Hex
Nut
Slot in
Cable Bracket Hex
Washer Nut
Figure 5
3.Pull the cable upwards to obtain slack, push the "Z" end into the bail. You will need to attach "Z" fitting from the inside to the outside.See Figure 6.
4.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 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. Remove one hex nut and lock washer from the end of the casing on the clutch cable. Thread the other nut all the way onto the threaded casing, as far as it will go.
2.Slip the wire through the slot on the cable bracket on the handle. Push the end of the casing up through the cable bracket. Slide the lock washer on the casing and rethread the hex nut on the end of the cable casing, four turns. Do not tighten at this time. See Figure 5.
"Z" Fitting
Clutch Control
Bail
Figure 6
ATTACHING THE CONTROL ROD
1.Remove hairpin clips from control rod, (rubber washers to remain on control rod).
2.Insert one 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 remaining 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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