Owner's manual

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2. Remove three hex nuts and flat washers.
3. Remove two gear case brackets. See Figure
3-136.
NOTE
It is not necessary to remove dust covers or
bearing housing to gain access into chain
case.
4. Now the two chain case housings can be sepa-
rated by using two screwdrivers to pry upward.
You may also need to tap on the tine shaft and
wheel shaft with a mallet.
5. Remove, clean and inspect gasket. Replace if
necessary. See Figure 3-137.
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