FGM STM60-318 User manual

STM60-318/324·STM60-329/333
MM62DSGRD
MID MOUNTED MOWER
OPERATOR'S MANUAL

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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:
This Operator's Manual has been prepared to provide the information you need to correctly assemble, operate and
maintain your Mower. For maximum satisfaction, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual. Should
you ever need repair parts or service, contact your SHIBAURA DEALER.
Be sure safety precautions are observed. They are for your benefit.
Any references made in this Operator's Manual concerning the right-or left-hand sides are determined by the
direction the owner is facing when in the seat.
The replacement of any part on this product by other than the manufacturer's authorized replacement part may
adversely affect the performance, durability or safety of this product.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes on and to add improvements upon its product at any time
without notice or obligation. The manufacturer also reserves the right to discontinue manufacture of any product at
its discretion at any time.
A PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION PLATE is located on the left-hand side of the Mower. The
numbers on the plate are important should your Mower require future service. For your
convenience, have your dealer record the numbers in the appropriate spaces below.
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CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ··································································································3-5
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS···································································6-8
COMPONENT·········································································································9
UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY···········································································10-15
OPERATION ····································································································16-23
ATTACHING THE MOWER·············································································································································16-17
MOWER OPERATION ···················································································································································18-20
CUTTING SPEED······························································································································································21
GRASS DISCHARGE……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..21
MOWING PATTERNS····················································································································································22-23
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE···································································24-33
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART ························································································································24
GENERAL MAINTENANCE·················································································································································25
LUBRICATION······························································································································································26-27
BLADE REPLACEMENT AND SHARPENING·····················································································································28-30
BELT MAINTENANCE························································································································································30
BELT REPLACEMENT···················································································································································30-31
STORING THE MOWER·····················································································································································31
TROUBLESHOOTING························································································································································32
GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE ·······················································································································33
SPECIFICATIONS································································································· 34

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SAFETY RULES
1. SAFETY RULES
Please pay particular attention to all boxed-parts in the text which have the sign .
This sign warns you to be careful when carrying out certain functions.
DANGER:
Indicates serious injury or death WILL result if instructions are not followed.
WARNING:
Indicates a strong possibility that serious injury or death could result if instructions are not followed.
CAUTION:
Indicates a possibility that minor injury can result if instructions are not followed.
NOTE: Gives helpful information.
Labels attached to certain parts of the Mower give important safety information.
Please read them carefully. Should a label detach itself or become illegible, contact your dealer for a replacement.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
A) TRAINING
1) Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Learn how
to stop the engine quickly.
2) Only use the Mower for the purpose for which it was made, that is, the cutting and collection of grass. Any use
not specifically indicated in the instruction handbook can be dangerous and result in damage to the machine,
and will also result in the annulling of the warranty and the manufacturer declining all responsibility.
3) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the Mower. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
4) Never use the Mower:
- When people, especially children, or pets are nearby.
- If the operator has taken medicine or substances that can affect his ability to react and concentrate.
5) Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
6) Do not carry passengers.
7) The operator of a Mower must carefully follow the driving instructions, particularly:
- The need for care and concentration when using Mowers;
- That control of a Mower sliding on a slope will not be regained by the application of the brake.
The main reasons for loss of control are:
- Insufficient wheel grip;
- Being driven too fast;
- Inadequate braking;
- The type of machine is unsuitable for its task;
- Lack of awareness of the effect of ground conditions, especially slopes;
- Incorrect hitching and load distribution.

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SAFETY RULES
8) The Mower is equipped with a series of safety micro-switches and devices which must never be removed,
altered or tampered with. Removing these devices invalidates the warranty and the manufacture declines
any responsibility.
B) PREPARATION
1) While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the equipment when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
2) Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which may be
thrown by the machine (stones, sticks, metal wire, bones, etc.)
3) Before using/always carry out a visual inspection, particularly of the blades, seeing that the screws and
cutter assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and screws in sets to
preserve balance.
4) Take care as the rotation of one blade can cause the other blade to turn.
C) OPERATION
1) Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
2) Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass, where feasible.
3) Please consult machine operator’s manual for details on operation on slopes
4) Remember there is no such thing as a "safe" slope.
Travel on grass slopes requires particular care. To guard against overturning:
- It is advisable to use a front counterweight (supplied on request);
- Do not stop or start suddenly when going up or downhill;
- Always keep the machine in gear, especially when travelling downhill;
- Machine speeds should be kept low on slopes and during tight turns;
- Stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden hazards;
- Never mow across the face of the slope.
5) Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces other than grass. When moving the Mower away from
the lawn disengages the blades and put the cutting plate into the highest position.
6) Never operate the Mower as a lawn mower with defective guards, or without safety devices, for example
deflectors and/or grass catchers, in place.
7) Before leaving the operator's position:
- Disengage the blades and lower the Mower.
8) Disengage blades, stop the engine and remove key:
- Before carrying out any work beneath the cutting deck or unclogging the chute;
- Before checking, cleaning or working on Mower;
- After striking a foreign object. Inspect the Mower for damage and make repairs before restarting
and operating the Mower;
- If the Mower starts to vibrate abnormally (immediately check and remove the cause of the vibration)