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2.
USE AND TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
2.1 MACHINE USE
The machine of the AP 105 type with the commercial name FRONTJET is a four-wheel self-propelled mowing machine
intended for the mowing of maintained grass areas with the maximum height of vegetation of 10 cm, e.g. in parks, gardens and
playgrounds, contingently on gentle slopes on which there are no foreign objects (fallen branches, stones, solid objects, etc.).
The gradient of slope must not exceed 14°(25%).
Always slow down when driving on an uneven ground, and use the ramps when crossing a local unevenness higher than 8 cm
(kerbs). Without use of the ramps there is a danger of a serious damage to the machine.
Only the accessories whose usage is approved by the machine manufacturer may be connected to the mower. The use of other
accessory means the immediate loss of the guarantee.
Carry out the mowing connected with mulching regularly every 14 days provided the height of the vegetation does not exceed
10 cm. The higher vegetation can be a cause of a worse quality of the work. If the vegetation is higher, mow several times
using mutally overlaping runs. At the fi rst run select the maximum height position setting of the mowing mechanism, and at the
next run set the height corresponding to the required height of vegetation. The pulped grass matter is evenly thrown all over the
mowed surface and serves as a green manure and protection of the soil against waste of moisture. This is especially important
during the summer season.
To ensure correct function of the machine and high quality mulching, it is necessary to always mow
only approx. 1/3 of the height of the growth.
WARNING: Mulching may contribute to the soil acidity.
2.2 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
The AP 105 self-propelled mowing machine consists of the following basic groups:
2.2.1 MACHINE
FRAME
The machine frame is welded from steel profi les and metal sheets of 3 mm thickness. It is a supporting element of the engine, gearbox,
front and rear axles, steering, drives, mowing mechanism, accumulator, fuel tank and other needed equipment of the machine.
2.2.2 ENGINE INCLUDING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
The engines used in mowing machines are four-stroke petrol engines with vertical output shaft. The engine is fastened fi rmly
to the frame in the machine rear part. The drive from the engine is transmitted to the gearbox by a V-belt. The accumulator is
positioned under the engine bonnet on the right-hand side of the seat.
2.2.3 GEARBOX INCLUDING DRIVE OF FRONT WHEELS
The gearbox is of a type with a hydrostatic transmission of power. The gear change is carried out by depressing the travel pedal
smoothly forwards or backwards.
2.2.4 REAR AXLE WITH WHEELS INCLUDING STEERING UNIT
The rear axle is of a massive cast-iron construction. It is suspended on a hollow pivot enabling the swing of the wheels. The
steering is performed from the steering whel shaft via a link chain ended on both sides with stranded wires and tensioning screws.
2.2.5 BY-PASS
The by-pass lever serves for the disengaging and engaging of the drive from the gearbox to the front wheels. It is located
behind the front left wheel in the space of the frame.
2.2.6 BONNET AND PLACE OF OPERATOR
The bonnet is made of plastics. The metal parts coherent with bonnet are protected with powder painting. The place of the
operator is solved ergonomically so that all control elements are easily accessible and lightly controllable. The seat used
ensures the comfortable operating.
2.2.7 MOWING
MECHANISM
The mowing mechanism is located on the front side of the machine. It consists of a cover, pulleys, shaft with bearings and two
mowing knives. The drive of the mowing mechanism is carried out by a V-belt from the engine via an electromagnetic clutch
which is fi xed on the output shaft of the engine.
2.3 MARKING
Each self-propelled mowing machine is marked with an identifi cation
plate located under the seat. It includes the following data:
1. Type of machine
2. Serial number
3. Year of production
4. Name and address of manufacturer
5. Engine power output
6. Engine speed in rpm
7. Weight
8. EC regulations the conformity of product was judged with
9 Mark of product conformity
10. Guaranteed noise level acc. to the 2000/14/EC directive
The serial number will be recorded on the second page of this
manual cover by the dealer during the machine handing over.
