Alternate Cutter Positioning................ 23 Installing New Cutter Head and Main Shaft..........24 Changing Cutter Heads................25 Changing V-Belts..................26 Electric Clutch....................26 Trouble-Shooting Trouble-Shooting Guide................26 Parts Cutter Head Assembly Complete - Diagram and Parts......27-28 Model 200 Pavement Cutter Diagrams and Parts........29-32...
Your CRAFCO MODEL 200 is designed to give excellent service and save maintenance expense. However, as with all specifically engineered equipment, you can get best results at...
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Eye and ear protective devices are required when operating the CRAFCO Model 200 Pavement Cutter. A respirator should also be worn if the surface being worked with is dry. Care should be taken when operating machine on grades. It is usually best to operate the machine going up hill.
The responsibility of Crafco under this warranty is limited to replacement or repair of defective parts at Crafco’s Chandler, Arizona factory, or at a point designated by it, of such parts as shall appear to Crafco, upon inspection at such point, to have been defective in material or workmanship, with expense for transportation to be born by the original purchaser.
Please follow the instructions stated below when calling in a Warranty Claim. Failure to follow these procedures may be cause to void the warranty. Call your local Crafco Distributor. If you do not know who your local distributor is, call a Crafco Customer Service Representative, (Toll Free 1-800-528-8242) for name, location, and telephone number.
INTRODUCTION The CRAFCO Model 200 Pavement Cutter was designed specifically to widen and clean joints and cracks in asphalt and concrete surfaces. The CRAFCO Model 200 is not intended to be used to clean old sealant from joints and cracks.
WARNING: The Model 200 pavement cutter pushes toward operator when cutting. Tightly compacted surfaces, deep or wide cuts, or hard aggregate may cause sudden machine movement toward operator. This “kickback” could cause operator to lose his balance or control of machine resulting in serious personal injury.
When cutters will no longer cut to desired depth, they must be replaced. Refer to cutter changing section on Page 25. Governor speed in factor set for the most efficient cutting action. Increasing engine speed may hinder cutter action and also void warranty. ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cold Weather Starting Hints Be sure to use the proper engine oil for the temperature expected.
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ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (Continued) For a Cold Engine: Gradually return the choke control to the “off” position after the engine starts and warms up. The engine/equipment may be operated during the warm up period, but it may be necessary to leave the choke partially on until the engine warms up.
Store with engine in a near level position. INSTRUCTION FOR ORDERING PARTS Parts may be ordered from your local CRAFCO distributor or directly from CRAFCO, Inc. if a distributor is not available in your area. When ordering parts, give the following information:...
FIGURE 1 STABILIZER MECHANISM A stabilizer mechanism (See Figure 1) is used on the Crafco Pavement Cutter to improve the stability of the machine and to act as a brake. TO SLOW OR STOP THE MACHINE, SIM- PLY PUSH DOWN ON THE HANDLE. For normal operation, let wear plate drag on paved surface while machine is in operation.
MAINTENANCE Oil Recommendations: Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely important. So is check- ing oil daily and changing oil regularly. Failure to use the correct oil, or using dirty oil, causes premature engine wear and failure. Oil Type: Use high quality detergent oil of API (American Petroleum Institute) service class SG or SH.
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MAINTENANCE (Continued) General Recommendations: Purchase gasoline in small quantities and store in clean, approved containers. A container with a capacity of 2 gallons or less with a pouring spout is recommended. Such a container is easier to handle and helps eliminate spillage during refueling. To minimize gum deposits in your fuel system and to insure easy starting.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Follow a regular schedule of inspection and servicing, based on operating hours. Keep an accurate logbook of maintenance, servicing, and operating time. Use the factory recommended Periodic Maintenance Schedule (based on favorable operating conditions) to serve as a guide to get long and efficient engine life. For severe duty, extreme temperature, etc., service more frequently.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE These required maintenance procedures should be performed at the frequency stated in the chart below. They should also be included as part of any seasonal tune-up. *Perform these maintenance procedures more frequently under extremely dusty, dirty conditions. **Have a Kohler Engine Service Dealer perform this service.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS For longer engine life the Model 200 has been fitted with a High Capacity Air Cleaner (primary) and secondary element. Due to the dusty conditions created during operation, it is necessary to service the air cleaner when it becomes clogged with dirt.
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Clean machine each day using compressed air or by wiping with rags, especially in area of engine cooling fins. Periodically inspect the in-line fuel filter and replace when dirty. Use Crafco P/N 31331 of Kohler P/N 25-050-03. Always use genuine Crafco cutters and other replacement parts. Failure to do so will void...
Remove click pin from rear stand, move support strip to upper position and reinstall click pin. Lower machine to operating position. For cleaning of joints 1/2 inch wide, assemble cutters with 6 spacers on each side of the cutter. Call Crafco or your local Crafco Distributor for other cutter configurations.
The main consideration in cutter arrangement is placing equal number of cutters and spacers on opposite pins to maintain balance. Failure to do so could result in permanent damage to the machine and possible injury to the operator. Call Crafco or your local Crafco Distributor for a list of cutter options.
INSTALLING NEW CUTTER HEAD AND MAIN SHAFT The cutter head and main shaft are sold in matched sets and must be installed together. Slip the bearings on to the main shaft in the new cutter head. Push the handle down all the way to the ground to raise the front of machine. Roll new cutter head assembly under machine and into position.
CHANGING CUTTER HEADS It is recommended that the cutter head be changed when holes for pins are worn to 1.000 diameter or larger. REMOVING OLD CUTTER HEAD AND MAIN SHAFT Remove belt guard. (See Figure 2) Back off belt tension adjusting bolt jam nuts all the way and remove the V-belts. (See Figure 3).
Install belt guard. ELECTRIC CLUTCH The Model 200 is equipped with an electric clutch which can be engaged independently of engine operation. Under normal operation, no service of this clutch is required. If the V-grooves should become worn, a completely new clutch assembly (31289) must be installed.
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