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Walk Behind Greens Mower Walk Behind Tee Mower Owner's Operating Manual Serial No. LM56GC:35001-・LM66GC:35001- LM66TC:35001- "Required reading" Read this manual and the Owner's Manual for the engine before using the machine. Original Instructions Ver.1.0...
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC 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...
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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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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC 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.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Safety Failure to adequately follow these safety Preparation precautions may cause an accident resulting in injury or death. Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to Danger Danger properly and safety perform the job.
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Safety Before removing the grass catcher/ Operation catchers. Do not operate the engine in a confined Before making height adjustment unless space where dangerous carbon monoxide adjustment can be made from the fumes can collect. operator's position.
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Safety Use care when approaching blind corners, Use care when checking the cylinders/reels shrubs, trees, or other objects that may and bed knives. obscure vision. Wear gloves and use caution when Do not take your eyes off the road ahead. Do servicing them.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC 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.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Product Overview Specifications Specifications list LM56GC Model LM56GC Total with grass catcher 55.51 in 141 cm length Total Dimensions without travelling wheel 37.01 in 94 cm width Total Steering handle 41.73 in 106 cm height Total weight (empty fuel tank) 224.87 lb...
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Product Overview LM66GC Model LM66GC Total with grass catcher 55.51 in 141 cm length Total Dimensions without travelling wheel 40.55 in 103 cm width Total Steering handle 41.73 in 106 cm height Total weight (empty fuel tank) 240.30 lb...
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Product Overview LM66TC Model LM66TC Total with grass catcher 55.51 in 141 cm length Total Dimensions without travelling wheel 40.55 in 103 cm width Total Steering handle 41.73 in 106 cm height Total weight (empty fuel tank) 235.89 lb...
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Product Overview Sound pressure level LM66 LM56 Hand-arm vibration ■ Sound pressure level This machine was confirmed to transmit a ■ vibration level of 2.70 m/s to hands and This machine was confirmed to have a arms by measuring identical machines in...
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Product Overview Specification Decal Handle Throttle lever (For Europe) Engine switch The Specification decal indicates the CE Main clutch lever marking, model , and weight, etc. Safety lock switch Brake lever Engine Engine clutch cover Reel cutter...
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...
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Product Overview Explanation about Safety Decals and Instruction Decals K4205001590 DECAL, CAUTION SAFETY INSTRUCTION Use lead-free gasoline. Warning Read the Owner's Operating Manual. Danger Danger Flying objects - All persons other than the operator must keep a safe distance from the machine.
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Product Overview K4205001300 W A R N I N G DECAL, WARNING ENGINE OIL CHECK ENGINE OIL AND Warning GEARBOX LEVELS BEFORE STARTING Check engine oil and gearbox levels before starting. qigqnx-120 K4209000370 DECAL, GREASING 10 HR Add grease every 10 hours.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions The crimp terminal is secured to the engine Preparation for Use crankcase with a hexagon bolt. Install the Handle Put the handle pin on the left frame into the hole at the left-side lower edge of the handle.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Tighten the bolt, washer, and nut at the left Make sure that the reel cutter (cutting side of the stand that were temporarily cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade) secured. are not cracked. Check to see how much the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade) are worn.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Air Cleaner Important Replace the air cleaner elements when it gets Inspection of Air Cleaner damaged or dirty. For details on handling the engine, please refer to the Engine's Owner's Manual. Clean the urethane element with white...
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Roller Caution Park the machine on a flat place. Inspection of Rollers Do not park the machine on a slope. Bearing wear due to frequent use or bearing damage caused by water infiltration may Pull up the brake lever and make sure that prevent the roller from rotating smoothly.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Engine Oil Supply of Engine Oil Inspection of Engine Oil For details on handling the engine, please refer to the Engine's Owner's Manual. For details on handling the engine, please Important refer to the Engine's Owner's Manual.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Inspect the fuel quantity and put fuel Fuel (gasoline) if insufficient. The fuel tank capacity is approximately 2.0 Inspection of Fuel Quantity (2.0 L). Level the machine and then remove the tank cap to inspect fuel quantity from the fill port.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC 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.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Adjustment Before Operating Adjustment of Handle The height of the handle can be adjusted according to the Operator's working position. Move the handle adjusters supporting the handle up or down and fix them with the bolts.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Tighten the right and left locknuts. Link rod Snap pin Washer Flat head pin L-shape bracket Nut A Nut B Repeat the same process for adjustment of the opposite link rod. Adjustment of gap for the grass catcher:...
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions With the cutter adjustment nut, adjust the Adjustment of Cutting Height engagement between the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade) so Adjust the cutting height to fit your cutting work. that newspaper (one sheet) will be cleanly...
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Thickness of Rough minimum blade Type Blade type cutting height Code Part name Remarks (mm/inch) (mm/inch) K2511000270 1.5 Bed knife 55G 1.5/0.059 3.0/0.118 K2511000390 1.5 Bed knife 55G-47 Offset 5 mm K2511000280 2 Bed knife 55G ...
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Position the cutting height gauge against Adjustment of Front Roller the front roller and drum at the edge on the left and right sides of the mower unit. You can adjust the cutting height by moving the front roller up or down.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Adjustment of Groomer Dethatching blade Small screw for groomer Note: Cutting height gauge Depending on the specifications, this function Front roller may not be available. Operating height Important Loosen the nuts securing the left and right If the front groomer is being used, adjust it groomer adjustment screws.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Next time the groomer is used, loosen the Cutting height gauge right and left nuts, lower the groomer and Small screw for cutting height tighten the nuts so that it can return to the Fly nut grooming height set previously.
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Brake lever Engine switch Lock Unlock Don't grip the main clutch lever. Shift the throttle lever halfway from low speed to high speed position. v2e27i-040 v2e27i-050 Procedure to Start Engine_003 Procedure to Start Engine_006 Main clutch lever...
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Recoil starter Throttle lever High speed Set the choke lever to the "Open" position. Low speed Set the engine switch to the "OFF" position. v2e27i-057 Procedure to Start Engine_009 v2e27i-035 Choke lever Procedure to Stop Engine_003...
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Operation of Each Section Decal, engine switch Decal, accelerator Precautions for Operating the Machine Decal, brake Decal, clutch Caution Decal, groomer indication Under any circumstances drive the machine at Decal, light switch such a speed that you can stop it immediately Sticker, alignment 10300 for emergencies.
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Decal, engine switch This indicates the location of the engine switch. 8zq6pd-006 HIGH K4203000700 Decal, accelerator This indicates the positions for the high and low engine speeds. HIGH: High speed LOW: Low speed 6n6oux-014 K4209001200 Decal, brake It illustrates the locking position for the parking brake.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions K4203001610 Decal, light switch Note: Depending on the specifications, this function may not be available. It illustrates ON/OFF of the light. 6n6oux-086 1. ON 2. OFF K4209001230 Sticker, alignment 10300 (set of 2) Note: Depending on the specifications, this function may not be available.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Throttle Lever The throttle lever is located in the handle and enables you to adjust the engine rpm. Move the throttle lever toward HIGH (high speed) to increase the engine rpm, and toward LOW (low speed) to reduce the rpm.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions When the lever is set to the "Travel OFF" Main Clutch Lever position, both the drum and reel cutter (cutting cylinder) are not driven. Important Avoid quick operation. Carefully and slowly operate the machine. Important The main clutch is not activated unless the safety lock released.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Air adjusting plate Reel cutter (Cutting cylinder) Reel cover Close Away Engine Clutch Cover The engine clutch cover is located on the left side of the engine and covers the engine aqilnf-001 clutch. Open or close the engine clutch cover by Groomer Clutch Lever_001 removing or installing the lock bolt.
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Issue 1: The cutting height fluctuates due to the up- and-down movements of the mower caused by the weight of the grass catcher. Solution: The mower and grass catcher operate independently. Therefore, the mowing attitude of the...
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Effect 2: Cutting Work Since the load of the grass catcher does not affect the front roller, it is possible to reduce Cutting Work sinking (gouging or digging) caused by the front roller touching the ground when Warning entering the green.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Removing/Installing Traveling Tires Important Mow with the traveling tires removed. Use the traveling tires to move the machine by self-propelling. Removal of traveling tires: Set the machine on its stand. x9pzjh-003 Removing/Installing Traveling Tires_003 Traveling tires Follow the same steps to remove the traveling tire on the opposite side.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Handling Instructions Transporting Important Make sure that the wheel mounting plate fits Transporting Procedure into the groove in the drum shaft. If they do not engage, the wheel may fall off. Caution When loading and unloading the machine, wear non-slip shoes and travel slowly.
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.
○ Bed knife) as and when required *1: Consult your local Baroness Dealer for this service. ・ *2: Refer to the Engine's Owner's Manual. ・ The values for consumables are not guaranteed.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Add grease to A every 10 hours and B every Greasing 50 hours. About Greasing Frame & Transmission There are seven points in total on the left Since there may be adhesion or damage due and right.
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Reel bearing Left side 8bq62b-248 8bq62b-328 Greasing Points_005 Greasing Points_008 Drum housing Groomer Note: Depending on the specifications, this function may not be available. 8bq62b-249 Greasing Points_006 Front roller 8bq62b-252 There is one point each on the left and right.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Note: Maintenance (Mower) The figure below shows the situation when you see from the left frame. Adjustment of Cutter Adjustment Spring The right frame is mirror reversed. When the gap at the left frame side between...
Do not perform back lapping with any other persons. Have the following items ready: Strips of newspaper, Abrasive [Back lapping powder mixed with oil; or gel compound (Baroness vjbj2l-001 genuine abrasive)], Brush. Back Lapping of Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder)_002 Traveling/Working selector lever...
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Insert one or two strips of newspaper into the Connect the lapping machine or lapping space between the reel cutter (cutting handle to the lapping bolt of the machine. cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade) at an angle of 90 degrees.
Remove the lapping machine or lapping For sharpening the reel cutter (cutting handle. cylinder), contact your dealer or Baroness. If the outer diameter of the reel cutter (cutting Wash off or wipe off with a cloth, etc., the cylinder) after sharpening is more than the...
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Sharpening is necessary when the reel cutter The criteria for replacing the reel cutter (cutting (cutting cylinder) reaches a condition described cylinder) are described below. below. However, these criteria are only a reference and do not guarantee performance like that of When the sharpening width (length of a new reel cutter (cutting cylinder).
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11.5 mm (0.453 in) Specification with groomer: Caution Refer to the Tightening Torque table. Note that the Baroness product warranty may not apply to defects caused by incorrect or overtorque tightening, etc. Follow the steps below to replace the bearings and oil seals on the left and right ends of the reel cutter (cutting cylinder).
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Replacement of Bed Knife (Bottom Blade) Caution Both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade) are edged tools. Handle them carefully, since they could cut your hands and feet. Caution d5gd5v-003 Wear gloves when touching edged tools to Replacement of Bed Knife (Bottom Blade)_002 avoid cutting your hands.
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Remove the 2 bolts that secure the bed Remove the bed knife base COMP. knife base arm Assy and bed knife base COMP. 5ttm1g-004 Removing The Bed Knife Base_004 5ttm1g-002 Bed knife base COMP Removing The Bed Knife Base_002...
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COMP. Temporarily install the bed knife base arm Refer to the Tightening Torque table. with the bolt of the fulcrum seat. Note that the Baroness product warranty may not apply to defects caused by incorrect or overtorque tightening, etc. Important Make sure that there is no binding at the cam bushes in the frame of the mower unit.
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Tighten the bolt used to install the bed knife Make sure that the bed knife (bottom blade) base arm Assy, and then firmly secure it. contacts the reel cutter (cutting cylinder). kx7caa-003 kx7caa-005 Installation of Bed Knife Base_003...
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Adjust the positions of the cam bushes so Align the vertical hole in the fulcrum seat, that both sides cut. and then secure it. "Adjusting CAM" (Page 5-8) OK: The cutter adjustment bolt is centered Note: in the hole of the fulcrum seat.
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Remove the bed knife base COMP. See the list in Tightening torques. Place the bed knife base COMP on a stable Note that the Baroness product warranty may workbench. not apply to defects caused by incorrect or Remove the bed knife by loosening the overtorque tightening etc.
Caution Removing The Small Cover (Left) See the list in Tightening torques. Note that the Baroness product warranty may Insert an item such as a wooden hammer not apply to defects caused by incorrect or handle into the reel cutter to prevent it from overtorque tightening etc.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Insert an item such as a wooden hammer Adjusting nut handle into the reel cutter to prevent it from turning, and install the disk spring and the Make sure that the brake shoe does not lapping bolt.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Engine Bolt A Bolt B When adjusting the clutch wire: Make adjustment so that the operation distance of the clutch plate between gripping and releasing the main clutch lever will be 1.0 - 2.0 mm (0.039 - 0.079 in).
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Replacement of Engine Oil For details on handling the engine, please refer to the Owner's Manual for the engine. Warning When changing the engine oil, be sure to drain it into a container and discard it in accordance with local laws and regulations.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Angled Mismatch Troubleshooting Procedures of Aftercut Appearance Is the cutting height on both sides adjusted to be the same? Scalping Adjustment of cutting height Is the roller bracket secured? Is the bed knife (bottom blade) chipped?
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Overlap Marks Has the bed knife (bottom blade) become curved? Back lapping Surface grinding of bed knife (bottom blade) Replacement of bed knife (bottom blade) Loosening of blade engagement After loosening blade engagement, streaks still appear.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Blade does not cut Are genuine parts used for the blades? Is the grit size of the lapping Use lapping powder with a grit Replacement of blades with genuine parts powder #200 – #400? size of #200 – #400.
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC Maintenance Uneven Blade Engagement The unevenness is a difference of tightening torque between the left and right cutter adjustment nuts, or blade engagement on only one side, which cannot be adjusted. Promptly resolve the issue in order to maintain the optimum performance of the machine.