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RBH 180
Operator´s manual
Please read these instructions carefully and
make sure you understand them before using
the machine.
101 89 59-26
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Svenska – 31 Sve-5 225/232/235 Bruk 31 97-11-25, 08.46
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS ....................................................................................... 1 SAFETY RULES ........................................................................................................... 2 ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................... 3 OPERATION ..............................................................................................................
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SAFETY RULES These instructions are for your protection. You should read them carefully. WARNING: This lawn tractor is able to cut hands, feet, and throwing objects. If you do not follow the safety instructions, you could experience serious injuries. !! 1. GENERAL OPERATION: • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then slowly and • Know controls and how to stop quickly. gradually downhill, if possible. • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on • Do not mow near d
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ASSEMBLY UNPACKING STEERING WHEEL (FIG. 2) The tractor is not completely assembled at the factory, for transportation reasons. After removing the packaging, check the machine for any damage during the shipment, locate the hardware bag and loose parts. Take care while removing the machine from the pallet, to avoid any damage to the mower deck. STANDARD PACKING • tractor • steering wheel • seat with holder • battery Fig. 2 • grass collector • trailer hitch Proceed to the following steps: • bag wit
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ASSEMBLY The grass collector has been pre-assembled. However, to TRAILER HITCH (FIG. 4) assemble it correctly (to fit the collector cover with tractor fenders). It is recommended to follow the instructions below: 1. Take the pre-assembled basket (item 1) out the box, tilt the front tube (item 3), insert the upper bolts (item 2) and tighten loosely. 2. Put the grass container, prepared in such a way, on the basket supports on the rear part of the tractor and adjust with the fenders. Tighten the b
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ASSEMBLY PLACING THE GRASS COLLECTOR ON PREPARATION BEFORE THE FIRST THE TRACTOR (FIG. 6) OPERATION The tractor is shipped without gas, oil and electrolyte in the battery, for safety reasons. DANGER ! ! Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame, and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. BATTERY PREPARATION Battery provides maintenance free performance. Flush Fig. 6 cover battery is completely leakproof and spillproof when
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ASSEMBLY CHECK THE BATTERY REFUELLING If it is necessary proceed to the following steps: WARNING ! ! 1. Remove the battery from the tractor. Make sure there is good air ventilation when refuel- 3. Charge the battery at a rate of 6 amps for 1 hour. Use ling. a 12-volt battery charger. Observe all precautions required for battery charging. Complete the assembly 1. Stop the engine and let it cool down. of your unit while waiting for battery to charge. 2. Open the petrol cap slowly in order to relea
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OPERATION CONTROLS 1. Dash panel (fig. 11) a. throttle control lever b. ignition switch c. headlight switch d. switch MAN-AUTO, collector fill gauge e. re-engage switch f. ON/OFF switch, cutting system. 2. Steering wheel 3. Choke control 4. Cutting height adjustment lever 5a. Forward speed pedal 5b. Reverse speed pedal 6. Parking brake lever 7. Brake pedal 8. Transmission disengagement lever Fig. 16 FRONT MAN/AUTO SWITCH (d) When in AUTO position, the automatic control of the grass collector fil
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OPERATION 4. Place the throttle lever at the ”turtle” symbol. Pull the TO START THE ENGINE choke control out. DANGER 5. Place the toggle switch ”cutting system” to OFF ! ! position. Fig. 16, pos. OFF Never run the engine indoors, or in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains 6. Turn the ignition key to START position (Fig. 18) carbon monoxide. release it immediately when the engine has started (Fig. 18). Continuous cranking of more than 15 seconds per minute can cause the st
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OPERATION IMPORTANT WARNING ! ! Move the throttle to slow position before turning While riding backwards, watch out behind. ignition off, in order to reduce muffler pop. Failure Do not have your mower engaged! to do so will result in engine and exhaust damages. LAWN CUTTING WARNING ! ! IMPORTANT The mower deck must be in the highest position, when • Clear the area of any objects, such as toys, you drive the tractor in transport mode off the lawn. If wires, branches, etc. not, damages will be cau
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OPERATION 4. Depress slowly the forward movement pedal to reach IMPORTANT the desired speed. In T-position the cutting system will STOP automati- cally and it will stay in the STOP status even when the IMPORTANT cutting height lever is lowered down again. For the continuing- of the cutting you must push the While starting the blades, keep the throttle in the re-engage button (See Fig. 11, item 1. e). middle position, to save the belt and clutch from premature wear and possible damage. SPEED RANG
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OPERATION HEADLIGHT SWITCH SLOPE OPERATION Lights are switched on with the switch (fig. 11, c) if the • All slopes need extra caution. key is on position (fig. 18). • Do not cut grass, when slope is more than 10° (17%). • Mow slopes, riding up and down, never across. • Avoid sudden changes in direction. SAFETY CONDITIONS • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, Remember your tractor is equipped with a seat switch; ruts, etc. this means that when you leave the seat, the engine stops. The mow
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MAINTENANCE CLEANING ENGINE OPERATION Follow the instruction described in the engine operator's manual, for operation, service (air filter, fuel filter, oil change, spark plugs, etc.) WARNING ! ! Before cleaning, washing, servicing or repairing, remove the ignition key! CRANKCASE OIL CHANGE Always wear substantial steel toe foot wear, gloves Crankcase oil should be changed after the first 5 hours of and work clothes. operation. Be aware of any spilled fuel, oil or other contaminat- ing substance
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MAINTENANCE BEFORE STORAGE MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST BEGINNING EACH SEASON EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS MONTHLY SERVICE RECORD FREQUENTLY FILL IN DATES AFTER FIRST 20 HOURS AS YOU COMPLETE AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS REGULAR SERVICE AFTER FIRST 2 HOURS BEFORE EACH USE Check engine oil level ll Change engine oil l1,2 l l Change spark plug l l Replace air filter paper cartridge l1,2 Clean air screen l 2 Inspect muffler/spark arrester l Replace fuel filter l Check battery fluid level/recharge
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MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION (FIG 23) Fig. 23 LUBRICATION LIST Item Name Number Term-hours Lubricant 1 Front wheel - grease fitting 2 25 Grease 2 Steering ball-joints 4 50 Oil 3 Steering sector gear 1 50 Grease 4 Steering pinion gear 1 25 Grease 5 Steering shaft bearing 1 50 Oil 6 Steering shaft bearing 1 50 Oil 7 Movement lever - grease fitting 1 50 Oil 8 Shaft hub for lifting the mower deck 1 50 Oil 9 Moving ling ball-joints 4 50 Oil 10 Brake pedal hub 2 50 Grease 11 Parking brake ring 1 50 Oil 12
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MAINTENANCE The bearings in idler pulley and retainer pulleys are life time lubricated. Gear box is filled with oil. DANGER ! ! Be sure to reinstall battery in the same position and properly reconnect battery cables (red to positive, black to negative). DANGER ! ! Proper care will lengthen battery life. When replacement Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep becomes necessary, use battery of same size and type for sparks, flame and smoking materials away from continued trouble-free s
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MAINTENANCE Fig. 26 FUSE EXCHANGE The fuse box is placed under the dash. Proceed as follows: 1. Lift the hood up. 2. Pick out the fuse and replace it by another one of the same value (15A). If it is still impossible to start the engine, call your service dealer. WHEEL EXCHANGE (FIG. 27) Fig. 27 Proceed as follows: 1. Switch off ignition. 2. Lift up the tractor and place it on stands. 3. Remove plastic cover. 4. Dismount the retaining ring, the flat washer, and remove the wheel. Note: For a rear
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ADJUSTMENTS TRACTOR BRAKE ADJUSTMENT THE GRASS COLLECTOR OVERLOAD (FIG. 28) WARNING SYSTEM (ZP 98/1 MODEL) Your tractor is equipped with a disc brake mounted on Important note: This system only works in "AUTO" the transaxle. switch position. (see operations/controls section of manual). To check the brake operation: The grass collector capacity has been designed to hold a 1. Place the tractor on a flat surface, and stop the substantial volume of grass. engine. The overloading of this intended cap
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ADJUSTMENTS SERVICING SHEAR PINS (FIG. 30) In the event of system failure, there is a manual position "MAN" switch option which allows for a temporary over-ride of the overload warning system. It is recom- mended that this be only used as a back-up & only until necessary repairs can be arranged. A temporary by-pass service connector has been included in the original tractor kit & should be installed while the system is being serviced. This service connector will provide a shunt path & will shut-
