Jacobsen R311T-T4F, Safety, Operation And Maintenance Manual

Page 1: ... 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 4280331 GB Rev A Safety Operation and Maintenance Manual RJL 100 August 2014 GB United Kingdom ...

Page 2: ... 6 Fuel System 49 9 7 Battery 50 9 8 Charge the battery 51 9 9 Engine Exhaust 51 9 10 Diesel Particulate Filter 52 9 11 Hydraulic Hoses 53 9 12 Hydraulic Fluid 54 9 13 Hydraulic Filter 54 9 14 Tires 54 9 15 Wheel Mounting Procedure 55 9 16 Radiator 55 9 17 Folding ROPS 56 9 18 Inspecting Blades 57 9 19 Sharpening Blades 57 9 20 Electrical System 58 9 21 Care and Cleaning 60 9 22 Mower Storage 61 A...

Page 3: ...h the mower You must use the mower to cut the grass and not for any other purpose Compliance with the conditions or operation service and repair specified by the manufacturer are understood to be part of the correct use ALL operators MUST read through this manual and understand the Safety Instructions controls lubrication and maintenance procedures Make sure that you obey all safety and road traff...

Page 4: ...e front of the mower Label shows the engine group and serial number The engine serial number is also found on the engine block 2 3 SERIAL NUMBERS ________________________________________________________ Record the mower and engine numbers shown below Mower Number _________________________ Engine Number __________________________ 11524WILMAR BLVD CHARLOTTE NC 28273 kg kW 1 800 848 1636 US PRODUCT O...

Page 5: ...se all of the necessary lifting equipment Use the correct tools and Personal Protective Equipment PPE and take instruction from the technical manuals applicable to the mower Remove and keep correctly 1 Batteries 2 Fuel 3 Engine coolant 4 Oils Disassemble the structure of the mower and refer to the technical manuals Give attention to parts that have mechanical pressure or tension applied to the par...

Page 6: ... not disconnect or prevent the operation of any switch c Never operate equipment that is not in correct order or without decals guards shields deflectors or other protective devices fastened d Inspect the mower before you operate the mower Check the tire pressure engine oil level the radiator coolant level and the air cleaner indicator Fuel is flammable Use caution when you add the fuel to the mow...

Page 7: ...ble g When you drive in the reverse direction look behind you and down to make sure the path is clear Do not operate the cutting units when you drive in the reverse direction h Use caution when you go near corners trees or other objects that can prevent a clear view i Equipment must meet the current regulations to be driven on the public roads j Before you move across or operate on the paths or ro...

Page 8: ...ainers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer with a plastic liner Always put the fuel container on the ground away from your vehicle before you fill the container e Refuel the mower before you start the engine When the engine is in operation or while the engine is hot never remove the fuel cap or add fuel to the mower f Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke when you add fuel Extinguish all typ...

Page 9: ...can have enough force to enter your skin If hydraulic fluid has entered your skin a doctor must remove the hydraulic fluid surgically within a few hours or gangrene can occur o When you service the hydraulic system make sure the hydraulic fittings tubes and hoses are tightened to the correct torque Make sure the hydraulic system is in good condition before you start the engine p Keep the mower and...

Page 10: ...aler knows the current methods to service this equipment WARNING The Interlock System on this mower prevents the operation of the mower unless a The parking brake switch is in the ON position b The PTO switch is in the OFF position c The cruise control switch is in the OFF position and D The traction pedal is in the Neutral position The system will stop the engine if the operator leaves the seat w...

Page 11: ...stem Turbocharged Gross Intermittent Power 65 2hp 48 6 kW 2700 rpm Torque 146 4 ft Lb 198 5 Nm 1600 rpm Maximum Speed 2950 50 rpm No Load Low Idle 1000 50 rpm No Load Rotation Counter clockwise viewed at flywheel Fuel 2 ultra low sulfur Diesel fuel Injection Pump Bosch MD type mini pump Engine Oil API Class CJ 4 Oil Pan Capacity 2 51 gallons 9 5 l Starter 12 Volt 2 kW Alternator 12 Volt 45 Amp Dry...

Page 12: ...Wheel Base 67 8 inch 172 2 cm J Front Wheel Track 49 5 inch 125 7 cm K Rear Wheel Track 49 6 inch 126 0 cm L Maximum Height Canopy 89 inch 226 1 cm Maximum Height Cab Installed TBD Weight of unit hydraulic and fuel tanks filled decks lifted 4150 lb 1882 kg Weight of unit hydraulic tank full fuel tank empty decks lifted 4028 lb 1827 kg Weight of unit hydraulic and fuel tanks filled decks lifted cab...

Page 13: ...SPECIFICATIONS 4 12 A K B J H C F D G E L ...

Page 14: ...d direction 2WD in the reverse direction Variable displacement hydraulic pump to 17 1 in3 280 cc front wheel motors and 11 9 in3 195 cc rear wheel motors Cutting Unit Drive 1 01 in3 16 55 cc hydraulic motors connected to the cutting unit Mow Speed 0 7 8 mph 0 12 5 kph Transport Speed 0 14 9 mph 0 24 kph Reverse Speed 0 6 mph 0 9 6 kph R311T Cutting Performance 10 3 acres hr 4 17 hectares hr 7 7 mp...

Page 15: ...d Arm Standards BS EN ISO 5349 1 2001 BS EN ISO 5349 2 2001 The mower was tested for Whole Body vibration levels The operator was in the normal position to drive the vehicle with two hands on the steering mechanism The cutting device was in rotation with the mower driven in a straight line at 6 Km hr on a level and cut lawn The Machinery Safety Directive 2006 42 EC By compliance to Whole Body EN10...

Page 16: ...es SG SF CC CD GreensCare 68 and GreensCare 68 Plus are alternative fluids Grease Texaco Starplex 2EP Moly NLGI Grade 2 EP Lithium Complex Grease containing Molybdenum Disulfide or equivalent R311T Blade Length 22 87 in 58 1 cm Number of blades 7 Height of cut 1 to 5 1 2 in 2 54 to 13 97 cm Height of cut adjustment 1 2 in 1 3 cm increments using clevis pin in various mounting positions Blade Tip S...

Page 17: ..._______________________________________________ Product number 68127 4 9 2 MULCHER KIT ____________________________________________________________ Product Number 69174 4 9 3 REPLACEMENT BLADES ___________________________________________________ Left Hand Blade 4186581 Right Hand Blade 4186582 Right Hand Blade Left Hand Blade ...

Page 18: ...9 6 CAREFREE TIRE KIT_______________________________________________________ Kit number 2811453 Individual Tire Replacement 2811454 4 10 SUPPORT LITERATURE ____________________________________________________ Contact your Jacobsen Dealer for a complete listing of literature available for your mower Safety Operation Maintenance Manual 4280331 Mower Parts Manual 4280334 Engine Parts Manual 4290893 S...

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Page 23: ...operation keep persons and animals away DANGER To prevent injury while you do work on the battery 1 Connect the negative BLACK wire after the positive RED wire Remove the negative BLACK wire before the positive RED wire 2 Keep sparks and flames away from the battery Prevent the contact with the battery acid To prevent injury while you attach the jumper cables to the battery 1 Connect the positive ...

Page 24: ...0 F 66 C WARNING Do not use the mower for towing WARNING Always use the seat belt with the ROPS frame in the vertical and locked position WARNING Always use the seat belt with the ROPS frame in the vertical and locked position Never use the seat belt with the ROPS in the folded position Read the Manual 4199140 4205183 5002952 ...

Page 25: ...ower is in operation keep persons and animals away Do not use on the slopes greater than 16 5 WARNING To connect the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive cable to the positive remote terminal first 2 Connect the negative cable to the negative remote terminal last To disconnect the jumper cables 1 Disconnect the negative cable first 2 Disconnect the positive cable last WARNING Use caution when you ...

Page 26: ... the manual for more information Without the seat platform fastened the seat can tilt suddenly when you make a sudden change in direction when you operate on the slopes or when the mower is over turning NOTICE DO NOT USE THE START ASSIST FLUIDS Start assist fluids in the air intake system can be explosive or cause an engine condition that is not controlled and can cause engine damage 4181863 42391...

Page 27: ...the transport latches engaged with the wing mowers lifted 5 2 INSTRUCTION DECALS ____________________________________________________ Wing Transport Latch Cable Horn Symbol NOTICE Do NOT fold this ROPS if a canopy is attached Damage to the mower hood could result WARNING This structure s proctective capability may be impaired by structural damage overturn or alteration If any of these conditions o...

Page 28: ...to maintain the boil over rust and corrosion protection Drain and discard coolant yearly Read manual for additional instructions THIS RADIATOR CONTAINS ANTI FREEZE PROTECTED TO 26 F 32 C 363995 1 0 3 0 5 0 2 5 4 5 5 5 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 1 5 2 5 3 5 4 5 5 5 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 3 4 A A A A A B B B B B 1 0 1 5 2 0 2 5 3 0 3 5 4 0 4 5 5 0 5 5 3002676 A B X X 3008521 ...

Page 29: ...DECALS 5 28 Weight Transfer Guaranteed Sound Power Level Control Panel 4192000 Increase Decrease 105dB LWA ...

Page 30: ...6 CONTROLS 29 6Controls 6 1 OPERATOR COMPARTMENT________________________________________________ 6 2 6 3 6 4 6 5 6 6 6 7 6 7 ...

Page 31: ...NTROLS 6 30 6 2 CONTROL PANEL _________________________________________________________ 6 2 10 6 2 1 6 2 7 6 2 8 6 2 9 6 2 3 6 2 15 6 2 14 6 2 11 6 2 12 6 2 13 6 2 17 6 2 16 6 2 2 P E F 6 2 4 6 2 5 6 2 6 ...

Page 32: ...ing brake move the orange lock toward front of mower and press the front of the switch Parking brake light on combination gauge See 6 2 17 will turn on Operation of the cutting units operation is disabled with the parking brake engaged To disengage parking brake press the rear part the switch The parking brake light will turn off NOTE Engine will not start with the parking brake switch in the OFF ...

Page 33: ...ver until the left wing deck has lifted When the left wing deck is lifted the left wing deck blades will stop 6 2 6 RIGHT WING DECK LEVER__________________________________________________ The right wing deck lever is for lift and lower the front deck Press and hold the lever until the right wing deck has lowered to the ground If the PTO switch is in the ON position the right wing deck blades will ...

Page 34: ...light module has a Regen Request light and High Exhaust Temperature light that indicate the status of the DPF Regen system When a Parked Regen cycle is necessary the front amber light will flash During a Parked Regen cycle the Regen Request light will illuminate See 9 10 The rear amber light indicates that an Active or Parked Regen cycle is active and a high exhaust temperature is sensed See 9 10 ...

Page 35: ...on the left side turn signal light will flash When the turn signal lever is in the up position the right side turn signal light will flash 6 2 12 PTO SWITCH_____________________________________________________________ The PTO switch is a 2 position knob type switch to engage and to disengage the mowers The PTO switch must be in the OFF down position to start the engine Pull on the red knob to move...

Page 36: ...isengage 4WD 6 2 15 CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH ________________________________________________ The cruise control switch controls the operation of the cruise control system To engage the cruise control press the traction pedal push the orange lock forward and press the front of the switch To disengage the cruise control press the rear part of the cruise control switch press the rear part of the parkin...

Page 37: ...e red hydraulic filter light indicates that the hydraulic filter must be replaced Return the mower to the service area and replace the filter The red hydraulic level light indicates a low fluid level in the hydraulic tank Stop the mower immediately Visually inspect the mower for indications of leaks around connections hoses and hydraulic components Return the mower to the service area for maintena...

Page 38: ...l return to the NEUTRAL position 6 4 MOW STOP The mow stop will limit the forward speed while you operate the cutting units To travel at a lower speed rotate mow stop to the mow position The mow stop will touch the pedal stop and limit the forward speed To travel at transport speed rotate mow stop to the transport position 6 5 STEERING WHEEL TILT ADJUSTMENT _______________________________________ ...

Page 39: ...t on the hood cowling The latch knob on the left side of the cowling engages the left side wing latch The latch knob on the right side of the cowling engages the right side wing latch To engage the wing transport latches completely lift the wing mower and push the latch knob To disengage the wing transport latches pull the latch knob WARNING To prevent injuries DO NOT adjust the seat while you ope...

Page 40: ...the fuel supply radiator coolant level crankcase oil level and air cleaner indicator When the engine is cold all fluids must be at the full level mark Check the radiator fins for dirt or grass Clean with compressed air as required before you operate the mower Make sure all cutting units are adjusted to the same cutting height Check all tires for the correct pressure Test the interlock system CAUTI...

Page 41: ...FF down position The engine will start TEST 2 The engine must not start if the PTO switch is in the ON position TEST 3 The engine must not start if the parking brake switch is in the OFF position TEST 4 The engine must not start if the traction pedal is out of the NEUTRAL position TEST 5 The engine must not start of the cruise control switch is in the ON position TEST 6 Start the engine with the n...

Page 42: ...e not mowing grass always turn off the PTO switch 10 Before you move across or operate on the paths or roads turn off the PTO switch lift the mowers and travel at decreased speed Look for traffic 11 When you hit an object or mower starts to cause vibration that is not normal inspect the mower for damage and make repairs 12 Travel at decreased speed and be careful when you operate on the slopes or ...

Page 43: ...__________________ To stop and park the mower in normal conditions 1 Turn the PTO switch to the OFF position Lift the decks and drive the mower to a flat and level area to park the mower 2 Remove your foot from the traction pedal When the traction pedal is in the NEUTRAL position the hydraulic brake will stop the mower 3 Lower the front and rear cutting units to the ground Turn the parking brake s...

Page 44: ...erent speed If the adjustment is needed see Section 10 2 7 8 MOWING_________________________________________________________________________ To mow 1 Set the PTO switch to the ON position When the PTO switch is in the ON position the 4WD system is engaged 2 Push and hold the deck levers until the front and rear cutting units are lowered to the ground When the cutting units are lowered the blades w...

Page 45: ...upside down 6 Correct tire pressure is necessary for maximum traction Front 16 to 20 psi 1 10 to 1 38 BAR Rear 10 to 12 psi 0 69 to 0 83 BAR 7 If additional traction is required adjust the weight transfer knob See 10 9 WARNING When you operate on the slopes lock the ROPS frame in the vertical position and the seat belt fastened Do not operate on the slopes with the ROPS in the folded position To m...

Page 46: ...s with 1 Yard Level A Millimeters with 1 Meter Level A Slope in Degrees Slope Grade 3 4 8 8 3 100 5 7 10 0 150 8 5 15 6 9 5 16 7 200 11 3 20 0 7 5 11 8 20 8 225 12 7 22 5 9 250 14 25 0 275 15 4 27 5 10 15 5 27 8 300 16 7 30 0 11 17 0 30 6 325 18 0 32 5 12 18 4 33 3 350 19 3 35 0 13 19 9 36 1 375 20 6 37 5 14 21 3 38 9 400 21 8 40 0 15 22 6 41 7 425 23 0 42 5 16 24 44 4 475 25 4 47 5 18 500 26 6 50...

Page 47: ...hout the engine started and to prevent possible damage to hydraulic components The bypass valve is found on the left hand side of the traction pump below the operator seat To open the valve use a wrench or put a small screwdriver into the hole in the valve stem Turn the valve two full turns 720 Remove the floorboard panel Rotate the brake release lever to the released position To release the brake...

Page 48: ...uel lines and fittings Check for loose components See 8 2 See 9 5 Each Two weeks 100 Hours Check air filter Check fan belt tension Drain water from fuel system Check electrical wiring See 9 4 See 10 2 See 9 6 See 9 20 Each month 250 Hours Inspect hydraulic hoses and tubes Check engine exhaust system Check steering system See 9 11 See 9 9 See 10 14 Each two months 400 Hours Replace engine oil and f...

Page 49: ... Quantity Type Engine Oil with Filter 10 Quart 9 5 liter 10W 30 API Classification CJ 4 Hydraulic Oil with Filter 16 U S Gallon 60 5 liter 10W 30 Standard GreensCare 68 Optional GreensCare 68 Plus Optional Radiator Coolant 8 Quart 7 6 liter 50 50 Ethylene Glycol Based Anti Freeze Water Fuel 17 U S Gallon 64 4 liter 2 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel E E E E E E E E E E I F F F F F F F F J J J G G K A B B C...

Page 50: ...e engine When you follow the engine manufacturer instructions you will make sure of the maximum service life of the engine The replacement engine manuals are available from the engine manufacturer The operation and maintenance during the first 50 hours of a new engine can make a difference to the performance and life of the engine During the first 50 hours of operation Jacobsen recommends the foll...

Page 51: ...nd clean with a cloth c Drain the engine oil into a container d Replace the drain plug and fill the engine with the correct quantity and grade of oil through the filler Change Engine Oil Filter a Remove the oil filter b Let the engine oil flow into a container c Clean the filter area on the remote filter head d Apply a thin layer of oil to the gasket on new filter Install the oil filter e Only use...

Page 52: ...an approved container The spout on the container must fit inside the fuel filler neck Never use the containers that are not approved to keep or transfer fuel Fill the fuel tank to less than 1 inch 2 5 cm below the filler neck Use clean No 2 ultra low sulfur Diesel fuel with a minimum Cetane Rating of 45 Use of Diesel fuel additives are not recommended If fuel additives are used the fuel additives ...

Page 53: ...ten the cartridge with your hand e Bleed air from the fuel system How To Bleed The Air From The Fuel System After water is drained from the fuel system fuel filter cartridge is replaced or the fuel hoses are replaced bleed the air from the fuel system a Open the air vent at the top of the water separator b Press and release the hand pump until air bubbles at separator air vent stop and fuel starts...

Page 54: ...e condition of the drained battery b Connect the positive battery terminal of the charged battery to remote positive battery terminal of the drained battery c Connect the negative battery terminal of the charged battery to remote negative battery terminal of vehicle with the drained battery d When the cables are connected start the engine on the vehicle with the good battery then start the mower C...

Page 55: ...operation and the Engine Manual for information about the DPF system If you sense a change in the color or sound of the exhaust stop the engine immediately Identify the problem and have the system repaired Torque all exhaust manifold hardware equally Tighten or replace the exhaust clamps WARNING Charge the battery in an area with good airflow The battery can release hydrogen gas that is explosive ...

Page 56: ... engine controller is at Level 0 the Active and Parked Regen is disabled Level 1 Engine will enter Active Regen state unless Inhibit Regen switch is in the INHIBIT position Normal Active Regen is completed in approximately 20 minutes If the particle material level does not decrease to the Passive Regen level in 30 minutes 1800 seconds the engine controller will change to Level 2 When the engine co...

Page 57: ...n the area around the fittings and the ends of the hoses to prevent dirt to enter the system Before you disconnect any hydraulic component tag or mark the location of each hose then clean the area around the fittings To prevent dirt to enter the hydraulic system when you disconnect the component be prepared to assemble plugs or caps to the ends of hoses and open ports Clean any hydraulic fluid tha...

Page 58: ...1 4 BAR the hydraulic oil filter warning light on the combination gauge will illuminate To make sure continued protection of the hydraulic system replace filter as soon as possible after light illuminates When you replace the filter a Fill the new filter with hydraulic fluid and lubricate the filter O ring with hydraulic fluid before you assemble the new filter Tighten the filter with your hand b ...

Page 59: ...draulic oil cooler air passages clean Use compressed air maximum of 30 psi 2 BAR to clean the fins Open the panel under the radiator to allow dirt and other particles to fall from the frame Check and tighten the engine fan belt every 100 hours and replace the belt every 500 hours Replace the clamps and hoses every two years Have your Jacobsen Dealer check the cooling system if you need to add cool...

Page 60: ...folded position Folding the ROPS a Remove the hair pin and ROPS pin from both sides of the ROPS b Fold the ROPS toward the mower hood c Assemble the ROPS pin and hair pin to lock the ROPS in the folded position Never wear the seat belt with the ROPS in the folded position CAUTION Keep the ROPS hardware correctly fastened Do not do welding operations drill change or bend the ROPS Replace damaged RO...

Page 61: ... the maximum of one half inch 1 3 cm blade loss has occurred do not sharpen more replace the blade To prevent a blade that is not balanced make sure an equal amount of material is removed from both ends of the blades A blade that is not balanced will cause vibration and can damage the mower Use a blade balancer to check the blade after you sharpen Torque center blade bolt to 67 to 83 ft Lb 91 to 1...

Page 62: ...s LED that can help to correct electrical system problems The mower engine is monitored and controlled by the engine controller found on the right side of the cowling Two CAN bus connectors are found near the engine controller The four pin connector is for the Kubota Engine Controller ECU diagnostic connector The three pin connector is for the mower s controller VCU diagnostic connector CAUTION Al...

Page 63: ...311T mower uses five different types of relays The relays are almost the same in appearance and connection but are not interchangeable Always replace the relays with the correct relay K1 30 Amp SPST w Diode Engine Temp Relay P N 365963 K2 30 Amp SPST w Diode Cruise Control Relay P N 365963 K3 30 Amp SPST w Diode Hydraulic Oil Level Relay P N 365963 K4 30 Amp SPST w Diode Horn Relay P N 365963 K5 3...

Page 64: ...lable rubber cleaners To keep the original high polish of the fiberglass parts wax with a good grade of one step cleaner wax Repair damaged metal surfaces and use Jacobsen touch up paint Apply wax to the equipment for maximum paint protection NOTICE Do not wash any part of the mower that is hot Do not use the high pressure spray or steam Use the cold water and automotive cleaners NOTICE To use sal...

Page 65: ...il filter Install the drain plug and fill the engine with oil Torque the drain plugs to 22 ft Lb 30 Nm Clean the outside surface of the engine Paint bare metal or apply a thin layer of rust preventative oil Add a fuel conditioner or biocide to prevent the fuel to become a gel or bacteria in the fuel See your fuel supplier for instructions Drain water from water separator Cutting Units Completely c...

Page 66: ...s fuel anti freeze follow your local state or federal recommended procedures 10 2 ENGINE FAN BELT ________________________________________________________ Inspect and adjust a new belt after the first ten hours of operation Check the belt every 100 hours after the first 10 hours Adjust the alternator position so that the belt moves 1 4 to 5 16 inch 0 6 to 0 8 cm with a 20 lb 89 N push at the cente...

Page 67: ...F position and the traction pedal is in the NEUTRAL position Start the engine g Turn the parking brake switch to the OFF position Adjust the lever bracket until the wheels do not turn Stop the engine and tighten the bracket hardware to set the adjustment h Remove the jumper wire and connect the seat switch to the wiring harness i Lower the mower to the ground j Connect the pedal linkage to the pum...

Page 68: ..._______________ The cutting quality is improved at speeds lower than the transport speed of the mower A mow speed of 6 to 7 mph 10 to 11 km hr is set at the factory and is correct for most grass conditions The local turf condition can need a different speed To adjust the mow speed loosen the flange nut and adjust the pedal stop Move the pedal stop closer to the pedal to decrease the mow speed Move...

Page 69: ...___________________________________ The weight transfer valve is for transfer the weight from the cutting units to the mower When you adjust the weight transfer valve the lower time of the cutting units will change and the ground pressure at each tire The weight transfer valve is found on the steering tower To set the weight transfer pressure 1 Loosen the thin knob and adjust the large knob to inc...

Page 70: ...tance between the ball joints Increased distance between ball joints will increase the left side turn radius Decreased distance between ball joints will increase the right side turn radius d Tighten the clamp bolts e Check the turn radius in both directions Repeat the adjustment as required Adjust the Steering Stop a After the toe in and turn radius are adjusted adjust the stop bolts b Turn the st...

Page 71: ... caster arms b Remove the retaining ring pins washers and any spacers above the pivot block Remove the caster wheel yoke from the pivot block c Install the correct number of 1 2 inch 1 3 cm spacers and one thin spacer onto the caster yoke d Slide the caster wheel yoke into the pivot block Place any remaining 1 2 inch 1 3 cm spacers on caster yoke shaft above the pivot block e Put the thrust washer...

Page 72: ... A 5 3 1 2 inch 8 9 cm 0 B 6 4 inch 10 2 cm 1 B 7 4 1 2 inch 11 4 cm 2 B 8 5 inch 12 7 cm 3 B 9 5 1 2 inch 13 3 cm 4 B 10 1 2 3 4 5 A B A B 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Retaining Ring Pin Large Washer 1 2 inch 1 3 cm spacer Snap Pin Clevis Pin Thrust Washer Thin Spacer Caster Yoke 1 2 inch 1 3 cm spacer Caster Arm Snap Pin Front Deck HOC Plates Caster Arm Deck Plates Wing Deck HOC Plates Clevis...

Page 73: ..._________ Lift and tilt the front deck to give access to the bottom of the front deck and blades for service Make sure to disengage all drives engage the parking brake stop the engine and remove the ignition key before you service the deck To tilt the front deck to the service position a Completely lift the front deck Stop the engine b Remove the snap rings and clevis pins from the front deck Care...

Page 74: ...01 80 108 107 145 10 32 in lb Nm 40 4 5 50 5 7 1 2 20 ft lb Nm 64 86 7 85 115 90 122 120 162 12 24 in lb Nm 50 5 7 65 7 3 9 16 12 ft lb Nm 82 111 109 148 115 156 154 209 1 4 20 in lb Nm 75 8 4 100 11 3 107 12 1 143 16 1 9 16 18 ft lb Nm 92 124 122 165 129 174 172 233 1 4 28 in lb Nm 85 9 6 115 13 0 120 13 5 163 18 4 5 8 11 ft lb Nm 113 153 151 204 159 215 211 286 5 16 18 in lb Nm 157 17 7 210 23 7...

Page 75: ...roblem 1 Fill with clean fuel Change fuel filter Drain water from water separator bleed fuel system 2 Inspect and replace air filter 3 See the Engine Manual 4 See the Engine Manual Engine Stops 1 Fuel tank empty 2 The interlocks not set before you leave the seat 1 Fill with clean fuel and bleed the fuel system 2 Turn the parking brake ON and turn the PTO switch OFF before you leave the seat The en...

Page 76: ...arpness 3 Height of Cut HOC 4 Caster Wheel Bearing Condition 5 Blade Speed 12 2 WASHBOARDING _________________________________________________________ NOTE Arrow indicates direction of travel Washboarding is a repeated pattern of different cutting heights that causes an appearance that is like a wave In most cases the wave tip to tip distance is approximately 6 8 in 15 20 cm A change in the color ...

Page 77: ...other cutting unit The wear of mechanical parts or an incorrect roller adjustment can cause step cutting Probable Cause Remedy HOC height of cut settings are different from one side of a cutting unit to the other side or from one cutting unit to another unit Check HOC adjustment of cutting units See 10 11 Worn deck caster wheel bearings Check and replace the bearings in the roller and the deck cas...

Page 78: ... light green or brown A low HOC setting or turf that is not level can cause scalping Probable Cause Remedy HOC height of cut settings are lower than normal Check and adjust the HOC settings See 10 11 Turf is not level and the mower can not follow the turf Change the direction of cut Grass is higher than the cutting unit capacity Cut the grass more frequently Cut ground speed is higher than the mow...

Page 79: ...edy Edge of the cutting blade s are not sharp Sharpen the blade s See 9 19 Cut ground speed is higher than normal Reduce the cut ground speed The grass is higher than the level at which the mower can cut correctly Cut the grass more frequently Cut in the same direction Change the direction of cut more frequently The blade speed is too slow Operate the mower with the engine at full throttle Inspect...

Page 80: ... s See 9 18 The mower turns at a rate that is faster than the mower can turn and cut correctly The cutting units do not overlap around turns or on side hills Turn at a speed that will allow the cutting units to overlap Change the direction of cut or pattern on the side hills The tires compresses the grass before the grass is cut Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure The blades are not insta...

Page 81: ...ndrowing is the deposit of clippings increased at one end of cutting unit s or between cutting units Windrowing can make a line in the direction of travel Probable Cause Remedy The grass is higher than the level at which the mower can cut correctly Cut the grass more frequently Mowing the grass while grass is wet Cut when grass is dry TN0225 ...

Page 82: ...justment from one cutting unit to another unit Probable Cause Remedy HOC is different from one cutting unit to another unit Check and adjust the HOC on cutting units to same height See 10 11 Difference in cutting unit motor speeds Check the operation of cutting unit motor s Repair or replace as necessary Difference in mower ride height side to side Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure Chec...

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