MAINTENANCE
Dismantling the cutting unit
The cutting unit can be released from the machine for cleaning or checking of the blades and screws.
Dismantle the cutting unit as follows:
1.Dismantle the front hood as described on page 18.
2.Dismantle the
3.Relieve the tensioning pulley (2) by disconnect- ing the spring (3).
4.Fold the lock plate (5) forwards and press down the front edge of the unit so that it releases from the unit frame (4).
5.Push the unit backwards and dismantle the drive belt, and then pull the unit forwards so that the back end releases from the unit frame.
Fitting of the cutting unit takes place in the reverse order to dismantling.
1 | 2 |
| 3 |
4 | 5 |
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!WARNING!
Wear protective glasses when dis- mantling the cutting unit. The spring which tensions up the belt can go off and cause personal injury.
Checking the blades
To achieve the best mowing results it is important that the blades are undamaged and well- sharpened.
Check that the blades’ attachment screws are tight,
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Replacing or sharpening the blades should be conducted by an authorised service workshop.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Bioclip unit should always have the blades in the relative positions shown in the diagram, with a 90° angle between the blades. Otherwise the blades can go against each other and cause serious damage to the unit.
Cutting unit on Rider 1200 (rear ejection)
Cutting unit on Rider 1030 (Bioclip unit)
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