Baroness LM18GC Operation manual

Walk Behind Greens Mower
Walk Behind Tee Mower
Owner's Operating Manual
Serial No. LM18GC: 35165-・LM56GC: 36481-
LM66TC: 35329-
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Ver.2.8

USDA Forest Service Spark Arrester
(For USA)
The engine of this machine is equipped with a
spark arrester.
In some areas there are local, state, or federal
regulations requiring that a spark arrester be
used on the engine of this machine.
LM18GC・LM56GC / LM66TC
Regulations

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product, and to avoid causing injury to yourself or others.
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Maintenance service for this machine should be performed by a mechanic with expertise.
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LM18GC・LM56GC / LM66TC
Introduction

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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
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Note that the Baroness product warranty may
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parts from other companies.
Prior to use, carefully read the following
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for safe and correct operation.
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Purpose
This machine is intended for cutting turf grass at
golf courses.
Do not use this machine in any way other than
its intended purpose, and do not modify the
machine.
Operating this machine for other purposes and
modifying it may be very dangerous and may
cause damage to the machine.
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Introduction

LM18GC・LM56GC / LM66TC
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 3-9
Regulation Decals ..........................................Page 3-9
Safety Signs and Instruction Signs .............. Page 3-11
Operation Decals ......................................... Page 3-13
Description of Functions ...............................Page 4-1
Light Switch ................................................... Page 4-2
Engine Switch ................................................ Page 4-2
Throttle Lever .................................................Page 4-2
Throttle Lever .................................................Page 4-2
Brake Lever ................................................... Page 4-3
Clutch Lock Lever .......................................... Page 4-3
Main Clutch Lever ..........................................Page 4-3
Traveling/Working Selector Lever ..................Page 4-4
FOC (High/Low Clip) Selector Lever ............. Page 4-4
Air Adjusting Plate ......................................... Page 4-5
Engine Clutch Cover ......................................Page 4-5
Groomer Clutch Lever ................................... Page 4-5
IGCA (Independent Grass Catcher Arm) .......Page 4-6
Instruments .................................................... Page 4-8
Handling Instructions .................................... Page 5-1
Preparation for Use ........................................Page 5-2
Inspection and Cleaning ................................ Page 5-3
Adjustment before Work ................................ Page 5-8
Start/Stop of Engine .......................................Page 5-9
Parking and Stopping .................................. Page 5-11
Move ............................................................ Page 5-11
Cutting Work ................................................ Page 5-12
Transporting .................................................Page 5-14
Maintenance ................................................... Page 6-1
Precautions for Maintenance ......................... Page 6-2
Position of Mower during Maintenance ..........Page 6-2
Greasing ........................................................ Page 6-2
Lubrication ..................................................... Page 6-4
Adjustment and Replacement ........................Page 6-5
Storage ........................................................ Page 6-25
Repair ..............................................................Page 7-1
Precautions for Repair ................................... Page 7-2
Adjustment and Replacement ........................Page 7-2
Appended Table ............................................. Page 8-1
Tightening Torques ........................................Page 8-2
Maintenance Schedule .................................. Page 8-5
List of Adjusted Values .................................. Page 8-7
Troubleshooting Procedures of Aftercut
Appearance ................................................... Page 8-8
LM18GC・LM56GC / LM66TC
Contents

LM18GC・LM56GC / LM66TC
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.
Never allow 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.
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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.
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.
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Safety
Page 1-2 Safe Operating Practices

If the handlebar has noticeable play, 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 are in neutral and parking
brake is engaged before starting engine.
Start the engine or switch on the motor
carefully according to this manual and with
feet well away from the cutting section.
Do not change the engine governor settings
or overspeed the engine.
Operating the engine at excessive speed
may increase the hazard of personal injury.
Pay attention not to touch hot parts.
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.
Never pick up or carry the machine in
operation.
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.
Walk, never run.
Do not stop or start suddenly.
Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass,
where feasible.
Look behind and down before backing up to
be sure of a clear path.
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.
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
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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 operate the machine on
excessively steep slopes.
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.
Use extra care while operating machine with
a grass catcher or other attachments.
They can affect the stability of the machine.
Disengage drive to the cutting section, when
other than operating.
Do the following before leaving the
operator's position.
Stop on level ground.
Disengage the all drives.
Set the parking brake.
Stop the engine.
Stop the engine in the following conditions.
Before refuelling.
Before removing the grass catcher.
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.
Reduce the throttle setting during engine
run-out.
Do not direct discharge material toward
anyone.
Avoid discharging material against a wall or
obstruction.
Material may ricochet back toward the
operator.
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Safety
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Safe Operating Practices

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 cutting section.
Set the parking brake.
Stop the engine.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
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, 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.
Use jack stands to support components
when required.
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.
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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.
Use care when checking the cylinders/reels
and bed knives.
Wear gloves and use caution when servicing
them.
Be careful during adjustment of the machine
to prevent entrapment of the fingers between
moving blades and fixed parts of the
machine.
Check the grass catcher frequently for wear
or deterioration.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this
outdoors.
Storage
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
Only cover the machine with a sheet after
hot parts have sufficiently cooled down.
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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Safety
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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 List ..................................Page 3-2
Sound Pressure Level ........................... Page 3-8
Sound Power Level ............................... Page 3-8
Vibration Level .......................................Page 3-8
Names of Each Section ......................... Page 3-9
Regulation Decals ..................................Page 3-9
Positions of Regulation Decals ..............Page 3-9
Description of Regulation Decals .......... Page 3-9
Safety Signs and Instruction Signs ... Page 3-11
About Safety Signs and Instruction
Signs ....................................................Page 3-11
Positions of Safety Decals and
Instruction Decals ................................ Page 3-11
Description of Safety Decals and
Instruction Decals ................................ Page 3-11
Operation Decals ................................. Page 3-13
Positions of Operation Decals ............. Page 3-13
Description of Operation Decals ..........Page 3-13
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Specifications
Specifications List
LM18GC
Model LM18GC
Name Walk Behind Greens Mower
Dimensions
Total length with grass
catcher 141 cm 55.51 in
Total width
without
travelling
wheel
84 cm 33.07 in
Total height Steering
handle 116 cm 45.67 in
Weight
Machine (empty fuel tank) 94 kg 207.23 lb
Grass catcher *1 3.1 kg 6.83 lb
Groomer *1 3.0 kg 6.61 lb
Travelling wheel (for one
machine) *1 6.9 kg 15.21 lb
Minimum turning radius -
Engine
Model HONDA GX120
Type Gasoline air-cooled engine (OHV) four-stroke single-cylinder
Total displacement 122 cm3 (0.122 L) 7.44 cu.in.
Maximum output 2.4 kW (3.3 PS)/3,600 rpm
Rated output 2.1 kW (2.9 PS)/3,600 rpm
Fuel tank capacity Gasoline 2.0 dm3 (2.0 L) Gasoline 0.53 U.S.gals
Fuel consumption 338 g/kW・h (rated output) 248.60 g/PS・h (rated output)
Engine oil capacity 0.56 dm3 (0.56 L) 0.15 U.S.gals
Coolant volume -
Hydraulic tank capacity -
Transmission oil capacity -
Operating width (Mowing width) 45.7 cm 18 in
Operating height (Mowing height) 3.0 (3.0) - 29.0 mm[3.0 (3.0) -
27.0 mm] *2
0.118 (0.118) - 1.142 in[0.118
(0.118) - 1.063 in] *2
Number of Blades 11
Drive Traveling Mechanical
Mowing Mechanical
Speed (HST) -
Speed (Mechanical) 4.7 km/h (@3,000 rpm) 2.92 mph (@3,000 rpm)
Efficiency 1,718 m2/h (4.7 km/h x
mowing width x 0.8)
0.42 acres/hour (2.92 mph x
mowing width x 0.8)
Maximum inclination for operation -
Tire size 4.10/3.50-6
Tire pneumatic pressure 120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm2)17 psi
Battery -
Engine plug NGK BPR4ES
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The factory default maximum engine rpm is 3,300 rpm.
*1: Weight (Machine) includes *1 parts.
*2:The indicated lowest mowing height is for general application. It may be adjusted according to the state of
green and the bed knife to be installed.
The value in the brackets [ ] is the mowing height of the machine equipped with a groomer.
The value in the brackets ( ) is the mowing height of the machine equipped with a standard bed knife.
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Specifications

LM56GC
Model LM56GC
Name Walk Behind Greens Mower
Dimensions
Total length with grass
catcher 141 cm 55.51 in
Total width
without
travelling
wheel
94 cm 37.01 in
Total height Steering
handle 116 cm 45.67 in
Weight
Machine (empty fuel tank) 102 kg 224.87 lb
Grass catcher *1 3.3 kg 7.28 lb
Groomer *1 3.6 kg 7.94 lb
Travelling wheel (for one
machine) *1 6.9 kg 15.21 lb
Minimum turning radius -
Engine
Model HONDA GX120
Type Gasoline air-cooled engine (OHV) four-stroke single-cylinder
Total displacement 122 cm3 (0.122 L) 7.44 cu.in.
Maximum output 2.4 kW (3.3 PS)/3,600 rpm
Rated output 2.1 kW (2.9 PS)/3,600 rpm
Fuel tank capacity Gasoline 2.0 dm3 (2.0 L) Gasoline 0.53 U.S.gals
Fuel consumption 338 g/kW・h (rated output) 248.60 g/PS・h (rated output)
Engine oil capacity 0.56 dm3 (0.56 L) 0.15 U.S.gals
Coolant volume -
Hydraulic tank capacity -
Transmission oil capacity -
Operating width (Mowing width) 55.7 cm 22 in
Operating height (Mowing height) 3.0 (3.0) - 29.0 mm [3.0 (3.0) -
27.0 mm] *2
0.118 (0.118) - 1.142 in [0.118
(0.118) - 1.063 in] *2
Number of Blades 11
Drive Traveling Mechanical
Mowing Mechanical
Speed (HST) -
Speed (Mechanical) 4.7 km/h (@3,000 rpm) 2.92 mph (@3,000 rpm)
Efficiency 2,094 m2/h (4.7 km/h x
mowing width x 0.8)
0.51 acres/hour (2.92 mph x
mowing width x 0.8)
Maximum inclination for operation -
Tire size 4.10/3.50-6
Tire pneumatic pressure 120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm2)17 psi
Battery -
Engine plug NGK BPR4ES
The factory default maximum engine rpm is 3,300 rpm.
*1: Weight (Machine) includes *1 parts.
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*2:The indicated lowest mowing height is for general application. It may be adjusted according to the state of
green and the bed knife to be installed.
The value in the brackets [ ] is the mowing height of the machine equipped with a groomer.
The value in the brackets ( ) is the mowing height of the machine equipped with a standard bed knife.
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Specifications

LM66TC
Model LM66TC
Name Walk Behind Tee Mower
Dimensions
Total
length with grass catcher 141 cm 55.51 in
Total
width without travelling wheel 103 cm 40.55 in
Total
height Steering handle 116 cm 45.67 in
Weight
Machine (empty fuel tank) 107 kg 235.89 lb
Grass catcher *1 3.6 kg 7.94 lb
Groomer *1 4.0 kg 8.82 lb
Travelling wheel (for one machine) *1 6.9 kg 15.21 lb
Minimum turning radius -
Engine
Model HONDA GX120
Type Gasoline air-cooled engine (OHV) four-stroke single-cylinder
Total displacement 122 cm3 (0.122 L) 7.44 cu.in.
Maximum output 2.4 kW (3.3 PS)/3,600 rpm
Rated output 2.1 kW (2.9 PS)/3,600 rpm
Fuel tank capacity Gasoline 2.0 dm3 (2.0 L) Gasoline 0.53 U.S.gals
Fuel consumption 338 g/kW・h (rated output) 248.60 g/PS・h (rated
output)
Engine oil capacity 0.56 dm3 (0.56 L) 0.15 U.S.gals
Coolant volume -
Hydraulic tank capacity -
Transmission oil capacity -
Operating width (Mowing width) 64.6 cm 26 in
Operating height (Mowing height) 4.5 (7.0) - 29.0 mm [4.5 (7.0) -
27.0 mm] *2
0.177 (0.276) - 1.142 in
[0.177 (0.276) - 1.063 in] *2
Number of Blades 7, 9, 11
Drive Traveling Mechanical
Mowing Mechanical
Speed (HST) -
Speed (Mechanical) 4.7 km/h (@3,000 rpm) 2.92 mph (@3,000 rpm)
Efficiency 2,429 m2/h (4.7 km/h x mowing
width x 0.8)
0.60 acres/hour (2.92 mph x
mowing width x 0.8)
Maximum inclination for operation -
Tire size 4.10/3.50-6
Tire pneumatic pressure 120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm2)17 psi
Battery -
Engine plug NGK BPR4ES
The factory default maximum engine rpm is 3,300 rpm.
*1: Weight (Machine) includes *1 parts.
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