TRIMAX SNAKE S2 OPERATORS MANUAL
ENGLISH EDITION
©Trimax Mowing Systems (NZ) Ltd
www.trimaxmowers.com 42 27 March 2019
g. Securely tighten the clamp bolts (a).
6. To raise the cutting height:
a. Loosen all the clamp bolts (a).
b. Turn all the adjuster screws (c) clockwise by the required number of turns.
c. Ensure the side channels are hard up under the adjuster screw heads (c).
d. Securely tighten all the clamp bolts.
7. If you get lost:
a. Datum marks are drilled into the side channels.
b. To re-set to the datum hole, start by parking the
machine on a flat surface.
c. Lower the mower decks.
d. Set all adjusters until the datum holes align.
e. The mower will now be set to cut at 40mm (1 37/64”)
f. The datum hole can be used to re-set the height
indicator rods if they loosen or need replacement.
8. Comparing cutting height with other mowers.
a. Roller mowers may cut significantly lower than other types of mowers at the same settings.
b. Side-by-side comparisons with cylinder mowers have shown both machines producing the
same results with the roller mower set at 10-15mm (3/8” - 9/16”) higher than the cylinder.
c. Any mower cutting lower than another will:
i deal with far more plant matter
ii use more power and fuel
iii increase the likelihood of scalping and clumping.
d. The only way to decide on the correct cutting height is to measure the results.
15f. Moving Between Jobs.
1. Prepare for travelling:
a. Disengage the PTO and wait for all moving parts to stop.
b. Raise the wings to the transport position. Ensure the locks engage correctly.
c. Connect the transport safety cable between the outriggers.
d. If the optional electric brakes are fitted, switch them on.
e. Fully raise the mower on the three-point linkage.
f. Turn on headlights, warning lights, hazard flashers as required to comply with all local
regulations.
15g. Starting The Mower.
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