Z End Hooked | Reverse Tine | |
in Bracket | Engagement Lever | |
Threaded |
| Forward Tine |
Rod |
| Engagement Handle |
Hex Nut |
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| Z End Hooked |
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| in Bracket |
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| Threaded |
| Hex Nut | Rod |
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Figure 3
•Thread the rod back into the cable until the cable is straight. Do not tighten it enough to put any tension on the spring. See Figure 3.
•Thread the hex nut down against the end of cable. Use a pair of pliers and a wrench to lock the nut
against the rod.
The reverse clutch cable is attached to the front of the tiller. Attach the end of the reverse cable to the reverse tine engagement handle above the handle assembly in the same manner as the forward cable. See Figure 3.
NOTE: Do not overtighten control cables. Too much tension may cause it to break when engaged.
Final Clutch Adjustment
To check the clutch cables, proceed as follows:
•Disconnect the spark plug wire and move it away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting.
•Engage and release the forward tine engagement handle, then the reverse tine engagement lever. If an excessive noise is heard when releasing either the tine drive clutch handle or lever, the cable may be too loose. Adjust either the forward or reverse clutch cable by loosening the hex nut, threading the rod into the cable one or two turns, then retightening the nut. See Figure 4.
•With tine engagement handles in neutral, pull the starter rope several times. The tines should not turn. If they turn forward, loosen the hex nut on the forward cable. If they turn toward the rear, loosen the hex nut on the reverse cable and unthread the rod from the cable two or three turns. Retighten the hex nut and check again for correct adjustment.
Reverse Tine |
Engagement Lever |
Forward Tine |
Engagement Handle |
Figure 4
SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR TILLER
Reverse Tine |
Engagement Lever |
Forward Tine |
Engagement Handle |
Handle Knob |
Depth Stake |
End Cap |
Tines |
Figure 5
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