SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT
HOW TO ADJUST THE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
_
ARNING:
To
prevent
an
injury,
the
attachment
clutch
must operate
correctly.
In normal
usage,
the
attachment
clutch
will
not
require
an
adjustment.
However,
if the cutting
performance
decreases
or the
quality
of cut is poor, make the following
changes.
1.
When you mow, make sure the throttle control in in the FAST
position.
2.
Move
the attachment
clutch
to the DISENGAGE
position
(Figure
28).
3.
Stop the engine.
Disconnect
the wire from the spark
plug.
Attachment
Clutch
Engage Position
Figure 28
4.
Check
the blade(s).
Keep a sharp edge on the blade(s).
A blade
that is not sharp
will cause
the tips of the grass
to become
brown.
If the quality
of cut has not improved,
replace
the mower
drive
belt.
See "How To Replace
The Mower
Drive Belt". If replacing
the belt does not correct
the problem,
take the unit to a Sears
or other qualified
service
center.
6.
Move
the attachment
clutch
to the DISENGAGE
position.
Stop the engine.
Disconnect
the wire from the spark
plug.
7.
Check
the operation
of the blade
brake.
Rotate
the pulley
with
your hand. Make sure the brake
pad is pressed
tightly
against
the pulley
(Figure
29).
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WARNING:
If the brake
pad
does
not
press
tightly
against
the pulley,
take
the unit
to a Sears
or other
qualified
service
center.
8.
Move the attachment
clutch
to the ENGAGE
position.
Check
the pad for the blade
brake.
If the pad is excessively
worn or damaged,
replace
the brake
pad assemblies.
Correct
replacement
parts
and assistance
are available
from a Sears
service
center.
10. Attach
the wire to the spark plug. Mow for a short distance
and
again check
the operation
of the attachment
clutch.
11.
When
you move the attachment
clutch
to the DISENGAGE
position,
all movement
will stop within five seconds.
If there is
movement
of the belt or the blades
continue
to rotate,
engage
and disengage
the attachment
clutch
five times
to remove
any excess
rubber from a new mower
drive
belt.
If you need
assistance,
take the unit to a Sears
or other
qualified
service
center.
Blade Brake
(Pad Against Pulley)
Figure 29
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