Owner`s manual

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ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Use only high quality detergent oit rated with API service
classification SF orSGo Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected temperature_
Disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance (except carburetor adjustment) to prevent
accidental starting of engine.
Prevent fires! Keep the engine free of grass, leaves, spilled oil, or fuel. Remove fuel from tank before tipping
unit for maintenance. Clean muffler area of all grass, dirt, and debris.
Do not touch hot muffler or cylinder fins as contact may cause burns°
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AIR CLEANER (See Fig. 20)
Service air cleaner cartridge every 25 hours of operation,
more often if engine is used in very dusty conditions.
= Remove the knob securing air cleaner cover.
• Remove air cleaner cover°
....... SAE VlSG_SiTYGRADES .................... °---Remove-wing-nut-and-cup_.
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0" 80_ _00_
,_F "20 _ 30 _ 32" 40" 60 °
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*30 _ -10 ° ....... O° t0 = 20 ° 30" 40"
TEMPERA_RE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
FIG. 18
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils(5W-30,10W-30, etc.)
improve starting in coldweather, these multi-viscosity oils
wilt result in increased oil consumptionwhen used above
32°F (0°C). Check yourengine oitlevel more frequentIy to
avoid possibleengine damage from runninglowon oil
Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and
every 25 hours thereafter or at least once a year ifthe tiller
is not used for 25 hours in one year°
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each five (5) hours of continuous use. Add SAE
30 motor oil or equivalenL Tighten oil filler plug securely
each time you check the oil level
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 18 and 19)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change°
All oit must meet API service classification SF or SG.,
. Be sure tiller is on level surface,,
. Oil will drain more freely when warm.,
. Use a funnelto prevent oit spill on tiller, and catch oil in
a suitable container,,
• Remove drain plug,,
° Tip tiller forward to drain oil
. After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely,,
° Remove oil filler ptug. Be careful not to allow dirt to
enter the engine.
• Refill engine with oil. See "CHECK ENGINE OIL
LEVEL" in the Operation section of this manual,,
OIL
DRAIN
PLU G ,_.\.,.
IL LEVEL
",OIL FILLER
PLUG
• Carefully remove air cleaner cartridge° Be careful. Do
not allow dirt or debris to fall into carburetor°
• Clean by tapping gently on a flat surface°
= tf very dirty, replace or washin a nonsudsing detergent
and warm water solution,, Rinse thoroughly with water
flowing from mesh side until water is clear. Allow
cartridge to stand and air dry thoroughly before using.
• Clean and replace cup, wing nut and cover. Tighten
wing nut and knob securely.
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CAUTION: Petroleum solvents, such |
as kerosene, are notto be used toclean
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cartridge. They may cause deteriora-
tion of the cartridge. Do not oil car-
tridge. Do not use pressurized air to
clean or dry cartridge.
KNOB
_UP
AIR CLEANER
CARTRIDGE
FIG, 20
COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 21)
Your engine is air cooled., For proper engine performance
and long life keep your engine clean.
° Clean air screen frequently using a stiff-bristled brush°
- Remove blower housing and clean as necessary,
° Keep cylinder fins free of dirt and chaff.
CYUNDER
FINS
AIR SCREEN
FIG. 19 15 FIG. 21