MTD 21A-410-022 - Manual (Page 9)

TIRES
Recommended operating tire pressure is approxi­
mately 12 p.s.i. (check sidewall of tire for tire manufac­
turer’s recommended pressure). Maximum tire
pressure under any circumstances is 30 p.s.i. Equal
tire pressure should be maintained on both tires.
When installing a tire to the rim, be certain rim is ciean
and free of rust. Lubricate both the tire and rim
generously. Never Inflate to over 30 p.s.i. to seat
beads.
WARNING: Excessive pressure (over 30
p.s.i.) when seating beads may cause tire/
rim assembly to burst with force sufficient
to cause serious Injury.
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BELT REPLACEMENT
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CAUTION: Do not use an off-the-shelf
belt.
Your tiiler has been engineered with a belt made of
special material (Kevlar Tensile) for longer life and bet­
ter performance. It should not be replaced with an off-
the-shelf belt.
If belt replacement is required, order belt or belts by
part number from your nearest authorized dealer.
Part No. 754-0438—“V” Belt
1. Disconnect and ground the spark piug wire
against the engine.
2. Remove the belt cover from the left side of the
tilier £is foliows.
a. Remove two torx head screws from the top of
belt cover.
b. Remove two hex cap nuts and flat washers
from front side of the belt cover. Remove the
hex cap nut and flat washer at the back of the
cover.
3. Remove the belt keeper assembly located behind
the engine pulley by removing two hex bolts and
lock washers. See figure 11.
4. Remove belt. Reassemble new belt, following
instructions in reverse order.
NOTE: Upon reassembly, make certain the belt is
routed over the idler pulley and inside of belt keepers
by engine pulley. See figure 11.
FIGURE 11.
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 tilier
thoroughly. Lubricate the tiller as described in the
iubrication instructions.
2. Refer to the engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions.
3. Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.
4. Store tiller in a clean, dry area. Do not store next
to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer.
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.