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Safety & Operation Manual
Series: ZJ
Product codes:
LHAL001 Engine: Kubota D722
WARNING: If incorrectly used this machine can cause severe
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.
RJ 100 012003
Pathfinder DV
24317G (rev.1)
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- Page 1 24317G (rev.1) Safety & Operation Manual Pathfinder DV Series: ZJ Product codes: LHAL001 Engine: Kubota D722 WARNING: If incorrectly used this machine can cause severe 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......................GB-3 IMPORTANT ......................GB-3 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ..................GB-3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................GB-4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..................GB-4 SAFETY SIGNS ......................GB-4 STARTING THE ENGINE ................... GB-4 DRIVING THE MACHINE ................... GB-4 TRANSPORTING ....................... - Page 4 CONTENTS RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL ENGINE ........................GB-24 ENGINE MAINTENANCE: FIRST 50 WORKING HRS ..........GB-24 ENGINE MAINTENANCE: EVERY 100 WORKING HRS ........... GB-24 ENGINE MAINTENANCE: EVERY 200 WORKING HRS ........... GB-25 ENGINE MAINTENANCE: EVERY 400 WORKING HRS ........... GB-25 ENGINE MAINTENANCE: EVERY 500 WORKING HRS ...........
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Page 5: Introduction
INTRODUCTION RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. 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 6: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL • Remember that some people are deaf or blind and that children and animals can be unpredictable. This safety symbol indicates important safety • Keep travelling speeds low enough for messages in this manual. When you see this... -
Page 7: Leaving The Driving Position
RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 3.6 LEAVING THE DRIVING POSITION engine, never add fuel while the engine is running. • Park the machine on level ground. • Use a funnel when pouring fuel from a can •... - Page 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL DANGER - Indicates an imminently hazardous situation IMPORTANT: Transport speed is for highway use which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious only. Never drive at transport speed on grass areas injury.
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Page 9: Specifications
RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL ENGINE SPECIFICATION SPEEDS Sweeping: 6.4 Km / h (4mph) Model: Kubota D722WE Transport: 14.4 Km / h (9 mph) 10.5KW (14HP) @ 3100 RPM, Reverse: 6.4 Km / h (4 mph) 3 cylinder (in line) vertical Diesel engine, 4 stroke, water cooled, 719cc (43.88cu.in) - Page 10 Ransomes Jacobsen Limited Central Avenue, Ransomes Europark, Ipswich, England, IP3 9QG Declare that the machine Described Below: Make & Type: ........ Ransomes Pathfinder DV & IS Category: ........Ride on Sweeper Series: ........... ZJ, ZP Engine: .......... Kubota Type: ..........D722 Net Installed Power: .......
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Page 11: Vibration Level
SPECIFICATIONS RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 4.16 VIBRATION LEVEL 4.18 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS The machine was tested for whole body and hand/arm Engine oil: Should be to MIL-L-2104C or to vibration levels. The operator was seated in the normal A.P.I. -
Page 12: Decals
RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. DECALS SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL SAFETY DECALS A903488 Do Not Open or Remove Safety Shields While the Engine is Running. A903489 Keep a Safe Distance from the Machine. A903490 Do Not Remove Safety Shields While Engine is Running. -
Page 13: Starter Key Switch
CONTROLS RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 6.1 STARTER KEY SWITCH The starter key should be turned clockwise to the pre- heat position (GL) to heat the glowplugs for ten sec- onds. Turn the starter key clockwise to the ‘start’ (ST) position to start the engine. -
Page 14: Front Brush Speed
CONTROLS RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 6.6 FRONT BRUSH SPEED The front brush speed is adjustable according to type of debris being swept. If debris is being fired past the path of the machine then front brush speed is too fast. Slow down front brushes by turning knob (far left of dashboard) in anticlockwise direction until correct speed is achieved. -
Page 15: Directional Indicators And Horn
CONTROLS RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 6.9 DIRECTIONAL INDICATORS & HORN Push lever (B) indicator up to signal left, and down to signal right. Push (A) towards steering wheel to sound horn. 6.10 HEADLIGHTS/SIDELIGHTS Pull indicator (C) down to 1st stage to switch on side- lights, 2nd stage to switch on headlights. -
Page 16: Hopper Water Drain
CONTROLS RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 6.13 HOPPER WATER DRAIN Outlet for emptying water in hopper 6.14 HYDRAULIC ACTUATOR To raise and lower hopper, separate electrically operated motor Safety: When working in engine apartment the safety bar must be attached to the... -
Page 17: Water Pressure Regulator
CONTROLS RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 6.15 WATER PRESSURE REGULATOR The water pressure regulator is adjustable, it controls the water injected to the front brushes and hopper. 6.16 SHAKER FILTER BUTTON Located on the left side of the steering wheel, when depressed engages the motor on top of the hopper and shakes the dust filter. -
Page 18: Instrument Panel
CONTROLS RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 6.18 INSTRUMENT PANEL DIRECTION INDICATOR LAMP Coloured green, on and flashing when lever on steering column is pushed up or down to turn left or right. MAIN BEAM LAMP Coloured green, on when lights for the headlights are on full beam indicator lever pull towards the operator . -
Page 19: Brush Arms Angle Settings
CONTROLS RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL MACHINE SET UP 6.19 BRUSH ARMS ANGLE SETTINGS Machine fitted with front broom assembly, set broom arms at 5 degrees approx above level To adjust the height and the angle of the broom turn... - Page 20 CONTROLS RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL A 10mm gap (A) from ground when new,1st adjustment 5mm from ground, 2nd adjustment on the ground if further adjustment are needed and there is a gap between squeegee and floor, replace with a new squeegee.
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Page 21: Operation
OPERATION RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. 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 22: Before Operating The Machine
OPERATION RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 7.2 BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE 7.4 OPERATION Read the safety instructions. To turn on the brooms push forwards the lever nearest the left side of the seat. Before starting the engine check the following:... -
Page 23: General Sweeping
OPERATION RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL DO NOT STAND ON SIDE BROOM ASSEMBLY OR USE AS A STEP !! The vacuum head is located under the driver’s cab enclosed by the rubber skirts, which form the sides of the broom chamber. -
Page 24: Wet Sweeping
OPERATION RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 7.8 WET SWEEPING 7.10 TO SHAKE FILTER Your Pathfinder is perfectly capable of sweeping in wet To maintain the best sweeping performance from your conditions, but common sense should be applied. Pathfinder 1000DV the dust filter (top of hopper) must be kept clean. -
Page 25: Kerb Climbing
OPERATION RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL USEFUL INFORMATION Start machine, place turbine lever in ON position, and adjust throttle according to how much suction you require. 7.12 KERB CLIMBING The wandering hose is suitable for most types of litter, Your Pathfinder 100DV is able to climb kerbs up to leaves and debris, plastic bottles, cans etc. - Page 26 LUBRICATION RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 8.1 ENGINE: First 50 working hours Change Engine Oil. Warm up the engine first and then shut it off. Remove oil drain plug (A) from the bottom of the crankcase and wipe it off.
- Page 27 LUBRICATION RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 8.3 ENGINE: Every 200 working hours Change Engine Oil Filter. Remove single-unit cartridge (C) Apply thin coat of oil to cartridge gasket before installing. Tighten filter by hand only. Check for oil leaks around the cartridge gasket after engine is started.
- Page 28 LUBRICATION RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 8.6 ENGINE: END OF SEASON SERVICING Change Engine Oil. Warm up the engine first and then shut it off. Remove oil drain plug from the bottom of the crankcase and wipe it off.
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Page 29: Engine
MAINTENANCE RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 9.1 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART Daily Weekly First First Every Every Every Every Every Every hours hours hours hours hours hours hours hours ENGINE Check oil level Change oil Clean air filter element... -
Page 30: Operators Maintenance Checklist
MAINTENANCE RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL 9.2 OPERATORS MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST WEEKLY (CHECK ALL POINTS AS ABOVE) REMOVE HOPPER FILTER AND CLEAN BY THE FOLLOWING METHODS: TAP GENTLY ON A HARD SURFACE VACUUM LOW PRESSURE AIR LINE LOW PRESSURE HOSE PIPE NOTE: DO NOT PRESSURE WASH UNLESS LOW PRESSURE. -
Page 31: Guarantee/Sales & Service
Ransomes' Dealer and that the defective part shall, if we so request, be returned to us or to the Dealer. This guarantee is in addition to, and does not exclude, any... - Page 32 RANSOMES PATHFINDER D.V. SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL NOTES GB-30...
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