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
.
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.
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