Unpacking And Assembly; Operation - EarthQuake MC43 Manuel De L'utilisateur

UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY

Unpack Cultivator
1. Carefully lift the cultivator out of the box, remove any
packing material and cut any ties holding the handlebar
pieces to the cultivator assembly.
2. Find parts packet. Parts packet contains:
• 4 - T-Handle Nuts (4640)
• 4 - Curved Washers (4641)
• 4 - Saddle Bolts (4642)
Assembly
1. Stand the cultivator assembly upright with tines and
wheels on a level surface. Wheels should be set in the
lowest position. DO NOT place the cultivator on a high
surface where it can fall and cause property damage or
personal injury.
2. Using two T-handle nuts, two saddle bolts, and two
curved washers, attach the middle handlebar to the lower
handlebar that is already connected to the cultivator
assembly. The middle handlebar can be installed in
one of two positions, one high and one low. DO NOT
overtighten the T-handle nuts. SEE FIGURE 1
3. Attach the upper right and left handlebars to the middle
handlebar using the two remaining T-handle nuts, saddle
bolts, and curved washers. SEE FIGURE 1. DO NOT
overtighten the T-handle nuts.
4. The drag stake is shipped with point facing upwards.
Before using, remove lock pin and turn the drag stake
around so the point is directed in the downward position
facing towards the tines. Re-insert lock pin.
SEE FIGURE 2
UPPER RIGHT
HANDLEBAR
T-HANDLE NUT
MIDDLE
HANDLEBAR
FIGURE 1
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CURVED
WASHER
UPPER LEFT
HANDLEBAR
SADDLE BOLT
LOW POSITION
MOUNT HOLES
HIGH POSITION
MOUNT HOLES
LOWER
HANDLEBAR
DRAG STAKE
(POINT DOWN FOR OPERATION)
FIGURE 2

OPERATION

Operation Tips
1. The clutch will transfer maximum power after about two
hours of normal operation. During this break-in period
clutch slippage may occur. The clutch should be kept free
of oil and other moisture for efficient operation.
2. Cultivate without placing excessive body weight on the
unit. The cultivator operates most efficiently with the
weight of the unit itself.
IMPORTANT
TO OPERATE THE ENGINE, WE RECOMMEND
USING "VIPER" BRAND 2-CYCLE OIL (PN 16890),
OR EQUIVALENT HIGH QUALITY 2-CYCLE OIL
DESIGNED FOR AIR-COOLED 2-CYCLE ENGINES, TO
ENSURE THAT THE ENGINE OPERATES CORRECTLY
THROUGHOUT THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE. USE
PREMIUM GASOLINE, LOW/NO ETHANOL BLENDS
RECOMMENDED.
Preparing Engine for Starting
Mixing Fuel and Filling the Fuel Tank
GAS
1 gallon 2.6 fluid-ounces
2 gallons 5.1 fluid-ounces
5 gallons 13 fluid-ounces
NOTE: Engine must be run with a 50:1 Fuel:Oil ratio.
1. Fuel must be mixed in a container outside in a well
ventilated area.
2. Fill certified fuel container 1/4 full of recommended fuel.
3. Add recommended amount of 2-cycle oil.
4. Screw container gas cap on straight and tight.
5. Shake the container to mix fuel and oil.
6. Unscrew gas cap slowly to vent, add the remainder of fuel
requirements.
7. Wipe away any spilled fuel or oil and allow to evaporate
before moving or transporting.
Operator's Manual
MC43 2-Cycle Cultivator
LOCK PIN
OIL RATIO
50:1
50:1
50:1
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