Rider 1030 BioClip Rider 1200 Operator´s manual Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine.
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CONTENTS Operator’s Manual for Rider 1030 BioClip and Rider 1200 Safety instructions ............................................. 2 Safety rules for USA ........................................ 2 Explanation of symbols ..................................... 4 Safety instructions ............................................. 5 General use ...................................................... 5 Driving on slopes ............................................. 6 Children .......................................
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! 1. Safety rules for USA ! Safe operation practices for ride-on mowers IMPORTANT! This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. General operation 1. Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. 2. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. 3.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IV. Service 1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapours are explosive. a) Use only an approved container. b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refuelling. Do not smoke. c) Never refuel the machine indoors. d) Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as in a water heater. Danger, keep hands and feet away 2. Never run a machine inside a closed area. 3.
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS These symbols are on the machine and in the instructions. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. Read the instructions.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. ! This symbol implies that important safety rules are applicable. This is for your safety and the operating reliability of the machine. General use: • Make yourself familiar with the controls and how to stop quickly. • Read all the instructions in Operator’s Manual and on the machine before starting it. Make sure you understand them, and then follow them.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Watch out for traffic when working close to a road, or crossing one. • Be careful when rounding a fixed object so that the blades do not hit it. Never drive intentionally over a foreign object. • The machine is heavy and can cause very severe crush injuries. Be extra careful when loading it on a trailer or truck. • Be careful when pulling a load or using heavy equipment. a. Only use approved tow hooks. b. Limit the load to what you can manage safely. c. Do not make sharp turns.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not do the following: • Avoid unnecessary turns on slopes, and if turning is necessary turn slowly and gradually, downwards if possible. • Do not cut close to edges, ditches or banks. The machine can suddenly tip over if a wheel goes over the edge of a drop or a ditch, or if a bank gives way. • Do not cut wet grass. It is slippery and the tyres can loose their grip so that the machine slides. • Do not try to stabilise the machine by placing one foot on the ground.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Check the fuel level each time before using the machine, and leave space for the fuel to expand since the heat from the engine and hot sun can cause the fuel to run over. • Avoid overfilling. If petrol has been spilt on the machine wipe it up and wait until it has evaporated before starting the engine. If petrol is spilt on clothes, change them. • Be extra careful when handling battery acid. Spilling acid on the skin can cause severe burn injuries. Rinse immediately with water.
PRESENTATION Presentation The power transmission from the engine is handled by a hydrostatic gearbox which enables stepless variation of the speed with the foot pedals. These instructions describe two machine models, Rider 1030 Bioclip and Rider 1200. Rider 1030 Bioclip and Rider 1200 are fitted with Vanguard V-Twin engines from Briggs & Stratton of 18 h.p. There is one pedal for driving forward and one for reversing. The cutting unit on Rider 1200 has rear ejection with a moving width of 1200 mm.
PRESENTATION Throttle control The throttle control regulates the engine speed, and thereby also the rotation speed of the blades. To increase or reduce the engine speed the control is moved forwards or backwards. Choke lever The choke lever is used for cold starting and to give the engine a richer fuel mixture. For cold starting the lever is moved backwards to its end position. Speed limiter The speed of the machine is steplessly regulated with two pedals.
PRESENTATION Cutting unit Rider 1030 has a Bioclip unit which cuts the grass finely by cutting it several times before it is returned to the lawn as fertiliser. The cutting unit on Rider 1200 has rear ejection, i.e. the grass cuttings are thrown out behind the cutting unit. Lift lever for cutting unit The lift lever is used to set the cutting unit in transport or mowing position. 1. Pull back the lever to the locked position for transport. The cutting unit will lift up and the blades stop rotating. 2.
PRESENTATION Lever for adjustment of the cutting height The cutting height can be adjusted to 7 different positions with the cutting height lever. To achieve an even cutting height it is important that the tyre pressures are the same on the front wheels (60 kPa). Parking brake The parking brake is applied as follows: 1. Push down the brake pedal. 2. Push in the lock button on the steering column. 3. Release the brake pedal while holding the button pressed.
DRIVING Before starting • Read the safety instructions and information on the location and function of the controls before starting (see pages 5–12). • Conduct daily maintenance before starting (see maintenance schedule on page 17). • Adjust the seat to the required position. Starting the engine 1. Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to locked position (transport position) and apply the parking brake. 2. Move the throttle control to the middle position. 3.
DRIVING 5. When the engine starts release the ignition key immediately back to neutral position. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the starter for more than about 5 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, wait about 10 seconds before trying again. 6. Push the choke lever gradually forward when the engine has started. 7. Set the required engine speed with the throttle control. ! WARNING! Never run the engine indoors, in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas.
DRIVING 3. Select the required cutting height (1–7) with the cutting height lever. 4. Push in the lock button on the lift lever and lower down the cutting unit. Cutting tips ! WARNING! Clear the lawn from stones and other objects which can be thrown out by the blades. • Localise and mark stones and other fixed objects to avoid collision. • Start with a high cutting height and reduce down until the required mowing results are obtained.
DRIVING ! WARNING! Never drive the machine on ground at an angle of more than 15°. Mow slopes upwards and downwards, never across. Avoid sudden changes in direction. MAX 15 Stopping the engine Preferably allow the engine to idle for a minute to obtain normal working temperature before stopping it if it has been working hard. 1. Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever back to the locked position. 2. Move the throttle control to the MIN. position. Turn the ignition key to the STOP.
MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance which should be conducted on the machine. For the items which are not described in these instructions go to an authorised service workshop.
MAINTENANCE Dismantling of the machine hoods Engine hood Release the two rubber straps on the rear edge of the engine hood and lift off the hood. Front hood Dismantle the screws (1, 2 and 3) and lift off the front hood. 3 2 1 Right-hand fender Dismantle the foot-plate (1), screws (2 and 3), and lift off the fender. 2 1 3 Left-hand fender Dismantle the screws (1 and 2), and lift off the fender.
MAINTENANCE Check the engine’s oil level Check the oil level in the engine when the machine is horizontal. Dismantle the engine hood as per the description on page 18. Take out the dip stick, wipe off the oil, and insert again. The dip stick must be fully screwed down. Now take out the dip stick again and check the oil level. The oil level should lie between the markings on dip stick. If the level approaches the ADD mark, top up with oil to the FULL mark on the dip stick.
MAINTENANCE Check the transmission’s air intake Check that the transmission’s air intake in not blocked. Check the transmission’s oil level 1. Check the transmission’s oil level by looking through the mesh on the air intake. The oil level should lie between the MIN and MAX markings on the oil canister at 20° C. If oil needs to be added the transmission cover must be dismantled first. Release the two screws (one on each side) and then lift off the transmission cover. 2.
MAINTENANCE Checking and adjustment of the steering wires The steering is controlled by means of wires. These can in time become slack, which implies that the adjustment of the steering becomes altered. Check and adjust the steering as follows: 1. Dismantle the frame-plate by releasing the screws (two on each side). 2. Check the tension of the steering wires by pushing them together (at the arrows).
MAINTENANCE Checking and adjusting the brake Check that the brake is correctly adjusted by placing the machine on a slight downward slope and applying the brake. If the machine does not stand still the brake should be adjusted. The brake is adjusted as follows: 1. Release the lock nuts (A). 2. Tension the wire with the adjusting screw (B) until the play in the wire is taken up. 3. Tighten the lock nuts (A). 4. On completion of the adjustment the brake should be checked again.
MAINTENANCE Replacing the air filter If the engine seems to lack power or does not run smoothly this may be because the air filter is clogged. It is therefore important to replace the air filter at regular intervals (see maintenance schedule on page 17 for correct service interval). The air filter is replaced as follows: 1. Dismantle the engine hood as described on page 18. 2. Fold out the two snap-locks and lift off the cover on the air filter housing. 3.
MAINTENANCE Checking and adjustment of the cutting unit’s ground pressure To achieve the best cutting results the cutting unit should follow the underlying surface without pressing too hard against it. The pressure is adjusted with a screw on each side of the machine. Adjusting of the cutting unit’s ground pressure is conducted as follows: 1. Place a set of bathroom scales under the cutting unit’s frame (front edge) so that it rests on the scales.
MAINTENANCE Checking and adjusting the cutting unit’s parallelism To achieve good mowing results it is important that the unit is parallel with the ground. Check this as follows: 1. Place the machine on a level surface. 2. Measure the distance between the ground and the edge of the unit, at the front and back of the hood. If the values are the same the cutting unit is parallel. If the cutting unit needs adjusting, do as follows: 1 1.
MAINTENANCE Dismantling the cutting unit 2 1 The cutting unit can be released from the machine for cleaning or checking of the blades and screws. 3 Dismantle the cutting unit as follows: 1. Dismantle the front hood as described on page 18. 2. Dismantle the pull-rod (1). A tool can be used when the needle spring is removed to carefully bend out the pull-rod from its holder. 3. Relieve the tensioning pulley (2) by disconnecting the spring (3). 4.
MAINTENANCE Changing the oil The oil should be changed for the first time after 8 hours of running time. Thereafter it should be changed every 50 hours of running time. If the engine is run hard or during high temperatures the oil should be changed every 25 running hours. ! WARNING! Engine oil can be very hot if it is drained off directly after the engine is stopped. Therefore allow the engine to cool down first. Change the oil as follows: 1. Dismantle the engine hood as described on page 18. 2.
MAINTENANCE Replacement of the oil filter 1. Dismantle the engine hood as described on page 18. 2. Drain off the engine oil according to the work description “Changing of engine oil” on page 27. 3. Dismantle the oil filter. If necessary use a filter extractor. 4. Apply new, clean engine oil on the seal for the new filter. 5. Fit the filter and tighten by hand. 6. Run the engine warm and check that there is no leakage round the oil filter seal.
MAINTENANCE Checking and adjustment of the throttle wire Check that the engine responds to the throttle control and that the correct engine speed is achieved at full throttle. If necessary the following adjustment can be made: 1. Release the clamping screw and push the throttle control to full throttle position. 2. Pull the throttle wire’s outer casing to the right and tighten the clamping screw.
MAINTENANCE Checking the tyre pressure The tyre pressure should be 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2) all round. To improve driving the pressure on the rear tyres can be reduced to 40 kPa (0.4 kp/cm2). The maximum tyre pressure is 100 kPa (1.0 kp/cm2). IMPORTANT INFORMATION Different tyre pressures on the front tyres will result in the blades cutting the grass at different heights. Replacement of the fuel filter Replace the fuel filter every 100 running hours (once per season) or more frequently if it is clogged.
TROUBLE SHOOTING SCHEDULE Problem Procedure Engine will not start. • • • • Fuel tank empty. Plugs defective. Plug connections defective. Dirt in carburettor or fuel pipe. Starter does not pull round engine. • • • • • • Battery flat. Bad contact between cables and battery terminals. Lift lever for cutting unit in wrong position. Main fuse blown. The fuse is located in front of the battery under the battery cover. Ignition lock faulty. Gear shift/hydrostat pedal not in neutral.
STORAGE Winter storage At the end of the season the machine should immediately be put in order for storage, also if it is going to stand idle for more than 30 days. Fuel which is left to stand for long periods (30 days or more) can leave tacky deposits which can block the carburettor and interfere with the engine. Fuel stabiliser is an acceptable alternative to avoid tacky deposits during storage. If alkylate petrol (Aspen) is used stabiliser is not necessary since this fuel is stable.
WIRING DIAGRAM 3 5 7 6 4 1 2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Brake switch, hydrostat Microswitch, cutting unit Microswitch, seat Ignition lock Counter Start relay Engine Explanation of colour abbreviations in wiring diagram.
TECHNICAL DATA Rider 1030 Bioclip, Rider 1200 Dimensions Rider 1030 Bioclip Rider 1200 Length Width Height Unladen weight Wheel base Track Tyre size Tyre pressure, front & rear Max. gradient 2300 mm 1120 mm 1085 mm 300 kg 855 mm 710 mm 18 x 7.50 x 8 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2) 15° 2300 mm 1280 mm 1085 mm 300 kg 855 mm 710 mm 18 x 7.50 x 8 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2) 15° Briggs & Stratton Vanguard V-Twin model 350777, type 1123, trim A1 13.7/18 kW/h.p. 570 cm3 Min. 92 octane leaded or unleaded Min.
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