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Clutch Removal, Disassembly, and Re-Assembly

If it is necessary to disassemble your Clutch, follow these steps.

Tools and Supplies Needed:

•9/16" Socket with Extension (18 HP)

•5/8" Socket with Extension (19 HP)

•Pliers, Retainer Ring

•Pliers (wrap the gripping surface in tape to avoid scratching the spring surface)

•Anti-seize compound

1.Perform steps 1 through 4 on the previous page to remove the Clutch.

2.Remove the Retainer Ring and Flat Washer and slide the Hub out of the Drum Assembly (Figure 20).

3.Unhook one Spring from its Shoe (Figure 20).

NOTE: Use tape wrapped pliers to avoid nicking the Spring.

4.Carefully note the position of Shoes and remove Shoes from the Hub (Figure 20).

5.Position the new Shoes correctly on the Hub, noting how the old ones were removed.

6.Place one end of each Spring over a Shoe pin, stretch the Spring just enough to clear pin on the other Shoe. Use tape wrapped pliers to avoid nicking the Spring. Avoid over stretching that may damage the Spring. Repeat for all Shoes.

7.Reassemble the Drum to the Hub, reinstall the Washer on Hub Shaft and secure in place with the Retainer Ring (Figure 20).

8.Clean the engine crankshaft and remove any burrs, then apply anti-seize compound to the crankshaft.

9.Install the Key in the keyway of the Clutch hub, align the Key with the slot in the engine crankshaft, and then slide the rebuilt Clutch Assembly onto the crankshaft followed by the Spacer, Washer, and Clutch Bolt (Washer and Bolt for the 19 HP). Tighten the Bolt securely.

10.Reinstall the Drive Belts and set the Drive Belt tension and alignment per Steps 3 through 5 on page 35.

11.Reinstall the Belt Guard.

Retainer Ring

Flat Washer

Spring

Drum

Hub

Shoe

Figure 20

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