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Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual
Ransomes MP655, Kubota
Series: TA
Product code: RMP655C
WARNING: If incorrectly used this machine can cause severe injury. Those who use and maintain this machine
must be trained in its proper use, warned of its dangers and must read the entire manual before attempting to set
up, operate, adjust or service the machine.
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V2403-CR-TE4, 4WD with Cab
WARNING
GB
RJL 100 September 2015
United
Kingdom
25118G-GB (Rev.0)

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  • Page 1 Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual ® Ransomes MP655, Kubota V2403-CR-TE4, 4WD with Cab Series: TA Product code: RMP655C WARNING WARNING: If incorrectly used this machine can cause severe injury. Those who use and maintain this machine must be trained in its proper use, warned of its dangers and must read the entire manual before attempting to set up, operate, adjust or service the machine.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    UTLET ERTIFICATES ONFORMITY ..........40 IGHT SIDE RMREST ............41 ARKING RAKE ELEASE ALVE GUARANTEE ..................41 ..................114 ALVE ARRANTY ) ..............41 ....................114 IGHTING PTIONAL ERVICE ................... 42 ONTROLS © 2015, Ransomes Jacobsen Limited. All Rights Reserved...

  • Page 3: Introduction 2

    INTRODUCTION 2 IMPORTANT __________________________________________________________ The MP655 with Diesel engine is a self propelled cylinder mower. With hydraulic systems to power the traction drive, the cutting unit lift and lower, the cutting unit drives and the steering. IMPORTANT: Do the maintenance indicated in this manual to make sure that the quality of cut is kept at a high level.

  • Page 4: Product Identification

    2 INTRODUCTION PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ___________________________________________ Maximum front axle load in Kg (for all machines being driven on the highway) West Road Ransomes Europark Ipswich IP3 9TT Weight-Mass in Kg England Maximum rear axle load in Kg (for all machines being driven...
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION 2 Engine Identification V2403 Serial number plate XXXXXXX Se r ia l N o . : XXXXX-XXXXX Code No.: M A D E I N J A PA N Location of Engine Serial number plate The engine serial number is found on the top of the valve cover toward the front of the mower.

  • Page 6: Guidelines For The Disposal O F Scrap

    “General discarded materials” area. • Do not burn discarded materials. Change the machinery records to show that the machine is not in operation and is discarded. Supply this serial number to The Ransomes Jacobsen Warranty Department to close their records. en-6...

  • Page 7: Parts Manual

    INTRODUCTION 2 PARTS MANUAL ______________________________________________________ To meet the standard ISO14001, Ransomes Jacobsen Limited does not send a paper parts manual with every product. To refer to the parts list for this mower you have four options: Website – www.ransomesjacobsen.com. Select the “ONLINE PARTS LOOK-UP” tab. These pages will show the parts list and the line drawings you need to help with the identification of spare parts.
  • Page 8 2 INTRODUCTION NOTES en-8...

  • Page 9: How To Operate Safely

    Manuals in additional languages may be available on the Jacobsen or Ransomes Jacobsen website. Read all of the instructions for this mower carefully. Know the controls and the correct operation of the equipment.

  • Page 10: Operation

    3 SAFETY 3.1.3 Operation Never operate the engine without enough ventilation or in an enclosed area. The carbon monoxide in the exhaust fumes can increase to dangerous levels. Never carry passengers. Keep other persons or animals away from the mower. Disengage all drives and engage the parking brake before you start the engine.

  • Page 11: Rops

    Do not weld, drill, change or bend the ROPS. Replace a damaged ROPS. Do not try to correct a damaged ROPS. Do not remove the ROPS from the mower. Ransomes Jacobsen must approve any changes to the ROPS. 3.1.5 Safe Handling of Fuels The fuel and the fuel vapors are flammable.

  • Page 12: When You Put The Mower O N A T

    Replace worn or damaged parts for safety. Replace damaged or worn decals. Only use parts, accessories and attachments approved by Ransomes Jacobsen. To decrease the fire hazard, remove materials that burn from the engine, muffler, battery tray and fuel tank area.

  • Page 13: Important Safety Notes

    By following all instructions in this manual, you increase the life of your machine and keep its maximum performance. Adjustments and maintenance must always be done by an approved technician. If additional information or service is needed. Contact your Authorized Ransomes Jacobsen Dealer, who knows the latest methods to service this equipment and can give that service.
  • Page 14 2006/42/EC sections 3.2.2, seating & 3.4.3, rollover. (ANSI b71.4-2012 section 20.7) Ransomes Jacobsen limited recommends that the owner/user of the machine completes a local risk assessment of the machine to find any conditions that do not follow this rule. e.g. when you drive the machine next to water or on the highway.
  • Page 15 SAFETY 3 WARNING Vibration exposure limits Exposure limits are calculated as a combination of the vibration level (magnitude) of the tool and the daily exposure time (trigger time). e.g. a product with 5m/s² vibration can be used up to 2 hours/day to reach the EAV and up to 8 hours/day to reach the ELV.

  • Page 16: Decals

    4 DECALS 4.1 SAFETY DECALS 4324674 4153197 19°+ 4321506 en-16...
  • Page 17 DECALS 4 009034920 Caution, Stay Away From Hot Surfaces. 009034880 Caution, Fan Blade, Do Not Open Or Remove The Safety Shields While The Engine Is In Operation. 009034900 Caution, Drive Belt, Do Not Remove The Safety Shields While The Engine Is In Operation.

  • Page 18: Instruction Decals

    4 DECALS INSTRUCTION DECALS ______________________________________________ TOTAL EQUIVIS ZS 46 x 0 ≈ 100 rpm CLASSIFICATION x 2 ≈ 700 rpm CJ-4 x 3 ≈ 1135 rpm 4345686 en-18...
  • Page 19 DECALS 4 Description 009034770 Guaranteed Sound Power Level 4316826 Mow Selector 4316827 Transport Selector 4164861 Forward / Reverse Traction Pedal 4286422 Hydraulic Fluid 009039870 Jack & Hook Point 4164580 Lubrication Point 4316686 Engine Oil Classification 4345686 Cutting Cylinder Speed Adjust en-19...

  • Page 20: Controls

    5 CONTROLS OPERATOR WORKSTATION __________________________________________ en-20...

  • Page 21: Control Panel

    5 CONTROLS CONTROL PANEL ___________________________________________________ Starter Key Switch. Throttle Control Lever. Parking Brake Switch. Backlap Switch. Cutter Switch. Blank (On this model) 4 WD in reverse direction Switch. Cruise Control Switch. DPF Switch Transport Lock. Road Light Switch (Optional). Hazard Switch (Optional) Right hand Unit Lift/Lower Switch.

  • Page 22: Starter Key Switch

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.A STARTER KEY SWITCH _______________________________________________ Turn the starter key to the right to the 'start' position to start the engine. When the engine starts, release the key and allow to return automatically to the 'on' position to run. NOTE.

  • Page 23: Cutter Switch

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.E CUTTER SWITCH ____________________________________________________ This switch engages cutter rotation. To cut grass, push the switch and move the joysticks forward to lower the cutting units. When engaged the yellow LED on the pod is illuminated. To stop rotation, push the rear of the rocker switch. When lifted out of work or the operator leaves the seat, cylinder rotation is stopped.

  • Page 24: Dpf Switch

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.J DPF SWITCH ______________________________________________________ With the switch in the center position (default) it allows automatic Active Regen. Operation of the mower is not changed during Active Regen. See 8.15 When the Regen Request light flashes, press and release the front part of the switch to start the Parked Regen cycle.

  • Page 25: Lift / Lower Switch ' S

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.N, P, RLIFT/LOWER SWITCH’S ____________________________________________ Right Hand Wing cutting unit Front and centre cutting units Left Hand Wing cutting unit To lower the cutting unit move the switch lever forward. To raise the cutting unit move the switch lever rearwards NOTE: If the cutter is engaged when the unit is lowered the green led will illuminate when the unit is below 400mm from the ground.

  • Page 26: Visual Display

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.Z.1 VISUAL DISPLAY ________________________________________________ The visual display is activated when the ignition is turned on. 5.2.Z.2 START UP SCREEN______________________________________________ When the ignition key is turned to the start position, this screen is shown. The hour meter will show total hours of engine operation. 5.2.Z.3 WARNING/SERVICE SCREEN _____________________________________ After the startup screen the warning screen is shown, the screen is visible for...

  • Page 27: The Engine Will Not Start

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.Z.6 THE ENGINE WILL NOT START ____________________________________ When the ignition key is turned to the start position this screen is shown. If any of the following flash. • The parking brake is not applied. • The cutter switch is not in the OFF position. •...

  • Page 28: Main Menu Select

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.Z.10 MAIN MENU SELECT_____________________________________________ Use the button below the to access the main menu. MODE 5.2.Z.11 CLOCK SELECT_________________________________________________  button accepts the option that has the  is moved with the up and down to select, date, service, settings or language.

  • Page 29: Date Format

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.Z.14 DATE FORMAT__________________________________________________ Press the Down button to select the date format (underlined). Press to change the option. Press the button up and down to move between US and EU. Press accepts the option. C l o c k S e t t i n g s Dat e 0 1 / 0 1 / 201 0 Press the button to return to main menu.

  • Page 30: Fault Log Detail

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.Z.18 FAULT LOG DETAIL _____________________________________________  Select the fault log to be accessed and accept to show the details. These details show the date and time of the fault. F a u l t l o g Press the button to return to previous menu.

  • Page 31: Diagnostics

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.Z.21 DIAGNOSTICS __________________________________________________ Water Temp [deg C] = 80.5 Fuel Level [pct] = 100 S e r v i c e M e n u D i a g n o s t i c s Sys Voltage [V] = 11.8 F a ul t L o g Wa t e r Te m p [ d e g C ] = 8 0 .

  • Page 32: Connector J3

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.Z.25 CONNECTOR J3_________________________________________________ This screen shows the status of the J3 connectors Press the left side button to return to I/O diagnostics menu. For pin designations see section 11. Connector J3 J3-1 Traction Pedal 2 [mV] J3-2 Spare Analog 1 [mV] J3-3 Right Joystick [mV] J3-4 Center Joystick [mV] J3-5 Left Joystick [mV]...

  • Page 33: Language Menu

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.Z.29 LANGUAGE MENU ______________________________________________  Select the language and accept M a i n M e n u C l o c k Se r v i c e Se tti n g s L a n g u a g e 5.2.Z.30 LANGUAGE OPTION_____________________________________________ On the page for the language options, Press the button...

  • Page 34: Settings Menu - Measure Units

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.Z.33 SETTINGS MENU - MEASURE UNITS_______________________________  Select the measure units and accept S et t ing s Me nu M o d e M e a s u r e U n i t s PI N 5.2.Z.34 MEASURE UNITS _______________________________________________ ...

  • Page 35: Warning Slope Angle 16

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.Z.35 WARNING SLOPE ANGLE 16° _____________________________________ During work if the machine is driven on a slope of 16º the screen will display this warning. This over rides all other information, and will continue until the machine has been driven to an area with a slope of less than 16º ...

  • Page 36: Warning Oil-Pressure Fault

    5 CONTROLS NOTICE The number in the top right of the screen indicates the total number of current faults recorded. If more than one fault, it will cycle all current faults. 5.2.Z.38 WARNING OIL-PRESSURE FAULT __________________________________ When this screen is shown, the engine oil pressure has decreased below the normal level.

  • Page 37: Warning Battery Fault

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.Z.42 WARNING BATTERY FAULT _______________________________________ When this screen is shown, the battery is not charging or there is a charge circuit fault.  Press the button below the to confirm the fault. 5.2.Z.43 WARNING CHARGE FILTER BLOCKED _____________________________ When this screen is shown, the hydraulic-charge filter is blocked and needs replacing.

  • Page 38: Warning Solenoid Fault

    5 CONTROLS 5.2.Z.46 WARNING SOLENOID FAULT ______________________________________ When this screen is shown, there is a hydraulic circuit solenoid fault. Go to i/o diagnostics for solenoid identification.  Press the button below the to confirm the fault. FAULT SOLENOID 5.2.Z.47 WARNING (TST) TILT SENSOR TECHNOLOGY FAULT _________________ When this screen is shown, there is a fault with the TST.

  • Page 39: Cutting Cylinder Variable Speedc

    2 ≈ 700 rpm x 3 ≈ 1135 rpm clockwise to decrease cylinder speed. All adjusters should be adjusted the West Road Ransomes Europark Ipswich IP3 9TT England same amount. Cylinders should be operated at approximately 1150 rpm in normal conditions.

  • Page 40: Power Outlet

    5 CONTROLS 5 7. POWER OUTLET ____________________________________________________ The Auxiliary Power Outlet is on the control panel next to the ignition switch. It is for use with mobile phone chargers and accessories. Automotive 12 Volt, 10-Amp Power Outlet 5 8. SEAT RIGHT-SIDE ARMREST AND POD _________________________________ The right-side armrest of the seat has an extension which carries the control pod.

  • Page 41: Parking Brake Release Valve

    5 CONTROLS 5 9. PARKING BRAKE RELEASE VALVE ____________________________________ The Parking Brake Release Valve is situated under the foot plate, on the right hand side of chassis plate. The Parking Brake Release Valve is used to release the parking brake when the engine is not in operation The Parking brake is released with the handwheel (A) turn completely to the right side, after you release lock wheel (B).

  • Page 42: Cab Controls

    5 CONTROLS 5 12. CAB CONTROLS ____________________________________________________ Left Turn Signal Working Lights Switch (Optional) Beacon Switch Front Screen De-Mist Switch en-42...

  • Page 43: Daily Inspection

    OPERATION 6 6.1 DAILY INSPECTION ____________________________________________________ CAUTION The inspection must be done each day when the engine is turned off and all fluids are cold. lower the cutter equipment to the ground, engage the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the ignition key.

  • Page 44: Operation

    6 OPERATION OPERATOR PRESENCE AND SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM _________________ The Operator Presence And Safety Interlock System will not allow the engine to start unless the operator is sitting in the seat, the parking brake is engaged, the cutter switch is disengaged and the traction pedal is in neutral.

  • Page 45: Procedure For Operation

    OPERATION 6 PROCEDURE FOR OPERATION__________________________________________ You must not start the engine without the operator in the seat on the tractor. CAUTION To prevent injury, always wear the safety glasses, leather work shoes or boots, a hard hat and ear protection. Do not operate the tractor and attachments with loose or damaged components.

  • Page 46: To Fit The Cutting Units To The Machine

    6 OPERATION TO FIT THE CUTTING UNITS TO THE MACHINE ____________________________ NOTE For height of cut adjustments see section 7.2 and 7.3 Cutting Unit Mounting Magna 250 and Meteor Front and wing units With the lift arms (A) in the lower position align cutting unit mounting bracket (B) with shaft fitted with spacer (C).

  • Page 47: Operation Of The Machine

    OPERATION 6 OPERATION OF THE MACHINE __________________________________________ Check the machine, look for worn, damaged or loose parts. Check the machine for fuel and oil leaks. Make sure that all connections are tight. Make sure that all hoses and tubes are in good condition. Check the fuel level, radiator coolant level, crankcase oil level and air cleaner is clean.

  • Page 48: How To Drive

    6 OPERATION HOW TO DRIVE _______________________________________________________ • Set the throttle to maximum engine speed. • Release the parking brake before you move in a forward or reverse direction. • Forward - Carefully press the top of the Traction pedal to engage forward drive. •...

  • Page 49: T O Removea Blockage From Cutting Units

    NOTE Make sure correctly selected PPE is worn before you clear the obstruction. Use the Ransomes Jacobsen “Cutting Unit Tool” part number 4184540, see below or stout stick, put into the cutting cylinder between the blades. Rotate the cylinder with either the “Cutting Unit Tool” or “Stout Stick” until the obstruction has been removed.

  • Page 50: Backlapping

    • Backlapping must only be done by approved personnel. • Ransomes Jacobsen recommend that grinding paste is only applied to the cylinder when it is stationery, the engine is off and the parking brake applied. • When applying grinding paste the cylinder must only be rotated by appropriately sized piece of wood and not by hand.

  • Page 51: Transporting On A Trailer

    OPERATION 6 6.12 TRANSPORTING ON A TRAILER _________________________________________ The machine is fitted with tie-down loops front and rear. Always tie down the machine securely to the trailer. Always follow any recommendations for maximum trailer weights given in your towing vehicles handbook. IMPORTANT Use the chart in the specification section 12.2 to calculate the total weight of your machine configuration.

  • Page 52: Mowing On Slopes

    6 OPERATION 6.14 MOWING ON SLOPES The mower is designed for good traction and stability in normal conditions for operation. On wet grass slopes use caution, as wet grass decreases traction and steering control. WARNING 15° Maximum To decrease the possible cause of overturning. The safest method for operation on slopes and A = Maximum Allowed Slope terraces is.
  • Page 53 Comply With The Machinery Directive 2006/ 42/EC Sections 3.2.2, Seating & 3.4.3, Rollover ####### Ransomes Jacobsen Limited Recommends That A Local Risk Assessment Is Completed By The Owner/user Of The Machine To Determine The Risks Associated With Working On Slopes.
  • Page 54 6 OPERATION SLOPE CALCULATION CHART Use Either of these columns but not both The result of what you are measuring Height ‘C’ in inches Height ‘C’ in millime- Slope Angle ‘D’ Slope Angle ‘D’ measured with a 1 yard ters measured with a 1 measured in measured in horizontal edge ‘A’...
  • Page 55 OPERATION 6 NOTES en-55...

  • Page 56: Adjustments

    Always use the jack stands. A qualified technician must always do adjustments and maintenance. If the correct adjustments can not be made, contact your Ransomes Jacobsen Dealer. Inspect the equipment according to the maintenance schedule and keep complete records.

  • Page 57: Cutting Unit Height Of Cut Adjustment

    ADJUSTMENTS 7 CUTTING UNIT HEIGHT OF CUT ADJUSTMENT ____________________________ TO ADJUST SPANNER TYPE: Turn adjuster (A) at the rear of the unit clockwise to reduce the height of cut, or anticlockwise to increase the height of cut alternately. The grooves (B) are used as an rough indicator for setting the roll parallel. FLOATING HEAD FRONT ROLL SETTING (SPORT 200) ______________________ The right hand end of the front roll is fixed.

  • Page 58: Cutting Cylinder To Bottom Blade Adjustment

    7 ADJUSTMENTS CUTTING CYLINDER TO BOTTOM BLADE ADJUSTMENT ____________________ To check that the cutting cylinder is set to the bottom blade correctly, hold a piece of thin paper between the edge of the blade and the spiral cutters and turn the cylinder manually. The paper must be cut cleanly along the total length of the bottom blade, if not, some adjustment may be necessary, BUT DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

  • Page 59: Cutting Cylinder Bearings

    ADJUSTMENTS 7 CUTTING CYLINDER BEARINGS ________________________________________ The cutting cylinder bearings are self adjusting taper roller bearings and require no adjustments. FRONT AND REAR ROLL BEARINGS _____________________________________ The roll bearings are self adjusting taper roller bearings and require no adjustment GRASS DEFLECTOR __________________________________________________ The grass deflector can be positioned by hand as it is ‘friction clamped’...

  • Page 60: General Instructions For Grammer Seats

    7 ADJUSTMENTS GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRAMMER SEATS _________________________ All seat adjustments must be done while the vehicle is stopped. • After removal of the backrest cover, hold the backrest frame in position with a support before the backrest adjuster is operated. If you do not lock the frame in position safely, the backrest frame can move forward suddenly and can cause injury.

  • Page 61: Seat (Grammer Msg85)

    ADJUSTMENTS 7 SEAT (GRAMMER MSG85) ______________________________________________ To get a good seat position to operate the machine you need to adjust the leg reach, the backrest angle and the operator weight. A. FRONT AND REAR ADJUSTMENT To Adjust: The adjusting lever (A) is on the right side of the seat. Lift the lever and the seat can move backward and forward.

  • Page 62: Air Suspension Seat (Grammer Msg95 -721)

    7 ADJUSTMENTS 7.10 AIR SUSPENSION SEAT (GRAMMER MSG95 -721) ________________________ 7.10.1 WEIGHT ADJUSTMENT _______________________________________________ The seat should be adjusted for the driver's weight with the driver sitting on the seat. The adjustment is made by pulling out or pushing in the actuator lever (1) until the green marking is visible in the weight-and-height indicator (2).

  • Page 63: Armrests Adjustment (Option)

    ADJUSTMENTS 7 7.10.5 ARMRESTS ADJUSTMENT (OPTION)___________________________________ The inclination of the armrests can be modified by turning the adjustment knob (arrow). 7.10.6 ARMREST (OPTION) ________________________________________________ The armrests can be folded up if required and the height individually adjusted. To adjust the armrests for height, seperate the round cap (see arrow) from the cover, loosen the hexagon nut (size 13mm) and adjust the armrest to the desired position and tighten the nut again.

  • Page 64: Backrest Adjustment (Option)

    7 ADJUSTMENTS 7.10.9 BACKREST ADJUSTMENT (OPTION) __________________________________ The backrest is adjusted using the locking lever (arrow). • The locking lever must latch into the desired position. It should not be possible to move the backrest into another position when it is locked. 7.10.10 FORE / AFT ISOLATOR (OPTION) _____________________________________ Under certain driving conditions (for example with a trailer attached), it is useful to activate the fore/aft isolator.

  • Page 65: Absorber (Option)

    ADJUSTMENTS 7 7.10.13 ABSORBER (OPTION) _______________________________________________ The absorber setting of the seat can be varied to suit the on and off-road driv- ing conditions. The cushioning effect can be individually adjusted for this pur- pose. Turn the lever to the desired position and release soft hard 7.10.14 MAINTENANCE _____________________________________________________...

  • Page 66: Maintenance And Lubrication

    8 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION CHARTS ______________________________ MACHINE SERVICE INTERVAL CHART Interval Item Section  First 50 hours Change the Hydraulic Charge Filter Element  Each day Check Safety Interlock System 10 hours  Check the Hydraulic Fluid Level ...
  • Page 67 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8 en-67...
  • Page 68 8 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION ENGINE SERVICE INTERVAL CHART Interval Item Section  Daily Check Engine Oil Level. 10 hours  Check Fuel Level.  Check Coolant Level.  Check Fan Belt Tension.  Check Fuel Pipes and Clamps. Every 50 hours ...
  • Page 69 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8 Interval Item Section  Replace Oil Separator Related Rubber Piping.  Replace DPF Related Rubber Piping.  Replace Intake Air Line and Suction Air Pressure takeout Rubber Piping.  Replace Boost Sensor Pressure Rubber Piping.  Replace EGR Cooler Rubber Piping.

  • Page 70: General Precautions

    • Refer to the Engine manual for specified maintenance intervals. If the injection pump, injectors or the fuel system need service, contact your Ransomes Jacobsen Dealer. NOTICE The mower operates and cuts correctly at the preset governor setting. Do not change the engine governor setting or over speed the engine.

  • Page 71: Engine Lubrication

    MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8 ENGINE LUBRICATION _________________________________________________ Check Engine Oil Level Check the engine oil level before you start or at least five minutes after you stop the engine. Park the machine on level ground, remove the dipstick (A), clean with a cloth and replace in position.

  • Page 72: Engine Coolant

    Replace the clamps and hoses (see maintenance chart). Have your Ransomes Jacobsen Dealer check the cooling system if you need to add coolant more than one time a month or you add more than a litre of coolant at a time.
  • Page 73 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8 Check The Engine Coolant Level The level of coolant in a cold expansion tank must be between the indicators. If you need to fill the tank, remove the plastic cap and fill with the correct anti-freeze mixture (see section 8.1). Replace the plastic cap.

  • Page 74: Hydraulic System

    8 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION HYDRAULIC SYSTEM __________________________________________________ To fill the hydraulic tank with hydraulic oil. Remove the filler cap (A) Using a 25 micron filter fill the tank with the correct hydraulic oil to the correct level. Replace the hydraulic tank cap (A) CAUTION The Hydraulic Oil Can Damage Your Skin.

  • Page 75: Fuel System

    MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8 FUEL SYSTEM ________________________________________________________ Use Diesel to B.S. EN590 or ASTM D975 (Ultra Low Sulfur) Water Separator If the water is not removed from the fuel, damage to the fuel-injection system can occur. When the fuel filter light on the filter light module is illuminated or at service interval, drain the water from the water separator.

  • Page 76: Air Cleaner

    8 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION AIR CLEANER ________________________________________________________ Check the service indicator each day. If the red band become visible in the window, replace the filter elements. Do not remove the elements to inspect or clean. Removal of the filter that is not necessary increases the risk of dust and other particles to enter the engine.

  • Page 77: Battery

    MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8 8.10 BATTERY ____________________________________________________________ Before you service the battery, make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position and the key is removed. CAUTION When you service the battery, always use the tools with insulation, wear protective glasses and protective clothing.

  • Page 78: Charge The Battery

    8 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8.11 CHARGE THE BATTERY _____________________________________________________ WARNING Charge the battery in an area with good airflow. The battery can release hydrogen gas that is explosive. To prevent an explosion, keep any device that can cause sparks or flames away from the battery.

  • Page 79: Diesel Particulate Filter

    MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8 8.13 DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER __________________________________________ During the operation of the mower, the level of particle material will increase in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) system. The periodic Regen of the DPF system is needed to remove particle material. During an Active or Parked Regen, the engine will use more fuel.

  • Page 80: Hydraulic Hoses

    8 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8.14 HYDRAULIC HOSES _________________________________________________________ WARNING To prevent injury from the hot, high pressure oil, never use your hands to check for oil leaks. Use the paper or cardboard to find leaks. The hydraulic fluid pressure can have enough force to enter your skin. If hydraulic fluid has entered your skin, a doctor must remove the hydraulic fluid surgically within a few hours or gangrene can occur.

  • Page 81: Tyres

    MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8 8.15 TYRES ______________________________________________________________ Keep the tyres correctly inflated to increase tyre life. Inspect the tread wear. Check the tyre pressure each day, while the tyres are cool. Use an accurate low-pressure tyre gauge. Keep tyres inflated at the correct pressure (see section 8.1) CAUTION DO NOT try to put a tyre on a rim unless you have the correct training, tools and experience.

  • Page 82: Care And Cleaning

    Clean all plastic or rubber parts with a weak soap solution or use commercially available rubber cleaners. To keep the original high polish of the plastic parts, wax with a good grade of one-step cleaner wax. Repair damaged metal surfaces and use Ransomes Jacobsen touch-up paint. Apply wax to the equipment for maximum paint protection.

  • Page 83: Mower Storage

    MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8 8.18 MOWER STORAGE ____________________________________________________ General • Clean the mower and lubricate. Repair and paint damaged or open metal. • Inspect the mower, tighten all hardware, replace worn or damaged components. • Drain and fill the radiator. •...

  • Page 84: Lubrication Of Cutting Units And Lift Arms

    8 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8.19 LUBRICATION OF CUTTING UNITS AND LIFT ARMS ________________________ Wing Pivot Arm (A) Front Pivot Arm (B) Centre Pivot Arm (C) en-84...
  • Page 85 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8 Cutting Unit Mounting (D) Bearing Housings (E) Rolls (F) en-85...

  • Page 86: Problem Solving

    PROBLEM SOLVING ENGINE PROBLEM DIAGNOSTIC_____________________________________ The Engine is difficult to start The Engine stops Cause Action Cause Action Check the fuel tank and fuel filter. Check the fuel tank and fill with fuel. There is no Fuel The fuel is thick and does Remove any contamination from the Check the fuel system for air leaks.
  • Page 87 PROBLEM SOLVING 9 Engine Temperature above Safe Maximum. Cause Action Engine oil low. Check oil level. Fill to specified level. The fan belt is broken or Change the belt or adjust the belt has defects. tension. Coolant low. Fill to the specified level. The Anti-freeze solution Add clean water only or change to is too strong.

  • Page 88: Quality Of Cut

    10 QUALITY OF CUT 10.1 QUALITY OF CUT TROUBLESHOOTING ___________________________________ It is recommended that a “test cut” be performed to Before performing a “test cut” to diagnose cut appear- evaluate the mower’s performance before beginning ance and mower performance, the following items repairs.

  • Page 89: Step Cutting

    QUALITY OF CUT 10 10.3 STEP CUTTING ________________________________________________________ Step cutting occurs when grass is cut taller on one side of a cutting unit than the other or on one side of mower to the other. This is usually caused by mechanical wear or an incorrect roller adjustment.

  • Page 90: Scalping

    10 QUALITY OF CUT 10.4 SCALPING ___________________________________________________________ Scalping is a condition in which areas of grass are cut noticeably shorter than the surrounding areas, resulting in a light green or even brown patch. This is usually caused by an excessively low height-of- cut (HOC) setting and/or uneven turf.

  • Page 91: Stragglers

    QUALITY OF CUT 10 10.5 STRAGGLERS ________________________________________________________ Stragglers are scattered blades of uncut or poorly cut grass. TN0223 NOTE: Arrow indicates direction of travel. Probable Cause Remedy Dull cutting blades). Sharpen or replace blade. Mowing (ground) speed is too fast. Reduce mowing (ground) speed.

  • Page 92: Streaks

    10 QUALITY OF CUT 10.6 STREAKS ____________________________________________________________ A streak is a line of uncut grass. This is usually caused by a damaged blade. TN0224 NOTE: Arrow indicates direction of travel. Probable Cause Remedy Damaged blade(s). Replace blade(s). Turning too aggressively. Cutting units don’t overlap Turn less aggressively to allow cutting units to over- during turns or on side hills.

  • Page 93: Windrowing

    QUALITY OF CUT 10 10.7 WINDROWING ________________________________________________________ Windrowing is the deposit of clippings concentrated at one end of cutting unit(s) or between two cutting units, forming a line in the direction of travel. TN0225 NOTE: Arrow indicates direction of travel. Probable Cause Remedy Grass is too tall.

  • Page 94: Mismatched Cutting Units

    10 QUALITY OF CUT 10.8 MISMATCHED CUTTING UNITS __________________________________________ Mismatched cutting units is a pattern of varying cut- ting heights, resulting in a stepped cut appearance, usually due to mismatched HOC (height-of-cut) ad- justment from one cutting unit to another. TN1278 NOTE: Arrow indicates direction of travel.
  • Page 95 QUALITY OF CUT 10 NOTES en-95...

  • Page 96: Fuses And Relays

    11 FUSES, RELAYS AND CONTROLLER 11.1 FUSE AND RELAY/COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION _________________________ en-96...
  • Page 97 FUSES, RELAYS AND CONTROLLER 11 FUSES FUSE HOLDER 1 Fuse Rating Protected Circuits 7.5A EM Positive to Fuel Pump Key Switch to Beacon And Horn 7.5A Key Switch to Proximity Switches and Pressure Switches Key Switch to Accessory Sockets FUSE HOLDER 2 Fuse Rating Protected Circuits...
  • Page 98 11 FUSES, RELAYS AND CONTROLLER en-98...
  • Page 99 FUSES, RELAYS AND CONTROLLER 11 FUSE HOLDER 4 Fuse Rating Protected Circuits Battery Positive Distribution Box to Machine Control Unit Positive Splice A Battery Positive Distribution Box to Machine Control Unit Positive Splice B Battery Positive Distribution Box to Engine Master Relay Splice to Start Circuit Signal I/P from M Positive Splice to O/P to Engine Control Unit 7.5A...
  • Page 100 11 FUSES, RELAYS AND CONTROLLER NOTES en-100...

  • Page 101: Specifications 12

    SPECIFICATIONS 12 12.1 ENGINE SPECIFICATION _______________________________________________ Model: V2403-CR-TE4 Type: Vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel engine Number of Cylinders Bore and Stroke 87mm x 102.4mm (3.43 in. x 4.04 in.) Total Displacement 2.434 litres (148.53 cu.in.) Combustion Type Direct Injection SAE Net Intermittent kW / rpm 48.6 kW @ 2700 rpm H.P.

  • Page 102: Dimensions & Weights

    12 SPECIFICATIONS 12.2 DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS _______________________________________________ A Width Of Cut: 348 cm 137 In. B Overall Width: 373 cm 146.8 In. Maximum Width Transport With Floating Head Sport 200 At 25 mm Height 199.8 cm 78.7 In. Of Cut: D Maximum Height With Cab 221 cm 87 In.
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  • Page 104: Machine Specification

    12 SPECIFICATIONS 12.3 MACHINE SPECIFICATION _____________________________________________ Frame construction: Heavy duty steel chassis with box section frame rails. Cutting Unit Drive: Five individual hydraulic motors with self lubricating integral bearings. Transmission: Hydrostatic closed loop parallel cross series SureTrac system. Variable displacement piston pump.

  • Page 105: Vibration

    SPECIFICATIONS 12 12.4 VIBRATION__________________________________________________________ The machine was tested for hand and arm vibration levels. The operator was in the normal position to drive the vehicle, with two hands on the steering mechanism. The engine was in operation and the cutting device was in rotation.

  • Page 106: Noise

    12 SPECIFICATIONS 12.5 NOISE When the machine was tested for sound pressure (Operator Ear). The Machinery Safety Directive 2006/42/EC Exposure Of Workers To The Risks Arising From Physical Agents (Noise) Directive 2003/10/EC By compliance to: The Lawnmower Standard BS EN ISO 5395:2013 Sound Pressure Standard EN ISO 3746: 2010 Measured Sound Pressure 85 dB(A) ±...

  • Page 107: Cutting Unit Specification

    SPECIFICATIONS 12 12.7 CUTTING UNIT SPECIFICATION_________________________________________ Magna 250 Sport 200 Fixed Sport 200 Floating Verticut Construction Heavy duty welded pressed steel construction Reel Length 762mm 762mm 762mm 762mm Number of Knives 4 / 6 / 8 4 / 6 / 8 4 / 6 / 8 / 11 Reel Diameter 254mm...

  • Page 108: Recommended Lubricants

    12 SPECIFICATIONS 12.9 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS _________________________________________ Grease: Shell Darina R2 lithium grease or equivalent. 12.10 ACCESSORIES_______________________________________________________ Air Suspension Seat (MSG75) Kit Kit number LMAC560 Lights and mirror Kit Kit number LMAC556 Armaturf Tyre Kit Kit number WL065 Bat (for clearing blockages) 4184540 en-108...

  • Page 109: Cutter Deck Specification

    SPECIFICATIONS 12 12.11 CE CERTIFICATES___________________________________________________ Ransomes Jacobsen Limited West Road, Ransomes Europark, Ipswich, England, IP3 9TT RMP655 RMP655C Ransomes MP655 Ride on Reel Mower LB000301 - LB999999 TA000301 - TA999999 V2403-CR-TE4 48.6 kW @ 2700 RPM 350 cm 2006/42/EC (Machinery Directive)
  • Page 110 Flail Mowers) ANSI B71.4-2012 Ransomes Jacobsen Limited West Road, Ransomes Europark, Ipswich, England, IP3 9TT 1st May 2015 Signature of the person empowered to draw up the declaration on behalf of the manufacturer, holds the technical documentation and is authorised to compile the technical file, and who is established in the Community.
  • Page 111 SPECIFICATIONS 12 ERKLÆRING Ransomes Jacobsen Limited West Road, Ransomes Europark, Ipswich, England, IP3 9TT Product Code Serial Number Description LMAC403-L HJ100301 - HJ199999 MAGNA 250 x 4K FX-RHD (HAND-SPANNER) - FRONT LH UNIT HK200301 - HK299999 LMAC403-R MAGNA 250 x 4K FX-LHD (HAND-SPANNER) - FRONT RH UNIT...
  • Page 112 La quasi-macchina non deve essere messa in servizio finché la macchina finale in cui deve essere incorporata non è stata dichiarata conforme, nel caso, alle disposizioni della Direttiva RMP653 / RMP653C 2006/42/CE. Excluding Meteor Units Ransomes RMP493 / RMP493C LGNN344 / LGNN345 Dalinai užbaigto mechanizmo negalima paleisti kol kiti mechanizmai, kurie dar bus prijungti, nebus patvirtinti kaip atitinkantys 2006/42/EC Direktyvos reikalavimus. 2006/42/KE.
  • Page 113 SPECIFICATIONS 12 NOTES en-113...

  • Page 114: Warranty

    13 GUARANTEE 13.1 GUARANTEE _________________________________________________________ WARRANTY Warranty is subject to specific terms and conditions, e.g. wearing parts, unapproved modifications, etc. are not included. For a full set of warranty conditions, contact your local dealer or distributor. SERVICE A network of authorised Sales and Service dealers has been established and these details are available from your supplier.
  • Page 116 Europe & Rest of The World Except North & South America Ransomes Jacobsen Limited West Road, Ransomes Europark, Ipswich, IP3 9TT English Company Registration No. 1070731 www.ransomesjacobsen.com North & South America Jacobsen, A Textron Company 11108 Quality Drive, Charlotte, NC 28273, USA...

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