MTD 12211 - Manual (Page 8)

3. The cable is pre-adjusted at the
factory, but must be checked for correct
tension as explained next:
The forward clutch spring coil (between
points “A” in Figure 2-9) measures 2" in
length when neither Forward Clutch
Control Lever is pulled up. Lift either
Forward Clutch Control Lever up against
the handlebar and measure the length of
the coil. Tension is correct if the length
of the extended coil is 2-1/2" (points A,
Figure 2-9). The forward clutch cable
needs adjustment if the extended coil
length is less than 2-1/2". See Checking
and Adjusting Forward Clutch Belt
Tension in Section 5 for a procedure. If
the measurement is greater, there is no
need to adjust as long as the unit oper-
ates correctly when moving Forward.
STEP 5: CHECK TRANSMISSION
GEAR OIL LEVEL
The transmission was filled with gear oil
at the factory. However, be sure to check
the oil level at this time to make certain it
is correct.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate the tiller if
the gear oil level is low. Doing so will
result in severe damage to the transmis-
sion components.
1. With the tiller on level ground, pull the
Depth Regulator Lever (L, Figure 2-10)
back and then slide it to the second notch
from the top. NOTE: If the lever does not
move, lift the tine hood flap and look for a
plastic tie securing the lever in place. Cut
and remove the tie.
2. Remove the oil level check plug (M,
Figure 2-11) on the left-side of the trans-
mission. (Due to dried paint on the plug
threads, it may require some force to
remove the plug the first time.) The gear
oil level is correct if oil starts to flow out
of the hole as the plug is removed. If so,
securely reinstall the plug.
3. If oil does not flow from the check
hole, add oil as follows:
NOTE: Do not use automatic transmission
fluid or motor oil in the transmission.
(a) Clean area around the fill hole (N,
Figure 2-12) and unscrew gear oil fill
plug.
(b) If adding only a few ounces of gear
oil, use API rated GL-4 or GL-5 gear
oil having a viscosity of SAE 140, SAE
85W-140 or SAE 80W-90. If refilling
an empty transmission, use only GL-4
gear oil having a viscosity of SAE
85W-140 or SAE 140.
(c) Using a clean funnel, slowly add gear
oil until it flows from the gear oil level
check hole (N, Figure 2-12).
(d) Reinstall and tighten securely the gear
oil fill plug (M, Figure 2-11).
STEP 6: ADD MOTOR OIL TO ENGINE
The tiller is shipped without oil in the
engine.
IMPORTANT: Do not start the engine
without first adding motor oil. Severe
engine damage will result if the engine is
run without oil.
1. Refer to the separate Engine Owner’s
Manual for motor oil specifications and
capacities.
2. With the unit on level ground, move
the Depth Regulator Lever (L, Figure 2-
10) up or down until the engine is level.
3. Add motor oil as described in the
Engine Owner’s Manual.
4. Move the Depth Regulator Lever all
the way down until the highest notch is
engaged. This places the tines in the
“travel” position.
Figure 2-12: Adding gear oil.
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Section 2: Assembly
Figure 2-10: Put lever in second notch.
Figure 2-11: Gear oil level check plug.
N
Figure 2-9: Adjusting forward clutch control
cable.
A
Figure 2-8: Forward clutch control spring
connection to forward control linkage.
R
Completed
Connection
L
M