Service Manual

Cutting Units
Reelmaster 5500-D Page 8 - 7 Cutting Units
Initial Set-up and Adjustments
IMPORTANT: Toro strongly recommends the use of a
leveling plate when setting-up or adjusting any reel type
cutting unit. The leveling plate will help to ensure accu-
rate and consistent adjustments.
Note: Right and left ends of cutting unit is determined
by standing in the operator’s position (Fig. 8).
After the cutting unit is unboxed, use the following proce-
dures to assure the cutting units are adjusted properly.
1. Check each end of the reel for grease. Grease
should be visibly evident in the reel bearings and internal
splines of reel shaft.
2. Insure that all nuts and bolts are securely fastened.
3. Make sure carrier frame suspension operates freely
and does not bind when moved back and forth.
4. Set height of cut by completing the following steps in
order:
A. Adjust bedknife to reel.
B. Adjust and level front and rear rollers.
C. Set height-of-cut.
Figure 8
RIGHT
LEFT