544951G

JR SODCUTTER 6.5HP B&S 12"

544952G

JR SODCUTTER 6.5HP B&S 18"

544953C

JR SODCUTTER 5.5HP HONDA 12"

544954C

JR SODCUTTER 5.5HP HONDA 18"

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the

State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

Battery posts, terminals, wiring insulation, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

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IMPORTANT MESSAGE

Thank you for purchasing this Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. product. You have purchased a world class product, one of the best designed and built anywhere.

This machine comes with an Operation and Parts Manual. The useful life and good service you receive from this machine depends to a large extent on how well you read and understand this manual. Treat your machine properly, lubricate and adjust it as instructed, and it will give you many years of reliable service.

Your safe use of this Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. product is one of our prime design objectives. Many safety features are built in, but we also rely on your good sense and care to achieve accident-free operation. For best protection, study the manual thoroughly. Learn the proper operation of all controls. Observe all safety precautions. Follow all instructions and warnings completely. Do not remove or defeat any safety features. Make sure those who operate this machine are as well informed and careful in its use as you are.

See a Ryan dealer for any service or parts needed. Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. service ensures that you continue to receive the best results possible from Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. products. You can trust Ryan replacement parts because they are manufactured with the same high precision and quality as the original parts.

Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. designs and builds its equipment to serve many years in a safe and productive manner. For longest life, use this machine only as directed in the manual, keep it in good repair and follow safety warnings and instructions. You'll always be glad you did.

Schiller Grounds Care, Inc.

One Bob Cat Lane

Johnson Creek, WI 53038-0469

TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................................................................. PAGE

SAFETY .........................................................................................................................................................2-5

SET-UP ............................................................................................................................................................. 6

LABELS ........................................................................................................................................................ 7, 8

CONTROLS ...................................................................................................................................................... 9

OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................. 10, 11

ADJUSTMENTS ........................................................................................................................................12-14

MAINTENANCE/STORAGE ......................................................................................................................15-23

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................................... 24

SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................................................................................... 25

NOTES ........................................................................................................................................................... 26

PARTS SECTION ........................................................................................................................................... 27

DRIVE ASSEMBLY AND SIDE COVER ...................... FIGURE 1 ........................................................... 28,29

GEAR CASE................................................................ FIGURE 2 ........................................................... 30,31

SIDE ARMS, PITMAN ARMS, AND HANDLES ........... FIGURE 3 ............................................................ 32,33

HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY ........................................... FIGURE 4 ............................................................ 34,35

MOLE BLADE KIT ....................................................... FIGURE 5 ............................................................ 36,37

TRENCHING KIT ......................................................... FIGURE 6 ........................................................... .38,39

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NOTICE !!!

Unauthorized modifications may present extreme safety hazards to operators and bystanders and could also result in product damage.

Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. strongly warns against, rejects and disclaims any modifications, add-on accessories or product alterations that are not designed, developed, tested and approved by Schiller

Grounds Care, Inc. Engineering Department. Any

Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. product that is altered, modified or changed in any manner not specifically authorized after original manufacture–including the addition of “after-market” accessories or component parts not specifically approved by Schiller Grounds

Care, Inc. will result in the Schiller Grounds Care,

Inc. Warranty being voided.

Any and all liability for personal injury and/or property damage caused by any unauthorized modifications, add-on accessories or products not approved by Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. will be considered the responsibility of the individual(s) or company designing and/or making such changes.

Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. will vigorously pursue full indemnification and costs from any party responsible for such unauthorized post-manufacture modifications and/or accessories should personal injury and/or property damage result.

This symbol means:

ATTENTION!

BECOME ALERT!

Your safety and the safety of others is involved.

Signal word definitions

:

The signal words below are used to identify levels of hazard seriousness. These words appear in this manual and on the safety labels attached to Schiller

Grounds Care, Inc. machines. For your safety and the safety of others, read and follow the information given with these signal words and/or the symbol shown above.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices or property damage.

CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in property damage.

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MODEL NUMBER: This number appears on sales literature, technical manuals and price lists.

SERIAL NUMBER: This number appears only on your mower. It contains the model number followed consecutively by the serial number.

Use this number when ordering parts or seeking warranty information.

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SAFETY

MACHINE PREPARATION

Operator preparation and training

Read the Operation & Safety

Manual

– If an operator or mechanic cannot read English, it is the owner's responsibility to explain this material to them. If any portion of this material is unclear, contact your factory representative for clarification.

– Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls and safety signs.

Be prepared to stop the engine quickly in an emergency. Do not operate or allow another person to operate this machine if there are any questions about safety.

– All operators and mechanics should be trained.

The owner is responsible for training the users.

– Wear appropriate clothing, including safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating. Do not operate barefoot or wearing open sandals. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.

– Wear hearing protection.

– Wear safety glasses.

– Never allow underage children, unskilled or improperly trained people to operate this equipment. Local regulations can restrict the age of the operator.

– Keep warning labels and this operator's manual legible and intact. Replacement labels and manuals are available from the factory.

– Do not operate machine while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

– The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other people or property.

SITE PREPARATION AND CIRCUMSTANCES

– Evaluate the terrain to determine how to safely perform the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved by the manufacturer.

– Clear the area to be cut of objects such as rocks, toys, wire or other debris that may be thrown or get tangled in the sod cutter.

– Be sure the area is clear of pets and people, especially young children. Never assume they will remain where you last saw them. Stop the machine if any enter the area.

– Cut sod only in daylight or in good artificial light.

MACHINE PREPARATION

– Check operator presence interlock system and brake operation. Adjust or repair any problems before using.

– Do not tamper with or defeat safety devices.

Keep guards, shields and interlock safety devices in place and in proper working condition. They are for your protection.

– Keep all fasteners such as nuts, bolts and pins well secured.

– Visually inspect blade and blade bolts for wear or damage. Replace worn or damaged blades and bolts.

– Verify that machine and attachments, if any, are in good operating condition.

– Do not engage blade until ready to cut sod.

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OPERATING SAFELY

IN GENERAL

– Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

– Use caution when making turns and crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop blade when not cutting sod.

– Do not run the engine in an enclosed area where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.

– Never leave a machine unattended. Always turn off blade and stop engine when leaving the operator position. When leaving the machine be sure the wheel drive clutch is engaged.

– Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling machine towards you.

STARTING

– Start according to instructions in this manual or on the machine.

– Before attempting to start the engine, make sure the master clutch is disengaged.

_ When starting the engine, make sure hands and feet are clear of the blade.

– Do not change engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed can increase the hazard of personal injury.

OPERATING ON SLOPES

USE EXTRA CARE WHEN WORKING ON

SLOPES

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Do not operate on slopes if uneasy or uncertain.

Ultimate responsibility for safe operation on slopes rests with the operator.

- Do not operate on steep slopes.

- Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual.

- Do not cut sod near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The machine could suddenly turn over if a wheel runs over the edge or an edge caves in.

- Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then turn slowly and downhill when possible.

- Be sure of your footing on slopes.

INTERRUPTING OPERATION

- Before leaving the operator's position:

- Park on level ground.

- Disengage the master clutch.

- Shut off the engine.

- Disengage the master clutch and wait until the blade stops moving then disengage the blade clutch:.

- when not cutting sod;

- for transport;

- when crossing surfaces other than grass.

- Stop the engine, disengage the master clutch and wait until the blade stops moving:

- before refueling;

- before making blade adjustment .

- Stop the engine, disengage the master clutch, and disconnect the spark plug wire(s):

- before clearing blockages;

- before checking, cleaning or working on the machine;

- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for damage and make repairs before restarting;

- if the machine begins to vibrate abnormally: shut off machine immediately. Inspect and make repairs as needed before restarting;

- except for repairs or adjustments as specifically noted, such as for carburetor adjustment, where the engine must be running. Keep hands and feet clear of moving parts in these circumstances.

- Allow the blade to come to a complete stop when stopping operation to clear blockages, unclog, inspect the machine, do maintenance or repair.

- Reduce the throttle setting during engine shutdown and, if the engine is provided with a shutoff valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of operation.

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MAINTENANCE SAFETY

In general

- Maintain machine according to manufacturer's schedule and instructions for maximum safety and best results.

- Park machine on level ground.

- Never allow untrained personnel to service machine.

- Adjust or repair only after the engine has been stopped and the blade has stopped moving.

- Replace parts if worn, damaged or faulty.

For best results, always replace with parts recommended by the manufacturer.

- Do not dismantle the machine without releasing or restraining forces which may cause parts to move suddenly.

- Provide adequate support, e.g. jack stands for lifted machine or parts if working beneath.

- Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

- Clean up spilled oil or fuel thoroughly.

- Replace faulty mufflers.

- To reduce fire hazards, keep the engine, muffler, and fuel storage area free of grass, leaves, debris buildup or grease.

Blades

The sod cutter blade is sharp and can cut. Use extra caution when handling. Remove obstructions with care. Wrap the blade or wear gloves.

- Only replace blade. Never straighten or weld.

WARNING

- Keep other persons away from blades.

WARNING

Fuel

- Gasoline and diesel fuels are flammable; gasoline vapors are explosive. Use extra care when handling.

- Store only in containers specifically designed for fuel.

- When refueling or checking fuel level:

- Stop the engine and allow to cool;

- Do not smoke;

- Refuel outdoors only;

- Use a funnel;

- Do not overfill;

- If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine until the spill is cleaned up and vapors have cleared.

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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Disconnect spark plug wire(s) before doing any maintenance.

-

Particular care must be taken when adjusting the

-

carburetor while the engine is running. Keep hands and feet clear. Shut off blades.

When working underneath lifted parts or machines, make sure adequate support is provided.

-

Do not dismantle the machine without releasing or

-

-

restraining forces which can cause parts to move suddenly.

Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

Sparks from static electricity can start fires or cause explosions. Flowing fuel can generate static electricity. To prevent static electricity sparks:

- Keep containers electrically grounded. Do not fill containers in a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Fill containers on the ground away from the vehicle.

- When practical, remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If equipment must be refueled on the truck or trailer, refuel from a portable container rather than a dispenser nozzle.

- Keep the dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

- Replace caps on fuel cans and tanks securely.

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SET-UP

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To prevent injury, wear eye protection and stand clear whe cutting banding. Banding is under tension and may snap back when cut.

1. Remove crate top, sides and plastic covering unit. Remove the banding attaching the Jr. Sodcutter to the pallet.

2. Roll the Jr. Sodcutter off the pallet. The unit can also be driven off the pallet, but first read the Safety,

Controls, and Operation sections of this manual, then check the oil and add gas.

3. Dispose of pallet, crate, plastic and banding in a responsible manner.

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LABELS

ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL:

Move forward to increase engine speed.

Move rearward to decrease engine speed.

MASTER CLUTCH:

Move lever forward to engage.

Move lever rearward to disengage.

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LABELS

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8

4163592

524485 524486

Rotate lever counter clockwise to engage sodcutter blade drive.

Rotate lever clockwise to disengage sodcutter blade drive.

Rotate lever counter clockwise to engage wheel drive.

Rotate lever clockwise to disengage wheel drive.

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MASTER CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER(A)

Engages / disengages drive belt. Applies brake to drive belt when pulled FIRMLY to rear.

THROTTLE CONTROL (B)

Controls engine speed.

ENGINE SWITCH

(Located on the engine)

Move to "ON" position to start engine. Move to

"OFF" position to stop the engine.

OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL (C)

With master clutch control engaged, engine will stop if operator presence lever is not depressed.

BLADE DEPTH CONTROL LEVER (D)

Raises or lowers cutting blade.

BLADE DEPTH CONTROL LOCKING LEVER (E)

Locking lever holds blade depth control in desired position.

BLADE ANGLE LOCKING LEVER (F)

Locks blade angle.

DEPTH STOP (G)

Allows resetting of blade depth to the previous cutting height.

BLADE AND WHEEL SHIFTER HANDLES (H & J)

Engage and disengage blade for cutting and gears for driving Sodcutter.

CASTER WHEEL LOCKING LEVER (K)

Allows for straight cutting when locked (down) and curved cutting when unlocked (up).

"DISENGAGED"

GEAR

CASE

"ENGAGED"

SHIFTER

SHIFTER HANDLE

CONTROLS

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OPERATION Jr.

Sodcutter

PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST

(OPERATOR'S RESPONSIBILITY)

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

- Review and follow all safety rules and safety decal instructions.

1. Be familiar with the controls, how each functions, and what each operates.

- Check that all safety decals are installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.

2.. Check engine oil level. Add oil if necessary, following the engine manufacturer's recommendations. Refer to engine manual supplied with machine.

- Check to make sure all shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition.

3. Open the fuel valve.

- Check that all hardware is properly installed and secured.

4. Fill the fuel tank with the amount and type of fuel recommended by the engine manufacturer.

- Check to be sure engine is free of dirt and debris. Pay particular attention to the cooling fins, governor parts and muffler. Clean air intake screen. Check air cleaner; service is necessary.

5. CHOKE: For cold starts, set the throttle lever to the half-open position and move the choke to the

ON position. For warm starts set the throttle to the half-open position and the choke to the OFF position.

- Inspect area. Remove stones or other hard objects that might cause damage.

OPERATOR PRESENCE INTERLOCK SYSTEM

- Check that there are no underground utilities in work area.

To start the engine:

- The master clutch must be disengaged.

- Check all lubrication points and grease as instructed in manual.

- Perform a functional check of the safety interlock system each time you operate the unit. If it doesn't work, repair before using the machine.

To operate the machine:

- The operator must hold down the operator presence lever or engaging the master clutch will kill the engine.

Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain conditions. BE SURE to install fuel cap after refueling.

Fill fuel tank with good quality, clean, unleaded regular gasoline to the level recommended by the engine manufacturer.

TO CHECK OR ADD FUEL:

- Use a funnel to avoid spilling.

- Do it outdoors.

- Do not smoke.

- Stop the engine; allow to cool.

- Do not overfill.

- Clean up spilled fuel.

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STARTING THE ENGINE

1. Move the engine switch to the "ON" position.

2. Pull the recoil starter to start the engine.

3. If the choke is ON when the engine starts, gradually back it off until the engine runs with no choke at all.

MOVING OF UNIT

To move unit without running blade:

1. Place blade shifter handle in "disengaged" position (handle will point straight out from unit)

See Figure 1.

2. Set engine speed to slow.

3. Engage drive shifter handle.

4. Depress operator presence control.

5. Engage master clutch control lever.

6. Adjust throttle to desired walking speed.

To move unit without running the engine, put drive shifter handle and clutch control lever in the

"disengaged" position. Push unit to move it.

"DISENGAGED"

SHIFTER HANDLE

GEAR

CASE

"ENGAGED"

SHIFTER

OPERATION

CUTTING SOD

WARNING: Underground utilities. Electrocution, explosion, service disruption risk.

Before beginning any work, check with the local authorities for underground utility location and depth. Do not operate where there is any risk of contacting underground utilities. Contacting buried utilities could result in a service outage.

Contacting buried electrical wires could result in electrocution. Contacting a buried gas line could result in an explosion.

This precaution is especially important when using attachments such as the mole blade or trencher which operate at greater depths.

1. Move machine to the area where sod is to be cut. With the engine off and the master clutch disengaged, stand on the right side of the machine. Loosen the Blade Depth Control

Locking Lever with your right hand, then use the handle bar to tip the machine forward and hold it with your left hand. Lower the Blade Depth

Control Lever with your right hand until it hits the preset Depth Stop. Tighten the Locking Lever.

2. Start the engine, then engage the wheel drive and the blade drive with the Wheel Drive Shifter

Lever and the Blade Drive Shifter Lever.

3. For straight cutting, leave the caster wheel locking lever down. For cutting irregular or curved shapes, raise the caster wheel locking lever up and forward.

4. Adjust the throttle to full speed. With the machine tipped forward, engage the Master

Clutch. The machine will start moving forward and the blade drive will operate. Lower the machine into the sod and cut for a short distance.

5. Stop the machine and check the sod thickness.

Adjust the Depth Stop and blade if necessary.

See Adjustment section.

6. Continue cutting. At the end of each pass lift up on the handle to raise the blade out of the sod and turn around for the next pass.

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ADJUSTMENTS

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DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT

Keep belt free of oil and dirt, and adjusted to proper tension at all times.

ENGINE

PULLEY

BELT

DRIVE

PULLEY

Belt tension is adjusted by loosening four (4) engine mounting bolts and shifting engine on the base.

ENGINE

BOLT

ENGINE

IDLER

PULLEY

Belt tension is correct when the distance between the roll pin and sleeve on the master clutch rod is

1" to 1 1/4" (25-30mm) when the master clutch is engaged.

ENGINE

MOUNT PLATE

1" (25.4 mm) BLOCK

BRAKE BAND ADJUSTMENT

When adjusted properly:

- With the Master Clutch Control Lever engaged, the brake band is not braking the large drive pulley.

- When the Master Clutch Control Lever is disengaged, there will be some brakig occuring on the large drive pulley.

- When the Master Clutch Control Lever is disengaged, and pulled back firmly, the brake will fully stop the large drive pulley.

Start the machine, and check for proper operation.

Readjust if necessary. IF the engine kills when engaging the Master clutch Control Lever, the brake may be set too tight.

Brake Band

Lock Nut

1. For less braking, loosen the locknut, unscrew the adjusting screw, then retighten the locknut.

2. For more braking, loosen the locknut, turn the adjusting screw in, then retighten the locknut.

ADJUSTING DEPTH OF CUT

3/4" (20mm) is a good general starting depth of cut.

Depth of cut can be varied from there depending on conditions and what you are trying to accomplish.

1. Make an initial depth setting. Park the machine on a hard surface. Loosen depth control locking lever E and lower depth control lever D until the blade rests on the surface.

Guard Support Rod

Adjusting Screw

4. Re-adjust the depth gauge G and depth control lever D if necessary.

NOTE: Numbers on depth gauge do not necessarily represent thickness of sod being cut. The numbers are useful as a reference for making changes.

2. Loosen the depth gauge lock E and set top of depth gauge G to the 3/4" (20mm) mark on the label. Tighten the depth gauge lock knob to secure the depth gauge setting.

3. Use your left hand to tip the machine forward while lowering the depth control lever D until the depth control crossbar hits the Depth Stop G.

Tighten the locking lever E to lock in the depth setting, make a trial run in turf. Check the depth of cut.

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ADJUSTING OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL

1. To adjust operator presence cable, pull clutch control handle A rearward as far as possible.

2. Press operator presence handle (right handlebar) down as far as possible.

3. Adjust cable until the pivot arm C contacts the arm extending from the operator presence switch

B.

4. Tighten cable clamp to secure cable. Check for proper operation.

BLADE ANGLE (PITCH)

Under normal operating conditions, blade angle is minimal (blade bottom is flat). In extremely hard soil or when cutting with a dull blade, the blade may want to ride out of the ground. It may then help to adjust blade angle forward (see

Adjusting Blade Angle below). A short trial run will indicate which is the best blade angle.

NOTE: Extreme blade angles put extra stress on the side arms. To reduce stress on the machine, operate with the flattest blade angle that gives satisfactory results.

DRIVE

WHEEL

ADJUSTMENTS

Cover removed for clarity

SIDE ARM

BLADE

BOTTOM

BLADE

ANGLE

(Pitch)

ADJUSTING BLADE ANGLE (PITCH)

1. Loosen blade angle control locking lever F and move H-frame forward or backward until blade is at desired angle (pitch).

2. Tighten blade angle control locking lever F.

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ADJUSTMENTS

HANDLE SUPPORT SPRING

This spring S helps support the handle. If the four (4) isolator handle mounts are sagging or distorted, the two locking adjustment nuts T can be tighted downward to increase the spring force and raise the handle.

HANDLE STOP BOLTS

These two bolts Y limit the amount of handle movement.

This prevents damage to the handle isolators, and provides positive control of the machine when extra effort is required to lift or turn. The rear stop bolt position is adjustable..

Loosen the two bolts X on the bolt centering plates on each side and tighten with the stop bolts centered in the two handle holes Z.

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When replacement parts are required, use genuine

Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. parts or parts with equivalent characteristics, including type, strength and material. Failure to do so may result in product malfunction and possible injury to the operator and/or bystanders.

Carbon monoxide present in the exhaust is an odorless and deadly gas. Never start or run the engine inside where exhaust fumes can collect.

Provide enough fresh air to keep fumes from getting too strong.

Replace any warning decal that becomes illegible immediately.

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DAILY MAINTENANCE

To Check:

1. Start the engine and run at 1/2 throttle with the master clutch disengaged.

Lubrication:

Operator Presence System

For the engine to run, the Operator Presence

Lever must be held when the Master Clutch

Control is engaged.

The gear case is initially filled with 3 1/2 pints

(1.7 L) of EP 140 Gear Lube. Do not add to this amount unless oil is changed or lost through leakage. Gear case drain plug D.

On all pressurized lubrication fittings use a good grade of Lithium Based lubricant.

2. Engage the master clutch holding the Operator

Presence Lever. Release the operator presence lever and the engine should stop.

The Jr. Sodcutter has 6 lubrication fittings.

Lubricate pitman arms (1 each side) and side arms (1 each side) after every 4 hours of use.

Repair the machine before using if the Operator

Presence System does not kill the engine.

Lubricate side arm pivots (1 each side - top of unit) after every 8 hours of use.

Blades:

Check for damage. Replace any broken, cracked or otherwise damaged blades. Do not weld or straighten blades. Replace or sharpen dull blades. See sharpening instructions.

Check gear case lubricant level using dipstick

E located on top of gear case. Check lube with dipstick sitting on threads, do not screw in.

Hardware:

Tighten any nuts and bolts that are found loose.

Replace any broken or missing cotter pins.

Repair any other problems before operating.

Engine:

See engine manual for oil change intervals and oil specifications. See engine manual for air cleaner service intervals and service procedure.

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BLADE SHARPENING

1. Hand file bottom blade at 45

O

angle until no flat remains.

2. To keep cutting edge less than 1/16" (1.5mm) on 45 O angle, grind milled surface back at 15 O to less than 1/16"(1.5mm).

3. Hand file side blades at 45

O

until no flat remains.

4. To keep cutting edge less than 1/16"(1.5mm) on

45 O angle, grind milled surface back at 15 O to less than 1/16"(1.5mm).

MAINTENANCE

BOTTOM BLADE

45 O

FILE

DIRECTION

15 O

1/16" (1.5mm)

Maximum

SURFACE

SMOOTH

(No Burrs)

SIDE BLADE

THIS SURFACE SMOOTH

(No Burrs)

FILE

DIRECTION

MILLED

EDGE

FILE

DIRECTION

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MAINTENANCE

DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

1. Remove shield on left side of unit.

2. Remove nut securing brake band to clutch control rod.

3. Remove cotter pin on outside of guard support rod and move brake band over to nut on rod.

4. Loosen two bolts A securing belt guide to provide clearance when removing belt.

5. Remove belt from engine pulley. To do this, loosen upper and lower belt guards, or remove the engine pulley.

6. Install new belt in reverse procedure. Route the belt as shown.

7. Adjust belt and brake band. See Adjustment

Section.

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DRIVE CHAIN REMOVAL 7. Drain oil out of front cavity on case, and turn drive wheels until master link is on top of sprocket.

1. Raise unit, place on adequate supports and remove belt guard.

2. Remove four (4) screws securing gear case cover.

8. Connect new chain to old with master link.

Rotate drive wheels until new chain is pulled around. Remove old chain and connect new chain with a new master link.

3. Remove throttle cable from engine and lay behind cam case.

4. Remove dipstick from cover.

5. Remove screw, flat washer, nut and bushing from right lower side of "H" frame.

9. Complete installation by reversing procedure

Clean mating surfaces on case and cover. Apply

3M Scotch Grip 847 or an equivalent adhesive to case cover before installation.

6. Using a screwdriver, lift gear case cover to break sealant bond and remove cover.

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DRIVE WHEEL CHAIN SPROCKET SHAFT

1. Follow steps 1 thru 7 in drive chain removal section.

2. Remove master link and remove chain from top sprocket.

3. Remove both drive wheels and axle keys.

4. Remove seal in case and snap ring retaining bearing in case.

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5. Install axle nut on end of shaft, opposite the side of snap ring previously removed.

6. Using a soft hammer (lead, brass, etc.), drive shaft out of case. Sprocket can now be removed by lifting up on chain.

7. Top sprocket and chain should be checked for wear and replaced if necessary.

8. Reassemble in reverse procedure using new seals and gaskets.

BRAKE BAND REPLACEMENT AND

ADJUSTMENT

1. Remove belt guard.

2. Remove old brake band.

Retain all hardware.

3. Install new brake band with the large loop and hardware at the lower mounting point (on guard support rod).

4. Loosen the lock nut and the adjustment screw on the new brake band. Engage the Clutch Control lever and tighten the adjustment screw until the brake band is pulled snug against the belt. (See

Brake Band Adjustment, pg. 5) Tighten the lock nut on brake adjustment screw. Make a test run. Stop engine and re-adjust brake band if necessary.

5. Re-install belt guard using original hardware.

NOTE: Make sure that cotter pin does not interfere with drive belt.

Routine brake band adjustment is necessary as the band and belt wear.

If brake band is not correctly attached to clutch control link, idler arm will rotate backward away from belt and no drive will occur.

Brake Band

Guard Support Rod

Lock Nut

Adjusting Screw

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Sodcutter

UPPER DRIVE SPROCKET & SHAFT

1. Follow steps 1 thru 6 in drive chain removal section.

2. Remove master link from chain. Chain does not need to be removed from lower sprocket.

3. Remove drive shifter assembly from gear case.

4. Remove blade and side arms from pivot brackets for easier access.

5. Remove plugs on both ends of shaft.

6. Remove snap rings B from left bearing.

7. Using a punch and soft hammer (lead, leather, etc.), drive shaft out left side of unit and remove large gear.

8. Using a bearing puller or slide hammer, remove bearing. Shaft is now removable through cam case cover opening.

9. Dog clutch half is removable from gear by removing snap ring.

10. Assemble in reverse procedure.

11. After installing blade shifter assembly, adjust dog clutch to provide .015" (0.39 mm) clearance between clutch faces, as shown.

12. Apply 3M Scotch Grip adhesive or an equivalent to gear case cover before installation.

.015

(0.39 mm)

BLADE DRIVE CHAIN REPLACEMENT

NOTE: To prevent small components from falling down into oil cavities and causing damage to unit, cover opening with clean rags, cardboard, etc.

1. Follow steps 1 thru 6 in drive chain removal section.

2. Remove bottom screw on bearing cage to drain oil from rear cavity.

3. Rotate pulley shaft until master link is to front of top sprocket. Remove master link.

4. Rotate blade drive shaft until chain is free.

5. Install new chain in reverse procedure. Use 3M

Scotch Grip 847 or an equivalent adhesive on case cover and bearing retainer screw.

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Jr.

Sodcutter

PULLEY SHAFT

1. Follow steps 1 thru 4 in belt replacement section and steps 2 thru 6 in drive chain removal section.

2. Remove blade from unit and remove left side arm.

3. Remove blade shifter assembly.

4. Turn pulley until master link is on top of sprocket.

Remove chain from top sprocket.

5. Remove belt pulley and key.

6. Remove four (4) bearing cage screws and pull gears out left side of unit. Dog clutch and double sprocket will slide off as shaft is removed.

7. To remove gear and bearing, remove snap ring, slide gear off shaft and remove key. Remove bearing snap ring and remove bearing.

8. Assemble in reverse procedure. After blade shifter assembly is installed, adjust dog clutch to provide .015" (0.39 mm) clearance between clutch faces, as shown.

9. Apply 3M Scotch Grip 847 adhesive or equivalent to gear case cover before installation.

MAINTENANCE

.015

(0.39 mm)

21

MAINTENANCE

BLADE SPROCKET SHAFT

1. Follow steps 1 thru 6 in pulley shaft section.

2. Loosen clamp screw on left pitman arm C and remove from shaft.

3. Loosen clamp screw in eccentric assembly D and remove.

4. Remove two (2) top screws securing the other side arm assembly. Side arm, shaft and pitman arm, are now removable by pulling side arm out.

5. Remove eccentric and both bearing cages E. Put a pan under rear portion of case to catch oil from case cavity.

6. Push shaft to left of case, lift right end of shaft out of case with bearings and sprocket intact.

7. To remove sprocket, press bearing from shaft, and slide sprocket off.

8. Assemble in reverse procedure. After blade shifter assembly is installed, adjust dog clutch to provide .015" (0.39 mm) clearance between clutch faces, as shown.

NOTE: End play on shaft must not exceed .005

(.127 mm) clearance and should rotate freely when bearing cages are tightened. Shim as required to obtain correct clearance.

9. Apply 3M Scotch Grip 847 adhesive or equivalent to gear case cover before installation.

.015

(0.39 mm)

Jr.

Sodcutter

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Jr.

Sodcutter

MAINTENANCE / STORAGE

IDLER GEAR SHAFT

1. Remove belt guards.

2. Follow steps 2 thru 6 in drive chain removal section.

3. Remove plug from right side of unit.

4. Remove snap ring C from groove by small gear

B to left end of shaft A.

5. Move small gear B to left side (from operators position) of case.

6. Move shaft A out right side of case until large gear clears shaft for removal.

7. Remove key from shaft and slide snap rings C off end of shaft.

8. Small gear B will slide off as shaft is removed from gear case.

9. Assemble in reverse procedure. Apply 3M

Scotch Grip 847 adhesive or equivalent to gear case cover before installation.

STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS EXTENDED STORAGE

To prevent possible explosion or ignition of vaporized fuel, do not store equipment with fuel in tank or carburetor in enclosure with open flame

(for example, a furnace or water heater pilot light).

Daily Storage

1. Check engine oil level and air filter element daily.

2. Check oil level in gear case.

3. Close fuel valve at bottom of fuel tank.

4. Clean cutting blade (grass, dirt, etc.).

Before the equipment is put into storage for any period exceeding 30 days:

1. Drain all fuel from fuel tank and lines (use a hose or fuel line, routed from fuel tank shut-off to proper container).

2. Start engine and run until all fuel is used from the carburetor float bowl.

3. While engine is warm, drain the crankcase oil and refill with the proper weight of oil corresponding to the season when the equipment will next be used.

4. Remove the spark plug and squirt a small quantity of engine oil into the cylinder. Turn the engine over a few times to distribute the oil.

5. Lubricate all lubrication fittings.

6. Clean and oil cutting blade to prevent rust.

To put equipment into operation after an extended storage:

1. Fill fuel tank with clean fresh fuel.

2. Check crankcase oil level, and start engine.

3. Check fuel system for fuel leaks.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING

Jr.

Sodcutter

P O S S I B L E

P R O B L E M

P R O B A B L E

C A U S E

R E M E D Y

B l a d e w g r o u n d .

i l l n o t s t a y i n

A

B .

.

B

B o l a t t o m d e a o f n g b l e l a i d s e n i s o t r o u n d e p r o p d e r l y o s e f f t .

.

A .

Sharpen or replace blade.

See page 15.

B .

A d j u s t b l a d e a n g l e .

S e e p a g e 1 3 .

A .

K e e g r o u n d p t h e b a c k b l a d e a t a e x t r a s h a l o w a n g l e .

r p a n d R o o t h a i r p i n n i n g s i d e o b l a d e .

r b o t t o m o f o n A .

S o m e p r o b l e m .

t y p e s o f t u r f a n d s o i l m a k e t h i s a

B

L e o l c t t i g h t l i m i t k j i u n m g p l s e w h e n v o e o f t r a v e l .

f r f .

s p u l l e n o t d t o

B e l t g r a b s i n p u l l e y s a n d u n i c l u t c h i s t c r e e p s n o t e n w g a h e g e n d .

i

I d l e r b s e tl m d o e s w h e n o v e d f c n o l o r u t t w c e a h r n g a g e l d e

.

v e r

A .

W r o n g t y p e o f b e l t c o n s t r u c t i o n .

A .

U s e b e l t .

o n l y t h e s p e c i a l R y a n f a c t o r y

B .

T o o m u c h d i s e n g a g e d .

s l a c k w h e n b e l t t i g h t e n e r i s

B .

S l i d e e n g i n e f o r w r e a d j u s t c o n t r o l r o d .

a r d a n d

A .

R e p l a c e l o c k i n g n u t .

A .

T h r e a d w e a r o n l o c k i n g n u t .

B

A s e

.

.

L o c

B e n t l t k i o u t i n g s o l n d w i t h u t t n o t a n d h e p r o p e f r a y e d , u n i t .

r l y a d j u s t e d .

o r i s n o t t h e t y p e

B .

T e n d i g o f h t e n t i e r l o c k i n g o d .

n u t o n o p p o s i t e

A .

R e p l a c e w i t h f a c t o r y c o n s t r u c t i o n b e l t , d e s c l u t c h e s .

i g n e d f o r b e l t t i g h t e n e r

B .

R u s t o r p a i n t i n p u l l e y g r o o v e s .

C .

E n g i n e s e t t o o f a r f o r w a r d .

B .

C .

C l e a n

M o v e a n d p o l i s h p u l l e y s .

e n g i n e b a c k .

A .

i s

B b r o r a k e k e n .

b a n d i s n o t a tt a c h e d t o c l u t c h il n k o r

A .

b a b a

R e n d n d .

t a o tt a c l c h u t c u h p p il n e r k e o r n d r e p o f l a b c r e a k e b r a k e

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NOTES

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SPECIFICATIONS

Jr.

Sodcutter

Models: 544951G......Jr. Sodcutter - 12 in.(30.5cm)

544952G......Jr. Sodcutter - 18 in.(45.7cm)

Engine

Model.............4 cycle 6.5H.P.(4.8KW) B&S Vangaurd,

Model 12H332, Type 0115,

Trim B8, 12.5 cu. in. (205 cc)

Starter...................................................... Recoil

Governor.......... 3600 RPM + 100 RPM, no load

Clutch............... spring loaded belt tightener type

Dimensions:

Width.......................................... 24" (600 mm)

Length........................................ 49" (1244 mm)

Height.........................................

Wheelbase.................................

33" (838 mm)

19" (483 mm)

Weight:

544951G & 544953C................ 333 lbs. (151 Kg)

544952G & 544954C................ 377 lbs. (171 Kg)

Reduction

Engine to blade.......................................

Engine to drive wheels............................

2.94:1

55.8:1

TOUCH -UP PAINT:

16OZ. (0.5L) Spray can, order P/N 65334

Models: 544953C.....Jr. Sodcutter - 12 in.(30.5cm)

544954C.....Jr. Sodcutter - 18 in.(45.7cm)

Engine

Model................ 4 cycle 5.5 H.P. Honda

Model GX160-K1QX2, GX160 OHV

9.9 cu. in. (163 cc)

Starter...................................................... Recoil

Governor..........

Clutch...............

3600 RPM + 100 RPM, no load spring loaded belt tightener type

Reduction

Engine to blade.......................................

Engine to drive wheels............................

2.94:1

55.8:1

Wheels:

Drive................. 8" (203 mm) Dia. w/knobby tread vulcanized to hub

Rear.............8 x 1.75 (203 X 45mm) semi-pneumatic tires with pre-packed ball bearings

Engine to gear case.................

Gear case to drive shaft

Drive:

"A" section belt and blade drive...........................................roller chain

Gear case:

Lubrication.................................. EP140 Gear lube

Capacity...................................... 3 1/2 Pints (1.7L)

Cutting width:

544951G & 544953C..................11 3/4" (298 mm)

544952G & 544954C........................18" (457 mm)

Blade pitch:

Hand lever adjustment............... variable 0 O to 9 O

Blade speed: .....

1225 oscillations/min @ 3600 engine RPM

26

JR SODCUTTER

PARTS

SECTION

PARTS SECTION

27

28

DRIVE ASSEMBLY AND SIDE COVER

FIGURE 1

JR SOD CUTTER

62

22

64

45

21

29

36

47

32

53

57

65

58

49

65

48

27

66

52

13

57

13

15

DRIVE ASSEMBLY AND SIDE COVER

JR SOD CUTTER

FIGURE 1

ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 64163-95 WSHR-.344X.688X.065 1

2 64006-03 LOCKWSHR-HELICAL 3/8 15

3 64001-13 NUT-HEX JAM 1/4-20

4 64123-67 BLT-HEX 3/8-16X2

2

1

5 64139-01 BLT-WLF 5/16-24X3/4

6 64123-50 BOLT-HEX 3/8-16X1

7 64123-68 BOLT-HEX 5/16-18X1

8 64123-269 BLT-HEX 1/4-20X1-1/8

5

1

4

14

9 64139-23 BLT-WLF 5/16-18 X 1-3/4 4

10 64139-10 BLT-WLF 5/16-18X1-1/4 1

11 64123-15 BOLT-3/8-16X3/4 HEX

12 64141-6 NUT, 5/16-18

1

4

13 4129801 BEARING-FLANGE 2

14 64163-67 WASHER-.516X1X12GA 2

15 85010N ZERK-GREASE 1

16 64176-11 PIN-COILED SPRING 3/16X1 2

17 517137 PULLEY,4" DIA "A" SIZE 1

18 64044-18 SCREW-SET 5/16-18 x 5/16 2

19 518535 SPRING

20 520671.7 GEARCASE

1

1

21 64141-2 NUT-WLF 1/4-20

22 524773.2 BRACE-GUARD

23 520785 SPRING

24 4164474 ROD-CONTROL

1

1

2

1

25 838496 WASHER,.25 1.00.125 FLAT 1

26 64163-29 WASHER-21/64 X 1 X 11GA 1

27 4164506.7 SPACER-CASTER ASM

28 521087 SHAFT

1

1

29 4164546.7 GUIDE-BELT, JR

30 4163592 DECAL,WARNING HANDS

1

1

31 64163-55 WASHER .328X.75X14 GA 5

32 64141-13 NUT-WLF 1/2-13 2

33 520773.7 BRACKET 1

34 4163910.7 BRACKET, BELT GUARD,TOP 1

35 524473.2 PLATE,ENGINE MOUNT

36 64139-02 BLT-WLF 1/4-20X1/2

1

2

37 4163914

38 4164782

S-GUARD ASSY 1

S-WLDMT, REAR WHL SPRT 1

(ITEMS 13 & 15 INCLUDED)

QTY ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION

49 64025-14 NUT-HEX #10-32

50 4164571.7 WLDMT-IDLER ARM

51 4163976 LABEL-RYAN

52 64168-2 HAIRPIN

53 819337 BUSHING

54 524610.7 BRACKET,BELT GUIDE

55 524574 NUT, BRAKE BAND

56 64044-22 SCREW-SET #10-32X1

(ITEMS 55, 56, 49 & 48 ARE AVAILABLE

IN BRAKE BAND KIT 540274)

57

58

64163-31

64141-9

60 524582

63 548942

64 800889

69* 524777

70* 540374

WSHR 25/64X1X12

NUT-WLF 5/16-18 EL

BELT,V A SECT. 66" LONG

61 64139-06 BLT-WLH 5/16-18X5/8

(ITEMS 66-68 USED ON BRIGGS &

STRATTON ENGINES ONLY)

FILTER,AIR W/PRE-CLNR

QTY

1

1

1

2

1

1

1

1

6

1

59 64164-11 KEY-3/16X3/16X1-1/4 SQ END 1

1

6

62 2702464 BUSHING,ISOLATION 1

PULLEY, PLAIN IDLER 3.25" 1

NUT,.31-18 SPD J W/NUT 2

65 64268-03 NUT-FL NYLON LOCK 3/8-16 3

66* 524775 FILTER,AIR CLEANER 1

67* 524776

68* 540385

FILTER,AIR PRE-CLEANER 1

KIT,SPARK ARRESTOR 1

1

SPARK ARESTOR W/SCRW 1

(ITEMS 69 & 70 USED ON HONDA ENGINES ONLY)

* NOT ILLUSTRATED

39 4164477.7 WLDMT-CLEVIS

40 831888 SWIVEL

41 831889 WASHER,SWIVEL

42 831890

1

SCRW,SWIVEL THROTTLE 1

1

1

(ITEMS 40-42 USED ON HONDA ENGINES ONLY)

43 545380.2 GUIDE AY, BELT

44 64123-87 BOLT-HEX 3/8-16X1-3/4

45 4164580.7 BRKT-BELT GUARD,BTTM 1

46 540244.2 GUARD AY, FRONT 1

1

2

47 4133034

48 524573

LABEL-JR SOD CUTTER 1

BAND, BRAKE 1

29

GEAR CASE

JR SOD CUTTER

FIGURE 2

34

24

54

53

50

15

16

12

58

51

41

8

23

56

3

9

5

59

44

47

50

58

46

49

13

50

58

55

15

16

25

8

14

57

56

55

3

22

10

59

67

74

69

73

71

64

70

66

68 72

71 65

64

63

70

25

2 1

11

62

21

7

4

72

52

31 32

30

36

61

26

33

17

18

19

35

40

17

18

19

37

39

29

5

60

6

45

38

27

20

48

58

43

28

50

40

42

17

18

19

36

52

4 7

35

30

GEAR CASE

JR SOD CUTTER

DESCRIPTION

FIGURE 2

QTY ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY ITEM PART NO.

1 64006-03 WSHR, 3/8 HELICAL LOCK 1

2 64123-67 BLT-HEX 3/8-16X2 1

3 64123-80 BLT-HEX 1/4-20X1-1/4 2

4 64006-02 LCKWSHER-HELICAL 5/16 12

5 64164-19 KEY WOODRUFF.19X.75 #9 3

6 64006-01 LOCKWASHER-1/4 HELICAL 4

7 64123-68 BOLT-HEX 5/16-18X1

8 515891 SHIM,.64 1.25.010 YS

12

4

9 515896.7 HANDLE-WHEEL SHIFTER 1

10 515897.7 HANDLE-BLADE SHIFTER 1

11 515901.7 PULLEY

12 516145 GEAR

1

1

13 516150 GEAR

14 516156 SHAFT

15 516194 SPRING

16 516196 SPRING

2

2

1

1

17 520238

18 520239

SHIM .005 (.13MM) A/R

SHIM .010 (.25MM) A/R

19 520240 SHIM .020 (.51MM) A/R

20 520671.7 GEARCASE 1

21 521941

22 524485

23 524486

24 548931

SPACER,1.00 1.12.66

DECAL, BLADE SHIFTER

DECAL, WHEEL SHIFTER

1

1

1

PLUG,EXPANSION 1.75 YS 1

25

27

30

64164-28

516162

28 516172

29 516173

544215

KEY-#808 WOODRUFF

26 4139758 GEAR

SPROCKET, CLUTCH

CLUTCH

SHAFT

CAGE ASSY,BEARING

(INCLUDES ITEMS 31, 32)

1

1

4

1

1

1

31 548131

32 548326

35 545050

BRG,BALL 1.00 2.00.50 "DA" 1

RING,INT RET 2.21OD.06 1

33 548327 RING-LOCK

34 544217.7 SHIFTER AY

CAGE AY,BEARING

(INCLUDES ITEM 36)

1

1

1

43 546037.7 COVER AY, GEAR CASE 1

44 519404 GEAR,DRIVE 1

(INCLUDES ITEMS 45-47)

45 548775 PLUG.25-18NPTF HS

46 516222 HUB

47 548329

48 546937

RING,EXT LOCK 1.61ID.06T 1

CHAIN, #50 DOUBLE 1

49 547427

50 548080

51 548096

52 548272

57 548478

58 548482

59 548597

60 548726

71 548953

72 548954

73 548480

74 4117675

SPROCKET & SHAFT AY

BRG.NDL.75 1.00.75

1

1

BRG,BALL.59 1.38.43 "SS" 1

SEAL,OIL 1.00 SHAFT

53 548321

54 548323

RING,EXT RET.56ID.037 1

RING, INTRNL RETAINING 2

55 548324 RING,EXT RET.691ID

56 548477 WASHER

2

4

WSHR,.641 1.188.04 YS FLT 5

PLUG,EXPANSION 1.25 YS 4

LOCKNUT, UNI-TORQUE

SCRW,.25-20.75 YS RS

61 4139759 SPACER-GEAR

62 307665 NUT .75-16 YS HX JAM

63 309799 LWSHR .75 ZS SHKPRF

64 520722 SPACER

65 520723 SHAFT

66 545626 SPROCKET AY

67 547398 CHAIN AY #50 RLR

68 547408.7 WHEEL AY 12IN

(USED ON 544951G & 544953C ONLY)

547424.7 WHEEL AY 18IN

69

70

(USED ON 544952G & 544954C ONLY)

64164-10

548952

KEY 1/4X1-1/4 SQ 2

RING INTERNAL RETAINING 2

BRG-BALL 1.38 2.83.67

SEAL-OIL 1.38 SHAFT

75 4164641

4164642

ASSY-GEARCASE 12"

ASSY-GEARCASE 18"

(INCLUDES ITEMS 1-74)

1

4

2

2

4

1

2

2

1

2

2

1

2

2

1

2

LINK-HALF A/R

LINK-#50 CONNECTOR A/R

36 814474 CUP,TPRD RLR BRG

37 516160 SPROCKET

38 521253 SHAFT-ECCENTRIC

39 548336 LOCK RING (KC)

40 814473

41 545710

CONE,TPRD RLR BRG 1.00 2

SHAFT AY

42 546033.7 DIPSTICK AY

1

1

1

1

1

1

31

SIDE ARMS, PITMAN ARMS AND HANDLES

JR SOD CUTTER

FIGURE 3

32

54

45

36

34

45

8

35

47

8

45

8

32

37

45

13

47

1

42

33

44

51

50

6

11

52

45

7

25

24

23

2

10

55

53

9

37 56

49

3

28

40

30

27

30

29

19

21

26

22

18

18

31

17

43

20

16

41

15

39

14

5

13

48

46

38

JR SOD CUTTER

SIDE ARMS, PITMAN ARMS AND HANDLES

FIGURE 3

ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY ITEM PART NO.

1 64123-50 BOLT-HEX 3/8-16X1

2 64123-107 BOLT-HEX 5/16-18X7/8

3 64123-61 BLT-HEX 5/16-18X1-3/4

4 328018 SCRW,.44-14 1.12 YS HX

2

6

2

4

5 515011 SCRW,.31-24 1.00 ZS HX 6

6 515729 BUSHING 2

7 516067 BUSH,STL.515X.874X1.015 2

8 4135868 COVER,HANDLE 3

9 521435.7 SHAFT, LOWER

10 4164446

1

PLATE-ADJUSTMENT STOP 1

11 4114727

12 4164484

KNOB-SPEED CONTROL 1

LABEL-CUT DEPTH, JR SOD 1

13

14

4164384.2

4164681

BRACKET, PIVOT

S-ECCENTRIC ASSY

(INCLUDES ITEMS 15 & 16)

2

2

34

35

36

37

38

42

545449.2

524549

524550

64151-7

64025-03

548056

DESCRIPTION

HANDLE AY

ROD,TIE LOWER

ROD,TIE UPPER

LOCKNUT, 1/2-13 HEX

NUT-HEX 5/16-24

QTY

48 4132717.7 BLADE-SOD CUTTER, 18" 1

546182.7 BLADE-SOD CUTTER 12"

1

2

1

1

6

39 64006-16 LOCKWSHR-5/16 HI-COLLAR 2

40 64151-27 NUT-HEX 1/2-20 EDGE LOCK 2

41 800513 SCRW-SCKT 5/16-18-1-1/4 2

NUT,.44-14 YS HX UNITORQ 6

43 64268-02 NUT-FL NYLN LCK 5/16-18 2

44 64268-03 NUT-FL NYLN LCK 3/8-16 5

45 64163-99 WSHR-.510X1.31X.179 6

46 64006-02 LOCKWSHR-HELICAL 5/16 6

47 4113281 WASHER, SPCL .531 SQ 2

15 521424 RING

16 548814 RACE, INNER

17 545437 ARM AY

(INCLUDES ITEMS 18-22)

1

1

2

18 64197-025 BLT-TDFM 1/4-20X5/8

19 521425.2 PLATE - COVER

20 521427

21 521428

ARM, PITMAN 1

BRG,NDL 1.25 1.62 1.06 1

22

23

85010-03

545443.2

FITTING (KC)

BRACKET AY

(INCLUDES ITEMS 24, 25

1

2

2

1

49 4164033 LABEL-CHF VERT

50 2308066 WASHER-FIBER

51 64163-31 WSHR-15-64X1X12GA 1

52 64018-7 BLT-CRG 3/8-16X1/1/4 1

2

1

53 64268-03 NUT-FL NYLON 3/8-16

54 4164570.2 WLDMT-HANDLE

55 4164484

56 64141-9

LABEL-CUT DEPTH

BLT-WLF 5/16-18 CL

1

1

1

4

1

1

2

24 521429 BRONZE BEARING

25 85010N ZERK-GREASE

26 4153500 ARM AY, SIDE

(INCLUDES ITEMS 27-31, 49)

27 521436

28 521438

29 548138

30 548340

BALL BEARING

GREASE SEAL

BRG,NDL.88 1.12 1.00

LOCK RING (KC)

31 35027N FTG, GREASE 90Dg.

32 4164541.2 WLDMT-LEVER

33 4164682 S-H-FRAME W/DECAL

(INCLUDES ITEM 55)

1

1

2

2

1

1

1

33

HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY

FIGURE 4

JR SOD CUTTER

9

15

5

80

77

14

55

11

30

50

75

76

17

20

41 48

12

38

33

4

34

22

18

44

28

19

5

70

2

42

52

16

78

84

37

85

37

81 74

80

27

6

57

40

10

69

61

60

59

58

13

43

23

13

1

13

36

39

52

24

3

51

25

26

70

13

8

29

49

31

52

45

71

72

10

56

47

35

21

46

46

61

63

66

61

64

16

66

79

15

67

65

66

65

54

16

68

62

35

53

32

82

83

73

34

HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY

JR SOD CUTTER

DESCRIPTION

FIGURE 4

QTY ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY ITEM PART NO.

1 111898 CLAMP,CABLE

2 64025-15 NUT-HEX #10-24 KEPS

3 4161125 LABEL-RYAN

4 64025-04 NUT-WLF 3/8-16

5 64141-4 LCKWSHER-HELICAL 5/16 8

6 64197-015 BLT-TDFM 10-32X1/2 TORX 2

7 64262-006 BLT-FLG HD 5/16-18 X 3/4 4

8 64197-023 BLT-TDFM 10-32 X 3/4 1

(USED FOR BRIGGS THROTTLE CABLE CLAMP)

1

1

1

1

9 64123-266 BLT-HEX 3/8-16X7

10 64197-025 BLT-TDFM 1/4-20X5/8

11 64140-1 COTTER PIN-1/8X1 1

12 64006-03 WSHR, 3/8 HELICAL LOCK 1

2

4

13 64163-03 WSHR-.256IDX62ODX18GA. 8

14 4164473.2 PLATE-BOLT CENTERING 2

15 64123-50 BLT-HEX 3/8-16X1 6

16 64268-03 NUT-FL NYLON LOCK 3/8-16 7

17 516544 BUSHING (PLATING)

18 64188-64 PIN-CLEVIS 3/8 X 1.75

19 4164519.7 FLAT-SWITCH ACTIVATION 1

20 522585.7 HANDLE,CONTROL 1

1

1

21 522727 GRIP,HANDLE

22 4164514

2

ISOLATOR-3/4X2 W/2 STUDS 4

23 524472

24 4164683

ARM, PIVOT (PLATING)

S-CONTROL PANEL EU

1

1

25 4164032 LABEL-CONTROL PANEL 1

26 64152-18 SCR 8-32 X 3/8 S-TAP 2

27 4164418.7 WLDMT-HANDLE, JRSOD 1

28 4164579.7 WLDMT-YOKE 1

29 540326 CONTROL ASSY,THROTTLE 1

(USED ON HONDA MODELS ONLY)

30 540229 WIRE AY

(USED ON HONDA MODELS ONLY)

1

31 540232 CONTROL AY, KILL SWITCH 1

32 64163-07 WSHR 1-1/32X1-3/4X1/4 1

33 548171 KNOB

34 64141-6 NUT, 5/16-18

1

2

35 4129801 BSHNG-FLNGD SINTRD IRN 2

36 64189-20 BLT-HEX SOC 1/4-20X5/8 2

37 2722682 BEARING-9IN WHEEL

38 64123-270 BLT-HEX 3/8-24X2-1/4

2

1

39 805421 SPRING,EXTENSION

40 806800 SWITCH,STOP LIGHT

41 524577 BUSHING, .328X.63X.41 2

42 64151-18 NUT-CENTER LOCK 3/8-16 2

1

1

43 814585 BUSHING

44 64139-06 BOLT-WLH 5/16-18X5/8

45 800896 SCRW-SET 1/4-20X3/8

1

2

1

46 64163-84 WSHR-1.015 X 1.75 X.125 2

47 4164551 SPRING-COMP,1.06X1.28X1 1

48 64163-61 WSHR .81X.406X16GA 1

49 4163186-01 CONTROL, THROTTLE 38.5 1

(USED ON B & S MODELS ONLY)

50 4163183 HARNESS-JR SOD B&S

(USED ON B & S MODELS ONLY)

1

51 64152-46 SCREW-SLT HH 10-24X1/2 1

52 64229-01 NUT-NYLON 1/4-20 7

53 4164782 S-WLDMT,REAR WHL ASSY 1

(INCLUDES ITEMS 35 & 54)

54 85010N

55 4164454

ZERK-1/4-28 SEKF THRD 1

ROD-CASTER LIMITER 1

56 64123-15 BLT-HEX 3/8-16X3/4

57 4164456 HANDLE-ROD SUPPORT

1

1

59 64176-11 ROLL PIN-3/16 X 1

60 64025-19 NUT-HEX 1/2-13

61 64163-67 WSHR-.516X1X12GA 3

62 4164779.7 BRKT-LOCKING, STRAIGHT 1

1

2

63 518438 BUSHING-STL .39X.5X.359 1

64 64163-31 WSHR-25/64X1X1/2 1

65 64123-07 BLT-HEX 1/4-20X1-1/2

66 64025-01 NUT-HEX 1/4-20

2

4

67 64018-7 BLT-CRG 3/8-16X1-1/4 1

68 4164627 SPRING-EXTENSION 1

69 4164475.7 BRKT-MOUNTING

70 64123-89 BLT-HEX 1/4-20X3/4

1

5

71 4129802 TUBE-DOCUMENT

72 38061A CAP-VINYL

73 2722681 ASY-9"WHEEL

(INCLUDES ITEMS 37,77, 81-85)

1

1

1

74 2022230-04 SPANNER

75 4164384.2 BRACKET, PIVOT

76 64229-05 LOCKNUT-NYLON 1/2-13 1

77 64141-1 NUT-WLF 5/16-24 4

1

2

78 64123-166 BLT-HEX 1/2-13 X 5-1/2 1

79 4164780.7 BRACKET-ADJUSTER 1

80 2722591 SPACER-3/4 BEARING

81 64123-01 BLT-HEX 5/16-24X3/4

2

4

82 2720645

83 38504

84 2720644

85 2722680

S-WHL HALF, VALVE SD 1

S-TIRE 9X3.5-4 SMOOTH 1

S-WHEEL HALF 1

HUB-9" WHEEL W/BRGS 1

35

MOLE BLADE KIT

FIGURE

JR SOD CUTTER

17

16

19

14

15

7

12

10

13

11

9

6

5

8

18

3

4

1

2

36

MOLE BLADE KIT

JR SOD CUTTER

ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 544670 MOLE BLADE KIT- 3/4"

(USED ON 544951G & 544953C)

(INCLUDES ITEMS 14 & 16-17)

QTY

1

2 544725 MOLE BLADE KIT- 3/4"

(USED ON 544952G & 544954C)

(INCLUDES ITEMS 13 & 15-17)

1

3 544673 MOLE BLADE KIT- 1-1/4"

(USED ON 544951G & 544953C)

1

(INCLUDES ITEMS 7, 9-14 & 17-19)

ITEM PART NO.

4 544728 MOLE BLADE KIT- 1-1/4"

(USED ON 544952G & 544954C)

1

(INCLUDES ITEMS 5-7, 9-13, 15, & 17-19)

5 64006-03 WSHR, 3/8 HELICAL LOCK 4

6 64025-04 NUT-3/8-24 HEX 4

7 64123-21 BLT-HEX 3/8-24X1-1/4

8 544689 BLADE AY, MOLE 3/4"

(INCLUDES ITEMS 9-13)

4

1

9 64025-02 NUT-HEX 5/16-18

10 316943 PIN,SPIROL.250.750 PS

11 515691 SWIVEL

12 547052 CHAIN AY

13 800513

14 546089

SCREW-SCKT 5/16-18-1-1/4 1

BRACKET,12"-MOLE BLADE 1

(USED ON 544951G & 544953C)

1

1

1

1

15 546092 BRACKET,18"-MOLE BLADE 1

(USED ON 544952G & 544954C)

16 548613 KELLEM GRIP

(USED ON 544670 & 544725)

1

17 808222

18 544692

LINK,CHAIN CONN

BLADE AY, MOLE 1-1/4"

(INCLUDES ITEMS 9-13)

19 548616 KELLEM GRIP

(USED ON KITS 544673 & 544728)

1

1

1

DESCRIPTION

FIGURE 5

QTY

37

38

TRENCHING BLADE

FIGURE 6

JR SOD CUTTER

JR SOD CUTTER

ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 546199 BLADE KIT

(INCLUDES ITEMS 2-6)

* MODEL 544951G, ONLY

2 64006-03 WSHR, 3/8 HELICAL LOCK 3

3 64025-04 NUT-3/8-24 HEX 3

4 64123-21 BLT-HEX 3/8-24X1-1/4

5 546089

3

BRACKET,12"-MOLE BLADE 1

6 546198 BLADE AY,TRENCHING 1

TRENCHING BLADE

QTY ITEM PART NO.

1

DESCRIPTION

FIGURE 6

QTY

*NOTE: The trenching blade set includes parts for installation on earlier model sodcutters. Discard any parts not required for installation on model 544844C and newer.

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