User manual HUSQVARNA SOD CUTTER

[. . . ] Operators manual Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine. Models: SC18/968981201 SC18/968999352 MANUAL NO. 01 (12/01/05) CONTENTS Index Operator’s Guide Page Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 General Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] • Place blade in transport position before starting. TRANSPORTING • Push the blade engagement lever forward to raise the blade. • Select the desired gear (slow-fast-reverse). • Pull the throttle while maintaining a firm grip on the handlebar. • To make turns, push down on the handlebar to do “a wheelie, ” then turn. • Load into truck or trailer by driving up ramps in low gear. This 330lb machine is not intended to be lifted by hand. Position the sod cutter at your starting point with the blade out of the ground. Pull the blade engagement lever toward you with one hand while lifting the handlebar with the other hand. Place the shift lever in slow gear (turtle icon). Pull the throttle while maintaining a slight down pressure on the handlebar and cut a short distance, then stop. Lift the edge of the sod to check the cut depth. To change the depth, push the blade engagement lever forward, unlock the depth lock knob (red knob), and turn the depth adjustment knob clockwise for less depth, or counterclockwise for more depth; then lock the depth lock knob. Repeat steps 2 through 6 as necessary to set depth of cut. End cuts by pushing the blade engagement lever forward while holding the throttle to cut the end of the sod strip as the blade exits the ground. 5 SAFTEY AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION Any modifications or additions to this equipment without written authorization from the manufacturer will void all manufacturer’s warranties. Do not operate this machine without first reading owners manual. CAUTION Husqvarna parts have been designed and specified to meet commercial operating standards for strength and durability. For reliability and preservation of design safety standards, replacements should only be made with genuine Husqvarna parts or material of equivalent type and strength. TWO MINUTE WARNING Sod Cutters may be tipped on their engine guard for cleaning and access for no more than 2 minutes. Engine damage may result from gasoline draining into the crankcase if prolonged. See engine manufacturer’s operating and maintenance instructions. [. . . ] Check to see if the Tension Cable is out of pulley. Install cable in pulley and squeeze bracket sides to minimize the gap to pulley. If the Gear Box Pulley or the Engine Pulley is wet, oily, or damaged, clean or replace. Belt tension can be increased by tightening the Cable Tension nut. [. . . ]