Shibaura CG161 User Manual

Ransomes Way, Ipswich, England, IP3 9QGRANSOMESGBOPERATORS INSTRUCTIONSPublication No. 24077G (rev.1) (RSJ 001 071997)CG161 COMPACTGARDEN TRACTOR

8CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTSThe engine temperature, oil pressure, glow plug andcharge indicator warning lights are located as shownin Figure 3, When the

9CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTSFigure 5 - Brake ControlsTo apply the parking brake:l Pull up the parking brake latch whiledepressing the brake pedal. The pa

10CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTSGEARSHIFT - RANGE SHIFT LEVERThe range shift lever, on the left side of the fender,shown in Figure 7, can be shifted when th

11CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTSNOTE: The lift control lever must be placed in the“LOCK” position to start the engine.NOTE: The hydraulic oil flows to the p

12OPERATIONBREAK-IN PROCEDURESYour RANSOMES Tractor will provide long anddependable service if given proper care during the50-hour break-in period Dur

13OPERATIONIf the starter does not turn the engine over, shut offstarter immediately. Do not make further attempts tostart the engine until the condit

14OPERATIONOPERATING THE HYDROSTATICTRANSMISSIONHYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSIONThe hydrostatic transmission is controlled by theH.S.T.foot pedal, speed contr

15OPERATIONDRAWBARWarning: Pull only from drawbar.Pulling from any other point can causerear overturnThe maximum drawbar loadPulling - load: 340 kgVer

16LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

17LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCENOLUBRICATION ANDMAINTENANCEITEMSCHECKCLEANLUBECHANGEADJUSTSERVICEINTERVALS6 Radiator Coolant XEvery10 Hoursor Daily1 Eng

18LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCEFUEL AND LUBRICANTSFUEL (DIESELType of fuel to useWhen operating in temperatures above 20~F (-6.7C), use diesel fuel oil

19LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

20LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCEType of lubricant to use;Transmission, Rear Axle, FinalReduction, Hydraulic System Oil - ISO VG46 - 56Engine Crankcase -

21LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCEIMPORTANTAfter lubrication and maintenance before operating.must close and lock the hoodFUEL AND LUBRICANT SERVICEPROCEDU

22LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE2. Unscrew the oil filter, Figure 18, catching theused oil in a suitable container placed belowthe filter. Discard the fi

23LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCEFigure 24 - Fuel pre-filterDraining Fuel1. Place the tractor standing level and keepingaway from fire.2. Provide a suitab

24AIR CLEANERChecking Dirt Level : Check the dirt level of filterelement daily or every 10 hours,Figure 27 - Air Cleaner - DisassembledClean the eleme

25LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCEFigure 29 - Transmission, Rear Axle and HydraulicSystem Oil Level Dipstick / Filler PlugChanging Oil: Change the oil ever

26LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCELUBRICATION FITTINGSThe following lubrication points (refer to theLubrication Chart, page 28 or 30) require theapplicatio

27LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE2. After the coolant has drained, place a waterhose in the radiator filler neck and run waterthrough the system with the

1PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:This operator’s manual has been prepared to provide the information you need to correctly assemble, operateand maintain your tr

28LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCEIMPORTANT: Do not remove the thermostat in anattempt to improve the cooling. This will cause theengine to run below norm

29LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCEBATTERYKeep the battery connections tight and free ofcorrosion. An ammonia or baking soda-watersolution is good for washi

30LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCEFigure 41 - AlternatorVOLTAGE REGULATOR / RECTIFIERThe voltage regulator (Figure 44) automaticallycontrols the alternator

31LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCEINSTRUMENT LIGHTSTo change an instrument bulb:1. Pull out the socket downward from the lightholder.2. Remove the bulb fro

32LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCEBRAKE PEDAL ADJUSTMENT1. Loosen the lock nut on the brake rod andremove the spring from the long nut, Figure49.2. Screw t

33LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCEPTO SAFETY SWITCH ADJUSTMENTIf the engine will not start because the PTO safetyswitch requires adjustment, adjust the swi

34LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCEl Run the engine for 10 minutes to ensurecomplete distribution of the special oil throughthe injection pump and fuel inje

35GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE(Revised 2-74)USE THE FOLLOWING TORQUES WHEN SPECIAL TORQUES ARE NOT GIVENNOTE: These values apply to fasteners as

36SPECIFICATIONSThe specifications on the following pages are provided for your information. For additional information, see yourRANSOMES Dealer.Prope

37SPECIFICATIONSENGINEType Shibaura E673Horsepower (SAE J1349) 16(11.9kw)Number of Cylinders 3Bore 2.64 in.(6.7cm)Stroke 2.52 in.(6.4cm)Displacement 4

2CONTENTSSAFETY PRECAUTION ... 3CONTROLS AND INSTRU

38SPECIFICATIONSTYRESFront:Standard (TURF) 16x6.50-8 G2 2PRRear:Standard (TURF) 23x10.50-12 G2 2PRLUBRICANTSEngine OilTemperature Viscosity Grade and

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40SAFETY DECALSIn the event that decals become damaged or illegible, they should be replaced with new decals at their originalposition. Replacement de

41SAFETY DECALSWARNING - TO JUMP STARTPART NO - SBA-490990571LOCATION - Inside of hoodWARNING -Keep hands and clothingaway from rotating fan .PART NO

42INSTRUCTION DECALSMid P. T. O. Control LeverPARTNO. - SBA-390171g50LOCATION - Left & below seatright of controlDifferential LockPART NO. - SBA-3

43INSTRUCTION DECALSSpeed Set Control InstrumentsPART NO, - SBA-390194320LOCATION - On steering cowl belowdashGround Speed Diagram - HydrostaticPARTNO

44INSTRUCTION DECALSRow Control valvePART NO. - SBA-390370290LOCATION - Top of flow controlknobFuel OilPART NO. - SBA-390192910LOCATION - On the front

45INSTRUCTION DECALSUSAGE - Tractors that are to be storedPART NO, - SBA-390190300LOCATION - On plastic blockInstalling Pedal SpacerPART NO. - SBA-390

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3SAFETY RULESPlease pay particular attention to all boxed-parts in the text which have the signThis sign warns you to be careful whencarrying out cert

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Ransomes Way, Ipswich, England, IP3 9QGRANSOMESThe following warning is for users of this product inCalifornia USA and is as required by proposition 6

4SAFETYPREPARATION1) While mowing, always wear substantialfootwear and long trousers. Do not operatethe equipment when barefoot or wearing opensandals

5SAFETY10) Before leaving the operator’s position:l Disengage the blades and lower the CutterDeck.l Charge into neutral and set the parking brake.l St

6SAFETY10) Take care as the rotation of one blade cancause the other blade to turn.11) When the machine is to be parked, stored orleft unattended, low

7SEATThe seat is adjustable to obtain the mostcomfortable positionTo move the seat fore and aft, move the seatrelease lever upward and slide the seat