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5-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.10134- Original Instructions Ver.1.3...
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LM285 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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LM285 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.
LM285 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 untrained personnel to service...
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LM285 Safety Replace all fuel tanks and container caps Never operate the machine with damaged securely. guards, shields, or without safety protective devices in place. Check that operator’s presence controls, Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted safety switches and shields are attached and and functioning properly.
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LM285 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.
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LM285 Safety Be careful durig adjustment of the machine to prevent entrapment of the fingers between moving blades and fixed parts of the machine. On multi-cylinder/multi-reel machines take care as rotating one cylinder/reel can cause other cylinder/reels to rotate. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
LM285 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...
LM285 Product Overview Specifications Specifications Model LM285 Mower roller type 265 cm Total length Mower wheel type 276 cm Dimensions During operation 303 cm Total width During transport 234 cm Total height 193 cm Weight 1,230 kg Minimum turning radius...
LM285 Product Overview Vibration level Brake pedal Throttle lever Hand-arm vibration Seat This machine was confirmed to transmit a Hood maximum vibration level of less than 3.81 m/s Muffler to hands and arms by measuring identical Mower unit #5 machines in accordance with the procedure Parking brake lever specified in ISO5349-1:2001-5349-2:2001.
Part numbers for labels that need to be replaced are listed in the parts catalog. kj8jic-001 Order them from a Baroness dealer or Decal, Specifications_001 Kyoeisha. Noise Emission Decal Positions of the Decals (Warning and...
LM285 Product Overview Warning and Instruction Decals LM285--0967Z0 Decal, operating lever Warning Read the 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.
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LM285 Product Overview K4209001000 Decal, diesel fuel refueling hole Use No. 2 diesel fuel. (Low sulfur or ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel only) K 4 2 0 9 0 0 1 0 0 0 qigqnx-021 K4205001540 Decal, caution to hot parts Caution High temperature - Do not touch.
LM285 Handling Instructions Inspection Before Use Cleaning of Radiator Cover Be sure to perform an inspection before you start Important using the machine so that you will be able to take An unclean radiator cover may cause advantage of its optimum performance for a long overheating or damage to the engine.
LM285 Handling Instructions Make sure that the coolant level in the Important reserve tank is between "Full" and "Low." Do not use solid objects, such as a spatula or screwdriver, or high-pressure water to clean the radiator or oil cooler.
LM285 Handling Instructions Relationship between concentration of long-life Change of Coolant coolant (LLC) and freezing temperature For details on handling the engine, please refer LLC concentration Freezing temperature to the separate Engine Operating Manual. (volume %) Down to -10 °C (14 °F) 20%...
LM285 Handling Instructions Make sure that the oil level is at the middle Important of the oil gauge. Do not use solid objects, such as a spatula or screwdriver, or high-pressure water to clean the radiator or oil cooler. Otherwise, special fins or tubes may be damaged, possibly resulting in reduced cooling performance or coolant leakage.
LM285 Handling Instructions Raise the mower units and maintain that Remove the tank cap, pour new oil from the position on a level surface, and then check fill port until the oil level reaches the middle to see if the oil level is at the middle of the of the oil gauge on the hydraulic tank, then oil gauge.
LM285 Handling Instructions Make sure that the air cleaner element is Air cleaner element not contaminated. Clip Air cleaner cap Air cleaner body Change of Air Cleaner For details on handling the engine, please refer to the separate Engine Operating Manual.
LM285 Handling Instructions Make sure that the battery fluid level is If the battery fluid level is lower than between the UPPER LEVEL (maximum halfway between the UPPER LEVEL fluid level line) and the LOWER LEVEL (maximum) line and LOWER LEVEL (minimum fluid level line).
LM285 Handling Instructions Position the machine so that the engine will Belt be level, then insert the oil gauge all the way to check the oil level. Inspection of Belt Caution If you have removed the shield during inspection, make sure that you re-attach it in the original position securely.
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LM285 Handling Instructions Change the engine oil more frequently if the Important engine oil is contaminated and, especially, if Be sure to use engine oil that is classified as you use the machine in dusty areas or operate API Service Grade CF or higher, with an SAE...
LM285 Handling Instructions Fuel Fuel gauge Refuel up to the middle (marked in red) of the Inspection of Fuel Quantity fuel gauge. With the machine on a level surface, observe The fuel tank capacity is approximately 38.0 the fuel gauge in the operation panel to check (38.0 L).
LM285 Handling Instructions Tightening torques Standard tightening torques Bolts and screws Unless otherwise instructed, tighten bolts or nuts by the specified torque using an appropriate tool. Excessive tightening of a screw may cause it to become loose or damaged. The appropriate tightening torque depends on factors such as the type of screw, its strength, and the friction of its thread and bearing surface.
LM285 Handling Instructions Tightening torque Thread locking Portion Code Part name adhesive kgf-cm lb-in Since it may be difficult to tighten bolts and nuts Bolt, heat-treated, small, in the upper front left area of the engine, the K0017100252 10-25 P1.25 strength category should be 4.8 torque.
LM285 Handling Instructions Adjustment of Cutting Height Reel rotation/stop switching lever Rotate Roller (Roller Type) Stop Adjust the cutting height to fit your cutting work. Adjust the engagement between the reel cutter You can adjust the front roller in four stages.
LM285 Handling Instructions Use the cutting height gauge to Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) determine the position, then tighten Front roller cutting height adjustment nut B securely. Cutting height gauge Bed knife (Bottom blade) Cutting height adjustment nut A Cutting height adjustment nut B...
LM285 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"...
LM285 Handling Instructions When the starter starts rotating and the Leave the driver's seat. engine starts, return the ignition key to the Close the fuel cock. "ON" position slowly. The fuel cock is located by the side of the fuel tank.
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LM285 Handling Instructions K4209001200 Instruction Decals Decal, brake 3 4 5 6n6oux-006 6n6oux-003 Instruction Decals_004 Instruction Decals_001 K4203001220 Anti-reverse reel rotation stopper Decal, engine rotation Reel rotation lever Up/down lever for mower unit #5 Up/down lever for mower units #1, #2...
LM285 Handling Instructions K4203001300 Note: Decal, reel rotation The factory default engine rpm (maximum) is set to 3,100 rpm. 6n6oux-009 Instruction Decals_007 ef6hsk-002 Throttle Lever_001 Light Switch Throttle lever The light switch is located beneath the left side High of the meter panel.
LM285 Handling Instructions The reel up/down lever is located on the right The stop valve is located underneath the right side of the driver's seat and raises or lowers the side of the driver's seat. mower units. This valve prevents the raised mower units #1, There are three reel up/down levers.
LM285 Handling Instructions The anti-reverse reel rotation stopper is located Reel Rotation Lever on the right side of the driver's seat. It prevents the reel cutters (cutting cylinders) from rotating Caution in reverse during cutting work. Except for lapping operations, be sure to shift The reel rotation lever must be shifted to an the stopper knob to the "FOR MOWING"...
LM285 Handling Instructions Parking Brake Lever Reel rotation/stop switching lever Rotate Stop Caution Be sure to release the parking brake before Traveling Pedal driving. It may result in the brakes or hydraulic Warning system malfunction. This machine is not authorized as a special motor vehicle.
LM285 Handling Instructions Hook the hood support rod to the latch inside Remove two bolts located on the rear of the the hood. seat. Make sure that the hood will not close, then release your hands. ljffir-001 Underseat Cover_001 i5jb7e-001...
LM285 Handling Instructions Remove the load from the engine, idle the Tachometer/Hour meter machine for five minutes, stop the engine, and Water temperature gauge then inspect the machine and perform any Fuel gauge necessary maintenance. Pilot lamps (charge lamp, thermo-start...
LM285 Handling Instructions Pilot Lamps Thermo-start lamp Oil Pressure Lamp Charge Lamp The oil pressure lamp is the right pilot lamp The charge lamp is the left pilot lamp located in located in the operation panel. the operation panel. It turns on when the ignition key is set to the It turns on when the ignition key is set to the "ON"...
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LM285 Handling Instructions Towing (See the following instruction.) ・ Unload valve Caution Important Tow the machine at a low speed while paying close attention. Before towing, be sure to open the unload valves in two locations. Caution While pressing the push button, release the...
LM285 Handling Instructions Cutting Work Transporting Cutting Operation Transporting Procedure When loading the machine onto a trailer or a Warning truck to transport it, do either of the following if Do NOT start to move or stop the machine the roof is installed on the machine.
LM285 Maintenance Maintenance Precautions...... Page 5-2 Maintenance Schedule......Page 5-2 Specified Values........Page 5-4 Main Consumable Parts......Page 5-4 Jacking up the machine......Page 5-4 About the Jacking up the machine..Page 5-4 Jack-up Points........Page 5-5 Greasing..........Page 5-6 About the Lubrication......Page 5-6...
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.
LM285 Maintenance Front left frame Jack-up Points rwyt62-020 Jack-up Points_003 Rear right pivot rwyt62-021 rwyt62-031 Jack-up Points_004 Rear left pivot Jack-up Points_001 Front right frame Front left frame Rear right pivot Rear left pivot Rear center frame Front right frame...
LM285 Maintenance Greasing No. of Location Greasing About the Lubrication Points Front roller The moving parts of this machine need to be Rear roller lubricated as a lack of grease on such parts could cause them to seize or be damaged.
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LM285 Maintenance Reel housing Mower #2 and #3 There is one greasing point on each mower unit. 8bq62b-044 Type R_007 Mower #4 and #5 8bq62b-041 Type R_004 Mower arm fulcrum There is one greasing point on each mower unit. 8bq62b-045...
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LM285 Maintenance Pivot Piston pump Use jack stands to support the machine and apply grease. Middle between the rear wheels 8bq62b-050 Type R_013 Unload lever fulcrum 8bq62b-047 Type R_010 Rear right wheel 8bq62b-051 Type R_014 Traveling pedal fulcrum 8bq62b-048 Type R_011...
Do not perform lapping with any other persons. Have the following items ready: Strips of newspaper, Abrasive [Lapping powder mixed with oil; or gel compound (Baroness genuine abrasive)], Brush. 8bq62b-054 Type R_017 Maintenance (Mower) Lapping of Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder)
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LM285 Maintenance Insert two or three strips of newspaper into Knob 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.
Caution Front Tires_001 Refer to the Tightening Torque table. Heat-treated bolt Note that the Baroness product warranty may not apply to defects caused by incorrect or Place the jack beneath the jack-up point of overtorque tightening. the front left/right frame area securely, then raise it until the tire lifts off the ground.
LM285 Maintenance If the belt becomes slack due to frequent use, it Adjust the parking brake by tightening the brake may jump or slip. wire adjustment bolt. In addition, if it is overtightened, it may wear prematurely. If necessary, adjust it, and always check the belt for appropriate tension.
LM285 Maintenance Immediately after replacement, drive to break Follow the same steps to adjust the rear in the brakes if the effectiveness of the brakes wheels. is low. Change of Constant Velocity Joint While driving, lightly operate the brakes to break in the contact areas.
LM285 Maintenance The machine uses a mini fuse for automobiles. Long-Term Storage Replace an old fuse with a new fuse of the specified capacity. Before Long-Term Storage Remove dirt, grass clippings, debris, oil ・ stains etc. completely. Supply oil and apply grease to appropriate ・...
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