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Alan Wilkie
April 15, 2025
cutter heads failing to keep turning, sometimes one or two, sometimes all three, sometimes none
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Mr. Anderson
April 15, 2025
Possible causes for the cutter heads failing to keep turning on a Jacobsen Greens King IV include:
1. Reel levers not properly engaged (they must be out of the backlap position). 2. Hydraulic system issues, such as insufficient pressure or fluid. 3. Worn or damaged reel or bedknife components. 4. Improper adjustment between the reel and bedknife. 5. Electrical or control system faults preventing operation.
Proper maintenance and following the operator's manual are necessary to ensure correct function.
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4187122-Rev E 1 - I N C L U D E S I T E M S 3 - 1 6 Parts & Maintenance Manual Greens King IV with ROPS ™ ® ™ 62302 – 16 HP Briggs & Stratton Vanguard Engine ®...
Jacobsen Dealer. Suggested Stocking Guide To keep your mower fully operational and productive, Jacobsen suggests you maintain a stock of the more commonly used maintenance items. We have included part numbers for additional support materials and training aids. To order any of the following material: 3.
19. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. the job. Only use accessories and attachments 20. Operate the machine up and down the face of slopes approved by Jacobsen. (vertically), not across the face (horizontally). Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden 21.
Adjustments and maintenance should always be performed by a qualified technician. If additional information or service is needed, contact your authorized Jacobsen Dealer who is kept informed of the latest methods to service this equipment and can provide prompt and efficient service.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION _________________________________________________ 62302......Greens King IV, 49 state, 16 hp Serial Number ....An identification plate, like the one gasoline engine, manual steering. shown, listing the serial number, is Without mowers. attached to the frame of the 62303......
(457) ACCESSORIES AND SUPPORT LITERATURE __________________________________ Contact your area Jacobsen Dealer for a complete listing of accessories and attachments. CAUTION Use of other than Jacobsen authorized parts and accessories may cause personal injury or damage to the equipment. Accessories Reels Orange Touch-up Paint (12 oz.
ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTMENTS GENERAL________________________________________________________________ adjustment cannot be made, contact an authorized Jacobsen Dealer. WARNING 2. Replace, adjust, worn damaged To prevent injury, lower implements to the ground, components. disengage all drives, engage parking brake, stop 3. Long hair, jewelry, or loose fitting clothing may get engine and remove key from ignition switch before tangled in moving parts.
ADJUSTMENTS BEDKNIFE ADJUSTMENT ___________________________________________________ 1. Read Section 3.2 before making the adjustment. c. When the reel is properly adjusted to the bedknife, the reel will spin freely and you should 2. Start adjustment at the leading end of the reel, be able to cut a piece of newspaper, along the followed by the trailing end.
ADJUSTMENTS REEL BEARING ___________________________________________________________ Excessive end play or any radial play indicates bad bearings, a weak tension spring, or a backed off nut. 1. Check bearing housing mounting hardware. Tighten or replace components as required. Carefully clean 1-27/32 in. threads with degreaser. (46 mm) 2.
ADJUSTMENTS LEVELING PROCEDURE ____________________________________________________ 1. Lower the implements until they are about 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) above the ground. If they are not level with the ground, adjust torsion spring (Z). Clamp WARNING The torsion spring is under extreme tension and will tend to uncoil very rapidly if the clamp is loosened.
ADJUSTMENTS 3.11 PARKING BRAKE _________________________________________________________ Disengage brake lever and measure the distance between nut (AB) and bottom of pivot. Adjust nut so the distance is 3/16 in. (5 mm). 3/16 in. (5 mm) GKV-13 Figure 3L 3.12 INTERLOCK SWITCHES ____________________________________________________ 1.
ADJUSTMENTS 3.14 TRACTION LEVER _________________________________________________________ 1. Remove front cowling and adjust lever to align with the four positions on the instrument panel. 2. Adjust ball joints (AC) on rod (AD) and/or adjust position and number of washers (AE) for proper alignment.
ADJUSTMENTS 3.17 CHOKE CONTROL_________________________________________________________ 1. Push choke control knob to the Off Position. 3. Adjust control wire (at the carburetor) then clamp wire housing in place while keeping choke butterfly 2. Set choke lever at carburetor to Off (butterfly open) open and the control knob in the Off position.
All torque values included in these charts are approximate and are for reference only. Use of these torque values is at your sole risk. Jacobsen is not responsible for any loss, claim, or damage arising from the use of these charts.
Note: The mower is designed to operate and cut most efficiently at the preset governor setting. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. During the break-in period, Jacobsen recommends the following: Drive modestly for the first 25 hours at reduced engine speed.
MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL ______________________________________________________________ Check the engine oil at the start of each day, before starting the engine. If the oil level is low, remove oil filler cap and add Gas Engine Dipstick oil as necessary. Perform initial oil change after the first 8 hours of operation. Change oil every 50 hours thereafter.
MAINTENANCE FUEL ____________________________________________________________________ Handle fuel with care - it is highly flammable. Use an • Fill the fuel tank to within 1 in. (25 mm) of the bottom of approved container. The spout must fit inside the fuel filler the filler neck. neck.
MAINTENANCE BATTERY ________________________________________________________________ Make absolutely certain the ignition switch is OFF and the Always disconnect battery cables from battery before performing any welding operation on the mower. key has been removed before servicing the battery. When installing the battery, always assemble the Positive (RED) (+) battery cable first and the Negative CAUTION (BLACK) (-) battery cable last.
Refer to Section 6.3 for specific maintenance intervals. Remove drain plug from bottom of main tank and loosen or remove breather cap. Check and clean the The hydraulic reservoir is filled with Jacobsen GreensCare breather cap, replace as necessary. 46 Biodegradable fluid.
If the Interlock System does not function properly and the problem cannot be corrected, contact an authorized CAUTION Jacobsen Dealer. Always turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and Keep the wire harness and all individual wires away remove the Negative (BLACK) battery cable before from moving parts to prevent damage.
Clean all plastic or rubber trim with a mild soap solution or use commercially available vinyl/rubber cleaners. Repair damaged metal surfaces and use Jacobsen touch-up paint. Wax the equipment for maximum paint protection.
MAINTENANCE 4.19 BACKLAPPING____________________________________________________________ 4. Turn backlap key to backlap position and start the engine. Adjust throttle to minimum RPM. DANGER a. Engage lever for reel to be backlapped. Keep the To prevent injury, keep hands, feet, and clothing away other levers in the Off position. from rotating reels.
Clean exterior of engine. Paint exposed metal or apply a light coat of rust preventative oil. Never operate the engine without proper ventilation; exhaust fumes can be fatal when inhaled. For engine protection Jacobsen recommends the use ® . Mix additive of a fuel additive such as STABIL following instructions on container.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL ________________________________________________________________ The troubleshooting chart below lists basic problems that may occur during start-up and operation. For more detailed information regarding the hydraulic and electrical systems contact your authorized Jacobsen Dealer. Symptoms Possible Causes Action Engine will not start.
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION CHARTS MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION CHARTS GENERAL________________________________________________________________ 2. Lubricate with grease that meets or exceeds NLGI Grade 2 LB specifications. Apply grease with a WARNING manual grease gun and fill slowly until grease begins to seep out. Do not use compressed air guns. Before you clean, adjust, or repair this mower, disengage all drives, lower implements to the ground, 3.
Screw, 1/4-20 x 2” Hex Head TO ORDER PARTS _________________________________________________________ 4. Write your full name and complete address on the 8. Send or bring the order to an authorized Jacobsen order. Dealer. 5. Explain where and how to make shipment.
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 1.1 Decals 3002308 ® A Textron Company CHARLOTTE, NC MADE IN U.S.A. 4205183 4181864 Manufactured under one or more of the following U.S. Patents: XXXXXXX XXXXXXX XXXXXXX 10 / 11 2 or 12 K i n...
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(55-83 kPa) Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 4194323 Decal, Patent 4124704 Decal, Greens King IV Plus Greens King IV Plus Units Only 3002308 Decal, Gasoline 4205183 Decal, Towing Warning 4181864 Decal, Battery Danger/Caution 2811912 Decal, Hydraulic Fluid 4181863...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 2.1 Control Panel Decals Instrument P anel Decal s Th r ottle P anel Decal s 4181865 REV B...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 2810349 Decal, Left Side 4141266 Decal, Oil 2810350 Decal, Right Side 3002053 Decal, Backlap Lockout Switch 3002057 Decal, Ignition Switch 3002051 Decal, Throttle 4181865 Decal, Warning > Change from previous revision...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 3.1 Fenders And Front Cowling...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 2811607 Shim, Fender Mounting 2810705 Fender, Left Side 2810706 Fender, Right Side 400188 Screw, 5/16-18 x 1 in. Hex Head > 452006 10 Flat Washer, 5/16 3006509 Plug, Panel 445781...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 6.1 Throttle Plate...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 443112 Nut, 3/8-24 Hex 1000514 Choke Control Cable 446142 Lockwasher, 3/8 Heavy 403912 Screw, #10-24 x 5/8 in. Truss Head 446118 Lockwasher, #10 Heavy 444310 Nut, #10-24 Hex > 4250893 Throttle Cable >...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 9.1 Pedal Linkage...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 367579 Collar, Locking 338276 Rod, Parking Brake 400188 Screw, 5/16-18 x 1 in. Hex Head 2500081 Treadle Arm Assembly 310288 • Bearing 361114 Roller, Treadle Arm 461485 Clevis Pin, 3/8 x 1-1/8 in.
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 10.1 Wheel Motors And Brakes 6 16...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 122675 Wheel Motor See 33.1 463027 • Key 590101 • Nut 400416 Screw, 1/2-13 x 2-1/2 in. Hex Head 446154 Lockwasher, 1/2 Heavy 443118 Nut, 1/2-13 Hex 446136 Lockwasher, 5/16 Heavy...
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Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/4 in. Whizlock 4214600 Bracket, Throttle and Choke Includes Decal 354050 Gusset Greens King IV 365317 Gusset Greens King IV Plus 363895 Strap, Oil Tank 400216 Screw, 5/16-18 x 2-3/4 Hex Head 446136 Lockwasher, 5/16 Heavy 443106 Nut, 5/16-18 Hex...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 4203340 ROPS Assembly • ROPS Base • Right Side ROPS Tube • Left Side ROPS Tube • Connector Tube • Spacer 446140 Lockwasher, 3/8 452008 Flat Washer, 3/8 434039 Screw, 1/2-13 x 2-3/4” Hex Socket 446151 Lockwasher, 1/2”...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 13.1 Rear Frame 21 / 22...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes Load Control Valve 400198 Screw, 5/16-18 x 2-1/4 in. Hex Head 354081 Clamp 366811 Clamp 453009 Flat Washer, 5/16 446136 Lockwasher, 5/16 Heavy 443106 Nut, 5/16-18 Hex 2500032 Wire, Interlock Solenoid Ground...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 14.1 Electrical Routing Clamp and Mounting Hardware Indentified on Rear Frame Illustration Clamp and Mounting Hardware Indentified on Instrument Panel Illustration Clamp and Mounting Hardware Indentified on Hydraulic Clamping Illustration Clamp and Mounting Hardware Indentified on...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 15.1 Seat 12 13 Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 4139430 Seat 523357 • Seat Adjuster 523356 • Seat Adjuster with Handle 4139450 • Switch, Seat 5003769 Harness, Seat 3003928 Literature Pouch 3001328...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. 62302 - All 16.1 Fuel Tank Serial No. 62303 - All...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 3001305 Fuel Tank 2500174 Cap, Fuel Tank 390344 Pan, Tank Support 400184 Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/4 in. Hex Head 446136 Lockwasher, 5/16 Heavy 443106 Nut, 5/16-18 Hex 557773 L-Clamp Includes Decal...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. 62305 - 1651 ~ 1685 16.2 Fuel Tank Serial No. 62306 - 1651 ~ 2012...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 4221124 Fuel Tank 4191780 Cap, Fuel Tank 390344 Pan, Tank Support 400184 Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/4 in. Hex Head 446136 Lockwasher, 5/16 Heavy 443106 Nut, 5/16-18 Hex 557773 L-Clamp Includes Decal...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. 62305 - 1686 and Up 16.3 Fuel Tank Serial No. 62306 - 2013 and Up...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 4262111 Fuel Tank 4191780 Cap, Fuel Tank 390344 Pan, Tank Support 400184 Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/4 in. Hex Head 446136 Lockwasher, 5/16 Heavy 443106 Nut, 5/16-18 Hex 557773 L-Clamp Includes Decal...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 17.1 Steering Axle Greens King IV Greens King IV Plus...
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Tire, 18 x 9.5 x 8 4 Ply Smooth > 4236021 Wheel 360111 Valve, Tire Inflation (Not Shown) 365508 Washer, 3/64 in. Thick Greens King IV Plus 163750 Crank, Steering Axle Greens King IV Plus > Change from previous revision...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. 62302 - All 18.1 Manual Steering Serial No. 62305 - All 10 9 10 11 20 9 Steering Cable Routing...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 354022 Steering Shaft 353349 Bearing, Self Aligning 400182 Screw, 5/16-18 x 5/8 in. Hex Head 446136 Lockwasher, 5/16 Heavy 353934 Collar, Steering Shaft 412015 Screw, 5/16-18 x 5/8 in. Square Head 122512 “D”...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. 62303 - 1651 ~ 1687 19.1 Steering Valve and Cylinder Serial No. 62306 - 1651 ~ 1698...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 351107 Adapter, 90° 365207 Spacer 4136214 Hydroguide Steering Valve See 32.1 5000431 • Nut, 5/8-16 Hex Jam 3003367 Mount, Steering Unit 446136 Lockwasher, 5/16 Heavy 443108 Nut, 5/16-24 Hex 400294 Screw, 3/8-24 x 3/4 in.
GREENS KING IV Serial No. 62302 - All 20.1 Gas Engine And Pump Serial No. 62303 - All GK IV Plus GK IV 41 18...
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446118 Lockwasher, #10 4180906 Pump, 4 Section Greens King IV 4186660 • Seal Kit 4180905 Pump, 5 Section Greens King IV Plus 4186661 • Seal Kit 332588 Key, 3/16 sq x 1-1/8 in. 3009053 Pump Adapter 4190301 Engine Mount 367558...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. 62305 - 1651 and Up 20.2 Gas Engine And Pump Serial No. 62306 - 1651 ~ 1976 GK IV Plus GK IV 41 18...
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446118 Lockwasher, #10 4180906 Pump, 4 Section Greens King IV 4186660 • Seal Kit 4180905 Pump, 5 Section Greens King IV Plus 4186661 • Seal Kit 332588 Key, 3/16 sq x 1-1/8 in. 3009053 Pump Adapter 4221982 Engine Mount 367558...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 21.1 Front Lift Arms 41 / 42 26 / 27...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 471227 Grease Fitting, 45° 357999 Bushing, Front Lift Cam Included in Frame Assembly 160034 Cam, Right Side Lift 131498 Lever, Right Side Lift 463017 Key, 3/16 x 3/4 in. Woodruff 412017 Set Screw, 5/16-18 x 3/4 in.
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 22.1 Center Lift Arm...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 241816 Lift Bracket 4138500 Lift Cylinder 4137139 • Seal Repair Kit 354039 Pin, Cylinder Mounting 367437 Cotter Pin, 9/64 x 1-1/4 in. 443832 Nut, 3/4-16 Hex Jam 503647 Center Mower Lift Arm 365001 •...
GREENS KING IV PLUS Serial No. - All 23.1 Tank Hydraulics...
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GREENS KING IV PLUS Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 123077 Tank, Hydraulic 3001393 Hose, Tank to Pump Inside 3001393 Hose, Tank to Pump Outside Used on 62302 and 62305 3003105 Hose, Tank to Pump Outside Used on 62303 and 62306...
GREENS KING IV PLUS Serial No. - All 24.1 Pump to Valve Hydraulics...
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GREENS KING IV PLUS Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes Pump, 5 Section Gear See 20.1, 20.2 or 20.3 350947 Fitting, -10 37° x -10 ORB Straight 339899 • O-Ring, -10 ORB 351399 Fitting, -6 37° Flare x -6 ORB 45°...
GREENS KING IV PLUS Serial No. - All 25.1 Traction Hydraulics 13 14 14 13...
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GREENS KING IV PLUS Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 116536 5 Spool Valve See 31.1 350947 Fitting, -10 37° x -10 ORB Straight 339899 • O-Ring, -10 ORB 116543 Tube, Valve to Upper Motor Tube Forward Pressure 2500086...
GREENS KING IV PLUS Serial No. - All 26.1 Front Reel Hydraulics...
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GREENS KING IV PLUS Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 116536 5 Spool Valve See 31.1 342199 Fitting, -6 37° x -8 ORB Straight 339898 • O-RIng, -8 ORB 2500084 Tube, Left Reel Pressure 2500085 Tube, Right Reel Pressure...
GREENS KING IV PLUS Serial No. - All 28.1 Hydraulic Clamps...
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GREENS KING IV PLUS Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 361137 Clamp, Seven Tube 357854 Liner, Tube Clamp 361105 Bracket, Tube Support 400122 Screw, 1/4-20 x 2-1/4” Hex Head 452004 Flat Washer, 1/4 444708 Locknut, 1/4-20 Hex Center 400108 Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4”...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 29.1 Reel Cutting Assembly 4181863 4182520 Bedkni f e Se r vice 7 Blade 5003150 Bedkni f e , L o w Profile F air w a y 7 Blade 503460 Bedkni f e , F air w a y 9 &...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 5002577 Frame, Reel 4181863 Decal, Warning 4182520 Decal, Danger 5003054 7 Blade Reel, Right Hand (Shown) 5003053 7 Blade Reel, Left Hand (Opposite) 5001100 9 Blade Reel, Right Hand (Shown)
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 30.1 Reel Roller, Shields and Catcher 21/22 LF34-28...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 364901 Gasket, Motor 1002224 Zerk Bolt 446142 Lockwasher, 3/8 Heavy 400264 Screw, 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 in. Hex Head 453011 Flat Washer, 3/8 345510 Spacer 557775 Cover, Shaft 446130 Lockwasher, 1/4 Heavy 400104 Screw, 1/4-20 x 1/2 in.
GREENS KING IV Serial No. 62303 - 1651 ~ 1687 32.1 Steering Unit Serial No. 62306 - 1651 ~ 1698 Part Number 4136214...
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GREENS KING IV Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 443108 Nut, 5/16-24 Center Lock — Port Cover Seal Ring Seal Ring O-Ring — Relief Valve Assembly Includes Item 42 557734 Dampening Cap 5000426 Port Manifold Spring 503387 Hex Drive Assembly A&D...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. All 33.1 Hydraulic Motor Part Number 122675 Matched Set Matched Set Item Part No. Qty. Description Serial Numbers/Notes 554513 Special Bolt End Cover ★ Bonded Ring Included in Seal Kit ★ Seal Ring Included in Seal Kit...
GREENS KING IV Serial No. 62302 - All 35.1 Hydraulic Schematic Serial No. 62305 - All Greens King IV .37 .37 .37 4 Section Pump Control Valve 1500 psi 1500 psi 1500 psi Traction 1100 psi Center Reel Right Reel...
GREENS KING IV PLUS Serial No. 62303 - All 36.1 Hydraulic Schematic Serial No. 62306 - All Greens King IV Plus Steering Valve Steering Cylinder .37 .37 .37 .37 5 Section Pump 921 psi Control Valve 1500 psi 1500 psi...
* Refer to the Operator’s manual or the Parts & Maintenance Manual for the correct hydraulic oil requirements for your machine. Jacobsen offers a High Usage Parts Catalog illustrating commonly used Parts through easy to read line Drawings. See your local Jacobsen Dealer for a copy.
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cutter heads failing to keep turning, sometimes one or two, sometimes all three, sometimes none
Possible causes for the cutter heads failing to keep turning on a Jacobsen Greens King IV include:
1. Reel levers not properly engaged (they must be out of the backlap position).
2. Hydraulic system issues, such as insufficient pressure or fluid.
3. Worn or damaged reel or bedknife components.
4. Improper adjustment between the reel and bedknife.
5. Electrical or control system faults preventing operation.
Proper maintenance and following the operator's manual are necessary to ensure correct function.
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