Service And Storage - Craftsman 316.2927 Operator's Manual

WARNING: Do not at any time make any
adjustment to the unit without first
stopping engine
spark plug wire.
Tine Removal and Replacement
NOTE: All four tines should be replaced at the same
time, because they will wear evenly through normal
use.
• Push the On/Off switch to Off (O) position to stop
engine and tines and disconnect spark plug to
avoid accidental starting.
• It may be necessary to lay the cultivator back in a
horizontal position on a flat level surface with the
upper handle touching the ground.
• Remove the click pin from each end of the tine
shaft and slide the tines off the shaft.
• Slide new tines on with hubs facing out. The four
tines are marked with letters A and B. Place one
A and one B tine on the tine shaft. See Figure 16.
• Secure new tines to shaft with click pins.
NOTE: It may be necessary to wash the dirt off the
tines and shaft for ease of removal.
B Tine
Hubs
Figure 16

SERVICE AND STORAGE

and disconnecting
A Tine
Click Pin
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Storing Your Cultivator / Edger
• Thoroughly clean the unit and inspect for any
loose or damaged parts. Repair or replace
damaged parts and tighten loose screws, nuts, or
bolts.
• Wipe equipment with a oiled rag to prevent rust.
• Never store the unit with fuel in the tank where
fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
• Always store unit in cultivator mode (all four tines
on unit) to avoid tip over.
Engine
If the unit will be stored for longer than 60 days:
• Clean engine by removing dirt and debris with a
cloth or brush from cooling fins, air intake screen,
levers, and linkage. This will help ensure
adequate cooling engine speed.
• Drain all gasoline from the gas tank into a
container and dispose in accordance with federal,
state, and local regulations.
• Start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls.
This ensures that all gasoline has been drained
from the carburetor.
• Allow the engine to cool and remove the spark
plug and put 1 oz. (30ml) of high quality motor oil
into the cylinder. Pull the starter rope slowly to
distribute the oil and reinstall the spark plug.
NOTE: Remove the spark plug and drain all of the oil
from the cylinder before attempting to start the unit
after storage.
• When changing oil, refer to the Maintenance
section. Dispose of the oil in accordance with
federal, state, and local regulations.
• Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials such as fertilizer.
• For more compact storage, store unit in the
shipping position with the upper handle folded
toward engine. See ASSEMBLY section for
details.