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Baroness GM1700 Owner's Operating Manual

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Contour Rotary Unit for GM1700
Owner's operating manual
"Required reading" Read this manual and the owner's manual for the
engine before using the machine.
Serial No.10048-
Ver.1.0

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  • Page 1 Contour Rotary Unit for GM1700 Owner's operating manual "Required reading" Read this manual and the owner's manual for the engine before using the machine. Serial No.10048- Ver.1.0...
  • Page 2 GM1700 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.
  • Page 3 GM1700 Regulations California Proposition65......Page 1-2 Spark arrester......... Page 1-2 Page 1-1...

  • Page 4: Spark Arrester

    GM1700 Regulations California Proposition65 California Proposition 65 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. 318yi8-003 California Proposition65_001 Spark arrester Important The engine in this product is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler.
  • Page 5 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.
  • Page 6 GM1700 Introduction Warning Symbols This manual uses the following warning symbols for handling precautions that are important for your safety. Warning symbol 696cq5-001 This symbol indicates the articles regarding “Danger,” “Warning,” or “Caution.” Those articles describe important safety precautions and so read them carefully to understand completely before operating the machine.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    GM1700 Contents Regulations............. Page 1-1 California Proposition65........Page 1-2 Spark arrester..........Page 1-2 Safety............... Page 2-1 Safe Operating Practices........Page 2-2 Disposal............Page 3-1 Waste Disposal..........Page 3-2 Product Overview........... Page 4-1 Specifications..........Page 4-2 Names of Each Section........Page 4-4 Safety Signs and Instruction Signs....Page 4-5 Handling Instructions........
  • Page 8 GM1700 Contents...

  • Page 9: Safety

    GM1700 Safety Safe Operating Practices....... Page 2-2 Training...........Page 2-2 Preparation..........Page 2-2 Operation..........Page 2-3 Maintenance and storage....... Page 2-4 Page 2-1...

  • Page 10: Safe Operating Practices

    GM1700 Safety Failure to adequately follow these safety Being driven too fast precautions may cause an accident resulting in Inadequate braking injury or death. The type of machine is unsuitable for its task Danger Danger Lack of awareness of the effect of...
  • Page 11 GM1700 Safety Add fuel before starting the engine. Remember there is no such thing as a safe Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or slope. add fuel while the engine is running or Travel on grass slopes requires particular when the engine is hot.
  • Page 12 GM1700 Safety Disengage the drive to attachments, stop the When transporting the machine on a truck or engine, and remove the ignition key in the a trailer, set the parking brake, stop the following conditions. engine, and fasten the machine to the truck with a rope or other suitable restraining Before refueling.
  • Page 13 GM1700 Safety Never allow untrained personnel to service On multi-bladed machines, take care as machine. rotating one blade can cause other blades to rotate. Allow the engine/muffler to cool before checking/maintenance. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. Appropriately manage and correctly use the...
  • Page 14 GM1700 Safety Page 2-6 Safe Operating Practices...

  • Page 15: Disposal

    GM1700 Disposal Waste Disposal........Page 3-2 About the Waste disposal....... Page 3-2 Page 3-1...

  • Page 16: Waste Disposal

    GM1700 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 3-2 Waste Disposal...

  • Page 17: Product Overview

    GM1700 Product Overview Specifications......... Page 4-2 Specifications..........Page 4-2 Features of contour deck......Page 4-3 Names of Each Section......Page 4-4 Serial Number Plate........Page 4-4 Safety Signs and Instruction Signs..Page 4-5 About Safety Signs and Instruction Signs............Page 4-5 Positions of Safety Decals and Instruction Decals........

  • Page 18: Specifications

    35 - 95 mm (15 mm spacing, 5 levels) height) Number of blades Blade length 533 mm Efficiency 6,040 m /h (5.0 km/h x mowing width x 0.8) Values within [ ] are dimensions and weight of GM1700 equipped with the contour deck. Page 4-2 Specifications...

  • Page 19: Features Of Contour Deck

    GM1700 Product Overview Features of contour deck 8° Grass clippings are discharged toward the The swing of the left and right decks enables back. you to cut grass on undulations. The left and right decks each swing 8° up and down (up and down movement of left/ right blade tips is ±76 mm).

  • Page 20: Names Of Each Section

    GM1700 Product Overview Serial Number Plate Names of Each Section The serial number plate indicates the serial number. 4ogipb-006 Serial Number Plate_001 quwxcl-020 Names of Each Section_001 Center deck Left deck Right deck Belt cover Gearbox Caster Cutting height gauge wheel...

  • Page 21: Safety Signs And Instruction Signs

    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...

  • Page 22: Safety Signs And Instruction Signs

    GM1700 Product Overview Explanation about Safety Decals and Instruction Decals K4205001530 Decal for caution to rotating object Danger Danger Watch for rotating parts - Keep your hands away from the belts while the engine is running. qigqnx-012 K4209001340 Decal, caution “DO NOT STEP”...

  • Page 23: Handling Instructions

    GM1700 Handling Instructions Handling Precautions......Page 5-2 Pre-installation Adjustments....Page 5-2 Installation of Contour Deck....Page 5-2 Installation of Universal Joint....Page 5-5 Inspection Before Use......Page 5-6 Rotary Knife..........Page 5-6 Cover............Page 5-6 Belt............Page 5-7 Tightening torques......... Page 5-8 Standard tightening torques....Page 5-8 Principal tightening torques ....

  • Page 24: Handling Precautions

    This manual contains descriptions for handling the operating machine. For details on handling, refer to this manual and the GM1700 Owner's Operating Manual. Pre-installation Adjustments Installation of Contour Deck Move the machine and contour deck onto a level surface.
  • Page 25 GM1700 Handling Instructions Install the lift chain, and then secure it with Install the stopper arm onto the frame with the cotter pin. the bolt and nut. Follow the same installation step for the left Follow the same installation step for the left and right sides.
  • Page 26 GM1700 Handling Instructions Place the contour deck in the appropriate Install the front rods onto the frame with the position. pin and clip pin. atlwem-008 atlwem-010 Installation of Contour Deck_008 Installation of Contour Deck_010 Bumper Clip pin Front rod Install the universal joint onto the gearbox.

  • Page 27: Installation Of Universal Joint

    GM1700 Handling Instructions Install the deck tow plate onto the frame with Installation of Universal Joint the cotter pin. Follow the same installation step for the left Important and right sides. Check the alignment point of the splines before installing (inserting) the universal joint.

  • Page 28: Inspection Before Use

    GM1700 Handling Instructions Make sure that there are no cracks or tears Inspection Before Use between the sail and flat part of the rotary knife. Be sure to perform an inspection before you start using the machine so that you will be able to take advantage of its optimum performance for a long period of time.

  • Page 29: Belt

    GM1700 Handling Instructions Belt Inspection of Belts Caution Be sure to stop the engine before inspecting the belts. Caution If you have removed any covers, etc., during inspection, make sure that you securely re- attach them in their original positions.

  • Page 30: Tightening Torques

    GM1700 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.
  • Page 31 GM1700 Handling Instructions General bolt Strength classification 4.8 Nominal diameter tib3yb-001 kgf-cm lb-in 3 - 5 30.59 - 50.99 26.55 - 44.26 7 - 9 71.38 - 91.77 61.96 - 79.66 14 - 19 142.76 - 193.74 123.91 - 168.17 29 - 38 295.71 - 387.49...

  • Page 32: Principal Tightening Torques

    GM1700 Handling Instructions Principal tightening torques Tightening Torque by Model GM1700_Contour deck 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...

  • Page 33: Adjustment Before Operating

    GM1700 Handling Instructions Attach the cutting height adjustment label to Adjustment Before Operating the mower unit. Adjustment of Cutting Height Cutting Height Table Important Adjust all mower units to the same cutting height. The adjustment range for the cutting height is 35 - 95 mm (15 mm spacing, 5 levels).
  • Page 34 GM1700 Handling Instructions Remove the cotter pin and washer from the Adjustment of Center Deck cutting height gauge wheel at the front of the deck, and then remove the pin. The cutting height of the center deck is adjusted with the cutting height gauge wheels mounted at the front and back of the deck.
  • Page 35 GM1700 Handling Instructions Refer to the Cutting Height Table, and then Insert the pin, and then securely install the change the hole positions. caster with the washer and cotter pin. Insert the pin, and then securely install the cutting height gauge wheel with the washer and cotter pin.
  • Page 36 GM1700 Handling Instructions Page 5-14 Adjustment Before Operating...

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    GM1700 Maintenance Maintenance Precautions...... Page 6-2 Maintenance Schedule......Page 6-3 Specified Values........Page 6-5 Main Consumable Parts......Page 6-6 Greasing..........Page 6-6 About Greasing........Page 6-6 Greasing Points........Page 6-6 Maintenance (Mower)......Page 6-7 Cleaning of Mower Unit......Page 6-7 Change of Rotary Knife......Page 6-8 Grinding of Rotary Knife.......

  • Page 38: Maintenance Precautions

    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.

  • Page 39: Maintenance Schedule

    GM1700 Maintenance Maintenance Schedule GM1700 Follow the maintenance schedule below. ○・・・Inspect, adjust, supply, clean ●・・・Replace (first time) △・・・Replace Maintenance item Tightening the parts ○ Fuel ○ Air cleaner 8 hrs. Engine oil ○ ● △ (first time) 50 hrs. Engine oil filter ○...
  • Page 40 GM1700 Maintenance Maintenance item Oil leakage ○ 100 hrs. Hydraulic oil ○ ● △ (first time) 100 hrs. Hydraulic oil filter ● △ (first time) Hydraulic motor oil Power unit oil Transmission oil ○ ● △ Hydraulic hose (moving part) ○...

  • Page 41: Specified Values

    GM1700 Maintenance Maintenance item Tightening the parts ○ Greasing, oiling ○ V-belt ○ △ Cover ○ ○ Duct ○ Cleaning the exterior ○ Tightening the parts ○ Greasing, oiling ○ V-belt ○ △ Cover ○ Oil leakage ○ Hydraulic hose (moving part) ○...

  • Page 42: Greasing

    GM1700 Maintenance Caster fulcrum Main Consumable Parts There are four locations. Part name Code Rotary knife K2530000120 V-belt LB56AG-X K2347056000 (center deck) V-belt LA64-AG-6A K2325064000 (left and right decks) Greasing About Greasing 8bq62b-144 Since there may be adhesion or damage due...

  • Page 43: Maintenance (Mower)

    GM1700 Maintenance Note: Maintenance (Mower) Apply lubricant to the deck connections (four locations). Cleaning of Mower Unit Caution When using a ramp, etc., apply the parking brake, and chock the tires. Note: Use a ramp, etc., if it is available.

  • Page 44: Change Of Rotary Knife

    GM1700 Maintenance When the narrowest part of the rotary knife Change of Rotary Knife has a width of less than 2/3 of the width of a new knife Danger Danger The rotary knife is an edged tool. Take extra care in handling since they could cut your hands or legs.
  • Page 45 GM1700 Maintenance Follow the steps below to remove the rotary Contour Deck knife. Use the square pipe from the included Caution tools to secure the rotary knife so that it When using a ramp, etc., apply the parking does not turn.

  • Page 46: Grinding Of Rotary Knife

    GM1700 Maintenance Grinding of Rotary Knife Caution The disc spring has a specific installation Danger Danger orientation. Do not install it facing the wrong direction. The rotary knife is an edged tool. Take extra care in handling since they could cut your hands or legs.
  • Page 47 GM1700 Maintenance When, after grinding, the blade base of the Follow the steps below to grind the rotary knife. rotary knife does not reach the sail Remove the rotary knife from the machine. (See "Contour Deck" (Page 6-9) .) Important Grind only the top surface of the edge, and be sure to maintain the original angle.

  • Page 48: Balancing Of Rotary Knife

    GM1700 Maintenance Balancing of Rotary Knife Balancer equipment Rotary knife Danger Danger Level The rotary knife is an edged tool. Adjustment of Belt Tension Take extra care in handling since they could cut your hands or legs. Caution Be sure to stop the engine before adjusting...

  • Page 49: Replacement Of Gearbox Grease

    GM1700 Maintenance Replacement of Gearbox Grease Belt Tension spring Important Lock nut Use Pyronoc CC 0 for the grease. Spring guide Disassemble the gearbox once a year and 35.0 mm replace the gearbox grease. Left and Right Deck Belts The grease quantity is a total of 260 g.

  • Page 50: Long-Term Storage

    GM1700 Maintenance Adjust the rubber stoppers so that they Important slightly come into contact with the frame, Adjust the rubber stoppers on the left and right and then lock them with the nuts. decks so that they make contact equally and ･...
  • Page 51 Head Office 1-26, Miyuki-cho, Toyokawa, Tel : (0533) 84 - 1390 Fax : (0533) 89 - 3623 Aichi-Pref. 442-8530 Japan. GM1700--UMA-USZ/14E-00-S.K...

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