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SECTION 5: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire
and ground it against the engine before
performing any adjustments.
Engine Adjustment
Refer to the separate engine manual for engine
adjustment instructions.
Wheel Adjustment
To adjust the wheel yoke and wheel position, refer to
the Operating Section.
Depth Stake Adjustment
To adjust the depth stake to a desired position, refer to
the Operating Section.
Clutch Control Adjustment
Periodic adjustment of the belt tension may be required
due to normal stretch and wear on the belt. To adjust
the clutch control lever, refer to the Assembly Section.
Tine Width Adjustment
The tilling width of the unit is 22 inches. Tilling width can
be increased to 24 inches by removing the clevis pins
and hairpin clips, sliding the outer tine out one inch, and
securing in this position with the clevis pins and hairpin
clips. For cultivation, reduce the tine width to 13 inches
by removing the outer tines completely. See Figure 12.
Figure 12
SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR TILLER
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire
and ground it against the engine before
performing any repairs or maintenance.
Engine
Refer to the separate engine manual for engine
maintenance instructions.
Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate
engine manual packed with your unit. Read and follow
instructions carefully.
Service air cleaner every ten hours under normal
conditions. Clean every hour under extremely dusty
conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding
usually indicates that the air cleaner should be
serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the
separate engine manual packed with your unit.
IMPORTANT:
Never run your engine without air cleaner
completely assembled.
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset
every 25 hours of engine operation. Spark plug
replacement is recommended at the start of each tiller
season; check engine manual for correct plug type and
gap specification.
Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep
the cooling system (blower housing area) clean to
permit proper air circulation which is essential to engine
performance and life. Be certain to remove all dirt and
combustible debris from muffler area.
Lubrication
Transmission
The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at the
factory. It requires no checking unless the transmission
is disassembled. See an authorized service dealer if
the transmission is disassembled.
Tine Engagement Handle/Lever
Lubricate the pivot points on the tine handle/lever and
the cable at least once a season with light oil. The
controls must operate freely in both directions.
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