SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com
SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com
VERSION 11/2016
FS351SP
Propane
11
DRUM RePlaceMent
Drum replacement is easy and requires a
few hand tools.
1. 9/16” socket or wrench
2. Rubber mallet
Before beginning servicing on any
propane-powered unit,
DISconnect SPaRK PlUg WIReS!
1. lower the machine so the cutter drum
is resting on the ground. Do this with the
cutter height adjustment t-handle.
4. Slide out drum assembly. (use caution as
it is
HEAVY
)
2)
3)
4)
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) lubricate shaft and drum bushings
with synthetic dry lube.
d) Make sure to replace drum spacers
and that they are properly seated.
7) align and slide drum back onto the hex
shaft.
8) Replace side plate (lift-up and lock into
place) over hex shaft and secure hardware.
note: It is recommended 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 six hex head cap screws
from the side plate using the 9/16” socket
or wrench.
3. Remove the side plate (this may require
the rubber mallet to break it loose)
*tIP: SMItH recommends owning an
extra drum loaded with cutters for
rapid job-site work flow.
6d)
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