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engine, shut the fuel shutoff valve, and disconnect the
spark plug before leaving the machine unattended for
any reason.
11. After striking objects or if an abnormal vibration
occurs:
A. Stop slicer blades
B. Stop on level ground
C. Disengage drive
D. Shift free wheel to neutral
E. Engage parking brake
F. Shut off engine
G. Shut off fuel shutoff valve
H. Disconnect spark plug wire
I. Inspect slicer blades
Make necessary repairs before resuming operations.
12. Keep hands and feet away from the slicer blades.
13. Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of
a clear path.
14. Never carry passengers.
15. Keep pets and bystanders away.
16. Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop slicer blades and
place machine in transport position.
17. Do not operate the machine under the infl uence of
alcohol or drugs.
18. Use care when loading or unloading the machine into
a trailer or truck.
19. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
20. Watch out for rocks, small tree stumps, sprinkler
heads, water shutoff plates, etc.
21. Operate the machine in a straight line to avoid damage
to the slicer blades.
22. To avoid serious burns, do not touch the engine or
muffl er while the engine is running or until everything
has cooled after the engine has been shut off.
23. Always keep both hands on the handle.
4.0 Maintenance and Storage
1. Before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing:
A. Stop slicer blades
B. Stop on level ground
C. Disengage drive
D. Shift free wheel to neutral
E. Engage parking brake
F. Shut off engine
G. Shut off fuel shutoff valve
H. Disconnect spark plug wire
2. Clean grass and debris from slicer blades, drives,
muffl ers, and engine to help prevent fi res. Clean up oil
or fuel spills.
3. Let engine cool before storing and do not store near
fl ame.
4. Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not
store fuel near fl ames or drain indoors.
5. Park machine on level ground. Never allow untrained
personnel to service machine.
6. Use jack stands to support components when
required.
7. Carefully release pressure from components with
stored energy.
8. Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire before
making any repairs. Disconnect the negative terminal
fi rst and the positive last. Reconnect positive fi rst and
negative last.
9. Use care when checking slicer blades. Wrap the
slicer blade(s) or wear gloves, and use caution when
servicing them.
10. Only replace slicer blades. Never straighten or weld
them.
11. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If
possible, do not make adjustments with the engine
running.
12. Keep all parts in good working condition and all
hardware tightened. Replace all worn or damaged
decals.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine
Honda GX270, recoil start.
Traction Drive
Hydro-Gear transaxle
Maximum Forward Speed
0 - 2 mph, variable.
Slicer Reel Drive
Clutch Brake driven with
V-belt.
Slicer Blades
10 hardened, high-carbon
steel, easily replaceable.
Seed Metering System
Heavy duty cable activated
overlapping, diamond and
round-shaped holes.
Seed Agitator
Ground-driven, rotor bar.
Seed Hopper
1-1/2 cubic feet,
approximately 45-lb. capacity.
Seed Types
Ryegrass, Bluegrass,
Bermuda grass, fescue and
Bentgrass.
Wheels and Tires
Steel wheels with 13-5 x 6
pneumatic tires.
Seeding/Dethatching Width
20 in.
Overall Width
33 in.
Weight
340 lbs.
SAFETY DECALS AND
LABELS
ATTENTION
To avoid premature
component failure,
raise front wheels
before engaging
blades.
ATENCIÓN
Para evitar la falla
prematura de los
componentes,
levante las ruedas
delanteras antes de
embragar las
cuchillas.
Se pueden producir lesiones
corporales graves si no se
sigue el procedimiento seguro
del operador.
Para evitar las lesiones:
A. Lea el manual del operador.
B. No opere la máquina sin
protecciones, cubiertas y
dispositivos de seguridad
colocados y en funcionamiento.
C. No opere la máquina cerca de
niños ni otras personas.
D. No opere esta máquina a menos
que esté capacitado.
E. Siga el procedimiento de
arranque:
i.
Embrague el freno de
estacionamiento.
ii. Mueva la palanca de rueda libre
para hacer desvíos.
iii. Asegúrese de que las palancas
de control de velocidad en
tierra estén en punto muerto.
iv. Coloque el interruptor del
motor en la posición ON
(Encendido).
v. Asegúrese de que el control de
cuchillas esté desembragado.
vi. Arranque el motor.
ATENCIÓN
Serious bodily injury may
result from failure to follow
safe operator procedure.
To avoid injury,
A. Read the operator’s manual.
B. Do not operate the machine
without guards, shields, and
safety devices in place and
working.
C. Do not operate the machine
when children and/or others
are around.
D. Do not operate this machine
unless you are trained.
E. Follow start procedure:
i. Engage parking brake.
ii. Move free wheel lever to
bypass
iii. Ensure ground speed
control levers are in
neutral.
iv. Turn ON engine switch.
v. Ensure blade control is
disengaged.
vi. Start engine.
CAUTION
Slicer Blade
Disengaged
Cuchilla Rebanadora
Desembragada
Slicer Blade
Engaged
Cuchilla Rebanadora
Ocupada
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Serious bodily injury may result from failure to follow safe
operator procedure.