Textron Ransomes Parkway 2250 Plus Safety And Operation Manual

Textron Ransomes Parkway 2250 Plus Safety And Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 YEARS OF MOWING EXCELLENCE...
  • Page 2 © 2002, Ransomes Jacobsen Limited. All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL CONTENTS PAGE CONTENTS ........................ 1 INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT ......................2 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ..................2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..................3 SAFETY SIGNS ......................3 STARTING THE ENGINE ..................... 3 DRIVING THE MACHINE .................... 3 TRANSPORTING ......................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 2.1 IMPORTANT IMPORTANT: This is a precision machine and the service obtained from it depends on the way it is operated and maintained. This SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL should be regarded as part of the machine. Suppliers of both new and second-hand machines are advised to retain documentary evidence that this manual was provided with the machine.
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL • Remember that some people are deaf or This safety symbol indicates important safety blind and that children and animals can messages in this manual. When you see this be unpredictable.
  • Page 6: Leaving The Driving Position

    RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL • Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. 3.6 LEAVING THE DRIVING POSITION • When working underneath lifted parts or • Park the machine on level ground. machines, make sure adequate support Is •...
  • Page 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL • If for any reason a leak in the fuel system is suspected, the vehicle should be moved to an isolated area clear of buildings & people and as far as possible from drains and any source of ignition.
  • Page 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL WARNING WARNING California Proposition 65 Batteries produce explosive gases and Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, contain corrosive acid and supply levels and certain vehicle components contain of electrical current high enough to cause or emit chemicals known to the state of burns.
  • Page 9: Guidelines For The Disposal Of Scrap Products

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 3.10 GUIDELINES FOR THE DISPOSAL • Other worn out items should be OF SCRAP PRODUCTS separated into material groups for recycling and disposal consistent with When it has been identified that a turf care available facilities.
  • Page 10: Specifications

    RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL ENGINE SPECIFICATION Tyres: TYPE: Kubota 28Kw @ 3000rpm, 4 Front - 26 x 12 -12 Dico Multi-Trac cylinder (in-line) vertical Diesel Rear - 20 x 10 - 8 Multi-Trac engine, 4-stroke, water cooled, Pressures: All tyres 1.0 kg/cm...
  • Page 11: Vibration Level

    RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL VIBRATION 4.7 CUTTING PERFORMANCE The machine was tested for whole body and hand/arm vibration levels. The operator was seated in the 45 cuts per meter at 12 km/hr with 8 knife floating normal operating postion with both hands on the head units.
  • Page 12: Conformity Certificates

    Make & Type • Nom & Type • Merk & Type • Marke und Typ • Marca e tipo • Fabrikat og type • Fabrikat & typ • Malli ja tyyppi • Marca y Tipo • Marca & Tipo ....Ransomes Parkway 2250 Plus Category •...
  • Page 13 SPECIFICATIONS RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL Conformity Assessment Procedure • Procédure de conformité•évaluation • Conformiteitsbeoordelingsprocedur • Verfahren zur Beurteilung der Konformität • Procedura di valutazione conformità • Procedure for overensstemmelsesvurdering • Procedur för utvärderande av uppfyllande • Yhdenmukaisuuden arviointiproseduuri • Procedimiento de evaluación de conformidad • Processo de avaliação de conformidade Annex VI, Part 1•...
  • Page 14: Decals

    RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS DECALS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 5.1 SAFETY DECALS A903491 Read Operator's Manual. A903489 Keep a Safe Distance from the Machine. A903492 Stay Clear of Hot Surfaces. A903488 Do Not Open or Remove Safety Shields While the Engine is Running.
  • Page 15: Controls

    CONTROLS RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL CONTROLS 6.1 STARTER KEY SWITCH The starter key (A) should be turned clockwise to the 'pre- heat' (No. 2) position to heat the glowplugs when the green warning lamp goes out on warning lamp disply module turn the starter key clockwise to the 'start' (No.
  • Page 16: Transport Latches

    CONTROLS RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 6.6 TRANSPORT LATCHES When transporting the machine ensure the cutting units are raised and the transport latches (A) are engaged. 6.7 PARKING BRAKES The parking brake (B) is engaged when the lever is moved toward the operator.
  • Page 17: Cutting Unit Switches

    RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS CONTROLS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 6.10 CUTTING UNIT SWITCHES To commence cutting ensure speed limiter is in mow position and the cylinders have been lowered Push bottom of the rocker switch (A) and depress foot switch (B) Push top of rocker switch to stop cutter unit rotation.
  • Page 18: Instrument Panel

    RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 6.13 INSTRUMENT PANEL ENGINE PREHEAT INDICATOR LAMP Colour green, on when the ignition switch is turned clockwise to the pre-heat position. Once the lamp goes out the engine can be started. ENGINE TEMPARATURE GUAGE Indicates current temparature of engine, whilst running.
  • Page 19: Diff Lock Control

    RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL BLOCKED HYDRAULIC FILTER INDICATOR. Monitors Hyd filter condition. Colured red, Illuminates prior to filter bypass valve operating, when illuminated filter requires changing. The lamp should illuminated while the engine is preheating as a test.
  • Page 20: Operation

    OPERATION RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 7.1 DAILY INSPECTION CAUTION The daily inspection should be performed only when the engine is off and all fluids are cold. Lower implements to the ground, engage parking brake, stop engine and remove ignition key.
  • Page 21: Operator Presence And Safety Interlock System

    OPERATION RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 7.2 OPERATOR PRESENCE AND SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM The operator presence & safety interlock system prevents the engine from starting unless the parking brake is engaged, the mowing device is off and the operator is not in the seat. The system also stops the engine if the operator leaves the seat with the mowing device engaged or the traction pedal out of neutral.
  • Page 22: Operating Procedure

    OPERATION RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 7.3 OPERATING PROCEDURE CAUTION To help prevent injury, always wear safety glasses, leather work shoes or boots, a hard hat and ear protection. Under no circumstances should the engine be started without the operator seated on the tractor.
  • Page 23 OPERATION RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL WARNING DO NOT USE ON SLOPES GREATER THAN 15° Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Read Section 3.7. Use caution when operating near drop off points. Never use your hands to clean cutting units. Use a brush to remove grass clippings from blades.
  • Page 24: Starting The Engine

    RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 7.4 STARTING THE ENGINE Engage the cutting mechanism by pushing on the lower half of cutting unit switch and The following procedure is for starting cold engines. operating the floor mounted switch.
  • Page 25: Pushing The Machine With The Engine Stopped

    OPERATION RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 7.8 PUSHING THE MACHINE WITH THE ENGINE STOPPED 1. To push, disengage the parking brake. 2. Turn screw (A) located on the underside of the transmission pump 1 turn counterclockwise. Set the steering wheel so that the rear wheels are pointing straight ahead.
  • Page 26: Adjustments

    ADJUSTMENTS RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 8.1 HEIGHT OF CUT The height of cut can be set between: 13mm (1/2in) and 51mm (2in) (61mm on the spanner adjust) on the Magna 250 fixed head. 13mm (1/2in) and 35mm (1 3/8in) on the Sport 200 floating head standard blade.
  • Page 27: Seat (Grammer Gs85/90)

    ADJUSTMENTS RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 8.2 SEAT (GS85/90) The seat can be adjusted for operator's weight and leg reach to provide a comfortable position for operating the machine. 1. ADJUSTMENT FOR OPERATOR WEIGHT To Adjust: The position of the adjusting knob (A) is on the front of the seat, in the centre below the seat cushion.
  • Page 28: Seat (Grammer Msg 20)

    ADJUSTMENTS RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 8.3 SEAT (MSG20) The seat can be adjusted for leg reach and back rest angle to provide a comfortable position for operating the machine. 1. FORE AND AFT ADJUSTMENT To Adjust: The position of the adjusting lever (B) is on the right hand side of the seat below the seat cushion .
  • Page 29: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 9.1 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART DIESEL POWERED MACHINES l i f l i f l i f l i f l i f l i f & & t t i...
  • Page 30: Lubrication And Maintenance Chart Lpg Powered Machines

    RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 9.2 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART LPG POWERED MACHINES / y l y l i l l i l i o t l i f t l i f l i o t l i f r t r &...
  • Page 31: Daily Checks

    MAINTENANCE RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 9.3 DAILY CHECKS (Every 8 working hours) Oil Level. Check level of oil in sump. Remove dipstick (A) wipe and replace and check that oil is up to the maximum mark. Top up with SAE30 if neccesary. It is important that this test is carried out with the engine cold and vehicle parked on level ground.
  • Page 32: Guarantee / Sales & Service

    GUARANTEE / SALES & SERVICE RANSOMES PARKWAY 2250 PLUS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL GUARANTEE We GUARANTEE that should any defect in workmanship or material occur in the goods within TWO YEARS or two thousand hours (on models equipped with hour meters), or whichever occurs first.
  • Page 34 World Class Quality, Performance and Support Equipment from Ransomes Jacobsen Limited is built to exacting standards ensured by ISO 9001 registration at all our manufacturing locations. A worldwide dealer network and factory-trained technicians backed by Ransomes Jacobsen Parts Xpress provide reliable, high-quality product support.

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