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Reel Mower TRM-3083, TRM-5138 TRM-7192 Operators Manual Locke T urf 307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabam a, 36467, (334) 493-1300.
CONGRA TULA TIONS Y ou have invested in the best implemen t of its type on the market today . The care you give your Locke T urf implement will greatly determine your satisfaction with it s performance and it s service life.
REEL MOWER Operator ’ s Manual T able of Content s SECTION Introduction …………………...…………2,3 Lift Chain Adjustment.…………………...8 Federal Laws and Regulations ………….4 Mowing Unit Belt Adjustment.....………..8 Dealer Preparation Check List………….
INTRODUCTION More than merely devices created fo r mowing grass, the excellence of design, construction and operation of Locke power mowers is unp aral- leled.
Definitions: NOTE: A special point of information related to its preceding topic. The author ’s intention is that you read and note this information before co ntin uing. IMPORTANT: Information, related to its preceding topic, that the author fe els would be of use.
DEALER PREP ARA TION CHECK LIST REEL MOWER BEFORE DELIVERING MACHINE- The foll owing check list should be completed. Use the Operator ’ s Man- ual as a guide. 1. Assembly completed. 2. Gearbox f illed with oil. 3. All fittings lubricated.
IMPORT ANT FEDERAL LA WS AN D REGULA TIONS* CONCERNING EMPLOYERS, EMPLOYEES AND OPERA TIONS. *(This section is intended to explai n in broad terms the concept and effect of the follo wing federal laws and regula- tions. It is not intended as a legal interpretation of the la ws and should not be consider ed as such.
and tighten if necessary. 8. Travel slowly over rough terrain and be a lert to holes and gullies 9. When traveling on public roads, use acce ssory lights and devices for adequate warnin g to operators of other vehicles. Comply with all Federa l, State and Local laws.
During Operation 1. Tractor should be equippe d with ROPS and seat belt during operation. 2. Do not allow anyone to operat e this machine who has not been properly trained in its safe operation. 3. Do not allow children to oper ate the implement. 4. Never dismount from a moving tractor.
Hook Up 1. Engage Clevis swivel hitch or ball hitch to tractor drawbar using draw bar pin or ball su pplied. IMPORTANT For correct leveling, adjust Reel Mower unit tongue height so that the front and rear jack- shafts are equal distances above ground level.
The large (constant velocity U-joint) e nd of th e shaft goes on the tractor’s PTO shaft. NOTE: Refer to page 16 for locations of compo- nents. Belt Idlers – Main Drive Check regularly for correct belt tension, particularly every 5 to 10 hours following installation of new belts.
Mowing 1. Lower the mowing units to the ground. 2. Engage the tractor PTO at low speed to avo id shock to the mower power train. 3. Select appropriate tractor gear range (maxim um 5- 1/2 mph or 8.8 km/h at rated PTO speed). Refer to Clip Ratio on page 11.
BEDKNIFE HOLDER QUICK HEIGHT ADJUSTER REAR ROLLER REAR ADJUSTING SCREW BEDKNIFE FRONT ADJUST ING SC REW DESIRED CUTTING HEI GHT "A" A ADJUSTING BAR ASSY. 50019946 FRONT ROLLER LOCKNUTS Mowing Height Adjustment To ensure the same height of cut on each m owing unit and that each unit is also cutting level, Adjus t ment Bar part no.
Bed knife to Reel Adjustment A quick check of the spring spacer (Refer to illustra- tion below) is all that is required. To properly set spring spacer, loosen jam nut (A), then turn adjuster screw nut until the spring spacer is “snug” between washers.
Hydraulic Lift Operation Refer to Hydraulic System Schematics. RAISING MOWING UNITS: (TRM 5000 & 7000 ONLY) Pressure is applied to the “lift side of the circuit. Oil passes through the check (lock) valve and restrictor to the rod end port of the hydraulic c ylinder.
To Lower the Mowing Unit 1. Make sure the transport safety chain is unhooked and stowed on the left rear lift arm. NOTE Do not attempt to lower the mowing units with the transport safety chain in place, as this may result in damage to the lift system.
HYDRAULIC LIFT TROUBLESHOOTING UNITS WILL NOT LOWER 1. Transport safety chain not hooked and Unhook and stow chain. stowed. 2. Quick-disconnects reversed. Reverse couplings. 3. Faulty tractor hydraulic supply. See tractor manual. 4. Check valve pilot not operating.
Periodic Maintenance After ev ery 40 hours or operation: Grease the following points sparingly: Reel bearings Roller bearings Telescoping arms PTO drive shaft (primary drive) Tie rod ends (#6 and #7 m.
1 2 3 6 4 7 5 Tongue V-Belt Guards Gearbox PTO Shaft V-Belts Cutting Unit Stabilizer Arm Rear Roller Tire & Wheel Inner Arm Outer Arm PTO Shaft Main Frame Main Component Locations 17.
HIGH PRESSUR E FLUID HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death from escaping hydrau lic flu id: Visually chec k all hydraulic lines and hoses BEFORE applying pressure. Relieve pres sure on system before repairing, adjusting or disconnecting. Use paper or cardboard, Not BODY PARTS, to check for suspected leaks.
50022075 50022077 50022073 50022066 50022078 50022065 50022070 DANGER THROWN OBJECT HAZARD To prevent serious i nj ury or death fro m thrown o bjects: Operate with all guards installed in good condition. Stop operation if bystanders come within several hundred feet.
NOTICE To prevent damage to reel units and / or uneven cutting: Keep frame level CAUTION To Avoid Injury or Machin e Damage from Improper Tire Inflation or Torquing of Wheel Bolts: Maximum in flation pressure o f tires is 35 psi. Torque wheel bolts to 65 lb-ft.
T ORQUE SPECIFICA TIONS Proper torque for American fastene rs used on Locke Turf equipment. Recommended Torque in Foot Pound s (Newton Meters). * WRENCH SIZE (mm) “A” BOLT DIA. (mm) “B” AST M 4.6 AST M 8.8 AST M 9.8 ASTM 10.9 8 5 1.8 (2.4) 5.1 (6.
Locke T urf 307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabam a, 36467, (334) 493-1300.
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