OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL 45 SERIES REEL MOWER

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PREPARATION When the mower removed om will be m a olded pos ion Prv pos1llon and secure in this pos nut provided II folding he h permanently bend clutch and ou e cables Handle he g can be ad1usted by sl<ICl( ng nuts on sides of moNer to ailow he han e o be prvotted up°' down Re-ltg en nuts w h hand em seteded PoS ion

NOTE-Only hm1 ed adiustmen may be ach.eved on 0')(7wers trtted with a large capacity t.sel tan

DEFLECTOR Depending on cutting condit ions, e.g. wet grass. dry grass. high wind velocity, etc .. it may be necessary to alter the angle of deflection into the grassbox. This is effected by loosening the thumbscrews (A} each side of the machine and moving the deflector plate in the desired direction - move upwards to throw the grass higher and further, or downwards to throw the grass lower. Re-t ighten screws after adjustment.

HEIGHT OF CUT

The cutting height is raised by turn ing the adjusting knob ( B) in a clockwise direction. To cut lower. reverse procedure. When adjusting for low cutting, do not set mower so low that the weight of the machine is taken on the bottom blade instead of the front roller. This would affect cutting, and also place excessive load on the engine.

STARTING AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE STARTING

READ THE SEPARATE ENGINE OPERATING INSTRUCTION SHEET BEFORE SIARTING THE ENGINE.

CAUTION - The engine doe not con in 011 w n pure a 1. Fill the cran case to overtlowing, H• 011 SAE 30 or 20 11·50 1s su1 e 2. Fill Juel lank - use tandard grad pe rol (do not m1 011 " ' pe ol) 3. Ensure that the spar plug lead 1s connected

1. Move the throttle control lever into 'start' position. Hold upper handle with left hand and pull the starter cord with a long smooth action without jerking.

2. When engine has started ad1ust throttle lever to obtain an engine speed suitable to the operation or the mower

TO PROPEL THE MOWER

3. Engage the cutter by tu rning the cutter clutch lever upwards.

4. Gently squeeze the traction clutch control. Only light pressure on the lever is required. This engages the rear roller and the machine will move forward.

TO EMPTY GRASSCATCHER Reduce engine speed to 'slow'. Always stop the cutter by operat iflg the cutter clutch lever. NEVER attempt to clear grass from the grasscatcher or cutter area if the cutter is rotat ing.

STOPPING THE ENGINE Disengage the cutter clutch. Move throttle control to 'stop '.

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ADJUSTMENTS

CUTTER SETTING If unsatisfactory culling 1s ev1dent -chec these mg occurs 1 will become necessary to ad1ust the cutter ci. .... ~ 0 the bottom blade The cutter IS correctly set 1hen rt LIGHTLY touches the bot om blade along its FULL length. Hard bearing or uneven setting causes excessive or uneven wear on the culling edges and also places undue load on the engine Tocheckthesetting t11t the mower bac on the handles Holda narrow strip of newspaper between the bottom blade and the cutter. while rotating the cutter carefully by hand The setting is correct if the paper 1s cut or folded when tested at several posit ions along the full length of the blade However. the cutter must be free to rotate without binding.

Adjustments can be made simply by the following procedure:-1. Release the clamping nuts (C) both sides of mower. 2. To set cutter closer to the bottom bla~e. turn down (clockwise)

the adjusting screws (0 ) on each side until the cutter iust contacts the bottom blade at both ends.

3. If cutter bears too hard on the blade. turn the ad1usting screws bae<k at least a full turn and again carefully screw down each. a little at a t ime. until correct contact is achieved.

4. Retighten the clamping nuts securely. 5. Test setting with paper strip. Resetting the cutter will affect the chain tightness and this should be checked. Refer to chain ad1ustment. · If the paper test cannot be achieved satisfactorily, the blades may be blunt or worn unevenly and sharpening will be neces­sary. This service is available through any Scott Bonnar branch or authorised service dealer.

CUTTER CHAIN ADJUSTMENT Slacken nut ( E). Move nylon chain adjuster to give correct chain tension and ret1ghten nut.

CLUTCH AND DRUM CHAINS Both chains are adjusted by loosening two nuts (G). and moving the large chain sprocket upwards which tightens both chains simultaneously. Hold the chain sprocket so that both chains are near taut and retighten nuts. NOTE- Correctly tensioned chains should be slightly slack and not tightly stretched.

CLUTCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT The clutch operating pressure can be increased by releasing the lock nut (A) and screwing the threaded adjuster ( B) outwards a few turns and retightening lock nut. This is necessary only if the unlikely condition of clutch slip with loss of propulsion should occur.

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MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATION

The same grade of 011 as used in the engine 1s suitable.

(A & B) These bearings are sealed and grease packed and do not require any add1t1onal lubncat1on.

(C) Clutch thrust pad - apply OJI as required (D) Front ro ller - app ly 011 to shaft as required.

A (E) Height ad1ust knob. Remove p lastic p lug - few drops each season.

Drive c hains. Twice seasonally, use small brush and app ly oil lightly over chains.

AIR CLEANER

For detailed cleaning instructions refer to the engine operating manual. Clean frequently in dry and dusty conditions as the fi lter can become clogged with fine grass particles. Normally clean twice seasonally . Do not use the filter element dry, as f ine dirt will pass through the pores and into the engine. After cleaning and re-o iling the element, squeeze out as much oi l as possible.

CARBURETTOR

No maintenance is required other than brushing away accumulated dirt and grass from the linkages.

GENERAL

Occasionally check that grass particles are not blocking the flow of cooling air through the starter screen or engine f ins. Periodically check the nuts and bolts for tightness. The mower will give longer and more efficient service if kept clean of grass and dirt build up.

CORRECT CUTTER SETTING IS VITAL PROPER CARE MEANS LESS WEAR

1. RAGGED, UNEVEN CUTTING CAUSED BY POOR CUTTER SETTING.

If your mower 1s do mg a ragged uneven job of mowing rt does not necessarily ean ha he ades needs arpe g.. In most instances 1t simply means that the cutter needs re-ad1ustmg With use. the cutter and bottom blade gradually wear aw;ry from each other causing theg ass to be d agged through and not cut cleanly. The blades maintain a better edge so long as they are very lightly touching

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The action of a Scott Bonnar reel type mower produces a scissor-like cut and therefore the cutter adjustment is all­important to the finished appearance of the lawn.

2. SMOOTH, EVEN CUTTING EFFECTED BY CORRECT CUTTER SETTING.

From time to t ime depending on frequency of use and conditions of your lawn area, your mower will require adjustment of the cutter setting. You will benefit by becoming conversant with the simple procedure required to maintain peak cutting efficiency.

THE CORRECT PROCEDURE FOR CUTTER ADJUSTMENT IS SET OUT IN THIS BOOK UNDER "CUTTER SETTING'.'

Cutting cylinder and bottom ~UTTER blade lightly touch i ng .

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3. THE FRONT ROLLER HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE ADJUSTMENT OF THE CUTTING BLADES.

It merely serves as the adjustment for HEIGHT of cut, allowing the cutter to pass across the grass at the desired height of cut.

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FITTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE EDGE CUTTING ATTACHMENT

(THE EDGING ATIACHMENT IS AN OPTIONAL EXTRA)

Bolt edge cutter support bracket to mower s1deframe with curved slot in bracket towards the front Bolt holes are provided in s1deframe near front of mo,ver To attach the cutter assembly to the supporting bracket remove clamping nut and washer from cutter assembl Enter the clamping bolt in the curved slot and the fixed pivot pin 1n the small hole Replace nut and washer finger tight to hold cutter assembly in place Loop drive belt over the blade. and rotate blade by hand to pass belt into the cutter pulley Fit bell over top pulley and set blade to required depth of cut by pivotting cutter Tension belt by sliding cutter forward on pivot block. Tighten clamping nut It is not necessary to remove the cutter when mowing. It can be p1votted upwards clear of the ground with belt looped around the guard.

POWER LAWNMOWER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Know your controls. Read the owner"s manual 8. Do not operate engine in a confined space where carefully. Know how to stop engine quickly in any exhaust fumes (carbon monoxide) can collect. emergency.

9. Stop the engine whenever you leave the mower. Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks. stones, bones. 10. Stop the engine before pushing mower across gravel wire and debris. drives, walks or roads. Stop the engine and disconnect spark plug wire 11 . Do not allow chi ldren or people unfamiliar with these before checking or working on the mower. instruct ions to use the mower. Check all nuts, bolts and screws. Use only replace- 12. On slopes or wet grass, be extra careful of your ment parts made and guaranteed by the original foot ing. manufacturer of your mower.

Add fuel BEFORE starting engine. Avoid spilling 13. Do not over-speed the engine or alter governor

petrol and do not fill the tank while engine is running settings.

or while you are smoking. 14. Store fuel in a cool place in a container specifically

Do not mow barefoot or in open sandals. designed tor the purpose. In general. plastic con-tainers are unsuitable.

Disengage all cutter and drive clutches before 15. Never attempt to clear grass or obstructions from a starting. mower while the engine is running.

WARRANTY

ROVER. scon BONNAR UNDERTAKES TO AEPAfR OR RE.Pt.ACE l lffiiOUT CHARGE TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER ANY PART OF E >'ER ' SHALL FAIL WITHIN A PERIOD OF TWELVE MONTHS FROl.4 THE DATE Of PURCHASE WHERE lN THE OPINION OF ROVER. scon BO NAR SUCH f URE IS DUE TO DEFECT IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP EMBODIED I THE WER WHERE THE MOWER IS USED FOR OTHER THA DOMESTIC PURPOSES THE WARRANTY SHALL CONTINUE FO R A PERIOD OF TliREE MONTHS Y THE OBLIGATIONS OF ROVER, scon BO AR SHALL EXTEND ON y TO REPAIRING OR REPLACING SUCH PART AT ITS SERVICE BRANCHES OR ATTKE PREMISES OF AN AUTHORISED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS

All transportation charges on, and damages and loss incurred in connecltOO with the transportation of mowers or parts submitted for repair under this warranty shall be borne by the purchaser. This warranty does not apply to defects which, in the opinion of Rover, Scott Bonnar are caused by accident, wear or tear, misuse or neglect, or by interference wrth the construction of the machine as completed by the manufacturers. Items such as cleaning of spark plugs and carburettor jets, adjustment of cutters etc. are not covered under this warranty. While the services of our representatives are available to carry out minor adjustments, a charge is made to cover travelling and time involved. Warranty in respect of the engine is as laid down by the engine manufacturer.

Due to our constant efforts to improve the performance and design of our product slight variations from the illustrations may occur.

33·47 HOLLAND STREET, THEBARTON , ADELAIDE, SOUTH AUSTRALIA, 5031 TELEPHONE: 43 9155

SOUTH AUSTRALIA: Rover, Scott Bonnar 33·47 Holland Street, Thebarton 5031 Telephone: 43 9155

WESTERN AUSTRALIA: Rover, Scott Bonnar. 104 Belgravia Street, Belmont. 6104 Telephone. 277 1288

SERVICE CENTRES

TASMANIA: P.O. Box 248C, Hobart. 7001 Telephone: 72 3177 43 Cypress Street, Launceston. 7250 Telephone: 31 2282

QUEENSLAND: Rover, Scott Bonnar. Cnr. Ferret & Links Ave., Eagle Farm, Brisbane. 4007 Telephone: 268 2571

NORTH QUEENSLAND: Rover, Scott Bonnar. Railway Avenue. Railway Estate, Townsvllle. 4810 Telephone: 72 3714

NEW SOUTH WALES:

Rover, Scott Bonnar. 6 Epic Place, Chester Hill. 2162 Telephone: 645 3555

VICTORIA:

Rover, Scott Bonnar. 28 Treforest Drive, Clayton. 3168 Telephone: 543 3377