SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

NARROW TILLING/CULTIVATING - 12-3/4" PATH (See Fig. 18)

Remove outer tines.

tine_6

INNER TINES ONLY

FIG. 18

NOTE: When reassembling outer tines, be sure right tine assembly (marked “R”) and left tine assembly (marked “L”) are mounted to correct side of tine shaft.

TINE OPERATION CHECK (See Fig. 19)

WARNING: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug to prevent starting while checking tine operation.

For proper tine operation, forward tine control lever must be against control body and all slack removed from inner wire of control cable when control is in the “OFF” (up) position.

If lever and cable are loose, loosen cable clip at lower end of cable. Pull up on cable to remove slack, without extending spring on end of cable, and retighten cable clip.

FINAL CHECK “OFF” POSITION

With tine control “OFF” (up), push down on handle to raise tines off the ground.

Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines. Tines should not rotate.

If tines rotate, inner wire of control cable is too tight which is extending lower spring and engaging tines. Loosen cable clip and push down on cable only enough to relieve spring tension. Tighten cable clip.

Recheck in “OFF” position and adjust if necessary.

FINAL CHECK “ON” POSITION

With tine control “ON” (held down to handle) push down on handle to raise tines off the ground.

Slowly pull recoil starter handle while observing tines. Tines should rotate forward.

If tines do not rotate, inner wire of control cable is too loose. Loosen cable clip and pull cable up to remove slack and retighten clip.

Recheck in “ON” position and adjust if necessary. NOTE: If “ON” position check required adjustment, recheck “OFF” position adjustment to insure tines do not rotate when control is “OFF” (up).

 

FORWARD TINE

 

CONTROL IN “OFF”

 

(UP) POSITION

 

TINE CONTROL

BODY

“ON” POSITION

 

CABLE

TINE

CLIP

 

CONTROL

 

CABLE

FIG. 19

TO REMOVE BELT GUARD (See Fig. 20)

Remove two (2) cap nuts and washers from side of belt guard.

Loosen (do not remove) tine shield nut on underside of tine shield.

Pull belt guard out and away from unit.

Replace belt guard by reversing above procedure. Be sure slot in bottom of belt guard is under head of tine shield bolt and all nuts are tightened securely.

CAP NUTS

AND WASHERS

BELT

GUARD

TINE

SHIELD

NUT

FIG. 20

TO REPLACE V-BELTS (See Figs. 21 and 22)

Replace V-belts if they have stretched considerably or if they show cracks or frayed edges. There are two (2) V-belts - forward (inside) and reverse (outside).

Belt guard must be removed to service belts. See “TO REMOVE BELT GUARD” in this section of manual.

NOTE: Observe carefully routing of both belts and location of all belt guides before removing belts.

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Poulan PPFT55 owner manual Tine Operation Check See Fig, To Remove Belt Guard See Fig, To Replace V-BELTS See Figs

PPFT55 specifications

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The PPFT55 is equipped with a bump feed head that simplifies the process of line replacement. This feature allows users to easily extend the cutting line by simply tapping the head against the ground while operating the trimmer, eliminating the hassle of manual line feeding. The cutting width of 18 inches provides generous coverage, allowing users to complete their trimming tasks quickly and efficiently.

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