Progressive Turf Equipment TD 92 Installation and maintenance instructions

Operator’s Manual
and Parts List
Progressive TD 92 Tri-Deck
Rotary Finishing Mower
Serial No. 13921944 and up
PROGRESSIVE TURF EQUIPMENT INC.
137 WEST WILLIAM STREET
SEAFORTH, ONTARIO
CANADA N0K 1WO
PHONE:[phone] SERIAL # _____________________
TOLL FREE: 800 668-8873 WEB: www.progressiveturfequip.com
ISSUE DATE: October 2013 P.N.120513
Si No Lee Ingles, Pida Ayuda a Alguien Que Se Lo Lea
Para Que le Traduzca Las Medidas de Seguridad

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
According to Annex 11 A of the European Community Regulation for Machines
We, Progressive Turf Equipment Inc. 137 West William Street, Box 940, Seaforth Ontario, Canada declare
under our sole responsibility that:
Progressive Rotary Finishing Mowers
Models: Part Number Description
TD65-2
526512D
3.66m Tri-Deck Finishing Mower
TD65
526515D
4.72m Tri-Deck Finishing Mower
TD92
529222E
6.70m Tri-Deck Finishing Mower
PM-36
529236E
10.97m Pro-Max 36 Mowing System
PF-120
601205D
3.05m Pro-Flex Contour Mower
PFR-120
601205RD
3.05m Pro-Flex Roller Contour Mower
TDR-12
528712D
3.65m Tri-Deck Roller Mower
TDR-15
528750D
4.72m Tri-Deck Roller Mower
TDR-22
526822C
6.70m Tri-Deck Roller Mower
SDR-65
531965C
165cm Three Point Hitch Roller Mower
SDR-90
531990C
228.6cm Three Point Hitch Roller Mower
are in conformity with Directive 98/37/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 22 June, 1998 on
the approximation of the laws of the member states relating to Machinery.
The Technical Construction File is maintained at the corporate offices of Progressive Turf Equipment Inc. at
the address listed above.
Dated at Seaforth, Ontario Canada the 24th day of November, 2014.
Luke Janmaat
President
Progressive Turf Equipment Inc.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
INTRODUCTION
TO THE OWNER ……………………………………………..
GENERAL INFORMATION …………………………………
SPECIFICATIONS ……………………………………………
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS …………………………………..
SAFETY DECAL LOCATION ………………………………
SAFETY DECALS ………………………………………
MAINTENANCE SAFETY …………………………………...
PROPER BOLT TORQUE …………………………………….
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
SET –UP INSTRUCTIONS …………………………………… 15
MAIN FRAME ASSEMBLY ………………………………….. 15
INSTALLING PTO SHAFTS …………………………………. 16
WING GUIDE CHAIN ………………………………………... 18
OPERATION OF THE MOWER
DAILY CHECK LIST ………………………………………….
HITCHING MOWER TO TRACTOR ………………………….
LEVELING THE MOWER & PTO …………………………….
CONNECTING PTO SHAFTS ……………………………….
CHECKING PTO LENGTH DURING TURNS ……………….
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT …………………………..
SAFETY CHAIN ……………………………………………….
TRANSPORTING MOWER ……………………………………
TIRES ……………………………………………………………
POWER TAKE-OFF ……………………………………………
GREASE COMPATIBILITY……………………………………..
LUBRICATION …………………………………………………
GEARBOX OIL LEVEL ………………………………………..
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MAINTENANCE
MOWER BLADE SERVICING ……………………………….
BLADE REMOVAL & INSTALLATION ……………………
BLADE SHARPENING ……………………………………….
SPINDLE INSPECTION ………………………………………
SPINDLE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL ………………………….
SPINDLE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION ……………………
ASSEMBLY OF SPINDLES ………………………………….
“V” BELT ADJUSTMENT ……………………………………
“V” BELT TENSION ………………………………………….
HYDRAULICS ………………………………………………..
TROUBLE SHOOTING ………………………………………
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TO THE OWNER:
Before you operate this mower, study this manual carefully. It has been
prepared to help you do a better and safer job of maintaining your mower.
Use only genuine Progressive Turf Equipment Inc. replacement parts.
Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet the standards
required for safe and satisfactory operation of this equipment.
Blades are especially important. The manufacturing process is a very
exacting one and only a handful of blade producers are capable of this
process. Always insist on purchasing and using OEM blades for your own
protection and that of your employees.
ATTENTION - This safety symbol means
Your personal safety is involved. Be sure to observe and follow
these instructions.
DANGER - An extreme intrinsic hazard exists which would result
in high probability of death or irreparable injury if proper
precautions are not taken.
WARNING - A hazard exists which can result in injury or death
if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION - A reminder about safety practices, or directs attention
to unsafe practices, which could result in personal injury if proper
precautions are not taken.

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GENERAL INFORMATION:
The purpose of this manual is to assist the operator in maintaining and
operating Progressive Turf Equipment mowers. Read it carefully. It
furnishes information and instructions that will help you achieve years of
dependable performance.
Some information may be general in nature due to unknown and varying
conditions. However, through experience and these instructions you should
be able to develop operating procedures suitable to your particular situation.
Throughout this manual, references are made to right and left directions.
These are determined by standing at the rear of the equipment and facing
the direction of forward travel. Blade rotation is counter-clockwise as
viewed from the top of the mower.
For quick reference, record the following information.
MODEL: TD92
DATE PURCHASED: ___________________________
SERIAL NUMBER: ___________________________
For additional information, assistance during assembly, or operation of this
mower contact Dealer machine was purchased from, or call Progressive
Turf Equipment Inc.
PHONE: [phone]
1-800-668-8873
FAX: [phone]

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TD92 MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
Cutting Width
22 feet
Ground Pressure
7 pounds per square inch
Cutting Height
¾” to 5”
Deck Flexibility
25° up, 15° down
Recommended HP
40 Min –70 Max
Tire To Ground
630 square inches on contact
Hydraulics
Requires 1 double acting
outlet, all hoses supplied to
tractor
Numbers of Tires
10 on decks, 2 on main frame
Transport Width
9 ½ ft.
Mowing Capacity
MPH 2 4 6 7-1/2
Acres per hour 5.4 10.7 16 20
Assumes no stops or overlap.
Height
10 ft.
Paint Finish
Electro-statically painted with oven
baked finish.
Length
16 ft.
SMV Sign
Located at back of mower for
safety
Ground Clearance
9 ¼”
Weight
Total 4100 lbs.
DECK
FRAME
Drive
PTO shaft to right angle gear box
driving 2-“B” section belts to 3
heavy-duty spindles.
“A” Frame
Hollow structural steel tubing with
supports at high stress areas to achieve
maximum strength.
Belt
Adjustment
Easily made by loosening four belts
at gear box base and adjusting the
slide plate forward or backward and
retightening.
Axles
Wheels
Tires
Rated at 4000 lbs. each
6 bolt, 6” bolt circle
2 P275/60SR 15” automotive radials
Deck
Construction
3/16” steel plate formed and welded
with supporting members at high
stress areas to achieve maximum
strength. Deck is 5” deep.
Hitch
4 positions, with height settings from 10-
1/2” to 15”. Safety chain with hook
according to Dept. of Transport
regulations.
Cutting
Height
Easy to use spacer bushings allow
adjustment from ¾” to 5” in 3/8”
increments.
Tongue
Weight
Transport position –965 lbs.
Mowing position –360 lbs.
Spindles
3-1 3/8” (35mm) spindles are each
carried in 2 regreaseable ball
bearings, which are housed, in a
precision machined hub.
Cylinders
Screw Jack
1-2 ½” x 16”+ 2-3” x 16” double acting
2000 lbs. top wind jack for easy hookup.
Blade Support
1/4” x 2-1/2” x 11-1/2” long bar
welded to spindle and machined. ½”
bolts hold blade rigid to provide
clean level cut.
Main Gear
Box
4 shaft gear box with 1-3/8-6 spline shafts,
delivering power to decks.
Blades
Speeds
High lift, heat treated, alloy steel
blades 5/16” x 2 1/2” x 32” per deck.
Tractor PTO –540 RPM
Blades –2215 RPM
Blade Tip Speed 18, 547 FPM
PTO
Shafts
Deck Drive…telescoping agricultural PTO
Drive shafts, with proper safety shields.
1-3/8-6 spline quick-disconnect yokes on
both ends.
Castors
18 X 9.50 X 8 NHS, 4 ply pneumatic
tires mounted on 5 bolt wheels. All
hubs are replaceable and
interchangeable.
Input PTO…rated at 85 HP at 540 RPM.

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SAFETY
WORK SAFELY ---- FOLLOW THESE RULES
Instructions given with this symbol are for personal
safety. Be sure you and your workers follow them.
A CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST
INSURANCE AGAINST AN ACCIDENT
BEFORE HANDLING ANY EQUIPMENT READ
THE OPERATOR’S
MANUAL.
To avoid accident or injury, do not allow anyone to operate this equipment
without proper instructions. Any person who operates this equipment must
be instructed in and be capable of the safe operation of the unit.
Know your controls and how to stop tractor, engine, and mower quickly in
an emergency.
OPERATING SAFELY:
Shift tractor into neutral and disengage power take-off before starting
tractor.
Never allow riders on tractor or equipment.
Use extreme care when operating on uneven terrain.
Immediately stop mower and shut off tractor upon striking any object.
Inspect mower and repair any damage before you continue mowing.
Always turn off tractor before making any adjustments to mower, if
operator has to dismount tractor.
If mower becomes clogged, disengage power to mower and turn off tractor
before dismounting.
Always disengage PTO and be sure driveline has stopped rotating before
raising decks into transport position.
Always obey all local and state regulations when operating on public
roadways and highways.
Reduce speed while operating during wet conditions on slopes, especially
when making sharp turns.

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SAFETY & MAINTENANCE DECAL LOCATIONS
ITEM
NO.
DESCRIPTION
QTY
ITEM
NO.
DESCRIPTION
QTY
1
CAUTION - TURNING
1
8
GREASING SCHEDULE
1
2
DANGER –READ MANUAL
1
9
PTO GREASING
1
3
CAUTION –REPLACE SHIELDS
7
10
SERIAL PLATE
1
4
NOTICE –HITCH SETUP
1
11
MOWER MODEL
2
5
DANGER - BLADE HAZARD
7
12
COMPANY NAME
1
6
WARNING –OEM PARTS
1
13
DANGER –OUTER TUBE
5
7
CAUTION –DISENGAGE PTO
2
14
DANGER –OUTER SHIELD
5
1
2
13
14
3
5
6
8
4
11 (BOTH SIDES)
12
10
9
5
5
13
14
5
5
3
13
14
7
5
5
3
3
3
3
3
13
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TD92 DECAL LISTING:
If decals become faded, damaged, or lost, replace immediately. Order decal
according to corresponding part number below. Complete decal kits are also
available.
TD 92 DECAL KIT –522002
ITEM 1
(521819)
ITEM 2
(209175)
ITEM 3
(209113)
ITEM 5
(209173)
ITEM 6
(209115)
ITEM 7
(521820)
ITEM 8
(521199)
ITEM 9
(521119)
ITEM 4
(521784)
ITEM 12
(521817)
ITEM 11
(521816)
PROGRESSIVE
92” TRI-DECK

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GREASE POINT DECAL
(521014)
ITEM 13
(521451)
ITEM 14
(521455)

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MAINTENANCE SAFETY:
Never work on mower without safety locks in place, if decks are in raised
position.
Keep tractor and mower in good operating condition and all safety devices
in place.
Frequently check blade mounting bolts for tightness.
Periodically check to ensure that all bolts are tight and that all nuts, screws
and cotter pins are properly installed to ensure mower is in a safe condition.
PROPER TORQUE FOR FASTENERS:
The chart lists the correct tightening torque for fasteners on Progressive
Turf Equipment mowers. When bolts are to be tightened or replaced, refer
to this chart to determine the proper torque except when specific torque
values are assigned in the manual. Only SAE Grade 5 fasteners are to be
used in the assembly of this machine, or as otherwise specified in this
manual. Bolt Head Markings
SAE Grade 2 SAE Grade 5 SAE Grade 8
(No Dashes) (3 Dashes) (6 Dashes)
Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds (Newton-Meters)
Bolt Diameter (in.)
SAE Grade 5
5/16
21 (28)
3/8
38 (52)
7/16
55 (75)
½
85 (115)
9/16
125 (170)
5/8
175 (240)
¾
300 (410)
7/8
450 (610)
1
680 (925)
1” L.H. Spindle Nut
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS:
SET - UP INSTRUCTIONS:
The mower is shipped partially assembled. Assembly will be easier if
components are aligned and loosely assembled before tightening hardware.
Recommended torque values for hardware are located on page 11.
CAUTION- Always use personal protection devices such as eye
and ear protection during assembly.
Select a suitable working area. Lay out parts and hardware to make location
easy. Refer to illustrations, accompanying text, parts lists, and exploded
view drawings.
START WITH ASSEMBLY OF MAIN FRAME:
Install tires, hitch, deck swivels and assembled hanger bearing support
bracket. Install deck swivel with grease fitting in the high position.
Next, install rear cylinder and rear deck safety lock. Be sure bolt-on clevis
end of cylinder is in the upward position. If not, it will bind on arm it is
attached to, and bend the cylinder rod.
Install pull chain between the rear deck safety and the wing safety lock,
being sure it is not twisted to get maximum length.
Install hydraulic hoses to their proper location. The top hose (31”) on the
wing lock frame fastens to the butt end of the rear cylinder, and the lower
hose (43”) attaches to rod end of the cylinder with a 90° adaptor.
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hitch can be unbolted and rotated 180° to provide different heights.
Frame must be level to provide proper flotation. Refer to “Hitching mower
to tractor” for more information.
Activate hydraulics and cycle a couple times to be sure safety locks work
correctly.
Be sure to check fluid level in your tractor after this has been done.
Now, remove mower decks from shipping brackets and set them in their
respective positions. Lower wings, install pins, and bolt them in place.
Once the entire machine has been assembled, and sitting on a level floor,
measure to see that the front sides of all decks are close to the same height.
The rear of the decks should be slightly higher than the front. This will
require less power than if the back is lower and cutting the grass twice. If
this is all correct, tighten all hardware and recheck.
INSTALLING PTO SHAFTS:
The three identical PTO shafts are used to drive the mower decks. Each
PTO shaft will have one end designated a tractor end. This end should be
hooked up to the main gear box.
IMPORTANT: The PTO shafts from the two wing decks must be timed
when mounted to the gear box. See photo below. Mount the one side first
with the yoke laying flat. The opposite side must be mounted with the yoke
laying as flat as possible. ie. Timed.
Intermediate Drive Shaft
Align Yokes Align Yokes
Wing Deck Wing Deck
PTO
PTO
Rear Deck Drive Shaft
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wrap or hook on short chain. Be sure that when decks are brought into
transport position, the safety chain will not bind or pull PTO shield.
The Intermediate shaft is installed with the large bell end onto the main gear
box. The PTO mount bracket is then installed by sliding the PTO end through
the flange bearing, and leaving the mounting bolts loose. Do not forget to
install the PTO mount bracket spacers to level the driveline. Next, install the
PTO spacer, and then the input PTO shaft and locking it in place with the bolt
end of the PTO shaft. See section on “Hitching Mower to Tractor” for
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WING GUIDING CHAIN:
In some conditions during the unfolding of the mower wings before
operating, the wing deck corner pin contacts the end of the supporting plate
and does not come to rest on the top of the plate. This is mainly caused by
either inadequate lubrication of the wing deck PTO shaft tubes or lowering
of decks while not stationary, on level ground.
The mowers make use of a guide chain connecting the wing deck and the
transport frame. This will ensure that the deck corner pin will not interfere
with the support plate and land on top of the plate.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS:(See photos below)
a) After the decks have been assembled to the frame, locate the guide chain on
the back corners of the wing decks closest to the transport tires.
b) Remove the bolt from the end of the chain.
c) Remove all twists from the chain. It must be straight or the total length of
chain will be too short.
d) With the bolt passing through the last link of the chain, and passing it over
the frame, mount it to the hole in the deck pin support plate on the inside of
the frame.
e) Tighten all bolts.
Transport Tire
Corner Pin
Wing Deck
Wing Deck Support
Guide Chain Mower Frame
Once the decks and chains are on, raise the decks and fasten all 9 blades to the
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OPERATING THE MOWER:
A careful and knowledgeable operator is the best insurance against an
accident.
Allow no riders on any equipment.
If tractor is equipped with R.O.P.S., use the seat belt for maximum
protection.
Make sure that everyone is clear of the tractor and mower before starting
the engine or operating.
DAILY CHECK LIST:
1. Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid entanglement
in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough soled work shoes. Never operate
tractor or implements in bare feet, sandals or sneakers
2. Check that mower is properly and securely attached to tractor with a
safety chain.
3. Ensure all safety shielding is properly installed and check that all nuts
and bolts are secure and pins are properly cotter-pinned.
4. Check condition of blades and security of attachment.
5. Ensure mower is properly mounted, adjusted and in good operating
condition.
6. Clear area of stones, branches or other debris that might be thrown
causing injury or damage.
7. Never permit any person other than the operator to ride or board the
tractor at any time.
8. Check that all lubrication points with grease fittings have been lubricated
as per schedule.
9. Check all gearboxes for proper amount of gear oil. Mower must be on
level surface when this is done.
Be sure actuator pull rope is properly secured and will not become entangled
in PTO shaft.

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HITCHING MOWER TO TRACTOR:
NOTICE - Attach mower to drawbar only.
Drawbar should be adjusted so it is 14” to 15” from the centerline of the
draw-pin hole to end of PTO shaft. This is critical for proper PTO shaft
operation.
Adjust hitch or drawbar so mower frame (Item #30, Page 8) is at the most
level position in relation with the ground. This will ensure proper flotation
of the wing decks.
CAUTION - Safety chain must always be attached to towing
vehicle.
CAUTION - When towing mower on any roadways, lock
brakes together. Use proper lighting and marking devices
according to the local regulations.
NOTE: If the three-point hitch is attached to tractor, be sure it will not
contact any part of the mower when making sharp turns. Mount the hose
support bracket so the large access hole is directly over the grease fitting on
the hanger bearing. The hose support rod may have to be bent back slightly
to clear the three point hitch arms.