Rover 5377 - 12HP Steering Rods, Cutter Head Tilt, Steering Stops, Removal from Storage

MAINTENANCE

STEERING RODS SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

Should not normally require resetting.

1.Loosen rod lock nut; (A) See Fig.11

2.Release the fixing bolt;

3.Turn tie rod end to adjust for length clockwise to shorten, anti-clockwise to lengthen

4.Replace the fixing bolt and tighten;

5.Tighten rod lock nut;

6.Make sure rod is free to pivot.

CUTTER HEAD TILT

This will not normally require resetting.

1.Loosen U-Bracket nuts; (B) See Fig.12.

2.Adjust nuts up or down to set tilt;

3.Model 160 (760mm cut) does require back of blade circle tilted 15mm above front of blade circle in low cut position;

4.Retighten all nuts.

STEERING STOPS

These will not normally require resetting.

1Check if steering segment gear rotates in both directions.

2Loosen locknut on front beam and adjust bolt till number of turns in both directions is equal.

3Retighten locknut.

The safety interlock system has been designed for your protection and should not be tampered with. It gives the Ranger the following characteristics.

The engine will not start unless the clutch/brake pedal is depressed and the cutter drive is disengaged.

NOTE: The engine should stop if the operator leaves the seat without engaging park brake and/or the cutter drive engaged.

WARNING: If the interlock system fails, see an authorised dealer. Do no operate until the fault is corrected.

CAUTION: Safety switch circuit may become defective if wet. Do not spray switches and connections.

STORAGE

Never store engine with fuel in tank indoors or in poor ventilated enclosures where fuel fumes may accumulate.

If machine is to be stored over 30 days proceed as follows:-

1.Remove all fuel from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent varnish-like gum deposits.

2.Remove spark plug and pour 30ml of engine oil into cylinder. Crank engine several times to distribute oil. Replace spark plug.

3.Clean engine and cooling fins, etc., of any clippings, dirt and chaff.

4.Clean underside of mower and cutting unit. Paint any chips or scratches.

5.Lubricate chassis components.

6.Remove and charge battery and store in a cool dry spot. Recharge every 30 days.

7.Store machine in a clean dry place.

HEIGHT OF CUT ADJUSTMENT

To adjust the height of cut rotate the nyloc nut

(A)situated under the centre of machine on the rear cutter support assembly.

Adjust nyloc nut to obtain low cut at front of blade circle of 15mm.

REMOVAL FROM STORAGE

1.Change oil.

2.Fill fuel tank with fuel.

3.Check spark plug.

4.Check drive belts.

5.Check drive chain.

6.Lubricate drive chain.

7.Lubricate pivot points.

8.Grease front axle spindles.

9.Check tyre pressure.

10.Check safety interlock.

11.Check cutting blades.

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