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Maintenance 

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Maintenance Schedule

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WARNING

Before performing any maintenance, turn engine off and remove the wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting 

and serious injury.

IMPORTANT:

 The warranty on this tiller does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.  To 

receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the tiller as instructed in this manual, and only use genuine 

replacement parts.  The following table lists required periodic maintenance. 

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE TABLE

CAUTION

       IMPORTANT NOTES about Maintenance schedule 

1. Re-check tightness of all fasteners after first 2 hours of initial use

2. Change engine oil after first 5-8 hours of initial use

3. Change oil every 25 hours if operating under heavy load or in high temperatures

4. Clean air filter every 10 hours if operating under dusty conditions.

WARNING

Use only GENUINE replacement parts.  Other parts may damage the unit or result in injury.

Service Records-   
Fill in dates as you complete regular 
service

Before 

Each Use

After Every 

10 Hours 

of Use

After  Every 
25 Hours

 

of 

Use

After Every 

50 Hours of 

Use

After Every 

100 Hour 

of Use

Before 

Each   Sea-

son

Before 

Storage

See 

Note 

Below

Check Engine Oil Level,

Fill to Proper Level

Clean Debris From Unit

Lubricate All Pivot Points

Check Fasteners for Tightness

1

Check Drive Belts 

Replace if Necessary

Check Tines for Wear or Damage 

Replace if Necessary

Check Fuel Line 

Replace if Necessary

Lubricate Wheel Axles

Check Spark Plug 

Replace if Necessary

Change Engine Oil

2,3

Clean Air Filter 

Replace if Necessary

4

Replace Spark Plug

Clean Combustion Deposits from 

Cylinder, Piston, and Valves

Check Transmission Oil

Summary of Contents for PRTT-460

Page 1: ...6 9 7 y l b m e s s A Engine Preparation 10 5 1 1 1 n o i t a r e p O 9 1 6 1 e c n a n e t n i a M Technical Service 19 Troubleshooting 20 4 2 1 2 y t n a r r a W 5 2 s i a n a r F 6 2 l o a p s E 1...

Page 2: ...and deadly gas NEVER run unit indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Do not use if children or bystanders are present Do NOT touch hot muffler or cylinder These parts are extremely hot from operation...

Page 3: ...and in this manual Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the tiller before starting Know how to stop the engine quickly Familiarize yourself with all the safety and operating...

Page 4: ...are in the locked position This acts as a brake for the tiller Always start the tiller on the level surface WARNING Disengage clutch lever and stop engine before leaving the tiller in operating positi...

Page 5: ...facturer Keep the tiller in safe working condition Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness When servicing or repairing the tiller do not tip the machine over or up unless specif...

Page 6: ...ter 7 Recoil Starter Handle 8 Spark Plug Spark Plug Wire 9 Depth Regulator 10 Throttle Control 11 Fuel ON OFF Valve 12 Choke Control 13 On Off Switch 14 Fuel Tank Cap 15 Oil Dipstick 16 Forward Lever...

Page 7: ...questions regarding their meaning or how to comply with these instructions reread the complete safety instruction text on the preceding pages or contact your lo cal dealer Should any of the safety lab...

Page 8: ...taining the following a Combination wrenches b 4 M8x25mm bolts flat washers lock nuts for assembling front carry handle 1 Remove all parts and packaging components 2 Use a utility knife to cut all 4 v...

Page 9: ...he tine blade The sharp cutting edge should be facing the direction of tine rotation for your tiller 2 Install the tine assemblies on each tine axle Secure with M10x50mm bolts and lock nuts Do not ove...

Page 10: ...See Figure 5 1 Slide the upper handle down over the lower handle and align the holes 2 Insert the saddle bolts into the holes as shown and securely with the handle knobs 3 Tighten the handle knobs sec...

Page 11: ...ver is set so the main frame of the tiller is level See Figure 6 2 Remove the oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean with cloth See Figure 6 3 Insert dipstick into fill spout but do NOT screw in Remove...

Page 12: ...ine is hot or running Always move outdoors to fill tank Wheels must always be locked in the tilling position when engine is running Do not operate the tiller with the wheel lockouts unlocked Always se...

Page 13: ...handlebars You can stop the tiller by releasing the drive safety control levers to the neutral position CAUTION Always press the forward or reverse drive levers down completely onto the handle bar gri...

Page 14: ...Please read this section and all operating and safety instructions before starting your tiller As a safety precaution the drive safety control levers will not lock in the forward or reverse position...

Page 15: ...holes on the lower handlebar mount 4 Install bolts and nuts Retighten all four bolts securely DEPTH REGULATOR LEVER See Figure 3 Tilling depth is controlled by the height of the depth regulator lever...

Page 16: ...w instructions under Tilling section This will allow for shallow tilling With the drag stake in this position make several light passes over the area to be tilled Reset for deeper depths with successi...

Page 17: ...il every 25 hours if operating under heavy load or in high temperatures 4 Clean air filter every 10 hours if operating under dusty conditions WARNING Use only GENUINE replacement parts Other parts may...

Page 18: ...t from underneath the unit and up around the reverse belt idler b Place the lower loop of the belt around the forward portion of the transmission pulley c Replace the reverse belt idler into the rever...

Page 19: ...Do not overfill Check the oil level annually To check the oil level 1 Move tiller to level ground 2 Remove oil level dipstick located between the handlebar mounts on the engine mount If the oil level...

Page 20: ...out of gasoline 2 Change the oil by following instructions under How to Change the Oil 3 Remove the spark plug from the cylinder Pour one ounce of oil into the cylinder Slowly pull the recoil start g...

Page 21: ...el tank Fill with fresh fuel 6 Take unit to an authorized service center for Carburetor adjustment Excessive vibration noise 1 Loose parts 2 Engine problems above 3 Abnormal noise or squeal coming fro...

Page 22: ...ly if so equipped muffler gasket ex haust manifold Crankcase Breather Assembly Breather connection tube Miscellaneous Parts Used in Above Systems Hoses belts connectors and assemblies Evaporative Emis...

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