Power Head Shaft/Lower Shaft Assembly

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Do not perform maintenance or assembly procedures with engine running.

Parts Required:

PAS or SRM-SB Power Head w/Shaft & Coupling

1. Set Power Head/Shaft Assembly on a level surface.

	2. Pull locator pin (A) out, and turn counter-clockwise 1/4 turn	B
		D
	to lock-out position.

3. Remove vinyl cap from attachment drive shaft.

4.	Remove cardboard spacer, if necessary.	E
		C
5.	Carefully fit attachment drive shaft assembly into coupler (B)
		A
	to decal assembly line (C), making sure that the inner lower

	drive shaft engages the square upper drive shaft socket.

Note: Earlier model Power Heads may have shorter couplings. Short couplings fit flush to decal point (E). New couplings are 4-3/4 in. long, and fit flush to line (C).

Note: Lower bearing housing and head assembly must be in line with the engine.

6.Rotate locator pin (A) 1/4 turn clockwise to engage lower shaft hole. Insure locator pin is fully engaged by twisting lower drive shaft. Locator pin should snap flush in coupler. Full engagement will prevent further shaft rotation.

7.Secure lower shaft assembly to coupler by tightening clamping knob (D).

Plastic Shield Installation

(For Nylon Line Operation)

Parts Required:	Plastic Debris Shield, Shield Plate,
	three (3) 5 x 16 mm screws.

Note: The plastic shield is for use with the Nylon Line Head only. Install Metal Shield when using plastic or metal blades, or serious injury may result.

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Echo 230, 260, 261, 231, 2400 Power Head Shaft/Lower Shaft Assembly, Plastic Shield Installation

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