Craftsman 917295652 Owner’s Manual

Caution:

Read and follow

aH Safety Rumes and mnstructions

Before Operating

This Equipment

5,0 HP

71 C

UNTE

. Assembty

. Operation . Customer Responsibilities

* Service and Adjustments , Repair Parts

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Sears, Roebgck and Co., Hoffman Estates, mL60179 U.SoA.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Powered Rotary Tillers

TRAiNiNG

, Read the Owner's Manual carefully, Be thoroughly

familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage

the controls quickly.

o Never allow children to operate the equipment Never

allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.

o Keep the area of operation clear of atl persons, particu-

larly small children, and pets.

PREPARATWON

o Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment isto

be used and remove al! foreign objects.

, Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before

staring the en.gine (motor).

• Do not operate the equipment without wearing ad- equate outer garments. Wear footwear that will im- prove footing on slippery surfaces:

o Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. o Use an approved fuel container. o Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine. o Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel

tank indoors.

o Replace gasoline cap securely and clean up spilled

fuef before restarting:

o Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by

the manufacturer for nit units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors._

o Never attempt to make any adjustments while the

engine (motor') is running (except where specifically recommended by manufacturer).

OPERATION

Do not put handsoor feet near or under rotating parts.

Exercise extreme caution when operating on or cross- ing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not carry' passengers.

o After striking a foreign object, stop the engine (motor),

remove the wire from the spark plug, thorough!y in- spect the titler for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the tiller.

o Exercise caution to avoid slipping or fdting. o If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the

engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause.

Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

o Stop the engine (motor) when leaving the operating

position°

o Take all possible precautions when leaving the ma.-

chine unattended. Disengage the tines, shift into neutral_ and stop the engine.

o Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut Off the

engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.

Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire

away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. Disconnect the cord on etectric motors.

o Do not run the engine indoors; exhaust fumes are

dangerous.

o Never operate the tiifer without proper guards, ptates,

or other safety protective devices in place.

o Keep children and pets away. o Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to

tilt too deep at too fast a rate.

o Never operate the machine at high speeds on slippery

surfaces. Look behind and use care when backing.

o Never allow bystanders near the unit. o Use only attachments and accessories approved by

the manufacturer of the tiller (such as wheel weights, counterweights, cabs, and the like).

o Never operate the tWlerwithout good visibility or light.

o Be careful when tilling in hard ground. The tines may

catch inthe ground and propel the tiller forward. If this

occurs, let go of the handlebars and do not restrain the machine.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

o Keep machine, attachments, and accessories in safe

working condition_

o Check shear pins, engine mounting bolts, and other

bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

o Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside

a building where ignition sources are present, such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, and the like. Altow the engine to cool before storing in any

enclosure.

o Always refer to the operator's guide instructions for

important details if the tiller is to be stored for an

extended period.

° _MPORTANT --

CAUTIONS, IMPORTANTS, AND NOTES ARE A MEANS

OF ATTRACTING ATTENTION TO IMPORTANT OR CRITICAL INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL°

_MPORTANT: USED TO ALERT YOU THAT THERE IS A POSStBILITY OF DAMAGING TNIS EQUfPMENT.

NOTE: Gives essential information that wil! aid you to better understand, incorporate, or execute a particular set

of instructions,

Look for this symbol to poht out im- portant safety precautions, it means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

SAFETY mSJNVOLVEDo

CAUTION: Always dJscon#ect spark pBug w_re and place wire where it can° not contact spark plug in order to pre-

vent accidenta! starting when setting

up, transporting, adiusting or making repairs.

WARNING &

The engine exhaust from this product con- tains chemicals known to the State of Califor-

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears Tiller'.

It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to

give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problems you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest authorized Sears Service CentedDepartment. They have competent, well- trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair

this unit.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tiller properly.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL NUMBER 917.295652

SERIAL NUMBER

DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE

FOUND ON THE MODEL PLATE ATTACHED TO

THE TOP OF THE TRANSMISSION. YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER

AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP tN A SAFE

PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPEC_FICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 5.0 HP

DISPLACEMENT: 9.03 cu. in. (!48cc)

GASOLINE CAPACITY: 4 Quarts

Unleaded Regular

OIL (APt-SF/SG): SAE 30 (Above 32°F)

(CAPACITY:20 oz.) SAE 5W_30(Be!ow 32°F)

SPARK PLUG : Champion (GAP: .030") RJ19LM (STD361458)

MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this prod-

uct. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.

CUSTOMER RESPONSJBmLmES

o Read and observe the safety rules. o Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and

using your tiller. Follow the instructions under the "Customer

Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections ofthis Owner's Manual.

IMPORTANT: THiS UNiT iS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED ON OR NEAR ANY UNIMPROVED FOREST-COVERED, BRUSH-COVERED OR GRASS COVERED LAND UNLESS THE

ENGINE'S EXHAUST SYSTEM IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPARK ARRESTER MEETING APPLICABLE LOCAL OR STATE LAWS (IF ANY). iF A SPARK ARRESTER IS USED, IT SHOULD BE MAINTAtNED iN EFFECTIVE WORKING ORDER BY

THE OPERATOR.

IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA THE ABOVE tS REQUIRED BY LAW (SECTION 4442 OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE), OTHER STATES MAY HAVE SIMILAR LAWS. FEDERAL LAWS APPLY ON FEDERAL [_ANDS.

SEE YOUR SEARS AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER!DEPARTMENT FOR SPARKARRESTER. REFER TO THE REPAIR PARTS SECTION OF THIS MANUAL, FOR PART NUMBER.

UMJTEB TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TroLLER

For two years from date of purchase, when this Craftsman Tiller is maintained, lubricated, and tuned up according to the operating and maintenance instructions in the owner's manual, Sears will repair free of charge any defect in

material or workmanship. This Warranty does not cover: o Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as tines, spark plugs, air cleaners and belts.

o Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including bent crankshafts and the failure to

maintain the equipment according to the instructions contained in the owneCs manual.

• if this Craftsman Tiller is used for commercial or renta! purposes, this Warranty applies for only 30 days from the

date of purchase.

WARRANTY SERVICE iS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN TILLER TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES° THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES°

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state°

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS 60179

NDEX

TABLE OF CONTENTS

MAmNTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 13

SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS ................................ 15-18

STORAGE .................................................................... t9

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 20

REPAIR PARTS-TILLER ....................................... 21-27

REPAIR PARTSoENG_NE ....................................... 28°33

SERViCE/PARTS ORDERING ............... BACK COVER

Accessories ...................................... 5

Adjustments:

Carburetor ................................... 18

Depth Stake ............................. ! 0

Handle Height .......................... t 5

Side Shie!ds .......................... 11

Throttle .................................... 18

Tines ...................................... 17

Vo-Belt(Ground Drive) ............. 16

Ab Cleaner .................................... !4

Belt:

Belt Guard ................................. ! 6

Repair Parts ............................. 22

V-.Belt (Ground Drive) ............. 16

Cooling System ............................. 14

Controls:

Choke ............................................ 9

Throttle ...................................... 9

Drive (Tines) ............................. g

Cultivating ...................................... 12

Customer Responsibilities:

Air Cleaner .............................. t4

Cooling System ....................... 14

Finish ........................................ 15

Maintenance Schedule ........... ! 3

Muffler ...................................... 15

Oil Change ............................... 14

Spark Plug ................................ 15

Tines ....................................... t 7

Transmission ......................... 15

V°Bett (Ground Drive) ............. 16

Depth Stake:

Adiustment ............................... 10

Repair Parts ............................. 25

Engine:

Air Cleaner .............................. 14

Cooling System ....................... t 4

Fuel Type ................................ 11

Engine (cont'd)

Lubrication ............................... 14

Oi! Leve! ................................... 11

Oil Type ............................. 1t ,14

Spark P_ug.............................. I5

Starting ................................... 12

Stopping ................................... I 0

Storage ................................... 19

Winter Operation ..................... 14

Fuel:

Fifling Tank ........................... 1t

Storage ................................... 19

_ype ........................................ 11

Finish:

Maintenance ........................... t5

Handle:

Height Adiustment ................... 15

Repair Parts ............................ 21

Lubrication:

Lubrication Chartol ................... t3

Engine ..................................... 14

Muffler:

Maintenance .......................... t 5

Spark Attester ........................... 3

Oil:

Level ....................................... 11

Type .......................... ......... !.1,14

Operation:

Cultivating ............................... 12

Fill Fuel Tank .......................... 11

Starting Engine ....................... 12

Stopping Tines & Engine ........ 10

Tilling ...................................... 10

Til!ing Hints ............................. 12

Tine Operation ......................... 10

Transporting Tiller ................... 11

Winter Operation ..................... 14

Repair Parts:

Tiller ..................................... 2l-27

Engine ............................... 28°33

Rules for Safe Operation ................ 2

Service & Adjustments:

Carburetor ................................ t8

Handle Height ........................ 15

Side Shields ............................ t I

Throttle .................................... 18

Tines ................ :...................... 17

V-Belt (Ground Drive) ............. 16

Wheels ..................................... 15

Service:

Repair Parts ....................... 21-33

Service Record ....................... 13

Shear Pins:

Operation ................................ !2

Repair Parts ........................ 26

Spark Plug:

Gap ............................................ 3

Maintenance ........................... 15

Storage:

Fuel System ............................ 19

Tiller ........................................ 19

Tiltin9 .................................... :_ 10,12

Tines:

Arrangement/Replacement ..... 17

Operation .................................. 10

Repair Parts ............................. 26

Shear Pins .............................. 12

Transmission:

Maintenance ........................... 15

Repair Parts ............................ 24

Troubleshooting ............................. 20

Transporting ................................... 11

Warranty ........................................... 3

Wheels:

Removal .................................. 15

Repair Parts ............................. 23

IES

These accessories were availabUe when the tiller was purchased, They are 8JSOavailabme at most Sears Retail out_ets and Service Centers. Most Sears Stores can order repair parts for you when you provide the model number of your

tiller,

ENGINE

SPARK PLUG MUFFLER

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TILLER PERFORMANCE

FURROW OPENER

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TroLLER MAmNTENANCE

BELT TINES SHEAR P_N HAIRPEN CUP

AR F_LTER GAS CAN ENGINE OiL

STABmLIZER

Your new tiller has been assembled at the factory with exception of thOse parts left unassembled for shipping purposes, To ensure safe and proper ooeration of your tiller all parts and hardware you assemble must be hghtened securely, Use the

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness,

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are isted.

(I) Utility knife (i) Wire cuttel (1) Screwdriver

(1) Tire oressure gauge (!) Pair of pliers (1) 9/16" wrench

OPERATOR'S PO%T_ON (See Fig. 1}

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manua! it

means when you are in the operating position (standing behind titler handles),

FRONT

LE_

OPEF_ATOR'S POSIT_ON

RG., t

RIGHT

(2) Handle Locks

(I) Flat Washer t3/32 x 1 x tl Ga.

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

(2) Carriage Bo!ts 3/8-t6 UNC x ! Gr. 5 (2) Center Locknuts 3/8_16 UNC

(1) Cable Clip (1) Handle Lock Lever

(2) Hairpin Clips

(1) Pivot BoJt 3/8o16 UNC Grade 5

Extra Shear Pins

UNPACKING CARTON (See Fig. 2)

Uof exposed

_ staples when handNing or disposing of

_ _teriaL

IMPORTANT: WHEN UNPACKING ANDASSEMBUNG

TILLER, BE CAREFUL NOT TO STRETCH OR KINK

CABLES.

o While holding handle assembly, cut cable ties secudng

handle assembly to top frame and depth stake, Let handle assembly rest on tiller.

o Remove top frame of carton.

• Slowly ease handle assemUy up and place on top of carton.

Cut down right hand front and right hand rear corners of carton, lay side carton wall down.

o Remove packing material from handle assembly. o Separate shift rod from handle assembly:

SHIFT ROD

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HANDLE

ASSEMBLY

F_G. 2

WNSTALL HANDLE (See Figs, 3, 4, and 5)

o hlsert one handle lock (with teeth facing outward) in

gearcase notch. (Apply grease on smooth side of handle lock to aid in keeping lock in place until handle assembly is lowered into position.)

VIEW FRO_I R.HoSMDEOF T_LLER

\ HANDLE ASSEMBLY

GEAROASE

NOTCH

HANDLE

Grasp handle assembly° Hold in "up" position. Be sure

handle lock remains in gearcase notch. Slide handle

assembly into position.

HANDLE ASSEMBLY "UP" POSiTiON

LOCK LEVER TO HOLD

LOOSEN HANDLE LOCK LEVER TO

MOVE

HANDLE

FiG. 4

o Rotate handle assembly down. insert rear carriage

bolt first, with head of bolt on L.H. side of tiller and loosely assemble locknut. (See Fig. 5)

hsert pivot bolt in front part of plate.

® Cut down rear' panel of carton.

Lower the handle assembly, Tighten bolts so handte moves with some resistance. This will al!ow for easier

adjustment. Place flat washer on threaded end of handte lock !ever.

Insert handle lock tever through handle base and gearcase, Screw in handle lock lever just enough to hold lever in place.

fflsert second handle lock (with teeth inward) in the slot of the handle base (just inside of washer)

With handle assembly in lowest position, securely tighten handle lock lever by rotating clockwise. Leavo

ing handle assembly in lowest position wil! make it easier to remove tiller from carton.

HANDLE

LOCK

FLAT WASHER

HANDLE LOCK

LEVER

REAR

CARRIAGE

BOLT

GEARCASE

SLOT

HANDLE BASE

LOCKNUT

PIVOT

BOLT

RG. 5

ASSE@ LY

CONNECT SHIFT ROD (See Fig, 6)

o Insert end of shift rod farthest from bend into hole of

shift lover indicator.

• Insert hairpin dip through hole of shift rod to secure. o hsert other end of shift rod into hole in shift lever.

o Insert second hairpin clip through hole of shift rod.

ATTACH TH_S END

TO SH_FT LEVER

ATTACH TH_S END TO SH{R °

REMOVE T_LLER FROM CRATE

o Make sure shift _ever indicator is in "N" (neutral) posi-

tion (See Fig. 6)

o Tilt tiller forward by lifting handle° Separate cardboard

cover from leveling shield,

o Rotate tiller handle to the right and pull titler out of

carton.

_NSERT CABLE CUP (See Fig. 7)

o Insert plastic cable clip into hole on the back of handle

column. Pu,_ncables into clip,

COLUMN HANDLE ////

CABLES

DABLE CUP

SH_FT

SHIFT ROD

RG, 7

CHECK T_RE PRESSURE

The tires on your unit were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes, Correct and equal tire pressure is important for best tilling ped_ormanco.

o Reduce tire pressure to 20 PS1.

HANDLE HEIGHT

o Handle height may be adjusted to better suit operator.

(See "TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manua!).

_/ HNRPIN CUP

RGo 6

KNOW YOUR TILLER

READ THIS OWNER'S r_ANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TJLLERo Compare the illustrations with your filler to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments, Save

this manual for future reference.

These symboJs may appesr on your Til_er or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their

meaning.

RUN

CAUTION FAST SLOW FUEL

OR WARNING

BAR

DEPTH STAKE

LEVEUNG

SHIELD

ON OFF

THROTTLE

CONTROL

SP_FT LEVER

SH_FT LEVER INDICATOR

CHOKEENGINE ENGINE

OIL STOP 0

CHOKECONTROL

FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE

STOP SW_TCH

OUTER S_DE SHELD

MEETS ANS_ SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Our tillers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

CHOKE CONTROL _Used when starting a cold engine. DEPTH STAKE oControls depth at which tiller wilt dig, DEPTH STAKE - Controls forward speed and the depth at

which the tiller win dig.

DEPTH STAKE PIVOT _Controls pivoting action of depth stake,

DRIVE CONTROL BAR --Used to engage tines. FORWARD T_NE CONTROL o Engages tines in forward

direction.

REVERSE TINE CONTROL o Engages tines in reverse

direction.

FiG° 8

CULTmVATING SHIELDS oEngages tines LEVELING SHIELD - Levels tilled soil.

OUTER SIDE SHIELD - Adjustable to protect small ptants

from being buried.

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE o Used to start the engine, SHIFT LEVER - Used to shift transmission gears,

SHIFT LEVER iNDiCATOR oShows which gear the transo mission is in,

THROTTLE CONTROL - Controls engine speed, STOP SW_TCH - Used to stop engine. Must be in "ON"

position when starting engine.

The operation of any tiller can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can

result in severe eye damage. Ab,'_ays wear safety g_asses or eye shields before starting your tiller and while tH_ingo We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety 9_asseso

HOW TO USE YOUR TILLER

Know how to operate all controls before adding fuel and oil or attempting to start engine.

STOPPING (See Fig. 9)

TINES AND DRIVE

• ReEeasedrive control bar to stop movement,

• Move shift lever to "N" (neutral) position. ENGINE

o Move throttle centre! to "STOP" position. o Never use choke to stop engine.

DRIVE CONTROL, BAR "ENGAGED" POSITION

THROTTLE

SHIFT LEVER

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DRIVE CONTROL BAR "DISENGAGED" POSJT_ON

F_Go9

T_NE OPERATION ° WtTH WHEEL DR!VE

Always release drive control bar before moving shift lever into another position,,

o TiRe movement is achieved by moving shift lever to"T"

(till) position and engaging drive control bar,

DEPTH STAKE (See Fig, 10)

The depth stake can be raised or lowered to allow you more versati!e tilling and cultivating, or to more easily transport

your tiller.

_'_" TRANSPORT

SHALLOWEST _ T_LL_NG

DEEPEST _/_'*

TtLL_NG

STAKE

DEPTH __

F1Got 0

TILUNG (See Fig. 11) o Re.lease depth stake pin, Putl the depth stake up for

increased tilling depth. Place depth stake pin in hole of

depth stake to lock in position, o Place shift lever indicator in "T" position. o HoJd the drive control bar agains_ the handle to start

tilling movement. Tines and wheels witl both turn. o Move throttle control to "FAST" position for deep tilting.

To cultivate, throttle control can be set at any desired

speed, depending on how fast or slow you wish to

cultivate.

ItMPORTANT: ALWAYS RELEASE DRIVE CONTROL BAR BEFORE MOVING SHIFT LEVER _NTO ANOTHER

POSITION.

DEPTH STAKE P_N "RELEASED" POSIT_ON

POS_TION

FORWARD °WHEELS ONLYP£1NES STOPPED

o Release drive control bar and move shift lever indicator

to "P (forward) position. Engage drive contro! bar and tiller wilt move fopNard.

REVERSE oWHEELS ONLYzTmNES STOPPED

* DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND T!LLER. o Release the drive controt bar. o Move throttle controt to "SLOW" position.

o Move shift lever indicator to "R" (reverse) position. o Hold drive control bar against the- handle to start tiller

movemertto

NUT "A"

OUTER S_DE SHIELD

FIG. 11

TURNmNG

Release the drive controJ bar.

Move throttle control to "SLOW" position. Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) position.

Tines will not turn.

Lift handle to raise tines out of ground. Swing the handle in the opposite direction you wish to

turn, being careful to keep feet and legsaway from tines.

When you have completed your turnoaround, release the drive control bar and lower handle. Place shift lever

in "T" (till) position and move throttle control to desired speed. To begin tilling, hold ddve control bar against

the handle.

OUTER SIDE SHELDS (See Fig. 11)

The front edges of the outer side shields are slotted so that the shields can be raised for deep tilling and lowered for

shallow tilling to protect small plants from being buried.

Loosen nut 'W' in slot and nut "B", Move shield to desired position (both sides). Retighten nuts.

Engine oil should be to point of overflowing. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECiFiCA-

TIONS" on page 3 of this manual. All oil must meet A.P.I. Service Classification SF or SG.

o For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See oil viscosity chart in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

o To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibili-

ties section in this manual.

OiL

NLLER

DRA_N

PLUG

FIGo 12

TO TRANSPORT

92 allow tiller engine and muff_er to

col Disconnect spark p_ug wire. Prain

AUTION: Before _ifting or transpo_l.- asoHne from fuel tank.

AROUND THE YARD

o Release the depth stake pin. Move the depth stake

down to the top hoie for transporting the tiller. Place depth stake pin in hole of depth stake to lock inposition°

This prevents tines from scuffing the ground°

o Place shift lever indicator in "F" (forward) position for

transporting.

o Hold the drive control bar against the handle to start

tiller movement. Tines win not turn, o Move thrattle control Io desired speed. AROUND TOWN o Disconnect spark ptug wire.

o Drain fuel tank,

Transport in upright position to prevent oil leakage°

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

#aPORTANT: BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW DIRT TO ENTER THE ENGINE WHEN CHECKING OR ADDING

OiL OR FUEL. USE CLEAN OIL AND FUEL AND STORE iN APPROVED, CLEAN, COVERED CONTAINERS. USE CLEAN FiLL FUNNELS.

CHECK ENGINE OiL LEVEL (See Fig. 12)

o The engine in your unit has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with SAE 30 summer weight oil. o With engine level, clean area around oil filler plug and

remove plug.

ADD GASOMNE

Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and tend oxide deposits and reduce valve life.)

_MPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°F (0_C), USE FRESH, CLEAN, WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP iNSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (catled gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of

acids during storage_ Acidic gas can damage the fueJ system of an engine while in storage° To avoid er_gine

probtems_ the fue_ system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or !ongero Drain the gas tank, start the

engine and let it run until the fuet lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fue_ ne×t season° See Storage section

of this manuat for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products inthe fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: FiNto within 1/2 inch of top of fuem tank to prevent, spH_s and to allow for fuel e×pans_Ono If gasoline is accidentally sp_Hed, move machine away from area of spi& Avoid creating any source of ignition until gasoline vapors have disappeared.

Do not overfill Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store, spi!l or use gaso- line near an open flame.

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