REEL MOWER OPERATOR
’S MANUAL (RL205H/207H)
Evergreen Turf Equipment
, LLC • 1028 4
th
St. SW, Bldg. A
• Auburn, Washington 98001 • caltrimmer.com
Mower Operation (Continued)
5. Stopping
Release the clutch lever to disengage, lift the roller
handle and stop the engine before leaving mower to
empty the grass catcher, make repairs, inspections
or adjustments, and when transporting. If the reel
blade and roller continue to turn when the clutch
lever is released, stop the engine immediately and
refer to the belt adjustment in the next section.
Mower Maintenance
Inspection and maintenance is recommended after each
8 hours of use. The following topics are general practices
that owners can do to keep the mower in good working
condition. For service or repair issues beyond these, it is
advised that the unit be inspected by an Authorized
California Trimmer Dealer.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Operating in extreme
conditions may require more frequent service
intervals. Engine components may become dirty or
plugged when operating in extreme heat, dust or
other severe conditions.
1. ENGINE:
Check the oil level and air cleaner per the
engine
manufacturer’s instructions.
2. CLUTCH DRIVE SYSTEM:
The drive belt is a wear item so some adjustments will be
needed to maintain optimum performance. If there are
any cracks, splits or gouges in the belt, replace it
immediately. Also check the idler bearings to verify they
spin freely and smoothly.
- Adjusting:
NOTE: Before starting, verify the clutch drive
disengagement by pulling the recoil starter and if
the reel blade and drive roller turn, belt drive
adjustment is needed.
Over time with extended use, it may be necessary to
adjust the idler arm to ensure the belt is fully
engaged with the clutch lever. Use the cable
adjustment near the clutch lever to remove any
excess slack and enable the idler arm to sufficiently
engage the belt.
When disengaged, the belt tension is loose and it is
in contact with the belt guide and belt guard to help
prevent it from turning. If needed, the belt guide can
be rotated to have more contact with the belt.
NOTE: When engaged (clutch lever fully
squeezed), the belt guard and belt guide must not
contact the belt.
