MTD 215-370 A - Manual (Page 5)

NOTE
NOTE
A brief break-in period is essential to
insure maximum engine life. This con­
sists of running the engine at half speed
for a period of time required to use one
tank of gasoline. This is necessary on
the initial run only. It is also recom­
mended that the oil be changed after
five (5) hours of operation. This allows
for
the removal of impurities which
may have accumulated during the break-
in
period. Subsequent oil changes
should be made as stated in the engine
manual. Always check oil before using
your tiller especially during the break-in
period. Be sure oil level is adequate.
The Low Speed Groove for the 5 H.P.
tiller is the groove closest to the engine.
The Low Speed Groove for the 8 H.P.
tiller is the groove towards the oper­
ator. See figure 8.
The High Speed Groove for the 5 H.P.
tiller is the groove towards the operator.
The High Speed Groove for the 8 H.P.
tiller is the groove closest to the engine.
See figure 8.
TWO SPEED ADJUSTMENT
Your tiller can be operated in two speed ranges. See
figure 8.
The forward drive belt can be in either the high speed
groove or the low speed groove. The soil condition
determines the best speed range for your tiller.
To change belt from one groove to the other, shut off
the engine remove the spark plug wire and ground,
pull the clutch control lever into REVERSE with your
left hand and move the belt on the upper pulley to
the other groove. Repeat with the lower pulley.
Groove tow
HANDLE ADJUSTMENT
The handle may be adjusted to five different heights
by loosening the adjusting screw (and pulling it out
enough to clear the notches) on each side of the handle
and pivoting the handle up or down. See figure 9.
FIGURE 9. HANDLE ADJUSTMENT
FIGURE 8. TWO SPEED ADJUSTMENT
TAILPIECE ADJUSTMENT
The tailpiece can be made stationary or free floating.
To be free floating simply lift the "U" clevis and rotate
"U" clevis to engage forward hole and push down.
See figure 9. See figure 2 for stationary position.