Bluebird SC550A_968999351 Bedienungsanleitung

Operator’s ManualMANUAL NO. 539113456 REV. IR (01/16/06)Model:SC550A/968999351

10Always use approved personal protectiveequipment (as shown in illustration) whenusing the machine. Protective clothing andprotective equipment canno

11SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSOperating• DO NOT use the machine on grades of morethan 25%.• DO NOT use the machine if you are tired, ifyou have consumed alcoho

12SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally,stop the engine (motor) and check immediatelyfor the cause. Vibration is general

13SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSMovement/Transport• To turn and steer the machine, press down onthe handle and turn on the back wheels.• Turn off the engine and

14Fuel system WARNING!Fuel is highly flammable, Take thefollowing precautions:SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS8011-186Close the fuel v

15SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSMaintenance• Never operate machine in a closed area.• Never tamper with safety devices. Check theirproper opertion regularly.• Ne

16SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCustomer responsibilities•Read and observe the safety rules.• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining,caring for and using your

17PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTPersonal equipmentConsult your BlueBird dealer when selectingprotective equipment. Our dealers have a broadassortment of equipme

18SET-UPEquipment set-up1. Remove crate top and sides.2. Cut banding straps at front and rear of unit.See Figure 1.3. Remove bolts on handle using a 1

19SET-UP6. Using a 9/16” wrench and socket wrench,remove top bolt and lock nut on the depth ofcut handle. Loosen lower bolt. Rotate handleup and repla

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20CONTROLSPresentationThe machine is equipped with a 5.5 hp Honda four-cycle engine. This unit is powered by 4-wheel drive.Main components and operati

21EngineExterior engine components and controls.1. Throttle2. Starter3. Starter handle4. Fuel valve5. Choke control6. Air filter7. Spark plug8. Muffl

22CONTROLSStarterThe starter is of the magnapull type with springreturn. To replace the return spring or starter cord,contact an authorized service wo

23CONTROLSSpark plugThe engine spark plug is located under the ignitioncable boot. When performing service, it isimportant that the engine cannot star

24CONTROLSFuel tankUnderneath the tank, there is a fuel filter combinedwith the fuel valve. The tank volume is .95 Gal. (3.6liters)FuelingRead the saf

25CONTROLSBefore you start• Review all of the machine’s safety decals.• Use personal safety equipment. (See“Protective Equipment” section.)• Make sure

26Using your sod cutter8011-192chg• Make sure that the work area and blades inparticular are free from metallic objects suchas wire, nails, etc. that

27Starting the engineCheck that all daily maintenance as described inthe maintenance schedule has been performed.Check that there is sufficient fuel i

28OPERATIONStarter handleMisuse of the starter handle can damage the starter.DO NOT twist the starter cord around your hand.Pull out the handle slowly

29OPERATIONOperating on hillsTransport WARNING!DO NOT operate on hills exceeding 25%grade to prevent machine from rollingove

3TABLE OF CONTENTSSod Cutter 550ATable of Contents ... 3Introduction ...

30 Maintenance Daily /10 1/25 3/50 6/100 12/300Maintenance scheduleThe following is a list of maintenance procedures

31Replacing the air filterIf the engine seems weak, produces black smokeor runs unevenly, the air filter may be clogged. Forthis reason, it is importa

32MAINTENANCECleaning the sludge reservoir1. Close the fuel valve.2. Unscrew the sludge reservoir (2). Make surenot to misplace the o-ring (1).3. Clea

33IMPORTANT INFORMATIONFitting the wrong spark plug type candamage the engine.8011-027MAINTENANCEIgnition systemThe engine is equipped with an electro

34MAINTENANCEAdjusting the drive beltAdjust weekly.Prevent the engine from being started byremoving the ignition cable from the sparkplug.WARNING!Blad

35Two minute ruleThe machine may be tipped backward or on itsside to facilitate access for cleaning or service, butno longer than 2 minutes.If the mac

36LUBRICATION1. Oil and adjust chains - weekly2. Check belt tension - weekly3. Check blade, especially sides - weekly4. Pivot points, clean and oil -

37IMPORTANT INFORMATIONUsed engine oil is a health hazard andlegislation prohibits disposal on theground or in nature; it should always bedisposed of

38TORQUE CHARTft./lbsNm ft./lbsNm ft./lbs Nm1/4 9 12 13 185/16 18 24 28 38 24 333/8 31 42 46 62 40 547/16 50 68 75 1081/2 75 102 115 1569/16 110 150 1

39TROUBLESHOOTINGTransmission shaft broke 1. Ensure debris is not caught in the Transmission Chain orwrapped around the transmission output shaft.2. E

4WARNING!Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must understand these

40TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM ANSWER/COMMENTBlade Replacement 1. Replace when worn to 1 1/2” from the cutting edge to theback edge.2. Sharpen blade from to

41TROUBLESHOOTINGWARNING: Before servicing unit, engine MUST be off.PROBLEM ANSWER/COMMENTBelt glazed or slipping 1. Limit maximum depth of cut to 2 1

42STORAGENEVER store an engine with fuel in thetank indoors or in poorly ventilatedspaces where fuel vapor can come incontact with open flame, sparks

43TECHNICAL DATAEngine Honda, 4 strokeCylinder volume 163 cm3 (9.9 cu-in)Power 5.5 hp (3.8 kW) at 2900 RPMTorque (Max) 10.8 N.m at 2500 RPMIdling spee

44SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, stamp, signatureDelivery service1. Break the packaging and make sure the machine has not beendamaged in transport.

45SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, stamp, signature

46SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, stamp, signature

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5INTRODUCTIONCongratulationsThank you for purchasing a BlueBird sod cutter. Through your confidence in us, you have chosen anexceptionally high qualit

6SYMBOLS AND DECALS WARNING!Xxxx xxx xxxx xx xxxx x xxxx.Used in this publication to notify the reader of a riskof personal injur

7SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING!Under no circumstances may the originaldesign of the machine be modifiedwithout written appr

8• BlueBird original spare parts are designed andspecified to maintain high quality and correct fitfor optimal durability and life-span. From asafety

9SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• Make sure nobody else is in the vicinity of themachine when you start the engine, engage thedrive or run the machine.• Keep the