Ransomes 88116, 88117 Owner's manual

Brand: Ransomes

Model: 88116, 88117

Category: Lawnmowers

Type: Owner's manual

Safety & Operation

Manual

E-Plex II Electric Greens Mower

88116 - Manual Steering, EC

88117 - Power Steering, EC

4139890

1 CONTENTS

2 Safety

2.1 Operating Safety................................................. 3

2.2 Important Safety Notes .......................................4

3 Decals

3.1 Decals................................................................. 5

4 Controls

4.1 Icons ................................................................... 6

4.2 Control Descriptions ........................................... 7

5 Operation

5.1 Daily Inspection .................................................. 9

5.2 Interlock system .................................................. 9

5.3 Operating Procedures .......................................10

5.4 Pre-Operation Check List ................................. 11

5.5 Operating Tips For Maximum Range ............... 11

5.6 Start-Up Procedure ........................................... 11

5.7 Electronic Traction Control System .................. 12

5.8 Stopping / Parking ............................................ 12

5.9 To Drive / Transport .......................................... 12

5.10 Hillside Operation ............................................. 13

5.11 Mowing ............................................................. 13

5.12 Rear Cutting Head Delay .................................. 14

5.13 Overload Protection .......................................... 14

5.14 Towing / Trailering ............................................ 14

5.15 Daily maintenance ............................................ 15

6Notes

Proposition 65 Warning

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. Jacobsen reserves

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

LITHO IN U.S.A.

8-2006

SAFETY 2

2 SAFETY

2.1 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 (Parts

and Maintenance 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. Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories

and attachments are needed to properly and safely

perform the job. Only use accessories and

attachments approved by Jacobsen.

7. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden

hazards.

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. Do not carry passengers. Keep bystanders and pets

a safe distance away.

11. 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.

12. Never disconnect or bypass any switch.

13. Disengage all drives and engage parking brake

before unit power up. Power up unit 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. Watch out for traffic

when crossing or operating on or near roads.

15. Local regulations may restrict the age of the

operator.

16. Operate the machine up and down the face of the

slopes (vertically), not across the face (horizontally).

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

stop suddenly on slopes. Reduce speed when

making sharp turns. Use caution when changing

directions.

18. 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.

2 SAFETY

2.2 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.

IMPORTANT: This text appears next to information or

instructions of a critical nature.

NOTE: This text appears next to information or

instructions which will help you operate and maintain

your equipment the right way.

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 place

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 Jacobsen 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 Jacobsen Products will void the warranty.

WARNING

The interlock system on this unit prevents the unit from starting unless the

brake lever is engaged, mower switch is off and traction pedal is in neutral.

The system will de-energize the unit if the operator leaves the seat.

NEVER operate unit unless the interlock system is working properly.

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. Turn key to off position and 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.

DECALS 3

3 DECALS

3.1 DECALS _________________________________________________________________

Familiarize yourself with the decals they are critical to the safe operation of the machine.

REPLACE DAMAGED DECALS IMMEDIATELY.

Battery WARNING decal

840862

Battery disconnect WARNING decal

840863

CAUTION stored energy decal

840223

CAUTION

bystander decal

009034890

009034910

CAUTION read

operators manual

WARNING guards decal

840748

Vehicle operation WARNING decal

840227

PRECAUCION

No opere esta maquina sin previo

entrenamiento, instruccion y sin haber

leido el manual de operacion.

Tenga todas las guardas en su lugar y

piezas bien aseguradas.

3. Neutralice todas las velocidades y

apague el motor antes de vaciar los

recolectores de pasto, darle servicio,

Mantenga las manos, los pies y ropa

suelta lejos de piezas en movimiento.

No deberan transportar pasajeros si

no existe un asiento para ellos.

limpiar, ajustar y destrabar la maquina.

le lea las calcomanias de avisos y los

Si no sabe leer ingles, pida que alguien

manuales de instruccion y operacion.

Spanish CAUTION decal

340830

4 CONTROLS

4.1 ICONS ___________________________________________________________________

105

Watch for

Bystanders

Read Manual Possible

Hazard

Read Service Manual

Motor

Off On Start

Stored Energy

Remove Key From Ignition

Parking Brake Speed Control

Forward Neutral Reverse

Hand Injury

Mow / Raise

Mow Raise

Lights

Power

Battery

Connected Disconnected

Keep Safe

Distance

Sound Power Sound Pressure

Mowing Speed

Mow Transport

Reel Symbol Mow SymbolReel Lift

Up Down

WARNING

Never attempt to drive the unit unless you have read the Safety and 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 unit.

CONTROLS 4

4.2 CONTROL DESCRIPTIONS __________________________________________________

A. Key Switch

The operator must be properly seated to engage the

seat switch and the mow/lift pedal must be in the

raised position before the POWER light will come on.

Turn the key all the way to the right until the POWER

light comes on. Release the key and the switch

returns to the ON position for normal operation. Turn

the key left to the OFF position to shut off the unit

and prevent all electrical functions from operating.

A. Key Switch

B. Power On Light

C. Battery Meter

D. Hour Meter

E. Reel Drive Switches

F. Mow/Transport Speed Control Switch

G. Reel Lift Switch

H. Headlight Switch

I. Direction/Speed Pedal

J. Brake Pedal

K. Park Brake Latch

L. Mow/Raise Pedal

M. Seat Adjustment Lever

N. Manual Reset Circuit Breakers

0 0 0 0 0 1

J, K

4 CONTROLS

B. Power On Light

Illuminates when the key switch has been turned to

the start position and the system has been

energized. The light will flash slowly (1 second

cycle) in the event of a seat switch fault. The light will

flash fast (0.5 second cycle) in the event of a motor

current overload condition.

C. Battery Condition Meter

Shows the relative charge condition of the batteries.

When the light is to the far right, the batteries are fully

charged. When the last two lights on the left are

flashing, the batteries must be recharged.

NOTE: Continued operation on low batteries will damage

the batteries.

D. Hour Meter

Records the number of hours the unit has run. Use

the hour meter to manage a good scheduled

maintenance program (refer to the Parts and

Maintenance Manual).

E. Reel Drive Switches

Enables or disables each cutting head individually.

All three switches should be ON for normal mowing.

Each cutting head can be disabled if the use of only

one or two cutting heads is desired.

F. Mow/Transport Speed Control Switch

Depress the rear portion of the switch for transport

speed. The cutting heads are raised and disabled

when the unit is in transport mode.

Depress the front portion of the switch for mowing

speed. This also activates the cutting heads, so that

they will operate only in the mowing speed mode.

G. Reel Lift Switch

Allows the cutting heads to be raised or lowered for

maintenance without operating the reel blade motors.

To use the reel lift switch, turn the key switch to the

ON position only. The reel lift switch will NOT work if

the POWER light is on.

NOTE: Each cutting head must be activated with the reel

drive switch before it will operate.

H. Headlight Switch

Turns the headlights on and off.

I. Direction/Speed Pedal

Controls speed and direction. Depress front of pedal

to go forward, depress back of pedal to go backward.

Increased pressure on the pedal will increase speed.

J. Brake Pedal

The speed control system provides regenerative

braking when the Direction/Speed pedal is released.

Depress the brake pedal as required to further slow

or stop the unit.

K. Park Brake Latch

Depress and hold the brake pedal, then push the

park brake latch forward to hold the brake pedal. To

release the park brake, depress and release the

brake pedal. NEVER drive the unit with the park

brake set. When leaving the unit, ALWAYS set the

park brake latch.

L. Mow/Raise Pedal

Lowers and raises the cutting heads during normal

mowing operation. Depress front portion of the pedal

to lower the cutting heads and begin mowing.

Depress the rear portion of the pedal to raise the

cutting heads and stop mowing.

NOTE: Each cutting head must be activated with the reel

drive switch before it will lower.

M. Seat Adjustment Lever

Pull the adjustment lever to the left, slide the seat to

the desired position and release the lever.

N. Manual Reset Circuit Breakers

There are three manual reset circuit breakers located

on the electrical component module below the Mow/

Lift Pedal. (A) Reel Motor Circuit Breaker - 50A, (B)

Lift Actuator Circuit Breaker - 30A, (C) System Circuit

Breaker - 12.5A. (See Figure 4A) To reset a

breaker, push on the red button until an audible click

is heard. If the circuit breaker continues to trip,

contact an authorized dealer for repair.

Figure 4A

OPERATION 5

5 OPERATION

5.1 DAILY INSPECTION ________________________________________________________

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

signs of wear, loose hardware, and missing or

damaged components.

2. Make sure all mowers are adjusted to the same

cutting height.

3. Check tires for proper inflation.

4. Test the interlock system.

NOTE: For more detailed maintenance information,

adjustments and maintenance/lube charts, see the Parts

& Maintenance manual.

5.2 INTERLOCK SYSTEM ______________________________________________________

1. The Interlock system prevents the unit from

energizing unless the operator is seated, traction

pedal is in neutral and the mow/lift pedal is in the Lift

position. The system also de-energizes the unit if the

operator leaves the seat.

2. Perform each of the following tests to insure the

Interlock System is functioning properly. Stop the

test and have the system inspected and repaired if

any of the tests fail as listed below:

a. The green light does not turn ON in test 1;

b. The green light does turn ON in test 2, 3 or 4;

c. The green light does not turn OFF in test 5;

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

check (9) marks across the chart. Turn key switch

to off position between each test

Test 1: Represents normal starting procedure. The

operator is seated, the traction pedal is in neutral,

and the mow/lift pedal is in the lift position. The green

light should turn on.

Test 2: The green light must not turn ON if operator

is out of seat.

Test 3: The green light must not turn ON if the mow/

lift pedal is in Mow position.

Test 4: The green light must not turn ON if traction

pedal is not in neutral.

Test 5: Energize the unit in the normal manner then

lift your weight off the seat. Green light must turn

OFF.

 Lift your weight off seat. The green light must turn off

CAUTION

The daily inspection should be performed only when

the unit is off. Lower mowers to the ground, engage

the parking brake, Turn key to off position and remove

ignition key.

WARNING

Never operate equipment with the Interlock System

disconnected or malfunctioning. Do not disconnect or

bypass any switch.

Test Operator Seated Traction Pedal

in Neutral

Mow/Lift Pedal Unit Energizes

Yes No Yes No Mow Lift Yes No

1 99 99

2 99 9 9

3 999 9

4 9 999

5 99 9

5 OPERATION

5.3 OPERATING PROCEDURES_________________________________________________

1. Under no circumstances should the tractor be started

without the operator seated on the unit.

2. Do not operate unit or attachments with loose,

damaged or missing components. Whenever

possible mow when grass is dry.

3. Never use the unit in or near an area where there

may be explosive dust or fumes. The electrical

system of this unit can produce sparks that may

ignite explosive materials.

4. First mow in a test area to become thoroughly

familiar with the operation of the unit and control

levers.

Never operate the reels unless they are mowing

grass. Heat will develop between the bedknife and

reel and damage the cutting edge.

5. Study the area to determine the best and safest

operating procedure. Consider the height of the

grass, type of terrain, and condition of the surface.

Each condition will require certain adjustments or

precautions.

6. Never direct discharge of material toward

bystanders, nor allow anyone near the machine

while in operation. The owner/operator is

responsible for injuries inflicted to bystanders and/or

damage to their property.

7. Use discretion when mowing near gravel areas

(roadway, parking areas, cart paths, etc.). Stones

discharged from the implement may cause serious

injuries to bystanders and/or damage the

equipment.

8. Always turn reel switch off to stop blades when not

mowing.

9. Disengage the drive motors and raise the reels

when crossing paths or roadways. Look out for

traffic.

10. Stop and inspect the equipment for damage

immediately after striking an obstruction or if the

machine begins to vibrate abnormally. Have the

equipment repaired before resuming operation.

11. Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Read

Section 5.10. Use caution when operating near drop

offs.

12. Look behind and down before backing up to be sure

the path is clear. Use care when approaching blind

corners, shrubs, tress or other objects that may

obscure vision.

13. Never use your hands to clean cutting units. Use a

brush to remove grass clippings from blades.

Blades are extremely sharp and can cause serious

injuries. DO NOT place hands or feet beneath unit

at any time.

14. Make sure all shields and guards are in place to

prevent possible injury.

15. Never carry any passengers. This unit is designed

to carry only the operator, in the seat provided by

the factory.

16. Never hang or install anything of a foreign nature

such as a steering knob (spinner) on the steering

wheel.

17. ALWAYS watch for and avoid low overhang such

as tree limbs, door jams, overhead walk ways, etc.

Make sure there is enough room overhead for the

unit and your head to clear easily.

CAUTION

To prevent injury, always wear safety glasses, leather

work shoes or boots, a hard hat, and ear protection.

CAUTION

Before mowing, pick up all debris such as rocks, toys

and wire which can be thrown by the machine. Enter a

new area cautiously. Always operate at speeds that

allow you to have complete control of the mower.

WARNING

Before you clean, adjust, or repair this equipment,

always disengage all drives, lower implements to the

ground, engage parking brake, turn key to OFF

position and remove key to prevent injuries.

OPERATION 5

5.4 PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST ______________________________________________

1. Make sure the batteries are fully charged and that

the charger has been disconnected from the unit

(unit will not operate while the charger is connected).

2. Verify that all battery connections are tight.

3. Check bedknife and reel blades for nicks, damage

and sharpness.

4. Check the reel to bedknife adjustment.

5. Check tire pressure - 12 PSI (83kPa) front, 15 PSI

(103kPa) rear.

6. Visually inspect the unit for loose or broken parts.

5.5 OPERATING TIPS FOR MAXIMUM RANGE _____________________________________

The operating characteristics of the E–Plex mower differ

greatly from those of a gasoline powered unit. The

following is a list of operating procedures and

maintenance tips that will help you achieve maximum

productivity from each charge.

There are three things that should be checked before

driving the unit. Any one of the three could be

responsible for unnecessary drain on the batteries.

1. Tire pressure, maintain at 12 PSI (83kPa) front,

15 PSI (103kPa) rear.

2. Proper adjustment of the bedknife to reel.

3. Make sure the park brake is released.

There are other physical or mechanical conditions that

will affect the range of an E–Plex mower.

1. Temperature affects operating range. The best range

will be achieved at temperatures above 85° F (29°C).

Lower temperatures will reduce range proportionally.

2. Improperly adjusted brakes or malfunctioning drive

train components can reduce range by increasing

the load on the motor.

3. Malfunctioning charger.

4. Improperly maintained batteries. Keeping the

electrolyte at the proper level and keeping the

batteries clean and free of corrosion help maintain

the range of the unit and increase battery life.

5. Loose battery terminal connections and loose or

damaged wires can create unnecessary resistance

in the circuit that affects performance and range.

The manner in which the unit is operated also has a

major affect on how the unit performs. Training operators

to use conservative operating techniques should

increase the range and productivity of the unit.

1. Avoid full–throttle acceleration. Fast starts reduce

range by increasing battery energy consumption.

2. Avoid long periods of travel at top speed. When

transporting from green to green, gentle

acceleration and reasonable speed will greatly

reduce energy consumption.

3. Avoid going up and over hills whenever possible.

Accelerating up hill uses more energy than finding a

reasonable alternative route around the hill.

4. Reduce the number of starts and stops. It takes

more energy to start from a dead stop than from a

gentle roll.

5. Do not completely discharge the batteries. Battery

damage will result if the unit is operated until it will

not move. If the battery condition meter shows

empty, the batteries need to be recharged.

5.6 START-UP PROCEDURE____________________________________________________

1. The operator must be properly seated to engage the

seat switch and the mow/lift pedal must be in the

raised position before the POWER light will come on.

2. Depress the rear portion of the Mow/Lift pedal to

make sure it is in the RAISE position. Make sure the

Direction/Speed pedal is in neutral (foot off of the

pedal).

3. Turn the key switch all the way to the right until the

POWER light comes on. Release the key and the

switch returns to the ON position for normal

operation. Turn the key left to the OFF position to

shut off the unit and prevent all electrical functions

from operating. IF THE HEADS ARE DOWN, they

will automatically raise when the key is turned to the

start position.

NOTE: Whenever the operator leaves the unit and

returns to the seat, the key switch MUST be turned OFF

and then back to the start position to re–energize the

system. There is a one second delay on the seat switch.

5 OPERATION

5.7 ELECTRONIC TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM__________________________________

The E–Plex II is equipped with an electronic closed loop

traction control system which utilizes a microprocessor

and software to regulate speed and optimize the drive

ability of the unit. A speed sensor in the drive motor end

shield reports the exact vehicle speed to the controller

which electronically controls the drive motor to maintain a

smooth and constant speed whether the unit is going

uphill or downhill. When the direction/speed pedal is

returned to neutral, the controller electrically brakes the

motor to bring the unit to a stop. If the unit begins to

over–speed, the controller uses regenerative braking by

essentially turning the drive motor into a generator and

putting energy back into the battery pack. The traction

control system also provides holding torque to prevent

the unit from coasting down hill, even if the operator is

not in the seat. However, using the traction control

system to creep down a long steep hill may overheat

and/or shorten the life of the drive motor. ALWAYS set

the park brake before leaving the unit.

The traction system controller is fully programmable, by

utilizing the hand held programmer (Part No. 893052,

sold separately). Functions such as acceleration,

deceleration, throttle response, speed limits, etc. may

best meet an operator’s preferences. Contact an

authorized dealer or Jacobsen Customer Service for

further information.

5.8 STOPPING / PARKING _____________________________________________________

To stop:

Remove your foot from traction pedal. The unit will

automatically brake when the traction pedal returns to

neutral.

To park the unit under normal conditions:

1. Disengage the reel switch, raise the implements and

move away from the area of operation.

2. Select a flat and level area to park.

a. Release traction pedal to bring the unit to a

complete stop.

b. Disengage all drives, lower implements to the

ground.

3. Engage parking brake.

If an emergency arises and the unit must be parked in the

area of operation, follow the guidelines outlined by the

grounds superintendent. If the unit is parked on an

incline, chock or block the wheels.

5.9 TO DRIVE / TRANSPORT ___________________________________________________

Read and follow all safety notes contained in this manual

when driving or transporting unit. Refer to Section 5.3 for

general operating instructions. When operating in

reverse look behind you to ensure you have a clear path.

Important: If this unit is driven on public roads, it must

comply with federal, state and local ordinances. Contact

local authorities for regulations and equipment

requirements.

1. Disengage all drives and raise implements to the

transport position when driving to and from the area

of operation.

2. Disengage parking brake and move Mow/Transport

switch to “Transport”. Depress traction pedal slowly.

CAUTION

To prevent tipping or loss of control, travel at reduced

speed when making turns.

OPERATION 5

5.10 HILLSIDE OPERATION _____________________________________________________

The unit has been designed for good traction and stability

under normal mowing conditions; however, use caution

when operating on slopes, especially over rough terrain

or when the grass is wet. Wet grass reduces traction and

steering control.

1. Reduce forward speed to maintain the proper cutting

frequency.

2. If the unit tends to slide or the tires begin to “mark”

the turf, angle unit into a less steep grade until

traction is regained or tire marking stops.

3. If unit continues to slide or mark the turf, the grade

is too steep for safe operation. Do not make another

attempt to climb, back down slowly.

4. When descending a steep slope, always lower

implements to the ground to reduce the risk of unit

overturning.

5. Correct tire pressure is essential for maximum

traction. 12 PSI (83kPa) front, 15 PSI (103kPa)

rear.

5.11 MOWING _________________________________________________________________

NOTE: To prevent damage to the reel and bedknife,

never operate reels when they are not cutting grass.

NOTE: Operators should practice mowing in a clear area

to become familiar with raising and lowering the mowing

heads. They should be aware that the center cutting

head raises and lowers slightly later than the front ones,

this allows the center cut to begin and end at the same

point as the two side cuts. Practicing will help the

operator become proficient at starting and stopping each

pass within a foot or two of the edge of the green. Then

only one final pass around the green will be required to

finish the operation.

NOTE: Always remove the flag and inspect the green

before mowing. Remove debris or other objects that may

damage the reels and/or bedknives.

Several factors may determine the direction of the

mowing pattern. Sand traps or other hazards near the

green and trees or other objects can restrict where turns

are made. The terrain of the green may also be a factor,

but if conditions allow, always try to mow the green in a

different direction than the last time it was mowed.

1. Stop the unit just before reaching the green. Set the

Mow/Transport switch to MOW. Proceed onto the

green at mowing speed and lower the cutting heads

as the front grass catchers cross the edge of the

green. At the end of the pass, raise the heads as the

grass catchers cross the edge of the green.

2. Always make mowing passes across the green in a

straight line. Do NOT start to make the turn for the

next pass until the rear wheel is off the green, this

will eliminate the possibility of the tires tearing the

turf during the turn.

3. Each successive pass should overlap the previous

one by two or three inches. Put a mark on the two

front grass catchers to help align each overlapping

pass.

4. After all of the straight passes have been made,

make one final pass around the outer edge of the

green. This final pass should always be in the

opposite direction from the last time the green was

mowed.

Continued next page

WARNING

To minimize the possibility of overturning, the safest

method for operating on hills and terraces is to travel

up and down the face of the slope (vertically), not

across the face (horizontally). Avoid unnecessary

turns, travel at reduced speeds, stay alert for hidden

hazards, and drop offs.

CAUTION

Do not operate this unit on slopes greater than 15°.

WARNING

To prevent serious injuries, keep hands, feet and

clothing away from cutting unit when the blades are

moving.

NEVER use your hands to clean cutting units. Use a

brush to remove grass clippings from blades. Blades

can be sharp and could cause injuries.

To clear obstructions from cutting unit, disengage reel

switch, engage parking brake, turn key to OFF position

and remove key from ignition switch then remove

obstruction.

5 OPERATION

5. Empty the grass catchers before proceeding to the

next green.

a. To remove or install the grass catchers, lower

the cutting units to the ground, engage the

parking brake, and shut off the unit. Tilt the grass

catcher body so the front edge clears the mower

frame, and slide the catcher onto or off the

catcher frame.

6. Stop and raise the mowers to the transport position

when crossing paths or roadways. Look out for

traffic.

NOTE: To avoid damage to the green, NEVER stop the

forward motion of the mower while on the green with the

reels turning. Stopping the mower on a wet green may

cause wheel indentations.

5.12 REAR CUTTING HEAD DELAY_______________________________________________

The raising and lowering of the rear cutting head is

slightly delayed from the front heads. When mowing, this

allows the rear cutting head to contact the ground at the

same location as the front cutting heads, resulting in an

accurate cut. The length of delay is automatically

adjusted for any change in vehicle speed, which is

determined by the speed sensor in the drive motor. If the

unit is not in motion or if there is no speed sensor signal,

the rear cutting head delay will default to a time of

approximately 2 seconds. There is no delay when

manually raising and lowering the rear cutting head with

the reel lift switch on the control panel.

5.13 OVERLOAD PROTECTION __________________________________________________

The reel drive motors and lift actuator are controlled by

the reel control unit in the electrical control module. The

reel control unit has built–in overload protection and will

disable the motor or actuator if it is drawing too much

electrical current. (See Figure No. 4A)

If there is an overload on a reel drive motor, the circuit

breaker will trip, the motor will be disabled, the cutting

head will raise to the up position and the power light on

the control panel will flash (0.5 second cycle).

If there is an overload on a lift actuator, the actuator will

be disabled and the power light on the control panel will

flash (0.5 second cycle).

To reset an overload fault condition, turn the key switch

off and then back to the start position to re–activate the

system. If the problem persists, inspect the device and

the electrical system to determine the cause of the

overload or contact an authorized dealer.

5.14 TOWING / TRAILERING_____________________________________________________

If at all possible, a disabled unit should be loaded onto a

trailer for transport. However, if it becomes necessary to

tow the unit:

1. Remove the cutting heads if they are down and

cannot be raised.

2. Make sure the key switch is OFF and unplug the

main power supply connector (on top of the control

arm).

3. Make sure the park brake is released.

4. Have someone ride on the unit to steer it and

control speed.

NOTE: Towing the unit at excessive speed may damage

the drive motor.

WARNING

Tow ONLY at a safe speed, do NOT exceed 5 MPH

(8km/h). Towing at an excessive speed may cause

either unit to lose steering control.

OPERATION 5

5.15 DAILY MAINTENANCE______________________________________________________

IMPORTANT: For more detailed maintenance

information, adjustments and maintenance/lubrication

charts, see the Parts & Maintenance manual.

1. Park the unit on a flat, level surface. Fully lower the

implements to the ground, engage parking brake,

turn key to OFF position and remove key.

2. Grease and lubricate all points if required. To

prevent fires, wash the cutting units and unit after

each use.

a. Use only fresh water for cleaning your

equipment.

NOTE: Use of salt water or affluent water has been

known to encourage rust and corrosion of metal parts

resulting in premature deterioration or failure. Damage of

this nature is not covered by the factory warranty.

b. Do not use high pressure spray.

c. Do not spray water directly at the instrument

panel, or any electrical components.

6 NOTES

NOTES 6

Jacobsen, A Textron Company

11524 Wilmar Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28273

www.Jacobsen.com

Equipment from Jacobsen is built to exacting

standards ensured by ISO 9001 and ISO 14001

registration at all of our manufacturing locations.

A worldwide dealer network and factory trained

technicians backed by Textron Parts Xpress

provide reliable, high-quality product support.

Ransomes 88116, 88117 Owner's manual

Brand: Ransomes

Model: 88116, 88117

Category: Lawnmowers

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