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Variable Reel Speed Selection Chart—8 Blade Reel
Height of Cut (inches)
2-1/2 (2.50)
2-3/8 (2.38)
2-1/4 (2.25)
2-1/8 (2.13)
2 (2.00)
1-7/8 (1.88)
1-3/4 (1.75)
1-5/8 (1.63)
1-1/2 (1.50)
1-3/8 (1.38)
1-1/4 (1.25)
1-1/8 (1.13)
1 (1.00)
7/8 (.88)
3/4 (.75)
5/8 (.63)
1/2 (.50)
3/8 (.38)
* This height-of-cut and/or mowing speed not recommended
for 8 blade reels.
Training Period
Before mowing with the machine, find a clear area and
practice starting and stopping, raising and lowering
cutting units, turning, etc. This training period will be
beneficial to the operator in gaining confidence in the
performance of the machine.
Before Mowing
Inspect the area for debris and clear area if necessary.
Determine the best direction to mow on the previous
mowing direction. Always mow in an alternate pattern
from the previous mowing, so that the grass blades will
be less apt to lay down and therefore be difficult to
gather between the reel blades and bedknife.
Transport Operation
Be sure that the cutting units are in the fully up position,
move the traction pedal stop from under the pedal to
allow full traction pedal travel, and place the throttle
control in the FAST position. While operating on
slopes and uneven terrain, always reduce your speed
3WD
2WD
Speeds
Speeds
3–5 MPH
6–7 MPH
3*
3
3
3*
3*
3
3*
3
3*
3
3
4
3
4
3
4
4
5
4
5
4
6
5
7
5
9
6
9*
7
9*
9
9*
9
9*
9
9*
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and use extreme caution before turning to reduce the
risk of tipping or losing control. Watch carefully for
and avoid holes in the terrain, sudden drop-offs, and
other hidden hazards. To prevent costly damage and
down time, familiarize yourself with the width of the
machine. Do not attempt to pass between immovable
objects placed close together.
Inspection and Clean-Up After
Mowing
At the completion of the mowing operation, thoroughly
wash the machine with a garden hose—without a
nozzle—so that excessive water pressure will not cause
contamination and damage to the seals and bearings.
Make sure that the radiator screen, radiator, and oil
cooler are kept free of dirt or grass clippings. After
cleaning, it is recommended that the machine be
inspected for possible hydraulic fluid leaks, damage or
wear to the hydraulic and mechanical components, and
the cutting units checked for sharpness and proper reel
to bedknife adjustment.
Standard Control Module
(SCM)
The Standard Control Module is a potted electronic
device produced in a one size fits all configuration. The
module uses solid state and mechanical components
to monitor and control standard electrical features
required for safe product operation.
The module monitors inputs including neutral, parking
brake, PTO, start, backlap, and high temperature. The
module energizes outputs including PTO, Starter, and
ETR (energize to run) solenoid.
The module is divided into inputs and outputs. Inputs
and outputs are identified by green LED indicators
mounted on the printed circuit board.
The start circuit input is energized by 12 VDC. All
other inputs are energized when the circuit is closed to
ground. Each input has a LED that is illuminated when
the specific circuit is energized. Use the input LED's
for switch and input circuit troubleshooting.
Output circuits are energized by an appropriate set of
input conditions. The three outputs include PTO, ETR,
and START. Output LED's monitor relay condition
indicating the presence of voltage at one of three
specific output terminals.
Output circuits do not determine output device
integrity so electrical troubleshooting includes output
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