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Front Flail Brushcutter
CG 101
Operator's Manual
Read this manual completely before operating or maintaining this machine.
Failure to follow safety precautions could result in serious injury or death.
Keep this manual for future reference by you and by all those who operate
and maintain this machine.
CHIKUSUI CANYCOM, INC.
90-1 Fukumasu, Yoshii-machi,
Ukiha-shi, Fukuoka, Japan 839-1396
Tel.+81-(0)943-75-2195 Fax.+81-(0)943-75-4396
5509 5501 000

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  • Page 1 Front Flail Brushcutter CG 101 Operator's Manual Read this manual completely before operating or maintaining this machine. Failure to follow safety precautions could result in serious injury or death. Keep this manual for future reference by you and by all those who operate and maintain this machine.
  • Page 2 CHIKUSUI CANYCOM, INC. http://www.canycom.co.jp/ Sales Headquarters TEL +81-(0)943-75-2195 FAX +81-(0)943-75-4396 ■ Foreign Trade Center TEL +81-(0)3-3552-6277 FAX +81-(0)3-3552-6288 ■ Authorized Dealer All rights reserved. Unauthorized use or reproduction of this material is prohibited.
  • Page 3 Notice to Users and Maintenance Personnel Thank you for purchasing this machine. This manual provides information needed for safe and effective use of this machine to those who operate or maintain machine. Make sure to read and understand the manual thoroughly before operating this product.
  • Page 4 Notice to Owner • Be sure that everyone who uses this machine, including those who rent or lease this machine, receives a copy of this Operator's Manual and understands the importance of reading and following the information in this manual. Warning Terms Used in this Manual In this manual, the following four warning terms are used to signal the four levels of hazard (or seriousness of possible accidents).
  • Page 5 Warranty and After-Sales Service Warranty CHIKUSUI CANYCOM, INC. guarantees this product, based on the terms of warranty. A copy of this warranty is reproduced in the back of this manual. After-Sales Service Consult your local CANYCOM dealer or our company’s sales department regarding service orders or any questions or problems that may arise when using this machine.
  • Page 6 Emission Control Information This product meets the applicable emissions and evaporative regulations as required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board. The relevant information is provided in the label shown below. Location of Emissions Label Emissions Label EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION THIS EQUIPMENT...
  • Page 7 Contents 1. Safety Safety Labels ........1 Safety Mechanisms .
  • Page 8 Driving ........16 Starting .
  • Page 9 Drive Train........42 Transmission Oil ..........42 Track .
  • Page 10 7. Transporting Hauling ........65 Loading and Unloading .
  • Page 11 • Replace these labels immediately if they have been removed, have fallen off or become illegible. Use the part number, on the label or shown in this manual, to order a replacement label from your CANYCOM representative. • Do not dash high pressure water on safety labels when washing machine.
  • Page 12 Safety Safety Mechanisms This product is equipped with the following safety mechanisms. Start Interlock Mechanism Engine can be started only when drive clutch lever is in [OFF (disengaged)] position. This is to prevent unintended movement of machine or cutting blade when starting engine. Start Interlock Mechanism Engine can be stopped only pressing stop switch which is interrocked with start switch.
  • Page 13 Safety Safety Precautions This section contains safety precautions to follow when operating and maintaining the machine. Read and understand the precautions in this section as well as throughout this manual and follow them when operating or maintaining the machine. Failure to follow safety precautions could result in property damage, serious injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
  • Page 14 Safety Preparation • Fuel is highly flammable. See Checking and Filling Fuel, page 15, for important safety information on handling fuel. • Always wear protective footwear, long trousers, hardhat, safety glasses and ear protection when operating or servicing the machine. Proper clothing will minimize the chance of injury.
  • Page 15 Safety Operation This machine is intended for cutting grass and bushes. Any other use may pose hazard or cause damage to the machine. The stability of the machine is affected by the speed, rate of steering, terrain and the operator's weight. Always pay close attention to these factors or a loss of control or tip over could occur, resulting in property damage, serious injury or death.
  • Page 16 Safety • Never attempt to drive over a large obstacle such as rock or fallen tree. • Always travel slowly and use extra caution when operating on unfamiliar terrain. Be alert when traveling on changing terrain. • Never operate on terrain that you are not comfortable with. Avoid terrain that is so rough, slippery or loose that you feel like you could tip over.
  • Page 17 Safety Driving on a Slope • Never use on a slope steeper than 15 degrees. • Driving on a slope can be dangerous. It can result in a tip over and cause serious injury or death. Take the following precautions. •...
  • Page 18 Safety Cutting When conducting cutting operation, take the following precautions. • Always follow the proper procedures for cutting as described in this manual. • Shutt off the work site. Post signs to inform of the cutting operation. Close off the site with rope if necessary to keep people, especially children, off the work site.
  • Page 19 • Make sure to reinstall the safety covers that have been removed for inspection or service. Otherwise, moving or heated parts remain exposed and can cause injuries or burns. If any safty cover is damaged, contact your CANYCOM representative. Do not use machine until safety cover is exchanged.
  • Page 20 Controls and Components Name and Function of Controls 1. Main Switch 17. Hour Meter 9. Shift Lever 12. Cutting Height Adjust Handle 10. Side Clutch Lever 5. Fuel Cap 6. Fuel Gauge 10. Side Clutch Lever 7. Starter Handle 3. Choke Lever 4.
  • Page 21 Controls and Components 1 Main Switch ... . Main switch is used to start or stop engine. 2 Throttle Lever ..Throttle lever is used to control engine speed. 3 Choke Lever .
  • Page 22 Controls and Components 14 Safety Guard... . Safety guard is to protect operator from scattering object while grass cutting. Always check before operation. 15 Antiscattering Cover ..This rubber cover prevents cut grass or stones to be thrown out.
  • Page 23 Specifications Product Specifications · Use this product properly after understanding its specifications thoroughly. Model and Type CG101USA Overall Length mm (in) 1800 (70.9) Overall Width mm (in) 1000 (39.4) Overall Height mm (in) 1050 (41.3) Track Center Distance mm (in) 650 (25.6) Machine Mass kg (lbs)
  • Page 24 Specifications Model and Type CG101USA 6.5 (6997) 1st gear a/h (sq.ft/h) M o w i n g R a t e (cutting width X 2nd gear a/h (sq.ft/h) 12.8 (13993) Speed X 0.7) 3rd gear (for transporting) Max. tipover angle degrees *These specifications are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 25 Operation Preparation Pre-start up Inspection Always perform an inspection before use. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule (page 32) for the inspection schedule and procedure. Checking and Filling Fuel • Keep fire and spark away when handling fuel. Otherwise it may result in fire disaster.
  • Page 26 Operation Adjusting Handle Position Handle position can be adjusted to one of two available positions to operator's figure. Remove 4 bolts (2 on each side). Bolt Install handle bar to another position. 5509M-0401-020E Driving Starting • Always start and run engine in a well ventilated place. Otherwise exhaust cause poisoning.
  • Page 27 Using this machine under such conditions may result in an accident or cause damage to machine. If you need to use this machine above that altitude, contact your CANYCOM representative. • Scan around your surroundings and confirm the position of drive clutch lever and cutting rotary clutch lever before start engine.
  • Page 28 Operation Make sure shift lever is in [N (neutral)] Shift Lever position. 5509M-0402-030E Turn main switch to [ON] position. Main Switch Start 5509M-0402-060E Move throttle lever between [ (slow)] and Throttle Lever (fast)] positions. 5509M-0402-040E Pull choke lever to close position. Choke Lever Close 5509M-0402-050E...
  • Page 29 Operation Starting with Electric Starter Turn main switch to [Start] position to start Main Switch engine. Release key immediately after engine starts. Key automatically returns to [ON] position. Start 5509M-0402-090E Starting with Recoil Starter Pull recoil starter knob at one stroke. Pay attention not to break the string.
  • Page 30 Operation Stopping Engine • Do not touch engine or other hot parts right after engine stopped. It may cause burns. Wait until those parts to cool off enough if you need to touch them. NOTE • Always stop engine with engine switch. Move throttle lever to [ (slow)] position.
  • Page 31 Operation Driving • Do not allow bystanders to come near machine when driving. • Always make certain of the safety of your surroundings before turning. • Do not make sudden starts, acceralation, change of speed, change of direction, or stop. Do not turn at speed. Avoid sudden maneuvers; this may cause the operator to fall or to be thrown, or machine to tip over.
  • Page 32 Operation Make sure drive clutch levers are in [OFF] position. Drive Clutch Lever 5509M-0402-020E Move shift lever firmly to a desired position. Shift Lever NOTE Reverse Forweard • Do not move shift lever when drive clutch lever is in [ON] position. It may cause malfunction.
  • Page 33 Operation When changing gears, disengage drive clutch by releasing drive clutch lever. Move shift lever firmly to a desired position. NOTE • Never move shift lever into other gear while Drive Clutch Lever driving. It may cause malfunction of the machine or may get out of control.
  • Page 34 Operation Adjust throttle lever toward [ (slow)] to Throttle Lever slow down. 5509M-0404-050E Grab side clutch lever on the desired side to turn machine in the same direction. Side Clutch Lever 5509M-0404-060E Side Clutch Lever 5509M-0404-070E -24-...
  • Page 35 Operation Parking • Do not make a sudden stop. Operator may be thrown off, or machine may skid or tip over. • Always park on a firm, level, and open place that is not surrounded by obstacles. • Do not park in a potientially dangerous place. Do not park on an incline. •...
  • Page 36 Operation Move throttle lever to [ (slow)] position. Throttle Lever 5509M-0403-010E Move shift lever to [N (neutral)] position. Shift Lever 5509M-0402-030E Turn engine switch to [OFF] position to stop Main Switch engine. NOTE • Before stopping, run engine in low speed Start for a few minutes to cool down.
  • Page 37 Operation Cutting • Never place any part of body near cutting rotor deck or lean on the rotor deck while engine is running. It result in serious injury if drive clutch lever engaged unexpectedly. • Never operate this machine without installing safety covers. Do not modify covers to be opened while in operation.
  • Page 38 Operation • If machine crashes with an obstacle, stop engine, check machine andperform repair if necessary. Failing to do so may cause accident or malfunction of machine. • Always cut grass in forward gears. Never use R1 gear while working. Not only does it increase the chance of objects being thrown off, but there is also a risk that the operator is caught between machine and obstacle or fall off.
  • Page 39 Operation Perform pre-start up inspection before use. (Page 15) Adjust cutting height by turning cutting height Cutting Height adjust handle. Turn it clock-wise to increase Adjust Handle cutting height. Turn it counter-clockwise to decrease cutting height. NOTE • Adjust cutting height a little higher at first and adjust cutting height depending on a 5509M-0405-010E condition.
  • Page 40 Operation Move cutting rotary clutch lever to [ON] Cutting Rotary slowly. Cutting Rotor starts turning. Clutch Lever NOTE • Engine stalls if cutting rotor clutch lever pulled at one stroke. • In case of any abnormal noise or vibration, stop engine and check if deformation or 5509M-0405-030E missing cutter blade and foreign object is stuck.
  • Page 41 Operation Fixing Casters Caster wheels can be fixed for working on the slope. Remove snap pins from pins on the left side of the handlebar. Snap Pin 5509M-0405-040E Turn caster straight and insert pin into the hole on the kingpin. Secure pin with snap pin.
  • Page 42 • Perform a pre-startup inspection (PSI) before each use, a monthly inspection once a month, and a yearly inspection once a year. • Some maintenance procedures described below may require special knowledge or tools and instruments. Contact your CANYCOM representative to perform such procedures. Chassis •...
  • Page 43 Engine shall start easily without making any √ √ √ Starting irregular noise. Engine speed shall be set properly at idle Contact your CANYCOM √ and at full throttle without a load. Engine representative for shall stay running smoothly. inspection.
  • Page 44 Maintenance Schedule Item Description Note Oil shall be clean and at correct level. √ √ √ Lubrication No noticable oil leaks shall be found in head System √ √ √ cover, oil pan, or pipes. There shall not be any leaks in fuel tank, √...
  • Page 45 Maintenance Schedule Item Description Note Engine switch shall work properly when √ √ √ starting Engine shall stop by pressing engine switch. √ √ √ Cutting blades shall be free of crack, uneven √ √ √ wear and deformation. Cutting Fastening bolts and nuts shall not be loose.
  • Page 46 Maintenance Lubrication and Greasing Points • Grease regularly. Insufficient greasing may result in seizure or rusting, affecting smooth operation of machine and shorten machine life. • Pay attention not to let any foreign object or water enter during refueling operation. Points to Lubricate (use automotive gasoline engine oil, SD or above, 10W-30): Wires (Drive clutch, Side clutch, Cutting rotary clutch, throttle) Drive clutch lever pivots (L and R), Cutting rotary clutch lever pivot...
  • Page 47 Maintenance List of Consumables and Spares • When replacing consumable or spare, always use CANYCOM genuine part. Item Part No. Qty. Note Cutting Rotary Frail Set (46 knives, bolts and nuts) 1469 1335 000 Replace all knives at once Bolt...
  • Page 48 Maintenance Engine Engine Oil • Dispose of the drained oil properly. • Make certain to fill engine with correct grade of oil to the specified level. Insufficient amount or wrong grade of oil reduces performance and may cause permanent damage to engine. NOTE •...
  • Page 49 Maintenance Changing Oil Filler Cap Park machine on a level surface. NOTE • Adjust mower cutting height so that engine is level. Drain Plug 5509M-0505-010E Have an appropriate oil drain pan. Oil Filler Cap Remove oil filler cap and drain plug to drain oil.
  • Page 50 Maintenance Spark Plug Follow the instructions in Operator's Manual for the engine to inspect, clean or change spark plug. Gap between the electrode 5509M-0505-040E Fuel Cock • Never smoke or use open flame when cleaning fuel cock. It may catch fire and cause explosion or fire.
  • Page 51 Maintenance Fuel Hose • Inspect fuel hose for leaks and deterioration. Leaked fuel can lead to fire and explosion. Inspect fuel hose for cuts, damages and deterioration. Ifany cut, damage or deterioration is found, replace hose. Inspect joints and hose bands. Tighten hose bands if loose. NOTE •...
  • Page 52 • In case of iron powder in drained oil, this is the sign of the break down of gear box by wear out of gears and need overhaul inspection. Please contact with your CANYCOM representative in this case. Inspecting Park machine on a level surface.
  • Page 53 Maintenance Track NOTE • Always inspect the tension of track before operation. Too tight or too loose track will cause premature wear of sprocket, track to come off, or track to be cut or cracked. Inspecting Sag to be 1-20mm Jack up machine so that track is parallel to Tension Bolt the ground.
  • Page 54 Maintenance Install new crawler. Adjust crawler. Tighten lock nut. Perform the same operation to the other side. Lower machine. Crawler Guide Crawler guide wears out. Visually inspect crawler guide and if worn, replace. Jack up machine so that it is parallel to the Bolt ground.
  • Page 55 Maintenance Drive Clutch • Stop engine and remove ignition key when servicing drive train. Allow machine to cool off before servicing. Engine and its ancillaries are very hot after operation and may pose a burn hazard. • Test drive after adjustment. Make sure everything is in order. •...
  • Page 56 Maintenance Move drive clutch lever to [ON] position. Drive Clutch Levers NOTE • Clutch levers are of deadman-control type and do not stay in engaged ([ON]) position. Tie levers with a string to keep them in [ON] position. 5509M-0506-050E Press the top of belt with finger to see if the Sag to be 10-15mm sag is between 10 and 15mm.
  • Page 57 Maintenance Side Clutch If side clutch wire is too tight, side clutch may come off when there is an excessive loading on the axle. If side clutch wire is too loose, side clutch does not disengage and machine cannot be steered. Adjusting Loosen lock nut on side clutch wire.
  • Page 58 Maintenance Cutting System Inspecting and Replacing Cutting Blades • Always inspect cutting blade for bending, missing or wear before operation. Neglecting this may reduce working efficiency or throw broken blade out and cause accident against operator or bystander. • Cutting blades are rotating at high speed in the cutting rotor deck. Just one missing or broken blade cause abnormal vibration.
  • Page 59 Maintenance When blades wear and do not cut well, turn them over to use the other edges of the blades. There are 46 blades mounted in pairs on the 23 mounting brackets on the rotor drum. Undo mounting bolt and locknut to replace or Bolt turn over blades.
  • Page 60 Maintenance Cleaning Inside Cutting Rotary Cover • Stop engine and make sure cutting rotary is stopped before cleaning inside cutting rotary cover. Cut grass, vine, mud or soil inside cutting rotary cover hinder operation of cutting rotary. Regularly inspect inside cutting rotary cover, remove grass and vine, and cleam mud or soil that is accumulated inside cover.
  • Page 61 Maintenance Adjusting Belt Cover Park machine on level surface and stop engine. Remove belt cover. 5509M-0506-040E Move cutting rotary clutch lever to [ON] Cutting Rotary Clutch Lever position. 5509M-0507-040E Press the top of belt with finger to see if the Sag to be 10-20mm sag is between 10 and 20mm.
  • Page 62 Maintenance Mower Belt Adjusting Mower Belt Cover Park machine on level surface and stop engine. Remove mower belt cover. 5509M-0507-070E Inspect if length of spring is within 68-71mm Spring Adjuster range. If not, adjust the length of spring with spring adjuster.
  • Page 63 Maintenance Adjusting Shift to [N (neutral)] and start engine. Turn throttle lever to [ (fast)]. With cutting rotary clutch lock lever pressed, Adjust Nut move cutting rotary lever to [ON] position. Let cutting rotary run until its rotation is steady. Move cutting rotary clutch lever to [OFF] 5509M-0507-090E position.
  • Page 64 Maintenance Electrical System Inspecting Battery • Battery fluid (sulfic acid) is corrosive, and it causes severe burns. If battery fluid is spilt on the skin or clothes, immediately wash with running water. If it enters an eye, immediately wash with running water and seek medical help. •...
  • Page 65 Maintenance Remove negarive (-) cable. Battery Holder Battery Remove positive (+) cable. Remove battery holder to take off battery. Clean battery with damp cloth. Visually inspect battery. If there is any damage, crack or leak, replace battery. Charge battery according to the Operator's Manual for Battery Charger.
  • Page 66 Maintenance After Use Care After Normal Use • Never store fuel place near fire, spark or high tempratured place. It may cause fire. • Fire hazard; clean machine of cut grass and similar material after use. Cut grass that is accumulated on the machine can catch fire. •...
  • Page 67 Maintenance After Cold Weather Use • Fire hazard; clean machine of cut grass and similar material after use. Cut grass that is accumulated on the machine can catch fire. • Do not wash engine or control panel with running water; water may enter inside and cause rust or damage.
  • Page 68 Maintenance Storage • Fire hazard; do not store machine where there is a possiblity of ignition. • Do not wash engine or control panel with running water; water may enter inside and cause rust or damage. • Clean machine before storage; dirt or foreign objects may freeze and cause damage.
  • Page 69 Maintenance Engine NOTE • Refer to Operation Manual for the engine, for detailed instructions on preparing engine for storage. • Drain fuel from carburator and fuel tank before storing machine for long time period. Deteriorated fuel cause failure on starting and engine rotation. Do not use fuel left in the fuel tank for long time.
  • Page 70 Troubleshooting chart below. If the malfunction or abnormal condition is not listed in the chart, or the suggested measure does not solve the problem, consult with your CANYCOM representative. • Some corrective measures listed below require special knowledge and/or equipment.
  • Page 71 Loose drive belt. →Adjust Page 45 Poor power or Excessive load →Reduce load. acceleration Other (other than the →Please contact above). your CANYCOM representative. →Please contact Irregular noise or your CANYCOM vibration from or representative. around the engine →Please contact Excessive oil...
  • Page 72 V-belt is loose. →Adjust V-belt. Page 45 clutch lever is Other (other than the →Please contact operated. above). your CANYCOM representative. Drive or brake clutch is →Adjust drive and Machine moves when not properly adjusted. brake clutch wires. Drive drive clutch lever is Train disengaged.
  • Page 73 Other (other than the →Please contact above). your CANYCOM representative. Grass is too long. →Cut in several steps at different heights. Engine speed is too low. →Raise engine speed. Driving speed is too →Drive slow.
  • Page 74 V-belt for rotor 50, 52 operated. properly. Cutting rotor clutch →Adjust wire properly. Page 50 wire is not adjusted Cutting rotor does properly. not stop when Brake shoe is wear →Please contact cutting rotor clutch is out. your CANYCOM disengaged. representative. -64-...
  • Page 75 Transporting Hauling Loading and Unloading • Park transporter (truck) on a level ground. Always use chocks to secure wheels. • Do not allow bystandars to come close to machine or transporter when loading or unloading machine. • Use only loading ramps with sufficient strength (to withstand the combined weight of machine and operator), width (more than twice the width of tire.), and length (more than 4 times the height of loading deck of transporter), and have anti-slip ramp surfaces.
  • Page 76 Transporting Use unti-slip surfaced loading ramp that is enough with length, width and strength stated "Guidance for the Loading Ramp" below. Use "1 "gear when loading and "R" Raise before gear when unloading at reduced engine loading speed with caution. Raise mower deck with cutting height adjust lever before loading.
  • Page 77 Diagram Circuit Diagram Switch Circuit Stop engine Start engine Hour Meter Run engine Main Switch Rectifier Magneto 5A Fuse 1 4 2 5 Spark Plug Starter ACT50 A-19L Battery 5509M-0801-010E -67-...