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SHIFT ROD ADJUSTMENT
If the shift rod needs adjustment to obtain forward or
reverse correctly, proceed as follows. See Figure 13.
1. Remove the bag from the unit.
2. Remove the hairpin clip and flat washer from the
upper end of the shift rod. Pull the ferrule out of
the hole in the shift lever. (Make certain wave
washer remains in place on the ferrule.)
3. Place the shift lever in 6th position (all the way to
the left).
4. Push down on the shift rod. Thread the ferrule
up or down the shift rod until the ferrule lines up
with the upper hole in the shift lever.
5. Secure ferrule to shift lever with flat washer and
hairpin clip.
Figure 13
SECTION 8: MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Always stop engine and
disconnect spark plug wire before
cleaning, lubricating or performing any
repairs or maintenance.
LUBRICATION
Wheels—Rear wheels are provided with light oil
bearings. Place a few drops of SAE 30 oil on each
bearing once a season.
Height Adjustment Mechanism—Lubricate the
pivot points on the height adjustment mechanism
once a season using a light oil.
CLEANING
Clean the chipper-vacuum thoroughly after each
use. Wash the bag periodically with water. Allow to
dry thoroughly in the shade. Do not use heat.
ENGINE
Refer to the separate engine manual for engine
maintenance instructions.
REMOVING THE FLAIL SCREEN
If the discharge area becomes clogged, remove the
flail screen and clean area as follows.
1. Stop the engine. Make certain the chipper-
vacuum has come to a complete stop.
Disconnect the spark plug wire before
unclogging the discharge chute.
2. Remove the vacuum bag from the unit.
3. Remove the four self-tapping screws from the
bottom of the discharge chute, and the hex bolt,
flat washer and hex nut from the top. Remove
the discharge chute assembly. See Figure 14.
4. Remove the two hex bolts and hex nuts which
extend through the housing. Lift the flail screen
from inside the housing. See Figure 15.
5. Clean the screen by scraping or washing with
water. Reinstall the screen.
NOTE: Be certain to reassemble the flail screen
with the curved side down as shown in Figure 15.
Figure 14
Figure 15
Shift Rod
Shift Lever
6th Position
Hairpin Clip
Flat Washer
Discharge
Chute
Assembly
Hex Bolt
Flat Washer
Hex Nut
Self-Tapping
Screws
Flail Screen
Hex Bolts
and Nuts