Weeders Digest Lake Groomer User manual

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GENERAL INFORMATION
© 2017 by Lake Groomer. All rights reserved
This manual may not be reproduced, photocopied, copied, duplicated or translated
without prior written consent from Lake Groomer.
Using this product in methods not intented by Lake Groomer are strictly prohibited
without prior written permission from Lake Groomer.
CONSULT YOUR STATE AND LOCAL AUTHORITIES FOR WEED REMOVAL
REGULATIONS. REGULATIONS VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
To prevent the risk of spreading aquatic invasive species, consult your state and
local regulations before relocating or transporting the Lake Groomer between public
bodies of water.
General Product Information:
Lake Groomer
474 45th Street South
Fargo, ND 58103
Monday - Friday | 8:00 am through 5:00 pm (CST)
701-234-0476
701-232-6666 (Fax)
[e-mail]
www.lakegroomer.com
We welcome feedback on our product, accessories and this manual. Feel free to
contact us regarding any questions, comments or suggestions!
Lake Groomer is a division of Eastside Machine Company, Fargo, ND.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
REVISION LOG
Updated Version of Manual ............................................................November 2017 v 1.1
Original Version of Manual ...................................................................... April 2015 v 1.0
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION
Serial Number...........................................................................................................4
Getting to KnowYour Lake Groomer ......................................................................4
SECTION 2 - TERMINOLOGY
Terms .........................................................................................................................6
SECTION 3 - WARRANTY
Product Registration.................................................................................................7
Warranty ....................................................................................................................7
SECTION 4 - SAFETY INFORMATION
Electrical Safety ........................................................................................................9
Operational Safety....................................................................................................9
Safety Decals........................................................................................................... 11
SECTION 5 - ASSEMBLY & SETUP
Box Contents ..........................................................................................................12
Before Operating ....................................................................................................12
Becoming Familiar with Lake Groomer’s Movement and Controls ...................13
Sensor Clearance....................................................................................................13
Choosing the Best Dock Mount Position .............................................................. 14
Preparing the Rollers..............................................................................................15
Installing Lake Groomer.........................................................................................15
SettingTravel Limits................................................................................................ 19
SECTION 6 - EXTRA FEATURES
Dealing with Muck ..................................................................................................20
Setting the Cycles to Run .......................................................................................20
Increasing/Decreasing the Load Percentage ........................................................21
SECTION 7 - MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
Regular Maintenance .............................................................................................22
Off-Season Storage ................................................................................................22
SECTION 8 - PARTS
Rollers (Tube with Fins Assembly) ........................................................................23
Lower Drive Assembly ...........................................................................................24
Upper Drive Assembly ...........................................................................................26
Detaching the Drive Head ......................................................................................27
SECTION 9 - OPTIONS
Dockless Anchor Kit ................................................................................................28
Roller Assembly ......................................................................................................28
Mud Kit ....................................................................................................................29
Extension Kit ...........................................................................................................29
Roller Connect Plate Kit..........................................................................................30
SECTION 10 - “POWER SHARE” PROGRAM
“Power Share” Program ........................................................................................31

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SERIAL NUMBER
It is important to provide your serial number to an authorized dealer when
requesting service, ordering parts or requesting any other information. Locate
the serial number using the figure below and document the number in the space
provided.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAKE GROOMER
Congratulations on your Lake Groomer purchase.The Lake Groomer is designed,
manufactured and tested to be environmentally friendly. Since Lake Groomer is
chemical-free, it is the optimal choice for the health and enjoyment of your family,
friends and neighbors, as well as the plants and animals who depend on local water
supplies.
Initially, you will want to run Lake Groomer continuously, any time the lake front is
not in use. After the first three to seven days, once existing weed growth has been
removed, it will only need to be cycled 1-5 hours per week.
Please read and understand this manual before operating the Lake Groomer. This
document is intended to provide you with all the information necessary to setup and
operate your Lake Groomer. Minimal tools are required for an efficient set up.
It is necessary to inspect, maintain and monitor your Lake Groomer to ensure it is
operating as intended.The following pages provide you with information to assist in
the installation, operation, warranty, maintenance and service of this equipment.
RECORD YOUR SERIAL NUMBER HERE
SERIAL NUMBER
LOCATED HERE
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LAKE GROOMER & EcOSYSTEM HEALTH
Some states and localities have different regulations that may involve a permit
process regarding if and where you can install Lake Groomer. It is recommended
that you check your state and local weed removal regulations before purchasing a
Lake Groomer.
Additionally, some states and localities have special rules to govern the use of
products like Lake Groomer during spawning season. Work with your local Natural
Resources or Fisheries and Wildlife authorities to determine when this occurs and
what actions should be taken to be a good steward of your body of water.
To prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species, it is important to consult state
and local regulations regarding transporting and installing Lake Groomer between
bodies of water.
Legal restrictions pertaining to the use of Lake Groomer may be because of federal,
state, county or city governments or municipalities, lake associations, or private
access lakes. Always comply with local requirements when using Lake Groomer.
TELL YOUR NEIGHBORS
Your neighbors may have questions about your Lake Groomer and whether it will
negatively affect their property or lake front. We recommend that you talk with them
before installing Lake Groomer to explain how it works and to reassure them that it
will not cause any harm to water quality or lake life.
In areas where muck exists, sediment will be stirred and may temporarily cloud the
water. Normal wind and wave patterns will clear the area quickly.
Your neighbors may be interested in learning about Lake Groomer’s unique “Power
Share” program. Lake Groomer can be purchased without the upper drive unit,
which allows two to three neighbors to easily move one power unit to different
roller installations, making the Lake Groomer an even better investment for all.
DEALING WITH UpROOTED WEEDS
When you first begin using Lake Groomer, uprooted vegetation will float to the
surface. It is important that you gather these weeds and fragments and ensure their
proper disposal. Failure to collect uprooted vegetation may cause the weeds to float
away and re-root elsewhere.The cleanup and safe disposal of weeds is required by
many natural resource departments.
After the first several days, once the area has been cleared, it is usually not
necessary to continue gathering weeds. Keep in mind that this year’s weeds
decompose and become next year’s muck, so removing these weeds will also
improve muck issues.
Remember, do not enter the water while Lake Groomer is operating!
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TERMS
LOWER DRIVE ASSEMBLY
Consists of the lower drive weldment, gearbox, communication tube, anchor tube
and base foot pad.
DRIVE HEAD ASSEMBLY
Consists of the motor, drive, GFCI plug, directional sensors and travel adjustment
pucks.
ROLLERS (TUBE WITH FINS ASSEMBLY)
Consists of the main roller tubes and fins to agitate the lake bed.
DIRECTIONAL SENSORS
Consists of sensors with LED indicators.These sensors, along with the directional
pucks (described below) are used to change the direction of the rollers.
DIRECTIONAL PUCKS
Consists of an upper and lower puck.The upper puck controls the clockwise direction
and the lower puck controls the counterclockwise direction.Thumb screws are used
to lock the pucks at the desired angle to limit the path of travel.
TOGGLE SWITCH
Consists of a switch located on the drive head assembly.Toggling the switch will
engage the rollers to start traveling.Toggling the switch off and on again will cause
Lake Groomer to switch direction; this is useful when setting the limits of the roller
tubes.
AUGER TUBE ASSEMBLY
Consists of auger tube with lake bed auger at one end and tube drive at the other.
Used to anchor Lake Groomer into the ground. Use a 1/2 inch drive ratchet or speed
wrench to turn the auger tube assembly into the ground.
GEARBOX
Consists of gears that drive and reverse the rollers.
MOTOR
Drives the gearbox.
DRIVE
Regulates the motor and coordinates with the toggle switch to engage the Lake
Groomer.
DRIVE COUPLER WELDMENT
Connects drive assembly to the rollers (tube assemblies).
COUPLER TUBE
Consists of tubes that connect the rollers to one another and to the lower drive
assembly.
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PRODUCT REGISTRATION & WARRANTy
pRODUcT REGISTRATION & WARRANTY AcTIvATION
To properly activate your warranty and register your Lake Groomer contact Lake
Groomer at 701-234-0476 or visit lakegroomer.com/product-registration
NOTE: Complete your product registry within 30 days of purchase or your warranty
will be void.
We recommend attaching your original purchase receipt to this manual. Record your
original purchase date and product registration completion dates below.
PURCHASE DATE PRODUCT REGISTRATION DATE
________________________________________________
MONTH DAY YEAR
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MONTH DAY YEAR
LIMITED WARRANTY
Eastside Machine Company warrants to the original owner each new Lake Groomer
product to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use
and service.The product is warranted to the original owner and from the date
of purchase according to the completed warranty registration on file at Eastside
Machine Company.
In the event of a failure, return the product (at your cost) along with proof of
purchase, to the selling Lake Groomer dealer. Eastside Machine Company will, at its
option, repair or replace any parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.
Warranty on any repairs will not extend beyond the product warranty.
Repair or attempted repair by anyone other than an Eastside dealer, as well as
subsequent failure or damage that may occur as a result of that work, will not be
paid under this warranty. Eastside does not warrant replacement components
manufactured by or sold other vendors.
• Warranty length is for 3 years or 12,000 cycles, whichever is greater.
• Warranty applies only to parts or components that are defective in material or
workmanship.
• Warranty does not cover normal wear items.
• Warranty does not cover roller installations longer than 35 feet (5 rollers).
• Warranty does not cover depreciation or damage due to misuse, negligence,
accident or improper maintenance.
• Warranty does not cover normal maintenance, service or adjustments.
• Warranty does not cover damage due to improper setup, installation or
adjustment.
• Warranty does not cover damage due to unauthorized modification to this
product.
• Warranty does not cover act of God damage or other environmental
catastrophes.
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3WARRANTy
Eastside Machine Company is not liable for any property damage, personal injury
or death resulting from the unauthorized modification or alteration to this product
or the owner’s failure to assemble, install, maintain or operate this product in
accordance with the provisions of the owner’s manual.
Eastside Machine Company is not liable for indirect, incidental or consequential
damages or injuries including, but not limited to, loss of profits, rental or substitute
equipment or other personal or commercial loss.
Eastside Machine Company makes no warranties, representations or promised,
expressed or implied as to the performance of this product other than those set
forth in this warranty. Neither the dealer nor any other person has any authority to
make any representations, warranties or promises on behalf of Eastside or to modify
the terms or limitations of this warranty in any way. Eastside, at its discretion, may
periodically offer limited, written enhancement to this warranty.
Eastside Machine Company reserves the right to change the design and/or
specifications of the Lake Groomer at any time without obligation to previous
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SAFETy INFORMATION
ELEcTRIcAL SAFETY
Water and electricity can be an extreme electrical hazard.To prevent electrocution,
follow these recommendations and always be extra cautious when working around
water with power cords and components.
• Only use an outdoor-rated 12-gauge power cord. It is very important to use a
tested GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) as the source for your 110V power
to the Lake Groomer. Failure to follow this instruction will put you at risk for
electrocution.
• Use of a power cord longer than 100 feet is not recommended.
• Always inspect your power cord before use. It is important that there are no
cracks, breaks or cuts in the insulation. Make sure grounding lug and connectors
are intact.
• Use a designated 15-amp circuit; too many items plugged into the same circuit
may cause the GFCI to false trip.
• Keep power cords out of the water. We recommend using zip ties to attach
the cord to the underside of your dock so it doesn’t fall into the water, cause a
tripping hazard or get stepped on.
• Disconnect power cord before servicing, adding options, when not in use and
before entering the water.
OpERATIONAL SAFETY
The Lake Groomer is capable of clearing a 21-foot radius with the standard setup.
It is recommended that any known and visible obstructions be removed prior to
operating.This will eliminate the need to deal with the obstructions after the Lake
Groomer is operating.
• Read and understand this manual. Be completely familiar with the controls and
proper use of Lake Groomer before installing.
• Do not allow children to operate this equipment.
• Do not enter the water or allow others to enter the water when Lake Groomer is
operating.
• Do not allow swimmers or pets to stand on, dive from or swim near the Lake
Groomer.
• When Lake Groomer is not in use, park the rollers near the dock or lifts or in
another position where it is not likely to come into contact with people.
• Do not reposition Lake Groomer when it is operating. Unplug at the source and
make sure all moving parts have come to a stop before repositioning.
WARNING
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• Avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing or clothing with ties or drawstrings while
operating or servicing your Lake Groomer as they may become entangled with
the Lake Groomer unit.
• Never run Lake Groomer without the cover in place.To prevent damage to the
electrical components, do not leave the cover off.
• Always disconnect the power cord before servicing Lake Groomer or entering
the water. Note that there is a 3-second delay after the power source has been
removed. Make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop when the
unit has powered down.
• If Lake Groomer has stalled, hit a foreign object, is vibrating or making an
unusual noise, disconnect the power. After confirming power has been
disconnected and moving parts have stopped:
Check for any loose or damaged parts
Remove any obstructions
Replace and/or repair damaged parts
• Periodically inspect the Lake Groomer to ensure it is operating as intended.
Check the rollers and coupler joints and tighten hardware as needed to prevent
any damage from loose hardware.
• Do not operate Lake Groomer in water depths greater than the recommended
4 1/2-foot depth. If your water depth is greater than 4 1/2 feet, extension kits are
available to operate your Lake Groomer safely and prevent any damage to the
unit.
• Lake Groomer is equipped with an automatic reset GFCI plug. If Lake Groomer
fails to power up, unplug the power cord and inspect the cord for damage.
Check to ensure the GFCI at the 110V source has not tripped. Check that the
circuit is not overloaded; Lake Groomer should have its own designated circuit,
and plugging too many items into the 110V source may cause false trips.