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OPERATION
PREPARATION
1.
Carefully read this manual and operate
TRS-20E/TSS-20E correctly.
2.
Always check machine on level ground.
3.
Visually check all moving parts and all
fasteners, if loose or broken, tighten or
replace. Check for broken or bent blades,
replace if necessary.
4.
Lubricate all fittings after every four hours of
using machine, using a pressurized gun with
standard lithium base lubricant (see “General
Maintenance” section). Wipe off fittings
before and after lubricating.
5.
Add oil to the engine crankcase with engine
resting in a level position (refer to engine
manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual for the
correct type and amount of oil).
6.
Fill the fuel tank according to engine
manufacturer specifications.
7.
Police lawn area for obstacles and debris
(i.e. sprinklers, hoses, toys, etc.)
8.
Mark underground sprinkler heads and other
hidden obstacles to prevent damage.
STARTING ENGINE
1.
Turn fuel cock to the “open” position
2.
Turn choke on (closed).
3.
Turn ignition switch to “on”.
4.
Move throttle control to high RPM setting.
Do not exceed 3600 rpm.
5.
Pull recoil starter rope until engine starts.
6.
After engine is warm, turn off choke (open).
7.
Allow engine to run one minute before
operating.
8.
Check engine rpm setting before operating,
DO NOT exceed 3600 rpm.
TRANSPORTING THE TRS-20E/
TSS-20E
1.
Position height adjustment lever to the start/
transport position (see Fig. 1).
2.
Start motor , Run motor at one half throttle.
3.
Engage top bail.
4.
Select speed lever.
5.
Bottom bail up for engagement for main
shaft
OPERATING THE TRS-20E/TSS-2E
1.
Put speed lever in neutral position
2.
Start engine
3.
Engage top bail
4.
Select forward or reverse with the
speed lever.
5.
Drive TRS-20E/TSS-20E to the area to be
raked or seeded.
6.
Move height adjustment lever to the
appropriate setting for the shaft assembly
being used. (see ‘’optional shaft assemblies’’
section)
7.
Lift bottom bail to engage the main shaft.
Release bail to stop
14. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug
wire:
a) before checking, cleaning or working
on unit
b) after striking a foreign object (inspect the
unit for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating)
15. Stop the engine:
a) whenever you leave the unit
b) before refueling
c) before clearing blockages.
16. Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-
out and, if the engine is provided with shut-
off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion
of operating.
17. Before shutting off, put drive lever in neutral.
CAUTION
TO AVOID INJURY, DO NOT PLACE YOUR FEET
OR OTHER BODY PARTS UNDER THE BLADES
WHILE STARTING THE ENGINE.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Engage
Disengage
