DISenGaGe The DeThaTcher aSSeMBLY
1.
Sit on the tractor so that your feet can reach the push
tube handles.
2. When disengaging the dethatcher, be prepared to
push the weight of the dethatcher.
3. Use your feet to push the push tube handles until
the tines of the dethatcher and the wheel lifts off the
ground and the clevis pin (H) locks into place.
note: For easier disengagement reverse mower 1 foot.
SToraGe
To store, remove the dethatcher assembly from the hitch
mount assembly.
• Engage the dethatcher so that the wheel is on the
ground. (See "Engage the Dethatcher Assembly" on
page 13 for instructions.)
• Remove the hair cotter pin (J) and clevis pin (H) from
the push tubes at the end furthest from the bulkhead.
• Remove the hair cotter pin (K) and clevis pin (I) that
attaches the blade mount assembly (7) to the hitch
mount assembly (6).
• Pull the dethatcher assembly to slide the blade mount
assembly (7) out of the hitch mount assembly tube (6).
• Hang the dethatcher assembly on the wall to store.
H
MaInTenance
• Always clean the thatcher spring assembly after each
use. Damp or wet grass and leaves will cause damage
to the thatcher spring assembly if stored for long
periods of time.
• Check periodically for loose bolts.
FIGure 17
• At the beginning of each season, using a light machine
oil, lubricate the pivot points.
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J
H
I
K
6
7
FIGure 18
FIGure 19