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RANSOMES
Parts and Maintenance Manual
Multimower Reelcutter
Series: LD - Engine type: Kubota GH250
Product codes: LDKA001
WARNING: If incorrectly used this machine can cause se-
vere injury. Those who use and maintain this machine should
be trained in its proper use, warned of its dangers and should
read the entire manual before attempting to set up, operate,
adjust or service the machine.
GB
(RJ 100 092002)
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RANSOMES
Part No. 24194G (rev.2)

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  • Page 1 ¨ RANSOMES Parts and Maintenance Manual Multimower Reelcutter Series: LD - Engine type: Kubota GH250 Product codes: LDKA001 WARNING: If incorrectly used this machine can cause se- vere injury. Those who use and maintain this machine should be trained in its proper use, warned of its dangers and should RANSOMES read the entire manual before attempting to set up, operate, adjust or service the machine.
  • Page 2 © 2002, Textron Inc. All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series:LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL CONTENTS INTRODUCTION PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ................. 2 SPARES STOCKING GUIDE .................. 2 HOW TO USE THE PARTS MANUAL ..............3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ................4 SAFETY SIGNS ....................... 4 STARTING THE ENGINE ..................4 DRIVING THE MACHINE ..................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series: LD INTRODUCTION MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL 2.1 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Spares Stocking Guide To keep your equipment fully operational and productive, Ransomes suggests you maintain a stock of the more commonly used maintenance items. We have included part numbers for the additional support materials and training aids.
  • Page 5: How To Use The Parts Manual

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series:LD INTRODUCTION MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL HOW TO USE THE PARTS MANUAL ITEM NUMBER Each part which is identified in the illustrations has an item number. Parts which do not have an item number may not be readily identified in the illustration but are usually closely associated with the immediately adjacent part. ASSEMBLIES ASSEMBLIES ASSEMBLIES...
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series: LD SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL • Remember that some people are deaf This safety symbol indicates important safety or blind and that children and animals messages in this manual. When you see this can be unpredictable. symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury, carefully •...
  • Page 7: Leaving The Driving Position

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series:LD SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL • Do not alter engine speed above maximum 3.6 LEAVING THE DRIVING POSITION quoted in Engine Specification. Do not • Park the machine on level ground. change the engine governor settings or •...
  • Page 8 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series: LD SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL DANGER - Indicates an imminently hazardous CAUTION situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury. NEVER START THE ENGINE OR USE THE MACHINE WITH ANY OF THE SAFETY WARNING - Indicates a potentially hazardous GUARDS REMOVED situation which, if not avoided, COULD...
  • Page 9: Specifications

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series:LD SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL ENGINE SPECIFICATION WEIGHT TYPE: Kubota 6.0KW (8.0HP) @ 3600 RPM, Vertical, single Power unit and Reelcutter 171kg (376lbs) cylinder , Air cooled, 247cc (15.07 cu.in), four cycle, recoil starter, Petrol VIBRATION LEVEL engine.
  • Page 10: Cutting Performance

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series: LD SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL CUTTING PERFORMANCE Cutting Ratio: High Speed: 36 cuts/metre (33 cuts/yd) Low Speed: 67 cuts/metre (62 cuts/yd) CUTTING PERFORMANCE (AREA) High Speed: 2100m (2500 sq.yd) per hour. Low Speed: 1500m (1800 sq.yd) per hour Performance based on single flat area with allowance for overlap and turning.
  • Page 11 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series:LD LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART Black bullet points are operator checks and white bullet points are workshop maintenance procedures Every First Weekly/ Every Daily Every Hours hours 50 hours hours End of Season ENGINE Check oil level...
  • Page 12: Lubrication And Maintenance

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series: LD LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL ENGINE: First 20 working hours and every 50 working hours Drain engine oil. Remove the drain plug (5.1.A) and drain sump. Clean and replace the plug. Clean sump filler cap and surrounding area (5.1.B).
  • Page 13: Engine Maintenance: Weekly (Every 25 Working Hours)

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series:LD LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL ENGINE Maintenance: Weekly (Every 25 working hours or more frequently under extreme dusty conditions) Air cleaner Undo the cover (A) and remove the filter (B) and element (C) inside. Clean the element in paraffin (kerosene). Dry completely.
  • Page 14: Every 200 Working Hours)

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series: LD LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL 5.4.1 Every 200 working hours) FUEL FILTER Close fuel tap (handle horizontal). Unscrew the retaining ring and remove the glass bowl. Clean out the filter bowl thoroughly to remove all sediment and water. Replace bowl and secure with retaining ring.
  • Page 15: Annually (Every 500 Working Hours)

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series:LD LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL Annually (Every 500 working hours) VALVE CLEARANCE Remove tappet cover on side of engine. Set piston at top dead centre on the compression stroke. This will ensure valves are seated. Check clearance.
  • Page 16: Adjusting Transmission Chain

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series: LD LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL ADJUSTING TRANSMISSION CHAIN This chain is provided with a tensioner sprocket (5.6.A). To adjust undo the central screw, holding the chain guard in place and remove the latter. Slacken the nut holding the tensioner sprocket spindle in place and slide the sprocket until the chain is tightened.
  • Page 17: Setting The Cutting Cylinder To The Bottom Blade

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series:LD LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL SETTING THE CUTTING CYLINDER TO THE BOTTOM BLADE Every Reelcutter Attachment is dispatched with the cutting cylinder properly adjusted to the bottom blade, but it is possible that this adjustment may be upset during transit. If the mower does not cut perfectly, set the cutting cylinder carefully to the bottom blade so that the revolving cutters just touch the bottom blade...
  • Page 18: End Of Season Servicing

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series: LD LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL 5.11 HAND BRAKE ADJUSTMENT The hand brake can be adjusted in two ways, either by the threaded ends of the brake cables or the screw in the end of the brake lever. Method 1 (after fitting new cables or brake bands) The brake lever should be adjusted to obtain...
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series:LD 6 TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL GENERAL The troubleshooting chart below lists basic problems that may occur during start-up and operation. For more detailed information contact your local Ransomes Jacobsen Distributor. Symptoms Possible Causes Action Section Ref. 1.
  • Page 20 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series: LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL NOTES...
  • Page 21 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD CONTENTS MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL SECTION CONTENTS PAGE ENGINE, CLUTCH AND HANDLES ............... 20 DIFFERENTIAL GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY ............26 BRAKES AND WHEELS ................. 30 REELCUTTER ATTACHMENT ............... 32 REELCUTTER UNIT DRIVE ................36 REELCUTTER CUTTING UNIT ..............38 REELCUTTER REAR ROLL AND SKIDS ............
  • Page 22: Engine, Clutch And Handles

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL ENGINE, CLUTCH AND HANDLES...
  • Page 23: List Of Parts

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS ENGINE, CLUTCH AND HANDLES ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO A682159 Engine Kubota GS250 Q.4 MBF1612 Handles W38360 Handle Grip H980204 Throttle Lever A906083 Throttle Cable TBA9173 Clip MBA6189 Cut-out Switch A199226 Cable Clip...
  • Page 24 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL ENGINE, CLUTCH AND HANDLES...
  • Page 25 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS ENGINE, CLUTCH AND HANDLES ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO LSD4686 Spring GSF2150C Washer GSF2093AD Screw GSF2001GM Bolt A139902 Stiffnut GSF2l50F Washer A110404 Bolt M10 X 20 G5F2164J S.L. Washer GSF2150E Washer MBA6420b...
  • Page 26 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL ENGINE, CLUTCH AND HANDLES...
  • Page 27 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS ENGINE, CLUTCH AND HANDLES ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO MBC9655 Bracket A151008 S.L. Washer GSF2002CB Screw MBC9406 Washer A151012 S.L. Washer l2mm GSF200GF Screw MBC9355 Belt Arm A151008 S.L.
  • Page 28 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL...
  • Page 29 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO LMAY566A Gearbox Complete Gearbox Half RH Gearbox Half LH GSF2001CD Bolt A151008 S.L. Washer 8mm GSF2051AB MBA1061 Dowel A247943 Filler, Level & Drain Plugs GSF1200AF Steel Ball A291019...
  • Page 30: Differential Gear Box Assembly

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL DIFFERENTIAL GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 31 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS DIFFERENTIAL GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO GSF3007YC Bush GSFl055BT Circlip MBA1l68 Final Drive Gear GSF30l0NL Bush Differential Pinion GSF3010FG Bush MBAl068 GSFl040FM Tension Pin MBAl067 Washer Bevel Gear Note: Items marked + supplied as...
  • Page 32 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL WHEELS...
  • Page 33: Brakes And Wheels

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS BRAKES AND WHEELS ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO 450394 Washer M20 A292110 Disc Spring 38337 Brake Band 450332 Nut, M10 Thin 450382 Nut, M16 Nyloc 450743 Screw, M10 x 50, Sockt Hd Gearbox Case LH Gearbox Case RH MBF1577...
  • Page 34: Reelcutter Attachment

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL REELCUTTER ATTACHMENT...
  • Page 35 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS REELCUTTER ATTACHMENT ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO MBA1346C Coupling Unit MBA1375 Grass Deflector LH A102405 Bolt A130010 GSF2l50E Washer GSF2002EC Screw MBA1377 Grass Deflector RH A102405 Bolt A130010 GSF2150E Washer GSF2002EC...
  • Page 36 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL REELCUTTER ATTACHMENT...
  • Page 37 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS REELCUTTER ATTACHMENT ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO 452290 Stud MBG4425 Cover MBG4495 Cover A292028 Disc Spring 450377 Nut, M6, Nyloc MBG4750A Deflector Strip LH MBG4751A Deflector Strip RH MBG4949 Deflector Flap RH MBG4947...
  • Page 38: Reelcutter Unit Drive

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL REELCUTTER UNIT DRIVE...
  • Page 39 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS REELCUTTER UNIT DRIVE ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO MBA1356 End Plate MBA1358 Boss GSF2002ED Bolt GSF2002EH Bolt G5F2164J S.L. Washer GSF205lAC MBA1359 Layshaft Housing RH GSF2002CC Screw H001771 Ball Bearing GSFl055BR Circlip...
  • Page 40: Reelcutter Cutting Unit

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL REELCUTTER CUTTING UNIT...
  • Page 41 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS REELCUTTER CUTTING UNIT ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO MBAl729A Cutting Frame MBC8869 Cutting Cylinder 4 Knife Assembly LM5D474A Bearing Housing RH Assy. GSF2540AC Lubricator GSF2540BC Lubricator GSF3010JD Bush LMSD473A Bearing Housing LH Assy.
  • Page 42: Reelcutter Rear Roll And Skids

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL REELCUTTER REAR ROLL AND SKIDS...
  • Page 43 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS REELCUTTER REAR ROLL AND SKIDS ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO MBA5970 Skid LH MBA5966 Skid RH GSF2002ED Screw MBB0047 Screw G5F2164J S.L. Washer GSF2051AC MBAl385A Cylinder Guard LH MBAl384A Cylinder Guard RH GSF2002EC...
  • Page 44: Operator Presence Control

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL...
  • Page 45 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO H060053 BEADING MBG1095 COVER MBG1096 BRACKET RH MBG1097 BRACKET LH W38371-01 BEARING 450190 SCREW M8 X 16 450390 WASHER 8mm 450378 NUT M8 MBF0444...
  • Page 46: Parking Brake Lever

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL PARKING BRAKE LEVER...
  • Page 47 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS PARKING BRAKE LEVER ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO 452676 Screw, M4 x 10, Hex Tapt A906765 Brake Cable LH A906766 Brake Cable RH 450032 Bolt, M10 x 50, Hex Hd 450391 Nut, M10, Nyloc 450379...
  • Page 48: Decals

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL DECALS...
  • Page 49 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS DECALS ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO A903476 Decal :Sound Power A903489 Decal :Bystander A903490 Decal :Belt A903491 Decal :Instruction A903494 Decal :Cylinder A903583 Decal :RANSOMES A903929 Decal :C E A903998 Decal :Information A911424...
  • Page 50: Noise Reduction Kit

    RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL NOISE REDUCTION KIT...
  • Page 51 RANSOMES MULTIMOWER Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL LIST OF PARTS NOISE REDUCTION KIT ITEM RANSOMES DESCRIPTION REMARKS PART NO ACO19 NOISE REDUCTION KIT 4121650 • ACOUSTIC PAD 4122526 • ACOUSTIC PAD L/H 4122527 • ACOUSTIC PAD R/H 4122528 • ACOUSTIC PAD - TOP * Not Illustrated...
  • Page 52: Numerical Index

    NUMERICAL INDEX RANSOMES MACHINE NAME Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL NUMERICAL INDEX PART NO DESCRIPTION PAGE ITEM PART NO DESCRIPTION PAGE ITEM 38337 Brake Band A203604 Ball Bearing 4121650 Acoustic Pad A203604 Ball Bearing 4121938 Chain Tightner Pinion A220250 Internal Seal 4122526 Acoustic Pad L/H...
  • Page 53 NUMERICAL INDEX RANSOMES MACHINE NAME Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL NUMERICAL INDEX PART NO DESCRIPTION PAGE ITEM PART NO DESCRIPTION PAGE ITEM GSF2001CD Bolt GSF2150C Washer GSF2001CK Bolt GSF2150C Washer GSF2001EF Bolt GSF2150E Washer GSF2001GM Bolt GSF2150E Washer GSF2001JT Bolt GSF2150E Washer GSF2002AC Screw...
  • Page 54 NUMERICAL INDEX RANSOMES MACHINE NAME Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL NUMERICAL INDEX PART NO DESCRIPTION PAGE ITEM PART NO DESCRIPTION PAGE ITEM LM5D474A Bearing Housing Rh Assy. MBA2469 Pinion LMAY497 Belt Guard Complete MBA5966 Skid RH LMAY566A Gearbox Complete MBA5970 Skid LH LMSD473A...
  • Page 55 NUMERICAL INDEX RANSOMES MACHINE NAME Series :LD MAINTENANCE AND PARTS MANUAL NUMERICAL INDEX PART NO DESCRIPTION PAGE ITEM PART NO DESCRIPTION PAGE ITEM MBG4741 Guard MBG4750 Deflector Strip Lh MBG4751 Deflector Strip Rh TBA9173 Clip W038383 Switch W38371-01 Bearing...
  • Page 58 World Class Quality, Performance and Support abcdef Equipment from Textron Turf Care and Specialty Products 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 Textron Parts Xpress provide reliable, high-quality product support.

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