Cub Cadet RT 65 Rear Tine Tiller Operation Manual - Page 8

Handlebar Assembly 1. Remove the top two bolts and flange lock nuts from the 4. Remove the slot head screw, nut and two flat washers from the clutch bail. See Fig. 3-4. handle mounting brackets, but do not remove the bottom bolt and nut. See Fig. 3-2. Slot Head Screw Flat Washers Bolts & Flange Lock Nuts Handle Clutch Control Threaded Eyebolt Nut Assembly Handle Bracket Nut Internally Threaded Tube 5. Figure 3-2 2. Place the handle assembly in position between the handle mounting brackets. 6. 3. Line up the holes in the handle with the holes in the bracket and secure with the hardware previously removed. Clutch Cable 1. Remove the threaded eyebolt and nut from the cable end. 2. Route the clutch cable to the right side of the handle mounting brackets and underneath the handle. 3. Push the cable through the hole in the center of the handle and snap in the plastic fitting. See Fig. 3-3. Figure 3-4 Fasten the threaded eyebolt onto the bail by securing it from the top with the slot head screw, flat washers and lock nut. Thread the eyebolt and nut removed earlier into the internally threaded tube at the end of the cable. The thread engagement should be about 3⁄4". Tighten the nut against the tube at the end of the cable. See Fig. 3-4. NOTE: Do not overtighten the clutch cable. Too much tension may cause it to break. WARNING! Be certain to check the clutch cable adjustment before operating the tiller. Internally Threaded Tube Slot Head Screw, Nut & Flat Washer Plastic Fitting Figure 3-3 8 Section 3- Assembly & Set-Up