Manual
4. Checkfor correct tension ontheforward
drive belt by taking two measurementsof
the cable spring, as follows:
a. With the Forward Clutch Bail (Y,Fig. 2-
6) in an open (released)position, measure
the length of the cable spring (W) from the
outermost coil to the outermost coil.
b. Squeezethe ForwardClutch Bailagainst
the handlebar(see Fig. 2-7) and re-mea-
sure the spring length. The belt tension is
correct if this second measurementis be-
tween 1/16"to 3/16" longer than the first
measurement. If so, turn the hex nut (Z,
Fig. 2-7) tightly against the cableadjuster
(X) while preventing the cable adjuster
from turning.
c. If the spring length is incorrect, you
must adjustthe cabletension as described
in Checkingand Adjusting Forward Drive
Belt Tensionin Section 5. Incorrect cable
tension can result in belt slippage (cable
tension too loose), or unintentional tine
movement when the clutch bail is in Neu-
tral (cabletension too tight).
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Fig.2-5: Cable
springand
adjuster.
W
Fig. 2-6: Attachforward
clutchcable spring to
forwardclutch bail
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Fig. 2-7: Tocheckforwardbelt tension, take twomeasurementsof thelengthof the coilsin the
spring-- first withthebah open, then withthe bah held against thehandlebar.
STEP 5: INSTALL REVERSECLUTCH
CABLE(MODELS643BAND645A ONLY)
1. Unwrapthe reverseclutch cable (CC,
Fig.2-8 and Fig.2-9) from its shipping po-
sition and route it up to the handlebar. Be
sure that the cable is routed beneaththe
Forward Clutch Bail.
2. Insertthe cable(CC,Fig.2-8)through the
slot inthe cablebracketandpositiontheflat
side of the threadedassemblynextto the
flat side of the hole.Slidethe hex nut (DD)
up the cable andtighten it securely.
3. Fastenthe reverseclutch cableto the
left side handlebarwith acabletie (EE,Fig.
2-9).
4. Testthe function ofthe reverseclutch by
pulling out and releasingthe cableknob.
The knob should return to its neutral posi-
tion (resting against bracket). If it doesn't,
contact your local dealeror Troy-Bilt LLC
for technical assistance.
Flat Side
Fig. 2-8: Install reversecable bracketand
reverse clutchcable.
Fig. 2-9: Route reverse clutchcable (CC)as
shown. Attachwithcable tie (EE).