M.E.Y. Equipment MOWER User Manual

M. E. Y. EQUIPMENT

MOWER MANUAL

200 COLLIER ROAD, BAYSWATER. WESTERN AUSTRALIA 6053

TELEPHONE [phone], FACSIMILE [phone]

Web Site: www.mey.com.au Email: [e-mail]

INTRODUCTION
The technical data and service recommendations referred to in this maintenance manual relates to
M. E. Y. Equipment mowers.
Although the operator can carry out most repairs - should difficulty be experienced, it is
recommended that a suitable workshop or the manufacturer service it.
A comprehensive range of genuine spares is available directly from the manufacturer, the distributors
and selected dealers.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

TRAINING

• Read the instructions carefully.

• Be familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment;

• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the lawnmower.

• Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby;

• Remember that the operator is responsible for accidents to other people or their property.

PREPARATION

• While mowing, always wear substantial footwear and long trousers.

• Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandals;

• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects which

can be thrown by the machine;

• WARNING – Petrol is highly flammable.

• store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose;

• refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling;

• add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol

while the engine is running or when the engine is hot;

• if petrol is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from
the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until petrol vapours have
dissipated;

• replace all fuel tanks and container caps securely;

• Replace faulty silencers;

• Before using, check that bolts are secure and the cutter assembly is not worn or damaged.

• On multi-bladed machines, take care as rotating one blade can cause other blades to rotate.

OPERATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous fumes can collect;

• Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light;

• Walk, never run and always be sure of your footing on slopes;

• Mow across the face of slopes, in preference to up and down;

• Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes;

• Do not mow excessively steep slopes;

• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the lawnmower towards you;

• Stop the cutting cylinder when emptying the catcher & crossing surfaces other than grass;

• Never operate the lawnmower with defective guards or without the safety devices;

• Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine;

• Disengage all blade and drive clutches before starting the engine;

• Start the engine according to instructions and with feet well away from the blade(s);

• When starting the engine ensure that the mower is on level ground. (The oil alert switch will
stop the motor when the mower is inclined more than 30° to prevent damage to the engine;)

• Do not start the engine when standing in front of the cutting reel;

• Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts. Keep clear of the cutting reel at all times;

• Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while the engine is running;

• Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before clearing blockages or unclogging

cutting reel and before checking, cleaning or working on the lawnmower;

• After striking a foreign object. Inspect the lawnmower for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the lawnmower;

• Stop and inspect the mower if it vibrates abnormally;

• Stop the engine whenever you leave the lawnmower and before refueling;

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition;

• Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes can reach an

open flame or spark;

• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure;

• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, silencer and petrol storage area free of grass, leaves,

or excessive grease;

• Check the grass catcher frequently for wear or deterioration;

• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety;

• If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should be done outdoors.

A B C D E F

A: Safety Warning

B: Read the manual

C: Beware of thrown debris

D: Stand clear of machine

E: Wear eye and ear protection

F: Keep your hands away from

moving parts

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

• The mower / motor should not be reclined more than 45° when adjusting the blade setting,

servicing the machine or loading it onto trailers or other transport. This is to prevent sump oil
entering the combustion chambers. Ideally, the mower handles should be rested on the catcher
or 20 Litre drum and the engine set at ‘top dead centre’ for service work.

• When using a ramp to load the mower for transportation, avoid exposed nuts or steel

fastenings that may damage the bottom blade or cause the rear roller to skid out of control.
Particular care needs to be exercised when loading mowers with split rear rollers as they tend to
slip unpredictably on single boards.

• When cleaning the mower, avoid using pressure hoses of air or water, as these may force grit or

water into the bearings. Hosing split rear rollers will remove essential lubricants.

• Always disengage the cylinder when not cutting grass. Even short periods, such as emptying

the catcher, can scorch the grass from the heat generated between the blades.

• Care should be taken when mowing down steep inclines with mowers fitted with split rear

rollers of the ratchet type. They tend to freewheel under these conditions.

• The cutting cylinder clutch lever should only be operated when the mower is on the grassed

area and you are ready to cut the grass.

• When turning the mower, holding back the mower handle on the inside edge of the turn

facilitates the manoeuvre, more than trying to propel the outside edge of the mower handle.

SETTING UP MOWER

To obtain a parallel cut and prevent lines occurring, setting up the mower correctly is most important
and the following procedure is recommended.

Check that front roller cam height adjusters are both in the ‘high’ cut position. Turn off the petrol
and turn the engine to Top Dead Centre. Lay back the mower on 20 Litre drum or catcher. Place a
straight edge between the back and front rollers on the chain case side.

Measure from cutting edge of the bottom blade to the straight edge and adjust the front roller to the
desired cutting height. Secure the chaincase side front roller bolts.

Align, by eye, the front roller to top of the cutting blade & secure the non-chaincase side front roller
bolts. The front roller will now be parallel to the cutting blade.

Rub white chalk on the bottom of back roller so that the back roller can be aligned by eye with the
underside of the front roller.

Adjust the back roller as required by rotating the cam adjuster to raise or lower the non-chaincase end
of the rear roller. The back roller will then be parallel to the front roller that is in turn parallel to the
cutting blade. This can be checked with the straight edge.