The adjustable clutch on the Wacker WP1540 and WP1550 may require replacement at some point during the life of your machine. Although it can seem daunting, it's not difficult to replace. 

Removal:

• Remove drive belt
• Remove screw (a) and washer securing clutch (b) to engine shaft. Remove clutch from engine shaft using a puller
• Remove key (c)
• If necessary, remove four screws (d) and washers and screw (e) and washer to remove beltguard plate (f)

Installation:

• If removed, install beltguard plate (f) using washers and screws (d and e). Contact us for torque specifications
• Install key (c) on engine shaft. Apply anti-seize compound to shaft
• Apply Loctite 242 to threads of screw (a). Secure clutch assembly (b) to engine shaft using washer and screw (a). Contact us for torque specifications
• Install drive belt and beltguard

The adjustable clutch for the Wacker WP1540 and WP1550 is part number 0086968.