Hex
Nut
Slot in
Cable Bracket Hex
Washer Nut
Figure 5
ATTACHING THE CLUTCH CABLE
Attach the clutch cable to the handle as follows (be careful not to kink the cable).
1.Route the clutch cable to the left side of the tiller, and underneath the handle. Push the "Z" end of the cable into the hole in the clutch control bail. You will need to attach the "Z" end from the inside to the outside. (See Figure 6).
2.Push the clutch control bail inward and rotate it forward past the stop. (See Figure 6).
3.Unthread the top nut from the cable casing. Slip the wire through the slot on the cable bracket on the handle. Push the end of the casing up through the cable bracket. Rethread the hex nut on the end of the casing. Do not tighten at this time. (See Figure 6).
Push
Inward
"Z" Fitting
Rotate
Forward
Clutch Control
Bail
Figure 6
4.Again, push inward on the clutch control bail and rotate it back into it’s original position.
5.With the clutch control bail released, adjust the bottom nut at the cable bracket three turns up from end of threads. Tighten the upper nut against the bracket. Carefully squeeze the clutch control bail against the handle. The control wire should now be straight.
NOTE: Do not overtighten control wire. Too much tension may cause it to break.
WARNING: Be certain to check the clutch cable adjustment as instructed on page 7 of your owner’s guide before operating the tiller.
Secure drive cable to handle using cable tie. Refer to Figure 8. Cut off excess end of cable tie.
ATTACHING THE CONTROL ROD
1.Remove hairpin clips from control rod, (rubber washers to remain on control rod).
2.Insert the shorter, (angled), end of the control rod through the indicator bracket on the shift cover and secure with hairpin clip that was removed in step 1. (See Figure 7).
3.Insert the longer end of the control rod through the hole in the gear selector handle and secure with hairpin clip. (See Figure 8).
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| Control Rod |
Rubber |
|
Washer |
|
Idler |
|
Pulley | Indicator Bracket |
Rod | Hairpin |
| |
| Clip |
Figure 7
CHECKING THE CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT: Service the engine with oil and gasoline before checking this adjustment. Refer to the separate engine manual packed with your tiller for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations.
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