MODELS: Rev. B 07-2013 MAN C100561 SCHV-18/5.5 SCHV-18/8.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety..................................................................................................... 3-6 Labels.................................................................................................... 6-7 Set-up.................................................................................................... 7 Maintenace / Storage........................................................................... 8 Introduction....................................................
SAFETY This symbol means: NOTICE !!! ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! Unauthorized modifications may present extreme safety hazards to operators and bystanders and could also result in product damage. Your safety and the safety of others is involved. 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. Engineering Department.
SAFETY Machine Preparation Operator preparation and training Read the Operation & Safety Manual • • I f an operator or mechanic cannot read English, it is the owner's responsibility to explain this material to them. If any portion of this material is unclear, contact your factory representative for clarification. ecome familiar with the safe operation of the equipB ment, operator controls and safety signs. Be prepared to stop the engine quickly in an emergency.
SAFETY MAINTENANCE SAFETY Operating On Slopes In general Use Extra Care When Working On Slopes • o not operate on slopes if uneasy or uncertain. UltiD mate responsibility for safe operation on slopes rests with the operator. • Maintain machine according to manufacturer’s schedule and instructions for maximum safety and best results. • Park machine on level ground. • Never allow untrained personnel to service machine.
SAFETY cleared. • Replace caps on fuel containers and tanks securely. ! WARNING 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.
LABELS ROTATING PARTS: Entanglement / Amputation Hazard Do not operate with cover removed. Stop engine before servicing. Moving blades/blade arms cut/crush Hazard Stay clear of blade/ blade arms while operating. Stop engine before servicing or adjusting. To prevent injury, wear appropriate eye protection and stand clear when cutting banding. Banding is under tension and may snap back when cut. ATTENTION: • Read Operator Manual before servicing or repairing.
MAINTENANCE / STORAGE Storage Instructions ! WARNING To prevent possible explosion or ignition of vaporized fuel, do not store equipment with fuel in tank or carburetor in enclosure with open flame (for example, a furnace or water heater pilot light). Daily Storage 1. Check engine oil level and air filter element daily. 2. Check oil level in gear case. 3. Close fuel valve at bottom of fuel tank. 4. Clean cutting blade (grass, dirt, etc.).
LISTS PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST Check the following before you deliver the sod cutter to the customer. DELIVERY CHECK LIST Review the operators manual with the customer. Explain the following: 1. Guards and shields fastened in place. 1. Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. warranty. 2. Decals fastened and legible. 2. Safe operation and service. 3. Tire pressure. 3. How to use controls. 4. Gas lever on engine turned on. 4. Operating the machine correctly. 5. All eight lubrication points greased. 5.
OPERATION PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST ! (operator’s responsibility) • eview and follow all safety rules and safety R decal instructions. • heck that all safety decals are installed and C in good condition. Replace if damaged. • heck to make sure all shields and guards are C properly installed and in good condition. • heck that all hardware is properly installed C and secured. • heck to be sure engine is free of dirt and debris.
OPERATION ! WARNING When replacement parts are required, use genuine Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. 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 inside where exhaust fumes can collect. Provide enough fresh air to keep fumes from getting too strong.
OPERATION 8. A fter cutting a short distance, stop machine by letting the finger throttle control go back to its original position. Check thickness of cut and adjust if necessary. 9. A t the end of each cutting pass, lift up on the handle bar to clear the cutting blade from the sod. Retard the throttle control and turn machine around into the position for the next cut. 10. W hen finished cutting sod, reverse steps 6 through 3, leaving the wheel drive handle on for transportation.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Only on Gear Drive Models PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Blade will not stay in ground replaced a. Bottom of blade is rounded off a. Blade should be sharpened or Belts jump off a. Wrong type of belt b. Pulley misalignment a. Use only the special factory belt b.
SPECIFICATIONS SELF-PROPELLED WALK-BEHIND SOD CUTTER SCHV-18/5.5 - S.N. 000101 & UP; SCHV-18/8.0 - S.N. 000101 & UP ENGINE Model................................................. 4 cycle 5.5 H. P. Honda Model GX160 GX1600HV 9.9 cu. in. (163 cc) GEAR CASE Starter........................................................................... Recoil Capacity.........................................................31/2Pints(1.7L) Governor..............................
SECTION TITLE Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. 1028 Street Road • Southampton, PA 18966 Telephone: 1-800-366-6268 TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Effective April 1, 2007 For the period of two years from the date of purchase, SCHILLER GROUNDS CARE, INC. will repair or replace for the original purchaser free of charge, any part or parts found upon the examination of our factory authorized service station, or by the factory in Norfolk, Nebraska, to be defective in material or workmanship.
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