General Recommendations; Maintenance - Craftsman 486.252445 Owner's Manual

36" tow-behind universal tiller
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that
have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
To receive full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain unit as instructed in this manual.
Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean
or replace air filter, and check tines and belts for wear.
A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper
air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and
last longer.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
All adjustments in the SERVICES AND ADJUSTMENTS
section of this manual should be checked at least once
each season.
BEFORE
EACH USE
Check engine oil level.
Check tine operation.
Check for loose fasteners
LUBRICATION
Keep unit well lubricated. See LUBRICATION CHART.
Refer to the engine manual for instructions on engine maintenance.
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
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Fill in dates as you
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complete regular service.
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Check Engine Oil Level
X
Change Engine Oil
X
Service air cleaner precleaner
Service air cleaner cartridge
Replace spark plug
Clean cooling system
Check valve clearance
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Service Dates
Check for loose fasteners
X
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Lubricate Tiller
Lubricate Tiller Transmission
*Change oil every 25 hours when operating the engine under heavy load or in high temperatures.
**Clean more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present. Replace air cleaner parts, if very dirty.
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REFER TO SEPARATE ENGINE OPERATING &
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
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REFER TO MAINTENANCE, TILLER
LUBRICATION
SECTION
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GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE PIVOT POINTS.
VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND
DIRT THAT CAN CAUSE WEAR ON PIVOT POINTS. IF
YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A
DRY POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT.
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TINE SHAFT
FIGURE 9
ENGINE
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