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TMG TMG-TFM60 - User Manual

TMG TMG-TFM60
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TRACTOR FLAIL MOWER
TMG-TFM60/68/72
tttttTFM60/TFM6
8/TFM72TFM60/TF
M68/TFM72

Questions and Answers

Summary

Important Safety Information

Safety Always

General safety guidelines and explanation of safety alert symbols for hazard identification.

Transport Machinery Safely

Guidelines for safely transporting the mower, including speed and terrain considerations.

Safety Labels

Information on locating, maintaining, and replacing safety labels on the equipment.

Practice Safe Maintenance

Procedures for safe maintenance, including preparation, tools, and environment.

Wear Protective Equipment

Recommendations for protective clothing, hearing protection, and avoiding distractions.

Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard

Precautions regarding high-pressure fluid hazards and leak checks.

Introduction and Manual Usage

Introduction

Overview of the TMG tractor flail mower and its intended applications.

Using This Manual

Guidance on how to read and understand the operator's manual for safe operation.

Terminology

Defines directional terms used within the manual for clarity.

Owner Assistance

Instructions on obtaining customer service, warranty registration, and parts.

Serial Number Plate

Emphasizes the importance of the serial number for service and correspondence.

Section 1: Assembly and Set-up

Tractor Requirements

Details the tractor requirements, including hitch type and horsepower rating.

Packing Description

Instructions for unpacking and checking the mower and accessories against the parts list.

Installation Wizard

An overview of the installation steps to guide the user through final assembly.

Installing Raker Sub-Assembly

Detailed instructions for installing the raker sub-assembly onto the mower hood.

Installing R&L Hitch Plates and Fittings

Step-by-step guide for attaching the R&L hitch plates and associated fittings.

Installing Hitch Bracket Weldment-Upper and Fittings

Instructions for mounting the hitch bracket weldment-upper and related hardware.

Tractor Hook-Up

Procedures for correctly attaching the mower to the tractor's 3-point hitch system.

Driveline Installation

Steps for installing the driveline, including safety cone and securing it to PTO shafts.

Section 2: Operating Instructions

Transporting

Instructions for safely transporting the mower, including PTO disengagement and ground speed.

Mowing Instructions

Recommendations for optimal mowing conditions and techniques for best results.

Operating Instructions

Pre-operation checks, throttle settings, and mowing speed recommendations.

Leveling the Mower

How to adjust the mower's levelness using the 3-point hitch and center link.

Cutting Height Adjustment

Steps to adjust the cutting height by modifying the rear roller position.

Section 3: Adjustments

3-Point Hitch Adjustments

Adjusting the 3-point hitch for front-to-back flotation and side-to-side leveling.

Belt Tension

Procedures for checking and adjusting belt tension for optimal performance and longevity.

Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication

Maintenance

General advice on systematic inspection to avoid costly repairs and ensure longevity.

Knife Replacement

Step-by-step guide for replacing mower knives, ensuring rotor balance.

V-Belt Installation

Procedures for removing, installing, and tensioning V-belts, with safety precautions.

Storage

Guidelines for proper storage of the mower during off-season or long periods of non-use.

Lubrication

Details on required lubrication points, types of lubricants, and service intervals.

Section 5: Specifications & Capacities

Section 6: Troubleshooting

Section 7: Appendix

Warranty

Outlines the warranty coverage, terms, and conditions for the tractor flail mower.

Bolt Torque

Provides torque specifications for various English and metric bolts and cap screws.

Part Breakdown List

Part Identification Diagram

Visual breakdown of the mower components with reference numbers for parts identification.

Part Number Listing

Detailed list of part numbers, descriptions, quantities, and remarks for TMG-TFM models.

Gearbox Assembly Breakdown

Exploded view and parts list for the gearbox assembly of the TMG-TFM mowers.

Summary

Important Safety Information

Safety Always

General safety guidelines and explanation of safety alert symbols for hazard identification.

Transport Machinery Safely

Guidelines for safely transporting the mower, including speed and terrain considerations.

Safety Labels

Information on locating, maintaining, and replacing safety labels on the equipment.

Practice Safe Maintenance

Procedures for safe maintenance, including preparation, tools, and environment.

Wear Protective Equipment

Recommendations for protective clothing, hearing protection, and avoiding distractions.

Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard

Precautions regarding high-pressure fluid hazards and leak checks.

Introduction and Manual Usage

Introduction

Overview of the TMG tractor flail mower and its intended applications.

Using This Manual

Guidance on how to read and understand the operator's manual for safe operation.

Terminology

Defines directional terms used within the manual for clarity.

Owner Assistance

Instructions on obtaining customer service, warranty registration, and parts.

Serial Number Plate

Emphasizes the importance of the serial number for service and correspondence.

Section 1: Assembly and Set-up

Tractor Requirements

Details the tractor requirements, including hitch type and horsepower rating.

Packing Description

Instructions for unpacking and checking the mower and accessories against the parts list.

Installation Wizard

An overview of the installation steps to guide the user through final assembly.

Installing Raker Sub-Assembly

Detailed instructions for installing the raker sub-assembly onto the mower hood.

Installing R&L Hitch Plates and Fittings

Step-by-step guide for attaching the R&L hitch plates and associated fittings.

Installing Hitch Bracket Weldment-Upper and Fittings

Instructions for mounting the hitch bracket weldment-upper and related hardware.

Tractor Hook-Up

Procedures for correctly attaching the mower to the tractor's 3-point hitch system.

Driveline Installation

Steps for installing the driveline, including safety cone and securing it to PTO shafts.

Section 2: Operating Instructions

Transporting

Instructions for safely transporting the mower, including PTO disengagement and ground speed.

Mowing Instructions

Recommendations for optimal mowing conditions and techniques for best results.

Operating Instructions

Pre-operation checks, throttle settings, and mowing speed recommendations.

Leveling the Mower

How to adjust the mower's levelness using the 3-point hitch and center link.

Cutting Height Adjustment

Steps to adjust the cutting height by modifying the rear roller position.

Section 3: Adjustments

3-Point Hitch Adjustments

Adjusting the 3-point hitch for front-to-back flotation and side-to-side leveling.

Belt Tension

Procedures for checking and adjusting belt tension for optimal performance and longevity.

Section 4: Maintenance and Lubrication

Maintenance

General advice on systematic inspection to avoid costly repairs and ensure longevity.

Knife Replacement

Step-by-step guide for replacing mower knives, ensuring rotor balance.

V-Belt Installation

Procedures for removing, installing, and tensioning V-belts, with safety precautions.

Storage

Guidelines for proper storage of the mower during off-season or long periods of non-use.

Lubrication

Details on required lubrication points, types of lubricants, and service intervals.

Section 5: Specifications & Capacities

Section 6: Troubleshooting

Section 7: Appendix

Warranty

Outlines the warranty coverage, terms, and conditions for the tractor flail mower.

Bolt Torque

Provides torque specifications for various English and metric bolts and cap screws.

Part Breakdown List

Part Identification Diagram

Visual breakdown of the mower components with reference numbers for parts identification.

Part Number Listing

Detailed list of part numbers, descriptions, quantities, and remarks for TMG-TFM models.

Gearbox Assembly Breakdown

Exploded view and parts list for the gearbox assembly of the TMG-TFM mowers.

Overview

The TMG-TFM60/68/72 is a tractor flail mower designed for agricultural and landscaping applications, specifically for Category 1 three-point hitch or Quick-Hitch System mounting. These fixed bar flail mowers are ideal for ripping, leveling, finish grading, and backfilling tasks at feedlots, outdoor arenas, building sites, and for maintenance operations on farm and ranch lanes or roadways.

Function Description:

The flail mower operates by using a rotor equipped with multiple flail hammers that rotate at high speed, effectively cutting and mulching grass, weeds, and light brush. The cutting height is adjustable via the rear roller, allowing for various mowing requirements. It is powered by a tractor's PTO (Power Take-Off) shaft, transferring power through a driveline to a gearbox and then to the rotor via a belt drive system.

Important Technical Specifications:

The TMG-TFM series includes three models: TMG-TFM60, TMG-TFM68, and TMG-TFM72, each with varying cutting widths and blade numbers.

  • TMG-TFM60:
    • Cutting Width: 1550mm
    • Blade Number: 24 flail hammers
    • Product Weight: 270kg
  • TMG-TFM68:
    • Cutting Width: 1750mm
    • Blade Number: 28 flail hammers
    • Product Weight: 290kg
  • TMG-TFM72:
    • Cutting Width: 1850mm
    • Blade Number: 32 flail hammers
    • Product Weight: 310kg

All models share common specifications:

  • PTO Turning Speed: 540 r/min
  • Power Required: 30-60 hp
  • Tractor horsepower rating should not exceed 50 PTO horsepower.

Usage Features:

  • Hitch System: Designed for Category 1 three-point hitch or Quick-Hitch System mounting, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of tractors.
  • Adjustable Cutting Height: The cutting height is adjusted by repositioning the rear roller. This allows operators to achieve desired grass lengths or to handle extremely tall grass by mowing in two passes.
  • Flotation Design: The 3-point hitch system is designed for front-to-back flotation when mowing on uneven terrain, allowing the mower to follow ground contours.
  • Operating Speed: Mower knives cut better at a faster blade speed. Operators should start at a slow forward speed and increase until the desired speed is achieved while maintaining 540 PTO rpm.
  • Safety Features: The manual emphasizes the importance of safety labels, wearing protective equipment, ensuring all guards and shields are in place, and proper shutdown procedures. It also warns against operating the PTO with the mower fully raised or at full throttle.
  • Transportability: The mower can be raised to a transport position, but operators must ensure the driveline does not contact the tractor or mower and reduce ground speed when turning or traveling over rough terrain. Accessory lights are recommended for public road transport.

Maintenance Features:

  • Regular Inspections: Key to longevity, including checking oil levels in the gearbox, ensuring all plugs are tightened, verifying the tightness of mower knives, bolts, and nuts, and confirming guards and shields are secure.
  • Lubrication Schedule:
    • Driveline Shaft U-Joints, Roller Bearing (Both Ends), Cutter Rotor Bearing (Both Ends), Driveline Profiles: Require multi-purpose grease every 25 hours (Driveline Profiles every 20 hours).
    • Gearbox: Requires SAE 90W Gear Lube as required. Oil level should be checked by removing the plug on the right-hand side; oil should be level with the bottom of the plug hole.
  • Belt Tension Adjustment: The belt tension should be checked after the first 20 hours of use and then every 40 hours. Adjustment is made via a belt tension bolt, ensuring the gearbox extension runs straight (parallel) with the flail mower.
  • Knife Replacement: Knives should be replaced when worn. It is crucial to use knives of the same length to maintain rotor balance.
  • Storage: For long periods of inactivity, the mower should be cleaned, inspected for worn or damaged parts, repainted if necessary, and stored indoors.
  • Troubleshooting Guide: The manual includes a troubleshooting section to address common issues such as belt slipping, uncut grass patches, excessive vibration, gearbox noise, knives scalping grass, uneven cut, and tractor overload.
  • Bolt Torque Specifications: Detailed English and Metric bolt torque specifications are provided to ensure proper assembly and maintenance, emphasizing that these values are for non-greased or non-oiled threads unless otherwise specified.
  • Part Breakdown List: Comprehensive diagrams and tables are included for all models (TMG-TFM60, TMG-TFM68, TMG-TFM72) detailing individual parts, reference numbers, descriptions, and quantities, which is essential for ordering replacement parts.

TMG TMG-TFM60 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTMG
ModelTMG-TFM60
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

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