Billy Goat SC121H User's Manual
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1. 005 370107 NUT LOCK M6 H6 1 016 370243 LEVER 1 017 370282 SCREWCAP M6X45 P F 1 021 370110 WASHER FLAT 8 2 023 370259 FORK 03216055 2 024 370260 CLIP FORK 1 028 370146 NUT M10 1 030 370147 SCREWCAP M10X50 P F 4 031 370145 WASHER WAVE M10 4 032 370228 SUPPORT HANDLE 2 033 370247 NUT SPECIAL FOR HANDLE SUPPORT 2 034 370292 SCREWCAP M8X16 1 035 370425 LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1 036 370275 EXTENSION HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER 1 037 370189 GRIP 0 22 1 038 370125 NUT LOCK M8 2 041 370118 SCREWCAP M8X25 1 044 370130 SCREWCAP M8X20 2 048 370112 WASHER FLAT M6 1 055 370236 CONNECTION TIE ROD 1 056 370151 PIN ROLL M30X2 5 1 057 370258 PIVOT 10 1 059 370134 SCREWCAP M6X10 1 063 370111 SCREW BUTTON HEAD M8X12 4 064 370424 QUADRANT TOOTH HEIGHT 1 065 370144 SPRING 13X25 1 066 370251 SUPPORT FRONT GUARD 1 070 370215 BODY SOD CUTTER 1 071 370153 DOWEL M8X16 2 072 370102 NUT 8 H 6 5 3 073 370284 DAMPENER VIBRATION INTERNAL TUB 12X10X28 4 074 370285 DAMPENER VIBRATION HANDLE SUPPORT 30X12X28 4 079 370239 BLOCK SLIDING BELT No 1 1 084 370271 PIVOT AXLE FRONT 1 085 370218 AXLE FRONT COMPLETE 1 086 370276 BUSHING SELF LUBRICATING 16X20X22 2 087 370206 TIRE FRONT WHEEL T090700 2 088 370204 TUBE INNER FRONT WHEEL 2 089 370401 FRONT STEEL WHEEL 3 00 2 090 370119 WASHER FLAT M8X32 2 091 370126 SCREWCAP M8X16 2 116 370402 RETAINER CAP 4 117 370403 ROLLER CAGE BEARING 22. OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 370406 F103104A 370406 F103104A 2 ON cx 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 SOD CUTTER MANUAL CONTENTS USE OF THE an G KE ilna page 4 NOTICES ON THE MACHINE as page 5 TECANICALDATA u au Xi EN ta yay un page 7 LIFTING AND TRANSPORTATION ramus unu parra page 8 MAIN PARTS OF THE MACHINE ii page 9 CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS ee page 10 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE HANDLEBARS AND END PART OF THE CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER page 11 SAFETY INFORMATION A GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS sense sue page 12 B TRAINING uuu sn ki tes page 12 p PREPARATION u uuu uuu a page 12 p WORKING 13 AFTER USE see een page 15 TRANSPORTATION OF THE page 15 DESCRIPTION OF THE SAFETY SYSTEMS AND GUARDS page 16 OPERATIONS TO BE CARRIED OUT BEFORE SWITCHING ON page 16 STARTING AND DRIVING THE TURF CUTTER page 17 CUTTING TIPS Pc 19 CHECKS A TYRE PRESSURE get 19 CABLE CONTROLADJUSTMENT 19 C BELT REPLACEMENTANDADJUSTMENT page 20 D SERVICE BRAKE CHECKING cias page 21 E
3. 118 370426 LOCKING LEVER 1 119 370427 PLASTIC KNOB 10 1 120 370123 WASHER WAVE M8 1 121 370428 NUT M5 2 122 370429 SCREWCAP M5x14 1 123 370262 SPRING CABLE RETURN 1 124 370430 SCREWCAP M5x20 1 125 370136 NUT M8 H5 2 126 370431 HEIGHT ADJUST ASSY 1 370406 33 F103104A BL 08 56 96 19 000 LOU 00 9s 19 God Fol Eo e 900 m N 160 LOL 18 28 p UE at i LN NC 69 19 89 LL 9L SL 89 L9 sol L Bob 86 66 15 96 L9 S6 BL ES 00 pm e Qe T 86 001 08 LOD ol 19 F103104A 34 370406 PARTLIST 316 005 370107 NUT LOCK M6 H6 1 007 370112 WASHER FLAT M6 1 025 370136 NUT M8 H5 4 026 370407 WASHER GROWER U 1751 8 4 027 370501 ARM CONTROL BLADE RIGHT 1 045 370157 KEY 8X7X25 1 046 370177 SCREW ALLEN M6 X 25 4 049 370128 SCREWCAP M6X14 1 051 370211 PULLEY FOR SHAFT WITH ECCENTRICS 1 052 370150 NUT M12 2 053 370197 BELT SHORT XDV48 290 1 058 370124 WASHER FLAT M12X24 2 061 370287 SCREW SPECIAL 2 067 370138 BEARING 17X40X12 6203 2RS 4 068 370135 SHIM ADJUSTMENT 17X24X0 5 2 069 370232 BUSHING 1 075 370502 ARM CONTROL BLADE LEFT 1 076 370120 WASHER SPLIT M6 1 077 370154 SCREWCAP M6X85 P F 1 078 370286 COVER PLASTIC CONNECTING ROD 2 0
4. AND GUARD SYSTEMS WARNING The safety devices must never be tampered with It is necessary to understand how they work and safeguard their efficiency and correct operation In the instance of doubt problems or malfunction contact your dealer FORWARD CONTROL AND BLADE MOVEMENT LEVERS When released both of these levers instantly disengage the transmission connected to them In this way they act as safety devices In the instance of 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 turf cutter outdoors on sufficiently firm flat soil Read the instructions provided by the engine manufacturer in the relative manual and follow them carefully to prevent situations arising which may endanger either persons or the machine WARNING New machines straight from the factory do not have any engine oil 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 turf cutter m
5. 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 strikes stones or stumps stop straightaway and make sure that it has not become bent or broken A damaged blade must be replaced Ifthe blade is very worn cracked or bent it makes snap and projects objects outwards risking serious accident Use heavy duty work gloves to check or replace the blade to avoid risk of injury 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 Figure 10 370406 24 F103104A 15 MAINTENACE AND STORAGE All operations on the machine must be carried out exclusively by authorized personnel Always switch off the engine when checking adjusting or servicing the machine Allow the machine to cool down before inspection The cover Fig 1 ref F must always be correctly installed and intact If it becomes damaged have it repaired b
6. Ref C Once the connecting 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 370406 20 F103104A 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 Ae 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 rel
7. THE END OF THE CUT 6 RAISE THE BLADE DEPTH CONTROL TO LIFT THE BLADE OUT OF THE GROUND 7 ENGAGE BOTH HAND CONTROLS TO ALLOW THE BLADE TO CUT THROUGH THE SOD READ OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING USE PERSONAL PROTECTION 90003 370406 6 370300 Label Instructions Qty 1 F103104A 3 TECHNICAL DATA FOR THE SOD CUTTER SC121H ENGINE Gasoline HONDA GX 160 K1 ENGINE CAPACITY 5 5 Hp 4 0 kW CUTTING WIDTH 12 30 cm CUTTING HEIGHT adjustable up to 35 mm SPEED GEARS 2 forward gears TRANSMISSION mechanical GEARS in oil bath START recoil HANDLEBARS height adjustable TYRES front tyres GARDEN 3 00 4 rear tyres TRACTOR 3 00 4 DIMENSIONS LxWxH mm 780 x 420 x 610 mm WEIGHT kg 73 ACOUSTIC PRESSURE measured according to EN 12733 86 2 dBA ACOUSTIC POWER measured according to EN 12733 LWA 97 dBA VIBRATION LEVEL TRANSMITTED THE HANDLEBAR EN 12 733 AW 1 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 temperatur
8. 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 370406 27 F103104A 21 TROUBLESHOOTING The following table illustrates some problems which may arise during operation FAULT CAUSE MEASURES TO BE TAKEN Belt slips 1 Belt tension inadequate 1 Adjust the belt tension 2 Too great a working depth 2 Reduce the working depth 3 Belt worn 3 Replace belt 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 ENGINE FAULT CAUSE MEASURES TO BE TAKEN Engine sluggish at switch on 1 accelerator not in start up 1 move the accelerator to the position 2 Choke not closed 3 Petrol does not arrive 4 Air bubbles or water inside the petrol lines 5 Thick oil prevents rotation intermediate position 2 Close the choke when cold 3 Check the fuel tank and remove any water or sediment Make sure that the feed cock is open 4 Check the lines and bands Repair replace if damaged 5 Use oil with a viscosity suited to the temperature 6 Winding or start 6 Replace wind
9. make sure there are no persons animals or vehicles in the vicinity Before switching on the engine make sure that both engagement levers forward 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 Fig 2 ref C Before switching on the machine make sure that the screws fixing elements 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 operations Replace any old or worn blades The cover Fig 1 ref F should not 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 370406 12 F103104A 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 prevent 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 th
10. reference will ensure swift precise answers For swift delivery of spare parts always quote the following information on the order 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 Technical Service 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
11. 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 370406 10 F103104A I ON SWITCH Two position switch 1 for starting the engine 0 for switching off the engine L FORWARD NEUTRAL GEAR SELECTOR LEVER This lever selects the gear forward 1st 2nd or neutral WARNING Select the required gear only after disengaging the forward clutch by releasing the relative lever Fig 1 ref C 7 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE HANDLEBARS AND END PART OF THE CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER The turf 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 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 Ref A into its relative support Fig 3 ref F and secure using the screw provided Fig 3 Ref B Figure 3 Before switching on ensure that the machine has been fully assembled correctly 370406 11 F103104A 8 SAFETY INFORMATION Before using the turf cutter it is es
12. 003 370253 LEVER TIGHTENER LEFTHAND 1 004 370178 SCREW M6X55 UNI 5931 2 005 370107 NUT LOCK M6 H6 2 006 370255 LEVER HAND ACCELERATOR 1 007 370112 WASHER FLAT M6 1 008 370254 CABLE ACCELERATOR 1 009 370148 NUT LOCK M6 H8 10 010 370281 SCREWCAP M10X20 2 011 370256 CLAMP ACCELERATOR 1 012 370186 SPRING GUIDE 2 013 370143 SPRING 10X25 C X F 2 014 370187 CABLE GUIDE 2 015 370274 HANDLE 1 018 370283 SCREWCAP 10 50 P F 1 019 370149 NUT LOCK M10 1 020 370248 SUPPORT LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1 021 370110 WASHER FLAT M8 9 022 370126 SCREWCAP M8X16 3 023 370259 FORK 03216055 2 024 370260 CLIP FORK 2 028 370146 NUT M10 2 029 370235 ROD TIE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1 038 370125 NUT LOCK M8 4 039 370280 PLATE STOPPING REVERSE GEAR 1 040 370108 WAASHER FLAT M6X18 6 041 370118 SCREWCAP M8X25 2 042 370191 BRACKET REAR 1 043 370250 SUPPORT REAR GUARD 1 044 370130 SCREWCAP M8X20 4 047 370268 GUARD BELT 1 048 370112 WASHER FLAT M6 10 049 370128 SCREWCAP M6X14 10 050 370269 GUARD SIDE LEFTHAND 1 054 370267 GUARD SUPPORT FRAME 1 060 370129 NUT LOCK MS H6 5 6 062 370152 SCREW CROSSHEAD MSX30 6 072 370102 NUT8 H6 5 1 112 370294 ADJUSTER M6 X 40 1 113 370295 CABLE CONTROL BRAKE 1 114 370296 BUSHING SHEAT 1 115 370297 NUT M6 H4 1 370406 31 F103104A ON c c oO lt gt E F103104A 32 370406 PARTLIST 216
13. 17 370214 PULLEY ENGINE SECT H 1 018 370119 WASHER FLAT M8X32 1 019 370123 WASHER WAVE M8 1 020 370173 RING RADIAL ELASTIC D 10 1 021 370117 RING SNAP INTERNAL 132 2 022 370219 ROLL TIGHTENING 2 023 370103 SCREWCAP M8X25 2 024 370116 BEARING 12X32X10 6201 2RS 2 025 370221 BUSHING BEARING 2 026 370223 TENSIONER BELT 1 027 370101 SHIM ADJUSTMENT 12 2X24X0 8 1 028 370115 BUSHING SELF LUBRICATING 2 029 370127 NUT M6 2 030 370220 CLAMP 2 031 370188 CLAMP SPACER 2 032 370246 TENSIONER BELT THREADED 1 033 370273 SCREW TENSIONER 1 034 370306 SCREWCAP M8X40 2 035 370270 NUT SPECIAL 1 036 370265 BRACKET GUARD FIXING 1 037 370184 SCREWCAP 5 16 24 X 5 8 1 038 370192 BRACKET FRONT 15X3 1 039 370112 WASHER FLAT M6 2 040 370128 SCREWCAP M6X14 2 041 370262 SPRING CABLE RETURN 2 042 600115 ENGINE HONDA 5 5 GX160K1QX2 1 043 370174 KEY 4 8X4 8X32 1 044 370222 SPACER 2 045 370225 SUPPORT TIGHTENER 1 046 370263 SPRING ACCELERATOR RETURN 1 047 370107 NUT LOCK M6 H6 2 048 370307 DRUM WIRE HOLDER 1 049 370297 NUT M6 H4 1 050 370102 NUT 8 H 6 5 4 370406 41 F103104A
14. 370179 BEARING 17x40x16 62203 1 050 370419 PRIMARY PINION 1 051 370245 SUPPORT TIE ROD 1 053 370420 GEAR BOX 1 054 370242 GASKET COVER 1 055 370190 CAP METAL 1 056 370183 VTCE BUTTON M6X08 1 057 370185 WASHER FIBER M6X10 1 058 370167 PIN CYLINDRICAL 8X18 2 059 370109 SCREW BUTTON HEAD M8X16 1 060 370140 BUSHING SELF LUBRICATING PCM 252820 B 1 061 370210 SUPPORT BOX LEFTHAND 1 062 370208 COVER BOX 1 063 370171 O RING 1068 8 73 X1 78 1 066 370291 SCREW STUD M8 UNI 5911 6 067 370421 GASKET LEFT COVER 1 068 370102 NUT 8 H6 5 6 069 370422 LEFT COVER 1 070 370169 PIN CYLINDRICAL 6X35 1 071 370423 ROLLER CAGE BEARING HK 1412 2 370406 39 F103104A 12 22 ED 12 60 92 D SZ GD EZ 22 12 7000 By l D TY 18 40 87 O 93 F103104A 40 370406 PARTLIST 616 001 370193 SHIM ENGINE 20 6 002 370110 WASHER FLAT M8 8 003 370234 SUPPORT ENGINE 004 370172 SCREW TTQST 8X40 4 005 370175 WASHER TOROIDAL M24 4 006 370125 NUT LOCK M8 2 007 370126 SCREWCAP M8X16 2 008 370238 GUIDE BELT No 1 1 009 370113 WASHER FLAT M5 4 010 370106 SCREW ALLEN M5X8 5 011 370237 GUIDE BELT 1 012 370176 DOWEL M8X35 1 013 370130 SCREWCAP M8X20 2 014 370266 BRACKET GUARD SUPPORT 1 015 370136 NUT M8 H5 4 016 370181 SCREW 5 16 X3 4 mm 19 2 0
15. 5 1 370406 F103104A 37 99 4 N l I 6 f l 09 65 85 6 qu gt 6 B R B 1 69 Ge Es Nm Ly 91 ED Se BE 60 OD En ED LE 1 lt Y 1 T T 62 AD L9 99 Y 67 12 82 F103104A 38 370406 PART LIST 516 018 370182 PLASTIC KNOB 12 1 019 370162 CAP PLASTIC 1 020 370163 WASHER FIBER 4 021 370159 SCREW ALLEN M8 X 16 4 022 370226 LEVER ENGAGE DISENGAGE 1 023 370264 SPRING GEAR FORK 6X25 1 024 370160 BALL 1 025 370410 FORK 1st 2nd 1 026 370161 CASING 1 027 370411 PIN FORK 1 028 370125 NUT LOCK M8 1 029 370412 GEAR 28 1 030 370164 KEY 5X5X18 1 031 370413 GEAR 2nd SPEED 1 032 370414 PINION 1 033 370415 GEAR 1st and 2nd SPEED 1 034 370416 PINION REDUCING GEAR 1 035 370133 BEARING 15X35X11 6202 2RS 3 036 370104 SCREWCAP M8X18 4 037 370124 WASHER FLAT M12X24 1 038 370123 WASHER WAVE M8 2 039 370130 SCREWCAP M8X20 6 040 370198 BELT BIG 48 430 L443 1 041 370150 NUT M12 1 042 370213 PULLEY CAST IRON PRIM 2150 mm 1 043 370141 BUSHING SELF LUBRICATING 1 044 370209 SUPPORT BOX RIGHTHAND 1 045 370417 RIGHT COVER 1 046 370418 GASKET RIGHT COVER 1 047 370168 O RING 17X40X7 1 048 370166 RING SNAP INTERNAL 140 1 049
16. 80 370217 ROD CONNECTING 2 081 370155 RING SNAP INTERNAL E35 1 082 370156 SHIM ADJUSTMENT 35X45X0 5 2 083 370137 BEARING 35X62X14 6007 2RS 2 092 370279 BLADE CUTTING 1 093 370408 SCREW M8X26 4 094 370123 WASHER WAVE M8 4 095 370122 RING SNAP INTERNAL E17 2 096 370166 RING SNAP INTERNAL 140 2 097 370309 SPRING 1 098 370216 SHAFT WITH ECCENTRICS 1 099 370212 PULLEY LOCKING HUB 1 100 370231 SEMI CONE 4 101 370261 PAD RUBBER 2 102 370298 SPRING HOOK 1 103 370299 SCREW BUTTON M6 X 16 2 104 370297 NUT M6 H4 2 105 370300 BRAKE 1 106 370301 SCREWCAP M4 X 14 3 107 370302 CLAMP 7 X 20 1 108 370127 NUT M6 1 109 370303 PAD BRAKE 1 110 370173 RING RADIAL ELASTIC D 10 1 111 370304 BUSHING SELF LOCK 2 370406 35 F103104A F103104A 36 370406 PARTLIST 416 001 370126 SCREWCAP 8 16 6 002 370110 WASHER FLAT M8 6 003 370194 REAR WHEEL 3 00 4 TRACTOR 2 004 370277 TIBE INNER REAR WHEEL 2 005 370409 TIRE 3 00 4 TRACTOR 2 006 370195 HUB WHEEL 2 007 370158 PIN ELASTIC 10X40 2 008 370288 COVER DUST 2 009 370289 FELT PROTECTION 2 010 370305 RING SEAL 25 X 52 X 7 2 011 370114 RING SNAP INTERNAL 152 2 012 370131 BEARING 25X52X15 6205 2 013 370199 GEAR REDUCTION CROWN 1 014 370180 DOWEL M8X14 1 015 370196 AXLE REAR 1 016 370142 SHIM ADJUSTMENT 25X35X1 1 017 370290 SEEGER E25 1 052 370136 NUT M8 H5 6 064 370170 KEY 7X8X35 1 065 370121 SHIM ADJUSTMENT 42X52X0
17. CHECKING AND REPLACING THE BLADE page 24 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE cia page 25 CLEANING THE MACHINE aussen page 26 SEASONAL LONG TERM STORAGE PERIODS page 26 DECOMMISSIONING AND SCRAPPING page 27 TECHNICALASSISTANCE uu 20 een page 27 nent es 27 TROUBLESHOOTING erat rust sites iu rebate ka page 28 370406 3 F103104A OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SOD CUTTER MODEL SC121H FOREWORD This machine may only be utilized for the purpose for which it was designed i e to cut 30cm wide strips of turf Any other use other than that stated not covered or deducible from this Ma nual and the enclosed Engine Manual is PROHIBITED Failure to comply with instructions in this Manual and in the Engine Manual releases the manufacturer from all liability in particular for any damage resulting from improper or incorrect use through negligence superficial interpretation or flagrant 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 straightforward please contact the manufacturer directly 1 USE OF THE MANUAL This Manual consists of numbered pages and enc
18. CHINE The machine consists of the following main parts BLADE CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER ACCELERATOR CONTROL LEVER FORWARD CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER ENGINE COVER BLADE FORWARD NEUTRAL GEAR SELECTOR LEVER IN O gt SWITCH 1 0 Figure 1 370406 9 F103104A 6 CONTROL AND ADJUSTMENTS A BLADE CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER This is used to engage and disengage the blade movement 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 2nd SPEED NEUTRAL st SPEED Figure 2 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
19. Cleaning of the machine is recommended after use see the section Cleaning the machine Figure 4 Figure 4a CHOKE Y 7 CLOSED FEED COCK AX CLOSED 370406 17 F103104A DRIVING 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 paragraph 1 Move the gear lever fig 2 to the 1st speed position WARNING If the gear engages with difficulty partially engage the clutch for an instant 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 position 1 2 in fig 2 using the gear lever Fig 2 then re engage the forward clutch control lever Fig 1 ref C to set the machine 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 ref C then sw
20. It is strictly prohibited to leave the turf cutter running whilst unsupervised ltis strictly prohibited to transport the machine with the engine running When loading the machine onto a vehicle the inclination of the ramps must not exceed 15 WARNING EXERCISE CAUTION WITH GRADIENTS Danger of machine overturning Given its outdoor use it is advisable not to use the turf cutter when it is raining The area next to the engine exhaust may reach a 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 Do not work on steep banks Inthe 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 370406 14 F103104A E AFTER USE Before moving away from the machine place the gear lever in neutral Fig 2 ref C 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 9 TRANSPORTATION 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 tyres with chocks to prevent accidental movement o
21. ake sure that there are no persons in the vicinity 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 machine 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 a 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 370406 16 F103104A 12 STARTING AND DRIVING THE TURF CUTTER The machine can be switched on once all the aforementioned preliminary operations 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 arrow 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
22. ative forward 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 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 D SERVICE BRAKE 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 If 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 370406 21 F103104A 370406 22 F103104A V N 4 p mmm 27 Ta lt Fa iu ja In a A SO a 2 KA ze T 2 0 L Ay E D 5 y NO TM Dr ANYS 2 7 A i D A Figure 9 370406 23 F103104A E CHECKING AND
23. 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 messages 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 symbols affixed to the machine serving to warn of danger during its use and maintenance are as follows EXPLOSIVE FUEL STOP ENGINE AND ALLOWTO COOL BEFORE REFUELING 400268 Label Hot Engine Qty 1 KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY 400424 Label Warning Qty 2 370406 5 F103104A PROPULSION DRIVE PUSH DOWN LEFT HAND LEVER TO ENGAGE DRIVE SPEED CONTROL 2 1 THROTTLE CONTROL BLADE DRIVE PUSH DOWN RIGHT HAND LEVER TO ENGAGE BLADE 370405 Label Controls Instuction Qty 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SOIL SHOULD BE DAMP WHEN CUTTING SOD 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 ON THE GROUND 4 ENGAGE THE WHEEL DRIVE HAND CONTROL TO BEGIN FORWARD MOTION 5 RELEASE BOTH HAND CONTROLS TO STOP THE CUTTER AT
24. e 50 C ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS The electrical equipment will function correctly in atmospheric conditions with a relative humidity up to 50 at a temperature of 40 C and at 90 with a temperature 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 atmospheres or in those with risk of fire 370406 7 F103104A 4 LIFTING AND TRANSPORTATION All material is carefully checked by the manufacturer before shipping The turf 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 machine 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 370406 8 F103104A 5 MAIN PARTS OF THE MA
25. e turf cutter in enclosed areas since the engine gives off carbon monoxide fumes which are colourless odourless tasteless and extremely dangerous Take care when handling fuel Fuel is highly flammable and its vapours explosive 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 fuel filling operations Do not smoke during this operation Never fill the machine with fuel in an indoor ambient Itis advisable to use a wide funnel to prevent spillage of fuel on the engine and on other surfaces of the turf 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 not rest the turf cutter or the fuel container in indoor environments with naked 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 demage 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 If a slipping belt causes abnormal noise smells or overheating switch off the engine immed
26. efore 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 maximum of three years along with the fixing bands Old lines may leak fuel Check and regularly adjust the forward clutch control blade clutch control 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 turf 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 inclement 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 After use store the machine in a place where fuel vapours cannot reach a naked flame or sparks In the instance of a long period of non use drain the fuel tank completely Use of the machine does not require specific lighting However the recommended minimum amount of light e g 200 lux is enough 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
27. f the vehicle WARNING Raise the blade to maximum height to prevent danger of its catching the ramp edges 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 strong 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 accelerator 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 Once 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 using chocks and firmly tie the machine to the vehicle 370406 15 F103104A 10 DESCRIPTION OF THE SAFETY
28. iately 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 not use feet or hands to push the machine down into the turf and do not allow anyone to stand either in front of the machine or in its direction of travel 370406 13 F103104A WARNING During operation the lawn and turf are cut into strips Should the cutter s wheels skid during use it is advisable to adjust the cutting height using the special lever Fig 3 ref A If this operation does not prevent this occurence check the state of the terrain If it is too dry it should be wetted so that the blade encounters a slight resistance thus making cutting operations easier WARNING When working in a stony or obstacle riddled area try to remove as many objects as possible before commencing cutting Then work at a greater cutting height than usual WARNING Stones and other objects may be thrown outwards in direction of the perator or of other persons in the vicinity Keep at a safe distance from persons nimals and objects If the cutting mechanism accidentally comes into contact with an object stump or stone switch off the engine and carry out the following operations 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 authorized service
29. ing or start mechanism faulty mechanism 7 Spark plug in 7 Clean or replace spark condition plug Adjust the distance between the electrodes Poor power 1 Nofuel 1 refill tank with petrol 2 Air filter blocked 2 clean air filter 3 Elastic bands worn 3 replace elastic bands Engine stalls 1 nofuel l refill tank with petrol 2 feed cock shut off 2 open feed cock Exhaust fumes dark 1 low grade fuel 1 replace with high grade fuel 2 too much engine oil 2 restore engine oil to correct level Engine emits black smoke and 1 air filter blocked 1 clean air filter power is poor 2 choke not fully opened 2 open the choke completely Exhaust fumes bluish 1 too much engine oil 2 elastic bands worn 1 restore engine oil to correct level 2 replace elastic bands Silencer becomes red through ir filater blocked clean air filter overheating 2 Inside of 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 370406 28 F103104A NOTES 370406 29 F103104A er OS o o c I F103104A 30 370406 PARTLIST 116 001 370252 LEVER CONTROL righthand 1 002 370257 GRIP 2
30. ire from the spark plug B1 BLADE CONTROL CABLE Make sure that there is no play between the upper end of the cable and the adjustment screw If there is or if the cable has stretched restore to ideal position using 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 370406 19 F103104A B2 FORWARD CONTROL CABLE Make sure that there is no play between the upper end of the cable and the adjustment screw If there is or if the cable has stretched restore to ideal position using 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 Figure 5 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
31. itch off the engine by moving the switch to the position O Fig 1 ref 1 370406 18 F103104A 13 CUTTING TIPS 1 Before commencing cutting operations read the safety instructions given in the previous sections 2 Atfirst 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 conditions 3 Engage the blade clutch Fig 1 ref A only after having carried out the machine switch on and gear engagement operations 4 Before engaging the blade clutch Fig 1 ref A gradually move the accelerator Fig 1 ref B until the required speed is reached WARNING Take great care because the blade moves at very high speed 14 CHECKS Adjustthe belt and 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 prescribed checks regularly A TYRE PRESSURE Regularly check the tyre pressure If both two tyres 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 w
32. losures featured in the list of contents 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 turf cutter by more than one operator individually means that they must have carefully read the Operator s Manual and the Engine Manual before using it The aforementioned manuals form an integral part of the machine and must therefore be kept intact and in good condition in a known easily accessible place for the entire working life of the machine even if the turf cutter is passed on to another 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 directly The Notes Section at the end of the Turf cutter Manual is for the addition of any complementary notes 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 370406 4 F103104A 2 NOTICES ON THE MACHINE WARNING The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth
33. 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 transmission 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 370406 25 F103104A Figure 11 16 CLEANING THE MACHINE Proceed in 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 in 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 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 problems To clean the blade area a tool should be used stick of wood 17 SEASONAL LONG TERM STORAGE PERIODS To store the turf cu
34. sential 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 turf cutter for purposes other than those envisaged is strictly prohibited Climbing aboard and or riding on the turf 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 lt 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 on the engine
35. tter 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 irreparable damage to the tyres 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 tyre pressure and adjust if necessary Lubricate all moving parts and have any necessary repairs to the machine carried out 370406 26 F103104A 18 DECOMMISSIONING AND SCRAPPING After the working life of the turf cutter the user must have it dismantled and its components removed as per EEC directives or in accordance with current legislation in force in his country taking particular care over the dismantling of the following materials of environmental impact plastic parts rubber parts coated electric wiring petrol engine metal parts toxic substances 19 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Routine maintenance must be carried out as per the instructions given in this Manual 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
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