Brouwer MARK 2 Setup guide

BROUWER SOD CUTTER
MARK 2
OWNER’S & OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
& ILLUSTRATED
PARTS
LIST
Kesmac Inc.
23324 Woodbine Avenue, Keswick Ontario Canada L4P 0N1
Tel [phone] Fax [phone]
Website www.brouwerkesmac.com Email [email protected]
KM99172
September
2016

September 2010
STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY
________________________________________________________________________
Brouwer Kesmac warrants its full line of equipment to be free from defects in material and factory workmanship for a
period of 12 months. This warranty begins on the date of sale or use of the equipment to the original purchaser. This statement does
not extend or limit engine, tractor or component warranties in which the engine, tractor or component manufacturers may carry
extended time periods up to 24 months. Engine, tractor or component warranty claims will be subject to the engine, tractor or
components manufacturer’s approval.
Replacement Parts carry a 90 day replacement warranty and are reimbursed to the dealer. All electrical and hydraulic parts are
limited by this policy and will only be covered upon approval by the service department after inspectionof the part. The installation
and removal of a part will automatically place that part under the replacement parts warranty.
This warranty is limited exclusively to equipment or accessories manufactured or supplied by Brouwer Kesmac and are
subject to the inspection and analysis by the company to conclusively identify the nature and cause of failure.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM must be completely filled out, signed by the customer at the original date of installation, and
returned to Brouwer Kesmac before any claims will be considered.
Brouwer Kesmac reserves the right to incorporate improvements in material and design of its products without notice and is
not obligated to make the same improvements to equipment previously manufactured.
Brouwer Kesmac is not obliged under any warranty policy different from the Kesmac Brouwer Turf warranty policy as
published above.
BROUWER KESMAC RESPONSIBILITIES
Brouwer Kesmac’s obligation under the terms of this warranty is limited to the repair, replacement or credit, at its option, of
the equipment, parts or supply items that conform to its warranty.
DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Only factory-trained service or approved personnel will be permitted to perform warranty service on Brouwer Kesmac
equipment.
2. All major warranty claims exceeding $650.00 (in total including parts and labour) must be authorized by Brouwer Kesmac
before work is performed.
3. All replacement parts used in warranty situations must be furnished by Brouwer Kesmac or approved by Brouwer Kesmac
personnel. The use of non-recommended oil could nullify warranty.
OWNERS RESPONSIBILITIES
The owner is obligated to operate and maintain the equipment in accordance with the recommendations published by Brouwer
Kesmac in the owners/operators manual for the unit. The owner is responsible for the costs associated with such maintenance
and operating adjustments that may be required on a regularly scheduled basis. Where applicable the owner is responsible for
transportation to and from the dealership or service calls made by the dealer.
CONDITIONS THAT VOID WARRANTY
This warranty shall not apply to equipment which:
•1. Has had repairs or modifications not authorized by Brouwer Kesmac
•2. Has been subject to abuse, improper maintenance, or improper application.
•3. Has been modified from original equipment specifications.
WARRANTY EXCEPTIONS
This warranty does not apply to the following items:
•1. Wear items including blades, cutting edges, cutting arms, spark plugs, belts, filters, bearings, sprockets, chains, tires,
light bulbs, lubricants and fluids etc. Cost of normal maintenance including replacement of service items.
•2. Damages to engine/drive systems caused by lack of/or improper lubricants and/or fluids.
•3. Damages arising from accident, misuse or neglect.
•4. Damages to engine/drive systems caused by improper operation and/or maintenance.
•5. Brouwer Kesmac will not be liable for any incidental or consequential damage or injuries, including but not limited to
loss of profits, loss of crops, rental of substitute equipment, or other commercial loss or for damage to the equipment in which
the Company Product is installed.
FREIGHT CARRIER DAMAGE
Claims for equipment damaged in transit should be referred to the freight carrier. Visible damage should be reported immediately and
concealed damage as soon as possible, in accordance with freight carrier regulations.
KESMAC INC.
DBA BROUWER KESMAC
23324 Woodbine Ave.
Keswick, ON L4P 0N1
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.brouwerkesmac.com

ALWAYS GIVE THE SERIAL NUMBER, MODEL NUMBER AND PART COLOR WHEN
ORDERING SERVICE PARTS.
Date of Purchase: Month___________________Day______________Year_________
Dealer Name________________________Phone_____________________
Serial Number________________________
Model Number________________________
Kesmac Inc.
23324 Woodbine Avenue, Keswick Ontario Canada L4P 3E9
Tel [phone] Fax [phone]
Web Site www.brouwerturf.com Email [e-mail]

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION SECTION 1 page
Specifications ...........................................................................................1-1
Description ...............................................................................................1-1
SAFETY SECTION 2
General Safety .........................................................................................2-1
Operator Safety........................................................................................2-1
PRE-START INSTRUCTIONS SECTION 3
Specifications for Fuels and Oils..............................................................3-1
Setup Instructions.....................................................................................3-2
OPERATION SECTION 4
Operating Precautions..............................................................................4-1
Starting Engine.........................................................................................4-1
Operating Instructions ..............................................................................4-2
SERVICE SECTION 5
Lubrication Schedule................................................................................5-1
Service and Adjustments..........................................................................5-3
Storage and Transporting.........................................................................5-7
PARTS SECTION 6
Frame Parts and Engine Mounting...........................................................6-1
General Assembly....................................................................................6-3
Cutting Blade Assembly..........................................................................6-5
Gearbox Assembly..................................................................................6-7
Controls ..................................................................................................6-9
Crankshaft Parts....................................................................................6-11
Shields ..................................................................................................6-13
Decals...................................................................................................6-15
WARRANTY ..................................................................................last page

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INTRODUCTION section 1
Description
Brouwer Sod Cutter Mark 2... The perfect tool for landscapers, contractors, rental outlets, golf courses,
utilities, lawn renovators ... in fact, anywhere, anytime that turf requires removing, repairing, renovating or lifting to
lay pipes or cables below ground.
Specifications
Engine _______________5 HP Honda GX140 Before Serial #2900
5-1/2 HP Honda GX160 After Serial #2900
Width of Cut _____________13" (330 mm) standard blade
Roller Diameter ____________8" (203mm)
Depth of Cut _____________3./8" to 1-1/2" (9.50 mm to 38 mm)
Weight _______________175 lbs. (79.5 kg)
Drives ________________V-belts, spur gear reduction and chain
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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ATTENTION: This symbol
identifies potential health
and safety hazards. It
marks safety precautions.
ATTENTION: Your safety
and the safety of others is
involved.
•Read and understand the owner's manual,
before attempting to operate this machine.
•Operate all controls from the operator's
seat, (if so equipped). NO RIDERS.
•Keep all shields in place and safety switches
adjusted properly.
•Do not leave equipment unattended. STOP
the engine and remove the key (if so
equipped).
•Do not allow minors or the inexperienced to
operate this machine.
•Keep people and pets a safe distance away
from machines using power driven attach-
ments. Injury could result from flying debris.
•Place all controls in disengage position prior
to starting engine.
•Check that the throttle control operates
smoothly. Failure to do so may result in the
machine becoming out of control.
•Do not place hands or feet beneath machine
at any time.
•Do not operate equipment without
shields/guards in place. Do not make any ad-
justments or perform any maintenance while
the engine is running.
•Never start or run the engine indoors where
exhaust fumes can collect. Carbon monoxide
which is present in the exhaust fumes is an
odorless deadly gas. Maintain adequate ven-
tilationandfreshairtopreventcarbonmonox-
ide build up.
•Always stop the engine and allow it to cool off
when refueling.
•If a malfunction occurs, cease operation and
stop the engine.
SAFETY section 2
SIGNAL WORD DEFINITIONS
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury. This signal word is limited to the most extreme cases.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury and/or property damage. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
BE ALERT!
GENERAL SAFETY
OPERATING SAFETY

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PRE-START INSTRUCTIONS section 3
SPECIFICATIONS FOR FUELS AND OILS
ENGINE OIL
Fill the crankcase with oil that meets API service
designation SF, SF/CC, or SF/CD. Do not mix brands
or grades of oil. Recommended weight for general all
temperature use is:
SAE 10W-30
FUEL
Use clean, fresh, regular or unleaded fuel. Use of
unleaded fuel results in less maintenance.
GEARBOX OIL
Fill the gearbox with gear oil. Recommended
weight for general all temperature use is SAE 90
EP
NEVER USE ETHER AS A STARTING AID, OR
SEVERE DAMAGE TO ENGINE MAY OCCUR.
NEVER FILL FUEL TANK WITH ENGINE
RUNNING!

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PRE-START INSTRUCTIONS section 3
Decrating and Set-up
•Remove the Sod Cutter from the crate.
To prevent possible personal injury, do not lift
the unit single handed. Use an adequate lifting
device. (i.e. hoist or fork lift)
BEFORE STARTING:
•READ SAFETY DECALS.
•Check engine and gearbox oil levels.
•Prior to starting and operating, place the
machine on it's kickstand (1). (Refer to
Drawing 1)
(1).Fold handle (2) back into suitable operating
position (Refer to Drawing 1).
(2). Visually check all moving parts and
fasteners.If any partsor fasteners arebrokenor
loose, replace or tighten.
(3). Before attempting to start engine read
Section 4 of this manual and follow the
instructions in the engine manufacturers
owner's manual.
(4). Fill the fuel tank with recommended fuel.
Drawing 1

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OPERATION section 4
Operating Precautions
To prevent possible bodily injury;
•Place all controls in disengage position prior to
starting engine.
•Check that the throttle control operates
smoothly. Failure to do so may result in the
machine becoming out of control.
•Do not place hands or feet beneath machine at
any time.
•Do not operate equipment without
shields/guards in place. Do not make any
adjustments or perform any maintenance while
the engine is running.
•Never start or run the engine indoors where
exhaust fumes can collect. Carbon monoxide
which is present in the exhaust fumes is an
odorless deadly gas. Maintain adequate
ventilation and fresh air to prevent carbon
monoxide build up.
•Always stop the engine and allow it to cool off
when refueling.
•Any warning decal that becomes illegible should
be replaced immediately.
•If a malfunction occurs, cease operation and
stop the engine. Do not operate the machine
until the faulty condition is corrected.
Drawing 2
Starting Engine
See Drawing 2. Refer to engine manufacturer
owner's manual. Check gas flow valve (1) is in “ON”
position. Turn ignition start switch (2) to “ON”
position.
Drawing 3
Starting Engine
See Drawing 3. Position unit on kickstand and pull
smoothly and firmly on starting cord (1). Allow the
engine to warm up before operating machine. If
engine fails to start refer to the engine manufacturer
owner's manual.

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OPERATION section 4
Drawing 4
Drawing 5
Drawing 6
Operating Machine
See Drawing 4. With the engine at “idle” speed, ease
the unit forward off the kickstand. To increase the
engine speed and engage the centrifugal clutch, the
throttle lever (1), positioned on the RH control
handle, is pulled toward the operator. At
approximately 1200 RPM, the clutch will engage,
putting the machine in motion and operating the
oscillating cutting blades.
An emergency kill switch (2) is located on the RH
control handle to stop the engine.
Adjusting Depth of Cut
Serial Number (1000 -- 4049) See Drawing 5. To
adjust the depth of cut: Position unit on kickstand,
loosen the two “U” bolts slightly (1) and the
adjustment handle (2). To decrease the depth of cut,
raise the frame (3) in the direction of arrow “A”. To
increase the depth of cut, lower the frame in the
direction of arrow “B”. Re--tighten the adjustment
handle (2) and “U” bolts (1).
Serial Number (4050 -- )See Drawing 5. To
adjust the depth of cut: Position unit on kickstand,
loosen the adjustment handle (2). To decrease the
depth of cut, raise the frame (3) in the direction of
arrow “A”. To increase the depth of cut, lower the
frame in the direction of arrow “B”. Re--tighten the
adjustment handle (2).
Adjusting Control Handles
See Drawing 6. To adjust the height of the control
handles to suit the operator, loosen the hand knobs
(1) on each side of the machine sufficiently enough
to allow the handle (2) to be raised or lowered as
required. Re--tighten hand knobs.

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SERVICE section 5
Drawing 18 - Lubrication Chart

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SERVICE section 5
LUBRICATION
For engine service/maintenance procedure, refer to the engine manufacturer owner's manual.
•Following the recommended lubrication/maintenance program will help maintain a trouble free service life for
this machine. All of the bearings on the Sod Cutter are of the sealed type and under normal circumstances do
not require lubrication.
•The following lubrication instructions, with reference to Drawing 18, are recommended:
1. Grease gun to the blade arms Weekly
2. Light oil to: Throttle cable & linkage Monthly
3. Wheel hubs Monthly
4. Jack stand Monthly
5. Control handles Monthly
6. Light oil to Centrifugal clutch Six months
7. Check SAE 90 oil level in Gearbox Six months

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SERVICE section 5
Drawing 7
Drive Chain Adjustment/Replacement
See Drawing 7. Place machine on it's kickstand (1).
Remove the chain guard (2).
See Drawing 8. Slacken off the roller support
bearing housing bolts (1) & (2) and the eccentric
washer retaining bolts (3), on both sides of the
machine. Tap the bearing flange at point “A” to pivot
the bearing in the direction of arrow “B” and so
tightening the chain. Adjust the chain until there is
1/4 inch deflection between sprocket centers.
Re-tighten the bolts (1) & (2). Turn the eccentric
washers until they are hard against the bearing
flange and tighten the bolt (3).
See Drawing 9. NOTE: When adjusting the roller
bearings (1), it is important that the roller (2) remains
parallel to the cutting blades (3). check that
dimension “A” is equal on both sides of the machine.
Failure to do so may result in uneven thickness of
cut and premature chain wear or breakage.
Drawing 8
Drawing 9

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SERVICE section 5
Drive Chain Adjustment/Replacement
(continued)
See Drawing 10. Replace chain guard (1) before
operating machine.
Removing Drive Belt Covers
See Drawing 11 and remove covers (1) and (2).
After the first 10 to 12 hours of use, re-adjust the
drive belts. Thereafter check the drive belts tension
after each 20 hours of operation.
NOTE: If the belts show signs of excessive wear or
any damage, or can no longer be correctly adjusted
they must be replaced. See Drawing 12.
Adjusting Main Drive Belt
See Drawing 12. To adjust the main drive belt,
slacken off the four engine mounting bolts (1).
Release locknut (2) and turn the adjusting bolt (3)
clockwise* to tighten the belt and counter clockwise
to slacken the belt. When correctly adjusted, there
should be 5/8 inch deflection between pulley
centers. Re-tighten bolts (1) and locknut (2).
* Viewed from the operating position.
Drawing 10
Drawing 11
Drawing 12

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SERVICE section 5
Drawing 13
Drawing 14
Drawing 15
Replacing the Main Drive Belt
See Drawing 13. Remove side cover (1) as shown in
Drawing 11. Slacken belt as shown in Drawing 12
and remove from clutch pulley at engine. Release
lock collar (1) from bearing (2). Remove bolts and
nuts (3). Slide bearing along shaft toward pulley (5),
this will allow belt (4) to be removed past the end of
shaft (6).
Adjusting Crankshaft Belts
See Drawing 14. The crankshaft belts (1) are
adjusted by releasing the locknut (2) and turning the
adjusting bolt (3) clockwise* to tighten the belts.
When correctly adjusted there should be 1/4 inch
deflection between pulley centers. Re-tighten locknut
(3).
“Viewed from the operating position.
Replacing Crankshaft Drive Belts
See Drawing 15. Remove the main drive belt as
shown in Drawing 13. Release locknut (1) and turn
adjusting bolt (2) counter clockwise to slacken off
belts (3). Remove clamp bolts (4) at both ends of
connecting rod (5). Remove the crankshaft belts (3).
Remove belts by lifting over pulley (6) and past the
end of shaft (7). Reassemble in reverse order.
1. Crankshaft drive belts must be replaced in
pairs.
2. Keep connecting rod halves paired as they were
originally installed.

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SERVICE section 5
Drawing 16
Drawing 17
Removing/Replacing Cutting Blades
See Drawing 16. Place unit on kickstand. Remove
the chain guard (1) and main drive belt guard (2).
See Drawing 17. Remove the self locking nuts (1)
and special bolts (2) from both sides. Remove
blades. Replace sharpened, or new, blades in
reverse procedure.
NOTE: On reassembly, the bolts (2) must be
tightened to the correct torque of 105 ft.lbs. Check
that there is no contact between the blades at point
“A”.

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SERVICE section 5
Daily Storage
•Check engine oil level and air filter element in
accordance with engine manufacturer owner's
manual.
•Close off fuel flow valve.
•Clean cutting blades of grass, dirt, etc.
Extended Storage
•Before storing the unit for a period exceeding 30
days,thefollowing precautionsshouldbetaken:
•Drain all fuel from the fuel tank and lines. Using a
hose or fuel line attached to the fuel shut off
valve, drain fuel into a suitable container.
•Start the engine and run until all fuel remaining in
the float bowl is used up.
•Prepare the engine in accordance with the
engine manufacturer's recommendation in the
owner's manual.
•Clean the unit of any dirt, grass, etc. and
lubricate according to lubrications instructions.
•Clean and oil cutting blades to prevent rust.
Returning To Service
•Fill fuel tank.
•Check engine crankcase oil level, refer to engine
manufacturer owner's manual.
•Check for fuel leaks.
•Start engine and check for fuel or oil leaks.
Transporting Unit
•When transporting unit by truck or trailer, place
the control handles (1) in stowed position. Shut
offfuel flow valve(2). Place unitonkickstand (3)
and block the wheels (4) to prevent movement.
See Drawing 19.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
Drawing 19