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SF225
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SCMA54
SCMB60
SSM54
SBC950
O p e r a t o r’ s M a n u a l
MOWER DECKS:
SBC950
Parts code : 1832-912-102-0-EN ENGLISH
Publishing date : 6th January 2021 -Original Instructions-
Printed in Japan
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS..............................................2 CHAPTER 5. CONTROLS AND METERS............... 32
1. CONTROL PANEL (SF237).............................. 32
CHAPTER 1. FOR SAFE OPERATION...................... 5 1.1. STARTER SWITCH................................... 33
1. TO THE CUSTOMER......................................... 5 1.2. COMBINATION SWITCH.......................... 33
2. HOW TO BE A SAFE OPERATOR..................... 5 1.3. BEACON SWITCH.................................... 33
3. BEFORE STARTING THE FRONT MOWER..... 6 1.4. HAZARD SWITCH.................................... 33
4. OPERATION OF THE FRONT MOWER............ 7 1.5. PTO SWITCH (6)...................................... 34
5. OPERATION ON A SLOPE................................ 9 1.6. MODE SELECT SWITCH (5).................... 34
6. DRIVING ON PUBLIC ROADS........................ 10 1.7. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUST SWITCH
7. LOADING ONTO OR UNLOADING FROM A (SCMB60-H).............................................. 34
TRUCK............................................................. 10 1.8. MONITOR LAMP ARRAY (SF237)............ 35
8. WHEN FILLING WITH FUEL.............................11 1.9. FUEL GAUGE (SF237)............................. 37
9. MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING OF THE 1.10. HOUR METER (SF237).......................... 37
MOWER DRIVE SHAFT.................................. 12 1.11. COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE
10. INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE.............. 12 (SF237)............................................................ 37
11. MAINTENANCE OF THE ELECTRIC SYSTEM 1.12. SOOT LOAD / FAILT CODE INDICATION
....................................................................... 14 (SF237)............................................................ 37
11.1. TO MAINTAIN ELECTRIC WIRING......... 14 1.13. DPF REGENERATION SWITCH (SF237)
11.2. TO HANDLE THE BATTERY................... 14 (Regeneration request lamp).................. 37
11.3. TO HANDLE BOOSTER CABLES.......... 15 1.14. DPF REGENERATION INHIBIT SWITCH
12. TIRES AND WHEELS.................................... 15 (Regeneration inhibit lamp) (SF237)...... 38
13. BEFORE STORING THE FRONT MOWER... 15 1.15. ECO-MODE SWITCH (SF237)............... 38
14. LONG TERM STORAGE................................ 15 1.16. COOLANT TEMPERATURE WARNING
15. CAUTION LABELS & THEIR POSITIONS..... 17 SYSTEM (HORN AND LAMP)................ 38
On the front mower............................................... 17 2. CONTROL PANEL (SF225).............................. 39
On the mower deck.............................................. 21 2.1. STARTER SWITCH (SF225)..................... 40
On the collector.................................................... 24 2.2. COMBINATION SWITCH.......................... 40
2.3. BEACON SWITCH (SF225)...................... 41
CHAPTER 2. WARRANTY AND AFTER-SALE CARE... 26 2.4. HAZARD SWITCH (SF225)...................... 41
1. WARRANTY..................................................... 26 2.5. PTO SWITCH (6)...................................... 41
2. AFTER-SALE CARE........................................ 26 2.6. MODE SELECT SWITCH (5).................... 41
3. SERIAL NUMBER PLATE................................ 26 2.7. MONITOR LAMP ARRAY (SF225)............ 42
Front mower (SF225 & SF237)........................ 26 2.8. FUEL GAUGE (SF225) ............................ 43
Mower deck (SCMA54 & SCMB60 & SCMB60-H 2.9. HOUR METER (SF225)............................ 43
& SSM54)......................................................... 26 2.10. COOLANT TEMPERATURE WARNING
Collector (SBC950).......................................... 26 SYSTEM (HORN AND LAMP)................ 43
3. CONTROL PEDALS & LEVERS...................... 44
CHAPTER 3. SPECIFICATIONS.............................. 27 3.1. BRAKE PEDAL (1).................................... 44
FRONT MOWERS............................................... 27 3.2. HST FORWARD TRAVEL PEDAL (2)....... 44
MOWER DECKS.................................................. 28 3.3. HST REVERSE TRAVEL PEDAL (3)........ 44
COLLECTOR....................................................... 28 3.4. DIFF-LOCK PEDAL (4)............................. 44
3.5. PARKING BRAKE LEVER (5)................... 45
FRONT MOWER SECTION 3.6. TILT LEVER (6)......................................... 45
4. FENDER PANEL.............................................. 45
CHAPTER 4. NAME OF MAJOR COMPONENTS... 31 4.1. MOWER LIFT LEVER (1).......................... 45
4.2. COLLECTOR LIFT LEVER (2).................. 45
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The manual should be kept in a handy place so you can WARNING: This symbol together with the
refer to it when required. word WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in SERIOUS INJURY OR EVEN
DEATH.
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2.4. All operators should evaluate their health and 2.9. Inspect the front mower periodically. If not, this
ability to operate a front mower safely enough to may not only shorten the front mower's service
protect themselves and others from serious injury. life but also make safe and efficient operation
Do not operate the front mower while you are impossible.
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
2.10. Never use the front mower out of normal usage
even if it is not mentioned at this operator's
manual.
FIG. 1-3
2.8. Never permit the following persons to operate the
front mower:
- Persons not properly trained to operate the front
mower
- Persons who cannot understand the instructions
mentioned in this operator’s manual and on the
caution labels
- Pregnant women FIG. 1-4
- Children; Local regulations may restrict the age
of the operator.
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3.8. Start the engine with the starter switch only. 4. OPERATION OF THE FRONT MOWER
Never attempt to start the engine by shorting the
terminals, or the front mower may move abruptly, 4.1. When the front mower is running, stay away from
and result in unexpected accidents. the discharge opening, the cutting unit(s), and all
moving parts.
3.9. Do not run the engine in an enclosed area where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. 4.2. During operation, never allow anyone, especially
Sufficient ventilation should be provided when children, and animals to be in the vicinity of
starting the engine in an enclosed area. the front mower. Do not direct the discharge at
anyone.
FIG. 1-5
FIG. 1-6
3.10. Make sure of safety around the front mower and 4.3. When you are working with co-workers, be sure
move slowly when starting. Abrupt starting may to alert them by signalling before you take a new
cause unexpected accidents. action.
3.11. Become familiar with the operation, particularly, 4.4. When operating the front mower, you should be
the stopping of the front mower. You should be seated in the operator's seat properly, hold the
skillful enough to be able to stop the front mower steering wheel by both hands, and look in the
at will. direction in which the front mower advances.
Avoid looking a side or holding the steering wheel
3.12. Use only attachments and accessories approved by one hand during operation.
by the manufacturer and install and operate them
as directed. 4.5. Always be sure to operate the front mower from
the driver's seat with seat belt. Never attempt to
3.13. When your front mower is equipped with an get on or off the front mower while it is travelling.
implement other than a standard mower deck
such as a collector, a cabin, etc., never fail to
ask your dealers about machine balance. Always
follow their advice.
4.6. Slow down before turning the front mower. for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide
Turning at high speed may cause the front mower obstacles.
to turn over.
4.14. Never rest a foot on the brake pedal. If so, the
brakes disc wear rapidly, which may lead to
serious accidents.
FIG. 1-7 4.17. Never attempt to operate without the drive shaft
cover in place.
4.7. Do not mow on wet grass. The front mower may
slide. 4.18. Do not attempt to adjust the cutting height while
the engine is running.
4.8. Never attempt to depress the diff-lock pedal while
turning around the front mower. Turning with the 4.19. Adjust the cutting height with the gauge wheels
diff-lock on may cause the front mower to turn in accordance with the condition of the ground
over. surface at the working site. Mowing on rough
ground with low cutting height may cause
4.9. Look down and behind you and ensure a clear the blades to hit soil or stones, which is very
path before you move the front mower backward. dangerous.
4.10. Do not mow while moving backward unless it is 4.20. If you strike an object or if the front mower
absolutely necessary. vibrates abnormally, stop the front mower
immediately, wait for all moving parts to stop,
4.11. Never operate the front mower in terrain where and inspect the cutting unit (s). Make all repairs
there are ditches, holes, or steps easy to before you resume operation.
collapse. In such a place, the front mower could
turn over or fall. 4.21. Be sure to keep the grass discharging part
clean. A clogged discharging part may cause the
discharge cover to open, resulting in scattering of
grass and stones, which is very dangerous.
FIG. 1-8
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FIG. 1-11
deck be operated on a slope. All slopes require extra
caution; no slope is safe.
FIG. 1-10 You can lose control of the front mower on a slope
because of one of the following:
4.29. Never carry children, even when the cutting - the wheels lack traction; you are driving the front
means are not moving. Children may fall off mower too fast.
the front mower and become seriously injured - you are not braking properly; the front mower type is
or prevent you from operating the front mower not suited for the task.
safely. Children who have been given rides in the - you are unaware of the ground conditions (especially
past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for slopes).
another ride and be run over or backed over by - you incorrectly hitch an attachment or distribute a load
the front mower.
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If the front mower has to be used on a slope, DO NOT 5.8. Mow up and down a slope; do not mow across it.
use it on a slope of more than "12° ". Even if using it
on a slope of less than "12° ", be sure to abide by the 5.9. Mow a slope by moving slowly. Do not suddenly
following instructions. change your speed or direction.
A slope angle of 12° is specified with the front mowers 5.10. Do not turn on a slope unless it is necessary, and
equipped with the attachments mentioned respectively. then, turn slowly downhill, if possible.
- The front mower is not equipped with any attachments
or a cabin than a standard mower deck and collector. 5.11. If the tires lose traction, disengage the cutting
- The front mower is equipped with a standard mower unit(s) and proceed slowly, straight down the
deck and collector slope. Do not apply the brake on the front mower
that is sliding down a slope. Engage the clutch
Grass catchers and other attachments can change slowly and always keep the front mower in gear,
the stability of the front mower. Follow the instructions especially when travelling downhill.
for adding weight to improve the stability of the front
mower. When your front mower is equipped with an 5.12. Do not use the grass catcher(s) while you are
implement other than standard, such as a cabin, etc., mowing a steep slope.
never fail to ask your dealer about machine balance.
Always follow their advice. 5.13. Do not try to stabilize the front mower by putting
The ROPS is a safety device. your foot on the ground.
- Keep the ROPS in the vertical and locked position.
Parts code of weight Quantity Note 5.14. Avoid stopping the front mower on a slope.
Weight (Rear) SET 1832-923-600-00 1
Bumper SET 1728-410-360-00 1
Set equipment
Weight (15) SET 1614-922-200-20 5 (Max) 6. DRIVING ON PUBLIC ROADS
Always use the seat belt when you operate the 6.1. This front mower cannot be driven on a public
mower. Make sure the seat belt can be released road without authorization by a local government
quickly in an emergency. agency, etc. Therefore it may be illegal for the
- The ROPS should only be folded if absolutely front mower not only to travel on but also to cross
necessary for storage. Do not operate the mower a public road.
with the ROPS in the folded position. There is no roll
over protection with the ROPS in the folded position. 6.2. When transporting the front mower on a public
- Do not use the seat belt with the ROPS in the folded road, load it on a truck or trailer.
position.
- Do
not remove the ROPS from the mower.
(ISEKI original seat : 1832-611-210-10) 7. LOADING ONTO OR UNLOADING FROM A TRUCK
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7.3. When loading the front mower onto a truck, lift up 7.7. Drive the front mower carefully at the moment
the mower deck fully and advance it straight at when the front mower moves from the ramps onto
sufficiently low speeds. Drive it backward when the platform for it changes angles abruptly.
unloading it from the truck or trailer.
7.8. When the front mower is loaded on the truck,
lower the mower deck onto the truck bed, stop
the engine, apply parking brakes, and withdraw
the starter key, chock the wheels, and rope it
securely to the truck. Refrain from unnecessary
abrupt starting, stopping, and turning during
transportation, or the front mower may shift
position on the truck, which is very dangerous.
7.5. Use ramps with the same or better specifications 8.2. Do not remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel to the
mentioned below. When the front mower is tank while the engine is running or hot. Wait until
equipped with attachments other than those the engine cools down sufficiently.
included in the specifications mentioned below,
ask your dealer for advice. 8.3. Do not completely fill the fuel tank. Add fuel to the
tank until the level inside the tank is just below
Specifications of the ramps the bottom of the filler neck. The empty space
・Length more than 4 times the height of the allows the fuel to expand.
platform of the truck
・Width (effective width) more than 30 cm 8.4. If you spill fuel, clean it up and do not attempt to
・Required quantity 2 ramps start the engine until the vapour has dissipated.
・Capacity (one ramp) more than 750 kg
・Ramps should have anti-skid surfaces. 8.5. When fueling under certain circumstances, a
・
The above specifications are effective with the static charge may develop and ignite the fuel.
front mower with the following configurations.
- T he front mower is not equipped with any 8.6. Use only an approved fuel container to store fuel.
attachments or a cabin than a standard mower
deck and collector. 8.7. Do not store the front mower or the fuel container
- The front mower is equipped with a standard near a source of open flame, such as a water
mower deck and collector. heater.
The mower gear box is driven through a drive shaft with 10.4. Service the front mower in a place sufficiently
universal joints from the front mower. When connecting illuminated, or darkness may cause unexpected
or disconnecting the shaft, follow the next instructions. accidents.
9.1. Lower the mower deck onto the ground, stop 10.5. Do not adjust or repair the front mower while the
the engine, draw the engine key, and apply the engine is running.
parking brakes before mounting or dismounting
the drive shaft. 10.6. When servicing the front mower or mounting or
dismounting the mower deck, stop the engine
9.2. Push the PTO switch to the OFF position. and Remove the key to prevent someone from
accidentally starting the engine and apply the
9.3. Make sure that the PTO shaft and mower blades parking brakes.
stop completely.
10.2. Be sure to wear safety glasses and gloves when 10.7. The engine, muffler, radiator, etc. are very hot just
servicing the front mower. after operation, so wait until those heated parts
cool down sufficiently to avoid burns.
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Careless removal of the radiator cap can cause 10.15. Never step on the mower deck, or the mower
serious injury because of superheated water deck may be damaged or deformed, which may
vapor. lead to breakdown or accidents.
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(2) Before manipulating electric parts, be sure to (3) Loosen electric terminals or connectors may not
disconnect the earth battery cable (-), or you may only lower electrical performance but also cause
get an electric shock or be injured by sparks. short circuit or leakage of electricity, which may
lead to a fire. Promptly repair or replace damaged
wiring.
FIG. 1-19
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12.1. Be sure to keep tire pressures at the levels 13.7. To avoid fire hazard, keep the engine, muffler,
specified in this manual. Excessively high tire battery, and fuel storage area free of grass,
pressure may result in explosion, which may lead leaves, or excessive grease.
to physical accidents.
13.8. Never cover a hot front mower just after operation
with a tarpaulin or the like, or the heated engine
and related parts may cause a fire.
14.1. Never store the mower with fuel in the tank inside
a building where fumes can reach an open flame
or spark
14.2. Lower the cutting unit(s) when you store the front
mower, unless you lock the cutting unit(s) into
position.
FIG. 1-20
14.3 Allow the engine to cool before storing the front
mower in any enclosure.
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The following labels are stuck on the front mower and mower deck. You should of course read the caution instructions
in the manual. But never fail to read the labels on the front mower as well. Their respective code numbers are also
mentioned below, so order them from your dealer if any of them are lost or damaged.
5 9 6 5 (SF237)
5 (SF237) 5 (SF225)
4 3
12
10
11
FIG. 1-21
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A B C D E F G H I J
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SCMA54
FIG. 1-22
SCMB60
FIG. 1-23
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SCMB60-H
FIG. 1-24
SSM54
6 2 1 4
1 5 1
3
FIG. 1-25
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On the collector
SBC950
FIG. 1-26
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2. AFTER-SALE CARE
FIG. 2-4
(4) Model name and serial number
FIG. 2-1
3 3
FIG. 2-2
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FRONT MOWERS
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MOWER DECKS
COLLECTOR
Model SBC950
Type -
Overall length 1 400 mm (55.1 in.)
Dimensions Overall width 1 100 mm (43.3 in.)
Overall height 1 750 mm (68.9 in.)
Weight 160 kg (352.7 lb.)
Container capacity 950 liters
2 130 mm (SF225)
Height of lift
2 250 mm (SF237)
1 967 mm (SF225)
Height of dump
2 090 mm (SF237)
Lift system Hydraulic
Dump system Hydraulic
No. of lift cylinder 2
No. of dump cylinder 2
Piston & cylinder Lift 25 x 45 x 261 mm
Dia. x stroke Dump 20 x 40 x 206 mm
Full sensor system -
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FRONT MOWER SECTION
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FIG. 4-1
(1) Mower lift lever
(2) Diff-lock pedal
(3) Parking brake lever
(4) Throttle lever
(5) Collector dump lever
(6) Collector lift lever
(7) Tilt lever
(8) Control panel
(9) Brake pedal
(10) HST forward travel pedal
(11) HST reverse travel pedal
(12) 4WD lever
(13) Cup holder
(14) Fuel cap
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10 9
1
2
3 4
5 6
FIG. 5-1
(1) Starter switch
(2) Combination switch
(3) Beacon switch
(4) Hazard switch
(5) Mode select switch
(6) PTO switch
(7) Monitor lamp array
(8) DPF manual regeneration switch
(9) DPF regeneration inhibit switch
(10) Eco-mode switch
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B
Turn switch
right-hand
2nd
1st
A B 1
Turn switch left-hand
FIG. 5-3
FIG. 5-2
low beam passing
A high beam
(1) Starter switch
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1.5. PTO SWITCH (6) 1.7. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUST SWITCH (SCMB60-H)
PTO switch (6) engages and disengages both blower NOTE: Cutting height adjust switch (1) is for SCMB60-
and mower PTO. H. Therefore, this switch will be installed to
SF237 only when customer selects SCMB60-H
To engage PTO, PTO switch (6) to right and pull it up. .
To disengage PTO, push in PTO switch (6). This switch Before starting mowing, adjust the cutting height with
is spring loaded and automatically returns to off position. cutting height adjust switch (1). Cutting height can be
adjusted between 25 mm to 125 mm. Cutting height can
NOTE: When the collector or the mower deck is lifted, be confirmed by the gauge (G).
blower PTO cannot be operated.
(a): Raise the cutting height.
(b): Lower the cutting height.
1.6. MODE SELECT SWITCH (5)
Mode select switch (5) selects which function, blower
and mower, to be operated. This switch is a seesaw
switch and has three positions.
a
1
b
FIG. 5-7
FIG. 5-6
FIG. 5-8
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FIG. 5-9
: :Beacon lamp:
The lamp illuminates while the beacon is used. :Grass collector lamp:
Beacon lamp is optional. T he lamp works only when the machine is
equipped with the collector. It illuminates and
: : Fuel empty lamp: the warning horn also sounds when the collector
The lamp illuminates while the fuel tank is empty. is filled with grass with the PTO to ON position.
When the mower PTO and blower PTO are
:Fuel filter sedimenter lamp: turned to OFF, the warning horn stops. The lamp
The lamp illuminates when water accumulates in turns off when the collector become empty.
the filter.
:Mower PTO lamp:
IMPORTANT: When the lamp is illuminated, it means The lamp illuminates while the mower PTO is
that water is accumulated in the filter. operated.
Therefore, drain water from fuel filter
drain plug. :Blower PTO lamp:
The lamp illuminates while the blower PTO is
:Parking lamp: operated.
The lamp illuminates while starter switch is in the
ON position and parking brake is applied. :Position lamp:
T he lamp illuminates while position lamp of
IMPORTANT: Always release the parking brake lever combination switch is ON position.
and make sure that the lamp is turned
off before driving the front mower to pre- :High beam lamp:
vent abnormal brake wear. The lamp illuminates while high beam light of
combination switch is ON position.
:Mower mode lamp:
The lamp illuminates when mode select switch is :Reverse radiator fan lamp:
set to "Mower operating mode" or "Mower/Blower The lamp illuminates while the radiator fan turns
operating" mode. in reverse.
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:4WD lamp:
The lamp illuminates while 4WD lever is in the :Glow lamp:
LOCK(PERM) position and turns off while it is in he lamp illuminates when the starter switch is
T
the AUTO(AUT.) position. turned to GLOW position. (The lamp does not
turn off if glow is ready.)
:Turn signal lamp (right-hand side):
The lamp illuminates while the turn signal switch : Exhaust gas high temperature & Diesel
is in the right-hand turn signal, or hazard switch exhaust gas treatment system warning lamp:
is ON position. The lamp illuminates when the exhaust gas
becomes hot. (During DPF regeneration, exhaust
:NOX lamp: gas becomes hot and the lamp illuminates.) Also,
The lamp illuminates together with "Diagnosis the lamp illuminates together with Diagnosis
lamp" when EGR device, reduce NOx in the lamp" when DPF device, reduce PM in the
exhaust gas, is not functioning. exhaust gas, is not functioning.
IMPORTANT: When the lamp is illuminated, stop op- IMPORTANT: When the lamp is illuminated which
erating immediately and contact your means that exhaust gas is hot, you can
dealer. continue operating but do not operate
near long grasses and burnable stuff.
:Oil pressure lamp: When the lamp is illuminated together
The lamp illuminates when the engine oil is not with "Diagnosis lamp" which means
circulating normally. It also illuminates when that DPF device is not functioning, stop
the key turns to the ON position or the START operating immediately and contact your
position while the engine stops but turns off as dealer.
soon as the engine starts.
:Diagnosis lamp:
The lamp illuminates when there is an abnormality
in the engine.
1.9. FUEL GAUGE (SF237) 1.12. SOOT LOAD / FAILT CODE INDICATION (SF237)
Fuel gauge (1) indicates fuel level in the fuel tank when Soot load (1) is displayed on the display.
the starter switch is at the "ON" position.
1
2
FIG. 5-10
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3. H
ST pedal in neutral, switch off PTO, set the throttle 1.16. COOLANT TEMPERATURE WARNING SYSTEM
lever to idling speed, and apply the parking brake (HORN AND LAMP)
strongly. When the engine coolant is overheated, the warning
horn sounds for 2 seconds and Engine coolant
4. Press DPF regeneration switch (1) for 3 seconds. warning lamp illuminates. Rotation of the radiator fan is
reversed for a few seconds, and then PTO is stopped
5. E
ngine revolution increases automatically and DPF automatically.
regeneration starts.
When the warning horn sounds, decelerated the engine
IMPORTANT: DO NOT depress HST pedal or release to idling, and wait until the warning horn turns off.
parking brake except in case of emer-
gency. If so, DPF regeneration stops. When the warning horn turns off, stop the engine and
correct the trouble (clogged grass or dust around
6. It takes 30 minutes to finish DPF regeneration. engine, radiator, etc.). Then re-start operation.
When DPF regeneration finishes, engine revolution
decreases. WARNING: When inspecting the radiator, be
sure that the engine cools down sufficiently.
Never release the radiator cap while the
1.14. D
PF REGENERATION INHIBIT SWITCH coolant is hot, or boiling water will gush
(Regeneration inhibit lamp) (SF237) out.
During DPF regeneration, exhaust gas becomes hot.
In case that you want to inhibit DPF regeneration,
operating near flammable material or other necessary
reasons,
FIG. 5-13
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4 3 5 6
FIG. 5-14
(1) Starter switch
(2) Combination switch
(3) Beacon switch
(4) Hazard switch
(5) Mode select switch
(6) PTO switch
(7) Hour meter
(8) Monitor lamp array
(9) Fuel gauge
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FIG. 5-15
(1) Starter switch FIG. 5-16
:OFF position:
the engine stops, and all electric circuits are
turned off.
:ON position:
the key turns to this position after starting the
engine and remains at this position during
operation.
:GLOW position:
the engine is pre-heated
:START position:
the starter motor is switched on. FIG. 5-17
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FIG. 5-19
FIG. 5-18
(3) Beacon switch (4) Hazard switch
(5) Mode select switch (6) PTO switch
(7) Cutting height adjust switch
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FIG. 5-20
The lamp illuminates while the radiator fan turns :Parking lamp:
in reverse. The lamp illuminates while starter switch is in the
ON position and parking brake is applied.
:Oil pressure lamp:
The lamp illuminates when the engine oil is not IMPORTANT: Always release the parking brake lever
circulating normally. It also illuminates when and make sure that the lamp is turned
the key turns to the ON position or the START off before driving the front mower to pre-
position while the engine stops but turns off as vent abnormal brake wear.
soon as the engine starts.
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:Glow lamp:
The lamp illuminates when the starter switch is
turned to ON position. (The lamp turns off when
pre-heating is finished.)
FIG. 5-22
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When the warning horn sounds, decelerated the engine which will cause various troubles such
to idling, and wait until the warning horn turns off. as difficulty in stopping the front mower,
changing over between forward travel
When the warning horn turns off, stop the engine and and reverse travel, etc., which is very
correct the trouble (clogged grass or dust around dangerous.
engine, radiator, etc.). Then re-start operation. When the HST units is out of order, ask
your dealer to repair it. The adjustment
WARNING: When inspecting the radiator, be of neutral position of the HST unit should
sure that the engine cools down sufficiently. be done by your dealer.
Never release the radiator cap while the
coolant is hot, or boiling water will gush
out. 3.4. DIFF-LOCK PEDAL (4)
To minimize the turning radius of the front mower, the
differential gear system is installed, which causes the
3. CONTROL PEDALS & LEVERS right and left driving wheels to turn at different speed
when turning. On the other hand, it causes the wheels to
3.1. BRAKE PEDAL (1)
slip on wet grass or soft ground. In such a case, lower
The front mower stops travelling by depressing this engine speed and depress the diff-lock pedal, and both
pedal. wheels turn at the same speed, which results in
straighter travelling.
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3.5. PARKING BRAKE LEVER (5) CAUTION: When servicing or leaving the
Use parking brake lever when parking the front mower. front mower, be sure to lower the mower
Pull up the lever, and parking brake is applied. In order deck to the ground.
to maximize the performance of the parking brake,
depress the brake pedal, and then apply the parking IMPORTANT: Do not hold the mower lift lever too long
brake. Push in the top button and lower the lever to in the UP position, or it may damage the
release the brake. The parking lamp illuminates with hydraulic system.
starter switch in the ON position while parking lever is 1 3
pulled upward. Release the parking lever before starting
the front mower and make sure that the parking lamp
turns off.
2
CAUTION:
・N ever start travelling with the parking
brake applied, or the brake performance
will deteriorate soon or, even worse, the
brake system could break down. In the
worst case, the brake system may cause 4
fire by heated brake drum if inflammables
around the brake system is not properly
removed.
・When leaving the front mower, be sure to FIG. 5-25
apply the parking brake.
(1) Mower lift lever
NOTE: When the HST forward travel pedal or HST (2) Collector lift lever
reverse travel pedal is depressed with applying (3) Collector dump lever
the parking lever, the warning horn sounds. (4) Throttle lever
With this lever, the lift link for mower deck is raised or With this lever, the engine speed is controlled.
lowered. LOW: Move the lever backward (towards the " turtle "
mark), the engine decelerates.
DOWN: Move the lever forward, the lift link is lowered. HIGH:M ove the lever forward (towards the " rabbit "
The lever can be held on the lowest position. mark), the engine accelerates.
Return the lever to neutral by hand.
UP: Move the lever backward, the lift is raised. Lever
returns to neutral when your hand is released. 5. OTHER CONTROLS
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FIG. 5-26
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1. INSPECTION ITEMS
・ Tire inflation
・ Exterior parts (broken or deformed covers or the like)
・ Oil leakage (engine oil, transmission oil, fuel, etc.)
・ Cleaning of air-intake
・ Engine oil level
・ Coolant level
・ Cooling fan belt
・ Fuel level
・ Fuel filter
・ Transmission oil level
・ Front and rear wheel tightening bolts and nuts
・ Cleaning of radiator and radiator screen
・ Electrical apparatus
・ Mower blades
・ Mower exterior parts like covers damage and
deformation
・ Oil leakage from mower gear case
・ Cleaning of gauge wheels
・ Loosen, broken or lost pins and clips
・ Loosen blower fan
・ Broken blower intake tube
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1. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE collector lift lever (3) and collector dump lever (4)
forward.
CAUTION:
・B efore starting the engine, be sure to f. Depress the brake pedal (5) fully.
carry out the pre-operation inspection in
accordance with the periodical inspection g. Insert the starter key into the starter switch (6) and
table. turn the key to the ON position. Make sure that
・Follow instructions given in " CHAPTER 1. the charge lamp and oil pressure lamp are both
FOR SAFE OPERATION. " illuminated.
・Follow instructions given on the caution
labels on the front mower, mower deck h. Move the throttle lever (7) to an intermediate speed
and collector. position between the high speed and low speed
positions.
2. STARTING THE ENGINE i. Turn the starter switch to the GLOW position and
hold it there for five to ten seconds.
WARNING: Never attempt to start the engine
in an enclosed place with poor ventilation.
Be sure to provide sufficient ventilation, as 2 4
exhaust fumes can be lethal.
7
A B
FIG. 7-2
c. Apply the parking brake (1) securely. IMPORTANT: If the oil pressure remain illuminate, stop
the engine immediately and check the
d. Move the mower lift lever (2) forward to the DOWN engine lubrication system.
position.
n. Continue the warming up of front mower at least for
e. Lift down and dump down the collector by moving 5 minutes.
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IMPORTANT: ・N ever turn the starter key to the c. (When mowing): Move the throttle lever to the HIGH
START position after the engine starts, speed position to accelerate the engine.
otherwise the starter motor will be (When travelling): Move the throttle lever to the HIGH
damaged. speed position.
・Insufficient idling time will cause poor
lubrication of the engine due to high d. Shift the mower lift lever to UP position to lift up the
viscosity of engine oil, which will lead mower deck from the ground.
to a shorter life of the engine.
e. When front mower is attaching a collector, be sure
CAUTION: to lower the container.
During engine warming up, be sure to apply
the parking brake to avoid the front mower CAUTION:
travelling unexpectedly ・Starting to travel at high speeds without
lifting up the mower deck will cause the
NOTE: Warming up criteria and atmospheric tempera- mower blades to hit stones or stocks,
tures: which may result in break-down of the
front mower or serious accidents.
Atmospheric temperatures Required warming up ・When starting to travel, be sure to lower
the container. Otherwise it may cause the
Higher than 0 ℃ (32°F) 5 to 10 minutes
front mower to turn over, which is very
0 ℃ to -10℃ (32°F to 14°F) 10 to 20 minutes dangerous.
-10℃ to -20℃ (14°F to -4°F) 20 to 30 minutes
Lower than -20℃ (-4°F) more than 30 minutes f. Make sure that the parking brake lever is released.
CAUTION: Never start travelling with the g. Release the brake pedal gradually.
parking brake applied, otherwise the brake
performance will deteriorate soon or, even IMPORTANT: For your safety, before moving forward
worse, the brake system could break down. the front mower, check the conditions in
In the worst case, the brake system front of and around the front mower.
may cause fire by heated brake drum if
inflammable around the brake system is not h. The steering wheel is very light to turn, for the
properly removed. steering system is assisted hydraulically. Naturally
the front mower turns to right when the steering
wheel is turned clockwise and vice versa.
3. TRAVELLING
CAUTION:
CAUTION: ・Never attempt to turn the steering wheel
・Before having become sufficiently familiar abruptly when travelling at high speed,
with the operation of the front mower, be which is very dangerous.
sure to operate it in a spacious, flat and ・N ever attempt to make a sharp turn on
unobstructed place with good visibility, a slope. Slow down sufficiently and turn
and confirm the function of each control. the steering wheel slowly to prevent the
・Check the place to mow beforehand for mower from turning over or falling down.
bumps, ditches, mounds, steps, slopes,
inclination, softness, water pools and i. Depress the HST forward travel pedal softly,
etc. in order to avoid accidents such as and then the front mower starts travelling. When
turnover, fall, side-sliding of the front reversing the front mower, depress the HST reverse
mower. travel pedal softly, and then the front mower starts
reversing slowly. Buzzer sounds when front mower
a. Start the engine. (Refer to Chapter 7.2) is moving to backward.
4. 4WD LEVER From another point of view, when you try to turn the front
mower on a slope, rear wheel driving power is lost and
By 4WD lever (1), 2WD/4WD automatic change-over the front mower may slip down the slope, which is also
and permanent 4WD is selectable. very dangerous.
5. STOPPING
FIG. 7-3
1 2
(1) 4WD lever
IMPORTANT: ・Be sure to shift the 4WD lever to the CAUTION: Park the front mower on flat,
"AUTO" position when operating on level ground and make sure that the parking
level ground, as level ground opera- brake is applied securely. In order to
tion with the 4WD selected leads to a maximize the performance of the parking
larger turning radius and may cause brake, depress the brake pedal, and then
turf damage. apply the parking brake.
・W hen shifting the 4WD lever, slow
down the travelling speed below 1 km/ d. Shift the mower lift lever, 6, to DOWN position to
h and make the machine go straight. lower the mower deck onto the ground.
CAUTION: When operating the front mower CAUTION: When stopping the front mower,
on a slope, be sure the 4WD lever is locked lower the mower deck onto the ground
in the 4WD position from the reasons without fail to avoid unexpected accidents.
mentioned below:
c. Remove the starter key from the starter switch. (1) DPF regeneration request lamp/switch
(2) DPF regeneration inhibit lamp/switch
CAUTION: When you leave the front mower,
be sure to stop the engine and remove the Regeneration is the procedure of removing the soot
starter key to prevent the front mower from deposits from the diesel particulate filter (DPF). The DPF
starting unexpectedly by children or regeneration procedure includes these modes:
unauthorized people.
- Normal mode:
(Soot load is less than 80%)
There are no restrictions on the machine operation.
The DPF lamp (1) is not illuminated.
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Automatic 80 -
regeneration 100%
Manual
100 -
User
regeneration
120%
(1st stage) Press "DPF
Buzzer (Blinking)
regeneration
Manual switch • Output 50%
120 -
regeneration • Engine
140%
(2nd stage) 1 500 rpm
Buzzer (Blinking)
Buzzer (Lighting)
Process
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CHAPTER 8. MAINTENANCE
1. MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION FILL
FIG. 8-1
*Low-ash engine oil (Oil quality: higher than API standard CK-4) must be used. Using not applicable engine oil would
cause early DPF clogging due to the ash “Ash” is the material additives contained in engine oil.
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Before Operation
First 50 Hours
Remarks
100 Hours
150 Hours
200 Hours
250 Hours
300 Hours
350 Hours
400 Hours
600 Hours
2 Years
1 Year
1 Engine oil 〇 ● ● ● ● Replace after initial 50 hours and then every 200 hours.
2 Engine oil filter ● ● Replace after initial 50 hours and then every 400 hours.
8 Fuel filter 〇 ● ● Clean as required. Replace every 300 hours or once / year.
13 Transmission oil 〇 ● ● ● Replace after initial 50 hours and then every 300 hours.
Severe operating conditions (wet, dusty, etc.), or when previous servicing has indicated the need for more frequent
action, intervals may need to be more often.
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2. SERVICE ACCESS
2 1
FIG. 8-3
SF237
1
FIG. 8-2
CAUTION: When opening / closing the hood, b. Wipe the end of the dipstick with dry cloth.
be sure to stop the engine and remove the
starter key. c. Then insert it into the engine properly.
d. P
ull it out again. The oil level should be between the
upper, A, and lower, B, limits.
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e. If the level is lower than the lower limit, replenish IMPORTANT:(SF237)
through the engine oil filler (1) to the upper limit with ・Low-ash engine oil (Oil quality: higher
the same kind of oil as that in the engine. than API standard CK-4) must be
used. Using not applicable engine oil
would cause early DPF clogging due
B A to the ash “Ash” is the material addi-
tives contained in engine oil.
・After finishing the maintenance includ-
1 ing long time DPF regeneration, re-
place the engine oil. Because there is
a possibility of fuel mixing with engine
oil, and oil viscosity decreases.
・Never replenish with a different kind of
oil. The addition of different kind of oil
will deteriorate the quality of the origi-
nal oil.
・The oil level should not exceed the up-
FIG. 8-6 per limit. Excessive oil will cause en-
gine trouble.
(1) Reserve tank A: Upper limit B: Lower limit ・U se oil of the quality recommended
by ISEKI or 10W-30 CC grade of SAE
CAUTION: Stop the engine and wait at least classification or higher quality.
5 minutes before checking the oil level. ・U se oil of proper viscosity in accor-
Engine oil is so hot just after operation as to dance with the atmospheric tempera-
cause burns and it takes some time as well ture.
for all the oil to return to the oil pan.
4. ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT
Location of Engine Oil filler
SF237 IMPORTANT: ・The engine oil should be replaced with
new oil in accordance with operation
hours. If not, overly used oil will cause
engine troubles.
・The first replacement should be done
after the initial 50 hours of operation
and then after every 200 hours of op-
eration.
SF237 SF225
2
FIG. 8-7 1
SF225
2
FIG. 8-9
FIG. 8-8 (1) Drain plug (2) Oil pan
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a. P
lace a tray or the like under the oil drain to receive
drained oil.
b. T
he engine should be warmed up for 10 minutes or
so beforehand to heat the oil to lower its viscosity for
compete drainage.
c. R
emove the drain plug (1) allowing the used oil drain
out completely.
1
d. W
hen the used oil has drained out completely, screw
the drain plug back in securely.
e. R
emove the oil filler cap (1) at the top of engine and FIG. 8-10
pour in new engine oil through the oil filler. Be sure to a. Drain engine oil completely.
use oil recommended by ISEKI.
b. P
lace a tray or like under the engine oil filter to
Engine oil capacity: 2.4-3.5 liters (SF225) receive dripping oil when the filter is replaced.
3.0-4.8 liters (SF237)
c. Loosen the filter using a filter wrench and remove it.
f. A
fter engine oil replacement, start the engine and let
it idle for a while. d. W
hen reinstall the filter cartridge to Engine base,
install a new filter with the O-ring lubricated with new
g. T
hen stop it and wait for a while until the engine oil engine oil. Tighten the cartridge 3/4 turn by hand
comes down into the oil pan,2. Now check the oil after O-ring or gasket touches with flange surface.
level if it is at the upper limit or not. When the level is
low, replenish until the level reaches the upper limit. Tightening toque: 15–20 N・m (1.5–2.0 Kgf・m)
h. M
ake sure that there is no oil leakage through the 6.1. Transmission oil
drain plug and oil filter. To inspect and replace the transmission oil, remove the
transmission cover in front of the engine room.
FIG. 8-11
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2
FIG. 8-12 1
6 b. Remove the drain plug, (1), and let the oil drain out.
c. W
rap the seal tape and reinstall the drain plug, (1),
and tighten it securely.
d. P
our new transmission oil through the oil filler on top
7 of the transmission case until the level reaches the
upper limit on the level gauge
e. A
fter replacement, start the engine and let it idle for
6.4. Rear axle oil a while. Then stop it and wait for a while until the oil
Oil filler (8) is located at RH side of the rear axle and fill comes down into the oil pan. Now check the oil level
in oil by removing cap. (Drain plug (9)) if it is at the upper limit or not. When the level is low,
replenish until the level reaches the upper limit.
8 f. M
ake sure that there is no oil leaking through the oil
filter, suction filter, rubber hoses, or drain plug,1.
8. SUCTION FILTERS
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The suction cartridge filter (for HST) (1) is located on the SF237
middle of the left-hand side of the machine.
A
1
B
FIG. 8-18
SF225
FIG. 8-16
a. A
fter the transmission oil has drained out completely,
remove the filter using the filter spanner. When
removing the filter, a small amount of oil may spill, so
place waste cloth under the filter to receive spilt oil.
b. A
pply thin coat of oil to the O-ring of the new oil filter
cartridge ahead of time. Then install the filter. Screw
in the filter by hand until the rubber packing comes
into contact with the sealing surface, and then screw
in it by a 2/3 turn with the filter spanner.
FIG. 8-19
The suction filter (for transmission) (2) is located on WARNING: Never remove the radiator cap
the front of the left-hand side of the front mower. By and reserve tank cap during or just after
removing bolt (3) the filter can pull. operation. The coolant in the radiator is very
hot and highly pressurized, so it may cause
3 burns. Cool down the engine sufficiently
before inspecting coolant level.
2 10. RADIATOR
FIG. 8-17 c. T
he clogged radiator fins should be cleaned by
applying compressed air or water from both sides
alternatively.
9. CHECKING OF COOLANT LEVEL
d. Re-install the radiator screen.
Check the coolant level in the reserve tank (1) is
between the upper (A) and lower (B) limits. If the level IMPORTANT: ・Avoid using excessively compressed
is lower than the lower limit, replenish the reserve tank air or water, which may deform the
with coolant. cooling fin.
・Avoid applying water directly to the
wiring and electric parts.
・After washing the radiator using water,
let it dry by natural drying.
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a. R
emove the bolt (2) and pull out the radiator drain
hose with the drain plug (1).
b. R
emove the radiator cap (3), disconnect the plug
from the hose to let all coolant drain out of the
radiator and engine cylinder block.
c. W
hen all coolant completely drained out, wash the
inside of the radiator and tighten the drain plug
securely.
d. P
our the coolant which has a specified antifreeze
concentration until it starts overflowing through the
coolant filler. Retighten the radiator cap securely. Fill
FIG. 8-20 the reservoir tank with antifreeze to the upper limit.
(1) Radiator screen
Radiator: 6.2 liters
IMPORTANT: ・T he radiator screen and radiator Reserve tank: 1.0 liters
clogged with dust or dirt causes over-
heating of the engine due to reduced
cooling efficiency of the radiator.
・T he radiator and radiator screen
should be checked for clogging every
day before operation.
・When mowing dead grass or operat-
ing under extremely dusty conditions,
check the radiator screen and radiator
several times a day to avoid clogging.
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Check the fuel level on the fuel gauge (1) on the control
panel for SF237. the fuel gauge (2) is installed for
SF225. The closer the needle is to " " or “F” the more
fuel is in the fuel tank. Therefore, do not let the fuel
gauge reach the empty point, " " or “E”.
FIG. 8-24
【Indication of Timing of Water drain out】
Fuel filter has a function to separate water from fuel.
FIG. 8-23 Water level reach specified level, indicate warning on
IMPORTANT: ・As soon as the fuel gauge shows " the meter panel.
" or "E", replenish with fuel. Never (1) Find the indication on the panel.
attempt to keep on operating with fuel (2) Drain water from drain plug at the bottom of filter.
level lower than " " or "E", or air (3) Tighten up the drain cock.
may be trapped in the fuel system,
which will cause hard engine starting Tightening torque: 0.49-1.47N・m (0.05-0.15kgf・m)
and poor engine power.
・Use diesel fuel. Never use heavy oil or 【Filter element replacing procedure】
gasoline(petrol) or kerosene. (1) Drain fuel from drain cock (3).
・Use the diesel fuel which meets the (2) Loosen the water level sensor unit.
standard and conditions mentioned (3) Loosen the filter element (2).
below. (4)Assemble new filter element.
・Do not use fuel additive.
・D o not use the diesel fuel which is Tightening torque: 14.7-19.6N・m (1.5-2.0kgf・m)
stored for a long time in an oil drum or
home tank. (5) Assemble the water level sensor unit.
・Using unspecified fuel will cause mal-
function of fuel filter, injection relating Tightening torque: 4.41-5.39N・m (0.5-0.55kgf・m)
parts and diesel exhaust gas treatment
system. (6) Bleeding air from fuel filter by hand pump (1).
(SF237)
・Use only ultra-low-sulfur diesel. In case of using the SF225
fuel containing much sulfur, it will be the cause of The fuel filter (1) is located at the bottom left center of
poisoning DOC and DPF. Then DOC and DPF lose the machine.
the functions of cleaning exhaust as and raising This fuel filter does not have a water separation function
temperature of exhaust gas. or a water amount notification function.
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FIG. 8-26
FIG. 8-25
(1) Fuel strainer (2) cock lever
Check the fuel hoses for cracks and fuel leak after every
100 hours of operation. A damaged hose should be FIG. 8-28
replaced with new one.
c. Remove the element (3) from the air-cleaner ASSY.
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・Never attempt to start the engine with- The fan belt (1) is accessible from the top of the engine
out the air-cleaner element. Such op- room by opening the engine hood.
eration will cause engine trouble. Check the belt for tension and damage. Check the belt
tension with pushing the center the part of belt between
16. CRANKCASE BREATHER (SF237) the alternator and the crank pulley (A) by hand (Approx.
98 N {10Kg}). The deflection of belt should be 5 – 10
Crankcase breather (1) is located at the right side of the mm.
engine.
4
1 5
A
3
1
FIG. 8-29
FIG. 8-31
a. Loosen the case (2) and take out the element.
b. Install new filter element. (1) Fan belt (2) Alternator (3) Crankshaft pulley
(4) Lock bolt (5) Adjust bolt
(SF237)
The alternator (1) is located at the left-hand of the
engine. When the belt deflection is improper, correct in
the following procedure after removing the air cleaner (2)
and the guard net (3).
1 2
FIG. 8-30
IMPORTANT: Do not reuse the element. Use only gen-
uine filter element.
c. R
eplace the O-ring of the case at the same time. This
O-ring is contained in the new filter element.
3
3. Loosen the lock nut (M8) (7) and adjust the adjust bolt
17. FAN BELT (M8) (6). Use to move the alternator to the outside (or
inside).
CAUTION:
・B efore checking the fan belt, stop the 4. Adjust the tension of fan belt (1).
engine and remove the starter key without Deflection (when pushing 9.8N) A=5~10mm
fail.
・Wait until the engine and accessories cool 5. With the rock nut (M8) (7), adjust the bolts (M8) (6).
down completely to prevent burns. Fix it.
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FIG. 8-33
FIG. 8-34
Adjust the following procedure
2. Adjust the left and right rod lengths with turnbuckles (4) (1) Lock Nut (2) Plate
so that the spring gap (5) is 0.6 mm. After adjustment,
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FIG. 8-37
(1) Front cover (2) Fuse box
FIG. 8-38
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20.2. Slow-blow fuse / Engine fuses (3) Slow-blow fuse (60A) (for generator)
The slow-blow-fuses located left hand of the machine (4) Slow-blow fuse (40A) (for lamp)
beside of the battery for SF237. (5) Slow-blow fuse (40A) (for main)
(6) Slow-blow fuse (40A) (for radiator fan)
SF237
FIG. 8-41
FIG. 8-39
CAUTION: Never replace blown fuses or
slow-blow fuse with wire.
Ref. Name Fuse Function
80A Alternator
40A Glow IMPORTANT: ・W hen a fuse or a slow-blow fuse is
1 Slow-blow fuse
40A Main blown, be sure to find the trouble and
50A Lamp correct it. When the cause is not clear,
50A Cylinder consult your dealer.
2 Slow-blow fuse
40A Radiator fan ・Be sure to use specified fuses. Larger
30A Reserved capacity fuses will cause burn-out of
electric accessories and wiring.
15A Glow relay
3 Fuses of Engine 20.3. Wiring
30A ECU AC relay
5A Main relay CAUTION:
5A ECU Power ・T he wiring of the machine should be
checked every year at your dealer to
SF225 avoid electrical fires.
1. The slow-blow fuse boxes are located at left hand ・Grass and dust around the battery, wiring,
side of the frame of engine room. muffler and engine should be removed.
To replacing 60A and 50A slow blow fuse, follow the Otherwise they may catch fire.
steps:
IMPORTANT: ・D amaged wire covers should be
2. Loosen the bolt. mended with insulation tape immedi-
Bolt for 60A - 2 ately.
Bolt for 50A - 3 ・W hen a wire harness has come off
its clamp, it should be re-clamped im-
mediately. Harness coupler for beacon
lamp, is located in the behind of the oil
cooler.
21. BATTERY
■ INSPECTION OF BATTERY
The battery (1) is installed on the middle of the left-hand
side of the machine.
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WARNING: Check the wheel tightening bolts and nuts for looseness
・T he battery generates very explosive All bolts and nuts should be tightened to the specified
gases, so avoid smoking and keep sparks torque.
and open flames away from the battery.
Charging the battery should be done in a Specified tightening torque (Bolt):
place well ventilated to disperse explosive Front wheel: 45.1N・m ~ 57.9N・m
gasses as quickly as possible. (460kgf・cm ~ 590kgf・cm)
・Battery electrolyte is very corrosive and Rear wheel: 127.2N・m ~ 147.2N・m
will cause burns, so if it splashes on skin (1 298kgf・cm ~ 1 502kgf・cm)
or clothes, wash it off immediately. If acid
contacts eyes, flush immediately with Tighten the bolts near the maximum level and tighten
clean water and get medical attention. again so that the groove and hole aligned together,
insert the cotter pin through the hole and groove, sprit
CAUTION: the edge of it.
・N e v e r a t t e m p t t o k e e p o n u s i n g o r
charging the battery with an electrolyte
level lower than the limit, or the battery 23. TIRE PRESSURE (INFLATION)
may explode or its service life be
shortened due to deterioration inside the Improper tire pressure causes abnormal wear of the
casing. tires and affects the front mower performance. Too high
・T he electrolyte level should always be pressure causes the front mower to bounce too much
kept between the upper and lower limits. and too low-pressure increases travelling resistance,
A too high level will cause the electrolyte which leads to power loss.
to overflow and corrode other parts.
Tire pressure should be checked every day.
■ HANDLING OF THE BATTERY
Tire size Pressure
a. A
s atmospheric temperature lowers, the performance Front: 23x10.5-12 140 kPa (1.4kgf/cm2)
of the battery also lowers. Consequently, the battery Rear: 18x8.5-8 154 kPa (1.54kgf/cm2)
should be serviced with special care in wintertime.
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CAUTION:
・Tire inflation should be set to the values 1
specified in this manual. Excessive
inflation may cause explode, which may
result in serious accidents.
・Insufficient pressure in the tires causes
uneven tire wearing that can shorten tire
lifetime.
・W hen a tire, tube, or rim is required
for replacement, ask your dealer. Such
operation should be done by a trained
mechanic especially for tire handing.
・Never use a tire with a cut or crack which
reaches tire cords as such a tire may
explode. FIG. 8-44
FIG. 8-45
(1) Harness coupler for beacon lamp (2) Oil cooler
The oil cooler is located in front of the engine and above Safety devices are installed for safe operation. Make
the transmission case. Periodically remove the oil cooler sure that each device works properly before operation
net (1), remove grass, debris, etc. to ensure air flow. following procedures.
INSPECTION 1
a. Be seated in the operator's seat.
b. Turn the starter switch to the START position without
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INSPECTION 2
a. Be seated in the operator's seat.
b. Depress the brake pedal fully.
c. Turn the starter switch to the START position.
Make sure that the engine is cranked and started.
d. Leave from the operator's seat. Make sure that the
engine should stop.
Hose
FIG. 8-46
Unsuitable washing may cause the following accidents;
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CHAPTER 9. STORAGE
1. DAILY AND SHORT TERM STORAGE 2. LONG TERM STORAGE
a. Clean the front mower. a Clean the front mower and correct all troubles
such as repair, replacement of defective parts,
IMPORTANT: When washing the front mower, avoid readjustment, etc.
splashing compressed water directly to
the electric parts, and fuel fillers. Re- b. Top up the fuel tank and close the fuel cock.
move the starter key and cap the switch
key hole to prevent short circuits. c. Replace the engine oil with new and let the engine
idle for about 5 minutes to lubricate every part in the
b. Lower the mower deck on the ground. engine sufficiently.
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・Starter motor does not ・Operator is not sitting on the seat. ・Operator sits on the seat.
work. ・Engine food is opened. ・Close the engine food completely.
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・Exhaust fumes are black. ・Clogged exhaust system ・Check muffler for clogging and clean
it.
・Excessive fuel injection rate ・Consult your dealer.
・Insufficient injection nozzle pressure ・Consult your dealer.
・Incorrect injection timing ・Consult your dealer.
・Engine stalls at low speed. ・Defective injection pump ・Consult your dealer.
・Defective injection nozzles ・Consult your dealer.
・Incorrect valve clearance ・Consult your dealer.
・Engine races. ・Clogged governor ・Consult your dealer.
・Engine oil leaks into cylinder. ・Consult your dealer.
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2. BRAKE SYSTEM
・Defective braking effect or ・Excessive brake pedal play ・Correct pedal play.
uneven braking ・Worn brake linings ・Consult your dealers.
・Improperly adjusted brake rods ・Correct rod length.
・Brake pedal does not ・Fatigued or broken return spring ・Replace it.
return smoothly. ・Defective lubrication of linkage ・Grease grease up points.
3. LIFT SYSTEM
・Lift does not rise. ・Low transmission oil level ・Fill up to upper limit.
・Air trapped inside hydraulic piping ・Consult your dealer.
・Lift does not rise. ・Clogged hydraulic oil filter ・Consult your dealer.
・Clogged suction filter ・Consult your dealer.
・Defective hydraulic pump ・Consult your dealer.
・Defective control valve ・Consult your dealer.
・Defective hydraulic cylinder ・Consult your dealer.
・Lift does not lower. ・Lift lock is engaged ・Release it.
・Defective control valve ・Consult your dealer.
・Seized lift shaft ・Consult your dealer.
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4. STEERING SYSTEM
5. HST
・Front mower does not start ・Parking brake is applied. ・Release it.
travelling. ・Too low engine speed ・Accelerate engine.
・Low transmission oil level ・Fill to upper limit.
・Air trapped inside hydraulic piping ・Consult your dealer.
・Improperly adjusted HST pedals ・Consult your dealer.
・Clogged hydraulic oil filter ・Consult your dealer.
・Clogged suction filter ・Consult your dealer.
・Defective HST unit ・Consult your dealer.
・Front mower creeps without ・Stuck neutral arm ・Lubricate.
HST pedals being operated ・Incorrect neutral point of HST ・Consult your dealer.
・Improperly positioned neutral arm ・Consult your dealer.
・Defective HST unit ・Consult your dealer.
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6. ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
・Battery is not charged. ・Melted slow-blow fuse ・Locate and repair cause of trouble,
and install a new slow-blow fuse.
・Defective wiring ・Check wiring for loose terminals
and earth, and short circuit. Repair
defective parts.
・Loose fan belt ・Tighten belt as specified.
・Defective battery ・Correct loose terminals, corroded
parts, and electrolyte level.
Otherwise, install a new battery.
・Defective alternator ・Consult your dealer.
・Head lamps are dim. ・Low battery capacity ・Charge battery.
・Defective contact of switch or wiring ・Clean contact points and earthing
point, and tighten them.
・Head lamps do not light up. ・Burnt-out bulb ・Replace the burnt-out bulb.
・Blown fuse ・Check the wiring and replace the
blown fuse with new one.
・Defective contact ・Clean each contact and tighten
securely.
・Monitor lamps do not light ・Defective contact ・Reconnect connector.
up.
・Fuel pump does not work. ・Blown fuse ・Check the wiring and replace the
blown fuse with new one.
・Defective fuel pump ・Consult your dealer.
・Fuel cut-off solenoid does ・Blown fuse ・Check the wiring and replace the
not work. blown fuse with new one.
・Defective solenoid ・Consult your dealer.
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NCD
Index
SPN FMI DTC Service tool description or
No.
PCD
0 91 4 P 122 Accelerator Sensor No.1(MAIN)Signal Too Low -
1 91 3 P 123 Accelerator Sensor No.1(MAIN)Signal Too High -
2 29 4 P 222 Accelerator Sensor No.1(SUB)Signal Too Low -
3 29 3 P 223 Accelerator Sensor No.1(SUB)Signal Too High -
4 28 3 P 2123 Accelerator Sensor No.2(MAIN)Signal Too High -
5 28 4 P 2122 Accelerator Sensor No.2(MAIN)Signal Too Low -
6 28 3 P 2128 Accelerator Sensor No.2(SUB)Signal Too High -
7 28 4 P 2127 Accelerator Sensor No.2(SUB)Signal Too Low -
8 105 3 P 040D Intake Air Temp. Sensor Signal Too High -
9 105 4 P 040C Intake Air Temp. Sensor Signal Too Low -
10 172 3 P 113 Air Temperature Sensor (MAF side) Signal Too High -
11 172 4 P 112 Air Temperature Sensor (MAF side) Signal Too Low -
12 110 3 P 118 Coolant Temp. Sensor Signal Too High -
13 110 4 P 117 Coolant Temp. Sensor Signal Too Low -
14 174 3 P 183 Fuel Temperature Sensor Signal Too High -
15 174 4 P 182 Fuel Temperature Sensor Signal Too Low -
16 102 3 P 238 Boost Pressure Sensor Signal Too High -
17 102 4 P 237 Boost Pressure Sensor Signal Too Low -
18 157 3 P 193 Common Rail Press. Sensor Signal Too High -
19 157 4 P 192 Common Rail Press. Sensor Signal Too Low -
20 3251 3 P 2455 Diff pressure sensor Signal Too High PCD
21 3251 4 P 2454 Diff pressure sensor Signal Too Low PCD
22 108 3 P 2229 Atom Press. Sensor Signal Too High -
23 108 4 P 2228 Atom Press. Sensor Signal Too Low -
24 51 3 P 2622 Intake Throttle Position Signal Too High -
25 51 4 P 2621 Intake Throttle Position Signal Too Low -
26 2791 3 P 406 EGR Lift Sensor1 Signal Too High NCD
27 2791 4 P 405 EGR Lift Sensor1 Signal Too Low NCD
28 168 3 P 563 Battery Voltage Too High -
30 3509 4 P 642 ECU 5V Reference1 Circuit Signal Too Low -
31 3509 3 P 643 ECU 5V Reference1 Circuit Signal Too High -
32 3510 4 P 652 ECU 5V Reference2 Circuit Signal Too Low -
33 3510 3 P 653 ECU 5V Reference2 Circuit Signal Too High -
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NCD
Index
SPN FMI DTC Service tool description or
No.
PCD
34 2797 3 P 2148 Injector COM1 output short to BATT -
35 2797 4 P 2147 Injector COM1 output short to GND -
36 2797 2 P 2146 Injector COM1 output open load -
37 2798 3 P 2151 Injector COM2 output short to BATT -
38 2798 4 P 2150 Injector COM2 output short to GND -
39 2798 2 P 2149 Injector COM2 output open load -
40 651 5 P 201 Injector Coil #1cyl open -
41 653 5 P 203 Injector Coil #3cyl open -
42 654 5 P 204 Injector Coil E4FH: #4cyl, E3FH: #2cyl open -
43 652 5 P 202 Injector Coil #2cyl open -
46 651 12 P 263 Injector boost #1cyl time-out -
47 653 12 P 269 Injector boost #3cyl time-out -
48 654 12 P 272 Injector boost E4FH: #4cyl, E3FH: #2cyl time-out -
49 652 12 P 266 Injector boost #2cyl time-out -
52 651 3 P 262 Injector Coil #1cyl short -
53 653 3 P 268 Injector Coil #3cyl short -
54 654 3 P 271 Injector Coil E4FH: #4cyl, E3FH: #2cyl short -
55 652 3 P 265 Injector Coil #2cyl short -
ECU-internal Capacitor charge-up circuit malfunction insufficient
58 3597 1 P 2503 -
charge
59 3597 0 P 2504 ECU-internal Capacitor charge-up circuit malfunction excessive charge -
ECU-internal Capacitor charge-up circuit malfunction internal clock
60 3597 9 P 062D -
Failure
ECU-internal Capacitor charge-up circuit malfunction communication
61 3597 19 P 009C -
Error
64 1077 8 P 060A ECU-internal CPU(Sub) fault -
65 1077 2 P 060C ECU-internal CPU(Main) fault -
66 628 2 P 605 ECU-internal Check sum ROM area error -
67 1077 10 P 060B ECU-internal AD converter error -
ECU-internal Capacitor charge-up circuit malfunction internal clock
68 1077 9 P 062D -
Failure
69 2840 12 P 1602 Injector correction value memory (QR data) not written -
70 2840 13 P 602 Injector correction value memory (QR data) error -
72 1347 3 P 629 Supply pump Fuel control valve (SCV) short -
73 1347 4 P 627 Supply pump Fuel control valve (SCV) open -
74 4201 8 P 337 Crank Sensor Signal No Pulse -
75 4201 2 P 336 Crank Sensor Performance error -
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NCD
Index
SPN FMI DTC Service tool description or
No.
PCD
76 636 8 P 342 Cam Sensor Signal No Pulse -
77 636 2 P 341 Cam Sensor Performance error -
78 4202 8 P 385 Crank & Cam Sensor Signal No Pulse -
79 638 16 P 1217 Supply pump abnormal high pressure1 -
80 638 0 P 2293 Supply pump abnormal high pressure2 -
81 157 0 P 88 Common rail pressure exceeds Hi upper limit -
85 157 1 P 1221 Common rail pressure falls below the control limit -
86 1347 13 P 268B Supply pump Learning value incompleted -
87 677 3 P 615 Starter Switch short -
88 190 0 P 219 Engine rotational speed overrun -
93 676 4 P 541 Glow Relay Short to GND -
94 676 3 P 542 Glow Relay Open Load/Short to BATT -
95 677 3 P 617 Starter relay Short to BATT -
96 677 4 P 616 Starter relay Open Load/Short to GND -
99 516096 3 P 1604 Coolant Temp. Warning Buzzer Short to Battery -
100 516096 4 P 1603 Coolant Temp. Warning Buzzer Short to GND/Open -
101 1213 3 P 1606 Check Engine Lamp Short to BATT -
102 1213 4 P 1605 Check Engine Lamp Short to GND -
103 516097 3 P 1622 Coolant Temp. Warning Lamp Short to BATT -
104 516097 4 P 1621 Coolant Temp. Warning Lamp Short to GND -
107 835 3 P 1608 Oil Press. Warning Lamp Short to BATT -
108 835 4 P 1607 Oil Press. Warning Lamp Short to GND -
109 675 3 P 1610 Glow Plug Lamp Short to BATT -
110 675 4 P 1609 Glow Plug Lamp Short to GND -
111 110 0 P 217 Engine protection high coolant temperature -
114 100 1 P 521 Engine protection low oil pressure -
115 174 0 P 168 Engine protection high fuel temperature -
116 1077 12 P 607 ECU-internal IC module communication Error -
117 1077 12 P 607 ECU-internal IC module communication Error -
118 1077 12 P 607 ECU-internal IC module communication Error -
119 2950 7 P 638 Intake throttle valve DC Motor Stick Fault -
120 2950 6 P 2118 Intake throttle valve DC Motor Current Fault -
121 2950 8 P 2108 Intake throttle valve DC Motor Duty Fault -
122 2950 2 P 2101 Intake throttle valve DC Motor circuit Invalid -
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NCD
Index
SPN FMI DTC Service tool description or
No.
PCD
123 2950 12 P 2107 Intake throttle valve DC Motor IC error -
124 2791 2 P 404 EGR valve DC Motor circuit Invalid -
125 2791 12 P 04FD EGR valve DC Motor IC error -
126 2791 8 P 04FA EGR valve DC Motor thermal protection -
127 10040 19 U 74 CAN1(ISO) Node error -
128 639 19 U 73 CAN2(J1939) Node error -
130 3225 12 P 130 A/F sensor Fault -
132 724 3 P 32 A/F sensor heater circuit high fail -
133 724 4 P 31 A/F sensor heater circuit low fail -
134 3225 5 P 134 A/F sensor activity Fault -
137 3225 20 P 2A00 A/F sensor characteristic high fail -
138 3225 21 P 2A03 A/F sensor characteristic low fail -
139 516098 3 P 1612 DPF Regeneration (High exh. system Temp.) Lamp Short to Battery -
DPF Regeneration (High exh. system Temp.) Lamp Short to GND/
140 516098 4 P 1611 -
Open
141 516099 3 P 1614 DPF Regeneration request lamp Short to Battery -
142 516099 4 P 1613 DPF Regeneration request lamp Short to GND/Open -
143 516100 3 P 1616 Regeneration Inhibit Lamp Short to Battery -
144 516100 4 P 1615 Regeneration Inhibit Lamp Short to GND/Open -
145 516101 3 P 1618 DPF Regeneration request Buzzer Short to Battery -
146 516101 4 P 1617 DPF Regeneration request Buzzer Short to GND/Open -
147 4765 3 P 042D Exhaust Gas Temp. inlet DOC Sensor Signal Too High -
148 4765 4 P 042C Exhaust Gas Temp. inlet DOC Sensor Signal Too Low -
149 3242 3 P 428 Exhaust Gas Temp. inlet DPF Sensor Signal Too High PCD
150 3242 4 P 427 Exhaust Gas Temp. inlet DPF Sensor Signal Too Low PCD
151 3246 3 P 438 Exhaust Gas Temp. outlet DPF Sensor Signal Too High -
152 3246 4 P 437 Exhaust Gas Temp. outlet DPF Sensor Signal Too Low -
153 3225 3 P 138 A/F sensor - voltage Too High -
154 3225 4 P 137 A/F sensor - voltage Too Low -
155 3264 3 P 132 A/F sensor + voltage Too High -
156 3264 4 P 131 A/F sensor + voltage Too Low -
157 132 3 P 103 Air Mass Flow sensor Hi-Short -
158 132 4 P 102 Air Mass Flow sensor Lo-Short -
159 4765 12 P 244D DOC Inlet temperature High fail -
160 3242 12 P 244F DPF Inlet temperature High fail -
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NCD
Index
SPN FMI DTC Service tool description or
No.
PCD
161 3246 12 P 200C DPF Outlet temperature High fail -
162 3251 0 P 24A4 DPF choke -
163 3251 1 P 226D DPF removal PCD
165 3711 12 P 2458 DPF Regeneration DMODE=1 condition time over -
166 3250 12 P 1458 DPF Regeneration DMODE=2 condition time over -
167 97 2 P 169 Water in fuel filter -
169 3719 0 P 2463 DPF Soot Accumulation Overload (1st Step) -
170 3719 12 P 1463 DPF Soot Accumulation Overload (2nd Step) -
171 639 9 U 101 CAN TSC1 communication Timeout -
172 516102 3 P 1620 NOx Warning Lamp Signal Too High -
173 516102 4 P 1619 NOx Warning Lamp Signal Too Low -
174 2791 7 P 2413 EGR valve stick NCD
175 3936 12 P 226E DPF System Removal PCD
176 157 15 P 1089 Supply pump exceeds upper limit -
177 636 7 P 16 Crank & Cam Sensor Signal synchronous error -
178 102 1 P 299 Boost Pressure exceeds Lower limit -
179 102 0 P 234 Boost Pressure exceeds upper limit -
NOTE: Fault SPN code displayed on the machine is simple information. Detailed information can be obtained by
connecting to ISEKI’s engine diagnostic tool. Please contact your ISEKI dealer.
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10 9
FIG. 1-1
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2. SCMB60
(1) Mower deck
(2) Universal joint
(3) Bevel gear case
(Left-hand side)
(4) Bevel gear case
(Right-hand side)
(5) Gauge wheel
(6) Roller
(7) Universal joint cover
(8) Blade (Left-hand side)
(9) Blade (Right-hand side)
(10) Height adjustment lever
(11) Mulching plate
FIG. 1-2
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3. SCMB60-H
(1) Mower deck
(2) Universal joint
(3) Bevel gear case
(Left-hand side)
(4) Bevel gear case
(Right-hand side)
(5) Gauge wheel
(6) Roller
(7) Universal joint cover
(8) Blade (Left-hand side)
(9) Blade (Right-hand side)
(10) Electric hydraulic cylinder
(11) Mulching plate
FIG. 1-3
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4. SSM54
(1) Mower deck
(2) Universal joint
(3) Bevel gear case
4 3 1 4 (4) Gauge wheel
(5) Roller
(6) Universal joint cover
7 7 (7) Height adjustment lever
(8) Blade pulley (middle)
(9) Blade pulley (LH)
(10) Blade pulley (RH)
5 2 6 5
FIG. 1-4
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Pin
FIG. 2-3
IMPORTANT: When it is difficult to align the hole in the
lift bracket and the hole in the link ball,
never attempt to insert the pin forcibly.
But sway the mower deck right and left
and the pin can be inserted easily.
FIG. 2-1
d. Attach the chuter on mower deck, fix it by lock pin.
CAUTION: Incorrect adjustment may lead
hitting between the step and gear box of
mower deck or shortening of the minimum
ground clearance.
Attach the mower deck first to the front mower and then
connect the drive shaft.
a. Start the engine and shift the mower lift lever to “UP”
position to lift up the lift arm, then stop the engine.
Insert the chuter hose into the blower hall, hook the
chuter on lower frame.
FIG. 2-4
e. Start the engine and lift up the mower deck. Stop the
engine and fix the fulcrum plate in the back of the
mower deck to the folk under the lift rod by inserting
pin and hair pin. Lower the mower deck onto the
ground.
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FIG. 2-5
FIG. 2-6
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(2) SCMB60
a. Depress the brake pedal, and then start the engine.
b. Raise the mower with the lift. Then stop the engine.
c. Remove the pin from the front gauge wheel. Set the
pin while holding the gauge wheel with the other
hand.
FIG. 3-1
(1) Pin (Front gauge wheel)
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1
FIG. 3-3
(1) Lever (2) Pin
FIG. 3-5
d. Select one of the setting holes to get the required (1) Pin (2) Clip
cutting height, insert the pin, and retain it with the
spring clip. The label that is showing the relationships
between the setting holes and cutting heights is stuck
on the mower deck.
(3) SSM54
FIG. 3-6
CAUTION:
・R e a d t h e c o n t e n t s o f t h i s m a n u a l
thoroughly and carefully and keep safe
operation in mind.
・B efore moving the front mower into
the working site, investigate the whole
site and get rid of all obstacles such as
stones, wood, empty tins, bottles, wires,
etc for operation safety.
FIG. 3-4 ・Investigate the site for pits, mounds,
steps, slope angles, ground softness,
water pools, etc to avoid turning over,
falling down, and side-shifting.
・A lso make sure there is no danger of
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hurting children, animals, by-standers. h. To engage PTO, PTO switch (4) to right and pull it up.
and damaging nearby trees, buildings,
etc. i. Turn the throttle lever to the high-speed position to
raise engine speed.
a. Start the engine and turn the throttle lever (1) to the
intermediate position between the low speed and j. A s the HST forward travel pedal is depressed
high-speed positions. gradually, the front mows to travel.
b. Shift the mower lift lever (2) to the up position to raise k. The front mower is equipped with a system called
the mower deck. "Up-stop" device, which stop the mower blades when
the mower deck is lifted up while the front mower is
travelling on rugged terrain with the mower PTO.
WARNING:
・The up-stop device is installed to prevent
accidents. Never attempt to activate the
system by operating the mower lift lever.
・T he mower blades of the mower deck
stopped by this device are subject to
turning very slowly even when the mower
deck is lifted up, which is very dangerous
and may shorten the service life of the
drive shaft.
CAUTION:
・P TO restriction mechanism works only
FIG. 3-7 while the PTO is working.
・Before starting to mow, make sure that
c. Release the parking brake. this mechanism works properly.
・Be sure to detach the drive shaft before
d. Depress the HST forward travel pedal gradually to checking the PTO restriction mechanism.
drive the front mower into the working site. ・Be restricted from lift up the mower deck
excessively while the mower blades are
e. Release the HST pedal gradually to stop the front rotating.
mower. ・When you want to lift up the mower deck
high, switch off the PTO switch. Never
f. Shift the mower lift lever (2) to the down position to attempt to switch on the PTO switch while
lower the mower on the ground. the mower deck is lift up high.
・Before starting to mow, make sure that
g. Select the mower and blower switch (3) to Center the lift cylinder is set properly.
position: Mower/Blower operating mode. ・Whenever you encounter with any trouble
of the front mower, ask your dealer for
repair immediately
・B e sure to start moving at sufficiently
low speeds and increase travelling speed
gradually.
WARNING:
・The mower blades should be turned only
on turf or grassland with the mower deck
lowered.
FIG. 3-8
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CAUTION: Exercise sufficient cares not to ・When the operator leaves the seat, the safety system
be cut by the blades. automatically stops the engine. When leaving the front
mower to remove obstacles such as twigs, pebbles,
d. C heck the blades for deformation or damage and etc., the PTO switch must be OFF position and the
make sure that the blades turn smoothly by hand. parking brake applied, and then the engine keeps on
running.
e. Referring to the paragraph for blade replacement, turn
back the mower deck.
7. STOPPING MOWING OPERATION
b. Stop the engine. e. Turn the key switch to the STOP position to stop the
engine.
c. Pull out the lock pin of tube (2), remove the tube from
mower deck. CAUTION:
・P ark the front mower on level, hard
d. Scrape the grass clogged in the mower deck and the ground and make sure that the parking
tube with a scraper. brake is applied securely. In order to
maximize the performance of the parking
brake, depress the brake pedal, and then
apply the parking brake.
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FIG. 3-10
B. For mowing highly moist grass or mowing on wet
ground c. L ift up the mower deck in the highest position by
a. If the turf could be damaged by the tires, wait until the shifting the mower lift lever
grass and land have dried sufficiently.
d. Lift up front side of mower deck, and then lock the
b. Wet grass requires a higher grass cutting height mower deck by inserting the pin (use removed pin
setting than when mowing dry grass, as the cutting from the lift rod) into the hole.
height is often lower than expected during operation
because the front mower sinks. e. Swing the mower deck. Then insert the link pin of rear
rod to the stopper on bracket of lift arm. This should
c. Select a sufficiently slow travelling speed and avoid be done on both sides.
sudden starts, turns, and stops. If not, the turf may be
damaged. CAUTION: When swinging the mower deck,
take care to prevent it from hitting you.
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FIG. 3-13
1
(1) Discharge cover (2) Lock pin (3) Lock plate
FIG. 3-11
b. Assemble the mulching guide. Set the rear side of the
mulching guide to chuter side in the rear of the mower
deck.
2
FIG. 3-12
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IMPORTANT: ・Check the oil level after every 50 hours Drive shaft cover
of operation.
・Replace oil after the initial 50 hours
of operation and then after every 200
hours of operation. FIG. 4-2
・Before installing the level plug, be sure c. S
lide the snap ring fixing the coupling, gather both
to wrap the threads with sealing tape couplings close, take out the drive shaft.
without fail, or oil may leak through the
plug. d. L
oosen the fixing nuts of gear cases, remove both LH
& RH gear cases.
1. BEVEL GEAR CASE OIL (SCMA54/SCMB60)
b. C
heck to see if a small amount of oil overflows
through the level plug hole. If so, the level is normal.
If not, replenish with gear oil SAE80 through the filler
hole using an oil feeder or the like.
Snap ring
Coupling
FIG. 4-3
IMPORTANT: There is a possibility that there are shims
for height adjustment between gear case
and deck, so that check the assembling
position and number of shims.
e. R
emove the level plug and oil filler plug. Then drain
all the oil by tilting the gear case.
FIG. 4-1 f. W
rap the threads of both plugs with sealing tape and
pour new oil using an oil feeder.
(1) Bevel Gear case (LH) (3) Oil filler plug
(2) Level plug (4) Bevel Gear case (RH) Model Gear oil SAE 80
LH 0.80 ± 0.02 L
[2] Replacement of oil SCMA54
RH 0.35 ± 0.02 L
a. R emove the bolt LH & RH of blades and blade
collars. LH 0.85 ± 0.02 L
SCMB60
RH 0.40 ± 0.02 L
b. Loosen the bolts, then remove the drive shaft cover.
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g. M
ake sure that the oil overflows through the level d. R
emove the gear case mount by removing the four
plug hole. Then screw both plugs in. bolts.
i. M
ake sure that the belt runs around the pulleys as
shown and it is completely seated in the belt ways of
each pulley. Then give proper tension to the tension
spring with the tension rod.
FIG. 4-4
c. Loosen the lock nut for the tension rod and remove k. Replace the removed blade.
the tension spring.
3. INSPECTION & REPLACEMENT OF BLADES
CAUTION:
・B e sure to apply the parking brakes
securely.
・When turning the mower deck, take care
not to allow it to hit your feet.
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c. S
hift the mower lift lever to the UP position and raise a. C
heck the blade LH (1) and blade RH (2) are at right
the mower deck to the highest position. angles to each other.
g. R
emove the lift rod linkage of mower deck by pull out
the pin.
i. L
ock the mower deck by inserting the pin into the
6
hole in the lift arm.
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IMPORTANT: ・
Be sure to use new bolts when chang-
ing blades.
・Make sure that the blades are not in
contact with the mower deck by turning
them by hand.
a. C
hock a blade by inserting a piece of wood between
the blade and mower deck to prevent the blades from
rotating. Loosen the blade tightening nut.
FIG. 4-13
(1) Blade (2) Washer
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FIG. 4-15
C Excessively worn blades are very
SCMB60-H
dangerous. So, replace such blades
with new ones at once.
There are two kinds of blades for respective mower
decks. Be sure to install the blades in the proper
positions.
8668-306-051-00 8668E
SCMA54
8668-306-052-00 8668F
8680-306-001-00 8680C
SCMB60
8680-306-002-00 8680D
FIG. 4-17
(1) Gauge wheel (2) Roller
4.2. INSPECTION OF THE ROLLERS b. Check the belt for damage and dirt.
Make sure that the roller turns smoothly. If it is smeared with oil or dirt, or wet with water, wipe
it clean with a dry cloth. When damaged, install a
IMPORTANT: ・W
hen the wheels and rollers are hard new belt.
to turn, disassemble them and clean
them. ・Replacement of belt
・After re-assembly, be sure to apply a a. Remove the drive shaft cover and belt covers (RH
grease them sufficiently: and LH) from the mover deck.
b. L
oosen the lock nut of the tension rod and remove
5. CLEANING OF MOWER DECK the tension spring.
FIG. 4-18 d. M
ake sure the belt is seated properly in the groove of
each pulley and apply tension to it by expanding the
specified value, correct the length by loosening the tension spring properly with the tension rod referring
tension rod nut and turning the rod. to the paragraph for "Inspection of belt tension."
FIG. 4-19
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7. FILLING DIAGRAM
All the shafts mentioned below have a grease fitting on their end. Grease them up periodically. The gear case should
also be serviced periodically for oil replenishment and replacement.
SCMA54
3 3
1 2
5 4 5
FIG. 4-21
3 Gauge wheel
Inject until grease overflows
4 Drive shaft
Grease
5 Roller As required
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SCMB60
FIG. 4-22
6 Cup ring
Inject until grease overflows
7 Folk wheel
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SCMA54, SCMB60, SSM54
SCMB60-H
FIG. 4-23
6 Cup ring
Inject until grease overflows
7 Folk wheel
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SSM54
FIG. 4-24
2 Metal (side)
3 Arm tension
Inject until grease overflows
4 Folk Wheel Grease
5 Gauge Wheel
6 Roller As required
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SCMA54, SCMB60, SSM54
Pre-operation
Inspection and servicing
intervals (hours of
Check points operation) Intervals after that Judgement criteria
IMPORTANT: • Above mentioned service intervals are for normal usage. If working conditions are harder, earlier
service is recommended.
• If special skill or special tool are required or you feel difficulty in maintenance, consult your dealer.
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SCMA54, SCMB60, SSM54
CHAPTER 6. TROUBLESHOOTING
Improper discharging • Blades are installed upside down. • Re-install them correctly.
• Grass is too moist. • Wait until grass becomes dry.
• Too tall grass • Mow it in two steps.
• Too fast travelling speed • Stow down sufficiently.
• Too low engine speed • Run engine at full throttle ( ).
• Clogged discharge or mower deck inside • Clean.
• Too dense grass • Mow it in two steps or narrow cutting
width.
• Slow down sufficiently.
• Improperly installed blades • Install blades properly.
Grass is not mowed. • Too fast travelling speed • Slow down.
• Too low engine speed • Run engine at full throttle ( ).
• Worn or broken blades • Replace them with new ones.
• Blades are installed upside down. • Re-install them correctly.
• Improperly installed blades • Install blades properly.
Uneven cutting heights • Mower is not parallel to ground. • Adjust mower mounting.
• Too fast travelling speed • Slow down.
• Worn blades • Replace them with new ones.
• Clogged grass inside of mower deck • Clean.
• Improperly adjusted gauge wheels • Adjust them properly.
• Too tall grass • Mow it in two steps.
• Two blades are not installed on the same • Correct by shimming and set the blades
level and correct angle. properly.
• Deformed blades • Replace them with new ones.
Turf is peeled off in some • Too low cutting height. • Correct it with gauge wheels.
places. • Mower is not parallel to ground. • Adjust mower mounting.
• Too fast turning speed • Turn slowly.
• Too bumpy ground • Shift mowing direction.
Excessive noise and vibration • Deformed or interfering shaft cover • Repair it.
• Damaged bevel gears • Consult your dealer.
• Broken or unbalanced blades • Replace them with new one.
• Loose blade tightening bolts • Re-tighten them to 1000 kgf •cm.
Too low engine output • Too low engine speed • Mow at full throttle ( ).
• Too fast travelling speed • Slow down.
• Foreign matter caught between blade and • Clean.
blade support
• Defective engine • Consult your dealer.
Gauge wheels do not turn. • Foreign matter caught in shaft • Clean.
• Broken wheel • Replace it with new one.
• Short of grease • Inject grease.
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Blades do not rotate. • Loose blade tightening bolts • Re-tighten them to 1000 kgf •cm.
• Foreign matter caught in blades or • Clean.
blade supports
• Broken bevel gears • Consult your dealer.
Mower does not rise. • Inside of the mower deck is clogged with • Clean.
too much grass or mud.
• Defective hydraulic system • Consult your dealer.
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SBC950
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CHAPTER 1. NAMES OF MAJOR COMPONENTS
111
SBC950
FIG.1 -1
FIG.1 -2
(1) Container (7) Container limit sensor (13) Swing motor
(2) Lift link (8) Door hook (14) Container base
(3) Dump lift (9) Blower (15) Container sensor
(4) Lift cylinder (10) Collector main frame (16) Door lock release bolt
(5) Dump cylinder (11) Cleaning stick
(6) Rear door (12) Swing cover
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FIG.1 -3
113
SBC950
CAUTION: Make sure that mower PTO and blower PTO will stop
・B ecome familiar with the operation of after 1 second from operating blower shooter switch. Do
the front mower and understand safety not approach the mower PTO and blower PTO
instructions by reading this manual
carefully. a. P
ark the front mower on level ground. Set the engine
・M ake sure that all safety covers and speed to approximately 1 800 - 2 000 RPM. Push
guards are installed in position properly. the mower PTO switch to ON position, and then lift
・Before operating the collector, make sure and dump the container. Make sure that mower PTO
that collector lift and dump smoothly. and blower PTO will stop automatically by operating
・When operating the collector, make sure the safety switch.
that hydraulic hose is not pulled and
interfered.
a. F
iller level of container depends on the adjustment
of the adjust nut/M8 (2) and adjust bolt/M4 (3).
b. A
djust the filler level of container by the adjust nut/
M8 (2) and adjust bolt/M4 (3).
c. W
hen changing the sensor level to slow, loosen
adjust nut/M8 (2), and adjust container limit sensor
(1) to downward.
FIG. 2-2
d. W
hen changing the sensor level to quick, loosen (4) Safety switch
adjust nut/M8 (2), and adjust container limit sensor
(1) to upward.
4. CLEANING A COLLECTOR
e. T
urn the starter switch to ON position. Make sure
that full container monitor lamp on monitor lamp
array is illuminated when operating the container 1
5 3 4
limit sensor.
2
3 6
FIG. 2-3
FIG. 2-1
(1) Rear door (4) Net guide
(1) Container limit sensor (2) Rear hook (5) Reflector plate
(2) Adjust nut/M8 (3) Container net ASSY (6) Stopper
(3) Adjust bolt/M4
b. Open rear door (1) and hold it by rear hook (2). Pull
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5. EFFICIENT COLLECTING
a. W
hen grass is concentrated at the right side into
a. W
hen it is operated at the place with many twigs, the container, extend swing rod (1). When grass
ROPS (1) can be folded. is concentrated at the left side into the container,
shorten swing rod.
b. Lift or dump container (2).
b. T
o adjust the swing rod, remove L bowl (3) from
c. L
oosen Bolt/M16x110 (4), and remove bolt/M16x30 swing plate (2) side, and loosen lock nut of L bowl (3).
(3). Rotate ROPS (1) to the rear side of the machine.
Fix bolts and nuts firmly. c. A
fter adjusting, assemble L bowl (3) and tighten lock
nut.
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SBC950
2
1
3
FIG. 2-5
(1) Swing rod (2) Swing cover (3) L bowl
9. DISCHARGE OF GRASS
a. W
hen grass is discharged from the container, be sure
to park it on hard, level ground.
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2. GREASING POINTS
FIG. 3-1
Ref
Filling points Lubricants Quantity: Liters
No.
1 Lift link
2 Dump link Inject until
Grease grease
3 Lift cylinder overflows
4 Dump cylinder
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SBC950
Pre-operation
Inspection and
servicing intervals
Check points (hours of operation) Intervals after that Judgement criteria
IMPORTANT: • Above mentioned service intervals are for normal usage. If working conditions are harder, earlier
service is recommended.
• If special skill or special tool are required or you feel difficulty in maintenance, consult your dealer.
118
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119
SBC950
CHAPTER 5. TROUBLESHOOTING
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VIBRATION:
SF237+SCMB60 SF225+SCMA54
+SBC950 +SBC950
Measured value m/s2 0.84 1.04
Hand-arm Vibration
Uncertainty K - 0.17 0.92
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EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Original Declaration
ISEKI & CO., LTD.
700 Umaki-cho, Matsuyama-shi, Ehime-ken
799-2692 Japan
This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
Generic denomination: Multi-purpose device
Function: Ground care
The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the relevant Union harmonization
legislation:
2006/42/EC Machinery Directive
2014/30/EU
Reference EMC
to the Directive
relevant harmonized standards: EN ISO 5395-1: 2013
EN ISO 5395-1: 2013 /A1:2018
EN ISO 5395-3: 2013
EN ISO 5395-3: 2013 /A1:2017
EN ISO 5395-3: 2013 /A2:2018
also complies with the provisions of the following directives:
2014/30/EU EMC Directive
2000/14/EC
Reference amended by 2005/88/EC
to the relevant harmonized standards: EN ISO14982: 2009
The authorized compiler for the technical file in EU: N.V. ISEKI EUROPE S.A.
Planet II, Leuvensesteenweg 542-C1
1930 Zaventem Belgium
This declaration of conformity becomes invalid if machines are modified without the manufacturer’s prior consent.
EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Original Declaration
ISEKI & CO., LTD.
700 Umaki-cho, Matsuyama-shi, Ehime-ken
799-2692 Japan
This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.
Generic denomination: Multi-purpose device
Function: Ground care
The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the relevant Union harmonization
legislation:
2006/42/EC Machinery Directive
2014/30/EU EMC
Reference to Directiveharmonized standards:
the relevant EN ISO 5395-1: 2013
EN ISO 5395-1: 2013 /A1:2018
EN ISO 5395-3: 2013
EN ISO 5395-3: 2013 /A1:2017
EN ISO 5395-3: 2013 /A2:2018
also complies with the provisions of the following directives:
2014/30/EU EMC Directive
2000/14/EC
Referenceamended by 2005/88/EC
to the relevant harmonized standards: EN ISO14982: 2009
2000/14/EC amended by 2005/88/EC
Machine type: Lawnmowers, according to definition in item 32 of Annex II, 2000/14/EC.
Procedure applied to assess the conformity: Annex VI, 2000/14/EC.
Sound power level: Measured Guaranteed
SF225F equipped with accessories having a cutting width > 120 cm 104.10dB (A) 105 dB (A)
Engine Power : SF225F ISEKI E3112-XG02 (Diesel) 16.3kw at 2600 min-1
Notified Body: TÜV Rheinland LGA Products GmbH
Tillystraße 2, 90431 Nürnberg, Germany
Notified Body No.: 0197
The authorized compiler for the technical file in EU: N.V. ISEKI EUROPE S.A.
Planet II, Leuvensesteenweg 542-C1
1930 Zaventem Belgium
This declaration of conformity becomes invalid if machines are modified without the manufacturer’s prior consent.