Progressive Turf Equipment TD 92, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...s List TD92 Rotary Finish Mowers Serial No 16941001 and up PROGRESSIVE TURF EQUIPMENT INC 137 WEST WILLIAM STREET SEAFORTH ONTARIO CANADA N0K 1WO TOLL FREE 800 668 8873 ISSUE DATE May 2020 P N 120586 www progressiveturfequip com ...

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Page 3: ...ECALS 14 DECAL LOCATIONS 14 DECAL LISTING 15 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 17 MOWER SETUP FOR OPERATION 19 HITCH ADJUSTMENT 19 INSTALLING DECK PTO SHAFTS 20 HITCHING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR 21 CONNECTING THE PTO DRIVELINE 21 CONNECTING THE HYDRAULICS 22 CONNECTING THE PULL ROPE 22 MOWER SAFETY LOCKS 22 CHECK PTO DRIVELINE DURING MANEUVERS 23 CHECK TIRE CONTACT DURING TURNS 23 DISCONNECTING THE MOWER 24 L...

Page 4: ...TD92 Operator s Manual 2 SUPPORTING MACHINE FOR SERVICE 41 TRANSPORT TIRES 42 LONG TERM STORAGE 42 TROUBLE SHOOTING 43 ...

Page 5: ...fic components e g PTO shafts etc refer to the respective documents included with the manual set for this machine The TD92 series is a production turf grass finishing mower with a 22 foot cutting width and is designed to be pulled by a 45 70 PTO horsepower tractor High blade tip speed gives this versatile mower the ability to mow both slightly contoured and flat terrain that requires a high qualit...

Page 6: ...__________ Date purchased ___________________________ NOTE The last digit in each TD92 serial number is a letter This letter denotes the deck configuration of the mower Blank Painted Decks G Galvanized Decks REPLACEMENT PARTS INFORMATION Use only Genuine Original Equipment Manufacturers O E M replacement parts The use of will fit parts may reduce machine performance void machine warranties and pre...

Page 7: ...ISUSE If any person employee agent dealer or distributor becomes aware of any Unauthorized Modification or Misuse of a TD92 mower either past or intended it is the responsibility of that person to ensure that Progressive Turf Equipment Inc s Engineering Manager is notified of the occurrence promptly That person shall provide the facts of the occurrence location machine serial number name and conta...

Page 8: ...Two bolts nuts per blade No internal threads Blade Speed 2215 rpm 18557 sfpm Tires 10 18x9 5 8 4 ply 5 Bolt w tapered roller bearing support Anti Scalp Impact Resistant Rollers front of each wing deck option on rear Power Transmission Input Shaft Cat 6 1 3 8 dia 6 Spline w auto locking collar Deck Drive Shafts Cat 3 1 3 8 dia 6 spline w quick connect yokes Gearboxes 4 Cast Iron Housing w Bevel gea...

Page 9: ... LIFT CYLINDERS DECK SAFETY LOCKS ANTI SCALP ROLLER FRONT WING DECKS FRONT REAR DECK GEAR BOX TRANSPORT SAFETY CHAIN 4 WAY GEAR BOX NOTES 1 Throughout this manual references are made to right and left directions These are determined by standing at the rear of the equipment and facing the direction of forward travel HYDRAULIC CONNECTIONS ...

Page 10: ...rer is used it is your responsibility to ensure that it is safe for you and others You should also ensure the machine will not be damaged or made unsafe by the operation maintenance or repair procedures you choose Modifications or adaptations to the machine are not allowed Various jurisdictions have specific requirements for work zone safety Know and adhere to your local requirements Treat the ins...

Page 11: ...t that may be required Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing damage Never operate a mower while under the influence of drugs or alcohol These make reflexes slow and put you and others in grave danger Always make sure you have full concentration while mowing Adhere strictly to all regulations at the worksite pertaining to the operation of this equipment Always disengage power takeoff P...

Page 12: ...it and immediately check for the cause Excess vibration is generally an indication of a problem Replace bent or damaged parts do not attempt to straighten a bent blade Ensure that no bystanders are within 10 ft of mower when wing transport locks are released Keep all bystanders well away from the machine when it is operating Always maintain a safe operating distance from personnel other equipment ...

Page 13: ...build up Never work on raised mower decks without safety locks in place Periodically check condition of safety devices guards and deflectors Replace only with manufacturer s recommended parts Inspect and replace damaged blades Use only original OEM parts Blades can fail from poor maintenance practices Handle mower blades carefully They are sharp and can cut unprotected skin Use caution and wear gl...

Page 14: ...nect arc welder ground as close as possible to work area Work with extra care when welding grinding or torch cutting near flammable objects WORKING ON PAINTED SURFACES Heated paint gives off poisonous gases Therefore paint must be removed from an area with a radius of at least 4 in 10 cm before carrying out welding grinding or gas cutting In addition to the health hazard the weld will be of inferi...

Page 15: ...When connecting mower to tractor ensure hydraulic hoses have sufficient slack for negotiating turns and uneven terrain Immediately replace any hydraulic hose that shows signs of swelling wear leaks or damage so it does not burst Do not use your hand to check for hydraulic oil leaks Use a piece of cardboard instead Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injur...

Page 16: ...WER MODEL 1 3 CAUTION REPLACE SHIELDS 8 12 SERIAL PLATE 1 4 COMPANY NAME 1 13 SAFETY SIGN INNER GUARD 2 5 DANGER BLADE HAZARD 7 14 SAFETY SIGN OUTER GUARD 2 6 WARNING OEM PARTS 1 15 DANGER INNER SHIELD 3 7 CAUTION DISENGAGE PTO 1 16 GREASE POINT 20 8 GREASING SCHEDULE 1 17 BLADE HARDWARE 1 9 PTO GREASING 1 18 CAUTION PTO ALIGNMENT 1 3 18 5 11 BOTH SIDES 5 10 2 1 6 9 12 13 14 15 4 SHAFTS 14 15 5 5 ...

Page 17: ...rator s Manual 15 DECAL LISTING ITEM 1 ITEM 2 209175 209171 ITEM 3 ITEM 4 ITEM 5 209113 521817 209173 ITEM 6 ITEM7 ITEM 8 209115 521820 526003 ITEM9 ITEM 10 ITEM 11 526001 521784 521816 PROGRESSIVE 92 TRI DECK ...

Page 18: ...TD92 Operator s Manual 16 ITEM 13 ITEM 14 ITEM 15 210238 210239 210237 ITEM 17 ITEM 18 GREASE POINT DECAL 209196 209189 521014 ...

Page 19: ...ulic hoses to a hydraulic power source Disengage transport lock and cycle the lift cylinders up and down fully 3 or 4 times to remove all entrapped air from the system Raise wings to the transport position 10 Remove red pins in from wing bushings and install deck swivels grease fitting on pinned joint should point to the outside of the machine when wings are lowered 11 The TD92 decks must be lifte...

Page 20: ...ut shaft yoke torque to 85 ft lb 6 Reinstall input shaft shield per input shaft service instructions 7 Fasten input shaft guard retaining chain to mower main frame TRANSPORT TIRES 1 Check air pressure in the tires and adjust according to specifications Transport Tires 32 PSI BLADE INSTALLATION Blades attaching hardware for the TD92 mower are shipped loose with the machine and must be installed bef...

Page 21: ...gth must be adjusted so it is 14 to 15 from the end of the PTO shaft to the center of the draw pin 2 The top of the drawbar must be adjusted so it is 6 to 9 from the center of the PTO shaft to the top of the drawbar 3 The main frame of the mower should be level when hitched to the tractor The TD92 features an adjustable height hitch There are 2 mounting positions to attach the mower hitch dependin...

Page 22: ... deck shaft yokes in the same orientation shown with yokes installed flat NOTE Some guards have been removed in illustration for better clarity Ensure all guards are reinstalled before operating mower Failure to install deck PTO shafts with proper phasing can lead to failure of PTO shaft yoke s and or the gear box when decks are raised into transport position All PTO shafts feature non rotating gu...

Page 23: ...formed CONNECTING THE PTO DRIVELINE 1 Ensure that the tractor engine is shut off the parking brake is engaged and the mower is securely hitched to the tractor 2 Apply a light coat of grease to the Tractor PTO splines 3 Lift mower input shaft from PTO support ensuring that PTO support swings down and rests on frame tube 4 Slide the input shaft locking collar backwards opening the locking mechanism ...

Page 24: ... THE PULL ROPE The TD92 mower is equipped with a nylon pull rope that is connected to the wing deck release mechanism used for locking the mower decks into transport position Connect it to the tractor in a position that is easily accessible to the operator and will release easily if the mower should ever become disconnected MOWER SAFETY LOCKS Safety locks are provided on for each deck to prevent e...

Page 25: ... extend of collapse the PTO shaft The operator should avoid making sharp turns on uneven terrain If the PTO over extends it will come apart and can cause injury to the operator or damage to the mower or tractor If the input PTO shaft collapses fully it will force the shaft back against the hanger bearing This will cause damage and premature failure of the bearing CHECK TIRE CONTACT DURING TURNS Th...

Page 26: ...ctor and hook on hose support rod 7 Disconnect hydraulic couplers from tractor stow in supplied locations in the sides of the tire guard 8 Disconnect the transport safety chain from the tractor 9 Disconnect input shaft guard chain from tractor Slide the mower input shaft locking collar backwards opening the locking mechanism Locking collar should remain in an open position 10 Remove input shaft fr...

Page 27: ...ght to avoid contact 6 Never permit any person other than the operator to ride or board the tractor at any time 7 Check that all lubrication points with grease fittings have been lubricated as per schedule 8 Check the gearbox for possible oil leaks 9 Be sure wing release pull rope and hydraulic hoses are properly secured and will not become entangled in PTO shaft RAISING AND LOWERING THE DECKS The...

Page 28: ...cutting results the mower should be set to remove not more than 1 3 of the total grass height This will result in the best cutting performance while minimizing stress to the grass Follow these steps to adjust the cutting height 1 Raise the mower decks into the transport raised position Ensure the deck safety locks are properly engaged 2 Turn the engine off on the tractor place all controls in neut...

Page 29: ...maintain turf on undulating terrain in a productive manner Drive safely cut safely Be sure to idle the tractor back before engaging the PTO and shut the tractor off before leaving the tractor NOTE Under normal cutting conditions it may be desirable to operate the tractor at less than 540 rpm PTO speed reducing fuel consumption and the noise level Select a suitable ground speed gear to maintain pro...

Page 30: ...clean and all loose debris has been removed from the mower before transporting Observe the maximum allowable transport speed dependent on towing vehicle weight Towing Vehicle Weight Maximum Allowable Road Speed 4300lb 1950kg or more up to 20 mph 32 km h 2150 4299lb 975 1949kg up to 10 mph 16 km h Use an appropriate sized vehicle to tow the TD92 mower Do not tow with vehicles that are less than 215...

Page 31: ... hard hats and ear protection when performing service or maintenance functions When completing a maintenance or service function make sure all safety shields are installed before placing mower in service Maintenance Intervals Service Initial Run 50h Daily As Req d 100h Monthly 600h Yearly Grease Intermediate Hanger Bearing X Deck Pivots X Deck Wheels X Transport Wheels X Wing Pivots X Wing PTO Sha...

Page 32: ...uty No MOLY molybdenum disulphide additives in the grease2 No synthetic grease3 No High Temperature Grease4 Notes on grease compatibility 1 If a thickener other than lithium is used including lithium complex the existing grease will be contaminated and the lubrication properties may be lost leading to component damage 2 Molybdenum Disulfide Moly is an additive used in slow moving extreme load appl...

Page 33: ...0h Monthly 7 Shaft 4 Shafts Failure to properly lubricate the telescoping shaft sections will lead to binding of the shaft and damage to the mower or tractor driveline INTERMEDIATE SHAFT 100h Monthly 2 Locations CROSS BEARINGS SLIP YOKE SPLINES GUARD BUSHINGS Inner outer guards must be rotated to align holes for accessing telescoping shaft grease fitting TELESCOPING SHAFT GUARD BUSHINGS CROSS BEAR...

Page 34: ...r and subsequent failure DECK WHEELS PIVOTS As Required The deck wheels have greaseable tapered roller bearings and all pivot points on the deck floatation have grease fittings They should be greased frequently as required TRANSPORT HUBS OTHER LOCATIONS As Required All pivot locations have grease fittings These include the wing hinge pivots the transport wheel hubs the rotating hitch and the hitch...

Page 35: ...l is attained Replace and tighten dipstick Changing Oil 600h Yearly The gearbox oil should be changed after the first 50 hours of operation and every 600 hours or yearly afterwards Oil change quantity 1 37 Qt 1 3 Litres 4 WAY GEAR BOX Checking Level 100h Monthly A screw in dipstick is provided on the top of the gear box Proper oil level is set when oil is between the marks on the dipstick If the l...

Page 36: ...e first 24 to 48 hours of operation is the belt run in period To ensure satisfactory belt performance belt tension should be checked during this time period V BELT ADJUSTMENT All deck drive belts utilize a threaded adjuster connected through the deck gear box mount Tension of both drive belts per deck is set with one adjustment In the event that belt adjustment must be made follow these steps 1 Lo...

Page 37: ... 5 fasteners are to be used in the assembly of this machine unless otherwise specified in this manual Bolt Grade Identification SAE Grade 2 SAE Grade 5 SAE Grade 8 No Dashes 3 Dashes 6 Dashes Bolt Diameter Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds Newton Meters 5 16 UNC 21 28 3 8 UNC 38 52 7 16 UNC 55 75 1 2 UNC 85 115 9 16 UNC 125 170 5 8 UNC 175 240 3 4 UNC 300 410 7 8 UNC 450 610 1 UNC 680 925 1 14 LH ...

Page 38: ...E DANGEROUS BLADE SELECTION We offer four blade styles for use with this mower Fixed high lift Combined with Progressive s high tip speed the fixed High Lift blade stands grass blades up for a clean cut even in damp conditions or at high mowing speeds Fixed low lift Developing less lift than the High Lift blade Progressive s Low Lift fixed blade is ideal for both new growth or sandy soils where ab...

Page 39: ...uring sharpening Always balance blades before use In abrasive soil conditions monitor condition of the blade wing If erosion of the steel is evident at the base of the wing replace blade Pro EZ CHANGE BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Blade Bar A 1 diameter pilot centers the blade bar on the spindle with two 1 2 grade 5 fasteners When changing blades be sure that pilot is properly seated in the blade...

Page 40: ...de bar may prevent the tip from pivoting properly at start up or during mowing Ensure all tips are free to rotate prior to operation BLADE SHARPENING Use gloves when handling mower blades Blades can be very sharp When sharpening blades be sure material removed is equal on both sides of the blade Unbalanced blades will cause excessive vibration leading to cracks in machine components Clean all mate...

Page 41: ...r repair SPINDLE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL 1 Relieve tension from belt and remove belt from the spindle pulley 2 Raise the mower decks into the service position and ensure the deck safety locks are secure 3 Remove blade from spindle 4 From under the deck loosen the four bolts that hold the spindle assembly to the deck 5 Remove the complete spindle assembly and pulley out through the hole in the deck SPINDL...

Page 42: ...g bearings from spindle housing causes permanent damage to the bearings New bearing must be used in re assembling the spindle 4 Inspect bearing 8 spacer for wear If any wear is present replace spacer with new IMPORTANT Failure to replace a worn or damaged spacer will lead to premature top bearing wear 5 Place housing 7 in press upside down Pressing on outer race install bottom bearing 9 into housi...

Page 43: ...are clean Dirt in the hydraulic system can block the orifice in the line throttle valve or cause premature wear failure of hydraulic components on the mower or tractor SUPPORTING MACHINE FOR SERVICE 2 Points are available to lift the mower off of the ground for servicing the transport tires wheels bearings at the main frame rail between the transport tire and deck corner pin support plate as shown...

Page 44: ... are followed 1 Thoroughly wash mower removing all grass clipping residue from deck undersides mower framework Ensure deck drain holes are free from debris 2 Add grease to all grease points 3 Check gearbox oil for proper level 4 Relieve tension on all V belts by removing belt from tensioner pulley 5 Inspect all drive belts pulleys 6 Inspect all blade spindle bearings for excessive play 7 Inspect a...

Page 45: ...ping build up Over heated bearings Belt slippage See Above Insufficient Cooling Ensure decks are free from clipping build up Premature spindle bearing failure Over heating See Above Improper rebuild procedure See specific instructions in manual Improper bearings Use only OEM bearings Water Ingress Avoid direct spray on bearing during washing Ensure drain holes on decks are not clogged Deck safety ...

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Page 47: ...Parts Manual TD92 Model TD92 Effective serial number 941001 and up August 2020 Si No Lee Ingles Pida Ayuda a Alguien Que Se Lo Lea Para Que le Traduzca Las Medidas de Seguridad ...

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Page 49: ..._________ Always state this information when contacting your selling dealer and when ordering spare parts Parts Information Use only Genuine Original Equipment Manufacturers O E M replacement parts The use of will fit parts may reduce machine performance void machine warranties and present a safety hazard Use Genuine OEM parts Progressive Turf Equipment Inc 137 West William Street Seaforth Ontario...

Page 50: ...s before performing maintenance Block and or support machine using equipment designed for the task When maintaining blades or spindles always ensure locks are seated correctly in place When performing hydraulic maintenance ensure that pressure has been released It is imperative that the operator or qualified service technician reads and understands all the safety information in the Operator s Manu...

Page 51: ... Name and Address of the person or organization ordering the parts who should be charged and if possible the serial number of the machine for which the parts are being ordered 3 The purchase order must clearly list the quantity of each part the complete and correct part number and the basic name of the part 4 The manufacturer reserves the right to substitute parts where applicable 5 Some parts may...

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Page 53: ...ASSEMBLY 6 2 FRAME ASSEMBLY 7 2 1 FRAME ASSEMBLY 7 2 2 WING LIFT ASSEMBLY 8 2 3 TIRE ASSEMBLIES 9 2 4 SPARE TIRE CARRIER OPTIONAL 10 3 HYDRAULICS 11 3 1 HYDRAULICS 11 3 2 HYDRAULIC STABILIZER VALVES OPTIONAL 12 4 DRIVELINE 13 4 1 DRIVELINE 13 4 2 INPUT PTO SHAFT 14 4 3 INTERMEDIATE PTO SHAFT 15 4 4 DECK PTO SHAFT 16 4 5 DECK GEARBOX 17 4 6 4 WAY GEARBOX 18 5 DECALS 19 5 1 SAFETY 19 5 2 NOTES 21 ...

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Page 63: ...TD92G Parts Manual 11 3 HYDRAULICS 3 1 Hydraulics ...

Page 64: ...TD92G Parts Manual 12 3 2 Hydraulic Stabilizer Valves Optional ...

Page 65: ...TD92G Parts Manual 13 4 DRIVELINE 4 1 Driveline 9 2016 ...

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Page 71: ...ecal kits are also available TD 92 DECAL KIT 522002 521819 DECAL CAUTION 209175 DECAL GENERAL SAFETY 209113 DECAL REPLACE SHIELDS 521784 DECAL NOTICE 209173 DECAL ROTATING BLADE DANGER 209115 DECAL OEM PARTS 521816 DECAL TD 92 521820 DECAL CAUTION 521199 DECAL GREASING SCHEDULE 526001 100HR DECAL PTO GREASE 521817 DECAL PROGRESSIVE TURF PROGRESSIVE 92 TRI DECK ...

Page 72: ...TD92G Parts Manual 20 521451 DECAL DANGER OUTER TUBE 521455 DECAL DANGER OUTER SHIELD 521014 DECAL GREASE GUN 209196 DECAL BLADE HARDWARE 5 2017 ...

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