SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com
SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com
VERSION 8/2013
FS300
Gas
DRUM REPLACEMENT
Drum replacement is easy and requires a
few hand tools.
1. 17mm socket or wrench
2. Rubber mallet
Before beginning servicing on any
gasoline-powered unit,
DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE!
1. Lower the machine so the cutter drum is
resting on the ground. Do this either with
the cutter height adjustment handle or with
the lift carriage foot lever.
4. Slide out drum assembly. (use precaution
as it is HEAVY)
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5. Once the cutter drum is removed take to a
workbench for assembly.
a) Inspect condition of cutters,
spacers, shafts, bushings and drum.
6) Before replacing the drum onto hex shaft:
a) Check that all bearings are in
good working order
b) Remove dirt and material build-up
from inside drive carriage and drum.
c) Lube all metal contacts
6) Align and slide drum back onto the hex
shaft.
7) Replace side plate (lift-up and lock into
place) over hex shaft and secure hardware.
NOTE: It is recomended that you use a
wooden board or something similar to place
under the drum before lowering the machine
to take the drum weight off the shaft which
makes it easier to align with side plate
2. Remove the four hex head cap screws
from the sideplate using the 17mm socket
or wrench.
3. Remove the sideplate (this may require
the rubber mallet to break it loose)
*TIP: SMITH recommends owning
an extra drum loaded with cutter for
rapid job-sight
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