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INTRODUCTION / SET UP INSTRUCTIONS

Thank You

Thank you for purchasing the Classen Model SC-
18AHD

Read This Manual

Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate 
sod cutter correctly. Failure to do so could result in 
personal injury or equipment damage.
This manual should be considered a permanent part 
of your sod cutter and should remain with it if you sell 
it.

Warranty

Refer to back page.

Serial Numbers

Write frame and engine serial numbers, plus model 
numbers in “Owners Record” section below. Your 
dealer needs these numbers when you order parts. 
The serial number is located on a sticker on the cen-
ter section of the frame.

Directions

“Right Hand” and “Left Hand” sides of the sod cutter 
are determined by facing the back of the sod cutter as 
you would operate the machine.

PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST

Check the following before you deliver the sod cutter
to the customer.
1.  Guards and shields fastened in place.
2.  Decals fastened and legible.
3.  Tire pressure.
4.  Gas lever on engine turned on.
5.  All eight lubrication points greased.
6.  2:1 gearbox oil level.
7.  Engine oil level.
8.  Air cleaner.
9.  Touch up scratches.
10.  Chain tight.
11.  Engine belt tight.
12.  Levers working properly.
13.  All controls.
14.  Add fuel, start engine, test run.

DELIVERY CHECK LIST

Review the operators manual with the customer. 
Explain the following:

1.   Classen Mfg., Inc. warranty.

2.   Safe operation and service.
3.  How to use controls.
4.  Operating the machine correctly.
5.  Transporting the sod cutter.
6.  Correct fuel and lubricants.
7.  Daily and periodic inspections.
8.  Changing oil after break-in period.
9.  Servicing the sod cutter regularly and correctly.

10.  Classen Mfg., Inc

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 parts and service.

11.   Give the customer the operators manual and  

encourage customer to read it.

SET UP  INSTRUCTIONS

To prevent injury, wear appropriate eye protection 
and stand clear when cutting banding. Banding is 
under tension and may snap back when cut.

1.  Remove crate top, ends, sides and plastic cover-

ing the unit.. 
Remove the banding attaching the sod cutter to 
the pallet.

2.  Roll the sod cutter off the pallet.  The unit can 

also be driven off the pallet, but first read the 

Safety, Controls, and Operation sections of your 
manual, then check the oil and add fuel.

3.  Dispose of pallet, box, and banding in a respon-

sible manner.

4.Check the engine oil level, add if necessary and 

fill the fuel tank with fresh, clean, unleaded regular 

gasoline.

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PRO

SOD CUTTER

Summary of Contents for PRO HSC18AHD

Page 1: ...PARTS OPERATORS SAFETY MANUAL MAN 4177200 Rev A 09 2018 PRO SOD CUTTER MODELS HSC18AHD...

Page 2: ...equipped with a spark arrestor as defined in Section 4442 maintained in effective working order or the engine is con structed equipped and maintained for the prevention of fire To acquire a spark arr...

Page 3: ...lubricate and adjust it as instructed and it will give you many years of reliable service Your safe use of this Classen product is one of our prime design objectives Many safety features are built in...

Page 4: ...ch changes Schiller Grounds Care Inc will vigorously pursue full indemnifica tion and costs from any party responsible for such unauthorized post manufacture modifications and or accessories should pe...

Page 5: ...Touch up scratches 10 Chain tight 11 Engine belt tight 12 Levers working properly 13 All controls 14 Add fuel start engine test run DELIVERY CHECK LIST Review the operators manual with the customer Ex...

Page 6: ...e avoided such as sprinkler heads stakes water valves etc Be sure the area is clear of pets and people especially young children Never assume they will remain where you last saw them Stop the ma chine...

Page 7: ...reign object Inspect the machine for damage and make repairs before restarting if the machine begins to vibrate abnormally shut off machine immediately Inspect and make repairs as needed before restar...

Page 8: ...Use extra care when handling Store only in containers spe cifically designed for fuel When refueling or checking fuel level Stop the engine and allow to cool Do not smoke Refuel outdoors only Use a f...

Page 9: ...Requirements This label meets California 4442 6 100504 ADJUST WHEN NEEDED ALSO CHECK TENSION AND LUBRICATE CHAIN DAILY C U T T E R B L A D E ON OFF ROTATING PARTS DO NOT OPERATE WITH COVER REMOVED 41...

Page 10: ...DLE E Move the Cutter Blade handle forward to engage the blade drive Move the Cutter Blade handle back to disengage the blade drive HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT NUT G Loose the Height adjustment nut to allow rai...

Page 11: ...amount and type of fuel recommended by the engine manufacturer 5 CHOKE For cold starts set the throttle lever to the half open position and move the choke to the ON position For warm starts set the th...

Page 12: ...gine 1 Release finger throttle control 2 Turn off ignition switch OPERATING THE SOD CUTTER Preparation 1 Police lawn area for obstacles and debris i e sprinklers hoses toys etc Remove all items 2 Make...

Page 13: ...ease engine RPM The machine should NOT move If machine moves then repeat Steps 1 3 until set properly BELT ADJUSTMENT 1 Remove belt cover 2 Loosen the pulley andmove up the slot for tighter belt tensi...

Page 14: ...top bolt E to the lever with idle 1 8 to 1 4 from back plate Figure 7 4 Reinstall belt cover REAR WHEEL LOCK OR SWIVEL To allow rear wheel to swivel 1 Pull pin F up and turn Figure 8 9 To lock rear wh...

Page 15: ...and connections All grease fittings are pressurized type Use a good grade Lithium Base Grease or equivalent Grease eccentric arms sparingly every 4 hours of service all others daily Wipe off all greas...

Page 16: ...from fuel tank and lines use a hose or fuel line routed from fuel tank shut off to proper container 2 Start engine and run until all fuel is used from the carburetor float bowl 3 While engine is warm...

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Page 18: ...o1 Engine to drive wheels 57 2 to 1 WHEELS Drive 8 5 8 219 mm Dia w knobby tread vulcanized to hub Rear 8 x 1 75 203 X 45mm semi pneumatic tires CUTTING WIDTH HSC18 18 LUBRICATION Hydro Drive 20W50 Tr...

Page 19: ...19 PRO SOD CUTTER PARTS SECTION PARTS SECTION...

Page 20: ...ME ASSEMBLY FIGURE 1 30 34 2 5 22 24 3 29 32 33 24 31 20 21 26 6 11 11 16 23 17 10 4 22 22 24 22 24 9 7 27 23 16 23 18 21 21 16 14 16 20 15 21 13 12 43 37 39 40 8 36 19 38 1 23 41 45 44 24 9 24 33 22...

Page 21: ...1 19 64221 07 E RING 375 1 20 C500091 BOLT 3 8 16 X 2 2 21 C500042 WASHER 3 8 FLAT 7 22 C500140 BOLT 5 16 18 X 3 4 7 23 C500130 WASHER 3 8 LOCK 5 24 C500115 WASHER 5 16 LOCK 8 25 64268 03 NUT 3 8 16 N...

Page 22: ...FIGURE 2 1 2 3 4 6 5 7 8 9 10 11 13 12 14 15 17 16 18 18 18 18 27 19 19 19 20 29 20 20 20 21 39 24 25 26 26 29 21 28 22 23 31 33 25 32 29 26 25 19 26 36 34 35 18 18 24 27 30 37 24 25 38 18 19 27 43 44...

Page 23: ...OCK 9 20 C500129 NUT 3 8 16 15 21 C500026 YOKE 3 8 CLEVIS 1 22 64123 328 BOLT HEX 3 8 16 X 4 1 4 1 23 90 0826 BOLT 1 2 13 X 3 1 4 NC 1 24 C500115 WASHER 5 16 LOCK 5 25 C500101 NUT 5 16 18 7 26 C500134...

Page 24: ...24 PRO SOD CUTTER 10 24 21 22 28 14 25 23 15 1 4 9 7 21 18 3 5 20 6 19 16 2 17 7 11 13 10 11 6 15 6 11 15 6 7 5 7 20 2 8 27 26 8 12 13 29 30 13 13 32 35 33 34 34 CUTTER ASSEMBLY FIGURE 3...

Page 25: ...NUT 1 2 13 5 16 C500131 NUT 1 2 13 LOCK 2 17 C500241 BOLT 1 2 13 x 1 2 18 C500249 BOLT 1 2 20 x 1 2 19 C500152 BOTL 1 2 13 X 2 3 4 2 20 C600001 STEEL SLEEVE 4 21 C400411 7 ARM ECCENTRIC ENHANCED 2 22...

Page 26: ...LY FIGURE 4 40 24 34 38 9 12 11 37 10 3 13 36 26 17 16 23 2 47 8 18 5 7 6 42 22 29 20 21 1 19 4 43 25 14 35 41 8 46 28 31 31 32 32 33 39 49 49 50 50 50 51 51 51 48 56 45 44 43 22 21 21 21 18 30 52 53...

Page 27: ...0 X 76 ROLLER CON LINK 1 26 C100513 B38 V BELT 1 27 C500001 GREASE FITTING 1 4 x 28 4 28 64164 51 KEY SQ 1 4 X 1 1 4 ROUNDED 2 29 C500181 KEY 1 4 x 1 1 2 SQUARE 1 30 C500147 BOLT 5 16 18 X 1 1 2 4 31...

Page 28: ...KIT C900037 16 BLADE CONVERSION KIT 1 C500115 WASHER 5 16 LOCK 16 2 C500101 NUT 5 16 18 2 3 C400011 12 BLADE ADAPTOR 2 C300417 16 BLADE ADAPTOR 2 C300047 20 BLADE ADAPTOR 2 C400188 24 BLADE ADAPTOR 2...

Page 29: ...2014 7 WLDMNT HSC18 TRAILER HITCH 1 2 33148 01 SPACER 379X 75X 25 2 3 C500134 BLT 3 8 16 X 1 1 4 2 4 C500042 WSHR 3 8 FLAT 4 5 C500041 NUT 3 8 16 LOCK 2 TRAILER HITCH KIT 970544 OPTIONAL KITS NOTE THI...

Page 30: ...limited to spark plugs points filters blades and lubricants All service under this warranty will be furnished or performed by our factory authorized service stations There is no other expressed warran...

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