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What to do in case the engine won't start
1. Push the switch to the ''start'' position.
2. Move the choke lever to open the choke.
3. Press the primer bulb a few times.
4. Give the recoil starter cord a few short, quick pulls. The engine should start and run.
5. If the engine does not start, then move the choke lever to close the choke. Pull the recoil starter cord four to five times. The engine should sputter or cough.
6. After the engine sputters, push the choke button in, Then pull the starter cord. The engine should start and run.
7. If the engine still does not start, repeat.
Tilling
Shallow cultivation
1. Switch the tines to the cultivating position.
2. Move the machine quickly over the soil surface.
Deeper cultivation
1. Move the machine slowly back and forth.
2. Work the same area over and over until you've dug to the desired depth.
Dealing with big weeds or tough roots
The machine may tangle in tall grass, stringy vines or big weeds. If the area to be cultivated is overgrown, first use a knife, pruner or brush cutter to chop up the
overgrowth. If the tines become tangled, let the machine rock back and forth over the tough spot until the tines slice through the weed or root.
Warning:
If the tines get jammed or entangled:
• Turn off the engine at once.
• Remove the obstruction while the engine is off.
• Never try to remove an obstruction while the engine is running. Serious injury can result.
Working/walking position
Working position
Walking position
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MAINTENANCE
Air filter
• Check, clean and replace the air filter every 25 hours of use or more frequently if used under dusty conditions.
Cleaning the air filter
1. Remove the air cleaner cover by pulling the tab on side and take out the 3 filter elements.
2. Use neutral detergent and warm water to clean the filter elements. After cleaning, air dry the element completely and moisten with a small amount of motor
oil.
3. Place the filter element into the air cleaner housing and press the cover against the housing until it clicks.
Idle speed adjustment
1. Warm up the engine before adjusting the idle speed.
2. The idle speed adjustment screw controls the throttle opening at idle speed.
3. If the engine tends to stop frequently at idling mode, turn the adjusting screw clockwise.
4. If the tines continue to rotate after releasing the trigger, turn the adjusting screw counter-clockwise.
Clearing blockages
• Check periodically for blockages in the fuel tank, fuel line and fuel filter and clear them. Such blockages can keep the machine from starting.
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