MTD 216-031-000 - Manual (Page 9)

TILLING WIDTH
There are three tilling widths available.
Remove the spark plug wire from spark plug and
ground before making any adjustments to tine
width.
1. Standard tilling width is 18 inches. See figure
15.
FIGURE 15.
2. A narrower width (14 inches) can be obtained
by removing both outer tines. Use a 3/8"
wrench to remove the two self-tapping screws
on the outside of the tines. See figure 16.
Replace the first tine removed as shown in
figure 17.
FIGURE 17.
3. The minimum tiller width that can be obtained
is 10 inches. Remove the outer tines by remov­
ing the two self-tapping screws on the outside
of the tines. See figure 18.
FIGURE 18.
CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT
Refer to step numbers 8 and 9 of Assembly In­
structions for clutch adjustment information.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
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If any adjustments are made to the
engine while the engine is running
(e.g.
carburetor), disengage all
clutches and tines. Keep clear of
all moving parts. Be careful of
heated surfaces and muffler.