Ransomes CG161 Caractéristiques techniques

Ransomes Way, Ipswich, England, IP3 9QG

RANSOMES

OPERATORS INSTRUCTIONS

Publication No. 24077G (rev.1) (RSJ 001 071997)

CG161 COMPACT

GARDENTRACTOR

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:

This operator’s manual has been prepared to provide the information you need to correctly assemble, operate

and maintain your tractor. For maximum satisfaction carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual.

Should you ever need repair parts or service contact your RANSOMES TRACTOR DEALER.

Be sure safety precautions are observed. They are for your benefit.

Any references made in this Operator’s Manual concerning the right-or left-hand sides are deter-mined by the

direction the operator is facing when in the tractor seat.

The replacement of any part on this product by other than the manufacturer’s authorised replacement part may

adversely affect the performance, durability or safety of this product.

The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes on and to add improvements upon its product at any time

without notice or obligation. The manufacturer also reserves the right to discontinue manufacture of any product

at its discretion at any time.

A VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATE is located on the left-hand side of the tractor below the engine. The

numbers on the plate are important should your tractor require future service. For your convenience, have your

dealer record the numbers in the appropriate spaces below.

CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTION ...................................................................................................... 3

CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS ..................................................................................... 7

SEAT.................................................................................................................................... 7

INSTRUMENT PANEL ........................................................................................................ 7

HAND THROTTLE CONTROLS.......................................................................................... 8

BRAKE CONTROLS............................................................................................................ 8

H.S.T CONTROLS & GEARSHIFT...................................................................................... 9

P.T.O. AND HYDRAULIC LIFT CONTROLS ..................................................................... 10

STEERING WHEEL............................................................................................................ 11

OPERATION....................................................................................................................... 12

BREAK IN PROCEDURES................................................................................................. 12

STARTING THE ENGINE................................................................................................... 12

STOPPING THE ENGINE .................................................................................................. 13

OPERATING THE HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION ....................................................... 14

DRIVINOTHETRACTOR .................................................................................................... 14

DRAWBAR.......................................................................................................................... 15

TIRE PRESSURES............................................................................................................. 15

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE................................................................................ 16

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART .................................................................. 17

FUEL AND LUBRICANTS .................................................................................................. 18

GENERAL MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................... 26

TRACTOR STORAGE........................................................................................................ 33

GENERAL TOROUE SPECIFICATION TABLE ................................................................. 35

SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................. 36

SAFETY RULES

Please pay particular attention to all boxed-

parts in the text which have the sign

This sign warns you to be careful when

carrying out certain functions.

DANGER:

Indicates serious injury or death WILL result if

instructions are not followed.

WARNING:

indicates a strong possibility that serious

injury or death could re suit if instructions are

not followed.

CAUTION:

Indicates a possibility that minor injury can

result if instructions are not followed.

NOTE: Gives helpful information.

Labels attached to certain parts of the Garden-

tractor give important safety information.

Please read them carefully. Should a label detach

itself or become illegible, contact your dealer for a

replacement.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

TRAINING

1) Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar

with the controls and the proper use of the

equipment. Learn how to stop the engine

quickly.

2) Only use the Garden-tractor for the purpose

for which it was made, that is, the cutting and

collection of grass. Any use not specifically

indicated in the instruction handbook can be

dangerous and result in damage to the ma-

chine, and will also result in the annulling of

the warranty and the manufacturer declining

all responsibility.

3) Never allow children or people unfamiliar with

these instructions to use the Garden-tractor.

Local regulations may restrict the age of the

operator.

4) Never use the Garden-tractor:

lWhen people, especially children, or pets are

nearby.

lIf the operator has taken medicine or

substances that can affect his ability to react

and concentrate.

5) Keep in mind that the operator or user is

responsible for accidents or hazards

occurring to other people or their property.

6) Do not carry passengers.

7) The operator of a Garden-tractor must

carefully follow the driving instructions,

particularly:

lThe need for care and concentration when

using Garden-tractors;

lThat control of a Garden-tractor sliding on a

slope will not be regained by the application of

the brake.

The main reasons for loss of control are:

lInsufficient wheel grip;

lBeing driven too fast;

lInadequate braking;

lThe type of machine is unsuitable for its task;

lLack of awareness of the effect of ground

conditions, especially slopes;

lIncorrect hitching and load distribution.

8) The Garden-tractor is equipped with a series

of safety microswitches and devices which

must never be removed, altered or tampered

with. Removing these devices invalidates the

warranty and the manufacture declines any

responsibility.

SAFETY

PREPARATION

1) While mowing, always wear substantial

footwear and long trousers. Do not operate

the equipment when barefoot or wearing open

sandals.

2) Thoroughly inspect the area where the

equipment is to be used and remove all

objects which may be thrown by the machine

(stones, sticks, metal wire, bones, etc.)

3) WARNING: - Engine fuel is highly flammable:

lStore fuel in containers specifically designed

for this purpose.

lRefuel using a funnel and outdoors only. Do

not smoke while refuelling or whenever

handling the fuel.

lAdd fuel before starting the engine. Never

remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel

while the engine is running or when the

engine is hot.

lIf fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the

engine but move the machine away from the

area of spillage and avoid creating any source

of ignition until the fuel has evaporated and

the fumes dispersed.

lTighten caps of all fuel tanks and containers

securely.

4) Replace faulty silencers.

5) Before using, always carry out a visual

inspection, particularly of the blades, seeing

that the screws and cutter assembly are not

worn or damaged. Replace worn or damaged

blades and screws in sets to preserve

balance.

6) Before mowing, attach the discharge opening

guards (grass-catcher or deflector).

7) Take care as the rotation of one blade can

cause the other blade to turn.

OPERATION

1) Do not operate the engine in a confined space

where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes

can collect.

2) Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

3) Avoid operating the equipment in wet grass,

where feasible.

4) Before starting the engine, disengage the

blades, shift into neutral and engage the

parking brake.

5) Do not use on slopes of more than 100(17%).

6) Remember there is no such thing as a “safe”

slope.

Travel on grass slopes requires particular care. To

guard against overturning:

lDo not stop or start suddenly when going up

or downhill;

lAlways keep the machine in gear, especially

when travelling downhill;

lMachine speeds should be kept low on -

slopes and during tight turns;

lStay alert for humps and hollows and other

hidden hazards;

lNever mow across the face of the slope.

7) Stop the blades rotating before crossing

surfaces other than grass. When moving the

Garden-tractor away from the lawn disengage

the blades and put the cutting plate into the

highest position.

8) Never operate the Garden-tractor as a Cutter-

deck with defective guards, or without safety

devices, for example deflectors and/or grass

catchers, in place.

9) Do not change the engine governor settings

or over speed the engine. Operating the

engine at excessive speed can increase the

hazard of personal injury.

SAFETY

10) Before leaving the operator’s position:

lDisengage the blades and lower the Cutter

Deck.

lCharge into neutral and set the parking brake.

lStop the engine and remove the key.

11) Disengage blades, stop the engine and

remove key:

lBefore carrying out any work beneath the

cutting deck or unclogging the chute;

lBefore checking, cleaning or working on

Garden-tractor;

lAfter striking a foreign object. Inspect the

Garden-tractor for damage and make repairs

before restarting and operating the Garden-

tractor;

lIf the Garden-tractor starts to vibrate

abnormally (immediately check and remove

the cause of the vibration)

12) Disengage drive to blades when transporting

or not in use. Disengage the blades for them

to stop before emptying the grass-catcher.

13) Stop the engine and disengage blades:

lBefore refuelling.

lEvery time the grass-catcher is removed or

replaced.

lBefore making height adjustment.

14) Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut

down and turn the fuel off at the conclusion of

mowing, following the instructions in the

handbook.

15) Do not put hands or feet near or under

rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge

opening at all times.

16) Use care when pulling loads or using heavy

equipment.

lUse only approved drawbar hitch paints.

lLimit loads to those you can safely control.

lDo not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.

1 7) Watch out for traffic when crossing or near

roadways.

18) When using any attachments, never direct

discharge of material toward bystanders nor

allow anyone near the machine while in

operation.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

1) Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be

sure the equipment is in safe working

condition. Regular maintenance is essential

for safety and for maintaining performance

levels.

2) Never store the equipment with fuel in the

tank inside a building where fumes may reach

a flame or a spark or a source of extreme

heat.

3) Allow the engine to cool before storing in an

enclosed space.

4) To reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine,

exhaust silencer, battery compartment and

fuel storage area free of grass, leaves, or

excessive grease. Always empty the grass-

catcher and do not leave garden rubbish

containers within a room.

5) Check the deflector and grass-catcher

frequently for wear and deterioration.

6) For reasons of safety, do not use the

equipment with worn or damaged parts. Parts

are to be replaced and not repaired. Use

genuine spare parts. Parts which are not of an

equivalent quality can damage the equipment

and be dangerous for your safety.

7) If the fuel tank has to be drained, this should

be done outdoors and when the engine is

cool.

8) Wear strong work gloves when removing and

reassembling the blades.

9) Check the blades’ balance after sharpening.

SAFETY

10) Take care as the rotation of one blade can

cause the other blade to turn.

11) When the machine is to be parked, stored or

left unattended, lower the cutting means.

12) The ignition key must never be left inserted in

the machine, or where children or persons not

familiar to the machine may reach them.

Before any maintenance or repair, remove the

ignition key.

SEAT

The seat is adjustable to obtain the most

comfortable position

To move the seat fore and aft, move the seat

release lever upward and slide the seat fore or aft as

desired, Figure 1.

Figure 1 - Tractor Seat

INSTRUMENT PANEL

LIGHT SWITCH

The light switch, shown in Figure 2, is located on

the right side of the instrument panel.

KEY START SWITCH

The key start switch is shown in Figure 2.

Turning the key to the left wilt activate the cold-start

aid. Turning the key 10 the right to the “ON” position

will activate the warning lights. Turning the key

further right to the “START” position will start the

engine. Upon release, the key will spring return to

the “ON” position.

Figure 2 - Instrument Panel

The starting circuit can only be activated when

1. Operator is seated,

2. H.S.T foot pedal is released.

3. P.T.O clutch lever is in the “OFF” position.

4. Brake pedal is depressed or parking brake

lever is locked.

Always check to make certain the range shift

lever and lift control lever are in neutral before

attempting to start engine. Refer to page 19

for complete starting instructions.

IMPORTANT : The key start switch must remain in

the “ON” position while operating the engine. The

warning lights and battery charging system will not

function with the switch in the “OFF” position

WARNING LIGHTS

The light switch, shown in Figure 3 is located on the

right side of the instrument panel.

Figure 3-Warning Lights

CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS

The engine temperature, oil pressure, glow plug and

charge indicator warning lights are located as shown

in Figure 3, When the key start switch is turned “ON”

the oil pressure and charge lights come on. After the

engine has been started, the lights should go out

within a few seconds. If they do not go out:

lEngine oil pressure warning light: Stop the

engine immediately and investigate the

cause. It is important to remember that this

light indicates OLI pressure only. The

operator must regularly check the crankcase

for proper oil level.

lCharge indicator warning light: This is an

indication that the charging system is not

operating normally. Investigate the cause as

soon as possible, otherwise the battery will

become fully discharged.

lCoolant temperature warning light: The

warning light is not on under normal operating

conditions. If the light comes on, stop the

engine and investigate. Regularly check the

radiator for proper coolant level. Function of

the indicator light bulb can be checked by

grounding this light at the thermostat.

WARNING: When engine is at

operating temperature always relieve

pressure in the cooling system before

removing the radiator cap.

lGlow plug indicator warning light : This light

comes on when turning the key switch to the

“HEAT” position or “START” position. Refer to

page 19 for ‘starting engine information.

NOTE: Make certain that three warning lights except

for the coolant temperature turn on when turning the

key switch to the “ON” position. If one of them does

not turn on, the bulb should be replaced.

PROOF-METER

The Proof-Meter is located on the left side of the

instrument panel, Figure 4. Turn the key start switch

to the “ON” to operate proof meter.

FUEL GAUGE

The fuel gauge is located on the left side of the

instrument panel, Figure 4.

Figure 4 - Proof Meter, Fuel Gauge and Hand

Throttle

HAND THROTTLE CONTROLS

The hand throttle is shown in Figure 2. Push the

throttle forward to increase engine rpm Pull the

throttle rearward to decrease engine rpm

BRAKE CONTROLS BRAKE PEDAL

Brake pedal is shown in Figure 5.

Speed control lever will be returned to the

“RELEASE” position by depressing the brake pedal

suddenly, if the speed control lever is in the “SET”

position

PARKING BRAKE CONTROL

The parking brake latch, shown in Figure 5, is used

for locking the brake pedal in the applied position.

The parking brake should be applied whenever the

tractor is parked.

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