o Inserttabson cover !nto slots in base MUFFLER ,_cnd screws securely. tighten cover AUTION. Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean cartridge. They may cause deterioration of the cartridge° Do not oil cartridge° Do not use pressurized air to clean or dry car -_ tridgeo COOLING SYSTEM Your engine is air cooled. For proper engineperformanceand longlifekeep your engine clean. ,, Clean air screen frequently using a stiff- bristled brush. o Remove blower housing and clean as necessary, Keep cylinderfinsfreeofdirtand chaff. Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with exhaust system_ Damaged mufflers or spark arresters could create a fire hazard.
Inspect periodically and re- place if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for cleaning and inspection. Replace if dam- aged. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling season or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comes first° Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 4 of this manual. TRANSMISSION Your transmission is sealed and will only require lubricationif se_iced. __ Blower Housing CLEANING ° Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. o Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.
= Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. ' We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your unit unless the muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life. Air Screen ,_CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come into contact with plug. TILLER Handle (High) Position TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions. Handle height will be dif- ferent when tiller digs into soil ° First loosen handle lock lever. ° Handle can be positioned at different settings between =HIGH" and "LOW" positions.
° Retighten handle lock lever securely after adjusting. __ :: '_-:__ Handle Lock Lever Hand__ 15