Shibaura SG280E - Mowing Techniques and Slope Operation

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DRIVING AND WORK
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① Caution for mower operation
(1)
If you operate a mower for the first time or
are not familiar with machines, learn how
to
opera
te it on a flat place before
commencing work.
(2)
Select a proper method of mowing
operation according to the size or shape of
the field, and arrangement of trees and
other obstacles.
(3) Height of grass varies
depending on the
type. Most grass is mowed to 51 to 76
mm
high. Avoid mowing more than 1/3 of
grass
height to avoid damage of the grass.
If the turf grass is excessively tall, mow it to
a little higher length and then to a desired
height.
(4) If the grass is thick, or in case of
grass in
th
e spring season or in a place of soft
ground surface, the vehicle or mower
wheel may settle i
nto the ground so that the
grass may be mowed too short. Check th
e
height and adjust it when necessary.
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② Operating the mower clutch lever
Power to the mower is t
urned ON or OFF with
the mower clutch lever. By pulling up the lever,
power is turned ON and the mower starts
rotating. Keep the switch at this position during
operation. By pushing down the switch
forward, the power is turned OFF and the
mower stops rotating.
[Caution for Handling]
●
Before operating the mower clutch lever,
pay attention to the surroundings and
ascertain the safety.
●
When starting the engine, set the mower
clutch lever to the “OFF”
position. If not, the
safety device is activated and the engine
does not start.
●
If the engine revolving speed is too low,
mower operation
cannot be started. Operate
the engine at full throttle for mowing.
● When the mower clutch lever is set to “OFF”
,
the mower blades
do not immediately stop.
You should be carefu
l while the mower is
revolving.
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③③
③ Lawn mowing operation
For more efficient mowi
ng operation, blade
revolution should be always kept at the highest
speed. By setting the accelerator lever of the
vehicle to the highest revolution position, the
blade highest speed and engine highest output
can be obtained. Select the vehicle operating
s
peed according to the turf condition, finish and
skill of the operator. It is usually 3 to 6
km/h. You
should operate the lawn mower in a gentle
manner.
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④ Lawn mowing on sloping land
●
Do not operate the mower in a place where
overturn or slip is feared. Vehicle may slip
more easily particularly after rain, for
instance. Do not operate the mower under
such a condition.
● When working on a sloping ground
, check for
holes, rocks, roots of tr
ees or other obstacles
and check
the entire land features in
advance.
●
On a sloping land, advance along contour
lines and make a turn at a place of gentle
angle of gradient.
To operate on slopes between 25 - 30 degrees
operator training is required. Also the machine
must be correctly maintained and must be
used
in appropriate conditions.
Warning