Bluebird PR18B5FA Manuel de l'opérateur

Operator ManualModels 966067301 / PR18B5FA 966067401 / PR18B5NRA 966067501 / PR22B5FA 966067601 / PR22B5FBA 966067701 / PR22B5NRA 966067901 / S2

10Movement/TransportTo turn and steer the machine, press down on the • handle and turn on the back wheels.Turn off the engine and allow it to co

11Fuel SystemOnly store fuel in containers approved for that • purpose.Never remove the fuel cap and ll the fuel tank • when the engine is runn

128011-027Disconnect the spark plug cable before repair work.MaintenanceNever make adjustments with the engine running.• Disengage the drive uni

13Rotate the handle and tighten it in place.1. Fill the engine with the manufacturer-2. recommended oil. See section Lubrication, Eng

14The dethatcher is available in two basic designs 18" and 22" widths.The machine is equipped with a Briggs & Stratton, four-cyc

15Cutting UnitDepth LeverUse the depth lever to raise and lower the blades between working and transport position. The depth lever has a lock-

16Cutting BladesFlail BladesThatch is the dense layer of clippings, roots and stems that forms between the soil and the base of the grass. As

17Seed ApplicationPreparing the LawnCut the grass to approximately ½" (1-1.5 cm) lower 1. than you normally would.Do not water before so

18IMPORTANT INFORMATIONClear the lawn of any debris.Clearly mark rocks and other xed objects.Be especially sure to check for hidden electric

19WARNING!No service operations may be performed on the engine or unit unless:The machine is securely parked where it will not tip or begin

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20Drive BeltWhen checking the drive belt, allow the engine to 1. cool.Remove the spark plug cable.2. Remove the belt guard (see illustratio

21 1 2 3Flail bladesWear/Rotation/ReplacingAfter you have used your dethatcher for some time, the blades will begin to wear on the strik

22Replacing worn ail bladesAllow the engine to cool.1. Disconnect the spark plug.2. Tip the machine forward; see 3. Two Minute Rule in th

23Spring tinesWear/ReplacingOver time and due to wear, the tines will diminish in length. When the tines can no longer be adjusted to comb

24Stop the engine and remove the ignition cable before attempting to lubricate the machine.Wipe away excessive grease after lubrication

25Symptom Cause ActionEngine will not startUser error Fuel valve closed. Open the fuel valve.Choke valve open Close the choke with cold

26WARNING!Never store an engine with fuel in the tank indoors or in poorly ventilated spaces where fuel vapor can come in contact with open am

27*The power rating of the engines indicated is the average net power output (at specied rpm) of a typical production engine for the en

28*The power rating of the engines indicated is the average net power output (at specied rpm) of a typical production engine for the en

29ActionDate, stamp, signatureDelivery ServiceCheck the machine for damage in transport.qWhere applicable, assembly accompanying compon

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4CongratulationsThank you for purchasing a BlueBird lawn care product. Through your condence in us, you have chosen an exceptionally high

5Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury, particularly if the reader DOES NOT follow the instruct

6Decal LocationsDANGER watch your feet1. Warning for bagger2. Caution graphics3. Height setting4. Warning for carbon monoxid

7General UseThe object of this manual is to help you use your BlueBird machine safely and to give you information about how to maintain your mac

8WARNING!The engine can become very hot. To avoid being burned, you must turn off the engine and wait until all parts have cooled before touchin

98011-041The engine exhaust is poisonous. Never run the engine indoors.8011-091Keep your hands and feet away from moving parts.WARNING!Engine ex