4. Using wrench on shaft flats to prevent shaft from
turning, torque second lock nut from 375 to 425 in- lb
2
(43 to 48 N- m). After torquing lock nut, spacers should
not be free to rotate and groomer blades should be cen-
2
tered on shaft.
5. If groomer reel is equipped with broomer kit, position
2
broomer brushes to reel blades and secure with straps.
Straps should be wrapped around the groomer assem-
2
bly as shown in Figure 17 and between blades 1- 2,
14- 15, 28- 29 and 41- 42. Pull straps tight and cut off
1
strap extension approximately 1/4" (6 mm) beyond re-
tainer.
6. Apply a film of grease onto excluder seal lips and
slide seals onto groomer shaft. Excluder seal ID should
be located on groomer shaft surface that is recessed
slightly.
Figure 17
7. Install O- ring on non- drive end of groomer shaft.
1. Groomer shaft
2. Broomer strap
8. Install groomer reel back on cutting unit (see Groom-
er Reel in this section).
9. Check groomer reel height and mower height- of- cut
settings. Adjust as needed.
10.Lubricate groomer bearings.
11. Install cutting unit back on machine.
NOTE: After greasing groomer bearings, operate
groomer for thirty (30) seconds, stop machine and wipe
excess grease from groomer shaft and seals.
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