Billy Goat SC120H Brush Cutter User Manual
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1. THANK YOU FOR SELECTING THE PowERFUL BILLY GOAT 500 CUTTER OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 370310 ENGINE H P ENGINE TYPE ENGINE CAPACITY ENGINE FUEL CAP ENGINE OIL CAP WEIGHT UNIT MAX ENGINE OPERATING SLOPE 15 UNIT SIZE MopEL SC120H SPECIFICATIONS 5 5 4 1 KW Gasoline HONDA GX 160 K1 5 5 hp 4 0 kW 3 0 qt 2 84L 0 66 qt 0 6 L 160 9 73 Kg 30 7 in x 16 5 in x 24 0 in 0 78 m x 0 42 m x 0 61 m F112003A OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SOD CUTTER MODEL SC120H FOREWORD This machine may only be utilized for the purpose for which it was designed i e agricultural use for the cutting of shoots grass and brushwood Any other use other than that stated not covered or deducible from this Manual and the enclosed Engine Manual is PROHIBITED Failure to comply with instructions in this Manual and in the Engine Manual re leases the manufacturer from all liability in particular for any damage resulting from improper or incorrect use through negligence superficial interpretation or fla grant disregard for the safety requirements herein Get your dealer to explain how to use the machine in optimum safety conditions Always perform the checks as prescribed herein before each work session with the machine Should any information given in the following pages be unclear or not straightfor ward please contact the manufacturer directly 1 USE OF THE MANUAL Th2. 72 370102 Nut 8 H 6 5 po gt o IN 5 73 370284 Dampener Vibration Internal Tube 12x10x28 gt 74 370285 Vibration Handle Support 30 12 28 79 370239 Sliding 1 84 370271 Pivot Axle Front 85 370218 Axle Front Complete 86 370276 Bushing Self Lubricating 16x20x22 87 370206 Tire Front Wheel T090700 88 370204 Tube Inner Front Wheel 89 370205 Rim Front wheel 90 370119 Washer Flat M8x32 91 370126 Screwcap M8x16 N INI N 35 86 66 15 69 19 56 81 69 1 IOA CaN Sai i ias 76 97 19 89 000 08 00 19 k L im I Mes LU OL SL 89 L9 36 PARTS LIST 3 6 5 370107 Lock M6 H6 1 7 370112Washer Flat M6 1 25 370136 Nut 8 H5 4 26 370272 Screw Stud M8x20 UNI 5911 4 27 370224 Control Blade Righthand 1 45 370157 Key 8x7x25 1 46 370177 Screw Allen M6 x 25 4 49 370128 5 6 x 14 1 51 370211 Pulley for shaft with eccentrics 1 52 370150 Nut M12 2 53 370197 Short XDV48 290 1 58 370124Washer Fl
3. 29 F112003A NOTES 370310 F112003A 30 L 09 87 29 UN XE ON O N S 4 9 y M S S T N F112003A 370310 3l PARTS LIST 1 6 1 370252Lever Control righthand 1 2 370257Knob 2 3 370253Lever Tightener lefthand 1 4 370178Screw M6x55 UNI 5931 2 5 370107Nut Lock 3 6 370255Lever Hand Accelerator 1 7 370112Washer Flat M6 1 8 370254 Accelerator 1 9 370148Nut Lock M6 H8 10 100 370281 Screwcap M10x 20 2 11 370256 Accelerator 1 14 _ 370186 5 guide 2 13 _ 3701435 10x25 C X F 2 14 370187 Cable guide 2 15 370274 1 16 370243 Lever 1 17 3702825 M6x45 1 18 3702835 M10x50 1 19 370149Nut Lock M10 1 20 370248 Support Lever Height adjustment 1 21 370110Washer Flat 8 9 22 3701265 8 16 3 23 370259 Fork 03216055 2 24 370260 Fork 2 28 370146Nut M10 2 29 370235Rod Height adjustment 1 34 370292Screwcap M8x16 1 35 3702291 Height adjustment 1 36 370275 Extension Height Adjustment Lever 1 37 370189 Knob 0 22 1 38 370125 Nut Lock M8 4 39 370280Plate Stopping Reverse Gear 1 40 370108Washer Flat M6x18 6 41 3
4. B1 BLADE CONTROL CABLE Make sure that there is no play between the upper end of the cable and the ad justment screw If there is or if the cable has stretched restore to ideal position us ing the relative adjustment screw Fig 5 ref A If adjustment using the relative screw proves ineffective the belts and hence the engine mounting must be adjusted To perform this operation refer to section 14C BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT of this manual B2 FORWARD CONTROL CABLE Make sure that there is no play between the upper end of the cable and the ad justment screw If there is or if the cable has stretched restore to ideal position us ing the relative adjustment screw Fig 5 ref A If adjustment using the relative screw proves ineffective the belts and hence the engine mounting must be adjusted To perform this operation refer to section 14 C BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT of this manual Fig 5 370310 F112003A 19 C BELT REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT Switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before carrying out any maintenance or repair work on the machine If a belt is worn or breaks it should be replaced as follows remove the metal guard fig 6 ref A by unscrewing and taking out the screws shown in figure 6 ref B and C C1 BLADE BELT Disconnect the connecting rod Fig 7 Ref B by removing the nut and loosening the screw that secure it to the arm Fig 7 Ref C Once the co
5. toxic substances 19 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Routine maintenance must be carried out as per the instructions given in this Man ual For any instances not covered herein and for technical assistance in general contact your dealer referring to the data given on the identification plate affixed to the machine The right reference will ensure swift precise answers For swift delivery of spare parts always quote the following information on the or der Machine model and serial number Part description and quantity required For assistance concerning the engine it is advisable to contact the service centre authorized by the engine manufacturer see engine manual supplied 20 WARRANTY Should a Billy Goat Machine fail due to a defect in material and or workmanship the owner should make a warranty claim as follows The Machine must be taken to the dealer from whom it was purchased or to an authorized Servicing Billy Goat Dealer The owner must present the remaining half of the Warranty Registration Card or if this is not available the invoice or receipt The Warranty Claim will be completed by the authorized Billy Goat Dealer and submitted to their respective Billy Goat Distributor for their territory Attention Service Manager Any parts replaced under warranty must be tagged and retained for 90 days The distributor service manager will sign off on the claim and submit it to Billy Goat for consideration The Technical Service
6. 13 370130 Screwcap M8x20 2 14 370266 Bracket Guard Support 1 15 370136Nut M8 H5 4 16 370181 Screw 5 16 x 3 4 mm 19 2 17 370214 Engine Sect 1 18 370119Washer Flat M8x32 1 19 370123Washer Wave 1 20 370173 Ring Radial elastic D 10 1 21 370117hRing Snap Internal 132 2 22 370219 Roll Tightening 2 23 370103 Screwcap M8x25 2 24 370116Bearing 12x32x10 6201 2RS 2 25 370221 Bushing Bearing 2 26 370223 Tensioner Belt 1 27 370101 Shim adjustment 12 2x24x0 8 1 28 370115 Bushing Self lubricating 2 29 3701271 M6 2 30 370220 2 31 370188 Clamp spacer 2 32 370246 Tensioner Belt Threaded 1 33 370273Screw Tensioner 1 34 370306 Screwcap M8 X 40 2 35 370270NNut Special 1 36 370265Bracket Guard Fixing 1 37 370184 Screwcap 5 16 24 x 5 8 1 38 370192Bracket Front 15x3 1 39 370112Washer Flat M6 3 40 370128 Screwcap M6 x 14 1 41 3702625 Cable Return 2 42 600115 Honda 5 5 GX160K1QX2 1 43 370174 Key 4 8x4 8x32 1 44 370222 Spacer 2 PARTS LIST 6 6 CONTINUED 46 370263 Spring Accelerator Return 1 47 370107 Nut Lock M6 H6 2 48 370307 Drum Wire Holder 1 49 370297 Nut M6 1 50 370308 Screwcap M6 X 18 1 45 370310 F112003A 46
7. Department at Billy Goat will study the claim and may request parts to be returned for examination Billy Goat will notify their conclusions to the distributor service manager from whom the claim was received The decision by the Quality Service department at Billy Goat to approve or reject a Warranty claim is final and binding Note To process a Warranty Claim it is necessary to quote the Model amp Serial Number which are printed on the Billy Goat Serial Plate See owner s manual 370310 F112003A 27 21 TROUBLESHOOTING The following table illustrates some problems which may arise during operation FAULT CAUSE ACTION Belt slips 1 Belttension inadequate 1 Adjustthe belt tension 2 Too great a working depth 2 Reduce working depth 3 Replace belt 3 Belt worn Machine vibrates excessively 1 Belt damaged 1 Replace belt 2 Blade bent or broken 2 Replace blade Engine overloads during work 1 Engine speed too low 1 Accelerate to maximum operations 2 Blade worn 2 Replace blade 3 Forward speed too high 3 Decrease the forward speed 4 Too great a working depth 4 Reduce the working depth 370310 28 F112003A FAULT CAUSE MEASURES TO BE TAKEN Engine sluggish at switch on 1 Accelerator in start up 1 Move the accelerator to the position intermediate position 2 Choke not closed 3 Petrol does not arrive 4 Air bubbles or water inside the petrol lines
8. commencing cutting operations read the safety instructions given in the previous sections 2 At first the setting of a relatively high cutting height is recommended using the relative lever in figure 2 ref A lowering it gradually according to working con ditions 3 Engage the blade clutch Fig 1 ref A only after having carried out the ma chine switch on and gear engagement operations 4 Before engaging the blade clutch Fig 1 ref A gradually move the accelera tor Fig 1 ref B until the required speed is reached WARNING Take great care because the blade moves at very high speed 5 Keeping blade movement engaged in reverse is prohibited 370310 F112003A 18 14 CHECKS Adjust the belt cable control tension after the first few working hours to compensate initial loosening Briefly operate all the machine s components to detect any abnormal noises or overheating During the initial running in period avoid heavy duty usage to encourage proper settling of the mechanical parts Never neglect maintenance operations after work and carry out all pre scribed checks regularly A TIRE PRESSURE Regularly check the tire pressure If both sets of tires are not inflated to average pressure the machine will tend to travel sideways during operation B CABLE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT To adjust the cables place the machine on flat ground switch off the engine and disconnect the wire from the spark plug
9. fuel filling operations Do not smoke during this operation Never fill the machine with fuel in an indoor ambient is advisable to use a wide funnel to prevent spillage of fuel on the engine and on other surfaces of the sod cutter If any fuel is spilled do not attempt to switch on the engine simply move the machine away from the area of spillage before switching on After filling up with fuel reposition and screw the fuel tank cap right down Do notrest the sod cutter or the fuel container in indoor environments with na ked flames d WORKING USE When working keep everyone at a minimum distance of 10 metres from the machine Keep the engine well ventilated and clog free materials and other residue to prevent damage to the engine and risk of fire Clean the cooling fan and fins regularly Clean the air filter at the same time as well Drive smoothly avoiding brusque starts braking and turns Take care not to touch the silencer when hot When reversing make sure there are no children or animals around Take care not to get caught up in the moving parts of the machine slipping belt causes abnormal noise smells overheating switch off the engine immediately and check the machine to prevent the outbreak of fire and damage to the transmission The blade is extremely dangerous Take great care during operation Do use feet or hands to push the machine down into the turf and do not allow any o
10. still damp When washing carefully cover and protect the electrical parts of the engine the carburetor the air filter and the exhaust from the water to prevent engine prob lems To clean the blade area a tool should be used stick of wood 17 SEASONAL LONG TERM STORAGE PERIODS To store the sod cutter for prolonged periods of non use proceed as follows Park the machine on flat firm clean ground Oil deposits on the ground where the machine is positioned may cause irrepa rable damage to the tires Disconnect the spark plug wire Clean the machine carefully as described in section 16 Cleaning the machine Make sure that all screws and nuts are fully tightened Retouch with paint any parts which have become exposed during use Store the machine in a clean dry place Empty the fuel tank following the instructions given in the engine manual Regularly check the tire pressure and adjust if necessary Lubricate all moving parts and have any necessary repairs to the machine car ried out 370310 F112003A 26 18 DECOMMISSIONING AND SCRAPPING After the working life of the sod cutter the user must have it dismantled and its components removed as per EEC directives or in accordance with current legisla tion in force in his country taking particular care over the dismantling of the fol lowing materials of environmental impact plastic parts rubber parts coated electric wiring petrol engine metal parts
11. 5 Thick oil prevents rotation 6 Winding or start mecha nism faulty 2 Close the choke when cold 3 Check the fuel tank and remove any water or sedi ment 4 Make sure that the feed cock is open 5 Check the lines and bands Repair or replace if dam aged 6 Use oil with a viscosity suited to the temperature 7 Spark plug in poor condi 7 Replace winding or start tion mechanism 8 Clean or replace spark plug Adjust the distance between the electrodes Poor power 1 No fuel 1 Refill tank with petrol 2 Air filter blocked 2 Clean air filter 3 Elastic bands worn 3 Replace elastic bands Engine stalls 1 No fuel 1 refill tank with petrol 2 feed cock 2 Feed cock shut off Exhaust fumes dark 1 Low grade fuel 1 Replace with high grade 2 Too much engine oil fuel 2 Restore engine oil to cor rect level Engine emits black smoke and power is poor Air filter blocked Choke not fully opened Clean air filter Open the choke completely Exhaust fumes bluish Too much engine oil Elastic bands worn 1 Restore engine oil to cor rect level 2 Replace elastic bands Silencer becomes red through 1 Air filter blocked 1 Clean air filter overheating 2 Inside self winding 2 Clean self winding starter starter blocked with grass housing cuttings For any problems not easily resolved or in case of doubt you are advised to contact your dealer 370310
12. 5 X 52 X 7 2 11 370114 Ring Snap Internal 152 2 12 370131 25x52x15 6205 2 13 370199 Gear Reduction crown 1 14 370180 DDowel M8x14 1 15 370196 Rear 1 16 370142 Shim adjustment 25x35x1 1 17 3702905 E25 1 52 370136NNut 8 H5 6 64 370170 Key 7x8x35 1 65 370121 Shim Adjustment 9 42x52x0 5 1 39 c 09 65 85 6 es 89 40 PARTS LIST 5 6 18 370182Plastic knob 12 1 19 370162ICap Plastic 1 20 370163Washer Fiber 1 21 3701595 Allen M 8 x 16 4 22 3702261 Engage disengage 1 23 3702645 Gear Fork 6x25 1 24 370160 1 25 370233 Fork Engage disengage 1 26 370161 Casing 1 27 370227 Fork pivot 1 28 370125 Lock 8 1 29 370201 Gear Reverse pinion 1 30 370164 5x5x18 1 31 370139 Bushing PCM 1020 12M 1 32 370165 Cylindrical 10x50 1 33 370202 Ist and reverse 1 34 370200 Reduction pinion 1 35 370133Bearing 15x35x11 6202 25 3 36 370104 Screwcap M8x18 4 37 370124 Flat M12x24 1 38 370123Washer Wave M8 2 39 370130 Screwcap 8 20 6 40 370198Belt Big 48 430 L443 1 41 370150NNut M12 1 42 370213 Cast iron prim 150 mm 1 43 370141 Self lubricating 1 44 3702095 Box righthand 1 45 370293 righthand 1 46 370240 Gasket Cover righ
13. 70118 Screwcap M8x25 2 42 370191 Bracket Rear 1 43 370250 Support Rear guard 1 44 370130Screwcap 8 20 4 47 370268 Guard Belt 1 48 370112Washer Flat 6 10 49 370128 Screwcap M6 x 14 10 50 370269 Guard Side lefthand 1 54 370267 Guard Support Frame 1 60 370129Nut Lock MS H6 5 6 62 370152Screw Crosshead MSx30 6 65 370144 Spring 13x25 1 32 PARTS LIST 1 6 CONTINUED 72 370102Nut8 H 6 5 370294 Adjuster M6 X 40 113 370295 Cable Control Brake 114 370296Bushing Sheath 115 3702971 M6 H4 D D amp N 5 QL Q9 34 PARTS LIST 2 6 21 370110 Washer Flat M8 23 370259 Fork 03216055 24 370260 Clip Fork 28 370146 Nut M10 30 370147 Screwcap M10x50 P F 31 370145 Washer wave M10 32 370228 Support Handle 33 370247 Nut Special for handle support 38 370125 Nut Lock M8 41 370118 Screwcap M8x25 44 370130 Screwcap M8x20 48 370112 Washer Flat M6 55 370236 Connection tie rod 56 370151 Pin Roll M30x2 5 57 370258 Pivot 10 59 370134 Screwcap M6x10 63 370111 Screw Button Head M8x12 64 370249 Quadrant Tooth Height 66 370251 Support Front guard 70 370215 Body Sod Cutter 71 370153 Dowel M8x16
14. ING THE MACHINE WARNING When using the machine for the first time it is advisable to get the feel of it by executing manoeuvres on flat ground free of foreign objects After switching on the engine following the instructions given in the previous para graph 1 Move the gear lever fig 2 ref C to the FORWARD position Warning If the gear engages difficulty partially engage the clutch for stant before trying to engage the gear again 2 Engage the blade control level using the relative lever Fig 1 ref A Warning Choose a cutting height suitable for the type of terrain the machine is to be used on 3 To move the machine accelerate and then engage the forward clutch using The relative lever Fig 1 ref C 4 To select a different gear the forward clutch and the blade clutch must first be disengaged by releasing their levers Fig 1 ref C and Fig 1 ref A Then select the desired FORWARD or REVERSE position FWD REV in fig 2 ref C using the gear lever Fig 2 ref then re engage the forward clutch control lever Fig 1 ref C to set the ma chine in motion again 5 To stop the blade release the relative lever Fig 1 ref A 6 To stop forward movement of the machine release the relative lever Fig 1 Then switch off the engine by moving the switch to the position O as shown in figure 1 ref l 13 CUTTING TIPS 1 Before
15. SION mechanical GEARS oil bath START recoil HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE HANDLEBARS TIRES front tires GARDEN 3 00 4 rear tires GARDEN 4 10 3 50 4 DIMENSIONS L xW x H mm 780 x 420 x 610 WEIGHT kg 73 ACOUSTIC PRESSURE measured according to DIR 98 37 EC 86 2 dBA ACOUSTIC POWER measured according to ISO 374 LWA 97 0 dBA VIBRATION LEVEL TRANSMITTED TO THE HANDLEBAR EN 1033 AW 7 8 m s Environmental conditions Unless otherwise stated at the time of ordering it is understood that the machine is to work normally in the environmental conditions covered by the following points Environmental conditions other than those described may cause mechanical breakage resulting in the creation of dangerous situations for persons ALTITUDE The altitude of the place in which the machine is to be used must not exceed 1500 m above sea level TEMPERATURE Minimum ambient temperature 5 Maximum ambient temperature 50 ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS The electrical equipment will function correctly in atmospheric conditions with a relative humidity up to 5096 at a temperature of 40 and at 90 with a tempera ture up to 20 C without condensate ATMOSPHERE WITH RISK OF EXPLOSION AND OR FIRE The standard machine herein described is not designed to work in explosive at mospheres or in those with risk of fire 4 LIFTING AND TRANSPORTATION 370310 F112003A All material is carefully checked by the manufacturer before s
16. a chine Oil recommendations The engine is supplied without oil Before starting up the engine fill with oil and check the oil level with the engine in a horizontal position Do not overfill Use of high grade detergent oil is recommended refer to the enclosed engine manual Fuel recommendations Use of fresh clean lead free petrol is advised WARNING IT IS ADVISABLE TO CONSULT THE ENGINE MANUAL BEFORE SWITCHING ON THE MACHINE 370310 F112003A 16 12 STARTING AND DRIVING THE SOD The machine can be switched on once all the aforementioned preliminary opera tions have been carried out Place the feed cock in the OPEN position direction shown by the arrow fig 4 Bring the choke to the CLOSED position for a cold start direction shown by the ar row Fig 4a Set the accelerator lever at the minimum position Grip the engine pull lead handle fig 4b and pull gently until you feel the bite then pull on the lead sharply to overcome the pressure prevent kickback and switch on the engine Repeat the procedure if necessary with the accelerator lever in INTERMEDIATE position Once the engine is running set the accelerator in the MINIMUM position and gently return the choke to the OPEN position Fig 4a Cleaning of the machine is recommended after use see the section Cleaning the machine Figura 4 RUBINETTO BENZINA S Figura 4 b CHIUSO CHIUSO 370310 F112003A 17 DRIV
17. at M12x24 2 61 370287 Screw Special 2 67 370138 Bearing 17x40x12 6203 2RS 4 68 370135 Shim adjustment 17x24x0 5 2 69 370232Bushing 1 75 370244 control Blade lefthand 1 76 370120Washer Split M6 1 77 370154 5 M6x85 1 78 370286 Plastic Connecting Rod 2 80 370217Rod Connecting 2 81 370155 Snap Internal E35 1 82 3701561 adjustment 35x45x0 5 2 83 370137Bearing 35x62x14 6007 2RS 2 92 370279 Cutting 1 93 370105 Nut M8 H8 4 94 370123 Washer Wave 4 95 370122 Snap Internal E17 2 96 370166Ring Snap Internal 140 2 97 3703095 1 98 370216 Shaft with eccentrics 1 99 370212 locking hub 1 100 370231 5 4 101 370261 Pad Rubber 2 102 3702985 Hook 1 103 370299 Screw Button M6 X 16 2 104 370297 Nut M6 H4 2 105 370300 Brake 1 106 370301 5 X 14 3 107 370302Clamp 7 X 20 1 108 370127 Nut M6 1 109 370303 Brake 1 110 370173 Radial elastic D 10 1 2 111 370304 Bushing Self Lock 37 0 69 GD ED GD 09 38 PARTS LIST 4 6 1 370126Screwcap M8x16 6 2 370110Washer Flat M8 6 3 370194 Rear wheel 2 4 370277 Tube Inner Rear Wheel 2 5 370278 Rear 2 6 370195 Hub wheel 2 7 370158 Elastic 10x40 2 8 370288 Cover Dust 2 9 370289Felt protection 2 10 370305Ring Seal 2
18. ements and protection devices are in place and that the affixed notices are legible Then Make sure that the wheel fixing bolts have been tightened fully Secure all blade nuts and fixing bolts to prevent their loss during work opera tions Replace any old or worn blades The cover Fig 1 ref F should be moved for any reason whatsoever while the machine is in use When switching on the engine check the position of the various control levers see the section on Controls and adjustments 370310 F112003A 12 Supervise the clothing of personnel operating the machine a long sleeved jacket with close fitting cuffs long close fitting trousers heavy duty footwear and a protective cap or helmet should be worn Avoid wearing loose tailed clothing unbuttoned jackets or torn undone or partially zipped up items to pre vent them from being caught up in the moving parts Safety goggles and ear protection devices must be worn Safety gloves must also be worn during machine operation and maintenance Do not switch on and operate the sod cutter in enclosed areas since the engine gives off carbon monoxide fumes that are colourless odourless tasteless and extremely dangerous Take care when handling fuel Fuel is highly flammable and its vapours explo sive Only use an approved container Take care not to remove fuel caps or top up the tank with the engine running Allow the engine to cool before proceeding with
19. f there is no such play restore it immediately since the brake will not stop the machine once the forward control lever is released Make sure that the front part of the brake in direct contact with the pulley Fig 9 Ref D is not worn If so replace it E CHECKING AND REPLACING THE BLADE Always check the state of the blade before commencing work Do not forget to switch the engine off During work operations if the blade Fig 10 ref A Strikes stones or stumps stop straightaway and make sure that it has not become bent or broken A damaged blade must be replaced the blade is very worn cracked or bent it may snap and project objects outwards risking serious accident Use heavy duty work gloves to check or replace the blade to avoid risk of in jury to hands The blade fixing screws and relative nuts are also subject to wear Always replace them at the same time as the blade using bolts and screws of the same strength and type The blade wears more quickly on dry sandy ground In these conditions it should be replaced more frequently To remove the blade proceed as follows 1 Switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire 2 Adjust the cutting height to maximum 3 Check the state of the blade Check that the blade is not cracked bent excessively worn or broken 370310 F112003A 23 FiG 10 15 AND STORAGE All operations the machine must be carried out exclus
20. fety systems and guards 11 Operations to be carried out before switching 12 Starting and driving the sod cutter 13 Cutting tips 14 Checks A Tire pressure B Cable control adjustment C Belt replacement and adjustment D Checking and replacing the blade E Service brake checking 15 Maintenance and storage 16 Cleaning the machine 17 Seasonal long term storage periods 18 Decommissioning and scrapping 19 Technical assistance 20 Warranty 21 Troubleshooting DISSI Dg cs 370310 F112003A 2 NOTICES THE MACHINE In this Manual all safety information appears in special boxes headed WARNING WARNING This heading is used to draw the user s attention to hazardous areas or moving parts of the machine It is also used in instances where failure to comply with the instructions given may result in injury to persons and animals or damage to property The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm The symbols affixed to the machine serve to warn of danger during its use and maintenance It is vitally important to understand the meaning of the danger notices and all mes sages should be kept in legible condition In the instance of wear these notices should be replaced and use of the machine suspended while without such notices The operator is advised to observe the warnings given on the affixed notices The s
21. he ramps must not ex ceed 15 WARNING EXERCISE CAUTION WITH GRADIENTS Danger of machine overturning Given its outdoor use it is advisable not to use the sod cutter when it is raining The area next to the engine exhaust may reach high temperature WARNING Danger of burns Do not go near water fountains or precipices and do not cross narrow bridges during work operations to prevent the risk of falling not work on steep banks instance of difficulty or emergency stop simply release the forward clutch control and blade movement levers and return the gear lever to neutral position Work on flat ground for the utmost safety E AFTER usE Before moving away from the machine place the gear lever in neutral see fig 2 ref and switch off the engine by moving the switch Fig 1 ref l to the 0 position For greater safety shut off the feed cock Fig 4 370310 F112003A 14 9 OF THE MACHINE LOADING AND UNLOADING FROM A VEHICLE For transportation it is preferable to use a vehicle with an open bed Choose firm flat ground Switch off the vehicle s ignition put into reverse gear pull on the hand brake and block the tires with chocks to prevent accidental movement of the vehicle Do not stand in front of the machine Firmly hook the loading ramps onto the vehicle bed Use stable load ramps with a non slip surface stro
22. hipping The sod cutter is delivered in a cardboard box with the handlebars and end part of the cutting height adjustment lever disassembled Upon receipt of the machine make sure that it has not been damaged during transit and that the packaging has not been tampered or any parts removed Report any damage or missing parts immediately to the carrier and the manufacturer with photographic documentation After assembling the handlebars and the end part of the cutting height adjustment lever as per the instructions given in paragraph 7 of this manual the machine may be moved on its own wheels The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused by transportation of the ma chine after its delivery WARNING Extreme care must be taken during handling to prevent overturning Avoid steep gradients to prevent loss of control Make sure that there are no persons present within the danger area 370310 F112003A 5 MAIN PARTS OF THE MACHINE The machine consists of the following main parts A _ Blade clutch control lever B _ Accelerator control lever C Forward clutch control lever D Cutting height adjustment lever E GX 160 engine F _ Cover G Blade H Forward neutral reverse gear selector lever On off switch 1 0 Figure 1 A B C D E 77276 lt G 370310 F112003A 6 CONTROL AND ADJUSTMENTS A BLADE CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER This is used to engage and disengage the blade mo
23. is Manual consists of numbered pages and enclosures featured in the list of con tents Before operating the machine the user must read the instructions in the Operator s Manual carefully as well as those of the Engine Manual enclosed Use of the sod cutter by more than one operator individually means that they must have carefully read the Operator s Manual and the Engine Manual before us ing it The aforementioned manuals form an integral part of the machine and must there fore be kept intact and in good condition in a known easily accessible place for the entire working life of the machine even if the sod cutter is passed on to an other owner The purpose of these manuals is to provide the information necessary for the safe and competent use of the product In the instance of wear or purely for a greater technical working knowledge the manufacturer may be contacted di rectly The Notes Section at the end of the Sod cutter Manual is for the addition of any complementary notes 370310 F112003A Contents the SOD Manual Use of the Manual Notices on the machine Technical data Lifting and transportation Main parts of the machine Controls and adjustments Assembly instructions for the handlebars and end part of the cutting height adjustment lever Safety information a General instructions b Training c Preparation d Working use e Service brake checking 9 Transportation of the machine 10 Description of the sa
24. ively by authorized personnel Always switch off the engine when checking adjusting or servicing the ma chine Allow the machine to cool down before inspection The cover Fig 1 ref F must always be correctly installed and intact If it be comes damaged have it repaired before the machine is used again Make sure that all the guards of rotating and moving parts are in place For greater safety when replacing the blade replace all the fixing screws and nuts at the same time as described in section 14 point D Inspect the fuel lines These should be replaced if damaged or after a maxi mum of three years along with the fixing bands Old lines may leak fuel Check and regularly adjust the forward clutch control blade clutch control and accelerator Cover the machine with a sheet after the engine and silencer have cooled down It is strictly forbidden to place leave unattended on the sod cutter any potentially dangerous objects which may put the safety of persons or the machine at risk Keep the machine in a good clean state do not leave it outside exposed to in clement weather conditions After use store the machine in a place where children have no access Always allow the machine to cool down before putting it away 370310 F112003A 24 After use store the machine place where fuel vapours cannot reach na ked flame or sparks Inthe instance of long period of non use drain the fuel tank completely U
25. lect the required gear only after disengaging the forward clutch by releasing the relative lever fig 1 ref C 370310 F112003A 10 6 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE HANDLEBARS AND PART OF THE CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER The sod cutter is delivered with the handlebars and the end part of the cutting height adjustment lever disassembled Remove the cardboard packaging to be disposed of in an appropriate manner in accordance with current regulations in force To assemble proceed as follows Lift the handlebar Fig 3 Rif C and insert it in the supports shown in Fig 3 rif E Select the required cutting height and secure the setting using the screws provided Fig 3 ref D Fit the end part of the cutting height adjustment lever Fig 3 Ref A into its relative support Fig 3 ref F and secure using the screw provided Fig 3 Ref B Before switching on ensure that the machine has been fully assembled cor rectly 370310 F112003A 11 8 SAFETY INFORMATION Before using the sod cutter it is essential that the operator has understood the warnings do s and don ts and precautionary measures given in this manual and in the engine manual the prevention of injury to the operator third parties animals or objects directly depends on observance of these instructions A GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Use of the sod cutter for purposes other than those envisaged is strictly prohib ited Climbing aboard and o
26. ne to stand either in front of the machine or in its direction of travel WARNING During operation the lawn and turf are cut into strips Should the cut ters wheels skid during use it is advisable to adjust the cutting height using the special lever Fig ref A If this operation does not prevent this occurrence check the state of the terrain If it is too dry it should be wetted so that the blade encoun ters a slight resistance thus making cutting operations easier 370310 F112003A 13 WARNING When working stony obstacle riddled area try to remove as many objects as possible before commencing cutting Then work at a greater cut ting height than usual WARNING Stones and other objects may be thrown outwards in direction of the opera tor or of other persons in the vicinity Keep at a safe distance from persons animals and objects the cutting mechanism accidentally comes into contact with an object stump or stone switch off the engine and carry out the following opera tions Inspect the damage Do not attempt to repair it if unskilled to do so Check that no parts have come loose Do not use the machine if it does not work properly or is broken seek author ized service strictly prohibited to leave the sod cutter running whilst unsupervised It is strictly prohibited to transport the machine with the engine running When loading the machine onto a vehicle the inclination of t
27. ng enough to take the weight of the machine The inclination of the ramps must not exceed 15 Recommended length at least 3 times the vehicle bed s height from the ground Recommended width to be chosen according to the tyre width of the machine Proceed with the loading of the machine manoeuvring it carefully Set the ac celerator lever at minimum Fig 1 ref B and using the lever as shown in figure 2 ref C engage the forward gear for loading or the reverse gear for unloading During loading unloading operations on the ramps avoid operating the blade clutch Fig 1 ref A And the gear lever Fig 1 ref H because such actions may prove extremely dangerous Line the front wheels up with the centre of the loading ramps Take care when the machine passes from the loading ramps to the vehicle bed because a shift in balance occurs loaded turn off the engine using the relative switch Fig 1 ref 1 make sure that the service brake has automatically come into operation upon release of the forward clutch control lever fig 1 ref C block the machine wheels us ing chocks and firmly tie the machine to the vehicle 370310 F112003A 15 10 DESCRIPTION OF THE SAFETY AND SYSTEMS WARNING The safety devices must never be tampered with It is necessary to understand how they work safeguard their efficiency and correct operation In the instance of doubt prob lems or malfunction contact y
28. nnecting rod has been disconnected the belt can be slipped off Fig 7 Ref A by manually turning the relative lower pulley anticlockwise Fig 7 Ref D To fit the new belt follow the procedure in the reverse order Afterwards check that the belt is correctly positioned by using the relative blade control lever When this lever is lowered and the belt is at maximum tension the distance between the belt and the relative belt guides Fig 7 Ref E should be approximately 2 mm Then make sure that the belt works properly by tugging lightly on the self winding starter cable with the engine switched off and the spark plug wire disconnected If everything is working properly the pulley will turn on the engine but will not engage the belt If the belt engages push the engine back slightly towards the rear of the machine in the direction of the handlebars until the belt is in the correct position C2 FORWARD CONTROL BELT Remove the blade control belt following the instructions given in the preceding paragraph Remove the blade Fig 1 Ref G following the instructions provided in the section entitled Blade removal and replacement Then remove the forward control belt from the lower pulley by turning the belt anticlockwise Fig 8 Ref A e B To fit the new belt follow the procedure in the reverse order Afterwards check that the belt is positioned and working correctly using the relative forward control lever When this lever i
29. our dealer FORWARD CONTROL AND BLADE MOVEMENT LEVERS When released both of these levers instantly disengage the transmission con nected to them In this way they act as safety devices In the instance difficulty or sudden emergency the quick release of these levers will return them to their standard position raised COVER The cover Fig 1 point F partially protects the machine from any projected objects and contact with the moving blade Use of the machine without the said cover is strictly probhited The cover should only be removed when replacing belts with the machine switched off 11 OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BEFORE SWITCHING ON Position the sod cutter outdoors on sufficiently firm flat soil Read the instructions provided by the engine manufacturer the relative manual and follow them care fully to prevent situations arising which may endanger either persons or the ma chine WARNING NEW MACHINES STRAIGHT FROM THE FACTORY DO NOT HAVE ANY ENGINE Then check The state of the blade by inspecting them That all the screws are tightened particularly those securing the blade That the guards and safety devices are securely tightened Before switching on the sod cutter make sure that there are no persons in the vi cinity During operation do not allow persons near the machine especially children The operator is responsible for any harm done persons in the working area of the m
30. r riding on the sod cutter is strictly prohibited Tampering with the safety systems and guards is strictly prohibited Modifications to devices components not envisaged by the manufacturer are strictly prohibited The electrical parts of the engine must be protected at all times B TRAINING Read the Operator s Manual and the Engine Manual before using the machine Use of the machine by minors under the age of 16 years or by persons without the necessary psychological and physical capabilities is forbidden Do not use the machine near other persons or within enclosed areas The placing of hands other parts of the body and clothing in the moving parts of the machine is prohibited It is forbidden to approach the moving parts Before carrying out any inspection or servicing operations make sure that the engine has been switched off and the spark plug wire removed C PREPARATION Make sure that the working area around the machine is free of obstacles and has sufficient lighting Before switching the engine make sure there are no persons animals or ve hicles in the vicinity Before switching on the engine make sure that both engagement levers for ward clutch control lever Fig 1 ref C and blade clutch control lever Fig 1 ref A Are in the disengaged position released then place the gear lever in neutral see Fig 2 ref C Before switching on the machine make sure that the screws fixing el
31. s lowered and the belt is at maximum tension the distance between the belt and the relative belt guides Fig 8 Ref C should be approximately 2 mm Then make sure that the belt works properly by tugging lightly on the self winding starter cable with the engine switched off and the spark plug wire disconnected If everything is working properly the pulley will turn on the engine but will not engage the belt If the belt engages push the engine back slightly towards the rear of the machine in the direction of the handlebars until the belt is in the correct position 370310 F112003A 20 2 6 s I a d em u TAS TE 13 aar 2 Fig 6 A Z 77 V p 7 SS Ss V Kb gt cf lt S D OP Io 9 VARY 0 AD Pun SOUS 200 Doo 5 BR ERA D C B D Fig 7 F112003A 370310 21 C gt SS Fig 8 9 370310 F112003A 22 D SERVICE CONTROL LEVER The service brake Fig 9 Ref A is connected to the forward control lever Fig 1 Ref C With the forward control lever released and the brake engaged ensure that there is play of approximately 2 or 3 mm between the adjustment screw and the brake cable Fig 9 Ref B and C WARNING I
32. se of the machine does not require specific lighting However the recommended minimum amount of light e g 200 lux to be able to read the notices on the machine and to operate it without running risks caused by poor light CHECKING AND REPLACING THE TRANSMISSION OIL Check the transmission oil level using the relative oil level screw fig 11 ref C If oil leaks out upon removal of this screw then there is enough of it in the transmis sion If not remove the filling cap shown in fig 11 ref A then top up with SAE 90 The oil should be replaced after the first 20 hours of use and after this every 100 working hours Remove the drainage cap shown in fig 11 ref B and allow all the oil to run out After refitting the drainage cap fill the transmission from the filling cap with SAE 90 transmission oil Refit the lid securely to prevent any leakage of oil Fig 11 370310 F112003A 25 16 CLEANING THE MACHINE Proceed the following order Switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire Clean the engine and the outside of the machine with a cloth soaked in a little oil Clean all parts of the machine particularly the starting unit air filter exhaust and carburetor It is advisable to follow the instructions given the engine manual Clean the inside of the belt guard fig 1 ref F with a blast of compressed air To clean the blade fig 1 ref G wash with a jet of water straight after use while
33. thand 1 47 3701680 17x40x7 1 48 370166 Snap Internal 140 1 49 370179 17x40x14 62203 2851 1 50 370203 Pinion Primary 1 51 370245 5 Rod 1 53 370207 1 54 370242 Cover 1 55 370190 Metal 1 56 370183 M6x8 1 57 370185Washer fiber M6x10 1 58 370167Pin Cylindrical 8x18 2 59 3701095 Button Head M8x16 1 60 370140Bushing Self lubricating PCM 252820 B 1 61 370210 Support Box lefthand 1 62 370208 Cover 1 41 PARTS LIST 5 6 CONTINUED 63 3701710 108 8 73 x 1 78 1 66 3702918 Stud UNI 5911 6 67 370241 Gasket Cover lefthand 10 69 370230 Left 1 70 370169 Cylindrical 6x35 1 42 6 ov 6 177 28 Y X gt gt 62 82 LO 8 N gt 02 m NE wf T 2 43 PARTS LIST 6 6 1 370193Shim Engine 20x6 2 2 370110Washer Flat M8 8 3 370234 Engine 1 4 370172 TTQST 8x40 4 5 370175Washer Toroidal M24 4 6 370125Nut Lock M8 2 7 370126 5 8 16 2 8 370238 Guide Belt No 1 1 9 370113 Washer Flat M5 5 10 370106 Screw Allen M5x8 5 11 370237 Guide Belt 1 12 370176 Dowel 8 35 1
34. vement Lowering the lever engages the clutch and releasing it disengages the clutch WARNING The blade will continue to move if the engine is running and the blade clutch is engaged regardless of the position of the forward clutch B ACCELERATOR CONTROL LEVER This is used to adjust the number of engine revolutions according to the operations to be carried out Hence at switch on the lever will be positioned on the minimum setting whilst during work operations it will be positioned as required by use C FORWARD CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER This lever only has two positions engage and disengage Lowering the lever engages the clutch and releasing it disengages the clutch This lever automatically operates the service brake when released the lever engages the brake when engaged the lever disengages the brake Fig 2 MARCIA FOLLE RETRO AVANTI MARCIA 370310 F112003A D CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER This lever serves to adjust the cutting height according to the type of terrain and the thickness of the turf to be cut Fig 2 Ref A F COVER The cover Fig 1 ref F prevents any contact with the moving parts of the machine Use of the machine without the said cover is strictly prohibited ON SWITCH Two position switch 1 for starting the engine 0 for switching off the engine L FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE GEAR SELECTOR LEVER This lever selects the gear forward neutral reverse WARNING Se
35. ymbols affixed to the machine serving to warn of danger during its use and maintenance are as follows YS WARNING EXPLOSIVE FUEL STOP ENGINE AND ALLOWTO COOL BEFORE REFUELING J 400268 Label Hot Engine Qty 1 KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY 400424 Label Warning Qty 2 370310 F112003A DAE PEL 44 THROTTLE CONTROL 370302 Label Controls Instruction Qty 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SOIL SHOULD DAMP WHEN CUTTING 800 1 LOWER CUT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER TO DESIRED DEPTH THIS WILL RAISE THE REAR WHEELS OFF OF THE GROUND 2 MOVE TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER INTO DRIVE POSITION 3 ENGAGE CUTTING BLADE HAND CONTROL AND ALLOW BLADE TO CUT INTO THE TURF UNTIL THE REAR WHEELS ARE RESTING THE GROUND 4 ENGAGE THE WHEEL DRIVE HAND CONTROL BEGIN FORWARD MOTION 5 RELEASE BOTH HAND CONTROLS TO STOP THE CUTTER AT THE END OF THE CUT RAISE THE BLADE DEPTH CONTROL LIFT THE BLADE OUT OF THE GROUND T ENGAGE BOTH HAND CONTROLS ALLOW THE BLADE CUT THROUGH THE 800 BEFORE OPERATING USE PERSONAL PROTECTION 370300 Label Instructions Qty 1 3 TECHNICAL DATA FOR THE SOD CUTTER 120 370310 F112003A Gasoline HONDA GX 160 ENGINE CAPACITY 5 5 4 0 CUTTING WIDTH 12 30 CUTTING HEIGHT adjustable to 35 5 GEARS 1 forward gear 1 reverse gear TRANSMIS
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