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when starting the slicer stresses components and may result
in premature parts failure.
1. Select the desired slicing depth and seed fl ow rate.
2. Push down on the center of the handle to lift the front
wheels off the ground.
3. Pull the slicer control lever back to the handlebar and
hold to start the slicer reel.
4. Release the pressure on the handlebar and slowly
lower the front of the unit to the ground.
5. Move the seed control lever to the open position.
6. Select the desired forward speed with the forward
ground speed control lever.
M. Guidelines for the Application of Seed
1. Operate the unit in a straight line.
2. Before reaching the end of the fi rst pass, use the
forward ground speed control lever to slow the unit,
close the seed fl ow lever and press down on the
handlebar to lift the rotating slicer reel out of the
ground.
NOTE:
The slicer reel will not stop rotating unless the
slicer control lever is released.
3. Turn the unit around 180 degrees and align it for a
proper overlap.
4. Release pressure on the handlebar and slowly lower
the front of the unit.
5. Move the seed fl ow lever to the open position and
start the second pass, resuming normal operating
speed.
NOTE:
For best results, renovate each area in two
directions, 90 degrees apart (See illustration above),
at 1/2 the total seeding rate.
6. When renovating an area surrounded by walkways or
driveways, make at least two complete passes around
the perimeter. This will provide enough room to make
turns at the end of each pass without the slicer blades
contacting concrete or asphalt.
MAINTENANCE AND
STORAGE
Warning: Avoid Injury! Disconnect
the spark plug before performing any
maintenance.
A. General Maintenance
1. Refer to the engine owner’s manual furnished with the
unit for complete maintenance instructions for the
engine.
2. Do not tamper with the engine’s governor settings.
They are factory set to provide the proper maximum
engine speed.
3. If the unit must be tipped up on its side for
maintenance, fi rst drain the fuel from the fuel tank and
the oil from the engine’s crankcase.
4. Be careful not to spill oil on the drive belts.
B. Daily Maintenance After Spreading
1. Park the unit outside the storage facility with the
engine shut off.
2. Disconnect the spark plug wire and close the fuel
shutoff valve.
3. Permit the machine to cool.
4. Clean the machine, under the frame, and around
slicer blades.
5. Check all of the slicer blades. Check that the blade
axle bearing bolts are tight. See “Replacing Slicer
Blades” on page 14.
6. Check the engine oil level, fuel level, and air cleaner
(See engine manual for instructions)
7. Place the unit in locked storage to avoid tampering or
use by an untrained operator.
8. Check that all fasteners are tight.
C. Maintenance Every 100 Hours
NOTE: Service more frequently under severe operating
conditions.
1. Check the condition and tension on all belts.