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INSTALL
HARNESS
CLAMP
Tools Required: Screwdriver, 8 x 10mm Open End Wrench.
Parts Required: Harness Clamp, 5 x 18mm Hexagon Head Bolt, Harness
Ring, 5 mm Spacer.
NOTE
Some models require installation of harness clamp. If your unit does
not have a clamp follow these directions.
1.
Remove shield and gear housing as an assembly.
a.
Loosen two (2) bolts (A) that clamp the gear housing to the
drive shaft.
b.
Remove locating screw (B) found at the top of the gear
housing.
c.
Pull shield and gear housing assembly from the
drive shaft assembly.
NOTE
Prevent the flexible drive cable from sliding from the drive shaft
housing. If cable does slide free, clean dirt from cable and re-
lubricate with lithium based grease prior to re-assembly.
2.
Remove front handle.
a.
Remove four (4) screws and nuts and bracket from handle.
Retain screws for future use.
b.
Remove handle.
3.
Install clamp.
a.
Slightly spread clamp and carefully slide up drive shaft.
b.
Install harness ring using spacer and 5 x 18 mm bolt. Do not
tighten at this time.
A
A
B
INSTALL
HANDLE
/
BARRIER
BAR
NOTE
The Barrier Bar is required when using grass or weed blades. Units
equipped with U-Handles do not require installation of the Barrier
Bar.
1.
Position front handle on shaft and install Barrier Bar using four (4)
screws and new nuts included with kit.
2.
Position handle for comfortable operation, and tighten screws
securely.
NOTE
The Barrier Bar is NOT A HANDLE.
