscrew the oil filler (bolt). (Fig.19)
- Place a cup under the drain plug and then screw
off the drain plug to drain the oil out completely.
- After draining the oil thoroughly out , re- install
the drain plug.
- Fill engine oil up to the mark of top limit.
- Re-install the oil filler.
fig.19
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