BC26 HYDRO-DRIVE Owner’s Manual
Part No 501549
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501549_A_HI
NOTE
: Items in ( ) can be referenced in the Parts Illustrations and Parts Lists at the back of the manual.
BLADE
SHARPENING
AND
REMOVAL
READ
all safety instructions before servicing unit.
1.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
2.
Lift and support front of unit to allow access to underside.
UNIT IS HEAVY
. Make sure support is adequate to support weight of machine.
3.
Block blade to prevent it from rotating during removal.
4.
Remove blade bolt (item 23), and friction washer (item 39).
5.
Remove blade (item 2) and install replacement blade. When replacing the blade, only use BILLY GOAT Industries PN
501224.
NOTE
: When sharpening blade make sure to sharpen all cutting edges. If the lock nut is removed and replaced
more than once, it should be replaced with a new lock nut (P/N 8160009).
6.
Attach new blade with new blade bolt (item 23), and new friction washer (item 39) removed earlier included with your
new blade.
NOTE
: Inspect fasteners for wear and replace if necessary.
7.
Torque blade lock nut to 40 ft-lbs.
8.
Reconnect spark plug wire.
BLADE
DRIVE
AND
TENSION
NOTE
: The Blade Drive belt is under constant tension by the idler arm on the deck
DISCONNECT
spark plug wire before servicing unit.
1.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
2.
Loosen four screws (item 27) holding belt deck cover (item 29) and remove the cover.
3.
Examine condition of belt and amount of tension on belt.
4.
If the idler is not providing enough tension inspect the spring (item 50) attaching it to the spindle base. If not enough
tension is being put on the arm, replace the spring.
5.
Replace engine base door (item 29) and secure with screws removed earlier.
6.
Reconnect spark plug wire.
7.
Check belt tension by operating unit under conditions that caused belt slippage. If belt continues to slip it may require
replacement before operation can be continued.
BLADE
CLUTCH
ADJUSTMENT
DISCONNECT
spark plug wire before servicing unit.
If clutch continues to slip or squeal, do not operate equipment until adequate adjustment or repair has been
performed. Improper adjustment can cause clutch to overheat and slip, greatly reducing performance and clutch life.
NOTE
: See
Fig 12
for proper belt routing.
DISCONNECT
spark plug wire before servicing unit.
1.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
2.
As the clutch/brake wears or begins slipping or squealing, adjustment may be
required to maintain proper cable tension and clutch engagement. A properly
adjusted blade clutch should require 10 lbs. of force to depress the end of the
clutch lever. The blade clutch cable spring should stretch 1/4” to 3/8” (6.4-9.5
mm).
3.
Adjust cable tension by tightening or loosening cable adjustment nut on rear of
engine base (See
Fig. 9
). Be sure to leave enough slack in cable to allow
blade brake to engage.
4.
Reconnect spark plug wire.
Fig. 9
NOT
FOR
REPRODUCTION
