SERVICING THE TILLER
The following information will help you make the necessary checks and perform the procedures
required to follow the normal care recommendations made for your tiller unit.
If you prefer, your local authorised dealer can make these checks and perform the required
procedures for you.
CHANGE FORWARD/REVERSE BELT
WARNING!
To prevent accidental starting:
Engine must be turned off and cooled down. Spark plug wire must be removed
and secured from spark plug before checking and adjusting engine or equipment.
CAUTION!
Do not operate tiller before reading the engine manual provided in the parts
packet.
WARNING!
Temperature of muffler and nearby areas may exceed 150°F. Avoid these areas.
IMPORTANT!
Engine can overheat and become damaged if debris blocks the cooling system or
rotating screen.
Never run engine without complete air cleaner installed on engine.
1.
Turn off the engine. Engine must be cool.
2.
Remove the spark plug wire and secure it from the spark plug.
3.
Remove the belt guard.
- Remove the forward belt from the forward engine pulley:
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Gently pull the engine recoil rope to rotate the pulley.
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With the pulley turning, force the forward belt out of the V-groove.
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Slide the belt free of the engine pulley.
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Pull the forward belt down and out of the way.
- Remove the reverse belt from the reverse engine pulley:
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Gently pull the engine recoil rope to rotate the pulley.
With the pulley turning, force the reverse belt out of the V-groove.
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