Ransomes 67827, 67828 Installation guide

Brand: Ransomes

Model: 67827, 67828

Type: Installation guide

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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.

Part No. 3005188 - Rev C

Dealer

This manual is designed to assist dealer

personnel with the proper set up and

preparation of the equipment prior to

delivery to the customer. You may wish to

keep a copy in your customer file.

Do Not Remove the Safety & Operation

Manual or Parts & Maintenance Manual

from the tractor.

For additional information not included in

this manual, refer to your office copy of:

• The Safety & Operation Manual

• The Parts & Maintenance Manual

Use the pre-delivery checklist provided on

the inside back cover of this manual. You

may wish to provide a copy to the

customer upon delivery of the unit.

LF 3810™ Fairway Mower

67827, 2WD

67828, 4WD with ROPS

CONTENTS

Proposition 65 Warning

Engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer, birth

defects, and other reproductive harm

All information in this publication is based on information available at time of approval for printing. Textron Truf Care And

Specialty Products reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.

ONTENTS

1 Safety

1.1 Operating Safety.................................................. 3

1.2 Important Safety Notes ........................................4

2 Controls

2.1 Icons .................................................................... 5

2.2 Pedals and Levers ...............................................7

2.3 Steering Column Gauges .................................... 7

2.4 Relay Panel .........................................................7

2.5 Control Panel ....................................................... 8

2.6 GreenSentry™ Oil Monitor System ..................... 9

2.7 Operator Alerts ..................................................10

3Set-Up

3.1 General.............................................................. 11

3.2 Initial Inspection .................................................11

3.3 Tractor Preparation ............................................11

3.4 Reel Assembly ...................................................12

3.5 Operating Checks ..............................................13

3.6 Operator Back-up System .................................13

4 Adjustments

4.1 General.............................................................. 14

4.2 Opening Hood and Operator’s Platform ............14

4.3 Manual Lowering Valve .....................................14

4.4 Engine Alternator Belt ........................................15

4.5 Reel Drive Belt ...................................................15

4.6 Parking Brake ....................................................16

4.7 Parking Brake Switch .........................................16

4.8 Steering Tow-In .................................................16

4.9 Neutral Position Adjustment ..............................17

4.10 Neutral start switch ............................................17

4.11 4WD Reverse Switch .........................................17

4.12 Mow Speed ........................................................18

4.13 Lift springs .........................................................18

4.14 Lift Switch ..........................................................18

4.15 Reel To Bedknife ...............................................19

4.16 Reel to Bedknife Adjustment .............................19

4.17 Cutting Modes ....................................................20

4.18 Cutting Height - Fixed Mode ..............................20

4.19 Cutting Height - Floating Mode ..........................21

4.20 Deflector ............................................................21

4.21 Reel Limit Switches ...........................................22

5 Troubleshooting

5.1 General.............................................................. 23

5.2 GreenSentry Trouble shooting .......................... 24

6 Maintenance & Lubrication charts

6.1 General.............................................................. 25

6.2 Maintenance Chart ............................................ 25

6.3 Lubrication Chart ............................................... 26

7Notes

SAFETY 1

1 SAFETY

1.1 OPERATING SAFETY ______________________________________________________

1. Safety is dependent upon the awareness, concern

and prudence of those who operate or service the

equipment. Never allow minors to operate any

equipment.

2. It is your responsibility to read this manual and all

publications associated with this equipment (Safety

& Operation manual, Parts & Maintenance manual,

engine manual, accessories and attachments). If the

operator can not read English it is the owner’s

responsibility to explain the material contained in

this manual to them.

3. Learn the proper use of the machine, the location

and purpose of all the controls and gauges before

you operate the equipment. Working with unfamiliar

equipment can lead to accidents.

4. Never allow anyone to operate or service the

machine or its attachments without proper training

and instructions; or while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

5. Wear all the necessary protective clothing and

personal safety devices to protect your head, eyes,

ears hands and feet. Operate the machine only in

daylight or in good artificial light.

6. Inspect the area where the equipment will be used.

Pick up all the debris you can find before operating.

Beware of overhead obstructions (low tree limbs,

electrical wires, etc.) and also underground

obstacles (sprinklers, pipes, tree roots, etc.) Enter a

new area cautiously. Stay alert for hidden hazards.

7. Never direct discharge of material toward

bystanders, nor allow anyone near the machine

while in operation. The owner/operator can prevent

and is responsible for injuries inflicted to

themselves, to bystanders and damage to property.

8. Never operate equipment that is not in perfect

working order or is without decals, guards, shields,

discharge deflectors or other protective devices

securely fastened in place.

9. Never disconnect or bypass any switch.

10. Carbon monoxide in the exhaust fumes can be fatal

when inhaled. Never operate the engine without

proper ventilation.

11. Fuel is highly flammable, handle with care.

12. Keep the engine clean. Allow the engine to cool

before storing and always remove the ignition key.

13. Disengage all drives and engage parking brake

before starting the engine (motor). Start the engine

only when sitting in operator’s seat, never while

standing beside the unit.

14. Equipment must comply with the latest federal,

state, and local requirements when driven or

transported on public roads.

15. Never use your hands to search for oil leaks.

Hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the

skin and cause serious injury.

16. Operate the machine across the face (horizontally),

not up and down the face of the slopes (vertically).

17. To prevent tipping or loss of control, do not start or

stop suddenly; reduce speed when making sharp

turns. Use caution when changing direction on

slopes.

18. Always use the seat belt when operating tractors

equipped with a ROPS.

Never use a seat belt when operating tractors

without a ROPS.

19. Keep legs, arms and body inside the seating

compartment while the vehicle is in motion.

This machine is to be operated and maintained as specified in this manual and is intended for the professional

maintenance of specialized turf grasses. It is not intended for use on rough terrain or long grasses.

WARNING

EQUIPMENT OPERATED IMPROPERLY OR BY UNTRAINED PERSONNEL CAN BE DANGEROUS.

Familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all controls. Inexperienced operator’s should receive instruction

from someone familiar with the equipment before being allowed to operate the machine.

1 SAFETY

1.2 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES _______________________________________________

This safety alert symbol is used to alert you to potential hazards.

DANGER - Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.

WARNING - Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION - Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury and

property damage. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

For pictorial clarity, some illustrations in this manual may show shields, guards or plates open or removed. Under no

circumstances should this equipment be operated without these devices securely fastened in plac

By following all instructions in this manual, you will prolong the life of your machine and maintain its maximum efficiency.

Adjustments and maintenance should always be performed by a qualified technician.

If additional information or service is needed, contact your Authorized Textron Turf Care And Specialty Products Dealer who

is kept informed of the latest methods to service this equipment and can provide prompt and efficient service. Use of other

than original or authorized Textron Turf Care And Specialty Products parts and Accessories will void the warranty.

WARNING

The operator back-up system on this tractor prevents the tractor from starting

unless the brake lever is engaged, main reel switch is off and traction pedal is in

neutral. The system will stop the engine if the operator leaves the seat without

engaging the parking brake and setting the mower switch off.

NEVER operate tractor unless the operator back-up system is working.

WARNING

1. Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason:

a. Return traction pedal to neutral.

b. Disengage all drives.

c. Lower all implements to the ground.

d. Engage parking brake.

e. Stop engine and remove the ignition key.

2. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts. Wait for all

movement to stop before you clean, adjust or service the machine.

3. Keep the area of operation clear of all bystanders and pets.

4. Never carry passengers, unless a seat is provided for them.

5. Never operate mowing equipment without the discharge deflector

securely fastened in place.

CONTROLS 2

2 CONTROLS

2.1 ICONS ___________________________________________________________________

WARNING

Never attempt to drive the tractor unless you have read the Safety & Operation Manual and

know how to operate all controls correctly.

Familiarize yourself with the icons shown above and what they represent. Learn the location and

purpose of all the controls and gauges before operating this tractor.

Read Manual

High Low

Engine Throttle

Reel Rotation

2-WD 4-WD

Forward Reverse

Drive

Travel

Off Run

Engine

Start

Glow Plugs

Forward

(Cut)

Reverse

(Backlap)

Coolant Temperature

Fuel

Reels

Lower Raise

Lights

Hour Meter

GreenSentry Switch

On Off/Test

On Off

Coolant Level

Cold

Hot

Hydraulic Oil Level

Hydraulic Oil Filter

Head Light

Work Light

Reels

Enable Disable

Engine Oil Pressure

Lubrication

Left

Center

Right

Reel Control

2 CONTROLS

GreenSentry

A Parking Brake

B Steering Tilt Lock

C Traction Pedal

D Reverse Pedal

E Mow Speed Stop

Temperature Gauge

G GreenSentry™ Light

H Oil Pressure Gauge

10 Amp Circuit Breaker

J 30 Amp Circuit Breaker

K Backlap Switch

L Lift / Lower Levers

M Throttle

N Main Reel Switch

O Left Wing Reel Switch

P Center Reel Switch

Q Right Wing Reel Switch

R Light Switch

S 2WD / 4WD Switch

T Glow Plug Switch

U Ignition Switch

V GreenSentry Switch

W Charge Filter Light

X Oil Pressure Light

Y Voltmeter

Z Hour Meter

AA Fuel Gauge

Relay Panel

(Located under Operator Platform)

CONTROLS 2

2.2 PEDALS AND LEVERS _____________________________________________________

Parking Brake

Pull lever up to engage parking brake. Parking brake

must be engaged for machine to start. Depress and

hold brake release A

and push lever forward to

disengage parking brake.

Steering Tilt Lock

Depress lever to adjust position of steering wheel and

release. Make sure steering wheel is locked in position

before operating tractor.

Traction pedal

Used to control the forward motion and speed of the

tractor.

Reverse pedal

Used to control the reverse motion and speed of the

tractor.

Mow speed Stop

Limits forward speed while mowing. To operate at lower

travel speed while mowing, rotate lever so it contacts

stop screw on floor board when forward travel pedal is

pressed. To travel at full speed, rotate lever away from

stop screw. Stop screw can be adjusted to set specific

mow speeds. See Parts & Maintenance Manual.

2.3 STEERING COLUMN GAUGES _______________________________________________

Water temperature gauge

Indicates engine coolant temperature. Normal operating

temperature should be between 160° - 230°F (71°-

110°C). If temperature rises above 230° (110°F), alarm

will sound.

GreenSentry Light

Yellow warning light. Alerts operator of a low fluid level

in hydraulic tank. The light operates in combination with

the alarm. See Section 2.6.

Oil Pressure Gauge

Do not operate tractor if gauge indicates pressure below

6 psi (41.3 kPa). If gauge indicates pressure below 6 psi

oil pressure light (X) will come on.

Figure 2B

2.4 RELAY PANEL ____________________________________________________________

10 Amp Circuit Breaker

Provides circuit protection for interlock and control

circuits. To reset breaker, push on the top of rubber

boot. If breaker trips again, have the electrical system

inspected.

30 Amp Circuit Breaker

Provides circuit protection for reel and 4WD circuits. To

reset breaker, push on the top of rubber boot. If breaker

trips again, have the electrical system inspected.

Backlap Switch

The backlap switch allows the reels to rotate in reverse

for backlapping. Lift toggle lever and press forward to

change to backlap mode. Pull back to return to normal

operation.

When backlapping the parking brake must be set and

reel switches (O ~ Q) must be set to reverse. See Parts

& Maintenance Manual

Figure 2C

CAUTION:

Never adjust steering wheel while

tractor is moving. Stop unit and set parking

brake before adjusting.

2 CONTROLS

2.5 CONTROL PANEL _________________________________________________________

Reel Levers

The reel levers are used to raise and lower the reels

and operates in either automatic or manual mode.

Press levers forward to lower reels, pull levers back to

raise reels. Lever L

controls the left wing reel, Lever L

controls the front and center reels, and lever L

controls

the right Wing reel.

Manual Mode - Set main reel switch (N) in its OFF

position and/or disengage center reels switch (P) the

reels will raise and lower as pressure is applied to the

control levers.

Automatic Mode - Set main reel switch (N) to

ENGAGED position and center reel switch (P) to

FORWARD rotation. When lifting or lowering the reels,

press center and desired wing mower levers to lift or

lower position and release. Tractor will automatically

hold levers in position until reels are fully lowered or

raised to crosscut position. Center lever L

must always

be used to activate this feature.

Throttle

Controls engine speed. Run machine at full throttle

during normal operation.

Main Reel Switch

Used to enable or disable reel switches (O ~ Q). Also

used to set lift levers (L) in manual or automatic mode.

Lift toggle lever then push forward to engage. Pull back

to disengage. Set main reel switch in disengaged

position to start engine.

Left Wing Reel Switch

Used to engage left wing reel in either the forward or

reverse direction. Depress front of switch for forward

rotation. Depress rear of switch for reverse rotation.

Place switch in center position to disengage reel.

Center Reel Switch

Used to engage two front reels and center reel in either

the forward or reverse direction. Depress front of switch

for forward rotation. Depress rear of switch for reverse

rotation. Place switch in center position to disengage

reels. Center reel switch must set for forward rotation for

automatic mode of lift levers (L) to function.

Right Wing Reel Switch

Used to engage right wing reel in either the forward or

reverse direction. Depress front of switch for forward

rotation. Depress rear of switch for reverse rotation.

Place switch in center position to disengage left wing

reel.

Light Switch (Option)

Controls operation of work and head lights. Depress

front of switch for headlights only. Depress rear of

switch for work lights and headlights. Set switch to

middle position to shut off lights.

2WD / 4WD Switch (67828 Only)

Sets tractor in either 2WD or 4WD mode. Depress front

of switch for 4WD. Depress rear of switch for 2WD

Glow Plug Switch

Push switch towards ignition switch (U) to energize glow

plugs.

GreenSentry

CONTROLS 2

Ignition Switch

The ignition Switch has three positions. OFF, RUN and

START. Always remove the ignition key when tractor is

not in use.

GreenSentry Switch

This switch is used to test the GreenSentry system or

disable the horn after a low oil level or leak has been

detected. Keep switch in its ON position when starting

or operating the tractor. To test GreenSentry system, set

switch to OFF and turn ignition key to RUN. See Section

2.6

Charge Filter Light

Light should illuminate when ignition switch is RUN

position and engine is not started. If light remains

illuminated after 10 minutes of operation, the charge

filter must be replaced. If light does not illuminate before

starting engine, check and replace the bulb if defective.

Engine Oil Pressure Light

Light should illuminate when ignition switch is in the

RUN position and engine is not started. Once engine

starts light should turn off. If light does not go out after

starting engine, or turns on during operation, stop

engine immediately and have the system inspected and

repaired. If light does not illuminate before starting

engine, check and replace the bulb if defective.

Voltmeter

Used to monitor battery condition. Gauge should never

be in the red area during operation.

Hour Meter

Records tractor operating hours. Also used to schedule

periodic maintenance.

AA.

Fuel Gauge

Indicates current fuel level. Check fuel gauge daily

before starting machine and periodically during

operation. Never allow the tractor to run out of fuel.

2.6 GREENSENTRY™ OIL MONITOR SYSTEM _____________________________________

Note:

The GreenSentry Oil Monitor System is a tool to

assist in hydraulic oil leak detection. It will not prevent

oil leaks, nor is it intended to replace periodic

inspections and regular maintenance.

1. The GreenSentry light (G) gives an early warning

that there may be an oil leak. However, the light may

illuminate during the lift / lower cycle, but will not

sound the horn.

2. The moment an oil leak is confirmed by the

GreenSentry, the horn will sound. Move the tractor

out of the area of operation, stop the engine and

have the system inspected and repaired before

resuming operation.

3. Once a leak has been detected and the horn

sounds, the horn can be turned off with the

GreenSentry switch (V).before the engine is

stopped. Once the engine has been turned off, the

GreenSentry switch must be in the ON position

when the ignition is turned on again or the horn will

sound to indicate the system is not active.

GreenSentry

Figure 2

2 CONTROLS

2.7 OPERATOR ALERTS_______________________________________________________

This tractor uses an audible alarm and warning lights to alert

the operator of conditions requiring immediate action. When

an alert occurs follow the general guidelines listed in the

chart below, and any specific actions outlined by the

grounds superintendent or service manager.

To test alarm system:

Turn ignition switch to RUN. Engine oil pressure light and

charge filter light should come on. Move GreenSentry switch

to off position, alarm should sound.

This system monitors:

1. Hydraulic fluid level

2. Engine oil pressure

3. Engine coolant temperature

4. Hydraulic oil filters

Alert Action

1. Hydraulic fluid level - alarm

sounds and GreenSentry light

comes on. Hydraulic fluid is below

recommended level.

Stop tractor immediately, lower implements and shut off engine! Visually

inspect tractor for obvious signs of leaks around connections, hoses and

hydraulic components. Return tractor to service area for maintenance.

CAUTION: Hydraulic fluid is under pressure. Turn engine off and allow

fluid to cool before checking fluid level or adding oil to hydraulic tank.

2. Engine Oil Pressure - oil pressure

light comes on. Oil pressure low.

Stop tractor immediately, lower implements and shut off engine! Inspect oil

level in engine. If oil light remains on with oil at proper level, shut off engine and

tow or trailer tractor back to a service area. NEVER operate engine with oil light

on, severe damage to the engine can occur.

3. Engine Coolant Temperature

Alarm sounds. Engine coolant

temperature high.

Stop tractor immediately, lower implements and shut off engine! Remove

debris such as leaves and grass clippings that may be restricting air flow through

rear screen on hood and area between radiator and oil cooler. If engine continues

to run hot, return tractor to a service area.

CAUTION: Engine coolant is under pressure. Turn engine off and allow

fluid to cool before checking fluid level or adding coolant to radiator.

4. Hydraulic oil filter - Oil filter

warning light remains on.

Return tractor to a service area as soon as possible. Change hydraulic oil

filters.

SET-UP 3

3 SET-UP

3.1 GENERAL ________________________________________________________________

The set-up and testing of the unit should always be

performed by a trained technician, familiar with the

operation of this equipment.

Read each instruction completely and make sure you

understand it before proceeding with the assembly. Stay

alert for potential hazards and obey all safety

precautions.

The RIGHT and LEFT, FRONT and REAR of the machine

are referenced from the operator’s seat, facing forward.

Accessories not included with this product must be

ordered separately. See instructions provided with

accessory for installation and parts.

3.2 INITIAL INSPECTION _______________________________________________________

1. Perform a visual inspection of the entire unit, look for

signs of wear, loose hardware, and components that

may have been damaged during transport.

2. Inspect paint and decals for damage or scratches.

Decals provide important safety and operating

information. Replace all missing or hard to read

decals.

3. All fluids must be at the full level mark with engine

cold

Check :

a. Radiator coolant level

b. Engine oil level

c. Hydraulic fluid level

4. Make sure air filter connections are tight and cover

is securely in place.

5. Check tires for proper inflation. Tires have been

over inflated for transport. Correct tire pressure

should be set to:

Front: 10 -12 psi (69 - 83 kPa).

Rear: 8 - 10 psi (55 - 69 kPa)

6. Check belt tension. [Section 4.4]

7. Inspect battery connections and electrolyte level.

Check that battery is fully charged.

8. Check for fuel or oil leaks.

9. Inspect lube points on reels and tractor for proper

lubrication. [Section 6.3]

3.3 TRACTOR PREPARATION __________________________________________________

1. Remove bolt (A) from each lift arm. Do not remove

shipping bands from the lift yokes.

2. Remove and retain hardware (B) securing the reel

motors to the shipping brackets (C). Remove and

discard shipping brackets and hardware (D).

Figure 3A

CAUTION: Do not attempt to drive the tractor

unless you are familiar with this type of equip-

ment and know how to operate all controls cor-

rectly.

CAUTION:

The intial 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.

3 SET-UP

3.4 REEL ASSEMBLY _________________________________________________________

1. Uncrate reels and seperate into two left hand and

three right hand units.

2. Place the left hand mowers under the left wing and

left front lift arm. Place the right hand mowers under

the center, right wing, and right front lift arm.

3. Remove all shipping bands and braces from the lift

arms. Start engine and fully lower the lift arms. Shut

off engine and remove key.

4. Assemble the lift yoke to motor end of mower, using

1/2-13 x 1-1/2” screw (E), lockwasher (G),

flatwashers (F or J), spacer (H) and square nut (I).

5. Assemble lift yoke to counterweight end of mower,

using 1/2-13 x 1-3/4” screw (J), lockwasher (G),

flatwashers (F or J), spacer (H) and square nut (I).

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each mower.

Note:

For front and center mowers, use the larger (F)

flat washers (1-3/8” O.D.) on outside of lift yoke. For

wing mowers, use smaller (J) flat washers (1-1/16”

O.D.) on outside of lift yokes.

7. If mower is to be operated in fixed mode, Assemble

3/8-16 x 1-1/4” screws, flatwashers, lockwashers

and nuts (K) to mowers as shown. [Section 4.17]

8. If mower is to be operated in floating mode,

purchase and assemble front roller, following

directions supplied with roller. [Section 4.17]

9. If installing 10 blade reels, (Model No. 67806),

assemble down pressure assembly (P) and install

on casting end of each mower using 3/8-16 x 1”

screw (L) and spacer (M).

10. Remove protective plug (N) and belt cover (O) from

belt housing. Keep plug (N) in a safe place for use

when reels are removed from tractor.

11. Loosely assemble reel motor to drive housing using

hardware (B - Section 3.3).

12. Place drive belt over motor pulley and adjust belt.

[Section 4.5].

13. Fully raise reels to transport position and install lift

spring screws (A -Section 3.3).

14. Adjust reel to bedknife, and set height of cut for

each cutting unit.[Sections 4.15, 4.16, 4.18 and

4.19]

Figure 3B

Left Front

Right Front

Motor End

Left Wing

Center

Right Wing

F / J

SET-UP 3

3.5 OPERATING CHECKS ______________________________________________________

After the initial inspection and set-upof reels and

accessories test the tractor and implements for proper

operation.

1. Test the operator back-up system. [Section 3.6]

2. Start the tractor and check the switches, gauges,

pedals and controls operate as descrtibed.

[Sections 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6 and 2.7]

3. Operate traction pedal and check that tractor

operates smoothly in both directions. Check that

tractor stops when traction pedal is released.

4. Check that the tractor does not creep.

5. After operation, stop tractor and visually check for

oil or hydraulic leaks.

3.6 OPERATOR BACK-UP SYSTEM ______________________________________________

1. The operator backup system prevents the engine

from starting unless the parking brake is engaged,

the traction pedal is in neutral and the main reel

switch is “OFF”. The system also stops the engine if

the operator leaves the seat with the main reel switch

“ON” with at least one individual reel switch “ON”,

traction pedal out of NEUTRAL, or parking brake

“DISENGAGED”.

2. Perform each of the following tests to insure the

operator backup system is functioning properly. Stop

the test and have the system inspected and

repaired if any of the tests fail as listed below:

● the engine does not start in test 1;

● the engine does start during tests 2,3 or 4;

● the engine continues to run during tests 5 or 6.

3. Refer to the chart below for each test and follow the

check (✔) marks across the chart. Shut engine off

between each test.

Test 1:

Represents normal starting procedure. The

operator is seated, parking brake is engaged, the

operator’s feet are off the pedals, and the main reel

switch is ‘OFF”. The engine should start.

Test 2:

The engine must not start if the main reel

switch is “ON”.

Test 3:

The engine must not start if the parking brake

is “DISENGAGED”.

Test 4:

The engine must not start if the traction pedal

is pressed.

Test 5:

Start the engine in the normal manner then

turn main reel switch “ON”, one individual switch

“ON” and lift your weight off the seat. ★

Test 6:

Start the engine in the normal manner then

disengage parking brake and lift your weight off the

seat. ★

★ Lift your weight off seat. The cutting units must stop rotating within seven (7) seconds.

WARNING

Never operate equipment with the operator

backup system disconnected or malfunctioning.

Do not disconnect or bypass any switch.

Operator’s Back-up System Check

Test

Operator

Seated

Parking

Brake

Traction Pedal

in Neutral

Main Reel

Switch

Individual

Reel Switch

Engine

Starts

Yes No On Off Yes No On Off Yes No Yes No

1 ✔✔✔ ✔✔✔

2 ✔✔✔✔ ✔✔

3 ✔✔✔✔✔✔

4 ✔✔ ✔✔✔✔

5 ✔

★

✔✔ ✔

★★

6 ✔

★

✔✔ ✔ ✔

★

4 ADJUSTMENTS

4.1 GENERAL________________________________________________________________

1. Adjustments and maintenance should always be

performed by a qualified technician. If proper

adjustment cannot be made, contact an authorized

Textron Turf Care And Specialty Products dealer.

2. Replace, do not adjust, worn or damaged

components.

3. Do not wear jewelry or loose fitting clothing when

making adjustments or repairs.

4. Do not change governor settings or overspeed the

engine.

4.2 OPENING HOOD AND OPERATOR’S PLATFORM _______________________________

1. To open hood, release latches (A) on both sides of

the tractor and tilt hood backwards.

2. To open operator’s platform:

a. Open Hood

b. Start engine and lower front reels to the ground.

Engage parking brake and shut off engine.

c. Release latch (B) from the right side of tractor.

d. Lift operator’s platform to the open position.

Figure 4A

4.3 MANUAL LOWERING VALVE ________________________________________________

1. To lower the front lift arms manually, when the engine

is not operating, slowly turn the lift release knobs (C)

clockwise until mowers are on the ground. Then turn

counterclockwise finger tight.

2. Manual Lowering valve can be located behind and

above the right front tire.

Figure 4B

WARNING

To prevent injury, lower implements to the ground,

disengage all drives, engage parking brake, stop engine

and remove key from ignition switch before making any

adjustments or performing maintenance.

Make sure the tractor is parked on a solid and level

surface. Never work on a tractor that is supported only by

the jack. Always use jack stands.

If only the front or rear of the tractor is raised, place

chocks in front of and behind the wheels that are not

raised.

! !

CAUTION:

Be careful to prevent entrapment

of the hands and fingers between moving and

fixed components of the machine

WARNING

To prevent injury, never remove the gas springs from the

operator’s platform without first supporting the platform.

Do not raise front lift arms when the operator’s platform

is opened. The platform could be forced into the closed

position causing bodily injury or damage to operator’s

platform.

! !

ADJUSTMENTS 4

4.4 ENGINE ALTERNATOR BELT________________________________________________

Inspect and adjust new belt after first ten hours of operation.

Adjust every 100 hours thereafter.

Adjust alternator pulley so belt deflects 1/4” to 5/16” (6 -8

mm) with a 20 lb. push at midpoint between pulleys. See

engine manual.

If tension is incorrect, loosen alternator mounting bolts (E)

and adjust alternator until proper belt tension is achieved.

Figure 4C

4.5 REEL DRIVE BELT_________________________________________________________

The reel drive belts must be readjusted whenever the reel

motor is removed.

1. Remove belt cover and make sure the drive belt is

properly positioned over the drive motor and reel

pulley.

2. Loosen hardware (F) then gently pry motor

upwards. At the same time use your belt tensioning

gauge, mid way between the pulleys, to deflect the

belt until it just touches the belt housing.

a. Place tip of the leaf spring on the gauge flat against

the belt and apply force on the motor until the leaf

spring just touches the neck of the gauge.

b. When the leaf spring touches the gauge, the belt is

properly tensioned. Tighten hardware (F).

Figure 4D

1/4” TO 5/16”

(6 TO 8 MM)

LF012

CAUTION:

The drive belt is a Kevlar® rein-

forced belt. To prevent permanent belt damage,

do not overtighten, twist, fold or bend the belt.

Twisting or bending the belt will permanently

damage the chord fibers of the belt.

Using tab on housing

as a pivot, gently pry

motor upwards.

Use gauge here,

perpendicular to

and at mid-span of

belt.

Belt Tensioning gauge is fully deflected when leaf

spring just touches stop.

4 ADJUSTMENTS

4.6 PARKING BRAKE _________________________________________________________

1. To set brake force: Place brake lever in the

disengaged position. sit in the operator’s seat and

turn knob (G) clockwise to increase force. Apply and

release brake lever every quarter turn until a force of

36-42 lb (16 - 19 kg), at the base of the adjustment

knob is required to set the parking brake.

If a scale is not available for measuring, place tractor in

2WD mode and adjust brake until motor cannot

overcome the parking brake.

2. If the knob on the parking brake has been turned to

it’s maximum extent, new brake pads are required.

3. Brake pads must be replaced when worn to the

point that they touch each other above the brake

disk.

Figure 4E

4.7 PARKING BRAKE SWITCH__________________________________________________

This switch is located, under the operator’s platform, at the

base of the parking brake lever. When parking brake is

engaged (Vertical) and handle latch is locked, parking brake

switch

(H) must be closed. Loosen hardware (I), and adjust

switch as required until the switch closes when the handle

latch locks and opens when brake is disengaged. Tighten

hardware

(I).

Figure 4F

4.8 STEERING TOW-IN ________________________________________________________

1. Turn wheels to straight ahead position.

2. Loosen jam nuts (J) on both sides of tie rod (M).

3. Turn tie rod (M) to provide proper tow-in. Tow-in

must not exceed +1/16” (1.5 mm) (K). Retighten jam

nuts.

4. After adjusting tie rod, adjust steering cylinder by

threading the rod (N in or out of ball joint so spindle

arm clears the stop on the axle by 1/32 to 3/32in.

(0.8 to 2 mm) (O) when cylinder is fully extended.

Figure 4G

K +0 to1/16”

(+0 to 1.5 mm)

1/32 to 3/32”

ADJUSTMENTS 4

4.9 NEUTRAL POSITION ADJUSTMENT __________________________________________

If the tractor “creeps” in either direction, the neutral position

must be adjusted.

1. Adjust nut (K) in 1/16 or 1/8 turn increments.

a. To adjust for reverse creep, loosen nut (J) and turn

nut (K) to thread rod (L) into rod end (M).

b. To adjust for forward creep, loosen nut (J) and turn

nut (K) to thread rod (L) out of rod end (M).

2. Close operator’s platform and drive the tractor both

forward and reverse on level ground. Return pedal

to neutral and check to see if tractor creeps in either

direction.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the tractor no longer

creeps.

Figure 4H

4.10 NEUTRAL START SWITCH __________________________________________________

1. Adjust neutral position before adjusting neutral start

switch. Switch must be readjusted whenever neutral

position has been changed.

2. Use a Volt/Ohm meter to determine when switch

opens or closes.

a. Loosen hardware (N) and adjust neutral plate (O)

until switch (P) closes. Tighten hardware (N).

b. Switch should open when pedal is moved out of

neutral in either direction and close when pedal

returns to neutral.

Figure 4I

4.11 4WD REVERSE SWITCH ____________________________________________________

1. Adjust neutral start switch (P) before adjusting 4WD

reverse switch (Q).

2. Use a Volt/Ohm meter to determine when switch

opens or closes.

a. Loosen hardware (R) and adjust switch (Q) until

switch just opens with traction pedal in neutral.

Tighten hardware (R).

b. Switch should close when pedal is pressed for

forward movement and open when pedal is

returned to neutral.

c. Switch should always be open when pedal is

pressed for reverse movement.

Figure 4J

4 ADJUSTMENTS

4.12 MOW SPEED _____________________________________________________________

Cutting quality is better at speeds well below the transport

speed of the tractor. An initial mow speed of 7.5 mph (13.7

kph) is set at the factory and should be satisfactory for most

cutting conditions. Local turf conditions however may

respond better to a slower speed.

To set mow speed, loosen jam nut (S) and adjust stop screw

up to reduce speed, down to increase speed. Tighten nut to

hold adjustment in place.

Figure 4K

4.13 LIFT SPRINGS ____________________________________________________________

The lift springs can be adjusted so the exposed bolt thread

(T) is zero for maximum traction or turned out to it’s

maximum limits to help the reels follow uneven turf. Do not

exceed these values or tractor damage may result

The initial weight setting should be made with the front reels

weighing 10 lb (4.5 kg) more than the center and wing reels.

Individual adjustment can then be made from this point to fit

specific turf conditions.

To disconnect springs for reel removal, fully raise all mowers

to transport position and install transport locks. Remove bolt

(T) from each mower. Remove transport locks and lower the

reels to the ground.

Figure 4L

4.14 LIFT SWITCH _____________________________________________________________

Position Magnets (V) so that a gap of 0.010 - 0.050 in.

(0.254 - 1.25 mm) is maintained between the switch and

magnet for each position.

Use a Volt/Ohm meter to check if lift (U) or lower (W) switch

closes when center handle is moved to corresponding

position. Adjust magnets (V) as necessary.

Figure 4M

WARNING

To prevent injury, disconnect lift springs before removing

mower.

Do not raise front lift arms when the operator’s platform

is opened. The platform could be forced into the closed

position causing bodily injury or damage to operator’s

platform.

! !

0.01 - 0.050.01 - 0.05

Lower Position Lift Position

ADJUSTMENTS 4

4.15 REEL TO BEDKNIFE _______________________________________________________

(Pre-adjustment Check)

1. Check the reel bearings for end play or radial play. If

there is any abnormal movement of the reel, up and

down or side to side, adjust or replace components

as needed.

2. Inspect the reel blades and bedknife to insure good

sharp edges without bends or nicks.

a. The cutting edges of the reel blades and bedknife

must be sharp, free of burrs and show no signs of

rounding off.

b. The bedknife and bedknife backing must be

securely tightened. The bedknife must be straight

and sharp.

c. A flat surface of 1/16 in. (2 mm) minimum must be

maintained on the front face of the bedknife. Use a

standard flat file to dress the bedknife.

3. If wear or damage is beyond the point where the

reel or bedknife can be corrected by the lapping

process, they must be reground.

4. Proper reel-to-bedknife adjustment is critical. A gap

of 0.001 to 0.003” (0.025 to 0.076 mm) must be

maintained across the entire length of the reel and

bedknife.

5. The reel must be parallel to the bedknife. An

improperly adjusted reel will lose its sharp edges

prematurely and may result in serious damage to

the reel and bedknife.

6. Grass conditions will also affect the adjustment.

a. Dry, sparse conditions will require a wider gap to

prevent heat buildup and damage to the reel and

bedknife.

b. High quality grass with a good moisture content

requires a closer gap (near zero).

Figure 4N

Figure 4O

4.16 REEL TO BEDKNIFE ADJUSTMENT __________________________________________

Read Section 4.15 before making the adjustment.

Start adjustment at the leading edge of the reel, followed by

the trailing end.

The leading end of the blade is the end that

passes over the bedknife first during normal rotation.

1. Loosen nut (C) 1/4 turn on both ends of the cutting

unit.

a. Turn adjuster (A) in 1/16 to 1/8 turn increments.

b. Slide a feeler gauge or shim stock.001 in. (.025

mm) between the reel blade and the bedknife.

Do not turn reel.

c. Adjust the trailing end of the reel in the same

manner then recheck the adjustment at the

leading end.

d. Securely tighten all hardware and recheck the

adjustment.

e. When properly adjusted, the reel will spin freely

and you should be able to cut a piece of

newspaper, along the full length of the reel, when

the paper is held at 90°.

Note:

Avoid Excessive tightening or damage may occur to

bedknife and reel blades. Reel must turn freely.

Figure 4P

1/16 in.

Leading

Edge of Reel

Normal

Rotation

CAUTION:

To prevent personal injury and

damage to the cutting edges, handle the reel

with extreme care.

4 ADJUSTMENTS

4.17 CUTTING MODES _________________________________________________________

1. The mower may be operated in the

fixed

mode or

the

floating

mode.

Fixed

mode height of cut ranges from 3/8 - 2-15/16

in. (9.5 - 75 mm) and the mower does not require a

front roller unless the terrain is rough and uneven.

If a front roller is required, the roller should be raised

1/4 in. (6 mm) higher than the rear roller and used for

anti-scalp purposes only.

Floating

mode requires a front roller.

If a 2-1/2 in. (63 mm) solid front roller is used, the

cutting height will range from 3/8 to 2-1/8 in. (9 to

54 mm).

If a 3 in. (76 mm) grooved front roller

(Recommended) is used, the cutting height will range

from 3/8 to 2-1/2 in. (9 to 63 mm).

4. To convert the mower from

fixed

floating

mode,

remove hardware (H) from each side of the five

mower frames.

Install a front roller and store hardware (H) for future

conversion to fixed mode.

5. To convert the mower from

floating

fixed

mode,

assemble hardware (H) as shown and remove or

raise the front roller.

Figure 4Q

4.18 CUTTING HEIGHT - FIXED MODE ____________________________________________

1. Reposition the rear roller adjuster.

a. For cutting heights from 3/8 to 1-3/4 in. (9 to

44 mm) use holes (M) on the mower frame and

two holes (shown in black) of the height adjuster

(F) as shown.

b. For cutting heights greater than 1-3/4 inches

(44 mm) disassemble adjuster (F) and turn the

mounting bracket upside down; then use holes

(N) of the frame and the two holes (shown in

black) of the adjuster (F).

2. Place spacers of the desired height (J) under each

end of the reel, adjacent to the front edge of the

bedknife.

3. Loosen nut (G) and lower rear roller to the ground.

Tighten nut (E) against the adjuster then recheck

the setting on both side of the reel. Readjust if

necessary.

4. Assemble the front roller adjuster (B) (If a roller is

required) to mower frame. Set roller to 1/4 in. (6

mm) above rear roller.

Figure 4R

Figure 4S

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Ransomes 67827, 67828 Installation guide

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