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- Page 1 942255F PREDATOR PRO 30HP GEN LP W/61” SIDE DISCHARGE 942256F PREDATOR PRO 30HP GEN LP W/61” REAR DISCHARGE PARTS MANUAL 4164944...
- Page 2 CALIFORNIA WARNING Proposition 65 Warning Diesel engine exhaust and some of its The engine exhaust from this product constituents are known to the State of contains chemicals known to the State California to cause cancer, birth defects of California to cause cancer, birth and other reproductive harm.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Your safe use of this Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. product is one of our prime design objectives. Many safety features are built in, but we also rely on your good sense and care to achieve accident-free operation. For best protection, study the manuals thoroughly. -
Page 4: Safety
Schiller of hazard seriousness. These words appear in this Grounds Care, Inc. Engineering Department. Any manual and on the safety labels attached to Schiller Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. product that is altered, Grounds Care, Inc. machines. For your safety and... - Page 5 SAFETY PREDATOR-PRO SERIES PREPARING FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING Operator preparation and training Read the Operation & Safety Manual – If an operator or mechanic cannot read English, it is the owner's responsibility to explain this material to them. If any portion of this material is unclear, contact your dealer representative for clarification.
- Page 6 SAFETY PREDATOR-PRO SERIES MACHINE OPERATION OPERATING SAFELY – Check operator present interlock system and In general brake operation. Adjust or repair any problems – Use extra care when loading or unloading the before using. machine onto a trailer or truck. –...
- Page 7 SAFETY PREDATOR-PRO SERIES Interrupting operation MANEUVERING SAFELY – Before leaving the operator's position: In general - Park on level ground; – Slow down before turning. - Disengage the PTO; – Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely - Set the parking brake; necessary.
- Page 8 SAFETY PREDATOR-PRO SERIES WARNING for wheel weights or counterweights to improve MOWING SLOPES stability. Slopes are a major factor in loss-of-control and tipover Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS) accidents that sometimes lead to severe injury or death. All • Fixed and folding Rollover Protection Structures slopes require extra caution.
- Page 9 SAFETY PREDATOR-PRO SERIES MAINTENANCE SAFETY WARNING IN GENERAL – Maintain machine according to manufacturer's BLADES schedule and instructions for maximum safety – Mower blades are sharp and best mowing results. and can cut. Use extra – Park machine on level ground. caution when handling.
- Page 10 SAFETY PREDATOR-PRO SERIES WARNING REMOVING A FUEL CYLINDER FROM THE FUEL MACHINE – Liquid Propane (LP) is a highly flammable fuel. Use caution when – Close fuel supply valve on cylinder tightly. handling. – Allow engine to run until fuel in line is consumed –...
- Page 11 SAFETY PREDATOR-PRO SERIES WARNING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM – Do not store the machine or cylinder near The machine's hydraulic system heating appliances with an open flame such operates under high pressure. as a water heater or an appliance with a pilot –...
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Page 16: Labels
LABELS PREDATOR-PRO SERIES WARNING WARNING PROPANE FUEL: HIGH PRESSURE FLUID - Use caution when handling tanks. - Leaks can penetrate skin. - Wear appropriate protection. - Seek immediate medical attention - Do not smoke. for oil penetration injury. - Have a qualified technician - See operator manual for proper perform maintenance. - Page 17 PREDATOR-PRO SERIES WARNING PRESSURIZED FUEL SYSTEM - Wear LP rated gloves as direct contact with LP can freeze skin - See operator manual for proper method to service LP fuel system and locate leaks 4165179 WARNING TANK REPLACEMENT - Index pin must be positioned in alignment hole of the tank to ensure correct tank placement - Wear LP rated gloves as direct...
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Page 18: Controls
CONTROLS PREDATOR-PRO SERIES POWER TAKE OFF (PTO) SWITCH (P) The operator must be in the seat when engaging the PTO or the engine will kill. Pulling the PTO switch out engages (turns on) the PTO and starts the blades or other attachment. Pushing the PTO switch in disengages (turns off) the PTO and stops the blades or other attachment. - Page 19 CONTROLS PREDATOR-PRO SERIES Reverse movement - To move the machine straight back, pull both traction levers back equally from their neutral position. Reverse speed increases as the levers are moved back farther. Maximum reverse speed is reached when the levers hit the rear of the forward-reverse slot.
- Page 20 CONTROLS PREDATOR-PRO SERIES PROPANE CYLINDER Cylinders should only be filled by trained personnel using proper safety procedures. FILL VALVE WITH OPD (1) (OVERFILL PROTECTION DEVICE) FLOAT GAUGE (2) Measures approximate fuel volume. LIQUID FUEL VALVE (3) Male quick connector. Turn counter-clockwise to open.
- Page 21 CONTROLS PREDATOR-PRO SERIES FUEL SHUT-OFF FUEL SHUT-OFF (FS)- This electric shut-off solenoid valve has an internal, replaceable filter (I), which allows for in-line filtration. PARKING BRAKE (R) - Pull the parking brake lever up and back to put the parking brake ON. Push it forward and down to put the parking brake OFF.
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Page 22: Pre-Operation Check List
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST PREDATOR-PRO SERIES PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST (OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY) ___ Review and follow all safety rules and safety ___ Never allow riders. decal instructions. ___ Inspect area and remove stones, branches or ___ Check that all safety decals are installed and in other hard objects that might be thrown, good condition. -
Page 23: Operation
OPERATION PREDATOR-PRO SERIES BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE FUELING – Insure the propane cylinders are full by looking at – Be familiar with all controls, how each functions the tank gauge. and what each operates. – Check the engine oil level and add if necessary. Open the fuel valves of the propane cylinders slowly. - Page 24 OPERATION PREDATOR-PRO SERIES OPERATING NOTES DRIVING 1. With the PTO disengaged, move the parking – Practice at slow engine and travel speeds with the brake to OFF. PTO off until fully familiar with the controls. 2. Move both traction levers out of neutral lock. –...
- Page 25 OPERATION PREDATOR-PRO SERIES CUTTING 1. Place the discharge chute in the down position or correctly fit a grass collector or mulcher plate. DANGER 2. Sit in the seat. 3. Start the engine. 4. Turn the blades on by pulling up on the PTO ROTATING BLADES switch.
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Page 26: Maintenance Chart
MAINTENANCE CHART PREDATOR-PRO SERIES Maintenance is an ongoing job. These intervals are maximum times between maintenance operations. Perform more often under severe conditions. MAINTENANCE OPERATION FIRST EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY DAILY HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS ENGINE Consult the engine manual for additional information and instructions Check/Top Off Engine Coolant Level... - Page 27 MAINTENANCE RECORD PREDATOR-PRO SERIES NOTES ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ ________________________________________________ & & r i f , l i t l i...
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Page 28: Maintenance
(A 1/2 second delay is built into the system to prevent engine cutout when traversing rough terrain.) Repair machine before using if the Operator Presence Interlock System does not operate correctly in start or run. Contact your authorized Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. dealer. Hardware Tighten any nuts and bolts found loose. - Page 29 MAINTENANCE PREDATOR-PRO SERIES LUBRICATION Every 50 hours of operation, lubricate the following points (1-4) with grease: 1. Deck lift rockshaft (1 point) 2. Deck lift pivots (6 points) 3. Brake lever pivot (1 point) 4. Push arms (2 points located at rear of cutterdeck under each fuel tank) 5.
- Page 30 MAINTENANCE PREDATOR-PRO SERIES HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Fluid level in the hydraulic system should be checked after the first 5 hours of operation, and every 100 hours thereafter, or when a leak has occurred. If the fluid is low, check all components for leaks. To check, remove reservoir cap M.
- Page 31 MAINTENANCE PREDATOR-PRO SERIES ENGINE OIL Do not perform engine maintenance without the engine off, spark plug wires disconnected and PTO disengaged. AFTER FIRST FIVE (5) HOURS While the engine is warm: 1. Release the oil drain hose assembly from the engine clip J.
- Page 32 MAINTENANCE PREDATOR-PRO SERIES HEAVY DUTY CYCLONIC AIR CLEANER Clean and replace the air cleaner element as specified in the service chart. Uneven running, lack of power or black exhaust fumes may indicate a dirty air cleaner. To replace air cleaner elements: 1.
- Page 33 MAINTENANCE PREDATOR-PRO SERIES CLEANING MACHINE Clean the machine after use. The machine will run cooler and last longer if kept free of clippings and other debris. A clean machine also reduces the risk of fire due to accumulation of combustible debris and chaff Brush or blow clippings and debris off the cutterdeck and engine deck.
- Page 34 – Maintain cut angle at 30 – Do not overheat blades when sharpening. – Always use Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. blades. Use of another manufacturer’s blades may be dangerous. SPECIFIC TORQUES BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 70 FT-LBS (95 Nm) WHEEL HUB NUTS: 175 FT-LBS (237 Nm)
- Page 35 ADJUSTMENTS PREDATOR-PRO SERIES DECK LEVELING 1. Park the machine on a smooth, level surface. Raise the deck to the transport position. 2. Lower the deck onto a set of equal height blocks A under the rear corners of the deck. Place an- other set of blocks B under the front of the deck so that the deck top is pitched forward 1/8".
- Page 36 ADJUSTMENTS PREDATOR-PRO SERIES HEIGHT OF CUT The height of cut is set by moving height of cut pin N to the hole designated for the height of cut desired. To change the height of cut: 1. Lift the deck to the highest position. 2.
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Page 37: Adjustments
ADJUSTMENTS PREDATOR-PRO SERIES CONTROL LEVERS There are two mounting positions for the control levers, upper and lower. The lower position works well for most people. Taller operators may need the upper position. To adjust the height of the control levers: –... - Page 38 ADJUSTMENTS PREDATOR-PRO SERIES HYDROSTAT ADJUSTMENTS A turnbuckle-style hydrostat neutral adjustment is provided. Neutral: 1. Support the machine with the rear wheels off the ground. Use jackstands or equivalent sup- port. Do not rely only on mechanical or hydraulic jacks. 2. Move the traction levers out into the neutral lock position and raise the seat.
- Page 39 5. Remove old belt from the machine. 6. Install a new belt by performing the these steps in reverse order. Note: Always use Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. re- placement belts, not general purpose belts. Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. belts are specially designed for use on commercial mowers and will normally last longer.
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Page 40: Belt Replacement
BELT REPLACEMENT PREDATOR-PRO SERIES CUTTERDECK BELT 1. Set the cutterdeck in the lowest height-of-cut position. 2. Remove the engine-cutterdeck belt from the deck idlers and pulley (see engine-cutterdeck belt replacement). Push it aside but don't remove it from the machine. 3. - Page 41 SCHILLER GROUNDS CARE, INC. ONE BOB-CAT LANE P.O. BOX 469 JOHNSON CREEK, WI 53038 920-699-2000 www.schillergc.com ©Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. 2010...
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