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CR POWER RAKE Owner's Manual
DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
NOTE: Takes approx. 10 min. and requires 3/8" socket wrench with extension.
1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.
2. Remove six self-tapping screws (item 65) holding the belt guard (item 21 & 22) in place. Remove the guard.
3. Remove the belt (item 9) by rotating the reel pulley (item 2) and walking it out of the groove. Discard old belt
4. Install new belt using same procedure to walk the belt into the groove.
5. With new belt installed, pull bail rod back to engaged position and measure extension of idler spring. Spring should stretch 1"
to 1.25" (25-32 mm) with bail engaged. Adjust clutch cable as necessary to achieve this extension.
6. Re-install the belt guard.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Abnormal vibration
Engine stalls or labors when
raking
Engine will not start
Engine is locked, will not pull
over
Part No 350518
Possible Cause
Damaged or missing blades.
Loose handle bolts. Loose engine
bolts.
Blades set too deep into ground.
Throttle in off position.
Out of gasoline or bad, old
gasoline.
Spark plug wire disconnected.
Gas valve off.
Dirty air cleaner.
Debris locked against reel, or drive
pulleys. Engine problem.
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Solution
Stop work immediately. Replace any
damaged or missing blades. Tighten
all loose nuts and bolts.
Raise blades so that they just touch
the ground on a level surface.
Check choke position.
Check gasoline.
Connect spark plug wire.
Turn on gas valve.
Clean or replace air cleaner. Contact a
qualified service person.
Pull spark plug wire and remove
debris. Contact an engine servicing
dealer for engine problems.
350518_-_HI
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