MTD FT24 Operator's Manual page 6

3. Remove the handle adjustment crank
from the handle. See Figure 3-6.
Figure 3-6
4. Rotate the handle upward and secure it in
place with the handle adjustment crank.
See Figure 3-6.
5. When the handle is in place, insert the
clutch cable into the cable guide on the
handle as shown in Figure 3-7.
Figure 3-7
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Adjustments
Wheels
The tiller is shipped with the wheels adjusted so
that the machine sits level. The wheels need to
be adjusted to meet your tilling needs before
operation. This adjustment is made by removing
the clevis pin from the chain case bracket and
raising the wheels to the desired height. See
Figure 3-8.
Depth Stake
The depth stake can also be set to adjust the
tilling depth. To raise or lower the depth stake,
remove the clevis pin and cotter pin, place the
depth stake in the desired position and reinstall
the hardware. See Figure 3-8.
NOTE: See the Controls & Operation
section for more information.
Clutch Cable Adjustment
Before operating the tiller, the adjustment of the
forward clutch cables must be checked.
1. Disconnect and ground the spark plug
wire against the engine.
2. Adjust the forward clutch cable by
loosening the hex nut. See Figure 3-9.
Cable Collar
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Figure 3-8
Hex
Nut
Figure 3-9
3. Turn the cable collar section one or two
turns to increase or decrease tension on
the cable. See Figure 3-9.
4. Retighten the hex nut against the cable
collar. See Figure 3-9.
5. With the forward engagement handle in the
neutral (released) position, pull the starter
rope several times. The tines should not turn.
6. If they turn, adjust the forward clutch
cable to release tension using the previous
steps in this section.
7. Check again for correct tension on the cable.
8. After tilling, if the tines stop moving, re-
adjust the cables.
Set-Up
Gas & Oil Fill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as
instructed in the separate Engine Operator's
Manual packed with your tiller. Read the
instructions carefully.
WARNING! Use extreme care when
handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors
are explosive. Never fuel the
machine indoors or while the engine
is hot or running.