MTD 12212 ユーザーズマニュアル

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Read this Section of the manual thor-
oughly before you start the engine.  Then,
take the time to familiarize yourself with
the basic operation of the tiller before
using it in the garden.  

Find an open, level area and practice
using the tiller controls without the tines
engaging the soil (put tines in “travel”
setting).  Only after you’ve become com-
pletely familiar with the tiller should you
begin using it in the garden.

Perform the following maintenance
during the first hours of new operation
(see “Maintenance”  in this manual and in
the Engine Owner’s Manual).

1.  Change engine oil after first two (2)
hours of new engine operation.

2.  Check for loose or missing hardware
on unit.  Tighten or replace as needed.

3.  Check transmission gear oil level after
first two (2) hours of operation.

4.  Check tension on forward clutch belt
after first two (2) hours of operation.

Make the following checks and perform
the following services before starting the
engine.

1.  Read the “Safety” and “Controls” Sec-
tions in this Manual.  Read the separate
Engine Owner’s Manual provided by the
engine manufacturer.

2.  Check unit for loose or missing hard-
ware.  Service as required.

3.  Check engine oil level.  See Engine
Owner’s Manual.

4.  Check that all safety guards and
covers are in place.

5.  Check air cleaner and engine cooling
system.  See Engine Owner’s Manual.

6.  Attach spark plug wire to spark plug.

7.  Fill the fuel tank with gasoline accord-

ing to the directions in the separate
Engine Owner’s Manual.  Follow all
instructions and safety rules carefully.