Related Manuals for Locke MP-148, MP-160, MP-172
Summary of Contents for Locke MP-148, MP-160, MP-172
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Page 1: Operators Manual
Mulch Pro Series MP-148, MP-160, and MP-172 Operators Manual Locke Turf Inc. 307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabama 36467, (334) 493-1300... - Page 2 If your manual should become lost or destroyed, Locke Turf will be glad to provide you with a new copy. Order from Locke Turf, 307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabama 36467.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
It is the Retail Customer’s responsibility to deliver the product to the authorized Locke Turf Dealer, from whom he purchased it, for service or replacement of defective parts that are covered by warranty. -
Page 4: Introduction
More than merely devices created for mowing grass, the excellence of de- sign, construction and operation of Locke power mowers is unparalleled. Introduced in 1928, tested and proven, Locke power mowers may be con- sidered, in terms of today’s technology, the ultimate response to the need for the highest degree of quality lawn care. -
Page 5: Dealer Preparation Check List
DEALER PREPARATION CHECK LIST Single Deck Mulching Mower BEFORE DELIVERING MACHINE- The following check list should be 1. Assembly completed. 2. Gearboxes filled with oil. 3. All fittings lubricated. 4. All shields in place and in good condition. 5. All fasteners torqued to specifications given in Torque Chart. 6. -
Page 6: Safety Alert Symbols
Safety Alert Symbol Signal Words Safety Signs The signal words DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION are used on the equipment safety signs. These words are intended to alert the viewer to the existence and the degree of hazard seriousness. DANGER WARNING CAUTION This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!”... - Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This symbol is used to call attention to safety precautions that should be followed by the operator to avoid accidents. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and heed its advice. Failure to comply with safety precautions could result in death or serious bodily injury.
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Page 8: Federal Laws And Regulations
IMPORTANT FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS* CONCERNING EMPLOYERS, EMPLOYEES AND OPERATIONS. *(This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of the following federal laws and regula- tions. It is not intended as a legal interpretation of the laws and should not be considered as such.) U.S. -
Page 9: Introduction & Description
INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION 1-1 INTRODUCTION We are pleased to have you as a Locke Turf customer. Your MP-100 has been carefully designed to give maximum service with minimum down time. This manual is provided to give you the necessary operating and maintenance instructions for keeping your mower in top operating condition. -
Page 10: Preparation For Use
7” ground clearance, it should be replaced with a straight draw bar or the unit cannot be properly leveled. IMPORTANT PTO ADAPTERS SHOULD NOT BE USED WITH ANY LOCKE TURF EQUIPMENT. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL CAUSE DRIVELINE FAILURE AND POSSIBLE TRACTOR DAMAGE. -
Page 11: Operating Instructions
F. Route control chain to convenient location and fasten to tractor. Be sure excess slack is re- moved from the chain to avoid entanglement with tractor tires or other moving parts. Make sure latch locking pins are in the stored positions so that latches can be released by pulling the chain. - Page 12 TIPS ON MOWING WITH A FINISHING MOWER The Locke Turf Mulch Pro is a turf maintenance mower that uses sharp blades to maintain a healthy and beautiful appearance of your turf. To obtain the maximum effectiveness from your Finish Pro the tips listed below should be followed: Mow often –...
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Page 13: Operation
76 ft./lbs, top mulching blade bolts to 45 ft./lbs. Inspect blades for wear. Replace if necessary per paragraph 4-5. Use only genuine Locke Turf re- placement parts. If it is necessary to sharpen the blades, remove the blades from the spindles before sharpening. -
Page 14: Spindle Belt Adjustment
1/2" hex nuts on the spring adjustment rod until the correct spring length is reached. 4-4 SPINDLE BELT REPLACEMENT Use only genuine Locke Turf replacements parts. It is not necessary to replace both belts if only one is worn. -
Page 15: Blade Spindle Service
4-6 BLADE SPINDLE SERVICE If shaft bearings or other parts require replacement, it is recommended that a Locke Turf dealer or other quali- fied person service the blade spindle. If blade spindles must be disassembled, a special wrench kit must be used to prevent damage to the assembly. -
Page 16: Safety Decals
To promote safe operation, Locke Turf supplies safety decals on all products manufactured. Dam- age can occur to safety decals either through shipment, use or reconditioning, so Locke Turf will, upon request, provide safety decals for any of our products in the field at no charge. Contact your authorized Locke Turf dealer for more information. -
Page 17: Decals Continued
DECALS CONTINUED WARNING IMPLEMENT CAN FALL FROM HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILURE. TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, BLOCK UP OR SECURELY SUPPORT IMPLEMENT BEFORE WORKING UNDERNEATH. PURGE ALL AIR FROM HYDRAULIC SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO RAISE OR LOWER THIS IMPLEMENT. DO NOT USE HAND OR SKIN TO CHECK FOR HYDRAULIC LEAKS. -
Page 18: Torque Specifications
*Use 75% of the specified torque value for plated fasteners. Use 85% of the specified torque values for lubricated fasteners. Proper torque for American fasteners used on Locke Turf equipment. Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds (Newton Meters). * WRENCH BOLT DIAMETER SIZE (IN.) “A”... - Page 19 6. Using a blunt punch: unstake sheave from upper end of outer shaft and unstake blade carrier from lower end of outer shaft. (Use care so as not to damage the threads.) (Figure 4) Figure 4 LOCKE TURF Figure 2 Shaft Washer Belleville Washer 1/2 x 1-3/4”...
- Page 20 Using two 3/8” x 3/4" UNC threads Grade 8 capscrews, bolt the carrier wrench to the blade carrier. (Wrench Kit 50026073) (Figure 5) Put the spindle in the upright position and place the blade carrier wrench in a vise and secure it. (Figure 5) THE CARRIER WRENCH AND SHEAVE WRENCH REFERRED TO IN THESE IN-...
- Page 21 BLADE SPINDLE ASSEMBLY 1. Press the outer bearing in the housing until the bearing bottoms out. (Figure 2. Press the lower outer bearing on the shaft until it bottom out. (Figure 9) 3. Place the outer shaft and lower bear- ing through the hub into the top outer bearing.
- Page 22 9. Remove the blade carrier wrench and restake the blade carrier into the notch of the outer shaft. (Figure 13) CAUTION USE SAFETY EYE PROTECTION WHEN USING HAMMER AND PUNCH TO PREVENT FLYING PARTICLES FROM INJURING EYES. 10. Restake the drive sheave into the notch of the outer shaft.
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- Page 24 Locke Turf Inc. 307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabama 36467, (334) 493-1300...