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TURF MULTI CUTTER
MODEL TMC2
OPERATORS MANUAL
GROUNDSMAN INDUSTRIES LTD
30 BALLYBRAKES ROAD
BALLYMONEY
CO. ANTRIM
BT53 6LG
OM2008 20/11/08
TMC2 Operators Manual
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- Page 1 OM2008 20/11/08 TMC2 Operators Manual TURF MULTI CUTTER See our Online Catalogue at www.groundsmanindustries.com MODEL TMC2 Internet OPERATORS MANUAL www.groundsmanindustries.com info@groundsmanindustries.com Telephone UK : 028 2766 7049 Int : +44(0) 28 2766 7049 UK : 028 2766 6855 Int : +44(0) 28 2766 6855 Address...
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Page 2: Serial Number
SERIAL NUMBER DELIVERY DATE It is essential to quote the machine model and serial number when making service enquiries or ordering spare parts to avoid any delay. The serial number of your Groundsman Pedestrian Operated Turf Multi Cutter is located on the front right side body panel if viewed from the rear of the machine. This machine was supplied by: Dealer address: If you require any further advice or assistance you can contact Groundsman Industries di rectly on: TEL: 028 2766 7049 FAX: 028 2766 6855 Email: bwarke@groundsmanindustries.co.uk Page 1 ... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
INDEX CONTENTS PAGE SERIAL NUMBER 1 INDEX 2 SAFETY FIRST 3 WARRANTY 4 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 5 OPERATOR LEVERS AND CONTROLS 6 & 7 BASIC SETUP & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8 , 9 & 10 RUNNING MAINTENANCE 11,12 & 13 AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES 14 NOTES Page 2 ... -
Page 4: Safety First
2. Beware of bystanders. Operators should be aware that it is possible that debris can exit from the sides of the machine, so this area is best kept clear. 3. Always operate safely. Never remove any guards or work at the any part of the mechanism while the engine is running. When tilt ing the machine up to rest on the chassis nose to gain access to the cutter blade, always select a stable and level surface. Be aware that in this forward tilted position, petrol can leak through the filler cap if the tank is full. Take care not to allow petrol spillage or cause to ignite. 4. Never operate the machine with any parts missing. Check the machine periodically for loose or damaged parts. Always use genuine Groundsman Industries replacement parts. Failures caused by the use of spurious replacement parts will not be covered by the fac tory warranty, nor will any liability be accepted for damages or injury thus incurred. 5. Modifications. No liability will be accepted in respect of machines modified without specific written permission from Groundsman Industries. 6. Observe the manual. No liability will be accepted where injury or damage is caused by using the machine in a manner other than detailed in this manual. Always disengage blade drive before transporting the machine Do not start this machine or carry out any maintenance until you have read and understand the ... -
Page 5: Warranty
G. This warranty should only be construed as strictly limited in its application and is valid only in the country of purchase. If the goods shall change hands during the period of this warranty, this warranty will cease to have effect. H. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage by fire or accident of any kind to any goods re turned under the terms of this warranty. The manufacturer does not accept responsibility for any acci dent occurring to such goods whilst on the premises. I. This warranty shall cease to have effect if the purchaser removes, defaces or alters the manufacturer’s number plate (serial number) or any other numbers or marks affixed to any Groundsman Industries Ltd product. J. In respect to machines sold which have been used since the date of manufacture for commercial, con tract, hire, rental or demonstrator purposes, the warranty on this product is limited in duration to 12 months from the date of purchase. Page 4 ... -
Page 6: Technical Information
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Model TMC2 BLADES Three Bolt TriPad Mounting Sod Cutting Width 30cm (12”) 35cm (14”) 40cm (16”) 45cm (18”) OVERALL DIMENSIONS Height 81cm (32”) Safety Bars Fitted and Width 56cm (22”) At Handles Operator Handles Folded Out of Work 53cm (21”) At Safety Guard Length 110cm (43”) 160cm (63”) WEIGHT (Blade Fitted) 123Kg (270lbs) Engine: 6.5 HP Honda GX200 Drive System: Enclosed Centrifugal Clutch & Belt Drive Blade Mechanism: Central Connecting Rod and Eccentric Drive Shaft. Sealed Bearings throughout. Ground Drive : Oil Filled Worm Gearbox WHEELS Stud Mounting 13 x 5.00 x 6 Pneumatic Block Pattern Tyres Front: 20cm (8”) Jockey Wheels Rear: All calculations are based on standard operating engine speed of 3600RPM ... -
Page 7: Operator Levers And Controls
OPERATOR LEVERS AND CONTROLS B A OPERATORS HANDLES FOLDED ‘A’ OPERATORS HANDLES ‘B’ OPERATORS HANDLES CLAMP BAR A MACHINE SET INWORK POSITION ‘A’ INWORK AND TRANSPORT LEVER ‘B’ CUTTING DEPTHSET LEVER B A MACHINE SET IN TRANSPORT POSITION ‘A’ INWORK AND TRANSPORT LEVER ‘B’ CUTTING DEPTHSET LEVER B B GROUND DRIVE LEVER IN NEUTRAL C ‘C’ GROUND DRIVE ENGAGEMENT LEVER OPERATORS HANDLE UNFOLDED ‘A’ THROTTLE LEVER Page 6 ... - Page 8 OPERATOR LEVERS AND CONTROLS B C HONDA PETROL ENGINE ‘A’ ON OFF SWITCH A ‘B’ CHOKE LEVER ‘C’ FUEL ON OFF LEVER ‘D’ PULL STARTER HANDLE A B BLADE CLUTCH PULLY GUARD ‘A’ FLAP COVER HANDLE KNOB ‘B’ BLADE CLUTCH TOGGLE Page 7 ...
- Page 9 BASIC SETTING UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATORS HANDLES The operators handles ’A’ can be folded for stor age or carriage. To unfold slacken handle clamp lever ’B’ and pivot the handles up and back. Set A the operators handles at a height which is com fortable to operate the machine. Retighten the clamp lever firmly. B NOTE Tilt ...
- Page 10 THE ENGINE The TMC2 Turf Cutter is fitted standard with a Honda GX200 6.5 HP Engine. Unleaded or low leaded fuel is preferred to minimize combustion chamber deposits. Before starting for the first time ...
- Page 11 BASIC SETTING UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING THE MACHINE IN WORK Follow the instructions to set the cutter depth and en gage the blade cutter drive. Ensure that the ground wheel drive is also engaged. Start the engine and grasp ing the throttle lever pull upward to engage the main drive. Apply a gentle downward pressure to the opera tors handles to enter the cutter blade in the ground then ...
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Page 12: Running Maintenance
Please refer to the Honda owners manual for in structions regarding maintenance. Engine Oil The Groundsman Model TMC2 is fitted with a GX200 Honda 6.5 HP petrol engine. When filling or checking the oil level, the engine should be level. Lower the ma ... - Page 13 RUNNING MAINTENANCE A BLADE DRIVE BELT Removing the cover: Check the blade drive belt ‘A’ every 300 working hours. Undo the three retaining bolts to remove the blade drive belt cover. If worn, split or cracked the belt must be re placed. Replacing and tensioning the belt: Slacken the nut behind the belt tensioning roller ‘B’ and slide the tensioning roller down the slot to loosen the belt ...
- Page 14 RUNNING MAINTENANCE CUTTER BLADE Check for wear and tighten the mounting bolts: It is important not to allow the cutter blade to become loose The three blade mounting bolts ’A’ should be checked and tightened five working hours after initial fitting and every 30 working hours there after. On a level surface, tilt the machine forward to rest on the front chassis nose and use the tee wrench supplied to tighten the bolts.. If the cutting edge on the cutter blade cross knife or side knives is rounded and dull, the blade should be removed for A ...
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Page 15: Available Accessories
The weights are fitted directly to the wheels therefore no extra weight is felt by the operator however, when manually lifting the machine the wheel weights should be removed. Fitting the wheel weights: Remove the wheel hub retainer bolts and fit the wheel weights stub axles. Using the handles provided on the wheel weights, align the centre hole with the stub axle and slide on the wheel weight until it rests against the tyre. Secure the weight by inserting the lynchpin through the hole provided in the stub axle. A range of blades are available for the TMC2 Turf Cutter Part Number 12” (30cm) Sod Blade TMCSB12 14” (35cm) Sod Blade TMCSB14 16” (40cm) Sod Blade TMCSB16 18” (45cm) Sod Blade TMCSB18 3” (75mm) Mole Drain Blade TMCMD3 PECIALIST LADES ... -
Page 16: Notes
30 Ballybrakes Road Ballymoney Co. Antrim Northern Ireland United Kingdom BT53 6LG Uk & Ireland Distributor’s Ireland & Scotland Groundsman Industries Phone +44(0) 28 2766 7049 www.groundsmanindustries.com England & Wales Synergy Products Ltd Phone +44(0) 1380 828 337 www.synergyproducts.co.uk Other Country's Germany, Austria &...
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