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INSTRUCTIONS FOR OWNERS ON THE CARE AND MAINTENANCE _ OF A.J.S. MACHINES — SERIES 1933 Manufactured throughout by SO AJ.S. MOTOR CYCLES PROPRIETORS: MATCHLESS MOTOR CYCLES (COLLIERS) LTD., PLUMSTEAD, S.E.18, ENGLAND Codes: * - ‘Telephone: A.B.C, 5th Edition. Telegrams and Cables : Woolwich 1010 (4 lines). Perigo ent “ Toanhopit,”? Woolwich. Code. All Correspondence to Offices— 44-45, PLUMSTEAD ROAD, LONDON,” S.E.18. FOREWORD. Te information given in this booklet has been very carefully compiled in the hope that it will prove of assistance to the rider in keeping his machine in the best possible condition, and aid him in elucidating any little difficulties which may arise from time to time. The reader’s attention is specially drawn to the pages devoted to Driving Instructions and General Care of the Machine, these apply with equal significance to all types of 1933 A.J.S. Cycles. Particular attention should be given to those parts of the instructions which are emphasised by being ‘printed in italics or heavy type. ‘This booklet covers the whole range of the 1933 A.J.S. Touring Models, and as there is much in their constructional details that is common to all types, these will be found grouped under such headings as ‘‘ Driving Instr uctions,’’ ‘‘ Care of the Machine,”’ “Change Speed Gear,” ‘‘ Detachable Wheel,’’ etc. Where, however, differences in design occur, they are dealt with in separate sections. It is our aim to construct A.J.S. Motor Cycles on such simple and straightforward, lines that their management, running and upkeep shall present no difficulties, even to the motor cyclist with little or no previous experience. Re Supply of This Publication. Atopy of this booklet is supplied free with every new A.J.S. Motor Cycle. Applications for extra copies must be accompanied in every case by a remittance for 1s. to cover cost and postage. A,J.S. MOTOR CYCLES. January, 1933. A CONTENTS. a a = Page. Foreword ; Ie Driving Instructions ‘Taking Over a New Machine .. 5 ““Dont’s” in Driving 6 ‘Lubrication So TD ‘Useful Information Chart Centre Pages Decarbonisation Telesales 10-18 ‘Magneto Le. . i » Contact Breaker Point Adj cr » Timing 1 Ignition Trouble 15 Chain Adjustment 16 ‘Valve Timing 16 ‘Gear Bos : 7 “Clutch Adjustments. . te) ot 17-18 Adjustment of Chains 0... . 19 ‘Chain Repairs 7 19-20 ‘Chain Rivet Bxtractor ; 20-21 Stecring Head and Handlebar Adjustment . 2 Spring Fork Adjustment and Fork Action Damper... 21 Rear Wheel Adjustment Gauge... Removal of Wheels Wheel Bearings Hand Gear Control Adjustment Carburettor Adjustment Brake Adjustment Adjustable Saddie Inflation Pressures 28 ‘General Instructions 28 Sidecar Hints . 29 Hints and Tips for Hill Climbs. and Speed Bvents 30 Legal Matte! eee 31 ‘Guarantee Conditions 32 INDEX TO ILLUSTRATIONS. No. 1—Lubrication System—Single Cylinder Models 2—Push Rod Extractor 3—Valve Extractor Timing Adjustment Arrangement of Timing Gear . Gear Box 8 Clutch Parts 7A. 9—Chain Repair Parts. ae 10—Chain Rivet Ext 11—Rear. Wheel Adjustments 12—Quick Detachable Rear Wheel 13 ‘actor burettor’ Sprayer Base 14Internal Expanding Brake 15—Adjustable Saddle Page. © we. © GENERAL INFORMATION. TAKING OVER A NEW MACHIN! HAVING filled up with petrol and oil it is advisable before starting the engine to sit on the cycle and to become familiar with the controls. Neutral or free engine position on all models, whether hand or fo is the notch first removed from low gear or extreme downw engine must always be started with the gear in this neutr ignition is controlled by a by a similar trigger on the right side, while the throttle is con! right-side handlebar grip. All controls open or advance by an inward move- ment, and for starting, the air should be completely closed and the ignition only about half advanced, ‘This latter is necessary to avoid back-firing, A small milled-edge screw at the bottom of the mixing chamber controls the air supply to pilot jet. This screw is accurately set at the works, but on account of variation in fuel or temperature, it may be found desirable to alter the adjustment occasionally. Tt should be explained, therefore, that by unscrewing, more air is admitted, thereby weakening the mixin: versa, screwing in enriches the mixture by decreasing the air supply. ‘This adjustment only affects carburation on very small throttle openings and dead slow running, ‘The taper needle attached to the throttle piston controls the petrol supply on large throttle openings. To weaken the mixture this needle must be lowered, or alternatively, to enrich it is necessary to raise same. These remarks-are intended only to roughly convey some idea of the carburettor working, and owners are advised to refrain from making any adjustments without good cause. ‘The petrol is turned on by pushing inwards the end of the sliding plunger marked ON, Assuming that the tanks have heen filled with petrol and oil of the recommended brand, and that all levers have been set as above, to start ‘the engine first flood the carburettor by depressing the tickler button on float chamber until petrol actually overflows from the vent hole. Then with the valve lifter raised, turn the engine over a few revolutions in order to charge ylinder or cylinders. Then give the kickstarter pedal a vigorous push, ing the valve lifter lever when the pedal hed the bottom of its travel, when the flywheels should have sufficient momentum to carry ‘over compression. Repeat if necessary and immediately the engine starts reduce the throttle opening to check speed. Do not under any circumstances race the engine while cold, but allow it to idle for a moment or two order to warm up, and see that the oi! ulat~ ing properly, Then, while seated on the cycle, disengage the clutch by drawing inwards the lever situated on the left side of the handlebar and engage the first gear. Then gently release the clutch lever, when the cycle will commence to move forward. When well under way, smartly declutch and simultaneously move the gear into second position, releasing the clutch lever gently as before when the change has heen made, after which repeat the operation until top ched. Tn all changes of gear the clutch should he released a fraction cond only before shifting the gear lever, and with reasonable care a change of gear can be made without a sound. ‘The movements of the gear lever must be made slowly and firmly, under Mo circumstances should the gears be allowed to grate. change, | position. ‘The position. The —~5— IMPORTANT NOTE RE FOOT-CHANGE GEAR CONTROL. With a foot change a totally different method of operation should be- observed from that described overléaf for hand control. ‘The effort obtained with the foot and the leverage on the control is very much greater than with hand change, and certain precautions must be observed to avoid damage to the gears and control mechanism. Under no circumstances should a violent kick be given to the pedal, a steady pressure being all that is required. Tt must he clearly understood that under certain conditions the layshaft and mainshaft gears may be rotating at equal speeds, and the dogs on the gears may be positioned agi each other. Therefore, if undue force is used, breakage of the gear selectors or control mechanism could result from violent presstre on the pedal. A down- Ward pressure engages the lower gear, and vice versa, an upward movement. makes change upward Tn making a change of gear, the clutch should be released and the pedal simultaneously moved with a steady toe movement. When the end of the pedal travel has been reached, the pedal must be held firmly with the foot: lintil the clutch has been re-engaged. It is not sufficient to just kick the pedal and remove the foot when the end of the travel has been reached. “DONT’S” IN DRIVING. race the engine imnecessarily, or let the clutch in suffic suddenly to cause the wheel to spin. Take a pride in a smooth getaway use the brakes with violence. Br instead of the brakes. allow the engine to labour on high gear on a steep gradient, and remember that an-easier, faster and better ascent can he made on the next lower gear. make a practice of starting in second speed. imder any circumstances allow the chains to run very slack or ver; dry. Either will soon cause trouble and adjustments are eas Slack chains will inevitably cause harshness of transmission. force engine or drive above a maximum speed of 30 m.p.h. for the first 500 miles, Mention is made of this warning on account of the natural desire of a new owner to ascertain his mount’s max mum capabilities. However, until all bearitigs are well ran in, it. is advisable to refrain from speed bursts, and the accompanying possibility of seized bearings, piston rings, etc. ‘The first 500 miles: bf an engine’s existence is far more important than the next 5,000. race the engine in neutral gear position, violently accelerate from a standstill, or drive at full speed on full throttle, ete., when in a residential district. Any motor cycle (or, for that matter, any motor vehicle) when so driven creates abnormal noise, and in the Interests of all motorists we earnestly implore every AwJ.S. owner to studiously refrain from any of the practices enumerated, or any calculated to cause annoyance to the public in general. Recollect that the degree of silence of your cycle is judged not by the actual noise it is making, but by comparison with other noises present. For example, in a busy street your cycle might be inaudible, while - in a quiet, narrow street of high buildings, it might be heard for several hundred y althongh in each case being driven in: exactly the same manner. —6— bO NOT ke carly and drive on the throttle DO NO’ DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT bo NOT DO NOT © © Antonio Dat Pasir LUBRICATION. ENGINE. Proper lubrication is of vital importance, and the use of only the best lubricant will be repaid many times over by long wear and good service. After extensive tests we have decided to recommend Wakefield Castrol X.L. as the most suitable oil for touring purposes, and advise all owners to use this and no other. The identifying letters used by most oil firms, denoting the different grades in which that oil is supplied, are imitated, so that it is essential when ordering oil to specify the brand as well as the grade; for example—Wakefield Castrol X.L., and not just XL. As an additional precaution it is advisable to buy from ‘the branded cabinets or from sealed tins. See where your oil is drawn from . Note.. trol R other. For Sports Models used for competition purposes Wakefield Ca: should be used, but on no account should this oil he mixed with any Engine Lubrication—Models 33-5, 33-6, 33-B6, 33-8, 33-B8, 33-9 and 33-12,. Single Cylinder, On all the above models a wet sump. non-circulating oiling system is employed, A double acting oil-pump plunger is used, one end of which delivers oil to the engine, and the other end draws oil from the tank and immediate! returns same, in’ order to provide a tell-tale by which the correct functie

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