Troy-Bilt 12087 - Manual (Page 44)

Section
Carefully read this Section on
tiller and engine maintenance
and service.
Performing the required mainte­
nance according to schedule will
ensure the proper performance
and long life of your machine.
A CAUTION
Before inspecting, cleaning or
servicing the machine, shut off
engine, wait for all moving
parts to come to a complete
stop, disconnect spark plug
wire and move wire away from
spark plug.
Failure to follow these instruc­
tions can result in personal in­
jury or property damage.
NOTE: All references to left,
right, front and rear of the ma­
chine are determined by standing
behind the handlebars and facing
the direction of forward travei.
Subjects covered in this Section include:
• Tiller Maintenance
• Engine Maintenance
• Storing Your Tiller
• Troubleshooting
• Specifications
• Attachments
REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Before Every Every Every As
PROCEDURE Each 10 25 30 Noted
Use Hours Hours Hours
Check engine oil level •
Every 5
operating hrs.
Clean engine cooling system •
Test operation of Forward Interlock
Safety System
•
See Sec 4
Forward Interlock Safety System -
check wire condition,connections
•
Check battery electrolyte level and
electrical connections
•
Recharge battery Before/after
long storage
Check drive belt tension • After initial
2 hours
Check nuts and bolts •
After initial
2 hours
Clean tiller tine shaft •
Lubricate tiller
•
Change engine oil*
•
More often
in dusty or
dirty areas
Clean foam element air filter
Check paper element air filter
•
•
More often
in dusty or
dirty areas
Check for oil leaks
•
After initial
2 hours
Check gear oil level in
both transmissions
•
After initial
2 hours
Check bolo tines for wear
•
Check reverse disc for wear •
Check air pressure in tires •
* During engine break-in period, change engine oii after first 5 hours of operation.
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