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- Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL REMOTE-OPERATED SLOPE MOWERS MODELS 52XP / 60XP / 72XP Revision B - 8/20 Printed in the USA All rights reserved. © 2020 RC Mowers RCMOWERSUSA.COM...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
T A B L E O F C O N T E N TS WELCOME .............. 1 ..............18 Transport Unit ........... 18 Release Transport Lock Product Registration ............1 MOWING INSTRUCTIONS ........18 Introduction to the Manual ..........1 ................. -
Page 3: Welcome
WELCOME Welcome to the RC Mowers family! Thank you for putting your trust and confidence in us. It is not lost on us that you have entrusted your team, your business, and your credibility to the performance of our mowers. We are confident that you are going to love running your RC Mowers machine. -
Page 4: Safety
Emission controls and DANGER: Indicates an IMMINENTLY components can only be adjusted by RC Mowers or an HAZARDOUS SITUATION If not avoided, WILL authorized engine manufacturer's service center. RESULT in death or serious injury. -
Page 5: Safety Decals
The safety decals on your machine are visual parts manual for your machine and may be ordered reminders of the important safety information in this from RC Mowers. (See Figure 2 for safety decal manual. All messages on your unit must be fully locations.) understood and carefully followed. -
Page 6: Safety Decal Image Definitions
SAFETY DECAL IMAGE DEFINITIONS 2. SAFETY WARNING! READ and understand the 1. HAZARD WARNINGS! Operator’s Manuals, safety signs, and information decals NEVER discharge toward people, before operating equipment. pets, or property. Thrown objects can cause injury or damage. Wear appropriate safety boots, gloves, and hard hat for protection when operating Keep children and others away... -
Page 7: Safety Rules
6. WARNINGS! 10. FUEL TANK WARNING! Overfilling may cause severe NEVER discharge toward people, damage to evaporative system. pets, or property. Thrown objects NEVER fill fuel tank when engine can cause injury or damage. is running, hot, or unit is indoors. Replace fuel cap securely and Keep children and others away clean up spilled fuel. - Page 8 Improper use of power equipment can cause serious NEVER allow children to operate the machine. permanent injury or death to the operator or a Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, bystander. shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your Understand: view of a child.
- Page 9 NEVER operate machine in a closed or poorly If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the ventilated area. machine. Make any necessary repairs before restarting. ALWAYS maintain unit in safe operating condition. A damaged or worn out muffler can cause a fire or NEVER leave a running machine unattended.
- Page 10 Fuel used should be 87 octane or higher. bottom of the slope. When in this position, all RC Mowers recommends 91 octane. See engine persons must be at least 30 feet to the side of the manual for further details.
- Page 11 gasoline container with an appropriately sized DO NOT attach external power sources without a dispensing spout. functioning battery installed. NO smoking, NO sparks, NO flames. Avoid electric shock. Objects contacting both battery terminals at the same time may result in injury and Remove gas-powered equipment from the trailer unit damage.
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Page 12: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Release any pneumatic or hydraulic pressure from components slowly. ALWAYS keep body and hands away from pin holes Avoid Injury WARNING: or nozzles which eject hydraulic fluid under Safety Read and understand the pressure. section before proceeding. Foreign fluid, such as hydraulic fluid, injected into body can result in gangrene. -
Page 13: Controls And Features
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Avoid Injury WARNING: Safety Read and understand the section before proceeding Figure 3 displays the controls and features locations. Figure 3 (key on next page) -
Page 14: Transmitter Unit (Remote Control)
Ignition Key 17. Fuel Tank Selection Valve Emergency Stop 18. Hood Latch Hour Meter 19. Battery Oil Pressure Warning Light 20. Parking Brake Malfunction Indicator Light 21. Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS) (EFI engines only) 22. Transaxle Bypass Valve (2) Fuel Tank and Cap (2) (under fans, not visible) Fuel Gauge (2) 23. -
Page 15: Oil Pressure Warning Light
(see Figure 8b). REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM The Remote Control (RC) System consists of: Radio transmitter (controller) • Radio receiver (inside machine) • Linear actuators (2) • Inclinometer • Optional equipment (such as Gate interface • Figure 8a – 52XP tools). -
Page 16: Radio Transmitter
RADIO TRANSMITTER The PTO will automatically turn off when enable mode is deactivated (i.e., after 10 seconds of no The transmitter is equipped with a (see Figure 10) joystick input). joystick, pushbuttons, and toggle switches for the various functions. It runs on a 3.7V rechargeable When the E-STOP is pressed down on the battery. -
Page 17: Inclinometer (Machine Angle)
and green lights near the charging port of the If the machine inclinometer measures an angle of transmitter indicate the status of the charger: 70 degrees or more (i.e., a rollover accident), the PTO and engine will automatically turn off. The machine Red light indicates battery is charging •... -
Page 18: General Information For The Remote Control System
ID code/RF channel The maximum recommended ethanol content is sequence for which it is set. This feature allows 10%. RC Mowers recommends using a quality multiple systems to work in close proximity to one fuel stabilizer in all fuel. (RC Mowers another without interference. -
Page 19: Set Cutting Height
SET CUTTING HEIGHT NOTICE: All references to left, right, front, or rear are given from the perspective of operator standing See Figure 12. behind the machine, facing the direction of forward 1. Pull deck lift handle forward until transport travel. lock engages. -
Page 20: Stop The Engine
NOTICE: Never engage the PTO if the mower is 2. Turn both transaxle bypass valves 1/4 turn plugged with grass or debris. This may cause clockwise to the bypass position. damage to the electric clutch. 3. Release parking brake and push unit to desired location. -
Page 21: Mowing Techniques
Diagonal The operator and any observers must not stand directly below the mower in case the mower were to Running the mower on a diagonal 45-degree angle slide or roll over. While a rollover is rare, it is from the slope is the best way to mow most possible in certain conditions. -
Page 22: Maintenance
• dusty conditions, or airborne debris). Air filter service (SVC AIRFILTER) • Your RC Mowers dealer can provide service and The service intervals preset into the hour meter adjustments to keep your unit operating at peak are: efficiency. Contact an authorized engine Hydraulic oil and filter: After first 75 •... -
Page 23: Maintenance Schedule
NOTICE: The preset engine oil service intervals SERVICE PARTS are normal recommended intervals. Specific Contact RC Mowers to purchase service parts for engine manufacturer’s recommendations may your unit. vary. Common Service Parts To clear a service message, press the Mode... -
Page 24: Check Hydraulic System
6. After oil has drained, remove oil filter and CHECK HYDRAULIC SYSTEM discard. 7. Wipe filter-mounting surface clean. Check Hydraulic Oil Level 8. Lubricate rubber gasket on new oil filter See Figure 17. with clean hydraulic oil. Service 1. Place unit in service position. See 9. -
Page 25: Check Mower Blades
SHARPEN BLADES 5. Start the engine and slowly move steering joystick forward and backward 5 or 6 times. 6. Stop engine. WARNING: DO NOT sharpen blades while 7. Turn transaxle bypass valves to operating attached to unit. Move Unit Manually position. -
Page 26: Check Parking Brake
If measurements are within • specification, no adjustment is needed. If measurements are outside • specification, contact RC Mowers at Figure 22 (920) 634-2227. Clean Battery 3. Return hood to operating position. 1. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with a wire brush. -
Page 27: Charge Battery
Install Battery 6. Reinstall battery. See page 25. Jump Starting RC Mowers does not recommend jump-starting your unit. Jump-starting can damage engine and control Figure 23 system components. Damage is more likely when battery is faulty or missing. Refer to engine manual SERVICE AND for details. -
Page 28: Replace Mower Belts
Service 1. Place unit in service position. See 3. Position mower deck at lowest cutting Position on page 20. height. 2. Remove defective fuse. 4. Remove wing knobs securing belt covers to deck and remove belt covers. 3. Determine cause of fuse failure and repair condition. - Page 29 Remove Mower Drive Belt See Figure 27 and Figure 28. 1. Slowly remove spring hook from anchor bolt to release tension from belt idler. 2. Remove mower drive belt. Figure 29 Install PTO Belt Figure 27 – 52 in. Deck NOTICE: Mower drive belt MUST be installed before Install Mower Drive Belt PTO belt.
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Page 30: Replace Transaxle Drive Belt
NOTICE: Make sure belts are correctly aligned in 5. Remove hardware securing clutch stop pulleys. bracket to frame and remove bracket (see Figure 33). 5. Reinstall belt covers and secure with wing knobs. 6. Close footboard. REPLACE TRANSAXLE DRIVE BELT Remove Transaxle Drive Belt 1. -
Page 31: Adjust Anti-Scalp Wheels
3. Reconnect idler arm spring to eye bolt and 1. Stop engine, remove key, and wait for secure bolt to unit with nut. moving parts to stop and for hot parts to cool. NOTICE: A short length of rope or cable folded 2. -
Page 32: Level And Pitch Mower Deck
Install 4. Reinstall PTO belt around clutch. See 6. Slowly disconnect lift-assist springs from PTO Belt on page 27. spring peg on each side of deck (see 5. Push deck lift pedal completely forward to Figure 37.) engage transport lock. 6. - Page 33 d. Tighten jam nuts against deck-leveling links. Adjust Blade Pitch NOTICE: Side-to-side deck heights MUST remain even after completing pitch adjustment. Figure 40 NOTICE: Pitching the front of the blades lower than If the front measurement is not 3.2 mm (1/8") lower the rear provides a balance between cut quality and than the rear measurements, adjust the blade pitch.
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Page 34: Reverse Clutch Brake Plates
Check Clutch REVERSE CLUTCH BRAKE PLATES Service See Figure 43. 1. Place unit in service position. See 5. Remove hardware securing brake plates to Position on page 20. clutch bracket. Retain for reinstallation. 2. Measure gap between the armature and 6. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting
Connect spark plug wire(s) or replace spark plug(s). Refer to engine plug(s) are faulty. manual. Electrical system is faulty. Contact your RC Mowers Dealer or RC Mowers at (920) 634-2227. Engine is faulty. Contact your RC Mowers Dealer or RC Mowers at (920) 634-2227. Before Operation Fuel tank is empty. -
Page 36: Troubleshooting The Remote Control
If, after following these instructions, the system still damage. For the best effectiveness, add does not function, contact your RC Mowers dealer. stabilizer to all fuel containers whenever Alternatively Contact RC Mowers at: purchasing fuel. -
Page 37: Accessories
ACCESSORIES This device is granted for use in Mobile only configurations per Part 2.1091(b) in which the antennas used must be installed to provide a See RCMOWERSUSA.COM for a complete list of separation distance of at least 20cm from all person compatible accessories and attachments for your and not be co-located with any other transmitters unit. -
Page 38: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 52XP 60XP 72XP 52" Unit 60" Unit 72" Unit Description Engine Kawasaki FX850V Kawasaki FX850V Kawasaki FX921V Displacement 852cc 852cc 999cc Maximum RPM – No Load 3600 +100/-50 Oil Capacity Refer to engine manual Liquid or Air Cooled... - Page 39 Fast charger temperature range +5˚C to +60˚C Operating temperature – Radio -40˚C to +85˚C Storage temperature -40˚C to +100˚C RF Frequency 2.4 GHz RF Transmit power (EIRP) 100 mW LCD display operating range (if equipped) -20˚C to +70˚C Vibration 3G to 200Hz Shock NEMA Receiver...
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Page 40: Limited Warranty
90 days after the date of purchase. An authorized RC Mowers dealer will repair any defect in material or workmanship, and repair or replace any defective part, subject to the conditions, limitations and exclusions set forth herein. Such repair or replacement will be free of charge (labor and parts) to the original purchaser;... -
Page 41: Disclaimer
Limitation of Remedy and Damages RC Mowers liability under this warranty, and under any implied warranty that may exist, is limited to repair of any defect in workmanship, and repair or replacement of any defective part. RC Mowers shall not be liable for incidental, special, or consequential damages (including lost profits). - Page 42 2146 Deerfield Ave E., Suamico, WI 54173 RCMOWERSUSA.COM (920) 634-2227 RCMOWERSUSA.COM To find an authorized dealer visit or contact us by mail or phone. WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.