A few weeks ago the groomer stopped working on my 10 blade reel cartridge for my Allett C24. My first hunch was that the belt had broken. I was right!
What is a Groomer?
A groomer is a device attached to the front of the reel cartridge that consists of a series of rather sharp metal teeth that lift the grass before being cut.
Benefits of using a Groomer:
- Improved Cutting Quality – lifting the grass blades ensures an even cut, which offers a cleaner and more uniform cut.
- Prevents Scalping – helps the mower from cutting too low and damaging the grass. If the turf isn’t lifted and cut then you could lower the mower too much to reach the bent over grass blades.
- Prevents Thatch – helps chop grass into small pieces, which aid in the decomposition of the clippings and release nutrients back into the soil.
While I had the groomer cover off, I took the opportunity to oil all metal points and grease the two grease fittings on the cartridge.
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