MTD 250 Series - Manual (Page 12)

WARNING! Before inspecting, cleaning or
servicing the tiller, shut off the engine and wait for
all moving parts to come to a complete stop.
Disconnect the spark plug. Failure to follwo these
instructions properly can result in serious personal
injury or property damage.
Maintenance
Engine
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual packaged with your
machine for all engine maintenance.
Tines
Clean the underside of the tine shield after each use. The dirt
washes off the tines easier if rinsed off immediately instead of
after it dries. Always towel dry the tiller afterwards and apply a
light coat of oil or silicone to prevent rusting or water damage.
NOTE: Never use a pressure washer to clean the tiller. Water
can penetrate tight areas of the tiller and cause serious
damamge.
Air Filter
Service the air filter every 10 hours under normal operating
conditions. Clean every hour under extremely dusty conditions.
Poor engine performance and flooding usually indicates that the
air filter should be serviced. To service the air filter refer to the
seperate Engine Operator’s Manual.
Lubrication
Transmission
The transmission is pre-lubricated and sealed at the factory. It
requires no maintenance. See an authorized service dealer for
any service issues.
Tine Shafts
Remove tine assemblies and lubricate the tine shafts at least
once a season.
Wheel Shaft
Remove wheel assembly and lubricate the axle shaft at least
once a season.
Adjustments
Tine Width
The tilling width of the unit is 22 inches. Tilling width can
increase to 24 inches by removing the clevis and cotter pins,
sliding each outer tine out one inch, and securing in this position
with the pins. For cultivation, reduce the tine width to 13 inches
by removing the outer tines completely. See Fig. 6-1.
13-inch
22-inch
24-inch
Cotter
Pin
Clevis
Pin
Figure 6-1
Maintenance & Adjustments
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