MTD Engine - Series 350/450/650
9
5.44. To replace the brake pad, remove the flywheel
as described in the IGNITION section of this
manual. See Figure 5.44.
5.45. Remove the two nuts that hold the brake pad to
the brake arm using an 8mm wrench, and
remove the pad.
5.46. Apply a small amount of thread locking com-
pound such as Loctite 242 (blue) to the threaded
studs on the new brake pad, and fasten it to the
brake arm using the two nuts previously
removed.
5.47. Assemble the engine, reversing the disassembly
process. Adjust the brake arm if necessary.
5.48. Adjust the brake arm with the flywheel
installed, but the fan shroud, recoil assembly,
and engine cover removed.
Figure 5.44
Brake pad
Nuts
5.49. There are two screws that hold the brake
assembly to the engine. They can be loosened
using an 10mm wrench. See Figure 5.49.
• The screw near the base of the cylinder is a
pivot point.
• The screw near the oil fill tube clamps the brake
mechanism in place via a slotted hole.
5.50. Use a spring clamp to hold the safety bail
against the upper handle bar.
5.51. Position the brake assembly so that the edge of
the brake pad that is nearest the slotted hole is
roughly .050” (1.27mm) from the flywheel, then
tighten the screws. See Figure 5.51.
NOTE: The shank of an unused drill bit may be
used as a feeler gauge
Figure 5.49
Screw:
pivot point
Screw:
Adjustment
Figure 5.51
Drill bit used
for gauge
www.mymowerparts.com
For Discount White Outdoor Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983
To Next Page
Loading...
Need help?
General