Western Auto Wizard MTD2105A98 Operation manual
Manual
No.
62-254
Western
Auto
OPERATION
AND
SERVICE
INSTRUCTIONS
Wizard
Front
Tine
Tiller
.
STOCK
NUMBER
MODEL
NUMBER
94-2105-8
MTD2105A98
FACTORY
NUMBER
219-355-098
Thank
you
for
purchasing
an
American-built
product.
INDEX
Safe
Operation
Practices.3
Assembly.^
Controls.10
Operation.10
How
To
Use
Your
Tiller.10
Adjustments.13
Lubrication.14
Maintenance.14
Off-Season
Storage.16
Trouble
Shooting
Guide.16
Engine
Operation
and
Maintenance
Instructions.17-20
Illustrated
Parts
for
Tiller.21-25
Illustrated
Parts
for
Engine.26-30
Parts
Information.Back
Cover
INSTRUCTIONS
GIVEN
WITH
THIS
SYM¬
BOL
ARE
FOR
PERSONAL
SAFETY.
BE
SURE
TO
FOLLOW
THEM.
WIZARD
TILLER
WARRANTY
MTD2002A98,
MTD2105A98,
MTD3109A98
and
MTD4109A98
1
YEAR
LIMITED
WARRANTY
This
Wizard
tiller
will
be
repaired
without
charge
by
Western
Auto
Supply
Company
if
it
fails
due
to
defective
materials
or
workmanship
within
one
year
of
purchase
date.
For
repair
service
return
tiller
with
proof
of
purchase
date
to
any
participating
Western
Auto
Store.
Excluded
from
this
warranty
is
any
unit
which
has
been
altered,
misused,
abused,
used
for
com¬
mercial
or
rental
use.
Repair
by
other
than
a
Western
Auto
authorized
service
facility
is
also
ex¬
cluded.
This
warranty
does
not
cover
minor
mechanical
adjustments
which
are
not
due
to
defects
in
material
or
workmanship.
For
assistance
in
making
such
adjustments,
consult
your
owner’s
manual.
Also
excluded
from
Western
Auto’s
warranty
is
the
engine
used
on
Wizard
tillers
which
is
warranted
by
the
engine
manufacturer.
Repair
service
arrangements
for
the
engine
may
be
handled
through
any
participating
Western
Auto
Store.
If
difficulty
is
encountered
in
having
this
warranty
honored,
contact:
Western
Auto
Supply
Com¬
pany,
Consumer
Affairs
Section,
General
Service
Department,
2107
Grand
Avenue,
Kansas
City,
Missouri
64108.
This
warranty
gives
you
specific
legal
rights,
and
you
may
also
have
other
rights
which
vary
from
state
to
state.
WARNING:
This
unit
is
equipped
with
an
internal
combustion
engine
and
should
not
be
used
on
or
near
any
unim¬
proved
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
maintained
in
effective
working
order
by
the
operator.
In
the
State
of
California
the
above
is
required
by
law
(Section
4442
of
the
California
Public
Resources
Code).
Other
states
may
have
similar
laws.
Federal
laws
apply
on
federal
lands.
A
spark
arrester
for
the
muffler
is
available
through
participating
Western
Auto
Stores.
2
AC
WARNING
\
To
reduce
the
potential
for
any
injury,
comply
with
the
following
safety
instructions.
Failure
to
comply
with
the
instructions
may
result
in
personal
injury.
SAFE
OPERATION
PRACTICES
FOR
TILLERS
1.
It
is
suggested
that
this
manual
be
read
in
its
entirety
before
attempting
to
assemble
or
operate
this
unit.
Keep
this
manual
in
a
safe
place
for
future
reference
and
for
ordering
replacement
parts.
2.
Your
tiller
is
a
precision
piece
of
power
equip¬
ment.
not
a
plaything.
Therefore,
exercise
ex¬
treme
caution
at
all
times.
3.
Read
this
Owner’s
Manual
carefully.
Be
thoroughly
familiar
with
the
controls
and
the
proper
use
of
the
equipment.
4.
Never
allow
children
to
operate
a
power
tiller.
Only
persons
well
acquainted
with
these
rules
of
safe
operation
should
be
allowed
to
use
your
tiller.
5.
No
one
should
operate
this
un
t
while
intoxi¬
cated
or
while
taking
medicaticn
that
impairs
the
senses
or
reactions.
6.
Keep
the
area
of
operation
clear
of
all
per¬
sons.
particularly
small
children
and
pets.
7.
Do
not
operate
equipment
when
barefoot
or
wearing
open
sandals.
Always
wear
substan¬
tial
footv/ear.
8.
Do
not
wear
loose
fitting
clothing
that
could
get
caught
on
the
tiller.
9.
Do
not
start
the
engine
unless
the
shift
lever
is
in
the
neutral
(N)
position.
10.
Do
not
stand
in
front
of
the
tiller
while
starting
the
engine.
11.
Do
not
place
feet
and
hands
on
or
near
the
tines
when
starting
the
engine
or
while
the
engine
is
running.
12.
Never
attempt
to
make
a
wheel
or
depth
bar
adjustment
while
the
engine
is
running.
13.
Do
not
leave
the
tiller
unattended
with
the
engine
running.
14.
Do
not
walk
in
front
of
the
tiller
while
the
engine
is
running.
15.
Check
the
fuel
before
starting
the
engine.
Gasoline
is
an
extremely
flammable
fuel.
Do
not
fill
gasoline
tank
indoors,
when
the
engine
is
running,
or
while
the
engine
is
still
hot.
Wipe
off
any
spilled
gasoline
before
starting
the
engine
as
it
may
cause
a
fire
or
explosion.
16.
Do
not
run
the
engine
while
indoors.
Exhaust
gases
are
deadly
poisonous.
17.
Be
careful
not
to
touch
the
muffler
after
the
engine
has
been
running.
It
is
hot.
18.
Do
not
change
the
engine
governor
settings
or
overspeed
the
engine.
Excessive
engine
speeds
are
dangerous.
19.
Before
any
maintenance
work
is
performed
or
adjustments
are
made,
remove
the
spark
plug
wire
and
ground
it
on
the
engine
block
for
added
safety.
20.
Use
caution
when
tilling
near
buildings
and
fences.
Rotating
tines
can
cause
damage
or
injury.
21.
Before
attempting
to
remove
rocks,
bricks
and
other
objects
from
tines,
stop
the
engine
and
be
sure
the
tines
have
stopped
completely.
Disconnect
the
spark
plug
wire
and
ground
to
prevent
accidental
starting.
22.
Check
the
tine
and
engine
mounting
bolts
at
frequent
Intervals
for
proper
tightness.
23.
Keep
all
nuts,
bolts
and
screws
tight
to
be
sure
the
equipment
is
in
safe
working
condi¬
tion.
24.
Never
store
the
equipment
with
gasoline
in
the
tank
inside
of
a
building
where
fumes
may
reach
an
open
flame
or
spark.
Allow
the
engine
to
cool
before
storing
in
any
enclosure.
3
■
^NOTE
This
unit
is
shipped
WITHOUT
GAS¬
OLINE
or
OIL.
After
assembly,
see
separate
engine
section
of
this
manual
for
proper
fuel
and
engine
oil
recom¬
mendations.
■
^NOTE
Right
and
left
hand
is
determined
when
standing
behind
the
tiller
in
the
operating
position.
»—IT
"-TUT
F—.^0)
FIGURE
1.
ASSEMBLY
INSTRUCTIONS
Tools
Required
for
Assembly:
(2)
1/2"
Wrenches
or
Sockets*
(2)
9/16"
Wrenches
or
Sockets*
(1)
Adjustable
Wrench
(1)
Phillips
Screwdriver
(1)
Flat
Blade
Screwdriver
*The
adjustable
wrench
may
be
used
in
place
of
one
of
the
wrenches.
UNPACKING
Remove
the
tiller
and
loose
parts
from
the
carton.
Make
certain
all
parts
and
literature
have
been
removed
before
the
carton
is
discarded.
Extend
all
control
cables
and
place
on
the
floor.
Be
careful
not
to
bend
or
kink
control
cables.
Parts
in
Carton:
Tiller
Handle
Panel
Assembly
Depth
Stake
Tailpiece
Hardware
Pack
-^—Contents
of
Hardware
Pack;
(See
Figure
1)
A
(1)
U-Clevis
Pin
B
(4)
Hairpin
Clips
C
(3)
Clevis
Pins
0
(6)
Hex
Bolts
3/8-16
x
1"
Long
£
(2)
Belleville
Washers
3/8"
I.D.
F
(6)
Lock
Washers
3/8"
I.D.
G
(6)
Hex
Nuts
3/8-16
Thread
J
(1)
Phillips
Head
Self-Tapping
Screw
K
(1)
Left
Hand
Cable
Hold-Down
(Black)
L
(1)
Right
Hand
Cable
Hold-Down
(Brown)
M
(2)
Self-Tapping
Screws
N
(3)
Cable
Ties
TAILPIECE
INSTALLATION
Slide
the
tailpiece
into
the
frame.
If
necessary,
loosen
the
two
bolts
on
each
side
of
the
frame
as
shown
in
figure
2
in
order
to
insert
the
tailpiece.
Secure
with
“U"-
clevis
pin
(A)
and
hairpin
clip
(B).
Tighten
the
bolts
on
—the
frame.
See
figure
2.
■
i^NOTE
The
U-clevis
pin
which
secures
the
tailpiece
can
be
set
for
two
different
methods
of
operation.
Refer
to
“Swinging
Tailpiece/Depth
Stake”
section
on
page
11.
FIGURE
2.
4
DEPTH
STAKE
INSTALLATION
Slide
the
depth
stake
into
the
tailpiece
to
desired
depth.
Pointed
end
of
depth
stake
should
face
forward
as
shown
in
figure
3.
Secure
with
one
clevis
pin
(C)
and
hairpin
clip
(B).
FIGURE
3.
Lock
Brackets
FIGURE
4.
Belleville
HANDLE
PANEL
INSTALLATION
1.
T
he
handle
mounting
brackets
are
in
an
upright
position
for
shipping
purposes.
Slide
the
handle
panel
assembly
down
over
the
handle
mounting
brackets.
Secure
with
hex
bolts
(D),
lock
washers
—(F)
and
hex
nuts
(G).
See
figure
4,
2.
There
are
three
holes
in
the
frame,
which
provide
three
handle
height
positions.
Pull
the
handle
assembly
back
and
select
position
desired,
align¬
ing
one
of
the
holes
in
handle
mounting
bracket
—with
selected
hole
in
the
frame.
See
figure
5,
inset.
3.
Place
belleville
washers
(E)
onto
hex
bolts
(D)
(crowned
side
of
washer
goes
against
head
of
bolt).
Place
bolts
through
handle
mounting
brackets
and
frame.
Secure
with
lock
washers
(F)
and
hex
nuts
(G).
See
figure
5.
A
9/16"
wrench
and
an
ad¬
justable
wrench
is
required.
4.
Tighten
securely
all
nuts
and
bolts
used
to
assem¬
ble
the
handle,
Including
handle
pivot
bolts.
5
THROTTLE
CONTROL
ASSEMBLY
The
throttle
control
is
already
attached
to
the
engine.
Assemble
the
throttle
control
to
the
handle
panel
as
follows
(be
careful
not
to
kink
the
cable).
1.
Route
the
throttle
control
cable
between
the
han¬
dle
mounting
brackets.
Hold
the
throttle
control
assembly
beneath
the
handle
panel.
Turn
the
con¬
trol
sideways
and
insert
the
lever
up
through
the
wide
portion
of
the
slot
on
the
handle
panel.
See
——figure
6A.
2.
After
the
end
of
the
lever
is
through
the
slot,
turn
and
then
tip
the
control
forward
as
shown
in
figure
6B.
■
^NOTE
The
lever
must
be
all
the
way
to
the
back
of
the
control
housing
as
shown
in
figure
6B.
3.
Slide
the
control
completely
through
the
slot
as
shown
in
figure
6C.
4.
Push
the
control
back
into
the
slot
in
the
handle
panel
and
press
in
place.
See
figure
6D.
Be
cer¬
tain
the
control
is
locked
securely
into
the
slot.
5.
Secure
the
throttle
control
to
the
handle
panel
using
Phillips
head
self-tapping
screw
(J).
See
figure
6£.
ATTACHING
THE
CLUTCH
CONTROL
CABLES
The
clutch
control
cables,
already
attached
to
the
idler
brackets,
are
labeled
FORWARD
and
REVERSE.
The
left
hand
cable
hold-down
Is
black
and
is
marked
with
an
“L.”
The
right
hand
cable
hold-down
is
brown
and
-is
marked
with
an
“R.”
See
figure
8.
1.
Attach
the
forward
clutch
cable
to
the
left
handle
as
follows
(be
careful
not
to
kink
the
cable),
a.
Remove
one
hex
nut
and
flat
washer
from
the
and
of
the
casing
on
the
forward
clutch
cable.
Slip
the
wire
through
the
slot
on
the
cable
bracket
on
the
left
handle.
Push
the
end
of
the
casing
up
through
the
cable
bracket.
Rethread
the
hex
nut
on
the
end
of
the
cable.
Do
not
tighten
at
this
time.
See
figure
7.
b.
Hook
the
barrel
end
of
the
cable
into
the
left
hand
cable
hold-down
(K)
(black).
Slide
the
—cable
around
in
the
slot
as
shown
in
figure
8.
FIGURE
8.
6
c.
Pull
the
cable
upwards
to
obtain
slack,
lift
the
left
hanc
clutch
grip
and
insert
the
left
hand
cable
hold-down
into
the
clutch
grip.
Secure
—with
self-tapping
screw
(M).
See
figure
9.
FIGURE
11.
d.
With
the
clutch
lever
released
(in
the
“up”
posi¬
tion),
adjust
the
bottom
nut
at
the
cable
bracket
so
there
is
only
a
slight
amount
of
slack
in
the
control
wire.
Tighten
the
upper
nut
against
the
bracket.
Squeeze
the
clutch
lever
against
the
handle.
The
control
wire
should
now
be
straight.
-See
figure
10
.
■
^NOTE
Do
not
overtighten
control
wire.
Too
much
tension
may
cause
It
to
break.
2.
A
ttach
the
reverse
clutch
cable
to
the
right
handle
in
the
same
manner,
using
the
right
hand
cable
hold-down
|L)
(brown).
AC
WARNING
{
The
forward
and
reverse
clutch
cable
adjustment
must
be
checked
before
the
unit
is
operated
as
instructed
in
the
Final
Adjustment
section
on
page
8.
3.
Secure
the
control
cables
to
the
handle
panel
as
follows.
a.
Secure
the
forward
and
reverse
clutch
cables
to
the
holes
in
back
of
the
handle
panel
(left
hand
side)
using
two
cable
ties
(N)
as
shown
in
figure
11.
Leave
ties
fairly
loose.
b.
Secure
the
throttle
control
cable
to
one
of
the
holes
in
the
inside
of
the
handle
panel
(right
hand
side)
as
shown
in
figure
11.
Leave
tie
fairly
loose.
4.
Trim
excess
ends
of
cable
ties.
7
FIGURE
13.
TINE
INSTALLATION
The
inner
tine
assemblies
are
installed
in
their
correct
position
at
the
factory.
The
outer
tine
assemblies
have
been
reversed
for
shipping
purposes
only.
See
figure
•
12
.
1.
Remove
both
outer
tine
assemblies.
2.
Place
the
left
hand
outer
tine
assembly
(was
shipped
on
the
right
hand
tine
shaft)
onto
the
left
hand
shaft.
3.
Align
one
of
the
holes
in
the
tine
assembly
with
the
hole
in
the
tine
shaft.
Using
the
end
hole
on
the
tine
assembly
will
give
a
tilling
width
of
28".
Using
the
second
hole
will
give
a
tilling
width
of
26".
See
—figure
13.
4.
Secure
with
clevis
pin
(C)
and
hairpin
clip
(B).
5.
Install
the
right
hand
outer
tine
assembly
in
the
same
manner.
l^NOTE
Make
certain
tines
are
installed
so
that
the
sharp
edge
of
the
tines
will
enter
the
soil
first
when
In
forward
drive.
FINAL
CLUTCH
ADJUSTMENT
To
check
the
forward
and
reverse
clutch
cable
adjust¬
ment,
proceed
as
follows.
1.
Disconnect
the
spark
plug
wire
from
the
spark
plug
to
prevent
accidental
starting.
Secure
the
end
of
spark
plug
wire
in
the
“V”
slot
on
the
engine.
See
-~>figufe
14.
2.
With
both
clutch
grips
released
(neutral
position),
pull
the
starter
rope
several
times.
The
tines
should
not
turn.
If
they
turn
forward,
loosen
the
hex
nut
below
the
cable
bracket
on
the
left
han¬
dle
a
few
turns.
Tighten
the
hex
nuts
above
the
bracket.
If
they
turn
in
reverse,
adjust
the
hex
nuts
at
the
cable
bracket
on
the
right
handle
in
the
same
manner.
FIGURE
14.
6
FIGURE
15.
Add
Lubricant
Here
CONTROLS
Reverse
Drive
CHECK
GEAR
CASE
LUBRICANT
After
the
tiller
i«
assembled
and
before
gasoline
and
oil
are
added
to
the
engine,
check
the
tiller
gear
case
for
correct
lubricant
level.
1.
Level
the
tiller
by
placing
wheel
yoke
in
the
posi-
-tion
shown
in
figure
15,
inset
(clevis
pin
is
placed
in
the
second
hole
from
the
top).
2
.
Remove
the
front
pipe
plug
from
tiller
gear
case.
See
figure
15.
THROTTLE
CONTROL
The
throttle
control
lever
is
located
in
the
center
of
the
handle
panel.
It
controls
the
engine
speed
and
stops
the
engine.
See
figure
17.
FORWARD
DRIVE
CLUTCH
LEVER
The
forward
drive
clutch
lever
is
located
on
the
left
han¬
dle.
See
figure
17.
Squeezing
the
lever
against
the
han¬
dle
engages
the
forward
tine
drive.
Release
the
lever
to
stop
the
forward
motion.
REVERSE
DRIVE
CLUTCH
LEVER
The
reverse
drive
clutch
lever
is
located
on
the
right
handle.
See
figure
17.
Squeezing
the
lever
against
the
handle
moves
the
tines
in
reverse.
Release
the
lever
to
stop
the
reverse
drive.
■
^NOTE
3.
If
lubricant
flows
from
the
outlet,
lubricant
is
at
the
—correct
level.
See
figure
16.
4.
If
lubricant
fails
to
flow
from
the
outlet,
lubricant
should
be
added.
USE
PENNANT
OIL
EP
#35000,
which
is
available
in
an
8
ounce
squeeze
tube.
Order
part
number
737-0136
from
participating
Western
Auto
Stores.
FIGURE
17.
9
Never
engage
both
the
forward
and
reverse
drive
at
the
same
time,
or
the
engine
will
stail.
DEPTH
STAKE
The
depth
stake
controls
the
tilling
depth.
Refer
to
"How
to
Use
Your
Tiller”
section
on
this
page,
OPERATION
GAS
AND
OIL
FILL-UP
Service
the
engine
with
gasoline
and
oil
as
instructed
in
the
separate
engine
section
of
this
manual.
Read
in¬
structions
carefully.
■
^NOTE
Your
tiller
is
shipped
without
oil;
how¬
ever,
a
small
amount
of
oil
may
be
present
from
the
factory.
TO
START
ENGINE
\
w
arnTng
I
BE
SURE
NO
ONE
IS
STANDING
IN
FRONT
OF
THE
TILLER
WHILE
THE
ENGINE
IS
RUNNING
OR,
BEING
STARTED.
1.
Attach
spark
plug
wire
to
spark
plug.
2.
Move
the
throttle
control
lever
forward
to
FAST
or
START
position.
Make
certain
both
clutch
levers
are
released.
See
figure
17.
3.
Move
choke
lever
to
CHOKE
position.
■
^note
A
warm
engine
may
not
require
choking.
4.
Grasp
starter
handle
(see
figure
18)
and
pull
rope
out
slowly
until
engine
reaches
start
of
compres¬
sion
cycle
(rope
will
pull
slightly
harder
at
this
point).
Let
the
rope
rewind
slowly.
5.
Pull
rope
with
a
rapid,
continuous,
full
arm
stroke.
Keep
a
firm
grip
on
start
handle.
Let
rope
rewind
slowly.
Do
not
let
starter
handle
snap
back
against
starter.
6.
Repeat
preceding
Instructions
4
and
5
until
engine
fires.
When
engine
starts,
move
choke
lever
on
engine
halfway
between
CHOKE
and
RUN.
FIGURE
18.
7.
M
ove
throttle
control
to
SLOW
position
for
a
few
minutes
warm-up.
Move
choke
lever
to
RUN
posi¬
tion
as
engine
warms
up.
■
^NOTE
In
order
to
idle
smoothly,
a
new
engine
may
require
3
to
5
minutes
running
above
slow
idle
speed.
Idle
speed
has
been
adjusted
to
be
correct
after
this
break-in
period.
TO
STOP
ENGINE
1.
Move
throttle
control
lever
to
STOP
position.
See
figure
17.
2.
Disconnect
spark
plug
wire
from
spark
plug
and
ground
against
the
engine
to
prevent
accidental
starling
while
equipment
is
unattended.
HOW
TO
USE
YOUR
TILLER
The
tiller
is
a
precision
built
machine
designed
for
seed
bed
preparation,
cultivating,
furrowing
and
mulching.
It
is
engineered
to
minimize
the
hardest
work
in
the
vegetable
or
flower
garden,
to
till
the
soil
for
planting
and
cultivating,
and
to
perform
many
other
useful
labor
saving
tasks
in
the
garden.
With
the
proper
amount
of
care
and
maintenance,
this
machine
will
provide
the
owner
with
many
years
of
service.
WHEEL
POSITION
The
tiller
is
shipped
with
the
wheels
adjusted
such
that
the
unit
sits
level.
During
digging
as
the
tines
enter
the
ground
and
the
front
of
the
tiller
lowers,
the
wheels
must
be
raised
to
level
the
unit.
This
is
essential
for
proper
engine
operation.
This
adjustment
is
made
by
remov¬
ing
the
clevis
pin
and
hairpin
clip
from
wheel
yoke,
rais¬
ing
the
wheels
to
the
desired
height,
and
replacing
the
clevis
pin
and
hairpin
clip.
See
figure
19.
10
Clevis
Pin
SWINGING
TAILPIECE/DEPTH
STAKE
The
entire
tailpiece
and
depth
stake
can
be
either
locked
in
position
or
allowed
to
swing
freely.
The
tailpiece
and
depth
stake
are
used
in
the
unlocked
posi¬
tion
when
it
is
necessary
to
maneuver
in
small
areas.
To
lock,
line
up
the
holes
in
the
rear
frame
with
the
holes
in
the
tailpiece,
and
push
in
the
shon
end
of
the
U'Clevis
pin.
To
allow
the
tailpiece
and
depth
stake
to
swing,
pul!
out
the
U-clevis
pin
and
place
it
in
the
for¬
ward
hole
as
shown
in
figure
20.
U-Clevis
FIGURE
20.
CONTROLLING
SPEED
AND
TILLING
DEPTH;
1.
Wheel
Yoke
Adjustment:
Place
wheel
yoke
so
that
the
wheels
are
forward
(nearest
point
between
wheels
and
tines)
for
shallow
tilling,
cultivating
and
transport.
This
will
increase
the
forward
speed.
Turn
yoke
around
(farthest
point
between
wheels
and
tines)
for
deep
tilling.
Forward
speed
will
decrease.
See
figures
19
and
21.
this
position
Wheel
Yoke
in
this
for
deep
digging
position
for
shallow
digging,
cultivating
and
transport
FIGURE
21.
2.
Depth
Stake
Adjustment:
The
depth
stake
acts
as
a
brake
for
the
tiller
and
controls
the
depth
and
speed
at
which
the
machine
will
operate.
Remove
the
clevis
pin
and
hairpin
clip
to
raise
or
lower
depth
stake.
See
figure
19.
By
increasing
the
depth
of
the
depth
stake,
the
for¬
ward
speed
of
the
machine
is
reduced,
and
the
working
depth
is
increased.
See
figure
22.
When
the
depth
stake
is
raised,
the
working
depth
of
the
machine
is
reduced
and
the
forward
speed
is
in¬
creased.
The
working
depth
of
the
machine
may
be
predetermined
by
setting
the
depth
stake
and
wheels
so
that
the
wheels
are
about
four
inches
from
the
ground
when
the
tines
and
depth
stake
are
resting
on
the
ground.
This
setting
will
permit
a
working
depth
of
about
four
inches.
When
preset¬
ting
the
working
depth,
the
handles
should
be
ad¬
justed
so
the
hand
grips
are
a
little
above
waist
height
because
the
tiller
will
be
lower
when
the
tines
and
depth
stake
penetrate
the
ground.
FIGURE
22.
11
When
tilling,
leave
approximately
8
inches
of
un¬
tilled
soil
between
the
first
and
second
tilling
paths,
then
make
the
third
path
between
the
first
and
sec¬
ond
as
shown
in
figure
23.
In
some
soils,
the
desired
depth
is
obtained
the
first
time
over
the
garden.
In
other
soils,
the
desired
depth
is
obtained
by
going
over
the
garden
two
or
three
times.
In
the
latter
case,
the
depth
stake
should
be
lowered
before
each
succeeding
pass
over
the
garden.
Passes
should
be
made
across
the
length
and
width
of
the
garden
alternately.
Rocks
which
are
turned
up
should
be
removed
from
the
garden
area.
FIGURE
23.
3.
Handle
Pressure:
Further
control
of
tilling
depth
and
travel
speed
can
be
obtained
by
variation
of
pressure
on
the
hcindles.
A
downward
pressure
on
the
handles
will
reduce
the
working
depth
and
in¬
crease
the
forward
speed.
An
upward
pressure
on
the
handles
will
increase
the
working
depth
and
reduce
the
forward
speed.
The
type
of
soil
and
working
conditions
will
determine
the
actual
set¬
ting
of
the
depth
stake
and
the
handle
pressure
required.
4.
Throttle
Control:
The
throttle
control
lever
adjusts
the
engine
speed
and
stops
the
engine.
With
the
throttle
control
knob
pushed
completely
forward,
the
carburetor
is
in
START
or
FAST
position.
Pull¬
ing
the
throttle
back
reduces
the
engine
speed
to
SLOW.
Pull
the
throttle
completely
back
to
stop
the
engine.
See
figure
17.
Use
maximum
engine
speed
for
deep
tilling.
Move
the
throttle
control
to
SLOW
when
transporting
the
tiller.
TRANSPORTING
THE
TILLER
To
transport
the
tiller
to
or
from
the
garden,
pivot
the
depth
stake
forward
so
it
engages
the
tailpiece
and
locks
out
of
the
way.
See
figure
22.
With
the
throttle
control
in
SLOW
position,
the
unit
will
move
under
its
own
power,
without
damaging
grass
areas
as
long
as
it
is
allowed
to
move
freely.
If
the
operator
holds
back,
it
will
start
to
dig.
CULTIVATING
For
cultivating,
a
two
to
three
Inch
depth
is
desirable.
Setting
the
wheels
and
depth
stake
so
that
the
wheels
are
about
two
inches
above
the
ground
while
the
tiller
is
resting
on
the
tines
and
depth
stake
will
allow
the
machine
to
work
at
cultivating
depth.
The
throttle
should
be
set
to
control
forward
movement
to
a
slow
walking
speed.
With
outer
tines
installed,
the
working
width
of
the
machine
is
26
or
28
inches.
See
figures
24
and
26.
For
cultivation,
this
may
be
reduced
to
14
inches
by
removing
the
outer
tines.
See
figure
25.
FIGURE
24.
FIGURE
25.
Tilling
width
can
be
increased
from
26
inches
to
28
inches
by
removing
the
clevis
pin
and
hairpin
clip
and
sliding
the
outer
tines
out
one
inch,
and
replacing
the
clevis
pin
and
hairpin
clip.
See
figure
26.
12
FIGURE
26.
When
laying
out
plant
rows,
be
sure
to
allow
enough
width
to
permit
cultivation
between
the
rows.
In
grow¬
ing
corn
or
similar
crops,
check-row
planting
will
per¬
mit
cross
cultivation
and
practically
eliminate
hand
hoeing.
See
figure
27.
CULTIVATING
FIGURE
27.
The
tiller
has
many
uses
other
than
tilling
and
cultivating
a
garden.
One
of
these
is
the
preparation
of
lawn
area
for
seeding.
The
tiller
will
prepare
a
deep
seed
bed
which
will
be
free
of
hard
untilled
spots,
allow¬
ing
a
better
stand
of
grass
to
grow.
The
tiller
is
very
useful
for
loosening
hard
soil
for
excavation
with
a
shovel.
NO
tedious
hand
pickwork
will
be
necessary.
Your
tiller
may
be
used
for
mixing
compost
in
the
pile,
or
for
mixing
it
with
the
soil
in
your
garden.
This
should
be
done
after
the
soil
has
been
broken
to
the
full
work¬
ing
depth.
The
compost
should
be
worked
in
to
a
depth
of
six
to
eighi
inches.
This
may
be
done
by
working
the
length
of
the
garden,
and
then
by
making
separate
passes
across
its
width.
The
addition
of
decayed
organic
matter
will
substantially
increase
the
fertility
of
your
garden.
For
proper
decaying
action,
fertilizer
should
be
applied
and
worked
in
with
the
mulch
materials.
Breaking
up
leaves
and
straw
and
mixing
it
with
several
inches
of
soil
causes
the
soil
to
hold
moisture
longer
and
allows
proper
aeration
of
the
plant
root
system.
This
also
retards
the
growth
of
weeds.
The
U.S.
Department
of
Agriculture
and
various
state
and
local
agencies
offer
published
booklets
and
expert
advice
on
all
phases
of
gardening.
They
should
be
con¬
sulted
regarding
soil
informalbn,
planting
dates,and
the
most
satisfactory
varieties
of
crop
for
your
particular
area.
ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
Disconnect
the
spark
plug
wire
and
ground
against
the
engine
before
performing
any
adjustments,
re¬
pairs,
or
maintenance.
WHEEL
ADJUSTMENTS
To
adjust
the
wheel
yoke
and
wheel
position,
refer
to
“How
To
Use
Your
Tiller,”
on
page
11.
DEPTH
STAKE
ADJUSTMENT
To
adjust
the
depth
stake,
refer
to
“How
To
Use
Your
Tiller"
on
page
11.
TINE
WIDTH
ADJUSTMENT
To
adjust
the
tine
width,
refer
to
“Cultivating'
’
on
page
12
.
BELT
TENSION
ADJUSTMENT
Periodic
adjustment
of
the
belt
tension
may
be
required
due
to
normal
stretch
and
wear
on
both
the
forward
and
reverse
belts.
Adjustment
is
needed
if
the
tines
seem
to
hesitate
while
tilling,
but
the
engine
maintains
the
same
speed.
To
adjust,
loosen
the
hex
nut
above
the
cable
bracket
a
few
turns
(refer
to
figure
10),
Tighten
the
lower
hex
nut
against
the
bracket.
Check
the
adjustment
by
following
the
instruction
in
the
“Final
Clutch
Adjust¬
ment"
section
of
Assembly
Instructions
on
page
8.
Test
the
operation
of
the
tiller.
Readjust
as
necessary.
■
^NOTE
Do
not
overtighten
control
wire.
Too
much
tension
may
cause
it
to
break.
CARBURETOR
ADJUSTMENT
I
WARNING
\
If
any
adjustments
are
made
to
the
engine
while
the
engine
is
running
(e.g.
carburetor),
disengage
all
clutches
and
tines.
Keep
clear
of
all
moving
parts.
Be
careful
of
heated
surfaces
and
muffler.
13
Minor
carburetor
adjustment
may
be
required
to
compensate
for
differences
in
fuel,
temperature,
altitude
or
load.
If
adjustments
are
needed,
refer
to
the
engine
section
of
this
manual.
■
^NOTE
A
dirty
air
cleaner
will
cause
engine
to
run
rough.
Be
certain
air
cleaner
is
clean
and
attached
to
the
carburetor
before
adjusting
carburetor.
Do
not
make
unnecessary
adjustments.
Factory
settings
are
satisfactory
for
most
appli¬
cations
and
conditions.
THROTTLE
CONTROL
ADJUSTMENT
To
obtain
satisfactory
engine
performance,
the
engine
throttle
control
must
be
adjusted
properly.
If
it
is
necessary
to
check
the
engine
control
adjustments,
proceed
as
follows.
1.
Loosen
the
cable
clamp
screw.
See
figure
28.
2.
With
the
throttle
control
in
FAST
position
and
the
cable
connected
to
the
adapter
lever,
push
the
cable
through
the
cable
clamp
in
the
direction
shown
in
figure
28
until
the
adapter
lever
is
as
far
up
as
it
will
go.
3.
Tighten
the
cable
clamp
screw.
4.
Check
that
the
engine
stops
when
throttle
control
is
moved
to
STOP
position.
If
engine
does
not
stop,
loosen
cable
clamp
screw
and
readjust
by
pulling
cable
backward
slightly
until
engine
stops.
Retighten
cable
clamp
screw.
Screw
Pivot
Points—Remove
the
belt
cover
and
lubricate
all
moving
parts
and
pivot
points
at
least
once
a
season
using
SAE
30
engine
oil.
Transmission—Whenever
disassembly
of
transmis¬
sion
is
required,
transmission
should
be
thoroughly
cleaned
and
lubricated
with
6
V
2
ounces
of
PENNANT
OIL
EP
#35000
(available
in
an
8
ounces
squeeze
tube).
Order
part
no.
737-0136
through
participating
Western
Auto
Stores.
See
figure
29.
Fill
Plug
Breather
Bolt
Check
Plug
FIGURE
29.
Oil
Level
(
6^2
oz.)
MAINTENANCE
■
I^NOTE
Disconnect
spark
plug
wire
and
ground
It
against
the
engine
before
performing
any
repairs
or
maintenance.
TROUBLE
SHOOTING
Refer
to
page
21
of
this
manual
for
trouble
shooting
information.
ENGINE
Refer
to
the
engine
section
of
this
manual
for
all
engine
maintenance
instructions.
CLEANING
THE
TINE
AREA
Clean
the
underside
of
the
tine
shield
after
each
use.
The
din
washes
off
the
tines
easier
if
washed
off
im¬
mediately
instead
of
after
it
dries.
FIGURE
28.
LUBRICATION
Ac
WARNING
\
Always
stop
engine
and
disconnect
spark
plug
wire
before
cleaning,
lubricating
or
doing
any
kind
of
work
on
tiller.
TRANSMISSION
After
first
two
hours
of
operation
and
every
five
hours
thereafter,
remove
the
cotter
pin
from
the
bearing
ad¬
justment
cap.
Screw
the
cap
in
as
far
as
possible
us¬
ing
the
handle
of
a
pair
of
pliers
or
similar
tool.
Then
back
it
off
V
2
turn.
See
figure
30.
Replace
the
cotter
pin.
Start
the
tiller
and
engage
the
tines.
If
the
engine
stalls
out.
the
bearing
adjustment
cap
should
be
unscrewed
slightly.
14
FIGURE
30.
BELT
REMOVAL
AND
REPLACEMENT
Your
tiller
has
been
engineered
with
belts
made
of
special
material
(Kevlar
Tensile).
They
should
not
be
replaced
with
an
off-the-shelf
belt.
If
belt
replacement
is
required,
order
belt
or
belts
by
part
number
through
participating
Western
Auto
Stores.
FORWARD
DRIVE
BELT—
Part
No.
754-0255
REVERSE
DRIVE
BELT—
Part
No.
754-0189
IMPORTANT
If
either
the
forward
or
reverse
drive
belt
Is
replaced
for
any
reason,
make
certain
to
readjust
the
clutch
cables
to
the
initial
adjustment
setting.
Refer
to
Assembly
Instructions
on
pages
7
and
8
of
this
manual.
Forward
Drive
Beit
(Refer
to
figure
32)
1.
Remove
the
belt
cover
by
removing
three
self¬
tapping
screws,
one
located
on
top
of
the
belt
cover,
and
one
on
each
side
at
the
bottom.
2.
Remove
the
belt
retainer,
locatec
at
the
transmis¬
sion
pulley
(bottom
pulley),
by
removing
two
hex
bolts
and
nuts.
See
figure
31.
3.
Remove
the
belt
guard
from
the
bottom
of
the
transmission
pulley
by
removing
one
hex
nut
and
lock
washer
from
the
inside
of
the
mounting
plate
assembly.
See
figure
31.
4.
Remove
the
belt
from
around
the
idler
pulley.
See
figure
32.
Reverse
Belt
(inside
belt)
has
wide
side
down,
toward
Reverse
FIGURE
32.
5.
Slip
the
belt
off
the
engine
pulley.
Remove
it
from
the
transmission
pulley.
6
.
Reassemble
the
new
belt,
following
Instructions
in
reverse
order.
■
^NOTE
Upon
reassembly,
make
certain
belt
is
inside
the
belt
guard
pins
as
shown
in
figure
32.
Reverse
Drive
Belt
(See
figure
32)
1.
To
remove
the
reverse
drive
belt,
first
remove
the
forward
drive
belt
as
instructed
in
the
previous
section.
2.
Remove
the
hex
nut
which
holds
the
reverse
idler
pulley.
See
figure
33.
15
FIGURE
33.
3.
Lift
up
on
the
idler
bracket
and
remove
the
idler
pulley.
4.
Unhook
the
reverse
drive
belt
from
the
transmis¬
sion
puiley
and
slide
belt
out.
5.
Reassemble
the
new
belt,
following
Instructions
in
reverse
order.
OFF-SEASON
STORAGE
If
the
tiller
will
not
be
used
for
a
period
longer
than
30
days,
the
following
steps
should
be
taken
to
prepare
the
tiller
for
storage.
1.
Clean
the
exterior
of
engine
and
the
entire
tiller
thoroughly.
Lubricate
the
tiller
as
described
in
the
lubrication
instructions.
2.
Refer
to
the
engine
section
of
this
manual
for
cor¬
rect
engine
storage
instructions.
3.
Wipe
tines
with
oiled
rag
to
prevent
rust.
4.
Store
tiller
in
a
clean,
dry
area.
■
^note
When
storing
any
type
of
power
equipment
in
an
unventilated
or
metal
storage
shed,
care
should
be
taken
to
rustproof
the
equipment.
Using
a
light
oil
or
silicone,
coat
the
equipment,
especially
any
springs,
bearings
and
cables.
16
ENGINE
OPERATING
AND
MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR
ENGINE
MODEL
t30202’3l66-01
IMPORTANT
Do
not
start
the
engine
before
read¬
ing
the
following
section
of
this
manual.
A
i
WARNING
{
Do
not
operate
engine
In
an
en¬
closed
area.
Exhaust
gases
contain
carbon
monoxide,
an
odorless
and
deadly
poison.
Always
disconnect
spark
plug
wire
from
spark
plug
before
performing
any
repairs
or
maintenance.
SECTION
1
BEFORE
STARTING
Pill
Sump
With
Oil—
Use
a
high
quality
detergent
oil
classified
“For
Service
SF,
SE,
SD
or
SC.”
Nothing
should
be
added
to
the
recommended
oil.
Place
engine
level.
Clean
area
around
oil
fill
before
removing
oil
fill
plug.
Fill
crankcase
to
the
point
of
overflowing.
Pour
slowly.
Capacih/
approximately
1
Va
pints.
Do
not
overfill.
Oil
fill
plug
must
be
securely
assembled
in
engine
at
all
times
when
engine
is
running.
Fill
Fuel
Tank—The
engine
will
operate
satisfactorily
on
any
gasoline
intended
for
automotive
use.
DO
NOT
MIX
OIL
WITH
GASOLINE.
The
use
of
clean,
fresh,
lead-free
gasoline
is
recom¬
mended.
Leaded
gasoline
may
be
used
if
lead-free
is
not
available.
A
minimum
of
77
octane
is
recom¬
mended.
The
use
of
lead-free
gasoline
results
in
fewer
combustion
deposits
and
longer
valve
life.
Do
not
fill
fuel
tank
to
point
of
overflowing.
Allow
tank
space
for
fuel
expansion.
Recommended
SAE
Viscosity
Grades
•
^
-?0
0
_
20
40
60
ao
100
L
TeMPEBATUWe
BANGE~ANTIClPATgO
BEFORE
NEXT
OIL
CHA^JgF
17
SECTION
2
STARTING*
Start,
store
and
fuel
engine
in
a
level
position.
WARNING:
ALWAYS
KEEP
HANDS
AND
FEET
CLEAR
OF
TINES
OR
OTHER
ROTATING
PARTS,
To
Start
Engine
1.
M
ake
certain
both
clutch
levers
are
released.
2.
Place
the
throttle
control
lever
in
FAST
or
START
position.
3.
Move
choke
lever
to
CHOKE
position.
Note:
A
warm
engine
may
not
require
choking.
4.
Stand
at
side
of
tiller.
Grasp
the
starter
handle
and
pull
out
rapidly.
Return
it
slowly
to
the
engine.
Repeat
as
necessary.
5.
After
engine
starts,
move
choke
lever
gradually
to
RUN
position.
To
Stop
Engine-Move
throttle
control
lever
to
STOP
position.
Disconnect
spark
plug
wire
from
the
spark
plug
and
ground
against
the
engine
to
prevent
acciden¬
tal
starting.
SECTION
3
REGULAR
MAINTENANCE*
A
WARNING;
TO
PREVENT
ACCIDENTAL
STARTING
when
performing
any
main¬
tenance
or
repairs,
always
disconnect
spark
plug
wire
from
spark
plug
and
ground
against
the
engine.
Check
Oil
Level
after
each
five
hours
of
operation.
BE
SURE
PROPER
OIL
LEVEL
IS
MAINTAINED.
Change
Oil
after
first
five
hours
of
operation.
Thereafter
change
engine
oil
every
50
hours,
under
normal
operating
conditions.
Change
engine
oil
every
25
hours
of
operation
if
the
engine
is
operated
under
heavy
load,
or
in
high
ambient
temperatures.
Change
oil
while
engine
is
warm.
Service
Air
Cleaner—Clean
cartridge
at
three
month
intervals
or
every
25
hours,
whichever
occurs
first.
NOTE:
Service
more
often
under
dusty
conditions.
1.
Loosen
screw
and
tilt
cover
as
illustrated.
2.
Carefully
remove
pre-cleaner
and
cartridge.
3.
Clean
cartridge
by
tapping
gently
on
a
flat
surface.
If
very
dirty,
replace
cartridge
and
pre-cleaner,
or
clean
as
follows:
Screw
a.
Wash
in
a
low
or
non-sudsing
detergent
and
warm
water
solution.
Caution:
Do
not
use
petroleum
solvents
such
as
kerosene,
to
clean
cartridge.
b.
Rinse
thoroughly
with
flowing
water
from
inside
out
until
water
is
clear.
c.
A
llow
cartridge
to
stand
and
air
dry
thoroughly
before
using.
DO
NOT
OIL
CARTRIDGE
OB
PRE-CLEANER.
DO
NOT
USE
PRESSURIZED
4.
Install
cartridge
and
pre-cleaner.
Then
close
cover
AIR
TO
CLEAN
OR
DRY
CARTRIDGE.
and
fasten
screws
securely.
18
Clean
Engine—Remove
dirt
and
debris
with
a
cloth
or
brush.
Cleaning
with
a
forceful
spray
of
water
is
not
recommended
as
water
could
contaminate
the
fuel
system.
WARNING;
Periodically
clean
muffler
area
to
remove
all
dirt
and
combustible
debris.
Clean
Cooling
System
Yearly
or
every
100
hours,
whichever
occurs
first,
remove
the
blower
housing
and
clean
the
area
shown
to
avoid
overspeeding,
overheating
and
engine
damage.
Clean
more
often
if
necessary.
Remove
Combustion
Deposits
every
100-300
hours
of
operation.
Remove
cylinder
head
and
cylinder
head
shield,
Scrape
and
wire
brush
the
combustion
deposits
from
cylinder,
cylinder
head,
top
of
piston
and
around
valves.
Use
a
soft
brush
to
remove
deposits.
Re¬
assemble
gasket,
cylinder
head
and
cylinder
head
shield.
Turn
screws
down
finger
tight,
with
the
three
longer
screws
around
the
exhaust
valve.
Torque
cylinder
head
screws
in
a
staggered
sequence
to
140
inch
pounds
(15.82
Nm).
Spark
Plug—Clean
and
reset
gap
at
.030"
every
100
hours
of
operation.
NOTE;
Do
not
blast
clean
spark
plug.
Spark
plug
should
be
cleaned
by
scraping
or
wire
brushing
and
washing
with
.a
commercial
solvent.
Caution:
Sparking
can
occur
if
wire
terminal
does
not
fit
firmly
on
spark
plug,
or
if
stop
switch
vibrates
against
soark
plug.
Reform
terminal
or
repair
switch
if
necessary.
Spark
Arrester
Equipped
Muffler—If
engine
muffler
is
equipped
with
spark
arrester
screen
assembly,
remove
every
50
hours
for
cleaning
and
inspection.
Replace
if
damaged.
SECTION
4
ADJUSTMENTS
CARBURETOR
ADJUSTMENT
WARNING:
If
any
adjustments
are
made
to
the
engine
while
the
engine
is
running
(e.g.
carburetor),
keep
clear
of
all
moving
parts.
Be
careful
of
heated
surfaces
and
muffler.
Minor
carburetor
adjustment
may
be
required
to
com¬
pensate
for
differences
in
fuel,
temperature,
altitude
or
load.
NOTE:
The
air
cleaner
must
be
assembled
to
car¬
buretor
when
running
engine.
To
Adjust
Carburetor—Gently
turn
idle
mixture
valve
clockwise
until
it
just
closes.
Valve
may
be
damaged
by
turning
it
in
too
far.
Next,
open
the
valve
1
’/i
turns
counterclockwise.
This
initial
adjustment
will
permit
the
engine
to
be
started
and
warmed
up
(approximately
5
minutes)
prior
to
final
adjustment.
Final
Adjustment—Place
throttle
control
lever
in
SLOW
position.
Then
rotate
throttle
counterclockwise
and
hold
against
throttle
stop
while
adjusting
idle
RPM
by
turning
idle
speed
adjusting
screw
to
obtain
1750
PPM.
Turn
idle
mixture
valve
in
(clockwise—lean
mix¬
ture)
until
engine
just
starts
to
slow.
Then
turn
idle
mix¬
ture
valve
out
(counterclockwise—rich
mixture)
until
engine
runs
unevenly.
Now
turn
idle
mixture
valve
mid¬
way
between
rich
and
lean.
Release
throttle—engine
snould
accelerate
smoothly.
If
engine
does
not
ac¬
celerate
properly,
the
carburetor
should
be
readjusted,
usually
to
a
slightly
richer
mixture
by
turning
idle
mix¬
ture
valve
counterclockwise
1/8
turn
more.
19
CONTROL
ADJUSTMENTS
The
throttle
control
must
be
properly
adjusted
to
stop,
start
and
operate
the
engine
at
maximum
speed.
The
acceptable
operating
speed
range
is
1800
to
3600
RPM.
Idle
speed
is
1750
RPM.
The
manufacturer
of
the
equipment
on
which
the
engine
is
used,
specifies
the
top
governed
no
load
speed
at
which
the
engine
may
be
operated.
DO
NOT
EXCEED
this
speed.
To
Adjust
Throttle
Control:
1.
Loosen
the
cable
clamp
screw.
See
illustration.
2.
With
the
throttle
control
in
FAST
position
and
the
cable
connected
to
the
adapter
lever,
push
the
cable
through
the
cable
clamp
in
the
direction
shown
until
the
adapter
lever
is
as
far
up
as
it
will
go.
3.
Tighten
the
cable
clamp
screw.
4.
Check
that
the
engine
stops
when
throttle
control
is
moved
to
STOP
position.
If
engine
does
not
stop,
loosen
cable
clamp
screw
and
readjust
by
pulling
cable
backward
slightly
until
engine
stops.
Retighten
cable
clamp
screw.
SECTION
5
GENERAL
INFORMATION
ENGINE
DESIGN
This
engine
Is
slngle<ylinder
L-head,
air-cooled
type.
MODEL
SERIES
130202
Bore.2-9/16"
{65.09
mm)
Stroke.2-7/16"
(61.91
mm)
Displacement.12.57
cu.
in.
(206
cc)
Horsepower
Max.5.0
@
3600
RPM
Torque
(Ft.-Lbs.)
Max.7.66
@
2900
RPM
The
horsepower
ratings
listed
are
established
in
accordance
with
the
Society
of
Automotive
Engineers
Test
Code-J607.
For
practical
operation,
the
horsepower
loading
should
not
exceed
85%
of
these
ratings.
Engine
power
will
decrease,
3'/^%
for
each
1,000
feet
above
sea
level
and
1
%
for
each
10®
above
60®
F.
In
some
areas,
local
law
requires
the
use
of
a
resistor
spark
plug
so
as
to
suppress
ignition
signals.
If
an
engine
was
originally
equipped
with
a
resistor
spark
plug,
be
sure
to
use
the
same
type
of
spark
plug
for
replacement.
Major
engine
repairs
should
not
be
attempted
unless
you
have
the
proper
tools
and
a
thorough
knowledge
of
internal
combustion
engines.
TUNE-UP
SPECIFICATIONS
Spark
Plug
Type
_
Champion
Autolite
Short
Plug
CJ-8
235
Long
Plug
J-8C
295
Resistor
Short
Plug
RCJ-8
245
Resistor
Long
Plug
RJ-8C
306
Spark
Plug
Gap.030"
Intake
Valve
Clearance.005"-.007"
Exhaust
Valve
Clearance.009"-.011"
STORAGE
INSTRUCTIONS
Engines
to
be
stored
over
30
days
should
be
completely
drained
of
fuel
to
prevent
gum
deposits
forming
on
essential
carburetor
parts,
fuel
filter
and
tank.
NOTE;
The
use
of
a
fuel
additive,
such
as
STA6IL,
or
an
equivalent,
will
minimize
the
formation
of
fuel
gum
deposits
during
storage.
Such
an
additive
may
be
added
to
the
gasoline
in
the
fuel
tank
of
the
engine,
or
to
the
gasoline
in
a
storage
container.
a.
All
fuel
should
be
removed
from
the
tank.
Run
the
engine
until
it
stops
from
lack
of
fuel.
b.
While
engine
is
still
warm,
drain
oil
from
crankcase.
Refill
with
fresh
oil.
c.
Remove
spark
plug,
pour
approximately
Vz
ounce
(15
cc)
of
engine
oil
into
cylinder
and
crank
slowly
to
distribute
oil.
Replace
spark
plug.
d.
Clean
dirt
and
chaff
from
cylinder,
cylinder
head
fins,
blower
housing,
rotating
screen
and
muffler
areas.
e.
Store
in
a
clean,
dry
area.
20
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