Summary of Contents for Schiller Grounds Care BOB-CAT ASTCAT RZ FR600V KAW
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® MOWERS 942311H FASTCAT RZ FR600V KAW W/42 SIDE DISCHARGE (S/N 1600 AND ABOVE) 942315H FASTCAT RZ FR651V KAW W/52 SIDE DISCHARGE 942316J FASTCAT RZ FR691V KAW W/61 SIDE DISCHARGE...
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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.
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 manual thoroughly.
“aftermarket” accessories or component shown above. parts not specifically approved by Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. will result in the Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. Warranty being voided. DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous Any and all liability for personal injury and/or property...
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SAFETY FastCat RZ 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 factory representative for clarification.
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SAFETY FastCat RZ Machine preparation Starting Check operator presence interlock system and Start only according to instructions in this manual brake operation. Adjust or repair any problems or on the machine. before using. Before attempting to start the engine, make sure: Do not tamper with or defeat safety devices.
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SAFETY FastCat RZ Interrupting operation Mowing slopes WARNING Before leaving the operator's position: Slopes are a major factor in loss-of-control and tip over - Park on level ground. accidents that sometimes lead - Disengage the PTO. to severe injury or death. All - Set the parking brake.
SAFETY FastCat RZ ROLL OVER PROTECTION STRUCTURE (ROPS) • A folding Rollover Protection Structures (ROPS) is attached on this machine. A ROPS is a Roll Over Protective Structure. The • ROPS reduces the risk of serious or fatal injury If a ROPS is installed and the machine is in the unlikely event of a tip over, although the overturning, hold onto the steering levers.
SAFETY FastCat RZ MAINTENANCE SAFETY Blades WARNING In general Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Use extra caution Maintain machine according to manufacturer's when handling. Remove ob- schedule and instructions for maximum safety structions with care. Wrap the and best mowing results. blade(s) or wear gloves.
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SAFETY FastCat RZ BATTERY JUMP STARTING WARNING 1. Be sure the jumper cables are in good condition. Battery acid is caustic and fumes Turn off the ignition and all electrical accessories are explosive and can cause on both machines. serious injury or death. 2.
SET UP INSTRUCTIONS FastCat RZ TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY Wrecking bar Claw hammer Sockets: 1/2”, 15/16 Wrenches: 18mm, 1/2”, 9/16”, 3/4”, 15/16” Tire pressure gauge NOTE: All references below to the “right” or “left” are with respect to an operator at the controls. 1.
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS FastCat RZ 4. ROLL OVER PROTECTION STRUCTURE (ROPS) a) Remove cotter pin E from hitch pin F. Pull out hitch pin F, rotate upper hoop to the upright position. Reinstall hitch pin F. Reinstall cotter Pin E through hitch pin F. 5.
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LABELS FastCat RZ BEFORE STARTING OR SERVICING: Read and understand the Operator's Manual & labels. - Be sure machine is in safe operating condition. NOTE: Decal is located - Move traction levers to neutral lock, parking brake to ON. under foot plate. - Set PTO switch to OFF.
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LABELS FastCat RZ OPERATOR'S MANUAL IS LOCATED UNDER THE FOOT PLATE. 4167202 WARNING AVOID INJURY OR DEATH FROM ROLL OVER: Keep roll bar in the raised position and use seat belt. THERE IS NO ROLL OVER PROTECTION WHEN THE ROLL BAR IS LOWERED. Lower the roll baronly when necessary and NEVER remove it.
CONTROLS FastCat RZ KEYSWITCH (K) - The keyswitch has three positions: OFF, RUN, and START. Insert the key and turn it clockwise to move the switch from OFF to RUN. Turn it further to START and hold to engage the starter. Release the key and the switch will return to RUN from START.
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CONTROLS FastCat RZ FUEL SELECTOR VALVE (U) The fuel tank selector valve is located behind the seat. The fuel tank selector valve has three positions: Off: The tank selector is off when the lever points down. The selector should be off whenever the machine is transported or stands unused for any length of time.
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CONTROLS FastCat RZ 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.
CONTROLS FastCat RZ 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. The parking brake must be ON to start the engine. It must also be ON to keep the engine running if the operator leaves the seat.
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST FastCat RZ PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST (OPERATOR’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.
OPERATION FastCat RZ FUELING OPERATOR PRESENCE INTERLOCK SYSTEM - Fill fuel tank with good quality, clean, unleaded regular gasoline. Refer to engine manual. To start the engine: - Use a funnel to avoid spilling. - The PTO switch must be OFF. - Both traction levers must be in the neutral lock position.
OPERATION FastCat RZ OPERATING NOTES - Practice at slow engine and travel speeds with the PTO off until fully familiar with the controls. - For normal cutting the throttle should be set at the full open position. By using the traction levers to speed up or slow down the machine during use, maximum control and cutting efficiency can be maintained.
OPERATION FastCat RZ CUTTING DANGER 1. Place the discharge chute in the down position or correctly fit a grass collector or mulcher plate. 2. Sit in the seat. 3. Start the engine. ROTATING BLADES 4. Turn the blades on by pulling up on the PTO –...
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(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.
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MAINTENANCE FastCat RZ LUBRICATION Every 50 hours of operation, lubricate the following points (1-3) with grease: 1. Deck lift lever (1 point) 2. Deck lift pivots (4 points) 3. Pull arms (2 points located at the front of the cutterdeck) 4.
MAINTENANCE FastCat RZ 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.
MAINTENANCE FastCat RZ AIR CLEANER KAWASAKI MODELS: Clean and replace the air cleaner element as speci- fied in the service chart. Uneven running, lack of power or black exhaust may indicate a dirty air cleaner. KAWASAKI MODELS To replace air cleaner: 1.
MAINTENANCE FastCat RZ ENGINE COOLING Continued operation with a clogged cooling system will cause severe overheating and can result in en- gine damage. Daily: Clean air intake screen V. Every 100 hours: Clean cooling fins beneath blower housing H with reference to information in the engine manufacturer's manual.
MAINTENANCE FastCat RZ TRANSAXLES Inattention to proper safety, operation, or maintenance procedures could result in personal injury, or damage to the equipment. Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. recommends returning the machine to your authorized Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. dealer for service or repair. Perform transaxle maintenance with the engine off, spark plug wires disconnected and PTO disengaged.
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Replace bent or cracked blades. Replace blades when the lift portion has worn thin. 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.
ADJUSTMENTS FastCat RZ 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 under the rear corners of the deck. Place an- other set of blocks under the front of the deck so that the deck top is pitched forward 1/8".
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ADJUSTMENTS FastCat RZ PARKING BRAKE NOTE: There are 2 brakes, 1 on each transaxle. The parking brake should keep the machine from moving. To check the parking brake, park the ma- chine on a level surface, open the bypass valves and set the parking brake to ON.
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ADJUSTMENTS FastCat RZ HYDROSTATIC TRANSAXLE ADJUST- MENTS 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.
BELT REPLACEMENT FastCat RZ NOTE: Always use Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. replacement belts, not general purpose belts. Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. belts are specially designed for use on this mower and will normally last longer. CUTTERDECK BELT 1. Remove floorplate.
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BELT REPLACEMENT FastCat RZ HYDRO TRANSAXLE DRIVE BELT 1. Remove cutterdeck belt (see cutterdeck belt replacement). 2. Disconnect wire I at clutch M. Remove bolts J and remove torque restraint. 3. Using a ratchet with a 9/16" socket, place over nut at location P.
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