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SCH FM42 Operating Instructions Manual

Flail mower 1070mm (42”)
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FLAIL MOWER 1070mm (42")
Ref: FM42

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  • Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLAIL MOWER 1070mm (42”) Ref: FM42...

  • Page 2: Specifications

    DESCRIPTION The FM42 is powered by a 9Hp Honda petrol engine complete with electric start. The flails are free floating on a chain link to the rotor shaft. The tow bar has two operating positions, one in the centre of the machine and the other to one side where it is beneficial not to run on the standing growth before cutting.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Pull the manual start cord to make sure the cutting rotor is free. If applicable, clear the rotor until the machine is free. If the rotor is free, use the key-start. If in doubt, please call the SCH customer help line at 01473 328272.

  • Page 4: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Clean the unit after use. Check to see all nuts and bolts are tight. Care for the engine as per manual. Grease the following twice yearly:  Rear transport wheels – nipples in the centre of the wheel.  Main rotor shaft - one is on the exposed side, the other is visible by removing the side belt guard.

  • Page 5: Height Adjustment

    ENGINE SAFETY & OPERATION Follow the engine instruction & safety manual.  Position the safety switch to ‘on’  Always adjust the speed setting on the hand lever.  Never try to use the speed control on the engine. Operation: Have the engine running at full throttle.

  • Page 6: Belt Adjustment

    BELT ADJUSTMENT Stop engine and remove the key before adjusting the belt. Remove the belt guard. On the belt tensioner plate, slacken the bottom mounting bolt. Slacken the mounting bolt situated in the middle slot. Push the bracket into the belts. Whilst holding the bracket, tighten both holding bolts.
  • Page 7 PARTS LIST FOR FM42 For Engine spares, please refer to the manual. Description Quantity Clevis hitch 50mm ball hitch On/off switch Speed control lever Speed control cable Jockey wheel Prop leg Adjustable centre tow bar screw Upper pin for above...

  • Page 8: Warranty

    HOW TO CHANGE THE TOWBAR FROM OFFSET / MIDDLE Find some firm ground, and unhitch the flail mower from the towing vehicle. Drop down the prop leg Raise the Jockey Wheel Uncouple the adjustable top link by removing the pin closest to the mower body.

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