ryan 544945A JR. SODCUTTER Guide

JR Sodcutter
RJ 100 / 032003
ACHTUNG: Wenn diese Maschine nicht ordnungsgemäß verwendet wird,
können ernsthafte Verletzungen verursacht werden. Personen, die diese
Maschine verwenden und warten, müssen in ihrer richtigen Verwendung
ausgebildet sein, auf die Gefahren aufmerksam gemacht worden sein
unddieAnleitungganzgelesenhaben,bevorsieversuchen,dieMaschine
aufzustellen, zu bedienen, einzustellen oder zu warten.
524780-DE (revA)
Bedienungs- und Sicherheitshandbuch
Modelle:
544844D JR. SODCUTTER, BRIGGS & STRATTON 305 mm
544845D JR. SODCUTTER, BRIGGS & STRATTON 457 mm
544944A JR. SODCUTTER, HONDA 305 cm
544945A JR. SODCUTTER, HONDA 457 cm
WARNING:Ifincorrectlyusedthis machine can cause severe
injury. Those who use and maintain this machine should be
trained in its proper use, warned of its dangers and should
read the entire manual before attempting to set up, operate,
adjust or service the machine.
Safety & Operation Manual

© 2003,RansomesJacobsenLimited.AlleRechtevorbehalten.
©2003, Ransomes Jacobsen Limited. All Rights Reserved

GB-1
Jr.
Sodcutter
1-2003-TGTSP
IMPORTANTMESSAGE
Thank you for purchasing this Ryan product. You have purchased a world class product, one of the best
designed and built anywhere.
This machine comes with an Operation and Safety Manual and a separate Parts and Maintenance Manual. The
useful life and good service you receive from this machine depends to a large extent on how well you read and
understandthese manuals.Treat yourmachine properly, lubricate and adjust it as instructed, andit willgive you
many years of reliable service.
Your safe use of this Ryan 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. Learn the proper operation of all controls. Observe all safety precautions. Follow all
instructions and warnings completely. Do not remove or defeat any safety features. Make sure those who
operate this machine are as well informed and careful in its use as you are.
See a Ryan dealer for any service or parts needed. Ryan service ensures that you continue to receive the best
results possible from Ryan’s products. You can trust Ryan replacement parts because they are manufactured
with the same high precision and quality as the original parts.
Ryan designs and builds its equipment to serve many years in a safe and productive manner. For longest life,
use this machine only as directed in the manual, keep it in good repair and follow safety warnings and
instructions. You'll always be glad you did.
Textron Golf, Turf & Specialty Products
One Bob Cat Lane
Johnson Creek, WI 53038-0469
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................................... 2
LABELS.......................................................................................................................................................... 3
EQUIPMENTIDENTIFICATION ........................................................................................................................ 5
ADJUSTMENTS: ............................................................................................................................................. 5
EQUIPMENTIDENTIFICATIONNUMBERS ..................................................................................................... 5
GENERALINFORMATION .............................................................................................................................. 5
OPERATION ................................................................................................................................................... 5
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 5
SERIALNUMBERAND MODELNUMBERPLATE ........................................................................................ 6
SET-UP........................................................................................................................................................... 6
CONTROLS ...................................................................................................................................................10
OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................................11
STARTINGENGINE .......................................................................................................................................12
MOVINGOFUNIT..........................................................................................................................................12
ADJUSTINGOPERATORPRESENCE CONTROL .........................................................................................12
ADJUSTINGBLADEANGLE ..........................................................................................................................12
ADJUSTINGDEPTH OFCUT .........................................................................................................................12
BLADEANGLE(PITCH) .................................................................................................................................13
CUTTINGSOD ...............................................................................................................................................13
STORAGEINSTRUCTIONS ...........................................................................................................................13
DAILYSTORAGE...........................................................................................................................................13
TRANSPORTINGUNIT ...................................................................................................................................13
PRODUCTS WARRANTY .............................................................................................................................14

GB-2
Jr.
Sodcutter
MODEL NUMBER: This number appears on
sales literature, technical manuals and price lists.
SERIAL NUMBER: This number appears only
on your mower. It contains the model number
followed consecutively by the serial number. Use
this number when ordering parts or seeking
warrantyinformation.
SAFETY
NOTICE !!!
Unauthorized modifications may present extreme
safety hazards to operators and bystanders and
could also result in product damage.
Textron Golf, Turf & Specialty Products strongly
warns against, rejects and disclaims any
modifications, add-on accessories or product
alterationsthatare not designed,developed,tested
and approved by Textron Golf, Turf & Specialty
Products Engineering Department. Any Textron
Golf,Turf&SpecialtyProductsproductthatisaltered,
modified or changed in any manner not specifically
authorized after original manufacture–including the
additionof“after-market”accessoriesorcomponent
partsnotspecificallyapprovedbyTextronGolf, Turf
& Specialty Products–will result in the Textron Golf,
Turf & Specialty Products Warranty being voided.
Anyandallliabilityforpersonalinjuryand/orproperty
damagecausedbyanyunauthorizedmodifications,
add-on accessories or products not approved by
Textron Golf, Turf & Specialty Products will be
considered the responsibility of the individual(s) or
company designing and/or making such changes.
TextronGolf,Turf&SpecialtyProductswillvigorously
pursuefull indemnification andcosts from anyparty
responsibleforsuchunauthorizedpost-manufacture
modifications and/or accessories should personal
injury and/or property damage result.
This symbol means:
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
Your safety and the safety of others is involved.
Signal word definitions:
Thesignalwordsbelowareusedtoidentifylevelsof
hazard seriousness. These words appear in this
manualandonthesafetylabelsattachedtoTextron
Golf,Turf & Specialty Products machines. For your
safety and the safety of others, read and follow the
informationgivenwiththesesignalwordsand/orthe
symbol shown above.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situationwhich, ifnot avoided, WILL result in death
or serious injury.
WARNINGindicatesapotentiallyhazardoussituation
which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTIONindicatesapotentiallyhazardoussituation
which,ifnotavoided,MAYresultinminorormoderate
injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices or property damage.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, MAY result in property damage.

GB-3
Jr.
Sodcutter LABELS
524538
This decal informs the operator that hearing
protection should be worn if operating the
Jr. Sodcutter for extended periods of time (longer
than four hours).
840697
009034910
This decal instructs the operator to read and
understand the Operation & Safety manual. To
prevent injury, they must be familiar with the
operation of this product and be fully aware of safe
operating procedures.
524541
The top symbol shows fingers or hands being cut or
severed. DO NOT place hands or fingers under Jr.
Sodcutter while operating the unit.
The middle symbol shows toes or feet being cut or
severed. DO NOT place feet or toes under Jr.
Sodcutter while operating the unit.
The lower symbol informs the operator and/or
bystanders to keep a safe distance away from
machinery. If you do not keep hands and feet a safe
distance from the machinery, personal injury could
occur.
524481
The throttle control decal uses the turtle to represent
slower engine speeds, the rabbit represents faster
engine speeds.
840697
The left symbol shows the possible result of working
on the machinery with safety shields removed.
Hands and fingers may become entangled in belts.
DO NOT operate the unit without safety shields in
place.
The middle symbol warns the operator and/or
bystanders to keep hands out of moving
components.
The right symbol instructs the operator to read the
service section of the operators manual. Disable the
engine (disconnect spark plug wire) before
performing any service or maintenance on the unit.
009039290
This decal indicates the unit is certified for use for
the European community.