Grooming Reel Mechanical Problems - Toro Greensmaster TriFlex 3320/3420 Service Manual

Grooming Reel Mechanical Problems

Problem
The grooming reel rotates when it is
in the raised, transport position (for-
ward rotating groomer drive).
No rotation of the grooming reel
(forward rotating groomer drive).
No rotation of the grooming reel
(counter rotating groomer drive).
The turf is damaged or has uneven
grooming.
Greensmaster 3320/3420
Possible Causes
The grooming reel should rotate
whenever the cutting reel is en-
gaged.
Seized grooming reel or idler bear-
ing(s) in groomer side plate(s).
Broken or damaged drive belt idler
spring.
The groomer drive belt is worn, bro-
ken or damaged.
Handle on groomer cover is rotated
rearward so that groomer drive is
disengaged.
Seized grooming reel or idler bear-
ing(s) in groomer side plate(s).
Broken or damaged drive idler
spring.
Groomer drive gears are worn or
damaged.
The groomer is set too aggressive-
ly.
The grooming reel blades are bent,
damaged or missing.
The grooming reel shaft is bent or
damaged.
Grooming depth is not equal on
both ends of grooming reel.
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Correction
Normal operation.
Identify and replace faulty bear-
ing(s).
Replace idler spring.
If the belt slips, it probably is worn
and must be replaced.
Repair or replace belt if necessary.
A broken or worn belt could be the
result of improper belt routing or
seized bearings in groomer assem-
bly.
Handle needs to be rotated toward
the front of the machine to engage
the groomer drive.
Identify and replace faulty bear-
ing(s).
Replace idler spring.
Inspect groomer drive assembly
and replace damaged drive compo-
nents.
Refer to groomer Installation In-
structions for groomer set--up infor-
mation.
Repair or replace blades if neces-
sary.
Replace grooming reel shaft.
Adjust depth if necessary. Check
and adjust cutting unit set up (level
bedknife to reel, level rear roller to
reel, set height--of--cut, etc.).
Groomer