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Mulch Pro Series
MP-148, MP-160,
and MP-172
Operators Manual
Locke Turf Inc.
307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabama 36467, (334) 493-1300
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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 determine your satisfaction with its performance and its service life. We urge a careful study of this manual to provide you with a thorough understanding of you new implement before operating, as well as suggestions for opera- tion and maintenance. If your manual should become lost or destroyed, Locke Turf will be glad to provide you with
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MP-100 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION SECTION Introduction 2 Dealer Preparation Check List 3 Operation 10 Safety Alert Symbols 4 Transporting 10 Safety Precautions 5 IV. MAINTENANCE Federal Laws and Regulations 6 Maintenance Check List 12 I. INTRODUCTION & DESCRIPTION 7 Lubrication 12 Introduction 7 Spindle Belt Adjustment 13 Description 7 Spindle Belt Replacement 13 II. PREPARATION FOR USE 8 Blade Replacement 14 Attaching To Tractor 8
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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. These magnificent green ma- chines are legendary and known throughout the world for generation- spanning durability and unequalled performance in t
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DEALER PREPARATION CHECK LIST Single Deck Mulching Mower MP-100 BEFORE DELIVERING MACHINE- The following check list should be completed. Use the Operator’s Man- ual as a guide. 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. All decals in place and readable. (See decal page.) 7. Overall condition good (i.e. paint, welds)
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Safety Alert Symbol This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” 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 in- jury. Safety Signs Signal Words The signal words DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTIO
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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. In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident preven- tion are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and pro
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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. Public Law 91-596 (The Williams-Steiger Occupational and Health Act of 1970) OSHA This Act Seeks: “…to assure so far as possible every working man and woman in the nation
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SECTION I INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION 1-1 INTRODUCTION 1-2 DESCRIPTION We are pleased to have you as a Locke Turf The MP-172, (figure 1-1), is designed for turf customer. Your MP-100 has been carefully designed maintenance applications where a high quality to give maximum service with minimum down time. of cut on turf grasses is required. This manual is provided to give you the necessary operating and maintenance instructions for keeping Three sets of rotating bla
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SECTION II PREPARATION FOR USE Before operation, service all locations outlined in Section 4-2 “Lubrication” and remove transport lock pins from mower decks as shown in Figure 3-4. Unpin inside wing tires and reposition into a trailing posi- tion and re-pin in place. Break in the mower in a static condition at half throttle for 30 minutes. Inspect all belts for proper tension; check gearboxes for proper oil levels and check to make sure blade spindles are not overheating. D. Adjust tongu
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F. Route control chain to convenient location G. Attach driveline to tractor. Pull on each driveline and fasten to tractor. Be sure excess slack is re- section to be sure that yoke locks into place. moved from the chain to avoid entanglement with H. Securely attach safety chain to tractor. 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. (Refer to Figures 3-3 and 3-4)
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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 – In general, mulching operations require more frequent mowing than would conventional mowing procedures. Watch your speed – Normal conditions will allow a speed of up to approximately 5 mph, but thick,
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SECTION IV MAINTENANCE 4-1 MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST 4-2 LUBRICATIONS Perform scheduled maintenance as outlined below. NOTE Lower implement to ground, turn off tractor and set The multi-purpose grease referenced in this section parking brake before doing maintenance inspections or is a NLGI Grade 2 type grease. Figure 4-2 shows the work. All bolts should be torqued as indicated in torque necessary position for servicing wing drivelines. chart unless otherwise indicated. BEFORE E
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1. Place both belts into their respective 4-3 SPINDLE BELT ADJUSTMENT grooves on the driving sheave. 2. Work the lower belt over the other Belt tensions should be checked every 40 hours to get sheaves. After the lower belt is in place, com- maximum life from drive belts and best performance form plete the installation of the upper belt. (Figure the cutter. Belt tension is adjusted by increasing or de- 4-3) creasing the length of the spring on the moveable idlers. 3. Connect the up
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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. This Wrench Kit (Part Number 50026073), including a sheave wrench, carrier wrench and complete instructions, is available form Locke Turf. (Figure 4-6) Refer to “Blade Spindle Service” at the rear of this
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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. WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH: LOCK WINGS UP FOR TRANSPORT INSTALL TRANSPORT LOCK PINS READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR INSTRUCT
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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. USE CARDBOARD OR WOOD. DO NOT USE HAND OR SKIN TO CHECK FOR HYDRAULIC LEAKS. USE CARDBOARD OR WOOD. HIGH PRESSURE OIL LEAKS CAN PENETRATE SKIN CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY AND GANGR
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Proper torque for American fasteners used on Locke Turf equipment. Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds (Newton Meters). * WRENCH BOLT DIAMETER SAE SAE SAE AMERICAN SIZE (IN.) “A” (IN.) “B” AND GRADE 2 GRADE 5 GRADE 8 Bolt Head Markings THREAD SIZE 7/16 1/4 –20 UNC 6 (7) 8 (11) 12 (16) 7/16 1/4 –28 UNF 6 (8) 10 (13) 14 (18) 1/2 5/16 – 18 UNC 11 (15) 17 (23) 25 (33) 1/2 5/16 – 24 UNF 13 (17) 19 (26) 27 (37) 9/16 3/8 – 16 UNC 20 (27) 31 (42) 44 (60) 9/16 3/8
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LOCKE TURF BLADE SPINDLE SERVICE BLADE SPINDLE DISASSEMBLY Figure 2 1. Using safety gloves, hold the lower blade and re- move the 1/2" x 1-3/4” capscrew, Belleville washer, blade and shaft washer. Shaft Bushing 2. Remove the (4) 3/8” capscrews holding the upper disc assembly to the blade carrier. Lift the disc as- Mulching sembly and shaft bushing off the spindle shaft. Bracket 3. Support the spindle housing in a press with the blade carrier turned up. Press the inner sha
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7. Using two 3/8” x 3/4" UNC threads Grade Figure 5 8 capscrews, bolt the carrier wrench to the blade carrier. (Wrench Kit 50026073) (Figure 5) Blade Carrier 3/8” x 3/4” Wrench 8. Put the spindle in the upright position and place UNC Threads the blade carrier wrench in a vise and secure it. Grade 8 (Figure 5) THE CARRIER WRENCH AND SHEAVE WRENCH REFERRED TO IN THESE IN- Vise STRUCTIONS ARE CONTAINED IN WRENCH KIT 50026073. 9. Place the sheave wrench on the sh
