[. . . ] This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. This operator's manual provides you with easy-tounderstand operating instructions. Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition. All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. [. . . ] Pull the cultivator backwards to improve the depth of cultivation and reduce your effort. If the tines are digging too deep or not deep enough, adjust them according to Adjusting Tine Depth. WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, always stop the engine when operation is delayed or when transporting the unit from one location to another. NOTE: Some maintenance procedures may require special tools or skills. If you are unsure about these procedures take your unit to any non-road engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer. WARNING: To prevent serious injury, never perform maintenance or repairs with unit running. FREQUENCY Before starting engine Every 10 hours Every 25 hours Every 50 hours NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer. In order to assure peak performance of your engine, inspection of the engine exhaust port may be necessary after 50 hours of operation. If you notice lost RPM, poor performance or general lack of acceleration, this service may be required. If you feel your engine is in need of this inspection, refer service to any non-road engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer for repair. DO NOT attempt to perform this process yourself as engine damage may result from contaminants involved in the cleaning process for the port. MAINTENANCE REQUIRED Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel mix Clean and re-oil air filter Check and clean spark arrestor Check spark plug condition and gap Inspect exhaust port and spark arrestor screen for clogging or obstruction to assure maximum performance levels Replace all four (4) tines at the same time, because they will wear evenly through normal use. WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, always wear heavy gloves when handling the tines. The tines are stamped with the letter "R" or "L" to identified their position on each side of the gearbox when facing the front of the unit. Replace the tines and felt washers onto the shaft with the hubs on the tines facing each other. Ensure the tips on tines are aligned in the same direction with each other before reinstalling the clevis pins and pin clips (Fig. NOTE: When installed correctly, there will be an "R" and "L" tine on both the gearbox and the tips of the tines. WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always turn your unit off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it. NOTE: Operating the unit without the air filter and cover assembly will VOID the warranty. Locate the muffler front and the two (2) bolts securing it to the engine (Fig. Remove the two (2) bolts using a flatblade screwdriver or 5/16-inch socket or nut driver. NOTE: If the exhaust gasket is torn or damaged, replace it with a new gasket before you reassemble the muffler. [. . . ] MTD warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship. This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product, and has not been subject to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use of any accessory or attachment not approved by MTD for use with the product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage. This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase for any MTD product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or any other incomeproducing purpose. [. . . ]