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REPLACEMENT PARTS
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FLAIL BLADES
P/N 350251.
A complete replacement
set. 52 of our high quality
flail blades for your CR.
Includes 8 new lock clips
for replacement installa-
tion.
FLAIL SHAFTS
P/N 350185.
A full set of four shafts for
replacement. Includes 8
new lock clips for replace-
ment installation.
Note: We recommend
replacing the shafts when
you replace flails.
DRIVE BELT
P/N 350207.
Original Equipment drive
belt for your CR.
SPACER BUMPERS
P/N 350258.
A complete replacement
Thank
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5 IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE “ENTIRE OPERATOR'S MANUAL & ENGINE MANUAL.” THIS SYMBOL MEANS WARNING OR CAUTION. DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY. WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. 21. DO NOT touch hot muffler, cylinder, or 13. DO NOT tamper with governor springs, f
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9 GENERAL SAFETY For your safety and the safety of others, these directions should be followed: Do not operate this machine without first reading owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual. ·DO NOT operate a machine that exhibits excessive vibration. ·DO NOT operate this machine on slopes greater than19°. Use of Ear Protection is recommended while ·DO NOT use this unit on any surface other than grass lawns. operating this machine. ·DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment. Use of Eye
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' ' ' ' ' ' .. 13 CONTROLS HONDA ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL THROTTLE LEVER CHOKE LEVER FUEL VALVE 15 14 ENGINE LABELS INSTRUCTION LABELS These labels should be included on your Power Rake. If any of Honda these labels are damaged, replace them before putting this equipment into operation. Item and part numbers are given to help in ordering replacement labels. WARNING EXPLOSIVE FUEL Label Danger STOP ENGINE AND ALLOW TO COOL BEFORE REFUELING. Keep Hands and Feet Away Label Do Not Fill While Item
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16 Operation INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for removing ADJUSTING BLADE DEPTH thatch from your lawn, renovation of existing lawns, and to assist in overseeding operations. The machine should not be used for any other purpose than that stated above. Do not operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive Clockwise: vibration occurs, shut engine off immediately and check for Counter Clockwise: To lower blades damaged or worn reel, loose pulley bolts or set screws, loose To raise blad
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OPERATION continued 16 OVERSEEDING OPERATION continued VERTI-CUTTING OPERATION SLICE: Run machine over the area that has been seeded to DO NOT- Use this machine on any surface other than a lawn. incorporate the seed into the soil. If excessive damage DO NOT- Use this machine on slopes in excess of 19°. occurs to healthy grass, adjust the blade depth to decrease DO NOT- Allow persons unfamiliar with this equipment to damage. Continue raking the yard, working in one direction operate it. (i.e.
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17 MAINTENANCE ROTATING FLAIL REEL END TO END Use only a qualified mechanic for any adjustments, disassembly or To maximize flail blade life and performance the reel can be rotated end any kind of repair . to end periodically to provide a fresh lead cutting edge. Takes approx. 20 min. and requires two 1/2" socket wrenches with extension bar. 1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug. WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, ALWAYS TURN MACHINE OFF, MAKE SURE ALL MOVING 2. Close fuel valve
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18 PARTS DRAWING R CR550HC, CR550HCV Part No. 350245 Form No. F021604A Page 8 of 12
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item PARTS CR550HC QTY CR550HCV QTY no. LIST Part No. Part No. 1 Pulley 3.0" O.D. 350101 1 350101 1 2 Pulley 5.5" O.D. X ¾" 350206 1 350206 1 3 Wheel 8" Semi-Pneu White 350236 4 350236 4 4Bar Strap 350211 1 350211 1 5Rod Height Wa 350220 1 350220 1 6 Reel Flail Assy (see page 10 & 11 for parts list and detailed dwg.) 350241 1 350252 1 7 Pulley Idler 2.75" 350114 1 350114 1 8 Arm Idler WA
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FLAIL REEL ASSY 350241 PARTS item CR500 QTY no. LIST Part No. 73 SHAFT FLAIL BLADE 350141 4 74 BLADE FLAIL 350205 52 75 SPACER BUMPER 5/8" x 1/4" 350143 4 76 SPACER BUMPER 5/8" x 1/2" 350144 44 77 SHAFT WA FLAIL REEL 350145 1 78 CLIP LOCK 1/2" 350146 8 79 WASHER 1/2 SAE 8172011 8 FLAIL BLADE KIT 350251 FLAIL SHAFT KIT 350185 item PARTS CR500 Q
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SPACER BUMPER KIT 350258 SLICING BLADE KIT 350187 item PARTS PR500 QTY PARTS item PR500 QTY no. LIST Part No. no. LIST Part No. 81 BLADE SLICING REEL 350147 20 75 SPACER BUMPER 5/8" x 1/4" 350143 4 76 SPACER BUMPER 5/8" x 1/2" 350144 44 85 SCREWCAP 1/4-20 x 3/4, GR. 5 350151 40 86 NUT LOCK 1/4-20 8142004 40 SLICING REEL AS
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20 Before Requesting Service Review These Suggestions TROUBLESHOOTING Possible Cause Solution Problem Engine stalls or labors when raking. Blades set too deep into ground Raise blades so that they just touch the ground on a level surface. Damaged or missing blades. Loose handle bolts. Abnormal vibration. Stop work immediately. Replace any damaged or Loose engine bolts missing blades. Tighten all loose bolts and nuts. Engine will not start. Stop switch off (Honda only). Throttle in off positi
