Jacobsen LF550-H-T4F User Manual

When Performance Matters.
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LF550
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/ LF570
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Lightweight Fairway Mower
with Folding ROPS
68011 – LF550-H-T4F, Kubota V2403-CR-E4B, 5 Gang 2WD
68012 – LF550-H-T4F, Kubota V2403-CR-E4B, 5 Gang 4WD
68013 – LF570-H-T4F, Kubota V2403-CR-E4B, 5 Gang 2WD
68014 – LF570-H-T4F, Kubota V2403-CR-E4B, 5 Gang 4WD
68015 – LF550-T4F, Kubota D1803-CR-E4B, 5 Gang 2WD
68016 – LF550-T4F, Kubota D1803-CR-E4B, 5 Gang 4WD
68017 – LF570-T4F, Kubota D1803-CR-E4B, 5 Gang 2WD
68018 – LF570-T4F, Kubota D1803-CR-E4B, 5 Gang 4WD
WARNING
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 set up, operate,
adjust or service the machine.
4305438-GB-Rev A
Safety, Operation and Maintenance Manual
RJL 100 August 2014
GB
United
Kingdom

Jacobsen LF550-H-T4F Specifications

General

Engine Type	Diesel
Drive Type	Hydrostatic
Number of Reels	5
Engine Manufacturer	Kubota
Fuel Type	Diesel
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic
Drive System	4WD
Deck Type	Floating
Deck Lift	Hydraulic
Cutting Width	100 inches
Turning Radius	0 inches

Summary

Safety Guidelines

How to Operate Safely

Essential safety practices for operating the mower correctly.

Operation Safety Procedures

Guidelines for safe operation, including warnings and precautions.

ROPS and Fuel Handling Safety

Safety precautions for the Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) and fuel.

Trailer Loading Safety

Important Safety Notes

Key safety warnings and information regarding interlock systems.

Controls and Displays

Operator Compartment Layout

Joystick, LDU, and Alarm Operations

Operation of the joystick for cutting unit control and LDU display.

Traction Pedal and Steering Adjustments

Operating the Mower

Daily Inspection Procedures

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Procedures for safely starting and stopping the mower engine.

Mowing and Driving Operations

Steps for engaging cutting units, mowing, and driving the mower.

Mowing on Slopes

Guidelines for safely operating the mower on inclines.

Quality of Cut Issues

Quality of Cut Troubleshooting

Diagnosing and resolving issues affecting the quality of the grass cut.

Washboarding and Marcelling

Step Cutting and Scalping

Stragglers, Streaks, and Windrowing