SERVICE
Figure 12
2.Lubricate SATELLITE SHAFTS on DETHATCHER with
CLUTCH CONTROL CABLE
Lubricate CABLE with oil, graphite or a penetrating- type spray lubricant as required.
BELT/CLUTCHADJUSTMENT
Position of Bail when CLUTCH engages, is adjusted by loosening jam nuts on threaded barrel end of CLUTCH CONTROL CABLE, turning jam nuts to desired position, then tightening in new position. See Figure 13.
CAUTION:
NEVER ADJUST MACHINE WITH
ENGINE RUNNING
Figure 13
OFF SEASON STORAGE
Thoroughly clean all external surfaces, Shaft Assembly (including Fingers or Slicers) and underside of unit before storing the unit. Grease all fittings and lubricate all wear surfaces with oil.
1.Drain gasoline from fuel system and drain the crankcase oil (Refer to Engine Manual for details).
2.At the start of the new season, replenish engine crankcase oil and add gasoline to the fuel tank.
3.Before starting, move the ENGINE CONTROL to “STOP” and pull Rope Starter slowly several times. If excessive resistance is felt, remove the spark plug and pull Rope Starter rapidly to spin the engine and clear oil from the cylinder. Clean and reinstall the spark plug before attempting to start the engine.
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