Tines Removal And Installation - Nakayama MB1800 Owner's Manual

Cleaning
Caution! Always clean the appliance after use. Failure to carry out proper cleaning can
result in damage to the appliance or cause it to malfunction.
Warning! Injury can occur during work on the tines. Wear protective gloves.
Whenever possible, clean the appliance straight after you have finished working on the lawn.
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Clean the underside of the housing around the tines and the protective shield and fender
with a scrubbing brush, and brush or soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water
mixture. Never splash with water!
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To remove soil and debris from the tines and transmission, use a stiff brush or a
dampened cloth.
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Clean the ventilator, and remove any remaining grass or dirt.
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Once cleaned, wipe the tine and shaft dry and apply a light coat of oil.

Tines Removal and Installation

Whenn tines invites poor performance and overload of motor.
Check before each use the tines situation. Sharpen or replace the tines with new one when
necessary. It is recommended to do this by a specialist.
Caution! Disconnect the mains and wear protective gloves.
To remove the complete tines from the shaft:
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Remove the bolts and nuts from the tines.
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Take off the outer tine set from shaft and inner tine in sequence.
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Reverse above steps to install tines.
Checking transmission lubricant
Drain screw plug (e) is located on the right side of transmission housing.
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Lay the tiller on its left side and clean the transmission to prevent dirt and debris before
remove the drain screw.
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Using a hex key 5mm to unscrew the plug and empty the oil from the transmission
housing.
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Fill up by using a grease gun with a high-quality, automotive-grade grease until it begins
to seep out around the edge of the hole of the nozzle.
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If necessary, disassemble tines.
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Check the O-ring (f) for sign of worn and damage, replace if necessary.
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Reinstall the drain screw plug.
Storage
The appliance should be stored in a dry and clean room and out of reach of children.
During extended periods of storage, during the winter for example, ensure that the appliance
is protected against corrosion and frost.
At the end of the season, or if the appliance is not to be used for longer than a month:
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Clean the appliance.
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Wipe over all metal surfaces with an oil-impregnated cloth to protect them from corrosion
(non-resinous oil), or spray a fine coat of oil onto them from a can.
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Fold the guide bar down, and store it in a suitable place.
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