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Safety Operation and Maintenance Manual
Jacobsen F305 & F407 Ride on Reel Mower
with KUBOTA - V1505-CR-TE5
Fairway F305
Product code: 10011560
Series: AAA
Fairway F407
Product code: 10011568
Series: AAB
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.
WARNING
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United
Kingdom
10033001-A-GB
RJL AGCB
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Summarization of Contents
INTRODUCTION
2.1 IMPORTANT
Overview of the manual's purpose and user responsibilities.
2.2 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Details on machine model, serial numbers, and identification plates.
2.3 GUIDELINES FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SCRAP PRODUCTS
Procedures for safe disposal of machine components and materials.
2.4 PARTS MANUAL
Information on how to obtain machine parts lists and drawings.
2.5 KEY NUMBERS
Section for recording important machine identification numbers.
SAFETY
3.1 HOW TO OPERATE SAFELY
General guidelines for safe operation, preparation, and hazard awareness.
3.1.4 ROPS
Safety guidelines related to the Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS).
3.1.5 SAFE HANDLING OF FUELS
Precautions for handling and refueling the machine with diesel fuel.
3.1.6 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Safety procedures for cleaning, adjusting, repairing, and storing the mower.
3.1.7 LOADING MOWER ONTO A TRAILER
Safety instructions for transporting the mower on a trailer.
3.1.8 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
Critical safety warnings, interlock system, and general precautions.
SPECIFICATIONS
4.1 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Technical details of the Kubota engine model V1505-CR-TE5.
4.2 DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS
Physical measurements and weight specifications for the mower models.
4.3 CUTTING UNIT SPECIFICATION
Technical details for the Fairway 7K and 11K cutting units.
4.4 MACHINE SPECIFICATION
General machine specifications including tires, transmission, and speeds.
4.5 CUTTING PERFORMANCE
Data on cutting speed and area coverage for F305 and F407 models.
4.6 VIBRATION LEVEL
Measured hand/arm and whole body vibration levels according to standards.
4.7 NOISE
Sound pressure and sound power level measurements for operator and environment.
4.8 SLOPES
Maximum allowable slope angles for F305 and F407 models.
DECALS
5.1 SAFETY DECALS
Identification and meaning of various safety warning decals on the machine.
5.2 INSTRUCTION DECALS
Identification and meaning of decals providing operational instructions.
CONTROLS
6.1 OPERATOR WORKSTATION
Overview of the operator's control area and key components.
6.2 CONTROL PANEL
Detailed layout and function of the main control panel.
6.2.A STARTER KEY SWITCH
Operation of the ignition and starter key switch.
6.2.B THROTTLE CONTROL ROTARY
Adjustment of engine speed using the throttle control.
6.2.C PARK BRAKE
Operation and function of the park brake system.
6.2.D CUTTER SWITCH (PTO)
Engaging and disengaging the cutting unit PTO.
6.2.E LIGHT SWITCH (OPTIONAL)
Control of optional work lights.
6.2.F WING LOCK SWITCH
Function of the wing lock switch for transport.
6.3 VISUAL DISPLAY
Information on the machine's digital display and its screens.
6.3.1 STARTUP SCREEN
Initial screen displayed upon ignition, showing basic machine status.
6.3.2 WARNING / SERVICE SCREEN
Screens indicating service needs or operational warnings with icons.
6.3.3 HOME SCREEN
The main interface screen with access to various functions.
6.3.4 ENGINE START
Displayed screen and conditions for starting the engine.
6.3.5 THE ENGINE WILL NOT START
Troubleshooting the engine not starting based on icon indicators.
6.3.6 MAIN MENU
Accessing primary system menus like Clock, Service, Settings, Language.
6.3.7 CLOCK & DATE ADJUST
Setting the machine's time, date, and date format.
6.4 SERVICE MENU
Accessing service-related functions like fault logs and diagnostics.
6.5 FAULT LOG
Viewing recorded fault warnings and historical fault data.
6.5.1 TIME UNTIL SERVICE
Monitoring engine hours until the next scheduled service.
6.5.2 VEHICLE DIAGNOSTICS
Accessing and reviewing various machine parameters and diagnostics.
6.5.3 I/O DIAGNOSTICS
Controller input/output diagnostics for troubleshooting.
6.5.4 SETTINGS
Adjusting machine settings such as weight transfer and brightness.
6.5.5 MEASUREMENT UNITS
Configuring units for speed, pressure, volume, temperature, and fuel rate.
6.5.6 PIN
Managing the Personal Identification Number for system access.
6.5.7 CROSS CUT
Enabling and adjusting the Cross Cut function for obstruction avoidance.
6.5.8 WEIGHT TRANSFER
Adjusting weight transfer bias for traction and cutting unit performance.
6.5.9 RESET DEFAULT PARAMETERS
Restoring machine settings to factory defaults.
6.5.10 CHANGE PIN
Procedure to change the owner's PIN for security.
6.5.11 BRIGHTNESS
Adjusting screen brightness for day and night modes.
6.5.12 LANGUAGE MENU
Selecting the display language for the machine interface.
6.5.13 BACKLAPPING
Enabling and using the backlapping function for reel maintenance.
6.6 WARNING SCREENS
Displays and explanations of various warning messages and faults.
6.6.1 WARNING OIL PRESSURE FAULT
Indicates low engine oil pressure and recommended actions.
6.6.2 WARNING ENGINE OVERHEAT
Signals high engine temperature and procedures to cool down.
6.6.3 WARNING BATTERY FAULT
Indicates issues with battery charging or the charge circuit.
6.6.4 WARNING CHARGE FILTER BLOCKED
Alerts to a blocked hydraulic charge filter requiring replacement.
6.6.5 WARNING SERVICE REQUIRED
Notifies that the machine requires scheduled servicing.
6.6.6 JOYSTICK FAULT
Indicates a fault with the unit lift/lower control joystick.
6.6.7 EMISSION FAULT - DELTA-P SENSOR OR ABNORMAL DELTA-P
Reports abnormal DPF differential pressure or sensor fault.
6.6.8 EMISSION FAULT - EGR NOX CONTROL
Signals a fault with the EGR system or sensor.
6.6.9 EMISSION FAULT - MAF SENSOR
Indicates a fault with the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor.
6.6.10 EMISSION FAULT - DPF SENSOR
Reports a fault with the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) sensor.
6.6.11 CLEAN DPF ASH
Alerts when DPF ash level is high and service is needed.
6.6.12 ECU COMMUNICATION FAULT
Indicates a communication issue with the Engine Control Unit (ECU).
6.6.13 MCU / DISPLAY COMMUNICATION FAULT
Signals communication fault with the machine controller or display.
6.7 CUTTING UNIT LIFT / LOWER
Procedures for raising and lowering the cutting units.
6.8 CUTTING UNIT POSITION & MODE INDICATOR LAMP
Explanation of indicator lamps for cutting unit status and mode.
6.9 CUTTER SWITCH (PTO) ENGAGED INDICATOR LAMP
Indicator for when the cutter PTO switch is engaged.
6.10 TRACTION PEDAL
Operation of the forward/reverse traction pedal.
6.11 MOW SPEED LEVER
Adjusting the mowing speed limit.
6.12 STEERING TILT CONTROL
Adjusting the steering column tilt for operator comfort.
6.13 POWER OUTLET
Location and specification of the 12V auxiliary power outlet.
6.14 PARK BRAKE RELEASE VALVE
Procedure for manually releasing the parking brake.
6.15 FREE WHEEL
Engaging the free wheel function for machine movement.
6.16 SEAT RIGHT HAND ARM REST & POD
Adjusting the armrest and control pod position for operator comfort.
OPERATION
7.1 DAILY INSPECTION
Essential checks to perform on the machine before daily operation.
7.2 OPERATOR PRESENCE AND SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
Functionality and testing of the safety interlock system.
7.3 OPERATING PROCEDURE
General steps and precautions for operating the machine safely.
7.4 FITTING CUTTING UNIT
Instructions for attaching cutting units to the mower.
7.5 OPERATION OF THE MACHINE
General guidance for operating the machine, including first-time use.
7.6 STARTING THE ENGINE
Step-by-step procedure for starting a cold engine.
7.7 DRIVING
How to operate the machine's drive system for forward and reverse movement.
7.8 MOWING
Steps for engaging cutting units and starting the mowing process.
7.9 TO STOP THE ENGINE
Procedures for safely shutting down the engine.
7.10 UNBLOCKING CUTTER UNITS
Steps to safely remove blockages from cutting units.
HOW TO REMOVE A BLOCKAGE FROM CUTTING UNITS
Detailed guide to clearing obstructions from the cutting units.
7.11 BACKLAPPING
Process and recommendations for backlapping reel blades.
7.11.1 Backlap Reel Speed Adjustment
Adjusting the reel speed for backlapping operations.
7.12 TRANSPORTATION ON A TRAILER OR FLATBED
Guidelines for securely loading and transporting the mower.
7.13 MOWING ON SLOPES
Precautions and techniques for safe mowing on sloped terrain.
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
8.1 MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION CHART
Schedule of routine maintenance tasks and lubrication points.
8.1.1 ENGINE SERVICE INTERVAL
Detailed chart of engine maintenance tasks based on operating hours.
8.2 ENGINE GENERAL
Important information and recommendations for new engine break-in.
8.2.1 ENGINE LUBRICATION
Procedures for checking and changing engine oil and filter.
8.2.2 CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Procedures for changing engine oil and filter.
8.3 ENGINE ALTERNATOR BELT
Checking and adjusting the tension of the alternator belt.
8.4 ENGINE COOLANT
Procedures for checking and changing engine coolant.
8.5 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Conditions and procedures for changing hydraulic oil.
8.6 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FLUSHING
Steps for flushing the hydraulic system when changing oil types.
8.7 HYDRAULIC TEST PORT
Location of hydraulic test ports for system checks.
8.8 HYDRAULIC FILTER
Procedure for replacing the hydraulic filter and removing air.
8.9 FUEL
Guidelines for using and handling diesel fuel, including supplier verification.
8.11 WATER SEPARATOR
Procedure for draining water from the fuel water separator.
8.12 AIR CLEANER
Instructions for checking and cleaning the air cleaner elements.
8.13 BATTERY
Safety precautions and procedures for servicing and jump-starting the battery.
8.14 BATTERY CHARGING
Guidelines for safely charging the machine's battery.
8.15 ENGINE EXHAUST
Safety warnings and maintenance checks for the exhaust system.
8.16 DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER
Information on DPF operation, regeneration states, and control levels.
8.17 HYDRAULIC HOSES
Inspection and maintenance of hydraulic hoses, including safety warnings.
8.18 TIRES
Importance of correct tire inflation for traction and tire life.
8.19 WHEEL MOUNTING PROCEDURE
Steps and torque specifications for mounting wheels.
8.20 REAR HUB NUT LOCK / APPLICATION AND INSPECTION
Visual checks and tightening procedure for the rear hub nut lock.
8.21 STEERING ROD AND STEERING LINK CHECK
Adjusting toe-in and steering stops for the rear axle and steering system.
8.22 MACHINE MAINTENANCE
General service checks, storage recommendations, and cleaning advice.
8.23 ROPS
Inspection, maintenance, and safety guidelines for the ROPS.
8.24 LUBRICATION OF CUTTING UNITS
Lubrication points and procedures for cutting units and hydraulic motors.
ADJUSTMENTS
9.1 TRACTION CONTROL PEDAL
Procedure for addressing machine creep in the traction control pedal.
9.2 WEIGHT TRANSFER ADJUSTMENT
Adjusting the weight transfer bias for improved traction and performance.
9.3 CUTTING UNIT - SETTING HEIGHT OF CUT
Procedures for setting the rear roll and cutting height of the units.
9.4 CUTTING REEL TO BOTTOM BLADE
Adjusting the reel to the bottom blade for a precise cut.
9.5 CUTTING REEL BEARINGS
Note that cutting reel bearings are self-adjusting.
9.6 FRONT AND REAR ROLL BEARINGS
Note that front and rear roll bearings are self-adjusting.
9.7 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRAMMER SEAT
General operating and safety instructions for Grammer seats.
9.8 SEAT (GRAMMER MSG85)
Adjustments for operator weight, fore/aft position, and backrest.
9.9 AIR SUSPENSION SEAT (GRAMMER MSG75-521)
Adjustments for weight, fore/aft position, backrest extension, lumbar support, and armrests.
ACCESSORIES
10.1 REAR ROLLER BRUSH KITS
Information on available rear roller brush kits.
10.2 GRASS CATCHER KITS
Information on available grass catcher kits for different reel sizes.
10.3 AIR SUSPENSION SEAT KITS
Details on air suspension seat kits for F305 and F407 models.
10.4 WORK LIGHT KIT
Information on the optional work light kit.
PROBLEM SOLVING
11.1 PROBLEM SOLVING GENERAL
Common symptoms, possible causes, and corrective actions for machine issues.
QUALITY OF CUT
12 QUALITY OF CUT TROUBLESHOOTING
General guidance and checks for achieving optimal cut quality.
12.1 WASHBOARDING
Causes and solutions for washboarding patterns in the cut grass.
12.2 MARCELLING
Causes and solutions for marcelling patterns in the cut grass.
12.3 STEP CUTTING
Causes and solutions for uneven cutting height across reels or units.
12.4 SCALPING
Causes and solutions for grass being cut too short in areas.
12.5 STRAGGLERS
Causes and solutions for grass blades not being cut or cut incorrectly.
12.6 STREAKS
Causes and solutions for lines of uncut grass (streaks).
12.7 WINDROWING
Causes and solutions for grass clippings deposited in windrows.
12.8 RIFLING OR TRAMLINING
Causes and solutions for wave-like cutting patterns.
12.9 MISMATCHED CUTTING UNITS
Causes and solutions for stepped appearance due to HOC differences.
SCHEMATICS
13.1 ELECTRICAL FUSES & RELAYS
Diagram and identification of fuses and relays in the electrical system.
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