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Machine Preparation

Operator preparation and 
training  
Read the Operation & Safety 
Manual

•   If 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 repre-

sentative for clarification. 

•   Become familiar with the safe operation of the 

equipment, operator controls and safety signs. Be 
prepared to stop the engine quickly in an emer-
gency. Do not operate or allow another person to 
operate this machine if there are any questions 
about safety.

•   All operators and mechanics should be trained. 

The owner is responsible for training the users. 

•   Wear appropriate clothing, including safety 

goggles or safety glasses with side shields when 
operating. Do not operate barefoot or wearing 
open sandals. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry 
may get tangled in moving parts.

•  Wear hearing protection. 

•  Wear safety glasses.

•   Never allow underage children, unskilled or improperly 

trained people to operate this equipment. Local regula-
tions can restrict the age of the operator.

•   Keep warning labels and this operator's manual 

legible and intact. Replacement labels and manu-
als are available from the factory. 

• 

 Do not operate machine while under the influence 

of drugs or alcohol.

•   The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for 

accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other 
people or property. 

Site preparation and circumstances 

•  Evaluate the terrain to determine how to safely 

perform the job. Only use accessories and attach-
ments approved by the manufacturer. 

•  Clear the area to be cut of objects such as rocks, 

toys, wire or other debris that may be thrown or 
get tangled in the sod cutter.

•   Identify and mark objects to be 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 if any enter the area.

• 

Cut sod only in daylight or in good artificial light.

Machine Preparation

•   Do not tamper with or defeat safety devices. Keep 

guards, shields and interlock safety devices in 
place and in proper working condition. They are 
for your protection.

•   Keep all fasteners such as nuts, bolts and pins 

well secured. 

•   Visually inspect blade and blade bolts for wear or 

damage. Replace worn or damaged blades and 
bolts. 

•   Verify that machine and attachments, if any, are in 

good operating condition. 

•  Do not engage blade until ready to cut sod.

OPERATING SAFELY

In General

•   Use extra care when loading or unloading the 

machine into a trailer or truck.

•   Use caution when making turns and crossing 

roads and sidewalks. Stop blade when not cutting 
sod.

•   Do not run the engine in an enclosed area where 

dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

•   Never leave a machine unattended. Always turn 

off blade and stop engine when leaving the opera-
tor position. When leaving the machine be sure 
the wheel drive clutch is engaged.

•  Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling 

machine towards you.

Storage Safety

•  Stop the engine and allow to cool before storing.

•  Drain the fuel tank outdoors only.

•   Store fuel in an approved container in a cool, dry 

place.

•   Keep the machine and fuel containers in a locked 

storage place to prevent tampering and to keep 
children from playing with them.

•   Do not store the machine or fuel container near 

heating appliances with an open flame, such as a 

water heater, or an appliance with a pilot light.

•   Keep gasoline storage area free of grass, leaves 

and excessive grease to reduce fire hazard.

•   Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives, 

mufflers and engine to help prevent fires.

SAFETY

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Summary of Contents for SC-18A/5.5

Page 1: ...SOD CUTTER SC 18A 5 5 SC 18A 8 0 ORIGINAL LANGUAGE INSTRUCTIONS PARTS OPERATORS SAFETY MANUAL MAN 4177231 Rev A 10 2018...

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: ...ny years of reliable service Your safe use of this Classen product is one of our prime design objectives Many safety features are built in but we also rely on your good sense and care to achieve accid...

Page 4: ...approved by Schiller Grounds Care Inc will be considered the responsibility of the individual s or company design ing and or making such changes Schiller Grounds Care Inc will vigorously pursue full i...

Page 5: ...d 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 DELIVER...

Page 6: ...to be 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 c...

Page 7: ...a foreign 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 r...

Page 8: ...osive 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 Us...

Page 9: ...revention 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 S L O W F A S T W H E E L D R I V E ON OFF...

Page 10: ...e blade drive HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT NUT G Loose the Height adjustment nut to allow raising or lowering the cutter blade WHEEL DRIVE HANDLE F Move the Wheel Drive Handle forward to engage the blade drive M...

Page 11: ...the 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 t...

Page 12: ...er 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 sure underground s...

Page 13: ...nd dirt at all times Check engine oil level and air filter element daily Check for loose bolts and connections All grease fittings are pressurized type Use a good grade Lithium Base Grease or equivale...

Page 14: ...fuel 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...

Page 15: ...__________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________...

Page 16: ...ade 3 03 to1 Engine to drive wheels 57 2 to 1 WHEELS Drive 8 203 mm Dia w knobby tread vulcanized to hub Rear 8 x 1 75 203 X 45mm semi pneumatic tires CUTTING WIDTH SC 18 18 REDUCTION BOX Lubrication...

Page 17: ...17 SC 18 PARTS SECTION PARTS SECTION...

Page 18: ...ASSEMBLY FIGURE 1 6 9 24 18 1 23 3 9 7 7 11 13 14 15 41 20 21 30 20 31 20 31 8 20 19 9 10 35 37 34 9 9 7 4 5 12 8 24 9 9 27 42 43 18 19 18 43 18 19 18 16 19 18 44 25 26 14 30 9 2 38 18 19 18 20 19 28...

Page 19: ...LOCK 8 20 C500129 NUT 3 8 16 10 21 C300004 7 CLIP R H BELT ADJUSTMENT 1 22 C300134 7 CLIP BELT L H 1 23 C400237 17 BUMPER 8 0 HP 1 C400236 17 BUMPER 5 5 HP 24 C500134 BOLT 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 5 25 C100021...

Page 20: ...3 24 11 16 15 2221 22 21 20 12 17 1 2 10 24 23 28 31 25 17 21 18 30 29 19 19 17 18 5 9 26 48 63 51 53 53 37 39 42 46 27 54 47 38 34 47 50 22 60 36 43 33 3452 13 32 33 49 43 32 47 54 59 43 32 33 52 45...

Page 21: ...9 C500146 BOLT 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 2 30 C500154 BOLT 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 2 31 64123 310 BLT HEX 1 4 20X2 PLT FLTHR 2 32 C100001 WASHER 3 4 NYLON 8 33 C100002 SEAL 8 34 C100003 BEARING 4 35 C100007 GRIP RUBBER 2...

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

Page 23: ...0134 7 CLIP BELT L H 1 23 C200039 JACK SHAFT 1 24 C500003 KEY 1 4 x 7 8 HALF MOON 2 25 C500004 KEY 1 4 x 1 SQUARE 2 26 C500006 WASHER 1 2 LOCK 17 27 C500240 KEY 3 16 X 1 1 2 1 28 C500029 BOLT 1 4 20 x...

Page 24: ...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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