WATER WEEDSICKLE – LT
570 ch Knowlton, Lac-Brome, QC J0E 1V0 CANADA
T: 450 243 0976 F: 450 243 1834 [email protected] www.canadianpond.ca
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Clamp the Water Weedsickle to the desire location on your boat. We recommend
mounting the machine on the transom as close to the motor as possible to minimize the
drag affect of the Cutter Bar. For small boats (12’ and under) mounting the Water
Weedsickle to the transom and rowing is a very effective method of cutting weeds.
Rowing also allows for excellent control of the boat.
TIP: Rowing in reverse with the Water Weedsickle rotated 180° provides an excellent view
of where you are cutting.
It is easiest to clamp the machine to the boat in a horizontal (fully tilted) position and then
lower the Cutter Bar into the water after the clamps are tightened.
Adjust the depth of the cut and tighten the Depth Adjustment Handle securely by hand.
Make sure the Cutter Bar is clear of the motor’s lower unit and the bottom of the boat.
The machine will operate in a tilted position for cutting in shallow water. (The initial
cutting depth for fully grown weeds is two (2) feet maximum)
The forward speed of the boat is to be dependent on the density of the weed mass. A
tearing or raking effect is a clear indication of too much forward speed. The Water
Weedsickle must be allowed to cut the weeds and not tear or rake them. The maximum
fuse amperage is 20 amps. Repeated blowing of the fuse is an indication of too much
forward speed and/or the Cutter Bar touching the bottom.
DO NOT allow the Cutter Bar to be dragged along the lake bottom. This may result in
serious damage to the machine. If you are uncertain of the depth of the water, or of
underwater obstacles (stumps, rocks, etc.) we recommend rowing to minimize potential
damage to the machine.
Do not lubricate the Main Support Tube. This will affect the friction fit of the depth
adjustment.
We recommend spraying the Cutter Bar with a light lubricant (WD40, etc.) after each use
to protect to keep the cutting components moving freely. Do not leave the Water
Weedsickle in the water after use.
