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A member of the Turfmech group
ELMOW 20" & 24"
Turfmech Machinery Limited
Hangar 5, New Road, Hixon, Stafford, ST18 0PJ, United Kingdom
OPERATORS MANUAL
English version
Tel: +44 (0) 1889 271503
Fax: +44 (0) 1889 271321
Sales@turfmech.co.uk
www.turfmech.co.uk
For Allett spare parts
Tel: +44 (0) 1889 272095
Fax: +44 (0) 1889 271321
Sales@allett.co.uk
www.allett.co.uk

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  • Page 1 A member of the Turfmech group ELMOW 20” & 24” OPERATORS MANUAL English version Turfmech Machinery Limited Hangar 5, New Road, Hixon, Stafford, ST18 0PJ, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1889 271503 Fax: +44 (0) 1889 271321 Sales@turfmech.co.uk www.turfmech.co.uk For Allett spare parts...
  • Page 2 ATTENTION THIS SYMBOL MEANS BE ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING AN ALLETT ELMOW CYLINDER MOWER. IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT OPERATORS STUDY IT FOR THEIR OWN SAFETY.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1.0 Introduction ....................4 1.1 Model type and serial number ............4 2.0 Pictograms and Decals................5 4.0 Preparing to operate ................8 5.0 Transport ....................8 6.0 Operating the cylinder ................8 6.1 Back lapping ..................8 7.0 Mowing...................... 9 8.0 Stopping and charging ................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    1.0 Introduction The ELMOW 20/24 mower consists of a 20/24” 10 bladed cutting cylinder, bottom blade, a powered groomer, two electric motors and a driven rear roller. The cutting cylinder is driven by an 180W electric motor via a timing belt drive. The land roller is driven by a second 180W electric motor driven via a worm and wheel gearbox and a final chain and sprocket drive.
  • Page 5: Pictograms And Decals

    2.0 Pictograms and Decals For the safe operation of the mower become familiar with the following decals. If a safety or instruction decal becomes damaged replace immediately. Warning, read operators manual, remove battery isolation key before maintenance. Flying debris, keep bystanders away. Warning, sharp blades, blades continue to rotate after the mower is switched off.
  • Page 6 Press to reset fuse Battery isolation key, ON (1) and OFF (0) position, remove battery isolation key before Please be environmentally carrying out maintenance, 24V responsible and recycle this Direct Current (DC). product at the end of its life. 320W peak rated power input, 24V Direct Current (DC), IPX3 protected against liquids and moisture sprays to 60°...
  • Page 7 Ground speed throttle and direction control, sprung to neutral, forward speed increases proportionally as Land roller controller lever is moved forward, reverse activation switch, ON (1) speed increases proportionally as OFF (0). lever is moved backwards. Cut height, Turning anticlockwise increases cut Forward and cylinder height (+), turning clockwise decreases cut height speed adjustment, fast...
  • Page 8: Preparing To Operate

    4.0 Preparing to operate Turn the battery isolation key to the OFF (0) position and remove the key. • Disconnect the battery charger. • Plug the battery pack into the mower power socket. • Insert the battery isolation key and turn it to the ON (1) position. •...
  • Page 9: Mowing

    switch for operation. Wait for the green light next to the switch to show continuously (if it does not see trouble shooting section). The cutting cylinder will start to spin in the reverse direction, the reverse • speed is limited to 25% of the normal speed. After the desired period of time has passed switch OFF (0) the cylinder •...
  • Page 10: Adjustments

    10.0 Adjustments Figure 1 shows the location of the cutter adjustments 1) Bottom blade adjuster 2) Quick height adjuster 3) Groomer height adjuster 4) Groomer transport position knob Figure 1: Adjustment locations 10.1 Adjusting the bottom blade WARNING - Always wear gloves and disable the battery pack when handling the cylinder.
  • Page 11 Clockwise Bottom blade adjustment decal Anti-clockwise Figure 2: Bottom blade adjustments Do not over tighten the bottom blade – the cylinder should be able to spin freely. If you are still unable to cleanly cut the paper, inspect the bottom blade •...
  • Page 12: Adjusting The Height Of Cut And Groomer Height

    The bottom blade adjusters can sometimes become very tight and may be hard to turn. If this is the case: Slacken off the grub screw on the collar • behind the adjuster as shown. Rotate the adjuster anti-clockwise 1/8 • a turn.
  • Page 13: Cylinder And Bottom Blade Grinding/Reconditioning

    It is advised that the grinding/reconditioning of the cylinder and bottom blade be carried out by either Turfmech Machinery Limited or a registered Allett dealer. The bottom blade of the Tournament mower should be ground with a 5 angle as shown below.
  • Page 14: Handle Bar Height

    10.6 Handle bar height The handle bar height can be adjusted by rotating the top handle bar assembly. First slacken the fasteners on the tube clamps, pivot the top handle bar to the desire position and retighten the fasteners. The tiller assembly can also slide along the handle bar tube.
  • Page 15: Operation

    14.0 Operation Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light • Where feasible, avoid operating the mower in wet grass where traction may • be compromised. Walk, never run. • The ELMOW mower is designed for fine turf applications where there is a •...
  • Page 16: Batteries

    15.0 Batteries WARNING – Battery acid is highly corrosive, wear protective clothing and avoid contact. In case of accidental contact wash immediately with soap and water. Batteries emit EXPLOSIVE gases – Prevent flame or sparks near batteries The recommended battery for the battery pack is Numax SLG42-12. Two •...
  • Page 17: Maintenance And Storage

    16.0 Maintenance and storage Regular maintenance is essential for the continued safe operation of the ELMOW mower. Always fitting genuine Allett parts and routine servicing by authorised Allett dealers will prolong the working life of the machine and safeguard the warranty.
  • Page 18: Maintenance Schedule

    In case of abnormal vibration stop immediately and remove the battery • isolation key. Visually check for blockages, obstructions or incorrect operating settings. If no cause can be found contact your local Allett dealer. 16.2 Maintenance Schedule Table 1: Maintenance Schedule...
  • Page 19: Checking The Cutting Cylinder

    It is advised that the grinding/reconditioning of the cylinder and bottom blade • be carried out by either Turfmech Machinery Limited or a registered Allett dealer. 16.4 Storage Between mowing seasons the following procedure is recommended: Clean the machine so that it is clear of grass and any other debris.
  • Page 20: Trouble Shooting Guide

    18.0 Trouble shooting guide 18.1 Mowing trouble shooting guide Table 2: Mowing trouble shooting Problem Possible cause Remedy Occasional blades of uncut Ground speed too fast. Reduce forward travel speed. grass. Height of cut too high Reduce height of cut. Poorly adjusted bottom blade.
  • Page 21: Control System Trouble Shooting Guide

    18.2 Control system trouble shooting guide The control system has inbuilt self diagnostic capabilities. If a problem occurs with the controllers or its associated wiring the status light will flash. The right hand status light signals the status of the land roll motor and controller. The left hand status light signals the status of the cutting cylinder motor and controller.
  • Page 22: Noise

    If the mower fails to operate check the following: Battery isolation key is in the ON (1) position. • Battery fuse (located in the battery pack cover) has not tripped, press to reset. • The battery pack lead is connected to the mower power socket. •...
  • Page 23: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    We: Turfmech Machinery Limited of: Hangar 5, New Road, Hixon, Staffordshire, ST18 0PJ, UK declare that: Equipment: Electric mower Model name/number: ELMOW 20/24 in accordance with the following directives: 2004/108/EC Conforms with the essential protection requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive and its amending Directives.
  • Page 24: Specification

    22.0 Specification 20” ELMOW 24” ELMOW Cutting Width 510mm 610mm Overall Width 686mm (27”) /902mm (35.5”) 788mm (31”)/1003mm (39.5”) Weight 130kg with battery pack 142kg with battery pack 2 x 24V 180W Permanent magnet 2 X 24V 180W Permanent magnet Motors DC motor DC motor...
  • Page 25: Parts Manual

    A member of the Turfmech group ELMOW 20” & 24” PARTS MANUAL English version Turfmech Machinery Limited Hangar 5, New Road, Hixon, Stafford, ST18 0PJ, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) 1889 271503 Fax: +44 (0) 1889 271321 Sales@turfmech.co.uk www.turfmech.co.uk For Allett spare parts...
  • Page 26: Main Frame Assembly

    MAIN FRAME ASSEMBLY ITEM No. DESCRIPTION PART No. 20" PART No. 24" QTY. SETTING BAR 3 HOLE BSG1108 M6 FLAT WASHER FORM G WM6G SPRING WASHER M6 SWM6 HEX SET SCREW SM620 M6 FLAT WASHER FORM A WM6A M4x25 SET SCREW M4x25 M4x30 SET SCREW M4x30...
  • Page 27 CYLINDER 10 BLADE AM81216 AM81217 S/T DELIVERY PLATE BRACKET BSG1326 BSG1324 DELIVERY PLATE FAB BSG179 BSG180 MOTOR & CONTROLLER COVER EL1043 ELMOW 20" CHASSIS EL001 EL013 BOTTOM BLADE CARRIER AND 26-31 AS056 AS061 ADJUSTER ASSY Figure 1: Main frame assembly 3/19...
  • Page 28 ROLLER AND CYLINDER DRIVE ITEM PART No. PART No. DESCRIPTION QTY. 20" 24" M3 MOTOR C/W GEAR BOX EL1071 M3 MOTOR ONLY EL1071 MOTOR GEARBOX SPACER PLATE EL1009 KEY - ROLLER DRIVE EL1112 MOTOR SPROCKET SPACER EL1096 21 TOOTH 1/2" SPROCKET EL1036 1/2"...
  • Page 29 IDLER SPACER EL1010 Bar - cutter clutch jockey BSG1033 M12 Nyloc NNM12 800mm TOOTHED BELT 5mm PITCH EL1037 Distance piece (cylinder shaft) SG1000 48 TOOTH 5mm PITCH TOOTHED PULLEY EL1005 1/2" UNF HALF NUT N11020 Figure 2: Roller and cylinder drive 5/19...
  • Page 30 FRONT ROLLER ASSEMBLY ITEM DESCRIPTION PART No. 20" PART No. 24" QTY. RH ROLLER ANCHOR BSG1296 3/8" BSP STRAIGHT GREASE NIPPLE AM81538 CUTTING HEIGHT DECAL DISC BSG1323 ADJUSTER KNOB BSG1289 BLOCK BSG1291 8mm DIA BALL BEARING AM81534 QUICK HEIGHT ADJUSTER SPRING AM81535 CUT HEIGHT DECAL AM81537...
  • Page 31 Figure 3: Front roller assembly 7/19...
  • Page 32 REAR ROLLER ASSEMBLY ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION PART No. 20" PART No. 24" QTY. REAR ROLLER SECTION AS1037 AS038 BRONZE BUSH AM81143 BEVEL GEAR STEEL BSG1100 POP RIVET4.8 DIA X20mm STEEL PR4820 SEALING BAND AS1062 BEARING - 25mm AM81049 REAR ROLLER TAB WASHER BSG1320 SPRING WASHER SWM8...
  • Page 33 Figure 4: Rear roller drive assembly 9/19...
  • Page 34 GROOMER AND DRIVE ASSEMBLY ITEM DESCRIPTION PART No. 20" PART No. 24" QTY. CHAIN PRIMARY BUSH GROOMER DRIVE AM81085 CHAIN FINAL BRUSH/ GROOMER DRIVE AM81092 STUB AXLE R/H TS1031 SPROCKET 1/2 X 17 TOOTH TS1012 KEY1/4 X 15 LG FORM A AM81047 GRUB SCREW M6X6 ACGM6...
  • Page 35 M8 GRUB SCREW ACGM8 Nut M8 Nyloc NNM8 M8 PLAIN WASHER 9mm BEARING AM90513 BEARING 20mm AM81007 SMALL COMPOUND BSG025 Compound centre BSG1288 Spacer flywheel 50 x 11.2 x 5mm AFK1201 M10 NYLOC NUT NNM10 44-51 COMPOUND SPROCKET ASSEMBLY BSG173 27 &...
  • Page 36 WASHER M10 FORM Z/C WM10 M10 NYLOC NUT NNM10 M8 SET SCREW X 45 SM845 SPRING WASHER SWM8 M8 PLAIN WASHER WASHER M10 FORM G WM10G ALLETT HANDLEBAR DECAL AM81543 3/8" WASHER W11015 BOLT 3/8 UNF x 2 ZC W11011 12/19...
  • Page 37 MIDDLE HANDLE BAR FAB EL004 TOP HANDLE BAR CLAMP TAPPED EL1021 ELMOW LOOM EL1110 Fuse - 4 A EL1085 M4x15 M4x15 M4 FLAT WASHER FORM A M4 NYLOC NUT NNM4 M6x15 SM615 TOP HANDLE BAR FAB LH EL007 17, 21, TILLER HEAD ASSEMBLY EL003 22 &...
  • Page 38 BATTERIES & CHARGER ITEM PART No. PART No. DESCRIPTION QTY. 20" 24" BATTERY BOX FLOOR EL1031 BATTERY BOX SIDE LH EL1032 BATTERY BOX RH SIDE EL1033 BATTERY BOX LATCH PLATE EL1035 BATTERY BOX TOP EL1034 HANDLE EL1086 SPRUNG LATCH EL1062 CIRCUIT BREAKER 40A EL1069 BATTERY ISOLATION SWITCH...
  • Page 39 Figure 7: Batteries and charger 15/19...
  • Page 40 SHAVER/TOUR GRASSBOX AM81243 AM81244 SCREW FOR GRASSBOX ARM NON DRIVE SIDE C1091 3/8" FLAT WASHER W11015 NUT NYLOCK 3-8 UNF BZP N11002 ALLETT GRASSBOX DECAL AM81544 GRASSBOX ARM FAB RH BSG070 GRASSBOX ASSEMBLY COMPLETE BSG086 2, 3 & 7 BSG087 16/19...
  • Page 41 Figure 8: Grass box assembly 17/19...
  • Page 42 OPTIONS ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION PART No. 20" PART No. 24" QTY. TRANSPORT WHEEL ASSY SINGLE AS044 BEARING HOUSING TS1037 FREE WHEEL BEARING TS1042 KEY 6x6x14 TYPE A AM81517 STUB AXLE TOURNAMENT RH SIDE TS1006 KICK STAND FAB EL010 EL018 KICK STAND STEPPED BOSS EL1039 M10 FLAT WASHER WM10...
  • Page 43 Figure 9: Options 19/19...

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