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MAINTENANCE
TO KEEP THE TURF RAKE / SEEDER IN
GOOD OPERATING CONDITION, PERFORM
THE FOLLOWING:
•
When replacement parts are required, use
genuine Classen parts or parts with equivalent
characteristics including type, strength, and
material. Failure to do so may result in product
malfunction and possible injury to the operator and/
or bystanders.
•
Keep all safety decals legible. Remove all grease,
dirt and debris from decals. Any safety decal that
becomes illegible should be replaced immediately
(see ‘Safety Decals” section). Safety decals can be
affixed by peeling off the backing and applying to
clear, dry surface. Smooth
out to remove any air bubbles.
•
Do not operate equipment without shields in place.
•
Do not make any adjustments or perform any
maintenance while the engine is running.
•
Check engine mounting bolts frequently to maintain
proper tightness.
•
Thoroughly clean off blades when application is
completed and apply a light coat of oil to prevent
rust on blades.
•
Keep belt free of oil and dirt.
•
Check for worn or deteriorating components that
could create a hazard. When new components
are installed, be sure that current safety decals
are affixed to the replaced components. Safety
decals can be affixed by peeling off the backing
and applying to clear, dry surface. Smooth out to
remove any air bubbles.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE:
•
Refer to engine manufacturer’s
Owner’s Manual.
•
Check engine oil level with engine resting in a level
position.
•
Inspect air filter element and replace if necessary.
•
If carburetor adjustment is necessary, stand to one
side and keep feet and hands clear while making
adjustments.
CARE FOR HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
To keep the hydraulic system in working order, there are
a few steps needed to take place. If synthetic oil were
used we would suggest a full synthetic oil such as
Mobil 1
15W50, Quaker State Full Synthetic 5W50
, or a similar
oil.
CARE FOR HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (cont.)
Oil viscosity is very important to transmission life. For
optimum performance the oil viscosity should maintain a
viscosity of 13 cSt [70 SUS]. The minimum oil viscosity
to prevent component wear is 9 cSt [55 SUS]. These
Viscosity requirements are for an oil temperature of 110
degrees Celsius [230 degrees Fahrenheit] Typically;
standard SEA 20W-50 multi-viscosity motor oils will meet
this requirement. If the operating temperature is elevated
then synthetic oil with greater viscosity index, or more
viscosity at elevated temperatures, may be needed to meet
viscosity requirements.
System Start-up: (purging air from system). Factory Fills
unit with SAE 20W-50 multiviscosity motor oil. This will
need to be checked when setting up with instructions
below.
At system start-up, several things need to be accomplished
to ensure a properly running system.
1. Fill the BDU case and expansion level and ensure
they do not empty during the
following procedure.
2. Start engine and increase throttle to at least 2/3
speed.
3. Open bypass valve by depressing bypass plunger and
holding.
4. Adjust control linkage such that transmission control is
stroking
full forward.
5. Move and hold control in forward for
3 seconds; repeat two additional times.
6. Close bypass valve be releasing
bypass plunger.
7. With engine still at same speed,
repeat step 5.
8. Move control to neutral.
9. Check engine speed. Adjust to recommended
maximum engine speed.
10. Adjust neutral position.
11. Adjust forward control stop to recommended axle
speed.
12. Adjust reverse control stop to recommended axle
speed.
13. If axle speed is not achieved ensure linkage allows
proper movement of transmission control.
14. If transmission control lever is rotating fully but
recommended axle speed is not achieved, repeat
start-up procedure.
15. Refill expansion tank oil to recommended level.
