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Reelmaster 3550−D
Cutting Units
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Specifications
Figure 1
Frame Construction: Precision machined die cast alu-
minum cross member with two (2) bolt−on cast alumin-
um side plates.
Reel Construction: Reels are 18 inches (45.7 cm) in
length and 5 inch (12.7 cm) in diameter. High strength,
low alloy steel blades are thru hardened and impact re-
sistant. Reels are available in 8 and 11 blade configura-
tions. Optional 22 inch (55.9 cm), 8 and 11 blade reels
are available for the rear cutting unit positions.
Reel Bearings: Two sealed, stainless steel ball bear-
ings support the reel shaft.
Reel Drive: The reel weldment shaft is a 1 5/16 inch
(33.3 mm) diameter tube with drive inserts threaded into
both ends. The reel drive inserts have an eight (8) tooth
internal spline.
Height−of−Cut (HOC): Cutting height is adjusted on
the front roller by two (2) vertical screws. Effective HOC
may vary depending on turf conditions, type of bedknife,
roller type and installed attachments.
Bedknife: A replaceable, single edged bedknife is fas-
tened to a machined cast iron bedbar with screws. A
variety of bedknives are available for specific cutting ap-
plications.
Bedknife Adjustment: Dual screw adjustment to the
reel; detents corresponding to 0.0007 inch (0.018 mm)
bedknife movement for each indexed position.
Front and Rear Rollers: Greaseable through−shaft
front and rear rollers are used with these cutting units.
Both rollers use the same heavy duty ball bearings.
Counterbalance Weight: A 7 lb. (3.2 kg) cast iron
weight mounted opposite to the hydraulic drive motor
balances the cutting unit.
Cutting Unit Weight (without counterbalance weight):
18” Reel, 8 Blade 78 lb. (35 kg)
with Rear Roller Brush (+16 lb.) 94 lb. (43 kg)
18” Reel, 11 Blade 80 lb. (36 kg)
with Rear Roller Brush (+16 lb.) 96 lb. (44 kg)
with Groomer +(30 lb.) 110 lb. (50 kg)
22” Reel, 8 Blade (optional) 87 lb. (39 kg)
22” Reel, 11 Blade (optional) 91 lb. (41 kg)
Options:
Refer to Cutting Unit Operator’s Manual for available op-
tions for your Reelmaster cutting unit.