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Operator's Manual and Parts List
PRO-MAX 36
Rotary Finish Mowers
Serial No. 16371000 and up
PROGRESSIVE TURF EQUIPMENT INC.
137 WEST WILLIAM STREET
SEAFORTH, ONTARIO
CANADA N0K 1WO
TOLL FREE: 800 668-8873
ISSUE DATE: May 2017
P.N. 120587
www.progressiveturfequip.com
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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual and Parts List PRO-MAX 36 Rotary Finish Mowers Serial No. 16371000 and up PROGRESSIVE TURF EQUIPMENT INC. 137 WEST WILLIAM STREET SEAFORTH, ONTARIO CANADA N0K 1WO TOLL FREE: 800 668-8873 ISSUE DATE: May 2017 P.N. 120587 www.progressiveturfequip.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    HITCHING TO TRACTOR: ..........................16 TRACTOR DRAWBAR: ............................17 PTO BEARING MOUNTING BRACKET SETUP: .................... 17 TD92 – HOOK UP TO Pro-Max 36: ........................18 TD92 CONNECTING FRAME: ........................... 20 TD92 CONNECTING LINK: ..........................20 CONNECTING THE PTO SHAFT: ........................22 CHECK PTO LENGTH DURING TURNS:......................

  • Page 5: 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 6: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION: The main purpose of this manual is to assist the operator in maintaining and operating Progressive Turf Equipment mowers. Read it carefully. It provides 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 7: Specifications

    8” Ground Clearance Deck Flexibility 25 degrees up 15 degrees down Number of Tires Pro-Max 36 - 2 road wheels, 8 deck wheels. Total system – 4 road wheels, 18 deck wheels Mowing Capacity MPH 8.8 acres/hr 17.5 acres/hr 26 acres/hr 32.8 acres/hr...

  • Page 8: Safety Rules

    This section of the Operator’s Manual details a number of safety rules pertaining to the operation and maintenance of Progressive Turf Equipment mowers. In order to minimize risks and promote safety at all times, these rules must always be followed and obeyed.

  • Page 9: General Safety Precautions

    CAUTION! – Hazards or unsafe practices that COULD result in minor personal injury or product or property damage. GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  The operator of this machine must have sufficient knowledge and instructions in the care and operation of this mower and the power unit being used before he / she uses the machine.

  • Page 10: Operating Equipment Safely

    Power unit must be equipped with a 1-3/8” 6 spline 540 RPM PTO connection.  Never use PTO adapters to connect implements. Never connect mower driveline to 1000 RPM PTO. OPERATING EQUIPMENT SAFELY  Never allow persons to stand between power unit and mower while backing power unit up to hitch the mower.

  • Page 11: Maintenance Safety Precautions

     Reduce speed when operating on slopes during wet conditions, especially when making sharp turns.  Do not use the mower in limited visibility (e.g. at dusk, in fog, heavy rain etc.). Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. ...

  • Page 12: Welding And Grinding Work Precautions

    serious injury. If skin penetration occurs, seek medical attention immediately. Relieve all pressure before disconnecting hoses.  Do not bend or strike hydraulic lines, tubes or hoses, or reinstall them in a bent or damaged condition.  Inspect tires daily for wear or damage. Check tire pressures weekly with an accurate pressure gauge.

  • Page 13: Safety & Maintenance Decal Locations

    SAFETY & MAINTENANCE DECAL LOCATIONS ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY ITEM DESCRIPTION CAUTION – READ MANUAL GREASING SCHEDULE CAUTION – TURNING MOWER MODEL NOTICE – PM HITCH SETUP CAUTION– REPLACE SHIELDS INDICATOR – INPUT PTO COMPANY NAME DANGER – BLADE HAZARD DECK SIDE DECAL WARNING –...

  • Page 14: Pm36 Decal Listing

    PM36 DECAL LISTING If decals become faded, damaged or lost, replace immediately. Order according to corresponding Part # below. Complete decal kits are also available. PM36 Decal Kit – 209106 ITEM 1 ITEM 2 ITEM 3 (209175) (521819) (209113) ITEM 4 ITEM 5 ITEM 6 (521817)
  • Page 15 PROGRESSIVE PRO-MAX 36 ITEM 10 ITEM 11 ITEM 12 (521119) (209119) (209105) ITEM 13 ITEM 14 (209118) (209112) ITEM 17 (209196) ITEM 16 (521455) ITEM 15 GREASE POINT DECAL (521451) (521014)

  • Page 16: Mower Setup For Operation

    PTO stub and the end of the Pro-Max 36 PTO stub. This distance should be 39”. The drawpin of the mower should be exactly in the center of the two PTO shaft ends for smooth operation and long life for all driveline components.

  • Page 17: Tractor Drawbar

    TRACTOR DRAWBAR: 1. Raise or remove the safety guard around the tractor PTO shaft. 2. Using a straight edge, measure the distance from the end of the PTO shaft to the back edge of the drawpin hole. This distance should be 20”. 3.
  • Page 18 9. To ensure proper life of the PTO shaft, the driveline from the mower gearbox (D) to the PTO shaft (E) on the tractor should be in a straight line. 10. Spacers (F) are provided under the bearing mounting bracket (C) to allow adjustment up or down.

  • Page 19: Td92 - Hook Up To Pro-Max 36

    TD92 – HOOK UP TO Pro-Max 36: 1. With the transport wheel locked on the Pro-Max 36, back up to within 12” of the TD92 mower. 2. Remove the sliding drawbar lock pin and slide the drawbar out and connect to TD92.

  • Page 20: Td92 Connecting Frame

    TD92 CONNECTING FRAME: A connecting frame is provided with the Pro-Max 36, that mounts to the TD92 mower, and is used to connect the two mowers together. The connecting link will mount to this, allowing the two mowers to be set up parallel with each other for proper cutting.
  • Page 21 TD92 CONNECTING LINK: The connecting link is used to lock and stabilize the Pro-Max 36 and the TD92 mowers together. It is important that the link be mounted correctly and set at the proper length. This will ensure that the two mowers are travelling parallel and cutting properly.

  • Page 22: Connecting The Pto Shaft

    CONNECTING THE PTO SHAFT: 1. Ensure that the tractor engine is shut off and the parking brake is locked. 2. Holding the PTO against the end of the tractor PTO shaft, rotate the tractor PTO by hand until the shaft slides on slightly. 3.

  • Page 23: Operation Of The Mower

    OPERATION OF THE MOWER: A careful and knowledgeable operator is the best insurance against an accident. Allow no riders on any equipment. If the tractor is equipped with a 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 24: Proper Torque For Fasteners

    PROPER TORQUE FOR FASTENERS The chart lists the correct tightening torque for fasteners on Progressive Turf Equipment mowers. When bolts are to be tightened or replaced, refer to this chart to determine the proper torque except when specific torque values are assigned in the manual.

  • Page 25: Cutting Height And Adjustment

    Be sure all adjustments are set the same. When setting the cutting height on the Pro-Max 36, be sure to use the wing safety chains. The chains are located in the box just below and behind the main gearbox on the mower.

  • Page 26: Deck Position Bushing

    DECK POSITION BUSHING: Spacer Bushing This spacer bushing can be mounted on either side of the wing deck swivel. Bushing shown mounted on the inside, positioning the wings out as far as possible. This will give maximum cutting width. Moving the bushing to the outside will increase the deck cutting overlap and reduce the overall cutting width.

  • Page 27: Power Take-Off Shafts

    re-lubricate. Inflate tire and inspect both sides of the tire to be sure beads are seated properly. If not, deflate the tire, unseat beads and repeat the above mounting procedure. After properly seating beads, adjust to pressure recommended. (See above specs.) POWER TAKE-OFF SHAFTS: Keep all shields in place.

  • Page 28: Transporting The Mower

    TRANSPORTING THE MOWER: When traveling on public roadways, use flashing amber lights and Slow Moving Vehicle sign on the rear of the mower to provide greater visibility to other traffic. Once a mower is in the raised position, activate tractor hydraulic control valve (on the 22 ft unit) slightly so that the cylinders will extend and allow the locks to be totally engaged.
  • Page 29 Pro-Max 36 at all times. Be sure they are securely fastened for road transport. DECK LOCK PINS ON Pro-Max 36: Lock both wings during road transport. This will prevent the wings from swinging back during transport, therefore eliminating damage. Always unlock the decks before lowering the wings.
  • Page 30 TRANSPORTING THE PRO-MAX 36 ONLY: When transporting the Pro-Max 36 without the TD92 mower attached to the rear, the castor wheel lockout bars must be installed. The two lockout bars are stored on the front side of the crossbrace tube on the main hitch frame.

  • Page 31: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE: Turn tractor engine off before performing any maintenance. Always use personal protection devices such as eye and ear protectors when performing maintenance functions. When completing a maintenance or service function, make sure all safety shields are installed before placing the mower in service.

  • Page 32: Grease Compatibility

    GREASE COMPATIBILITY All greases are not compatible. Grease incompatibility will decrease the lubrication ability of the grease, and can cause premature part failure. Grease can have mineral or synthetic base oils and thickening agents such as lithium, calcium, barium, sodium, or aluminum What We Use: - Progressive uses Shell Gadus S2 V220 2 - This grease has:...

  • Page 33: Blade Servicing

    BLADE SERVICING Always observe proper lock-out procedures when performing any maintenance work including changing or servicing the blades. Always remove and retain the ignition switch key, ensure parking brake is engaged, and block and or support machine using equipment designed for the task. Be sure deck safety locks are engaged when working on decks in the raised position.
  • Page 34 Pro-EZ Change System (Available in high or low lift) Developed with turf professionals in mind:  Economical as only the tips are changed  Flat profile fastener extends life, reduces cost  Standard hand-tools are used for reduced cost and easy change out ...
  • Page 35 Pro-EZ CHANGE BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Blade Bar A 1” diameter pilot centers the blade bar on the spindle with two Blade 1/2” grade 5 fasteners. When changing blades, be sure that pilot is properly seated in the blade bar and the blade bar lies flat on the Lock spindle.
  • Page 36 BLADE SHARPENING Use gloves when handling mower blades. Blades can be very sharp. When sharpening blades, be sure material removed is equal on both sides of the blade. Unbalanced blades will cause excessive vibration leading to cracks in machine components. ...

  • Page 37: Spindle Inspection

    SPINDLE INSPECTION: Spindles are equipped with two ball bearings. Adjustment is set by tightening the 1” NF left hand nut to 60 ft-lbs torque for proper setting. Periodically inspect blade spindles by grasping pulley, and moving from side to side. If any free play is noted, replace or repair. SPINDLE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL: Remove blade from spindle.

  • Page 38: Assembly Of Spindle

    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.

  • Page 39: V" Belt Adjustment

    “V” BELT ADJUSTMENT: Begin by loosening 4 bolts at the base of the gearbox, adjusting the long threaded bolt slides the gearbox back, therefore tightening the belts. After proper tension is achieved, tighten 4 bolts at base of gearbox. You may have to place a 1/2”...

  • Page 40: Hydraulics

    The first 24 to 48 hours of operation is the belt “run in” period. To ensure satisfactory belt performance, belt tension should be checked during this time period. HYDRAULICS: The hydraulic system on your Progressive mower is a simple cylinder system used to raise and lower the cutting decks into position.

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING: PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY VIBRATION WHEN DRAWBAR LENGTH CHECK DRAW BAR TURNING INCORRECT LENGTH SPECS AND ADJUST HITCH PLATE VIBRATION WHEN MAIN INPUT SHAFT PULL INPUT SHAFT TURNING NOT COLLAPSING APART AND GREASE EASILY INNER AND OUTER SPLINES. NOTE THERE ARE TWO GREASE ZERKS AT MIDSHAFT.
  • Page 43 Parts List PRO-MAX 36 Model: PM-36 Effective serial number: 16371000 and up. Issue Date: July 2018 Si No Lee Ingles, Pida Ayuda a Alguien Que Se Lo Lea Para Que le Traduzca Las Medidas de Seguridad...
  • Page 44 Use only Genuine Original Equipment Manufacturers (O.E.M.) replacement parts. The use of “will fit” parts may reduce machine performance, void machine warranties and present a safety hazard. Use Genuine OEM parts. Progressive Turf Equipment Inc. 137 West William Street Seaforth, Ontario Canada...
  • Page 45 Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual Maintenance Maintenance should always be performed by a qualified service technician familiar with servicing similar equipment, using good safety and workmanship practices. Always observe proper lock-out procedures when performing any maintenance work. Other than maintaining the blade spindles or blades, always lower all decks before performing maintenance. Block and or support machine using equipment designed for the task.
  • Page 46 PARTS ORDERING GUIDE The following instructions are offered to help eliminate needless delay and error in processing purchase orders for the equipment in this manual. 1. The Parts Section is prepared in logical sequence and grouping of parts that belong to the basic machine featured in this manual. Part Numbers and Descriptions are given to help locate the parts and quantities required.
  • Page 47 Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual Table of Contents DECK ASSEMBLY ................................2 ..............................2 LADE PINDLE SSEMBLY ................................... 3 LADE PTIONS ................................4 EARBOX SSEMBLY ................................... 5 SSEMBLY FRAME ASSEMBLY ................................6 ..................................6 RAME ..................................7 RAME ................................8 ONNECTING RAME ..............................

  • Page 48: Deck Assembly

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 1 DECK ASSEMBLY 1.1 Blade Spindle Assembly...

  • Page 49: Blade Options

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 1.2 Blade Options 5/24/2017...

  • Page 50: Gearbox Assembly

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 1.3 Gearbox Assembly...

  • Page 51: Deck Assembly

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 1.4 Deck Assembly 05/2018...

  • Page 52: Frame Assembly

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 2 FRAME ASSEMBLY 2.1 Main Frame 06/2017...

  • Page 53: Wing Frame

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 2.2 Wing Frame 06/2017...

  • Page 54: Connecting Frame

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 2.3 Connecting Frame 06/2017...

  • Page 55: Caster Arm Assemblies

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 2.4 Caster Arm Assemblies 01/2018...

  • Page 56: Tire Assemblies

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 2.5 Tire Assemblies 07/2018...

  • Page 57: Hydraulics

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 3 HYDRAULICS 3.1 Hydraulics 06/2017...

  • Page 58: Driveline

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 4 DRIVELINE 4.1 Driveline 08/2016...

  • Page 59: Input Pto Shaft

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 4.2 Input PTO Shaft...

  • Page 60: Intermediate Pto Shaft

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 4.3 Intermediate PTO Shaft...

  • Page 61: Deck Pto Shaft - Up To Serial # 16371003

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 4.4 Deck PTO Shaft – Up to Serial # 16371003 08/2016...

  • Page 62: Deck Pto Shaft - Serial # 16371004 & Up

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 4.5 Deck PTO Shaft – Serial # 16371004 & Up 08/2016...

  • Page 63: Rear Output Pto Shaft

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 4.6 Rear Output PTO Shaft...

  • Page 64: Deck Gearbox

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 4.7 Deck Gearbox...

  • Page 65: Way Gearbox

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 4.8 4 Way Gearbox...

  • Page 66: Decals

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 5 DECALS 5.1 Safety If decals become faded, damaged or lost, replace immediately. Order according to corresponding part number below. Complete decal kits are also available. PM36 Decal Kit – 209106 209175 521819 209113 DECAL – GENREAL SAFETY...
  • Page 67 Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual PROGRESSIVE PRO-MAX 36 521119 209119 209105 8HR DECAL- PTO GREASE PM36 DECK SIDE DECAL DECAL - NOTICE 209118 209112 DECAL – INDICATOR – PM36 INPUT DECAL - "PRO-MAX 36" 209196 DECAL – BLADE HARDWARE 521455 DECAL – OUTER SHIELD...

  • Page 68: Notes

    Pro-Max 36 Parts Manual 5.2 Notes _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________...

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