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Axle Shaft:
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Tip the cultivator back and secure it to allow access to the axle shaft.
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Remove any accumulated material such as vegetation, string, wire, or other materials. Pay extra
attention to the area around the axle at the transmission housing. Any material/debris in this area
will damage the seals and shorten the life of the transmission.
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It may be easier to clear debris by removing the tines.
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Lower the cultivator to the normal operating position.
Tines:
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Always check tine condition prior to use.
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Damaged or obstructed tines will result in poor cultivating performance.
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Check tines for obstructions and clear all debris.
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If tines are bent, broken, or excessively worn, replace them as a set.
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Using the cultivator with damaged tines will result in accelerated wear of the machine.
Air Filter:
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Always check the air filter assembly prior to use.
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Remove the air cleaner cover.
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Clean and clear any built-up debris from the air filter
housing and the air filter assembly prior to further
disassembly.
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Remove the air filter assembly.
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Carefully remove the foam pre-filter.
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Clean the foam pre-filter with mild soap and water.
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Rinse foam pre-filter well, gently squeeze out excess
water, and allow foam pre-filter to air dry.
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Examine both the foam pre-filter and paper element for
damage or excessive contamination.
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If both are found to be in good condition, the pre-filter
and the air filter element can be reinstalled and returned
to service.
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If excessive build up or wear is present, replace the air filter assembly prior to returning the
machine to use.
Engine should always be off with the spark plug wire disconnected for safety prior to beginning any repair or
maintenance on the machine.
