Craftsman 486252443 tiller

User Manual - Page 10

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TILLER LUBRiCATiON
Check transmission oi{ levet after first 5 hours of
operation. Remove Oil Fill Plug (Fig. 10). Oil
Level must be even with the Plug Hole (with
Tiller level). If necessary, add Oil. Use SAE30
Non-Detergent Motor OiL Replace Oil Fill P_ug.
Check transmission oii leve_ after each 10 hours
of operation.
NOTE: It is not necessay to change the OH in
this Tiller Transmission. If for any reason it
must be changed, Oil capacity is 22 oz,
Clean engine as instructed in the engine
manual
Clean wheels, finish, etc. of aH foreign
matter.
o Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of
aHgasoline, oil, etc.
o 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,
OIL FILL PLUG
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TRANSMISSION
Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not
tamper with exhaust system. Damaged mufflers
or spark attesters could create a fire hazard.
inspect periodically and replace if necessary.
_f your engine is equipped with a spark arrester
screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for
cleaning and inspection. Replace if damaged.
RG. 10
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Always stop engine and
disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning,
lubricating or before performing any repairs
or maintenance.
Check oH level before each use and every 8 hours.
Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate
engine manual.
Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal
conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely
dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and
flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should
be serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the
separate engine manual.
Spark plug replacement is recommended every 100
hours or yearly. Check the engine manual for correct
plug type and gap specifications.
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