Note: Recommended oil to use in the future is 10W-30, with
a minimum classification of SF/SG), added to the unit until
dipstick.
Note:
engine smoking, hard starting or spark plug fouling.
Replace and tighten the fill cap/dipstick firmly.3.
Checking the Oil Before Each Use
NOTE:
engine stopped.
Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe the dipstick 1.
clean.
Insert the cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not 2.
screw it in.
Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick. If the level is low, slowly 3.
add oil (10W-30, with a minimum classification of SF/SG)
Note:
engine smoking, hard starting or spark plug fouling.
Replace and tighten cap/dipstick firmly before starting 4.
engine.
Gasoline
Use automotive gasoline (unleaded or low leaded to minimize
combustion chamber deposits) with a minimum of 87 octane.
dirty gasoline. Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in the fuel tank.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.
Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where
the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. After refueling, make sure the
tank cap is closed properly and securely.
fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the
area is dry before starting the engine.
Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or
breathing of vapor.
Use extreme care when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine
indoors or while the engine is hot or running.
Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
Clean around fuel fill before removing cap to fuel.1.
A fuel level indicator is located inside of the fuel tank. Fill 2.
to overfill.
Transmission/Gear Oil
you should check the gear oil level at this time to make certain it
is correct.
NOTE: Do not operate the tiller if the gear oil level is low. Doing
so will result in severe damage to the transmission components.
With the tiller on level ground, pull the Depth Regulator 1.
Lever back and then all the way up until the lowest notch in
the lever is engaged. See Fig. 3-5.
Remove the oil fill plug from the transmission housing 2.
cover and locate the main drive shaft situated inside the
housing. See Fig. 3-6.
The gear oil level is correct if the gear oil is approximately 3.
halfway up the side of the main drive shaft.
If the oil level is low, refer to the Maintenance & 4.
Adjustments Section for instructions on adding gear oil.
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