Operator`s manual

OPERATION
ENGINECONTROLS
IMPORTANT: The engine is
equipped with a recoil starter, a han-
dlebar-mounted engine throttle lever,
and a choke control The locations
and functions of each of these con-
trols are described below.
RecoilStarter
The recoil starter (G, Figure 3-7) is
used to "pull-start" the engine.
Before pulling the recoil starter han-
dle, make sure there are no obsta-
cles behind you. See "Engine Start-
ing and Stopping" in this section for
detailed engine starting instructions.
EngineChoke Lever
are three settings: FULL
CHOKE, PARTIAL CHOKE
and NO CHOKE. Detailed in-
structions for using the choke
lever are provided later in this
section.
EngineThrottle Lever
The throttle lever (I, Inset to
Figure 3-7) is used to adjust
engine speed as well as stop
the engine.
Use the START position when
starting the engine. Use the
SLOW position when idling
the engine. Pull the lever all
the way back to the STOP po-
sition to turn the engine off.
The choke lever (H, Figure 3-7) al-
lows a richer air/gas mixture to make
starting a cold engine easier. There
Figure3-7:Enginecontrols--RecoilStarter(G);
ThrottleLever(H);ChokeLever(I).
BEFORESTARTINGENGINE
AddMot_)r011to Engine
The tiller is shipped without oil in the
engine. Permanent engine damage
will result if the engine is run without
oil.
1. Only use high quality detergent oil
with API service classification SF,
SG, SH, or SH/CD. Above 32OF,use
SAE 30; below 320F, use 5W30. Do
nat.use SAE 10W40 oil
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[ colder.._----._- 32OF-.-----.._ warmer]
5W30 I SAE30 ) ]/
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils
(5W30, 10W30, etc.) improve start-
ing in cold weather, these oils will re-
sult in increased oil consumption
when used above 32OF. Check
engine oil more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from run-
ning low on oil.
Figure3-8:Addmotoroil totheengineus.
ingtheoilfill tube(J).
2. With the tiller on level ground, pull
the Depth Regulator Lever (Figure
3-4) back and then all the way up
until the lowest notch in the lever is
engaged.
3. Unscrew the engine oil dipstick
(J, Figure 3-8) from the oil fill tube.
Using a clean funnel, slowly add oil
into the oil fill tube until the oil level
reaches the FULL mark reading on
the oil dipstick. While adding oil,
check the level several times with
the dipstick so as to avoid overfilling
the engine with oil. ALWAYS MAIN-
TAIN THE OIL LEVEL AT THE FULL
MARK.
4. Securely replace the oil dipstick.
IMPORTANT: Experience indicates
that alcohol-blended fuels (gasohol or
using ethanol or methanol) can at-
tract moisture which leads to separa-
tion and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can dama_j_ the '
fuel system of an engine while in stor-
age. To avoid problems, the fuel sys-
tem should be emptied before stor-
age for 30 days or longer. Drain the
gas tank, start the engine and let it
run until the fuel lines and carburetor
are empty. Use fresh fuel next sea-
son. See STORAGE instructions for
additional information. Never use en-
gine or carburetor cleaner products in
the fuel tank or permanent damage
may occur.
Pre-StartChecklist
Move the tiller to a level area,
then make the following checks and
perform the following services before
starting the engine.
1. Disconnect Spark Plug Wire.
2. Add motor oil to engine. (Refer to
instructionson this page.)
3. Check the Air Cleaner. It must be
securely assembled and clean.
4. Check Safety Guards. All guards
and covers must be fastened securely.
5. Check Engine Cooling System.
The cooling fins and air intake
screen must be clear of debris.
6. Adjust Handlebar Height.
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7, Put Gasoline in the Fuel Tank..
(Refer to instructions on next page.)
Use fresh, clean, unleaded regular
fuel. Fuel goes stale if stored for
more than six months. Do Not Mix
Oil With Gasoline!
8. Put Depth Regulator Lever in the
"travel" position.
9. Reconnect Spark Plug Wire.