BELT REPLACEMENT

Install new V-belt to engine pulley first then to transmission pulley. Be sure belt is positioned on inside groove of both pulleys, inside all belt guides and

rests on idler pulley.

CHECK TINE OPERATION

See "TINE OPERATION CHECK" in this section of manual.

REPLACE BELT GUARD

Belt Guide

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Engine

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Idler Pulley

Transmission

Belt Guide

Pulley

ENGINE

Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control devices and systems, which are being done at the customers expense, may be performed by any non- road engine repair establishment or individual. Warranty repairs must be

performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's service outlet.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has a high speed fixed jet and has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustments may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, proceed as follows.

IDLE RPM ADJUSTMENT

To adjust idle RPM, rotate throttle linkage counterclockwise and hold against stop while adjusting idle speed adjusting screw to obtain 1750 RPM. Release throttle linkage.

ACCELERATION TEST

Move throttle control lever from "SLOW"

to "FAST" position. If engine hesitates or dies, turn idle needle valve out

(counterclockwise) 1/8turn. Repeat test and continue to adjust, if necessary,

until engine accelerates smoothly. High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust or damage may result.

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed, overspeeding the engine above the factory high speed setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine-governedhigh speed needs adjusting, contact your nearest authorized service center/department, which has the proper equipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments.

Throtth

Throttle Stop

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Idle speed

Adjusting Screw

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917.292394 specifications

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