MTD 219-406-000 - Manual (Page 15)

Wheel Chain
Case Pulley
Forward
Drive Belt
Forward
Engine Pulley
FIGURE 28.
5. Reassemble new belts, following instructions in
reverse order.
IMPORTANT
When reassembling belts, be certain
belts are routed around all belt keeper
pins as shown in figure 29.
Forward Belt Keeper
Drive Belt Pifis
Tine Belt
Belt Keeper
Pins
FIGURE 29.
NOTE
Upon reassembly, refer to illustration
on page 20 for correct assembly of wire
belt guard for your model tiller.
NOTE
If the “V”-idler or flat idler pulleys
are removed for any reason, be sure
to install with hub side against the
idler bracket. See figure 30.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the tiller is to be inoperative for a period longer than
30 days, the following precautions are recommended.
1. Working outdoors, drain all fuel from the fuel tank.
Run the engine until it stops from lack of fuel.
A i
WARNING
DO NOT DRAIN FUEL WHILE
SMOKING, OR IF NEAR AN OPEN
FIRE.
Drain all the oil from the crankcase (this should be
done after the engine has been operated and is
still warm) and refill the crankcase with fresh oil.
Protect the inside of the engine for storage as in­
structed in the separate engine manual packed
with your unit.
Clean the exterior of engine and the entire tiller
thoroughly.
Wipe tines with oiled rag to prevent rust.
FIGURE 30
2
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3.
4.
5.
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.
6 . Store in a clean, dry area.
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