MTD 214-412-000 - Manual (Page 14)

Pivot Hor,
Assembly
FIGURE 27.
THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE ADJUSTMENT
1. Place the throttle control lever in “STOP”
position.
2. Loosen the casing clamp screw and move the
throttle control wire in as far as possible. See
figure 28.
3. Tighten the casing clamp screw.
Throt le
Win
Conti ol
FIGURE 28.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
^ 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.
Never make unnecessary adjustments. The fac­
tory settings are correct for most applications. If
adjustments are needed, refer to the separate
engine manual packed with your tiller.
LUBRICATION
TRANSMISSION
The transmission is lubricated and sealed at the
factory. It requires no additional lubrication
unless the transmission is disassembled. To fill
with grease, lay the left half of the transmission
on its side, add 28 ounces of Plastilube #0 grease
and assemble the right half to it. This grease can
be purchased from your nearest service dealer.
(Order Part No. 737-0133.)
DEPTH BAR ADJUSTMENT SLOTS
Clean and grease the depth bar adjustment slots
at least once a season with an automotive chassis
grease.
PIVOT POINTS
Lubricate all pivot points and linkages at least
once a season with light oil.
MAINTENANCE
(S)
WARNING
Disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground it against the engine before
performing any repairs or main­
tenance.
^ IMPORTANT
If for any reason the tines are re­
moved from the tiller, be certain the
tines are reassembled so that the
sharp edge of the tines enter the
soil first. Refer to item number
one under “Operation.”
ENGINE OIL
After the first two hours of operating a new
engine, drain the oil from the crankcase while the
engine is still hot and refill the crankcase with
new oil; thereafter change the oil after every 25
hours of operation.
To avoid spilling gasoline on your lawn or
driveway, plan to change the oil when the gasoline
tank and carburetor are empty.
To change the oil, refer to the separate engine
manual.
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