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5.1.4 SERVICE RECORD

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ACTION CODE

GREASE

CLEAN

CHECK

HOURS

SERVICED BY

MAINTENANCE

8 Hours or Daily

CK Engine Oil Level
CK Fuel Level
CL Roller Heads
CL Machine

40 Hours or Monthly

G  Roller Shaft Bearings
G  Steering Cylinder
CK Hydraulic System Oil Level
CL  Engine Air Cleaner

100 Hours or 3 Months

CH Engine Oil
CK Tire Pressure
CK Roller Drive Chain Tension
G Roller Drive Chains

Annually

CH Hydraulic Oil Filter

Bi-Annually or Every Two Years

CH Hydraulic System Oil

Summary of Contents for GR-400

Page 1: ...SELF PROPELLED GREENS ROLLER MODEL GR 400 OPERATOR S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ... or character including liabilities for alleged representations or negligence We neither assume nor authorize any other person to assume on our behalf any liability in connection with the subsequent sale of the Greens Roller This warranty shall not apply to any Greens Roller which has been altered outside the factory in any way so as in the judgement of AgriMetal to affect its operation or reliabi...

Page 3: ... form must be filled out by the dealer and signed by both the dealer and the customer at the time of deliv ery Customer s Name Dealer Name Address Address City State Prov Code City State Prov Code Phone Number Greens Roller Model Serial Number Delivery Date DEALER INSPECTION REPORT Hydraulic Components in Good Condition Steering Wheel Turns Freely Chain Tension Checked Chain and Sprockets Aligned ...

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Page 5: ...he number in the space provided for easy reference Model Number Serial Number Engine Speed Reading Location Noise Level dBA Low Idle Right Side of Driver 62 Left Side of Driver 55 Ear 70 Max RPM Right Side of Driver 71 Left Side of Driver 70 Ear 87 Radio Shack Realistic sound level meter used for test All readings taken on compacted gravel surface 55 dBA ambient noise level Side measurements at 16...

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Page 7: ...achine Components 30 5 3 Break In 31 5 4 Pre Operation Checklist 31 5 5 Controls 32 5 6 Attaching Unhooking 34 5 7 Loading Greens Roller onto Trailer 35 5 8 Field Operation 36 5 9 Transporting 44 5 10 Storage 45 6 Service and Maintenance 47 6 1 Service 47 6 1 1 Fluids and Lubricants 47 6 1 2 Greasing 47 6 1 3 Servicing Intervals 48 6 1 4 Service Record 53 6 2 Maintenance 54 6 2 1 Cleaning Air Clea...

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Page 9: ...nd the Safety Operation Maintenance and Trouble Shooting information contained within the Operator s Manual This manual covers the AgriMetal Model GR 400 Self Propelled Greens Roller Use the Table of Contents or Index as a guide to locate required information Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners Call your Agri Metal Dealer or the factory if you ne...

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Page 11: ...tion that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations typically for machine components which for functional purposes cannot be guarded SIGN...

Page 12: ...to follow these Most accidents can be avoided A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate the machine An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to possible serious injury or death Do not modify the equipment in any way Un authorized modification may impair the function and or safety and could affect the life of the equipment...

Page 13: ...be allowed to work with this equipment Do not allow persons to operate or assemble this unit until they have read this manual and havedevelopedathoroughunderstandingof the safety precautions and of how it works Review the safety instructions with all users annually 6 This equipment is dangerous to children and personsunfamiliarwithitsoperation Theopera torshouldbearesponsible properlytrainedand ph...

Page 14: ...uickly in an emergency Read this manual and the one provided with your tow vehicle 6 Train all new personnel and review instructions frequently with existing workers Be certain only aproperlytrainedandphysicallyablepersonwill operate the machinery A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate the ma chine An untrained operator exposes hi...

Page 15: ...rly mounted adjusted and in good operating condition 7 Ensure that all safety shielding and safety signs are properly installed and in good condition 2 6 MAINTENANCE SAFETY 1 Good maintenance is your responsibility Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble 2 Follow good shop practices Keep service area clean and dry Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded Use adequate light f...

Page 16: ... are recommended during assembly installation operation adjustment maintaining repairing removal or moving Do not allow long hair loosefittingclothing orjewelrytobearound moving parts 6 Alwaysusetwopeopletohandleheavy unwieldy components during assembly installation re moval or moving 7 Neverplaceanypartofyourbodywhereitwould be in danger if movement should occur during assembly installation opera...

Page 17: ... machine 3 Store the unit in a dry level area Support the hitch and wheels with planks if required 2 10 REFUELLING SAFETY 1 Handle fuel with care It is highly flammable 2 Allow engine to cool for 5 minutes before re fuelling Clean up spilled fuel before restarting engine 3 Do not refuel the machine while smoking or when near open flame or sparks 4 Fill fuel tank outdoors 5 Prevent fires by keeping...

Page 18: ...ttle in FAST position and crank until engine starts 15 DO NOT strike flywheel with a hard object or metal tool as this may cause flywheel to shatter in operation Use proper tools to service engine 16 DO NOT operate engine without a muffler Inspect periodically and replace if necessary If engine is equipped with muffler deflector inspect periodically and replace if necessary with correct deflector ...

Page 19: ...intenance information presented in this manual Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until such information has been reviewed Annu ally review this information before the season start up Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice for all of your equipment We feel that an untrained operator is unqualified to operate this machine A sign off sheet ...

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Page 21: ...y signs the type of warning and the area or particular function related to that area that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS Think SAFETY Work SAFELY REMEMBER If safety signs have been damaged removed become illegible or parts replaced without safety signs new signs must be applied New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer A B C D D E E D PN NC13 33 0183 PN NC13 33 0185 PN NC13 33 035...

Page 22: ... the type of warning and the area or particular function related to that area that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS Think SAFETY Work SAFELY REMEMBER If safety signs have been damaged removed become illegible or parts replaced without safety signs new signs must be applied New safety signs are available from your authorized dealer D B D D A E E D E C C PN NC13 33 0288 PN NC13 33 0247 ...

Page 23: ...ing and assembling the machine Whenthemachineisshipped followthispro cedure when preparing for the customer 1 Cleartheareaofbystandersespeciallysmall children before starting 2 Remove the pallet tie downs 3 Use a forklift to lift the pallet machine from the truck Carry the load close to the ground as it is moved to the assembly area and positioned 4 Cutandremovethestrapssecuringtheroller and trail...

Page 24: ...crew Bolts Removed 5 Remove hitch from pallet by removing screws securing it 6 Remove anchor bolts from hitch mounting channel under trailer frame 7 Remove hitch and bring to front of pallet Clevis Screw Fig 3 ANCHOR BOLTS ...

Page 25: ...ION JACK Fig 4 ANCHOR BOLTS 8 Attach hitch to trailer with anchor bolts and tighten to their specifed torque 9 Position hitch assembly a Install hitch b Turn jack to extend wheel in the down direction c Lower wheel until it touches the ground ...

Page 26: ...18 Fig 6 FRAME ANCHOR Frame Removed Anchor Bolt Anchor Screws 10 Remove front frame anchor a Remove anchor screws b Remove anchor bolt c Remove anchor frame ...

Page 27: ...ailer to tow unit a Align hitch and clevis b Install drawbar pin and retainer c Connect safety chain d Retract jack and rotate 90 into its stowed position Fig 7 HOOKING UP Safety Chain Jack Stowed Drawbar Pin Aligning ...

Page 28: ...20 On Pallet Off Pallet Fig 8 DRIVING FORWARD 12 Drive trailer off the pallet ...

Page 29: ...Remove anchor bolts from battery pole b Connect cable c Tighten anchor bolt to its specified torque d Move plastic shield over battery pole to cover cable connection Fig 9 CONNECT BATTERY Connecting Cover Anchor Bolt Shipping ...

Page 30: ...22 Manual Cannister Ignition Switch Fig 10 IGNITION KEY 14 Install ignition key a Remove key from manual cannister b Insert key into ignition switch ...

Page 31: ...Cut plastic tie to rear support bracket b Release rear support bracket latch c Cut plastic tie to front support bracket d Release front support bracket Fig 11 RAMP Front Plastic Tie Bracket Released Bracket Latch Rear Plastic Tie ...

Page 32: ...24 16 Use the handle to lower the ramp to the ground NOTE Do not unload machine unless trailer is attached securely to tow vehicle Fig 12 RAMP LOWERED ...

Page 33: ...o fuel tank a Raise seat assembly b Remove gas cap c Add fuel to tank d Close fuel tank cap e Lower seat assembly into its operating configuration Fig 13 REFUELING Refueling Seat Assembly Lowered Gas Cap Seat Assembly ...

Page 34: ...r a Climb on seat b Start engine NOTE Do not unload machine unless trailer is attached securely to tow vehicle c Drive machine down the ramp Starting Down d Off ramp Fig 14 UNLOADING STarting Down Ramp Starting Starting Engine ...

Page 35: ...27 19 Remove trailer frame shipping anchor bolt and stow Fig 15 SHIPPING ANCHOR BOLT ...

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Page 37: ...ead Operator s Manual before starting Re view safety instructions annually If a safety shield or guard is removed for any reason it must be replaced before the machine is again operated When the use of hand tools is required to perform any part of assembly installation adjustment maintaining repairing removal or moving be sure the tools used are designed and recommended by the tool manufacturer fo...

Page 38: ...surized oil to drive the rollers The operator sits at right angles to the direction of travel to provide good operating visibility in each direction Optional brushes can be mounted on each side of the frame to sweep the green while it is being rolled Fig 16 PRINCIPLE COMPONENTS The steering wheel turns the right roller assembly to manoeuvre the machine where the operator wants to go Foot pedals on...

Page 39: ...ECKLIST Efficient and safe operation of the AgriMetal Self Propelled Greens Roller requires that each operator reads and understands the operating procedures and all related safety precautions outlined in this section A pre operation checklist is provided for the operator It is important for both personal safety and for maintaining the machine in good mechanical condition that this checklist be fo...

Page 40: ...engine starts and it will return to the RUN position b Fuel Shut Off Valve Each engine is equipped with a valve between the fuel tank and carburator Slide the fuel valve toward the block to turn ON and away for OFF Turn the fuel OFF when not in use or before transport ing c Choke This lever controls the position of the choke Move the lever rearward to close the choke for starting when the engine i...

Page 41: ...rectional Foot Pedals The machine is designed with two spring loaded to neutral pedals that determine the machine s direction and speed of move ment a Depress and hold the right pedal to move to the right Depress further to increase speed to the right b Depress and hold the left pedal to move the machine to the left Depress further to increase speed to the left Release the pedals and they will ret...

Page 42: ...th the drawbar 4 Stop tow vehicle remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before dis mounting 5 Use a drawbar pin with provisions for a me chanical retainer Install the retainer NOTE If more height adjustment is need ed on the hitch unbolt clevis and turn upside down Tighten mount ing bolts to their specified torque 6 Attach the safety chain around the drawbar cage to prevent une...

Page 43: ...re is enough room and clear ance to drive up to the trailer 5 Align the machine with the ramp 6 Drive to the right up the ramp 7 Align the frame of the right roller with the center of the trailer frame NOTE Do not unload machine unless trailer is attached securely to tow vehicle 8 Drive on trailer until roller is fully on the trailer 9 Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before dismo...

Page 44: ...mponents during assembly installa tion removal or moving Neverplaceanypartofyourbodywhereitwould be in danger if movement should occur during assembly installation operation maintaining repairing removal or moving Stop engine place all controls in neutral set park brake remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing adjust ing repairing or unplugging the machine Do not ...

Page 45: ...wer ramp 4 Start engine 5 Use the foot pedals to move machine 6 Move the machine to the left off the rear of the trailer and off the loading ramp 7 Drive to the green Fig 23 UNLOADING Start Engine Locks Foot Pedals Drive Down Ramp Unloaded ...

Page 46: ...inutes to al low it to warm h Increase throttle setting to maximum speed for operation i Use the foot pedals and steering wheel to move and manoeuvre machine 6 Stopping a Slow engine to low idle b Stop engine by turning ignition switch OFF 7 Emergency Stopping Stop forward motion and stop machine engine if an emergency occurs Correct emergency situation before starting engine and resuming work 8 D...

Page 47: ...era tor is responsible to develop their own pat tern appropriate for the shape of the green Start by rolling back and forth from side to side and turning at the edge of the green 11 Turning Use the steering wheel in combination with the directional pedals to pivot the right roller and turn the machine 12 Pin Remove the pin from the hole when rolling to prevent any damage Replace it after rolling t...

Page 48: ...her through the holes on top of each deck to clean the rollers 14 Brushes Optional brushes are available to mount on each roller frame if required Each brush frame is hinged to the roller assembly frame and secured with a pin Remove pin and lower brush frame when not in use Always raise and pin brush frame before loading machine on trailer Fig 28 CLEANING Right Side Left SIde Fig 29 BRUSHES Up Dow...

Page 49: ...be adjusted as required for operator comfort Release the latch below the front part of the seat and slide seat to the desired position Release latch and seat rail will lock into position NOTE Better and more consistent results are obtained when driving at a slower speed when rolling Fig 30 WORKING Fig 31 SEAT POSITION Mid Back Forward ...

Page 50: ...configuration Use on the greens to spread and even any dress ing material used on the green Brush use will maintain an even and level green for the best results Raise and pin the brushes in their UP positions before loading on the trans port vehicle Fig 33 BRUSH LOCK PIN Lock Pin Up Down ...

Page 51: ...al e Maintain the steering front pedal set tings so the machine doesn t creep or move when started Release the hydrostatic centering mechanism to allow the system to return to neutral tighten centering system and use the pedal linkages to adjust to neutral ...

Page 52: ...ither tractor or ma chine Never allow riders on either tow vehicle or ma chine When transporting the machine review and follow these instructions 1 Clear the area of bystanders especially small children 2 Do not drive on a public road as the ma chine is not equipped with the required lights and reflectors 3 Use a trailer to move the Greens Roller from work site to work site 4 Insure that the trail...

Page 53: ... a pres sure washer or water hose to remove all dirt mud debris or residue 3 Make sure all the water drains out of all areas of the machine 4 Lubricate all grease points to remove any water residue from washing 5 Remove any material that has become entangled around any moving part 6 Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent rusting 7 Move the machine to its storage area 8 Store in a dry le...

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Page 55: ...clean lubricant passageway Replace fitting if necessary Good maintenance is your responsibility Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble Follow good shop practices Keep service area clean and dry Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded Use adequate light for the job at hand Makesurethereisplentyofventilation Never operate the engine of the towing vehicle in a closed building...

Page 56: ... 3 SERVICING INTERVALS 8 Hours or Daily 1 Check engine oil level 2 Check engine fuel level 3 Wash roller heads after each use 4 Clean machine Fig 38 GAS TANK Fig 37 DIPSTICK Fig 39 ROLLER HEADS Fig 40 MACHINE ...

Page 57: ...49 40 Hours or MONTHLY 1 Grease the roller shaft bearings with 1 shot of grease Fig 41 ROLLER SHAFT BEARINGS Front Rear ...

Page 58: ...50 Fig 43 SIGHT GLASS Fig 44 AIR CLEANER 2 Grease the steering cylinder end with 1 shot of grease 3 Check the oil level in the hydraulic tank 4 Clean engine air cleaner Fig 42 STEERING CYLINDER END ...

Page 59: ...heck tire pressure 3 Check tension of the drive chain on each roller assembly 4 Use a spray on grease to lubricate roller drive chains Fig 45 ENGINE Fig 46 TIRE TYPICAL Fig 47 CHAINS TYPICAL a Drain Plug b Fill Dipstick a b Fig 48 ROLLER DRIVE CHAINS ...

Page 60: ...m oil filter Bi Annually or Every 2 Years 1 Change oil in hydraulic system Use a heavy duty motor oil 20W50 API Rating SM SL for all applications a Sight Glass b Fill Cap c Drain Plug Fig 50 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM a b c Fig 49 HYDRAULIC FILTER ...

Page 61: ...NCE 8 Hours or Daily CK Engine Oil Level CK Fuel Level CL Roller Heads CL Machine 40 Hours or Monthly G Roller Shaft Bearings G Steering Cylinder CK Hydraulic System Oil Level CL Engine Air Cleaner 100 Hours or 3 Months CH Engine Oil CK Tire Pressure CK Roller Drive Chain Tension G Roller Drive Chains Annually CH Hydraulic Oil Filter Bi Annually or Every TwoYears CH Hydraulic System Oil ...

Page 62: ...re maintaining 3 Remove bolts anchoring engine cover to platform and raise engine cover 4 Remove the cover over the air cleaner 5 Remove the air cleaner from the engine 6 Use an air hose to blow the dust and debris out of the foam 7 Install new air cleaner 8 Install and secure the cover 9 Lower engine assembly cover and secure with anchor bolts 10 Tighten anchor bolts to their specified torque 6 2...

Page 63: ...ne is warm to keep the contaminants in suspension 4 Place a pan under the drain plug 5 Remove the drain and allow the oil to drain for 10 minutes 6 Install and tighten the drain plug 7 Dispose of the used oil in an approved con tainer 8 Fill the crankcase with specified oil 9 Run the engine for 1 2 minutes and check for oil leaks 10 If leaks are found around the drain plug tighten slightly 11 Chec...

Page 64: ...or 10 minutes 6 Install and tighten the drain plug 7 Dispose of the used oil in an approved container 8 Remove hydraulic oil filter 9 Apply a light coat of oil to the O ring and install the replacement filter Snug up by hand and then tighten another 1 2 turn 10 Fill the hydraulic oil reservoir with specified oil 11 Run the engine for 1 to 2 minutes and check the hydraulic system for oil leaks 12 I...

Page 65: ... all controls in neutral stop engine turn off ignition and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing 3 Loosen the mechanism attaching to the hydrostatic output shaft 4 Tap gently to allow output shaft to move to its neutral position 5 Tighten mechanism attaching to output shaft 6 Adjust the foot pedal ball joint linkages to move to their neutral drive position 7 Tighten hardware to their ...

Page 66: ...w this procedure 1 Clear the area of bystanders especially small children 2 Position machine on a level concrete sur face 3 Place all controls in neutral stop engine turn off ignition and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing 4 The chain is properly tensioned when it can move slightly 5 Annually apply a heavy grease to chains to prevent rusting and to lubricate Apply spar ingly to pre...

Page 67: ... this trouble shooting section please call your dealer or the factory Before you call please have this Operator s Manual and the serial number of your machine at hand PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Engine won t run No fuel Fill fuel tank Open fuel line valve Machine doesn t move Low hydraulic oil level Checkoillevelandtopupasrequired Plugged hydraulic oil filter Change oil filter Machine creeps when foot ...

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Page 69: ...13 HP Honda Electric starter Standard Working light Standard Working width 40 102 cm Height with trailer 66 168 cm Width with trailer 52 132 cm Length with trailer 97 246 cm Machine weight 940 lbs 427 3 kg Shipping weight 1555 lbs 706 kg Shipping dimensions L W H 55 X 53 X 72 140 X 135 X 183 cm SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 70: ...renches Place one wrench on the connector body and with the second tighten the swivel nut to the torque shown The torque values shown are based on lubricated connections as in reassembly Tube Nut Size Torque Recommended Size Across Value Turns To Tighten OD Flats After Finger Tightening in in N m lb ft Flats Turn 3 16 7 16 8 6 1 1 6 1 4 9 16 12 9 1 1 6 5 16 5 8 16 12 1 1 6 3 8 11 16 24 18 1 1 6 1 ...

Page 71: ...chart as a guide Replace hardware with the same strength bolt ENGLISH TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS 8 3 BOLT TORQUE Torque figures indicated above are valid for non greased or non oiled threads and heads unless otherwise specified Therefore do not grease or oil bolts or capscrews unless otherwise specified in this manual When using locking elements increase torque values by 5 Torque value for bolts and ca...

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Page 73: ... Oil Filter 56 Cleaning Air Cleaner 54 Rolling System Chain Drive Tension and Alignment 58 Steering System Centering 57 Service 47 Fluids and Lubricants 47 Greasing 47 Service Record 53 Servicing Intervals 48 Specifications 61 Bolt Torque 63 Hydraulic Fitting Torque 62 Mechanical 61 T Trouble Shooting 59 A Assembling 15 Machine Assembly 15 I Introduction 1 O Operation 29 Attaching Unhooking 34 Bre...

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Page 76: ...PRINTED IN CANADA Edition Date OCTOBER 2020 PART NUMBER 39 98 0631 AGRIMETAL INC 1006 PRINCIPALE WICKHAM QUEBEC CANADA J0C 1S0 TEL 819 398 6883 FAX 819 398 5311 ...

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