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GROOMING MOWERS SGM- SERIES SGM 48-60-72-84 OPERATOR'S AND PARTS MANUAL Distributed by Direct Distributors Inc.
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Congratulation for purchasing your new Grizzly® grooming mower! This mower has been designed and manufactured following all safety and quality requirements needed for a safe and satisfactory use over time. A careful reading of this manual will permit you to familiarize with your new equipment, and will provide you all the tools needed to use it safely.
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RIGHT-HAND AND LEFT-HAND sides are determined by watching from the tractor side. Sometime in the future your grooming mower may need new parts to replace those are worn or broken. If so, go to nearest Grizzly dealer and provide him the model and part number. Customer information...
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 1. ABOUT THIS MANUAL The operator must read the manual for a correct understanding of the hazards that may present when operating the mower, as well as for obtain optimum performance from the machine.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 2.2. INTENDED USE The SGM-series grooming mowers are specifically designed for lawn and grass professional mow- ing and maintenance of areas like private lawns, parks, airports, hospital grounds, schools, high- ways, golf courses etc.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 2.3. MAIN PARTS DESCRIPTION 11. Driven pulley Mower deck 12. Blade Top hitch support 13. Transmission belt Top hitch arm 14. Belt cover Top hitch link 15. Belt tensioner screw Lower hitch pin 16.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 3. SAFETY Proper use of the equipment, a strict observance of the safety messages listed below and applica- tion of all reasonable practices to avoid any risks, prevents accidents or injury, allows the machine working better and longer, and minimize the failures.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 DANGER Do not operate the implement when tired, not in good condition or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. CAUTION If the use of the machine is required at night or in conditions of reduced visibility, use the lighting system of the tractor and possibly an auxiliary lighting system.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 Before engaging the tractor PTO, make sure the tractor PTO speed is set as required for the mow- er (540 rpm). Do not over speed PTO or machine breakage may result.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 The PTO shields of tractor and implement side, the driveshaft shielding and the driveshaft retain- ing chains must be properly installed and in good condition, to avoid risk of entanglement with se- rious injury or death.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 Do not operate the tractor with weak or faulty brakes or worn tires. CAUTION Always use tractor lighting system and auxiliary lighting system for an adequate warning to opera- tors of other vehicles, especially when transporting at night or in conditions of reduced visibility.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 Make sure all parked machines are on a hard, level surface and engage all safety devices. CAUTION Store the unit in an area away from human activity. 3.7. SAFETY LABELS The safety labels applied on the machine give fundamental information for using the machine safely.
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GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 Carefully read the operator's manuals of mower, tractor and PTO shaft be- D1090 fore using the machine. Disengage the PTO, turn off the tractor engine, remove the key and ensure that all rotating parts have stopped D1038 before approaching the implement.
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GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 Rotating gear: fingers or hand entan- glement hazard. Do not open or re- D1079 move safety shields while engine is running. Crushing hazard. Stay clear of draft D1097 link lifting range while in operation.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 D1007 Oil filling point D1008 Greasing point D1108 CE LOGO ROTATING DRIVELINE (COVER) D1123 D1124 ROTATING DRIVELINE (TUBE) 4. SET UP The mower is delivered equipped with a driveshaft and related operating manual.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 ATTENTION For proper tightening torques of bolts and screws, refer to the section Torque values table of the manual. 4.1. CONNECTING TO THE TRACTOR The SGM mowers are designed to be mounted on tractors up to 50 hp equipped with 3-point Hitch Category 1 (ISO 730 standard).
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 Check the interference between mower's front wheel arms and tractor wheels. If there is inter- ference, adjust the position of the mower front wheel arms according to instruction described in section Wheel arms adjustment;...
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GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 Before operating the mower, ensure that the size of driveshaft is adequate. The driveshaft sup- plied with the machine has a standard length, therefore it may need an adaptation of the length, depending of the tractor which the mower is combined.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 4.3. TRACTOR-MOWER STABILITY Before connecting the machine to the tractor is required to check the stability of the tractor- machine system, in order to determine the ballast to apply to the front of the tractor, to ensure adequate distribution of the weight on the axles when the implement is in lifted position (e.g.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 DANGER During operation, adjustment, maintenance, repairing or transportation of the machine, the opera- tor must always use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Before starting work, ensure that tractor, implement and driveline's safety guards are in good con- ditions and fully functional.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 WARNING Before conducting the above inspections and service, make sure the tractor engine is off, all rota- tion parts are completely stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake engaged. Make sure the mower is resting on the ground or securely blocked up.
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GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 Always keep a tractor speed adequate to ground conditions 2 to 5 mph (2-8 km/h). Reduce speed in the case of hard or stony soils; When increasing or decreasing mowing ground speed, use gear selection (not engine speed).
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 5.3. ADJUSTMENTS WARNING All adjustment operations must be performed with the tractor engine off, the PTO disengaged, the mower lowered to the ground or on security stands, the parking brake set and the ignition key off.
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GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 Holding wheel and yoke assembly up, remove the lynch pin (B) from top of gauge wheel spindle (C); Position the spacers (A) as desired. The spacers are assorted with heights of 1/4''-1/2'' and 1'', to allow adjustment at multiple levels of cutting heights (from 1”...
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GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 The rear wheel arms usually don't need to be moved, and should remain mounted in their original position. SGM48 front wheel arms are fixed and cannot be changed. (*) NOTE: LOWER HITCHES ADJUSTMENT The lower hitched of the SGM mowers can be set in two different configurations: ...
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GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 To maximize the floating effect, providing at the same time the most clearance for interference with tractor tires, the lower hitches can be moved ahead (see picture): UPPER HITCHING ADJUSTMENT The lower hitched of the SGM mowers can be set in two different configurations: ...
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 To change from fixed to floating position, of 3 – point hitching bracket , remove hex bolt (A), two bush (B) & nut (c) from bracket 5.4. STOPPING AND DISCONNECTION To stop the mower at the end of a working session: ...
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 Make sure that the mower remains stored in a protected area, to prevent that unauthorized per-sonnel can approach it. Before a long term storage (e.g. at seasonal end), do cleaning and maintenance operations as specified in sections Maintenance and Storage.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 6. MAINTENANCE Proper and regular maintenance ensures a long life of your implement, avoids failures and saves time and repair costs. Periodic inspections and maintenance operations described in this section must be performed by operator in the times and terms prescribed.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 To adjust belts tension (see picture below): Remove belt cover (A). Clean debris and foreign material from the mower deck and belt area; Loosen the four nuts (B) holding the gearbox support plate (C) to the gearbox support (D);...
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 To replace belts do the following (see picture above): Remove belt covers (A). Clean foreign material from the mower deck and belt area; Loosen the four nuts (B) holding the gearbox support plate (C) to the gearbox support (D);...
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GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 IMPORTANT After replacement, always make sure that the blade installed has the cutting edge facing direction of rotation. Replace worn tines only with original parts. WARNING DO NOT attempt to straighten or weld damaged blades for reuse, but remove and replace them with new blades.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 sharpen the ends of the blade equally and maintain corners. Check blade balance by positioning the blade horizontally on a shaft through the center hole. Balance of a blade can be maintained by removing an equal amount of material from each end of the blade when sharpening;...
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 each 500 working hours. CAUTION Before touching the gearbox wait until it has cooled sufficiently. WARNING Do not overfill gearbox with oil. Oil will expand when hot! Make sure mower is cool before checking oil level.
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 Lubricate the swivel wheel yokes every 8 working hours through the grease fittings points placed on the wheels support (A - see picture). Depending on their type, the wheels may present a grease lubrication point for wheel bearings (B).
GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 7. STORAGE Before leaving the mower unused for a long time, perform following tasks to preserve the appear- ance and functionality of the implement, and to make easier the restart at later use: ...
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GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 engine and PTO speeds Blades scalping grass Cutting height too low Raise cutting height by adjusting wheels Hilly ground Change mowing pattern. Reduce speed turns Blades turning but not cut- Direction of blades is wrong...
Direct Distributors Inc. offer the following warranty to the purchaser of Grizzly® equipment mentioned herein above subject to the conditions set out herein after provided the Grizzly® equipment shall be in the possession of and used by such purchaser from the date of delivery.
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The warranty shall not cover any consequential or resulting liability, damage or loss arising directly or indirectly out of any defect in the Grizzly® equipment. This warranty shall be strictly limited to repairs and replacement of the defective parts specified in the warranty, and does not cover any reimbursement of labour charges for any repairs so earned out at dealer/client end.
All repairs and replacements on the machine must be performed only by using original spare parts, which must be obtained from the Manufacturer or your Dealer. This section contains the information needed to identify the parts of SGM series mowers that may be ordered to Manufacturer.
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GROOMING MOWERS - SGM Series - Models SGM 48-60-72-84 NOTE For identification of p/numbers and description of safety decals refer to the Section Safety labels. For identification of p/numbers and description of PTO driveline parts, refer to the manual of the driveshaft Manufacturer.
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KIT FRAME ASSEMBLY Sr No. Part no Description Qty. 33054 PARALLEL KEY 10 X 8 X 40 BLADE,MOWER 60 X 6 X L-730 (SGM-2.1M) V1 33175 33178 BLADE,MOWER 60 X 6 X L-616 (SGM-1.8M) V1 BLADE,MOWER 60 X 6 X L-515.5(SGM-1.5M)V1 33177 BLADE,MOWER 60 X 6 X L-424 (SGM-1.2M) V1 33176...
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GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY Sr No. Part no Description Qty. 1001 OIL SEAL 35 X 72 X 10 1002 CIRCLIP INTERNAL 72mm 1003 BEARING 30207 1130 CIRCLIP INTERNAL 80mm 8027 CIRCLIP EXTERNAL 40mm 8040 HEX BOLT M8X1.25X20(IS1364-2)(8.8)(ZP) 14360 SPRING WASHER M8.00(IS 3063)(ZP) 7033 BEARING 6208 10143...
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