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RS48-11C ROLL ‘n’ SPIKE GOLF GREENS ROLLER - Operation, Maintenance & Parts Manual
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It is recommended that you place the smoothing head rollers on the high side of the green when
rolling. This puts more weight on the rubber drive roller and helps give better traction, thus reduces
slipping or spinning of the drive roller on the green, depending also on the operators ability. Whilst
becoming familiar with the roller, set the throttle at about 1/2 speed. Press the left or right foot pedal
down gently but not suddenly. Be smooth with your action, hold in this position until nearing the
edge of the green, then take your foot gently off the pedal, the roller will come to a stop. Rest your
other foot on the opposite pedal and gently apply the pressure to the pedal. It then starts to move
the roller in the opposite direction. Once again be gentle with the pedal, but not sudden. By using
the left and right pedal in this manner, will ensure there is no damage to the green & less wear and
tear on the equipment and operator.
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The correct procedure for rolling the green is:
(A)
Select the correct direction to roll the green, remember this roller can roll the greens
in all directions.
(B)
Start on one side of the green and work your way across the green in a zigzag
fashion, slightly overlapping each lap you roll: this makes sure you miss no part of
the green and all of the green is rolled. Avoid coming back across the green to roll
missed areas if possible. You should be able to complete the rolling of 18 greens in
the same time or quicker than by mowing using a triplex mower.
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When rolling of the green is completed, move the roller onto the fringe, stop the engine, lock the
trailer into the trailing position, connect it to the towing vehicle then move off to the next green to be
rolled. Do not put the trailer down into the towing position on the green; damage may occur to the
green from the roller tires and body.
Remember
turn off the fuel cock whilst towing the roller.
POINTS TO REMEMBER
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Make sure the roller is serviceable before rolling.
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Start rolling from the fringe of the green.
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Smooth operation on the foot pedals.
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Pick a point on the other side of the green to roll to.
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Do not look at the green close to the roller; it makes it difficult to steer the roller; look well ahead.
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Use 1/2 throttle until you are proficient at operating the roller.
