Note:
Use a Wiehle roller and scraper for the
front roller.
2.
Set the groomer reel 1/2 of the height-of-cut
setting above the roller level.
Note:
For example, to set a 3.2 mm (1/8 inch)
height-of-cut, set the groomer at 1.6 mm (1/16
inch) above the roller.
3.
Make a pass over the test green, then lower
the groomer flush with the roller level and make
another pass over the test green.
4.
Compare the results.
Note:
The first setting, when the setting was 1/2
the height-of-cut setting above the roller level,
should have removed significantly less grass
and thatch than the second setting.
5.
Check the test green 2 or 3 days after the first
grooming for general condition or damage. If the
groomed areas are turning yellow or brown, and
the non-groomed areas are green, the grooming
was too aggressive.
Note:
The color of the grass changes when
you use the grooming reel. An experienced
greens superintendent can judge by the color
of the turf (along with close examination) if the
current grooming practice is appropriate for the
particular green. Because the groom reel stands
up more grass and removes thatch, the quality
of cut is not the same as without the groomer.
This effect is most noticeable the first few times
you use a groomer on a green.
Note:
On multiple passes (i.e., double and
triple cutting), the groomer penetrates deeper
on each successive pass. Multiple passes are
not recommended.
6.
After testing the performance of the groomer on
a test green and you obtain satisfactory results,
you can begin grooming on the playing greens.
However, each green may respond differently
to grooming. In addition, growing conditions
constantly change. Inspect the groomed
greens frequently and make adjustments to the
grooming procedure as often as necessary.
Transporting the Machine
When you wish to mow without the groomer or need
to transport the machine, raise the grooming reel into
its raised transport position as shown in
Maintenance
Cleaning the Grooming
Reel
Wash off the grooming reel after use. Do not leave the
grooming reel in water or the components will rust.
Greasing the Groomer
Bearings
Lubricate the groomer bearings (
and
) weekly or after every 10 operating hours, before
extended periods of non use, and immediately after
every washing. Pump grease into fittings until grease
is purged onto groomer shaft. Wipe excess grease
from the seals and shaft.
Note:
Operate groomer for 30 seconds after
greasing. Disengage cutting unit and wipe excess
grease from the seals and shaft.
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