8
PLASTIC
SHIELD
INSTALLATION
(for Nylon Line Operation)
NOTE
The plastic shield is for use with the Nylon Line Head only.
Install Metal Shield when using plastic or metal blades.
1.
Remove plastic threaded shaft sleeve and adapter plate (C) from
PTO shaft (A).
2.
Place the shield on the bottom of the bearing housing flange.
3.
Place shield plate (B) on shield, align holes. Install three (3) screws
from bottom through plate and shield into gear case.
4.
Assemble upper plate (C) onto PTO shaft.
C
E
D
6.
Rotate locator pin (A) 1/4 turn clockwise to engage lower shaft
hole. Insure locator pin is fully engaged by gently twistinglower
drive shaft. Locator pin (A) should snap flush in coupler. Full
engagement will prevent further shaft rotation.
7.
Secure lower shaft assembly to coupler by tightening clamping
knob (D).
NOTE
Earlier model Power Heads may have shorter couplings. Short
couplings fit flush to decal point (E). New couplings are 4-3/4 in.
long, and fit flush to line (C).
NOTE
Lower bearing housing and head assembly must be in line with the
engine.
A
B
C
A
