Test No. 4: Check Reel Circuit Flow - Toro Reelmaster
4000?D Service Manual

TEST NO. 4: Check Reel Circuit Flow

Procedure:
1. Hydraulic oil must be at operating temperature.
2. Start the engine and lower the No. 2 and 3 cutting
units to the ground.
3. Turn the engine OFF.
4. Disconnect inlet hose at No. 2 reel motor.
5. Install tester in series between disconnected hose
and reel motor (flow direction is from hose to motor).
Make sure gate valve of tester is OPEN.
6. Position reel speed control knob at middle range (90
degree position).
7. Start engine and move throttle to full speed
(2500 rpm).
8. Engage the reel control lever into the "MOW" position.
Reels will rotate when reel control lever is moved
into the "MOW" position. Keep clear of rotating
reels.
TESTER READING TO BE APPROXIMATELY
14 − 15 GPM.
9. If reel circuit oil flow is too low, check for restriction in
pump intake line. If not restricted, remove pump and re-
pair or replace as necessary.
Hydraulic System
CAUTION
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