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Supaswift SSU420ACM Operator's Manual

Reel mower 17" & 20"
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  • Page 1 REEL MOWER 17" & 20" OPERATOR’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Always wear protective footwear. Never wear thongs or sandals. • Wear long pants. • Read the instruction manual prior to use, understand the controls. Learn how to stop the engine quickly in an emergency. • Keep well clear of blade. •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS: INSTRUCTIONS: Unpacking and assembly ................4 Getting started ....................7 Starting ......................8 Mowing ......................9 Stopping ......................10 Fitting and emptying catcher ...............11 Grass deflector ....................12 Cutting height ....................12 Blade setting ....................13 Checking the blade setting ................13 Blade adjustment ..................14 Blade drive chain ..................15 Clutch and drive chains................16 Lubrication ....................16 Maintenance ....................17...

  • Page 4: Instructions: Unpacking And Assembly

    UNPACKING & ASSEMBLY Remove unit from cardboard box. Fig. 1 Remove top bolt from lower handle to fit upper handle. Refer to red circle in Fig. 2 (17mm Spanners). Do not remove bottom bolt in lower handle. Refer to red circle in Fig. 3. Insert upper handle onto lower frame bolt (Fig.
  • Page 5 UNPACKING & ASSEMBLY Fitting of Throttle Cable Remove air filter cover. Refer to Fig. 5 Remove air filter. Refer to Fig. 6 Remove X2 screws from air filter base. Refer to red circles in Fig. 7 Remove air filter base. Refer to Fig. 8 When mounting up the throttle cable there is two options, Option 1- Z shape cable to be mounted in hole on throttle linkage.
  • Page 6 UNPACKING & ASSEMBLY Fitting of Throttle Cable FIG. 9 FIG. 10 FIG. 11 FIG. 12...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    WARNING Study safety instructions carefully before use GETTING STARTED Ensure mower is on level ground. Fill the oil to the top of the crankcase with SAE 30 Engine Oil. Refer to Fig. 13 Fill the fuel tank with Unleaded fuel. Refer to Fig. 14 Check spark plug cap is connected.

  • Page 8: Starting

    STARTING Ensure engine switch is “ON”. Refer to Fig. 16 Slide the throttle to Turtle position. Refer to Fig. 17 Slide the choke (A) to the “ON” position. Slide the fuel (B) to the “ON” position. Fig. 18. Place left hand on the handle and pull the starter handle with right hand. Fig. 19. After successfully starting the engine, slide the choke (A) to “OFF”...

  • Page 9: Mowing

    MOWING Lift the blade driver lever to engage position. Fig 20. Squeeze the hand clutch to commence the rear drive roller. Fig. 21. Slide the throttle to Rabbit position. Fig. 22. FIG. 20 FIG. 21 FIG. 22...

  • Page 10: Stopping

    STOPPING Slow the engine RPM back to Turtle on throttle control. Refer to Fig. 23 Release the hand clutch. Refer to Fig. 24 Disengage the blade driver lever. Refer to Fig. 25 Turn engine switch “OFF”. Refer to Fig. 26 Turn fuel off.

  • Page 11: Fitting And Emptying Catcher

    WARNING Turn engine off before fitting or emptying catcher. FITTING AND EMPTYING THE CATCHER Ensure the engine is stopped prior to removing the catcher. The grass catcher is fitted by holding the top of the drum and hooking the bottom section to the locating pegs (A), the catcher then sits on the rubber stops (B) either side of the chassis.

  • Page 12: Grass Deflector

    WARNING Ensure engine is stopped before making any adjustment. The engine switch must be in “OFF” position and spark plug lead disconnected. GRASS DEFLECTOR The angle of the grass deflector can be adjusted to direct the flow of the cut grass in to the catcher. Loosen thumbscrews.

  • Page 13: Blade Setting

    WARNING Ensure engine is stopped before making any adjustment. The engine switch must be in “OFF” position and spark plug lead disconnected. BLADE SETTING It will become necessary to reset the blade after continued use. The rotating blade is correctly adjusted when it is lightly touching the bottom blade.

  • Page 14: Blade Adjustment

    Re-tighten bolts. Fig. 31 & Fig. 32. Test the cutting action with paper as previously described. Should the paper not cut satisfactorily, the cylinder may need to be sharpened, please refer back to youtr local Supaswift dealer. FIG. 35 FIG. 33 FIG.

  • Page 15: Blade Drive Chain

    WARNING Ensure engine is stopped before making any adjustment. The engine switch must be in “OFF” position and spark plug lead disconnected. BLADE DRIVE CHAIN After adjusting the blade, or as a maintenance procedure, the chain must be adjusted from time to time. Remove chain cover screws.

  • Page 16: Clutch And Drive Chains

    WARNING Ensure engine is stopped before making any adjustment. The engine switch must be in “OFF” position and spark plug lead disconnected. CLUTCH AND DRIVE WHEEL CHAINS These 2 chains are adjusted together. Loosen the two lock nuts. Refer to red circles Fig. 40. Slide the large sprocket upwards until chain has 5-6mm up and down movement.

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE ENGINE: Check the oil levels on the engine. Refer to owner’s manual. GENERAL: Regularly check and tighten all nuts and screws. Remove grass from around bearings on blade shaft. HANDLE ADJUSTMENT Remove chain cover. Refer to Fig. 42. Loosen four bolts on lower handle. Refer to Fig. 43. Adjust handle to required height up or down.

  • Page 18: Drive Cable Adjustment

    DRIVE CABLE ADJUSTMENT Loosen lock nut-A and adjust screw-B in or out for adjustment. Refer it Fig. 45. FIG. 45 MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLACEMENT Model no: SSU420ACM Serial no: Cut size: 20" (508 mm)

  • Page 19: Warranty

    WARRANTY The warranty for the engine used to power this machine may differ from the warranty for the other components. Refer to the engine warranty statement in the Engine Owner’s Manual which has been included with this machine. As the warranty may differ, you are advised to read the engine warranty carefully. For other items, this warranty shall apply for a period of 4 years from date of purchase for domestic use and for 90 days for commercial use and hire.
  • Page 20 NOTES...
  • Page 21 NOTES...
  • Page 22 Images are for illustrative purposes only. Supaswift is a trademark of Roy Gripske & Sons Pty Ltd. GA Spares shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein, nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from furnishing this material. The information is provided “as is”...

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