Troy-Bilt 12065 - Manual (Page 22)

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Carefully read this Section on en­
gine and tiller maintenance and
service.
Performing the required mainte­
nance according to schedule will
ensure the proper performance
and long life of your machine.
A CAUTION
Before inspecting, cleaning or
servicing the machine, shut off
engine, make sure that ail mov­
ing parts have come to a com­
plete
stop, then disconnect
spark plug wire and move wire
away from spark plug.
Failure to follow these instruc­
tions can result in personal in­
jury or property damage.
NOTE:
All references to left, right,
front and rear of the machine are
determined by standing behind the
handlebars and facing the direction
of forward travel.
Subjects covered in this Section include:
Regular Maintenance
Tiller Lubrication
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
Changing Engine Oil
Checking Transmission Gear Oil
Changing Transmission Gear Oil
Checking for Oil Leaks
Air Cleaner Maintenance
Engine Cooling System Maintenance
Engine Ignition System Maintenance
Tightening Tiller Hardware
Removing and Installing Tine Assemblies
Removing and Installing Single Tines
Checking and Adjusting Belt Tension
Belt Removal and Replacement
Forward Clutcb Bail Adjustment
Tiller Storage
REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Before Every Every Every As
REQUIRED MAINTENANCE Each 10 30 50 Noted
Use Hours Hours Hours
Check Engine Oil Level
•
1
Clean Engine Cooling Fins
•
Check Bolts and Nuts
•
3
Change Engine Oil
•
2
Check Tension on Drive Belt
•
3
Lubricate Tiller •
Check Transmission Gear Oil Level
•
4
Check Tines for Wear
•
Inspect Spark Plug
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Replace Paper Air Filter Cartridge
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NOTE 1 - Check frequently during first 2 hours of new operation; thereafter every 5 hours.
NOTE 2 - Change after 2 initial operating hours; thereafter every 10 hours.
NOTE 3 - Check after 2 initial operating hours; thereafter every 10 hours.
NOTE 4 - Check after 2 initial operating hours; thereafter every 30 hours.
NOTE 5 - Replace more often if used in extremely dusty or dirty conditions
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