Schiller Grounds Care RYAN MATAWAY 544283B, Operator'S Manual

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8
MATAWAY
SET-UP
Do not operate this equipment until you
have read the CONTROLS and OPERATION
sections of this manual thoroughly.
To prevent injury, use an adequate lifting
device (i.e., hoist, or fork lift) to remove unit
from pallet.
1. Remove and discard banding attaching Mataway
to pallet.
Banding is under tension and may snap back
when cut. Wear eye protection and stay clear
when cutting the band.
2. Lay-out all loose parts and hardware, and
remove Mataway from pallet using appropriate
lifting device.
3. Attach the handle A to the mounting tabs B on
the frame C using (2) 1/2-13 X 1 screws and
lockwashers.
4. Mount the side braces D to the handle A using
(2) 3/8-16 X 1 flangelock screws, and flangelock
nuts. Secure braces to frame using
(2) 3/8-16 X 1 flangelock screws.
5. Remove the transmission belt cover. Tilt unit
forward and support the chassis with jack stands.
To prevent fuel spillage and/or the risk of fire
or personal injury from inhalation of fumes,
be sure fuel tank is empty before tilting the
unit forward.
Support rear of tilted unit adequately.
6. Move the reel clamp levers E (left and right side)
rearward to release the reel clamps.
7. Position the reel to allow installation of the three
reel drive belts F onto the reel pulley.