Baroness FS900 Operation manual

Riding Sweeper
Owner's Operating Manual
Serial No. FS900：11159-
"Required reading"
Read this manual before using the machine.
Original Instructions Ver.2.5

Thank you for purchasing the Baroness product.
This manual describes the proper handling,
adjustment, and inspection of your product.
We hope you will use the product safely, and take
advantage of its best performance.
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Greeting

Read this manual carefully to ensure that you thoroughly understand how to properly operate and maintain the
product, and to avoid causing injury to yourself or others.
The operator is responsible for operating the product properly and safely.
Maintenance service for this machine should be performed by a mechanic with expertise.
If you have any questions concerning maintenance or genuine parts, please contact a Baroness dealer or
Kyoeisha.
When making inquiries about your product, please specify the model and serial number.
When loaning or transferring the product, please also provide this manual together with the product.
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safety.
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This symbol indicates the articles regarding “Danger,” “Warning,” or “Caution.”
Those articles describe important safety precautions and so read them carefully to understand completely before
operating the machine.
Failure to adequately follow these safety precautions may cause an accident.
Danger
Danger
This symbol indicates that serious injury or death will occur if the warning is ignored.
Warning
This symbol indicates that serious injury or death may occur if the warning is ignored.
Caution
This symbol indicates that injury or damage to property may occur if the warning is ignored.
Important
This symbol indicates precautions on the mechanism of the machine.
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Introduction

Precautionary Statement
Caution
The information described in this manual is
subject to change for improvement without
prior notice.
When replacing parts, be sure to use genuine
Baroness parts or parts designated by
Kyoeisha.
Note that the Baroness product warranty may
not apply to defects caused by the use of
parts from other companies.
Prior to use, carefully read the following
manuals to thoroughly understand the contents
for safe and correct operation.
Baroness Owner's Operating Manual
The Engine's Owner's Manual
The Battery's Owner's Manual
Purpose
This product is intended for sweeping at golf
courses.
Do not use this product in any way other than its
intended purpose, and do not modify this
product.
Operating this product for other purposes and
modifying it may be very dangerous and may
cause damage to the product.
In addition, this product is not authorized for
operation as a special motor vehicle. Do not
operate it on public roads.
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Introduction

Safety .............................................................. Page 1-1
Safe Operating Practices ...............................Page 1-2
Disposal .......................................................... Page 2-1
Recycle and Waste Disposal ......................... Page 2-2
Product Overview .......................................... Page 3-1
Specifications .................................................Page 3-2
Names of Each Section ................................. Page 3-4
Regulation Decals ..........................................Page 3-4
Safety Signs and Instruction Signs ................ Page 3-6
Operation Decals ......................................... Page 3-11
Description of Functions ...............................Page 4-1
Traveling Pedal ..............................................Page 4-2
Brake Pedal ................................................... Page 4-2
Throttle Lever .................................................Page 4-2
Choke Lever .................................................. Page 4-3
Bucket Buzzer Switch .................................... Page 4-3
Brush Up/Down Lever ....................................Page 4-3
Brush Rotation Lever ..................................... Page 4-4
Stop Valve ..................................................... Page 4-4
Bucket Up/Down Lever .................................. Page 4-4
Bucket Open/Close Lever ..............................Page 4-5
Roller Press Lever ......................................... Page 4-6
Outrigger ........................................................Page 4-6
Instruments on the Operation Panel .............. Page 4-7
Angle Meter ................................................... Page 4-8
Safety Mechanisms ....................................... Page 4-8
Warning Mechanisms .................................... Page 4-8
Handling Instructions .................................... Page 5-1
Operations Before Service .............................Page 5-2
Inspection and Cleaning ................................ Page 5-5
Adjustment before Work .............................. Page 5-15
Start/Stop of Engine .....................................Page 5-17
Parking and Stopping .................................. Page 5-18
Move ............................................................ Page 5-18
Operations ................................................... Page 5-18
Transporting .................................................Page 5-20
Maintenance ................................................... Page 6-1
Precautions for Maintenance ......................... Page 6-2
Jacking Up The Machine ............................... Page 6-2
Greasing ........................................................ Page 6-3
Lubrication ..................................................... Page 6-6
Adjustment and Replacement ........................Page 6-7
Storage ........................................................ Page 6-20
Repair ..............................................................Page 7-1
Precautions for Repair ................................... Page 7-2
Adjustment and Replacement ........................Page 7-2
Towing ........................................................... Page 7-4
Appended Table ............................................. Page 8-1
Tightening Torques ........................................Page 8-2
Daily Check List ............................................. Page 8-6
Maintenance Schedule .................................. Page 8-7
List of Adjusted Values .................................. Page 8-8
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Contents

FS900
Contents

Safe Operating Practices ...................... Page 1-2
Training ..................................................Page 1-2
Preparation ............................................ Page 1-2
Operation ...............................................Page 1-3
Maintenance .......................................... Page 1-4
Storage .................................................. Page 1-4
Safety
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Safety
Page 1-1

Failure to adequately follow these safety
precautions may cause an accident resulting in
injury or death.
Danger
Danger
This product is designed to ensure safe
operation and has been tested and inspected
thoroughly before shipment from the factory.
The product is equipped with safety devices to
prevent accidents.
However, whether the product demonstrates
its original performance level depends on the
manner in which it is operated and handled,
as well as the manner in which it is managed
on a daily basis.
Inappropriate use or management of the
product may result in injury or death.
Observe the following safety instructions to
ensure safe operation.
Safe Operating Practices
Training
Read this manual and other training material
carefully.
Be familiar with the controls, safety signs,
and the proper use of the equipment.
If the operator or mechanic can not read the
language used in this manual, it is the
owner's responsibility to explain this material
to them.
All operators and mechanics should seek
and obtain professional and practical
instruction.
The owner is responsible for training the
users.
Such instruction should emphasize:
The need for care and concentration when
working with ride-on machines.
Control of a ride-on machine sliding on a
slope will not be regained by the
application of the brake.
The main reasons for loss of control are
Insufficient wheel grip
Being driven too fast
Inadequate braking
The type of machine is unsuitable for its
task
Lack of awareness of the effect of
ground conditions, especially slopes
Incorrect hitching and load distribution
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Never allow children or people unfamiliar
with these instructions to use or service the
machine.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
The owner/user can prevent and is
responsible for accidents or injuries
occurring to themselves, other people, or
property.
Keep in mind that the owner, operator, and
mechanic are responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
You can find additional safety information
where needed throughout this manual.
Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.
Preparation
Evaluate the terrain to determine what
accessories and attachments are needed to
properly and safely perform the job.
Only use accessories and attachments
approved by the manufacturer.
While operating, always wear substantial
footwear, long trousers, hard hat, safety
glasses, mask, and ear protection.
Long hair, loose clothing, or jewelry may get
tangled in moving parts.
Do not operate the equipment when barefoot
or wearing open sandals.
Inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all objects such as
rocks, toys and wire which can be thrown by
the machine.
Keep children out of the operating area and
under the watchful care of a responsible
adult other than the operator.
Exercise care in the handling of fuel.
Warning
Fuel is highly flammable.
Take the following precautions:
Store fuel in containers specifically
designed for this purpose.
Add fuel before starting the engine.
Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or
add fuel while the engine is running or
when the engine is hot.
Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke
while refueling.
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Page 1-2 Safe Operating Practices

If fuel 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.
Check that operator's presence controls,
safety switches and shields are attached and
functioning properly.
Do not operate unless they are functioning
properly.
If the brake operation is faulty, be sure to
adjust or repair them before operating the
machine.
Replace faulty mufflers.
Operation
Do not operate the machine under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
Do not operate the engine in a confined
space where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect.
Be sure all drives and shift are in neutral and
parking brake is engaged before starting
engine.
Only start engine from the operator's
position.
Use seat belts if provided.
Do not change the engine governor settings
or overspeed the engine.
Operating the engine at excessive speed
may increase the hazard of personal injury.
Never operate the machine with damaged
guards, shields, or without safety protective
devices in place.
Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted
properly, and functioning properly.
Keep hands and feet away from the rotating
parts.
Do not carry passengers.
Never operate while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
Only operate in good light, keeping away
from holes and hidden hazards.
Do not operate the machine when there is
the risk of lightning.
Do not stop or start suddenly.
Look behind and down before backing up to
be sure of a clear path.
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Slow down and use caution when making
turns and crossing roads and sidewalks.
Use care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
obscure vision.
Do not take your eyes off the road ahead.
Do not operate the machine with no hands.
Remember there is no such thing as a safe
slope.
Travel on grass slopes requires particular
care.
To guard against overturning, follow these
instructions.
Do not stop or start suddenly when going
up or downhill.
Engage clutch slowly, always keep
machine in gear, especially when traveling
downhill.
Machine speeds should be kept low on
slopes and during turns.
Stay alert for humps and hollows and
other hidden hazards.
Never use the machine on a slope with an
angle of gradient that is greater than that
specified or in a place where there is a
danger of the machine slipping.
Disengage drive to the mechanical
equipment section, when other than
operating.
Do the following before leaving the
operator's position.
Stop on level ground.
Disengage the all drives.
Lower the bucket.
Set the parking brake.
Stop the engine.
Remove the ignition key.
Stop the engine in the following conditions.
Before refuelling.
Before making height or depth adjustment
unless adjustment can be made from the
operator's position.
Before clearing blockages.
Before checking, cleaning or working on
the machine.
After striking a foreign object or if an
abnormal vibration occurs.
Inspect the machine for damage and
make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment.
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Safety
Page 1-3
Safe Operating Practices

Reduce the throttle setting during engine
run-out.
Take care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or a truck.
Load or unload the machine in a flat and
safe place.
Before loading or unloading, set the parking
brake on the truck or trailer, stop the engine,
and chock the wheels.
When transporting the machine on a truck or
a trailer, set the parking brake, stop the
engine, and fasten the machine to the truck
with a rope or other suitable restraining
device that has sufficient strength.
When using a running board, select one with
sufficient strength, length, and width and that
will not cause the machine to slip.
Close the fuel valve before transporting the
machine.
Maintenance
Never allow untrained personnel to service
machine.
Implement the following work before
adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
Stop the machine on level ground.
Disengage drive to the mechanical
equipment section.
Lower the brush section and the bucket.
Set the parking brake.
Stop the engine.
Remove the ignition key.
Wait for all movement to stop.
Allow the engine/muffler to cool before
checking/maintenance.
To reduce the fire hazard, keep hot parts
such as the engine and silencer/muffler,
battery compartment and fuel storage area
free of grass, leaves, or excessive grease.
Clean up oil or fuel spillage.
Appropriately manage and correctly use the
tools necessary for servicing or adjusting the
machine.
Disconnect battery before making any
repairs.
Disconnect the negative terminal first and
the positive last.
Reconnect positive first and negative last.
Use jack stands to support components
when required.
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Keep hands and feet away from moving
parts.
If possible, do not make adjustments with the
engine running.
Make sure that parts such as wires are not
touching each other and that their covers
have not come off.
Keep all parts in good working condition and
all hardware tightened.
Replace all worn or damaged decals.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be
sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
Carefully release pressure from components
with stored energy.
Be sure to depressurize the hydraulic system
before performing maintenance operations
on it such as removing hydraulic equipment.
Check whether line connectors in the
hydraulic system are properly tightened.
Before applying hydraulic pressure, check
the connections of the hydraulic pressure
lines and the condition of the hoses.
When checking the hydraulic circuit for
pinhole leaks or oil leakage from nozzles, do
not use your hands.
Use items such as paper or corrugated
cardboard to find leakage points.
Be extremely careful with high-pressure oil
as it may pierce your skin, resulting in an
injury.
If fluid is injected into the skin it must be
surgically removed within a few hours by a
doctor familiar with this form of injury or
gangrene may result.
Charge batteries in an open well ventilated
area, away from spark and flames.
Unplug charger before connecting or
disconnecting from battery.
Wear protective clothing and use insulated
tools.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this
outdoors.
Storage
When machine is to be parked, stored, or left
unattended, keep brush section raised and
securely locked while bucket lowered.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
Only cover the machine with a sheet after
hot parts have sufficiently cooled down.
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Page 1-4 Safe Operating Practices

Never store the equipment with fuel in the
tank inside a building where fumes may
reach an open flame or spark.
If the engine is provided with a shut-off
valve, shut off valve while storing or
transporting.
Do not store fuel near flames.
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Safe Operating Practices

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Safety
Page 1-6 Safe Operating Practices

Recycle and Waste Disposal ................ Page 2-2
About Recycle ........................................Page 2-2
About Waste Disposal ........................... Page 2-2
Disposal
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Disposal
Page 2-1

Recycle and Waste Disposal
About Recycle
Recycling battery etc. is recommended for
environmental conservation and economical
use of resources.
It may be required by local laws.
About Waste Disposal
Make sure that waste generated when
servicing or repairing the machine is disposed
of in accordance with local regulations.
(e.g. waste oil, antifreeze, rubber products, and
wires etc.)
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Disposal
Page 2-2 Recycle and Waste Disposal

Specifications ........................................ Page 3-2
Specifications .........................................Page 3-2
Sound Pressure Level ........................... Page 3-3
Sound Power Level ............................... Page 3-3
Vibration Level .......................................Page 3-3
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions ..........Page 3-3
Names of Each Section ......................... Page 3-4
Regulation Decals ..................................Page 3-4
Positions of Regulation Decals ..............Page 3-4
Description of Regulation Decals .......... Page 3-5
Safety Signs and Instruction Signs ..... Page 3-6
About Safety Signs and Instruction
Signs ......................................................Page 3-6
Positions of Safety Decals and
Instruction Decals .................................. Page 3-6
Description of Safety Decals and
Instruction Decals .................................. Page 3-7
Operation Decals ................................. Page 3-11
Positions of Operation Decals ............. Page 3-11
Description of Operation Decals ..........Page 3-12
Product Overview
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Product Overview
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Specifications
Specifications
Model FS900
Name Riding Sweeper
Type Rubber tires
Dimensions
Total length 257 cm 101.18 in
Total width 177 cm 69.69 in
Total height
Bucket Frame 148 cm 58.26 in
Bottom of
discharge
opening (when
bucket raised to
the highest level)
149 cm 58.66 in
Weight Machine (empty
fuel tank) without LED light 704 kg 1552.03 lb
Minimum turning radius 275 cm 108.27 in
Engine
Model Vanguard 356447
Type Air-cooled 4-cycle gasoline engine
Total displacement 570 cm3 (0.57 L) 34.78 cu.in.
Maximum output 13.4 kW (18.2 PS)/3,600 rpm
Rated output -
Fuel tank capacity Gasoline 20.0 dm3 (20.0 L) Gasoline 5.28 U.S.gal.
Fuel consumption 310 g/kW・h (rated output) 228 g/PS・h (rated output)
Engine oil capacity 1.6 dm3 (1.6 L) 0.42 U.S.gal.
Coolant volume -
Hydraulic tank capacity 17.0 dm3 (17.0 L) 4.49 U.S.gal.
Transmission oil capacity -
Operating width 81 cm 31.89 in
Operating height -
Bucket capacity 414 dm3 (414 L) 109.38 U.S.gal.
Drive Traveling HST (2WD)
Sweeping section Hydraulic, Mechanical
Speed (HST) Forward 0 - 16.0 km/h 0 - 9.94 mph
Reverse 0 - 5.0 km/h 0 - 3.12 mph
Speed (Mechanical) -
Efficiency 5,184 m2/h (8.0 km/h x operating width x 0.8)
Maximum inclination for operation 10 degrees
Tire size Front wheel 18 x 9.50 - 8
Rear wheel 20 x 10.00 - 10
Tire pneumatic
pressure
Front wheel 80 kPa (0.8 kgf/cm2)12 psi
Rear wheel 150 kPa (1.5 kgf/cm2)22 psi
Battery 40B19L
Engine plug PLUG, CHAMPION XC92YC
The factory default maximum engine rpm is 3,000 rpm.*
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Product Overview
Page 3-2 Specifications

Sound Pressure Level
Sound pressure level
This machine was confirmed to have a
continuous A-weighted sound pressure level
of 82 dB by measuring identical machines in
accordance with the procedure specified in
ISO5395-1:2013.
Sound Power Level
Sound Power Level
This machine was confirmed to have a sound
power level of 98 dB by measuring identical
machines in accordance with the procedure
specified in ISO5395-1:2013.
Vibration Level
Hand-Arm Vibration
This machine was confirmed not to exceed a
vibration level of 2.5 m/s2 to hands and arms
by measuring identical machines in
accordance with the procedure specified in
ISO 5395-1:2013.
Uncertainty K = 0.7 m/s2
Whole Body Vibration
This machine was confirmed not to exceed a
vibration level of 0.5 m/s2 to the whole body
by measuring identical machines in
accordance with the procedure specified in
ISO 5395-1:2013.
Uncertainty K = 0.2 m/s2
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions
For the CO2 value on the engine of this
machine, refer to the engine's owner's manual.
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Product Overview
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Specifications

Names of Each Section
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1Handle
2 Traveling pedal
3 Brush rotation lever
4 Brush up/down lever
5 Roller presser lever
6 Bucket up/down lever
7 Bucket open/close lever
8 Cylinder lock
9 Brush adjusting lever
10 Brake pedal
11 Throttle lever
12 Seat
13 Brush frame
14 Bucket
15 Angle Meter
16 Outrigger
17 Stop valve
Regulation Decals
Positions of Regulation Decals
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ASerial number plate
B Specification decal
C UKCA mark
D Noise emission decal
E Year of manufacture decal
F Battery capacity decal
G Recycle decal
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Description of Regulation Decals
Serial Number Plate
The serial number plate indicates the model
and serial number of the machine.
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Specification Decal
(For Europe)
CE mark indicates that the machine sold in
the EU nations complies with the EU
requirements.
The Specification decal indicates the CE
marking, model , and weight, etc.
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UKCA Mark
(For UK)
UKCA mark indicates that the machine sold in
the UK complies with the UK requirements.
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Noise Emission Decal
(For Europe)
The noise emission decal indicates the sound
power level determined by measuring
identical machines in accordance with the
procedure specified in the EC directives.
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Year of Manufacture Decal
(For Europe)
The year of manufacture decal indicates the
year when this machine was manufactured.
YEAR OF
MANUFACTURE
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Regulation Decals

Battery Capacity Decal
(For Europe)
The battery capacity decal indicates the
capacity by 20HR and CCA.
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Recycle Decal
Recycle Decal illustrates Recycle Mark in
accordance with local regulation.
(For Europe)
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Recycle Decal_001
(For USA)
LEAD
RETURN
RECYCLE
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Safety Signs and Instruction Signs
About Safety Signs and Instruction Signs
Important
Safety decals and instruction decals are
attached to this product.
Make sure that they are preserved in their
entirety. If they are damaged, become dirty, or
peel off, replace them with new ones.
Part numbers for decals that need to be
replaced are listed in the parts catalog.
Order them from a Baroness dealer or
Kyoeisha.
Positions of Safety Decals and Instruction
Decals
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