Locke 125 Operator's Manual

Commercial series

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Commercial Series
Models 125,130 and 136

Operators Manual

Locke Turf
307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabama, 36467, (334) 493-1300

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  • Page 1: Operators Manual

    Commercial Series Models 125,130 and 136 Operators Manual Locke Turf 307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabama, 36467, (334) 493-1300...
  • Page 2 CONGRATULATIONS You have invested in the best implement of its type on the market today. The care you give your Locke Turf implement will greatly determine your satisfaction with its performance and its service life. We urge a careful study of this manual to provide you with a thorough understanding of you new implement before operating, as well as suggestions for operation and maintenance.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Training ………………………………….…...3 Preparation …………………………………...3 Operation ……………………………………...3 Maintenance and Storage ………….………...3 General Model 125 and 130 Mowers …………………4 How to Mow Your Lawn …………….………..4 Operation Starting the Engine …………………………...5 Raising and Lowering of Cutter Unit …….…..5 Height of Cut Adjustment …………………...5 Mowing ………………………………………...5...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    More than merely devices created for mowing grass, the excellence of design, construction and operation of Locke power mowers is unparalleled. First introduced in 1928, tested and proven, Locke power mowers may be considered, in terms of today’s technology, the ultimate response to the need for the highest degree of quality lawn care.
  • Page 5: Warranty

    LOCKE MOWER Limited Warranty WARRANTY PERIOD AND COVERAGE A. Locke Turf, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser, and to subsequent owners, that the registered Locke Mower will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase by the original owner.
  • Page 6: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION This Safety Alert Symbol means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The Safety Alert Symbol identifies important safety messages in manuals and on equipment safety signs. To avoid possible injury or death, follow the equipment and manual’s safety instructions.
  • Page 7: Model 125 And 130 Mowers

    MODEL 125, 130, AND 136 MOWERS The Locke “Commercial Series” mowers are the most practical for small areas, cut-up lawns, flower gardens, cemeteries, schools, etc. They do a complete job in one operation: overhang raised borders, cut close to obstructions, leave no uncut rolled down grass;...
  • Page 8: Starting The Engine

    STARTING THE ENGINE Check to see that the oil in the crankcase is at the proper level and there is fuel in the tank. Make sure that the tractor clutch lever, on the right handlebar, and the reel clutch lever, on the left handlebar, are released before attempting to start the engine.
  • Page 9: Lubrication

    LUBRICATION There are 4 pressure lubrication points on the mower. All are zerk type grease fittings. Use a quality light grease at these points. The bronze clutch collars each have a grease fitting. These are located at the front of the tractor on the left and right sides underneath the main guard.
  • Page 10: Reel Bedknife

    Attach a lapping motor to the reel. A lapping motor is device that spins approximately 125 rpm. (Use Lapping Adapter P/N 5102). Saturate a brush with lapping compound and apply it to the reel. Continue lapping until the reel runs without the Inter- mittent grinding sounds caused by high spots.
  • Page 11: Resharpening Reels

    Resharpening Reels For maximum performance and to achieve the finest cut, reels should be reground with a relief. For best results, the “land” area should be no wider than 1/64” to begin the season. (See figure below) Modern reel grinders are capable of pro- ducing a relief, finishing off the cylinder with a light spin grind.
  • Page 12: Sulky Sulky Assembly

    Sulky Attachment (Optional) assemble your please use the CL Series Parts Manual as a guide in addition to this literature. 1. Place the #2 Pivot Tube between the Pivot Bosses of the Frame Weldment #1. Figure 1 Place (1) Spring Bushing #9 in each Pivot Boss.
  • Page 13: Sulky Installation

    Installing Your Sulky Attachment 1. Remove Caster Assembly and Grease Fitting. 2. Install Lower Vertical Pivot Clamp #5 in place of the Caster Assembly and lock in place with (2) Setscrews #15. Install (1) Bearing Cup Assembly #10 in the Pivot Clamp #5 using Bolt #12 and Nut #11. 3.
  • Page 16 Locke Turf 307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabama, 36467, (334) 493-1300...

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