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4. Remove the idler pulley by removing the hex screw and jam lock
nut. See Figure 28.
5. Remove the old belt and install the new belt. Follow the instruc-
tions in reverse order to re-install the belt keeper and belt cover.
See Figure 28.
NOTE: Upon reassembly, make certain the belt is routed over the idler
pulley and inside of the belt keepers by the engine pulley.
TINES
The tines will wear with use and should be inspected at the beginning
of each tilling season and after every 30 operating hours. The tines
can be replaced. Refer to the Parts List section of this manual for part
numbers.
Tine Inspection
With use, the tines will become shorter, narrower and pointed. Badly
worn tines will result in a loss of tilling depth, and reduced effective-
ness when chopping up and turning under organic matter.
Removing/Installing a Tine Assembly
1. Remove the tine shield end covers and side shields by removing the
three wing nuts on each side that secure them. Refer to Figure 11.
2. A tine assembly consists of a eight articulating tines.
NOTE: Note the position of the tines for reinstallation of the new tine
assemblies.
3. To remove a tine assembly, simply remove the bow-tie cotter pin
securing the clevis pin. See Figure 30.
4. Remove the clevis pin and slide the assembly to the outside of
the unit and off of the tine shaft.
5. Before reinstalling the tine assembly, inspect the tine shaft for
rust, rough spots or burrs. Lightly file or sand, as needed. Apply a
thin coat of grease to the shaft.
6. Secure the tine assembly to the tine shaft using the clevis pin and
bow-tie cotter pin.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Clevis Pin
Bow-Tie
Cotter Pin
Figure 30
ADJUSTMENTS
Handle
The handle may be adjusted to the desired height. Refer to the
Assembly section for details.
Secondary Clutch Cable Adjustment
If additional adjustment is necessary after the primary adjustment from
the Assembly section can no longer be used, the secondary adjust-
ment can be performed as follows:
1. Remove the belt cover as instructed the Belt Replacement on
page 21.
2. Locate the spring at the end of the cable. See Figure 31.
3. Loosen the upper nut, then tighten or loosen the lower nut until
the proper tension is reached.
4. Once the proper tension is reached, re-tighten the upper nut to
secure the cable.
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Upper Nut
Lower Nut
Idler Pulley Bracket
Figure 31