BC26 MECHANICAL DRIVE Owner’s Manual
Part No 501531
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501531_A_HI
NOTE
: Items in ( ) can be referenced in the Parts Illustrations and Parts Lists on pages 14-21.
BLADE
SHARPENING
AND
REMOVAL
(See pages 14 and 15 for Parts Illustration and Parts List)
READ
all safety instructions before servicing unit.
1.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
2.
Lift and support front of unit to allow access to underside.
UNIT IS HEAVY
. Make sure support is adequate to support weight of machine.
3.
Block blade to prevent it from rotating during removal. When replacing the blade, use BILLY GOAT Industries PN 501224
only.
NOTE
: When sharpening blade make sure to sharpen all cutting edges. If the lock nut is removed and replaced more
than once, it should be replaced with a new lock nut (P/N 8160009).
4.
Remove blade bolt (item 37), and friction washer (item 35).
5.
Remove blade (item 45) and install replacement blade.
6.
Attach new blade with new blade lock bolt (item 37), and new friction washer (item 35) removed earlier included with your
new blade.
NOTE
: Inspect fasteners for wear and replace if necessary.
7.
Torque blade lock nut to 40 ft-lbs.
8.
Reconnect spark plug wire.
BLADE
DRIVE
AND
TENSION
(See pages 14 and 15 for Parts Illustration and Parts List)
NOTE
: The blade drive belt is under constant tension by the idler arm on the deck
DISCONNECT
spark plug wire before servicing unit.
1.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
2.
Loosen two screws (item 75) holding belt deck cover (item 29) and remove the cover.
3.
Examine condition of belt and amount of tension on belt.
4.
If the idler is not providing enough tension inspect the spring (item 58) attaching it to the spindle base. If not enough
tension is being put on the arm, replace the spring.
5.
Replace engine base door (item 29) and secure with screws removed earlier.
6.
Reconnect spark plug wire.
7.
Check belt tension by operating unit under conditions that caused belt slippage. If belt continues to slip it may require
replacement before operation may continue.
BLADE
CLUTCH
ADJUSTMENT
(See pages 16 and 17 for Parts Illustration and Parts List)
DISCONNECT
spark plug wire before servicing unit.
DISCONNECT
spark plug wire before servicing unit.
If clutch continues to slip or squeal, do not operate equipment until adequate adjustment or repair has been
performed. Improper adjustment can cause clutch to overheat and slip, greatly reducing performance and
clutch life.
1.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
2.
As the clutch/brake wears or begins slipping or squealing, adjustment may
be required to maintain proper cable tension and clutch engagement. A
properly adjusted blade clutch should require 10 lbs. of force to depress the
end of the clutch lever. The blade clutch cable spring should stretch 1/4” to
3/8” (6.4-9.5 mm).
3.
Adjust cable tension by tightening or loosening cable adjustment nut on rear
of engine base (see
Fig. 8
). Be sure to leave enough slack in cable to allow
blade brake to engage.
4.
Reconnect spark plug wire.
Fig. 8
NOT
FOR
REPRODUCTION
