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Commercial Series
Models 125,130 and 136
Operators Manual
Locke Turf
307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabama, 36467, (334) 493-1300
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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
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Commercial Series Operator’s Manual Table of Contents SECTION Maintenance Introduction ………….……………………...1 Lubrication ………..…………………….………..6 Warranty ………...…………….………….…..2 Cleaning and Lubricating After Use ….…..…...6 Engine …………………………………...……….6 Safety Bearings ………………………………………….6 Important Safety Information ……….……......3 Tractor Rolls ……………………………………..6 Training ………………………………….…......3 Tractor Tires ……………………………………..6 Preparation ………………………………….....3
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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. These magnificent green machines are legendary and known throughout the world for generation-spanning durability and unequalled perform
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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. For this wa
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SECTION 1—SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION OPERATION 1. Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine. 2. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotat- ing parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening This Safety Alert Symbol means: at all times. 3. Stop the blades when crossing gravel drives, ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! walks, or roads. YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! 4. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug, thor- o
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SECTION 2—GENERAL HOW TO MOW YOUR LAWN MODEL 125, 130, AND 136 MOWERS We recommend that the direction of mowing The Locke “Commercial Series” mowers are the a lawn be changed from time to time so that most practical for small areas, cut-up lawns, the same pattern of the tractor rolls will not flower gardens, cemeteries, schools, etc. They do always be over the same grass. The first a complete job in one operation: overhang raised mowing should be made in one direction; with borders,
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SECTION 3—OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE Check to see that the oil in the crankcase is at the To move the mower around under its own power, grip proper level and there is fuel in the tank. Make sure the tractor clutch lever applying slight pressure, this will that the tractor clutch lever, on the right handlebar, and start the mower moving in a forward direction. When the reel clutch lever, on the left handlebar, are released the desired direction of movement has been befor
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SECTION 4—MAINTENANCE as reel link arms, reel bearing housings, etc. have LUBRICATION sintered bronze bushings. There are 4 pressure lubrication points on the mower. TRACTOR ROLLS All are zerk type grease fittings. Use a quality light grease at these points. The bronze clutch collars each The tractor rolls are in reality hard rubber tires. They have a grease fitting. These are located at the front of are mounted on a single axle which drives them the tractor on the left and right sides
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REEL BEDKNIFE MAINTAINING BLADE SHARPNESS Whenever the bed knife is replaced it is essential that the To provide consistent performance, lap the cutter blades reel and blade be ground or lapped to alignment. on a regular basis, ideally after every 40 to 60 hours of operation. Your dealer will be able to assist you in REEL TO BEDKNIFE ADJUSTMENT maintaining Locke’s legendary cut. If you have the equipment to lap your reel, follow the steps The cutting reel is mounted on sealed ball be
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Re-sharpening Bed knives Resharpening Reels Depending on the amount of use, bed knives may For maximum performance and to achieve the be re-sharpened once or twice before replacing finest cut, reels should be reground with a relief. them is necessary. Regrind both top and front For best results, the “land” area should be no faces to the specifications shown. (See figure wider than 1/64” to begin the season. (See figure below) When replacing bed knives, the new below) Modern reel gri
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Sulky Attachment (Optional) To assemble your Sulky Attachment please use the CL Series Parts Manual as a guide Pivot Tube in addition to this literature. 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 2 holes and install the Retainer bolt #18 and secure
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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) 15 Setscrews #15. Install (1) Bearing Cup Assembly #10 in the Pivot Clamp #5 using Bolt #12 and Nut #11. 10 5 12 11 Figure 6 2 3. Install Sulky by placing Sulky Gusset #2 in the Bearing Cup Assembly #10 of Lower Vertical Pivot C
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Locke Turf 307 Highway 52E, Opp, Alabama, 36467, (334) 493-1300
