Textron Ransomes Jacobsen HR3806 Series Guide

RJ 100 / 012004
24686G-DK (rev.0)
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Safety and Operation Manual
Sikkerheds og Instruktionsbog
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

©2004, Ransomes Jacobsen Limited. All Rights Reserved

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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.
Beforeattemptingtooperate this machine, ALL operators MUST read through this manual andmake
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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This safety symbol indicates important safety
messages in this manual. When you see this
symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury, carefully
readthe messagethatfollows,andinform other
operators.
3.1 OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
• Ensure that the instructions in this book are
readandfullyunderstood.
• Nopersonshould 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
occurringtoother peopleortheirproperty.
• 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
footwearandlong trousers. Donotoperate
theequipmentwhenbarefootorwearing
opensandals.
• Checkthegrasscatcherfrequentlyforwear
ordeterioration. After strikingaforeign
object, Inspect thelawnmowerfor damage
andmakerepairsbeforerestartingand
operatingtheequipment.
• Ifthe machine startstovibrate abnormally,
check immediately.
3.5 TRANSPORTING
• Ensure that the cutting units are securely
fastened in the transport position. Do not
transportwithcuttingmechanismrotating.
• Drivethemachinewithdueconsiderationof
roadand surfaceconditions,inclines and
localundulations.
• Suddendeceleratingorbrakingcancause
the rear wheels to lift.
• Remember that the stability of the rear of
the machine is reduced as the fuel is used.

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3.6 LEAVINGTHEDRIVINGPOSITION
• Parkthemachineonlevelground.
• Beforeleavingthedrivingposition,stopthe
engineandmakesureallmoving partsare
stationary. Apply brakes and disengage all
drives.Removethestarterkey.
3.7 SLOPES
TAKEEXTRACAREWHENWORKINGON
SLOPES
• Localundulationsand sinkage will change the
generalslope.Avoidgroundconditionswhich
can cause the machine to slide.
• Keep machine speeds low on slopes and
duringtight turns.
• Suddendeceleratingorbrakingcancausethe
rear wheels to lift. Remember there is no
such thing as a “safe” slope.
• Travelongrassslopesrequiresparticular
care.
DONOTUSEONSLOPESGREATERTHAN15°
IMPORTANT: When working on any slope set the
weight transfer, if fitted to its maximum (+) setting.
3.8 BLOCKEDCUTTINGDECKS
• Stoptheengine and make sure all moving
partsarestationary.
• Applybrakesanddisengagealldrives.
• Release blockages with care. Keep all parts
of the body away from the cutting edge.
Bewareofenergyinthedrivewhichcan
causerotation when the blockage is released.
• Keepother people away from thecutting units
as rotation of one cylinder can cause the
others to rotate.
3.9 ADJUSTMENTS,LUBRICATIONAND
MAINTENANCE
• Stoptheengine and make sure all moving
partsarestationary.
• Applybrakesanddisengagealldrives.
• Readalltheappropriateservicinginstructions.
• Use only the replacement parts supplied by
theoriginalmanufacturer.
• Makesure that other people are not touching
any cutting units, as rotation of one unit can
cause the others to rotate.
• Toreducethefirehazard,keeptheengine,
silencerandbatterycompartmentsfreeof
grass,leavesorexcessivegrease.
• Replacewornordamagedpartsforsafety.
• Whenworkingunderneathliftedpartsor
machines,make sureadequatesupportIs
provided.
• Do not dismantle the machine without
releasingorrestrainingforceswhichcan
causepartstomovesuddenly.
• Donotalterenginespeedabovemaximum
quoted in Engine Specification. Do not
changetheenginegovernorsettingsor
overspeedtheengine. Operatingtheengine
at excessive speed may increase the hazard
ofpersonalinjury.
• Whenrefuelling,STOPTHEENGINE,DO
NOTSMOKE. Addfuelbefore startingthe
engine,neveraddfuelwhiletheengineis
running.
• Usea funnelwhenpouring fuel fromacan into
the tank.
• Do not fill the fuel tank beyond the bottom of
the filler neck.
• Replace all fuel tank and container caps
securely.
• Storefuel in containers specificallydesigned
forthispurpose.
• Refueloutdoorsonly and do not smoke while
refuelling.
• If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
enginebutmovethemachineawayfromthe
areaofspillageandavoidcreatinganysource
ofignitionuntilfuelvapourshavedissipated.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
• Neverstoretheequipmentwithfuelinthe
tankinside a building where fumes may reach
anopen flame or spark.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should
bedoneoutdoors.
• Do not spill fuel onto hot components.
• Whenservicingbatteries,DONOT SMOKE,
and keep naked lights away.
• Do not place any metal objects across the
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Hydraulic Fluid escaping under pressure
can penetrate skin and do serious
damage. Immediate medical assistance
mustbesought.
WARNING
Batteries produce explosive gases and
contain corrosive acid and supply levels
of electrical current high enough to
causeburns.
WARNING
DONOTUSEONSLOPESGREATERTHAN15°
WARNING
3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER-Indicatesanimminentlyhazardous
situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death
orseriousinjury.
WARNING-Indicatesapotentiallyhazardous
situationwhich,ifnot avoided, COULD result in
deathor seriousinjury.
CAUTION-Indicatesapotentiallyhazardous
situationwhich,if not avoided, MAY result in minor
ormoderate 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.
California Proposition 65
EngineExhaust,someofitsconstituents,
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
Before releasing transport latches it is
important that all cutting units are fully
raised.
1. Park the machine on level ground.
2. With the engine running at operating
speed raise the cutting units to their
maximum position by operating lift
levers whilst seated in the driving
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 released.
WARNING

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4 SPECIFICATIONS
4.1 ENGINESPECIFICATION
TYPE: Kubota 28KW @ 3000 RPM, 4
cylinder(inline)verticalDiesel
engine,4 stroke, water cooled,
1498cc with 12V electric start.
Model: V1505-BBS-EC-1
MaximumSpeed: 3000 ± 50RPM(Noload)
IdleSpeed: 1500+100/-0RPM
Oil Sump Capacity:6 litres
Fuel: No.2-DDieselfuel(ASTMD975)
4.2 MACHINESPECIFICATION
Frameconstruction:Heavydutyformedsteelchassis
with box section frame rails.
Cuttingunitdrive: Fixeddisplacementhydraulic
motors coupled to cutting means
throughdrivebelt.
Transmission: Fulltime 4-wheel drive. Direct
coupledvariabledisplacement
pump to direct coupled 280cc
front,237ccrearwheelmotors.
Speeds:
Cutting: 0 - 12km/h FORWARD
Transport: 0 - 22km/h FORWARD
Reverse: 0 - 12km/h
Steering: Hydrostaticpowersteering,with
adjustabletilt steering wheel.
Groundpressure: 1 kg/cm2
Brakes, Service: Positivehydrostaticbraking.
Parking: Fail safe, Oil immersed wet disc
brakes.
FuelTank
Capacity: 45.4 litres
HydraulicTank
Capacity: 18.8 litres
Battery: Exide065
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4.3 DIMENSIONS
Width of cut: 1.52meter
1.60meter
1.80meter
Overallwidth(transport)
1.52metreRearDischargeDeck1.56meters
1.60meter Side Discharge Deck
Chutedown 1.92meters
Chuteup 1.75meters
1.82meter Side Discharge Deck
Chutedown 2.16meters
Chuteup 1.88meters
1.82meter rearDischargeDeck 1.86meters
Overallheight: 1.35metres
Overalllengthofmachinewith:
1.52meterDeck 3.14meters
1.60 meter Deck 3.19meters
1.82 meter Deck 3.26meters
Overallweightofmachinewith:
1.52meterDeck 1240kg
1.60 meter Deck 1266kg
1.82 meter Deck 1311kg

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steeringmechanism. Theenginewasrunningand
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stationary.
StandardISO 5349: 1986Mechanicalvibration.
Guidelinesforthemeasurementandthe
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StandardISO2631-1:1985Evaluationofhuman
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4.5 SLOPES
DONOTUSEONSLOPESGREATERTHAN15°
The slope 15° was calculated using static stability
measurementsaccordingtotherequirementsof
EN836.
4.6 RECOMMENDEDLUBRICANTS
Engineoil: ShouldbetoMIL-L-2104Corto
A.P.I.ClassificationCDgrades.
[10W-30]
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04-W01EAS
)F°23(C°0WOLEBW01EASro03-W01EAS 04-W01EAS
HydraulicOil: ShellTellus46
Grease: ShellDarinaR2,orequivalent.
4.7 CUTTINGPERFORMANCE(AREA)
152cmModel:
1.44 hectares/hr. at 12 km/hr.
160cmModel:
1.52 hectares/hr. at 12 km/hr.
182cmModel:
1.73 hectares/hr. at 12 km/hr.
10%allowanceisincludedfornormaloverlapsand
turning at the end of each cut.
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4.8 CONFORMITYCERTIFICATES
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 HR3806
Category • Modèle •Categorie • Kategorie • Categoria • Kategori • Luokka •
Categoría • Categoria ......................................................................................................... Ride on Rotary Mower
Series • Série • Serie • Sarja .............................................................................................. DZ
Engine • Motor • Moteur • Motore • Moottori ....................................................................... Kubota
Type • Typ • Tipo • Tyyppi .................................................................................................. V1505-E
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 ....................................................................................................... 28 KW
Cutting Width • Largeur de coupe • Maaibreedte • Schnittbreite •
Larghezza di taglio • Klippebredde • Klippbredd • Leikkuuleveys •
Anchura de corte • Potência real instalada ....................................................................... 152cm - 182cm
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 .. 104 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

GB-10
RANSOMES HR3806 Series: DZ
SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
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 ............... 87.8 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
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 4132834 (Rev.1)
4 SPECIFICATIONS

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SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
5 DECALS
5.1 SAFETYDECALS
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.
A903496 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 CautionDieselFuel
2000643 Blade bolt installation. Fit conical washer as
shown. See manual.
009239810 See Above. Where relevant and -
Hydraulic oil: See manual.
Fire Hazard: Remove debris from under seat
plate and in engine compartment.
Service/Maintenance: Stop engine, remove
key and spark plug before performing service
or maintenance.
5.2 INSTRUCTIONDECALS
Description
A. DieselFuel
B. HydraulicOil
C. JackingPoint
D. SpeedLimiterPosition
E. Fwd./RevTractionPedal
F. CutterEngage
G. HydraulicOil Filter
H. ParkingBrake
I. Diff Lock Foot Switch
K. Pressure:HydraulicOil
L. MaximumSoundPowerLevel
M. EngineRev's
N. AirFilter End Cap Upright Decal
O. VariousSafetyandLift/LowerDeck
Control.
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RANSOMES HR3806 Series: DZ
SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
6 CONTROLS
6.1 STARTERKEYSWITCH
The starter key (A) should be turned clockwise to
the'pre-heat' (No.2)positiontoheat theglowplugs
whenthegreenwarninglampgoesout,onwarning
lamp display module, turn the starter key clockwise
to the 'start' (No. 3) position to start the engine. After
starting, the key should be released and allowed to
returnautomaticallytothe 'on' (No. 1) position for
normalrunning.
6.2 THROTTLECONTROLLEVER
Thelever(B)shouldbemovedawayfromthe
operatortoincreasetheenginespeedandtowards
theoperatortodecreasethe enginespeed.
NOTE: Engine should be used atfull speed.
6.3 STEERINGWHEELRAKEADJUSTMENT
Thesteering wheel isadjustablefor rake. The
clamping release knob (A) is situated on the side of
the control console on the left hand side. To adjust
turn the clamping knob anticlockwise to release and
pivotthesteeringwheelbackwardsandforwardsto
obtain desired setting then lock in position by
turningclamping knob clockwise.
6.4 TRACTIONFOOTPEDAL
Tomovethemachineforwardpressthefrontofthe
footpedal(A).Toreversedepresstherearofthefoot
pedal. When the pedal is released it will return to its
neutralposition.
6.5 SPEEDLIMITER
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 isavailable.Intransportmode,
reverseisnotavailable.
IMPORTANT: To enable mow engage the speed
limiter must be in the cutting speed position. If
cutting units are rotating, moving the speed limiter
between the mow and transport positions will
engage and disengage cylinder rotation.
A
A
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SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
6 CONTROLS
6.6 PARKINGBRAKE
Theparkingbrake(B)is engagedwhentheleveris
movedtowardtheoperator.Thebrakeisfittedwitha
micro switch that senses brake position. The brake
must be applied to start the machine, and when
stoppingandleavingtheseat.
CAUTION:- The parking brake must not be
applied whilst the vehicle is moving
6.7 DIFFLOCKCONTROL
TheDiff lock (A) is operated bydepressingthe foot
switch. When the foot switch is released the Diff
Lock ceases to operate. The Diff Lock should only
beusedin severesituations,andshouldneverbe
used on hard sufaces, in transport mode or whilst
steering.
B

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SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
6 CONTROLS
6.8 HYDRAULICLIFTLEVERS
The cutting unit can be raised and lowered by
controllever(A) situated on the right hand sideof
theoperatorsseat and can be operated as follows:
NOTE:Iftheunitisraisedoutofworkthenloweredinto
workagain the blade will not rotate untilthemow foot
switch is depressed.
Tolift: Move the lever backwards andholdinposition
until the unit is at the required height.
Tolower:Movetheleverfullyforwardsandrelease,the
unit will lower to ground level. DO NOT hold lever in
forwardposition.
NOTE:Theunitwillonlyliftandlowerwhentheengine
isrunning.
IMPORTANT: If, when cutting, the lift control lever is
accidentally pulled back, the cutting unit will not float
overgroundundulationsuntiltheleverispushedfully
forwardandallowedtoreturntoneutralagain.
6.9 CUTTINGUNITSWITCHES
To commence cutting ensure speed limiter is in
mowposition and theunitshavebeen lowered.
Push bottom of the rocker switch (G) and depress
foot switch (A) Push top of rocker switch to stop
cutter unit rotation. (Cutting unit stop rotating
automaticallywhenraised.)

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SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
6 CONTROLS
6.10 INSTRUMENTPANEL
A. ENGINEPREHEATINDICATORLAMP
Colourgreen,onwhen the ignition switch is turned
clockwise to the pre-heat position. Once the lamp
goes out the engine can be started.
B. ENGINETEMPERATUREGAUGE
Indicatescurrenttemperatureofengine,whilst
running.
C. HYDRAULICOILWARNINGLAMP
Colourred,onwhenthehydraulicoiltemperature
reaches a preset level. If the lamp comes on bring
the machine to a stop, disengage the cutting units,
apply the parking brake and stop the engine. The
lamp will also turn on when the charge filter is
blocked.
D. CHARGINGWARNINGLAMP
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 and should be investigated. STOP
IMMEDIATELY.
E. ENGINEOILPRESSUREWARNINGLAMP
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
pressuresenderswitch. Continuedoperationmay
causeextensivedamage totheengine.
F. FUELGAUGE
Locatedtotheleft oftheenginetemperaturegauge.
Monitorsfuellevel.
G: PTO SWITCH
Tocommence cuttingensurethe deckshavebeen
lowered Push bottom of the rocker switch (A) and
depress foot switch. Push top of rocker switch to
stop cutter unit rotation. (Cutting units stop rotating
automaticallywhenraised.)
H: HEADLIGHTSWITCH
(Optionalequipment)-Pushswitchhalfwayfor
runninglights.Pushdown fullyforheadlights
I: HAZARDLIGHTSSWITCH
(Optionalequipment)-Pushdownforflashinghazard
lights.
J: TURNSIGNALLIGHTSSWITCH
(Optionalequipment)-rotateswitchhandle
counterclockwise for L.H. turn and clockwise for a
R.H.turn.
K: HORN
(Optionalequipment) press switchtooperate the
horn.
L: ROTATINGBEACON
(Optionalequipment) Press the bottom half ofthe
switchtoactivatetheflashing beacon.

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SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
6 CONTROLS
6.12 HORN
Thehornisanaudiblealarmforthefollowing
situations:
a) Horn(A) sounds continuously-this indicates a
highenginecoolanttemperaturecondition.Ifthis
occurs,turnoff the engine immediately and
resolvetheproblem.
b) Horn (A) sounds intermittently-this indicates a
low engine oil pressure condition. If this occurs,
turnofftheengineimmediatelyandresolvethe
problem.
6.13 BONNETRELEASEKEY
Release bonnet by inserting key (A) into base of the
latchbracketand lever the rubber strap out of the
base.
6.11 HOURMETER
Located on the left hand side of the steering tower,
abovetheparkingbrake.(A)Recordsenginerunning
hours. A

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SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
7 OPERATION
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
7.2TRAILERTIEDOWNSFORREAR.
Twotiedownloopsareprovidedontherearbumper
to enable the machine to be securely attached to a
trailerfortransportation. A
.
7.1DAILYINSPECTION
1. Performavisual inspection of the entire unit,look for signs of wear, losehardware and missing or
damaged components. Check for fuel and oil leaks to ensure connections are tight and hoses and
tubesarein 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. Removeallgrassdebrisfromthemachine.
4. Make sure all cutting units are adjusted to the same height of cut.
5. Checkall tyresforproper inflation.
6. Test the operator presence and safety interlock system.
7. RemoveallgrassdebrisfromthePre-Cleaner.

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SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
7 OPERATION
Never operate the equipment with the
operator presence & safety interlock
system disengaged or malfunctioning. Do
notdisconnector bypassany switch.
WARNING
7.3 OPERATORPRESENCEANDSAFETYINTERLOCKSYSTEM
1. Theoperator presence & safety interlock system prevents the engine from starting unless the parking
brake is engaged, the mowing device is off and the operator is in the seat. The system also stops
theengine if the operatorleavestheseat with the mowingdeviceengagedor the park brakenot
appliedortheemergencybrakevalveleverisoperated.
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 fai
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as listed below:
• The engine does start in test 1;
• The engine does not start during tests 2,3;
• The engine continues to run during test 4.
3. Refer to the chart below for each test and follow the check tick marks across the chart. Shut engine
offbetweeneachtest.
Test1: Representsnormal startingprocedure. Theoperator isseated,parking brakeis
engaged,theoperatorsfeetareoffthepedalsandthemowerengagementdeviceisoff. The
engineshouldstart.
Test 2: The engine must not start if the mower engage device is on.
Test 3: The engine must not start if the park brake is not applied.
Test 4: Startthe enginein thenormalmanner, pushspeedgovernor intoCut position,engage
mower switch on dash, engage cutting blades by depressing foot switch and lift your
weightoffthe seat.
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