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Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required.
Level 2 = Moderate difculty. Some specialized tools may be required.
l u b r I c a t I o n
Drive Shaft (Lower)
Level 1
Tools Required: 4 mm L-Wrench
Parts Required: POWER BLENDX
TM
8 oz. (P/N 91014) or Lithium
Base Grease.
IMPORTANT
Lower and upper drive shaft must be lubricated with high tem-
perature automotive grease every 25 hours of operation, otherwise
drive shaft assembly overheating and failure can result.
1. Remove the cutting attachment from the Power Pruner
TM
shaft
housing by removing the locating bolt (A), loosening the (2) two
bolts (B) clamping the cutting attachment to the shaft housing, and
sliding the cutting attachment off.
2. Remove lower ex cable, wipe clean, and apply a thin coat 15ml
(1/2 oz.) of high temperature automotive grease.
3. Reinstall cable. Make sure cable end engages upper drive shaft
adaptor.
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B
A
4. Slide the cutting attachment onto the shaft housing until the hole
in the neck of the cutting attachment is aligned with the hole (C) in
the housing (It may be necessary to rotate the saw chain slightly to
align the internal pinion and drive shaft.)
5. Insert locating bolt (A) and tighten to snug.
6. Tighten bolts (B), clamping the cutting attachment onto the hous-
ing.
A
C
Component Maintenance Procedure Skill Level Interval
Drive Shaft Grease 1 Every 25 hours of use
Guide Bar Inspect/Clean/Lubricate 2 Before Each Use
Saw Chain Inspect/Sharpen/Replace/Tension 2 Before Each Use
Screws/Nuts/Bolts Inspect/Tighten/Replace 1 Before Each Use
IMPORTANT - Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequen-
cy of required maintenance.
B
B