CGC Ryan 544946A, Operator'S & Parts Manual

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11
Jr.
Sodcutter
OPERATION
PRE-OPERATION CHECK
1. Visually check all moving parts and all fasteners.
If loose or broken, tighten or replace. Check
belt for fraying, wear and proper adjustment (see
SERVICE section).
2. Lubricate all lubrication fittings before each days
use or after every eight hours of operation (see
SERVICE section).
3. Check the engine crankcase oil level with the
engine resting in a level position. Add oil if
necessary.
4. Check the gear case oil level. Add oil if
necessary.
5. Check the air filter. Replace if necessary.
6. Sharpen cutting blade (see SERVICE section).
7. Follow the engine manufacturer's
recommendations for the correct type and
amount of oil. Fill the fuel tank according to the
engine manufacturer's specifications.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly
explosive under certain conditions. Always stop
the engine and do not smoke or allow open
flames or sparks when refueling. BE SURE to
install fuel cap after refueling.
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.
Refuel equipment on the ground. If equipment
must be fueled on a truck or trailer, refuel from
a portable container rather than a dispenser
nozzle.
Keep the dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening until fueling
is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open
device.
NEVER start or run the engine inside where
exhaust fumes can collect. Carbon monoxide
present in the exhaust is an odorless and deadly
gas.
DO NOT operate equipment without shields in
place. DO NOT make adjustments or perform
any maintenance while the engine is running.
Before operating, check the area and remove
any object which may present a safety hazard or
damage the equipment.
STARTING ENGINE
1. Be sure gas is turned on. Check Shut-off valve
located on the bottom of the fuel tank
2. Place all controls in "Disengaged" position.
3. Put Throttle lever at half speed.
4. Turn engine switch to "ON" position.
5. Pull recoil starter, and choke as required to start
engine. Allow engine to warm up.
MOVING THE JR SODCUTTER
To move unit without running blade :
1. Place blade shifter handle H in "disengaged"
position (handle will point straight out from unit).
2. Set engine speed at slow speed.
3. Engage drive shifter handle.
4. Depress operator presence control.
5. Engage clutch control lever.
6. Adjust throttle to desired walking speed.
To move unit without running engine:
1. Put drive shifter handle and clutch control lever in
"Disengaged" position.
To transport the unit:
1. When transporting unit on trailer or truck, shut fuel
vavle "OFF" beneath fuel tank.
CUTTING SOD
1. Engage drive wheel shifter handle.
2. Engage blade shifter handle.
3. Standing on the right side of the unit, lift handle
with left hand, and lower blade to preset depth
with right hand. Tighten the locking lever.
4. Adjust throttle to full speed.
5. Push clutch lever forward and lower handle.
6. After cutting a short distance, stop unit and check
thickness of sod. Adjust if necessary.
7. At end of each cutting pass, lift up on handle to
clear cutting blade from sod, retard throttle and
turn Jr. Sodcutter around for return pass.