Commercial Series Models 125,130 and 136 Operators Manual Locke Turf 307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabama, 36467, (334) 493-1300
CONGRATULATIONS You have invested in the best implement of its type on the market today. The care you give your 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 operation and maintenance. If your manual should become lost or destroyed, Locke Turf will be glad to provide you with a new copy.
Commercial Series Operator’s Manual Table of Contents SECTION Introduction ………….……………………...1 Warranty ………...…………….………….…..2 Safety Important Safety Information ……….……......3 Training ………………………………….…......3 Preparation ………………………………….....3 Operation ……………………………………....3 Maintenance and Storage ………….………...3 General Model 125 and 130 Mowers …………………4 How to Mow Your Lawn …………….………..4 Operation Starting the Engine …………………………....5 Raising and Lowering of Cutter Unit …….…..5 Height of Cut Adjustment ………………….....
INTRODUCTION More than merely devices created for mowing grass, the excellence of design, construction and operation of Locke power mowers is unparalleled. First introduced in 1928, tested and proven, Locke power mowers may be considered, in terms of today’s technology, the ultimate response to the need for the highest degree of quality lawn care.
LOCKE MOWER Limited Warranty WARRANTY PERIOD AND COVERAGE A. Locke Turf, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser, and to subsequent owners, that the registered Locke Mower will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase by the original owner. B. Locke Turf, Inc. will, at its discretion, replace any component or authorize the mower to be repaired, when a defect in material or workmanship has been determined. C.
SECTION 1—SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION OPERATION This Safety Alert Symbol means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The Safety Alert Symbol identifies important safety messages in manuals and on equipment safety signs. To avoid possible injury or death, follow the equipment and manual’s safety instructions.
SECTION 2—GENERAL MODEL 125, 130, AND 136 MOWERS HOW TO MOW YOUR LAWN The Locke “Commercial Series” mowers are the most practical for small areas, cut-up lawns, flower gardens, cemeteries, schools, etc. They do a complete job in one operation: overhang raised borders, cut close to obstructions, leave no uncut rolled down grass; eliminating hand trim operations and they even have the ability to cut a taper; useful when transitioning two different heights of cut.
SECTION 3—OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE Check to see that the oil in the crankcase is at the proper level and there is fuel in the tank. Make sure that the tractor clutch lever, on the right handlebar, and the reel clutch lever, on the left handlebar, are released before attempting to start the engine. Set the engine kill switch to the on position, move the throttle to a slightly open position, close the carburetor choke valve, then pull on the recoil starter rope.
SECTION 4—MAINTENANCE as reel link arms, reel bearing housings, etc. have sintered bronze bushings. LUBRICATION There are 4 pressure lubrication points on the mower. All are zerk type grease fittings. Use a quality light grease at these points. The bronze clutch collars each have a grease fitting. These are located at the front of the tractor on the left and right sides underneath the main guard. Lubricate with 1 or 2 shots of grease every 10 hours of operation. The caster post has a fitting.
REEL BEDKNIFE MAINTAINING BLADE SHARPNESS Whenever the bed knife is replaced it is essential that the reel and blade be ground or lapped to alignment. To provide consistent performance, lap the cutter blades on a regular basis, ideally after every 40 to 60 hours of operation. Your dealer will be able to assist you in maintaining Locke’s legendary cut. If you have the equipment to lap your reel, follow the steps below. 1. Loosen the reel adjusting screws enough to cause a slight friction on the bed knife.
Resharpening Reels Re-sharpening Bed knives For maximum performance and to achieve the finest cut, reels should be reground with a relief. For best results, the “land” area should be no wider than 1/64” to begin the season. (See figure below) Modern reel grinders are capable of producing a relief, finishing off the cylinder with a light spin grind. Depending on the amount of use, bed knives may be re-sharpened once or twice before replacing them is necessary.
Sulky Attachment (Optional) To assemble your Sulky Attachment please use the CL Series Parts Manual as a guide in addition to this literature. Pivot Tube Pivot Bosses 1. Place the #2 Pivot Tube between the Pivot Bosses of the Frame Weldment #1. Figure 1 Figure 1 2. Place (1) Spring Bushing #9 in each Pivot Boss. From the rear, install Pivot Shaft #3 thru the frame and Pivot Gusset #2 lining up the holes and install the Retainer bolt #18 and secure with Nut #17. Figure 2 2 18 17 3 3.
Installing Your Sulky Attachment 1. Remove Caster Assembly and Grease Fitting. Figure 5 2. Install Lower Vertical Pivot Clamp #5 in place of the Caster Assembly and lock in place with (2) Setscrews #15. Install (1) Bearing Cup Assembly #10 in the Pivot Clamp #5 using Bolt #12 and Nut #11. 15 10 5 12 11 Figure 6 2 3.
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Locke Turf 307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabama, 36467, (334) 493-1300
