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This product is used on 5.0” diameter reels on GKIV™,
GKV™, G-Plex® and Fairway mowers.
1.1 PREPARATION __________________________________________________________________________________
1.
Park the mower on a flat and level surface, fully lower the
cutting units to the ground, engage the parking brake,
turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove
key.
a.
Wait for all movement to stop before making any
adjustments or modifications.
b.
Take this opportunity to thoroughly inspect the
equipment and perform other maintenance.
c.
For all steps, refer to the Parts List for part
identification.
d.
Although the figures show installing a right hand
Groomer, the assembly process is identical for a left
hand Groomer.
2.
The turf groomer has been pre-assembled into five sub
assemblies and a bag of parts.
[See Figure 1]
a.
The driven sub assembly
(A)
is assembled to the
motor end of the reel.
b.
The drive sub assembly
(B)
is assembled to the
counterweight end of the reel.
c.
22” Groomers:
The other sub assemblies consist of
a blade assembly
(C)
, roller
(D)
and clutch knob
(E)
.
d.
18” Groomers:
The other subassemblies consist of
a blade assembly
(C)
, roller
(D)
and pulley assembly
(I)
.
3.
To help in the assembly process and prevent confusion
between right hand and left hand units, completely install
each Turf Groomer before starting on the next reel.
a.
Open each carton to inspect and familiarize yourself
with the contents.
b.
Keep all components in original carton until ready for
assembly.
4.
Remove the reels from the mower, following directions
given in the mower’s manuals.
5.
Remove the lift yoke, front roller and height adjust
brackets from each reel. Retain for future use.
6.
Determine if a right hand or a left hand Groomer is to be
installed for each reel. Move one reel and corresponding
groomer assembly to workbench.
[See Figure 2]
Figure 1
Figure 2
CAUTION
Read the operator’s manual and become familiar with
the controls and proper use of the equipment.
Stay alert for potential hazards and follow all safety
precautions. Read all instructions completely and
make sure you understand them before proceeding
with the assembly.
!
WARNING
Before you clean, adjust, or repair this equipment,
disengage all drives, lower cutting units to the ground,
engage parking brake, stop engine, remove key from
switch and disconnect Negative (BLACK) battery cable to
prevent injuries.
!
A
B
C
D
E
I
Right Hand Groomer Required
Left Hand Groomer Required
Motor
End
Motor
End
Front
Litho in U.S.A. 9-2008
