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CHAPTER 5
MAINTAINING THE DR ROTO-HOG POWER TILLER
This chapter covers regular maintenance procedures that will ensure the best performance and long life of
your DR ROTO-HOG POWER TILLER. For Engine maintenance, please refer to the Engine Owner’s
Manual that came with your machine. Service intervals listed in the checklist below supercede those listed
in the Engine Owner’s Manual.
WHEN PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, YOU MUST FIRST SHUT OFF THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE (5)
MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO COOL AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE, KEEPING IT AWAY
FROM THE SPARK PLUG.
Regular Maintenance Checklist
NOTE: Consider that the service intervals shown are the maximum under normal operating conditions. Increase
frequencies under extremely dirty or dusty conditions.
Procedure
Before Each
Use
Every 8-10
Hours
Every 35
Hours
Check the Engine Oil Level
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Clean the Tines and Debris Shield*
After each use
Check the general condition of the machine,
e.g. nuts, bolts, welds, etc.
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Clean Engine Exterior & Cooling Fins
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Check the Tines Shear Pins for wear
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Grease the Tines Shaft
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Check Battery Voltage
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Clean Air Filter
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Inspect the Tine Drive Belt for wear
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Check Tines for Wear
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Change Engine Oil
NOTE: 1
st
time 5 hrs.
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Replace Air Filter and Pre-cleaner
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Replace the Tine Drive Belt
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Replace Spark Plug
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* Cover the Engine Muffler, Carburetor, and Air Filter before using a hose to clean the Tines and Debris
Shield. Do not use a power washer; this may force water through the seals of the Actuator.
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