Tine assemblies, Before starting engine, To start engine – MTD 215-386-000 User Manual
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8. Tine Assemblies
Check to be certain the tine assemblies are on the
tine shaft so that the sharp edge enters the soil
-first. See figure 13.
FIGURE 13.
OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
1
. Before starting, fill crankcase with o I as in
structed in
the
separate engine manual
packed with the unit.
During initial break-in period, watch )il level
closely.
2.
Fill fuel tank with fresh,
regular
gasoline.
TO START ENGINE
Ac
WARNING
\
BE SURE NO ONE IS STANDING IN
FRONT OF THE TILLER WHILE TH E
ENGINE IS RUNNING OR BEIN(3
STARTED.
1. Place the shift lever in the neutral (N) fiosition.
See figure 14.
2. Move choke lever to “CHOKE” positicn.
NOTE
Warm engine may not require cho <-
ing.
Throttle
Control
Neutral
FIGURE 14.
3.
Move throttle control lever forward to
“START” position. See figure 14.
4. Stand at side of the tiller. Grasp the starter
handle and pull out rapidly. Return it slowly to
the engine. Repeat if necessary.
5. After engine starts, push choke lever gradual
ly to “OFF” position.
TO STOP ENGINE
1. Move throttle control lever to “STOP” posi
tion.
2. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug
and ground to prevent accidental starting
while equipment is unattended.