Little Wonder TRS-20 - Manual (Page 5)

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OPERATION
PREPARATION
1. Carefully read this manual and operate
TRS-20/TSS-20 correctly.
2. Always check machine on level ground.
3. Visually check all moving parts and all
fasteners, if loose or broken, tighten or
replace. Check for broken or bent blades,
replace if necessary.
4. Lubricate all fittings after every four hours
of using machine, using a pressurized gun
with standard lithium base lubricant (see
“General Maintenance” section). Wipe off
fittings before and after lubricating.
5. Add oil to the engine crankcase with engine
resting in a level position (refer to engine
manufacturer’s Owner’s Manual for the
correct type and amount of oil).
6. Fill the fuel tank according to engine
manufacturer specifications.
7. Police lawn area for obstacles and debris
(i.e. sprinklers, hoses, toys, etc.)
8. Mark underground sprinkler heads and
other hidden obstacles to prevent damage.
STARTING ENGINE
1. Turn fuel cock to the “open” position
2. Turn choke on (closed).
3. Turn ignition switch to “on”.
4. Move throttle control to high RPM setting.
Do not exceed 3600 rpm.
5. Pull recoil starter rope until engine starts.
6. After engine is warm, turn off choke (open).
7. Allow engine to run one minute before
operating.
8. Check engine rpm setting before operating,
DO NOT exceed 3600 rpm.
TRANSPORTING THE TRS-20/
TSS-20
1. Position height adjustment lever to the
start/transport position (see Fig. 1).
2. Start Engine, drive up ramps, make sure
the blades do not hit the ramps or vehicle.
3. Slow the throttle to desired speed for
loading.
4. To clear sidewalks, driveways, etc., press
down on handle, raising front of the
TRS-20/TSS-20.
OPERATING THE TRS-20/TSS-20
1. Put speed lever in neutral position.
2. Start engine.
3. Engage bail.
4. Move speed lever forward, to move forward.
5. Move speed lever backwards, to reverse.
6. Drive TRS-20/TSS-20 to area to be raked
or seeder.
7. Move height adjustment lever to the
appropriate setting for the shaft assembly
being used. (see “Optional Shaft
Assemblies” section)
8. Lift bail to engage the main shaft. Release
bail to stop.
14. Stop the engine and disconnect the spark
plug wire:
a) before checking, cleaning or working
on unit
b) after striking a foreign object (inspect
the unit for damage and make repairs
before restarting and operating)
15. Stop the engine:
a) whenever you leave the unit
b) before refueling
c) before clearing blockages.
16. Reduce the throttle setting during engine
run-out and, if the engine is provided with
shut-off valve, turn the fuel off at the
conclusion of operating.
17. Before shutting off, put drive lever in neutral.
CAUTION
TO AVOID INJURY, DO NOT PLACE YOUR FEET
OR OTHER BODY PARTS UNDER THE BLADES
WHILE STARTING THE ENGINE.
Fig. 1 Fig. 2