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Removing and Sharpening the Blade
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Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine.
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Remove chute and rotate the blade to align with the access hatch.
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Remove the blade using an Allen key on the outside of the blade and an adjustable wrench on the impeller
assembly (through the discharge chute). Use a piece of pipe or wood to block the hammer blades, preventing
them from inadvertently turning.
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Replace or sharpen the blade as desired.
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When sharpening the blade, protect hands by using gloves.
NOTE: Make certain the blade is reassembled with the sharp edge facing upward.
Changing or Tightening the Belt
NOTE: The belt is designed to be the weakest link in the mechanical linkage between the engine and the
blade. This improves the safety and durability of the chipper/shredder.
Occasionally, changing or tightening the belt is required.
To change the belt:
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Stop the engine and make certain the blades have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire
from spark plug and ground against the engine.
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Remove the belt guard.
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Loosen engine mount bolts and release belt tension.
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Pry the belt off the pulley using a screw driver shaft as a wedge as you rotate the pulley.
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Place a new belt on the pulleys in a similar fashion.
To tighten the tension on the pulleys, follow the above steps plus:
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Scribe a mark on the base plate along the edge of the engine.
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Remove the belt from the pulleys.
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Remove the upper discharge chute and mulcher screen.
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Loosen the four bolts securing the engine.
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Slide the engine about 1/8" further back.
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Tighten the engine mounting bolts securely.
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Re-install the belt and verify the tension. If the belt is still too loose, move the engine back another 3mm by
repeating the above steps.
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Reinstall guards and chute.
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