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IBEX TM67C Assembly Manual

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ASSEMBLY GUIDE
TM67C Drum Mower

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  • Page 1 ASSEMBLY GUIDE TM67C Drum Mower...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Driveline installation ............................. 19 Lubrication ................................ 20 Completion checklist ............................21 Figure 1 assembled TM67C drum mower front view ..................... 3 Figure 2 rear of mower showing pivot pin orientation ................... 4 Figure 3 Drum Mower in crate as shipped......................4 Figure 4 parts removed from crate shown here for reference .................
  • Page 3 Figure 34 smaller PTO guard installed on the 90 degree gearbox, facing the drum unit ........18 Figure 35 lift the three point assembly up and install the jack stand ..............19 Figure 36 driveline identification and connection guide ..................19 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 4: Scope And Purpose

    ASSEMBLY GUIDE Scope and Purpose This guide is limited to the Ibex TM67C (Galfre model 170) drum mowers sold by Tractor Tools Direct. The guide covers models manufactured in 2013 and forward. This manual is a guide to aid in the assembly of the drum mower models listed above. Consult the operations manual for instructions on usage and safety.
  • Page 5 Figure 3 Drum Mower in crate as shipped The drum mower will arrive in a wooden crate disassembled for shipment. You will need a forklift or a front loader with the proper lift straps to unload and move it safely. 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 6: Uncrating

    It makes finding what you need easier if everything is organized into like groups. Figure 5 Bags of small hardware shown sorted Take the 2 bags of small hardware and separate into like groups. Figure 6 parts to connect arm to drum 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 7: Drum Support Arm

    Spring arm installation The spring arm holds 2 extension springs in tension to transfer some of the weight of the drum unit to the tractor through the 3 point hitch. Figure 8 spring arm with blade change tool 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 8 Place the long pin with 2 holes through the lower set of holes on the support arm as shown. Figure 9 long pin goes through as shown Use the 2 links, washers, and cotter pin to attach the springs to the mower end as shown. Figure 10 spring attachment hardware shown with springs 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 9: Swivel Pin

    Locate the swivel pin. This pin connects the three point hitch assembly and the support arm of the mower together. The swivel pin allows the mower to swing back 90° for transport. Figure 12 swivel pin 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 10: Blade Installation

    Figure 14 installing blades with the blade change tool For correct balance, the blades should be replaced in sets. It’s always a good idea to keep at least one extra set on hand during hay season. 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 11: Guard Installation

    Locate the two guard holders that support the top guards and curtains. Figure 15 guard holders Locate the hardware used to attach the guard holders as shown in Figure 16. Figure 16 set of 8 nuts and bolts used to attach guard holders 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 12 Figure 18 set of nuts and bolts are for guards and shield plates Install the shields as shown in the following figures. Figure 19 guards hang from the guard holders and are secured with hardware shown 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 13 Figure 21 shield plates shown located on top of guards Having a second person help make it easier to access the top and bottom of the hardware. Use of a powered drill also helps speed up the process. 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 14 ASSEMBLY GUIDE Figure 22 PTO shields Figure 23 hardware to attach PTO guards Figure 24 shields installed as well as PTO guard 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 15: Spring Arm Attachment

    Figure 26 is pushed through. Install the nut and just snug - it needs to be able to pivot. The nylon retainer will keep it from backing off. The photo in Figure 27 shows the finished assembly. 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 16: Safety Release (Breakaway Bar)

    Figure 28 shows the breakaway arm holding the mower in the mow position. If the mower were to strike an immovable object, the arm would release allowing the mower to fold back about 15 degrees to dissipate the impact force. Consult the owner’s manual for details. Figure 28 breakaway protection arm in mow position 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 17: Transport Lock

    During transport the mower is swung back and locked into place. This plate with the nut and handle shown in Figure 32 is tightened so that the drum mower does not freely pivot while driving down the road. It is released 2 turns for mowing. 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 18: Gearbox Pto Guards

    There are two remaining PTO guards. These guards are installed on the 90 degree gearbox. Install the larger, oval-shaped guard on the front of the 90 degree gearbox, so that it is facing the tractor’s PTO. See Figure 33. 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 19 Figure 33 larger, oval-shaped guard is installed on the front of the gearbox, facing the tractor The smaller guard mirrors the one installed on the drum unit. It is installed as shown in Figure 34. Figure 34 smaller PTO guard installed on the 90 degree gearbox, facing the drum unit 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 20: Jack Stand

    To install the stand, lift the three point hitch enough to start the jack through the hole from the bottom and lock it into place with the pin provided. Figure 35 lift the three point assembly up and install the jack stand Driveline installation Figure 36 driveline identification and connection guide 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 21: Lubrication

    Use an EP (extreme pressure) rated gear oil that is close to 90 weight, such as 80W-90. The mower comes filled with oil when new, but the level should be verified before every use. Check when cool and on level ground. 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 22: Completion Checklist

    Both nuts in the center of the threaded rod should be tightened against each other to keep the nuts from becoming loose. Go back and make sure that the hardware is correctly tightened and the cotter pins have been set as to not come loose and fall out. 2022-01.0 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

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