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air filTer
The air filter is a device on the engine air intake that prevents dust and
dirt entering the engine. See Figure 12.
MUffler
Engine exhaust exits the engine via the muffler. See Figure 12.
oil fill caP & DiPSTick
Engine oil level can be checked and oil added through the oil fill. See
Figure 12.
NOTE: This unit was shipped WITHOUT oil in the engine. Oil is
included in the plastic bag packed with the manual in with the unit.
Add the oil as directed in the Gas & Oil Fill Up section. Check the oil
level before each operation to ensure adequate oil is in the engine.
For further instructions, refer to the steps in the Engine Maintenance
section of this manual.
forWarD Tine engageMenT leVer
The forward tine engagement lever controls the engagement of the
tines. Release the lever to stop the tines. See Figure 12.
DePTh STake
The depth stake controls the tilling depth. See Figure 12.
hanDlebar heighT aDjUSTMenT
The handle height may be adjusted. Loosen the knob to change the
position. Tighten hardware when complete. See Figure 12.
TineS
Tilling tines are used to cultivate, furrow and prepare your garden for
seeding. See Figure 12.
gaS anD oil fill-UP
oil
(one bottle shipped with unit)
First Time Use
1.
Remove oil fill dipstick.
2.
With the tiller on level ground, use a funnel to empty entire
contents of oil bottle provided into the engine.
3.
Replace oil fill dipstick and tighten.
1
20w40, 20w50
15w40, 15w50
2
10w40
10w30
(ºC)
-30º -20º
(ºF)
-20º
ambient temperature
10w
20w
20
30
40
-10º 0º
10º
20º 30º 40º
0º
20º
40º
60º 80º
100º
OPERATION
Subsequent Uses
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classifica-
tion SF, or SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to the
expected operating temperature. Follow the chart below.
1.
Single Viscosity
2.
Multi Viscosity
Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30, etc.) improve starting
in cold weather, they will result in increased oil consumption when
used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running low on oil.
1.
Check the oil level making certain not to rub the dipstick along
the inside walls of the oil fill tube. This would result in a false
dipstick reading. Wipe dipstick clean with cloth. Replace dipstick
into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in. Remove and check
oil level. Refill to FULL mark on dipstick, if necessary. Capacity is
approximately 20 oz. Overfilling will cause the engine to smoke
profusely and will result in poor engine performance.
2.
Replace oil fill dipstick and tighten.
3.
Keep oil level at FULL. Running the engine with too little oil can
result in permanent engine damage.
Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors
or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars,
pipes, and other sources of ignition.
gasoline
1.
Remove fuel cap from the fuel tank.
2.
Make sure the container from which you will pour the gasoline is
clean and free from rust or foreign particles. Never use gasoline
that may be stale from long periods of storage in its container.
Gasoline that has been sitting for any period longer than four
weeks should be considered stale.
3.
Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh, unleaded regular gasoline only. Do
not use gasoline containing METHANOL. Replace fuel cap.
NOTE: Check the fuel level periodically to avoid running out of
gasoline while operating the tiller.
Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol)
can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids
during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied
before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the gas tank, fuel lines and carburetor are
empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See STORAGE Instructions for
additional information.
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or
permanent damage may occur.
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