CG RID u&m 02/J-Cop - Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE
ADJUSTMENT TO BLADE ENGAGEMENT AND BRAKE
If there seem to be problems in
engaging the blade or the time
for stopping when it has been
disengaged is over 5 seconds,
the spring’s (1) tension will need
to the adjusted.
To make this adjustment, loosen
the nuts (2) and screw or
unscrew them on the control rod
(4) in order to achieve a length of
88 mm measured from the outer
part of the eyelets when the blade is engaged and when the cutting height adjusting
lever is in position “1”. When the adjustment has been made, re-tighten the
nuts (2) against the pivot (3).
➤ For hydrostatic drive models:
ADJUSTING THE SPEED CHANGE LEVER
The speed change lever has a clutch device
which keeps it in the position selected during
forward movement and which returns the lever to
neutral when brake is operated.
If the lever does not stay in position during
working and has difficulty in returning to neutral,
the adjuster nut (1) will need to be registered to
restore normal functioning.
SHARPENING THE BLADE
A blade that is badly sharpened tears at the grass,
reduces collection and makes the lawn turn yellow.
To remove the blade, hold it firmly wearing strong
gloves and undo the central screw (1).
Sharpen the two cutting edges using a medium
2
4
3
1
ENG 35
88
mm
1
1