California Trimmer RL205H Operator's Manual page 9

REEL MOWER OPERATOR'S MANUAL (RL205H/207H)
Mower Maintenance
3. WHEELS / SHAFTS / CHAINS (Continued)
E. Lubricate all the drive chains with engine oil and
momentarily run the machine to spin off excess oil
before use.
F. Check to ensure that all guards are in place and are
tight before operating.
4. REEL BLADE / BED-KNIFE
Reel blades and bed knife edges are sharp. Never
stand in front of the unit or attempt any adjustments
while the engine is running. If you are unable to
properly adjust these, consult your dealer before
proceeding.
Reel mowers, unlike rotary mowers, use a scissors
action to cut grass. The grass is cut as it passes
between the blades of the reel blade and the bed knife
located on the bottom of the mower frame
The mower is pre-set at the factory, but based on the
type of grass and other factors, further adjustment may
be necessary. As the blade reel and bed knife wear,
additional adjustment will be required.
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The clearance between the reel and the bed knife is
controlled by two adjusters on the topside of the mower.
The adjusters raise and lower each side of the bed-knife
in relation to the reel, increasing or decreasing the
clearance and should be moved as evenly as possible.
Turning the adjuster clockwise reduces the clearance
between the bed knife and reel blade, while turning it
counter-clockwise increases the clearance. When
properly adjusted, there should be slight contact
between the reel blade and the bed knife.
NOTE: Excessive contact will cause overheating and
damage to the parts. Insufficient contact will not
allow for the grass to be cut. Any excessive noise
means that the adjustment is too tight. It is not
recommended that the reel be engaged for extended
periods of time when not cutting grass as the
moisture provides a level of lubrication to the
cutting surfaces while in use.
Replacement parts are available from Authorized
California Trimmer Dealers. Parts manuals, service
manuals and videos are available at our website:
http://caltrimmer.com
IMPORTANT: Never use parts or accessories not
supplied by California Trimmer as they may cause
diminished performance or unforeseen safety hazards.
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