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Operators Manual

PR18S6FA / 968999678
PR22S6FA / 968999680

S22S6DA / 968999681

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Summary of Contents for PR18S6FA

Page 1: ...Operators Manual PR18S6FA 968999678 PR22S6FA 968999680 S22S6DA 968999681 ...

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Page 3: ... GENERAL USE 8 PREPARATIONS 10 RUNNING 11 MOVEMENT TRANSPORT 12 STORAGE 12 CHILDREN 12 FUEL SYSTEM 13 MAINTENANCE 14 MODELS 15 CONTROLS 16 MAIN COMPONENTS 16 ENGINE 17 CUTTING UNIT 17 BLADE VERSATILITY 18 OPERATION 19 BEFORE YOU START 19 STARTING 19 FINISHING 19 MAINTENANCE 20 TWO MINUTE RULE 25 CLEANING AND WASHING 25 LUBRICATION 26 LUBRICATION SCHEDULE 26 GENERAL 26 TROUBLESHOOTING 28 STORAGE 29...

Page 4: ...You should have all inclusive insurance for liability fire damage and theft Good service BlueBird s products are sold all over the world and only in specialized retail trade with complete service This ensures that you as a customer get only the best support and service Before the machine was delivered it underwent inspection and was adjusted by your dealer When you need spare parts or support in s...

Page 5: ...f the reader should neglect to follow instructions given in the manual Used also when there is a potential for misuse or misassembly Decals 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 BlueBird logo 2 Model designation PR18 3 Model designation PR22 4 Height setting 5 Seeder Dial 6 DANGER watch your feet 7 Seed application chart 8 Warning for carbon monoxide 9 Open Close Seedbox 10 Caution graphics 11 Warning f...

Page 6: ...Bird logo 2 Model designation PR18 3 Model designation PR22 4 Height setting 5 Seeder Dial 6 DANGER watch your feet 7 Seed application chart 8 Warning for carbon monoxide 9 Open Close Seedbox 10 Caution graphics 11 Warning for bagger 12 Handle folding instructions 13 BlueBird logo ...

Page 7: ...ning Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered by the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm The engine emits carbon monoxide which is a colorless poisonous gas Do not use the machine in enclosed spaces Instructions Decal 7 Seed application chart Values are approximate quantities of seed depend ...

Page 8: ...uctions only address the basics for safe use It would be impossible in the safety instructions to describe all possible risk situations that could arise when using the machine You can however prevent accidents by always using common sense To obtain extra copies of the operator s manual please contact your dealer Read this manual carefully and make sure you understand it before using the machine or...

Page 9: ...use of the machine to use or service it Local laws may regulate the age of the user People and animals can distract you causing you to lose control of the machine For this reason you should always concentrate and focus on the task at hand Never leave the machine unsupervised with the engine running Make sure that other people are nearby when you are using the machine so that you can call for help ...

Page 10: ...er intentionally run the machine over foreign objects Make sure all guard plates and protective cowlings are in place and intact when using the machine Makes sure no clothing long hair or jewelry can catch in moving machine parts Never use the machine when barefoot Always wear protective shoes or protective boots with anti slip and preferably with steel toes Wear approved ear protection when runni...

Page 11: ...ion on slopes Be careful when working close to sudden changes in level Smoking open flames or sparks in the vicinity of the machine are strictly forbidden Gasoline is extremely flammable and carelessness in handling can result in personal injury or fire Stop and inspect the equipment if you run over or into anything If necessary make repairs before beginning again Whatever happens you should alway...

Page 12: ...ine and allow it to cool at least 2 minutes before transport Collapse the handle if the machine is equipped with a collapsible handle Be careful and use safe lifting and moving techniques when loading unloading the machine We recommend having two people to lift the machine Fasten the machine properly in place with approved fasteners such as tension belts chains or rope Always check that you are in...

Page 13: ... can result in personal injury or fire Before starting the machine after refueling it should be moved at least 10 feet 3 M from the location where it was filled Turn off the fuel supply for storage or transport If leaks arise in the fuel system the engine must not be started until the problem has been resolved Fueling always poses an element of risk Check the fuel level before each use and leave s...

Page 14: ...tee Contact your dealer if you have any questions regarding service or guarantee matters Follow all maintenance instructions Do not change the setting of governors and avoid running the engine with overly high RPMs If you run the engine too fast you risk damaging the machine components Do not modify safety equipment Check regularly to be sure it works properly The machine must not be run with defe...

Page 15: ... with a 6 hp Subaru four cycle engine The 22 dethathcher can be equipped with a catcher It is available as an accessory at your BlueBird dealer It can be mounted after purchase Alternatively 22 dethatcher can be equipped with a seeder It is available as an accessory at your BlueBird dealer It can be mounted after purchase It is not possible to use a catcher and seeder simultaneously DT22RF 1 DT03 ...

Page 16: ...16 CONTROLS Main components and operating instruments 1 Engine 2 Depth lever 3 Knob for collapsible handle 4 Clutch bail 5 Handle 6 Shaft Guard 7 Belt shield DT04 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 7 ...

Page 17: ...the machine with dirty fuel Make sure the fuel cap is properly tightened and the gasket is not damaged particularly before washing the machine Use unleaded gasoline with minimum 86 octane rating Never use gasoline mixed with two cycle oil For ethanol and methanol fuel the following applies Maximum allowable ethanol 10 volume Maximum allowable methanol 5 volume Maximum allowable MTBE Methyl Tertiar...

Page 18: ...s a vertical mower for cutting running stem grasses and opening up the soil to oxygen water nutrients and other chemicals Delta blades are also beneficial on slopes terraces and in high clay content soils where water runoff is a problem Blades should penetrate the soil to a depth of 1 8 to with a maximum penetration of Spring tine Ideal for the established lawn that is not in need of a complete re...

Page 19: ...ightly Hold the clutch engaged against the handle and carefully lower the machine into the turf Do a small test area at a slow walking pace If the engine speed drops excessively the depth setting is too deep Turn the depth knob clockwise If the machine pulls forward and bucks roughly the depth setting is too deep Check for stones or fixed objects in the lawn Then turn the depth knob clockwise FLAI...

Page 20: ...r Lubrication see the Lubrication schedule MAINTENANCE 3 50 6 100 1 25 Maintenance Daily before starting Maintenance interval months hours WARNING No service operations may be performed on the engine or unit unless The engine is stopped The ignition cable has been removed from the spark plug The machine is securely parked where it will not tip or begin rolling Described in this manual Not describe...

Page 21: ...s not loose and is properly set see Replacing the drive belt 8 Refit the belt guard Replacing the drive belt Replace the drive belt as follows 1 Allow the engine to cool 2 Remove the spark plug cable 3 Remove the belt guard 4 Remove the old belt 5 Check for wear on the pulleys and replace as necessary 6 Check the pulley setting against the rotor pulley and adjust as necessary The belt should run i...

Page 22: ...stration 5 Remove the 6 bearing bolts and allow the rotor shaft to slide out 6 Check the shaft bearing blade length blade safety clips and spacers 7 Rotate the shaft end for end 8 Refit the bearing bolts 9 Refit the pulley and check that it is aligned with top pulley 10 Refit the drive belt 11 Check the pulley alignment to the engine shaft pulley The drive belt should run smoothly in its track Adj...

Page 23: ...blade shafts and replace if bent or worn 6 Drive the blade shafts out towards the center The blades 4 and the plasitc spacers 3 will fall off 7 Fit the new blades and replace the plastic spacers as necessary Refer to the illustration of the components for blade spacer placement 8 Install new spring clips 9 Repeat this procedure for the remaining three shafts 10 Reattach the spark plug cable IMPORT...

Page 24: ...de at the longest point of the blade will be about 2 64 mm and it will be necessary to replace the blades It is possible to replace delta blades without removing the rotor shaft Remove the delta blade by removing Spring tines can be replaced without removing the rotor shaft by using a socket wrench Remove the screw and replace the spring tine using the wrench Fit the new spring tine before removin...

Page 25: ...er handle before starting the engine again Cleaning and washing Regular cleaning and washing will increase the machine s lifespan Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use before the dirt sticks Check before rinsing that the fuel tank lid is properly in place to avoid getting water in the tank Use caution when using high pressure spray because warning decals instruction signs and the...

Page 26: ...icant on the belt or the drive surfaces on the belt pulleys Should this happen attempt to clean them with spirits If the belt continues to slip after cleaning it must be replaced DT04 1 1 Check engine oil daily change every six months or 100 hours 2 Check and lubricate wheel bearings once a month 3 Lubricate folding handle points once a week 4 Lubricate main shaft bearings once a week or every 40 ...

Page 27: ...with a thin coat of oil to avoid rust This is particularly important prior to winter storage or if the machine will not be used for a period of longer than 30 days 2 Handle Lubricate the joints at both sides of the handle with an oil can DT06 ...

Page 28: ...ice checking spark plug or ignition workshop Low compression Serious interior engine Contact an authorized service damage or faulty valves workshop Engine is under powered or runs unevenly Air filter Clogged air filter Clean or replace the air filter Fuel system Machine stored without observ Clean tank sludge reservoir and ing proper procedure from empty carburetor chapter Storage Winter storage F...

Page 29: ...empty the fuel tank and the carburetor if you have added stabilizer WARNING Never store an engine with fuel in the tank indoors or in poorly ventilated spaces where fuel vapor can come in contact with open flame sparks or a pilot light such as in a boiler hot water tank clothing drier etc Handle the fuel with caution It is very flammable and careless use can cause serious harm to person and proper...

Page 30: ...setting Adjustable depth control with lever mechanism Flail blade reel 26 case hardened steel blades with 5 8 1 6 cm spacers 1 8 x 1 x 3 0 3 x 2 5 x 8 9 cm Delta blade reel 20 austempered 12 gauge steel blades with 2 5 cm spacers Spring tine reel Not applicable Handle Folding ergonomic design with upholstery Weight Dethatcher 144 lbs 65 3 kg Width 28 71 cm Length 26 68 cm without handle 50 127 cm ...

Page 31: ... 3 0 3 x 2 5 x 8 9 cm Delta blade reel 20 austempered 12 gauge steel blades with 2 5 cm spacers Spring tine reel Not applicable Handle Folding ergonomic design with upholstery Catcher bag 8 ft3 0 23 m3 synthetic material on frame with wheels Seed hopper 1 358 inch3 22 3 l or approx 30 lbs 13 6 kg seed Self propelled stirring Inspection window Weight Dethatcher 144 lbs 65 3 kg with seed hopper 165 ...

Page 32: ...3 0 3 x 2 5 x 8 9 cm Delta blade reel 20 austempered 12 gauge steel blades with 2 5 cm spacers Spring tine reel Not applicable Handle Folding ergonomic design with upholstery Catcher bag 8 ft3 0 23 m3 synthetic material on frame with wheels Seed hopper 1 358 inch3 22 3 l or approx 30 lbs 13 6 kg seed Self propelled stirring Inspection window Weight Dethatcher 144 lbs 65 3 kg with seed hopper 165 l...

Page 33: ...anufacturer recommended oil See engine manual 3 Test the clutch Make sure that the clutch expansion spring disengages 6 35 mm easily 4 The engine RPM is preset by the manufacturer Idle speed is 1250 1400 RPM Maximum engine speed is 3600 RPM See the engine manual for instructions on adjusting the regulator and carburetor if the engine speed is not within these limits 1 2 3 4 DT03 1 ...

Page 34: ... described in the lubrication schedule 9 Fill the fuel tank and start the engine 10 Check all operating instruments 11 Check decals and information attached to the unit 12 Check the engine speed RPM see Technical Data 13 Check for leakage 14 Inform the customer about The need and advantages of following the service schedule The need and advantages of leaving the machine for service every 300 hours...

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