Multiquip MDR-9GH manual Checkingthe Chains, Vibration Clutch Adjustment

CHECKINGTHE CHAINS

1.Take off the checking cover on roller and coat grease on the chain if necessary (Figure 29). The chain should be lightly lubricated with motor oil.

Figure 29. Chain Cover

2.Check the chain tension and if loose, adjust the chain tension with the tightener (Figure 30. Chain tension should be adjusted every 50 hours of operation.

Figure 30. Chain Tightener

MDR-9GH — MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:

NEVERattempttochecktheV-beltwiththeengine running.Severeinjurycan occurifyourhandgets caught between theV-belt and the clutch (Figure 31). Always use safety gloves.

CLUTCH

PULLEY

VIBRATOR

PULLEY

Figure 31. V-Belt Hazard

VIBRATION CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT

1.Remove the protective cover from the clutch by removing the 4 allen screws.

2.Pull out the stop key and turn to the release position (Figure 30).

3.Viewing the clutch from the shifter-pulley side: if the clutch nut is turned to the right, the clearance between the adjusting and pressure plate decreases as the amount of torque increases. Normal adjustment is from 1 to 2 notches.

4.Make sure that the shifting lever is not too stiff. Lever should engage with moderate pressure.

5.After adjustment, return the stop key to the locked position.

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