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RJL 100 September 2014

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Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual

Ransomes MATADOR 71 - Engine HONDA GX160-K1

Series: EH4
Product code: 

LDDD704

 WARNING

WARNING: If incorrectly used this machine can 
cause severe injury. Those who use and maintain 
this machine must be trained in its proper use, 
warned of its dangers and must read the entire 
manual before attempting to set up, operate, adjust 
or service the machine.

25068G-GB (R1)

Summary of Contents for Matador

Page 1: ...K1 Series EH4 Product code LDDD704 WARNING WARNING If incorrectly used this machine can cause severe injury Those who use and maintain this machine must be trained in its proper use warned of its dan...

Page 2: ...THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER 30 PARKING BRAKES 30 CYLINDER CLUTCH 30 CUT OUT SWITCH 31 OPERATION DAILY INSPECTION 33 OPERATOR PRESENCE AND SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM 33 PROCEDURE FOR OPERATION 33 OPERATION OF...

Page 3: ...by the manufacturer are understood to be part of the correct use ALL operators MUST read through this manual and understand the Safety Instructions controls lubrication and maintenance procedures Make...

Page 4: ...E Date code F Machine type Designation G Product code H Product name J Serial number Location of Serial number plate The serial number plate A is found on the chassis side plate Location of Engine Se...

Page 5: ...equipment Use correct tools and Personal Protective Equipment PPE and take instruction from the technical manuals applicable to the machine Remove and store correctly 1 Batteries 2 Fuel 3 Engine cool...

Page 6: ...parts 2 Website www ransomesRansomes Jacobsen com Select the SUPPORT tab You now have access to a PDF version of the parts manual 3 Complete the form included in the technical manual pack supplied wit...

Page 7: ...he container The handles are found around the chassis Figure 1 The handles engage on the lug shaft A A range of height adjustment is available Tighten the hand wheel C The handles adjust for reach wit...

Page 8: ...en 8 2 INTRODUCTION NOTES...

Page 9: ...operate equipment that is not in correct order or without decals guards shields deflectors or other protective devices fastened When you mow with a side discharge deck DO NOT operate the cutting unit...

Page 10: ...ible g When you drive in the reverse direction look behind you and down to make sure the path is clear Do not operate the cutting units when you drive in the reverse direction h Use caution when you g...

Page 11: ...the ground away from your vehicle before you fill the container e Refuel the mower before you start the engine When the engine is in operation or while the engine is hot never remove the fuel cap or...

Page 12: ...the hydraulic fluid surgically within a few hours or gangrene can occur n When you service the hydraulic system make sure the hydraulic fittings tubes and hoses are tightened to the correct torque Ma...

Page 13: ...ician If additional information or service is needed Contact your Authorized Ransomes Jacobsen Dealer who knows the latest methods to service this equipment and can give that service WARNING The Inter...

Page 14: ...ven Off Road A Seat Belt Must Be Worn Only When A Rops Frame Is In Position This Warning Is Because A Seat Belt Must Be Worn With A Rops To Follow The Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC Sections 3 2 2 Sea...

Page 15: ...combined value of the activities WARNING Never Mow If There Is A Risk Of Lightning Or You Hear Thunder If You Are In The Middle Of Mowing Stop In A Safe Place Turn Off The Engine And Go Inside a Build...

Page 16: ...en 16 3 SAFETY NOTES...

Page 17: ...izontal shaft Model GX160 K1 QX4 Maximum Speed 2700 50 RPM No load Idle Speed 1400 200 150 RPM Oil Sump Capacity 0 6 litres 1 Imp Pints 0 63 US qts Fuel Lead free petrol Overall height A 102cm 40in Ov...

Page 18: ...e piece steel roll running on ball bearings Landroll Two piece smooth cast iron with bevel gear differential Cutting cylinder All welded 5 knife cylinder running on ball bearings Drive Train Traction...

Page 19: ...ne was tested for Whole Body vibration levels The operator was in the normal position to drive the vehicle with two hands on the steering mechanism The cutting device was in rotation with the machine...

Page 20: ...ard EN ISO 3746 2010 Measured Sound Pressure 87 dB A 0 86 LWA When the machine was tested for sound power Noise in the Environment The Machinery Safety Directive 2006 42 EC And Noise Emission In The E...

Page 21: ...23549C MIL G 2345C DIN 51 825 DIN 51 818 All other applications Shell Darina R2 lithium based grease or equivalent Engine oil A P I Classification SJ grades 10W 30 4 10 ACCESSORIES __________________...

Page 22: ...ive 2004 108 EC EMC 2000 14 EC Noise in the Environment 2003 10 EC Noise Physical Agents 2002 44 EC Vibration Physical Agents RQIRUPLW VVHVVPHQW RGQRFHQt SOQ Qt SRGPtQHN 2YHUHQVVWHPPHOVHVYXUGHULQJ RQI...

Page 23: ...VHVWDYLW SURKOi HQt MPpQHP Y UREFH GU HW WHFKQLFNRX GRNXPHQWDFL D RVRE RSUiYQ Qp VHVWDYLW WHFKQLFNp VRXERU D DOR HQp Y UiPFL YURSVNpKR VSROH HQVWYt Underskrift af personen der har fuldmagt til at udar...

Page 24: ...nsmit in response to a reasoned request by the national authorities relevant information on the partly completed machinery This shall be by hardcopy and shall be without prejudice to the intellectual...

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Page 26: ...en 26 4 SPECIFICATIONS NOTES...

Page 27: ...09034920 009034900 009114240 009034970 A 009034910 Read Operator s Manual B 009034890 Keep a Safe Distance from the Machine C 009034920 Stay Clear of Hot Surfaces D 009034900 Do Not Open or Remove Saf...

Page 28: ...en 28 5 DECALS 4130883 Operator Presence Control OPC Landroll clutch Parking Brake 5 2 INSTRUCTION DECALS _______________________________________________...

Page 29: ...e drive To disengage the OPC release lever A Button B will spring into position and prevent the operation of Lever A Forward drive will stop 6 2 LANDROLL CLUTCH _______________________________________...

Page 30: ...ase the engine turns move the hand lever D down To decrease the engine turns return the hand lever D to the Low Idle position 6 4 BRAKE RELEASE LEVER _________________________________________ To apply...

Page 31: ...ever F down To disengage the cylinder clutch return the hand lever to the start position 6 6 IGNITION CUT OUT SWITCH_______________________________________ The ignition switch is found on the front of...

Page 32: ...en 32 6 CONTROLS NOTES...

Page 33: ...re tight and all lines are in good condition 2 Check the fuel supply crankcase oil level and air cleaner All fluids must be at the full mark with the engine cold 3 Set the cutting unit to the needed h...

Page 34: ...to run 3 Refer to the chart below for each test and follow the check marks across the chart Turn off the engine between tests Test 1 Start the Engine and engage the cutting cylinder When the OPC Syste...

Page 35: ...ditions 5 Do not direct the discharge of the material at persons do not allow any person near the machine while in operation The owner operator is responsible for injuries caused to persons and damage...

Page 36: ...are sharp and can cause injuries Never use the hands to clean the cutting cylinder injury can occur Never try to clean the cutting cylinder blades while the machine is running 11 Before you remove th...

Page 37: ...the ON position 6 Pull the rope operated recoil starter Allow the rope to return slowly before you release the handle 7 Move the choke lever to the RUNNING position 7 6 TO STOP THE ENGINE ____________...

Page 38: ...en 38 7 OPERATION NOTES...

Page 39: ...ADJUSTMENT ______________________________________________ The cutting height is set by the position of the front roll related to the bottom blade The adjustment of the front roll is made with a handwh...

Page 40: ...nt is made by turning the adjustment screws A to the right side to move the cylinder toward the blade It is recommended that an eighth of a turn is made to each screw check after each of these adjustm...

Page 41: ...______________ If the grass clippings do not enter the grassbox then the concave needs adjustment 1 Make sure that the concave aligns correctly with the bottom edge of the bottom block 2 Release the n...

Page 42: ...re than half the height of the chain from its centre line Make sure each chain is free from tight sections Replace the chains as required Adjustment Chain A Loosen the nut a The chain wheel is install...

Page 43: ...are sharp they will cut the paper evenly along the length of the bottom blade 8 10 HANDLE ADJUSTMENT ______________________________________________ The handle is adjustable for height and reach to sui...

Page 44: ...en 44 8 ADJUSTMENTS NOTES...

Page 45: ...chines INSTALLATION 1 Position trailing seat behind the machine 2 Rotate the lock pin forward 3 Position ball cup on brake bracket 4 The ball must completely engage in cup 5 Rotate the lock pin backwa...

Page 46: ...en 46 9 ACCESSORIES NOTES...

Page 47: ...2 Check the Inside of the Clutch Cover for Dirt Check Chain Tension Check Tyre Pressure Super Certes Only Every 100 hours Change Engine Oil 11 3 Clean and Check the Spark Plug Every 200 hours Each mon...

Page 48: ...10 1 ENGINE DAILY EVERY 8 WORKING HOURS ______________________________ Make sure the Engine and controls are kept clean free from grass cuttings and dirt The operation of the machine can change and d...

Page 49: ...ean the Paper Element Remove any loose dirt from the filter You can use compressed air Blow from the inside to out Do not use a brush Replace the paper element every 100 hours Assemble the parts in th...

Page 50: ...__ Release the screws A and remove the drive cover Clean the Primary clutch and layshaft area When completely clean replace the drive cover and tighten the screws A 10 4 LANDROLL BRAKE________________...

Page 51: ...filler cap 11 2 ENGINE AFTER FIRST 20 HOURS ___________________________________ Make sure that the machine is on level ground Remove the drain plug B and drain the sump Clean and replace the plug Cle...

Page 52: ...achine for the first time lubricate A B and C Use the recommended grease A Cutting cylinder bearings B Landroll C Front roll spindle Oil all linkages drive chains and pivot points etc NOTE The landrol...

Page 53: ..._______________ NOTE Arrow indicates direction of travel Washboarding is a repeated pattern of different cutting heights that causes an appearance that is like a wave In most cases the wave tip to tip...

Page 54: ...ance that is like a wave In most cases the wave tip to tip distance is 2 inches 5 cm Possible Cause Solution The cut ground speed is higher than normal Decrease the cut ground speed The height of cut...

Page 55: ...settings are different from one side of a reel to the other side or from one cutting unit to another unit Check the HOC height of cut of the cutting units The front roller bearings are worn Check and...

Page 56: ...turf that is not level can cause scalping Possible Cause Solution HOC height of cut settings are lower than normal Check the HOC height of cut settings Incorrect reel to bedknife adjustment Adjust re...

Page 57: ...o bedknife setting The edges of the reel or bottom blade are not sharp Sharpen or replace the reel blade and bedknife as necessary The cut ground speed is higher than normal Decrease the cut ground sp...

Page 58: ...is damaged Loose bedknife fasteners or fasteners are not included Check the bedknife screws Tighten the loose screws Replace the screws that are not included The machine turns at a rate that is faster...

Page 59: ...unit or between two cutting units Windrowing can make a line in the direction of travel Possible Cause Solution The grass is higher than the level at which the machine can cut correctly Cut the grass...

Page 60: ...l and bedknife as necessary The bedknife screws are not included or loose or over tightened Install replace or tighten the bedknife screws to the correct torque setting The cut ground speed is higher...

Page 61: ...l dealer or distributor SERVICE A network of authorised Sales and Service dealers has been established and these details are available from your supplier When service attention or spares are required...

Page 62: ...en 62 13 GUARANTEE NOTES...

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Page 64: ...rica Ransomes Jacobsen Limited West Road Ransomes Europark Ipswich IP3 9TT English Company Registration No 1070731 www ransomesjacobsen com North South America Jacobsen A Textron Company 11108 Quality...

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