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MAINTENANCE / STORAGE
INTRODUCTION
Storage Instructions
WARNING
!
To prevent possible explosion or ignition of vapor-
ized fuel, do not store equipment with fuel in tank or
carburetor in enclosure with open flame (for example,
a furnace or water heater pilot light).
Daily Storage
1. Check engine oil level and air filter element daily.
2. Check oil level in gear case.
3. Close fuel valve at bottom of fuel tank.
4. Clean cutting blade (grass, dirt, etc.).
Extended Storage
Before the equipment is put into storage for any
period exceeding 30 days:
1. Drain all 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 warm, check the transmission oil
and refill with the proper weight of oil correspond
-
ing to the season when the equipment will next
be used.
4. Remove the spark plug and squirt a small quan-
tity of engine oil into the cylinder. Turn the engine
over a few times to distribute the oil.
5. Lubricate all lubrication fittings.
6. Clean and oil cutting blade to prevent rust.
To put equipment into operation after an
extended storage:
1. Fill fuel tank with clean fresh fuel.
2. Check crankcase oil level, and start engine.
3. Check fuel system for fuel leaks.
Thank You
Thank you for purchasing the Classen Model SCHV-24,
SCHV-20, SCHV-18, SCHV-16, or SCHV-12 sod cutter.
Read This Manual
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate sod cut-
ter 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.
Measurements
U.S. units of measure are used in this manual.
Serial Numbers
Write frame and engine serial numbers, plus model num-
bers in “Owners Record” section below. Your dealer needs
these numbers when you order parts. The serial number is
located on a sticker on the center section of the frame.
Directions
“Right Hand” and “Left Hand” sides of the sod cutter are de-
termined by facing the back of the sod cutter as you would
operate the machine.
OWNER’S RECORD
Date Purchased
__________________________________________________________________________________
Sod Cutter Model Number
_________________________________________________________________________
Sod Cutter Serial Number
__________________________________________________________________________
Engine Model Number
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Engine Serial Number
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