"Required reading"
Read this manual and the Owner's Manual for the engine before using the machine.
Original Instructions Ver.1.0
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Greeting
Thank you for purchasing the Baroness machine.
This manual explains proper handling,
adjustment, and inspection of your machine.
Prior to use, carefully read this manual to
thoroughly understand the contents for safe and
correct operation.
We hope you will use the machine safely, and
take advantage of its best performance.
Caution
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Danger
Danger
Warning
Caution
Important
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Introduction
Read this manual carefully to ensure that you thoroughly understand how to properly operate and maintain this
machine, and to avoid causing injury to yourself or others.
The operator is responsible for operating the machine properly and safely.
Do not perform maintenance on the machine other than that described in this manual.
Be sure to also read the Owner's Manual for the engine, battery, etc.
Maintenance should only be performed by a certified specialist.
If you have any questions concerning maintenance or genuine parts, please contact your local Baroness dealer or
Kyoeisha.
When making inquiries about this machine, please specify the machine's model designation and serial number.
When loaning or transferring this machine, please also provide this manual together with the machine.
Kyoeisha Co., Ltd.
The information described in this manual is subject to change for improvement without prior notice.
When replacing parts, be sure to use genuine Baroness parts or parts designated by Kyoeisha.
Note that the Baroness product warranty may not apply to defects caused by the use of parts from other
companies.
Warning Symbols
This manual uses the following warning symbols for handling precautions that are important for your
safety.
Warning symbol
This symbol indicates the articles regarding “Danger,”“Warning,” or “Caution.”
Those articles describe important safety precautions and so read them carefully to understand completely before
operating the machine.
Failure to adequately follow these safety precautions may cause an accident.
This symbol indicates that serious injury or death will occur if the warning is ignored.
This symbol indicates that serious injury or death may occur if the warning is ignored.
This symbol indicates that injury or damage to property may occur if the warning is ignored.
This symbol indicates precautions on the mechanism of the machine.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Introduction
Purpose
This machine is intended for cutting turf grass at
golf courses.
Do not use this machine in any way other than
its intended purpose, and do not modify the
machine.
Operating this machine for other purposes and
modifying it may be very dangerous and may
cause damage to the machine.
In addition, this machine is not authorized for
operation as a special motor vehicle. Do not
operate it on public roads.
Maintenance and storage ...................... Page 1-4
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Safety
Safety
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Danger
Danger
Warning
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Safety
Failure to adequately follow these safety
precautions may cause an accident resulting in
injury or death.
This machine is designed to ensure safe
operation and has been tested and inspected
thoroughly before shipment from the factory.
The machine is equipped with safety devices
to prevent accidents.
However, whether the machine demonstrates
its original performance level depends on the
manner in which it is operated and handled,
as well as the manner in which it is managed
on a daily basis.
Inappropriate use or management of the
machine may result in injury or death.
Observe the following safety instructions to
ensure safe operation.
Safe Operating Practices
Training
Preparation
Evaluate the terrain to determine what
1.
accessories and attachments are needed to
properly and safety perform the job.
Only use accessories and attachments
approved by the manufacturer.
While operating, always wear substantial
2.
footwear, long trousers, hard hat, safety
glasses, and ear protection. Long hair, loose
clothing, or jewelry may get tangled in
moving parts.
Do not operate the equipment when barefoot
or wearing open sandals.
3.
Inspect the area where the equipment is to
be used and remove all objects such as
rocks, toys and wire which can be thrown by
the machine.
4.
Keep children out of the operating area and
under the watchful care of a responsible
adult other than the operator.
5.
Exercise care in the handling of fuel.
Read this manual and other training material
1.
carefully.
Be familiar with the controls, safety signs,
and the proper use of the equipment.
If the operator or mechanic can not read
2.
English it is the owner's responsibility to
explain this manual to them.
All operators and mechanics should seek
3.
and obtain professional and practical
instruction.
The owner is responsible for training the
users.
Never allow people unfamiliar with these
4.
instructions to use or service the machine.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
The owner/user can prevent and is
5.
responsible for accidents or injuries
occurring to themselves, other people, or
property.
Keep in mind that the owner, operator, and
6.
mechanic are responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
You can find additional safety information
7.
where needed throughout this manual.
Determine the left and right sides of the
8.
machine from the normal operating position.
Warning-Fuel is highly flammable.
Take the following precautions.
Store fuel in containers specifically
[1]
designed for this purpose.
Add fuel before starting the engine.
[2]
Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or
add fuel while the engine is running or
when the engine is hot.
Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke
[3]
while refueling.
If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
[4]
engine but move the machine away from
the area of spillage and avoid creating any
source of ignition until petrol vapours have
dissipated.
Replace all fuel tanks and container caps
[5]
securely.
Check that operator's presence controls,
6.
safety switches and shields are attached and
functioning properly.
Do not operate unless they are functioning
properly.
If the brake operation is faulty or the parking
7.
brake lever has noticeable play, be sure to
adjust or repair them before operating the
machine.
Replace faulty mufflers.
8.
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Safe Operating Practices
Operation
Do not operate the engine in a confined
1.
space where dangerous carbon monoxide
fumes can collect.
Only operate in good light, keeping away
2.
from holes and hidden hazards.
3.
Before attempting to start the engine,
disengage all attachments, shift into neutral,
and engage the parking brake.
4.
Start the engine or switch on the motor
carefully according to this manual and with
feet well away from the blade(s).
5.
Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass,
where feasible.
6.
Always be sure of your footing on slopes.
7.
Walk, never run.
8.
Remember there is no such thing as a safe
slope.
Travel on grass slopes requires particular
care.
To guard against overturning:
[1]
Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
[2]
Do not stop or start suddenly when going
up or downhill.
[3]
Engage clutch slowly, always keep
machine in gear, especially when traveling
downhill.
[4]
Machine speeds should be kept low on
slopes and during tight turns.
9.
Never operate the machine with damaged
guards, shields, or without safety protective
devices in place.
Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted
and functioning properly.
10.
Do not change the engine governor settings
or overspeed the engine.
Operating the engine at excessive speed
may increase the hazard of personal injury.
11.
Pay attention not to touch hot parts.
12.
Do the following before leaving the
operator's position.
[1]
Stop on level ground.
[2]
Disengage the cutting unit and traction
drive;
[3]
Set the parking brake;
[4]
Stop the engine.
13.
Stop the engine in the following conditions.
[1]
Before refueling.
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Safety
Before removing the grass catcher/
[2]
catchers.
Before making height adjustment unless
[3]
adjustment can be made from the
operator's position.
[4]
Before cleaning blockages.
[5]
Before checking, cleaning, or working the
machine.
[6]
Whenever you leave the machine.
[7]
After striking a foreign object or if an
abnormal vibration occurs.
Inspect the machine for damage and
make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment.
14.
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting
units and the rotating parts.
15.
Never pick up or carry a lawnmower while
the engine is running.
16.
Look behind and down before backing up to
be sure of a clear path.
17.
Never operate while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
18.
Slow down and use caution when making
turns and crossing roads and sidewalks.
19.
Stop the blades rotating before crossing
surfaces other than grass.
20.
Disengage drive to attachments when
transporting or not in use.
21.
When using any attachments, never direct
discharge of material toward bystanders nor
allow anyone near the machine while in
operation.
22.
Do not operate the machine under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
23.
Take care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or a truck.
Load or unload the machine in a flat and
safe place.
Before loading or unloading, set the parking
brake on the truck or trailer, stop the engine,
and chock the wheels.
When transporting the machine on a truck or
a trailer, set the parking brake, stop the
engine, and fasten the machine to the truck
with a rope or other suitable restraining
device that has sufficient strength.
When using a running board, select one with
sufficient strength, length, and width and that
will not cause the machine to slip.
24.
Close the fuel valve before transporting the
machine.
Safety
Safe Operating Practices
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Safety
Use care when approaching blind corners,
25.
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
obscure vision.
Do not take your eyes off the road ahead. Do
26.
not operate the machine with no hands.
27.
Reduce the throttle setting during engine
run-out and, if the engine is provided with a
shut-off valve, turn the fuel off at the
conclusion of operation.
28.
Do not operate the machine when there is
the risk of lightning.
Maintenance and storage
Disengage drives on level ground,
1.
disengage the cutting unit, set parking brake,
stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire.
Wait for all movement to stop before
adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
2.
To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,
silencer/muffler, compartment fuel storage
area, cutting unit and drives free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease. Clean up oil or
fuel spillage.
Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
3.
enclosure.
Only cover the machine with a sheet after
4.
hot parts have sufficiently cooled down.
Never store the equipment with fuel in the
5.
tank inside a building where fumes may
reach an open flame or spark.
If the engine is provided with a shut-off
6.
valve, shut off valve while storing or
transporting.
Do not store fuel near flames.
7.
Never allow untrained personnel to service
8.
machine.
Allow the engine/muffler to cool before
9.
checking/maintenance.
Appropriately manage and correctly use the
10.
tools necessary for servicing or adjusting the
machine.
Use jack stands to support components
11.
when required.
Carefully release pressure from components
12.
with stored energy.
Make sure that parts such as wires are not
13.
touching each other and that their covers
have not come off.
Use care when checking the cylinders/reels
14.
and bed knives.
Wear gloves and use caution when
[1]
servicing them.
[2]
Be careful during adjustment of the
machine to prevent entrapment of the
fingers between moving blades and fixed
parts of the machine.
15.
Keep hands and feet away from moving
parts.
If possible, do not make adjustments with the
engine running.
16.
Keep all parts in good working condition and
all hardware tightened.
Replace all worn or damaged decals.
17.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be
sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
18.
Check the grass catcher frequently for wear
or deterioration.
19.
If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this
outdoors.
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Safe Operating Practices
Recycle and Waste Disposal ................ Page 2-2
About Recycle ........................................Page 2-2
About the Waste disposal ......................Page 2-2
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Disposal
Disposal
Page 2-1
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Disposal
Recycle and Waste Disposal
About Recycle
Recycling battery etc. is recommended for
environmental conservation and economical
use of resources.
It may be required by local laws.
About the Waste disposal
Make sure that waste generated when
servicing or repairing the machine is disposed
of in accordance with local regulations.
(e.g. waste oil, antifreeze, rubber products, and
wires etc.)
The factory default maximum engine rpm is 3,400 rpm.
*1
:Total weight includes *1 parts.
*2
The indicated lowest mowing height is for general application. It may be adjusted according to the state of
:
green and the bed knife to be installed.
The value in the brackets [ ] is the mowing height of the machine equipped with a groomer.The value in the brackets ( ) is the mowing height of the machine equipped with a standard bed knife.
The factory default maximum engine rpm is 3,400 rpm.
*1
:Total weight includes *1 parts.
*2
The indicated lowest mowing height is for general application. It may be adjusted according to the state of
:
green and the bed knife to be installed.
The value in the brackets [ ] is the mowing height of the machine equipped with a groomer.The value in the brackets ( ) is the mowing height of the machine equipped with a standard bed knife.
The factory default maximum engine rpm is 3,400 rpm.
*1
:Total weight includes *1 parts.
*2
The indicated lowest mowing height is for general application. It may be adjusted according to the state of
:
green and the bed knife to be installed.
The value in the brackets [ ] is the mowing height of the machine equipped with a groomer.The value in the brackets ( ) is the mowing height of the machine equipped with a standard bed knife.
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Specifications
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Product Overview
Sound pressure level
LM56
Sound pressure level
■
This machine was confirmed to have a
continuous A-weighted sound pressure level
of 87 dB by measuring identical machines in
accordance with the procedure specified in
ISO 5395-1:2013.
LM66
■
Sound pressure level
This machine was confirmed to have a
continuous A-weighted sound pressure level
of 87 dB by measuring identical machines in
accordance with the procedure specified in
ISO 5395-1:2013.
Sound power level
LM56
LM66
Hand-arm vibration
■
This machine was confirmed to transmit a
vibration level of 2.70 m/s2 to hands and
arms by measuring identical machines in
accordance with the procedure specified in
ISO 5349-1:2001,ISO 5349-2:2001.
Names of Each Section
Product Overview
Sound power level
■
This machine was confirmed to have a
sound power level of 98 dB by measuring
identical machines in accordance with the
procedure specified in directive 2000/14/EC.
LM66
Sound power level
■
This machine was confirmed to have a
sound power level of 98 dB by measuring
identical machines in accordance with the
procedure specified in directive 2000/14/EC.
Vibration level
LM56
Hand-arm vibration
■
This machine was confirmed to transmit a
vibration level of 3.07 m/s2 to hands and
arms by measuring identical machines in
accordance with the procedure specified in
ISO 5349-1:2001,ISO 5349-2:2001.
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Names of Each Section
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Product Overview
1Handle
2Throttle lever
3Engine switch
4Main clutch lever
5Safety lock switch
6Brake lever
7Engine
8Engine clutch cover
9Reel cutter
10Bed knife
11Front roller
12Groomer
13Groomer clutch lever
14Drum
15Traveling/ Working selector lever
16Grass catcher
17Traveling tires
18Stand
ASerial number plate
BSpecification decal
CNoise emission decal
DYear of manufacture decal
Specification Decal
(For Europe)
The Specification decal indicates the CE
marking, model , and weight, etc.
Specification Decal_001
Noise Emission Decal
(For Europe)
The noise emission decal indicates the sound
power level determined by measuring identical
machines in accordance with the procedure
specified in the EC directives.
Serial Number Plate
The serial number plate indicates the model
and serial number of the machine.
Serial Number Plate_001
Noise Emission Decal_001
Year of Manufacture Decal
(For Europe)
The year of manufacture decal indicates the
year when this machine was manufactured.
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Names of Each Section
Safety Signs and Instruction Signs
Warning
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4
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About Safety Signs and Instruction Signs
Safety decals and instruction decals are
attached to this machine.
Make sure that they are preserved in their
entirety. If they are damaged, become dirty, or
peel off, replace them with new ones.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Product Overview
Part numbers for decals that need to be
replaced are listed in the parts catalog.
Order them from a Baroness dealer or
Kyoeisha.
Positions of Safety Decals and Instruction
Decals
Product Overview
Positions of Safety Decals and Instruction Decals_001
Safety Signs and Instruction Signs
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Warning
Danger
Danger
Danger
Danger
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2
3
4
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Danger
Danger
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Product Overview
Explanation about Safety Decals and Instruction Decals
K4205001590
DECAL, CAUTION SAFETY INSTRUCTION
Use lead-free gasoline.
1.
2.
Read the Owner's Operating Manual.
3.
1
Flying objects - All persons other than the operator
must keep a safe distance from the machine.
4.
May cut your hand or leg - When the blades are
rotating, keep away from the machine.
K4205001600
DECAL, CAUTION TO MUTILATION
2
May cut your hand or leg - Stop the cutter rotation
and engine. Otherwise you may get injured.
K4205001330
3
DECAL, CAUTION TO NOISE
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Safety Signs and Instruction Signs
K4205001300
Warning
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WARNING
CHECK ENGINE OIL AND
GEARBOX LEVELS
BEFORE STARTING
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DECAL, WARNING ENGINE OIL
4
Check engine oil and gearbox levels before starting.
K4209000370
5
DECAL, GREASING 10 HR
Add grease every 10 hours.
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Product Overview
Product Overview
Safety Signs and Instruction Signs
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Product Overview
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Safety Signs and Instruction Signs
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Preparation for Use ............................... Page 4-2
Install the Handle ...................................Page 4-2
Connection of Engine Switch Cord ........Page 4-2
Installing the Stand ................................ Page 4-2
Confirmation of the Operation ............... Page 4-3
Inspection Before Use ...........................Page 4-3
Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder) and
Bed Knife (Bottom Blade) ...................... Page 4-3
1.
hole at the left-side lower edge of the handle.
While pressing the right-side lower edge of
2.
the handle inward, put the handle pin of the
right frame into the hole.
3.
Secure the lower edges (slotted section of
the handle adjusters) of the right and left
sides of the handle to the rear frame stay
from the back with the bolts, conical spring
washers, and washers.
2.
The crimp terminal is secured to the engine
crankcase with a hexagon bolt.
Connection of Engine Switch Cord_001
Plug
1
2Crimp terminal
Installing the Stand
Install the Handle_001
Left-side lower edge of handle
1
2Right-side lower edge of handle
3Handle pin (Right frame)
4Handle pin (Left frame)
5Handle adjuster
6Bolt
7Conical spring washer
8Washer
Connection of Engine Switch Cord
When the connection of the engine switch
cord is incomplete, the engine will not stop
even if the engine switch is operated.
Check that the cord is correctly connected.
When assembling the handle, check the
connection of the engine switch cord.
There are two connections - plug and crimp
terminal.
The plug is connected to the plug connected
1.
to the engine.
With the inside projection side set to the
1.
right, temporarily secure the left side of the
stand to the frame with the bolt, washer
(inside), and nut (outside).
Put the spring on the projection of the frame
2.
and the projection at the right edge of the
stand.
Installing the Stand_001
Stand
1
2Bolt
3Washer
4Nut
5Projection
6Spring
While pulling the right side of the stand
3.
backward, make alignment with the hole in
the frame, and secure the stand with the
bolt, washer (inside), and nut (outside).
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Preparation for Use
Tighten the bolt, washer, and nut at the left
Step:4
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1
4
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Caution
4.
side of the stand that were temporarily
secured.
Installing the Stand_002
Stand
1
2Bolt
3Washer
4Nut
Handling Instructions
Make sure that the reel cutter (cutting
2.
cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade)
are not cracked.
Check to see how much the reel cutter
3.
(cutting cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom
blade) are worn.
4.
Make sure that the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade)
have not changed color due to heat from
grinding.
5.
Check to see whether or not the second
edge face (relief) remains at the point of
reel cutter (cutting cylinder).
6.
Make sure that the welding between the
reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the disc
has not come off.
Cover
Inspection of Covers
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Confirmation of the Operation
Check that the brake operates completely.
1.
Check that the engine clutch operates
2.
completely.
If necessary, make adjustment.
3.
Inspection Before Use
Be sure to perform an inspection before you
start using the machine so that you will be able
to take advantage of its optimum performance
for a long period of time.
Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder) and Bed
Knife (Bottom Blade)
Inspection of Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder) and
Bed Knife (Bottom Blade)
The reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and bed knife
(bottom blade) may become dull due to
frequent use, objects crushed during mowing,
or damage caused during transportation.
Inspect the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and
bed knife (bottom blade), and if necessary,
adjust the blade engagement, perform back
lapping, or resharpen or replace the reel
cutter (cutting cylinder) and the bed knife
(bottom blade).
Check to see whether or not the edge of
1.
knife (bottom blade) are too blunt to cut.
the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the bed
If you have removed the covers during
inspection, be sure to securely install them in
their original positions.
If a cover remains removed, foreign objects
may fly off, possibly resulting in injuries.
Make sure that there is no wear or
1.
deterioration of the reel cover and all other
covers.
Make sure that there is no damage to the
2.
reel cover and all other covers.
Make sure that there is no interference with
3.
moving parts due to deformation of the reel
cover and all other covers.
Make sure that the reel cover and all other
4.
covers are installed in their appropriate
positions.
Inspection Before Use
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Handling Instructions
Air Cleaner
Inspection of Air Cleaner
For details on handling the engine, please
refer to the Engine's Owner's Manual.
The air cleaner is a component that removes
dirt from the intake air to prevent wear of the
cylinder liners and piston rings so that the
engine will always operate smoothly.
A contaminated air cleaner element may
cause malfunction of the engine.
Make sure that there is no damage to the
1.
air cleaner.
2.
Make sure that the air cleaner element is
not contaminated.
Replace the air cleaner elements when it gets
damaged or dirty.
Clean the urethane element with white
4.
kerosene and then soak it in the engine oil
and wring out.
Remove dirt and dust from the paper
5.
element with blowing air or patting.
Assemble the paper and urethane
6.
elements.
7.
Attach the air cleaner elements with the
screw.
8.
Set the cover, and then secure it firmly with
the wing screw.
Inspection of Air Cleaner_001
Air cleaner
1
Cleaning of Air Cleaner
For details on handling the engine, please
refer to the Engine's Owner's Manual.
A contaminated air cleaner elements may
cause malfunction of the engine.
To maximize the life of the engine, clean the
air cleaner properly.
Remove the wing screw, and then remove
1.
the cover.
Remove the screw, and then remove the air
2.
cleaner elements.
Remove the urethane element from the
3.
paper element.
When cleaning the paper element, do not use
petroleum solvents.
Cleaning of Air Cleaner_001
Wing screw
1
2Cover
3Screw
4Air cleaner element
5Urethane element
6Paper element
7Gasket
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Inspection Before Use
Roller
Danger
Danger
Caution
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Inspection of Rollers
Bearing wear due to frequent use or bearing
damage caused by water infiltration may
prevent the roller from rotating smoothly.
Inspect the roller and, if necessary, replace
parts such as oil seals and bearings.
Make sure that there is no abrasion nor
1.
adhesion of the roller.
2.
Make sure that there is no wear of the roller
shaft.
3.
Make sure that there is no wear nor
damage of the oil seal.
4.
Make sure that there is no wear nor rust of
the bearing.
5.
Make sure that there is no play in the roller
shaft.
Drum
Inspection of Drum
Make sure that the drum is not cracked or
1.
damaged.
Make sure that there is no abrasion or
2.
adhesion of the drum.
Make sure that there is no play in the fit of
3.
the drum and the bearing.
Tire
Park the machine on a flat place.
Do not park the machine on a slope.
Pull up the brake lever and make sure that
1.
the brake can operate completely.
Pull the brake lever up to the top and make
2.
sure that it can lock the brake lever.
Make sure that the brake is not applied
3.
even slightly after releasing the brake lever.
Wire
Inspection of Wire
Make sure that the wire is not cracked or
1.
damaged.
2.
If the wire is cracked or damaged, replace it
with a new one immediately.
Engine
Inspection of Engine-Associated Parts
For details on handling the engine, please
refer to the Engine's Owner's Manual.
Check the fuel system parts for loosened or
1.
cracked joints and leakage. Replace the
parts if necessary.
Blow compressed air to clean any grass or
2.
flammable materials that may be attached
on or around the muffler.
Handling Instructions
Inspection of Tires
Check the pneumatic pressure of the tires.
1.
Make sure that there are no cracks,
2.
damage or abnormal wear.
Tire sizePneumatic pressure
Tire for
traveling
4.10/3.50-6
120 kPa (1.2 kgf/
cm2)
Brake
Inspection of Brake
Make sure that the brake wire is not cracked
or damaged.
If the wire is cracked or damaged, replace it
with a new one immediately.
Inspection Before Use
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Important
1
2
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1
2
3
bgmiun-015
Important
Important
Important
Important
1
2
bgmiun-019
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Engine Oil
Inspection of Engine Oil
For details on handling the engine, please
refer to the Engine's Owner's Manual.
Screw the oil level gauge firmly.
Stop the engine, wait for 10 to 20 minutes
1.
for the engine to cool down, and then check
the oil level.
Position the machine so that the engine will
2.
be level, then check the engine oil level
without screwing the oil level gauge into the
oil filling port.
Supply of Engine Oil
For details on handling the engine, please
refer to the Engine's Owner's Manual.
Do not supply too much engine oil. Otherwise,
the engine may be damaged.
Do not mix different types of engine oil.
Be sure to use engine oil that is classified as
API Service Grade SE or higher, with an SAE
Viscosity that is appropriate for the operating
environment (ambient temperature).
Screw the oil level gauge firmly.
Inspection of Engine Oil_001
Oil level gauge (Oil filling port)
1
2Drain plug
The appropriate engine oil level should be
3.
between the upper and lower limit lines on
the gauge.
Inspection of Engine Oil_002
Oil level gauge
1
2Upper limit
3Lower limit
Remove the oil level gauge.
1.
Through the oil filling port, supply new
2.
engine oil until the engine oil reaches a
level in the upper limit lines on the oil level
gauge.
Position the machine so that the engine will
3.
be level, then check the engine oil level
without screwing the oil level gauge into the
oil filling port.
Screw the oil level gauge firmly.
4.
Supply of Engine Oil_001
Oil level gauge (Oil filling port)
1
2Drain plug
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Screw the oil level gauge firmly.
4.
Inspection Before Use
1
2
guc5f6-012
Danger
Danger
Warning
Warning
Caution
1
2
3
A
2e4emp-010
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Fuel
Inspection of Fuel Quantity
Level the machine and then remove the tank
cap to inspect fuel quantity from the fill port.
Inspection of Fuel Quantity_001
Tank cap
1
2Fuel tank
Fuel Supply
Inspect the fuel quantity and put fuel
(gasoline) if insufficient.
The fuel tank capacity is approximately 2.0
dm3 (2.0 L).
Fuel Supply_001
Fuel strainer
1
2Filling opening
3Maximum limit of fueling
A2.5 cm (0.98 in)
Oil Leakage
Handling Instructions
Do not supply fuel above FULL level of the
fuel gauge.
If you supply too much fuel, it might overflow
from the fuel cap when you travel or work on a
slope.
Keep fire away while refueling.
Do not smoke while refueling.
Supply fuel after the engine is stopped and
has well cooled down.
Pay attention not to touch hot parts.
Inspection of Oil Leakage
After approximately 50 hours of operation,
some joints may be loosened and oil and
grease may leak.
Be sure to retighten the parts.
Check the bottom of the machine for oil and
grease leakage.
Inspection Before Use
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Important
M
4 T
4.8
tib3yb-001
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Tightening torques
Standard tightening torques
Bolts and Nuts
A number of bolts are used in each part of this machine.
Be sure to re-tighten the bolts and nuts, because they may be loosened at the earlier stage of the
use.
As to the bolts and nuts without any special instruction, tighten them in appropriate tightening torque
with proper tool.
Too much tightening may cause the looseness or damage of the screw.
The strength of tightening is determined by types of screws, strength, the friction of thread face or
base face and others.
The table below is for the galvanized or parkerized bolts.
In case that the strength of internal thread is weak, it is not applied.
Do not use rusty or sand attached "screw."
Otherwise, it may cause insufficient tightening even if you apply the specified tightening torque.
The friction of the screw face becomes higher and the tightening torque is canceled out by the
friction, therefore sufficient tightening cannot be applied.
If "screw" is wet by water or oil, do not tighten it with normal tightening torque.
If the screw is wet, the torque coefficient will get smaller and it may result in too much tightening.
Too much tightening may cause looseness by the screw stretched or result in damage.
Do not use a bolt experienced too much burden.
Using the impact wrench requires the skill.
Do exercise as much as possible for steady tightening.
Note:
The same values are applied to "fine screw thread."
Principal tightening torques
Tightening Torque by Model
LM18GC/LM56GC/LM66GC/LM66TC
Tighten the following bolts and nuts at the torque specified in the table.
For thread locking adhesive, apply a middle strength thread locker (ThreeBond 1322 or equivalent
anaerobic sealant).
Location
BedknifeK0071000222
Reel shaftK0185160002
Reel shaft
(Groomer model)
Front rollerK6083000042PIN, STEPPED M15-1929 - 38295.71 - 387.49256.68 - 336.34-
The height of the handle can be adjusted
according to the Operator's working position.
Move the handle adjusters supporting the
handle up or down and fix them with the bolts.
Adjustment of Handle_001
Bolt
1
2Conical spring washer
3Washer
AHigh
BLow
Adjustment of IGCA (Independent Grass
Catcher Arm)
Note:
Depending on the specifications, this function
may not be available.
When adjusting the height of handle, adjust
IGCA.
Adjustment of IGCA (Independent Grass Catcher Arm)_001
Handle pipe
1
2Handle guide
Adjust the right and left link rods so that they
will be as long as each other.
Remove the snap pin and washer and then
1.
remove the flat head pin.
Loosen the nut A and turn the L-shape
2.
bracket to adjust the length of the link rod.
When raising the handle, shorten the link
rod.
When lowering the handle, lengthen the link
rod.
Attach the flat head pin, washer and snap
3.
pin to the forefront of slotted hole of the Lshape bracket.
Make sure that the handle pipe locates at the
4.
center of the handle guide.
Tighten the nut A.
5.
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Remove the traveling tires.
1.
Flip up the stand.
2.
Install the grass catcher.
3.
Adjustment of the link rod:
Adjust the handle pipe so that it can locate at
the center of the handle guide.
Adjustment of IGCA (Independent Grass Catcher Arm)_002
Adjustment Before Operating
1Link rod
Important
Important
1
A
2
gp7sf7-003
Important
2
3
1
gp7sf7-004
Caution
A
B
C
1
vjbj2l-001
2Snap pin
3Washer
4Flat head pin
5L-shape bracket
6Nut A
7Nut B
Repeat the same process for adjustment of
6.
the opposite link rod.
Adjustment of gap for the grass catcher:
Adjust so that the grass catcher will not
overlap with the stay.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Tighten the right and left locknuts.
4.
Adjustment of IGCA (Independent Grass Catcher Arm)_004
Locknut
1
2Clip pin
3Shaft
Adjustment of Blade Engagement
Handling Instructions
Adjust so that the small gap between the
grass catcher and the stay will be even.
Adjustment of IGCA (Independent Grass Catcher Arm)_003
Grass catcher
1
2Stay
AGap
Loosen the right and left locknuts.
1.
Remove the right and left clip pin.
2.
When handling the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) or bed knife (bottom blade), wear
gloves to protect your hands.
Pay attention not to let the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) catch your gloves. Otherwise, you
may injure your hand or fingers.
Stop the engine.
1.
Set the traveling/working selector lever to the
2.
"Travel OFF" position.
The shaft has a through-hole into which the
clip pin will be inserted.
To adjust length always turn the shaft 180
degrees to keep holes aligned.
Turn the right and left shafts to adjust so that
3.
the gap between the grass catcher and the
stay will be 1.0 mm (0.039 in).
Adjustment Before Operating
Adjustment of Blade Engagement_001
Traveling/Working selector lever
1
AReel ON
BTravel ON
CTravel OFF
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1
fofmiy-001
Important
Important
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
With the cutter adjustment nut, adjust the
3.
engagement between the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade) so
that newspaper (one sheet) will be cleanly
cut by the edge of both blades when the
blades in their entirety come slightly into
contact with each other.
Insert a strip of newspaper into the space
4.
between the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and
the bed knife (bottom blade) at an angle of
90 degrees. Then, rotate the reel cutter
(cutting cylinder) counter-clockwise (when
you face the mower unit from the left) to
check the sharpness of the blades.
Check the sharpness of the entire range (at
three or four points between the left and right
ends) of the reel cutter (cutting cylinder).
・
If there is a gap between the blade edges:
Loosen (rotate counter-clockwise) the
cutter adjustment nut to apply more
contact pressure between the reel cutter
(cutting cylinder) and the bed knife
(bottom blade).
・
If the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) is too
tight to turn:
Tighten (rotate clockwise) the cutter
adjustment nut to reduce the contact
pressure between the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade).
・
If the blades still cannot cut well:
Perform back lapping of the reel cutter
(cutting cylinder).
Adjustment of Cutting Height
Adjust the cutting height to fit your cutting work.
This applies the set cutting height that differs
from the actual cutting height.
Cutting Height and Blade Thickness of Bed Knife
(Bottom Blade)
The recommended minimum cutting heights
are based on those of common greens.
These values are affected by the conditions of
the greens and the machine specifications.
If the green undulation is hard, set it a little bit
higher in order not to damage the green
surface.
The recommended minimum cutting height
according to the blade thickness of the bed
knife (bottom blade) is as indicated below.
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Adjustment of Blade Engagement_002
Cutter adjustment nut
1
2Spring
Adjustment Before Operating
1
2
A
A
33i8xn-002
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
TypeBlade type
Standard
LM56G
C
LM66G
C
LM66T
C
blade
High-speed-
steel-tipped
blade
Standard
blade
High-speed-
steel-tipped
blade
High-speed-
steel-tipped
blade
Thickness of
blade
(mm/inch)
1.5/0.0593.0/0.118
2.0/0.0793.5/0.138
2.5/0.0984.0/0.157
3.0/0.1184.5/0.177K25100000603 Bed knife 62.5-559
5.0/0.1977.0/0.276K25100001605 Bed knife 62.5-559
1.5/0.0593.0/0.118
2.0/0.0793.5/0.138
2.5/0.0984.0/0.157
3.0/0.1184.5/0.177K25100001503 Bed knife 62.5-648.4
5.0/0.1977.0/0.276K25100001705 Bed knife 62.5-648.4
3.0/0.1184.5/0.177K25100001503 Bed knife 62.5-648.4
5.0/0.1977.0/0.276K25100001705 Bed knife 62.5-648.4
Rough minimum
cutting height
(mm/inch)
CodePart nameRemarks
K25110002701.5 Bed knife 55G
K25110003901.5 Bed knife 55G-47Offset 5 mm
K25110002802 Bed knife 55G
K25110003502 Bed knife 55G-47Offset 5 mm
K25110000502.5 Bed knife 55G
K25110002402.5 Bed knife 55G-47Offset 5 mm
K25110003101.5 Bed knife 65G
K25110004001.5 Bed knife 65G-47Offset 5 mm
K25110003002 Bed knife 65G
K25110003602 Bed knife 65G-47Offset 5 mm
K25110002002.5 Bed knife 65G
K25110002502.5 Bed knife 65G-47Offset 5 mm
Standard
equipment
Handling Instructions
Standard
equipment
Standard
equipment
Cutting Height and Blade Thickness of Bed Knife (Bottom
Adjustment Before Operating
Blade)_001
Standard blade
1
2High-speed-steel-tipped blade
AThickness of blade
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3
4
25
A
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1
2
3kws2a-014
1
2
3
4
5
7
6
8
9
A
3kws2a-015
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Adjustment of Front Roller
You can adjust the cutting height by moving
the front roller up or down.
The cutting height can be adjusted to the
maximum of 14.0 mm on a greens mower or
the maximum of 29.0 mm on a tee mower.
By using the optional bed knife (bottom
blade), it is possible to cut to 3.0 mm on a
greens mower or 4.5 mm on a tee mower.
Position the cutting height gauge against
3.
the front roller and drum at the edge on the
left and right sides of the mower unit.
Move the front roller up or down with the
4.
roller adjuster to position the front roller so
that there is no gap between the bottom of
the head of the small screw for cutting
height in the cutting height gauge and the
edge of the bed knife (bottom blade).
Adjustment of Front Roller_001
Front roller
1
2Front groomer
3Reel cutter (Cutting cylinder)
4Drum
5Bed knife (bottom blade)
ACutting height
Set the slide caliper to the required cutting
1.
height, adjust the position of the bottom of
the head of the small screw for cutting
height in the cutting height gauge, and then
securely lock it with a fly nut.
Loosen the nut securing the roller adjuster.
2.
Adjustment of Front Roller_003
Front roller
1
2Roller bracket
3Front groomer
4Reel cutter (Cutting cylinder)
5Drum
6Bed knife (bottom blade)
7Cutting height gauge
8Small screw for cutting height
9Small screw for groomer
ACutting height
Follow the same steps to adjust the cutting
5.
height on the opposite side.
Tighten the nuts that secure the left and
6.
right roller brackets to secure them firmly.
Again, make sure that the cutting height is
7.
at the required position by positioning the
cutting height gauge against the front roller
and drum at the edge on the left and right
sides of the mower unit.
Adjustment of Front Roller_002
1
2Nut
Roller adjuster
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Adjustment Before Operating
Important
Important
Important
Important
1
4
3
2
A
2qrq2r-002
61
2
5
4
3
2qrq2r-003
Important
5
7
4
3
6
1
8
9
2
B
A
2qrq2r-008
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Adjustment of Groomer
Note:
Depending on the specifications, this function
may not be available.
If the front groomer is being used, adjust it
according to the conditions of the greens.
Set the grooming height more than 0.0 mm
from the ground.
Allowing the front groomer to go into the
ground may damage the groomer shaft.
If the front groomer goes in too deep, the
engine and drive components may become
overloaded, which may cause malfunction and
damage.
When using the grooming brush, adjust it to
the same height as the cutting height.
If the grooming brush is too low, it may quickly
become damaged.
Set the slide caliper to the required cutting
1.
height, adjust the position of the bottom of
the head of the small screw for groomer in
the cutting height gauge, and then securely
lock it with a fly nut.
1Dethatching blade
2Small screw for groomer
3Cutting height gauge
4Front roller
AOperating height
Loosen the nuts securing the left and right
2.
groomer adjustment screws.
Loosen left and right special nut A.
3.
Adjustment of Groomer_002
Groomer adjustment screw
1
2Nut
3Special nut A
4Special nut B
5Spring
6Front groomer
Position the cutting height gauge against the
4.
front roller and drum at the edge on the left
and right sides of the mower unit.
Adjust so that the small screw for groomer
contacts the dethatching blades.
Handling Instructions
Adjustment Before Operating
Adjustment of Groomer_001
Adjust special nut B up or down so that the
5.
left and right sides are parallel.
Adjustment of Groomer_003
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5
4
3
2qrq2r-003
Warning
Caution
BA
1
v2e27i-035
A
B
1
v2e27i-037
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
1Cutting height gauge
2Small screw for cutting height
3Fly nut
4Front roller
5Drum
6Bed knife (bottom blade)
7Reel cutter (Cutting cylinder)
8Dethatching blade
9Small screw for groomer
ACutting height
BGroomer operating height
Follow the same steps to adjust the groomer
6.
operating height on the opposite side.
Firmly tighten the nuts that secure the left
7.
and right groomer adjustment screws.
8.
Tighten left and right special nut A.
9.
Again, make sure that the groomer operating
height is at the required position by
positioning the cutting height gauge against
the front roller and drum at the edge on the
left and right sides of the mower unit.
Next time the groomer is used, loosen the
right and left nuts, lower the groomer and
tighten the nuts so that it can return to the
grooming height set previously.
Procedure to Start / Stop Engine
Start / Stop of Engine
Procedure to Start Engine
Before starting the engine, make sure that
there are no other people or obstacles around
the machine.
Make sure that the engine clutch cover is
installed in the prescribed position.
Make sure that the engine switch is in the
1.
"OFF" position.
Adjustment of Groomer_004
Groomer adjustment screw
1
2Nut
3Special nut A
4Special nut B
5Spring
6Front groomer
Note:
In the case that the front groomer is not
used, you do not have to change the set
grooming height.
Loosen the nuts fixing the right and left
groomer adjustment screws, lift the groomer
and tighten the right and left nuts to raise the
front groomer so that it cannot contact the
lawn.
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Procedure to Start Engine_001
Engine switch
1
AON
BOFF
2.
Make sure that the brake is locked.
Procedure to Start Engine_002
Procedure to Start / Stop Engine
B
2
1
A
v2e27i-040
A
1
B
B
v2e27i-055
BA
1
v2e27i-043
B
1
A
v2e27i-050
A
A
B
1
v2e27i-056
1
v2e27i-048
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
1Brake lever
ALock
BUnlock
Don't grip the main clutch lever.
3.
Procedure to Start Engine_003
Main clutch lever
1
2Safety lock switch
AON
BOFF
1Engine switch
AON
BOFF
Shift the throttle lever halfway from low
6.
speed to high speed position.
Procedure to Start Engine_006
Throttle lever
1
AHigh speed
BLow speed
Handling Instructions
Set the fuel cock to the "Open" position.
4.
Procedure to Start Engine_004
Fuel cock
1
AClose
BOpen
Set the engine switch to the "ON" position.
5.
Set the choke lever to the "Close" position.
7.
Procedure to Start Engine_007
Choke lever
1
AClose
BOpen
Pull the recoil starter, and the engine will
8.
start.
Procedure to Start / Stop Engine
Procedure to Start Engine_005
Procedure to Start Engine_008
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A
B
1
B
v2e27i-057
B
2
1
A
v2e27i-040
B
1
A
dgvd7o-002
BA
1
v2e27i-035
A
1
A
B
dgvd7o-006
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
1Recoil starter
Set the choke lever to the "Open" position.
9.
Procedure to Start Engine_009
Choke lever
1
AClose
BOpen
Procedure to Stop Engine
Don't grip the main clutch lever.
1.
1Throttle lever
AHigh speed
BLow speed
Set the engine switch to the "OFF" position.
3.
Procedure to Stop Engine_003
Engine switch
1
AON
BOFF
Set the fuel cock to the "Close" position.
4.
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Procedure to Stop Engine_001
Main clutch lever
1
2Safety lock switch
AON
BOFF
Set the throttle lever to low speed position.
2.
Procedure to Stop Engine_002
Procedure to Stop Engine_004
Fuel cock
1
AClose
BOpen
Procedure to Start / Stop Engine
Operation of Each Section
Caution
Caution
Caution
Caution
1
3
5
4
6
7
2
8zq6pd-033
Precautions for Operating the Machine
Under any circumstances drive the machine at
such a speed that you can stop it immediately
for emergencies.
Cautions before Leaving the Machine
Park the machine on a flat place.
Do not park the machine on a slope.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Decal, engine switch
1
2Decal, accelerator
3Decal, brake
4Decal, clutch
5Decal, groomer indication
6Decal, light switch
7Sticker, alignment 10300
Handling Instructions
Check that the engine has stopped.
Make sure that the brake lever is locked.
Description of Operation Decals
Description of Operation Decals_001
Operation of Each Section
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OFFON
8zq6pd-006
HIGH
LOW
6n6oux-014
6n6oux-092
ON
ON
OFF
Reel
Travel
Travel
ࠉ
ࠉ
8zq6pd-013
Normal
Stop
Reverse
8zq6pd-014
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
-
1
Decal, engine switch
This indicates the location of the engine switch.
K4203000700
Decal, accelerator
This indicates the positions for the high and low
2
engine speeds.
HIGH: High speed
LOW: Low speed
K4209001200
3
Decal, brake
It illustrates the locking position for the parking brake.
K4203001110
Decal, clutch
4
This indicates operating positions (traveling/working)
for the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and drum.
K4203001120
Decal, groomer indication
Note:
Depending on the specifications, this function may
5
not be available.
This indicates the positions for the groomer rotation
direction.
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Operation of Each Section
K4203001610
1
2
6n6oux-086
8zq6pd-012
A
B
1
bnec97-022
BA
1
odziu1-001
Decal, light switch
Note:
Depending on the specifications, this function may
not be available.
6
It illustrates ON/OFF of the light.
1. ON
2. OFF
K4209001230
Sticker, alignment 10300 (set of 2)
Note:
Depending on the specifications, this function may
7
not be available.
This indicates the reference line for cutting.
If necessary, attach to the grass catcher.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Handling Instructions
Light Switch
Note:
Depending on the specifications, this function
may not be available.
The light switch is located in the handle panel.
Flip up the switch to turn on the light, and down
to turn off.
Light Switch_001
Light switch
1
AON
BOFF
Engine Switch
The engine switch is located in the handle.
To start the engine, set the engine switch to
the “ON” position, and to stop it, set to the
“OFF” position.
Engine Switch_001
Engine switch
1
AON
BOFF
Operation of Each Section
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B
1
A
v2e27i-045
Important
A
B
1
v2e27i-037
Important
A
B
2
1
6zsd1y-001
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Throttle Lever
The throttle lever is located in the handle and
enables you to adjust the engine rpm.
Move the throttle lever toward HIGH (high
speed) to increase the engine rpm, and toward
LOW (low speed) to reduce the rpm.
Note:
The factory default engine rpm (maximum) is
set to 3,400 rpm.
Operate at about 3,000 rpm.
Brake Lever_001
Brake lever
1
ALock
BUnlock
Safety Lock Switch
The safety lock switch is located in the handle.
Throttle Lever_001
Throttle lever
1
AHigh speed
BLow speed
Brake Lever
Avoid quick operation.
Carefully and slowly operate the machine.
The brake lever is located in the handle.
Pull up the brake lever to activate braking and
the travel of the machine is stopped.
Pull the brake lever up to the top and the brake
lever is locked with brake applied.
Push down the brake lever to release the
brake.
Note:
Lock the brake lever to apply Parking Brake.
While the main clutch is in the "OFF" position,
the safety lock is activated.
Grip the main clutch lever while pushing the
safety lock switch to unlock the safety lock.
Safety Lock Switch_001
Main clutch lever
1
2Safety lock switch
ALock
BUnlock
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Operation of Each Section
Important
Important
B
2
1
A
k7k67l-002
Caution
A
B
C
1
vjbj2l-001
Caution
B
1
3
2
A
8h3xpo-001
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Main Clutch Lever
Avoid quick operation.
Carefully and slowly operate the machine.
The main clutch is not activated unless the
safety lock released.
The main clutch lever is located in the handle.
Unlock the safety lock and then grip the main
clutch lever to traveling forward with rotating
the reel cutter.
Release the main clutch lever from the hands
to stop the machine traveling and the reel
cutter rotating.
When the lever is set to the "Travel OFF"
position, both the drum and reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) are not driven.
Traveling/Working Selector Lever_001
Traveling/Working selector lever
1
AReel ON
BTravel ON
CTravel OFF
Air Adjusting Plate
Handling Instructions
Main Clutch Lever_001
Main clutch lever
1
2Safety lock switch
AON
BOFF
Traveling/Working Selector Lever
This lever should be operated while the main
clutch lever is set to the disengaged position,
and adjusted to the position suitable for your
work.
The traveling/working selector lever is located
on top of the left frame and has three positions.
When the lever is set to the "Reel ON" position,
the drum and reel cutter (cutting cylinder)
operate and cutting is performed.
When the lever is set to the "Travel ON"
position, only the drum operates and the
machine travels.
Operation of Each Section
The air adjusting plate should be operated
while the engine rotation is stopped, and
adjusted to the position suitable for your work.
The air adjusting plate is attached on the reel
cover.
The dispersing angle of clippings can be
adjusted by changing the position of the air
adjusting plate.
Adjust according to the lawn conditions.
The air adjusting plate can be moved closer to
the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) when the lawn
condition is “dry”.
The air adjusting plate can be moved away
from the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) when the
lawn condition is "wet".
Air Adjusting Plate_001
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Handling Instructions
1Air adjusting plate
2Reel cutter (Cutting cylinder)
3Reel cover
AClose
BAway
Engine Clutch Cover
The engine clutch cover is located on the left
side of the engine and covers the engine
clutch.
Open or close the engine clutch cover by
removing or installing the lock bolt.
Groomer Clutch Lever_001
Groomer clutch lever
1
ANormal
BReverse
CStop
IGCA (Independent Grass Catcher Arm)
Engine Clutch Cover_001
Engine clutch cover
1
2Lock bolt
ALoosen
BTighten
Groomer Clutch Lever
Note:
Depending on the specifications, this function
may not be available.
This lever should be operated while the main
clutch lever is set to the disengaged position,
and adjusted to the position suitable for your
work.
Note:
Depending on the specifications, this function
may not be available.
(IGCA can be installed onto the LM18GC/
LM56GC.)
IGCA is located above the mower.
The IGCA is a mechanism that prevents the
mowing attitude of the mower from changing,
even when there is an increase in the volume
of clippings entering the grass catcher.
It eliminates as much as possible the transfer
of rough handle movements causing changes
in the mower's attitude.
Since the mower is stabilized while the lawn is
mowed, even if the handle is treated roughly,
the cutting height does not change from the
start of mowing the green to the end.
Stable lawn mowing work can be performed
regardless of the operator's skill level and
machine proficiency level, enabling all greens
to be mowed at a uniform cutting height.
The groomer clutch lever is located on the
upper side of the right frame and has three
positions.
When the lever is set to the "Normal " position,
the groomer rotates in the same direction as
the reel cutter (cutting cylinder).
When the lever is set to the "Reverse "
position, the groomer rotates in the opposite
direction as the reel cutter (cutting cylinder).
When the lever is set to the "Stop" position, the
groomer will not rotate.
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IGCA (Independent Grass Catcher Arm)_001
IGCA
1
Operation of Each Section
Issue 1:
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The cutting height fluctuates due to the upand-down movements of the mower caused
by the weight of the grass catcher.
Solution:
The mower and grass catcher operate
independently.
Therefore, the mowing attitude of the
mower is not affected, even when the
grass catcher becomes heavier from the
added weight of grass, thatch, sand, etc.
The operator can mow at a uniform cutting
height from the start of mowing the green
to the end.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
IGCA (Independent Grass Catcher Arm)_003
IGCA
1
2Mower
3Grass catcher
4Handle
5Link rod
6Handle adjuster
Handling Instructions
IGCA (Independent Grass Catcher Arm)_002
IGCA
1
2Mower
3Grass catcher
Issue 2:
The cutting height is uneven due to the upand-down movements of the mower caused
by the operator's handle movements.
Solution:
The grass catcher and handle are linked,
eliminating as much as possible the
transfer of rough handle movements
causing changes in the mower's attitude.
By adjusting the link rods, the handle can
remain centered in the handle adjuster,
and uniform mower contact pressure can
be achieved.
Effect 1:
Regardless of skill level, any operator can
mow at a uniform cutting height, as long as
the handle can be adjusted within the range
of the hole in the handle adjuster.
This is effective when accelerating very
quickly or mowing undulations.
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IGCA
1
2Mower
3Grass catcher
Operation of Each Section
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Warning
Caution
Caution
Caution
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Effect 2:
Since the load of the grass catcher does not
affect the front roller, it is possible to reduce
sinking (gouging or digging) caused by the
front roller touching the ground when
entering the green.
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IGCA
1
2Mower
3Grass catcher
4Front roller
Travel of Machine
Cutting Work
Cutting Work
Do not start to move or stop the machine
abruptly.
Do not operate on a steep slope.
Be sure to operate at an appropriate speed for
the mowing site.
For mowing on an undulated surface, mow
with lowered cutting speed.
Be sure to attach the grass catcher.
Discharge the clippings at the right time during
operation.
Traveling the Machine
Do not start to move or stop the machine
abruptly.
Install traveling tires.
1.
Flip up the stand.
2.
Set the traveling/working selector lever to
3.
"Travel ON" position of.
Start the engine.
4.
Release the brake.
5.
6.
Release the safety lock and grip the main
clutch lever slowly.
The machine can start traveling.
7.
Remove the traveling tires.
1.
Flip up the stand.
2.
Install the grass catcher.
3.
Move the air adjusting plate to the desired
4.
position.
Move the groomer clutch lever to the desired
5.
position.
Make the traveling/working selector lever to
6.
the "Reel ON" position.
Start the engine.
7.
Release the brake.
8.
Release the safety lock and grip the main
9.
clutch lever slowly to start mowing.
Note:
The factory default maximum engine rotation
speed is set to 3,400 rpm.
Operate at about 3,000 rpm.
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Travel of Machine
Removing/Installing Traveling Tires
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Mow with the traveling tires removed.
Use the traveling tires to move the machine by
self-propelling.
Removal of traveling tires:
1.
Set the machine on its stand.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Removing/Installing Traveling Tires_003
Traveling tires
1
Follow the same steps to remove the
3.
traveling tire on the opposite side.
Installation of traveling tires:
Handling Instructions
Removing/Installing Traveling Tires_001
Stand
1
2Traveling tires
While sliding the lever of the wheel
2.
mounting plate and holding it in the
released position, pull the traveling tire
toward you to remove it.
Removing/Installing Traveling Tires_002
Traveling tires
1
2Wheel mounting plate
The drum shaft and traveling tire have
depressions and projections that fit together.
Match the shapes during installation.
Removing/Installing Traveling Tires_004
Traveling tires
1
2Drum shaft
Depressions and projections that fit
A
together
Cutting Work
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Handling Instructions
Transporting
Make sure that the wheel mounting plate fits
into the groove in the drum shaft.
If they do not engage, the wheel may fall off.
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Traveling tires
1
2Wheel mounting plate
AGroove
For installing the traveling tires, reverse the
removing procedure.
Removing/Installing Grass Catcher
Stop the engine before removing / installing
the grass catcher.
Removing Grass Catcher:
Lift up the grass catcher to detach the right &
left latches of it from the roller brackets.
Installing Grass Catcher:
Attach the right & left latches of the grass
catcher to the roller brackets.
Transporting Procedure
When loading and unloading the machine,
wear non-slip shoes and travel slowly.
When securing the machine with a rope, do
not tie the rope to the engine.
When securing the machine with a rope, be
careful not to bend any wires.
Be extremely careful when loading the
machine into a truck or a trailer.
Before loading or unloading, stop the truck or
trailer on a level surface in a safe location,
apply the parking brake, stop the engine, and
then chock the wheels.
Before loading into a truck or a trailer for
transportation, apply the parking brake of the
machine, stop its engine, and then secure the
machine with rope or any other sufficiently
strong restraining device.
When using a loading ramp, select one of
sufficient length, width and strength, and that
will not allow the machine to slip off.
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Blade does not cut ...............................Page 5-26
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Caution
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Important
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Maintenance Precautions
First, learn well the maintenance operations
you plan to perform.
Use tools appropriate for each maintenance
operation.
For the safe and best performance of your
machine, use Baroness genuine parts for
replacement and accessories.
Please note that our product warranty may be
void if you use non-genuine parts for
replacement or accessories.
Position of mower during maintenance
If the mower handle is left leaned on the
ground for a long time during maintenance
engine oil may enter the engine combustion
chamber and cause the engine to run
improperly.
Be careful not to keep this position long and
ensure sufficient time for any oil to drain back
by returning to upright position for ten minutes
before starting.
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Maintenance Precautions
Maintenance Schedule
LM18GC/LM56GC/LM66GC/LM66TC
Follow the maintenance schedule below.
○・・・Inspect, adjust, supply, clean
●・・・Replace (first time)
△・・・Replace
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Maintenance Item
After Work
Before Work
*2Check tightening bolts and nuts ○
*2Check fuel level○ Check fuel and oil leaks○
*2Check engine oil level○
*2Check air cleaner ○
Operation distance of clutch plate1.0 - 2.0 mm (0.039 - 0.079 in)
Engine clutch spring61.0 mm (2.40 in)Total length of spring
2.0 dm3 (2.0 L)
0.56 dm3 (0.56 L)
120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm2)
11.5 mm (0.453 in)Total length of spring
Maintenance Schedule
Gasoline
SAE30 (API Service Grade SE or
higher)
4.10/3.50 - 6
Gap between engine clutch and
clutch facing
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Greasing
About Greasing
Since there may be adhesion or damage due
to lack of grease on moving parts, they must
be greased.
Add urea-based No. 2 grease in accordance
with the Maintenance Schedule.
Other locations where the specified grease or
lubricant is used are indicated in "Greasing
Points".
Add grease using the specified grease or
lubricant.
Greasing Points
Grease nipples are installed in the following
locations.
Add grease to A every 10 hours and B every
50 hours.
Frame & Transmission
1.
There are seven points in total on the left
and right.
Right side
Greasing Points_002
Left side
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Greasing Points_001
No. of
Location
1Frame & Transmission 7AB
2Differential gear1A-
3Reel bearing2-B
4Drum housing2-B
5Front roller2-B
6Groomer4AB
greasing
points
Greasing
period
Differential gear
2.
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Greasing Points_004
Greasing
Reel bearing
B
B
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Left side
Greasing Points_005
Drum housing
4.
Greasing Points_006
Front roller
5.
There is one point each on the left and right.
Right side
Greasing Points_008
Groomer
6.
Note:
Depending on the specifications, this
function may not be available.
Greasing Points_009
Maintenance
Greasing Points_007
Greasing
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Maintenance
Maintenance (Mower)
Adjustment of Cutter Adjustment Spring
Both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the
bed knife (bottom blade) are edged tools.
Handle them carefully, since they could cut
your hands and feet.
When handling the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) or bed knife (bottom blade), wear
gloves to protect your hands.
Pay attention not to let the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) catch your gloves. Otherwise, you
may injure your hand or fingers.
If the diameter of the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) becomes smaller, adjust the cutter
adjustment spring.
Adjust the blade engagement.
1.
Loosen the spring adjusting screw and the
2.
nut, and then adjust the length of the coil
spring to 50.0 mm (1.97 in).
Note:
The figure below shows the situation when you
see from the left frame.
The right frame is mirror reversed.
When the gap at the left frame side between
the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the bed
knife (bottom blade) appears.
1.
Loosen the locknut and turn the left cam
bush clockwise to eliminate only the gap
distance.
When you raise the bed knife (bottom
blade) by 0.1 mm (0.004 in), turn the left
cam bush clockwise 30 degrees.
2.
Once the adjustment completed, tighten
the locknut securely.
When the gap at the right frame side
between the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and
the bed knife (bottom blade) appears.
1.
Loosen the locknut and turn the right cam
bush anticlockwise to eliminate only the
gap distance.
2.
Once the adjustment completed, tighten
the locknut securely.
Adjustment of Cutter Adjustment Spring_001
Spring adjusting screw
1
2Nut
3Spring
A50 mm (1.97 in)
Adjusting CAM
Turn the cam bush on both sides of the bottom
blade, and the blade can be raised and
lowered respectively by maximum 0.1 mm
(0.004 in).
The above method is used when the edges of
the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the bed
knife (bottom blade) are not in parallel.
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Adjusting CAM_001
Center of cutter pin
1
2Center of cam bush
3Punch mark
A0.1 mm (0.004 in)
BRaising the bed knife
CLowering the bed knife.
Maintenance (Mower)
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Maintenance
Back Lapping of Reel Cutter (Cutting
Cylinder)
Back lapping is work similar to sharpening a
cooking knife. If the edges of the reel cutter
(cutting cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom
blade) become blunt and make cutting difficult,
both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the
bed knife (bottom blade) should be
simultaneously sharpened by reversing the reel
cutter (cutting cylinder) with an abrasive paste
applied.
However, back lapping is a temporary measure
and would not restore the sharpness
completely.
If the edges of the reel cutter (cutting cylinder)
and the bed knife (bottom blade) become blunt
and make cutting difficult, follow the steps
below to perform back lapping.
Both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the
bed knife (bottom blade) are edged tools.
Handle them carefully, since they could cut
your hands and feet.
1Newspaper
2Back lapping powder
3Gel compound
4Brush
Note:
The mixing ratio for the abrasive, in volume,
is one part back lapping powder (#200 #400) to three or four parts oil.
Have a lapping machine or the lapping
2.
handle ready.
When handling the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) or bed knife (bottom blade), wear
gloves to protect your hands.
However, pay attention not to let the reel
cutter (cutting cylinder) catch your gloves, etc.
Otherwise, you may injure your hand or
fingers.
Check the sharpness of the blade by checking
the blade engagement after cutting grass.
Maintenance
During back lapping, the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) rotates.
Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
Do not perform back lapping with any other
persons.
Have the following items ready: Strips of
1.
newspaper, Abrasive [Back lapping powder
mixed with oil; or gel compound (Baroness
genuine abrasive)], Brush.
Stop the engine.
3.
Set the traveling/working selector lever to the
4.
"Travel OFF" position.
Back Lapping of Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder)_002
Traveling/Working selector lever
1
AReel ON
BTravel ON
CTravel OFF
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Maintenance
Insert one or two strips of newspaper into the
5.
space between the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade) at
an angle of 90 degrees. Then, rotate the reel
cutter (cutting cylinder) counter-clockwise
(when you face the mower unit from the left)
to check the sharpness of the blades.
Back Lapping of Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder)_003
Reel cutter (Cutting cylinder)
1
2Bed knife (bottom blade)
ARotation direction
9.
Connect the lapping machine or lapping
handle to the lapping bolt of the machine.
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Lapping bolt
1
Rotate the reel cutter (cutting cylinder)
10.
clockwise (reverse rotation) when you face
the mower unit from the left.
Turn on the lapping machine.
・
Otherwise, rotate the lapping handle.
・
Check the sharpness of the entire range
6.
(three or four points from the left edge to the
right one) of the reel cutter (cutting cylinder).
With a piece of chalk, etc., mark locations on
7.
the blade that are sharp.
With a roller receiver, jack stand, etc.,
8.
The right side of the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) (when you face the mower unit from
the front) is inclined to wear earlier than the
left side. Accordingly be sure to move the
brush from the left to the right to apply the
abrasive.
position the machine so that the bed knife
(bottom blade) is level.
Back Lapping of Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder)_006
Apply the abrasive evenly with the brush on
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Roller receiver
1
2Lapping machine
11.
the top side of reel cutter (cutting cylinder)
where the newspaper was cut well or of
chalk-marked locations.
(Never apply to blunt areas.)
Rotate the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) for a
12.
while and stop its rotation when the sound of
contact is lost.
Turn off the lapping machine.
・
Otherwise, stop rotating the lapping
・
handle.
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Maintenance (Mower)
Remove the lapping machine or lapping
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handle.
Wash off or wipe off with a cloth, etc., the
14.
abrasive from the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder), and then check the sharpness.
15.
Repeat steps 5 to 14 until the entire range
(three or four points between the left and
right ends) of the reel cutter (cutting cylinder)
is uniformly sharpened.
16.
Finally, apply abrasive to the entire blade
width of the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and
perform final back lapping.
When cleaning, do not allow water to come
into contact with the engine or electrical
components.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
For sharpening the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder), contact your dealer or Baroness.
If the outer diameter of the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) after sharpening is more than the
usage limit, the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) can
be sharpened.
NewUsage limit
Dimension B
Dimension A
(Outer
diameter of
reel cutter
(cutting
cylinder))
128 mm51.3 mm118 mm46.3 mm
(Distance
from blade
edge to
outer edge
of reel cutter
(cutting
cylinder)
shaft)
Dimension A
(Outer
diameter of
reel cutter
(cutting
cylinder))
Dimension B
(Distance
from blade
edge to
outer edge
of reel cutter
(cutting
cylinder)
shaft)
Maintenance
Wash off the abrasive with a washer, etc.
17.
While checking the blade for sharpness,
18.
adjust blade engagement.
Sharpening of Reel Cutter (Cutting
Cylinder)
Both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the
bed knife (bottom blade) are edged tools.
Handle them carefully, since they could cut
your hands and feet.
Wear gloves when touching edged tools to
avoid cutting your hands.
The sharpening of the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) consists in maintaining its roundness
and creating a relief (second edge face).
This work should be performed if the
sharpness cannot be restored, even after back
lapping, or if the relief (second edge face) has
worn away.
Sharpen the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) when
the sharpness cannot be restored, even after
back lapping, or when the relief (second edge
face) has worn away, there is full contact or
back lapping takes too much time.
In addition, if the reel cutter (cutting cylinder)
becomes worn and its shape conical, perform
cylindrical grinding to return it to a cylindrical
shape.
Note:
The outer diameter of the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) shaft is 25.4 mm.
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Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) blade
1
2Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) disc
3Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) shaft
Outer diameter of reel cutter (cutting
A
cylinder)
Distance from blade edge to outer
B
edge of reel cutter (cutting cylinder)
shaft
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Sharpening is necessary when the reel cutter
(cutting cylinder) reaches a condition described
below.
When the sharpening width (length of
1.
contacting surface of bed knife (bottom
blade)) for the outer diameter of the reel
cutter (cutting cylinder) is greater than the
usage limit.
Outer diameter of reel
cutter (cutting cylinder)
(new part)
128 mm
Usage limit of
sharpening width for
outer diameter of reel
cutter (cutting cylinder)
2.5 mm (factoryrecommended)
The criteria for replacing the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) are described below.
However, these criteria are only a reference
and do not guarantee performance like that of
a new reel cutter (cutting cylinder).
When the outer diameter of the reel cutter
1.
(cutting cylinder) is less than the usage limit
NewUsage limit
Dimension B
Dimension A
(Outer
diameter of
reel cutter
(cutting
cylinder))
128 mm51.3 mm118 mm46.3 mm
(Distance
from blade
edge to
outer edge
of reel cutter
(cutting
cylinder)
shaft)
Dimension A
(Outer
diameter of
reel cutter
(cutting
cylinder))
Dimension B
(Distance
from blade
edge to
outer edge
of reel cutter
(cutting
cylinder)
shaft)
Note:
The outer diameter of the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) shaft is 25.4 mm.
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Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) blade
1
Sharpening width for outer diameter of
A
reel cutter (cutting cylinder)
When the edges become blunt or the blade
2.
edge cannot be formed with back lapping
When the reel cutter (cutting cylinder)
3.
becomes worn and its shape conical, or
when blade engagement adjustment cannot
be performed
Replacement of Reel Cutter (Cutting
Cylinder)
Both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the
bed knife (bottom blade) are edged tools.
Handle them carefully, since they could cut
your hands and feet.
Wear gloves when touching edged tools to
avoid cutting your hands.
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Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) blade
1
2Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) disc
3Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) shaft
Outer diameter of reel cutter (cutting
A
cylinder)
Distance from blade edge to outer
B
edge of reel cutter (cutting cylinder)
shaft
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Maintenance (Mower)
Caution
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Installing The Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder)
Both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the
bed knife (bottom blade) are edged tools.
Handle them carefully, since they could cut
your hands and feet.
When handling the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) or bed knife (bottom blade), wear
gloves to protect your hands.
Pay attention not to let the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) catch your gloves. Otherwise, you
may injure your hand or fingers.
Refer to the Tightening Torque table.
Note that the Baroness product warranty may
not apply to defects caused by incorrect or
overtorque tightening, etc.
Specification without groomer:
Installing The Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder)_001
Washer
1
2Left-hand nut
3Torque wrench
A11.5 mm (0.453 in)
Specification with groomer:
Maintenance
Follow the steps below to replace the
bearings and oil seals on the left and right
ends of the reel cutter (cutting cylinder).
Use 30204JRP6 as bearing.
Fill up the bearings and oil seals with
1.
grease (Excelite EP No. 2).
Install the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) onto
2.
the frame.
Tighten the nut until the length of the spring
3.
reaches 11.5 mm (0.453 in), and then lock
it.
Note:
Preloading with a constant force by spring
pressure is possible.
Measure the rotating torque of the reel
4.
cutter (cutting cylinder) with a torque
wrench.
The specified value is 0.8 to 1.0 N·m (8 to
10 kgf·cm).
Installing The Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder)_002
Reel gear
1
2Reel gear fixing nut
3Torque wrench
A11.5 mm (0.453 in)
Maintenance (Mower)
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Caution
Caution
A
2
1
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1
3
A
2
d5gd5v-003
Caution
Caution
1
2
3
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Replacement of Bed Knife (Bottom Blade)
Both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the
bed knife (bottom blade) are edged tools.
Handle them carefully, since they could cut
your hands and feet.
Wear gloves when touching edged tools to
avoid cutting your hands.
The criteria for replacing the bed knife (bottom
blade) are described below.
When the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) is
1.
ground
2.
When the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) is
replaced
When the bed knife (bottom blade) is worn
3.
Standard blade
Replace the bed knife (bottom blade) before it
no longer has a front face.
Replacement of Bed Knife (Bottom Blade)_002
Bed knife (bottom blade)
1
2Mounting hole
3Tip
AFront face
Removing/Installing The Bed Knife Base
Removing The Bed Knife Base
Both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the
bed knife (bottom blade) are edged tools.
Handle them carefully, since they could cut
your hands and feet.
Raising the front part of the machine for
servicing operation may create a falling
hazard.
Support the machine securely.
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Replacement of Bed Knife (Bottom Blade)_001
Bed knife (bottom blade)
1
2Mounting hole
AFront face
High-speed-steel-tipped blade
Replace the bed knife (bottom blade) before it
no longer has a tip.
Loosen the lock nuts on both sides, and
1.
then loosen the cutter pins.
Removing The Bed Knife Base_001
Cutter pin
1
2Lock nut
3Cam bush
Maintenance (Mower)
Remove the 2 bolts that secure the bed
2
1
2
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Important
1
4
3
2
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Caution
1
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2.
knife base arm Assy and bed knife base
COMP.
Removing The Bed Knife Base_002
Bed knife base COMP
1
2Bolt
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Remove the bed knife base COMP.
5.
Removing The Bed Knife Base_004
Bed knife base COMP
1
Maintenance
Keep 1 to 5 pieces of washer for clearance
adjustment between the fulcrum seat and the
frame if there are any of them.
Unscrew the fulcrum seat bolt, S washer,
3.
washer, and remove the bed knife base
arm Assy from the bed knife base COMP.
Removing The Bed Knife Base_003
Bed knife base arm Assy
1
2Bolt
3S washer
4Washer
Be careful when you remove the cutter pin as
the bed knife base COMP may fall off.
While supporting the bed knife base COMP,
4.
remove the cutter pins and lock nuts on
both sides.
Maintenance (Mower)
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Caution
Caution
Caution
Caution
Important
2
3
4
1
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Important
2
3
4
1
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Installation of Bed Knife Base
Both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the
bed knife (bottom blade) are edged tools.
Handle them carefully, since they could cut
your hands and feet.
When handling the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) or bed knife (bottom blade), wear
gloves to protect your hands.
Pay attention not to let the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) catch your gloves. Otherwise, you
may injure your hand or fingers.
While operations are performed with the front
of the machine raised, there is a danger of it
falling.
Securely support the machine.
Refer to the Tightening Torque table.
Note that the Baroness product warranty may
not apply to defects caused by incorrect or
overtorque tightening, etc.
Installation of Bed Knife Base_001
Bed knife base COMP
1
2Cutter pin
3Lock nut
4Cam bush
Install the bed knife base arm Assy parallel to
the frame.
During installation, be careful not to twist both
arms.
Insert the bed knife base arm Assy into the
2.
bed knife base COMP.
Temporarily install the bed knife base arm
3.
with the bolt of the fulcrum seat.
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Make sure that there is no binding at the cam
bushes in the frame of the mower unit.
Temporarily install the bed knife base
1.
COMP onto the machine with the left and
right cutter pins and lock nuts.
Note:
At this time, tighten the lock nuts to the
heads of the cutter pins, but do not allow
the lock nuts to contact the cam bushes.
Installation of Bed Knife Base_002
Bed knife base arm Assy
1
2Bolt
3Spring washer
4Washer
Maintenance (Mower)
Tighten the bolt used to install the bed knife
1
2
3
kx7caa-003
Important
1
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11
2
2
AB
kx7caa-005
1
2
kx7caa-006
4.
base arm Assy, and then firmly secure it.
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Make sure that the bed knife (bottom blade)
8.
contacts the reel cutter (cutting cylinder).
Installation of Bed Knife Base_003
Bolt
1
2Spring washer
3Washer
Do not tighten the left and right lock nuts.
Tighten the left and right cutter pins used to
5.
temporarily install the bed knife base
COMP.
Remove the fulcrum seat bolt used to
6.
temporarily install the bed knife base arm.
Note:
With the weight of the bed knife base arm,
the bed knife (bottom blade) will slightly
come into contact with the reel cutter
(cutting cylinder).
Align the punch mark on each (left and
7.
right) cam bush with the travel direction.
Installation of Bed Knife Base_005
Reel cutter (Cutting cylinder)
1
2Bed knife (bottom blade)
AGap
BNo gap
Insert one or two strips of newspaper into
9.
the space between the reel cutter (cutting
cylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade)
at an angle of 90 degrees. Then, rotate the
reel cutter (cutting cylinder)
counterclockwise (as seen from the left side
of the mower unit) by hand to check the
sharpness of the entire range (three or four
points from the left edge to the right one) of
the reel cutter (cutting cylinder).
Maintenance
Installation of Bed Knife Base_004
Punch mark
1
Maintenance (Mower)
Installation of Bed Knife Base_006
Reel cutter (Cutting cylinder)
1
2Bed knife (bottom blade)
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Important
5
6
3
2
4
1
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BA
1
1
22
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Important
B
kx7caa-010
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Adjust the positions of the cam bushes so
10.
that both sides cut.
"Adjusting CAM" (Page 5-8)
Note:
After making adjustments, use a marker,
etc., to place a mark on the machine at the
position of the punch mark.
Installation of Bed Knife Base_007
If one to five gap adjustment washers had
been inserted between the fulcrum seat and
the frame, insert gap adjustment washers so
that the gap is eliminated.
Align the vertical hole in the fulcrum seat,
12.
and then secure it.
OK: The cutter adjustment bolt is centered
in the hole of the fulcrum seat.
NG: The cutter adjustment bolt is not
centered in the hole of the fulcrum seat.
Installation of Bed Knife Base_009
Fulcrum seat
1
2Cutter adjustment bolt
AOK
BNG
Install the fulcrum seats onto the left and
11.
right frames with the bolts, spring washers
and washers.
Installation of Bed Knife Base_008
Fulcrum seat
1
2Bolt
3Spring washer
4Washer
5Gap adjustment washer
6Frame
Make sure that the cam bush does not move
from the marked position.
Tighten the lock nuts of the left and right
13.
cutter pins.
Installation of Bed Knife Base_010
Lock nut
1
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Maintenance (Mower)
Caution
Caution
2
3
1
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Caution
Caution
Caution
Important
Important
2
3
1
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Removing/Installing The Bed Knife
Removing The Bed Knife
Both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the
bed knife (bottom blade) are edged tools.
Handle them carefully, since they could cut
your hands and feet.
Raising the front part of the machine for
servicing operation may create a falling
hazard.
Support the machine securely.
Remove the bed knife base COMP.
1.
Place the bed knife base COMP on a stable
2.
workbench.
Remove the bed knife by loosening the
3.
screw with a hammer driver or punch.
Installing The Bed Knife
Both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the
bed knife (bottom blade) are edged tools.
Handle them carefully, since they could cut
your hands and feet.
Raising the front part of the machine for
servicing operation may create a falling
hazard.
Support the machine securely.
See the list in Tightening torques.
Note that the Baroness product warranty may
not apply to defects caused by incorrect or
overtorque tightening etc.
Maintenance
Removing The Bed Knife_001
Bed knife base
1
2Bed knife
3Screw
Be sure not to scratch the bed knife base
surface where the bed knife shall be mounted.
Remove rust and dust.
Replace the old screws with new ones.
Tighten the screws uniformly with a
1.
hammer driver.
Installing The Bed Knife_001
Bed knife base
1
2Bed knife
3Screw
Maintenance (Mower)
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1
2
3
4
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2
1
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Caution
2
1
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Important
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Note:
First, tighten the screw at the center. Then,
follow the numerical order, first to the right
and then to the left, as shown below.
Installing The Bed Knife_002
Bed knife
1
2Screw
Removing/Installing The Small Cover (Left)
Removing The Small Cover (Left)
Insert an item such as a wooden hammer
1.
handle into the reel cutter to prevent it from
turning, and remove the lapping bolt, the
disk spring, and the gear retainer collar.
2.
Unscrew the 4 bolts, and then detach the
small cover (left).
Removing The Small Cover (Left)_002
Small cover (left)
1
2Bolt
Installing The Small Cover (Left)
See the list in Tightening torques.
Note that the Baroness product warranty may
not apply to defects caused by incorrect or
overtorque tightening etc.
Attach the small cover (left) temporarily to
1.
the frame with four bolts.
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Removing The Small Cover (Left)_001
Reel cutter
1
2Lapping bolt
3Disk spring
4Gear retainer collar
5Wooden hammer
Installing The Small Cover (Left)_001
The small cover (left)
1
2Bolt
Be sure that there is no gap between the oil
seal fitted in the small cover (left) and the gear
retainer collar.
Install the gear retainer collar to the reel
2.
cutter shaft while adjusting the position of
the small cover (left).
Tighten the 4 bolts which have temporarily
3.
been attached to the small cover (left).
Maintenance (Mower)
Insert an item such as a wooden hammer
5
1
2
3
4
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Danger
Danger
Danger
1
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12
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1
3
2
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4.
handle into the reel cutter to prevent it from
turning, and install the disk spring and the
lapping bolt.
Installing The Small Cover (Left)_002
Reel cutter
1
2Lapping bolt
3Disk spring
4Gear retainer collar
5Wooden hammer
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
1Adjusting nut
Make sure that the brake shoe does not
2.
touch the brake drum.
Avoid the brake always being engaged.
Note:
The brake shoe may touch the brake drum if
you hear a rubbing sound or the drum feels
heavy when rotating the drum.
Adjustment of Engine Clutch
When reinstalling the engine:
Adjust the clearance between the engine
clutch and clutch facing so that it will be
approx. 0.5 - 1.0 mm (0.020 - 0.039 in) when
gripping the main clutch lever.
Maintenance
Maintenance (Main Body)
Adjustment of Brake
If the brake wire is cut, the machine will be
unable to stop. This would be extremely
dangerous.
If the brake wire is cracked or damaged,
replace it with a new one immediately.
If the brake is not sufficiently effective when it
has been applied, adjust the brake wire.
1.
Adjust the brake by use of the brake wire
adjusting nut.
Adjustment of Engine Clutch_001
Engine clutch
1
2Clutch facing
A0.5 - 1.0 mm (0.020 - 0.039 in)
Loosen the 4 bolts securing the engine.
1.
Insert a thickness gauge (accessory tool)
2.
from the front and rear of the clearance,
make adjustment so that the front and rear
clearances will be the same distance, and
then retighten the bolts A.
Adjustment of Brake_001
Maintenance (Main Body)
Adjustment of Engine Clutch_002
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3
2
A
4
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3
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
1Engine
2Bolt A
3Bolt B
When adjusting the clutch wire:
Make adjustment so that the operation
distance of the clutch plate between gripping
and releasing the main clutch lever will be
1.0 - 2.0 mm (0.039 - 0.079 in).
Adjustment of Engine Clutch_004
Clutch spring
1
2Spring adjustment nut
3Lock nut
A61.0 mm (2.40 in)
Change of Air Cleaner
Adjustment of Engine Clutch_003
Engine clutch
1
2Clutch plate
3Clutch facing
4Clutch wire adjusting nut
A1.0 - 2.0 mm (0.039 - 0.079 in)
When adjusting the clutch spring:
Make adjustment so that the total length of
the spring will be 61.0 mm (2.40 in) when the
main clutch lever set in the ON position.
Note:
The factory default setting of the spring total
length is 61.0 mm (2.40 in).
The longer the spring is set, the lighter clutch
handling is provided. The shorter, the
heavier.
Loosen the lock nut and adjust the spring
1.
total length with the spring adjustment nut.
Confirm that there is no engine clutch
2.
slipping when the main clutch lever set in
the ON position.
For details on handling the engine, please refer
to the Engine's Owner's Manual.
A contaminated air cleaner element may cause
malfunction of the engine.
To maximize the life of the engine, replace the
air cleaner element at the appropriate times.
The timing for replacing the air cleaner
1.
element is described below.
Replace the air cleaner element in
[1]
accordance with the Maintenance
Schedule.
If it is significantly contaminated, replace
[2]
it, even if the hours of operation do not
exceed the specified time.
Replace the air cleaner element in the same
2.
manner as cleaning the air cleaner.
"Cleaning of Air Cleaner" (Page 4-4)
Page 5-22
Maintenance (Main Body)
Replacement of Engine Oil
Warning
Caution
Important
Important
1
2
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For details on handling the engine, please refer
to the Owner's Manual for the engine.
When changing the engine oil, be sure to
drain it into a container and discard it in
accordance with local laws and regulations.
Be careful with hot oil, which could cause
burns if it contacts your skin.
Be sure to use engine oil that is classified as
API Service Grade SE or higher, with an SAE
viscosity that is appropriate for the operating
environment (ambient temperature).
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Replacement of Engine Oil_001
Oil level gauge (oil filling port)
1
2Drain plug
After checking the oil level with the oil level
7.
gauge, add more engine oil if it is insufficient.
Securely tighten the oil level gauge.
8.
Long-Term Storage
Before Long-Term Storage
Maintenance
Securely tighten the oil level gauge.
Change the engine oil more frequently if it is
contaminated and especially if you use the
machine in dusty areas or operate the engine
at high loads or in high temperatures.
Move the machine onto a level surface, and
1.
then stop the engine.
Remove the drain plug while the engine oil is
2.
warm, and then drain the oil into a container.
Re-place the drain plug on the engine.
3.
Remove the oil level gauge.
4.
Supply new engine oil through the oil filling
5.
port.
The engine oil quantity is 0.56 dm3 (0.56 L).
Position the machine so that the engine is
6.
level, and then check the engine oil level
without tightening the oil level gauge in the
oil filling port.
Remove any dirt, grass, debris, or oil stains
・
completely.
Supply oil and apply grease to appropriate
・
parts.
Long-Term Storage
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Is the roller bracket secured?
YES
NO
࣭Tightening to secure
࣭Replacement of securing screws
࣭Replacement of front roller bearing
࣭Replacement of front roller shaft
Have adjustments been made to obtain desired cutting height?
YES
YES
NO
Is there a proper balance between the bed knife (bottom
blade) and cutting height?
(
See "Cutting Height and Thickness of Bed Knife (Bottom Blade)".)
Adjustment of cutting height
Do the greens have large undulations?
YES
࣭Change of cutting height
࣭
Replacement of bed knife (bottom blade)
NO
NO
YES
Are the greens matted?
NO
YES
࣭Increasing of cutting height
࣭
࣭
Replace the front roller with a smooth one
࣭Increasing of cutting height
࣭
Replace the front roller with a smooth one
࣭
Rehabilitation of greens (vertical cutting, etc.)
࣭Application of topdressing sand
NO
YES
Are the greens sloped?
Change of cutting direction
Does the front roller rattle up and down?
NO
YES
Does the drum rattle up and down?
NO
YES
Are the clippings discharged frequently?
࣭Replacement of drum bearing
࣭Replacement of drum shaft
࣭Replacement of drum shaft bearing
࣭
࣭
Replace the front roller with a smooth one
YES
Is the surface of the greens finished?
Surface finishing of greens (compaction rolling, etc.)
࣭Increasing of cutting height
NO
NO
If the groomer is installed: Remove the
groomer, replace the roller bracket with
the L-shaped bracket, and then bring
the front roller closer to the reel cutter
(cutting cylinder).
Since the load of clippings in the grass
catcher may sink the front roller,
discharge the clippings frequently.
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Is the cutting height on both sides adjusted to be the same?
Is the bed knife (bottom blade) chipped?
Does the front roller rattle up and down?
Adjustment of cutting height
YES
NO
NO
YES
࣭
Replacement of bed knife (bottom blade)
Does the drum rattle up and down?
NO
YES
࣭Replacement of front roller bearing
࣭Replacement of front roller shaft
NO
YES
Are the greens matted?
NO
YES
࣭
Replace the front roller with a smooth one
࣭
Rehabilitation of greens
(vertical cutting, etc.)
NO
YES
Do the greens have large undulations?
NO
YES
Are the greens sloped?
Change of cutting direction
YES
Are the left frame and right frame distorted?
Contact your sales representative or dealer.
If the groomer is installed: Remove the
groomer, replace the roller bracket with
the L-shaped bracket, and then bring the
front roller closer to the reel cutter
(cutting cylinder).
࣭Replacement of drum bearing
࣭Replacement of drum shaft
࣭Replacement of drum shaft bearing
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Troubleshooting Procedures of Aftercut
Appearance
Scalping
Page 5-24
Scalping_001
Angled Mismatch
Angled Mismatch_001
Troubleshooting Procedures of Aftercut Appearance
Overlap Marks
Do the cam bush and cutter pin rattle considerably?
Is the spring pressure for the adjustment nut too light?
NO
Adjustment of spring compression length
(See "Adjustment of Cutter Adjustment Spring".)
After loosening blade engagement, streaks still appear.
Has the bed knife (bottom blade) become curved?
NO
Is the sliding of the cam bush and frame extremely
rough?
YES
࣭Back lapping
࣭
Surface grinding of bed knife (bottom blade)
࣭
Replacement of bed knife (bottom blade)
NO
YES
Does the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) move sideways?
࣭
NO
YES
Is the reel bearing outer ring driven in at an angle?
Loosening of blade engagement
࣭Replacement of cam bush
࣭Replacement of cutter pin
࣭Replacement of cam bush
࣭Replacement of frame
࣭Correctly driving in the outer ring
࣭Replacement of reel bearing
NO
YES
Do the cam bush and frame rattle?
YES
Clean and lightly apply grease to make sliding smoother,
and then reassemble.
YES
NO
NO
NO
YES
NO
Is the reel bearing malfunctioning?
<Important>
࣭Replacement of reel bearing (Replace every year.)
YES
Checking proper tightening of bearing on reel
cutter (cutting cylinder)
(See "Attaching Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder)".)
Profusely apply grease to the reel bearing before installing
it. Replace the oil seal at the same time.
<Important>
For replacing the frames, contact your
sales representative or dealer.
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LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Maintenance
Troubleshooting Procedures of Aftercut Appearance
Overlap Marks_001
Page 5-25
Is the spring pressure for the adjustment
lever too light?
࣭Replacement of cam bush
࣭Replacement of cutter pin
Is the sliding of the cam bush
and frame extremely rough?
Clean and lightly apply grease
to make sliding smoother, and
then reassemble.
Are genuine parts used for the blades?
Is the blade face of the bed knife (bottom blade) too rough?
Has topdressing sand been applied?
࣭Stopping use of groomer
࣭Increasing groomer height
Work in sand
Adjustment of spring compression length (See "Adjustment of Cutter
Adjustment Spring".)
Is the blade contact uneven?
Do the cam bush and frame rattle?
Do the cam bush and cutter pin rattle considerably?
Is the reel bearing malfunctioning?
Is the blade engagement tight?
Replacement of blades with genuine parts
Loosening of blade engagement
Is the groomer being used?
After loosening blade engagement, blades still
do not cut.
Has topdressing sand recently
been applied to the greens?
Use lapping powder with a grit
size of #200 – #400.
Work in sand
Is there runout or bending in the
reel cutter (cutting cylinder) shaft?
Is the frame warped near the
mounting location of the reel
bearing?
࣭
Correctly driving in the outer ring
࣭
Replacement of reel bearing
<Important>
Profusely apply grease to the reel bearing before installing
it. Replace the oil seal at the same time.
࣭Replacement of reel bearing (Replace every year.)
࣭Cylindrical grinding of reel
cutter (cutting cylinder)
࣭Replacement of reel cutter
(cutting cylinder)
Is the reel bearing outer ring
driven in at an angle?
YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
YES
YES
NO
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
Is the grit size of the lapping
powder #200 – #400?
<Important>
For replacing the frames, contact your
sales representative or dealer.
࣭Replacement of cam bush
࣭Replacement of frame
NO
NO
NO
<Important>
For replacing the frames, contact
your sales representative or dealer.
࣭Replacement of frame
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Maintenance
Blade does not cut
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Blade does not cut_001
Troubleshooting Procedures of Aftercut Appearance
Uneven Blade Engagement
Important
Important
The unevenness is a difference of tightening
torque between the left and right cutter
adjustment nuts, or blade engagement on only
one side, which cannot be adjusted.
Promptly resolve the issue in order to maintain
the optimum performance of the machine.
Cause of unevennessMeasure to resolve
Cylindrical grinding of
Asymmetrical wear of
reel cutter (cutting
cylinder)
Asymmetrical wear of
bed knife (bottom blade)
Distortion of frames
reel cutter (cutting
cylinder)
Replacement of reel
cutter (cutting cylinder)
Surface grinding of bed
knife (bottom blade)
Replacement of bed
knife (bottom blade)
Rearrange frames in
parallel
LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC
Maintenance
Maintenance
Depending on the extent of the symptoms,
they may not be resolved.
Performing temporary measures may cause
the symptoms to progress, resulting in cutting
issues.
Temporary measures:
Adjustment with cam bushes
・
"Adjusting CAM" (Page 5-8)
Adjustment of spring pressure
・
"Adjustment of Cutter Adjustment Spring"
(Page 5-8)