Assembly and Operation Instructions
2170_M52164_RevJune2021
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Step 6:
Places the bearings into the lower frame
using the “notch” on the bearing to fit into the
“notch” on the LOWER AXLE FRAME. Next slide the
axle through the bearings, through the GEAR BOX
and into the other LOWER AXLE FRAME. Next, install
AXLE BUSHING onto the axle, by placing the smaller
end in first, slide over the AXLE, past the drilled
holes.
NOW GO BACK AND TIGHTEN ALL NUTS AND BOLTS STARTING WITH FIRST STEP. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
Step 7:
Install DRIVE WHEEL onto the AXLE and align
with the cotter pin hole nearest to LOWER HANDLE as
shown. Insert 2″ cotter pin through wheel and through
AXLE. Bend with pliers to prevent pin from falling out.
Step 8:
Install COAST WHEEL onto the AXLE fully, then
using outside cotter pin hole, insert 1″ cotter pin through
AXLE (
not thru the wheel
). Bend with pliers to prevent
pin from falling out.
Step 9:
New for 2021 EarthWay listened to customers who desired an adjustable handle for taller operators.
Select three ¼” x 2” bolts and three nylon lock nut to complete this step.
Notice that the square handle shaft has two sets of holes in both ends. The end that the holes are closest to the end
of the handle shaft is the top. Place it as shown inbetween the handles.
Start by bolting through the handle spacer using the top most handle bar hole. Then bolt the gauge & lever assembly
through the two center holes using two of your ¼” x 2” bolts.
TIGHTEN ALL HARDWARE.