Service manual

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AR 250
TABLE OF CONTENTS PARTS FIGURES PAGE
Safety .................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Assembly & Setup ...........................................................................................................................................................3-6
Adjustments .................................................................................................................................................................... 7,8
Service Chart ...................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Service ........................................................................................................................................................................ 10-14
Blades .............................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Torque Specifications ......................................................................................................................................................17
Ransomes Warranty ...................................................................................................................................................18,19
Frame & Rear Axle ............................................................................ Figure 1 ...........................................................20,21
Engine Mounting ............................................................................... Figure 2 ...........................................................22,23
Hydrostat / Throttle Controls ............................................................. Figure 3 ...........................................................24,25
Filter Mounting ................................................................................... Figure 4 ...........................................................26,27
Steering Wheel & Pedal Mounting .................................................... Figure 5 ...........................................................28,29
Front Lift Arm Mounting...................................................................... Figure 6 ...........................................................30,31
Rear Lift Arm Mounting ...................................................................... Figure 7 ...........................................................32,33
Drive Wheels & Brakes ..................................................................... Figure 8 ...........................................................34,35
Hydraulic Reservoir & Fuel Tank....................................................... Figure 9 ...........................................................36,37
Hood & Radiator ................................................................................ Figure 10.........................................................38,39
Seat Mounting .................................................................................... Figure 11.........................................................40,41
Instrument Panel ............................................................................... Figure 12.........................................................42,43
Hydraulic Valve Mounting .................................................................. Figure 13.........................................................44,45
Envirodecks-960014, 960015 ........................................................... Figure 14.........................................................46,47
Envirodecks-960028, 960029 ........................................................... Figure 15.........................................................48,49
Side Discharge Decks ...................................................................... Figure 16.........................................................50,51
Electrical Diagram ............................................................................. Figure 17.........................................................52,53
Hydraulic Diagram ............................................................................ Figure 18.........................................................54,55
4WD Valve ......................................................................................... Figure 19..............................................................56
Hydraulic Schematic ......................................................................... Figure 20..............................................................57
Electrical Schematic .......................................................................... Figure 21..............................................................58
Deck Valve ......................................................................................... Figure 22..............................................................59
Sauer-Sunstrand Pump .................................................................... Figure 23.........................................................60,61
Decals ............................................................................................... Figure 24 .........................................................62,63
Cross Reference ........................................................................................................................................................ 64-73
8-2001-TGTSP
IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Thank you for purchasing this Ransomes product. You have purchased a world class mowing product, one of the
best designed and built anywhere.
This machine comes with an Operation and Safety Manual and a Parts and Service Manual. The useful life and good
service you receive from this machine depends to a large extent on how well you read and understand these manuals.
Treat your machine properly, lubricate and adjust it as instructed, and it will give you many years of reliable service.
Your safe use of this Ransomes product is one of our prime design objectives. Many safety features are built in, but
we also rely on your good sense and care to achieve accident-free operation. For best protection, study the manuals
thoroughly. Learn the proper operation of all controls. Observe all safety precautions. Follow all instructions and
warnings completely. Do not remove or defeat any safety features. Make sure those who operate this machine are
as well informed and careful in its use as you are.
See a Ransomes dealer for any service or parts needed. Ransomes service ensures that you continue to receive
the best results possible from Ransomes’ products. You can trust Ransomes replacement parts because they are
manufactured with the same high precision and quality as the original parts.
Ransomes designs and builds its equipment to serve many years in a safe and productive manner. For longest life,
use this machine only as directed in the manuals, keep it in good repair and follow safety warnings and instructions.
You'll always be glad you did.
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