Country Clipper 2204M Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Country Clipper 2204M Safety Instructions & Operator's Manual

Zero turn radius mower

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Safety Instructions & Operators Manual
COUNTRY CLIPPER
2204M, 2304M, 2504M AND 2304KA
Congratulations for buying a Country Clipper product. Your Country Clipper Zero Turning Radius
Riding Mower was designed and built to provide long and trouble free service. Keep in mind that it, like
any other mechanical device, can be potentially dangerous if used improperly, and hazard control and
accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the equipment. Study this
manual and pay special attention to the important Safety Precautions on pages 4-6. Following these
instructions will help you continue to enjoy the trouble-free performance expected of the Country Clipper
product.
Copyright, Shivvers Mfg., 2004
Zero Turn Radius Mower
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P-11402 (8/00)

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  • Page 1 Study this manual and pay special attention to the important Safety Precautions on pages 4-6. Following these instructions will help you continue to enjoy the trouble-free performance expected of the Country Clipper product.
  • Page 2: Warranty Information

    Return to Main Menu Return to Manuals Menu WARRANTY INFORMATION SERIAL NUMBER _____________________________________________________________ DATE PURCHASED ___________________________________________________________ Condition of Mower (New or Used)_________________________________________________ Hour meter Reading____________________________________________________________ SERVICE SCHEDULE Service Performed and date ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________ ____________________________________________...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Return to Main Menu Return to Manuals Menu TABLE OF CONTENTS I. OWNER INFORMATION Warranty Information ---------------------------------------------- 2 II. SAFETY Accident Patterns ------------------------------------------------------------------ 4 Safety Instructions and Recommendation ----------------------------- 4 Safety Interlock Systems ------------------------------------------------------- 6 III. START UP AND OPERATION Checklist Before Operation ---------------------------------------------------- 6 Control Locations ------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 Operation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7...
  • Page 4: Safety

    PEOPLE WHO OPERATE, SERVICE, CONTACT WITH THE ROTATING OR ARE OTHERWISE ASSOCIATED BLADE -- This accident usually with the Country Clipper Zero Turning happens when the operator is clearing Radius Mower should be trained in its the discharge chute of grass, (especially proper use and warned of its dangers.
  • Page 5 Return to Main Menu Return to Manuals Menu direction of travel is affected instantly by container. Gasoline fumes can easily movement of the Joystick Control Lever. ignite. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO KEEP GASOLINE IN A WELL- OPERATE MOWER. Do not allow VENTILATED AREA away from your others who have not had instruction to living quarters and in tightly-capped...
  • Page 6: Safety Interlock Systems

    BLADE CLUTCH when transporting. WARNING SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM HANDLE GASOLINE WITH CARE -- IT IS Your Country Clipper Zero Turning Radius HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. DO NOT SMOKE. Mower is equipped with switches interlocked for ENGINE SHOULD BE OFF AND COOL. USE your safety.
  • Page 7: Control Locations

    Blade Clutch Lever Switch Cut Height IMPORTANT: Until the operator is familiar with Stop pin the Country Clipper Zero Turning Ignition Radius Mower, he/she should follow these recommendations: Disengage the mower blades. Go very slowly until thoroughly familiar with the machine.
  • Page 8 Return to Main Menu Return to Manuals Menu FOR SMOOTH, SAFE OPERATION, MOVE THE JOYSTICK CONTROL LEVER IN A GENTLE, SLOW MOTION. NEVER PULL OR CAUTION PUSH THE JOYSTICK CONTROL LEVER RAPIDLY, ESPECIALLY ON GRADES. WHEN LEAVING THE MOWER BRAKING: To brake mower, gently UNATTENDED, ALWAYS REMOVE THE KEY move the Joystick Control Lever in the AND SET THE PARKING BRAKE, EVEN IF...
  • Page 9: Mowing Recommendations

    Reinforcement Thickness 7 ga. 10 ga Spindle Bearings 25 mm Fits Tractor Models 2204M, 2304M, 2504M AND 2304KA NOTE: Tractors should be matched to deck to insure sufficient power is available for the intended usage. P-11402 Copyright, Shivvers Mfg., 2004...
  • Page 10: Maintenance

    Return to Main Menu Return to Manuals Menu MAINTENANCE CAUTION BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, TURN OFF ENGINE REMOVE KEY AND DISCONNECT SPARK PLUGS. USE EXTREME CARE WHEN WORKING ON MACHINERY. DO NOT WEAR WATCHES OR JEWELRY. DO NOT WEAR LOOSE FITTING CLOTHES, AND OBSERVE ALL COMMON SAFETY PRACTICES WITH TOOLS.
  • Page 11: Maintenance Instructions

    Inflate tires to by the engine manufacturer and the pressures listed below: included in your Country Clipper Zero Turning Radius Mower information Model Front tires Rear tires packet.
  • Page 12 Return to Main Menu Return to Manuals Menu D. Check balance of blade by Check the oil level in hydrostatic positioning the blade on a nail or blade transmission oil reservoir after every 25 balance pedestal. Grind the blade on hours of usage.
  • Page 13 Return to Main Menu Return to Manuals Menu 8. JOYSTICK CONTROL LEVER To change the sideways turning response adjust as follows: NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT: With the engine running, if the machine A. Remove the right hand fender skirt travels in either direction when the exposing the Joystick Control Lever Joystick Control Lever is in the neutral assembly.
  • Page 14 Return to Main Menu Return to Manuals Menu B. Stop the machine and shut of the HYDROSTAT DRIVE BELT engine. REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE: C. Slightly loosen the bolt at the lower end of the upper linkage assembly (The hydrostatic drive is equipped with an automatic, anti-backlash belt take- on the side that is slower.
  • Page 15: Raising And Lowering Deck For Servicing

    Return to Main Menu Return to Manuals Menu easier if someone stands on the rear PROCEDURE FOR RAISING AND bumper of the tractor). IMPORTANT LOWERING THE DECK FOR NOTE: MAKE SURE THAT THE SERVICING DECK IS LIFTED FAR ENOUGH FOR THE DECK LATCH TO FULLY ENGAGE THE LOCKING PIN (located 14.
  • Page 16: Leveling The Deck

    Return to Main Menu Return to Manuals Menu MOWER SHOWN IN SERVICING POSITION. Deck Latch in locked position. Engine to Deck Drive Belt Foot Deck in up position hooked to bolt. LEVELING THE DECK: A. Set the tire pressure on all four tires B.
  • Page 17: Trouble Shooting Checklist

    Return to Main Menu Return to Manuals Menu TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECK LIST ENGINE WON’T TURN OVER: Mower blades engaged ------------------------------------------------- disengage blades Drive not in neutral --- move Joystick Control Lever to neutral “DOWN” position Blown fuse ------------------------------------------------------------------------ replace fuse Dead battery --------------------------------------------------------------- charge or replace Solenoid ------------------------------------------------------------------------- consult dealer Ignition switch ------------------------------------------------------------------ consult dealer...
  • Page 18 Return to Main Menu Return to Manuals Menu ENGINE SOMETIMES SKIPS AT HIGHER SPEEDS: Incorrect Ignition Timing ---------------------------------------------------- consult dealer Carburetor maladjusted ----------------------------------------------- readjust carburetor Faulty spark plugs --------------------------------------------------------- check spark plug condition and reset gap* Bouncing off seat safety switch -------------------------- slow down on rough terrain ENGINE OVER HEATED: Air intake screen or fins clogged ------------------------ clean intake screen and fins Fuel mixture too lean ------------------------------------------------- readjust carburetor*...
  • Page 19: Wiring Schematic

    Return to Main Menu Return to Manuals Menu WIRING SCHEMATIC: 22, 23 & 25 H.P. MODELS Note: All wire connectors shown at wire side. Black wires = Ground START SWITCH Red wires = Power POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE Blue wires = Kill Circuit Yellow wires = Start Circuit Green wires = Signal Circuit START...

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