CLASSEN HTS-20H Hydro Overseeder Honda User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- CLASSEN
Table of Contents
CLASSEN HTS-20H Hydro Overseeder Hond
Product Information
Product Name | Hydro Overseeder |
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Model | HTS-20H |
Engine | Honda GX270 |
Serial Number Range | 1140007704 – 1185001564 |
Manufacturer | Classen Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. |
Manufacturer Address | 1028 Street Road Southampton, PA 18966-4217 |
Product Usage Instructions
To ensure safe and proper usage of the Hydro Overseeder, please follow
these instructions:
- Read and understand the Operation and Safety Manual, Parts and Service Manual, and Engine Manual are provided with the machine.
- Treat the machine properly, lubricate, and adjust it as instructed in the manuals.
- Use the machine only as directed in the manuals.
- Maintain the machine in good repair and follow safety warnings and instructions.
- If any service or parts are needed, contact a Classen dealer for assistance.
- Trust Classen replacement parts as they are manufactured with the same high precision and quality as the original parts.
Always prioritize safety and follow the signal words and symbols on the safety labels attached to the machine:
Signal Word | Meaning |
---|---|
DANGER | An imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL |
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING| A potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION| A potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY
result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices or property damage.
It is important to note that the product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Take necessary precautions when handling the product and wash hands after handling. Additionally, unauthorized modifications to the product may pose safety hazards and result in product damage. If you have any further questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other
reproductive harm.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts, terminals, wiring insulation, and
related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING
IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Thank you for purchasing this Classen product. You have purchased a world-
class product, one of the best designed and built anywhere. This machine comes
with an Operation and Safety Manual, Parts and Service Manual, and Engine
Manual. The useful life and good service you receive from this machine depends
to a large extent on how well you read and understand these manuals. Treat
your machine properly, lubricate and adjust it as instructed, and it will give
you many years of reliable service. Your safe use of this Classen product is
one of our prime design objectives. Many safety features are built in, but we
also rely on your good sense and care to achieve accident-free operation. For
best protection, study the manuals thoroughly. Learn the proper operation of
all controls. Observe all safety precautions. Follow all instructions and
warnings completely. Do not remove or defeat any safety features. Make sure
those who operate this machine are as well-informed and careful in its use as
you are. See a Classen dealer for any service or parts needed. Classen service
ensures that you continue to receive the best results possible from Classen
products. You can trust Classen replacement parts because they are
manufactured with the same high precision and quality as the original parts.
Classen designs and builds its equipment to serve many years in a safe and
productive manner. For the longest life, use this machine only as directed in
the manuals, keep it in good repair, and follow safety warnings and
instructions. You’ll always be glad you did.
Classen
Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. 1028 Street Road Southampton, PA 18966-4217 This
Operator / Parts Manual is part of the machine. Suppliers of both new and
Second-hand machines must make sure that this manual is provided with the
machine.
SAFETY
NOTICE !!!
Unauthorized modifications may present extreme safety hazards to operators and
bystanders and could also result in product damage. Schiller Grounds Care,
Inc. strongly warns against, rejects, and disclaims any modifications, add-on
accessories, or product alterations that are not designed, developed, tested,
and approved by Schiller Grounds Care, Inc.’s Engineering Department. Any
Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. product that is altered, modified, or changed in
any manner not specifically authorized after original manufacture–including
the addition of “after-market” accessories or component parts not specifically
approved by Schiller Grounds Care, Inc.–will result in the Schiller Grounds
Care, Inc. Warranty being voided.
Any and all liability for personal injury and/or property damage caused by any unauthorized modifications, add-on accessories, or products not approved by Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. will be considered the responsibility of the individual(s) or company designing and/or making such changes. Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. will vigorously pursue full indemnification and costs from any party responsible for such unauthorized post-manufacture modifications and/or accessories should personal injury and/or property damage result.
This symbol means:
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
Your safety and the safety of others is involved. Signal word definitions: The
signal words below are used to identify levels of hazard seriousness. These
words appear in this manual and on the safety labels attached to Schiller
Grounds Care, Inc. machines. For your safety and the safety of others, read
and follow the information given with these signal words and/or the symbol
shown above.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
WILL result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices or property damage.
CAUTION Using without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially
hazardous situation that, if not avoided, MAY result in property damage.
MODEL NUMBER: This number appears on sales literature, technical manuals,
and price lists.
SERIAL NUMBER: This number appears only on your unit. It contains the
model number followed consecutively by the serial number. Use this number when
ordering parts or seeking warranty information
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
In general
- Read and understand the manual before maintenance on the machine.
- Maintain machine According to manufacturer’s schedule and instructions for maximum safety and best results.
- Park the machine on level ground.
- Never allow untrained personnel to service the machine.
- Guards should only be removed by a qualified technician for maintenance or service. Replace when work is complete.
- Adjust or repair only after the engine has been stopped and the tines have quit rotating.
- Replace parts if worn, damaged or faulty. For best results, always replace with parts recommended by the manufacturer.
- Disconnect spark plug wire(s) before making any repairs.
- Do not dismantle the machine without releasing or restraining forces which may cause parts to move suddenly.
- Provide adequate support, e.g. jackstands for lifted machines or parts if working beneath.
- Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
- Clean up spilled oil or fuel thoroughly.
- replace faulty mufflers.
- To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine, muffler, and fuel storage area free of grass, leaves, debris buildup, or grease.
SAFETY BLADES
- Blades are sharp and can cut. Use extra caution when handling. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Only replace blades. Never straighten or weld them.
- Keep other persons away from blades.
Fuel
WARNING
- Petrol (gasoline) and diesel fuels are flammable; petrol (gasoline) vapors are explosive. Use extra care when handling.
- Store only in containers specifically designed for fuel.
- When refueling or checking fuel level: Stop the engine and allow it to cool;
- Do not smoke; Refuel outdoors only; Use a funnel; Do not overfill;
- If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine until the spill is cleaned up and the vapors have cleared.
- Replace caps on fuel containers and tanks securely.
- Sparks from static electricity can start fires or cause explosions. Flowing fuel can generate static electricity.
- To prevent static electricity sparks: Keep fuel containers electrically grounded.
- Do not fill containers in a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Fill containers on the ground away from the vehicle.
- When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If equipment must be refueled on the truck or trailer, refuel from a portable container rather than a dispenser nozzle.
- Keep the dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock to open the device.
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS / MAINTENANCE
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Units ship with no gas or oil.
- Cut banding and roll the seeder off the pallet.
- Unfold by pulling up on handle 1. Slide lock rings 2 down to lock the handle in an upright position. Slide the linkage coupler to the locked position.
- Add oil to the engine crankcase with the engine resting in a level position. Refer to the engine manufacturer’s Operator’s manual for the correct type and amount of oil.
- Fill the fuel tank according to the engine manufacturer’s specifications.
MAINTENANCE
Stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance. When replacement parts are required, use genuine Classen parts or parts with equivalent characteristics, including type, strength, and material. Failure to do so may result in product malfunction and possible injury to the operator and/or bystanders. Carbon monoxide present in the exhaust is an odorless and deadly gas. Never start or run the engine where exhaust fumes can collect. Provide enough fresh air to keep fumes from getting too strong. Replace any warning decals that become illegible immediately
DAILY MAINTENANCE
Hardware
- Tighten any hardware (nuts, bolts, etc.) that are found loose.
- Replace any broken or missing hardware (nuts, bolts, cotter pins, etc.).
- Check to see that the set screws on the pulley are tight.
Engine
See the engine manual for oil change intervals and oil and gas specifications.
See the engine manual for air cleaner service intervals and servicing
procedures.
Oil
See the engine manual for air cleaner service intervals and servicing
procedures.
Seeder
Service:
Stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire before servicing the seeder.
Blades
- Check the condition of guards for damage or wear.
- Replace broken, worn, or damaged tines. Do not weld or try to straighten the tines.
Guards
- Check the condition of guards for damage or wear.
- Replace broken, worn, or damaged shield plates.
Belts
- Check the condition of belts for damage or wear.
- Replace broken, worn, or damaged belts.
Belt Replacement
- Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before attempting to replace any belt
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
To prevent possible explosion or ignition of vaporized fuel, do not store
equipment with fuel in a tank or carburetor in an enclosure with an open flame
(for example, a furnace or water heater pilot light).
Daily Storage
- Check engine oil level and air filter element daily.
- Check the oil level in the gear case.
- Close the fuel valve at the bottom of the fuel tank.
- Clean cutting blade (grass, dirt, etc.).
EXTENDED STORAGE
Before the equipment is put into storage for any period exceeding 30 days:
- Drain all fuel from the fuel tank and lines (use a hose or fuel line, routed from the fuel tank shut-off to the proper container).
- Start the engine and run until all fuel is used from the carburetor float bowl.
- While the engine is warm, drain the crankcase oil and refill with the proper weight of oil corresponding to the season when the equipment will next be used.
- Remove the spark plug and squirt a small quantity of engine oil into the cylinder. Turn the engine over a few times to distribute the oil.
- Lubricate all lubrication fittings.
- Clean and oil the cutting blade to prevent rust.
To put equipment into operation after an extended storage:
- Fill the fuel tank with clean fresh fuel.
- Check the crankcase oil level, and start the engine.
- Check the fuel system for fuel leaks.
- Check for loose parts and tighten.
- Check for cracked or broken blades and replace them.
SPECIFICATIONS
HTS-20
Dimensions
- Width……………………………………………………………………..31″ (787 mm)
- Length………………………………………………………………….57″ (1448 mm)
- Length (handle folded)……………………………………………46″ (1168 mm)
- Height (transport)…………………………………………………..45″ (1143 mm)
- Height (handle folded)……………………………………………..33″ (838 mm)
- Maximum gate Width……………………………………………….32″ (813 mm)
Net Weight
- Weight……………………………………………………………..300 lbs. (136 Kg)
- Removable weights………………… ……………………………………………N/A
- Speed:
- Seed………………………………………………………………..Forward…3 m.p.h
- …………………………………………………………………….Reverse…1.5 m.p.h
Engine
- Model HTS-20H
- Model………………………………………………………………………………GX270
- Honda, 9.0 h.p., 4 cycle
- Starter…………………………………………………………..Recoil, on/off switch
- Governor………………………………………………………..3600 RPM, no load
- Fuel Tank………………………………………………………………1.4 gal. (5.3 L)
Drive
- Machine………………………………………………..Hydro-Gear Transmission
- Primary…………………………………………………………..Sheaves and Belts
- Wheels:
- Front & Rear…………………………………………………………….13 X 5.00-6
Seeding
- Seeding Width……………………………………………………………………….20″
- Blade Depth………………………………………………….10 position 0″ -1.63″
- Productivity……………………………………………………..26,400 sq. ft/hour
- Number of blades………………………………………….double blade 26 total
PARTS
SECTION
FIGURE 1
ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
- 4170714 S-MAIN BODY W/ LABS 1
- 4173007 DECAL, SM CLASSEN FLAT 1
- C400476.7 SP LINKAGE CONN ARM 1
- C400461.7 LFT LOWER HANDLEBAR 1
- C400462.7 RT LOWER HANDLEBAR 1
- C500034 BOLT, 1/2 FLAT 1
- C400464.7 UPR HANDLEBAR WLDMT 1
- C400465.7 BRAKE ROD 1
- C400469.7 LFT LWR CONN WLDMNT 1
- C400470.7 LFT LWR CONN ARM 1
- C400471.7 LFT LOWER FLAT ROD 1
- C400472.7 LFT CONTROL HANDLE 1
- C400473.7 RT LWR LEVER WLDMNT 1
- C400475.7 FREE WHEEL HANDLE 1
- C400477.7 RT LWR CONN WLDMNT 1
- C400479.7 BLADE ENGMNT LEVER 1
- 400482.7 SP UPPER CONN ROD 1
- C400483.17 LINKAGE COUPLER 1
- C400484.7 SP LOWER CONN WLDMNT 1
- 4169763 SPRING, LEFT CONTRL 1
- C400491.7 BELT TENSIONER LATE 1
- 4170082 C750 CENTURY SPRING 1
- 4170084 TENSIONER CABLE 1
- C500149 BOLT, 1/2-13 x 2 1
- C500165 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 4-1/2 1
- C500041 NUT, 3/8-16 LOCK 11
- 500042 WASHER, 3/8″ FLAT 17
- C500146 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 3
- C500043 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 1 8
- C500029 BOLT, 1/4-20 x 3/4 7
- C500139 NUT, 1/4-20 LOCK 1
- C500088 WASHER, 1/4″ FLAT 5
- C500130 WASHER, 3/8 LOCK 4
- C500133 BOLT, 5/16-18 x 1 4
- C500115 WASHER, 5/16 LOCK 4
- C500020 BOLT, 3/8-16 x 2-1/2 1
- C100251 RING, HANDLE LOCK 2
- C500091 BOLT, 3/8-16 x 2 3
- C500068 NUT, 1/4-20 NYLOC 1
- C500026 CLEVIS YOKE, 3/8″ FTH 1
- C500129 NUT, 3/8-16 3
- C500083 WASHER, 5/16 FLAT 2
- C500016 PIN, 5/32″ x 1-1/4″ COTTER 1
- 4170473 PIN, 1/8 X 1 COTTER 7
- C500134 BOLT, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 1
- C500081 NUT, 3/8-16 WHIZ LOCK 4
- C500137 WASHER, 1/4 LOCK 5
- C500076 NUT, 3/8-16 NYLOC 1
- C500025 NUT, 3/8-24 1
- 4169758 FOAM HANDLE GRIP 2
- C400467.7 SP TRANSFER WELDMENT 1
- C400495.7 SP CONN ROD WELDM 1
- C400474.7 SP CONN ROD WELDMEN 1
FIGURE 2
ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
- 4170714 S-MAIN BODY W/LABS 1
- C400452.17 RT ANGL GEARBOX TENSION 1
- C400463.17 FRAME REAR ACCESS PLATE 1
- C400457 REAR WHEEL SPACER 2
- 64164-48 KEY, 5/32 X 3/16 X 5/8 1
- C100060 DECAL, MUFFLER 1
- 170466 ENGINE EXHAUST DIVERTER 1
- 400480 WASHER, WHEEL 2
- C100070 DECAL, CARBON MONOXIDE 1
- C400492.7 TRANSAXLE BELT PLATE 1
- C500146 BOLT, 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 1
- 4169760 WHEEL & TIRE 13XX5.0X6 2
- 4169756 6927 GEARBOX V-BELT 1
- C500143 BOLT, 5/16-18 x 2-1/2 4
- 4169755 A26 TRANSMISSION V-BELT 1
- C100585 TRANSAXLE 1
- 121 KEY, 3/16″ x 3/4″ HALF MOON 1
- C100010 PULLEY, IDLER 1
- C100504 DECAL, SPARK ARRESTOR 1
- 4166074 ENGINE, HONDA GX270 1
- C100490 HYDRO MNL ROLL DECAL 1
- 4170427 SPRING, C-191 1
- C500137 WASHER, 1/4 LOCK 2
- 4169765 GEARBOX, RT ANGLE 1
- 265 SCREW, M4 X 8 THREAD CUT 3
- 4169748 PULLEY, MOTOR 3BK28 X 1 1
- 4169751 PULLEY, GEARBOX 3-1/8X7/8 1
- 4169754 PULLEY, GEARBOX 3 X 7/8 1
- C500041 NUT, 3/8-16 LOCK 1
- C500042 WASHER, 3/8″ FLAT 8
- C500043 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 1 2
- C500029 BOLT, 1/4-20 x 3/4 3
- 64164-50 KEY, 1/4″ SQ X 2.20″ LONG 1
- C500076 NUT, 3/8-16 NYLOC 4
- C500130 WASHER, 3/8 LOCK 2
- C500133 BOLT, 5/16-18 x 1 6
- C500115 WASHER, 5/16 LOCK 9
- C500091 BOLT, 3/8-16 x 2 1
- C500079 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 1-3/4 4
- C500101 NUT, 5/16-18 1
- C500129 NUT, 3/8-16 2
- 64164-49 KEY, 3/16″ SQ X 2-1/2″ 2
- 64221-08 E-RING .750 2
- C500083 WASHER, 5/16 FLAT 2
- C500074 BOLT, 5/16-18 X 1-3/4
FIGURE 3
ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
- 4170714 S-MAIN BODY W/ LABS 1
- C400493.17 BELT SHIELD WLDMT 1
- C400453.17 LFT SHAFT COVER WLDMT 1
- 4170715.17 FRONT BELT SHIELD 1
- C400459.17 BELT CVR MOUNT WLDMT 1
- C500140 BOLT, 5/16-18 x 3/4 1
- 4168760 LABEL WARNING – HAND 1
- 20942 LABEL, DANGER 1
- C400491.7 BELT TENSIONER PLATE 1
- 4171963 DECAL, CLASSEN 1
- C400498.17 ENGAGEMENT ARM 1
- C400454.17 RIGHT SHAFT GUARD 1
- 4169756 V-BELT 6927 GEARBOX 1
- C100208 PULLEY, DOBL IDLER 1
- C400455.17 RT SHAFT GUARD COVER 1
- C100489 DECAL HYDRO DRIVE 2
- 4169757 BELT, 6941 REEL 2
- C500177 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 3/4 2
- C100052 BEARING, CONTROL 2
- C500011 KEY, 3/16 SQUARE X 1 1
- C600030 BLADES SUB-ASSEMBLY, 1
- C100310 BLADE W/ 5/16″ HOLES 26
- 4169759 BEARING, S2 BOLT 3/4 2
- C500217 NUT, 5/16-18 AUTO. LOCK 52
- 4169749 PULLEY, REEL 2BK52H 1
- 4169748 PULLEY, MOTOR 3BK28X1 1
- C500216 BOLT, 5/16-18 X 3/4 GR 8 52
- C500137 WASHER, 1/4 LOCK 4
- C500041 NUT, 3/8-16 LOCK 1
- C500042 WASHER, 3/8″ FLAT 8
- C500043 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 1 2
- C500029 BOLT, 1/4-20 x 3/4 3
- C500139 NUT, 1/4-20 LOCK 1
- C500088 WASHER, 1/4″ FLAT 1
- C500130 WASHER, 3/8 LOCK 2
- C500133 BOLT, 5/16-18 x 1 6
- C500115 WASHER, 5/16 LOCK 9
- 64163-115 7/16″ SAE FLAT WASHER 1
- C100655 SPRING, SMALL 1
- C500078 E-RING, 1/2″ 1
- 64164-50 KEY, 1/4″ SQ X 2.20″ LONG 1
- 64123-11 BOLT, 7/16-20 X 1″ 1
- C500238 RIVET, 3/16 X 5/8 POP 6
- 64229-05 NUT-NYLON LOCK 1/2-13 1
- C500170 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 3-1/2 2
- C500011 KEY, 3/16 SQUARE X 1 1
- C300015 FLAT, DRAG SHIELD 1
- C500081 NUT, 3/8-16 WHIZ LOCK 6
- 64123-139 BLT-HEX 3/8-16X4 1
- C500135 BOLT, 1/2-13 x 2-1/2 1
- C400469.7 LFT LWR CONN ARM 1
- 4169750 BEARING-HUB 3/4″ 1
- C500029 BLT-1/4-20 X 3/4 2
- C500003 KEY, 1/4 x 7/8 HALF MOON 1
- 4171825 DECAL-CLASSEN PRO 1
FIGURE 4
ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY
- 4172692 KNOB-5 PRONG 1/4-20 1
- C400450.17 SEED HOPPER 1
- 4170181.7 BOLT-ON BUMPER 1
- 4170182 BUSHING, HEIGHT CNTRL 2
- 4170183 BUSHING, SEED GATE 8
- 4170184.17 GATE OPERATION FLAG 1
- 4170714 S-MAIN BODY W/LABS 1
- 4170185 BUSHING, SEED BOX 2
- C100007 GRIP, RUBBER 1
- C400458 SHAFT, KEYED 1
- C400460 SEED GATE WELDMENT 1
- 4165977 LABEL – READ MANUAL 1
- C400466.7 HEIGHT CNTRL WLDMT 1
- C400468.7 HEIGHT CNTRL BRCKT 2
- 4169927 DECAL – SEED CHART 1
- C400478.17 SEED FLOW SELECTOR 1
- C100727 DECAL, HTS-20 2
- C400480 WASHER, WHEEL 2
- C400488.7 DEPTH ADJUST LEVER 1
- C400490.17 HEIGHT SLCTR WLDMT 1
- 4169760 WHEEL & TIRE 13XX5.0X6 2
- 4169762 CONTROL CABLE, HTS-20 1
- 4169759 BEARING, 3/4″ SHAFT 2
- C100078 COVER, VINYL SEEDBOX 1
- C100145 NUT, #10-24 HEX 2
- C500150 BOLT, 1/2-13 x 1-1/2 2
- C500034 WASHER, 1/2 FLAT 1
- 500041 NUT, 3/8-16 LOCK 6
- C500042 WASHER, 3/8″ FLAT 8
- C500043 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 1 6
- C500029 BOLT, 1/4-20 x 3/4 8
- C500139 NUT, 1/4-20 LOCK 1
- C500088 WASHER, 1/4″ FLAT 16
- C100034 SPRING, CLUTCH CABLE 1
- C500133 BOLT, 5/16-18 x 1 4
- C500115 WASHER, 5/16 LOCK 4
- C500068 NUT, 1/4-20 NYLOC 8
- C500194 WASHER, 3/4 FLAT 2
- 64221-08 E-RING .750 2
- C500083 WASHER, 5/16 FLAT 1
- C500177 BOLT, 3/8-16 X 3/4 4
- C500011 KEY, 3/16 SQUARE X 1 2
- 4170473 PIN, 1/8 X 1 COTTER 1
- 64229-05 NUT-NYLON LOCK 1/2-13 2
- 500076 NUT, 3/8-16 NYLOC 4
- 64240-07 WASHER, 3/8″ NYLON 8
- C100726 DECAL – GATE OPENING 1
- C400456.7 SEED AGITATOR 1
- C400487 PLATE, DEPTH SELECTOR 1
- C400489.7 STOP, DEPTH ADJUST 1
- 170081 PIN / WIRE LOCK 1
- C500159 BOLT, 3/8-16 x 3 1
- C500065 SPRING-SPEED STOP 1
- C500137 WASHER, 1/4 LOCK 2
- 4172199 WASHER-6MM 8