Service Manual

Reelmaster 7000−D (Model 03708)Universal Groomer (Optional) Page 10 − 16
5. If groomer reel is equipped with broomer kit:
A. Loosen the groomer blade retaining nuts on each
end of the groomer shaft.
B. Slide a brush into each groove around the full
length of the groomer reel (Fig. 10). Make sure
brushes are seated in groomer blade slots (Fig. 11)
IMPORTANT: The straps must be wrapped
around the groomer blade and brush assembly
in the correct direction.
C. Loosely wrap the straps around the groomer reel
shaft and brushes as shown (Fig. 10). Straps should
be positioned in the pre−cut notches of each brush
and at the following locations on the broomer shaft:
18” reels − between blades 2−3, 11−12, 21−22 and
30−31.
22” reels − between blades 2−3, 14−15, 26−27 and
38−39.
Position the broomer brushes properly in the blade
slots, and tighten the groomer blade−retaining nuts
from 31 to 35 ft−lb (42 to 48 N−m).
D. While holding strap buckle in place, pull straps
tight into the pre−cut notches of each brush.
E. Cut off strap extension approximately 1/4” (6 mm)
beyond retainer and fold the excess strap over the
buckle (Fig. 12).
6. Install O−ring on non−drive end of groomer shaft.
7. Install groomer reel back on cutting unit (see
Groomer Reel Installation in this section).
1. Groomer reel 2. Broomer strap (4)
Figure 10
FORWARD
1
2
2
31 to 35 ft−lb
(42 to 48 N−m)
1. Brush 2. Blade
Figure 11
ROTATION
1
2
1. Strap 2. Brush
Figure 12
1
2