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Operating Manual GROUNDKEEPER GHS JUMBO SMARTCUT Please read and follow this op- erating manual before putting MG5081 the machine into operation. BAF0008.3 05.17 Keep it in a safe place for future Printed in France use.
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Only in this way would you be satisfied both with the machine as also with yourself. To achieve this is the purpose of this in- struction manual. Leipzig-Plagwitz 1872. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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+33 (0) 3 87 84 65 71 E-mail: forbach@amazone.fr Spare part orders Spare parts lists are freely accessible in the spare parts portal at www.amazone.de. Please send orders to your AMAZONE dealer. Formalities of the operating manual Document number: MG5081 Compilation date: 02.14 ...
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Foreword Dear Customer, You have chosen one of the quality products from our wide range of AMAZONE agricultural machinery. We thank you for your confidence in our products. On receiving the machine, check to see if it was damaged during transport or if parts are missing.
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Maintenance are care ................57 Oil level in the angular gearbox ..................... 57 Lubrication points ........................57 V-belt drive ..........................60 Extended periods of downtime ....................60 Tyre pressure ........................61 Transport on public roads ................ 62 Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
Numbers in round brackets refer to the item numbers in the diagrams. The first digit refers to the diagram; the second digit, to the item num- ber in the illustration. Example (Fig. 3/6) • Figure 3 • Item 6 Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
If this is not the task of the user or if the user does not possess the appropriate technical knowledge, then they should report this fault to their superior (operator). Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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Independently-executed construction changes to the machine. • Insufficient monitoring of machine parts that are subject to wear. • Improperly executed repairs. • Catastrophic events as a result of the impact of foreign objects or force majeure. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
Non-compliance with these instructions can cause faults on the machine or in the environment. NOTE Indicates handling tips and particularly useful information. These instructions will help you to use all the functions of your machine to the optimum. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
As well as all the safety information in this operating manual, comply with the general, national regulations pertaining to accident prevention and environmental protection. When driving on public roads and routes, then you should comply with the statutory road traffic regulations. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
The personnel of a specialist workshop shall possess the appropriate knowledge and suitable aids (tools, lifting and support equipment) for carrying out the maintenance and repair work on the machine in a way which is both appropriate and safe. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
Vehicles with an official type approval or with equipment connected to a vehicle with a valid type approval or approval for road transport according to the German road traffic regulations must be in the state specified by the approval. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
When carrying out work on lubrication systems and equipment and • When cleaning using solvents. 2.12 User workstation The machine may be operated by only one person sitting in the driver's seat of the tractor. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
Always keep all the warning symbols of the machine clean and in a legi- ble state. Replace illegible warning symbols. You can obtain the warning symbols from your dealer using the order number (e.g. MD 075). Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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2. The consequence of nonobservance of the danger protection instructions. For example: causes serious injuries to fingers or hands. 3. Instructions for avoiding the danger. For example: only touch machine parts when they have come to a complete standstill. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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Ensure that persons not involved in the operation of the machine maintain a sufficient safety dis- tance from the danger area created by the ma- chine while the tractor engine is running. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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This hazard can cause extremely serious injuries anywhere on the body, or even death. Secure the machine against unintentional rolling, before uncoupling the machine from the tractor. To do this, use the parking brake and/or the wheel chock(s). Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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Actuate the operating controls for the tractor's three-point hydraulic system • from the designated workstation, • if you are outside the danger area between the tractor and the machine. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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Direct persons out of the range of moving ma- chine parts before you swivel them. MD 113 Study and observe the instructions for cleaning, servicing and maintaining in the appropriate chapter of the operating manual. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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This hazard can cause extremely serious inju- ries, including the loss of body parts. Close protective equipment which has been opened or refit protective equipment which has been removed before you start the machine. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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• It is prohibited to stand in the tipping area when the loading bed has been raised. • Instruct people to leave the tipping area of the machine before raising the loading bed. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
Comply with the accident prevention instructions on the warning sym- bols. When driving on public roads and routes, comply with the appropriate statutory road traffic regulations. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
• Secure the operating lever of the tractor hydraulic system so that unintentional raising or lowering is impossible, before connecting the machine to or disconnecting the machine from the tractor's three- Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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Secure the tractor against unintentional start-up and rolling be- fore you leave the tractor. For this: ο Lower the machine onto the ground ο Apply the parking brake ο Switch off the tractor engine ο Remove the ignition key Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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• Adjust your driving speed to the prevailing conditions. • Before driving downhill, switch to a low gear. • Before moving off, always switch off the independent wheel braking (lock the pedals). Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
If you are injured by hydraulic fluid, contact a doctor immediately. Danger of infection. • When searching for leakage points, use suitable aids, to avoid the serious risk of infection. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
ο Ensure that the retrofitted electrical and electronic compo- nents comply with the EMC directive 89/336/EEC in the ap- propriate version and carry the CE mark. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
General description of the machine General description of the machine Areas of application The AMAZONE Groundkeeper Jumbo GHS is designed for mowing and scarifying grassed areas in public parks, sports fields and gar- dens, etc. It can be used to collect and chop foliage in the autumn.
Noise production data The emission value (noise level) applicable to the working area is: LpA = 98 dB(A). Measurements were taken under working conditions close to the driver's ear. Maximum noise emission : LwA = 115 dB(A). Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
Intended use also includes compliance with instructions specified by the manufacturer concerning operation, servicing and maintenance as well as the exclusive use of genuine AMAZONE spare parts. This Amazone Groundkeeper Jumbo may only be used, serviced and maintained by persons who are familiar with the machine and have received instruction concerning the risks involved.
Before starting up, completely remove all packaging (including wires) and check lubrication. CAUTION Remove the transport lock without fail before putting the equip- ment into operation. (2 orange angle irons between frame and hopper) Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
Adjust the lower 3-point linkage to the tractor, so that the tractor tire is no tin contact with the machine front castor wheels. The diameter of the lower link pins corresponds to CAT I. Adapter sleeves will have to be used for CAT II. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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Instruct those present to leave the danger area behind or under- neath the machine, since the machine may lurch backwards if the halves of the upper link have been screwed apart by mistake or if they break apart. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
If you have a tractor without a double clutch for the universal joint shaft drive, you must necessarily use a freewheel PTO shaft. Otherwise, the tractor will remain in motion due to the flywheel mass of the rotor, even if the clutch pedal has been depressed. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
9. Only use the machine if the drive is fully guarded. Use PTO shaft with the full PTO shaft protection and supplementary protection at the tractor and machine. Replace protective equipment immediate- y at the first signs of damage. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
Warranty claims for damage which can be traced back to an ex- cessively high drive speed of the universal joint shaft will not be recognised. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
(neutral position). 2. Unlock the hydraulic connectors from the hydraulic sockets. 3. Protect the hydraulic plug and hydraulic socket against soiling using the dust protection caps. 4. Store the hydraulic hose lines in the hose cabinet. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
CAUTION If you connect this cable incorrectly to the battery the hydroelec- tric control system may be severely damaged. Connect the cable as follows: (-) Earth = blue (+) Voltage = brown Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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The machine's hydraulic system shifts into transport mode. If a switch is released during operation, the hydraulic block is locked and the machine remains in the exact position it is in at the time. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
(see Fig. 5.4-2 and Fig. 5.4-3). 5.4.5 Establishing the electrical connection Connecting the power line: connect the machine's power cable to the socket provided on the tractor. Required battery voltage: 12 volts Plug for lighting: 7-pin Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
Care must be taken to ensure that the rotor is equally fitted with blades. If cutting tools are missing or have been incorrectly fit- ted, an imbalance is created which, over time, will lead to the whole machine being damaged. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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Fine mowing and collect- 100 % wing blade, all conditions long, H77, ground excellent result good result (*) Pairs of rows opposite one another on the rotor are each fitted with mowing blades or wing blades (fig. 6.1-2). Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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Wear limit of suspended tools: The blade fasteners and clip bolts must be checked regularly for wear. Heavily worn tools must be promptly replaced. Figs. 6.1-3 and 6.1-4 show the limits of wear for the mounting brackets. used Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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Fold up the intermediate hood (Fig. 6.1-7). Caution: When you intend to work on the rotor with the catcher raised, make sure that the rotor is stationary and engage the retaining hook on the container. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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The mower unit Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
The working speed depends on the density and wetness of the turf. It must be adjusted to suit the conditions. The maximum PTO shaft speed of 540 rpm must be observed. The catcher must be emptied in good time to ensure tidy collection. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
In this case, 2 mm or 3mm thick scarifying blades are mounted on the rotor. This allows the working depth to be increased without engaging too aggressively with the turf. Marker for row 1 GH 1500 GH 1800 Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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5. The machine must always be lowered slowly when the catcher is full. The machine may be damaged if the rear cage roller strikes against stones or fixed edges. 6. The technical and legally permissible overall weight must be observed without fail. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
During this process, the driver (Fig. 6.5-4) of the mulching flap slides over the flap lever which causes the flap to remain closed. Raise and lower the hopper to change back to the collection position. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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The mower unit Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
If the machine is raised too much on one side only, whether at the front or rear, damage may be caused to the PTO shaft, if the machine is still running. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
This is mounted in the brackets of the front guide wheels (Fig. 7.1-1). To adjust the height, the lynch pin and the pin must be removed on both sides and the roller must be pegged in the required position (Fig. 7.1-2). Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
The machine can, on occasion, become heavily soiled, especially when mowing and scarifying wet grass which is also sometimes inter- spersed with earth. In such cases, it is recommended to clean the rotor and the catcher intensively with a jet of water. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
Use the crank to set the height of the rear cage roller to position 3 when removing the V-belt guard; this makes it easier to re- move. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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Maintenance are care • Pivot points of the attachment fork (Fig. 9.2-6), • Adjusting crank of rear cage roller (Fig. 9.2-7), • Universal joint of friction coupling (remove weighing frame) and drive shaft bearing, • PTO shaft. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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Maintenance are care Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
Before recommissioning, an authorised garage should check that the overload clutch between the angular gearbox and the belt drive is operating correctly. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
Carry out a test drive to check the damping performance of the rear guide wheels and readjust as necessary. If the rear wheels vibrate readjust the steering damper via the hexagon socket head screw on both sides. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
Max. road speed: 25 km/h The weight of the machine should not be underestimated (especially if the catcher is full), particularly on tractors with a low dead weight. Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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Branch plants: D-27794 Hude • D-04249 Leipzig, Germany • F- 57602 Forbach, France, Subsidiary plants in England and France Manufacturers of mineral fertiliser spreaders, field sprayers, sowing machines, soil cultivation ma- chines and communal units Groundkeeper Jumbo SMARTCUT BAF0008.3 05.17...
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