Ransomes HR3806 Guide

RJ 100 / 012004
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verwendet wird, können ernsthafte Verletzungen verursacht
werden. Personen, die diese Maschine verwenden und
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die Maschine aufzustellen, zu bedienen, einzustellen oder
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24686G-DE (rev.0)
Safety and Operation Manual
Betriebs- und Sicherheitshandbuch
WARNING: If incorrectly used this machine can cause severe
injury. Those who use and maintain this machine should be
trained in its proper use, warned of its dangers and should
read the entire manual before attempting to set up, operate,
adjust or service the machine.
HR3806
Series: DZ - Engine type: Kubota V1505-E
Product codes: LHAD003
YEARS OF MOWING
EXCELLENCE

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1 CONTENTS
CONTENTS PAGE
2 INTRODUCTION
2.1 IMPORTANT .............................................................................................................. 2
2.2 PRODUCTIDENTIFICATION ....................................................................................... 2
3 SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
3.1 OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................... 3
3.2 SAFETYSIGNS .......................................................................................................... 3
3.3 STARTINGTHEENGINE ............................................................................................. 3
3.4 DRIVINGTHEMACHINE ............................................................................................ 3
3.5 TRANSPORTING ........................................................................................................ 3
3.6 LEAVINGTHEDRIVINGPOSITION ............................................................................ 4
3.7 SLOPES ..................................................................................................................... 4
3.8 BLOCKEDCUTTINGDECKS ...................................................................................... 4
3.9 ADJUSTMENTS,LUBRICATIONAND ........................................................................ 4
4 SPECIFICATIONS
4.1 ENGINESPECIFICATION ............................................................................................ 6
4.2 MACHINESPECIFICATION ........................................................................................ 6
4.3 DIMENSIONS ............................................................................................................. 6
4.4 VIBRATIONLEVEL .................................................................................................... 7
4.5 SLOPES ..................................................................................................................... 8
4.6 RECOMMENDEDLUBRICANTS ................................................................................. 8
4.7 CUTTINGPERFORMANCE(AREA) ............................................................................ 8
4.8 CONFORMITYCERTIFICATES .................................................................................. 9
5 DECALS
5.1 SAFETYDECALS ..................................................................................................... 11
5.2 INSTRUCTIONDECALS ............................................................................................ 11
6 CONTROLS
6.1 STARTERKEYSWITCH ............................................................................................ 12
6.2 THROTTLECONTROLLEVER .................................................................................. 12
6.3 STEERINGWHEELRAKEADJUSTMENT .................................................................. 12
6.4 TRACTIONFOOTPEDAL ......................................................................................... 12
6.5 SPEEDLIMITER ........................................................................................................ 12
6.6 PARKINGBRAKE ...................................................................................................... 13
6.7 DIFFLOCKCONTROL .............................................................................................. 13
6.8 HYDRAULICLIFTLEVERS ....................................................................................... 14
6.9 CUTTINGUNITSWITCHES ....................................................................................... 14
6.10 INSTRUMENTPANEL ............................................................................................... 15
6.11 HOURMETER ............................................................................................................ 16
6.12 HORN ........................................................................................................................ 16
6.13 BONNETRELEASEKEY ............................................................................................ 16
7 OPERATION
7.2 TRAILERTIEDOWNSFORREAR. ............................................................................. 17
7.1 DAILYINSPECTION .................................................................................................. 17
7.3 OPERATORPRESENCEANDSAFETYINTERLOCKSYSTEM ................................... 18
7.4 OPERATINGPROCEDURE ......................................................................................... 19
7.5 STARTINGTHEENGINE ............................................................................................ 20
7.6 DRIVING ................................................................................................................... 20
7.7 MOWING .................................................................................................................. 21
7.8 TOSTOPTHEENGINE .............................................................................................. 21
7.9 PUSHINGTHEMACHINEWITHTHEENGINESTOPPED ............................................. 21
8 ADJUSTMENTS
8.1 SEAT (GS85/90)....................................................................................................... 22
8.2 HEIGHTOFCUT ....................................................................................................... 23
9 MAINTENANCE
9.1 LUBRICATIONANDMAINTENANCECHART ............................................................ 24
9.2 DAILYCHECKS(EVERY8WORKINGHOURS) .......................................................... 26
10 GUARANTEE/SALES& SERVICE ............................................................................ 28

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2 INTRODUCTION
2.1IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT: This is a precision machine and the service obtained from it depends on the way it is
operatedandmaintained.
ThisSAFETYANDOPERATORSMANUALshouldberegardedaspartofthemachine. Suppliersofboth
newandsecond-handmachinesareadvisedtoretaindocumentaryevidencethatthismanualwasprovided
with the machine.
This machine is designed solely for use in customary grass cutting operations. Use in any other way is
considered as contrary to the intended use. Compliance with and strict adherence to the conditions of
operation,serviceandrepairas specified by the manufacturer, also constitute essential elements of the
intendeduse.
Beforeattempting to operate this machine, ALL operators MUST read through this manualandmake
themselvesthoroughlyconversantwithSafetyInstructions,controls,lubricationandmaintenance.
Accidentpreventionregulations,allothergenerallyrecognizedregulationsonsafetyandoccupational
medicine,and all road traffic regulations shallbe observed at all times.
Anyarbitrarymodificationscarriedoutonthismachine may relieve the manufacturer of liability for any
resultingdamageorinjury.
2.2PRODUCTIDENTIFICATION
A Machine Name
B Serial Number
C Year of Manufacture
D Machine Weight
E Engine Power
AB
C
D

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3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This safety symbol indicates important safety
messages in this manual. When you see this
symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury, carefully
readthemessagethat follows,andinform other
operators.
3.1 OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
• Ensure that the instructions in this book are
readandfullyunderstood.
• Noperson should be allowed to operate this
machine unless they are fully acquainted with
all the controls and the safety procedures.
• Neverallowchildrenorpeopleunfamiliarwith
these instructions to use this machine. Local
regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
3.2 SAFETYSIGNS
• It is essential all safety labels are kept
legible, if they are missing or illegible they
must be replaced. If any part of the machine
is replaced and it originally carried a safety
label, a new label must be affixed to the
replacementpart. Newsafetylabels are
obtainablefromRansomesdealers.
3.3 STARTINGTHEENGINE
• Before starting the engine check that the
brakesareapplied,drivesareinneutral,
guards are in position and intact, and
bystandersareclearof the machine.
• Do not run the engine in a building without
adequateventilation.
3.4 DRIVINGTHEMACHINE
• Beforemovingthemachine,checktoensure
thatall parts are in goodworking order,
paying particular attention to brakes, tyres,
steering and the security of cutting blades.
• Replace faulty silencers, mow only in daylight
orgood artificiallight
• AlwaysobservetheHighwayCodebothon
andoff the roads. Keep alert andaware at all
times. Watch out for traffic when crossing or
nearroadways.
• Stopthebladesrotatingbeforecrossing
surfacesother thangrass.
• Rememberthatsomepeoplearedeafor
blind and that children and animals can be
unpredictable.
• Keeptravellingspeedslowenoughforan
emergencystop to beeffectiveand safe at
all times, in any conditions.
• Removeoravoidobstructionsintheareato
be cut, thus reducing the possibility of
injuryto yourselfand/orbystanders.
• Whenreversing,take special care to
ensure that the area behind is clear of
obstructionsand/or bystanders. DONOT
carrypassengers.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsibleforaccidentsorhazards
occurringtootherpeopleortheir property.
• When the machine is to be parked, stored
orleft unattended, lower the cutting means
unless the transport locks are being used.
• Whilemowing, always wear substantial
footwearandlongtrousers. Donotoperate
theequipmentwhenbarefootorwearing
opensandals.
• Checkthegrass catcherfrequently forwear
ordeterioration. After strikinga foreign
object, Inspect thelawnmower for damage
andmakerepairsbeforerestartingand
operatingtheequipment.
• Ifthe machinestartsto vibrate abnormally,
check immediately.
3.5 TRANSPORTING
• Ensure that the cutting units are securely
fastened in the transport position. Do not
transportwithcuttingmechanismrotating.
• Drivethemachinewithdueconsiderationof
roadand surfaceconditions, inclinesand
localundulations.
• Suddendeceleratingorbrakingcancause
the rear wheels to lift.
• Remember that the stability of the rear of
the machine is reduced as the fuel is used.