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2. With a 9/16" wrench, remove the Clutch Bolt, Lock
Washer and Washer and then slide the Clutch from the
Crankshaft (figure 46).
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,
d set the Drive Belt tension and alignment (see “Removing and Replacing
and Replacing the Drive Belt” in this Chapter).
best
Do not allow the battery charge to get too low. If the machine is not used, charge the battery every 4
ge.
ery with a trickle
Ch
Operate the engine for at least 45 minutes to maintain proper battery charge. If the battery loses its
charge, (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
Tools and Supplies Needed:
• 9/16" Wrench
• Anti-seize compound
1. Remove the Belt Guard and Belt (see “Removing and
e Drive Belt” in this Chapter).
you will need to use a trickle charger
Replacing th
3. Remove the Key from the keyway in the Engine
Crankshaft and set it aside.
4. Clean the engine crankshaft and remove any burrs,
and then slide the new Clutch Assembly onto the
crankshaft followed by the Washer, Lock Washer and
Clutch Bolt. Tighten the Bolt securely with a 9/16"
wrench.
6. Reinstall the Drive Belt an
the Drive Belt” in this Chapter).
7. Reinstall the Belt Guard (see “Removing
Battery Care (electric start only)
Proper care can extend the life of a battery. Follow these recommendations to ensure your battery’s
performance and long life:
•
– 6 weeks. Operate the engine for at least 45 minutes to maintain proper battery char
• 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 batt
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.
arging the Battery
• amps, the battery may need to be charged for as long as 24 hours.
Clutch
Figure 46
Bolt, Lock
Washer and
Flat Washer
CLUTCH
REMOVED
Engine
Crankshaft
Key
Keyway