MODELS: Rev. B 07-2013 MAN C100579 SCHV-18/8.
CALIFORNIA WARNING 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. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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 B equipment, operator controls and safety signs. Be prepared to stop the engine quickly in an emergency.
SAFETY Starting • tart according to instructions in this manual or on S the machine. • efore attempting to start the engine, make sure the B master clutch is disengaged. • When starting the engine, make sure hands and feet are clear of the blade. • o not change engine governor settings or overD speed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed can increase the hazard of personal injury. — if the machine begins to vibrate abnormally: shut off machine immediately.
SAFETY ! 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: When practical, remove petrol (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.
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. ATTENTION: • Read Operator Manual before servicing or repairing. • Remove spark plug wire before servicing or repairing. SET-UP To prevent injury, wear appropriate eye protection and stand clear when cutting banding.
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. Hydro gear uses 20W50 oil. 2. Start engine and run until all fuel is used from the carburetor float bowl. 3.
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. • Check that all safety decals are installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged. • heck to make sure all shields and guards are C properly installed and in good condition. • Check that all hardware is properly installed and secured. • heck to be sure engine is free of dirt and debris.
OPERATION ! Starting Engine 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.
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. GENERAL MAINTENANCE 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. the following: 10.
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-18/8.0E - S/N: SV188E00101 & UP ENGINE Model.................................................... 4 cycle 8 H. P. Honda Model GX270 9.9 cu. in. (163 cc) Starter........................................................................... Recoil Governor.............................. 3600 RPM ± 100 RPM, no load Clutch.................................. spring loaded belt tightener type REDUCTION Engine to blade............................................
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EC Declaration of Conformity The Undersigned Manufacturer: Schiller Grounds Care, Inc.
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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