Groundsman TMC26, TMC24 TURF multi Cutter Operator's Manual

Operators Manual

MODEL TMC24

TURF multi CUTTER

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Operators Manual

MODEL TMC26

TURF multi CUTTER

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OM MAY 2015

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www.groundsmanindustries.com

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SERIAL NUMBER DELIVERY DATE

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It is essential to quote the machine model and serial number when making service enquiries

or ordering spare parts to avoid any delay.

The serial number of your Groundsman Pedestrian Operated Turf Multi Cutter is located on

the front right side body panel if viewed from the rear of the machine.

This machine was supplied by:

Dealer address:

If you require any further advice or assistance you can contact Groundsman Industries
directly on:

Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Email: info@groundsmanindustr ies.com
Website: www.groundsmanindustries.com

INDEX

CONTENTS PAGE

SERIAL NUMBER 1

INDEX 2

SAFETY FIRST 3

WARRANTY 4

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 5

MACHINE BREAKDOWN 6

TECHNICAL INFORMATION 7 & 8

OPERATOR LEVERS AND CONTROLS 9 & 10

BASIC SET-UP & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 11 , 12, 13 & 14

RUNNING MAINTENANCE 15, 16, 17

BLADE WHEEL OPTIONS 18

BLADES & ACCESSORIES 19

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Page 3

SAFETY FIRST

1. All guards must be in place.

Always ensure that all guards are in position, properly fitted and maintained. Do not attempt to operate the

machine before making this check each time the machine is used.

2. Beware of bystanders.

Operators should be aware that it is possible that debris can exit from the sides of the machine, so this area

is best kept clear.

3. Always operate safely.

Never remove any guards or work at the any part of the mechanism while the engine is running. When tilt­ing the machine up to rest on the chassis nose to gain access to the cutter blade, always select a stable and
level surface. Be aware that in this forward tilted position, petrol can leak through the filler cap if the tank

is full. Take care not to allow petrol spillage or cause to ignite.

4. Never operate the machine with any parts missing.

Check the machine periodically for loose or damaged parts. Always use genuine Groundsman Industries

replacement parts. Failures caused by the use of spurious replacement parts will not be covered by the
factory warranty, nor will any liability be accepted for damages or injury thus incurred.

5. Modifications.

No liability will be accepted in respect of machines modified without specific written permission from

Groundsman Industries.

6. Observe the manual.

No liability will be accepted where injury or damage is caused by using the machine in a manner other than

detailed in this manual.

Always disengage blade drive before transporting the machine

Do not start this machine or carry out any maintenance until you have read and understand the safe-

ty and operating instructions contained in this manual.

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WARRANTY

Examination of the goods has been made by or on behalf of the purchaser and no warranty condition, de­scription or representation on the part of the manufacturer is given or is to be implied or has been given
from anything said or written in the negotiations between the parties or their representative beyond those
mentioned below. Any statutory or other warrant condition, description or representation expressed or im-

plied as to the goods is hereby expressly excluded.

In lieu, thereof the manufacturer undertakes to make good by repair or replacement at its option free of all
charge during normal working hours. Any defects in the goods arising in the manufacturer’s opinion from
faulty design, materials or workmanship which shall become apparent within a period of 24 months in the

case of machines, and 12 months in the case of spares from the date of receipt of the goods. At the termi-

nation of which period, all liability on the manufacturer’s part ceases. Provided always and the above war-

ranty is subject to the following conditions:

A. The manufacturer’s liability extents only to the repair or replacement and it accepts no liability for any

consequential or other loss, damage or injury resulting directly or indirectly from any defect in the

goods.

B. The manufacturers warranty does not extent to failures, defects or damage attributable to wear and tear,

improper adjustments, neglect, and alteration of specification or accident.

C. All defective parts must be returned to the dealer immediately together with full particulars of the de-

fects, the machine number, the hours worked and the date machine was supplied.

D. The manufacturers warranty does not extend to proprietary or other components not of its manufacture,

but it will as far as possible pass to the purchaser any benefits of any guarantee given to the manufac-

turer in respect of such components.

E. In the event of the rejection by the manufacturer of any claim, the part or parts returned will be de-

stroyed unless specific instructions to the contrary were given when part or parts were returned.

F. No claim will be considered if other than genuine parts manufactured by the manufacturer or its order

and listed in its catalogue are used.

G. This warranty should only be construed as strictly limited in its application and is valid only in the

country of purchase. If the goods shall change hands during the period of this warranty, this warranty

will cease to have effect.

H. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage by fire or accident of any kind to any goods re-

turned under the terms of this warranty. The manufacturer does not accept responsibility for any acci-

dent occurring to such goods whilst on the premises.

I. This warranty shall cease to have effect if the purchaser removes, defaces or alters the manufacturer’s

number plate (serial number) or any other numbers or marks affixed to any Groundsman Industries Ltd

product.

Blades

Blade Mounting : Three Bolt Tri-Pad Mounting

Sod Cutting : Depth 7cm (3”)

Width 30cm (12”)

35cm (14”)
40cm (16”)
45cm (18”)
50cm (20”)

De-compact / Mole Drain / Trench : Depth 10cm (4”)

Adjustments : Cut Depth 0cm — 7cm infinitely variable
Cut Angle 1deg — 6deg infinitely variable

Machine

Overall Dimensions : Width 66cm (26”) At Handles

50cm (20”) At Safety Guard
Length 120cm (47”) Handles Folded
160cm (63”) Handles Un-folded
Height 80cm (32”)

Machine Weight : 158kg (348lbs) blade fitted

Engine : 6.5 HP Honda GX200

Primary Drive : Enclosed centrifugal clutch & belt drive.

Blade Drive Central connecting rod and eccentric drive shaft sealed bearings

throughout.

Ground Drive Oil filled worm gear engaging central drive axle.

Wheels Front Stud mounted 300mm diameter solid rubber turf tread wheels.

Wheel Rear Ball bearing rim with smooth pneumatic 9 X 3.50 - 4 tyre. Caster

mounted with foot operated caster lock for straight and curve
cutting plus transport .

Performance Chart

Depth

Adjustable

(Maximum)

Cutting widths

Forward

Speed

HAV Levels (Handle Bar

Vibration)

TURF CUTTING

7cm (3”)

Mole &

De-Compact

10cm (4”)

TRENCH

16cm

SOD

30cm to 50cm

27 mtrs/min

(29 yds)

6.68 (m/s2)
Maximum

Operating Time

1.12 Hours

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TMC26 Technical Specification

1. CHASSIS ASSEMBLY

7. HONDA ENGINE GX200 6.5 HP

BELT

ENGINE CLUTCH

5. FRONT AXLE

3. GROUND DRIVE
ASSEMBLY

BELT

4. CRANK ASSEMBLY

2. REAR WHEEL
ASSEMBLY

6. BLADE ASSEMBLY

BLADE

THROTTLE CABLE

ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION COLOUR CODE

1 BJB 001 Chassis Assembly

2 BJB 214 Rear Wheel Assembly

3 BJB 298 Ground Drive Assembly

4 BJB 319 Crank Assembly

5 BJB 253 Front Axle Assembly

6 BJB 529 Blade Assembly

7 BJB 457 Engine, Clutch, Belt & Chains

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TMC26 Machine Breakdown