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Dear Valued Customer, RH918 Congratulations! You are now the proud owner of the Red Roo Model RH918 Congratulations! You are now the proud owner of the Red Roo Model RH918 Rotary Hoe. Please take a moment of your time to look over the following Rotary Hoe.
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RH918 ASSEMBLY ILLUSTRATIONS 1. Remove the tiller from shipping crate. Please inspect immediately for any damage and notify the shipping company and Red Roo, right away if any is found. WEB INFORMATION 2. Check reservoir according to instructions in service information on the following page.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS PARTS LIST FOR SG-350 DRAWING 2 1. Remove rotary hoe from shipping crate. Screw the handle bar adjustment crank into the lower handle bar adjuster pin. Item No. Part No. Description Quantity 0217-0001 Brake, Hand Fasten handle bar to rotary hoe using the 1/2" x 3" bolt supplied. 0301-0014 Cable, Hand Brake 0209-1040...
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The information contained in this manual has been prepared to assist you in the safe operation, the routine maintenance and general care of your Red Roo product. By following these guidelines, you may look forward to years of reliable service from your Red Roo. Information is catergorised and denoted by the following symbols and phrases: SAFETY FIRST Identifies general safety practices.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR RH918 USERS Outdoor Power Equipment Institute Recommendations WARNING TO PURCHASERS OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HT912 USERS ENGINE EQUIPPED MACHINERY OR DEVICES: The equipment which you have purchased does not have a spark arrester muffler. If this equipment...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - RH918 BEFORE USE 1) Ensure that all grass and weeds have been cut as low as possible. 2) If the rotary hoe is to be used in clay or hard ground conditions, it is recommended to water the area thoroughly and allow sufficient time for the soil to soften.
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Although the engine manufacturer does not require changing engine oil this often, strongly due to heavy-duty use and extreme conditions inherent to tiller use, Red Roo The SenDEC® TACH/HOUR hour meter tracks the hours of machine operation in order for recommends frequent oil changes routine maintenance to be performed on a timely basis.
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RH918 ROTARY HOE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE CAUTION: ALW AYS USE EXTREME CARE WHEN TROUBLE SHOOTING OR MAKING ADJUSTMENTS ON THE ROTARY HOE. STAY CLEAR OF TYNES WHEN ENGI NE IS RUNNING. ALWAYS SHUT THE ENGINE OFF BEFORE DISASSEMBLING ANY COMPONENT.
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RH918 ROTARY HOE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED) B. TYNES FAIL TO ROTATE BUT WHEELS DRIVE. Clutch cable stretched so needs Remove cable slack then adjust for 7/16” adjustment to 1/2” movement at actuator lever pin. Tyne motor worn Rebuild or replace motor. Exchange motors are available from Red Roo.
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RH918 ROTARY HOE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED) E. O IL LEAKS IN HYDRAULIC SYSTEM. Fittings are loose. Tighten as required. Worn or broken hoses. Replace as necessary.. Oil around tyne motor shaft. Inspect tyne motor for leaking shaft seal. Rebuild per instructions in Hydraulic Motor manual or replace with a new motor.
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™ Commercial Environmental Equipment WORK SITE ASSESSMENT WORK SITE ASSESSMENT Examine the work area for any conditions or obstructions that may inhibit rotary hoeing or create Examine the work area for any conditions or obstructions that may inhibit tilling or create a safety a safety hazard for the operator or others.
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REF. QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION REF. QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 05331 SH CAP SCREW, 1/4-20 NC X 3/4 G5 PLAIN 10840 LEFT HAND SIDE PLATE, TRANSMISSION 05096 NUT, NYLOCK, 1/4-20 NC ZINC 05102 WASHER, 1/2 SAE ZINC HARDENED 05059 HH CAP SCREW, 3/8-16 NC X 1 G5 ZINC 05094 HH CAP SCREW, 1/2-13 NC X 4-1/2 G5 ZINC 03915...
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Service Company, P/L, herein referred to as "MANUFACTURER", will, at its option, repair or replace for the original purchasers of new Red Roo equipment, free of charge, any part, or parts of the unit (excluding Power Unit, warranty coverage provided by respective engine manufacturer), found upon inspection and testing by a Factory Authorised Agent, or by the Factory at Keysborough, Victoria, to be defective in material or workmanship or both under normal operating conditions;...
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GT622 GARDEN TILLER You alone know the operational demands and special conditions affecting the equipment in your situation and therefore assume the responsibility for developing, carrying out, and enforcing the safety concepts which apply to your own operation to effect the greatest safety for yourself and the people around you.
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