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3-Unit Reel Mower Owner's Operating Manual Serial No. LM180C:20001- "Required reading" Read this manual and the Owner's Manual for the engine before using the machine. Original Instructions Ver.1.4...
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LM180C 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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LM180C 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.
LM180C Safety Failure to adequately follow these safety Never allow children or people unfamiliar precautions may cause an accident resulting in with these instructions to use or service the injury or death. machine. Local regulations may restrict the age of the...
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LM180C Safety If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the Never drive the machine on a slope with engine but move the machine away from an angle of gradient that is greater than the area of spillage and avoid creating any...
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LM180C Safety When using any attachments, never direct Never store the equipment with fuel in the discharge of material toward bystanders nor tank inside a building where fumes may allow anyone near the machine while in reach an open flame or spark.
LM180C Disposal Recycle and Waste Disposal About Recycle Recycling battery etc. is recommended for environmental conservation and economical use of resources. It may be required by local laws. About the Waste disposal Make sure that waste generated when servicing or repairing the machine is disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
LM180C Product Overview Specifications Specifications Type LM180C Total length 215 cm During 208 cm operation Total width Dimensions During 185 cm transport Seat 107 cm Total height Steering wheel 102 cm Total weight (empty fuel tank) 383 kg Minimum turning radius...
LM180C Product Overview Sound pressure level Names of Each Section Sound pressure level This machine was confirmed to have a continuous A-weighted sound pressure level of 93dB by measuring identical machines in accordance with the procedure specified in ISO 5395-1:2013.
LM180C Product Overview Serial Number Plate Year of Manufacture Decal The serial number plate indicates the model (For Europe) and serial number of the machine. The year of manufacture decal indicates the year when this machine was manufactured. YEAR OF...
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...
LM180C Product Overview Explanation about Safety Decals and Instruction Decals LM180C-1001Z0 Sticker, operation Warning Read the manual. Danger Danger Flying objects - All persons other than the operator must keep a safe distance from the machine. qigqnx-009...
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LM180C Product Overview R073-20057-60 Decal, engine alert Read the manual. Exhaust gas is poisonous. Do not operate in an unventilated room or enclosed area. CHECK FOR LEAKAGE FROM HOSES AND FITTINGS. Stop the engine before refueling. SHUT OFF FUEL VALVE WHEN ENGINE IS NOT IN USE.
LM180C Handling Instructions Make sure that there is no wear or Inspection Before Use deterioration of the reel cover and all other covers. Be sure to perform an inspection before you Make sure that there is no damage to the start using the machine so that you will be able reel cover and all other covers.
LM180C Handling Instructions Roller Cleaning of Air Cleaner For details on handling the engine, please Inspection of Rollers refer to the separate Engine Handling Manual. Bearing wear due to frequent use or bearing A contaminated air cleaner element may damage caused by water infiltration may cause malfunction of the engine.
LM180C Handling Instructions Wire Engine Oil Inspection of Wire Inspection of Engine Oil Make sure that the wire is not cracked or For details on handling the engine, please damaged. refer to the Engine's Owner's Manual. If the wire is cracked or damaged, replace it Important with a new one immediately.
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LM180C Handling Instructions Filling of Engine Oil Change of Engine Oil For details on handling the engine, please For details on handling the engine, please refer to the Engine's Owner's Manual. refer to the separate Engine Operating Manual. Important Warning Do not fill too much engine oil.
LM180C Handling Instructions Screw the oil level gauge firmly. Through the oil filling port, fill the transmission oil. Check the oil level again 10 to 20 minutes after filling the oil. gui678-004 Change of Engine Oil_001 Oil level gauge 4sr81t-001...
LM180C Handling Instructions Pour new transmission oil through the oil Warning filling port. Keep fire away while refueling. The transmission oil quantity is 2.0 dm (2.0 Do not smoke while refueling. liters). Make sure that the transmission oil level is filled up to the tip of the oil level opening.
LM180C 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.
LM180C Handling Instructions Principal tightening torques Tightening Torque by Model LM180C Tighten the following bolts and nuts at the torque specified in the table. For thread locking adhesive, apply a mild to high-strength thread locker (ThreeBond 1322 or equivalent anaerobic sealant).
LM180C Handling Instructions Insert two or three strips of newspaper into Adjustment Before Operating the space between the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade) at Adjustment of Seat an angle of 90 degrees. Then, rotate the reel...
LM180C Handling Instructions Make sure that the parking brake is applied. Adjustment of Cutting Height Make sure that the traveling clutch lever and reel rotation lever are set to the "OFF" Important position. The front wheel is provided to prevent the reel...
LM180C Handling Instructions Safety Mechanisms Diff-lock pedal Brake pedal This machine has the safety device for Traveling clutch lever starting / stopping engine. Traveling clutch "OFF" As for starting the engine, the safety device Traveling clutch "ON" prevents the engine from starting unless it...
LM180C Handling Instructions Lifting lever Rear Mower Unit Left and Right Mower Units Caution Before raising or lowering the mower units, Caution make sure that there are no people around Before raising or lowering the mower units, the machine. make sure that there are no people around the machine.
LM180C Handling Instructions Operation of Change Lever Caution Do not change the lever position during traveling. Otherwise, the transmission may be damaged. The change lever is a transmission device. It was adapted from a direct change system. To change the speed, park the machine on...
LM180C Handling Instructions Parking Brake Lever Cutting Work Cutting Operation Caution Be sure to release the parking brake before Caution driving. Cutting work must be performed at an It may result in the brakes malfunctioning. appropriate speed for the site and location.
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.
LM180C Maintenance Jacking up the machine Jack-up Portion Front axle, center About the Jacking up the machine Front axle, right Front axle, left Warning Transmission case, lower When replacing a tire or beginning any other Transmission axle case, left...
LM180C Maintenance Transmission case, lower Greasing Points Grease nipples are installed in the following locations. Add grease every 50 hours of operation. rwyt62-015 Jack-up Portion_005 Transmission axle case, left rwyt62-016 Jack-up Portion_006 Transmission axle case, right 8bq62b-055 Greasing Points_001 No. of ...
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LM180C Maintenance Front wheels Mower frame There is one point each on the left and the There is one point each on the left and the right wheel. right mower units. 8bq62b-056 8bq62b-059 Greasing Points_002 Greasing Points_005 Front wheel front pin...
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LM180C Maintenance Handle tension Rear roller Supply automobile transmission gear oil #90 There is one point each on the left and the every 50 hours of operation. right of each unit. 8bq62b-062 8bq62b-066 Greasing Points_008 Greasing Points_012 Mower tension 8bq62b-063...
(when you face the mower unit from the left) newspaper, Abrasive [Back lapping powder by hand to check the sharpness. mixed with oil; or gel compound (Baroness Check the sharpness at entire range (three genuine abrasive)], Brush, Socket (opposite or four points from left edge to right one) of side 27).
(Never apply to Refer to the Tightening Torque table. blunt areas.) Note that the Baroness product warranty may not apply to defects caused by incorrect or Idle the machine for a while, and then switch overtorque tightening.
Caution Traveling clutch Reel rotation lever Refer to the Tightening Torque table. Left and Right Mower Units Note that the Baroness product warranty may Transmission not apply to defects caused by incorrect or overtorque tightening. Rear mower tension Rear Mower Unit...
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LM180C Maintenance Reel Rotation Lever 1 mm Loosen the adjustment bolt, then change the length of the rod. Adjust the clearance between the rod- tension metal fitting and the collar to be 5mm, when the traveling clutch lever is engaged.
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LM180C Maintenance Tighten adjusting nut A and make sure that Rear Mower Tension the rod is fixed securely. Loosen adjusting nut A. Tighten adjusting nut B, then change the length of the rod. Lower the rear mower unit on a level...
LM180C Maintenance Adjustment of Parking Brake Adjustment of Brake If the parking brake is not effective enough If the brake is not applied effectively even if when you pull the parking brake lever, adjust you depress the pedal up to the stopper, adjust the brake wire.
LM180C Maintenance Adjustment of Mower Stopper Brake pedal Pedal stopper Lower the left and right mower units, then Parking brake lever engage the reel rotation lever. Lock nut Loosen the nut, then adjust the position of Brake rod (front) the wire adjustment bracket so that the...
LM180C Maintenance Adjustment of Wire to Hook Mower Wire to hook the left / right mower Loosen the nuts and move the wire adjustment metal fitting toward the outside of the machine to increase the wire tension. Without gripping the lever, raise the right...