Assembly (continued)
Throttle Linkage and Ignition Leads
Adjust throttle trigger free play
The throttle trigger free play should be approximately 4 - 6 mm (3/16”
-1/4”). Make sure that the throttle lever operates smoothly without binding.
1.Loosen the air cleaner cover knob(s) and remove the air cleaner cover.
2.Place throttle linkage (A) through adjustment fixture (B) and install wire end into large carburetor throt- tle swivel hole (C). Check throttle for freedom of movement and that wide open throttle / low idle extremes are adjusted properly.
Throttle Free Play
Throttle trigger free play 
3.Turn the cable adjuster in or out as required to obtain proper free play 4 - 6 mm (3/16 - 1/4 in.).
4.Connect 2 ignition stop leads from throttle cable tubing to 2 ignition leads on engine.
5.Reinstall the air cleaner cover.
Cable | B | A | C |
Adjuster |
Remove air cleaner cover
Install Cutting Attachment Shield
CAUTION
Wear Gloves or personal injury may result:
•Cutoff knife is sharp.
•Gearcase and surrounding area may be hot.
Tools Required: Screwdriver
Parts Required: Plastic debris shield, shield plate, (3) 5 x 10 mm screws
NOTE
The plastic shield is for use with the Nylon Line Head only. Install Metal Shield when using plastic or metal blades.
1.Remove plastic threaded shaft sleeve and adapter plate (C) from PTO shaft (A).
2.Place the shield on the bottom of the bearing housing flange.
3.Place shield plate (B) on shield, align holes. Install three (3) screws from bottom through plate and shield into gear case.
A
B
C
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