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Bolt, Lock
Washer and
Flat Washer
Figure 64
3.
Remove the Key from the keyway in the Engine Crankshaft and set it aside.
4.
Clean the engine crankshaft and remove any burrs, then apply Anti-seize compound to the Crankshaft.
5.
Install the Key in the keyway of the new Clutch hub, align the Key with the slot in the Engine Crankshaft, and slide the new
Clutch Assembly onto the shaft.
6.
Add a patch of blue Loctite to the Bolt threads and secure the Clutch with the Washer, Lock Washer and Clutch Bolt using a
5/8" Wrench.
7.
Reinstall the Drive Belt and set the Drive Belt tension and alignment (see "Removing and Replacing the Drive Belt" in this
Chapter).
8.
Reinstall the Belt Guard (see "Removing and Replacing the Drive Belt" in this Chapter).
Battery Care (electric start only)
Proper care can extend the life of a battery. Follow these recommendations to ensure your battery's best performance and long
life:
•
Do not allow the battery charge to get too low. If the machine is not used, charge the battery every 4 – 6 weeks. Operate
the engine for at least 45 minutes to maintain proper battery charge.
•
Store an unused battery in a dry area that does not freeze.
•
Do not charge an already charged battery. In theory, you cannot overcharge our battery with a trickle charger; however,
when a battery is fully charged and the charger is still on, it generates heat that could be harmful to the battery. A fully
charged battery will read 12V-13.2V with a voltmeter.
•
Do not continue to crank your engine when the battery charge is low.
Charging the Battery
Operate the engine for at least 45 minutes to maintain proper battery charge. If the battery loses its charge, you will need to use a
trickle charger (like the DR Battery Charger) to recharge it. The charger should have an output of 12 volts DC at no more than 2
amps.
•
At 1 amp, the battery may need to be charged for as long as 48 hours.
•
At 2 amps, the battery may need to be charged for as long as 24 hours.
To connect a battery charger to your DR SELF-FEEDING WOOD CHIPPER, follow the steps listed below.
1.
Attach the black (-) battery charger wire to the battery negative (-) terminal and attach the red (+) battery charger wire to the
battery positive (+) terminal.
2.
Plug the battery charger into an outlet.
When you are finished charging the battery, disconnect the charger from the outlet First, then disconnect the battery charger wires
from the battery. If you leave the battery charger wires connected to the battery, the battery will discharge itself back into the
charger.
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Replacing the Clutch
Note: If a Clutch part malfunctions, it could jeopardize the integrity of other Clutch
components. If you have problems with the Clutch, a Clutch Kit is available, but we
recommend replacing your Clutch as a complete assembly.
Tools and Supplies Needed:
Clutch
•
5/8" Wrench or Air Wrench and Socket
•
Anti-seize compound
1.
Remove the Belt Guard and Belt (see "Removing and Replacing the Drive
Belt" in this Chapter).
Note: You may need to use an Air Wrench to break the Clutch Bolt loose depending
how tight it is on the Engine shaft.
2.
Remove the Clutch Bolt, Lock Washer and Washer and then slide the Clutch
from the Crankshaft (Figure 64).
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