Bluebird S22H5DA Manuale Utente

MANUAL NO. 107176 REV. 04 (03/24/03)Operators Manual Models:PR18B5FAPR18B5NRAPR18GH5NRAPR18H5DAPR18H5FAPR18H5NRAPR18NEFAPR22B5FAPR22B5NRAPR22B8FAPR22B

10Fuel systemClose the fuel valve.• Only store fuel in containers approved for thatpurpose.• Never remove the fuel cap and fill the fuel tankwhen the

11SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSDisconnect the spark plug cable before repair work.Maintenance• Never make adjustments with the enginerunning.• Disengage the dri

12PRESENTATIONPresentationCongratulations on your choice of an exceptionallyhigh quality product. This operator’s manualdescribes the BlueBird dethatc

13CONTROLSMain components and operating instruments1. Engine2. Depth lever3. Knob for collapsible handle4. Clutch bail5. Handle6. Shaft guard7. Belt

14Cutting unitDepth leverUse the depth lever to raise and lower the bladesbetween working and transport position. The depthlever has a lock-out bolt t

15Blade versatilityFlail bladeThatch is the dense layer of clippings, roots andstems that forms between the soil and the base ofthe grass. As thatch b

16IMPORTANT INFORMATIONClear the lawn of any debris.Clearly mark rocks and other fixed objects.Be especially sure to check for hiddenelectrical cables

17Check the engine oil levelReplace engine oil 1)Check the air filterClean the air filter 2)Replace air filter cartridge 2)Clean sludge reservoir for

18MAINTENANCECutting unitChecking the drive belt1. Allow the engine to cool.2. Remove the spark plug cable.3. Remove the belt guard (see illustration)

19MAINTENANCEWear/Rotation/Replacing flail bladesAfter you have used your dethatcher for some time,the blades will begin to wear on the striking edge.

2TABLE OF CONTENTSOperating Instructions forLawn Dethatcherwith supplement for accessoriesIntroduction ...

201234MAINTENANCEReplacing worn flail blades1. Allow the engine to cool.2. Disconnect the spark plug.3. Tip the machine forward; see the section ”Twom

21Wear/Replacing spring tinesOver time and due to wear, the tines will diminishin length. When the tines can no longer be adjustedto comb 6 mm (1/4&qu

22MAINTENANCETwo minute ruleThe machine may be tipped forward to facilitateaccess for cleaning or service, but no longer than2 minutes.If the machine

23LUBRICATIONLubrication scheduleGeneralStop the engine and remove the ignition cable before attempting to lubricate the machine.Wipe away excessive g

24LUBRICATION1. BladesCover the blades with a thin coat of oil to avoidrust. This is particularly important prior to winterstorage or if the machine w

25TROUBLESHOOTINGSymptom Cause ActionThe engine will not start• User error Fuel valve closed. Open the fuel valve.Choke valve open. Close the choke wi

26STORAGETo ready the machine for storage, follow thesesteps:1. Clean the machine carefully, particularly thechassis and working equipment. Mend damag

271. Handle2. Oil refill engine3. Clutch cable4. Clutch bailAssembly – delivery service1. Rotate the handle and tighten it in place.2. Fill the engine

28ActionDate, stamp, signatureSERVICE JOURNALDelivery service1. Break the packaging and make sure the machine has not beendamaged in transport.2. Wher

29SERVICE JOURNALActionDate, stamp, signature

3INTRODUCTIONCongratulationsThank you for purchasing a BlueBird lawn care product. Through your confidence in us, you havechosen an exceptionally high

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4 WARNING!Xxxx xxx xxxx xx xxxx x xxxx.SYMBOLS AND DECALSUsed in this publication to notify the reader of arisk of personal injur

5SYMBOLS AND DECALSLocation of decals1356789101112132,4661. BlueBird logo2. Model designation PR183. Model designation PR224. Height setting5. Seeder

6SYMBOLS AND DECALSDecal 10Important informationRead and make sure you understand the Operator’sManual before use or maintenance.To obtain a replaceme

7SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING!Under no circumstances may the originaldesign of the machine be modifiedwithout written appr

8• Make sure nobody else is in the vicinity of themachine when you start the engine, engagethe drive or run the machine.• Make sure animals and people

9Operating• Do not use the machine on grades of morethan 20°. We recommend working acrossslopes rather than up and down. This will yielda more even re