Honda SLK7000K1, Operator'S Manual

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Page 2: ...t any time without notice and without incurring any obligation No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission Damage Prevention Messages Important messages that are preceded by the word NOTICE This word means 1 NOTICE 1 Your equipment or other property can be damaged if you don t follow instructions The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to the sulky comm...

Page 3: ...ds associated with operating or maintaining a SLK7000Kl Sulky You must use your own good judgment You will find important safety information in a variety of forms including l Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol fl l and one of three signal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These signal words mean You CAN BE HURT if you don t follow instructions l Safety Headings such as Important Safet...

Page 4: ...duce speed on slopes excessive speed may cause the front of the mower deck sweeper or snowblower to lift Honda Sulky Usage The Honda SLK7000Kl Sulky is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions and intended use transport of a Honda mid size commercial mower operator Any other use could be dangerous The Honda sulky is intended to be used by an experienced tr...

Page 5: ...ads and understands all instructions and warnings in the owner s manual this manual and on the labels before operating the sulky Allow adequate time for hands on training by a qualified instructor and personally supervise practice sessions until you feel sure the employee is ready to operate the sulky Also be sure employees wear proper clothing and have eye protection and any other gear that may b...

Page 6: ...andy for reference while reading this chapter COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION PARKING BRAKE LEVER ALIGNMENT BRACKET DESCR IPTION OF CONTROLS Parking Brake Lever Use the parking brake lever to engage or release the parking brake Pull the lever up and back to release the parking brake Push the lever forward and down to engage the parking brake PARKING BRAKE RELEASED PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED SLK7000Kl SULKY 7 ...

Page 7: ...ket on the power unit Depending on the height setting of the power unit you may need to use the alignment bracket to help connect the sulky s hitch The adjustment bar from the power unit is used with the alignment bracket to position the hitch ALIGNMENT BRACKET ADJUSTING BAR from power unit I 8 SLK7000Kl SULKY ...

Page 8: ...m the Before Mowing checks listed in the power unit owner s manual SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before operating the sulkies for the first time please review the IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION beginning on page 2 and the previous chapter titled BEFORE OPERATION page 9 Even if you have operated other sulky take time to become familiar with how this sulky works and practice in a safe area until you build up you...

Page 9: ...o get the clevis pin all the way through the hitch holes Should this happen use the alignment bracket described on the next page to position the hitch 6 Once the clevis pin is fully installed insert the lynch pin into the small hole on the clevis pin u CLEWS PIN LYNCH PIN 7 Lift the steering rod up to the ball joint on the right support bracket Slide the spring loaded sleeve back on the tip of the...

Page 10: ...ld in the raised position 3 Remove the lynch pin holding the adjusting lever in the storage tube on the power unit Remove the adjusting lever from the storage tube 4 Insert the adjusting lever into the alignment bracket as shown 5 Press the adjusting lever down enough to get the hitch and hitch bracket holes to line up to allow the clevis pin to drop all the way through 6 Return the adjustment lev...

Page 11: ...tion Engage the parking brake remove the ignition key and disconnect the spark plug cap s to prevent accidental starting Before you use the machine inspect it closely Follow the inspection procedure in the Before Mowing section of your Mid Size Commercial Owner s Manual then use this section to inspect the sulky l Verify the clevis pin and lynch pin are properly installed on the hitch bracket l Ch...

Page 12: ...culated and fully automatic steering sulky This means the sulky wheels automatically turn opposite the direction of the drive wheels on the power unit While this arrangement offers superior turning and maneuverability always use a safe controllable speed when turning but pay attention to these points l Avoid small or zero radius turns l Avoid turning when traveling over uneven terrain l Never atte...

Page 13: ...est between the steering control arm and frame of the power unit 3 Remove the lynch pin from the clevis pin on the hitch then pull the clevis pin up and away from the hitch bracket If the clevis pin is difficult to remove use the alignment bracket to reposition the hitch see page 13 on how to use the alignment bracket 4 Support the sulky at the hitch point then carefully pull it away from the hitc...

Page 14: ...t handled by professionals and are normally performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions consult an authorized Honda servicing dealer for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use Improper maintenance or failure to correct a problem before operation can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously...

Page 15: ...ne and exhaust system cool before touching Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless the instruction tells you to do so Even then keep your hands fingers and clothing away Do not run the engine when any protective guard or shield is removed l Read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the tools and skills required l To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion be c...

Page 16: ...ure 0 grease fittings 1Add l 2 pumps of grease I I l I I I nuts bolts Check tightness 0 Check for looseness or excessive wear 0 steering linkage Wheel alignment 0 Tire Pressure Tire pressure should be kept at 28 psi 193 kpa Sulky Lubrication Points After every 50 hours of operation use a good quality multipurpose grease to grease all 12 grease fittings One or two pumps from a manual grease gun is ...

Page 17: ...e sulky s wheels are not parallel to the back wheels of the commercial mower adjust the alignment 5 Disconnect the steering rod from the right bracket Use a 3 4 wrench to loosen the jam nut on the end of the steering rod 6 If the sulky s wheels are pointing to the right as shown in this illustration turn the sleeve assembly to lengthen the steering rod 7 If the sulky s wheels are pointing to the l...

Page 18: ...iven below However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing this installation Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task Failure to properly follow assembly and installation instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed Follow the procedures and precautions in installation instructions carefully IMPORTANT SAFETY...

Page 19: ...NG CHART How to measure hardware and components INCHES 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 0 lo 20 30 40 50 60 70 MILLIMETERS 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 516 in 9116 in l 2 in 7116 in 310 in 5116 in l 4 in VW A 5mm 6k1m 8mm 10mm 12mm 14mm DIAMETER t 16mm f INSIDE DIAMETER NUTS ARE SPECIFIED BY INSIDE DIAMETER AT THREAD DEPTH 20 SLK7000K l SULKY ...

Page 20: ...ASSEMBLY LOOSE PARTS Check all loose parts against the following list SLK7000Kl SULKY 21 ...

Page 21: ...in on the power unit even when the sulky is disconnected The brackets will not interfere with the operation of the power unit when the sulky is disconnected 1 2 3 4 Park the mower on a flat level surface Remove the ignition key and disconnect the spark plug cap s Remove the upper 3 8 x 3 4 bolt and 3 8 flange nut from each handlebar on the power unit upright supports Using six of the supplied 3 8 ...

Page 22: ...ighten the diagonal support to the predrilled holes in the engine platform Use two l 2 x l 1 4 bolts l 2 flat washers and two l 2 flange nuts to install the other end of the diagonal support bracket to the sulky hitch bracket Tighten all 3 8 hardware to a torque of 31 ft lbs 42 N m Tighten all l 2 hardware to a torque of 76 ft lbs 103 N m l 2 LOCK NUT 2 112 FLAT WASHER HITCH BRACKET BOLT 2 I LANCI...

Page 23: ...the sulky using four 3 8 x 1 flange bolts four 3 8 washers and four 3 8 flange nuts Torque the hardware to 42 N m 31 ft lb 3 Install the large clevis pin and lynch pin into the sulky s hitch Always install the clevis pin from the top never the bottom 4 Verify the air pressure in the tires 28 psi 193 kpa 5 Refer to the MAINTENANCE section of this manual and apply grease to all 12 grease fittings WA...

Page 24: ...s manual STORAGE 1 Never store the unit with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where open flames or sparks are present Allow the engine to cool before storing in an enclosure 2 Clean the sulky thoroughly 3 Grease all parts as shown in the maintenance chapter 4 Store the sulky in a dry place Do not cover with sheet plastic or other material which will trap moisture SLK7000Kl SULKY 25 ...

Page 25: ...iaht to too of ooerator seat I40 inches 1016 mm I Lenath I see chart below Weight including hitch hardware Width at tires Parkina brake 170 pounds 76 kg 34 5 inches 876 mm Ioin and notch Power unit Mower deck I Installed length HRC7013 HRC7018 20 CD7036 CD7048 CD7052 CD7060 1 111 in 2 83 m 1 107 in 2 72 m 1 112 in 2 85 m 1 113 in 2 9 m 1 SLK7000Kl SULKY 27 ...

Page 26: ...reference only All part numbers are provided in a seperate microfiche for the SLK7000Kl Sulky Some common commercially available parts are used on the sulky These parts are not sold through American Honda but can be obtained from local suppliers SLK7000Kl SULKY ...

Page 27: ...ND ASSY STEERING 40 PIN GREASE PIVOT 48 NUT NYLON INSERT THIN l 2 20 49 NUT JAM l 2 20 56 WASHER FLAT 3 4 63 CIRCLIP 3 4 67 PIN COTTER 1 8 X1 2 68 HAIRPIN COTTER l 2 DIA 70 NIPPLE GREASE 73 BRKT COMP ALIGNMENT 74 PIN CLEVIS l 2 76 PIN UPPER PIVOT 77 MAT FLOOR 82 KIT FLOOR PAN SLK7000Kl SULKY ...

Page 28: ...HITCH COMP MOUNTING 15 BRKT L MOUNTING 16 BRKT R MOUNTING 33 PIN MOUNTING 43 BOLT HEX 3 8 l 6X1 50 NUT FLANGE 3 8 16 61 WASHER FLAT l 2 66 PIN LYNCH 3 16 78 BOLT FLANGE 1 2 13X1 l 4 79 BOLT FLANGE 1 2 13X1 l 2 80 NUT CENTER LOCK l 2 13 78 SLK7000Kl SULKY 31 ...

Page 29: ...PARTS 41 BB ee 24 63 46 6 6 46 72 SULKY REAR FRAME 32 SLK7000Kl SULKY ...

Page 30: ...PARTS SLK7000Kl SULKY 33 ...

Page 31: ...PARTS 8 55 62 57 I 0 LJ V 50 SULKY SEAT SLK7000Kl SULKY ...

Page 32: ...ine maintain proper operating temperature when used in very cold weather conditions Carburetor Anti king Kit HRC7013Kl only This special kit is used to prevent the formation of ice on the carburetor linkage Hydraulic Drive Release This hydraulic drive release is used for cold weather starting It disengages the hydraulic drive pumps from the engine This reduces the load on the engine for starting i...

Page 33: ...alership s management contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer Relations Office You can write to American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipment Division Customer Relations Office 4475 River Green Parkway Duluth GA 30136 2565 Or telephone 770 497 6400 weekdays 8 30 a m 5 00 p m EST When you call or write please provide us the following information l Model and serial numbers for both the sulky and po...

Page 34: ...his way If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer Relations Office You can write American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipment Division Customer Relations Office 4900 Marconi Drive Alpharetta GA 30005 8847 Or telephone 770 497 6400 M F 8 30 am 5 00 pm EST When you write or call please provide the following information Mod...

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