DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Operations Instructions download pdf (Page 20)

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FIELD and BRUSH MOWER

Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five (5) minutes to allow all parts to cool.

Disconnect the spark plug wire(s), keeping it away from the spark plug(s).

2. Loosen the Lower Nut on the Spring side of the Bracket by 1/8" to 1/4", and then tighten the Nut on the Upper side against

the Bracket. Check the tension on the Wheel Clutch Lever and repeat the adjustment as needed.

Removing and Replacing the Drive Chain

Tools needed:

• 1/2" wrench or socket (Chain Cover)

• Flat-head screwdriver

• Needle Nose Pliers

1. Remove the Chain Cover (Figure 23).

2. Remove the Tensioner Spring (Figure 24)

3. Remove the Master Chain Link (Figure 25). First, remove the Lock Clip by

spreading the Clip with the Screwdriver and at the same time, slide the Lock

Clip back off the Master Link pins with the Needle Nose Pliers. Next,

remove the Side Plate, and then remove the Master Chain Link.

4. Slowly feed the Chain out.

5. Install and route the new Chain (Figure 24).

6. Add the Master Chain Link (Figure 25) in the reverse order of step 3.

7. Replace the Tensioner Spring (Figure 24).

8. Replace the Chain Cover and tighten the Lock Nuts.

If you over tighten the wheel clutch cable, the machine may lurch forward when shifting into gear. Use caution when shifting into

gear. Test adjustment using the procedure on page 19.

Chain Cove

Figure 23

Figure 24

Tensioner

Spring

Chain Routing

Figure 25

Lock Clip

Master Link

Side Plate

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