Greensmaster Flex 18/21 GroomerPage 8 – 5
Grooming Reel Mechanical Problems
Problem Possible Causes Correction
The grooming reel rotates when it is
in the raised, transport position.
The grooming reel should rotate
whenever the cutting reel is en-
gaged.
Normal operation.
No rotation of the grooming reel. Seized grooming reel or idler bear-
ing(s) in groomer side plate(s).
Broken or damaged idler spring.
The groomer belt is worn, broken or
damaged.
Identify and replace faulty bear-
ing(s).
Replace spring.
If the groomer belt slips, it probably
is worn and must be replaced.
Repair or replace belt if necessary.
A broken or worn belt could be the
result of improper belt routing or
seized bearings in groomer assem-
bly.
The turf is damaged or has uneven
grooming.
The grooming reel blades are bent,
damaged or missing.
The grooming reel shaft is bent or
damaged.
Grooming depth is not equal on
both ends of grooming reel.
Repair or replace blades if neces-
sary.
Replace grooming reel shaft.
Adjust depth if necessary. Check
and adjust cutting unit set up (level
bedknife to reel, level rear roller to
reel, set height–of–cut, etc.).
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