Textron RANSOMES JACOBSEN HIGHWAY 2130 Guide

HIGHWAY 2130
RJ 100 / 112002
WARNHINWEIS: Wenn diese Maschine nicht ordnungsgemäß
verwendet wird, können ernsthafte Verletzungen verursacht
werden. Personen, die diese Maschine verwenden und
warten, müssen in ihrer richtigen Verwendung ausgebildet
sein, auf die Gefahren aufmerksam gemacht worden sein
und die Anleitung ganz gelesen haben, bevor sie versuchen,
die Maschine aufzustellen, zu bedienen, einzustellen oder
zu warten.
24287G-DE (rev.2)
Series: WJ - Engine type: KUBOTA V1305
2WD Product codes: LGEA070
Series: CS - Engine type: FORD VSG413
2WD Product codes: LGEA200
Series: CU - Engine type: KUBOTA V1305
4WD Product codes: LGEA100
Series: DK - Engine type: FORD VSG413
4WD Product codes: LGEA400
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.
YEARS OF MOWING
EXCELLENCE

©2002, Ransomes Jacobsen Limited. All Rights Reserved

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1 CONTENTS
CONTENTS ......................................................................................................... PAGE
2 INTRODUCTION
2.1 IMPORTANT ......................................................................................................................... 2
2.2 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION .............................................................................................. 2
3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................. 3
3.2 SAFETY SIGNS.................................................................................................................... 3
3.3 STARTING THE ENGINE..................................................................................................... 3
3.4 DRIVING THE MACHINE ..................................................................................................... 3
3.5 TRANSPORTING .................................................................................................................3
3.6 LEAVING THE DRIVING POSITION.................................................................................... 4
3.7 SLOPES ............................................................................................................................... 4
3.8 BLOCKED CUTTING CYLINDERS ..................................................................................... 4
3.9 ADJUSTMENTS, LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE .................................................... 4
4 SPECIFICATIONS
4.1 ENGINE SPECIFICATION.................................................................................................... 7
4.2 MACHINE SPECIFICATION................................................................................................. 7
4.3 DIMENSIONS ....................................................................................................................... 7
4.4 VIBRATION LEVEL ..............................................................................................................8
4.5 SLOPES ............................................................................................................................... 8
4.6 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS......................................................................................... 8
4.7 CUTTING PERFORMANCE................................................................................................. 8
4.8 CUTTING PERFORMANCE (AREA) ................................................................................... 8
4.9 CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES........................................................................................... 9
5 DECALS
5.1 SAFETYDECALS ................................................................................................................. 11
5.2 INSTRUCTIONDECALS ........................................................................................................ 11
6 CONTROLS
6.1 STARTERSWITCH ............................................................................................................... 12
6.2 THROTTLECONTROLLEVER .............................................................................................. 12
6.3 STEERINGWHEELRAKEADJUSTMENT .............................................................................. 12
6.4 FOOTPEDAL......................................................................................................................... 12
6.5 SPEEDLIMITER .................................................................................................................... 12
6.6 TRANSPORTLATCHES ........................................................................................................ 13
6.7 PARKINGBRAKE .................................................................................................................. 13
6.8 HYDRAULICLIFTLEVERS ................................................................................................... 13
6.9 UNITCOUNTERBALANCECONTROL .................................................................................. 13
6.10 CUTTINGUNITSWITCHES ................................................................................................... 14
6.11 VARIABLECYLINDERSPEED ............................................................................................... 14
6.12 BACKLAPPINGLEVER ......................................................................................................... 14
6.13 DIFFLOCKCONTROL .......................................................................................................... 15
6.14 INSTRUMENTPANEL ........................................................................................................... 15
7 OPERATION
7.1 DAILYINSPECTION .............................................................................................................. 17
7.2 OPERATORPRESENCEANDSAFETYINTERLOCKSYSTEM ............................................... 18
7.3 OPERATINGPROCEDURE ..................................................................................................... 19
7.4 STARTINGTHEENGINE ........................................................................................................ 21
7.5 DRIVING ............................................................................................................................... 21
7.6 MOWING .............................................................................................................................. 21
7.7 TOSTOPTHEENGINE .......................................................................................................... 21
7.8 PUSHINGTHEMACHINEWITHTHEENGINESTOPPED ........................................................ 22
8 ADJUSTMENTS
8.1 HEIGHTOFCUT ................................................................................................................... 23
8.2 FIXEDHEADUNITSADDITIONALADJUSTMENT ................................................................. 24
8.3 SEAT(GRAMMERGS85/90)................................................................................................. 24
8.4 SEAT(GRAMMERMSG 20) ................................................................................................. 25
9 MAINTENANCE
9.1 LUBRICATIONANDMAINTANANCECHARTDIESELPOWEREDMACHINES ....................... 26
9.2 LUBRICATIONANDMAINTANANCECHARTLPG POWEREDMACHINES ............................ 27
9.3 DAILYCHECKS .................................................................................................................... 28
10 GUARANTEE/ SALES& SERVICE .................................................................................................... 29

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2 INTRODUCTION
2.2 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
2.1 IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT: This is a precision machine and the service obtained from it depends on the way it is
operated and maintained.
This SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL should be regarded as part of the machine. Suppliers of both
new and second-hand machines are advised to retain documentary evidence that this manual was
provided 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, service and repair as specified by the manufacturer, also constitute essential elements of the
intended use.
Before attempting to operate this machine, ALL operators MUST read through this manual and make
themselves thoroughly conversant with Safety Instructions, controls, lubrication and maintenance.
Accident prevention regulations, all other generally recognized regulations on safety and occupational
medicine, and all road traffic regulations shall be observed at all times.
Any arbitrary modifications carried out on this machine may relieve the manufacturer of liability for any
resulting damage or injury.
A Machine Name
B Serial Number
C Year of Manufacture
D Machine Weight
E Engine Power

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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
read the message that follows, and inform other
operators.
3.1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Ensure that the instructions in this book
are read and fully understood.
• No person should be allowed to operate
this machine unless they are fully
acquainted with all the controls and the
safety procedures.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar
with these instructions to usethis
machine. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the operator.
3.2 SAFETY SIGNS
• 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 replacement part. New
safety labels are obtainable from
Ransomes dealers.
3.3 STARTING THE ENGINE
• Before starting the engine check that the
brakes are applied, drives are in neutral,
guards are in position and intact, and
bystanders are clear of the machine.
• Do not run the engine in a building without
adequateventilation.
3.4 DRIVING THE MACHINE
• Before moving the machine, check to
ensure that all parts are in good working
order, paying particular attention to
brakes, tyres, steering and the security of
cutting blades.
• Replace faulty silencers, mow only in
daylight or good artificial light
• Always observe the Highway Code both
on and off the roads. Keep alert and
aware at all times. Watch out for traffic
when crossing or near roadways.
• Stop the blades rotating before crossing
surfaces other than grass.
• Remember that some people are deaf
or blind and that children and animals
can be unpredictable.
• Keep travelling speeds low enough for
an emergency stop to be effective and
safe at all times, in any conditions.
• Remove or avoid obstructions in the
area to be cut, thus reducing the
possibility of injury to yourself and/or
bystanders.
• When reversing, take special care to
ensure that the area behind is clear of
obstructions and/or bystanders. DO
NOT carry passengers.
• Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their
property.
• When the machine is to be parked,
stored or left unattended, lower the
cutting means unless the transport
locks are being used.
• While mowing, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not
operate the equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals.
• Check the grass catcher frequently for
wear or deterioration. After striking a
foreign object. Inspect. the lawnmower
for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the equipment.
• If the machine starts to vibrate
abnormally, check immediately.
3.5 TRANSPORTING
• Ensure that the cutting units are
securely fastened in the transport
position. Do not transport with cutting
mechanism rotating.
• Drive the machine with due
consideration of road and surface
conditions, inclines and local
undulations.
• Sudden decelerating or braking can
cause the rear wheels to lift.
• Remember that the stability of the rear
of the machine is reduced as the fuel is
used.
3.6 LEAVING THE DRIVING POSITION
• Park the machine on level ground.
• Before leaving the driving position, stop
the engine and make sure all moving
parts are stationary. Apply brakes and
disengage all drives. Remove the
starter key.

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3.7 SLOPES
TAKE EXTRA CARE WHEN WORKING ON
SLOPES
• Local undulations and sinkage will change
the general slope. Avoid ground
conditions which can cause the machine
to slide.
• Keep machine speeds low on slopes and
during tight turns.
• Sudden decelerating or braking can
cause the rear wheels to lift. Remember
there is no such thing as a “safe” slope.
• Travel on grass slopes requires particular
care.
DO NOT USE ON SLOPES GREATER THAN 15°
IMPORTANT: When working on any slope set the
weight transfer, if fitted to its maximum (+) setting.
3.8 BLOCKED CUTTING CYLINDERS
• Stop the engine and make sure all moving
parts are stationary.
• Apply brakes and disengage all drives.
• Release blockages with care. Keep all parts
of the body away from the cutting edge.
Beware of energy in the drive which can
cause rotation when the blockage is
released.
• Keep other people away from the cutting
units as rotation of one cylinder can cause
the others to rotate.
3.9 ADJUSTMENTS, LUBRICATION AND
MAINTENANCE
All vehicles
• Stop the engine and make sure all moving
parts are stationary.
• Apply brakes and disengage all drives.
• Read all the appropriate servicing
instructions.
• Use only the replacement parts supplied by
the original manufacturer.
• When adjusting the cutting cylinders take
care not to get hands and feet trapped when
rotatingcylinders.
• Make sure that other people are not touching
any cutting units, as rotation of one cylinder
can cause the others to rotate.
• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer and battery compartments free of
grass, leaves or excessive grease.
• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
• When working underneath lifted parts or
machines, make sure adequate support Is
provided.
• Do not dismantle the machine without
releasing or restraining forces which can
cause parts to move suddenly.
• Do not alter engine speed above maximum
quoted in Engine Specification. Do not
change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine
at excessive speed may increase the hazard
of personal injury.
• When servicing batteries, DO NOT SMOKE,
and keep naked lights away.
• Do not place any metal objects across the
terminals.
Diesel & Petrol vehicles
• When refuelling, STOP THE ENGINE, DO
NOT SMOKE. Add fuel before starting the
engine, never add fuel while the engine is
running.
• Use a funnel when pouring fuel from a can
into the tank.
• Do not fill the fuel tank beyond the bottom of
the filler neck.
• Replace all fuel tank and container caps
securely.
• Store fuel in containers specifically designed
for this purpose.
• Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while
refuelling.
• 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 fuel vapours have
dissipated.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
• Never store the equipment with fuel in the
tank inside a building where fumes may
reach an open flame or spark.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should
be done outdoors.
• Do not spill fuel onto hot components.
LPG vehicles
• Only trained & competent personnel in the
use of LPG as a road vehicle fuel are
allowed to work on LPG aspects of the
vehicles engine or fuel system.
• When refuelling, STOP THE ENGINE,
DO NOT SMOKE. Add fuel before
starting the engine, never add fuel while
the engine is running.
• Vehicles should not be parked within 3
meters of any heat source, open flame or
other sources of ignition.
• Vehicles should not be serviced over an
inspection pit
• If for any reason a leak in the fuel system
is suspected, the vehicle should be
moved to an isolated area clear of
buildings & people and as far as possible
from drains and any source of ignition.

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DANGER - Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING - Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION - Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor
or moderate injury and property damage. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
IMPORTANT: Transport speed is for highway
use only. Never select transport speed on
grass areas or uneven or unsurfaced roads or
tracks.
The operating Instructions for the Cutting Units are
contained in a separate Publication .
• The fuel filler bayonet on the vehicle
should be inspected regularly for any
signs of damage.
• The gas used to fill the vehicle must be
sourced from a reputable supplier.
• If a machine starts to vent gas when it is
running it should be moved to an area
away from any sources of ignition and
stopped. If it vents when static the
machine should not be started, all
potential sources of ignition should be
inhibited until the venting has stopped and
the local Ransomes Jacobsen dealer
should be contacted.
• Where practical LPG fuelled vehicles
should be parked in the open air, in a well
ventilated position. Where this is not
reasonably practical due to lack of space,
security ect. vehicles should be parked
inside suitably designed buildings or
garages. Please refer to HELA
publication LAC No. 52/6 rev

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California Proposition 65
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components contain
or emit chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
Batteries produce explosive gases and
contain corrosive acid and supply levels
of electrical current high enough to cause
burns.
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds
WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING
WARNING
Hydraulic Fluid escaping under pressure
can penetrate skin and do serious
damage. Immediate medical assistance
must be sought.
WARNING
DO NOT USE ON SLOPES GREATER THAN 15°
WARNING
VENTING GAS CAN CAUSE FROST BITE
WARNING
Cutting Unit Transport Latches are a
Secondary Safety Devise.
When Transporting the machine the
Cutting units should be held in the
Transport position on the Hydraulics with
the Transport Latches Engaged.
1. Park the machine on level ground.
2. Whilst seated in the driving position
With the engine at operating speed
raise the cutting units fully by
operating lift levers, return the lever to
the neutral position.
DO NOT move the lever into the
lower position.
3. Disengage drives, stop the engine and
make sure all moving parts are
stationary. Apply brakes and remove
the starter key.
4. Transport latches can now be engaged
or released.
Before releasing transport latches
it is important that all cutting units
are fully raised.
WARNING

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4 SPECIFICATIONS
4.1 ENGINE SPECIFICATION
4.1.1 DIESEL
TYPE: Kubota 25Kw @ 3000rpm, 4
cylinder (in-line) vertical Diesel
engine, 4-stroke, water cooled,
1335cc, with 12v electric start.
Model: V1305-BBS-EC-1
Maximum Speed: 3150 ± 50 RPM (No load)
Idle Speed: 1500 +100 RPM
Oil Sump Capacity: 6 litres
Fuel: No. 2-D Diesel fuel (ASTM D975)
CoolantCapacity: 5 litres 50/50 Anti-freeze
CoolantSpecification :Ethyleneglycol anti-freeze with
softened water.
4.1.2 LPG
TYPE: Ford 25Kw @ 3000rpm, 4
cylinder (in-line) vertical Petrol
engine, 4-stroke, water cooled,
1297cc, with 12v electric start.
Model: VSG 413
Maximum Speed: 3150 ± 50 RPM (No load)
IdleSpeed: 850 ± 50 RPM
Oil Sump Capacity: 3.1 litres
Fuel: LPG (Propane)
CoolantCapacity: 5 litres 50/50 Anti-freeze
CoolantSpecification: Ethyleneglycolanti-freezewith
softened water.
4.2 MACHINESPECIFICATION
Frameconstruction: Heavy duty formed steel chassis.
Transmission: Hydrostatic power provided by a
servo-controlledtransmission
pump. Driving 2 indivdual wheel
motors with Diff-lock facility.
4WD: Driving 4 individual wheel
motors with a patented parallel
series transmission system.
Selectable forward all wheel drive
lock and reverse front axle diff-
lock facility.
Cutting unit drive: Hydraulic, with forward, neutral,
reverse control valve. Electric
dash mounted switch for on/off
control, with floor mounted switch
for cyclinder engage.Hand
control valve for reel speed
adjustment
Speeds:
Cutting: 12 km/h
Transport: 25 km/h
21 km/h (4WD)
Reverse: 6 km/h (4 mph)
Steering: Hydrostatic powered steering to
rear wheels.
Ground pressure: 1.00 bar (14psi)
Brakes, Service: Positive hydrostatic braking.
Parking: Fail safe, Oil immersed wet disc
brakes.
Fuel Tank
CapacityDiesel: 45 Litres
CapacityLPG: 72 Litres
Hydraulic Tank
Capacity: 35 Litres
Battery: Exide 093
4.3 DIMENSIONS
Width of cut: 2.14 metres
Transport width: 1.5 metres
Overallheight: 1.56metres
Overalllength: 2.68 metres
Overall weight of
machine:
Diesel 1276Kg*
1302Kg* (4WD)
LPG 1304Kg*
1330Kg* (4WD)
* With 6 knife fixed head sport 200 units, full fuel
tank, and optional Lighting and Beacon kits
Wheel Track: 1.5 metres
Wheel Base: 1.5 metres
Uncut Circle: 0.66 metres Radius
0.75 metres Radius (4WD)
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4 SPECIFICATIONS
4.4 VIBRATION LEVEL
The machine was tested for whole body and hand/
arm vibration levels. The operator was seated in
the normal operating postion with both hands on the
steering mechanism. The engine was running and
the cutting device was rotating with the machine
stationary.
Standard ISO 5349: 1986 Mechanical vibration.
Guidelines for the measurement and the
assessment of human exposure to hand-
transmittedvibration.
Standard ISO 2631-1: 1985 Evaluation of human
exposure to whole body vibration -- Part 1: General
requirements.
4.5 SLOPES
DO NOT USE ON SLOPES GREATER THAN 15°
The slope 15° was calculated using static stability
measurements according to the requirements of
EN 836.
4.6 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS
Engine oil: Should be to MIL-L-2104C or to
A.P.I. Classification SE/SF/SG
grades. [10W-30]
HydraulicOil: Shell Tellus 46 to ISO VG46, or
equivilant
Grease: Shell Darina R2, or equivilant.
4.7 CUTTING PERFORMANCE
47 cuts per meter at 12 km/hr with 8 knife floating
head units.
65 cuts per meter at 12km/hr with 11 knife floating
head units.
24 cuts per meter at 12 km/hr with 4 knife fixed
head units.
35 cuts per meter at 12 km/hr with 6 knife fixed
head units.
4.8 CUTTING PERFORMANCE (AREA)
2.3 Hectares/hour at 12 km/hr with float head units.
2.3 Hectares/hour at 12 km/hr with fixed head
units.
A 10% allowance is included for normal overlaps
and turning at the end of each cut.
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4 SPECIFICATIONS
4.9 CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES
EC Declaration of Conformity • Déclaration de Conformité CE •
EG Conformiteits-Declaratie • EG-Konformitatsbescheinigung •
Certificato di Conformità CE • EF Konformitetserklæring •
EU Uppfyllandecertifikat • Ilmoitus yhdenmukaisuudesta ey:n sääntöjen kanss •
Declaración de Conformidad de la CE • Declaração de Conformidade da CE
We the undersigned • Nous, soussignés • Wij, ondergetekenden • Wir, die Unterzeichnenden • Noi sottoscritti Undertegnede •
Undertecknarna • Me allekirjoittaneet • Los abajo firmantes • Nós, abaixo assinados
Ransomes Jacobsen Limited
West Road, Ransomes Europark,
Ipswich, England, IP3 9TT
Declare that the machine Described Below • Certifions que la machine suivante • verklaren dat onderstaand beschreven machine •
erklären, dass die nachfolgend beschriebene Maschine • Dichiariamo che la macchina descritta di seguito • Erklærer, at følgende maskine •
Deklarerar att den maskin som beskrivs nedan • vahvistamme, että alla kuvattu kone • Certificamos que la máquina descrita abajo •
declaramos que a máquina a seguir descrita
Make & Type • Nom & Type • Merk & Type • Marke und Typ • Marca e tipo •
Fabrikat og type • Fabrikat & typ • Malli ja tyyppi • Marca y Tipo • Marca & Tipo .............. Ransomes Highway 2130
Category • Modèle •Categorie • Kategorie • Categoria • Kategori • Luokka •
Categoría • Categoria ......................................................................................................... Ride on Cylinder Mower
Series • Série • Serie • Sarja .............................................................................................. WJ, CU, CS, DK
Engine • Motor • Moteur • Motore • Moottori ....................................................................... Kubota / Ford
Type • Typ • Tipo • Tyyppi .................................................................................................. Kubota V1305-E / Ford VSG413
Net Installed Power • Puissance nette • Netto geïnstalleerd vermogen •
installierte Antriebsleistung • Potenza installata netta • Nettoeffekt installere •
Installerad nettoeffekt • Asennettu nettoteho • Potencia instalada neta •
Potência real instalada ....................................................................................................... 25 KW
Cutting Width • Largeur de coupe • Maaibreedte • Schnittbreite •
Larghezza di taglio • Klippebredde • Klippbredd • Leikkuuleveys •
Anchura de corte • Potência real instalada ....................................................................... 214cm
Complies with the provisions of the following European directives and amendments and the regulations transposing it into national law •
Est conforme aux prescriptions des normes, modifications et règles européennes suivantes • voldoet aan de bepalingen van de volgende
Europese Richtlijnen en Amendementen, alsmede aan de verordeningen die deze omzetten in nationale wetgeving • den Bestimmungen der
folgenden Europa-Richtlinien einschließlich aller Änderungen und Ergänzungen sowie den Vorschriften, die diese in das nationale Recht
umsetzen, entspricht • soddisfa quanto previsto dalle seguenti direttive ed emendamenti europei e dalle normative che li riportano in legge
nazionale • Overholder bestemmelserne i følgende EF-direktiver med ændringer og i de forordninger, hvorved de omsættes til national lov •
Uppfyller kraven i följande europeiska direktiv med tillägg och regler transponerade till nationell lagstiftning • täyttää seuraavana mainittujen
Euroopan direktiivien ja muutosten ja säännösten asettamat edellyt
Machinery Safety Directive • Directive de sécurité des machines •
Richtlijn Machineveiligheid • Richtlinie zur Maschinensicherheit •
Direttiva sulla sicurezza del macchinario • Maskinsikkerhedsdirektivet •
Maskinsäkerhetsdirektiv • Koneen turvallisuutta koskeva direktiivi •
Directiva de seguridad de maquinaria • Directiva de segurança de máquinas ................ 98/37/EC
EMC Directive • Directive de compatibilité électromagnétique • EMC Richtlijn •
EMK-Richtlinie • Direttiva EMC • EMC-direktivet • Elektromagnetiskt kompatibilitetsdirektiv •
EMC-direktiivi • Directiva EMC ............................................................................................. 89/336/EC
ROPS Directive • Directive de ROPS • ROPS Richtlijn • ROPS-Richtlinie •
Direttiva ROPS • ROPS-direktivet • ROPS direktiv • ROPS-direktiivi • Directiva ROPS ...... 86/298/EC
Noise in the Environment Directive • Directiv • Richtlijn Milieulawaa •
Richtlinie zum Umgebungslärm • Direttiva sulla rumorosità nell’ambiente •
Støjemissionsdirektivet • Bullerdirektiv • Melu ympäristöä koskevassa direktiivissä •
Directiva sobre ruido en el ambiente • Directiva Ruído no Ambiente ................................ 2000/14/EC
Measured Sound Power Level • Niveau de puissance sonore assuré •
Gegarandeerd geluidsvermogenniveau • Garantierter Schallleistungspege •
Livello di potenza del suono misurato • Målt lydeffektniveau • Uppmätt ljudfraftsnivå •
Mitattu åånitehon taso • Nivel de Potencia Sonora • Nívelde intensidade de som medido .. 99 dB(A) LWA
Guaranteed Sound Power Level • Niveau de puissance sonore assuré •
Gegarandeerd geluidsvermogenniveau • Garantierter Schallleistungspege •
Livello di potenza del suono misurato • Garanteret lydeffektniveau •
Garanterad ljudtrycksnivå • Taattu äänitehon taso • Nivel Garantizado de Potencia Sonora •
Nível garantido de intensidade sonora .............................................................................. 105 dB(A) LWA

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4 SPECIFICATIONS
Conformity Assessment Procedure • Procédure de conformité•évaluation • Conformiteitsbeoordelingsprocedur • Verfahren zur Beurteilung
der Konformität • Procedura di valutazione conformità • Procedure for overensstemmelsesvurdering • Procedur för utvärderande av
uppfyllande • Yhdenmukaisuuden arviointiproseduuri • Procedimiento de evaluación de conformidad • Processo de avaliação de
conformidade
Annex VI, Part 1• Annexe VI, Part 1 • Bijlage VI, Part 1 • Anlage VI, Part 1 • Allegato VI, Part 1 • Anneks VI, Part 1 • Annex VI,
Part 1 • Liite VI, Part 1 • Anexo VI, Part 1 • Anexo VI, Part 1
U.K. Notifiable Body (No.1088) • Institut britannique à notifie(No.1088)r • Britse onderzoeksinstantie (No.1088) • in GB zu informierende
Institution (No.1088) • Ente notificabile Gran Bretagna • (No.1088) • Organ, som skal underrettes (No.1088) • Brittiskt meddelandeorgan
(No.1088) • Ison-Britannian ilmoitusosapuoli (No.1088) • Cuerpo notificable en el Reino Unido (No.1088) • Entidade a notificar no Reino
Unido ( No.1088)
Sound Research Laboratories Limited
Holbrook House, Little Waldingfield
Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 0TH
Operator Ear Noise Level • Bruit au niveau des oreilles de l’opérateur •
Geluidsniveau op oorhoogte bediener • Schallpegel am Ohr des Fahrers •
Livello rumorosità orecchio operatore • Støjniveau ved betjening •
Bullernivå vid operatörens öron • Käyttäjän korvaan kohdistuva äänitaso •
Nivel de ruido en el oido del operari • Nível de ruído nos ouvidos do operador ............... 85.8 dB(A)Leq (98/37/EC)
Complies with the following harmonised standard or technical provisions • est conforme aux normes harmonisées • Voldoet aan de
volgende geharmoniseerde norm of technische bepalingen • Diese Maschine entspricht den folgenden harmonisierten Normen oder
technischen Bestimmungen • Rispetta il seguente standard armonizzato o requisiti tecnici • Overholder følgende harmoniserede
standardbestemmelser eller tekniske bestemmelser • Uppfyller följande harmoniserade standard eller tekniska definitione • täyttää
seuraavat harmonisoidut standardit tai tekniset edellytykset • Cumple con los siguientes estándares de hramonización o provisiones
técnicas • Está em conformidade com a norma harmonizada ou com as provisões técnicas seguintes
Machinery Safety • Sécurité des machines • Machineveiligheid •
Maschinensicherhei • Sicurezza del macchinario • Maskinsikkerhed •
Maskinsäkerhet • Koneen turvallisuus • Seguridad de maquinaria •
Segurança de máquinas .................................................................................................... EN836
Hand Transmitted Vibration • Vibrations transmises aux mains •
Via de hand overgebrachte trilling • Auf das Hand-Arm-System übertragene Schwingungen •
Vibrazione trasmessa dalla mano • Håndoverført vibration •
Handöverförda vibrationer • Käsivälitteinen tärinä • Vibración transmitida a la mano •
Vibrações transmitidas através das mãos........................................................................ ISO5349: 1986
Whole Body Vibration • Vibrations du corps entier • Trilling hele lichaam •
Auf den gesamten Körper übertragene Schwingungen • Vibrazione di tutto il corpo •
Vibration i hele kroppen • Hel kropps vibrationer • Koko kehoon kohdistuva tärinä •
Vibración de todo el cuerpo • Vibração em todo o corpo ................................................. ISO2631-1: 1985
ROPS .................................................................................................................................. OECD Code 4, ROPS Static Test
Keeper of Technical File, Place & Date of Declaration • Lieu & Date de déclaration • Plaats & datum verklaringsaflegging • Ort und Datum
dieser Erklärung • Luogo e data della dichiarazione • Sted og dato for erklæringen • Plats & datum för deklaration • Lausunnon paikka ja
päivämäärä • Lugar y fecha de la declaración • Local e data da declaração
Technical Director
Ransomes Jacobsen Limited
West Road, Ransomes Europark,
Ipswich, England, IP3 9TT
01.09.2004
T Lansdell
Technical Director
Certificate Number • Numéro du certificat • Certificaatnummer • Zertifikat Nummer •
Numero certificato • Certifikatnummer • Certifikat nummer • Sertifikaattinumero •
Número de certificado • Número do Certificado 4117926 (Rev.3)

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5 DECALS
5.1 SAFETY DECALS
A903491 Read Operator's Manual.
A903489 Keep a Safe Distance from the
Machine.
A903492 Stay Clear of Hot Surfaces.
A903488 Do Not Open or Remove Safety
Shields While the Engine is Running.
A903494 Caution Rotating Blades.
A903493 Avoid Fluid Escaping Under Pressure.
Consult Technical Manual for Service
Procedures.
A903490 Do Not Remove Safety Shields While
Engine is Running.
A911410 Danger of Explosion if the Battery
Terminals are Short Circuited.
A911416 Maximum permitable working slope.
A911434 Caution Diesel fuel.
5.2 INSTRUCTION DECALS
1 Speed Limiter Position
2 Centre Cutting Unit Latch
3 Bonnet latch Point
4 Hydraulic Oil Filter
5 Parking Brake On/Off
6 Horn
7 Hydraulic Oil Level
8 Diff Lock Foot Switch
9 Traction Foot Pedal Control
10 Unit Ground Weight Adjustment
11 Throttle Lever
12 Tyre pressure
13 Cylinder Speed Adjustment
14 Cylinder Engage Foot Switch
15 Cylinder Engage Rocker Switch
16 Ignition Switch - Diesel
18 Jacking Points
19 Hydraulic Oil Tank
20 Diesel Fuel Tank
22 Lift Points

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6 CONTROLS
6.1 STARTER KEY SWITCH
The starter key (A) should be turned anti-clockwise to the
'pre-heat'(No.2)position(Dieselonly)toheattheglowplugs
when the green warning lamp goes out on warning lamp
displymoduleturnthestarterkeyclockwisetothe'start'(No.
3)positiontostarttheengine.Afterstarting,thekeyshould
bereleased andallowedto returnautomaticallyto the'on'
(No. 1) position for normal running.
6.2 THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER
Thelever (B) shouldbemoved away fromtheoperatorto
increase the engine speed and towards the operator to
decreasetheenginespeed.
NOTE: Engine should be used at full speed.
6.4 TRACTION FOOT PEDAL
To move the machine forward press the front of the foot
pedal (A). To reverse depress the rear of the foot pedal.
When the pedal is released it will return to its neutral
position.
6.5 SPEED LIMITER
The speed limiter (B) is operated by sliding the black
knob to the right or left. When slid to the right the
machine is limited to cutting speed, when slid to the left,
transportspeed is available. In transport mode, reverse
isnot available.
IMPORTANT: To enable mow engage the speed
limiter must be in the cutting speed position. If
cutting units are rotating, moving the speed liniter
between the mow and transport positions will
engage and disengage cylinder rotation.
6.3 STEERING WHEEL RAKE ADJUSTMENT
The steering wheel is adjustable for rake. The clamping
release knob (A) is situated on the side of the control
consoleontherighthandside. Toadjustturntheclamping
knobanticlockwisetoreleaseandpivotthesteeringwheel
backwardsandforwardstoobtaindesiredsettingthenlock
in position by turning clamping knob clockwise.

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6 CONTROLS
6.6 TRANSPORT LATCHES
When transporting the machine ensure the cutting
units are raised and the transport latches (A) are
engaged.
6.7 PARKING BRAKES
The parking brake (B) is engaged when the lever is
moved toward the operator. The brake is fitted with
a micro switch that sensors brake position. The
brake must be applied to start the machine, and
when stopping and leaving the seat.
CAUTION:- The parking brake must not be
applied whilst the vehicle is moving.
6.8 HYDRAULIC LIFT LEVERS
The cutting units can be raised and lowered by three
controllevers(A)situatedontherighthandsideofthe
operators seat and can be operated as follows:
Centre lever controls Rear Unit No. 1
Right hand lever controls R.H. Unit No. 2
Left hand lever controls L.H. Unit No. 3
NOTE: If any unit is raised out of work then lowered
intoworkagainthecylinderwillnotrotateuntilthemow
foot switch is depressed.
Tolift:Movethelever(s)upwardsandholdinposition
until the units are at the required height.
To lower: Move the lever(s) fully downwards and
release,theunit(s)willlowertogroundlevel.DONOT
hold lever in down position.
NOTE: The units will only lift and lower when the
engine is running.
IMPORTANT: If, when cutting, a lift control lever is
accidentlypulledup,thecuttingunitswillnotfloatover
groundundulationsuntiltheleverispushedfullydown
and allowed to return to neutral again.
6.9 UNIT COUNTERBALANCE CONTROL
Cutting unit ground pressure can be varied within
preset limits and is controlled by the handwheel (B)
on the right hand side of the operator's seat located
next to the lift/lower levers. The handwheel is
turned clockwise to reduce the groundweight of the
cutting unit, improving slope climbing ability.
The handwheel is turned anti clockwise to increase
the ground weight of the unit. Increased down
pressure will reduce the likelyhood of cutting unit
bounce when cutting undulating ground. When
cutting level ground the normal setting is midway
way between the maximum and minimum positions.

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6 CONTROLS
6.10 CUTTING UNIT SWITCHES
To commence cutting ensure speed limiter is in
mow position and the cylinders have been lowered
Push bottom of the rocker switch (N) and depress
foot switch (B) Push top of rocker switch to stop
cutter unit rotation. (Cutting units stop rotating
automatically when raised.)
NOTE: The backlapping lever must be in the
drive position before cylinders wil rotate.
6.11 VARIABLE CYLINDER SPEED
The speed of rotation of the cutting cylinders is
adjustablebymeansofthehandwheel(A)situatedon
the left hand side of the operator. Cylinder speed
shouldbesettomaximuminnormalcuttingconditions.
Inverylonggrowthconditions,cylinderspeedshould
bereducedtoobtainbestfinish,cylinderspeedshould
alsobereducedwhencutting very short, dry grass to
prevent excesive cylinder and bottom blade wear.
Rotatethehandwheelclockwisetoincreasecylinder
speed, anticlockwise to decrease cylinder speed.
6.12 BACKLAPPINGLEVER
The lever (B) sets cutting cylinder rotational direc-
tion with three positions:
(a) fully towards the seat for mowing, (b) fully away
from the seat for backlapping and (c) set in the mid
position for neutral. See the separate cutting unit
operator's manual for an explanation of the
backlapping procedure.

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6.13 DIFF LOCK CONTROL
The Diff lock (A) is operated by depressing the foot
switch. When the foot switch is released the Diff
Lock ceases to operate. The Diff Lock should only
be used in severe situations, and should never be
used on tarmac or whilst steering
6.14 INSTRUMENT PANEL
A. ENGINE PREHEAT INDICATOR LAMP
DIESEL ONLY
Colour green, on when the ignition switch is turned
clockwise to the pre-heat position. Once the lamp
goes out the engine can be started.
B. ENGINE TEMPERATURE GUAGE
Indicates current temparature of engine, whilst
running.
C. ENGINE OVERHEAT WARNING LAMP
Colour red, on when the engine temperature reaches
a preset level. If the lamp comes on and a warning
horn is sounded bring to machine to a stop,
disengage the cutting cylinders, apply the parking
brake and allow the engine to cool by running the
engine at half speed for two minutes before
stopping and investigating the cause.
D. CHARGING WARNING LAMP
Colour red, on when ignition is switched on and will go
out when the engine is started. If the light comes on
while the engine is running, the fan belt may be slipping
or broken or a fault in the electrical system is indicated
andshouldbe investigated. STOP IMMEDIATELY.
E. ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP
Colour red, on when the ignition is switched on, and will
go out once the engine has started. If the light comes on
while the engine is running - STOP IMMEDIATELY as
this indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
Check the level of oil in the sump and top up as
necessary. Check the oil pressure sender switch.
Continuedoperationmaycauseextensivedamageto
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F. ROTATING BEACON
Press the bottom half of the switch to activate the
flashing beacon. (Where fitted)
G. HEAD LIGHT/SIDE LIGHT
Depress the bottom half of the switch to turn on the
headlights and sidelights. (Where fitted)
H. DIRECTIONAL INDICATORS
Depress left hand-side of switch to signal left, and
right hand-side of switch to signal right. (Where
fitted)
I. HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS.
Press the top half of the switch to turn on the
hazard warning lights. (Where fitted)
J. BLOCKED HYDRAULIC FILTER
INDICATOR.
Monitors Hyd filter condition. Colured red,
Illuminates prior to filter bypass valve operating,
when illuminated filter requires changing. The lamp
should illuminated while the engine is preheating as
a test. It is not unusual for the lamp to stay light for
up to 3 minutes after a very cold start. But should
not stay on for longer than 5 minutes.
K. HOURMETER
Located on the lefthand side of the steering tower,
above the parking brake . Records engine running
hours.
L. FUEL GUAGE
Located to the left of the engine temparature
guage. Monitors fuel level.
M. HORN
Press button to sound horn.

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7 OPERATION
7.1 DAILY INSPECTION
1. Perform a visual inspection of the entire unit, look for signs of wear, lose hardwear and missing or
damaged components. Check for fuel and oil leaks to ensure connections are tight and hoses and
tubes are in good condition.
2. Check the fuel supply, radiator coolant level, crankcase oil level and air cleaner indicator. All fluids
must be at the full mark with the engine cold.
3. Make sure all cutting units are adjusted to the same height of cut.
4. Check all tyres for proper inflation.
5. Test the operator presence and safety interlock system.
The daily inspection should be performed
only when the engine is off and all fluids
are cold. Lower implements to the
ground, engage parking brake, stop
engine and remove ignition key.
CAUTION

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7 OPERATION
7.2 OPERATOR PRESENCE AND SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
1. The operator presence & safety interlock system prevents the engine from starting unless the
parking brake is engaged, the traction pedal is in neutral, the mowing device is off and the operator
is not in the seat. The system also stops the engine if the operator leaves the seat with the mowing
device engaged or the traction pedal out of neutral.
2. Perform each of the following tests to ensure the operator presence & safety interlock system is
functioning properly. Stop the test and have the system inspected and repaired if any of the tests
fail as listed below:
• The engine does start in test 1;
• The engine does not start during tests 2,3 or 4;
• The engine continues to run during test 5.
3. Refer to the chart below for each test and follow the check tick marks across the chart. Shut engine
off between each test.
Test1: Represents normal starting procedure. The operator is seated, parking brake is
engaged, the operators feet are off the pedals and the mower engagement device is off. The
engine should start.
Test 2: The engine must not start if the mower engage device is on.
Test 3: The engine must not start if the operator is not seated.
Test 4: The engine must not start if the traction pedal is depressed.
Test 5: Start the engine in the normal manner, push speed governor into Cut position, engage
mower switch on dash, engage cutting cylinders by depressing foot switch and lift your
weight off the seat.
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