Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto FIELD and BRUSH MOWER del fabbricante Briggs & Stratton
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TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS READ AND UNDERSTAND THI S MANUAL AND ALL IN STRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THIS MOWER.
ii TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Congratulations on your purchase of a new TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER! We have done our utmost to ensure that your TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER will be one of the most trouble-free and satisfying pieces of equipmen t you have ever owned.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER iii Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 ...................................................................................................................... .......................... 1 INTRODUCING: ............................
iv TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Removing and Replacing the Swinging Blades .............................................................................. 31 Replacing the Wheels ...............................................................
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCING: THE TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER. Careful adherence to the safety and operating instructions in this manual wi ll ensure many years of productive use.
2 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Specifications 13 HP Model 17 HP Model Machine Warranty 2 year Residential, 90 day Co mmercial 2 year Residential, 90 day Commercial Engine Warranty 2 year Res.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 3 CHAPTER 2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES: READ THIS SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRU CTIONS MANUAL BEFORE YOU USE THE TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD AND BRUSH MOWER. BE COME FAMI LIAR WITH T HE SERVICE REC OMMENDATIONS TO ENSURE TH E BEST PERFORMANCE FROM YOUR MOWER.
4 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER To avoid injury, keep your hands and feet away from the spinning Blades. (#136491) This label reminds you opera te the machine safely and provi des helpful operating information.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 5 Protecting Y ourself and Those Around Y ou THIS IS A HI GH-POWERED MACHIN E WITH FAST MOVING PA RTS OPERATI NG AT HIGH SPEEDS. YOU MUST OPERATE THIS MACHINE SA FELY. UNSAFE OP ERATION CAN CREA TE HAZARDS FOR YOU, AS WELL AS ANYONE EL SE IN THE WORK AREA.
6 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Slope Operation USE OF MACHINERY ON SLOPES IS A MAJOR FACTOR RELATE D TO ACCIDENTS , WHICH CAN RESULT IN SEVERE PERS ONAL INJURY. US E OF MACHINERY O N SLOPES REQUI RES CAUTION. IF YOU FE EL UNEASY USING THE TOW-BEHI ND DR FIELD AND BRUSH MOWER ON A SLOPE, DO NOT OPERATE IT.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 7 Safety with Gasoline-Powered Machines GASOLINE IS A HIGHLY FLAMMABLE LIQUID. GA SOLINE ALSO GIVES OF F FLAMMABLE VAPOR THAT CAN BE EASILY IGNI TED AND CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
8 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER General Safety SAFE OPERATION O F THE TOW -BEHIND DR FI ELD AND BRUS H MOWER IS NECE SSARY TO PREVENT OR MINIMI ZE THE RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY .
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 9 A Note to All Users Under California law, a nd the laws of some oth er states, you are not permitted to operate an interna l combustion engine u sing hydrocarb on fuels with out an en gine spark arres ter. This als o applies to operation on US Forest Lands.
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CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 11 CHAPTER 3 SETTING UP: THE TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER This chapter outlines a few simple steps you will need to fo llow to se t up your new machine before y ou use it.
12 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MO WER TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER C ontrols and F eatures NOTE : The mo del shown in Figure 1 may l ook slightly different from your machine.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 13 Unpacking and Assembling the Machine NOTE : Unpacking and assembling the TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is a two-person job as the 13 HP unit weighs 442 pound s and the 17 HP unit weighs 465 pounds. We recommend you have an extra set of hands available before you begin.
14 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER About the Battery The TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER comes wi th a 12-Volt, maintenance-free, rechargeable, sealed lead acid Battery. Properly maintained and char ged, the Battery provides years of dependable service.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 15 Adding Oil and Gasoline • YOU MUST ADD OI L BEFORE S TARTING THE EN GINE. THIS MACHINE S HIPPED WITHOUT OI L. TRACES OF OIL MAY BE I N THE RESE RVOIR FRO M FACTORY TESTING, BU T YOU MUST ADD OIL BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE .
16 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Attaching the Out-Rigger™ T ow Bar to th e TOW-BEHIND DR FI ELD and BRUSH MOWER WHEN ATTACHING THE TOW BAR AND CONTROL CABLES, YOU MUST FIRST DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE(S), KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG(S) TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING OF THE ENGINE.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 17 C onnecting the Remote C ontrol C able and Wire C ord Wire Cord 1. Locate the Wi re Cord u nder the ora nge Fuel Tank Mount ( Figure 6 ).
18 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Figure 10 4. Using a Blade Screwdri ver or 5/16 " Nut Driver, loosen the Th rottle Cable Clamp Bolt ( Figure 9 ) and slip the Cable Shea th behind the Clamp. 5. Pull the Ca ble ( Figure 9 ) as far as possible.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 19 C onnecting the TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD an d BRUSH MOWER to your T ow V ehicle The Versa-Hitch™ on the TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRU SH MOWER Out-Ri gger™ Tow Bar has fiv e (5) positions to accommo date different Tow Vehicle hitch heights ( Figur e 11 ).
20 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MO WER Attaching the TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER Remote C ontrol Panel 1. Locate the Remote Control Panel ( Figure 13 ) on your Tow Vehicle within reach of the seat ed Tow Vehicle driver.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 21 CHAPTER 4 OPERATING: THE TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER This chapter covers the procedures for st arting and stopping your new TOW -BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER a nd discusses basic operation features.
22 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MO WER • WE DO NOT REC OMMEND DRIVING OVER 5 MPH ON FLAT TERRAIN AND OVER 4 MPH ON ROUGH TERRAIN WHILE OPERA TING YOUR TOW-BEHI ND DR FIELD AND BRUSH MOWE R. • NEVER USE A T RUCK (2 OR 4WD) OR JEEP TO OP ERATE THE T OW-BEHIND DR FI ELD AND BRUSH MOWER.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 23 Before Starting the Engine INSPECT THE A REA WHERE YOU WILL BE WORKI NG. THE SI TE MUST BE FREE OF POT ENTIALLY HAZARDOUS OBSTACLES SUCH AS GLASS, LARGE STONES, STICKS, WIRE, ROPE, AND STRING-LIKE MATERIALS. MAKE SURE THER E ARE NO PEOPLE OR ANIM ALS IN THE AREA AROUND T HE TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD AND BRUSH MOWER.
24 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MO WER Engaging the Blades Engage the Blades by pulling UP on the Blade Control Knob ( Figure 1 on page 12). Stopping the Blades Push DOWN on the Blade Control Knob ( Figure 1 on page 12). Adjusting the Mower Deck Height • SHUT OFF THE ENGINE BEFORE ADJUSTING THE DECK HEIGHT OR SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 25 Offset Mowing The Out-Rigger™ Tow Bar allows you to offs et the cutting path of th e TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUS H MOWER up to 100% from the Tow Vehicle.
26 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MO WER Slopes and Uneven T errain • CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR YOUR TOW VEHICLE TO DETERMINE ITS RECOMMENDED TOWING CAPABILITIES ON SLOPES. • WHEN OPERATING THE TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD AND BRUSH MOWER OVER UNEVEN TERRAIN OR SLOPES, USE EXTREME CAUTION NOT TO TIP OVER THE MA CHINE.
CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 27 CHAPTER 5 MAINTAINING: THE TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER This chapter covers regular maintena nce procedures that will ensu re the best pe rformance and long life of your TOW-BEHIND DR FIELD and BRUS H MOWER. For Engine m aintenance, pl ease refer to the Engi ne Owner’s Manual that came with your machine.
28 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MO WER Removing the Engine Oil and Filter WHEN PERFORMING ANY ADJUSTMENT OR MAINTENA NCE, YOU MUST FIRST SHUT OFF THE ENGI NE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO C OOL AND DISCONNE CT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE (S), KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE S PARK PLUG(S).
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 29 Removing and Replacing the Blades’ Drive Belt WHEN PERFORMING ANY ADJUSTMENT OR MAINTENA NCE, YOU MUST FIRST SHUT OFF THE ENGI NE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO C OOL AND DISCONNE CT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE (S), KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE S PARK PLUG(S).
30 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MO WER 6. Using a 9/16" Wre nch, remove the top Nut from the Belt Tension Spring M ounting Stud ( Figure 20 ). 7. Using a Hook ed End Pul ling Tool, r emove the Bel t Tension Spring fr om the Mounting Stud by hooking th e Tool in the Spring End and pulling the Spring up and over the Stud 8.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 31 Removing and Replacing the Swinging Blades WHEN PERFORMING ANY ADJUSTMENT OR MAINTENA NCE, YOU MUST FIRST SHUT OFF THE ENGI NE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO C OOL AND DISCONNE CT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE (S), KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE S PARK PLUG(S).
32 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MO WER Replacing the Wheels WHEN PERFORMING ANY ADJUSTMENT OR MAINTENA NCE, YOU MUST FIRST SHUT OFF THE ENGI NE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO C OOL AND DISCONNE CT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE (S), KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE S PARK PLUG(S).
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 33 Battery C ar e Proper care ca n extend th e life of a Ba ttery. F ollow the se recommendati ons to en sure your Ba ttery’s best performance and long life: • Do not allow the Battery ch arge to get too low. If the machine is not used, charge the Ba ttery every 4 – 6 weeks.
34 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MO WER Disposing of the Battery Responsibly The Battery is a sealed lead-acid Battery . Recycle or dispose of i t in an envi ronmentally s ound way. • Do not dispose of a lead-acid Battery in a fire; the Battery may explode or leak.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 35 End of Season and Storage WHEN PERFORMING ANY ADJUSTMENT OR MAINTENA NCE, YOU MUST FIRST SHUT OFF THE ENGI NE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO C OOL AND DISCONNE CT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE (S), KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE S PARK PLUG(S).
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CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 37 CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Most problems a re easy to fix. Consult the Troubles hooting Table f or common probl ems and their solutions. If you contin ue to experience problems , call Country Ho me Produc ts, Inc. for support at : 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) .
38 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MO WER WHEN PERFORMING ANY ADJUSTMENT OR MAINTENA NCE, YOU MUST FIRST SHUT OFF THE ENGI NE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO C OOL AND DISCONNE CT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE (S), KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE S PARK PLUG(S).
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 39 WHEN PERFORMING ANY ADJUSTMENT OR MAINTENA NCE, YOU MUST FIRST SHUT OFF THE ENGI NE, WAIT FIVE (5) MINUTES TO ALLOW PARTS TO C OOL AND DISCONNE CT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE (S), KEEPING IT AWAY FROM THE S PARK PLUG(S). S YMPTOM P OSSIBLE C AUSE Blades vibrate when engaged.
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CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 41 CHAPTER 7 PARTS LISTS, SCHEMA TIC DIAGRAMS AN D WARRANTY Parts List - Deck and Drive Assembly NOTE : Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Prod ucts, Inc. Ref# Part# Description 01 221351 Deck 02 221361 Support, Deck 03 222131 Bolt, 5/16"-18 x 3.
42 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MO WER Ref# Part# Description 61 222371 Strap, 2.5 Gal. Fuel Tank 62 110701 Nut, Hex, 1/4"-20, ZP 63 222441 Grommet, 1/2" ID x .
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 43 Schematic - Deck and Drive Assembly 070308.
44 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MO WER Parts List - Wheels an d Push Bar Assembly NOTE : Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Prod ucts, Inc. Ref# Part# Description 01 222341 Support, Axle Pivot, LH 02 222351 Support, Axle Pivot, RH 03 123211 Bolt, 5/16"-18 x .
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 45 Schematic - Wheels and Push Bar Assembly 070307.
46 TOW-BEHIND DR ® FIELD and BRUSH MO WER Parts List - T ow Bar and Remo te Control Pa nel Assembly NOTE : Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Prod ucts, Inc. Ref# Part# Description 01 221471 Tow Bar 02 221561 Bushing, 1.75" ID x 2.
CALL TOLL-FREE 1-800-DR-OWNER 47 Schematic - T ow Bar and Remo te Control Pa nel Assembly 070307.
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