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SC180L & SC180GL Sodcutter Sodcutter Owner's Manual SC180L & SC180GL Original Instructions IMPORTANT- READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 5109837...
Intended Use • Read the Owner's Manual to familiarize yourself with the unit. Read how to operate and maintain your unit for This machine may only be utilized for the purpose for which optimum performance. it was designed. This machine is designed to cut 24" (61 cm) •...
Features and Controls G. 830502 - Decal, Oil Chain H. 371501 - Decal, Caster Left 371504 - Decal, Caster Right Instructional Decals The instructional decals shown below were installed on your new Sodcutter. If any decals are damaged or missing, 373500 - Decal, Console replace them before operation.
Drive Controls The drive controls are located on each side of the operator console. Engage the right lever to move forward (A, Figure 2). Engage the left lever to move in reverse (B). To increase speed, depress the lever gradually. Depress the lever fully for maximum speed.
Operation ground conditions allow, increase or decrease the ground speed of the unit. To gradually increase speed, gradually depress the lever. The unit operates at maximum speed Before Operation with the lever fully depressed. The unit operates at minimum speed with the lever minimally depressed. As with all mechanical tools, use reasonable care during operation.
5. Remove the damaged or worn drive belt (C) from engine Maintenance Each Use drive pulley (A). Operation Note: The idler arm (B) will swing free, and the idler arm Grease jackshaft bearings. spring (E) will become loose. Retain the spring to reattach after installing the new belt.
9. Check the unit for proper operation. If there is loose hardware or excessive vibration, do not operate the unit. DANGER Contact your Authorized Service Dealer. Use heavy-duty work gloves while checking or replacing the Cable Maintenance blade to avoid risk of injury. If the blade strikes and object during operation, stop Adjusting Cable Tension immediately, disengage the blade lever, and turn off the unit.
Problem Possible Cause Solution Engine will not start. Engine Stop Switch is in Move Engine Stop STOP position. Switch to RUN position. Choke not engaged. Engage the choke. See Engine Controls. No gasoline, or bad/old gasoline. Add or replace gasoline. Spark plug wire Connect spark plug disconnected...
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Height Adjust Assembly (Part 1) Height Adjust Assembly (Part 1) SC181H SC180L SC181HG SC180GL Item No. Item No. Description Description Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. INSERT GLIDE 1 INCH 10-14 GA INSERT GLIDE 1 INCH 10-14 GA...
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Back Wheel Assembly (Part 1) Back Wheel Assembly (Part 1)
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Back Wheel Assembly Back Wheel Assembly SC180L SC180GL Item No. Item No. Description Description Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. SCREWCAP 5/16”-18 X 1” GR 5 HCS ZP SCREWCAP 5/16”-18 X 1” GR 5 HCS ZP 8041028 8041028...
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Frame Assembly Part 1 Frame Assembly Part 1...
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Frame Assembly Part 1 Frame Assembly Part 1 SC181H SC180L SC180GL Item No. Item No. Description Description Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. SPROCKET, 40B42, 1.00” BORE SPROCKET, 40B42, 1.00” BORE 373317 373317 373317 373317 GROMMET 0.69” I.D. FIT 1.00” HOLE GROMMET 0.69”...
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Frame Assembly Part 2 Frame Assembly Part 2...
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Frame Assembly Part 2 Frame Assembly Part 2 SC180L SC180GL Item No. Item No. Description Description Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. PULLEY, BLADE DRIVE PULLEY, BLADE DRIVE 373230 373230 373230 373230 GEARBOX, SPIRAL BEVEL 2:1 CURTIS GEARBOX, SPIRAL BEVEL 2:1 CURTIS...
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Engine Assembly Engine Assembly SC180L SC180GL Item No. Item No. Description Description Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. WASHER 1.5 OD x .453 ID x .25 THK WASHER 1.5 OD x .453 ID x .25 THK 440153 440153...
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Speed Control Assembly Speed Control Assembly...
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Speed Control Assembly Speed Control Assembly SC180L SC180GL Item No. Item No. Description Description Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .375”-16 ZP NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .375”-16 ZP 8165003 8165003 8165003 8165003 CAM, SPEED CONTROL WA CAM, SPEED CONTROL WA...
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