MTD 215-395A - Manual (Page 2)

1. Your tiller is a precision piece of power equipnrient.
Exercise extreme caution at ail times.
2. Do not attempt to start engine with the clutch con­
trol in the engaged or FORWARD position.
3. Stand clear of tines when starting engine. Never
stand in front of, or work on tines while the en­
gine is running.
4. NEVER place hands or feet in the vicinity of the
tines while the engine is running.
5. Always stop engine when tiller is not in actual use.
6. Always disconnect spark plug wire during repairs
or refueling operations.
7. Do not fill fuel tank while engine is running. Do not
spill gasoline on hot engine.
Your rotary tiller is a precision built machine designed
to take the work out of gardening and other related
chores. It can be used for seed bed preparation, tilling,
cultivating, furrowing, composting and mulching. Like
any other piece of power equipment, it requires a cer­
tain amount of care and maintenance. In return for
this, it will give a maximum of service and efficiency.
Read these instructions carefully before assembling or
operating your tiller. Through proper care and opera­
tion, you will obtain long, efficient service and trouble
free operation.
NOTE
Your tiller is shipped without oil in the
engine crankcase. See engine manual
for correct type and amount.
ASSEMBLY
Your Rotary Tiller is shipped completely assembled ex­
cept for the handle, tine assemblies, depth bar and
wheels. These parts, with the necessary hardware are
easily assembled to the machine, as outlined in this
section.
NOTE
Reference to right hand or left hand
side of machine is from the operating
position.
TOOLS REQUIRED
One Screwdriver
Two 7/16" Wrenches
Two 9/16" Wrenches
Two %" Wrenches
One Pair of Pliers
FIGURE 1. HARDWARE SUPPLIED
Wheel end Wheel Hanger Assembly
Refer to figure 2.
Step 1. Slide the axle through the wheel hanger.
Step 2. Place the washer A, spacer C, wheel and
washer A on each side of the axle and se­
cure each with a cotterpin B as shown.