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Before you start
Before you start
Assembly
Connect the powerhead/outer tube to the gearcase
1.
Place the Powerhead/Outer tube assembly on a clean, flat
surface, spark plug facing up.
2.
Slip off the protective cover from the end of the outer tube.
3.
Use the L-wrench to loosen the tube clamp and index screw.
Verify that the D-shaped shim washer is positioned.
4.
Slide the outer tube into the tube clamp until the tube bot-
toms. If installation is difficult, rotate the outer tube or main
shaft slightly until you feel the mainshaft splines engage with
the gearcase.
5.
Position the outer tube so that the index hole on the outer
tube is aligned with the index screw on the gearcase tube
clamp.
6.
Using finger pressure only, thread the index screw into the
index hole located on the outer tube until it bottoms out.
7.
Tighten the index screw and the clamp screw firmly.
WARNING
Read the operator's manual carefully to ensure that you assemble the product correctly.
Using a product that has been incorrectly assembled could lead to an accident or serious injury.
1. Outer tube
2. Index hole
3. Mainshaft
4. D-washer
5. Clamp screw
6. Index screw
7. Tube clamp
8. Gearcase/cutter assembly
9. Protective cover
WARNING
Ensure that the fuel tank cap is securely in place.
Failure to do so could lead to an injury or serious accident,
or cause a fire.
CAUTION
Do not remove the D-shaped shim washer. The shim
washer prevents damage from overtightening the tube
clamp screw.
CAUTION
Do not force the shaft tube into the gearcase.
Excessive force can damage the shaft tube and mainshaft.
NOTE
It may be necessary to twist the outer tube slightly for the index
screw to be inserted fully.
