Textron Ransomes Parkway 2250 Plus Safety And Operation Manual

3

YEARS OF MOWING

EXCELLENCE

© 2002, Ransomes Jacobsen Limited. All Rights Reserved

1 CONTENTS

CONTENTS P AGE

1 CONTENTS ................................................................................................................ 1

2 INTRODUCTION

2.1 IMPORT ANT ..............................................................................................................2

2.2 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION....................................................................................... 2

3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

3.1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................... 3

3.2 SAFETY SIGNS .......................................................................................................... 3

3.3 STARTING THE ENGINE ............................................................................................. 3

3.4 DRIVING THE MACHINE ............................................................................................ 3

3.5 TRANSPORTING ........................................................................................................ 3

3.6 LEA VING THE DRIVING POSITION ............................................................................ 4

3.7 SLOPES..................................................................................................................... 4

3.8 BLOCKED CUTTING CYLINDERS .............................................................................. 4

3.9 ADJUSTMENTS, LUBRICA TION AND MAINTENANCE ............................................... 4

3.10 GUIDELINES FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SCRAP PRODUCTS ........................................7

4 SPECIFICA TIONS

4.1 ENGINE SPECIFICATION............................................................................................ 8

4.2 MACHINE SPECIFICA TION ........................................................................................ 8

4.3 DIMENSIONS .............................................................................................................8

4.4 VIBRA TION LEVEL .................................................................................................... 9

4.5 SLOPES..................................................................................................................... 9

4.6 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS ................................................................................. 9

4.7 CUTTING PERFORMANCE .........................................................................................9

4.8 CUTTING PERFORMANCE (AREA) ............................................................................ 9

4.9 CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES ................................................................................. 10

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5 DECALS

5.1 SAFETY DECALS ..................................................................................................... 12

5.2 INSTRUCTION DECALS ............................................................................................12

6 CONTROLS

6.1 STARTER SWITCH ...................................................................................................13

6.2 THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER .................................................................................. 13

6.3 STEERING WHEEL RAKE ADJUSTMENT .................................................................. 13

6.4 FOOTPEDAL ............................................................................................................. 13

6.5 SPEED LIMITER ........................................................................................................ 1 3

6.6 TRANSPORT LATCHES............................................................................................ 14

6.7 P ARKING BRAKE ...................................................................................................... 14

6.8 HYDRAULIC LIFT LEVERS .......................................................................................14

6.9 UNIT COUNTER BALANCE CONTROL ...................................................................... 14

6.10 CUTTING UNIT SWITCHES ....................................................................................... 15

6.11 V ARIABLE CYLINDER SPEED ...................................................................................15

6.12 BACKLAPPING LEVER............................................................................................. 15

6.13 INSTRUMENT P ANEL ............................................................................................... 16

6.14 DIFF LOCK CONTROL .............................................................................................. 17

7 OPERA TION

7.1 DAIL Y INSPECTION .................................................................................................. 18

7.2 OPERATOR PRESENCE AND SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM ................................... 19

7.3 OPERA TING PROCEDURE ......................................................................................... 20

7.4 STARTING THE ENGINE ............................................................................................ 21

7.5 DRIVING ................................................................................................................... 21

7.6 MOWING .................................................................................................................. 21

7.7 TO STOP THE ENGINE .............................................................................................. 21

7.8 PUSHING THE MACHINE WITH THE ENGINE STOPPED ............................................23

8 ADJUSTMENTS

8.1 HEIGHT OF CUT ....................................................................................................... 24

8.2 SEA T (GRAMMER GS85/90)..................................................................................... 25

8.3 SEA T (GRAMMER MSG 20) ..................................................................................... 26

9 MAINTENANCE

9.2 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART DIESEL POWERED MACHINES ............ 27

9.3 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART LPG POWERED MACHINES ................ 28

9.1 DAIL Y CHECKS ........................................................................................................ 29

10 GUARANTEE / SALES & SERVICE ............................................................................30

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2.1 IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT: This is a precision machine and the service obtained from it depends on the way it is

operated and maintained.
This SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL should be regarded as part of the machine. Suppliers of both

new and second-hand machines are advised to retain documentary evidence that this manual was provided
with the machine.

This machine is designed solely for use in customary grass cutting operations. Use in any other way is
considered as contrary to the intended use. Compliance with and strict adherence to the conditions of
operation, service and repair as specified by the manufacturer, also constitute essential elements of the
intended use.

Before attempting to operate this machine, ALL operators MUST read through this manual and make
themselves thoroughly conversant with Safety Instructions, controls, lubrication and maintenance.

Accident prevention regulations, all other generally recognized regulations on safety and occupational
medicine, and all road traffic regulations shall be observed at all times.

Any arbitrary modifications carried out on this machine may relieve the manufacturer of liability for any
resulting damage or injury.

2.12 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

A Machine Name
B Serial Number
C Year of Manufacture
D Machine Weight
E Engine Power

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This safety symbol indicates important safety
messages in this manual. When you see this
symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury, carefully
read the message that follows, and inform other
operators.

3.1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• Ensure that the instructions in this book
are read and fully understood.

• No person should be allowed to operate
this machine unless they are fully
acquainted with all the controls and the
safety procedures.

• Never allow children or people unfamiliar
with these instructions to usethis
machine. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the operator.

3.2 SAFETY SIGNS

• It is essential all safety labels are kept
legible, if they are missing or illegible they
must be replaced. If any part of the
machine is replaced and it originally
carried a safety label, a new label must be
affixed to the replacement part. New
safety labels are obtainable from
Ransomes dealers.

3.3 STARTING THE ENGINE

• Before starting the engine check that the
brakes are applied, drives are in neutral,
guards are in position and intact, and
bystanders are clear of the machine.

• Do not run the engine in a building without
adequate ventilation.

3.4 DRIVING THE MACHINE

• Before moving the machine, check to
ensure that all parts are in good working
order, paying particular attention to
brakes, tyres, steering and the security of
cutting blades.

• Replace faulty silencers, mow only in
daylight or good artificial light

• Always observe the Highway Code both on
and off the roads. Keep alert and aware at
all times. Watch out for traffic when
crossing or near roadways.

• Stop the blades rotating before crossing
surfaces other than grass.

• Remember that some people are deaf or
blind and that children and animals can
be unpredictable.

• Keep travelling speeds low enough for an
emergency stop to be effective and safe
at all times, in any conditions.

• Remove or avoid obstructions in the area
to be cut, thus reducing the possibility of
injury to yourself and/or bystanders.

• When reversing, take special care to
ensure that the area behind is clear of
obstructions and/or bystanders. DO
NOT carry passengers.

• Keep in mind that the operator or user is
responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their
property.

• When the machine is to be parked,
stored or left unattended, lower the
cutting means unless the transport locks
are being used.

• While mowing, always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not
operate the equipment when barefoot or
wearing open sandals.

• Check the grass catcher frequently for
wear or deterioration. After striking a
foreign object. Inspect. the lawnmower
for damage and make repairs before
restarting and operating the equipment.

• If the machine starts to vibrate
abnormally, check immediately.

3.5 TRANSPORTING

• Ensure that the cutting units are
securely fastened in the transport
position. Do not transport with cutting
mechanism rotating.

• Drive the machine with due consideration
of road and surface conditions, inclines
and local undulations.

• Sudden decelerating or braking can
cause the rear wheels to lift.

• Remember that the stability of the rear of
the machine is reduced as the fuel is
used.

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3.6 LEAVING THE DRIVING POSITION

• Park the machine on level ground.

• Before leaving the driving position, stop the
engine and make sure all moving parts are
stationary. Apply brakes and disengage all
drives. Remove the starter key.

3.7 SLOPES

TAKE EXTRA CARE WHEN WORKING ON
SLOPES

• Local undulations and sinkage will change
the general slope. Avoid ground conditions
which can cause the machine to slide.

• Keep machine speeds low on slopes and
during tight turns.

• Sudden decelerating or braking can cause
the rear wheels to lift. Remember there is
no such thing as a “safe” slope.

• Travel on grass slopes requires particular
care.

DO NOT USE ON SLOPES GREATER THAN 15°
IMPORTANT: When working on any slope set the

weight transfer, if fitted to its maximum (+) setting.

3.8 BLOCKED CUTTING CYLINDERS

• Stop the engine and make sure all moving

parts are stationary.

• Apply brakes and disengage all drives.

• Release blockages with care. Keep all parts

of the body away from the cutting edge.
Beware of energy in the drive which can
cause rotation when the blockage is released.

• Keep other people away from the cutting units

as rotation of one cylinder can cause the
others to rotate.

3.9 ADJUSTMENTS, LUBRICATION AND

MAINTENANCE
All vehicles

• Stop the engine and make sure all moving

parts are stationary.

• Apply brakes and disengage all drives.

• Read all the appropriate servicing instructions.

• Use only the replacement parts supplied by

the original manufacturer.

• When adjusting the cutting cylinders take

care not to get hands and feet trapped when
rotating cylinders.

• Make sure that other people are not touching

any cutting units, as rotation of one cylinder
can cause the others to rotate.

• To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,

silencer and battery compartments free of
grass, leaves or excessive grease.

• Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.

• When working underneath lifted parts or
machines, make sure adequate support Is
provided.

• Do not dismantle the machine without
releasing or restraining forces which can
cause parts to move suddenly.

• Do not alter engine speed above maximum
quoted in Engine Specification. Do not
change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine
at excessive speed may increase the hazard
of personal injury.

• When servicing batteries, DO NOT SMOKE,
and keep naked lights away.

• Do not place any metal objects across the
terminals.

Diesel & Petrol vehicles

• When refuelling, STOP THE ENGINE, DO
NOT SMOKE. Add fuel before starting the
engine, never add fuel while the engine is
running.

• Use a funnel when pouring fuel from a can into
the tank.

• Do not fill the fuel tank beyond the bottom of
the filler neck.

• Replace all fuel tank and container caps
securely.

• Store fuel in containers specifically designed
for this purpose.

• Refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while
refuelling.

• If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine but move the machine away from the
area of spillage and avoid creating any source
of ignition until fuel vapours have dissipated.

• Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.

• Never store the equipment with fuel in the
tank inside a building where fumes may reach
an open flame or spark.

• If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should
be done outdoors.

• Do not spill fuel onto hot components.

LPG vehicles

• Only trained & competent personnel in the

use of LPG as a road vehicle fuel are
allowed to work on LPG aspects of the
vehicles engine or fuel system.

• When refuelling, STOP THE ENGINE, DO

NOT SMOKE. Add fuel before starting the
engine, never add fuel while the engine is
running.

• Vehicles should not be parked within 3

meters of any heat source, open flame or
other sources of ignition.

• Vehicles should not be serviced over an

inspection pit

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• If for any reason a leak in the fuel system
is suspected, the vehicle should be moved
to an isolated area clear of buildings &
people and as far as possible from drains
and any source of ignition.

• The fuel filler bayonet on the vehicle should
be inspected regularly for any signs of
damage.

• The gas used to fill the vehicle must be
sourced from a reputable supplier.

• If a machine starts to vent gas when it is
running it should be moved to an area
away from any sources of ignition and
stopped. If it vents when static the
machine should not be started, all
potential sources of ignition should be
inhibited until the venting has stopped and
the local Ransomes Jacobsen dealer
should be contacted.

• Where practical LPG fuelled vehicles
should be parked in the open air, in a well
ventilated position. Where this is not
reasonably practical due to lack of space,
security ect. vehicles should be parked
inside suitably designed buildings or
garages. Please refer to HELA publication
LAC No. 52/6 rev

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DANGER - Indicates an imminently hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death
or serious injury.

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

CAUTION - Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor
or moderate injury and property damage. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

IMPORTANT: Transport speed is for highway
use only. Never select transport speed on grass
areas or uneven or unsurfaced roads or tracks.

The operating Instructions for the Cutting Units are
contained in a separate Publication .

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WARNING

California Proposition 65

Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents,

and certain vehicle components contain

or emit chemicals known to the state of

California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

Cutting Unit Transport Latches are a

Secondary Safety Devise.

When Transporting the machine the
Cutting units should be held in the
Transport position on the Hydraulics with
the Transport Latches Engaged.

1. Park the machine on level ground.

2. Whilst seated in the driving position
With the engine at operating speed
raise the cutting units fully by
operating lift levers, return the lever to
the neutral position.

WARNING

Batteries produce explosive gases and

contain corrosive acid and supply levels

of electrical current high enough to cause

burns.

WARNING

Battery posts, terminals and related

accessories contain lead and lead

compounds

WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING

WARNING

Hydraulic Fluid escaping under pressure

can penetrate skin and do serious

damage. Immediate medical assistance

must be sought.

WARNING

DO NOT move the lever into the

lower position.

3. Disengage drives, stop the engine and
make sure all moving parts are
stationary. Apply brakes and remove
the starter key.

4. Transport latches can now be engaged
or released.

Before releasing transport latches
it is important that all cutting units

are fully raised.

DO NOT USE ON SLOPES GREATER THAN 15°

WARNING

VENTING GAS CAN CAUSE FROST BITE

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3.10 GUIDELINES FOR THE DISPOSAL
OF SCRAP PRODUCTS

When it has been identified that a turf care
product has no further functional value and
requires disposal, the following actions should
be taken.

These guidelines should be used in
conjunction with applicable Health, Safety and
Environmental legislation and use of approved
local facilities for waste disposal and recycling.

• Position the machine in a suitable
location for any necessary lifting
equipment to be used.

• Use appropriate tools and Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) and take
guidance from the technical manuals
applicable to the machine.

• Remove and store appropriately:

1. Batteries

2. Fuel residue

3. Engine coolant

4. Oils

• Disassemble the structure of the
machine referring to the technical
manuals where appropriate. Special
attention should be made for dealing
with ‘stored energy’ within
pressurised elements of the machine
or tensioned springs.

• Other worn out items should be
separated into material groups for
recycling and disposal consistent with
available facilities. More common
separation types are as follows:

• Steel

• Non ferrous metals

• Aluminium

• Brass

• Copper

• Plastics

• Identifiable

• Recyclable

• Non recyclable

• Not identified

• Rubber

• Items that cannot be separated
economically into different material
groups should be added to the
‘General waste’ area.

• Do not incinerate waste.

Finally update machinery records to indicate
that the machine has been taken out of service
and scrapped.

• Any items that still have a useful
service life as second hand
components or can be re-serviced
should be separated and returned to
the relevant centre.

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4.1 ENGINE SPECIFICATION

TYPE: Kubota 28Kw @ 3000rpm, 4

cylinder (in-line) vertical Diesel
engine, 4-stroke, water cooled,

1498cc, with 12v electric start.
Model: V1505-BBS-EC-1
Maximum Speed: 3000 +/-50 RPM (No load)
Idle Speed: 1500 +100/ -0 RPM
Oil Sump Capacity:6.4 litres
Fuel: No. 2-D Diesel fuel (ASTM D975)
Coolant Capacity: 5 litres 50/50 Anti-freeze
Coolant Specification:

Ethylene glycol anti-freeze with

softened water.

4.1.2 LPG

TYPE: Ford 25Kw @ 3000rpm, 4

cylinder (in-line) vertical Petrol

engine, 4-stroke, water cooled,

1297cc, with 12v electric start.
Model: VSG 413
Maximum Speed: 3150 ± 50 RPM (No load)
Idle Speed: 850 ± 50 RPM
Oil Sump Capacity: 3.1 litres
Fuel: LPG (Propane)
Coolant Capacity: 5 litres 50/50 Anti-freeze
Coolant Specification:

4.2 MACHINE SPECIFICATION

Frame construction:
Transmission:

Cutting unit drive:

Speeds:
Cutting: 12 km/h
Transport: 25 km/h
Reverse: 6 km/h
Steering: Hydrostatic powered steering to

Ethylene glycol anti-freeze with

softened water.

Heavy duty formed steel chassis.

Hydrostatic power provided by a

servo-controlled transmission

pump. Driving 4 indivdual wheel

motors with a patented parallel/

series transmission system.

Selectable forward all wheel drive

lock and reverse front axle diff

lock facility.

Hydraulic, with forward, neutral,

reverse control valve. Electric

dash mounted switch for on/off

control, with floor mounted switch

for cyclinder engage.Hand control

valve for reel speed adjustment

rear wheels.

Tyres:
Front - 26 x 12 -12 Dico Multi-Trac
Rear - 20 x 10 - 8 Multi-Trac
Pressures: All tyres 1.0 kg/cm
Ground pressure: 1.0 kg/cm
Brakes, Service: Positive hydrostatic braking.
Parking: Fail safe, Oil immersed wet disc

brakes.
Fuel Tank
Capacity Diesel: 45 Litres
Capacity LPG: 72 Litres

Hydraulic Tank
Capacity: 35 Litres

Battery: Exide 093

4.3 DIMENSIONS

Width of cut: 2.14 metres
Transport width: 1.6 metres
Overall height: 1.58metres
Overall length: 2.68 metres
Overall weight of
machine:
Diesel 1360*Kg

LPG 1388*Kg
* With 6 knife fixed head magna units, full fuel tank,

and optional Lighting and Beacon kits
Wheel Track: 1.6 metres

Wheel Base:1.5 metres
Uncut Circle:0.75 metres Radius

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4.4 VIBRATION

The machine was tested for whole body and hand/arm
vibration levels. The operator was seated in the
normal operating postion with both hands on the
steering mechanism. The engine was running and the
cutting device was rotating with the machine
stationary.

Standard ISO 5349: 1986 Mechanical vibration.
Guidelines for the measurement and the
assessment of human exposure to hand-transmitted
vibration

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4.7 CUTTING PERFORMANCE

45 cuts per meter at 12 km/hr with 8 knife floating
head units.
62 cuts per meter at 12km/hr with 11 knife floating
head units.

23 cuts per meter at 12 km/hr with 4 knife fixed head
units.
34 cuts per meter at 12 km/hr with 6 knife fixed head
units.

4.8 CUTTING PERFORMANCE (AREA)

2.3 Hectares/hour at 12 km/hr with float head units.

2.3 Hectares/hour at 12 km/hr with fixed head units.
A 10% allowance is included for normal overlaps and

turning at the end of each cut.

4.5 SLOPES

DO NOT USE ON SLOPES GREATER THAN 15°

The slope 15° was calculated using static stability
measurements according to the requirements of
EN 836.

4.6 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS

Engine oil: Should be to MIL-L-2104C or to

A.P.I. Classification SE/SF/SG
grades. [10W-30]

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Hydraulic Oil: Shell Tellus 46 to ISO VG46, or

equivilant

Grease: Shell Darina R2, or equivilant

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