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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
Baron XL / 2400 XL / RD Series
18HP Hydro Tractors 40” Mower Decks
Mfg. No. Description Mfg. No. Description
2690337 Baron XL, 18HP & 40” Mower (CE) 1694790 40” Mower Deck (CE)
2690339 2418 XL, 18HP 40” Mower (CE) 1694796 40” Mower Deck (CE)
2690341 RD18S40, 18HP 40” Mower (CE) 1694813 40” Mower Deck (CE)
2690342 RD18VG40, 18HP 40” Mower (CE) 1695031 40” Mower Deck (CE)
2690507 Baron XL, 18HP & 40” Mower (CE) 1695032 40” Mower Deck (CE)
2690508 RD18S40, 18HP 40” Mower (CE)
2690
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Table of Contents Safety Rules & Information.................................2 Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service .........26 Troubleshooting the Tractor..................................26 Identification Numbers........................................7 Troubleshooting the Mower ..................................27 Safety Decals .......................................................8 Seat Adjustment....................................................28 Safety Icons ..........................
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Safety Rules & Information Operating Safety Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and that of those around you. Use common sense, and think through what you are doing. If you are not sure
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Safety Rules and Information Slope Operation You could be seriously injured or even killed if you use this unit on too steep an incline. Using the unit on a slope that is too steep or where you don’t have adequate traction can cause you to lose control or roll over. A good rule of thumb is to not operate on any slope you cannot back up (in 2-wheel drive mode). You should not operate on inclines with a slope greater than a 3.5 foot rise over a 20 foot length. Always drive up and down slopes: n
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Safety Rules & Information Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed. 16. Use extra care when loading or unloading the unit GENERAL OPERATION into a trailer or
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Safety Rules and Information SLOPE OPERATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. (10°) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you can- 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally. not back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not When operating on slopes use additional wheel operate on it. weigh
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Safety Rules & Information SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other 13. If the fuel tank must be drained, it should be drained sources of ignition. outdoors. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. 14. Replace faulty silencers/mufflers. 3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine 15. Use only factory authorized replacement parts when running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. making repairs. 4. Never fuel the
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S SA AM MP PL LE E S SA AM MP PL LE E Identification Numbers Identification Numbers North American Models Tractor ID Tag Mower ID Tag CE Models PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA Model Description Name/Number Unit MFG Number Unit SERIAL Number When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- Mower Deck MFG Number Mower Deck SERIAL Number ment parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Dealer Name Date Purchased Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identi- fication numbers, a
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Safety Decals All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional SAFETY DECALS messages on your rider and mower should be carefully This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect these instructions are not followed. The information is for from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment your safety and it is important! The safety decals below manufacturing. are on your rider
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CE Safety Icons / Directive Compliance SAFETY ICONS SAFETY INTERLOCK Warning: Read Operator’s Manual. SYSTEM TESTS Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using this machine. This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches and other safety devices. These safety systems are pre- sent for your safety: do not attempt to bypass safety Warning: Remove Key Before switches, and never tamper with safety devices. Check Servicing. their operation regularly. Remove the key and consult techni-
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Features & Controls Figure 1. Tractor and Mower Controls NOTE: Steering wheel removed for clarity Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and 12V function of these controls so that you will better understand the safety and operating instructions pro- vided in this manual. CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the func- tion of individual controls. Starting, stopping, dri- ving, and mowing require the combined use of sev- eral controls applied i
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Features & Controls PTO Switch Catcher Removal Lock The PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and disen- After depressing the catcher dump lock pedal, pull this gages attachments that use the PTO. To engage the knob forward to release the catcher for removal. PTO, pull UP on the switch. Push DOWN to disengage. Note that the operator must be seated firmly in the trac- Cruise Control (Optional) tor seat for the PTO to function. The cruise control is used to lock the ground speed con- trol in forward
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Features & Controls Catcher Open/Close Lever Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) The catcher open/close lever opens the catcher so that it The Reverse Mowing Option allows for mowing (or use may be emptied and closes it for mowing. To empty the of other PTO driven attachments) while traveling in catcher, depress the catcher dump lock pedal and pull reverse. If you choose to mow or operate another forward on the handle. To close, push the lever back- attachment in reverse, turn the RMO key after the P
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Operating the Tractor DRIVING THE TRACTOR MOWING IN REVERSE If an operator chooses to mow in reverse, the RMO system can 1. Sit in the seat and adjust the seat so that you can be used. To use the Reverse Mowing Option (RMO) turn the comfortably reach all the controls and see the dash- RMO key after the PTO is engaged. The L.E.D. light will illumi- board display. nate, and the operator can then mow in reverse. Each time the 2. Engage the parking brake. PTO is disengaged the RMO needs to be r
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Operating the Tractor B C B A Figure 3. Engaging the Parking Brake A A. Ground Speed Pedals B. Brake Pedal C. Parking Brake Knob Figure 4. Emptying the Hopper A. Catcher Dump Pedal PARKING BRAKE FUNCTION B. Catcher Lever Applying the Parking Brake - See Figure 3. To lock the parking brake, release the ground speed pedals (A), fully depress the brake pedal (B), pull UP on the parking brake knob (C), and then release brake pedal. Releasing the Parking Brake - See Figure 3. To release the par
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396 Lbs. (180kg) Operating the Tractor ADJUSTING THE DEFLECTOR (Select Models) Adjusting the defuser will change the distribution of grass clippings. To adjust the defuser: 1. Loosen hardware (B, Figure 6) 2. Slide defuser (A) up or down. 3. Secure hardware (B). 4. Repeat steps 1-3 if necessary. A ATTACHING A TRAILER B NOTE: Remove the hopper to attach a trailer. The maximum horizontal drawbar force allowed is 444 Newton. The maximum vertical drawbar force is 222 Newton. This equates to a 396
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Operating the Tractor B B C A A D C Figure 9. Lift Arms (Viewed from underneath right side of tractor) A. Mower Lift Arm Figure 8. Raising & Lowering Mower B. Tractor Lift Arm A. Attachment Lift C. Hopper Lever C. Flat Washer B. Cutting Height Control D. Safety Clip WARNING B A Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key before attempting to install or remove the mower. MOWER DECK REMOVAL & INSTALLATION Removing the Mower Deck 1. Park tractor on a hard, level surface such a
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Operating the Tractor Installing the Mower Deck 1. Park tractor, shut off PTO and engine, remove the key and apply parking brake. Turn the wheels fully to the left. A 2. From the rear with the grass catcher open pull dis- charge chute to rear. 3. Place mower height adjuster (B, Figure 8) in the low- est cutting position. Place the mower lift lever (A) in the lowest position. Slide mower deck under right side of tractor so that mower hitch is aligned with front tractor hitch. B 4. See Figure 11.
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Operating the Tractor MULCH PLUG INSTALLATION & REMOVAL (SOME MODELS) D C 1. Secure plate (B, Figure 14) to the mulch plug (A) using 1/4-20 x 3/4 capscrews (D) and 1/4 lockwash- ers (C). A C WARNING For your personal safety, do not handle the sharp B mower blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling of blades may result in serious injury. 2. Remove the mower deck from the unit. See the Figure 14. Install Plate to Mulch Plug unit’s Operating Instructions. A. Mulch Plug C. Lockwashers
