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3-Unit Reel Mower Owner's operating manual "Required reading" Read this manual and the owner's manual for the engine before using the machine. Serial No.10137- Original Instructions Ver.1.1...
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LM283 Greeting Greeting Thank you for purchasing the Baroness machine. This manual explains proper handling, adjustment, and inspection of your machine. Prior to use, carefully read this manual to thoroughly understand the contents for safe and correct operation. We hope you will use the machine safely, and take advantage of its best performance.
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The information described in this manual is subject to change for improvement without prior notice. When replacing parts, be sure to use genuine Baroness parts or parts designated by Kyoeisha. Note that the Baroness product warranty may not apply to defects caused by the use of parts from other companies.
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LM283 Introduction Purpose This machine is intended for cutting turf grass at golf courses. Do not use this machine in any way other than its intended purpose, and do not modify the machine. Operating this machine for other purposes and modifying it may be very dangerous and may cause damage to the machine.
LM283 Safety Failure to adequately follow these safety Lack of awareness of the effect of precautions may cause an accident resulting in ground conditions, especially slopes injury or death. Incorrect hitching and load distribution Never allow children or people unfamiliar...
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LM283 Safety Replace all fuel tanks and container caps Do not change the engine governor settings securely. or overspeed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive speed may increase the Check that operator’s presence controls, hazard of personal injury. safety switches and shields are attached and functioning properly.
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LM283 Safety Take care when loading or unloading the Never allow untrained personnel to service machine into a trailer or a truck. Load or machine. unload the machine in a flat and safe place. Allow the engine/muffler to cool before Before loading or unloading, set the parking checking/maintenance.
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LM283 Safety Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area, away from spark and flames. Unplug charger before connecting or disconnecting from battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools. Keep all parts in good working condition and all hardware tightened. Replace all worn or damaged decals.
LM283 Disposal Waste Disposal About the Waste disposal Make sure that waste generated when servicing or repairing the machine is disposed of in accordance with local regulations. (e.g. waste oil, antifreeze batteries, rubber products, and wires etc.) Page 2-2 Waste Disposal...
LM283 Product Overview Specifications Specifications Model LM283 265 cm Mower roller type Total length 276 cm Mower wheel type 203 cm Dimensions During operation Total width 203 cm During transport 133 cm Total height 1,080 kg Weight 277 cm Minimum turning radius...
LM283 Product Overview Vibration level Hand-arm vibration This machine was confirmed to transmit a maximum vibration level of 3.81 m/s to hands and arms by measuring identical machines in accordance with the procedure specified in ISO5349-1:2001,ISO5349-2:2001. Whole body vibration quwxcl-037...
LM283 Product Overview Serial Number Plate Year of Manufacture Decal The serial number plate indicates the name The year of manufacture decal indicates the and serial number of the machine. year when this machine was manufactured. YEAR OF MANUFACTURE 4ogipb-001...
If they are damaged, become dirty, or peel off, replace them with new ones. Part numbers for decals that need to be replaced are listed in the parts catalog. Order them from a Baroness dealer or Kyoeisha. Positions of Safety Decals and Instruction Decals...
LM283 Product Overview Description of Safety Decals and Instruction Decals LM283--0967Z0 Decal, lever operation Warning Read the Owner's Operating Manual. Warning Apply the parking brake, stop the engine, remove the ignition key, and then leave the machine. Danger Danger Flying objects - All persons other than the operator must keep a safe distance from the machine.
LM283 Handling Instructions Inspection Before Use Cleaning of Radiator Cover Be sure to perform an inspection before you Important start using the machine so that you will be able An unclean radiator cover may cause to take advantage of its optimum performance overheating or damage to the engine.
LM283 Handling Instructions Coolant Cleaning of Radiator For details on handling the engine, please Inspection of Coolant refer to the separate Engine Operating For details on handling the engine, please Manual. refer to the separate Engine Operating Important Manual. An unclean radiator may cause overheating or Warning damage to the engine.
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LM283 Handling Instructions If the coolant level in the reserve tank is Coolant Supply lower than the "LOW" mark, open the reserve tank cap and fill the tank with clean For details on handling the engine, please water up to the "FULL" mark.
LM283 Handling Instructions Change of Coolant Cleaning of Oil Cooler For details on handling the engine, please Caution refer to the separate Engine Operating Manual. An unclean oil cooler may cause malfunction of the hydraulic system. Warning When you change the coolant, be sure to...
LM283 Handling Instructions Hydraulic Oil Hydraulic Oil Supply Inspection of Hydraulic Oil Important Raise the mower units and maintain that Do not mix different types of oil. position on a level surface. Make sure that the oil level is at the middle Important of the oil gauge.
LM283 Handling Instructions Open the tank cap, and then pour new oil Change of Hydraulic Oil from the fill port until the oil level reaches the middle of the oil gauge on the hydraulic Warning tank. The hydraulic tank capacity is...
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LM283 Handling Instructions Make sure that the air cleaner element is Re-place the air cleaner cap, and then fix not contaminated. it securely using the clips. n6arn7-005 n6arn7-005 Inspection of Air Cleaner_001 Cleaning of Air Cleaner_001 Air cleaner element Air cleaner element...
LM283 Handling Instructions Battery Supply of Battery Fluid Inspection of Battery For details on handling the battery, please refer to the separate Battery Instruction For details on handling the battery, please Manual. refer to the separate Battery Instruction Danger Danger Manual.
LM283 Handling Instructions Brake Around the Engine Inspection of Brake Inspection of Engine-Associated Parts While traveling, depress the brake pedal For details on handling the engine, please firmly to make sure that the brake is applied refer to the separate Engine Operating effectively.
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LM283 Handling Instructions The appropriate oil level should be between Securely install the oil filler cap. the upper and lower limit lines on the gauge. gui678-005 Supply of Engine Oil_001 rnr453-004 Oil filler cap Inspection of Engine Oil_002 It will take a while for the supplied engine oil Oil gauge to descend into the oil pan.
LM283 Handling Instructions On a level surface, remove the drain Fuel plug, and then drain the old engine oil into a container. Inspection of Fuel Quantity With the machine on a level surface, observe the fuel gauge in the operation panel to check the fuel level.
LM283 Handling Instructions Oil Leakage Fuel Supply Inspection of Oil Leakage Danger Danger Do not supply fuel above the middle (marked Caution in red) of the fuel gauge. When performing maintenance on the If you supply too much fuel, it might overflow hydraulic system, lower the mower units.
LM283 Handling Instructions Tightening torques Standard tightening torques Bolts and Nuts Important A number of bolts are used in each part of this machine. Be sure to re-tighten the bolts and nuts, because they may be loosened at the earlier stage of the use.
LM283 Handling Instructions Principal tightening torques Tightening Torque by Model LM283 Tighten the following bolts and nuts at the torque specified in the table. For thread locking adhesive, apply a middle strength thread locker (ThreeBond 1322 anaerobic adhesives). Tightening torque...
LM283 Handling Instructions Adjustment Before Operating Reel rotation/stop switching lever Rotate Adjustment of Seat Stop Use the seat adjustment lever to adjust the With the adjustment nut, adjust the seat back and forth. engagement between the reel cutter (cutting Adjust the position according to the operator's cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade) so body size.
LM283 Handling Instructions Adjustment of Cutting Height Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) Front roller Roller (Roller Type) Cutting height gauge Adjust the cutting height to fit your cutting Bed knife (Bottom blade) work. Cutting height adjustment nut A You can adjust the front roller in four stages.
LM283 Handling Instructions Use the cutting height gauge to Adjustment of Lift Arm Spring determine the position, then tighten cutting height adjustment nut B securely. Important Adjust the spring if the front wheels slip on an ascending slope. Raise the mower units.
LM283 Handling Instructions Sit on the seat. Procedure to Start / Stop Engine Make sure that you have depressed the Start / Stop of Engine brake pedal and applied the parking brake. Shift the reel rotation lever to the "Stop"...
LM283 Handling Instructions When the starter starts rotating and the Make sure that the engine has stopped. engine starts, return the ignition key to the Remove the ignition key. "ON" position slowly. Leave the driver's seat. Close the fuel cock.
LM283 Handling Instructions K4203001410 Operation of Each Section Decal, light switch Precautions for Operating the Machine Caution Under any circumstances drive the machine at such a speed that you can stop it immediately for emergencies. Cautions for when You Leave the Machine...
LM283 Handling Instructions K4203001310 Throttle Lever Decal, reel stop The throttle lever is located to the left of the driver's seat and enables you to adjust the engine rpm. Move the throttle lever toward "High" to increase the engine rpm, and toward "Low" to reduce the rpm.
LM283 Handling Instructions Mower Unit Up/Down Lever Stop Valve Caution Caution Before raising or lowering the mower units, When you move the machine, or if you stop make sure that there are no people around the engine with the mower units raised, be the machine.
LM283 Handling Instructions Reel Rotation Lever Anti-reverse Reel Rotation Stopper Caution Caution The reel rotation lever must be shifted to the Before you start cutting work, make sure that appropriate position just before you start the stopper knob is tightened.
LM283 Handling Instructions Reel Rotation/Stop Switching Lever Traveling Pedal Caution Warning Before operating the reel rotation/stop This machine is not authorized as a special switching lever, be sure to shift the reel motor vehicle. Do not drive it on public roads.
LM283 Handling Instructions Parking Brake Lever Hood Caution Caution Be sure to release the parking brake before Do not open the hood in strong winds. driving. It may result in the brakes or hydraulic system Caution malfunction. Be careful not to pinch your fingers when you open or close the hood.
LM283 Handling Instructions Underseat Cover Instruments Instruments on the Operation Panel Caution Be careful not to pinch your fingers when you open or close the underseat cover. Bring the seat to the most front position. Remove two bolts located on the rear of the seat.
LM283 Handling Instructions Water Temperature Gauge Pilot Lamps The water temperature gauge is located in the Charge Lamp operation panel. The charge lamp is the left pilot lamp located This instrument indicates the water in the operation panel. temperature inside the engine.
LM283 Handling Instructions Overheat Warning Buzzer Thermo-start Lamp The thermo-start lamp is the middle pilot lamp If the water temperature inside the engine located in the operation panel. exceeds 105 degrees Celsius, a buzzer will When the ignition key is set to the "GLOW"...
LM283 Handling Instructions Towing the Machine Travel of Machine If the machine does not travel due to engine Traveling Procedure trouble, etc., you can move it in the following Start the engine. (See "Procedure to Start ways: Engine" (Page 4-20) .)
LM283 Handling Instructions Open the unload valve located on the rear Needle valve frame. Lock nut Tighten Loosen Cutting Work Cutting Operation Warning Do NOT start to move or stop the machine abruptly. gay3t1-002 To do so is very dangerous. In addition, it may...
LM283 Handling Instructions Depress the traveling pedal to start cutting work. Note: During the work, the reel cutters (cutting cylinders) will rotate or stop in sync with the up and down motion of the mower units. Transporting Transporting Procedure When loading the machine into a trailer or a truck to transport it, drive the machine in reverse.
LM283 Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance Precautions...... Page 5-2 Maintenance Schedule......Page 5-3 Specified Values........Page 5-4 Main Consumable Parts......Page 5-5 Jacking up the machine......Page 5-6 About the Jacking up the machine..Page 5-6 Jack-up Points........Page 5-6 Greasing..........Page 5-7 About Greasing........Page 5-7...
Use tools appropriate for each maintenance operation. Caution For the safe and best performance of your machine, use Baroness genuine parts for replacement and accessories. Please note that our product warranty may be void if you use non-genuine parts for replacement or accessories.
LM283 Maintenance Main Consumable Parts Part name Code Fan belt PF16241-9701-0 Oil element PF15241-3209-4 Air cleaner element PFT0270-1632-0 Fuel filter element PF1G313-4356-0 Suction filter element K3413000020 Hydraulic cartridge filter K3412000060 Hydraulic oil (20 L can) K2913100200 Brake wire, left K1120107000...
LM283 Maintenance Jacking up the machine Front right frame Front left frame About the Jacking up the machine Rear right pivot Rear left pivot Warning Rear center frame When replacing a tire or beginning any other Front right frame maintenance or repairs, be sure to chock the wheels to prevent the machine from moving.
LM283 Maintenance Rear left pivot Greasing Points Grease nipples are installed in the following locations. Add grease every 50 hours of operation. rwyt62-022 Jack-up Points_005 Rear center frame rwyt62-023 Jack-up Points_006 Greasing 8bq62b-071 About Greasing Greasing Points_001 Since there may be adhesion or damage due No.
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LM283 Maintenance Front roller Mower frame fulcrum There is one greasing point each on the left There is one greasing point on each mower and right of each mower unit. unit. 8bq62b-072 8bq62b-074 Greasing Points_002 Greasing Points_005 Rear roller Lift arm fulcrum...
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LM283 Maintenance Idle lever fulcrum Rear left wheel 8bq62b-046 8bq62b-077 Greasing Points_008 Greasing Points_011 Pivot Piston pump Use jack stands to support the machine and apply grease. Middle between the rear wheels 8bq62b-050 Greasing Points_012 Traveling pedal fulcrum 8bq62b-047 Greasing Points_009...
Do not perform lapping with any other persons. Have the following items ready: Strips of newspaper, Abrasive [Back lapping powder mixed with oil; or gel compound (Baroness genuine abrasive)], Brush. 8bq62b-054 Greasing Points_015 Maintenance (Mower) Back Lapping of Reel Cutter (Cutting...
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LM283 Maintenance Insert two or three strips of newspaper into Anti-reverse reel rotation stopper the space between the reel cutter (cutting FOR MOWING cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade) at FOR BACKLAPPING an angle of 90 degrees. Then, rotate the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) counter-clockwise Start the engine, and run it at a low rpm.
Heat-treated bolt Refer to the Tightening Torque table. Securely place the jack beneath the jack-up Note that the Baroness product warranty may point of the front left/right frame area, and not apply to defects caused by incorrect or then raise it until the tire lifts off the ground.
LM283 Maintenance Adjustment of Belt Tension Adjustment of Parking Brake Caution Danger Danger Be sure to stop the engine before adjusting If the brake wire is cut, the machine will be the belts. unable to stop. This would be extremely dangerous.
LM283 Maintenance Adjustment of Brake Adjusting the Neutral Position of the Piston Pump Danger Danger Caution If the brake wire is cut, the machine will be unable to stop. This would be extremely Make sure not to touch rotating tires.
LM283 Maintenance Find the position where the front wheels The machine uses a mini fuse for stop, and then tighten the lock nuts. automobiles. Replace an old fuse with a new fuse of the Follow the same steps to adjust the rear specified capacity.
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