Tarmo TAR010 Instruction Manual page 87

Problem
Belt coming off.
Belt engages late or
slips.
Belt not staying tight
after adjustment.
The cutting wheel
does not rotate
The cutting wheel
continues to rotate.
The parking brake is
slipping
Possible solutions
1. Pulleys not aligned.
2. Belt tension is insufficient. Adjust belt tension.
1. Tighten the belt as described in the operator's manual.
2. Reduce cutting depth.
1. Check for damage on the axle, pulley or key. Make sure that
the setscrews are properly tightened.
2. Replace damaged parts.
1. Engine speed is insufficient to activate the centrifugal clutch.
2. Belt tension is insufficient. Adjust belt tension.
3. Clutch is worn-replace shoes and springs, and/or clutch
bearings.
1. Check that the throttle is disconnected.
2. Check for damage on the throttle cable.
3. Check that the throttle cable is properly mounted on the
throttle valve.
4. The engine speed is not under 1000 rpm, which is required to
disengage the centrifugal clutch.
5. Inspect springs on clutch shoes. If tension on clutch shoes is
not enough to pull shoes back, replace spring and clutch
shoes.
1. Adjust the brake tension in the manner described in the
operator's manual
2. Check for damage on the brake rod or lever.
3. Check for wear on the brake pads. Replace as necessary.