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Ransomes Matador 71 Safety And Operation/maintenance And Parts Manual

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    Safety and operation / maintenance and parts manual matador 71 rj 100 / 102003 warning: if incorrectly used this machine can cause severe injury. Those who use and maintain this machine should be trained in its proper use, warned of its dangers and should read the entire manual before attempting to ...

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    © 2003, ransomes jacobsen limited. All rights reserved.

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    Gb-1 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 1 contents contents page 2 introduction 2.1 important .................................................................................................. 2 2.2 product identification ..................................

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    Gb-2 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 2 introduction 2.2 product identification 2.1 important important: this is a precision machine and the service obtained from it depends on the way it is operated and maintained. This safety and operators manual sh...

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    Gb-3 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 3 safety instructions 2.3 spares stocking guide to keep your equipment fully operational and productive, ransomes suggests you maintain a stock of the more commonly used maintenance items. We have included part nu...

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    Gb-4 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 2.3 how to use the parts manual item number each part which is identified in the illustrations has an item number. Parts which do not have an item number may not be readily identified in the illustration but are u...

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    Gb-5 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual this safety symbol indicates important safety messages in this manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury, carefully read the message that follows, and inform other operators. 3.1 oper...

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    Gb-6 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 3 safety instructions 3.6 leaving the driving position • park the machine on level ground. • before leaving the driving position, stop the engine and make sure all moving parts are stationary. Apply brakes and dis...

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    Gb-7 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and do serious damage. Immediate medical assistance must be sought. Warning batteries produce explosive gases and contain corrosive acid and supply levels...

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    Gb-8 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 4 specifications 4.1 engine specification matador 71: type: honda 4kw (5.5hp)/ 3600 rpm, single cylinder, air cooled 4 stroke ohv petrol engine 25° inclined cylinder, horizontal shaft. Model: gx160 k1-qx4 maximum ...

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    Gb-9 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 4.4 vibration level the machine was tested for whole body and hand/ arm vibration levels. The operator was seated in the normal operating position with both hands on the steering mechanism. The engine was running ...

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    Gb-10 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 4.8 ec conformity certificate ec declaration of conformity • déclaration de conformité ce • eg conformiteits-declaratie • eg-konformitatsbescheinigung • certificato di conformità ce • ef konformitetserklæring • e...

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    Gb-11 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual conformity assessment procedure • procédure de conformité•évaluation • conformiteitsbeoordelingsprocedur • verfahren zur beurteilung der konformität • procedura di valutazione conformità • procedure for overensst...

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    Gb-12 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual e d o c t c u d o r p s e i r e s n o i t p i r c s e d 4 8 2 b a m l a y t a e s g n i r e e t s we the undersigned • nous, soussignés • wij, de ondergetekenden • wir, die unterzeichneten • noi sottoscritti • un...

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    Gb-13 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 5 decals 5.1 safety decals a903491 read operator's manual. A903489 keep a safe distance from the machine. A903492 stay clear of hot surfaces. A903490 do not remove safety shields while engine is running. A911424 ...

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    Gb-14 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 6 controls 6.1a operator presence control - mechanical (opc) (fig. 6.1a.1) by depressing button b lever a can be operated thereby engaging forward drive and cylinder rotation (cylinder will only rotate if cylinde...

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    Gb-15 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual fig. 6.2 fig. 6.1c.1 fig. 6.1c.2 6.2 throttle control (a fig. 6.2) the maximum cutting speed can be adjusted by means of this control. To adjust the engine revs. Move the hand lever downwards to increase or upwar...

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    Gb-16 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 6 controls 6.5 ignition cut-out switch (a fig. 6.5) the ignition switch is located on the front of the engine. The engine ignition is switched on by moving the lever to the ‘1’ position. To stop the engine close ...

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    Gb-17 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 7 operation the daily inspection should be performed only when the engine is off and all fluids are cold. Lower implements to the ground, engage parking brake, stop engine and remove ignition key. Caution 7.1 dai...

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    Gb-18 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual never operate the equipment with the operator presence & safety interlock system disengaged or malfunctioning. Do not disconnect or bypass any switch. Warning 7 operation t s e t e c n e s s e r p r o t a r e p o...

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    Gb-19 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 7 operation 7.3 operating procedure 1. Under no circumstances should the engine be started with the operator presence system engaged. 2. Do not operate the machine or attachments with loose, damaged or missing co...

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    Gb-20 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 9. Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Read section 3.7. Use caution when operating near drop off points. 10. Never use your hands to clean cutting units. Use a brush to remove grass clippings from blades....

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    Gb-21 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 8 adjustments 8.1 height of cut adjustment the cutting height is determined by the position of the front rolls in relation to the bottom blade, variation of this height is made by adjusting the front roll. A rang...

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    Gb-22 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 8 adjustments 8.3 cylinder to bottom blade adjustment (fig. 8.3) to check that the cutting cylinder is set correctly to the bottom blade: tilt the machine back, hold a thin piece of paper between the edge of the ...

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    Gb-23 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 8.6 concave adjustment (fig. 8.6) if the grass clippings do not enter the grassbox satisfactorily then the concave needs adjusting: 1. Ensure that the concave aligns correctly with the bottom edge of the bottom b...

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    Gb-24 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 8 adjustments 8.8 chain adjustments (fig. 8.8) chain adjustments to gain access to chains remove the chain case cover. When correctly adjusted all three transmission chains should be slightly slack in all positio...

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    Gb-25 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 8.11 main clutch adjustment 1. Undo clutch cover fixing bolts. The cover can then removed leaving the clutch uncovered. 2. Using a feeler gauge (b fig. 8.12) adjust 'a' (fig. 8.12) until the gap is between 0.38mm...

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    Gb-26 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 8 adjustments 8.12 parking brake adjustment 1. Secure brake cable to abutment on the handlebar. 2. Route brake cable through brake bracket abutment, pull inner cable tight through pivot pin, and secure with screw...

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    Gb-27 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 9 accessories 9.1 trailing seat if required a trailing seat may be attached to the machine by means of a single pin coupling. Only a ransomes trailing seat (lmaa747) should be used with these machines. Fitting th...

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    Gb-28 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 10 maintenance s e r u d e c o r p e c n a n e t n i a m p o h s k r o w e r a s t n i o p t e ll u b e t i h w d n a s k c e h c r o t a r e p o e r a s t n i o p t e ll u b k c a l b y li a d t s r i f h t n o ...

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    Gb-29 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual should the number of working hours that the machine is in use during the indicated period exceed the number quoted in brackets then use the recommended ‘working hour’ guide as the maintenance schedule. 10.1 engin...

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    Gb-30 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 10.3 clutch and layshaft cover (fig. 10.3) undo the fixing screws for cover (a fig. 10.3) and remove cover. Grass can then be cleared from the primary clutch and layshaft area. When completed replace cover and se...

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    Gb-31 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 11 lubrication for recommended lubricants see page 9. Should the number of working hours that the machine is in use during the indicated period exceed the number quoted in brackets, then use the recommended ‘work...

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    Gb-32 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 11.4 machine before using the machine for the first time, lubricate the following points using an grease gun and recommended grease: cutting cylinder bearings (a fig. 11.4a) landroll (a fig. 11.5b) front roll spi...

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    Gb-33 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual 12 guarantee / sales & service guarantee we guarantee that should any defect in workmanship or material occur in the goods within two years or two thousand hours (on models equipped with hour meters), or whicheve...

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    Gb-34 ransomes matador 71 series: bn/cf safety, operators, maintenance and parts manual notes.

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    Parts-1 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual contents contents section title page 1 cutting unit and clutch ....................................................................................... 3 main frame & grassbox 2a main frame & grassbox mechanical opc ..................................

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    Parts-2 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 1 cutting unit and clutch.

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    Parts-3 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 1 cutting unit and clutch 1 lmaa816 btm block & blade as 1 1.1 bottom block assy 1 1.2 mba7086 bottom blade 1 1.3 001190018 scrw-csk 5/16-18x1/2 btm bld 8 2 mbc3362c cu...

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    Parts-4 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 2a main frame & grassbox mechanical opc.

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    Parts-5 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 2a main frame & grassbox mechanical opc 1 mbf2254 wldmt-chassis, 71 matador 1 2 mbc4275a mounting plate 1 3 a691159 exhaust deflector 1 4 006890150 engine-honda gx160-q...

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    Parts-6 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 2a main frame & grassbox mechanical opc.

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    Parts-7 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 2a main frame & grassbox mechanical opc 83 450324 nut-hex m8 1 84 mbe3667a cover nut 1 89 mbg6527 cover bracket 1 90 mbg6724 cover-matador 1 91 mbf2239 plate-cover 1 92...

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    Parts-8 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 2b main frame & grassbox motivar opc.

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    Parts-9 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 2b main frame & grassbox motivar opc 1 mbf2254 wldmt-chassis, 71 matador 1 2 mbc4275a mounting plate 1 3 a691159 exhaust deflector 1 4 006890150 engine-honda gx160-q4 1...

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    Parts-10 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 2b main frame & grassbox motivar opc.

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    Parts-11 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 83 450324 nut-hex m8 1 84 mbe3667a cover nut 1 89 mbg6527 cover bracket 1 90 mbg6724 cover-matador 1 91 mbf2239 plate-cover 1 92 mbg6626 tube - cover 2 93 450539 scrw-...

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    Parts-12 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 3a standard handlebars, handles & controls mechanical opc.

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    Parts-13 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 1 450726 capscrw-sckt m8 x 35 1 2 450390 wshr-m8 x 17 x 1.8 4 3 mbf2097 asm-brake lever 1 4 mbg5994.07 lever-brake 1 5 a219335 brg-nyliner 12 x 13.6 x 12 2 6 mbg6191 s...

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    Parts-14 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 3b standard handlebars, handles & controls motivar opc.

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    Parts-15 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 1 450726 capscrw-sckt m8 x 35 1 2 450390 wshr-m8 x 17 x 1.8 4 3 mbf2097 asm-brake lever 1 4 mbg5994.07 lever-brake 1 5 a219335 brg-nyliner 12 x 13.6 x 12 2 6 mbg6191 s...

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    Parts-16 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 3c low clearance handlebars, handles & controls mechanical opc.

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    Parts-17 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 3c low clearance handlebars, handles & controls mechanical opc 1 450726 capscrw-sckt m8 x 35 1 2 450390 wshr-m8 x 17 x 1.8 4 3 mbf2097 asm-brake lever 1 4 mbg5994.07 l...

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    Parts-18 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 3d low clearance handlebars, handles & controls motivar opc.

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    Parts-19 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 3d low clearance handlebars, handles & controls motivar opc 1 450726 capscrw-sckt m8 x 35 1 2 450390 wshr-m8 x 17 x 1.8 4 3 mbf2097 asm-brake lever 1 4 mbg5994.07 leve...

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    Parts-20 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 4 brakes & landroll scraper.

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    Parts-21 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 4 brakes & landroll scraper 10 mbf2258 brake bracket assy 1 11 450191 scrw-hex m8 x 20 5 12 450390 wshr-m8 x 17 x 1.8 6 13 450411 lockwshr-m8 x 12.75 x 2 2 14 450192 s...

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    Parts-22 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 5 front roll.

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    Parts-23 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 5 front roll 1 mbf2238 front roll cross shaft assy 1 2 450192 scrw-hex m8 x 25 4 3 450324 nut-hex m8 4 4 450411 lockwshr-m8 x 12.75 x 2 4 5 mbc3218 ferrule 1 6 a199302...

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    Parts-24 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 5 front roll.

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    Parts-25 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 5 front roll a lmaa614 side rolls 30 mbc3285 carriage assy lh 1 31 mbc3286 carraige assy rh 1 a.3 mbc3418 shaft. 1 a.5 a210137 bush-oilite 20 x 25 x 20 4 a.6 a299301 l...

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    Parts-26 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 6 landroll.

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    Parts-27 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 6 landroll 1 mbc9298 housing 2 2 a203604 brg-ball 20 x 47 x 14 2 3 451977 circlip-int 47 x 1.75 t 2 4 450190 scrw-hex m8 x 16 6 5 a292050 sprg-disc 8.2 x 16 x 0.9 6 6 ...

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    Parts-28 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 7 drives.

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    Parts-29 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 1 mbc3250a shaft 1 2 450383 nut-hex m20 nyloc 1 3 a143100 pin, 8 x 98.5 1 4 mbg6621 lever-l/r clutch 1 5 mbg6468 shoulder pin 1 6 a292085 sprg-disc 12.2 x 25 x 0.7 2 8...

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    Parts-30 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 8 decals 1.15 1.14 1.16 1.10 l wa 100 db 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.19a 1.20 1.21 1.17 1.19b 1.18.

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    Parts-31 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 8 decals 1 idl039 kit-decal, 71 matador 1 1.10 009034620 decal-hoc adj 1 1.11 009034760 decal-noise 100 1 1.12 009034970 decal-spark plu 1 1.13 009034910 decal-instruc...

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    Parts-32 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 9 a trailing seat.

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    Parts-33 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual lmaa628 trailing seat 5.10 450379 nut-hex m10 nyloc 1 5.15 450391 wshr-m10 x 21 x 2.2 1 5.25 451144 scrw-pan hd #10 x 13 4 5.30 452100823 wshr-15/16 x 1-3/4 x .104 3 5...

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    Parts-34 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 9b grooved front roll.

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    Parts-35 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 1 002993013 lubricator m6 str 2 2 4116099 grooved roll tube 1 3 451972 circlip int 42 x 12 2 4 824100333 bearing ball 20 x 42 x 12 2 5 mbc3318 boss 2 6 mbc3367 spindle...

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    Parts-36 ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 9c landroll - rubber covered.

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    Parts-37 * not illustrated list of parts item ransomes description qty remarks part no ransomes medium pedestrian range parts manual 1 mbc9298 housing 2 2 a203604 brg-ball 20 x 47 x 14 2 3 451977 circlip-int 47 x 1.75 t 2 4 450190 scrw-hex m8 x 16 6 5 a292050 sprg-disc 8.2 x 16 x 0.9 6 6 mbc4829a sh...

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    38 numerical index part no description page item part no description page item ransomes small pedestrian range parts manual 1 0 numerical index lmaa816 btm block & blade as 3 1 mba7086 bottom blade 3 1.2 450000 bolt-hex m6 x 25 19 18 450000 bolt-hex m6 x 25 29 18 450014 bolt-hex m8 x 30 7 155 450040...

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    39 numerical index part no description page item part no description page item ransomes small pedestrian range parts manual 1 0 numerical index 452702 scrw-hex m8 x 20 taptite 5 73 452702 scrw-hex m8 x 20 taptite 9 21 452702 scrw-hex m8 x 20 taptite 11 21 1190018 scrw-csk 5/16-18x1/2 btm bld 3 1.3 1...

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    40 numerical index part no description page item part no description page item ransomes small pedestrian range parts manual 1 0 numerical index h001202 brg-align 17 x 40 x 12 5 17 h001733 brg-ball 20 x 42 x 12 15 44 idl039 kit-decal, 71 matador 23 1 j3004610 spring 7 152 j3005380 clutch fingers 7 15...

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    41 numerical index part no description page item part no description page item ransomes small pedestrian range parts manual 1 0 numerical index mbg6527 cover bracket 7 89 mbg6557 housing-bearing 5 35 mbg6592 drive pinion 5 38 mbg6594 drive spindle 71 mat 5 23 mbg6621 lever-l/r clutch 21 4 mbg6626 tu...

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    Bob-cat bunton cushman jacobsen ransomes ryan e-z-go equipment from ransomes jacobsen limited is built to exacting standards ensured by iso 9001 registration at all our manufacturing locations. A worldwide dealer network and factory-trained technicians backed by ransomes jacobsen parts xpress provid...