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Owner's Operating Manual

Serial No. LM56GC：35001-・LM66GC：35001-LM66TC：35001-

"Required reading"Read this manual and the Owner's Manual for the engine before using the machine.

Original Instructions Ver.1.0

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 tothoroughly understand the contents for safe andcorrect operation.We hope you will use the machine safely, andtake advantage of its best performance.

LM56GC・LM66GC / LM66TC

Greeting

Read this manual carefully to ensure that you thoroughly understand how to properly operate and maintain thismachine, 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 orKyoeisha.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.

Caution

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 othercompanies.

Warning SymbolsThis manual uses the following warning symbols for handling precautions that are important for yoursafety.

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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 beforeoperating the machine.Failure to adequately follow these safety precautions may cause an accident.

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This symbol indicates that serious injury or death will occur if the warning is ignored.

Warning

This symbol indicates that serious injury or death may occur if the warning is ignored.

Caution

This symbol indicates that injury or damage to property may occur if the warning is ignored.

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This symbol indicates precautions on the mechanism of the machine.


Introduction

PurposeThis machine is intended for cutting turf grass atgolf courses.Do not use this machine in any way other thanits intended purpose, and do not modify themachine.Operating this machine for other purposes andmodifying it may be very dangerous and maycause damage to the machine.In addition, this machine is not authorized foroperation as a special motor vehicle. Do notoperate it on public roads.


Introduction

Safety .............................................................. Page 1-1

Safe Operating Practices ...............................Page 1-2

Disposal ..........................................................Page 2-1

Recycle and Waste Disposal ......................... Page 2-2

Product Overview .......................................... Page 3-1

Specifications .................................................Page 3-2Names of Each Section ................................. Page 3-5Safety Signs and Instruction Signs ................Page 3-7

Handling Instructions ....................................Page 4-1

Preparation for Use ........................................Page 4-2Inspection Before Use ................................... Page 4-3Tightening torques .........................................Page 4-8Adjustment Before Operating ...................... Page 4-10Procedure to Start / Stop Engine .................Page 4-16Operation of Each Section ...........................Page 4-19Travel of Machine ........................................ Page 4-26Cutting Work ................................................Page 4-26Transporting .................................................Page 4-28

Maintenance ................................................... -1

Maintenance Precautions .............................. Page 5-2Position of mower during maintenance ..........Page 5-2Maintenance Schedule .................................. Page 5-3Greasing ........................................................ Page 5-6Maintenance (Mower) ....................................Page 5-8Maintenance (Main Body) ............................Page 5-21Long-Term Storage ......................................Page 5-23Troubleshooting Procedures of AftercutAppearance ................................................. Page 5-24


Contents


Contents

Safe Operating Practices ...................... Page 1-2

Training ..................................................Page 1-2Preparation ............................................ Page 1-2Operation ...............................................Page 1-3Maintenance and storage ...................... Page 1-4

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Safety

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Failure to adequately follow these safetyprecautions may cause an accident resulting ininjury or death.

DangerDanger

This machine is designed to ensure safeoperation and has been tested and inspectedthoroughly before shipment from the factory.The machine is equipped with safety devicesto prevent accidents.However, whether the machine demonstratesits original performance level depends on themanner in which it is operated and handled,as well as the manner in which it is managedon a daily basis.Inappropriate use or management of themachine may result in injury or death.Observe the following safety instructions toensure safe operation.

Safe Operating PracticesTraining

Read this manual and other training materialcarefully.Be familiar with the controls, safety signs,and the proper use of the equipment.If the operator or mechanic can not readEnglish it is the owner's responsibility toexplain this manual to them.All operators and mechanics should seekand obtain professional and practicalinstruction.The owner is responsible for training theusers.Never allow people unfamiliar with theseinstructions to use or service the machine.Local regulations may restrict the age of theoperator.The owner/user can prevent and isresponsible for accidents or injuriesoccurring to themselves, other people, orproperty.Keep in mind that the owner, operator, andmechanic are responsible for accidents orhazards occurring to other people or theirproperty.You can find additional safety informationwhere needed throughout this manual.Determine the left and right sides of themachine from the normal operating position.

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PreparationEvaluate the terrain to determine whataccessories and attachments are needed toproperly and safety perform the job.Only use accessories and attachmentsapproved by the manufacturer.While operating, always wear substantialfootwear, long trousers, hard hat, safetyglasses, and ear protection. Long hair, looseclothing, or jewelry may get tangled inmoving parts.Do not operate the equipment when barefootor wearing open sandals.Inspect the area where the equipment is tobe used and remove all objects such asrocks, toys and wire which can be thrown bythe machine.Keep children out of the operating area andunder the watchful care of a responsibleadult other than the operator.Exercise care in the handling of fuel.

Warning

Warning-Fuel is highly flammable.Take the following precautions.

Store fuel in containers specificallydesigned for this purpose.Add fuel before starting the engine.Never remove the cap of the fuel tank oradd fuel while the engine is running orwhen the engine is hot.Refuel outdoors only and do not smokewhile refueling.If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start theengine but move the machine away fromthe area of spillage and avoid creating anysource of ignition until petrol vapours havedissipated.Replace all fuel tanks and container capssecurely.

Check that operator's presence controls,safety switches and shields are attached andfunctioning properly.Do not operate unless they are functioningproperly.If the brake operation is faulty or the parkingbrake lever has noticeable play, be sure toadjust or repair them before operating themachine.Replace faulty mufflers.

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Page 1-2 Safe Operating Practices

OperationDo not operate the engine in a confinedspace where dangerous carbon monoxidefumes can collect.Only operate in good light, keeping awayfrom holes and hidden hazards.Before attempting to start the engine,disengage all attachments, shift into neutral,and engage the parking brake.Start the engine or switch on the motorcarefully according to this manual and withfeet well away from the blade(s).Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass,where feasible.Always be sure of your footing on slopes.Walk, never run.Remember there is no such thing as a safeslope.Travel on grass slopes requires particularcare.To guard against overturning:

Do not mow excessively steep slopes.Do not stop or start suddenly when goingup or downhill.Engage clutch slowly, always keepmachine in gear, especially when travelingdownhill.Machine speeds should be kept low onslopes and during tight turns.

Never operate the machine with damagedguards, shields, or without safety protectivedevices in place.Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjustedand functioning properly.Do not change the engine governor settingsor overspeed the engine.Operating the engine at excessive speedmay increase the hazard of personal injury.Pay attention not to touch hot parts.Do the following before leaving theoperator's position.

Stop on level ground.Disengage the cutting unit and tractiondrive;Set the parking brake;Stop the engine.

Stop the engine in the following conditions.Before refueling.

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Before removing the grass catcher/catchers.Before making height adjustment unlessadjustment can be made from theoperator's position.Before cleaning blockages.Before checking, cleaning, or working themachine.Whenever you leave the machine.After striking a foreign object or if anabnormal vibration occurs.Inspect the machine for damage andmake repairs before restarting andoperating the equipment.

Keep hands and feet away from the cuttingunits and the rotating parts.Never pick up or carry a lawnmower whilethe engine is running.Look behind and down before backing up tobe sure of a clear path.Never operate while people, especiallychildren, or pets are nearby.Slow down and use caution when makingturns and crossing roads and sidewalks.Stop the blades rotating before crossingsurfaces other than grass.Disengage drive to attachments whentransporting or not in use.When using any attachments, never directdischarge of material toward bystanders norallow anyone near the machine while inoperation.Do not operate the machine under theinfluence of alcohol or drugs.Take care when loading or unloading themachine into a trailer or a truck.Load or unload the machine in a flat andsafe place.Before loading or unloading, set the parkingbrake on the truck or trailer, stop the engine,and chock the wheels.When transporting the machine on a truck ora trailer, set the parking brake, stop theengine, and fasten the machine to the truckwith a rope or other suitable restrainingdevice that has sufficient strength.When using a running board, select one withsufficient strength, length, and width and thatwill not cause the machine to slip.Close the fuel valve before transporting themachine.

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Page 1-3Safe Operating Practices

Use care when approaching blind corners,shrubs, trees, or other objects that mayobscure vision.Do not take your eyes off the road ahead. Donot operate the machine with no hands.Reduce the throttle setting during enginerun-out and, if the engine is provided with ashut-off valve, turn the fuel off at theconclusion of operation.Do not operate the machine when there isthe risk of lightning.

Maintenance and storageDisengage drives on level ground,disengage the cutting unit, set parking brake,stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire.Wait for all movement to stop beforeadjusting, cleaning or repairing.To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,silencer/muffler, compartment fuel storagearea, cutting unit and drives free of grass,leaves, or excessive grease. Clean up oil orfuel spillage.Allow the engine to cool before storing in anyenclosure.Only cover the machine with a sheet afterhot parts have sufficiently cooled down.Never store the equipment with fuel in thetank inside a building where fumes mayreach an open flame or spark.If the engine is provided with a shut-offvalve, shut off valve while storing ortransporting.Do not store fuel near flames.Never allow untrained personnel to servicemachine.Allow the engine/muffler to cool beforechecking/maintenance.Appropriately manage and correctly use thetools necessary for servicing or adjusting themachine.Use jack stands to support componentswhen required.Carefully release pressure from componentswith stored energy.Make sure that parts such as wires are nottouching each other and that their covershave not come off.

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Use care when checking the cylinders/reelsand bed knives.

Wear gloves and use caution whenservicing them.Be careful during adjustment of themachine to prevent entrapment of thefingers between moving blades and fixedparts of the machine.

Keep hands and feet away from movingparts.If possible, do not make adjustments with theengine running.Keep all parts in good working condition andall hardware tightened.Replace all worn or damaged decals.Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to besure the equipment is in safe workingcondition.Check the grass catcher frequently for wearor deterioration.If the fuel tank has to be drained, do thisoutdoors.

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Recycle and Waste Disposal ................ Page 2-2

About Recycle ........................................Page 2-2About the Waste disposal ......................Page 2-2

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Recycle and Waste DisposalAbout Recycle

Recycling battery etc. is recommended forenvironmental conservation and economicaluse of resources.It may be required by local laws.

About the Waste disposalMake sure that waste generated whenservicing or repairing the machine is disposedof in accordance with local regulations.(e.g. waste oil, antifreeze, rubber products, andwires etc.)


Disposal

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Specifications ........................................ Page 3-2

Specifications list ................................... Page 3-2Sound pressure level .............................Page 3-5Sound power level ................................. Page 3-5Vibration level ........................................ Page 3-5

Names of Each Section ......................... Page 3-5

Serial Number Plate ...............................Page 3-6Specification Decal ................................ Page 3-6Noise Emission Decal ............................Page 3-6Year of Manufacture Decal ....................Page 3-6

Safety Signs and Instruction Signs ..... Page 3-7

About Safety Signs and InstructionSigns ......................................................Page 3-7Positions of Safety Decals andInstruction Decals .................................. Page 3-7Explanation about Safety Decalsand Instruction Decals ........................... Page 3-8

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SpecificationsSpecifications listLM56GC

Model LM56GC

Dimensions

Totallength with grass catcher 55.51 in 141 cm

Totalwidth without travelling wheel 37.01 in 94 cm

Totalheight Steering handle 41.73 in 106 cm

Weight

Total weight (empty fuel tank) 224.87 lb 102 kg

Grass catcher *1 7.28 lb 3.3 kg

Groomer *1 7.94 lb 3.6 kg

Travelling wheel (for one machine) *1 15.21 lb 6.9 kgMinimum turning radius -

Engine

Model HONDA GX120Type Gasoline air-cooled engine (OHV) four-stroke single-cylinderTotal displacement 7.20 cu.in. 118 cm3 (0.118 L)Maximum output 2.6 kW (3.5 PS)/3,600 rpm

Fuel tank capacity Gasoline 0.53 U.S.gals Gasoline 2.0 dm3 (2.0 L)Fuel consumption 237.57 g/PS・h (rated output) 323 g/kW・h (rated output)Engine oil capacity 0.15 U.S.gals 0.56 dm3 (0.56 L)Operating width (Mowing width) 22 in 55.7 cm

Operating height (Mowing height)0.118 (0.177) - 1.142 in[0.118 (0.177) - 1.063 in] *2

3.0 (4.5) - 29.0 mm[3.0 (4.5) - 27.0 mm] *2

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DriveTraveling MechanicalMowing Mechanical

Speed (HST) -Speed (Mechanical) 2.98 mph (@3,000 rpm) 4.8 km/h (@3,000 rpm)

Efficiency0.53 acres/hour(2.98 mph x mowing width x 0.8)

2,139 m2/h(4.8 km/h x mowing width x0.8)

Maximum inclination for operation -Tire size 4.10/3.50-6Tire pneumatic pressure 17.40 psi 120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm2)Battery -

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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Page 3-2 Specifications

LM66GC

Model LM66GC

Dimensions




Weight





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Operating height (Mowing height)0.118（0.177） - 1.142 in[0.118（0.177） - 1.063 in] *2

3.0（4.5） - 29.0 mm[3.0（4.5） - 27.0 mm] *2

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LM66TC

Model LM66TC

Dimensions




Weight





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Operating height (Mowing height)0.177 (0.276) - 1.142 in[0.177 (0.276) - 1.063 in] *2

4.5 (7.0) - 29.0 mm[4.5 (7.0) - 27.0 mm] *2

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Page 3-4 Specifications

Sound pressure levelLM56

Sound pressure level

This machine was confirmed to have acontinuous A-weighted sound pressure levelof 87 dB by measuring identical machines inaccordance with the procedure specified inISO 5395-1:2013.

LM66

Sound pressure level

This machine was confirmed to have acontinuous A-weighted sound pressure levelof 87 dB by measuring identical machines inaccordance with the procedure specified inISO 5395-1:2013.

Sound power levelLM56

Sound power level

This machine was confirmed to have asound power level of 98 dB by measuringidentical machines in accordance with theprocedure specified in directive 2000/14/EC.

LM66

Sound power level

This machine was confirmed to have asound power level of 98 dB by measuringidentical machines in accordance with theprocedure specified in directive 2000/14/EC.

Vibration levelLM56

Hand-arm vibration

This machine was confirmed to transmit avibration level of 3.07 m/s2 to hands andarms by measuring identical machines inaccordance with the procedure specified inISO 5349-1:2001,ISO 5349-2:2001.

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This machine was confirmed to transmit avibration level of 2.70 m/s2 to hands andarms by measuring identical machines inaccordance with the procedure specified inISO 5349-1:2001,ISO 5349-2:2001.

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1 Handle

2 Throttle lever

3 Engine switch

4 Main clutch lever

5 Safety lock switch

6 Brake lever

7 Engine

8 Engine clutch cover

9 Reel cutter

10 Bed knife

11 Front roller

12 Groomer

13 Groomer clutch lever

14 Drum

15 Traveling/ Working selector lever

16 Grass catcher

17 Traveling tires

18 Stand

A Serial number plate

B Specification decal

C Noise emission decal

D Year of manufacture decal

Serial Number PlateThe serial number plate indicates the modeland serial number of the machine.

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Specification Decal(For Europe)The Specification decal indicates the CEmarking, model , and weight, etc.

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Noise Emission Decal(For Europe)The noise emission decal indicates the soundpower level determined by measuring identicalmachines in accordance with the procedurespecified in the EC directives.

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Year of Manufacture Decal(For Europe)The year of manufacture decal indicates theyear when this machine was manufactured.

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Safety Signs and Instruction SignsAbout Safety Signs and Instruction Signs

Warning

Safety decals and instruction decals areattached to this machine.Make sure that they are preserved in theirentirety. If they are damaged, become dirty, orpeel off, replace them with new ones.

Part numbers for decals that need to bereplaced are listed in the parts catalog.Order them from a Baroness dealer orKyoeisha.

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Explanation about Safety Decals and Instruction Decals

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K4205001590DECAL, CAUTION SAFETY INSTRUCTION

Use lead-free gasoline.　

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Read the Owner's Operating Manual.

　

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Flying objects - All persons other than the operatormust keep a safe distance from the machine.

　

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May cut your hand or leg - When the blades arerotating, keep away from the machine.

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May cut your hand or leg - Stop the cutter rotationand engine. Otherwise you may get injured.

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Warning

Check engine oil and gearbox levels before starting.

W A R N I N GCHECK ENGINE OIL AND

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Preparation for Use ............................... Page 4-2

Install the Handle ...................................Page 4-2Connection of Engine Switch Cord ........Page 4-2Installing the Stand ................................ Page 4-2Confirmation of the Operation ............... Page 4-3

Inspection Before Use ...........................Page 4-3

Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder) andBed Knife (Bottom Blade) ...................... Page 4-3Cover ..................................................... Page 4-3Air Cleaner .............................................Page 4-4Roller ..................................................... Page 4-5Drum ......................................................Page 4-5Tire .........................................................Page 4-5Brake ..................................................... Page 4-5Wire ....................................................... Page 4-5Engine ....................................................Page 4-5Engine Oil .............................................. Page 4-6Fuel ........................................................Page 4-7Oil Leakage ............................................Page 4-7

Tightening torques ................................ Page 4-8

Standard tightening torques .................. Page 4-8Principal tightening torques ................... Page 4-9

Adjustment Before Operating .............Page 4-10

Adjustment of Handle .......................... Page 4-10Adjustment of IGCA (IndependentGrass Catcher Arm) .............................Page 4-10Adjustment of Blade Engagement ....... Page 4-11Adjustment of Cutting Height ...............Page 4-12Adjustment of Groomer ........................Page 4-15

Procedure to Start / Stop Engine ....... Page 4-16

Start / Stop of Engine .......................... Page 4-16

Operation of Each Section ..................Page 4-19

Precautions for Operating theMachine ............................................... Page 4-19Cautions before Leaving theMachine ............................................... Page 4-19Description of Operation Decals ..........Page 4-19Light Switch ......................................... Page 4-21

Engine Switch ......................................Page 4-21Throttle Lever .......................................Page 4-22Brake Lever ......................................... Page 4-22Safety Lock Switch .............................. Page 4-22Main Clutch Lever ................................Page 4-23Traveling/Working Selector Lever ....... Page 4-23Air Adjusting Plate ............................... Page 4-23Engine Clutch Cover ............................Page 4-24Groomer Clutch Lever ......................... Page 4-24IGCA (Independent Grass CatcherArm) .....................................................Page 4-24

Travel of Machine ................................ Page 4-26

Traveling the Machine ......................... Page 4-26

Cutting Work ........................................ Page 4-26

Cutting Work ........................................Page 4-26Removing/Installing Traveling Tires .... Page 4-27Removing/Installing Grass Catcher ..... Page 4-28

Transporting .........................................Page 4-28

Transporting Procedure .......................Page 4-28

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Handling Instructions

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Preparation for UseInstall the Handle

Put the handle pin on the left frame into thehole at the left-side lower edge of the handle.While pressing the right-side lower edge ofthe handle inward, put the handle pin of theright frame into the hole.Secure the lower edges (slotted section ofthe handle adjusters) of the right and leftsides of the handle to the rear frame stayfrom the back with the bolts, conical springwashers, and washers.

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Connection of Engine Switch Cord

Warning

When the connection of the engine switchcord is incomplete, the engine will not stopeven if the engine switch is operated.Check that the cord is correctly connected.

When assembling the handle, check theconnection of the engine switch cord.There are two connections - plug and crimpterminal.

The plug is connected to the plug connectedto the engine.

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Installing the StandWith the inside projection side set to theright, temporarily secure the left side of thestand to the frame with the bolt, washer(inside), and nut (outside).Put the spring on the projection of the frameand the projection at the right edge of thestand.

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Tighten the bolt, washer, and nut at the leftside of the stand that were temporarilysecured.

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Confirmation of the OperationCheck that the brake operates completely.Check that the engine clutch operatescompletely.If necessary, make adjustment.

Inspection Before UseBe sure to perform an inspection before youstart using the machine so that you will be ableto take advantage of its optimum performancefor a long period of time.

Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder) and BedKnife (Bottom Blade)Inspection of Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder) andBed Knife (Bottom Blade)

The reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and bed knife(bottom blade) may become dull due tofrequent use, objects crushed during mowing,or damage caused during transportation.Inspect the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) andbed knife (bottom blade), and if necessary,adjust the blade engagement, perform backlapping, or resharpen or replace the reelcutter (cutting cylinder) and the bed knife(bottom blade).

Check to see whether or not the edge ofthe reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the bedknife (bottom blade) are too blunt to cut.

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CoverInspection of Covers

Caution

If you have removed the covers duringinspection, be sure to securely install them intheir original positions.If a cover remains removed, foreign objectsmay fly off, possibly resulting in injuries.

Make sure that there is no wear ordeterioration of the reel cover and all othercovers.Make sure that there is no damage to thereel cover and all other covers.Make sure that there is no interference withmoving parts due to deformation of the reelcover and all other covers.Make sure that the reel cover and all othercovers are installed in their appropriatepositions.

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Page 4-3Inspection Before Use

Air CleanerInspection of Air Cleaner

For details on handling the engine, pleaserefer to the Engine's Owner's Manual.The air cleaner is a component that removesdirt from the intake air to prevent wear of thecylinder liners and piston rings so that theengine will always operate smoothly.A contaminated air cleaner element maycause malfunction of the engine.

Make sure that there is no damage to theair cleaner.Make sure that the air cleaner element isnot contaminated.

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For details on handling the engine, pleaserefer to the Engine's Owner's Manual.A contaminated air cleaner elements maycause malfunction of the engine.To maximize the life of the engine, clean theair cleaner properly.

Remove the wing screw, and then removethe cover.Remove the screw, and then remove the aircleaner elements.Remove the urethane element from thepaper element.

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Clean the urethane element with whitekerosene and then soak it in the engine oiland wring out.Remove dirt and dust from the paperelement with blowing air or patting.Assemble the paper and urethaneelements.Attach the air cleaner elements with thescrew.Set the cover, and then secure it firmly withthe wing screw.

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1 Wing screw

2 Cover

3 Screw

4 Air cleaner element

5 Urethane element

6 Paper element

7 Gasket

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Page 4-4 Inspection Before Use

RollerInspection of Rollers

Bearing wear due to frequent use or bearingdamage caused by water infiltration mayprevent the roller from rotating smoothly.Inspect the roller and, if necessary, replaceparts such as oil seals and bearings.

Make sure that there is no abrasion noradhesion of the roller.Make sure that there is no wear of the rollershaft.Make sure that there is no wear nordamage of the oil seal.Make sure that there is no wear nor rust ofthe bearing.Make sure that there is no play in the rollershaft.

DrumInspection of Drum

Make sure that the drum is not cracked ordamaged.Make sure that there is no abrasion oradhesion of the drum.Make sure that there is no play in the fit ofthe drum and the bearing.

TireInspection of Tires

Check the pneumatic pressure of the tires.Make sure that there are no cracks,damage or abnormal wear.　 Tire size Pneumatic pressure

Tire fortraveling 4.10/3.50-6

120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm2)

BrakeInspection of Brake

DangerDanger

Make sure that the brake wire is not crackedor damaged.If the wire is cracked or damaged, replace itwith a new one immediately.

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Caution

Park the machine on a flat place.Do not park the machine on a slope.

Pull up the brake lever and make sure thatthe brake can operate completely.Pull the brake lever up to the top and makesure that it can lock the brake lever.Make sure that the brake is not appliedeven slightly after releasing the brake lever.

WireInspection of Wire

Make sure that the wire is not cracked ordamaged.If the wire is cracked or damaged, replace itwith a new one immediately.

EngineInspection of Engine-Associated Parts

For details on handling the engine, pleaserefer to the Engine's Owner's Manual.

Check the fuel system parts for loosened orcracked joints and leakage. Replace theparts if necessary.Blow compressed air to clean any grass orflammable materials that may be attachedon or around the muffler.

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Engine OilInspection of Engine Oil


Important

Screw the oil level gauge firmly.

Stop the engine, wait for 10 to 20 minutesfor the engine to cool down, and then checkthe oil level.Position the machine so that the engine willbe level, then check the engine oil levelwithout screwing the oil level gauge into theoil filling port.

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Inspection of Engine Oil_001

1 Oil level gauge (Oil filling port)

2 Drain plug

The appropriate engine oil level should bebetween the upper and lower limit lines onthe gauge.

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Inspection of Engine Oil_002

1 Oil level gauge

2 Upper limit

3 Lower limit


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Supply of Engine Oil


Important

Do not supply too much engine oil. Otherwise,the engine may be damaged.

Important

Do not mix different types of engine oil.

Important

Be sure to use engine oil that is classified asAPI Service Grade SE or higher, with an SAEViscosity that is appropriate for the operatingenvironment (ambient temperature).

Important


Remove the oil level gauge.Through the oil filling port, supply newengine oil until the engine oil reaches alevel in the upper limit lines on the oil levelgauge.Position the machine so that the engine willbe level, then check the engine oil levelwithout screwing the oil level gauge into theoil filling port.Screw the oil level gauge firmly.

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1 Oil level gauge (Oil filling port)

2 Drain plug

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Page 4-6 Inspection Before Use

FuelInspection of Fuel Quantity

Level the machine and then remove the tankcap to inspect fuel quantity from the fill port.

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Inspection of Fuel Quantity_001

1 Tank cap

2 Fuel tank

Fuel Supply

DangerDanger

Do not supply fuel above FULL level of thefuel gauge.If you supply too much fuel, it might overflowfrom the fuel cap when you travel or work on aslope.

Warning

Keep fire away while refueling.Do not smoke while refueling.

Warning

Supply fuel after the engine is stopped andhas well cooled down.

Caution

Pay attention not to touch hot parts.

Inspect the fuel quantity and put fuel(gasoline) if insufficient.The fuel tank capacity is approximately 2.0dm3 (2.0 L).

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1 Fuel strainer

2 Filling opening

3 Maximum limit of fueling

A 2.5 cm (0.98 in)

Oil LeakageInspection of Oil Leakage

After approximately 50 hours of operation,some joints may be loosened and oil andgrease may leak.Be sure to retighten the parts.Check the bottom of the machine for oil andgrease leakage.

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Tightening torquesStandard tightening torquesBolts and Nuts

Important

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 theuse.

As to the bolts and nuts without any special instruction, tighten them in appropriate tightening torquewith 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 orbase 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 thefriction, 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.

Nominaldiameter

General bolt

Strength classification 4.8

M 4 T4.8

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N-m kgf-cm lb-in

M5 3 - 5 30.59 - 50.99 26.55 - 44.26

M6 7 - 9 71.38 - 91.77 61.96 - 79.66

M8 14 - 19 142.76 - 193.74 123.91 - 168.17

M10 29 - 38 295.71 - 387.49 256.68 - 336.34

M12 52 - 67 530.24 - 683.20 460.25 - 593.02

M14 70 - 94 713.79 - 958.52 619.57 - 831.99

M16 88 - 112 897.34 - 1142.06 778.89 - 991.31

M18 116 - 144 1,182.85 - 1,468.37 1,026.72 - 1,274.54

M20 147 - 183 1,498.96 - 1,866.05 1,301.10 - 1,619.73

M22 295 3,008.12 2,611.05

M24 370 3,772.89 3,274.87

M27 550 5,608.35 4,868.05

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Page 4-8 Tightening torques

Nominaldiameter

Heat-treated bolt

Strength classification 8.8 Strength classification 10.9

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N-m kgf-cm lb-in N-m kgf-cm lb-in

M5 5 - 7 50.99 - 71.38 44.26 - 61.96 7 - 10 71.38 - 101.97 61.96 - 88.51

M6 8 - 11 81.58 - 112.17 70.81 - 97.36 14 - 18 142.76 - 183.55 123.91 - 159.32

M8 23 - 29 234.53 - 295.71 203.57 - 256.68 28 - 38 285.52 - 387.49 247.83 - 336.34

M10 45 - 57 458.87 - 581.23 398.30 - 504.51 58 - 76 591.43 - 774.97 513.36 - 672.68

M12 67 - 85 683.20 - 866.75 593.02 - 752.34 104 - 134 1,060.49 - 1,366.40 920.50 - 1186.03

M14 106 - 134 1,080.88 - 1,366.40 938.21 - 1,186.03 140 - 188 1,427.58 - 1,917.04 1,239.14 - 1,663.99

M16 152 - 188 1,549.94 - 1,917.04 1,345.35 - 1,663.99 210 - 260 2,141.37 - 2,651.22 1,858.71 - 2,301.26

M18 200 - 240 2,039.40 - 2,447.28 1,770.20 - 2,124.24 280 - 340 2,855.16 - 3,466.98 2,478.28 - 3,009.34

M20 245 - 295 2,498.27 - 3,008.12 2,168.50 - 2,611.05 370 - 450 3,772.89 - 4,588.65 3,274.87 - 3,982.95

M22 - - - 530 5,404.41 4,691.03

M24 - - - 670 6,831.99 5,930.17

M27 - - - 1,000 10,197.00 8,851.00

M30 - - - 1,340 14,628.78 11,860.34

Note:The same values are applied to "fine screw thread."

Principal tightening torquesTightening Torque by Model

LM18GC/LM56GC/LM66GC/LM66TCTighten 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 equivalentanaerobic sealant).

Location Code Part nameTightening torque Thread locking

adhesiveN-m kgf-cm lb-in

Bedknife K0071000222SCREW, HT FLAT HEADM6-12

7 - 9 71.38 - 91.77 61.96 - 79.66 -

Reel shaft K0185160002NUT, LEFT-HANDED P1.5M16-3

36 367.09 318.64 -

Reel shaft(Groomer model)

LM56G--1204Z0 GEAR, 20-TEETH 36 367.09 318.64 -

Front roller K6083000042 PIN, STEPPED M15-19 29 - 38 295.71 - 387.49 256.68 - 336.34 -

Drum wheel K001A080251BOLT, WITH HEX. HOLEM8-25

To keep the fitting from coming off -

Handle K0010100252 BOLT, HT M10-25 29 - 38 295.71 - 387.49 256.68 - 336.34 -

Groomer

K0160000602NUT, SPECIAL P1 M17WITH M4

5 - 10 50.99 - 101.97 44.26 - 88.51 -

K6083000143PIN, STEPPED FORFIXING (R) CASE

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Page 4-9Tightening torques

Adjustment Before OperatingAdjustment of Handle

The height of the handle can be adjustedaccording to the Operator's working position.Move the handle adjusters supporting thehandle up or down and fix them with the bolts.

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Adjustment of Handle_001

1 Bolt

2 Conical spring washer

3 Washer

A High

B Low

Adjustment of IGCA (Independent GrassCatcher Arm)

Note:Depending on the specifications, this functionmay not be available.

Important

When adjusting the height of handle, adjustIGCA.

Remove the traveling tires.Flip up the stand.Install the grass catcher.

Adjustment of the link rod:

Important

Adjust the handle pipe so that it can locate atthe center of the handle guide.

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Adjustment of IGCA (Independent Grass Catcher Arm)_001

1 Handle pipe

2 Handle guide

Important

Adjust the right and left link rods so that theywill be as long as each other.

Remove the snap pin and washer and thenremove the flat head pin.Loosen the nut A and turn the L-shapebracket to adjust the length of the link rod.When raising the handle, shorten the linkrod.When lowering the handle, lengthen the linkrod.Attach the flat head pin, washer and snappin to the forefront of slotted hole of the L-shape bracket.Make sure that the handle pipe locates at thecenter of the handle guide.Tighten the nut A.

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1 Link rod

2 Snap pin

3 Washer

4 Flat head pin

5 L-shape bracket

6 Nut A

7 Nut B

Repeat the same process for adjustment ofthe opposite link rod.

Adjustment of gap for the grass catcher:

Important

Adjust so that the grass catcher will notoverlap with the stay.

Important

Adjust so that the small gap between thegrass catcher and the stay will be even.

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1 Grass catcher

2 Stay

A Gap

Loosen the right and left locknuts.Remove the right and left clip pin.

Important

The shaft has a through-hole into which theclip pin will be inserted.To adjust length always turn the shaft 180degrees to keep holes aligned.

Turn the right and left shafts to adjust so thatthe gap between the grass catcher and thestay will be 1.0 mm (0.039 in).

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Tighten the right and left locknuts.

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1 Locknut

2 Clip pin

3 Shaft

Adjustment of Blade Engagement

Caution

When handling the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) or bed knife (bottom blade), weargloves to protect your hands.Pay attention not to let the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) catch your gloves. Otherwise, youmay injure your hand or fingers.

Stop the engine.Set the traveling/working selector lever to the"Travel OFF" position.

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B

C

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Adjustment of Blade Engagement_001

1 Traveling/Working selector lever

A Reel ON

B Travel ON

C Travel OFF

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Page 4-11Adjustment Before Operating

With the cutter adjustment nut, adjust theengagement between the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade) sothat newspaper (one sheet) will be cleanlycut by the edge of both blades when theblades in their entirety come slightly intocontact with each other.Insert a strip of newspaper into the spacebetween the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) andthe bed knife (bottom blade) at an angle of90 degrees. Then, rotate the reel cutter(cutting cylinder) counter-clockwise (whenyou face the mower unit from the left) tocheck the sharpness of the blades.Check the sharpness of the entire range (atthree or four points between the left and rightends) of the reel cutter (cutting cylinder).

If there is a gap between the blade edges:Loosen (rotate counter-clockwise) thecutter adjustment nut to apply morecontact pressure between the reel cutter(cutting cylinder) and the bed knife(bottom blade).If the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) is tootight to turn:Tighten (rotate clockwise) the cutteradjustment nut to reduce the contactpressure between the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade).If the blades still cannot cut well:Perform back lapping of the reel cutter(cutting cylinder).

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1 Cutter adjustment nut

2 Spring

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Adjustment of Cutting HeightAdjust the cutting height to fit your cutting work.

Important

This applies the set cutting height that differsfrom the actual cutting height.

Cutting Height and Blade Thickness of Bed Knife(Bottom Blade)

Important

The recommended minimum cutting heightsare based on those of common greens.These values are affected by the conditions ofthe greens and the machine specifications.If the green undulation is hard, set it a little bithigher in order not to damage the greensurface.

The recommended minimum cutting heightaccording to the blade thickness of the bedknife (bottom blade) is as indicated below.




Type Blade type

Thickness ofblade

(mm/inch)

Rough minimumcutting height

(mm/inch)Code Part name Remarks

LM56GC

Standardblade

1.5/0.059 3.0/0.118K2511000270 1.5 Bed knife 55G 　　

K2511000390 1.5 Bed knife 55G-47 Offset 5 mm 　

2.0/0.079 3.5/0.138K2511000280 2 Bed knife 55G 　　

K2511000350 2 Bed knife 55G-47 Offset 5 mm 　

2.5/0.098 4.0/0.157K2511000050 2.5 Bed knife 55G 　　


High-speed-steel-tippedblade

3.0/0.118 4.5/0.177 K2510000060 3 Bed knife 62.5-559 　Standardequipment

5.0/0.197 7.0/0.276 K2510000160 5 Bed knife 62.5-559 　　

LM66GC

Standardblade

1.5/0.059 3.0/0.118K2511000310 1.5 Bed knife 65G 　　


2.0/0.079 3.5/0.138K2511000300 2 Bed knife 65G 　　

K2511000360 2 Bed knife 65G-47 Offset 5 mm 　

2.5/0.098 4.0/0.157K2511000200 2.5 Bed knife 65G 　　



3.0/0.118 4.5/0.177 K2510000150 3 Bed knife 62.5-648.4 　Standardequipment

5.0/0.197 7.0/0.276 K2510000170 5 Bed knife 62.5-648.4 　　

LM66TC


3.0/0.118 4.5/0.177 K2510000150 3 Bed knife 62.5-648.4 　　

5.0/0.197 7.0/0.276 K2510000170 5 Bed knife 62.5-648.4 　Standardequipment

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1 Standard blade

2 High-speed-steel-tipped blade

A Thickness of blade

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Adjustment of Front Roller

You can adjust the cutting height by movingthe front roller up or down.The cutting height can be adjusted to themaximum of 14.0 mm on a greens mower orthe maximum of 29.0 mm on a tee mower.By using the optional bed knife (bottomblade), it is possible to cut to 3.0 mm on agreens mower or 4.5 mm on a tee mower.

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Adjustment of Front Roller_001

1 Front roller

2 Front groomer

3 Reel cutter (Cutting cylinder)

4 Drum

5 Bed knife (bottom blade)

A Cutting height

Set the slide caliper to the required cuttingheight, adjust the position of the bottom ofthe head of the small screw for cuttingheight in the cutting height gauge, and thensecurely lock it with a fly nut.Loosen the nut securing the roller adjuster.

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1 Roller adjuster

2 Nut

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Position the cutting height gauge againstthe front roller and drum at the edge on theleft and right sides of the mower unit.Move the front roller up or down with theroller adjuster to position the front roller sothat there is no gap between the bottom ofthe head of the small screw for cuttingheight in the cutting height gauge and theedge of the bed knife (bottom blade).

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1 Front roller

2 Roller bracket

3 Front groomer


5 Drum


7 Cutting height gauge

8 Small screw for cutting height

9 Small screw for groomer

A Cutting height

Follow the same steps to adjust the cuttingheight on the opposite side.Tighten the nuts that secure the left andright roller brackets to secure them firmly.Again, make sure that the cutting height isat the required position by positioning thecutting height gauge against the front rollerand drum at the edge on the left and rightsides of the mower unit.

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Adjustment of GroomerNote:Depending on the specifications, this functionmay not be available.

Important

If the front groomer is being used, adjust itaccording to the conditions of the greens.

Important

Set the grooming height more than 0.0 mmfrom the ground.Allowing the front groomer to go into theground may damage the groomer shaft.

Important

If the front groomer goes in too deep, theengine and drive components may becomeoverloaded, which may cause malfunction anddamage.

Important

When using the grooming brush, adjust it tothe same height as the cutting height.If the grooming brush is too low, it may quicklybecome damaged.

Set the slide caliper to the required cuttingheight, adjust the position of the bottom ofthe head of the small screw for groomer inthe cutting height gauge, and then securelylock it with a fly nut.

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4 Front roller

A Operating height

Loosen the nuts securing the left and rightgroomer adjustment screws.Loosen left and right special nut A.

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1 Groomer adjustment screw

2 Nut

3 Special nut A

4 Special nut B

5 Spring

6 Front groomer

Position the cutting height gauge against thefront roller and drum at the edge on the leftand right sides of the mower unit.

Important

Adjust so that the small screw for groomercontacts the dethatching blades.

Adjust special nut B up or down so that theleft and right sides are parallel.

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A Cutting height

B Groomer operating height

Follow the same steps to adjust the groomeroperating height on the opposite side.Firmly tighten the nuts that secure the leftand right groomer adjustment screws.Tighten left and right special nut A.Again, make sure that the groomer operatingheight is at the required position bypositioning the cutting height gauge againstthe front roller and drum at the edge on theleft and right sides of the mower unit.

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1 Groomer adjustment screw

2 Nut

3 Special nut A

4 Special nut B

5 Spring

6 Front groomer

Note:In the case that the front groomer is notused, you do not have to change the setgrooming height.Loosen the nuts fixing the right and leftgroomer adjustment screws, lift the groomerand tighten the right and left nuts to raise thefront groomer so that it cannot contact thelawn.

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Next time the groomer is used, loosen theright and left nuts, lower the groomer andtighten the nuts so that it can return to thegrooming height set previously.

Procedure to Start / Stop EngineStart / Stop of EngineProcedure to Start Engine

Warning

Before starting the engine, make sure thatthere are no other people or obstacles aroundthe machine.

Caution

Make sure that the engine clutch cover isinstalled in the prescribed position.

Make sure that the engine switch is in the"OFF" position.

B A

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Procedure to Start Engine_001

1 Engine switch

A ON

B OFF

Make sure that the brake is locked.

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Page 4-16 Procedure to Start / Stop Engine

1 Brake lever

A Lock

B Unlock

Don't grip the main clutch lever.

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1 Main clutch lever


A ON

B OFF

Set the fuel cock to the "Open" position.

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1 Fuel cock

A Close

B Open

Set the engine switch to the "ON" position.

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1 Engine switch

A ON

B OFF

Shift the throttle lever halfway from lowspeed to high speed position.

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1 Throttle lever

A High speed

B Low speed

Set the choke lever to the "Close" position.

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B

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1 Choke lever

A Close

B Open

Pull the recoil starter, and the engine willstart.

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Page 4-17Procedure to Start / Stop Engine

1 Recoil starter

Set the choke lever to the "Open" position.

A B

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1 Choke lever

A Close

B Open

Procedure to Stop Engine

Don't grip the main clutch lever.

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Procedure to Stop Engine_001

1 Main clutch lever


A ON

B OFF

Set the throttle lever to low speed position.

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1 Throttle lever

A High speed

B Low speed

Set the engine switch to the "OFF" position.

B A

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1 Engine switch

A ON

B OFF

Set the fuel cock to the "Close" position.

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Page 4-18 Procedure to Start / Stop Engine

Operation of Each SectionPrecautions for Operating the Machine

Caution

Under any circumstances drive the machine atsuch a speed that you can stop it immediatelyfor emergencies.

Cautions before Leaving the Machine

Caution

Park the machine on a flat place.Do not park the machine on a slope.

Caution

Check that the engine has stopped.

Caution

Make sure that the brake lever is locked.

Description of Operation Decals

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Description of Operation Decals_001

1 Decal, engine switch

2 Decal, accelerator

3 Decal, brake

4 Decal, clutch

5 Decal, groomer indication

6 Decal, light switch

7 Sticker, alignment 10300

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Page 4-19Operation of Each Section

1-Decal, engine switchThis indicates the location of the engine switch.

OFF ON

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K4203000700Decal, acceleratorThis indicates the positions for the high and lowengine speeds.HIGH: High speedLOW: Low speed

HIGH

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3K4209001200Decal, brakeIt illustrates the locking position for the parking brake.

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K4203001110Decal, clutchThis indicates operating positions (traveling/working)for the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and drum.

ON

ON

OFF

Reel

Travel

Travel

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5

K4203001120Decal, groomer indicationNote:Depending on the specifications, this function maynot be available.　

This indicates the positions for the groomer rotationdirection.

Normal

Stop

Reverse

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Page 4-20 Operation of Each Section

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K4203001610Decal, light switchNote:Depending on the specifications, this function maynot be available.　

It illustrates ON/OFF of the light.1. ON2. OFF

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K4209001230Sticker, alignment 10300 (set of 2)Note:Depending on the specifications, this function maynot be available.　

This indicates the reference line for cutting.If necessary, attach to the grass catcher. 8zq6pd-012

Light SwitchNote:Depending on the specifications, this functionmay not be available.The light switch is located in the handle panel.Flip up the switch to turn on the light, and downto turn off.

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B1

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Light Switch_001

1 Light switch

A ON

B OFF

Engine SwitchThe engine switch is located in the handle.To start the engine, set the engine switch tothe “ON” position, and to stop it, set to the“OFF” position.

B A

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1 Engine switch

A ON

B OFF

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Throttle LeverThe throttle lever is located in the handle andenables you to adjust the engine rpm.Move the throttle lever toward HIGH (highspeed) to increase the engine rpm, and towardLOW (low speed) to reduce the rpm.Note:The factory default engine rpm (maximum) isset to 3,400 rpm.Operate at about 3,000 rpm.

B1

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1 Throttle lever

A High speed

B Low speed

Brake Lever

Important

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 andthe travel of the machine is stopped.Pull the brake lever up to the top and the brakelever is locked with brake applied.Push down the brake lever to release thebrake.Note:Lock the brake lever to apply Parking Brake.

A

B

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1 Brake lever

A Lock

B Unlock

Safety Lock SwitchThe safety lock switch is located in the handle.

Important

While the main clutch is in the "OFF" position,the safety lock is activated.

Grip the main clutch lever while pushing thesafety lock switch to unlock the safety lock.

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Main Clutch Lever

Important

Avoid quick operation.Carefully and slowly operate the machine.

Important

The main clutch is not activated unless thesafety lock released.

The main clutch lever is located in the handle.Unlock the safety lock and then grip the mainclutch lever to traveling forward with rotatingthe reel cutter.Release the main clutch lever from the handsto stop the machine traveling and the reelcutter rotating.

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B OFF

Traveling/Working Selector Lever

Caution

This lever should be operated while the mainclutch lever is set to the disengaged position,and adjusted to the position suitable for yourwork.

The traveling/working selector lever is locatedon 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 themachine travels.

When the lever is set to the "Travel OFF"position, both the drum and reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) are not driven.

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B Travel ON

C Travel OFF

Air Adjusting Plate

Caution

The air adjusting plate should be operatedwhile the engine rotation is stopped, andadjusted to the position suitable for your work.

The air adjusting plate is attached on the reelcover.The dispersing angle of clippings can beadjusted by changing the position of the airadjusting plate.Adjust according to the lawn conditions.The air adjusting plate can be moved closer tothe reel cutter (cutting cylinder) when the lawncondition is “dry”.The air adjusting plate can be moved awayfrom the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) when thelawn condition is "wet".

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Engine Clutch CoverThe engine clutch cover is located on the leftside of the engine and covers the engineclutch.Open or close the engine clutch cover byremoving or installing the lock bolt.

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1 Engine clutch cover

2 Lock bolt

A Loosen

B Tighten

Groomer Clutch LeverNote:Depending on the specifications, this functionmay not be available.

Caution

This lever should be operated while the mainclutch lever is set to the disengaged position,and adjusted to the position suitable for yourwork.

The groomer clutch lever is located on theupper side of the right frame and has threepositions.When the lever is set to the "Normal " position,the groomer rotates in the same direction asthe reel cutter (cutting cylinder).When the lever is set to the "Reverse "position, the groomer rotates in the oppositedirection as the reel cutter (cutting cylinder).When the lever is set to the "Stop" position, thegroomer will not rotate.

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A Normal

B Reverse

C Stop

IGCA (Independent Grass Catcher Arm)Note:Depending on the specifications, this functionmay not be available.(IGCA can be installed onto the LM18GC/LM56GC.)IGCA is located above the mower.The IGCA is a mechanism that prevents themowing attitude of the mower from changing,even when there is an increase in the volumeof clippings entering the grass catcher.It eliminates as much as possible the transferof rough handle movements causing changesin the mower's attitude.Since the mower is stabilized while the lawn ismowed, even if the handle is treated roughly,the cutting height does not change from thestart of mowing the green to the end.Stable lawn mowing work can be performedregardless of the operator's skill level andmachine proficiency level, enabling all greensto be mowed at a uniform cutting height.

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Issue 1:The cutting height fluctuates due to the up-and-down movements of the mower causedby the weight of the grass catcher.

Solution:The mower and grass catcher operateindependently.Therefore, the mowing attitude of themower is not affected, even when thegrass catcher becomes heavier from theadded weight of grass, thatch, sand, etc.The operator can mow at a uniform cuttingheight from the start of mowing the greento the end.

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Issue 2:The cutting height is uneven due to the up-and-down movements of the mower causedby the operator's handle movements.

Solution:The grass catcher and handle are linked,eliminating as much as possible thetransfer of rough handle movementscausing changes in the mower's attitude.By adjusting the link rods, the handle canremain centered in the handle adjuster,and uniform mower contact pressure canbe achieved.

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Effect 1:Regardless of skill level, any operator canmow at a uniform cutting height, as long asthe handle can be adjusted within the rangeof the hole in the handle adjuster.This is effective when accelerating veryquickly or mowing undulations.

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Travel of MachineTraveling the Machine

Warning

Do not start to move or stop the machineabruptly.

Install traveling tires.Flip up the stand.Set the traveling/working selector lever to"Travel ON" position of.Start the engine.Release the brake.Release the safety lock and grip the mainclutch lever slowly.The machine can start traveling.

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Cutting WorkCutting Work

Warning

Do not start to move or stop the machineabruptly.

Caution

Do not operate on a steep slope.

Caution

Be sure to operate at an appropriate speed forthe mowing site.For mowing on an undulated surface, mowwith lowered cutting speed.

Caution

Be sure to attach the grass catcher.Discharge the clippings at the right time duringoperation.

Remove the traveling tires.Flip up the stand.Install the grass catcher.Move the air adjusting plate to the desiredposition.Move the groomer clutch lever to the desiredposition.Make the traveling/working selector lever tothe "Reel ON" position.Start the engine.Release the brake.Release the safety lock and grip the mainclutch lever slowly to start mowing.

Note:The factory default maximum engine rotationspeed is set to 3,400 rpm.Operate at about 3,000 rpm.

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Page 4-26 Travel of Machine

Removing/Installing Traveling Tires

Important

Mow with the traveling tires removed.

Use the traveling tires to move the machine byself-propelling.

Removal of traveling tires:Set the machine on its stand.

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2 Traveling tires

While sliding the lever of the wheelmounting plate and holding it in thereleased position, pull the traveling tiretoward you to remove it.

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Follow the same steps to remove thetraveling tire on the opposite side.

Installation of traveling tires:

Important

The drum shaft and traveling tire havedepressions and projections that fit together.Match the shapes during installation.

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Important

Make sure that the wheel mounting plate fitsinto the groove in the drum shaft.If they do not engage, the wheel may fall off.

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2 Wheel mounting plate

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For installing the traveling tires, reverse theremoving procedure.

Removing/Installing Grass Catcher

Caution

Stop the engine before removing / installingthe 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 grasscatcher to the roller brackets.

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1 Basket

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3 Roller bracket

TransportingTransporting Procedure

Caution

When loading and unloading the machine,wear non-slip shoes and travel slowly.

Important

When securing the machine with a rope, donot tie the rope to the engine.

Important

When securing the machine with a rope, becareful not to bend any wires.

Be extremely careful when loading themachine into a truck or a trailer.Before loading or unloading, stop the truck ortrailer on a level surface in a safe location,apply the parking brake, stop the engine, andthen chock the wheels.Before loading into a truck or a trailer fortransportation, apply the parking brake of themachine, stop its engine, and then secure themachine with rope or any other sufficientlystrong restraining device.When using a loading ramp, select one ofsufficient length, width and strength, and thatwill not allow the machine to slip off.



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Maintenance Precautions ..................... Page 5-2

Position of mower duringmaintenance ...........................................Page 5-2

Maintenance Schedule .......................... Page 5-3

Specified Values ....................................Page 5-5

Greasing ................................................. Page 5-6

About Greasing ......................................Page 5-6Greasing Points ..................................... Page 5-6

Maintenance (Mower) ............................ Page 5-8

Adjustment of Cutter AdjustmentSpring .................................................... Page 5-8Adjusting CAM .......................................Page 5-8Back Lapping of Reel Cutter(Cutting Cylinder) ...................................Page 5-9Sharpening of Reel Cutter (CuttingCylinder) .............................................. Page 5-11Replacement of Reel Cutter (CuttingCylinder) .............................................. Page 5-12Replacement of Bed Knife (BottomBlade) .................................................. Page 5-14Removing/Installing The Bed KnifeBase .....................................................Page 5-14Removing/Installing The Bed Knife ..... Page 5-19Removing/Installing The SmallCover (Left) ..........................................Page 5-20

Maintenance (Main Body) ................... Page 5-21

Adjustment of Brake ............................ Page 5-21Adjustment of Engine Clutch ............... Page 5-21Change of Air Cleaner ......................... Page 5-22Replacement of Engine Oil ..................Page 5-23

Long-Term Storage ..............................Page 5-23

Before Long-Term Storage ..................Page 5-23

Troubleshooting Procedures ofAftercut Appearance ........................... Page 5-24

Scalping ...............................................Page 5-24Angled Mismatch ................................. Page 5-24Overlap Marks ..................................... Page 5-25Blade does not cut ...............................Page 5-26

Uneven Blade Engagement .................Page 5-27

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Maintenance Precautions

Caution

First, learn well the maintenance operationsyou plan to perform.

Caution

Use tools appropriate for each maintenanceoperation.

Caution

For the safe and best performance of yourmachine, use Baroness genuine parts forreplacement and accessories.Please note that our product warranty may bevoid if you use non-genuine parts forreplacement or accessories.

Position of mower during maintenance

Important

If the mower handle is left leaned on theground for a long time during maintenanceengine oil may enter the engine combustionchamber and cause the engine to runimproperly.Be careful not to keep this position long andensure sufficient time for any oil to drain backby returning to upright position for ten minutesbefore starting.


Maintenance

Page 5-2 Maintenance Precautions

Maintenance ScheduleLM18GC/LM56GC/LM66GC/LM66TCFollow the maintenance schedule below.○・・・Inspect, adjust, supply, clean●・・・Replace (first time)△・・・Replace

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*2 Check tightening bolts and nuts ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

*2 Check fuel level ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

　 Check fuel and oil leaks ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

*2 Check engine oil level ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

*2 Check air cleaner 　 ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　

　

Clean engine andcircumference of the muffler

cover　 ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　

*2 Change engine oil 　　　 ● 　　 △ 　　　　　 20 hours first change*2 Check spark plug 　　　　　　 ○ 　　　　　　

*2 Clean spark arrester 　　　　　　 ○ 　　　　　　

*2 Clean sediment cup 　　　　　　 ○ 　　　　　　

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Clean fuel tank & filter 　　　　　　 ○ 　　　　　　

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Check idling speed 　　　　　　　 ○ 　 ○ 　　

Check every 300 hoursor every year whichever

comes earlier*1　

　

Check valve clearance 　　　　　　　 ○ 　 ○ 　　

Check every 300 hoursor every year whichever

comes earlier

*2 Replace air cleaner 　　　　　　　 △ 　 △ 　　

Paper filter element:Replace every 300hours or every year

whichever comes earlierFoam filter element:

Replace as necessary

*2 Replace spark plug 　　　　　　　 △ 　 △ 　　

Replace every 300hours or every year

whichever comes earlier*1　

　

Remove carbon in combustionchamber 　　　　　　　　 ○ 　　　　

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Check fuel hoses and clampbands 　　　　　　　　　　 ○ 　 Replace as necessary.

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　Check tire pressures and

condition ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　Refer to "Inspection of

Tires"　 Check damaged parts ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

　 Check tightening bolts and nuts ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

　Check main clutch lever

actuation ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

　 Check brake function ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　

Refer to "Inspection ofBrake""Adjustment of

Brake"　 Check work lamp illumination ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

　 Adjust handle position ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　Refer to "Adjustment of

Handle"　 Check safety lock of main clutch ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

　 Check cover condition ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

　 Clean machine exterior 　 ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　

　Grease and Lubricate all

moving parts 　　 ○ 　　 ○ 　　　　　　Refer to "Greasing

Points"

　 Adjust engine clutch spring 　　　　　　　　　　　 ○Refer to "Adjustment of

Engine Clutch"

　 Check brake wire 　　　　　　 ○ 　　　　　

Refer to "Inspection ofWire"

Replace as necessary.

　

Check electrical wiring condition(Damage, defacement and joint

looseness)　　　　　　　　　 ○ 　　　

　 Adjust engine clutch gap 　　　　　　　　　　　 ○Refer to "Adjustment of

Engine Clutch"

　 Check throttle wire 　　　　　　　　　　　 ○Refer to "Inspection of

Wire"

　 Check main clutch wire 　　　　　　　　　　　 ○Refer to "Inspection of

Wire"

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　Check blade condition (Reel

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Refer to "Inspection ofReel Cutter (Cutting

Cylinder) and Bed Knife(Bottom Blade)"

　 Check cover condition ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

　 Check roller condition ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

　 Check groomer condition ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

　 Engage blades ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　Refer to "Adjustment of

Blade Engagement"

　 Check mowing height ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　Refer to "Adjustment of

Cutting Height"


Maintenance

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　 Adjust groomer ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　Refer to "Adjustment of

Groomer"　 Check damaged parts ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

　 Check tightening bolts and nuts ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　　

　 Clean Cutting section 　 ○ 　　　　　　　　　　　

　 Grease 　　 ○ 　　 ○ 　　　　　　Refer to "Greasing

Points"

　Replace bearings inside

gearcase 　　　　　　　　　 △ 　　　

　 Replace front roller bearings 　　　　　　　　　 △ 　　　

　Replace oil seals inside

gearcase 　　　　　　　　　 △ 　　　

　 Replace front roller oil seals 　　　　　　　　　 △ 　　　

　 Replace grease inside gearcase 　　　　　　　　　 △ 　　　

　Clean and Grease Bedknife

Eccentric Bushes 　　　　　　　　　　　 ○ 　

　 Adjust cutter adjustment spring 　　　　　　　　　　　 ○

Refer to "Adjustment ofCutter Adjustment

Spring"

　 Backlap blades 　　　　　　　　　　　 ○

Refer to "Back Lappingof Reel Cutter (Cutting

Cylinder)"

　Regrind blades (Reel cutter and

Bed knife) 　　　　　　　　　　　 ○Regrind/Replace bladesas and when required

*1: Consult your local Baroness Dealer for this service.*2: Refer to the Engine's Owner's Manual.The values for consumables are not guaranteed.

Specified Values

Fuel tank capacity 2.0 dm3 (2.0 L) Gasoline

Engine oil capacity 0.56 dm3 (0.56 L)SAE30 (API Service Grade SE orhigher)

Engine plug - NGK BPR4ESTire pneumatic pressure 120 kPa (1.2 kgf/cm2) 4.10/3.50 - 6Cutter adjustment spring 50.0 mm (1.97 in) Length of coil springReel cutter shaft bearing preloadspring 11.5 mm (0.453 in) Total length of spring

Reel cutter rotation torque 0.8 - 1.0 N・m (8 - 10 kgf・cm) 　

Engine clutch 0.5 - 1.0 mm (0.020 - 0.039 in) Gap between engine clutch andclutch facing

Operation distance of clutch plate 1.0 - 2.0 mm (0.039 - 0.079 in) 　

Engine clutch spring 61.0 mm (2.40 in) Total length of spring

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GreasingAbout Greasing

Since there may be adhesion or damage dueto lack of grease on moving parts, they mustbe greased.Add urea-based No. 2 grease in accordancewith the Maintenance Schedule.Other locations where the specified grease orlubricant is used are indicated in "GreasingPoints".Add grease using the specified grease orlubricant.

Greasing PointsGrease nipples are installed in the followinglocations.

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Greasingperiod

1 Frame & Transmission 7 A B

2 Differential gear 1 A -

3 Reel bearing 2 - B

4 Drum housing 2 - B

5 Front roller 2 - B

6 Groomer 4 A B

Add grease to A every 10 hours and B every50 hours.

Frame & TransmissionThere are seven points in total on the leftand right.

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Reel bearing

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Drum housing

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Front rollerThere is one point each on the left and right.

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Maintenance (Mower)Adjustment of Cutter Adjustment Spring

Caution

Both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and thebed knife (bottom blade) are edged tools.Handle them carefully, since they could cutyour hands and feet.

Caution


If the diameter of the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) becomes smaller, adjust the cutteradjustment spring.

Adjust the blade engagement.Loosen the spring adjusting screw and thenut, and then adjust the length of the coilspring to 50.0 mm (1.97 in).

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Adjusting CAMTurn the cam bush on both sides of the bottomblade, and the blade can be raised andlowered respectively by maximum 0.1 mm(0.004 in).The above method is used when the edges ofthe reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the bedknife (bottom blade) are not in parallel.

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Note:The figure below shows the situation when yousee from the left frame.The right frame is mirror reversed.

When the gap at the left frame side betweenthe reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and the bedknife (bottom blade) appears.

Loosen the locknut and turn the left cambush clockwise to eliminate only the gapdistance.When you raise the bed knife (bottomblade) by 0.1 mm (0.004 in), turn the leftcam bush clockwise 30 degrees.Once the adjustment completed, tightenthe locknut securely.

When the gap at the right frame sidebetween the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) andthe bed knife (bottom blade) appears.

Loosen the locknut and turn the right cambush anticlockwise to eliminate only thegap distance.Once the adjustment completed, tightenthe locknut securely.

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C Lowering the bed knife.

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Back Lapping of Reel Cutter (CuttingCylinder)

Back lapping is work similar to sharpening acooking knife. If the edges of the reel cutter(cutting cylinder) and the bed knife (bottomblade) become blunt and make cutting difficult,both the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) and thebed knife (bottom blade) should besimultaneously sharpened by reversing the reelcutter (cutting cylinder) with an abrasive pasteapplied.However, back lapping is a temporary measureand would not restore the sharpnesscompletely.If the edges of the reel cutter (cutting cylinder)and the bed knife (bottom blade) become bluntand make cutting difficult, follow the stepsbelow to perform back lapping.

Caution


Caution

During back lapping, the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) rotates.Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.

Caution

Do not perform back lapping with any otherpersons.

Have the following items ready: Strips ofnewspaper, Abrasive [Back lapping powdermixed with oil; or gel compound (Baronessgenuine abrasive)], Brush.

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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 lappinghandle ready.

Caution

When handling the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) or bed knife (bottom blade), weargloves to protect your hands.However, pay attention not to let the reelcutter (cutting cylinder) catch your gloves, etc.Otherwise, you may injure your hand orfingers.

Important

Check the sharpness of the blade by checkingthe blade engagement after cutting grass.

Stop the engine.Set the traveling/working selector lever to the"Travel OFF" position.

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Insert one or two strips of newspaper into thespace between the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade) atan angle of 90 degrees. Then, rotate the reelcutter (cutting cylinder) counter-clockwise(when you face the mower unit from the left)to check the sharpness of the blades.

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Check the sharpness of the entire range(three or four points from the left edge to theright one) of the reel cutter (cutting cylinder).With a piece of chalk, etc., mark locations onthe blade that are sharp.With a roller receiver, jack stand, etc.,position the machine so that the bed knife(bottom blade) is level.

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Rotate the reel cutter (cutting cylinder)clockwise (reverse rotation) when you facethe mower unit from the left.

Turn on the lapping machine.Otherwise, rotate the lapping handle.

Important

The right side of the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) (when you face the mower unit fromthe front) is inclined to wear earlier than theleft side. Accordingly be sure to move thebrush from the left to the right to apply theabrasive.

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Apply the abrasive evenly with the brush onthe top side of reel cutter (cutting cylinder)where the newspaper was cut well or ofchalk-marked locations.(Never apply to blunt areas.)Rotate the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) for awhile and stop its rotation when the sound ofcontact is lost.

Turn off the lapping machine.Otherwise, stop rotating the lappinghandle.

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Remove the lapping machine or lappinghandle.Wash off or wipe off with a cloth, etc., theabrasive from the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder), and then check the sharpness.Repeat steps 5 to 14 until the entire range(three or four points between the left andright ends) of the reel cutter (cutting cylinder)is uniformly sharpened.Finally, apply abrasive to the entire bladewidth of the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) andperform final back lapping.

Important

When cleaning, do not allow water to comeinto contact with the engine or electricalcomponents.

Wash off the abrasive with a washer, etc.While checking the blade for sharpness,adjust blade engagement.

Sharpening of Reel Cutter (CuttingCylinder)

Caution


Caution

Wear gloves when touching edged tools toavoid cutting your hands.

The sharpening of the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) consists in maintaining its roundnessand creating a relief (second edge face).This work should be performed if thesharpness cannot be restored, even after backlapping, or if the relief (second edge face) hasworn away.Sharpen the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) whenthe sharpness cannot be restored, even afterback lapping, or when the relief (second edgeface) has worn away, there is full contact orback lapping takes too much time.In addition, if the reel cutter (cutting cylinder)becomes worn and its shape conical, performcylindrical grinding to return it to a cylindricalshape.

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For sharpening the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder), contact your dealer or Baroness.If the outer diameter of the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) after sharpening is more than theusage limit, the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) canbe sharpened.

New Usage limit

Dimension A(Outerdiameter ofreel cutter(cuttingcylinder))

Dimension B(Distancefrom bladeedge toouter edgeof reel cutter(cuttingcylinder)shaft)



128 mm 51.3 mm 118 mm 46.3 mm

Note:The outer diameter of the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) shaft is 25.4 mm.

BA

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1 Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) blade

2 Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) disc

3 Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) shaft

AOuter diameter of reel cutter (cuttingcylinder)

BDistance from blade edge to outeredge of reel cutter (cutting cylinder)shaft

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Sharpening is necessary when the reel cutter(cutting cylinder) reaches a condition describedbelow.

When the sharpening width (length ofcontacting surface of bed knife (bottomblade)) for the outer diameter of the reelcutter (cutting cylinder) is greater than theusage limit.

Outer diameter of reelcutter (cutting cylinder)(new part)

Usage limit ofsharpening width forouter diameter of reelcutter (cutting cylinder)

128 mm 2.5 mm (factory-recommended)

A

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ASharpening width for outer diameter ofreel cutter (cutting cylinder)

When the edges become blunt or the bladeedge cannot be formed with back lappingWhen the reel cutter (cutting cylinder)becomes worn and its shape conical, orwhen blade engagement adjustment cannotbe performed

Replacement of Reel Cutter (CuttingCylinder)

Caution


Caution


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The criteria for replacing the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) are described below.However, these criteria are only a referenceand do not guarantee performance like that ofa new reel cutter (cutting cylinder).

When the outer diameter of the reel cutter(cutting cylinder) is less than the usage limit

New Usage limit





128 mm 51.3 mm 118 mm 46.3 mm

Note:The outer diameter of the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) shaft is 25.4 mm.

BA

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2 Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) disc

3 Reel cutter (cutting cylinder) shaft

AOuter diameter of reel cutter (cuttingcylinder)

BDistance from blade edge to outeredge of reel cutter (cutting cylinder)shaft

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Installing The Reel Cutter (Cutting Cylinder)

Caution


Caution


Caution

Refer to the Tightening Torque table.Note that the Baroness product warranty maynot apply to defects caused by incorrect orovertorque tightening, etc.

Follow the steps below to replace thebearings and oil seals on the left and rightends of the reel cutter (cutting cylinder).

Important

Use 30204JRP6 as bearing.

Fill up the bearings and oil seals withgrease (Excelite EP No. 2).Install the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) ontothe frame.Tighten the nut until the length of the springreaches 11.5 mm (0.453 in), and then lockit.Note:Preloading with a constant force by springpressure is possible.Measure the rotating torque of the reelcutter (cutting cylinder) with a torquewrench.The specified value is 0.8 to 1.0 N·m (8 to10 kgf·cm).

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Specification without groomer:

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1 Washer

2 Left-hand nut

3 Torque wrench

A 11.5 mm (0.453 in)

Specification with groomer:

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1 Reel gear

2 Reel gear fixing nut

3 Torque wrench

A 11.5 mm (0.453 in)

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Replacement of Bed Knife (Bottom Blade)

Caution


Caution


The criteria for replacing the bed knife (bottomblade) are described below.

When the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) isgroundWhen the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) isreplacedWhen the bed knife (bottom blade) is worn

Standard bladeReplace the bed knife (bottom blade) before itno longer has a front face.

A

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2 Mounting hole

A Front face

High-speed-steel-tipped bladeReplace the bed knife (bottom blade) before itno longer has a tip.

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2.

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2 Mounting hole

3 Tip

A Front face

Removing/Installing The Bed Knife BaseRemoving The Bed Knife Base

Caution


Caution

Raising the front part of the machine forservicing operation may create a fallinghazard.Support the machine securely.

Loosen the lock nuts on both sides, andthen loosen the cutter pins.

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Removing The Bed Knife Base_001

1 Cutter pin

2 Lock nut

3 Cam bush

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Remove the 2 bolts that secure the bedknife base arm Assy and bed knife baseCOMP.

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1 Bed knife base COMP

2 Bolt

Important

Keep 1 to 5 pieces of washer for clearanceadjustment between the fulcrum seat and theframe if there are any of them.

Unscrew the fulcrum seat bolt, S washer,washer, and remove the bed knife basearm Assy from the bed knife base COMP.

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1 Bed knife base arm Assy

2 Bolt

3 S washer

4 Washer

Caution

Be careful when you remove the cutter pin asthe bed knife base COMP may fall off.

While supporting the bed knife base COMP,remove the cutter pins and lock nuts onboth sides.

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3.

4.

Remove the bed knife base COMP.

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Installation of Bed Knife Base

Caution


Caution


Caution

While operations are performed with the frontof the machine raised, there is a danger of itfalling.Securely support the machine.

Caution

Refer to the Tightening Torque table.Note that the Baroness product warranty maynot apply to defects caused by incorrect orovertorque tightening, etc.

Important

Make sure that there is no binding at the cambushes in the frame of the mower unit.

Temporarily install the bed knife baseCOMP onto the machine with the left andright cutter pins and lock nuts.Note:At this time, tighten the lock nuts to theheads of the cutter pins, but do not allowthe lock nuts to contact the cam bushes.

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2 Cutter pin

3 Lock nut

4 Cam bush

Important

Install the bed knife base arm Assy parallel tothe frame.During installation, be careful not to twist botharms.

Insert the bed knife base arm Assy into thebed knife base COMP.Temporarily install the bed knife base armwith the bolt of the fulcrum seat.

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1 Bed knife base arm Assy

2 Bolt

3 Spring washer

4 Washer

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Tighten the bolt used to install the bed knifebase arm Assy, and then firmly secure it.

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1 Bolt

2 Spring washer

3 Washer

Important

Do not tighten the left and right lock nuts.

Tighten the left and right cutter pins used totemporarily install the bed knife baseCOMP.Remove the fulcrum seat bolt used totemporarily install the bed knife base arm.Note:With the weight of the bed knife base arm,the bed knife (bottom blade) will slightlycome into contact with the reel cutter(cutting cylinder).Align the punch mark on each (left andright) cam bush with the travel direction.

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1 Punch mark

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Make sure that the bed knife (bottom blade)contacts the reel cutter (cutting cylinder).

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A Gap

B No gap

Insert one or two strips of newspaper intothe space between the reel cutter (cuttingcylinder) and the bed knife (bottom blade)at an angle of 90 degrees. Then, rotate thereel cutter (cutting cylinder)counterclockwise (as seen from the left sideof the mower unit) by hand to check thesharpness of the entire range (three or fourpoints from the left edge to the right one) ofthe reel cutter (cutting cylinder).

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Adjust the positions of the cam bushes sothat both sides cut."Adjusting CAM" (Page 5-8)Note:After making adjustments, use a marker,etc., to place a mark on the machine at theposition of the punch mark.

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Important

If one to five gap adjustment washers hadbeen inserted between the fulcrum seat andthe frame, insert gap adjustment washers sothat the gap is eliminated.

Install the fulcrum seats onto the left andright frames with the bolts, spring washersand washers.

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1 Fulcrum seat

2 Bolt

3 Spring washer

4 Washer

5 Gap adjustment washer

6 Frame

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Align the vertical hole in the fulcrum seat,and then secure it.OK: The cutter adjustment bolt is centeredin the hole of the fulcrum seat.NG: The cutter adjustment bolt is notcentered in the hole of the fulcrum seat.

BA

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1 Fulcrum seat

2 Cutter adjustment bolt

A OK

B NG

Important

Make sure that the cam bush does not movefrom the marked position.

Tighten the lock nuts of the left and rightcutter pins.

B

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1 Lock nut

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Maintenance


Removing/Installing The Bed KnifeRemoving The Bed Knife

Caution


Caution


Remove the bed knife base COMP.Place the bed knife base COMP on a stableworkbench.Remove the bed knife by loosening thescrew with a hammer driver or punch.

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Removing The Bed Knife_001

1 Bed knife base

2 Bed knife

3 Screw

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Installing The Bed Knife

Caution


Caution


Caution

See the list in Tightening torques.Note that the Baroness product warranty maynot apply to defects caused by incorrect orovertorque tightening etc.

Important

Be sure not to scratch the bed knife basesurface where the bed knife shall be mounted.Remove rust and dust.

Important

Replace the old screws with new ones.

Tighten the screws uniformly with ahammer driver.

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Installing The Bed Knife_001

1 Bed knife base

2 Bed knife

3 Screw

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Note:First, tighten the screw at the center. Then,follow the numerical order, first to the rightand then to the left, as shown below.

1 2

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Installing The Bed Knife_002

1 Bed knife

2 Screw

Removing/Installing The Small Cover (Left)Removing The Small Cover (Left)

Insert an item such as a wooden hammerhandle into the reel cutter to prevent it fromturning, and remove the lapping bolt, thedisk spring, and the gear retainer collar.

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Removing The Small Cover (Left)_001

1 Reel cutter

2 Lapping bolt

3 Disk spring

4 Gear retainer collar

5 Wooden hammer

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Unscrew the 4 bolts, and then detach thesmall cover (left).

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Removing The Small Cover (Left)_002

1 Small cover (left)

2 Bolt

Installing The Small Cover (Left)

Caution

See the list in Tightening torques.Note that the Baroness product warranty maynot apply to defects caused by incorrect orovertorque tightening etc.

Attach the small cover (left) temporarily tothe frame with four bolts.

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Installing The Small Cover (Left)_001

1 The small cover (left)

2 Bolt

Important

Be sure that there is no gap between the oilseal fitted in the small cover (left) and the gearretainer collar.

Install the gear retainer collar to the reelcutter shaft while adjusting the position ofthe small cover (left).Tighten the 4 bolts which have temporarilybeen attached to the small cover (left).

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Maintenance


Insert an item such as a wooden hammerhandle into the reel cutter to prevent it fromturning, and install the disk spring and thelapping bolt.

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Installing The Small Cover (Left)_002

1 Reel cutter

2 Lapping bolt

3 Disk spring

4 Gear retainer collar

5 Wooden hammer

Maintenance (Main Body)Adjustment of Brake

DangerDanger

If the brake wire is cut, the machine will beunable to stop. This would be extremelydangerous.If the brake wire is cracked or damaged,replace it with a new one immediately.

DangerDanger

If the brake is not sufficiently effective when ithas been applied, adjust the brake wire.

Adjust the brake by use of the brake wireadjusting nut.

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1 Adjusting nut

Make sure that the brake shoe does nottouch the brake drum.Avoid the brake always being engaged.Note:The brake shoe may touch the brake drum ifyou hear a rubbing sound or the drum feelsheavy when rotating the drum.

Adjustment of Engine ClutchWhen reinstalling the engine:Adjust the clearance between the engineclutch and clutch facing so that it will beapprox. 0.5 - 1.0 mm (0.020 - 0.039 in) whengripping the main clutch lever.

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1 Engine clutch

2 Clutch facing

A 0.5 - 1.0 mm (0.020 - 0.039 in)

Loosen the 4 bolts securing the engine.Insert a thickness gauge (accessory tool)from the front and rear of the clearance,make adjustment so that the front and rearclearances will be the same distance, andthen retighten the bolts A.

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Page 5-21Maintenance (Main Body)

1 Engine

2 Bolt A

3 Bolt B

When adjusting the clutch wire:Make adjustment so that the operationdistance of the clutch plate between grippingand releasing the main clutch lever will be1.0 - 2.0 mm (0.039 - 0.079 in).

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1 Engine clutch

2 Clutch plate

3 Clutch facing

4 Clutch wire adjusting nut

A 1.0 - 2.0 mm (0.039 - 0.079 in)

When adjusting the clutch spring:Make adjustment so that the total length ofthe spring will be 61.0 mm (2.40 in) when themain clutch lever set in the ON position.Note:The factory default setting of the spring totallength is 61.0 mm (2.40 in).The longer the spring is set, the lighter clutchhandling is provided. The shorter, theheavier.

Loosen the lock nut and adjust the springtotal length with the spring adjustment nut.Confirm that there is no engine clutchslipping when the main clutch lever set inthe ON position.

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1 Clutch spring

2 Spring adjustment nut

3 Lock nut

A 61.0 mm (2.40 in)

Change of Air CleanerFor details on handling the engine, please referto the Engine's Owner's Manual.A contaminated air cleaner element may causemalfunction of the engine.To maximize the life of the engine, replace theair cleaner element at the appropriate times.

The timing for replacing the air cleanerelement is described below.

Replace the air cleaner element inaccordance with the MaintenanceSchedule.If it is significantly contaminated, replaceit, even if the hours of operation do notexceed the specified time.

Replace the air cleaner element in the samemanner as cleaning the air cleaner."Cleaning of Air Cleaner" (Page 4-4)

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Page 5-22 Maintenance (Main Body)

Replacement of Engine OilFor details on handling the engine, please referto the Owner's Manual for the engine.

Warning

When changing the engine oil, be sure todrain it into a container and discard it inaccordance with local laws and regulations.

Caution

Be careful with hot oil, which could causeburns if it contacts your skin.

Important

Be sure to use engine oil that is classified asAPI Service Grade SE or higher, with an SAEviscosity that is appropriate for the operatingenvironment (ambient temperature).

Important

Securely tighten the oil level gauge.

Change the engine oil more frequently if it iscontaminated and especially if you use themachine in dusty areas or operate the engineat high loads or in high temperatures.

Move the machine onto a level surface, andthen stop the engine.Remove the drain plug while the engine oil iswarm, and then drain the oil into a container.Re-place the drain plug on the engine.Remove the oil level gauge.Supply new engine oil through the oil fillingport.The engine oil quantity is 0.56 dm3 (0.56 L).Position the machine so that the engine islevel, and then check the engine oil levelwithout tightening the oil level gauge in theoil filling port.

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Replacement of Engine Oil_001

1 Oil level gauge (oil filling port)

2 Drain plug

After checking the oil level with the oil levelgauge, add more engine oil if it is insufficient.Securely tighten the oil level gauge.

Long-Term StorageBefore Long-Term Storage

Remove any dirt, grass, debris, or oil stainscompletely.Supply oil and apply grease to appropriateparts.

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Page 5-23Long-Term Storage

Troubleshooting Procedures of AftercutAppearanceScalping

Is the roller bracket secured?

YESNO

Tightening to secureReplacement of securing screws

Replacement of front roller bearingReplacement 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 heightReplacement of bed knife (bottom blade)

NO

NO

YESAre the greens matted?

NO

YES

Increasing of cutting height

Replace the front roller with a smooth one

Increasing of cutting heightReplace the front roller with a smooth oneRehabilitation of greens (vertical cutting, etc.)Application of topdressing sand

NOYES

Are the greens sloped?

Change of cutting direction

Does the front roller rattle up and down?

NO

YESDoes the drum rattle up and down?

NOYES

Are the clippings discharged frequently?

Replacement of drum bearingReplacement of drum shaftReplacement of drum shaft bearing

Replace the front roller with a smooth one

YESIs 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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Angled Mismatch

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 heightYES

NO

NO

YES

Replacement of bed knife (bottom blade)

Does the drum rattle up and down?

NOYES

Replacement of front roller bearingReplacement of front roller shaft

NOYES

Are the greens matted?

NOYES

Replace the front roller with a smooth oneRehabilitation of greens (vertical cutting, etc.)

NO

YESDo the greens have large undulations?

NOYES

Are the greens sloped?

Change of cutting direction

YESAre 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 bearingReplacement of drum shaftReplacement of drum shaft bearing

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Page 5-24 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 lappingSurface grinding of bed knife (bottom blade)Replacement of bed knife (bottom blade)

NO

YESDoes the reel cutter (cutting cylinder) move sideways?

NOYES

Is the reel bearing outer ring driven in at an angle?

Loosening of blade engagement

Replacement of cam bushReplacement of cutter pin

Replacement of cam bushReplacement of frame

Correctly driving in the outer ringReplacement of reel bearing

NOYES

Do the cam bush and frame rattle?

YES

Clean and lightly apply grease to make sliding smoother, and then reassemble.YES

NO

NO

NOYES

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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Page 5-25Troubleshooting Procedures of Aftercut Appearance

Blade does not cut

Is the spring pressure for the adjustment lever too light?

Replacement of cam bushReplacement 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 groomerIncreasing 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 ringReplacement 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 bushReplacement of frame

NO

NO

NO

<Important> For replacing the frames, contact your sales representative or dealer.

Replacement of frame

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Maintenance


Uneven Blade EngagementThe unevenness is a difference of tighteningtorque between the left and right cutteradjustment nuts, or blade engagement on onlyone side, which cannot be adjusted.Promptly resolve the issue in order to maintainthe optimum performance of the machine.Cause of unevenness Measure to resolve

Asymmetrical wear ofreel cutter (cuttingcylinder)

Cylindrical grinding ofreel cutter (cuttingcylinder)Replacement of reelcutter (cutting cylinder)

Asymmetrical wear ofbed knife (bottom blade)

Surface grinding of bedknife (bottom blade)Replacement of bedknife (bottom blade)

Distortion of frames Rearrange frames inparallel

Important

Depending on the extent of the symptoms,they may not be resolved.

Important

Performing temporary measures may causethe symptoms to progress, resulting in cuttingissues.

Temporary measures:Adjustment with cam bushes"Adjusting CAM" (Page 5-8)Adjustment of spring pressure"Adjustment of Cutter Adjustment Spring"(Page 5-8)

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