BBM 25 Push Mower Model: BB25-Kawasaki. Manual - part 5

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MAINTENANCE

BLADE BRAKE CLUTCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT

It is recommended that the adjustment of the Blade Brake 
Clutch (BBC) cable is checked at the minimum every 50 Hours 
or within each 4 weeks of operation.  If not properly adjusted 
the brake might not work as designed.  This adjustment 
pertains to a belt that has been used a minimum of 2 hours.

Removing the belt guard. 
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire
where it cannot come in contact with the spark plug.
2. Remove the three screws for the plastic belt guard.

Check the adjustment of the spring tension.

1. Without any tension on the spring it measures

approximately 2” (51 mm) per below illustration.

2. Without starting the engine engage the BBC as described
on page 10.

3. Measure the stretched out length of the spring.  It should
measure between 2 5/16” (58 mm) to 2 7/16” (62 mm).  If
necessary please adjust the cable by loosening the nuts (1).

Approx. 

2 inches (51 mm)

4. After making any cable adjustment tighten the nuts and
replace the belt guard.

5. Start the engine and verify the BBC function according to
the procedures on page 10.

BBC engaged - length approx. 

2 5/16” to 2 7/16” (58 - 62 mm)

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