Schiller RYAN MATAWAY 744283C User guide

PARTS / SET-UP MANUAL
MAN 4164187 Rev. A 4-2009 Original Language Instructions
SELF-PROPELLED WALK BEHIND
SCARIFIER/POWER RAKE
MODEL:
744283C
MATAWAY

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02-2010
IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Thank you for purchasing this Ryan product. You have purchased a world class product, one of the best de-
signed and built anywhere.
This machine comes with an Operators and a Parts Manual containing safety, operation, parts, maintenance
and service information. The useful life and good service you receive from this machine depends to a large
extent on how well you read and understand this manual. Treat your machine properly, lubricate and adjust it
as instructed, and it will give you many years of reliable service.
Your safe use of this Ryan product is one of our prime design objectives. Many safety features are built in, but
we also rely on your good sense and care to achieve accident-free operation. For best protection, study the
manual thoroughly. Learn the proper operation of all controls. Observe all safety precautions. Follow all instruc-
tions and warnings completely. Do not remove or defeat any safety features. Make sure those who operate
this machine are as well informed and careful in its use as you are.
See a Ryan dealer for any service or parts needed. Ryan service ensures that you continue to receive the best
results possible from Ryan’s products. You can trust Ryan replacement parts because they are manufactured
with the same high precision and quality as the original parts.
Ryan designs and builds its equipment to serve many years in a safe and productive manner. For longest life,
use this machine only as directed in the manual, keep it in good repair and follow safety warnings and instruc-
tions. You'll always be glad you did.
Schiller Grounds Care, Inc.
One Bob Cat Lane
Johnson Creek, WI 53038-0469
TABLE OF CONTENTS FIGURES PAGE
SAFETY.........................................................................................................................................................2-3
SET-UP.............................................................................................................................................................4
MAINTENACE...............................................................................................................................................5-6
ADJUSTMENTS..........................................................................................................................................7-10
BELT REPLACEMENT...................................................................................................................................11
SERVICE...................................................................................................................................................12-15
STORAGE......................................................................................................................................................16
PARTS SECTION...........................................................................................................................................17
CHASSIS................................................................FIGURE 1................................................................... 18, 19
HANDLE ASSEMBLY............................................ FIGURE 2................................................................... 20, 21
CLUTCH ASSEMBLYAND CONTROL ................. FIGURE 3................................................................... 22, 23
ENGINE AND DRIVE ASSEMBLY .........................FIGURE 4................................................................... 24, 25
TRANSMISSION ....................................................FIGURE 5................................................................... 26, 27
GUARDS................................................................ FIGURE 6................................................................... 28, 29
REEL 1/32" BLADES-1/2" SPACING......................FIGURE 7................................................................... 30, 31
REEL 1/32" BLADES-1" SPACING....................... FIGURE 8................................................................... 32, 33
REEL 1/16" BLADES-1" SPACING........................ FIGURE 9................................................................... 34, 35
REEL 1/16" BLADES-1" 1/2 SPACING.................. FIGURE 10................................................................. 36, 37
REEL FLAIL BLADES-1" SPACING....................... FIGURE 11................................................................. 38, 39

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MODEL NUMBER: This number appears on
sales literature, technical manuals and price lists.
SERIAL NUMBER: This number appears only
on your unit. It contains the model number fol-
lowed consecutively by the serial number. Use
this number when ordering parts or seeking war-
ranty information.
SAFETY
NOTICE !!!
Unauthorized modications may present extreme
safety hazards to operators and bystanders and
could also result in product damage.
Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. strongly warns against,
rejects and disclaims any modications, add-on
accessories or product alterations that are not
designed,developed,testedandapprovedbySchiller
Grounds Care, Inc. Engineering Department. Any
Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. product that is altered,
modied or changed in any manner not specically
authorized after original manufacture–including the
additionof“after-market”accessoriesorcomponent
parts not specically approved by Schiller Grounds
Care, Inc.–will result in the Schiller Grounds Care,
Inc. Warranty being voided.
Any and all liability for personal injury and/or
property damage caused by any unauthorized
modications, add-on accessories or products not
approved by Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. will be
considered the responsibility of the individual(s) or
company designing and/or making such changes.
Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. will vigorously pursue
full indemnification and costs from any party
responsibleforsuchunauthorizedpost-manufacture
modications and/or accessories should personal
injury and/or property damage result.
This symbol means:
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
Your safety and the safety of others is involved.
Signal word denitions:
The signal words below are used to identify levels
of hazard seriousness. These words appear in this
manualandonthesafetylabelsattachedtoSchiller
Grounds Care, Inc. machines. For your safety and
thesafetyofothers,read andfollow theinformation
given with these signal words and/or the symbol
shown above.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situationwhich,ifnotavoided, WILL resultindeath
or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTIONindicatesapotentiallyhazardoussituation
which,ifnotavoided,MAY resultinminorormoderate
injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices or property damage.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, MAY result in property damage.

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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY
In general
- Maintain machine according to manufacturer's
schedule and instructions for maximum safety
and best results.
- Park machine on level ground.
- Never allow untrained personnel to service ma-
chine.
- Guards should only be removed by a qualied
technician for maintenance or service. EReplace
guards when work is complete.
- Adjust or repair only after the engine has been
stopped and the blades have quit rotating.
- Replace parts if worn, damaged or faulty.
For best results, always replace with parts
recommended by the manufacturer.
- Disconnect spark plug wire(s) before making any
repairs.
- Do not dismantle the machine without releasing
or restraining forces which may cause parts to
move suddenly.
- Provide adequate support, e.g. jackstands for
lifted machine or parts if working beneath.
- Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
- Clean up spilled oil or fuel thoroughly.
- Replace faulty mufers.
- To reduce re hazards, keep the engine, muf-
er, and fuel storage area free of grass, leaves,
debris buildup or grease.
- Stop the engine and allow to cool before storing
- Drain the fuel tank outdoors only.
- Store fuel in an approved container in a cool, dry
place
- Keep the machine and fuel containers in a locked
storage place to prevent tampering and to keep
children from playing with them.
- Do not store the machine or fuel container near
heating appliances with an open ame such as a
water heater or other appliance with a pilot light.
- Keep gasoline storage area free of grass, leaves
and excessive grease to reduce re hazard.
- Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives,
mufers and engine to help prevent res.
Blades
- Only replace blades. Never
straighten or weld them.
- Keep other persons away
from blades.
Fuel
- Petrol (gasoline) and diesel
fuels are ammable; petrol
(gasoline) vapors are
explosive. Use extra care
when handling.
- Store only in containers
specically designed for fuel.
- When refueling or checking fuel level:
- Stop the engine and allow to cool;
- Do not smoke;
- Refuel outdoors only;
- Use a funnel;
- Do not overll;
- If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine until the spill is cleaned up and vapors
have cleared.
- Replace caps on fuel containers and tanks
securely.
Sparks from static electricity can start res or cause
explosions. Flowing fuel can generate static electric-
ity. To prevent static electricity sparks:
- Keep fuel containers electrically grounded. Do
not ll containers in a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Fill containers on
the ground away from the vehicle.
- When practical, remove petrol (gas) powered
equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on
the ground. If equipment must be refueled on the
truck or trailer, refuel from a portable container
rather than a dispenser nozzle.
- Keep the dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening until fueling
is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open
device.
WARNING
WARNING

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Do not operate this equipment until you have read
and understand the SAFETY, CONTROLS and
OPERATION sections the operator manual.
To prevent injury, use an adequate lifting device
(i.e., hoist, or fork lift) to remove unit from pallet.
1. Remove the crate top and sides.
Banding is under tension and may snap back
when cut. Wear eye protection and stay clear
when cutting the band.
2. Remove and discard banding attaching the
Mataway to the pallet, Remove shipping brackets
that hold down front axle and discard. Remove unit
from pallet.
3. Remove the transmission belt cover. Tilt unit
forward and support the chassis with jack stands.
4. Remove the belt shield under frame G (Figure 3).
To prevent fuel spillage and/or the risk of re
or personal injury from inhalation of fumes, be
sure fuel tank is empty before tilting the unit
forward.
Support rear of tilted unit adequately.
5. Remove Side guards in Figure 1.
6. Move the reel clamp levers E (Figure 1) (left and
right side) rearward to release the reel clamps.
7. Position the reel with the pulley toward the right side
of the machine. Slip the 3 belts around the pulley F
(Figure 2).
8. Position the pillow block in the recessed part of the
frame on each side so the pillow block groove ts
over the frame.
9. Hook the retaining clamp rods into the holes in
the reel clamps, then rotate the levers forward
until they lock over the center to secure the reel.
If necessary, the over center tension can be
adjusted with the turnbuckles on the reel clamp rod
assemblies.
A loose reel may cause injury or property
damage. Be certain the reel clamp lever locks
SET-UP
over center to keep the reel from working loose.
10. Reinstall belt sheild and LH and RH side guards.
11. Install the belt shield Gunder the frame and secure
it with (1) 5/16-18 X 3/4 screw and lockwasher.
12. Remove jack stands and set unit on the ground.
13. For nal adjustment of the reel, refer to the
Adjustment section of this manual.
Check the engine oil level. Top off if necessary.
See the adjustment section for setting blade height.
14. Add weight to front of unit.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3

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REEL BLADE REPLACEMENT
1. Remove reel. See Reel Removal and Installation
NOTE: Note how the blades and spacers are
arranged on the reel and the direction of the blades
before disassembly so that it can be reassembled in
the same manner.
2. On the end of the shaft opposite the pulley,
loosen the set screw in the locking collar Aon
the reel shaft. Insert a punch in the small hole
on the collar and use a hammer to tap the collar
clockwise until it's loose (approx. 1/4 turn).
Remove the collar and remove the pillow block
and bearing B.
3. Loosen the socket head screw Cin the reel nut D
and remove the reel nut from the shaft.
4. Slide the blades and spacers off of the shaft.
5. Reassemble the reel with new blades.
NOTE: When reassembling the reel, it is important to
start and end with a spacer. DO NOT assemble with
a blade next to the shaft nut.
6. Make sure the socket head screw Cin the reel
nut Dis just "snug" or about 1 to 2 ft.-lb.
(1.5 - 3 N·m). Screw the nut onto the reel shaft
and torque to 80 + 10 ft.-lb. (108 + 13 N·m).
Make sure enough spacers are used to prevent
the reel nut from contacting the shoulder of the
hexagonal section of the shaft. Tighten the
socket head screw to 10 to 12 ft.-lb. (13-16 N·m).
7. Install the pillow block with bearing Bon the
shaft. Slide the pillow block on until the outside
edge of the block is 5/8" (16mm) from the end of
the shaft.
8. The pillow block Bmust also be perpendicular to
the shaft. To check this, hold a ruler Gagainst
the rst blade Hand across the edge of the
pillow block. Rotate the pillow block by hand. If
the edge of the pillow block does not appear to
wobble (move back and forth) the pillow block is
perpendicular.
9. Install the locking collar against the bearing by
tapping it counterclockwise approx. 1/4 turn and
tightening the set screw.
10. Reinstall belt sheild and LH and RH side guards.
(See Figure 1 in Set-Up)
11. After the reel has been reinstalled (refer to
the section on Reel Removal And Installation)
readjust the blade height.
After 4 hours of use, check reel nut for proper torque.
The torque value for the reel nut is
80 ft.-lbs. + 10 ft.-lbs. (108 + 13 N·m).
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MAINTENANCE
BLADE REPLACEMENT
Remove the reel in the reverse order of installation
as stated in the Set-Up instructions in this manual.
Blades are removed from the reel by removing the
pillow block and the reel nut on the end of the reel,
opposite the drive pulley.
Note how the blades are spaced before
removing them to assure proper installation of the
new blades.
NOTE: When reassembling the reel, it is important to
start and end with a spacer. DO NOT assemble with
a blade next to the shaft nut.
When installing new blades (Part No. 516901 and
Part No. 516900, straight blades) note the
hexagon shape of the shaft. Install the rst blade
onto the shaft, then rotate the next blade so it is one
lobe forward (60ooff center) from each previous
blade.
Keep installing the blades in this order until all blades
are installed.
Mount the reel shaft, with new blades in the reverse
order it was removed.
After 4 hours of use, check reel nut for proper torque.
The torque value for the reel nut is 348 ft.-lbs. + 35
ft.- lbs. (420 to 510 N·m).

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ADJUSTMENT FOR REEL AND DRIVE BELTS
Belt tension may need adjusting due to run in and
normal wear. Inspect belts daily to ensure proper
operation of the unit.
NOTE: Reel and drive belt adjustments are guide-
lines only. The reel drive belts should engage with-
out slipping and disengage completely. The drive
belt should engage without slipping and disengage
so that the unit will not creep.
Remove the transmission drive belt cover.
REEL DRIVE BELT.
Engage the reel drive clutch. Measure the
distance between the reel drive belts and the
forward edge of the idler assembly belt stop.
Measurement Dshould be 3/4" (19 mm). If the
Reel belt requires adjustment the Transmission
Drive Belt must also be adjusted. (Figure 1)
TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT
Engage the drive clutch. Measure the distance
from the top edge of the idler pulley F, to the
top edge of the drive belt G. The measurement
Eshould be 3/4" to 2" (44 to 50 mm). The
Transmission Belt may be adjusted independent
of the Reel Drive Belt. (Figure 2)
REEL DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT:
1. Loosen the transmission mounting plate A
and chain idler sprocket hardware. Slide the
transmission/mounting plate assembly as far
rearward as it will go to provide slack in the
transmission drive belt.
2. Clean the underside of chassis to allow
movement of the engine and loosen the engine
mounting hardware.
3. Loosen the set screw in the locking collar Con
the drive shaft. Insert a punch in the small hole
in the collar and use a hammer to tap the collar
clockwise (opposite direction of engine rotation)
until it's loose (approx. 1/4 turn).
4. Loosen the hardware securing the mounting
plate B(supporting the reel drive pulley) and the
pillow block.
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
NOTE: Belt cover removed for clarity.
5. Make sure the springs are in place on the drive
belt idler arm and the reel belt idler arm.

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6. Square the engine with the chassis. If
measurement D(Figure 1) is over 3/4" (19mm)
slide the engine forward as necessary to obtain
proper measurement D. If measurement D is
under 3/4" (19mm) slide the engine rearward
as necessary to obtain proper measurement.
Tighten the engine mounting screws.
7. Align the mounting plate Lso that it is
perpendicular to the chassis and the pillow block
bearing is centered on the coupler shaft. Tighten
the two plate mounting screws Hat the bottom of
the plate.
8. Align the pillow block bearing with the coupler
shaft so that there is no vertical or side load on
the shaft and tighten the pillow block mounting
hardware. Torque the pillow block screws to
25 ft.-lbs. (34 N·m).
9. Tighten locking collar Kon engine coupler shaft.
Rotate collar counterclockwise on pillow block
shoulder. Using hammer and punch, lock collar
into position. Tighten set screw in collar K.
10. Engage reel drive clutch. Check the clearance
from the idler pulley Mto the belt stop Nbolted
to the mounting plate, clearance should be a
minimum of 1/16" (2 mm). If necessary, loosen
the belt stop hardware Oand reposition it.
Tighten hardware.
11. Complete adjustment process by performing
steps 12-17 of the Transmission Belt Adjustment.
TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT:
12. Perform step one of the Reel Belt adjustment.
13. Slide the transmission assembly forward
until measurement Eis less than 3/4" to 2"
(44-50mm).
14. Tighten transmission mounting hardware
securely. Slide chain idler sprocket against the
drive chain until there is 1/8" to 1/4" (3 to 6mm)
play in the chain opposite the sprocket and
secure hardware.
15. Check transmission belt alignment with a
straight edge. Loosen the set screw on the
transmission pulley and slide it in or out to
achieve proper alignment.
16. Check operation of reel and transmission belt
drives. The drive belts should engage without
slipping and disengage so that the unit will not
creep. Readjust if necessary.
17. Reinstall the transmission belt cover. Check
clutch control over-center and belt stop tension
adjustments.
NOTE: Belt cover removed for clarity.
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CLUTCH CONTROL OVER-CENTER:
NOTE: The clutch control should positively lock over-
center in the disengaged position. Adjust rod
length if necessary.
18. Remove the transmission belt cover.
19. Loosen the jam nut on top of the clevis at the
bottom of the clutch lever E (below).
20. Remove the cotter pin A and clevis pin B, and
the two bushings Con the control handle. Turn
the rod to shorten or lengthen the rod as required
and reattach the rod to the handle with the clevis
pin.
21. Check to ensure over-center locking action.
When proper locking action is obtained,
completely reassemble control handle and
tighten jam nut.
22. Reinstall the transmission belt cover.
BELT STOP TENSION:
The reel drive belts should be held rmly but not
pinched severely with reel drive lever disengaged.
NOTE: Over tight belt stops will cause undo wear on
reel drive belts and bearings.
23. Remove the transmission belt cover.
24. Engage clutch control. Loosen the jam nut on
screw D in the reel belt idler assembly. Adjust
belt stop tension by turning screw D in or out
25. Disengage the clutch lever. Check the belt stop
adjustment. Readjust if necessary.
22. Reinstall the transmission belt cover.
NOTE: The belt stops should be perpendicular to the
reel belts and parallel to each other. Make sure
reel drive idler pulley is centered and aligned
over reel drive belts.
NOTE: Belt cover removed for clarity.
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ADJUSTMENTS
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
Make initial depth adjustment with the unit on a level
surface.
1. Lower the unit to the operating position.
2. Loosen locknut H.
3. Turn adjusting screw G until the blades just touch
the surface.
4. Raise the unit to the transport position. Turn
the adjustment screw G counterclockwise to
get deeper penetration or clockwise to reduce
penetration. 3 1/2 turns of screw G changes
penetration by 1/4" (6mm).
5. Tighten lock nut H after adjustment.
Make a test run to check adjustment.
Increasing depth decreases ground clearance.
HOOK AND CABLE ADJUSTMENT
1. Remove transmission belt cover.
2. Loosen the nut D and bolt E securing the latch A.
Slide the latch in the slot so that the latch hook C
captures the reel idler assembly when the clutch
control is disengaged. When only the drive
clutch is engaged, the latch should hold the reel
idler assembly back far enough that the reel belts
will not engage. Retighten the hook mounting
hardware.
3. After the LATCH has been adjusted, Loosen the
two jam nuts Bat the top of the cable. Adjust the
bottom nut to take up any slack in the cable. Be
careful not to overtighten the cable or the LATCH
may not hold the reel idler assembly. Use the top
nut to lock the lower nut into place.
NOTE: Never cross hard surfaces or objects
(sidewalks, driveways, stepping stones, etc.) with
reel blades down and/or engaged.
Low tire pressure may cause uneven reel
penetration. Correct tire pressure should be
maintained to eliminate this possibility (refer to the
Tire Pressure section of this manual, for
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REEL BELT AND DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
NOTE: Reel belts are serviced in matched sets
of three. When replacement is required, replace
all three belts. It is a good idea to replace all belts
(drive and reel) on the unit at the same time.
1. Remove the transmission drive cover.
2. Tilt the unit forward and support the rear of the
chassis with jack stands.
Use adequate jack stands when supporting
the unit. Failure to do so may result in
personal injury.
3. Remove the lower belt guard and side guards
from under the chassis and remove the reel.
See reel removal and installation. Remove the
jack stands and lower the unit.
4. Loosen the set screw in the locking collar Kon
the drive shaft. Insert a punch in the small hole
in the collar and use hammer to tap the collar
clockwise (opposite direction of engine rotation)
until it's loose (approx. 1/4 turn). Remove the
collar.
5. Remove the bolts Hsecuring the mounting plate
L. Remove plate and the pillow block J(leave
the pillow block attached to the mounting plate).
6. Remove all three reel belts.
NOTE: Inspect the drive belt to the transmission
after the reel belts have been removed. Replacing
the drive belt now will save work and down time.
7. Install new belts (matched set of three).
8. Before reinstalling the mounting plate L, loosen
but do not remove the pillow block J.
9. Slide the pillow block bearing onto the shaft and
loosely mount the plate to the chassis. Adjust
the mounting plate Lside-to-side so that there
is no side load on the drive shaft. Tighten the
mounting plate hardware H.
10. Reinstall the locking collar against the
bearing. Tighten locking collar by rotating
counterclockwise on pillow block shoulder. Using
punch and hammer, lock collar into position.
Tighten set screw.
11 Adjust the pillow block up and down until it is
centered on the shaft. Tighten the pillow block
hardware.
12. Rotate the drive shaft by hand to make sure there
is no side load.
NOTE: Excessive side load on the shaft may cause
engine crankshaft failure.
13. Check the reel belt pulley alignment. The
measurement Ashould be 5/8" (16mm). If
adjustment is required, loosen the set screw in
the pulley and move the pulley in or out on the
shaft.
NOTE: The pulley is secured to the shaft by set
screw and key. It may need to be tapped with a
hammer for adjustment. Use a plastic, rubber, lead
or leather head hammer to avoid damaging the
pulley.
14. Support the unit on jack stands and reinstall the
reel and belt guard beneath the chassis.
NOTE: Belts should be tight when the reel and drive
are engaged and loose enough to slip when they are
disengaged.
15. Reinstall the transmission belt cover.
NOTE: Belt covers removed for clarity.
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TIRE PRESSURE
Keep the tires to the recommended pressure.
Improper ination will shorten the life of the tires
and cause unsatisfactory operation.
Tires......................................4.10 / 3.50 - 4, 2-ply
Tire Pressure.........24 to 26 PSI (165 to 179 kPa)
Due to low air volume of tires, over-ination
can be reached in a matter of seconds.
To prevent explosion, check air pressure
with air gauge before lling the tire. Fill
to recommended air pressure, and Do Not
exceed the recommended pressure.
CHAIN REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the transmission drive cover.
2. Loosen the drive chain idler sprocket B.
3. Remove connecting link Cand chain D.
4. Install new chain and connecting link.
5. Adjust the idler sprocket to allow approximately
1/8" (3 mm) to 1/4" (6 mm) of play in the chain
(check for play on the straight section of chain
opposite the sprocket). Tighten the idler sprocket
hardware.
NOTE: Proper chain tension is essential. A tight
chain will impose excessive bearing loads. A
loose chain will cause noisy operation and chain
pulsations, which may result in irregular sprocket
speed and abnormal chain and sprocket wear.
6. Lubricate the tting on the idler sprocket.
7. Reinstall the transmission belt cover before using
the unit.
SERVICE

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REEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
NOTE: All references to front, rear, right and left are
from the perspective of an operator in the operator
position.
1. Remove the guards covering the belts and
transmission. Tilt the unit forward and support the
rear of the chassis with jack stands.
Fire Hazard.
Prevent fuel spillage.
Empty fuel tank before tilting unit forward.
Crush Hazard
Support rear of tilted unit adequately.
2. Remove the lower belt guard from under the
chassis by removing the screw at the front of the
guard and swinging the guard down.
3. Move the reel clamp levers E (left and ride side)
rearward to release the reel clamps.
4. Lower the left end of the reel and remove the
three belts from the pulley at the right end.
Remove the reel. If the blades need to be
replaced, refer to the section on reel blade
replacement.
5. Reinstall the reel in the reverse order of removal.
A loose reel may cause injury or property
damage.
Be certain the reel clamp lever locks over
center to keep the reel from working loose.
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TRANSMISSION GEAR REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the transmission from the unit.
2. Remove the sprocket, pulley and keys.
3. Remove the plug and drain the oil from the gear
case.
4. Remove the remaining hardware. Take note
of which side is the input side and which is the
output side so that they can be reassembled
correctly. Using a soft hammer, tap case on the
tabs to break the seal, and pull halves E& F
apart.
5. Remove the input shaft A, output shaft Band
spacer C. Also remove the bearings Dand
grease seals.
6. Install new bearings into both case halves.
DO NOT install new grease seals at this time.
INPUT SHAFT
7. Remove large double gear E, small gear F, key
G, and spacer Hfrom input shaft J.
8. Check the input shaft for wear and replace if
necessary (if shaft needs to be replaced, install
the existing snap ring Kon new shaft). If the
shaft is NOT replaced, remove any burrs from
keyways and/or shaft ends if necessary.
9. Replace bushings in the large double gear E
(or replace gear if necessary). When replacing
bushings, make sure they are ush with the edge
of the gear and that the oil holes on gear are
aligned.
10. Install the spacer Honto shaft against the snap
ring K. Install the large double gear E, with the
small gear side against the spacer.
11. Install key Ginto keyway and slide the small gear
F (at side toward the larger gear) onto the shaft.
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OUTPUT SHAFT
12. Remove large gear L, large double gear Mand
key Nfrom shaft P. Check the shaft for wear
and replace if necessary (if shaft needs to be
replaced, install the existing snap ring Oon new
shaft). If the shaft is NOT replaced, remove
any burrs from keyways and/or shaft ends if
necessary.
13. Replace bushings on large double gear M(or
replace gear if necessary). When replacing
bushings, keep the bushings ush with the
edge of the gear. Be sure oil holes on gear are
aligned.
14. Install key Nand large single gear Lonto shaft
P(be sure the deep-step side of gear is toward
snap ring O).
15. Slide the large double gear M onto shaft, with the
small gear toward the large single gear.
16. Install spacer onto output shaft.
17. Clean the old gasket material from the case
halves.
18. Install the input and output shafts into the gear
case half, making sure the spacer on the output
shaft remains in place.
19. With shafts in gear case half, turn either shaft to
make sure gears are turning. This will ensure
the keys are properly set.
20. Apply Loctite 515 sealant (or equivalent) to case
halves. Make sure the spacer bushings are in
the center top and bottom holes of the case half.
21. Position transmission onto the mounting bracket
with the drain plug facing to the outside of
unit. Reinstall the six screws removed during
disassembly. Secure all six screws and torque to
16 + 2 ft.- lbs. (21.5 N·m).
22. Apply 30w oil onto the lips of the new grease
seals. Install the seals, drive pulley, and sprocket.
23. With the gear case resting level on the mounting
bracket, ll transmission with EP90w oil until
the oil reaches the bottom of the threads in the
plug hole. Install plug (use a teon based thread
sealer on the threads). The transmission will
hold 1/2 pint (.4L) of oil.
24. Check the alignment of the belt pulley and chain
sprocket. If necessary, loosen the set screws
securing the pulley and sprocket to the shaft and
position each until properly aligned. If alignment
cannot be reached refer to the previous
instructions for adjustment of belts and chain.
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STORAGE
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
To prevent possible explosion or ignition of
vaporized fuel, do not store equipment with
fuel in tank or carburetor in enclosure with
open ame (for example, a furnace or water
heater pilot light).
Do not smoke, avoid sparks and open ames
when draining or lling the fuel tank.
Before the equipment is put in to storage for
any period exceeding 30 days, the following
steps should be taken.
1. Drain all fuel from the fuel tank and fuel lines.
2. Start the engine and run until all the fuel is used
from the carburetor oat bowl.
3. While engine is warm, drain the crankcase
oil and replace it with the proper weight oil
corresponding to the season the unit will next be
used. Refer to the engine manual for proper oil
recommendations.
Do not attempt to service or make repairs
near the engine area while the engine is still
hot.
4. Remove the spark plug and squirt a small
amount of clean motor oil into the cylinder. Turn
the engine over a few times to distribute the oil
and reinstall the sparkplug.
5. Lubricate all lubrication ttings.
6. Apply a light coat of oil to the blades and reel
shaft to prevent rust.
7. Lubricate drive chain with Lubricant #13563 or
equivalent.
NOTE: Do not store unit with blades in the down
position. Be sure all belts are free from tension (the
clutch control lever in the disengaged position).
To put the equipment into service after an
extended period of storage:
1. Move unit to a level, well ventilated area.
2. Check unit for loose hardware and broken parts.
Tighten and replace as necessary.
3. Check for cracked or split fuel lines.
4. Make sure the air cleaner lter is clean.
5. Check that the air cleaner components and all
shrouds and belt covers are in place.
6. Check spark plug and plug wire.
7. Note if any blades need replacing.
8. Determine if the transmission and engine oil
need lling. Rell engine oil according to the
manufacturers recommendations, and refer
to the Preventive Maintenance section of this
manual for correct oil weight and amount for the
transmission.
9. Fill the tank with appropriate fuel as
recommended by the engine manual.
Do not smoke, avoid sparks and open ames
when draining or lling the fuel tank.
10. Make sure controls are in the disengaged or
neutral position.
11. Start engine and let run (at slow speed) until
approximate operating temperature has been
reached.
12. While engine is running (and has reached
operating temperature) visually inspect fuel lines
and carburetor for leaks. If a leak is found, make
sure the engine has cooled sufciently before
attempting any repairs.

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MATAWAY PARTS SECTION
PARTS
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FIGURE 1
CHASSIS
Not
Serviced
2
3
43
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
42
43
44
49
50
47
55
56 & 58
57
4
59
60
61
62
70
64
65
53
52
1
5
8 43
8
43
13
74
49
64
60
59
59
59
73
12
4 63
38
59
59
22
59
51
68
67
69
66
4
31
71
72
73