MTD 214-200A - Manual (Page 5)

7. Dip oil seals in lubricant and then insert one in
gear case and one in bearing cap.
8. Wipe tine shaft clean of filings and lubricate be­
fore assembling with bearings and worm wheel
in gear case.
9. Replace bearing cap.
CAUTION
Do not damage oil seals. The open
flanges face to the outside of the gear
case.
10. Tighten bearing cap enough to seal 'O" rings.
11. Replace tines and add lubricant.
SERVICE NOTES
DRIVE BELT SUPS
1. Lubricate contact surface under idler pulley bracket.
2. Check idler pulley bracket mounting bolts for ex­
cessive tightness. Idler pulley brackets must be
mounted securely but still must move freely.
3. Check control rod for improper assembly. If adjust­
ment tube is attached to lower end of control rod
instead of upper end, it may bind on control pivot
lever and prevent full use of tension spring.
4. Check belt guards. Belt guards must clear all points
of the tightened belt.
General—Check periodically all nuts and bolts. Loose
nuts and bolts can cause permanent damage to your
unit. Keep all nuts and bolts securely tightened.
5. Check belt clips. These must not touch belt when
belt is tightened.
6. Check control rod adjustment. Adjusting the adjust­
ment tube on the control rod lengthens or shortens
control linkage.
Storage—The following steps should be taken to pre­
pare your tiller for storage.
1. Clean tiller thoroughly and lubricate as described
in the preceding instructions.
2. Coat tilling tines with grease to prevent rusting.
3. Prepare engine for storage in accordance with en­
gine manufacturer's owner's guide.
4. Block tiller legs to raise tires clear of floor. Be sure
tiller is level.
5. Store in a dry, clean area.
7. Belt must be mounted on engine pulley. When as­
sembling, it is oftijn mounted between pulley and
reverse drive wheel. It also must be mounted inside
the stationary belt guards.
REVERSE DRIVE
1. Reverse drive wheel should line up with its match­
ing pulley. Check mounting bolt in engine pulley
for proper tightness.
2. Matching pulley for reverse drive wheel must be
assembled as shown on diagram. The deeper groove
matches the reverse drive wheel. The shallow groove
matches the "V" belt.
ATTACHMENTS
Extension Tines— This attachment is available to in­
crease your tilling width up to 40". Extension tines are
easily
installed and removed. Order under part num­
ber 294-164A.
3. Beit guards and belt clips must not touch the tight­
ened belt
4. Reverse idler bracket must move freely. Check
mounting bolts for excessive tightness. Lubricate
contact surface under idler bracket.
Furrow Opener— This attachment is easily installed on
the depth bar of your tiller. It can be used for either
furrowing or hilling operations. These attachments are
available through your local dealer.
For wide (2" x .43") depth bar, order furrow opener
294-179A.
5. Reverse should operate only when control handle
assembly is held in REVERSE position. Adjust con­
trol rod for proper operating position.
NOTE: If belts are excessively stretched, replacement
will be necessary.