Poulan PPRT5C - Manual (Page 15)

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
lyUFFLER
Do not operate tiller without muffler. Do not tamper with
exhaust system. Damaged mufflers or spar1< arresters
could create a fire hazard. Inspect periodically and replace
if necessary. If your engine is equipped with a spark
arrester screen assembly, remove every 50 hours for
cleaning and inspection. Replace if damaged.
SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each tilling season
or after every 50 hours of use, whichever comesfirst. Spark
plug type and gap setting is shown in “PRODUCT SPEC!-
FI CATIONS” on page 3 of this manual.
TRANSMISSION
Your transmission is sea led and will only require lubrication
if serviced.
CLEANING
• Clean engine, wheels, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your
unit unless the muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered
to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened
engine life.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
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CAUTION; Disconnect spark plug wires from spark plug and place wire where It cannot come Into
contact with plug.
TILLER
TO ADJUST HANDLE HEIGHT (See Fig. 22)
Select handle height best suited for your tilling conditions.
Handle height will be different when tiller digs into soil,
• First loosen handle lock lever,
• Handle can be positioned at different settings between
“HIGH” and “LOW” positions.
• Retighten handle lock lever securely after adjusting.
TIRE CARE
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CAUTION: When mounting tires, un­
less beads are seated, overinfiatlon
can cause an explosion.
• Maintain 20 PSl (1,4 k^cm^) of tire pressure. If tire
pressures are not equal, tiller will pull to one side.
• Keep tires free of gasoline or oil which can damage
rubber.
TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 23)
• Place blocks under transmission to keep tiller from
tipping.
• Remove hairpin clip and clevis pin from wheel.
• Remove wheel and tire.
• Repair tire and reassemble.
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