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IBEX TS51C Assembly Manual

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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 Hardware Guide ......................... 4 PTO Guard Installation ......................4 Three Point Hitch ........................3 Blade Installation ........................4 Attaching the Drum Unit to the 3 Point Hitch ................. 6 Transport Lock ........................
  • Page 3 Figure 25 front guard has six holes ..................14 Figure 26 curtain straps secure to the guard frame ..............14 Figure 27 curtain installed with 2 holes for toe guard facing forward ........15 Figure 28 safety release bar ..................... 15 2022-1.1 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: Hardware Guide

    4 screws and washers provided in the hardware bag to install the larger guard on the gearbox facing the tractor as shown in Figure 3. Note that this guard may appear somewhat different, and may already be installed on the gearbox. 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 6 Figure 4 smaller guard with cut-out facing the rear (cutout may look different than picture) Get the small guard without a cutout and use the set of 3 small screws and washers to install it at the drum unit PTO connection as shown in Figure 5. 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 7: Three Point Hitch

    Position the 3 point hitch so the two arms face up. Oil the holes in the pins and in the hitch, and then oil the roll pin. Secure the roll pin with locking pliers and drive it through the holes with a hammer. Figure 6 install the pins in the arms as shown 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 8: Blade Installation

    The six cutting blades that come with the mower are installed and changed with the blade change tool. The blade change tool is stored on the top of the spring arm that connects the 3 point hitch to the drum unit, shown in Figure 9 fully assembled for identification. 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 9 Note that the drum unit may need to be raised to provide enough clearance to properly angle the tool. For safety purposes, never place your hand or fingers inside the opened space between the discs. Figure 10 installing a blade 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

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

    Figure 13, threading the nut only until you feel some resistance. The nut will be removed later when mounting the top arm. Wait to attach the other end of the lower arm until after the next step. Figure 12 lower lift arm and swivel tee in place 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 11 14 and secure the nut and bolt. Fully secure the nut this time, but do not over-tighten it as the pin needs to be able to pivot. The 2x4 / jack is no longer needed at this point. Figure 14 top spring arm installed with pin blocked up by using a 2x4 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 12 Use the top link to adjust the angle and adjust the height of the 3 point hitch to better line up the holes. Use patience as the pin will not go through easily until it is lined up well. Try nudging the drum unit to get all holes aligned at the same time. 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 13 Insert a screwdriver in the hole in the pin if necessary to prevent it from turning while securing the nut. Figure 17 pivot pin installed STORAGE STAND Install the storage stand as shown in Figure 18 using the clip provided (Figure 2, H). Figure 18 storage stand 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 14: Transport Lock

    It’s important to install them in the correct location, and in the correct direction. Examples of the two clutches are shown below. Note that the shafts that come with your machine may appear slightly different or be a different color. Slip Clutch One-Way Clutch 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.
  • Page 15 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. The PTO shaft with the one-way clutch installed between the 90 degree gearbox and the mower’s drum unit, as oriented in Figure 21.

  • Page 16: Pivot Restrictor

    PTO splines. The output bearings on the tractor are not designed to accept thrust forces against the PTO. Consult the included Ibex Equipment PTO Shaft Cutting Guide to learn how to check whether the shaft must be cut and how to perform this procedure.
  • Page 17 Figure 24 pivot restrictor plate & handle shown installed from side The pivot restrictor handle should be tightened during transport only. During mowing, the handle is loosened so that the mower pivots freely within the range allowed by the slot in the restrictor plate. 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 18: Guard Installation

    Figure 25 front guard has six holes Secure the curtain around the frame using the included straps as shown in Figure 26. Figure 26 curtain straps secure to the guard frame 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 19: Safety Release ("Breakaway Bar")

    Figure 28 when the mower is in mowing position. Figure 28 safety release bar The breakaway bar is removed and reinstalled in a different position for transport mode. See the owner’s manual for more information regarding switching to transport mode. 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

  • Page 20: Lubrication

    The correct oil for both the 90 degree gearbox and the drum unit reservoir is a gear oil near 90 weight (80W90 is commonly found in stores) that is rated for EP, or extreme pressure. 2022-1.1 IBEX EQUIPMENT CO.

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