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BOB-CAT • BUNTON • CUSHMAN • JACOBSEN • RANSOMES • RYAN
WARNING: If incorrectly used this machine can cause severe injury. Those who use
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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 ser-
vice the machine.
Litho in U.S.A. 500
Safety &
Operation
Manual
Jacobsen Turfcat™
500 Series
Kubota D-905EB
Diesel Engine
T523D 2WD Model 66146
Kubota D-1105E
Diesel Engine
T528D 2WD Model 66148
T528D 4WD Model 66149
Kubota D-1105T
Diesel Engine
T535D 4WD Model 66150
Briggs & Stratton 580447
Gasoline Engine
T531G 2WD Model 66151
TURF CARE AND SPECIALTY PRODUCTS
Part No. 2809903
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- Page 1 Gasoline Engine T531G 2WD Model 66151 BOB-CAT • BUNTON • CUSHMAN • JACOBSEN • RANSOMES • RYAN 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...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS SAFETY ........3 OPERATION . -
Page 3: Safety
SAFETY SAFETY OPERATING SAFETY ______________________________________________________ WARNING EQUIPMENT OPERATED IMPROPERLY OR BY UNTRAINED PERSONNEL CAN BE DANGEROUS. Familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all controls. Inexperienced operator’s should receive instruction from someone familiar with the equipment before being allowed to operate the machine. Safety is dependent upon the awareness, concern and Never disconnect or bypass any switch. -
Page 4: Important Safety Notes
SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES _______________________________________________ This safety alert symbol is used to alert you to potential hazards. DANGER WILL result in death or serious injury. - Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WARNING COULD result in death or serious injury. - Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, CAUTION - Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,... -
Page 5: Decals
Familiarize yourself with the decals they are critical to the safe operation of the machine. REPLACE DAMAGED DECALS IMMEDIATELY. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS READ MANUAL THOROUGHLY FOR OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. REPLACEMENT MANUAL AVAILABLE FROM: JACOBSEN/TEXTRON, RACINE WI. Read operators manual before TO START TO DRIVE... -
Page 6: Controls
CONTROLS CONTROLS ICONS ___________________________________________________________________ Read Manual Engine Throttle Brake Hydraulic Fluid Level High Engaged Disengaged Hour Meter Fuel Mow Switch Differential Gasoline Diesel Lights Decks Drive Lower Float Raise 2 WD 4 WD Coolant Engine Travel Temperature Choke Glow Plug Start Forward Reverse... - Page 7 CONTROLS Figure 3A Speed Limiter Engine Throttle Traction Pedal - Forward Power Take-Off (PTO) Traction Pedal - Reverse Lift Lever Alarm Light Switch (optional) Turn Assist - Right 4 wheel Drive (optional) Turn Assist - Left Engine Oil Light Hydraulic Fluid Gauge Hourmeter Hydraulic Fluid Fill Temperature Gauge...
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Page 8: Controls
CONTROLS CONTROLS ______________________________________________________________ A. Speed Limiter F. Hydraulic Fluid Fill Cap Limits forward speed while cutting or operating Keep tank filled to full mark on gauge (E). Use clean attachments. To operate at lower travel speed rotate hydraulic fluid and fill while machine is cool. Do not lever as shown (A ) so it contacts stop screw on floor overfill. - Page 9 CONTROLS M. Power Take-Off (PTO) V. Differential Lock (option) Operates cutting decks and other Evenly distributes power to both the left and attachments. right wheels to improve traction. To apply lock, press switch down and hold. Release To engage power take-off, push switch to disengage lock and return to normal locking tab (M ) on switch forward...
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Page 10: Operation
OPERATION OPERATION DAILY INSPECTION ________________________________________________________ 3. Check the fuel supply, radiator coolant level, CAUTION: The daily inspection should be per- crankcase oil and air cleaner indicator. All fluids formed only when the engine is off and all fluids must be at the full level mark with engine cold. are cold. -
Page 11: Operating Procedures
OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES _________________________________________________ WARNING A Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS) for this tractor is available as an optional accessory. Seat belts must be worn whenever a ROPS is installed on the tractor. Always keep seat belt snugly adjusted. DO NOT use seat belts on a tractor without a ROPS. -
Page 12: Starting
OPERATION STARTING _______________________________________________________________ IMPORTANT: Do not use starting assist fluids. Use of 5. After the engine starts, gradually push the choke such fluids in the air intake system may be potentially control (X) in. explosive or cause a “Runaway” engine condition and 6. -
Page 13: Mowing
OPERATION TO DRIVE / TRANSPORT ____________________________________________________ Read and follow all safety notes contained in this manual Disengage PTO switch. and fully raise the cutting unit when driving or transporting this tractor. When operating before transporting. in reverse look behind you to ensure you have a clear The operator has the option to transport in either 2-wheel path. -
Page 14: Using Differential Lock
OPERATION USING DIFFERENTIAL LOCK________________________________________________ A differential lock is available as an optional remains engaged as long as the switch is held down. feature and can be applied any time during Releasing the switch returns the tractor to normal drive. operation to momentarily improve traction. When engaged the differential lock evenly distributes power to CAUTION: When the differential lock is... -
Page 15: Installing Deck
OPERATION 4.11 AUTOMATIC WEIGHT TRANSFER ____________________________________________ The lift cylinder automatically compensates for the weight This feature eliminates the need for weight transfer of the attachment and transfers weight back to the springs and other manually operated systems. tractor. This improves traction to the front tires and provides better hill climbing ability. -
Page 16: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty 1. Warranty Textron Turf Care And Specialty Products (TTCSP) warrants only to the original retail purchaser (“Warrantee”) that this product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years or 1500 hours (whichever comes first) from the date of the first retail purchase.
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