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M. E. Y. EQUIPMENT
MOWER MANUAL
200 COLLIER ROAD, BAYSWATER. WESTERN AUSTRALIA 6053
TELEPHONE (08) 9370 1110, FACSIMILE (08) 9370 2566
Web Site: www.mey.com.au Email: info@mey.com.au
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
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• 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; • S
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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 damag
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before you start the mower: 1. Check the engine oil. Ensure that the mower is stationary and on level ground. Remove the grey filler cap at the front of the engine and check the oil level using the dipstick. Low levels will result in serious engine damage and overfilling can result in loss of power or smoking. 2. Check the fuel level. Use unleaded fuel only. Never use two-stroke mixture or lead replacement petrol. 3. Avoid getting dirt, dust, clippings and
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• Turn the fuel tap, situated on the side of the carburettor, to the ON position. • Move the grey choke lever, situated on the side of the carburettor, to the choke position. • • • • Check that the cylinder and drive clutch levers are in the disengaged position. • Move the on/off switch, situated on the mower crossrail, to the ON position. • Pull the starter rope lightly until you feel resistance then return the cord prior to pulling the motor over firmly and briskly. Do not allow the rope
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FRONT ROLLER CAM HEIGHT ADJUSTERS The two cams fitted to the front roller of M.E.Y mowers enable the operator to quickly change the cutting height to suit varied conditions and requirements. See Fig 4 Loosen one front roller end bolt at a time, with the special spanner provided. By rotating the cam through 90°, the cutting height changes by 2mm. A further 90° rotation drops the cutting height by 2mm again. Secure that end bolt and repeat the process on the other end ensuring that the chang
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CUTTING CYLINDER Frequent fine adjustment of the cylinder to the bottom blade will give the best cutting performance and extend the period between sharpening. The design of the cylinder enables the trailling edge to be sharpened while the machine is in operation. It is recommended to reverse the cylinder at regular intervals ( eg each time the bottom blade is sharpened) in order to maintain a good cut. When a new bottom blade is fitted the cylinder should be cylindrically ground and be
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TO REMOVE THE FRONT ROLLER Turn off the petrol and turn the engine to Top Dead Centre Lay back mower on 20 litre drum or catcher. Remove the bolts at each end of the front roller shaft. Repair as found necessary and refit. Note, the two bearings are secured with circlips behind the end seals. Align Mower (see set up). MOWER MAINTENANCE Daily Checks Check oil level in engine. Oil Clutch - both holes Grease cylinder and drive shaft bearings Check cylinder and bottom blade cut (adjust i
