GOLDONI JOKER 8 DS, JOKER 10 DS, JOKER 12 S Operation And Maintenance
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Serie JOKER
06381198 Edition 02 (English)
Technology as a passion.
Registered offices and plant
GOLDONI S.p.A.
Address:
Via Canale, 3
41012 Migliarina di Carpi
Modena, Italy
Telephone: +39 0522 640 111
Fax: +39 0522 699 002
Internet:
www.goldoni.com
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MANUFACTURER
JOKER 8 DS
JOKER 10 DS
JOKER 12 S
MODELS AND VERSIONS
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MANUFACTURER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
MANUFACTURER
MODELS AND VERSIONS 62
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION 65
HOW TO READ THE MANUAL 66
Manual update
67
Copyright
67
Standard symbols
68
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION 69
Model identification table 69
Identification criteria
69
Decals 69
Punch marks on chassis
69
Metal plate
70
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 71
IDENTIFICATION OF THE COMPONENTS 71
Engine 71
A
FTER SALES 71
Warrant
y
71
A
ssistance 71
Spares 71
SAFETY
SAFETY REGULATIONS 72
SAFETY OPERATIONS 74
Trainin
g
74
Preparation 75
Operation 76
Maintenance and Storage 78
Putting back into service after storage 78
Parking Safel
y
78
A
void Tippin
g
79
Stay Clear of Rotatin
g
80
Checking Wheel Hardware 80
Wear Appropriate Clothin
g
80
Practice Safe Maintenance 81
Prevent Fires 82
Tire Safet
y
82
Handling Fuel Safel
y
83
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals 84
ECOLOGY 84
SAFETY DEVICES 85
SAFETY DECALS 85
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
INFORMATION ON THE MACHINE 86
Intended uses
86
Description 86
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 87
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS 88
Table of Machine Dimensions and
Weights 88
Engine 88
WHEELS 89
Tyres
89
Table of tyre inflation pressures
89
SPEEDS 90
Speed Chart 90
NOISE AND VIBRATIONS 91
Noise level information
91
Recommendations for the user
91
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS 92
Gear Sto
p
92
Handlebar controls
93
Engine controls
94
STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE 95
Before starting the engine
95
How to start the engine
95
Ignition switch
95
Engine stop switch
96
How to stop the engine
96
HOW TO START AND STOP THE
MACHINE 97
Handlebars
97
Safety frame
99
Hand throttle
99
How to start the machine
99
How to stop the machine
99
TRANSMISSION 100
Gearbox
100
Gearshift lever
100
Reverse shuttle lever
101
Differential lock 101
Wheel release 102
Track width adjustment
102
POWER TAKE-OFF 103
Rear power take-off (PTO
)
103
TOWING ATTACHMENTS 104
Tow hook
104
BALLAST 104
Ballast (optional
)
104
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Routine scheduled maintenance
108
ENGINE UNIT 110
Engine 110
Fuel tank
110
Dry air filter
111
A
ir filter in oil bath
112
TRANSMISSION UNIT 113
Gearbox housin
g
113
Gear Sto
p
114
Hand throttle
114
Wheel release 115
Differential lock 115
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 116
Batter
y
116
RECOMMENDED LUBRIFICANTS AND
FLUIDS 117
Original lubricants
117
Original protective fluids
117
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains a description of how the machine operates and instructions about how to correctly
use the machine and perform the main routine and supplementary servicing operations.
This manual is divided into chapters for practical consultation.
This manual must always be consigned together with the machine if this is transferred or sold. If the
manual is damaged or lost, order a new copy from the manufacturer or from the previous owner. This
manual is an integral part of the machine
The confidence you have shown in our company by choosing equipment carrying our trademark will be
amply repaid by the excellent service it will give you over the years.
Correct use and normal routine maintenance will generously rewarded in performance, output and
savings.
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Certain sections of this manual containing
information of particular importance in relation to
safety or operation, are highlighted in the
following way:
This manual is your operation and maintenance
guide.
You are advised to strictly comply with the
instructions herein and to consider the manual as
an integral part of the product: it must be kept
near the machine and consigned to all future
users.
The illustrations, descriptions and specifications
in this manual are not binding.
Our Company reserves the right to make any
modifications dictated by technical or
commercial requirements at any moment
considered necessary.
Consult the specific manuals for safe operation
and maintenance instructions about those parts
of the machine manufactured by third parties.
A
ll indications as to the “front”,“rear”,“right”and
“
left”parts of the machine refer to the operator on
the machine.
HOW TO READ THE MANUAL
DANGER
Failure to comply with the instructions
could lead to serious danger and
serious personal injuries or harm to
third parties.
WARNING
Failure to comply with the instructions
could cause personal injuries or harm
third parties.
IMPORTANT
The information is given with the
intention of preventing damage to the
machine or causing damage.
A
series of symbols have been make to make the
texts easier to understand. Their meanings are
described below:
Warning
Environment
Recycling
Legislation
Information
Instructions
Check
Clean with compressed
Adjustment
Lubrication
Greasing
Fluid changes
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The information, descriptions and illustrations in
this manual reflect the state-of-the-art at the time
the machine was marketed.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make any
modifications dictated by technical or
commercial requirements at any time.
Such modifications do not oblige the
manufacturer to modify the vehicles marketed up
to that time nor to consider this publication to be
inadequate.
A
ny integrations the manufacturer may provide
must be kept together with the manual and will be
considered an integral part of this latter.
Manual update
The copyrights of this manual belong to the
manufacturer of the machine. This manual
contains texts, drawings and illustrations of a
technical kind that can neither be wholly nor partly
disclosed or transmitted to third parties without
written authorization from the manufacturer of the
machine.
Copyright
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Standard symbols have been used to ensure the machine is used in the best way.
Standard symbols
Hydraulic circuit filter Driving beam
Oil
Dipped beam Transmission Field light
Differential lock Parking light Power take-off
Side lights. Power take-off rotation Hazard lights
Clutch Indicator light Parking brake
Turn indicator Four-wheel drive Trailer turn indicator
Guard lowered Horn. Forward direction
Battery charger Low speeds Safety belts
Work hours Normal speeds
Idle
Fuel level Fast speeds Clockwise rotation
Fuel filter
Idle
Counter-clockwise
rotation
Engine preheating Direction reverser
Air ventilation
Engine air filter Rotational accelerator Air heating
Engine oil pressure Linear accelerator Air conditioning
Engine oil filter Power lift Windscreen wiper
Engine coolant
temperature
Power lift - Up
Windscreen wiper and
window washer
Air valve
Power lift - Down Rear window wiper
Hydraulic circuit Power lift – Floating mode
Rear window wiper and
window washer
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The machine is identified in three different ways:
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
Model identification table
Model Type of machine.
JOKER 8 DS KR60
JOKER 10 DS KRA0
JOKER 12 S
KR90
KR90F
Identification criteria
With decals.
Punch marks on chassis.
With a metal plate.
The decals affixed to the bonnet indicate:
Decals
Series
Model
Punch marks on chassis
Manufacturer
’s code.
Type of machine.
Production series.
Identification number (serial number).
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The metal plate is placed on top of the tools box.
Metal plate
The metal plate gives the following information:
To find the CE certificate of conformity of the
machine you have purchased, find the "Machine
Type"
on the metal data plate and compare it
with the "Machine Type" value on the various
different certificates provided.
CE marking
Manufacturer
’s code.
Commercial denomination
Type of machine.
Production series.
Identification number (serial number).
Weight with std wheels and tiller
Power rating in kW according to SAE J 1349
Honda GX 340
Power rating in kW according to 80/1296/EC
-
ISO 1585
Lombardini 15LD 315
Lombardini 15LD
400
Year of production
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Declaration of conformity are at the end o
f
the manual.
The machine consists of a series of main
components which are each identified by a metal
data plate and/or by punch marks.
Metal data plate and punched code number.
See engine’
s operation and maintenance
manual.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
IDENTIFICATION OF THE
COMPONENTS
Engine
Engine:
conditions and terms established by the
manufacturer
Tractor:
within the terms laid down by our
Certificate of Warranty.
Contact the AUTHORIZED sales network
The Assistance Service provides specialized
personnel able to work on our products. It is the
only Service authorized to work on products
covered by the warranty.
Use of Genuine Spare Parts and compliance with
the scheduled servicing operations according to
the prescribed frequency will preserve the
qualities of the machine over time and will entitle
you to the WARRANTY that covers the product
throughout the established period.
To order spares: Contact our Spares
A
ssistance centres with the following information:
model,series and serial number of the
machine
, punched on the data plate.
AFTER SALES
Warranty
Assistance
Spares
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SAFETY
WARNING
Correct use of the machine, strict compliance with the regulations described in this
publication and with all the precautions able to avoid dangerous situations will prevent
accidents or injuries, allow the machine to operate better and for much longer and will
reduce the risk of faults to the minimum.
WARNING
GOLDONI S.p.A. declines all objective and subjective liability for failure to apply and
comply with the rules of conduct described in this manual
SAFETY REGULATIONS
DANGER
There is no substitute for prudence to
make your work safer and to prevent
accidents.
The following recommendations are
important for all users of our machines:
IMPORTANT
Failure to follow the regulations
relieves our firm from all liability.
DANGER
Do not go downhill with the clutch
disengaged or the gear shift in neutral.
Use the engine to brake the machine.
DANGER
Check to make sure that all revolving
parts on the machines (PTO, cardan
couplings, pulleys etc.) are fully
guarded.
DANGER
Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry,
neck chains or bracelets and take care
if your hair is very long as it could
become caught up in parts of the
machine and implements.
DANGER
Do not leave the engine running in an
closed room: the exhaust fumes are
poisonous.
DANGER
Do not leave the machine with engine
running near flammable substances.
DANGER
A
fter any maintenance work, grease
and remove the grease from the engine
to prevent the risk of a fire.
DANGER
The machine must only be used by one
operator.
Never use the machine to transport
persons, animals or things.
WARNING
Do not tamper with the machine or the
implements in any way.
WARNING
Before starting the engine make sure
that the gear shift and the PTO are in
neutral.
WARNING
Engage the clutch gradually to prevent
the machine from suddenly moving off
or pitching up at the front.
WARNING
A
lways stop the engine before
proceeding with any maintenance,
repairs or other operations on the
machine or implements and if present
the electrical start, remove the ignition
key.
WARNING
A
lways park the tractor so that its
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stability is guaranteed by engaging a
gear (1st gear uphill and reverse
downhill). Use a chock for greater
safety.
WARNING
Before driving the machine, check to
be sure that there are no bystanders or
animals within its range of action.
WARNING
Do not leave the machine unattended
with the engine running and if present
the electrical start, the ignition key on
the dashboard
WARNING
Whenever the PTO is in use, the drive
shaft must be covered by the special
guard.
WARNING
The operator must check to make sure
that all parts of the tractor, especially
the safety devices, are in a good
working condition and that they always
comform to the purpose for which they
were designed. They should be kept in
a perfectly efficient condition. If you
note any defects or faults, fix or repair
them in good time. If necessary contact
your nearest Assistance Centre.
IMPORTANT
Follow the traffic code when driving on
the roads.
IMPORTANT
Check the nuts and bolts of the wheels
and safety frame from time to time,
always with the engine shut off.
IMPORTANT
Do not use the differential lock near or
in bends and avoid using it in fast
gears or with engine running at a high
rate.
DANGER
Do not drink fuels / lubricants / fluids. I
f
these substances accidentally splash
into the eyes, thoroughly rinse the
affected part with plenty of water.
WARNING
Lengthy or repeated contact of the skin
with fuels / lubricants / fluids should be
avoided as skin disorders or other
damage could ensue.
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● Read the instructions carefully.
Become familiar with the controls and
how to correctly use the machine.
● The machine must only be used by
authorized and properly trained
persons. Besides having read the
instructions in this manual, the
operator must have received sufficient
training on how to use the machine
correctly. The operator should consult
the manufacturer if he has any doubts
about how to use the machine or if he
fails to understand any of the
instructions in this manual.
● The machine is only suitable for use in
the agricultural / forestal sectors.
Use differing from that specified is
considered improper.
● Never ever allow children or persons
who are unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the machine. Local
regulations can restrict the age of the
operator.
●
Do not use the machine if you are tired,
unwell or under the influence o
f
medicines, alcohol or drugs.
● Remember that the operator or the user
is responsible for any accidents or
risks to which third parties or their
property may be subjected.
●
The manual must always be ready to
hand, so that it can be consulted when
necessary. Ask the manufacturer for a
replacement if the manual is lost or
damaged.
The main reasons for loss of control are:
● insufficient wheel grip;
● driving too fast;
SAFETY OPERATIONS
Training
● the type of machine is unsuitable for its
task;
● lack of awareness of the effect of the
ground conditions, especially slopes.
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● Check the machine with care before
starting up each time
● The decals affixed to the machine
provide important information: it is in
the interests of your safety to comply
with these indications.
● Make sure that the safety decals are in
a good condition. If the decals are
damaged or illegible, they must be
replaced with other originals obtained
from the manufacturer and affixed in
the positions indicated in the operation
and maintenance manual.
● Arbitrary modifications to this machine
will relieve the manufacturer from all
liability for resulting damage or injuries
to the operators, to third parties and to
things.
● The manufacturer cannot make
provisions for every rreasonably
foreseeable improper use able to lead
to a potential danger.
● Always wear substantial footwear and
long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing
open sandals.
●
Thoroughly inspect the area where the
equipment is to be used.
● WARNING
-
Fuel is highly flammable.
● Store fuel in containers specifically
designed for this purpose.
● Refuel outdoors only and do not
smoke while refueling.
To avoid the risk of the machine
catching fire, periodically check the fuel
pipe and replace it if it appears to be
damaged to an extent that could impair
its tightness.
●
Refuel before starting the engine.
Never remove the plug of the fuel tank
or add fuel while the engine is running
or hot.
● If fuel is spillt, do not attempt to start
Preparation
the engine but move the machine away
from the place of spillage and avoid
creating any source of ignition until fuel
vapors have dissipated.
● Securely tighten the plugs on the tank
and containers.
● Replace faulty silencers.
● Clean all foreign materials from the
machine (dirt, tools, objects in general)
that could impair the way it operates or
injure the operator.
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● Do not operate the engine in a confined
space where dangerous monoxide
fumes can collect.
● Operate only in daylight or in good
artificial light.
● Before attempting to start the engine,
disengage all the PTOs, shift the gear
and reverse shuttle to the neutral
position and DO NOT press the Gear
Stop lever.
● Take the greatest care when changing
direction or when pulling the machine
towards yourself.
● Before beginning to use the machine,
check to make sure that the safety
systems function correctly. Do not
begin work unless they function
correctly.
●
It is absolutely forbidden to remove or
tamper with the safety
devices. Modifications to the machine
could lead to safety problems. In such
cases, solely the user will be
responsible for any deriving accidents.
● Whenever the handlebars are adjusted
or turned, make sure that the safety
components fully perform their
functions.
● If you must cross a steep slope,
consult section: Danger of tipping
over.
Remember there is no such thing as a safe
slope. Driving up and down grassy slopes
requires particular care to avoid overturning:
● do not stop or start suddenly when
driving on slopes;
● engage the clutch slowly. Always keep
the gear engaged, especially when
traveling downhill;
● maintain a low speed on slopes and
Operation
around tight turns;
● stay alert for humps and hollows and
other hidden hazards;
● take the greatest care when working
across the face of a slope.
Use care when pulling loads or using heavy
equipment:
● limit loads to those you can safely
control;
● do not turn sharply;
● take care when reversing;
● use counterweights or wheel ballast to
increase the stability.
● Watch out for traffic when crossing or
driving alongside roads.
● Do not allow anyone near the machine
while it is operating.
● Never operate the machine with
defective guards or without the
protective safety devices in their
correct positions.
● Do not change the engine governor
settings or over
-
rev the
engine. Operating the engine at an
excessive speed can increase the
hazard of personal injury.
Before leaving the operator
’
s position:
● disengage the drive to any attachments
and lower them;
● change into neutral;
● turn off the engine.
Disengage the drive to the implements, stop
the engine, disconnect the spark plug wires
and if the electrical start is present, remove
the ignition key
● before clearing blockages;
● before checking, cleaning, or working
on the machine;
● after striking a foreign object. Inspect
the machine for damage and make
repairs before restarting and operating
the equipment;
● if the machine starts to vibrate
abnormally (check immediately).
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● Disengage the drive to the implements
when transporting or not in use.
Switch off the engine and disengage drive to
attachment:
● before refueling;
● before adjusting the implements.
● Reduce the speed of the engine before
stopping it. Shut off the fuel supply
once you have stopped working if the
engine is equipped with a shut
-
of
f
valve.
● Read, understand and follow all
instructions in the manual and on the
machine before starting.
● Inspect the machine before each
job. Only use original spare parts to
repair or replace damaged, very worn
or missing components. Make the
necessary adjustments before you
start work.
● Make sure that all drives are in neutral
before starting the engine.
●
Start the engine with care and keep
your feet well away from the tools.
●
Stop the machine if anyone enters the
area in which you are working.
● Never leave machine unattended when
it is running.
● Take care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may impair visibility.
● Only use the accessories and
implements recommended by the
manufacturer of the machine. Keep the
safety decals visible when accessories
or implements are fitted. Make sure that
you have fully read the Instruction
Manual of that accessory and/or of that
implement and comply with the relative
safety instructions.
● Do not use the machine if you are
under the influence of
medicines, alcohol or drugs.
● Walk, do not run with the machine.
● Do not wear headphones to listen to
music or the radio. Safe service and
operation requires your full attentionDo
not wear radio or music headphones.
Safe service and operation requires
your full attention.
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● Keep all nuts, bolts and screws
perfectly tightened so as to be sure that
the machinery operates in safe
conditions.
● Never store the equipment with fuel in
the tank inside a building where fumes
could reach an open flame or spark.
● Allow the engine to cool before storing
the machine in a closed place.
● To reduce the risk of fire, keep the
engine, silencer, battery compartment
and fuel storage area free of grass,
leaves, or excessive grease.
● For safety reasons, replace worn or
damaged parts.
● If the fuel tank has to be drained, this
should be done outdoors.
● When machine is to be parked, stored
or left unattended, lower the
attachment unless a positive
mechanical lock in used.
Maintenance and Storage
Comply with the following instructions
before using the machine for the first time or
after a long idle period:
● Make sure that the machine is not
damaged in any way.
● Check the mechanical components,
which must be in a good condition with
no signs of rust.
● Carefully grease all mobile parts.
● Make sure that there are no oil leaks.
● Check the engine oil level.
● Check the transmission oil level.
● Make sure that all the protections are in
their correct places.
● Stop the machine on level ground, not
on a slope. Fit a chock under the
wheels if necessary.
● Disengage PTO and stop the
attachments.
● Lower the implements to the ground.
● Turn off the engine and if the ectrical
start is present, remove the ignition
key.
● Wait until the engine and all moving
parts have stopped before you leave
the operator
’
s station.
● Close the fuel shut
-
off valve if the
machine is equipped with this
component.
Putting back into service after
storage
Parking Safely
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