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5-Unit Rotary Mower Owner's Operating Manual Serial No. GM2800B:12370- "Required reading" Read this manual and the Owner's Manual for the engine before using the machine. Ver.1.4...
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GM2800B Greeting Thank you for purchasing the Baroness product. This manual describes the proper handling, adjustment, and inspection of your product. We hope you will use the product safely, and take advantage of its best performance. Keeping the Owner's Operating Manual Keep this Manual in the box located in the rear of the seat.
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The operator is responsible for operating the product properly and safely. Maintenance should only be performed by a certified specialist. If you have any questions concerning maintenance or genuine parts, please contact your local Baroness dealer or Kyoeisha. When making inquiries about the product, please specify the product's model designation and serial number.
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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. Prior to use, carefully read the following manuals to thoroughly understand the contents for safe and correct operation.
GM2800B 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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GM2800B Safety Add fuel before starting the engine. Engage clutch slowly, always keep Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or machine in gear, especially when traveling add fuel while the engine is running or downhill. when the engine is hot.
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GM2800B Safety Keep hands and feet away from the cutting Maintenance and storage units and the rotating parts. Disengage drives on level ground, lower the Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely atattachments, set parking brake, stop necessary. engine and remove key from ignition.
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GM2800B Safety Be extremely careful with high-pressure oil as it may pierce your skin, result. If fluid is injected into the skin it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene may result.
GM2800B 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.
GM2800B Product Overview Specifications Specifications Model GM2810 Total length 145.67 in 370 cm During operation 118.11 in 300 cm Total width Dimensions During transport 90.55 in 230 cm Roof 90.55 in 230 cm Total height Steering wheel 64.96 in 165 cm...
GM2800B 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 89dB by measuring identical machines in accordance with the procedure specified in ISO 5395-1:2013.
GM2800B Product Overview Regulation Decals Specification decal (For Europe) Positions of Regulation Decals The Specification decal indicates the CE marking, model , and weight, etc. kj8jic-001 Specification decal_001 Noise emission decal (For Europe) The noise emission decal indicates the sound...
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GM2800B Product Overview ROPS compliance decal Recycle decal The ROPS compliance decal indicates the Recycle Decal illustrates Recycle Mark in manufacturer, model, etc., in accordance with accordance with local regulation. International Standard ISO 21299:2009. (For Europe) y7wov5-001 c3td3e-003 ROPS compliance decal_001...
6iul4h-040 Positions of Safety Decals and Instruction Decals_002 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 14,15...
GM2800B Product Overview Operation decal Caution Engine start/stop decal Caution to mutilation decal Rollover - Do not work on slopes of 15 Caution to hot parts decal degrees or more. Caution to injury decal When you descend a slope, lower the mower units and then drive at low speed.
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GM2800B Product Overview Engine start/stop decal Caution to mutilation decal K4205001630 K4205001600 Decal, start/stop engine DECAL, CAUTION TO MUTILATION Warning Warning May cut your hand or leg - Stop the cutter rotation and engine. Otherwise you may get Read the Owner's Operating Manual.
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GM2800B Product Overview Caution to injury decal Hydraulic oil icon K4205001580 K4209000980 Decal, caution to injure Hydraulic oil icon Read the Owner's Operating Manual. Caution May pinch - There is a risk of being pinched. i77xz6-001 Hydraulic oil icon_001 Diesel fuel icon...
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GM2800B Product Overview Fire prohibited decal Caution for spouting coolant decal K4205001940 K4205001970 Decal, fire prohibited Decal, caution for spouting coolant Warning Caution Keep away from fire. Caution for spouting coolant - Do not open while hot. r653fo-001 Fire prohibited decal_001...
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GM2800B Product Overview Caution for hand or leg injury decal Caution to noise decal K4205001780 K4205002090 Decal, caution for hand or leg injury Decal, caution to noise Warning May cut your hand or leg - When the blades are rotating, keep away from the machine.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Inspection Before Use Be sure to perform an inspection before you start using the machine so that you will be able to take advantage of its optimum performance for a long period of time. Rotary Knife Inspection of Rotary Knife...
GM2800B Handling Instructions Radiator Coolant Inspection of Radiator Inspection of Coolant Make sure that there is no damage to the Caution radiator. Do not touch the radiator or coolant during Make sure that the radiator is not engine operation or immediately after the contaminated.
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GM2800B Handling Instructions Coolant Supply Reserve tank Reserve tank cap Caution If no coolant is in the reserve tank, follow Do not touch the radiator or coolant during the steps below to fill the tank with clean engine operation or right after the engine has water.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Oil cooler Hydraulic Oil Inspection of Oil Cooler Inspection of Hydraulic Oil Make sure that there is no damage to the The oil gauge is on the side of the hydraulic oil cooler. tank. Make sure that the oil cooler is not Raise the mower units and maintain that contaminated.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Tighten the tank cap securely. Cleaning of Air Cleaner Start the engine, raise and lower the mower A contaminated air cleaner element may units, and turn the steering wheel left and cause malfunction of the engine. right.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Press the reset button for the vacuum indicator. 48yhlu-008 Inspection of Battery_001 n6arn7-002 Heat shield plate Cleaning of Air Cleaner_002 Muffler Reset button Clean the areas around the battery fluid Vacuum indicator level lines using a cloth damped with water.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Tire Supply of Battery Fluid Inspection of Tires Danger Danger Check the pneumatic pressure of the tires. Be careful not to let your skin, eyes or clothes, Make sure that there are no cracks, etc., come into contact with the battery fluid or damage or abnormal wear.
GM2800B Handling Instructions The appropriate oil level should be between Wire the upper and lower limit lines on the gauge. Inspection of Wire Make sure that the wire is not cracked or damaged. If the wire is cracked or damaged, replace it with a new one immediately.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Fuel Supply of Engine Oil Inspection of Fuel Quantity Important With the machine on a level surface, observe Do not supply too much engine oil. Otherwise, the fuel gauge in the operation panel to check the engine may be damaged.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Oil Leakage Inspection of Oil Leakage Caution When performing maintenance on the hydraulic system, lower the mower units. F U E L After approximately 50 hours of operation, some tightened portions may be loosened 2e4emp-001 and oil and grease may leak.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Tightening torques Important Refer to the Tightening Torque table. Note that the Baroness product warranty may not apply to defects caused by incorrect or overtorque tightening, etc. Standard tightening torques Bolts and Nuts Important A number of bolts are used in each part of this machine.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Principal tightening torques Tightening Torque by Model GM2800B Tighten the following bolts and nuts at the torque specified in the table. For thread locking adhesive, apply a middle strength thread locker (ThreeBond 1322 or equivalent anaerobic sealant).
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GM2800B Handling Instructions Tightening torque Thread locking Location Code Part name adhesive kgf-cm lb-in K1610000020 Tie rod end slotted nut 458.87 398.30 - Tie rod K1611000020 Tie rod end slotted nut 458.87 398.30 - 67 - 683.20 - 593.02 -...
GM2800B Handling Instructions Turn the suspension adjustment handle to Adjustment Before Operating adjust the firmness of the seat suspension. Refer to the suspension indicator while Adjustment of Steering Wheel making adjustments. [45 to 130 kg (99.2 to 286.6 lb)] Warning...
GM2800B Handling Instructions Adjustment of Cutting Height Adjustment With Adjusting Collars Cutting Height Table Adjusting collars are installed at three locations on each mower unit. The adjustment range for the cutting height is Important 20.0 - 91.5 mm (0.79 - 3.60 in).
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GM2800B Handling Instructions To decrease cutting height: Important Remove a lower adjusting collar and insert it above. Do not cut off more than 1/3 of the grass height. Apply the parking brake, and then lower all mower units. Stop the engine, and then remove the key.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Lower the mower unit to change the Important hole positions, and then temporarily secure it with the two bolts. Starter operation must take 15 seconds or less. If the engine does not start, stop using the battery for 30 to 60 seconds to avoid exhausting the battery.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Apply the parking brake. Important Set the knife rotation switch to the "OFF" Quickly returning the ignition key from the position. "START" position to the "ON" position may Shift the throttle lever to the "Low speed" result in damage to the machine.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Warning Mechanisms Operation of Each Section Cautions for when You Leave the Machine Important When the buzzer (intermittent tone) sounds, Caution be sure to stop operation since the engine is If the brakes are not sufficiently effective, use overheated.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Key switch mark Rotation Knife rotation switch mark Stop 2WD/4WD selector mark 2WD/4WD selector mark Traction assist switch mark 2WD/4WD selector mark Light switch mark This indicates the 2WD/4WD positions. Pilot lamp mark Mower unit up/down lever mark...
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GM2800B Handling Instructions Light switch mark Mower unit up/down lever mark Note: Mower unit up/down lever mark Depending on the specifications, this function This indicates the Up/Down positions of the may not be available. mower unit. Light switch mark D O W N It illustrates ON/OFF of the light.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Tilt steering decal Differential lock decal K4203001350 K4203001420 Decal, tilt steering Decal, differential lock This illustrates the tilt directions of the This indicates the positions for engaging or steering wheel and the locked/free positions. releasing the differential lock.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Relays Knife Rotation Switch The relay box is at the front of the right hood. Caution These relays control operation of the diff-lock valve, rotation of the rotary knives, 2WD/4WD Before you start cutting work, set the knife selection and traction assist selection.
GM2800B Handling Instructions 2WD/4WD Selector Switch Caution When working on a slope, be sure to use the machine in 4WD. Caution When traveling, be sure to stop the knives and raise the mower units. bnec97-004 Light Switch_001 The 2WD/4WD selector switch is located in the Light switch operation panel.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Traction assist switch Mower Lock Lever (Latch) The mower lock levers (latches) are located in the foot area on the left and right sides and are used when traveling or storing the machine with mower units #4 and #5 raised.
GM2800B Handling Instructions The speed changes in accordance with how Diff-Lock Switch much the pedal is depressed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the Important machine stops automatically. Do not operate the diff-lock switch unless it is necessary.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Brake Pedal Change of Braking Method Follow the procedure below to change the Warning braking method from linked to independent. Link the brake pedals, except when operating Swing up the pedal link bar, and then pull it the machine.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Parking Brake Lever Caution Never park the machine on a slope. Important Be sure to release the parking brake before driving. It may result in the brakes or hydraulic system g68dik-001 malfunction. Hood_001 Rubber catch The parking brake lever is located to the left of Left hood the front cover.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Underseat Cover Tachometer/Hour Meter The tachometer and hour meter are located in Caution the operation panel. The tachometer indicates the engine rpm. Be careful not to pinch your fingers when you It is connected to a rotation sensor in the open or close the underseat cover.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Water Temperature Gauge Pilot Lamps The water temperature gauge is located in the Charge Lamp operation panel. The charge lamp is the left pilot lamp located This instrument indicates the water in the operation panel. temperature inside the engine.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Travel of Machine Thermo-start Lamp The thermo-start lamp is the middle pilot lamp Moving the Machine located in the operation panel. When the ignition key is set to the "GLOW" Caution position, it illuminates as the glow plug Under any circumstances drive the machine at generates heat.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Front right side Towing the Machine If the machine does not travel due to engine trouble, etc., you can move it by towing it. Caution Before towing, check that the brake is applied effectively. Caution Before starting the engine, be sure to close gay3t1-025 the unload valves.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Turn the unload valve, located beside the Caution hydraulic pump, 90 degrees (so that it is vertical) to open it. Knife rotation will be turned on or off based on the sensor-detected position of the mower units.
GM2800B Handling Instructions Set the knife rotation switch to the "ON" position to rotate the knives of all mower units. axscdx-001 Cutting Operation_002 Knife rotation switch Depress the traveling pedal to start cutting work. Note: During the work, the knives will rotate or stop in sync with the up and down motion of the mower units.
Use tools appropriate for each maintenance operation. Important 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.
GM2800B Maintenance Below rear wheel motors Jack-up points Two locations Front right frame Front left frame Center of pivot Below rear wheel motors Front right frame rwyt62-032 Jack-up Points_005 Greasing About Greasing rwyt62-008 Since there may be adhesion or damage due...
GM2800B Maintenance Greasing Points No. of Portion Greasing Grease nipples are installed in the following Points locations. Rear roller Add grease every 50 hours of operation. Mower arm fulcrum Lift arm fulcrum Lift arm cylinder fulcrum Pivot Neutral position area...
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GM2800B Maintenance Mower units #2 and #3 Mower unit #5 8bq62b-026 8bq62b-029 Greasing Points_004 Greasing Points_007 Lift arm fulcrum Lift arm cylinder fulcrum There is one greasing point on the arm This is on each cylinder of the arms connected to each mower unit.
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GM2800B Maintenance Pivot Neutral position area There are two locations. Middle between the rear wheels 8bq62b-035 8bq62b-032 Greasing Points_013 Greasing Points_010 Traveling pedal shaft fulcrum Rear left wheel There are two locations. 8bq62b-033 8bq62b-036 Greasing Points_011 Greasing Points_014 Rear right wheel Foot brake There are three locations.
GM2800B Maintenance If the edge of the rotary knife becomes chipped Maintenance Work or thin, replace it with a new one. The criteria for replacing the rotary knife are Change of Rotary Knife described below. When the narrowest part of the rotary knife...
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GM2800B Maintenance Remove the rotary knife. Mower unit #1 Start the engine, and then raise the mower units. Stop the engine, and then remove the key. Lift the mower unit at the front. to41g1-007 Mower unit #1_003 Square pipe Rotary knife...
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GM2800B Maintenance Pull out the mower unit. Remove the cotter pin and hardened roundhead pin inserted at a, and then insert them at b. wsbhzf-002 Mower Units #2/#3_002 ahk5df-002 Mower unit Mower Units #2/#3_005 Install the grip pin and clip pin in the Cotter pin mounting hole for maintenance.
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GM2800B Maintenance Remove the knife guide. Important Remove the rotary knife. The tightening torque for the knife mounting bolt is 67 - 85 N-m (683.20 - 866.75 kgf-cm). Install the rotary knife. For installing the rotary knife, reverse the removing procedure.
GM2800B Maintenance When, after grinding, the blade base of the Grinding of Rotary Knife rotary knife does not reach the sail Caution The rotary knife is an edged tool. Take extra care in handling since they could cut your hands or legs.
GM2800B Maintenance Follow the steps below to grind the rotary knife. Balancing of Rotary Knife Remove the rotary knife from the cutter deck. Caution "Change of Rotary Knife" (Page 5-9) The rotary knife is an edged tool. Important Take extra care in handling since they could cut your hands or legs.
GM2800B Maintenance Removing/Installing Tires Rear tire Heat-treated bolt Front Tires Securely place the jack beneath the jack-up Follow the steps below to remove the front point below the rear wheel motor, and then tires: raise it until the tire lifts off the ground.
GM2800B Maintenance Adjustment of Belt Tension Adjustment of Brake Warning Caution Be sure to stop the engine before adjusting Make sure that the brake wire is not cracked the belts. or damaged. Important Important Make sure that the belt has the specified If the brake is not sufficiently effective due to a amount of tension.
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GM2800B Maintenance With the brake pedal released, obtain a play Adjustment bolt (on brake disc side) of 1.0 mm (0.039 in) at the connection of the Lever inner wire. Open (neutral) Reduce the clearance by loosening the lock nut, then tightening the adjustment nut.
GM2800B Maintenance While pulling up the lever, tilt the seat Break-in of Brakes upward. If the brake shoes or brake pads are worn, replace them with new ones. Immediately after replacement, drive to break in the brakes if the effectiveness of the brakes is low.
GM2800B Maintenance Change of Coolant LLC concentration Freezing temperature (volume %) Caution Down to -10 °C (14 °F) 20 % Down to -15 °C (5 °F) 30 % Do not touch the radiator or coolant during Down to -20 °C (-4 °F)
GM2800B Maintenance Remove the reserve tank. Change of Hydraulic Oil Caution Be careful with hot oil, which could cause burns if it contacts your skin. Important When you change the hydraulic oil, be sure to drain it into a bowl and discard it in ouuoov-024 accordance with local laws and regulations.
GM2800B Maintenance Open the tank cap, and then pour new oil Important from the fill port until the oil level reaches the middle of the oil gauge on the hydraulic tank. Use Shell Tellus S2M46 (or equivalent) as The hydraulic tank capacity is approximately hydraulic oil.
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GM2800B Maintenance Install the intake hose joint fitting. Change of Hydraulic Oil Suction Filter Warning When replacing the hydraulic oil filter, be sure to drain the oil into a container and discard it in accordance with local laws and regulations.
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GM2800B Maintenance Through the oil filling port, supply new Change of Engine Oil engine oil until the oil reaches a level in between the upper and lower limit lines on Caution the oil level gauge. Engine oil quantity is approximately 9.7 dm Be careful with hot oil, which could cause (9.7 L).
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GM2800B Maintenance Start the engine, and then stop it after 10 to Replacement of Engine Oil Filter 20 minutes. For details on handling the engine, please Make sure that there is no oil leakage at the refer to the Owner's Manual for the engine.
GM2800B Maintenance Lightly apply fuel to the packing of the The fuse box includes spare fuses and tools. new cartridge, and then properly hand- tighten the cartridge, without using the filter wrench. pkm25s-004 Fuse Box_001 Fuse box rvnnv5-002 The machine uses a mini fuse for Replacement of Fuel Filter_002 automobiles.
GM2800B Maintenance Fusible Link Fuse capacity of the fusible link is 50 A. 1qgabk-002 Fusible Link_001 Fusible link Long-Term Storage Before Long-Term Storage Remove dirt, grass clippings, debris, oil ・ stains etc. completely. Supply oil and apply grease to appropriate ・...
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