ROBOCUT
Publication 936 May 2019 Part No. 24214.36
Revision:
McCONNEL
Model RC28
REMOTE CONTROLLED COMPACT MOWER
Operator Manual
Page 1: ...ROBOCUT Publication 936 May 2019 Part No 24214 36 Revision McCONNEL Model RC28 REMOTE CONTROLLED COMPACT MOWER Operator Manual ...
Page 2: ...r to verify that your machine has been registered with McConnel Limited IMPORTANT During the initial bedding in period of a new machine it is the customer s responsibility to regularly inspect all nuts bolts and hose connections for tightness and re tighten if required New hydraulic connections occasionally weep small amounts of oil as the seals and joints settle in where this occurs it can be cur...
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Page 4: ...ample may require particular care when packing to avoid damage in transit 1 04 This warranty does not extend to any product from which McConnel Ltd s serial number plate has been removed or altered 1 05 The warranty policy is valid for machines registered in line with the terms and conditions detailed and on the basis that the machines do not extend a period of 24 months or greater since their ori...
Page 5: ...ld be undertaken within two days of the failure Claims submitted for repairs undertaken more than 2 weeks after a failure has occurred or 2 days after the parts were supplied will be rejected unless the delay has been authorised by McConnel Ltd Please note that failure by the customer to release the machine for repair will not be accepted as a reason for delay in repair or submitting warranty clai...
Page 6: ...be deemed to be a waiver of any other term 4 02 If any provision of this limited warranty shall violate any applicable law and is held to be unenforceable then the invalidity of such provision shall not invalidate any other provisions herein 4 03 Applicable law may provide rights and benefits to the purchaser in addition to those provided herein McConnel Limited ...
Page 7: ...nces to avoid the entrapment with human body parts BS EN ISO 14120 2015 Safety of machinery Guards general requirements for the design and construction of fixed and movable guards BS EN 4413 2010 Hydraulic fluid power Safety requirements for systems and their components McCONNEL LIMITED operates an ISO 9001 2008 quality management system certificate number FM25970 This system is continually assess...
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Page 9: ... Stop 13 Engine Speed Rpm 13 Steering Bias Dial 14 Track Speed Governor 14 Rotor Control Switch 14 Pair Button 14 Pre Operation Checks 14 Starting Stopping The Engine 15 Machine and Remote Control Synchronisation 15 Starting the Engine 15 Stopping the Engine 15 Emergency Stopping E Stop 16 Engine Speed Rpm 16 Driving Manouevering 17 Forwards Backwards Travel 17 Steering Direction 17 Steering Bias ...
Page 10: ... Oil Capacity Type 28 Engine Oil Level 28 Air Filter 29 Filter Cartridge Removal 29 Filter Cartridge Cleaning 29 Rotors Blades 30 Rotors 30 Blades 30 Blade Replacement 30 Belts 31 Access to Belts 31 Belts Pulley s Identification 31 Belt Tension 31 Rotor Belt Tension Adjustment 32 Generator Belt Tension Adjustment 32 Tracks 33 Track Replacement 33 Track Removal Procedure 33 Track Fitting Procedure ...
Page 11: ...mportant or useful to emphasise LEFT HAND LH RIGHT HAND RH These terms are applicable to the machine when fitted to the tractor and viewed from the rear these terms also apply to tractor references SERIAL PLATE All machines are equipped with a serial number plate containing important information relating to the machine including a unique serial number used for identification purposes Note Images i...
Page 12: ...d to perform tasks for which it was designed use for any other purpose could be dangerous to persons and damaging to the machine MACHINE IDENTIFICATION An identification plate is fitted to the rear deck of the machine in the location shown below It is advisable that owners keep a record of the serial number as stated on the identification plate and always quote the serial number when ordering repl...
Page 13: ...Electric motor driven tracks Ability to operate on slopes up to 55 Remote controlled cutting height adjustment 25mm to 175mm Automatic height pre set Twin fast stop rotors Track tensioning system Remote operation up to 150m Fully proportional remote control Speed limiter 50 50 weight distribution Dual fuel tanks 28HP ...
Page 14: ...o 2 Rotor drive V belt with clutch Rotor shaft speed 2950 rpm Cutting blades per rotor 2 updraft blades 2 top cut blades Area capacity approx 5000 m h 3 mph Controls Twin joystick remote control Control range 150m 490 ft Ambient working temperature 5 to 40 C Noise output level LWA 107 dB Bearing lubrication Sealed bearing Weight 480kg 1058 lbs Cutting height Min 25mm 1 Max 175mm 7 Cutting width 11...
Page 15: ... use and maintenance of the machine as stated in this manual The machine must only be used by a responsible adult who is familiar with all aspects relating to safe operation The machine must not be operated by children or non authorised persons Operators must know the meaning of all operation and safety decals on both the machine and the remote control unit Operators must know the procedure for sw...
Page 16: ...the work area prior to operation and remove stones glass metal wire or any other foreign objects that are hazardous Immovable hazards should be suitably marked so they can be easily avoided Take extra care when operating the machine on slopes or uneven ground there is increased risk of objects being thrown from rotating equipment when working in these conditions The machine can be used on slopes u...
Page 17: ...switched off when manoeuvring outside of the work zone Personal Protective Equipment PPE We recommend that the following personal protective equipment is worn during operation and or maintenance of this machinery overalls safety shoes safety goggles ear protection safety helmet protective gloves respiratory protection shin knee protection Although the information stated here covers a wide range of...
Page 18: ... not foul or come into contact with the machines body panels during the lifting procedure use spreader beams if required Lifting Point Locations Lifting Equipment Suitable overhead lifting equipment with a minimum Safe Working Load SWL in excess of 500kg should be used for handling the machine Ensure the machine is kept balanced and level at all times during the lifting procedure All operatives an...
Page 19: ...ncy Stop Track Rollers Rubber Track Idler Wheels Deck Actuator MACHINE OVERVIEW ENGINE COMPARTMENT Component Identification Primary Fuel Tank Feeder Fuel Tank Engine Oil Reservoir Engine Oil Dipstick Battery Fuse Box Air Filter Receiver E Stop Antenna PCB Controller Spark Plug Spark Plug Fuel Pump Engine ECU ...
Page 20: ... E Stop is activated the light in the button will go out and power to the machine is switched OFF E Stops are provided for use in an emergency situation only they must not be used as a shortcut method of switching off the engine during normal use Main Power ON OFF It is important that the machine E Stop button Power ON OFF button is always switched OFF E Stop activated when the machine is not bein...
Page 21: ...matic or manual command and the following actions will occur Machine movement operations and functions will be immediately halted Engine will be immediately switched off Note after using E Stop the machine will cease to function completely to regain functions and continue operating the E Stop button must be reset and a normal re start performed E Stop button light on machine will be extinguished w...
Page 22: ...the LH or the RH joystick if joysticks are operated in opposing directions simultaneously the RH joystick will take priority to avoid conflicting commands FORWARD TRAVEL REVERSE TRAVEL STEER LEFT STEER RIGHT STEER RIGHT STEER LEFT DECK DOWN DECK UP EMERGENCY STOP Status Light RH Joystick Deck Down Up Left Right Steer Engine Start Stop Rotor ON OFF Steering Bias Track Speed Screen Toggle Pairing Bu...
Page 23: ...Stop Button PUSH button for EMERGENCY STOP Rotate clockwise to Reset Engine Start Stop Engine START Hold switch in UP position to start the engine Switch returns to its central position when released Engine STOP Hold switch in DOWN position to stop the engine Engine Speed RPM Control for engine RPM Press Button Increase engine RPM Press Button Decrease engine RPM Pre set cut height can be set to u...
Page 24: ...OFF control Rotor ON Place switch in UP position to start the rotor Rotor OFF Place switch in the DOWN position to STOP rotor Pair Button Screen 1 2 Swap Press Button Pair machine and remote control unit Press Button Toggles between screen 1 screen 2 PRE OPERATION CHECKS All checks and inspections of the machine should be performed with the machine parked on firm level ground with the engine switc...
Page 25: ...rol unit will emit a series of buzzing sounds and screen will display the unsynchronised symbol Press GREEN button on right hand side of remote control unit to pair the remote unit with the machine When synchronised the remote control unit screen will display screen 1 information Starting the Engine Engine Start Hold engine switch in UP position until the engine starts Release switch when engine s...
Page 26: ...must be reset before the machine can be re started Engine Speed RPM The machine has 3 pre set engine speed settings that are controlled using the buttons located on the left hand side of the operator control unit the speed settings are Idle speed at this setting engine runs at low RPM tracks and rotor will not operate Mid speed at this setting the engine runs at mid range RPM tracks can be operate...
Page 27: ...on the remote controls Push the lever forwards to move the machine forwards Pull the lever backwards to move the machine backwards The joystick operates proportionally the further the lever is moved the faster the machine travels The maximum speed available will be determined by the particular position of the track speed dial Turn dial anti clockwise reduces top speed limit Turn dial clockwise inc...
Page 28: ...er the dial is rotated in each direction the greater the degree of bias Operating with Bias Steering will still need to be monitored and controlled by the operator in the normal manner but steering corrections required to guide the machine will be greatly reduced Bias Control Cutting Height Control The deck height is controlled by forward and backwards operation of the right hand joystick Move joy...
Page 29: ...released Setting the Pre set Cutting Height The procedure for setting the pre set height is as follows With machine running press OPT button on control unit to display screen 2 Screen 1 OPT Screen 2 Set required pre set height using joystick Current pre set height Pre set height required When required pre set height is displayed press OPT button to return to screen 1 The pre set cutting height has...
Page 30: ...rea When operating this machinery you are responsible for your own safety and the safety of all others who enter the work area Working on Slopes When working on slopes do not operate from any position directly below the machine where possible it is safer to stand in a suitable location above the machine Do not operate the machine on ground or surfaces that are slippery underfoot ...
Page 31: ...voided Ensure the work zone is clear of animals and persons Never manoeuvre the machine into an area where you can no longer clearly see it working Only work machinery in materials and conditions that are within their designed capability attempting to work a machine for the wrong task or beyond its capability is highly dangerous and risks damage to machine components When working on slopes always ...
Page 32: ...Fire Hazard Do not smoke near the machine Fuels oils and lubricants are flammable keep naked flames away from the machine at all times Track Protection In certain driving conditions or circumstances the machine is at an increased risk of track damage and or losing a track during manoeuvres the following advice should be observed to avoid or reduce this risk Keep tracks correctly tensioned at all t...
Page 33: ... the track to come off its seat The same situation can occur in reverse when a space is created between bearing roller idler roller and track If the machines changes direction and the track cannot move sideways due to the presence of an obstacle there is a risk that the track can be damaged or come of its seat wherever possible avoid turning the machine if it is against an obstacle if unavoidable ...
Page 34: ...ll of the machine when it is located on a slope Emergency Towing In a recovery situation that necessitates the machine being towed by another vehicle the three power cables to each track motor must first be disconnected Location of track motor power cables the 3 power cables on each motor must be disconnected for towing Towing of the machine should only be performed in an emergency situation A rig...
Page 35: ...exhaust to cool to a safe temperature before removing fuel tanks Fill fuel tanks at a safe distance from the machine to reduce the risk of fire always fit tank caps when carrying or transporting fuel tanks even if they are empty When replacing the tanks on the machine ensure the caps are replaced correctly and all fuel connections are tight If caps or connections are damaged they must be replaced ...
Page 36: ...ation to allow transport of the machine in the event of a sudden breakdown or for diagnosing an issue with the controller When operated in this mode the machine will only travel at minimum speed and all other control features are deactivated To use this control feature the emergency control unit must be connected to the electronic ignition box via the connection plug located in the engine compartm...
Page 37: ...ition OFF and stop the engine Driving manoeuvring the machine Forward travel is by simultaneous operation of buttons at points A B Right turn is by operation of button A only Left turn is by operation of button B only Reverse travel is by simultaneous operation of buttons C D Counter rotation to the right is by simultaneous operation of buttons A D Counter rotation to the left is by simultaneous o...
Page 38: ... to inspect or work on any components under the machine Maintenance Stand A purpose made maintenance stand is available for the RC28 that allows safe and easy access to the base of the machine for service and maintenance duties Contact McConnel for further details ENGINE OIL Oil Capacity Type 6 0 litres 10 56 pints 5w40 engine oil Engine Oil Level Check engine oil level before each start up and af...
Page 39: ... of the filter housing end cap which is secured with 2 retaining clips Both cartridges are push fitted in the filter housing and removal is by pulling them firmly outwards The outer cartridge is the primary filter and the inner one the secondary filter Air Filter Housing A Primary Filter B Secondary Filter Filter Cartridge Cleaning Cartridges should be cleaned using compressed air and a soft brush...
Page 40: ... Engine must be switched off and remote control starter key removed before inspecting or working under the machine Protective gloves must be worn when inspecting rotors and blades Rotors and blades should be inspected on a daily basis for signs of wear or damage excessively worn or damaged blades must be replaced before using the machine Blade Replacement When fitting new blades they must be repla...
Page 41: ...n Adjuster G Rotor Drive Belt P N 4009044 H Generator Drive Belt P N 4009045 Belt and Pulley layout viewed from below Belt Tension Belt tension should be checked every 25 hours The correct tension for the belts is 15 20mm deflection using thumb pressure this should be measured at the mid point position between pulleys on the longest belt run section Rotor Drive Belt Tension Generator Belt Tension ...
Page 42: ...t B to adjust belt tension Re tighten nuts A when tension is correct Re check belt to confirm tension is correct Generator Belt Tension Adjustment Slacken off both nuts A Rotate nuts B equally to adjust belt tension Re tighten nuts A when tension is correct Re check belt to confirm tension is correct ...
Page 43: ...36mm spanner pry bar Track Removal Procedure Raise machine off the ground to a height of approximately 30 40cm ensure the machine is stable and suitably supported Clean undercarriage components and the surrounding area of the machine prior to performing maintenance on this area of the machine Slacken off the 36mm track tensioner nut to fully release tension 1 Compress tension unit this can be done...
Page 44: ... compressed to a working length of 20 22mm Setting and adjustment of the spring compression is via the nut on the track tensioner unit Track Tension Setting Track tension should be checked on a daily basis and adjusted when required Tensioner Springs Over the course of work and time the ability of the springs to provide sufficient tension will be reduced and the springs must be replaced this is an...
Page 45: ... foreign objects Check replace wiring Repair or replace actuator Radio signal loss Excessive distance between remote control and machine Reduce operating distance operate in machine range Excessive vibration Fixings loose or missing Rotor imbalance due to damage or missing blades Tighten replace fixings Check rotors for damaged components or missing blades Engine fails to start Fuel tank empty Fue...
Page 46: ...an fuel Clean replace filter cartridges Adjust tune carburettor Engine overheating Insufficient engine oil Air cooling system restricted Air filter dirty contaminated Carburettor incorrectly adjusted Check level and add engine oil Clear restrictions Clean replace filter cartridges Adjust tune carburettor Engine underpowered Air filter dirty contaminated Cylinder head leaking Low compression Clean ...
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Page 48: ...McConnel Limited Temeside Works Ludlow Shropshire SY8 1JL England Telephone 01584 873131 Facsimile 01584 876463 www mcconnel com ...
