Assembly; Maintenance - McCulloch MTO002 Operator's Manual

To do a check of the cutting attachment guard
This guard is intended to prevent loose objects from
being thrown towards the operator. The guard also
protects the operator from accidental contact with the
cutting attachment.
1. Ensure that the guard is undamaged and is not
cracked. (Fig. 25)
2. Replace the guard if it has been exposed to impact
or is cracked.
Safety instructions for maintenance
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you do maintenance.
WARNING: Always stop the product before
you work on any part of the attachment. It
can continue to move even after the throttle/
power trigger is released. If you have a
gasoline operated product, disconnect the
HT leads from the spark plug. If you have a
battery operated product, remove the
battery. Ensure the attachment has stopped
completely before you start to work on it.
• Cultivating should only be done in daylight or other
well-lit conditions.
• Check the entire product before starting. Replace
damaged parts. Check that all guards and covers
are complete and fastened securely. Check all nuts
and screws.
To assemble the product
1. Put the blade guard on the shaft. Align the holes.
2. Put the 4 screws above the blade guard. Do not
tighten. (Fig. 29)
3. Put the 4 nuts on the screws below the blade guard.
Tighten with your fingers.
4. Hold each nut in place with a wrench and tighten
each screw with a hex key.
Introduction
Below you will find some general maintenance
instructions. If you need further information please
contact your service workshop.
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• If you have a gasoline operated product, make sure
that there are no fuel leaks.
• Check that the blades are undamaged and show no
signs of cracking or other damage. Replace the
blades if necessary.
(Fig. 26)
• Make sure the cutter guard is fitted and not
damaged.
(Fig. 27)
• Check that the tines and tine guard are secured
correctly.
(Fig. 28)
• Check that the blades do not move when the throttle/
power trigger is released.
• Make sure the handle and safety features are in
order. Never use a product that has any parts
missing or has been modified in relation to the
specification.
• Only use the product for the purpose it was intended
for.
• Make sure the cutting attachment has stopped
before cleaning, carrying out repairs or an
inspection. If you have a gasoline operated product,
disconnect the HT leads from the spark plug. If you
have a battery operated product, remove the battery.
• Wear heavy-duty gloves when repairing the
cultivator.
• Use only original spare parts for repairs.
• Store the product out of reach of children.

Assembly

5. Attach blades B and C.
6. Put a spacer on both sides of the axle.
7. Attach blades A and D.
8. Securely insert the pins into the holes at the ends of
the axle. (Fig. 30)

Maintenance

To replace the blades
WARNING: Always stop the product before
you work on any part of the attachment. It
can continue to move even after the throttle/
power trigger is released. If you have a
gasoline operated product, disconnect the
HT leads from the spark plug. If you have a
battery operated product, remove the
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