Turfco - Turfco Topdresser - 225 - Parts
Turfco - Turfco Topdresser - 225 - Parts
Turfco - Turfco Topdresser - 225 - Parts
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MAINTENANCE MANUAL
PARTS LIST
TURFCO ®
®
Mete--R--Matic Top Dresser
Model F15B
Table Of Contents
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 F15B TOP DRESSER
Specifications
Intended Use: The F15B Mete-R-Matic is a pedestrian controlled and operated, self--propelled top dresser.
The F15B is intended to be used for the application of properly prepared organic top dressing material. The
F15B is NOT intended to be used for any other purposed other than the application of properly prepared top
dressing material. The F15B is NOT designed for or intended to accept riders.
WARNING
THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
ONLY OPERATE ENGINE IN AREAS WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION.
DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE IN ENCLOSED AREAS.
SAFETY 4 F15B TOP DRESSER
General Safety Practices and string trimmers. Rotary mowers can throw debris
at speeds up to 200 mph (320 Km/h).
Safety on the job should always be a top priority. S Hearing: If the noise level of the equipment is too loud,
consider the use of ear protection.
Training and experience are important factors in the
S Do not use stereo headsets during operation. This is
safe operation of equipment. Please consider the a distraction that may lead to an accident. Headsets
following information and realize that safe operation is a also make it difficult to hear other people and
matter of using common sense as it relates to the equipment while operating the machine.
machine, its maintenance, the operator, the training, S Respirators: When operating in dusty, windy
and the operating conditions. These are general safety conditions, wear a respirator. This is also an important
instructions that apply to most turf maintenance consideration if operating equipment while spraying
equipment. chemicals and fertilizers.
S Gloves: Use gloves when handling sharp or
TRAINING:
hazardous objects.
S Always read the manual before operating a machine
for the first time. THE OPERATOR:
S Always read the warning decals before operating a S The operator should never use a machine while under
machine for the first time. the influence of alcohol or drugs.
S Always check the location and use of each control S The operator should be aware of the hazards of
before operating a machine for the first time. working in the sun and should take proper precautions
S Practice operating the machine in a safe area with no to avoid heat stress and dehydration. Use sun screen
obstructions until becoming familiar with the controls. products when necessary.
S If you have questions, ask your supervisor or call the S The operator should never attempt to ride a machine
factory. that is not designed for that propose. Do not allow
CLOTHING: others to ride a machine that is not designed for
S Clothes should be snug fit. Loose fitting clothing is passengers. If designed to carry passengers, do not
hazardous because it may get caught in the allow more passengers to ride a machine than the
mechanism during service or operation. machine was designed to carry.
S Remove jewelry before operation. Jewelry may get S Care should always be taken when mounting and
caught in the mechanism. dismounting a riding machine. Prevent injuries and
S Wear shoes that will protect your feet. Sneakers do falls by making sure the operator does not slip.
not protect and do not provide the protection of leather Unless it is an emergency, do not jump off a machine.
shoes or boots. Steel toed safety shoes should be Injury may result when an operator’s foot slips trying
considered for many situations. to jump from a machine.
S Hard Hat: The use of a hard hat should be considered S Do not operate any equipment at unsafe speeds.
when using equipment on a golf course. The danger Speeds should be reduced when turning or operating
of being hit by a golf ball should be a major concern on slopes. The operator must use common sense to
as well as protection while operating under trees. determine a safe speed based on the equipment, the
S Eye Protection: Safety glasses and/or face shields load, the slope, the surface, and other conditions that
should be considered when operating, as well as may affect safe operation.
working in close proximity to high speed rotary S The operator must be aware of the conditions around
equipment. Watch for rotary mowers, edgers, brush the area. Be aware of other people and machines.
F15B TOP DRESSER 5 SAFETY
S Beware of slippery conditions. Wet turf can be S Do not store, spill, or use gasoline near an open flame,
encountered on slopes, when turning or stopping, or nor near an appliance like a stove, furnace, or water
at higher speeds. heater that uses a pilot light or can create a spark.
S Keep hands and feet away from cutting devices and S Do not refuel indoors or in an unventilated area.
drive components. Shut off the engine and remove Check the fuel level. Do not over fill. Do not add fuel
the key or ignition wire when servicing cutting devices while the machine is hot because spilled fuel may
or drive components. cause a fire. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
S If required to lift, an operator should ask for help if the
S Do not transport the machine with fuel in the tank.
object is too heavy. The operator should lift with his or
her legs instead of the back. Care should be taken to S Do not remove the fuel tank cap or fill the fuel tank
avoid twisting the back while lifting a heavy load. while the engine is hot or running.
S Never allow children to operate the machine. S Do not operate the engine if gasoline is spilled, when
the smell of gasoline is present, or when other
THE MACHINE: explosive conditions exist. Move the equipment away
S Tow vehicles must have adequate tow hitches and from the spill and avoid any ignition until the gasoline
brakes to control any towed machine. Check the
has evaporated.
weight and capacity of the machine that will be towed
S Do not choke the carburetor to stop the engine.
by that vehicle. Trucks used to carry equipment must
have adequate load capacity and brakes. Check the Whenever possible, gradually reduce the engine
weight and capacity of the machine that will be towed speed before stopping.
by that vehicle. S Do not tamper with the governor springs, links or other
S Do not overload machinery. The components are parts to increase the engine speed. Run the engine at
designed for certain weights and capacities. the speed set by the equipment manufacturer.
Overloading the machine will cause unsafe S Do not check for a spark with the spark plug removed.
conditions. Use an approved tester. Use the correct tools to
S Make sure the brakes are operating properly. service the machine.
S Check to assure that all controls are in good operating S Do not crank the engine with the spark plug removed.
condition. If the engine is flooded, place the throttle in fast and
S Inspect to insure that all guards are in place. Do not crank until the engine starts. Avoid damage to electric
operate a machine without all guards in place. starter by cranking intermittently until engine starts.
S Always check the machine to make sure it is in good
S Do not operate the machine without a muffler. Inspect
working order. Do not place hands or feet near moving
or rotating parts. the muffler periodically and replace it if it is leaking or
S Check the tire pressure. worn. Replace it with correct muffler. Do not touch a
S Shut off the engine before servicing the machine. It is hot muffler, cylinder, or cooling fin.
best to check machines on a level area. Machines on S Do not operate the engine with an accumulation of
a slope may roll when the engine is off. grass, leaves, or other combustible material in the
S Do not modify the machine in any manner. Refer muffler area.
unfamiliar repairs and adjustments to mechanics that S Keep the cylinder cooing fins and the governor parts
have been trained to do them properly. free of dirt, grass, and other debris.
S Replace decals that are damaged or unreadable. S Do not use the engine on any forest covered, brush
THE ENGINE: covered, or grass covered unimproved land unless a
S Prevent accidental starting by removing the spark spark arrester is installed in the muffler. In the State
plug wire when servicing the engine or the equipment. of California, a spark arrester is required by law. Other
Disconnect the negative wire from the battery states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
terminal if the engine is equipped with an electric federal lands.
starting system. S Do not start the engine with the air cleaner or the air
S Do not strike the flywheel with a hammer or any hard cleaner cover removed.
object. This may cause the flywheel to shatter in S Use fresh gasoline. Stale fuel can gum the carburetor
operation.
and can cause leakage. Check the fuel lines and
S Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt. Then
pull the cord rapidly to avoid kickback and to prevent fittings frequently for cracks and leaks.
hand or arm injury. This list includes many general safety
S Do not run the engine in an enclosed area. The
instructions as they relate to turf equipment.
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and deadly poison. The engine exhaust This list does not encompass all hazards.
from this product contains chemicals known to Common sense must always be used to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth determine the safest way to operate a
defects or other reproductive harm. machine under specific conditions.
ASSEMBLY 6 F15B TOP DRESSER
Assembly Step 3. Secure the cable looms [6] (one on each side of
the handlebar shaft) with the two tie wraps [7]
WARNING
WARNING provided in the hopper kit. Locate one tie wrap
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, between the two handlebar mounting screws and the
Always Follow All Safety Hazard Warnings And other at the bend in the handlebar shaft.
Decals. Wear The Appropriate Safety Gear When Step 4. Install a plastic control knob [8] to each of the
Assembling The F15B Top Dresser. three control levers.
Remove top dresser from the shipping crate.
MOUNTING HANDLEBAR ASSEMBLY
(SEE FIGURE 1)
DO NOT USE ENGINE TO DRIVE TOP DRESSER
Remove Hopper Kit carton from shipping crate. Before
FROM SHIPPING CRATE.
removing the top dresser from the crate base, the
handlebar must be installed on the top dresser.
WARNING
WARNING [8]
[5]
[1]
[2]
[3]
[4]
FIGURE 1
F15B TOP DRESSER 7 ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY OF HOPPER Step 4. Attach each hopper side panel [3] to the top
(SEE FIGURES 2, 3 and 4) dressers frame [8]. The side seals should be
between the hopper side panels and the frame.
Step 1. Manually raise the metering gate [1]. Insert 1/4”--20 x 7/8” screws [9] from the inside the of
Step 2. Install a bridge bracket [2] to the inside of each the panel, through the seal, and the frame (quantity
hopper side panel [3]. Use 1/4”--20 x 5/8” screws [4] of 4 each side panel). Use 1/4” I.D. flat washers [10],
(quantity of 3 in each) inserted from the outside of the 1/4” lock washer [11], and 1/4” nuts [12]. Tighten
panels. Secure with 1/4” lock washers [5] and 1/4” screws enough to keep the panels in place but loose
nuts [6]. enough to allow adjustment as the other panels are
Step 3. Lay the side seal strips [7] (black side up) on top put in place. Provide support to the panels to avoid
dressers frame [8]. Align the holes in the seal with damage during assembly.
the holes and slots in the frame.
[7]
[3]
[9]
[2]
[5] [4]
[6]
[4] [10]
[11]
[12]
[8]
[7]
[10]
[11]
[12]
[8]
[1]
FORWARD
FIGURE 2
ASSEMBLY 8 F15B TOP DRESSER
Step 5. Install one 1/4” inch clip nut [13] on each top nuts [20]. Tighten screws enough to keep the panel
corner hole of the front [14] and rear panels [15] (2 in place but loose enough to allow adjustment.
per panel).
Step 8. Insert 1/4”--20 x 5/8” screws [21] with 1/4” lock
Step 6. Place front seal strip [16] (black side up) on the
washers [22] into the two top holes in the side panels
top dresser frame [17] at the front panel mounting
and loosely tighten to the clip nuts [13] in the front
point. The corners of the front seal strip should lie on
panel. Tighten screws enough to keep the panel in
top of the side seal strips. Align the holes in the seal
place but loose enough to allow adjustment.
with the holes in the frame.
Step 7. Attach the front hopper panel [14] to the top Step 9. Attach rear hopper panel [15] to the hopper side
dresser frame [17]. The front seal should be panels [3]. Fit the rear panel inside the side panels.
between the front hopper panel and the frame. Fit Insert 1/4”--20 x 5/8” screws [23] with 1/4” lock
the front panel inside the side panels. Insert 1/4”--20 washers [24] into the two top holes in the side panels
x 5/8” screws [18] (quantity of 6) from the inside of and loosely tighten to the clip nuts [13] in the rear
the front panel, through the front seal strip and panel. Tighten screws enough to keep the panel in
frame. Secure with 1/4” lock washers [19] and 1/4” place but loose enough to allow adjustment.
[15]
[13]
[13]
[21] [18]
[13] [3]
[23] [22] [14]
[24]
[13]
[16]
FORWARD
[17] [19]
[20]
FIGURE 3
F15B TOP DRESSER 9 ASSEMBLY
Step 10. Insert 1/4”--20 x 5/8” screws [25] (quantity of 1/4”--20 x 5/8” screws [30] (inserted from the bridge
16) to secure the four hopper panels together. Insert pointing in) and secure with 1/4” lock washer [31]
screws from the inside of the hopper. Use 1/4” lock and 1/4” nuts [32]. Loosely tighten screws.
washers [26] and 1/4” nuts [27] on the screws and
loosely tighten. Install the manual tube clamps and Step 12. Level the hopper. Check that the lower side
manual tube [28] on the right front corner of the panel screws are at the bottom of the slots in the top
hopper using the two top screws. dresser frame. Securely tighten the screws.
Step 11. Attach the bridge [29] (longer leg toward the Step 13. Securely tighten all other screws except for the
front) to the bridge mounting brackets [2]. Use top screw in the left front corner [33].
[29]
[30]
[25]
[26]
[27] [33]
[2]
[26]
[27]
[25] FORWARD
[31]
[32]
[28]
[26]
[27]
FIGURE 4
ASSEMBLY 10 F15B TOP DRESSER
INSTALLING ENGINE GUARD (SEE FIGURE 5) Step 4. Adjust the guard pivots so that the engine guard
Step 1. Remove one nut from the end of the rod [1] sets level on the frame. The engine guard should
holding the guard pivots [2] to the engine guard [3]. open and close without rubbing on the frame or
Remove both guard pivots by slipping the rod out of interfering with the handlebar control cables. Tighten
the engine guard. guard pivot screws securely.
Step 2. Install the guard pivots [2] to the front hopper Step 5. Install guard support [11] to the top dresser
panel [4]. Use 1/4”--20 x 3/4” inch screws [5] with frame using the No. 8--32 x 1/2” inch screw [12] and
9/16” O.D. flat washers [6] and 1--1/4” O.D. flat the No. 8--32 flexloc nut [13] (factory installed in the
washers [7] (inserted screw from inside of the top dresser frame). Put screw [12] and nut [13] into
hopper). Secure the guard pivots to the outside of center mounting hole on the support and tighten the
the hopper with 9/16” O.D. flat washers [8], 1/4” lock nut enough to allow for movement on the guard
washers [9] and 1/4” nuts [10]. Tighten screws finger support when closing engine guard.
tight only. Step 6. Install the spread width indicators [14] in the
Step 3. Attach the engine guard [3] to the guard pivots holes in the front frame channels. (One per side)
[2] by reinstalling the rod [1]. Reinstall nut to rod and
tighten. Do not over tighten, the engine guard should
open and close without binding on the pivots.
[11]
[4]
[14]
[12]
[13]
FIGURE 5
F15B TOP DRESSER 11 ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY OF METERING GATE CONTROL AND for “Heavy Application”. The heavy application hole
ENGINE LUBRICATION (SEE FIGURE 6) allows the metering gate to open to its maximum
Step 1. Remove the 1/4”--20 x 5/8” inch hex screw [1] opening size which increases the flow of top
and 1/4” lock washer [2] from the upper left hand dressing material.
corner of the hopper. Secure the control rod [7] with a 3/4” inch outside
Step 2. Attach the control handle bracket [3] to the left diameter flat washer [12] and a 1/8” hair pin [13].
hand corner of the hopper by reinstalling the hex Step 5. Check operation of the metering gate. Tension
screw [1] and lock washer [2] removed in Step 1. on the gate can be adjusted by loosening or
Insert a 1/4”--20 x 5/8” [4] inch screw in the rear hole tightening the nut [14] on the metering gate handle.
of the bracket and secure (from inside the hopper)
with a 1/4” inch lock washer [5] and 1/4” inch nut [6].
CAUTION
Step 3. Place the long end of the metering gate control
rod [7] through the control handle and secure with a DO NOT START ENGINE.
3/4” inch outside diameter flat washer [8] and a 1/8” x Engine maybe shipped from the factory
1” inch cotter pin [9]. WITHOUT oil in the crankcase or in the gear
reducer. Crankcase and gear reducer must
Step 4. Insert the short end of the control rod [7] into one be filled to proper level with oil.
of the two control rod mounting holes [10] [11] on the
metering gate side plate. Step 6. FILL ENGINE CRANKCASE AND ENGINE
The upper hole [10] is for “Light Application”. The GEAR REDUCER WITH OIL -- See the engine manual
light application hole provides for a finer adjustment for proper motor oil types, grades, and fill levels.
of top dressing material flow. The lower hole [11] is Maintain proper lubrication intervals on the engine.
[3] [13]
[9] [4]
[7] [12]
[8]
[1]
[2] [14] [11] [10]
FIGURE 6
[5]
[6]
Description
LOCATION OF MAJOR COMPONENTS AND
WARNING GUARDS (SEE FIGURE 7)
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, 1 Handlebar and Dashboard
Read and Understand the Entire Operator
Manual Before Operating this Machine. 2 Engine and Engine Guard
3 Manual Tube
METE-R-MATIC® F15B TOP DRESSER
4 Hopper
The F15B Mete-R-Matic is a self-propelled, pedestrian
hand-guided top dresser. The Turfco Mete-R-Matic 5 Conveyor Belt
F15B Top Dresser is designed to distribute a uniform
6 Brush and Brush Guard
application of properly prepared top dressing material
to the turf. Top dressing is the introduction of new soils 7 Conveyor Tension Adjusters
to existing turf.
8 Side Guard
The conveyor belt carries the top dressing from the 4 5
hopper, through an adjustable metering gate, into a
rotating brush. The brush catches the top dressing and 3
drives it down into the turf base. Top dressing material 6
is spread at a 0.8 meter (31--1/2”) width at a ground 2
speed up to 4 Km/h (2--1/2 MPH).
1
INTENDED USE OF TOP DRESSER
The F15B is to be USED ONLY for the application of
properly prepared organic top dressing material.
Properly prepared top dressing is organic material
with a controlled moisture content that has been
screened to remove debris and excess sized
material. The F15B is NOT intended to be used for
any purpose other than the application of properly
prepared top dressing material. 8
D Do Not Top Dress Unscreened Material 7
D Do Not Top Dress Non--Organic Material FIGURE 7
10 Choke: Use the choke as required to aid in the 13 Operator Position: Always move to the
starting of the engine. Do not use the choke to stop “Operator Position” on either side of the handlebar
the engine. before engaging any control handles.
11 Engine Starter Rope: Pull the starter rope slowly 14 Brake: The brake is operated by moving the
until resistance is felt, then pull the rope rapidly to handle backwards. The brake can be used as a
avoid hand or arm injury from kickback. The parking brake by placing the handle in the locked
“Brake” should be in the “Locked” position, and the position. Never engage the direction handle when
“Direction Control Handle” in the “Neutral” position the brake is locked. Always lock the brake when the
before starting the engine. The Engine will not start top dresser is unattended by the operator. Always
if the “Direction Control Handle” [15] is locked in the lock the brake when the direction handle is in the
forward position. neutral position or when the top dresser engine is
not running.
12 Throttle: Pull the throttle up to increase the
The brake is meant to slow and stop the top dresser
engine speed. Hold the throttle at a speed that
under normal operating conditions. The brake can
results in a comfortable walking speed. Decrease
not make unsafe operation safe. Even when the
the throttle speed to slow the top dresser when
brake is locked, the tires can still slip or skid on wet
turning or when operating in areas of close
or dry grass. Do not rely on the brake to control the
obstacles. If the throttle is released when the
top dresser when operating on too steep of a slope.
“Direction Control Handle” [15] is locked in the
Do not rely on the brake to avoid tipping or roll--over
forward position, the engine will stop. The engine
of the top dresser if operated on too steep of a
can be started without the throttle being held.
slope.
OPERATOR CONTROL LOCATION AND FUNC-
TION (SEE FIGURE 8) 15 Direction Control Handle: The direction control
handle controls forward and reverse movement.
The Operator Controls are the Brake Handle, The handle will return to a “Neutral” position when
Direction Control Handle, Conveyor Drive Handle, and not being held. The forward position has a lock to
the Metering Gate Control Handle. The Brake, allow for normal top dressing operation. Always
Direction Control Handle, and the Conveyor Drive release the direction handle from the locked
Handle are located on the handlebar dashboard. The position when applying the brake. The engine will
Metering Gate Control Handle is located on the stop if the throttle is released when the
hopper. Always move the operator control handles in a Direction Control Handle is locked in the
slow and controlled manner. Do not alter controls forward position. The “Reverse” direction is
and/or operate the top dresser with defective or meant for maneuvering the top dresser only. DO
non--operational engine controls. NOT top dress in the “Reverse” direction. When
starting the engine, always have the direction
handle in the “Neutral” position. The engine
17
cannot be started with the Direction Control
Handle locked in the forward position. When in
the “Neutral” position, always have the brake set in
14 15 16 the locked position.
16 Conveyor Drive Handle: The conveyor drive
13 handle starts and stops the conveyor belt and the
brush. Always engage the conveyor drive after the
top dresser is moving. The control can be locked
into the engaged position for normal top dressing
operation.
17 Metering Gate Handle: The metering gate
handle controls the opening size of the metering
13 gate. Gate settings will vary depending on the type
12 of top dressing material used and the thickness of
9 top dressing that is desired. Check the decal on the
metering gate handle to reference to gate opening.
The numbering system on the decal is for reference
only, it does not relate to the opening in millimeters
FIGURE 8 or inches.
10 11
OPERATION 14 F15B TOP DRESSER
Operation
The tension on the conveyor belt must be adequate TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY,
and equal to assure that the conveyor belt does not slip Remove Wire From the Spark Plug.
on the rear drive roller. There are two tension Do Not Attempt To Do Any Lubrication
adjusters. See [A] on FIGURE 11. With the Engine Running.
[A] Daily
One (1) for the double sprocket
A
located under the side guard.
Monthly
One (1) located on the front of the
C
frame for the front wheel pivot.
[A]
FIGURE 11
63mm FIGURE 13
[B] (2--1/2”)
ENGINE AND GEAR REDUCTION UNIT
FIGURE 12
F15B TOP DRESSER 17 OPERATION
Service Adjustments
more than 4 mm to 9 mm (3/16” to 3/8”) from its original
WARNING
WARNING
length when the conveyor handle is moved to the
locked position. Tighten the bottom jam nut to lock the
THE FOLLOWING SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT
adjustment and to secure the cable conduit end.
PROCEDURES ARE FOR QUALIFIED
Replace the V--Belt guard.
SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, DIRECTION HANDLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT
Wear the Appropriate Safety Gear When (SEE FIGURE 14)
Servicing or Adjusting the The direction handle has two cables, one for forward
Mete-R-matic® Top Dresser. and one for reverse. Cable conduit ends have an
Read and Follow All Safety Warnings. adjustment to take--up any slack in the cables caused
Remove the Wire From the Spark Plug. by cable stretch or minor V--Belt wear. Cable
Do Not Perform Adjustments adjustment is also required if the wheel drive jack shaft
With Engine Running. has been moved. Remove the V--Belt guard from the
All of the Following Adjustment Procedures are top dresser frame. At cable conduit ends, (second
For or are Near Moving or Rotating Parts. cable conduit end from the frame side is for forward,
third cable conduit end from the frame side is for
CONVEYOR DRIVE CABLE ADJUSTMENT reverse) loosen the two jam nuts on each cable conduit
(SEE FIGURE 14) end. Turn the top jam nut until proper adjustment is
The conveyor drive cable conduit end has an reached. Proper adjustment range is measured on the
adjustment to take--up any slack in the cable caused by spring at the cable end. Spring should stretch no more
cable stretch or minor V--Belt wear. Cable adjustment than 4 mm to 9 mm (3/16” to 3/8”) from its original
is also required if the conveyor and brush drive jack length when the direction handle is moved to the
shafts have been moved. Remove the V--Belt guard forward or reversed positions. Ensure that the
from the top dresser frame. At the cable conduit end, direction handle can be moved to the forward locked
(first one on the frame side) loosen the two jam nuts. position and returns to the ”Neutral” range when
Turn the top jam nut until proper adjustment is unlocked from the forward position. Tighten the bottom
reached. Proper adjustment range is measured on the jam nut to lock the adjustment and to secure the cable
spring at the cable end. The spring should stretch no conduit ends. Replace V--Belt guard.
CONVEYOR
DRIVE
DIRECTION CABLE
DRIVE
CABLES CABLE
CONDUIT END
TOP JAM
NUT
REVERSE
DIRECTION
CABLE
FORWARD BOTTOM
DIRECTION JAM NUT
CABLE
PROPER SPRING
STRETCH RANGE
OF 4mm TO 8mm SPRING
(3/16” TO 3/8”)
FIGURE 14
F15B TOP DRESSER 19 SERVICE
BRAKE CABLE ADJUSTMENT that the cable is fully extended. Unlock the jam nut from
(SEE FIGURE 15) the pad adjusting screw and turn the pad adjusting
The brake cable conduit end has an adjustment to screw until the pads very lightly rub on the rotor. Back
take--up any slack in the cable caused by cable stretch. off the pad adjusting screw until the pads are not
At the brake cable conduit end (located under the touching the rotor. Turn the rotor and check that there
frame next to the brake) loosen the two jam nuts. Turn is no contact with the pads (the rotor may have side
the front jam nut until proper adjustment is reached. play or a slight wobble). Ensure that the brake handle
and cable moves freely and can be moved to the
locked position without excessive force. Follow Brake
FRONT JAM Cable Adjustment procedures if cable needs to be
NUT readjusted. Tighten jam nut to secure adjusting screw.
Check brake operation to ensure that the brake will
stop the machine under normal operating conditions.
Replace pads or rotor if worn beyond adjustment.
Replace brake if damaged or worn beyond operational
condition.
CABLE V--BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT
REAR JAM NUT CONDUIT END (SEE FIGURE 17)
FIGURE 15 V--Belt tension can be increased or decreased for
Ensure that the brake pads do not rub on the brake minor adjustments by following the instructions for
rotor when the brake IS NOT applied. Ensure that the cable adjustment. For large adjustments, the cable
brake handle can be moved to the lock position and end spring can be moved to a different point on the
completely returns to the other end of the slot when clutch idler arm that it is anchored too. Each idler arm
unlocked. Tighten the back jam nut to lock the (located under the V--Belt guard) has extra relocating
adjustment and to secure the cable conduit end. holes that the cable end spring can be moved to.
Check brake operation to ensure that the brake will Moving the cable end spring closer to the idler pulley
stop the machine under normal operating conditions. will decrease tension, moving the cable end spring
See Brake Pad Adjustment for further brake away from the idler will increase the tension. If cable
adjustment. conduit end adjustment or moving cable anchoring
location does not correct V--Belt tension, replace
V--Belt. Moving the engine forward will affect the
PAD BRAKE adjustment of all three V--Belts and will require the
ADJUSTING PADS readjustment of all three V--Belts.
SCREW
PROPER SPRING
STRETCH RANGE
4 mm TO 9mm
(3/16” TO 3/8”)
CABLE
CABLE END
JAM NUT SPRING
IDLER
ARM
BRAKE
ROTOR
FIGURE 16
RELOCATING
BRAKE PAD ADJUSTMENT IDLER PULLEY HOLES
(SEE FIGURE 16) IDLER MOUNTING
The brake has a pad adjusting screw to allow PULLEY HOLES
readjustment for wear in the brake pads and the brake FIGURE 17
rotor. Ensure that the brake handle is unlocked and
F15B TOP DRESSER 20 SERVICE
Legend:
N.C. = Normally Closed DELTA
N.O. = Normally Open SYSTEMS
COM. = Common 1201 MODULE THROTTLE
A B C D E F SAFETY SWITCH
DIRECTION
ENGINE ON/OFF CONTROL
GROUND SAFETY SWITCH
SWITCH
N.O. COM.
GROUND FIGURE 18
CONVEYOR BELT REPLACEMENT Step 6. Clean the pan and plastic pan cover. Inspect
(SEE FIGURE 19) for wear and sharp edges that may damage the
conveyor belt. Clean and inspect rollers.
The Mete-R-Matic® F15B is equipped with a spliced
chevron patterned conveyor belt. Replacement of the Installation Of The New Conveyor Belt
conveyor belt may be necessary if it has been Step 7. Conveyor belt is directional and must be
damaged or will no longer stay in proper alignment or inserted in the proper direction to ensure a correct
adjustment. travel path. Identify the belt ends by looking for the
word ”travel” and/or and arrow. If neither is found,
WARNING look for one end near the splice that has the outside
ends cut off at an angle. With the chevron pattern
THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES ARE FOR up, start the belt with the non--angled cut end or the
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. travel/arrow end going in first (arrow pointing
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, backwards). Insert the belt over the brush, moving
Avoid Accidental Engine Starting By Removing through the metering gate opening, and into the
the Wire From the Spark Plug. hopper. Make sure that the conveyor belt is under
Do Not Attempt to do Any Conveyor Belt the hopper seals. Continue to insert conveyor belt
Replacement Steps Using the Engine. around the front roller. Ensure that the raised
V--groove on the inside of the conveyor belt fits into
the V--groove on the front roller. Continue under the
Removal Of Old Conveyor Belt pan until the two ends meet at the rear roller at the
Step 1. Remove the side guard. Loosen the bolts that rear of the frame.
hold the brush bearings and move the brush back Step 8. Align the ends of the conveyor belt on the rear
so that it no longer touches the conveyor belt. Open roller and lineup with the holes in the frame. Insert
the metering gate to the largest opening. the splice pin through holes in frame and link the
Step 2. Release the tension on the conveyor belt by two ends together. Rotate the conveyor belt by
loosening both conveyor belt adjusting screws. hand so that the splice is between the brush and the
Push the front conveyor belt roller back to ensure rear of the hopper. Slightly bend the ends of the
that all tension is released. splice pin to secure them in the belt. Adjust
conveyor belt tension screws to the recommended
Step 3. Rotate the conveyor belt by hand until the setting of 63 mm (2--1/2”). Seal the splice along its
splice is outside of the hopper but located before entire length with silicon and allow to dry.
the brush. Locate the splice pin and straighten the
ends so that it can be removed. Step 9. After silicon has dried, readjust the brush for
proper bristle contact. (Refer to Brush Adjustment
Step 4. Rotate the conveyor belt by hand until the in Service Section.) Tighten screws securely.
splice lines up with the holes located on the side of
the frame (on the left side of the machine, the hole Step 10. Lock brake, replace the spark plug wire,
can be accessed through the openings in the rear replace side guard, and start the engine. Run the
roller drive gear). Remove the splice through the conveyor and check to see if the conveyor belt runs
holes. centered. It should not catch on the hopper seals or
rub on any frame or drive component.
Step 5. Remove the conveyor belt by pulling out over
the top of the brush. Step 11. Recheck the belt tension. (Refer to Operator
Adjustments.)
CONVEYOR BELT
TENSION ADJUSTING
SCREWS
ANGLE
CUT SPLICE REMOVAL
END HOLE (BOTH
SIDES)
CONVEYOR BELT
SPLICE
FIGURE 19
PARTS LISTS 22 F15B TOP DRESSER
18
5 (UNDER GUARD)
2
1
2
20
8
6 17
(UNDER 3
GUARD)
9
7
14 12
1
2
14 4
15
6
5
5
16 7
9 10 11 12 13
8
Item Part Description Qty.
No. No.
9 8 7 13
10 11
14
22
15
12
HANDLEBAR
1 18
2 17
21 20
4
16
19
6 5 3 2
3
2
15
6 12 3 2
A BC DE F TO THROTTLE
SAFETY SWITCH
TO ENGINE ON/OFF SWITCH N.O. TERMINAL
MAGNETO SIDE RED
YELLOW
TO DIRECTION CONTROL SAFETY
SWITCH, COMMON TERMINAL BLUE BLACK TO GROUND
THROTTLE
CABLE
13 12 11 10 7 9
14
8
18 17 7
6 3
19 4 15
FORWARD
23 CABLE
20
CONVEYOR
18
CABLE
17
23 21
19 15
24 22
23
20
23
21
17
18 19
20
16
BRAKE 21
CABLE
15 23
21
23
24
REVERSE
CABLE
F15B TOP DRESSER 27 PARTS LISTS
1 658342 Handlebar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2 400108 Screw, Hex, 1/4”--20 x 3/4” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3 446128 Washer, Lock, 1/4” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
4 443102 Nut, Hex,1/4”--20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
5 658485 Housing, Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
6 415517 Screw, Set, 5/16”--18 x 1/4” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
7 443110 Nut, Hex, 3/8”--16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
8 658489 Screw, Hex, 3/8”--16 x 4” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
9 658529 Screw, Hex, 3/8”--16 x 2--1/2” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
10 656552 Grommet, Rubber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
11 657229 Rivet, Blind, 1/8” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
12 658490 Clip, Plastic Spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
13 658482 Bar, Pivot Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
14 658393 Cable, Throttle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
15 658394 Cable, Forward, Reverse and Conveyor Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
16 658395 Cable, Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
17 658466 Yoke End, Control Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
18 400266 Screw, Hex, 3/8”--16 x 1--1/2” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
19 444810 Nut, Hex, 3/8”--16 Flexloc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
20 499021 Washer, Flat, 25/64” ID x 5/8” OD x 1/16” Thick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
21 658340 Pivot, Cable Control, Includes Oilite Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
22 658472 Pivot, Main, Includes Oilite Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
23 499074 Washer, Flat, 3/4” ID x 1--5/16” ID x 3/64” Thick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
24 655667 Spacer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
PARTS LISTS 28 F15B TOP DRESSER
Engine Assembly
10
9
1
2
4
3 5 6
17 14
13 18
20
13 19
16
13
15
8 19
22 23
20
16 13
7
16
11 12 21
F15B TOP DRESSER 29 PARTS LISTS
Engine Assembly
Item Part Description Qty.
No. No.
5
3 3
5
11
12
15
10
13
11
18
21 14
16
17
20 6 20 19
F15B TOP DRESSER 31 PARTS LISTS
16
19 17 18
11 15 17
10
24
1
14
19
12
14
4
13
2
19
22
22 21
8 24
6 24
25
26
1
7
20
24
9
19 19
6
3
22
5 21 4
22
21
22
21
23
22
21
F15B TOP DRESSER 33 PARTS LISTS
5
25
11
7
10 6
3 9
4
8
2
12
13
24
1
23
18 20 19 13 12 7 6
10
11
17
16
15
14
21
22
F15B TOP DRESSER 35 PARTS LISTS
3
4
6 1
7 2
4
5 3
7
6
7
6 8
9
11
12
5
9
8
10
24 16
22
20
19
20 15
21 13
23 14
7 18
17
26
27
25
F15B TOP DRESSER 37 PARTS LISTS
16
17
19
15
18
12
11
8 13
10
9 14
14
20
12
4 8 11
10
13
6
14
5
3
9
2
7 4
1 5
7 6
2
3
F15B TOP DRESSER 39 PARTS LISTS
22 17 15 16
19
21
20
18
BRAKE CABLE
11
23
7 12
5
6
1 10
8 14
6
5 9
6 10
1 19
6
3 1
2 6 13
4
3
2
4
3
2
4
F15B TOP DRESSER 41 PARTS LISTS
Main Jackshaft
5
2
15 13
11
3
6
2
7
8 13
14 5
12
10
3
11
1 17
16
4
6
7 20
19
8 18
F15B TOP DRESSER 43 PARTS LISTS
Main Jackshaft
Item Part Description Qty.
No. No.
1 650832 Pulley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 415553 Screw, Set, 5/16”--18 x 5/16” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3 650808 Bearing, Block Type, Includes Set Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
4 499051 Screw, Set, 1/4”--28 x 1/4” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5 650806 Base, Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
6 650807 Cover, Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
7 446142 Washer, Lock, 3/8” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
8 443110 Nut, 3/8”--16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
9 440118 Bolt, Carriage, 3/8”--16 x 1” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
10 653341 Sprocket, RC--50, 11 Tooth, Includes Set Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
11 415509 Screw, Set, 1/4”--20 x 1/4” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
12 658478 Jackshaft, Differential Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
13 463021 Key, Woodruff, 1/4” x 7/8” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
14 658463 Sprocket, RC--50, 19 Tooth, Includes Set Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
15 658384 Disk, Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
16 650831 Countershaft, Conveyor Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
17 655197 Sprocket, RC--40, 12 Tooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
18 658523 Chain, RC--40 x 113 Pitches (Conveyor Drive Sprocket to
Double Sprocket) Includes Master and Offset Links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
19 470513 Link, Offset, RC--40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
20 650703 Link, Master, RC--40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
PARTS LISTS 44 F15B TOP DRESSER
Reverse Jackshaft
10
19
20
21
4
17
7 12
4
6 2
13
3 11 7
12 15
4 6 16
3 14
5
2 18
8 15
1
9
22 5
23 8
4 9
F15B TOP DRESSER 45 PARTS LISTS
Reverse Jackshaft
Item Part Description Qty.
No. No.
1 658464 Pulley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2 415553 Screw, Set, 5/16”--18 x 5/16” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3 650808 Bearing, Block Type, Includes Set Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
4 499051 Screw, Set, 1/4”--28 x 1/4” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5 650807 Cover, Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
6 650806 Base, Bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
7 658424 Spacer, Inner Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
8 446142 Washer, Lock, 3/8” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
9 443110 Nut, Hex, 3/8”--16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
10 400270 Screw, Hex, 3/8”--16 x 2” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
11 658341 Jackshaft, Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
12 463021 Key, Woodruff, 1/4” x 7/8” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
13 658537 Sprocket, RC--50, 14 Tooth, Includes Set Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
14 658423 Jackshaft, Reverse Idler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
15 655774 Bearing, Flange Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
16 653341 Sprocket, RC--50, 11 Tooth, Includes Set Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
17 415509 Screw, Set, 1/4”--20 x 1/4” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
18 400184 Screw, Hex, 5/16”--18 x 3/4” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
19 452004 Washer, Flat, 5/16” ID x 3/4” OD x 1/16” Thick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
20 446134 Washer, Lock, 5/16” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
21 443106 Nut, Hex, 5/16”--18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
22 658528 Chain, RC--50, 50 Pitch (Reverse Drive), Includes Master Link . . . . . . 1
23 650013 Master Link, RC--50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
TURFCO MFG INC
1655 101st Ave NE,
Minneapolis, Minnesota USA 55449--4420