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TD65

Operator’s Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

CAUSE

REMEDY

Uneven Cutting

Improper Height Setting

Ensure that cutting height is set properly at all 4
corners of each deck (Page 25)

Damaged Blades

Inspect blades for damage, replace as required

Belt slippage

Lack of tension

Inspect & adjust tension as required

Grease contamination

Clean drive

Over Loading

Increase cutting height or reduce ground speed

Rapid belt wear

Belt slippage

See Above

Belt not aligned properly

Check belt alignment. Ensure belts are running in
proper groove on pulley.

Over heating

Ensure decks are free from clipping build-up

Belt squeal

Belt slippage

See Above

Over-heated
bearings

Belt slippage

See Above

Insufficient Cooling

Ensure decks are free from clipping build-up

Premature spindle
bearing failure

Over-heating

See Above

Improper rebuild procedure

See specific instructions in manual

Improper bearings

Use only OEM bearings

Water Ingress

-Avoid direct spray on bearing during washing
-Ensure drain holes on decks are not clogged

Deck safety locks
will not engage

Wing not raising fully to
release lock

Decrease center distance of cylinder with adjustable
clevis on cylinder rod.

Mower Deck will not
lower.

Orifice in cylinder plugged

Remove orifice and remove obstruction and
reassemble

Vibration on turning

Drawbar length incorrect.

Adjust drawbar to specification

Damaged
intermediate bearing
or tractor PTO shaft

Input shaft does not collapse
easily under power

Remove input shaft, pull apart and deburr / grease
splines
Grease at proper interval.

Damage indicative of
insufficient input shaft
spline lubrication.

Summary of Contents for TD65

Page 1: ...ers Serial No 13651442 and up TD65 2 Rotary Finish Mowers Serial No 1365 21376 and up PROGRESSIVE TURF EQUIPMENT INC 137 WEST WILLIAM STREET SEAFORTH ONTARIO CANADA N0K 1WO TOLL FREE 800 668 8873 ISSUE DATE March 2018 P N 120512 www progressiveturfequip com ...

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Page 3: ... 16 SET UP 16 REAR DECK 16 INPUT SHAFT AND HITCH 18 MOWER SETUP FOR OPERATION 19 HITCH ADJUSTMENT 19 INSTALLING DECK PTO SHAFTS 19 HITCHING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR 20 CONNECTING THE PTO DRIVELINE 20 CONNECTING THE HYDRAULICS 21 CONNECTING THE PULL ROPE 21 MOWER SAFETY LOCKS 21 CHECK PTO DRIVELINE DURING MANEUVERS 22 CHECK TIRE CONTACT DURING TURNS 22 DISCONNECTING THE MOWER 23 LONG TERM STORAGE 2...

Page 4: ...er to the respective documents included with the manual set for this machine The TD65 series are contour turf grass finishing mowers with a 12 TD65 2 or 15 5 TD65 foot cutting width and are designed to be pulled by a 25 50 PTO horsepower utility tractor High blade tip speed give these versatile mowers the ability to mow both contoured and flat terrain that requires a high quality after cut appeara...

Page 5: ...r denotes the geographic destination of the mower D EU Regulatory Region B Non EU Regulatory Region There are differences in the parts required to service your mower based on this geographic code as are referred to throughout the parts lists Always state this information when contacting your selling dealer and when ordering spare parts REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION Use only Genuine Original Equipm...

Page 6: ...authorized Modification or Misuse of a TD65 mower either past or intended it is the responsibility of that person to ensure that Progressive Turf Equipment Inc s Engineering Manager is notified of the occurrence promptly That person shall provide the facts of the occurrence location machine serial number name and contact information of the persons involved Send correspondence regarding Unauthorize...

Page 7: ...bolts nuts per blade No internal threads Blade Speed 3040 rpm 18287 sfpm Tires 10 15x6 6 4 ply 5 Bolt w tapered roller bearing support Anti Scalp Impact Resistant Rollers front rear of each deck Power Transmission Input Shaft 1 3 8 dia 6 Spline 80 Constant Velocity w auto locking collar Deck Drive Shafts Cat 2 1 3 8 dia 6 spline w quick connect yokes Gearboxes 4 Cast Iron Housing w Bevel gears Dec...

Page 8: ...termined by standing at the rear of the equipment and facing the direction of forward travel FRONT OPERATOR S MANUAL PARKING JACK INPUT PTO SHAFT DRAW CLEVIS HOSE SUPPORT PULL ROPE DECK LIFT CYLINDERS DECK SAFETY LOCKS ANTI SCALP ROLLER REAR HYDRAULIC COUPLERS DECK GEAR BOX TRANSPORT SAFETY CHAIN 4 WAY GEAR BOX INTERMEDIATE BEARING AND SHIELD ...

Page 9: ...rer is used it is your responsibility to ensure that it is safe for you and others You should also ensure the machine will not be damaged or made unsafe by the operation maintenance or repair procedures you choose Modifications or adaptations to the machine are not allowed Various jurisdictions have specific requirements for work zone safety Know and adhere to your local requirements Treat the ins...

Page 10: ...t that may be required Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing damage Never operate a mower while under the influence of drugs or alcohol These make reflexes slow and put you and others in grave danger Always make sure you have full concentration while mowing Adhere strictly to all regulations at the worksite pertaining to the operation of this equipment Always disengage power takeoff P...

Page 11: ... operation stop the mower shut down power unit and immediately check for the cause Excess vibration is generally an indication of a problem Replace bent or damaged parts do not attempt to straighten a bent blade Ensure that no bystanders are within 10 ft of mower when wing transport locks are released Keep all bystanders well away from the machine when it is operating Always maintain a safe operat...

Page 12: ...ll cotter pins are properly installed Keep equipment in good condition Keep mower free of grass leaves or other debris build up Never work on raised mower decks without safety locks in place Periodically check condition of safety devices guards and deflectors Replace only with manufacturer s recommended parts Inspect and replace damaged blades Use only original OEM parts Blades can fail from poor ...

Page 13: ...Move the machine to a clean safe area before welding grinding or using a cutting torch on it This type of work should only be done in a clean area and not in places that contain combustible liquids such as fuel tanks hydraulic pipes or similar Connect arc welder ground as close as possible to work area Work with extra care when welding grinding or torch cutting near flammable objects WORKING ON PA...

Page 14: ...When connecting mower to tractor ensure hydraulic hoses have sufficient slack for negotiating turns and uneven terrain Immediately replace any hydraulic hose that shows signs of swelling wear leaks or damage so it does not burst Do not use your hand to check for hydraulic oil leaks Use a piece of cardboard instead Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injur...

Page 15: ...IAL PLATE 1 3 CAUTION REPLACE SHIELDS 8 13 MOWER MODEL 1 4 COMPANY NAME 1 14 DANGER OUTER TUBE 3 5 DANGER BLADE HAZARD 7 15 CE WARNING DECAL 1 6 WARNING OEM PARTS 1 16 SAFETY SIGN INNER GUARD 2 7 CAUTION DISENGAGE PTO 1 17 SAFETY SIGN OUTER GUARD 2 8 GREASING SCHEDULE 1 18 DANGER INNER SHIELD 3 9 PTO GREASING 1 19 GREASE POINT 20 10 NOTICE HITCH SETUP 2 5 13 BOTH SIDES 5 10 2 1 6 9 12 2 SHAFTS 16 ...

Page 16: ...TD65 Operator s Manual 14 DECAL LISTING ITEM 1 ITEM 2 209175 209171 ITEM 3 ITEM 4 ITEM 5 209113 521817 209173 ITEM 6 ITEM7 ITEM 8 209115 521820 526003 ITEM9 ITEM 10 ITEM 11 521119 521784 209182 ...

Page 17: ...5 Operator s Manual 15 PROGRESSIVE 65 2 TRI DECK ITEM 13 TD65 2 521837 PROGRESSIVE 65 TRI DECK ITEM 13 TD65 521838 ITEM 14 521455 ITEM 15 521451 ITEM 17 210237 ITEM 16 ITEM 18 210239 210238 ITEM 19 521014 ...

Page 18: ...d ear protection during assembly Ensure the area is free of hazards and can accommodate the assembly of the mower Remove all components that are tied to the mower for shipping before beginning the assembly process These include 2 square casters hitch assembly rear deck lock cylinder assembly rear cylinder hoses PTO support hose support and input shaft REAR DECK 1 The TD65 rear deck must be lifted ...

Page 19: ...linder is in the lowered position 8 Install the 45 degree hydraulic adapter in the base end of the cylinder The adapter port should face UP when the cylinder is in the raised position NOTE all connections are pipe thread and require thread sealant on all joints at assembly 9 Connect the hydraulic hoses to the rear deck cylinder The long hose 31 connects the bottom tee on the wing lock frame to the...

Page 20: ...ce instructions in mower manual storage tube Install input shaft clamp yoke on intermediate shaft ensuring gold coloured spacer ring is in place between the input shaft yoke and hanger bearing race Reinstall UNF retaining bolt in input shaft yoke torque to 85 ft lb Reinstall input shaft shield per input shaft service instructions Fasten input shaft guard retaining chain to mower main frame 15 Re i...

Page 21: ...tor The TD65 features an adjustable height hitch the adjacent figure shows the bolt on hitch that can be turned to give a total of 3 in height adjustment 4 The position of the hose support and hose guide rod may need to be adjusted to provide clearance to the PTO shaft INSTALLING DECK PTO SHAFTS Each deck on the TD65 mower is driven by a dedicated PTO shaft from the 4 way gearbox centrally located...

Page 22: ... THE PTO DRIVELINE 1 Ensure that the tractor engine is shut off the parking brake is engaged and the mower is securely hitched to the tractor 2 Apply a light coat of grease to the Tractor PTO splines 3 Lift mower input shaft from PTO support ensuring that PTO support swings down and rests on frame tube 4 Slide the input shaft locking collar backwards opening the locking mechanism Locking collar sh...

Page 23: ... THE PULL ROPE The TD65 mower is equipped with a nylon pull rope that is connected to the wing deck release mechanism used for locking the mower decks into transport position Connect it to the tractor in a position that is easily accessible to the operator and will release easily if the mower should ever become disconnected MOWER SAFETY LOCKS Safety locks are provided on for each deck to prevent e...

Page 24: ...extend of collapse the PTO shaft The operator should avoid making sharp turns on uneven terrain If the PTO over extends it will come apart and can cause injury to the operator or damage to the mower or tractor If the input PTO shaft collapses fully it will force the shaft back against the hanger bearing This will cause damage and premature failure of the bearing CHECK TIRE CONTACT DURING TURNS The...

Page 25: ...r of tractor and hook on hose support rod 7 Disconnect hydraulic couplers from tractor stow in supplied locations in the sides of the tire guard 8 Disconnect input shaft guard chain from tractor Slide the mower input shaft locking collar backwards opening the locking mechanism Locking collar should remain in an open position 9 Remove input shaft from tractor collapsing sliding shaft and stow on PT...

Page 26: ...ght to avoid contact 6 Never permit any person other than the operator to ride or board the tractor at any time 7 Check that all lubrication points with grease fittings have been lubricated as per schedule 8 Check the gearbox for possible oil leaks 9 Be sure wing release pull rope and hydraulic hoses are properly secured and will not become entangled in PTO shaft RAISING AND LOWERING THE DECKS The...

Page 27: ...he total grass height This will result in the best cutting performance while minimizing stress to the grass Follow these steps to adjust the cutting height 1 Raise the mower decks into the transport raised position Ensure the deck safety locks are properly engaged 2 Turn the engine off on the tractor place all controls in neutral position and set the parking brake 3 Remove retaining pin from the t...

Page 28: ...maintain turf on undulating terrain in a productive manner Drive safely cut safely Be sure to idle the tractor back before engaging the PTO and shut the tractor off before leaving the tractor NOTE Under normal cutting conditions it may be desirable to operate the tractor at less than 540 rpm PTO speed reducing fuel consumption and the noise level Select a suitable ground speed gear to maintain pro...

Page 29: ...clean and all loose debris has been removed from the mower before transporting Observe the maximum allowable transport speed dependent on towing vehicle weight Towing Vehicle Weight Maximum Allowable Road Speed 2720lb 1234kg or more up to 20 mph 32 km h 1360 2719lb 617 1233kg up to 10 mph 16 km h Use an appropriate sized vehicle to tow the TD65 mower Do not tow with vehicles that are less than 136...

Page 30: ...g machine for many years Some pivot locations have grease fittings The following information shows and describes where lubrication points are located and what types of lubricant are required Maintenance Intervals Service Initial Run 50h Daily As Req d 100h Monthly 600h Yearly Grease Intermediate Hanger Bearing X Wing PTO Shaft 3 locn s each X Deck Pivots X Deck Wheels X Transport Wheels X Wing Piv...

Page 31: ...ntaminated and the lubrication properties may be lost leading to component damage 2 Molybdenum Disulfide Moly is an additive used in slow moving extreme load applications The particles in the Moly will actually increase bearing wear in a high speed mower application Generally speaking Moly based greases will be grey in colour 3 If synthetic base oil is used rather than mineral base oil the grease ...

Page 32: ...nents and leading to premature wear and component failure DRIVELINE GREASING Driveline shafts on the TD65 mower feature varying grease intervals The following decal located on the hose support shield as a reminder of the minimum requirement DECK SHAFT 8h Daily 5 Locations per Shaft 3 Shafts Inner outer guards must be rotated to align holes for accessing telescoping shaft grease fitting TELESCOPING...

Page 33: ...he deck wheels have greaseable tapered roller bearings and all pivot points on the deck floatation have grease fittings They should be greased frequently as required TRANSPORT HUBS OTHER LOCATIONS As Required All pivot locations have grease fittings These include the wing hinge pivots the transport wheel hubs the rotating hitch and the hitch clevis Lubricate these areas as required CROSS BEARINGS ...

Page 34: ...tighten plugs Changing Oil 600h Yearly The gearbox oil should be changed after the first 50 hours of operation and every 600 hours or yearly afterwards Oil change quantity 0 52 Qt 0 5 Litres 4 WAY GEAR BOX Checking Level 100h Monthly A screw in dipstick is provided on the top of the gear box Proper oil level is set when oil is between the marks on the dipstick If the level is low add oil through t...

Page 35: ...e first 24 to 48 hours of operation is the belt run in period To ensure satisfactory belt performance belt tension should be checked during this time period V BELT ADJUSTMENT All deck drive belts utilize a threaded adjuster connected through the deck gear box mount Tension of both drive belts per deck is set with one adjustment In the event that belt adjustment must be made follow these steps 1 Lo...

Page 36: ...nual SAE Grade 5 fasteners are to be used in the assembly of this machine unless otherwise specified in this manual Bolt Grade Identification SAE Grade 2 SAE Grade 5 SAE Grade 8 No Dashes 3 Dashes 6 Dashes Bolt Diameter Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds Newton Meters 5 16 UNC 21 28 3 8 UNC 38 52 7 16 UNC 55 75 1 2 UNC 85 115 9 16 UNC 125 170 5 8 UNC 175 240 3 4 UNC 300 410 7 8 UNC 450 610 1 UNC 68...

Page 37: ...ut when sharpening Use only original equipment blades when replacing worn out mower blades They are made of special steel alloys and subjected to rigid heat treat and inspection requirements Substitute blades may not meet these specifications and MAY BE DANGEROUS BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION A 1 diameter pilot centers the blade on the spindle with two 1 2 grade 5 fasteners When changing blades b...

Page 38: ... when handling mower blades Blades can be very sharp When sharpening blades be sure material removed is equal on both sides of the blade Unbalanced blades will cause excessive vibration leading to cracks in machine components Clean all material from the blade prior to sharpening and balancing Grind or file blades following original pattern as shown Sharpen to a razor edge Do not sharpen back side ...

Page 39: ...r repair SPINDLE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL 1 Relieve tension from belt and remove belt from the spindle pulley 2 Raise the mower decks into the service position and ensure the deck safety locks are secure 3 Remove blade from spindle 4 From under the deck loosen the four bolts that hold the spindle assembly to the deck 5 Remove the complete spindle assembly and pulley out through the hole in the deck SPINDL...

Page 40: ...g bearings from spindle housing causes permanent damage to the bearings New bearing must be used in re assembling the spindle 4 Inspect bearing 8 spacer for wear If any wear is present replace spacer with new IMPORTANT Failure to replace a worn or damaged spacer will lead to premature top bearing wear 5 Place housing 7 in press upside down Pressing on outer race install bottom bearing 9 into housi...

Page 41: ...are clean Dirt in the hydraulic system can block the orifice in the line throttle valve or cause premature wear failure of hydraulic components on the mower or tractor SUPPORTING MACHINE FOR SERVICE 2 Points are available to lift the mower off of the ground for servicing the transport tires wheels bearings at the main frame rail between the transport tire and deck corner pin support plate as shown...

Page 42: ... the following maintenance steps are followed 1 Thoroughly wash mower removing all grass clipping residue from deck undersides mower framework Ensure deck drain holes are free from debris 2 Add grease to all grease points 3 Check gearbox oil for proper level 4 Relieve tension on all V belts by loosening draw bolt sliding gearbox forward 5 Inspect all drive belts pulleys 6 Inspect all blade spindle...

Page 43: ...Cooling Ensure decks are free from clipping build up Premature spindle bearing failure Over heating See Above Improper rebuild procedure See specific instructions in manual Improper bearings Use only OEM bearings Water Ingress Avoid direct spray on bearing during washing Ensure drain holes on decks are not clogged Deck safety locks will not engage Wing not raising fully to release lock Decrease ce...

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Page 45: ...ngles Pida Ayuda a Alguien Que Se Lo Lea Para Que le Traduzca Las Medidas de Seguridad Parts List TD65 TD65 2 Effective serial numbers TD65 14651472 and up TD65 2 146521417 and up PN 120536 Issue Date August 2018 ...

Page 46: ... in the parts required to service your mower based on this geographic code as are referred to throughout the parts lists Always state this information when contacting your selling dealer and when ordering spare parts Parts Information Use only Genuine Original Equipment Manufacturers O E M replacement parts The use of will fit parts may reduce machine performance void machine warranties and presen...

Page 47: ...ecks before performing maintenance Block and or support machine using equipment designed for the task When maintaining blades or spindles always ensure locks are seated correctly in place When performing hydraulic maintenance ensure that pressure has been released It is imperative that the operator or qualified service technician reads and understands all the safety information in the Operator s M...

Page 48: ...Address of the person or organization ordering the parts who should be charged and if possible the serial number of the machine for which the parts are being ordered 3 The purchase order must clearly list the quantity of each part the complete and correct part number and the basic name of the part 4 The manufacturer reserves the right to substitute parts where applicable 5 Some parts may be unlist...

Page 49: ... 1 5 WING DECK ASSEMBLY TD65 6 1 6 WING DECK ASSEMBLY TD65 2 7 1 7 REAR DECK ASSEMBLY 8 2 FRAME ASSEMBLY 9 2 1 FRAME ASSEMBLY 9 2 2 TIRE ASSEMBLIES 10 3 HYDRAULICS 11 3 1 HYDRAULICS 11 4 DRIVELINE 12 4 1 DRIVELINE 12 4 2 INPUT PTO SHAFT B MODEL 13 4 3 INPUT PTO SHAFT D MODEL 14 4 4 INTERMEDIATE PTO SHAFT 15 4 5 DECK PTO SHAFT 16 4 6 DECK GEARBOX 17 4 7 4 WAY GEARBOX 18 5 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 19 6 SA...

Page 50: ...TD65 65 2 Parts Manual 2 1 DECK ASSEMBLY 1 1 Blade Spindle Assembly Greasable TD65 up to Serial 14651478 TD65 2 up to Serial 1465 21416 08 2014 ...

Page 51: ...TD65 TD65 2 Parts Manual 3 1 2 Blade Spindle Assembly Maintenance Free TD 65 Serial 14651479 Up TD65 2 Serial 1465 21417 Up 02 2015 ...

Page 52: ...TD65 65 2 Parts Manual 4 1 3 Blade Options 08 2014 ...

Page 53: ...TD65 TD65 2 Parts Manual 5 1 4 Deck Gearbox Assembly 08 2014 ...

Page 54: ...TD65 65 2 Parts Manual 6 1 5 Wing Deck Assembly TD65 06 2016 ...

Page 55: ...TD65 TD65 2 Parts Manual 7 1 6 Wing Deck Assembly TD65 2 06 2016 ...

Page 56: ...TD65 65 2 Parts Manual 8 1 7 Rear Deck Assembly 08 2014 ...

Page 57: ...TD65 TD65 2 Parts Manual 9 2 FRAME ASSEMBLY 2 1 Frame Assembly 08 2014 ...

Page 58: ...TD65 65 2 Parts Manual 10 2 2 Tire Assemblies 08 2018 ...

Page 59: ...TD65 TD65 2 Parts Manual 11 3 HYDRAULICS 3 1 Hydraulics 08 2018 ...

Page 60: ...TD65 65 2 Parts Manual 12 4 DRIVELINE 4 1 Driveline 08 2014 ...

Page 61: ...TD65 TD65 2 Parts Manual 13 4 2 Input PTO Shaft B Model 08 2014 ...

Page 62: ...TD65 65 2 Parts Manual 14 4 3 Input PTO Shaft D Model 08 2014 ...

Page 63: ...TD65 TD65 2 Parts Manual 15 4 4 Intermediate PTO Shaft 08 2014 ...

Page 64: ...TD65 65 2 Parts Manual 16 4 5 Deck PTO Shaft 08 2014 ...

Page 65: ...TD65 TD65 2 Parts Manual 17 4 6 Deck Gearbox 02 2015 ...

Page 66: ...TD65 65 2 Parts Manual 18 4 7 4 Way Gearbox 08 2014 ...

Page 67: ...TD65 TD65 2 Parts Manual 19 5 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 02 2017 ...

Page 68: ...cal Kit 522303 TD 65 2 Decal Kit 522302 209175 DECAL GENERAL SAFETY 209171 DECAL PTO COLLAPSE 521817 DECAL PROGRESSIVE TURF B MODELS 209173 DECAL ROTATING BLADE DANGER 209115 DECAL OEM PARTS 521119 DECAL 8 HR PTO GREASE 521820 DECAL CAUTION 521199 DECAL GREASE SCHEDULE 521784 DECAL HITCH SETUP 521817DE DECAL PROGRESSIVE TURF D MODELS 209113 DECAL REPLACE SHIELDS 209182 DECAL BLADE HARDWARE 05 2017...

Page 69: ...SIVE 65 2 TRI DECK 521837 DECAL TD 65 2 521838 DECAL TD 65 PROGRESSIVE 65 TRI DECK 521451 DECAL DANGER OUTER TUBE 210238 DECAL CE WARNING 210239 DECAL INNER GUARD 521455 DECAL OUTER SHIELD 210237 DECAL OUTER GUARD 521014 DECAL GREASE GUN ...

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