K-1000 Rodder
Table of Contents
Work Area Safety ........................................................................................................................................................2
Personal Safety ...........................................................................................................................................................2
Tool Use and Care ......................................................................................................................................................2
Service ........................................................................................................................................................................2
Machine Safety............................................................................................................................................................2
Description ..................................................................................................................................................................3
Specifications ..............................................................................................................................................................3
Standard Equipment....................................................................................................................................................3
Rods and Tools ...........................................................................................................................................................4
Instructions for Engine.................................................................................................................................................4
Machine Inspection .......................................................................................................................................................5
Machine and Work Area Set Up ...................................................................................................................................5
Operating Rodder........................................................................................................................................................6
Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................................7
Torque Limiter Adjustment ..........................................................................................................................................8
Engine .........................................................................................................................................................................9
Transmission ...............................................................................................................................................................9
Centrifugal Clutch........................................................................................................................................................9
Wheel Assemblies.......................................................................................................................................................9
Throttle Adjustment .....................................................................................................................................................9
"V" Belt Tension Adjustment........................................................................................................................................9
Main Bearings ...........................................................................................................................................................10
Storing of Rods..........................................................................................................................................................10
Tool Storage.................................................................................................................................................................10
Service and Repair ......................................................................................................................................................10
Lifetime Warranty..........................................................................................................................................Back Cover
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