Groomer Reel Mechanical Problems - Toro Reelmaster 6500-D Service Manual

Groomer Reel Mechanical Problems

Problem
No rotation of the groomer reel.
The turf is damaged or has uneven
grooming.
Reelmaster 6500--D/6700--D
Possible Causes
Seized groomer reel or idler bear-
ing(s) in groomer side plate(s).
Broken or damaged idler spring.
The groomer belt is worn, broken or
damaged.
The groomer reel blades are bent,
damaged or missing.
The groomer reel shaft is bent or
damaged.
Grooming depth is not equal on
both ends of groomer reel.
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Correction
Identify and replace faulty bear-
ing(s).
Replace spring.
If the belt slips, it probably is worn
and must be replaced.
Repair or replace belt if necessary.
A broken or worn belt could be the
result of improper belt routing or
seized bearings in groomer assem-
bly.
Repair or replace blades if neces-
sary.
Replace groomer reel shaft.
Adjust depth if necessary. Check
and adjust cutting unit set up (level
bedknife to reel, level rear roller to
reel, set height--of--cut, etc.).
Groomer (Rev. C)