Smithco
SERVICE BULLETIN# 122
Date: May 2, 2008
Product: 76-000-DF/76-000-DB
Serial Number Range: G2018 TO G2077 & G2102
PROBLEM:
We have found a potential problem where heat from the exhaust pipe may cause the throttle and
choke cables to seize up and fail.
SOLUTION:
We are supplying a high temp heat sleeve to cover the cables in the problem area.
Parts List:
3
Plastic Ties
1
Hose Clamp (18-222)
1
Fire Sleeve (8983-20)
1. You will have to remove the
fiberglass cowl over the engine.
2. First raise the seat panel then
remove 5/16 bolts holding cowl to
seat tube and bolts holding the cowl
to the exhaust guard.
3. Unhook the throttle cable and choke
cable from the engine control. Slide
the fire sleeve over the throttle and
choke cables. Then re-hook the
throttle and choke cable. A pair of
needle nose pliers works the best on the throttle because there is not a lot of room for your
fingers.
4. Slide the fire sleeve up to where the cables are connected to the engine. Install the hose clamp
about 4” down from the end of the fire sleeve and tighten clamp.
5. Make sure the cables are tied to the cable bracket down on the hydraulic pump. Secure the
lower part of the fire sleeve with the remaining plastic ties.
6. Check throttle and choke cable for proper operation.
7. Reinstall engine cowl.
Smithco is allowing 1 hour for warranty. Please submit warranty form for labor ONLY.
Reference Service Bulletin #122.
This Bulletin is relevant to the departments checked below. Please distribute accordingly.
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