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IBEX TS51C Assembly Manual

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ASSEMBLY GUIDE
TS51C Drum Mower

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  • Page 1 ASSEMBLY GUIDE TS51C Drum Mower...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ASSEMBLY GUIDE TS51C Drum Mower CONTENTS Scope and Purpose ......................... 3 Uncrating ..........................3 Guard Installation ........................5 Three Point Hitch ........................6 Blade Installation ........................7 Attaching the Drum Unit to the 3 Point Hitch ................. 9 Attaching the Drum Unit ...................... 13 Transport Lock ........................
  • Page 3 Figure 34 curtain installed with 2 holes for toe guard facing forward ........19 Figure 35 curtain straps secure to the guard frame ..............20 Figure 36 safety release bar ..................... 20 Figure 37 correct oil level in drum gearbox ................21 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 4: Scope And Purpose

    ASSEMBLY GUIDE SCOPE AND PURPOSE This guide is limited to Ibex TS51C drum mowers (also labeled with the original manufacturer model name, Galfre FR/G 130). The guide covers models manufactured in 2020 and forward. This manual is a guide to aid in the assembly only. Consult the Quick Start Guide and User Manual for instructions on usage and safety.
  • Page 5 Grease the PTO drivelines before assembly. Also grease the plastic fittings on the free rotating plastic guards. It’s much easier to do before assembly. Consult the driveline manuals that are attached to the PTO drivelines for instructions on lubrication. Keep the driveline manuals for future reference. 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 6: Guard Installation

    90 degrees when the mower is switched to transport mode. Figure 5 the smaller guard with the cut-out facing the rear (cutout may look different on your machine) The other small guard without a cutout is installed at the drum unit PTO spline. 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 7: Three Point Hitch

    Figure 7 install the pins in the arms as shown on both sides Move the 3 point hitch assembly over to the back of your tractor. Attach to the tractor lift arms and install the lynch pins. 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 8: Blade Installation

    The 6 cutting blades that come with the mower are installed and changed with the blade tool. The blade tool is stored on the top of the spring arm that connects the 3 point hitch to the drum unit, shown here fully assembled. 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 9 Once installed, be sure the blade is on the pin and swings freely. For safety purposes, never place your hand or fingers inside the opened space between the discs. Figure 11 installing a blade 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 10: Attaching The Drum Unit To The 3 Point Hitch

    Figure 12 move the drum unit over to the three point hitch assembly like this You will use the swivel tee subassembly shown below to connect two lift arms to the three point hitch assembly. Figure 13 swivel tee assembly 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 11 & bolt only until you feel some resistance – don’t tighten all the way as the bolt will need to come back out to mount the top arm later. You will need either an adjustable wrench or a 30mm socket to secure the nut. Figure 15 swivel tee in place for next step 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 12 Take note of the orientation of features so that it is installed right side up. Figure 17 align holes in arm to swivel tee Adjust the centers of the holes to be concentric and well-aligned before attempting to push the pin through. 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 13 2 foot length of 2x4 to support the lower arm. Let the three point hitch down so it is resting on the 2x4. This way the pin will not fall out of the hole when the hardware is removed on the top. 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 14: Attaching The Drum Unit

    Position the drum unit so that the center pivot holes line up when the arm assembly is pushed down. If you are working by yourself, using a ratchet strap to pull down the spring loaded arm will make this operation easier. 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 15 Try nudging the drum unit to get all holes aligned at the same time. Figure 24 holes are close to being aligned Install the washer and nut on the pivot pin. The nut is a nylon locking nut and should not be over-tightened. 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 16: Transport Lock

    The PTO shaft with the one-way clutch shown in the picture below is installed between the 3 point hitch and the drum unit. Install the thicker clutch end so that it is attached to drum unit (see Figure 27). 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 17 The driveline with the slip clutch is attached between the 90 degree gearbox and the tractor. The slip clutch (the wider end with the springs) attaches to the mower, while the other end attaches to the tractor. Figure 29 shaft with slip clutch end 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 18: Pto Shaft Safety

    ASSEMBLY GUIDE As with any new implement, the shaft that attaches to the tractor may need to be cut to length. Consult the included Ibex Equipment PTO Shaft Cutting Guide. PTO SHAFT SAFETY Read the manuals that are supplied with your PTO’s before operating the machinery. Failure to follow all safety procedures in the manufacturer’s literature could lead to equipment...

  • Page 19: Guard Installation

    Figure 31 pivot restrictor plate and handle shown installed from side GUARD INSTALLATION The front guard frame has 6 holes and a pin that slides into the tubing of the rear frame as shown. 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 20 Slots must be cut out of the curtain to accommodate the two mounting bars as shown in Figure 34. Figure 34 curtain installed with 2 holes for toe guard facing forward 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 21: Safety Release ("Breakaway Bar")

    Figure 36 when the mower is in mowing position. Figure 36 safety release bar The safety release is removed and reinstalled in a different position for transport mode. See the owner’s manual for more information regarding switching to transport mode. 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 22: Lubrication

    Verify that there is oil in the 2 gearboxes and lubricate all grease points. Some of the grease points will take more grease than usual the first time they are lubricated due to filling up the air space between the bushings. Figure 37 correct oil level in drum gearbox 2021-1.2 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

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