Ransomes Spider I Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual
Ransomes Spider I Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual

Ransomes Spider I Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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24735-GB (Rev.7)
Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual
Ransomes Spider I Remote Controlled Rotary Mower
Product Code: ILD01W
WARNING
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.
RJL 100 August 2010

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  • Page 1 24735-GB (Rev.7) Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual Ransomes Spider I Remote Controlled Rotary Mower Product Code: ILD01W WARNING 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 1 CONTENTS 1 CONTENTS ................................. 2 2 INTRODUCTION ............................... 4 2.1 IMPORTANT ..............................4 2.2 MACHINE USAGE ............................5 2.3 PROHIBITED USE ............................5 2.4 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ........................6 2.5 GUIDELINES FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SCRAP PRODUCTS ..............7 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................
  • Page 3 Operation manual - Spider ILD01 11.16 CHANGING THE WHEEL ........................43 11.17 TYRE PRESSURE..........................43 11.18 MOWING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM ................. 43 11.19 LUBRICATION ............................44 11.20 CLEANING THE MACHINE ........................45 11.21 TORQUE CHART ........................... 45 11.22 OIL VISCOSITY ............................45 11.23 TECHNICAL PLATE ..........................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 2 INTRODUCTION 2.1 IMPORTANT This is a precision machine and the service obtained from it depends on the way it is operated and maintained. This OPERATION MANUAL should be regarded as part of the machine and should always be present at the machine and available to the operator.
  • Page 5: Machine Usage

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 2.2 MACHINE USAGE The machine is designed for the mowing of grass on level as well as extremely steep terrain. The mower may be used on dry surface under the following conditions: Maximum slope 24 degrees on well-maintained lawns (gardens, parks tec.) in konformity with EN 836+A1+A2.
  • Page 6: Product Identification

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 2.4 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION The machine can be identified by the serial number, which can be found on the factory label on the front of the machine beside the exhaust pipe. The serial number and the year of manufacturing must be provided during every request for servicing and with every order of spare parts.
  • Page 7: Guidelines For The Disposal Of Scrap Products

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 2.5 GUIDELINES FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SCRAP PRODUCTS When it has been identified that a turf care product Other worn out items should be separated into has no further functional value and requires material groups for recycling and disposal disposal, the following actions should be taken.
  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 · While operating the mower make sure that the 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS mower is clearly visible at all times and within the range of the remote control unit and that you can clearly recognize dangerous situations and react to them properly.
  • Page 9 Operation manual - Spider ILD01 of undesirable objects becomes more probable the mower. · due to the displacement of the mowing device (tilt Do not refuel near open fire. · of one side of the machine) while crossing the Do not place this product near open fire or other edges of different terrain.
  • Page 10 Operation manual - Spider ILD01 conditions. (behind terrain obstacles, corners of buildings, · hidden in grass etc.) Do not use the mower in limited visibility (dusk, fog, heavy rain etc.) Safety Decals · Do not let the engine run in enclosed spaces. ·...
  • Page 11: Specification

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 4 SPECIFICATION 4.1 SPECIFICATION TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION The mower is a self-propelled machine with four-wheel drive, controlled by the transmitter (remote radio controller) signal. Its unique wheel-steering technology ensures a high manoeuvrability both on level ground and on slopes.
  • Page 12: Conformity Certificates

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES 12 / 54 rev. 07-01-01-2010...
  • Page 13: Safety Decals

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 5 SAFETY DECALS Attention! T his machine m ay b e d angerous. I ncorrect an d n egligent use m ay r esult in damage, s erious injuries or death. T his c hapter is devoted to t he s afety symbols (p ictograms) u sed o n t he p roduct, th eir placement a nd m eaning.
  • Page 14 Operation manual - Spider ILD01 Lifting jack Keep safe Attention, support point distance from rotating parts the machine when it is moving 14 / 54 rev. 07-01-01-2010...
  • Page 15: Instruction Decals

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 5.1 INSTRUCTION DECALS 15 / 54 rev. 07-01-01-2010...
  • Page 16: Recommended Metods Of Operation

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 5.1 RECOMMENDED METODS OF OPERATION This chart shows basic information about recommended methods of cutting grass in various types of terrain. It also describes the correct procedure of anchoring the hydrostatic stabilizing winch. However current terrain and climatic conditions may require different methods of operation than those shown in this chart.
  • Page 17 Operation manual - Spider ILD01 Instructions for turning on and off the hydrostatic winch Rotate the machine so that the winch Turn the wheels so that they are Turn off the blades Reduce the engine RPM to minimum is facing up the hill toward the orientated across the slope (along the (idling speed) expected anchoring point.
  • Page 18: Controls

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 6 CONTROLS REMOTE RADIO CONTROLLER NBB 18 / 54 rev. 07-01-01-2010...
  • Page 19: Remote Radio Controller Hetronic

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 6.2 REMOTE RADIO CONTROLLER HETRONIC EMERGENCY STOP buton Driving speed controller H/L Engine stop switch Engine starter switch Mowing blade ON/OFF switch Height of cut adjustment Joystick for driving forward / backward Joystick for steering left / right Main Switch Remote controller power display Operator’s preparedness confirmation / Horn...
  • Page 20: Mower Controls

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 6.3 MOWER CONTROLS On the body of the mower there are two controls for operating the mower. Additional controls may be added in case of attaching optional accessories. The function of controls pertaining to these accessories are explained in the user’s manuals of these devices.
  • Page 21: Displays

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 7 DISPLAYS 7.1 NBB RADIO CONTROL DISPLAYS Indicator (11) flasher - Radio Control power on indicator Radio controll emits a high pitch tone - Radio Control battery low voltage warning 7.2 HETRONIC RADIO CONTROL DISPLAYS Beacon (optional) LED flashes green –...
  • Page 22 Operation manual - Spider ILD01 AMPV NOTICE: if indicator lamp number 4 is illuminated or either of the indicator lamps 1, 2, 3 is dimmed, the mower cannot be started. Remedy: • Indicator lamp number 1 is dimmed – try to turn the key in the ignition again. •...
  • Page 23: Safety Systems

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 8 SAFETY SYSTEMS 8.1 MOWER SAFETY SYSTEMS The product is controlled by a remote radio controller. This means that the operator is not close to the mower at all times and cannot use controls on the mower. For the safety of the operator and other persons the following table lists various situations and actions: The EMERGENCY STOP command is The mower is out of the signal range.
  • Page 24: Preparing The Machine

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 9. PREPARING THE MACHINE Součásti dodávky: 9.1 MACHINE DELIVERY TO A DEALER • SPIDER mower OR RETAILER • Mower ignition key (X2) From the manufacturer the machine is • Gel battery (12v starting) delivered filled with engine oil and •...
  • Page 25: Gear-Box By-Pass

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 9.2 GEAR-BOX BY-PASS The By-pass is used to disable the hydraulic drive and to engage the oil bypass for manual handling (engine not running) of the machine on flat surfaces. The by-pass should only be used when the hydraulic drive is not functional.
  • Page 26: Checking Hydraulic Drive Oil Level

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 9.4 CHECKING HYDRAULIC DRIVE OIL LEVEL Oil level should only be checked when the oil is cold. Clear debris from around the cap, unscrew the cap on the hydraulic oil tank on the side of the mower.
  • Page 27: Fuel Tank

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 9.6 FUEL TANK The plastic fuel tank is placed on top of the mower deck, to one side of the mower. The tank has a screw-on cap Before refuelling always stop the engine. Do not smoke or approach open flames or sources of sparks when manipulating with gasoline.
  • Page 28: Preparing The Hetronic Remote Radio Controller

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 9.9 PREPARING THE HETRONIC REMOTE RADIO CONTROLLER Insert the battery (type 3,6V NiMh, 1200mAh) into the remote radio controller. If LED flashes green, the battery is charged. If the remote radio controller battery voltage is below the required level, the entire machine will turn off automatically.
  • Page 29: Starting The Engine Of The Mower With The Nbb Remote Control

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 10.2. STARTING THE ENGINE OF THE MOWER WITH THE NBB REMOTE CONTROL · · Check the gasoline in the fuel tank, refuel Wait till lamps 1 and 3 are illuminated and lamp 2 is flashing (on the mower), then with unleaded gasoline...
  • Page 30: Starting The Engine Of The Mower With The Hetronic Remote Control

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 10.2. STARTING THE ENGINE OF THE MOWER WITH THE HETRONIC REMOTE CONTROL • Check the gasoline in the fuel tank, refuel • Use the key to unlock and pull up the with unleaded gasoline BA95 if EMERGENCY STOP button on the necessary.
  • Page 31: Shutting Off The Engine

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 10.3 SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE • Before shutting off the engine, always disengage the mowing mechanism drive on the remote radio controller. • Do not shut the engine off immediately after mowing, let it run for a short while with the minimum engine speed in order to let it cool down.
  • Page 32: Engaging The Moving Blades

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 10.5 ENGAGING THE MOVING BLADES The mowing blades can only be engaged when the engine is running. Set the maximum mowing height with switch (6). Move the switch (5) of the blade-drive clutch to the ON position on the remote radio controller (NBB RC: firts increase engine speed by regulator 14) –...
  • Page 33: Driving The Machine

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 10.8 DRIVING THE MACHINE 10.9 DRIVING SPEED OF THE MOWER Always choose a suitable driving speed, which The machine movement is controlled by joystick enables an acceptable mowing quality. When (7) (forward and reverse) (see the symbol under selecting speed, always start with slow and the controller on the remote radio controller) and proceed to fast, not the other way around.
  • Page 34: Driving On Slopes

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 10.10 DRIVING ON SLOPES lifted, the mower tilted, in an unstable position or Driving o n s lopes i s v ery d emanding fo r th e starting to roll over. The method of cutting from operator, as th ey constantly h ave to e valuate the top of the hill to the bottom should only be information about the movement of machine...
  • Page 35: Maintenance And Lubrication

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 11 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 11.1 MAINTENANCE CAHRT - MOWER Machine Maintenance Plan Period according to the state of the operating hours (OH) counter Daily before Every Every Every X = Operator operating 50 OH 200 OH 800 OH Visually check for oil leakage from engine and hydraulic systems...
  • Page 36: Maintenance Chart - Engine

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 11.2 MAINTENANCE CHART - ENGINE Engine maintenance chart: Kawasaki FH 500V, FH531V Maintenance Period according to the operating hours counter After first Every Every Every Every Every * = Perform more often in dusty conditions 8 hours 25 hours 50 hours...
  • Page 37: Engine Maintenance

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 11.3 ENGINE MAINTENANCE The following activities are considered to be workshop maintenance and should be carried out by trained personnel. Before beginning any maintenance activity on the mower, turn off the engine, push the emergency button and remove the key from the button.
  • Page 38: Checking And Refilling Oil

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 DRIVE 11.6 CHECKING AND REFILLING OIL The maintenance of the hydraulic drive requires properly trained service personnel. Check the oil level in the hydraulic oil tank daily. Regular maintenance should address the torque Measure the oil level with the dipstick in the cap of of hydraulic connections and bolts, replacement the tank.
  • Page 39: Drive V-Belts

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 11.8 DRIVE V-BELTS Check the wear and tension of the V-belts and the tensioning devices. Hydraulic pump drive Located under the cutter deck inside cover A. The V-belt is tensioned automatically by a spring and a tension pulley.
  • Page 40: Final Gear Drive To Wheels

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 11.10 FINAL GEAR DRIVE TO WHEELS If you do not possess necessary equipment and skills, have this work performed authorized service/dealer. Remove the cover of the final gear drive. The cover is attached by bolts onto the sides. Adjust the chain tensioner C so the chain is properly tensioned.
  • Page 41: Fuses

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 11.14 FUSES The fuse box is placed in the space next to the battery. Inside the fuse box you can find fuses for individual circuits: 10 A – Control panel, carburettor solenoid 15 A – Control unit, travel control, mower elevation 20 A –...
  • Page 42: Mowing Blade

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 11.15 MOWING BLADE If the mowing mechanism vibrates when Check the state of cutting blades in regular intervals. engaged, do not continue operating the mower, turn it off and contact your local Blade: dealer. Must not show signs of damage such as To tighten bolts use torque listed in the chart twisted, bent or deformed parts of blade.
  • Page 43: Changing The Wheel

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 11.16 CHANGING THE WHEEL Change the wheels on a level, firm surface Turn the wheel so that the tightening nuts are accessible from the outside Stop the engine, remove the key from the ignition Secure the machine against movement. Lift the mower and support it under the cutter deck Ensure the machine safe &...
  • Page 44: Lubrication

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 11.19 LUBRICATION Use adequate amount of lubricant on parts, which are to be lubricated. Excessive lubricant tends to drop down and pollute both the machine and the environment. Insufficient amount requires frequent lubrications. Chain Spray Lubricant: BERNER , XINTEX - slix Lubricating grease: XINTEX –...
  • Page 45: Cleaning The Machine

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 11.20 CLEANING THE MACHINE Cleaning the whole machine by a power washer or similar is not recommended. Water under pressure may penetrate inside electrical parts, carburettor, air filter and cause malfunction. Wipe other parts with tissue or brush. Do not use gasoline or other oil products for cleaning.
  • Page 46: Technical Plate

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 11.23 TECHNICAL PLATE The technical plate provides information on mower fillings and basic information for machine maintenance. The technical plate is placed on the machine girder. - Engine - Engine oil - Oil quantity - Spark plug - Fuel - Hydraulic system - Hydraulic oil...
  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 12 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible cause Correction Nothing appears on the display RC battery is exhausted Replace the battery with a charged Charge the battery Accumulator is discharged Attach terminal connectors to the Accumulator is disconnected Check/replace the cable lines Cable lines are broken Check the fuse...
  • Page 49: Maintenance After Season

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 13 MAINTENANCE AFTER SEASON When the season is over or if the machine is not going to be used for longer than 1 month, it is advisable to prepare it for storage. If fuel stays in a tank longer than 1 month without moving, it may create sticky sediment that can unfavourably affect the carburettor and the whole fuel system and cause engine malfunction.
  • Page 50: Warranty Conditions

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 14 WARRANTY CONDITIONS This document sets out the extent, conditions and manner of exercising rights stemming from the Manufacturer’s liability for defects of the delivered Product Dvořák – svahové sekačky Ltd., registered office Dvorce 62, Havlíčkův Brod 58001, Czech Republic, ID N o.
  • Page 51 Operation manual - Spider ILD01 11. In th e e vent o f a c hange i n o wner, i t i s p ossible to tr ansfer th e r emaining p art o f th e W arranty period to the new o wner if the M anufacturer is requested to d o so.
  • Page 52: Bill Of Delivery

    Operation manual - Spider ILD01 15 BILL OF DELIVERY Combined delivery note ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Copy for Dealer (Part 1) Dealer: Address: Tel., Fax, E-mail: DELIVERY NOTE Date ____ /_____200__ Owner ___________________ Product ____________________ Address _________________________ ____________________________ Serial number ________________ Accessories _________________ Tel., fax, E-mail ____________________ ____________________________ ____________________________...
  • Page 54 Jacobsen, A Textron Company Ransomes Jacobsen Limited 11108 Quality Drive, Charlotte, West Road, Ransomes Europark, Ipswich, IP3 NC 28273, USA www.Jacobsen.com English Company Registration No. 1070731 www.ransomesjacobsen.com...

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