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centrifugal clutch

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centrifugal clutch [‚sen′trif·i·gəl ′kləch]
(mechanical engineering)
A clutch operated by centrifugal force from the speed of rotation of a shaft, as when heavy expanding friction shoes act on the internal surface of a rim clutch, or a flyball-type mechanism is used to activate clutching surfaces on cones and disks.


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In place of the hand clutch is a centrifugal clutch, linked to a six-speed transmission with a hand-operated shift lever down by the rider's left leg.
This ATV mower accessory features a cutting width of 54", fully-floating deck with four pneumatic tires, adjustable 2" to 4' cutting height, centrifugal clutch, remote control panel with electric start and rear discharge for even clippings distribution.
In place of the hand clutch is a centrifugal clutch, linked to a six-speed transmission with a hand-operated shift lever down by the rider's left leg.
 
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