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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.

ENGINE SERVICE AND WARRANTY

Contact your nearest engine manufacturers authorized servicing dealer for engine service and
warranty questions. Follow the engine manufacturers maintenance instructions. Should any mal-
function occur with the engine during the warranty period, take it to an Authorized Service Dealer.
DO NOT tear down the engine, as this may void the Engine Manufacturer’s Warranty.

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

A) Inspection Schedule
Item

Each Use

Every 20 hrs

• Engine Oil (see engine manual)

X

• Clutch Tension

X

• Chain Tension

X

• Decals and Warnings

X

• Fasteners and fittings

X

• Throttle cable

X

• Blade condition and wear

X

• Frame condition (rust, cracks, etc.)

X

• Clutch and cable

X

• Excessive vibration

X

• Engine air cleaner (see engine manual)

X

• Depth adjuster

X

B) Lubrication Schedule
Item

Lubricant

Every 20 hrs             Every 60 hrs        As Required

  Storage

• Engine     Oil, see engine

X

X

X

                  owner’s manual
• Chain      30W Motor oil or

X

X

X

X

                   Chain lubricant
• Linkage         30W oil

X

• Grease depth

X

X

  adjust screw

Summary of Contents for 968981201

Page 1: ...Operators manual SC18 968981201 SC18 968999352 Models Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine MANUAL NO 540200156 REV 01 12 01 05 ...

Page 2: ...s Page Operator s Tips 4 Operating on Hills 5 Before You Start 5 Transporting 5 Sod Cutting 5 Maintenance and Service Instructions Page Safety and Maintenance 6 Safety 6 Engine Service and Warranty 6 Lubrication Schedule 6 Inspection Schedule 6 Blade Wear 7 Cleaning 7 Service 7 Adjusting Chain Tension 7 Storage 7 Trouble Shooting Guide 8 Sound Test 12 Vibration Test 12 WARNING Engine exhaust some ...

Page 3: ...ur engine manual for oil type viscosity weight and capacity Reducer yellow cap Transmission grease used 1 You should not need to service the transmission Call Tecumseh or your servicing dealer if needed 2 Transmission is located directly behind the front axle underneath the engine 3 There is no dipstick for transmission 4 Tecumseh Bentonite Grease part 788067B or equivalent ...

Page 4: ...in neutral Read all maintenance and service instructions before attempting work Follow engine manufacturer operating and maintenance instructions Inspect area to be cut and remove rocks wire string and other objects that might present hazard before starting Identify and mark all in ground objects to be avoided such as sprinkler heads stakes water valves clothes line anchors etc This machine was de...

Page 5: ...d hill side turns Back up hills in reverse gear then cut going down BEFORE YOU START Read and understand this manual Be sure engine oil is at engine manufacturer s recommended level Refer to engine manufacturer s manual Put the sod cutter into neutral before starting Place blade in transport position before starting TRANSPORTING Push the blade engagement lever forward to raise the blade Select the...

Page 6: ...tions ENGINE SERVICE AND WARRANTY Contact your nearest engine manufacturers authorized servicing dealer for engine service and warranty questions Follow the engine manufacturers maintenance instructions Should any mal function occur with the engine during the warranty period take it to an Authorized Service Dealer DO NOT tear down the engine as this may void the Engine Manufacturer s Warranty PREV...

Page 7: ...EED 1000 PSI WATER PRESSURE FOR CLEANING ADJUSTING CHAIN TENSION Upper Chain No adjustment is required Lower Chain Remove chain guard Tilt the sod cutter forward onto the front weight Tighten the 1 2 lock nut on the chain idler until the 40 chain flexes approximately 1 4 6mm at mid span Install chain guard Set sod cutter back to level STORAGE 1 Refer to engine manufacturer s instructions for engin...

Page 8: ...ly1 The bushings are wearable items are wearing quickly 2 Grease polyurethane compatible ID and OD of bushings before installing 3 Ensure that proper Blade Lift Springs are installed Springs have 1 5 inch OD 4 Be sure the maximum RPM is set correctly at 3000 See Technical Bulletin Throttle Cable Adjustment 5 Be sure red bushings are installed Bushings ooze out when installed 1 This is normal Trim ...

Page 9: ...tting 1 If the operator tries to cut deeper than 2 1 2 pivoting the machine back on its rear wheels while cutting can cause machine to cut too deeply 2 Make sure the blade is sharp 3 Moisture oil or grease on the belt will cause it to slip Replace with a Husqvarna belt 4 Tension can be increased by tightening the Cable Tension Nut If additional adjustment is not available add a 1 2 stack of washer...

Page 10: ...spection Procedure for Belt Tension 3 Replace the Belt Idler Pulley Arm if it is bent Belt glazed or slipping 1 Limit maximum depth of cut to 2 1 2 2 Be sure the updated Blade Lift Springs are installed Springs have 1 5 inch OD 3 If the Blade Lift Springs are worn they will allow the blade to cut too deeply which causes the belt to slip Replace if necessary 4 Be sure the maximum RPM is set at 3000...

Page 11: ...ission contains a centrifugal clutch and may creep if left in gear Some creeping is normal because of the lubricant resistance between the clutch plates Also too heavy a lubricate in Gear Reducer can cause creeping 1 Put in neutral unit will not creep 2 RPM at idle should be 1 400 200 150 Clutch will en gage at 1 800 RPMs A high idle RPM may cause creeping 3 If unit continues to creep contact your...

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Page 14: ...Technical assistance For technical assistance please contact your Local Dealer ...

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