MAINTENANCE
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Normal engine maintenance is required, check with owner's manual for specifics.
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Blade arm mounting and drive shaft must be properly tightened.
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Husgvarna-supplied belt allows for belt slippage.
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Inspect shaft, pulleys and keys for damage. Note: some pulleys have double set screws Use
blue Loctite on the set screws.
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The chains should be checked and adjusted after each use for the first fifty hours, every 20
hours after that.
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The chain can be adjusted from the rear without having to remove the skidpan.
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The chain must be lubricated with a dry chain lubricant to increase life.
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The depth adjustment knob and threaded screw must be lubricated frequently to prevent
rust and locking.
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Lubricate at all threads every 20 hours. Prevent direct water pressure in to the depth
adjustment assembly.
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The chain tension should be set with 1/4 -3/8" inch deflection between axle sprockets.
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Throttle cable and clutch cable should be checked before each use but should rarely need
attention once set properly.
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Belt tension can be increased by adjusting the cable.
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All pulleys should be checked for alignment and set screws for tightness. The lower drive
pulley has four setscrews.
SC18 Sod Cutter
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