MTD 200 Series Operator's Manual page 12

Maintenance& Adjustments
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WARNING! Before inspecting, cleaning or
servicing the tiller, shut off the engine and wait for
all moving parts to come to a complete stop.
Disconnect the spark plug. Failure to follow these
instructions properly can result in serious personal
injury or property damage.
Maintenance
Engine
Refer to the Engine Operator's Manual packaged with your
machine for all engine maintenance.
Tines
Clean the underside of the tine shield after each use. The dirt
washes off the tines easier if rinsed off immediately instead of
after it dries. Always towel dry the tiller afterwards and apply a
light coat of oil or silicone to prevent rusting or water damage.
NOTE: Never use a pressure washer to clean the tiller. Water can
penetrate tight areas of the tiller and cause serious damage.
Adjustments
TineWidth
The tilling width of Series 220 machines is 16 inches. The tilling
width of Series 240 machines is 22 inches but can increase to 24
inches by removing the clevis and cotter pins, sliding each outer
tine out one inch, and securing in this position with the pins. For
cultivation with Series 240 machines, reduce the tine width to 13
inches by removing the outer tines completely. See Fig. 6-1.
Cotter_
Pin
Cle
Pi
_-----_2 2-inc h=============_
._ 13-inch=======_
Figure 6-1
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DepthStake
The depth stake acts as a brake for the tiller and controls the
depth and speed at which the machine will operate, Figure 6-2.
Remove the clevis and cotter pins, raise or lower the depth stake,
then reattach pins to secure.
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Cot!er Pin
Lubrication
Figure 6-2
Transmission
The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at the factory. It
requires no maintenance. See an authorized service dealer for
any service issues.
TineShaft and Wheel Shaft
Remove tine assemblies and wheel and lubricate the tine shaft
and wheel shaft at least once a season.
Off-SeasonStorage
If the tiller will not be used for a period longer than 30 days, the
following steps should be taken to prepare the tiller for storage.
Clean the exterior of the engine and the entire tiller
thoroughly. Lubricate the tiller as described in the
lubrication instructions.
The use of pressure washers to clean your tiller is not
recommended. It may cause damage to pulleys, bearings,
or the engine. The use of pressure washers will result in
shortened life and reduce serviceability.
Refer to the engine manual for engine storage instructions.
Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.
Store tiller in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
When storing any type of power equipment in an
unventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to
rustproof the equipment. Using a light oil or silicone, coat the
equipment and especially any springs, bearings, and cables.