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SDR 90, SDR65 Single Deck
PROGRESSIVE TURF EQUIPMENT INC.
137 WEST WILLIAM STREET
SEAFORTH, ONTARIO
CANADA N0K 1WO
PHONE:
FAX:
WATTS:
Website:
www.progressiveturfequip.com
Email : info@progressiveturfequip.com
O P E R A T O R ' S MA N U A L
ROTARY ROLLER MOWER
519-527-1080
519-527-2275
1-800-668-8873
SERIAL # ____________
ISSUE DATE: AUGUST 2007
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- Page 1 O P E R A T O R ’ S MA N U A L SDR 90, SDR65 Single Deck ROTARY ROLLER MOWER PROGRESSIVE TURF EQUIPMENT INC. 137 WEST WILLIAM STREET SEAFORTH, ONTARIO CANADA N0K 1WO PHONE: 519-527-1080 FAX: 519-527-2275...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION T O T H E O WN E R ……………………………………………. . G E N E R A L I N F O R MA T I O N ………………………………… WA R R A N T Y ………………………………………………… SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFICATIONS……………………………………………. -
Page 3: To The Owner
Before you operate this mower, study this manual carefully. It has been prepared to help you do a better and safer job of maintaining your mower. Use only genuine Progressive Turf Equipment Inc. replacement parts. Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet the standards required for safe and satisfactory operation of this equipment. -
Page 4: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION The purpose of this manual is to assist the operator in maintaining and operating Progressive Turf Equipment mowers. Read it carefully. It furnishes information and instructions that will help you achieve years of dependable performance. Some information may be general in nature due to unknown and varying conditions. -
Page 5: Wa R R A N T Y
All defective parts must be retained for 60 days after applying for warranty. Any parts to be returned to Progressive Turf Equipment Inc. for inspection will be issued an RGA number and must be returned within 14 days, transportation charges prepaid. This warranty will not provide for service calls to customer location or for transportation of equipment to dealer location if such servicing is required. -
Page 6: Safety Instructions
SAFETY WORK SAFELY ---- FOLLOW THESE RULES Instructions given with this symbol are for personal safety. Be sure you and your workers follow them. A CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST INSURANCE AGAINST AN ACCIDENT BEFORE HANDLING ANY EQUIPMENT READ To avoid accident or injury, do not allow anyone to operate this equipment without proper instructions. -
Page 7: Specifications
SDR MOWER SPECIFICATIONS Cutting Dimensions Deck Width Length Depth 7 2 ” Dimensions Recommended Weight TRACTOR PTO – 540 rpm Speeds Blades – 3040 rpm Blade tip speed - 18 287 rpm Blades Spindles 3 Spindles, 30 mm Supported by 2 grease-able ball bearings which are housed in a Cutting height PTO shaft to r i g h t a n g l e g e a r b o x d r i v i n g “... - Page 8 OBEY THESE SAFETY DECALS If decals become faded, damaged, or lost, replace immediately. Item 2 ITEM 1 ITEM 3 ITEM 4 ITEM 5 ITEM 6...
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Page 9: Maintenance Safety
MAINTENANCE SAFETY Never work on mower without safety locks in place, if decks are in raised position. Keep tractor and mower in good operating condition and all safety devices in place. Frequently check blade mounting bolts for tightness. ... -
Page 10: Operation Of The Mower
OPERATING THE MOWER: A careful and knowledgeable operator is the best insurance against an accident. Allow no riders on any equipment. If tractor is equipped with R.O.P.S., use the seat belt for maximum protection. Make sure that everyone is clear of the tractor and mower before starting the engine or operating. -
Page 11: Hitching Mower To Tractor
HITCHING MOWER TO TRACTOR For proper mower operation and maximum PTO life, the mower and PTO driveline must be setup correctly. a) Lower three point hitch arms on tractor and align them with the lower hitch links on both ends of the hitch assembly. Insert a 7 / 8 ” p i n t o s ecure links to lower tractor arms. -
Page 12: Adjusting Pto Length
Adjusting the PTO shaft to the correct length IMPORTANT: When checking driveline PTO shaft minimum length, it is necessary to a l i g n a n d l e v e l t h e t r a c t o r ’ s P T O s h a f t w i t h t h e g e a r b o x s h a f t o f t h e m o w e r . Measure the shortest distance possible between the tractor PTO shaft and the gearbox shaft of the mower. -
Page 13: Cutting Height Adjustment
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT There are four height adjusters per mowing deck. Each adjuster (located in each corner of the deck) must be adjusted to the same height to ensure a smooth even cut. A wrench for this purpose is provided. In addition, each deck must be adjusted the same so that a level cut is obtained across the whole cutting width of the mower. -
Page 14: Transp O R T I N G Mo We R
TRANSPORTING MOWERS CAUTION amber lights and S.M.V. emblem on rear of mower to provide greater visibility to other traffic. WARNING - concerning road speed should be strictly adhered to. WEIGHT OF TOWING VEHICLE 4500# or more Less than 4500# but More than 2300# Less than 2300# CAUTION -... -
Page 15: G R E A S E C O Mp A T I B I L I T Y
An Important Word On Grease Compatibility What Grease Is: -Grease is essentially a distilled petroleum product in the form of mineral oil (or a synthetic) which has a thickening agent such as lithium, calcium, barium, sodium, or aluminum. -Many of the thickeners will work for similar situations, but when mixing greases with different thickeners, one must review compatibility. -
Page 16: Lubrication
LUBRICATION A properly maintained lubrication schedule will provide a smooth running machine for many years. The following information shows and describes where all lubrication points are located. DECK Spindles* (See Manual) *As Required CHECK FOR PROPER OIL LEVEL IN GEARBOXES DAILY GREASING SCHEDULE &... -
Page 17: Gearbox Oil Level
GEARBOX OIL LEVEL IMPORTANT! DO NOT OVERFILL! MOWER MUST BE LEVEL WHEN CHECKING GEARBOX OIL LEVEL DECK GEARBOX: Gearboxes all have an oil level plug located on the side of the gearbox. Oil should reach the bottom of this hole. If oil level is low, add oil through top plug hole of casing until oil just starts to flow out of side oil level hole. -
Page 18: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE WARNING maintenance. CAUTION ear protectors when performing maintenance functions. WARNING make sure all safety shields are installed before placing mower in service. BLADE SERVICING WARNING decks in the raised position. The tractor hydraulic system could fail, causing decks to fall and crush anything under them. ... -
Page 19: B L A D E R E Mo V A L & I N S T A L L A T I O N
BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Two, 1 / 2 ” X 1 3 / 4 ” g r a d e 5 b o l t s w i t h l o c kwashers and nuts hold blade to blade spindle support bar. When changing blades, be sure that these fasteners are in good condition so they will not come loose during operation. -
Page 20: Spindle Inspection
SPINDLE INSPECTION: Spindles are equipped with two roller ball bearings. Adjustment is set by t i g h t e n i n g t h e 1 ” l e f t h a n d n u t t o 6 0 f t -lbs. torque for proper setting. Periodically inspect blade spindles by grasping blade, and moving from side to side. -
Page 21: A S S E Mb L Y O F S P I N D L E S
ASSEMBLY OF SPINDLE: Only use a press that has the ram and bed 100% square to each other. If bearings are not square in housing, bearings will wear out prematurely. Press on outer race when inserting into hub and press on inner race when installing on spindle. hole end up. -
Page 22: B E L T A D J U S T Me N T
“ V ” B E L T A D J U S T ME N T : Begin by loosening 4 bolts at the base of the gearbox. Adjusting long threaded bolt slides the gearbox back, tightening belt. After proper tension is a c h i e v e d , t i g h t e n 4 b o l t s a t b a s e o f g e a r b o x . -
Page 23: Trouble Shooting
TROUBLE SHOOTING: PROBLEM Belt slippage Rapid belt wear Belt squeal Over-heated bearings Input shaft does not collapse easily on turning. Premature spindle bearing failure. CAUSE Lack of tension oily drive conditions Belt slippage belt not in proper groove Belt slippage Belt slippage excessive drive tension Lack of grease at...