Tru-Turf RC50 User manual

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Original Instructions
The products detailed in this manual conform to the
following standards:
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, EMC Directive
2014/30/EU & EN ISO 4254-1:2015
CE Declaration available at www.truturf.com
Manual Revision: B
Change Description: Manual updated to CE cert level.
Released: 12/08/2023
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Table of Contents
1. Machine Information Record
2. Specifications
3. Safety Information
4. Warranty
5. Pre-Operation Checklist
6. Standard Operation Procedures
7. Points to Remember
8. Maintenance Schedule
9. Maintenance
10. Safety and Instructional Decals
11. Operating Positions
12. Assembly, Generic Transmission Cover
13. Assembly, Body
14. Assembly, Foot Pedal
15. Assembly, Drive Unit
16. Assembly, Engine Mount, GX200
17. Assembly, Hydraulic Drive
18. Assembly, Transmission Unit
19. Assembly, Chain Tensioner Arm - LH
20. Assembly, Chain Tensioner Arm - RH
21. Assembly, Flex Tube Drive Roller
22. Assembly, Flex Chain Drive Roller
23. Assembly, Steering - Overlapping Heads
24. Assembly, Front Smoothing Head
25. Assembly, Rear Smoothing Head
26. Assembly, Nodule Sweeper, (Short)
27. Assembly, Nodule Sweeper, (Long)
28. Connecting Rods
29. Assembly, Joystick
30. Assembly, Trailer
31. Assembly, Trailer Hub
32. Assembly, Seat & Frame
33. Assembly, Seat
34. Options: Kit
35. Options: H-Frame
36. Options: Spiker
37. Options: Slicer
38. Options: Brush
39. Harness Loom
40. Troubleshooting : Roller
41. Available Spare Parts
Separate engine Owner’s Manual can be downloaded from
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RC50 Owner’s Manual
Machine Information Record
Machine Information
Model. RC50 Golf Green Roller
Serial No.______________________________
Engine No._____________________________
Transmission No.________________________
Purchase Date No. ______________________
Congratulations on your investment in the RC50 Golf
Greens Roller and your move to smoother, faster, and
more consistent putting greens.
The following operation and maintenance manual has
been prepared for use with the RC50 Golf Greens Roller.
It is intended as a guide and supplemental updates to the
manual may take place at a future date, without prior
notice. For the latest information visit www.truturf.com.
This machine is engineered to be simple to operate and
easy to maintain.
If you have any questions or concerns that this manual
does not address, please feel free to contact your
distributor or email [email protected]
Distributor Information
Name: _____________________________
Address: _____________________________
___________________________________________
Telephone: _____________________________
Fax: _____________________________
Email: _____________________________
Each page contains a Table of Contents
hyperlink, see lower centre of page.
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Specifications
Engine
Type
Horsepower
Lighting
Oil Capacity
Honda - Gasoline
6.5 hp, (4.85kw)
Yes
0.63qts (0.6L)
Transmission
Manufacturer Type Eaton Hydrostatic 11
Oil Capacity 6qts (6.84L) + Filter
Cooling 8 blade hydro transmission cooling
fan
Drivetrain 1/2” duplex chain, self adjusting
ISO 08B2
Drive Roller Rubber coated, non-stick
Direction Control Foot pedals
Speed Control Foot pedals
Operating Speed 0-9 mph (0-15kph)
Steering Joystick - Light load, directly
connected to smoothing heads
Vibration Reduced through engine isolation
mounts
Seat Premium UV protected, with
adjustable arm rests
Trailer Integrated, heavy duty. Quick & easy
transition from transport to rolling
position
Ground Pressure (Footprint) 3.7 psi (25.5 kPa)
Rolling Width (Swath) 50”(1270mm)
Weight - Operating 726lb. (330kg)
Roller Cleaners Self cleaning nodules
Tires 18 x 6.50 x 8
Start / Stop Switch & recoil
Brake - Park Handbrake, Drum style
OPS Safety Switch Seat activated
Optional Equipment Lights & Drawbar coupling
Warranty 2 years - Limited manufacturers
warranty
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Safety Information
Safety is of the utmost importance when operating turf
equipment.
To ensure safe operation of the RC50 Golf Greens Roller,
please follow the following safety guidelines.
•Always make a pre-operation inspection before you start
rolling. If this procedure is not carried out, damage to
property or personnel may occur.
•Keep children, pets and inexperienced personnel away from
the machine. This machine should only be operated by
trained and skilled personnel - check with your supervisor if
you are unsure.
•Know how to stop the machine when in motion. Read and
understand manufacturers manual, as supplied.
•Never permit inexperienced operators to use the machine.
This machine requires certain knowledge and expertise to
operate it; you must be a trained person to use this
machine. Unskilled persons can harm themselves and
others if they operate this machine.
•When transporting the roller or carrying out maintenance,
make sure the trailer lockdown mechanism is secured by
the locking pin to prevent premature release of the catch.
•If the trailer catch is not correctly engaged while towing
and releases accidentally, the front of the roller can drop
and dig into the ground, causing the machine to move
dangerously in any direction causing bodily injury and
result in damage to the drive roller and other
components.
•When the roller is running, always keep hands and loose
clothing away from rotating shafts, chains, belts and
sprockets in the transmission area.
•This machine should not be used on slopes greater that
10 degrees.
•It is recommended to wear appropriate personal
protection equipment (PPE), as per local laws. These may
include hearing protection, eyes and appropriate closed
shoes and clothing PPE. Environmental conditions should
also be taken into consideration.
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Safety Information
•If hair, clothing, or loose objects become entangled on a
rotating shaft, serious bodily injury could occur. Always
stop engine before opening safety cover.
•Never ride on the machine when machine is being towed.
To the Operator: Remember, it is your responsibility to
be aware of your surroundings.
To avoid accidents, think safe and operate safe.
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Safety Information
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IMPORTANT EU MACHINERY DIRECTIVE INFORMATION
SAFETY WARNINGS
Hearing Protection.
Hearing protection to be worn whilst operating this machine.
Read Operator’s Manual.
Only personnel that have read and fully understood the Operator’s Manual
should operate this equipment.
Keep Bystanders Away.
The operator should ensure that bystanders are not in the immediate
vicinity of the machine when it is in use.
Machine Rollover.
Do not use this machine on slopes greater than 10 degrees.

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Safety Information
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Readings taken at full power
SOUND AND VIBRATION LEVELS
The sound and whole body/hand/arm vibration levels are shown below. Please take note of the levels and
determine appropriate operator actions, (wearing hearing protection and/or limiting the time of use when
operating the machinery).
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RC50 Owner’s Manual
Warranty
Conditions and Products Covered
Tru-Turf warrant your Tru-Turf Roller to be free from defects
in materials or workmanship for two years or 1550
operational hours*, whichever occurs first.
This warranty is applicable to all products. Where a
warrantable condition exists, we will repair the product at no
cost to you including diagnostics, labor, and parts. This
warranty begins on the date the product is delivered to the
original retail purchaser.
*Product to be equipped with an operating hour meter fitted.
Claiming Warranty Service
You are responsible for notifying the Products Distributor or
Authorized Products Dealer from whom you purchased the
product as soon as you believe a warrantable condition exists.
If you need help locating a products distributor or authorized
dealer, or if you have questions regarding your warranty
rights or responsibilities, you may contact us at:
Tru-Turf Service Department
Tru-Turf Pty Ltd
16/6 Energy Circuit, Robina
Queensland 4221,
Australia
E-mail: [email protected]
Owner Responsibilities
As the Product Owner, you are responsible for required
maintenance and adjustments stated in your Operator’s
Manual. Failure to perform required maintenance and
adjustments can be grounds for disallowing a warranty
claim.
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Warranty
Items and Conditions Not Covered
Not all product failures or malfunctions that occur during
the warranty period are defects in materials or
workmanship. This warranty does not cover the following:
•Product failures which result from the use of non-Tru-
Turf replacement parts, or from installation and use of
add-on, or modified non-Tru-Turf branded accessories
and products.
Product failures which result from failure to perform
recommended maintenance and/or adjustments. Failure
to properly maintain your Tru-Turf roller per the
Recommended Maintenance listed in the Operator’s
Manual can result in claims for warranty being denied.
Product failures which result from operating the Product
in an abusive, negligent, or reckless manner.
•Parts subject to consumption through use unless found to
be defective. Examples of parts which are consumed, or
used up, during normal Product operation include, but are
not limited to, brakes pads and linings, slicers, spiker tines,
tires, filters, belts, springs, sprockets, chains, bearings and
pulleys.
•Failures caused by outside influence. Items considered to
be outside influence include, but are not limited to,
weather, storage practices, contamination, use of
unapproved lubricants or additives, etc.
•Normal noise, vibration, wear and tear, and
deterioration.
•Normal “wear and tear” includes, but is not limited to,
damage to seats due to wear or abrasion, worn painted
surfaces or scratched decals.
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Warranty
•Specific component parts supplied to Tru-Turf by OEM
suppliers are covered by the supplier’s Warranty.
These parts and components include but are not
limited to, Eaton Transmissions, Honda Engines,
Sevcon Controllers, Foot Pedal & Trailer Arm Struts,
Curtis Controllers & Electronic Foot Pedals, Toggle
Switch, Rexnord Gearboxes & Electric Motors, Seats,
Drive Rollers, Hour Meter, Rod Ends, Lights, Hood,
Transmission Cover, Fan, Rubber Coupling.
Parts
Parts scheduled for replacement as required maintenance
are warranted for the period up to the scheduled
replacement time for that part. Parts replaced under this
warranty are covered for the duration of the original
product warranty and the removed parts become the
property of Tru-Turf. Tru- Turf will make the final decision
whether to repair any existing part or assembly or replace
it.Tru-Turf may use remanufactured parts for warranty
repairs.
Note Regarding Deep Cycle Battery Warranty:
•Deep cycle batteries have a specified total number of
kilowatt-hours they can deliver during their lifetime.
Operating, recharging, and maintenance techniques can
extend or reduce total battery life. As the batteries in this
product are consumed, the amount of useful work between
charging intervals will slowly decrease until the battery is
completely worn out.
•Replacement of worn-out batteries, due to normal
consumption, is the responsibility of the product owner.
Battery replacement may be required during the normal
product warranty period at owner’s expense.
Maintenance is at Owner’s Expense
Maintenance of your Tru-Turf roller is to be conducted as per
the owner’s manual for your Tru- Turf product at the owner’s
expense.
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Warranty
General Conditions
Repair by an Authorized Tru-Turf Distributor or Dealer is your
sole remedy under this warranty.
Tru-Turf is not liable for indirect, incidental or
consequential damages in connection with the use of
the Tru-Turf Products covered by this warranty,
including any cost or expense of providing substitute
equipment or service during reasonable periods of
malfunction or non-use pending completion of repairs
under this warranty. Except for the Emissions warranty
referenced below, if applicable, there is no other express
warranty.
All implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for
use are limited to the duration of this express warranty.
Some states/ countries do not allow exclusions of
incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state and
country to country.
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Pre-Operation Checklist
❑Ensure steering joystick has no looseness.
❑Check that foot pedal depresses under normal foot
pressure.
❑Ensure that the draw bar locking catch mechanism is
securely locked to the main draw bar and the safetypin is
fitted when trailing the roller.
❑Check and tighten grub screws fitted to the end bearing lock
rings on the rubber coated drive roller and the spiker shaft
bearings (if fitted) & pivot bearings on each smoothing
head.
❑Lightly grease bearings fitted to drive roller, spiker shaft (if
fitted) and Smoothing Head pivot bearings. Replace plastic
caps if missing.
❑Oil rod ends, sparingly.
❑Check tire pressure for proper operating pressure (18-
24psi). Do not over inflate.
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Standard Operation Procedures
1. Inspect and check that the roller is serviceable prior to departing
from the workshop.
2. Use a suitable towing vehicle to move the roller from green to
green.
3. Maximum recommended towing speed would be equal to a
motorized golf buggy, i.e., approximately 10-12mph/ 16-19kph.
Towing at excess speed or across rough terrain may cause
damage to the machine and trailer.
4. When approaching the green do not tow the roller onto the
green to set up, put the roller on the fringe of the green. Put
trailer in the up position, switch on the roller and drive it
onto the green.
5. Greens can be rolled in any direction; take care to ensure there
are no crease lines produced on the surface.
6. It is recommended that you place the smoothing head rollers on
the high side of the green when rolling. This increases the weight
onto the rubber drive roller and creates better traction, it also
reduces slipping or spinning of the drive roller on the green,
depending on the operator’s ability.
7. Whilst becoming familiar with the roller, set the throttle at
about 1/2 - 3/4 speed. Press the left or right foot pedal
down gently but not suddenly. Be smooth with your action,
hold in this position until nearing the edge of the green,
then take your foot gently off the pedal, the roller will come
to a stop. Rest your other foot on the opposite pedal and
gently apply the pressure to the pedal. It then starts to
move the roller in the opposite direction. Once again be
gentle with the pedal, but not sudden. By using the left and
right pedal in this manner, will ensure there is no damage to
the green and less wear and tear on the equipment and
operator.
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Standard Operation Procedures
8. The correct procedure for rolling the green is:
a) Select the correct direction to roll the green, remember this
roller can roll the greens in all directions.
b) Start on one side of the green and work your way across the
green in a zigzag fashion, slightly overlapping each lap you roll:
this makes sure you don’t miss any part of the green and all of
the green is rolled. Avoid coming back across the green to roll
missed areas if possible. You should be able to complete the
rolling of 18 greens in the same amount of time, or quicker,
than by mowing using a triplex mower.
9. When rolling of the green is completed, move the roller onto
the fringe, switch off the ignition, lock the trailer into the towing
position, connect it to the towing vehicle then move off to the
next green to be rolled.
10. When using the pin hitch style drawbar, the following 3 points
must be adhered to.
a) Ensure that the hole size in the tow hitch fitted to the
towing vehicle is at least 3/8”(10mm) larger in
diameter than the pin size fitted on the roller draw bar
hitch.
b) When towing forwards or reversing, be sure that the
roller is not put into a jack-knifed position, if it is, then
damage to the pin hitch will occur.
c) Do not cross excessively steep hills or dips where the
tow hitch pin may gouge the turf and damage the drive
roller.
Do not put the trailer down into the towing position
on the green; damage may occur to the green from
the roller tires and body.
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Ensure that the safety pin
is correctly fitted in place,
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11. This machine is equipped with a seat safety switch. This
operates in the same way as that on the ride-on mowers,
where if the operator attempts to leave the seat whilst the
engine is running and has not fully engaged the parking
brake, the engine will stop.
12. Starting the engine. The engine will not start unless the park
brake lever is in the fully engaged or in the on position.
Refer to the Honda user manual for correct engine starting
and running procedures.
13. Ensure that the fuel cock is switched to the off position
whilst transporting the roller between greens, otherwise
flooding of the engine with fuel may occur. This causes
difficulties in the starting of the engine.
14. Keep the roller on the greens surface. It is not necessary to
roll onto the collars or fringes.
15. The operator needs to become familiar with the timing
required to stop and the distance required to do so at the
speed being travelled, remembering that the roller is quite
heavy.
16.There is a park brake fitted to the roller. This is to be used
only in an emergency or when parking or leaving the machine,
especially on an incline. The park brake should not be used in
the normal operation of the roller.
Park Brake
The park brake lever operates on an over-centre
principal.
To engage the park brake, pull the park brake lever
fully up and back.
The park brake lever will remain in this on position.
To disengage the park brake, push the park brake
lever fully forward and down.
The park brake lever will remain in this off position.
Always operate the roller with the park brake off!
Caution: Do not operate the roller with the park brake
engaged as this will damage park brake components.
When stopping and before getting off the machine,
always apply the Park Brake.
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Transport lifting
WARNING: The lift points shown in the diagram,
must only be used to lift the machine to carry
out transport lifting. It is not permitted to carry
out maintenance whilst the roller is hanging
from the slings.
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Sling here
(around pivot axle)
Sling here
(around channel)
Sling here
(around pivot axle)

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Points to Remember
•Make sure the roller is serviceable before rolling.
•Start rolling from the fringe of the green.
•Pick a point on the other side of the green to roll to.
•Do not look at the green close to the roller, it makes it
difficult to steer the roller straight. Look well ahead.
•Use 1/2 throttle until you are proficient at operating the
roller.
•Once you choose your rolling line hold the joystick steady,
correcting direction gently as required.
•Move the steering joystick a little at a time to change
direction; excessive movement of the joystick makes it
difficult to maintain a straight line.
•Roll in straight lines.
•Do not leave the engine running with the roller parked on
the green; the engine vibration will cause roller depression
marks on the green.
•Move off the green when rolling is complete before putting
the trailer in the down position.
•When rolling steep greens and the engine stops, check
engine oil level. The engine is fitted with a safety switch;
when the engine oil level is low the engine will stop.
•When stopping and before getting off the machine always
apply the Park Brake.
•Remember to turn off the fuel cock whilst towing the
roller.
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Maintenance Schedule
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Description Pre-Delivery Pre-Operating
Monthly
12 Monthly
Check engine oil
√ √
Check transmission oil level
√ √
Beware of contaminants entering the transmission
√ √
Lubricate drive chain
√ √
Check tires max 18 psi
√ √
Check fuel level
√ √
Check smoothing roller bearings
√ √ √
Check drive roller bearings
√ √ √
Check for loose nuts and bolts
√ √
Renew engine oil
As per manufacturers handbook
Renew transmission oil
Every 500hrs or 12 monthly
Renew transmission oil filter
*√
Renew smoothing roller bearings
*√
Renew drive roller bearings
*√
Renew chain tensioner wear pads
* as required
Renew drive chain
*√
Replace foot pedal struts
* as required
Replace trailer strut
* as required
Note. Areas indicated with a *
need to be changed when
defective or as required. This may
be before the recommended
replacement schedule.
Please replace all parts, as necessary.