Locke FP-148-C User Manual

Finish Pro Series FP-148-C, FP-160-C, and FP-172-C Operator’s Manual Locke Turf Inc. 307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabama 36467, (334) 493-1300

2-1 ATTACHING TO TRACTOR IMPORTANT (540 RPM ONLY) The minimum required PTO horsepower is 15 HP for the FP-100. NEVER STAND BETWEEN TRACTOR AND MO

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 tract

TIPS ON MOWING WITH A FINISHING MOWER The Locke Turf Finish Pro is a turf maintenance mower that uses sharp blades to maintain a healthy and beautifu

SECTION IV MAINTENANCE 4-1 MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST Perform scheduled maintenance as outlined below. Lower implement to ground, turn off tractor and se

4-3 SPINDLE BELT ADJUSTMENT Belt tensions should be checked every 40 hours to get maximum life from drive belts and best performance form the cutter.

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

SAFETY DECALS To promote safe operation, Locke Turf supplies safety decals on all products manufactured. Dam-age can occur to safety decals either th

IMPLEMENT CAN FALL FROM HYDRAULICSYSTEM FAILURE. TO AVOID SERIOUSINJURY OR DEATH,BLOCK UP OR SECURELY SUPPORT IMPLEMENT BEFOREWORKING UNDERNEATH.PURG

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Proper torque for American fasteners used on Locke Turf equipment. Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds (Newton Meters). * WRENCH

BLADE SPINDLE DISASSEMBLY 1. Using safety gloves, hold the lower blade and re-move the 1/2" x 1-3/4” capscrew, Belleville washer, blade and shaf

CONGRATULATIONS You have invested in the best implement of its type on the market today. The care you give you Locke Turf implement will greatly det

7. 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) 8.

BLADE SPINDLE ASSEMBLY 1. Press the outer bearing in the housing until the bearing bottoms out. (Figure 8) 2. Press the lower outer bearing on th

9. Remove the blade carrier wrench and restake the blade carrier into the notch of the outer shaft. (Figure 13) USE SAFETY EYE PROTECTION WHEN USI

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Locke Turf Inc. 307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabama 36467, (334) 493-1300

FP-100 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION SECTION Introduction 2 Dealer Preparation Check List 3 Operation 10 Safety Alert Symbols 4

INTRODUCTION More than merely devices created for mowing grass, the excellence of de-sign, construction and operation of Locke power mowers is unpara

DEALER PREPARATION CHECK LIST Single Deck Finishing Mower FP-100 BEFORE DELIVERING MACHINE- The following check list should be completed. Use the O

Safety Alert Symbol This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” This symbol is used to call attention to s

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This symbol is used to call attention to safety precautions that should be followed by the operator to avoid accidents.

IMPORTANT FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS* CONCERNING EMPLOYERS, EMPLOYEES AND OPERATIONS. *(This section is intended to explain in broad terms the con

1-1 INTRODUCTION We are pleased to have you as a Locke Turf customer. Your FP-100 has been carefully designed to give maximum service wi