Mahindra BFMXTV60 User manual

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READ&FOLLOWALLSAFETYRULES&INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE
OPERATINGYOUREQUIPMENT
108307_EN R-03302016
*ASSEMBLY *REPAIRPARTS
*OPERATION *MAINTENANCE
0108306
Forserialnumberstartingwith17andup

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Conditions and Products Covered:
BERCOMAC guarantees any part of the product or accessory
manufactured by BERCOMAC and found in the reasonable
judgment of BERCOMAC to be defective in material and or
workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an authorized
dealer without charge up to our maximum labor rates and pre-
established times. For replacement parts only standard ground
freight services are covered. This warranty applies to the
products bought and used in North America.
Warranty Period
(from date of the original retail purchase)
 Residential, light commercial or regular commercial
(agricultural) use: 1 year
 Commercial intense, industrial or rental use: 90 days
Exceptions Noted Below; the following items have a different
coverage conditions and limited time:
 Tire Chains:
o 90 days residential or light commercial use
o No warranty on other application
 Engines: Will vary as per the manufacturer
Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s warranty
statement included with the unit. BERCOMAC is not
authorized to handle warranty adjustments on engines.
Items and Conditions NOT Covered:
This warranty does not cover the following:
 Pick-up or delivery charges or in-home services fees.
 Any damage or deterioration of the unit, parts and or finish
of these due to normal use, wear and tear, or exposure.
 Cost of regular use or maintenance service or parts, such as
gas, oil, lubricants, tune-up parts, and adjustments.
 Any part or accessory which has been altered, modified,
misused, neglected, accidentally damaged or not properly
installed, maintained, stored or repaired not in accordance
withtheinstructionsintheowner’smanual.
 Repair due to normal wear and or any wear items such as
shear pins, bolts, belts, winch cable, cutting edge, skid
shoes, etc.
 Expedited freight fee services for replacement parts.
 Shear bolts and shear pins are to be considered as a
preventive measure not as an assured protection, any
damages resulting from the lack of shear bolts breakage are
not covered.
NOTE: All warranty work must be performed by an authorized
dealer using original (manufacturer) replacement parts.
Owner’sResponsibilities:
BERCOMAC’s defective equipment or part must be returned
to an authorized dealer within the warranty period for repairs.
In the event that defective merchandise must be returned to
manufacturer for repairs, freight fees are prepaid and a written
authorization from BERCOMAC must be obtained by dealer
prior to the shipment. This warranty extends only to
equipment operated under normal conditions. To validate a
warranty claim, it is the user’s responsibility to maintain and
servicetheunitasspecifiedintheowner’smanualortohave
the unit serviced at their dealer at their expense.
General Conditions:
The sole liability of BERCOMAC with respect to this warranty
shall be strictly and exclusively repair and replacement as
mentioned herein. BERCOMAC shall not have any liability for
any other costs, loss or damage, including but not limited to,
any incidental or consequential loss or damage.
Taking advantage of the warranty does not in any way extend
the length or renewal of the warranty.
In particular, without being limited to, BERCOMAC shall have
no liability or responsibility for:
 Travel time, overtime, after hours time or other
extraordinary repair charges or relating to repairs and or
replacements outside of normal business hours.
 Rental of like or similar replacement equipment during the
period of any, repair or replacement work.
 Any communicating or travel charges.
 Loss or damage to person or property other than that
covered by the terms of this warranty.
 Any claims for lost revenue, lost profit or any similar costs
as a result of damage or repair.
 Attorney’s fees.
BERCOMAC’s responsibility in respect to claims is limited to
making the required repairs or replacement without charge up
to our maximum labor rates and pre-established times and no
claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or
rescission of the contract of sale of any product or accessory.
In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the
amount of the purchase price of the product sold.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also
have other rights, which vary from state to state.
NOTE: Bercomac reserves the right to change or improve the design of any part or accessory without assuming any obligation to modify
any product previously manufactured.
Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Services: Contact the Mahindra dealer where equipment was purchased or any other Mahindra
service dealer to arrange service at their dealership. To locate a dealer convenient to you, access our website at
www.mahindrausa.com. Don't forget to bring your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the Mahindra dealer.
Revised 11-23-2012

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TABLEOFCONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................................... 1
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 2
SAFETYDECALS .................................................................................................................................................... 4
ASSEMBLY
Assemblyinstructions ................................................................................................................................ 5
Step1 Engineandbatterypreparation ................................................................................................... 6
Step2 Casterwheelassembly ................................................................................................................ 7
Step3 Towbarassembly ........................................................................................................................ 8
Step4 Cableholderassembly ................................................................................................................ 9
Step5 Deflectorassembly ....................................................................................................................... 9
Step6 Installationonvehicle ................................................................................................................... 9
Step6 Controlboxsupportinstallation ................................................................................................... 10
OPERATION ......................................................................................................................................................... 12
ADJUSTMENTS ....................................................................................................................................................... 17
MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................................................... 19
GENERALTROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................................................... 24
TORQUESPECIFICATIONTABLE ....................................................................................................................... 27
PARTSBREAKDOWNANDPARTSLIST
FinishingmowerBFMXTV60 .................................................................................................................... 28
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INTRODUCTION
TO THE PURCHASER
This new accessory was carefully designed to give years of dependable service. This manual has been provided to
assist in the safe operation and servicing of your attachment.
NOTE: All photographs and illustrations in the manual may not necessarily depict the actual models or attachment, but
are intended for reference only and are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication.
Familiarize yourself fully with the safety recommendations and operating procedures before putting the machine to
use. Carefully read, understand and follow these recommendations and insist that they be followed by those who will
use this attachment.
THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE IN THIS
MANUAL THAT HELPS YOU AND OTHERS AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.
DANGER, WARNING, AND CAUTION ARE SIGNAL WORDS USED TO IDENTIFY THE LEVEL OF
HAZARD. HOWEVER, REGARDLESS OF THE HAZARD, BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL.
DANGER: Signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if recommended precautions
are not followed.
WARNING: Signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
CAUTION: Signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate injury if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
Record your attachment serial number and purchase date in the section reserved below (there is no serial number on
the subframe). Your dealer requires this information to give you prompt, efficient service when ordering replacement
parts. Use only genuine parts when replacements are required.
If warranty repairs are required please present this registration booklet and original sales invoice to your selling dealer
for warranty service.
This manual should be kept for future reference.
Please check if you have received all the parts for your kit with the list of the
bag and the list of the box.
SERIAL NUMBER : ___________________________
(IF APPLICABLE)
MODEL NUMBER: ___________________________
PURCHASE DATE : ___________________________

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SAFETYLABELS
REPLACEIFDECALSAREDAMAGED
SEEPARTSBREAKDOWNFORDECALLOCATION
Decal#107584
Decal#105128
Decal#107585
Decal#108261
Recommendationsaboutthegastopreventdamages
toengine.

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ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLYINSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT:UNLESSOTHERWISESPECIFIEDTORQUEALLBOLTSACCORDINGTOTORQUE
SPECIFICATIONTABLE.REFERTOPARTSBREAKDOWNSECTIONFORPARTIDENTIFICATION.
Overallview
NOTE:Inthismanual,therightandleftsideisdeterminedbeingseatedonthedriver’sseatfacingforward.
Removethemowerandalltheothercomponents
fromthecrate.
INTENDEDUSE
ThisFinishingmowerisdesignedtoproduceaqualityfinishcutonlawns,golfcourses,etc.Itisnotdesignedto
clearbrushorcutsaplings.YourFinishingmowershouldbetowedbehindanATV,agolfcart,tractor,orsimilar
approvedvehicle.Itisnotmeantforspeedsexceeding5mph(8km/h).
Always make sure to wear the appropriate safety
equipmentrequired(glasses,muffs,mask…).
Toolsrequired:
Ratchet
Wrench:7/16”,1/2”,9/16”,3/4”,15/16”
Sockets:7/16”,1/2”,9/16”,3/4”,15/16”,3/8”
Pliers
WARNING
THISACCESSORYISHEAVY!
To avoid risk of strain injury, NEVER lift the
accessory by hand alone when handling the
components or assembly. Use proper lifting
deviceandseekassistance.
When accessory is off the ground, NEVER be
underneath the accessory. Serious injury
including possibility of death could occur if
accessoryweretodropsuddenly.
Alwayswearprotectiveshoesandappropriate
gloveswhenmanipulatingorusingthis
equipment.

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ASSEMBLY
STEP1
ENGINEANDBATTERYPREPARATION
Disengage spark plug wire and place it where it
cannotmakeaconnection.
Add oil in the engine. Verify oil level and add if
necessary before starting engine. (See engine
owner’smanual).
U1batterymustbepurchasedlocally:
Check the battery. If the battery is put into service
afterthe“monthandyear”ofthedateonthebattery,
it may need to be recharged with a 12 volt battery
charger.Followthemanufacturer'sinstructionsforthe
batteryorforthebatterycharger.
Remove the guard (item 1) by removing the knobs
(item2).
Attach battery cables to the battery, make sure to
attach the red wire on the positive terminal first and
thentheblackwireonthenegativeterminal.
Secureinplacewiththerubberties.Reinstallthethe
guard(item1).
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WARNING
TOPREVENTINJURIESORDAMAGES:
Itisimportanttoputtheprotectioncaponthe
battery’sredpost.

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ASSEMBLY
Install the two front wheels forks (item 5) with the
bolts(item6),nyloninsertlocknuts(item7)andthe
washer(item9)alreadyinplace.
Insert the lock pins (item 8) into place to lock the
wheels.
Lockthetwofrontwheelswhen:
 Transportingbetweenmowingzones.
 Mowingathighspeed.
 Mowinginasectorthatdoesnotrequiretightturns.
STEP2
CASTERWHEELASSEMBLY
Install the two rear wheels forks (item 1) with two
spacers (item 2), two hex bolts 3/8’’ n.c. x 3
1/4’’(item3)andtwonyloninsertlocknuts(item4).
Install the four wheels (item 1) in the wheel forks
(item2)withthehex bolts3/4’’n.c. x 6 1/2’’(item3)
andthethinnyloninsertlocknuts(item4).
Make sure there is aslight play between the wheel
fork and the bearings, this will guarantee the wheel
bearingsarenottootight.Makesurethewheelturns
freelyaftercompletingtheassembly.
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ASSEMBLY
Centralposition:
Putthetowbarinplace(item1)withthehelpofapin
(item2)andthelynchpin(item3).
NOTE: the length of the tow bar (item B) is
adjustable. Remove the pin (item 7) and adjust the
lengththenreinstallthepin.
STEP3
TOWBARASSEMBLY
WARNING
RISKOFGETTINGPINCHED
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Handlewithcareandneverleavethetowbar
(itemB)intheraisedposition.
Ajustableoffset
Leftorrightoffsetposition:
Remove the lock pin (item 4) and remove the pin
(item5). Pull out theextension arm (item2). Secure
the extension arm in place with the lock pin (item 6)
that is found on the other side of the frame (original
locationnotshown).Installthetowbar(item1)tothe
extension arm with the pin (item 5) and the lock pin
(item4).
Leftorrightpartialoffsetposition:
Removethelockpin(item4)fromtheframe(item8),
insert the pin (item 5) in the tow bar (item 1) then
secureinplacewiththelockpin(item4).
Partialoffset 8
Central
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A
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ASSEMBLY
STEP5
DEFLECTORASSEMBLY
Install the deflector (item 1) with two hex bolts 3/8’’
n.c. x 1 1/4’’ (item 2) and two nylon insert lock nuts
(item3).
STEP6
INSTALLATIONONTHEVEHICLE
A2’’(50mm)BALLHITCHISREQUIREDONTHE
TOWVEHICLE.
Backthevehicleuptodesiredtowingposition.
Placetheaccessory’shitch(item1)onthetowhitch
ballofthevehicleandsecureinplacewithandahair
pin.
NOTE:Acorrectadjustmentwillallowthehandleto
bereleasedwithmoderatepressureappliedtothe
handle.
Toopen,pulluponhitchcouplerhandle(item1)and
rotateforward.
Placehitchcoupleronball.
Whenballiscompletelynestedinsocket,rotatehitch
couplerhandlebackwarduntilhandleisinlockedinto
position.
Alwayschecktightnessbeforeusingthetowhitch.
Makesurethethehandleisinlockedposition.
Lockthehandleintopositionovertheballinthehitch
coupler. Tightenthe locknut(item2)against thethe
tensionspringsothatthehitchcoupleristightonthe
ball.
WARNING
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Alwayscheckthatballiscompletelyinsertedinto
hitchcouplersocketandthatunderjawissecurely
closedaroundthebottomofball.
Alwayscheckthathitchcouplerhandleisproperly
lockedbeforeitsuse.
Always examine hitch coupler and ball for damage
beforeusing,replaceifdamaged.
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STEP4
CABLEHOLDERASSEMBLY
Installthecableholder(item1) onthe towbar(item
A)withtheUboltplate(item2),flatwashers(item3)
andtwo1/2’’n.c.nyloninsertlocknuts(item4.
NOTE: Install the cable holder in about the same
placeasshown.
It will be possible to adjust the location of the cable
holdertoavoidpossibleinterferenceswiththecontrol
cableswhenmovingwiththetowingvehicle.

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ChooseoptionAorBtoinstallthecontrolboxsupport
(item1).
NOTE:Inordertopreventdamageduetowater
accumulation,makesuretoplacethecontrolbox
horizontally.
OptionA
Usetwohexbolts1/4"x11/2"(item2),twospacers
(item3)andtwoflangenuts1/4"(item4)toattachthe
controlboxsupporttothesupportbrackets(item5).
NOTE:Choosetherightholecombinationonthe
controlboxsupportinordertodirectthefrontofthe
controlboxtowardsthedrivingcontrolsofthevehicle.
(seeoperationsectiontoseehowcontrolboxis
oriented),Furthermore,makesuretohavefree
accessatalltimestotheequipment'scontrolsin
ordertosafelycontroltheequipment.
OptionB
Drilltwoholesof19/16’’apartonthevehicle.Secure
thecontrolboxsupportwithtwobolts1/4"x1/2"(item
6)andtwoflangenuts1/4".
STEP7
CONTROLBOXINSTALLATION
1) Remove the control box (item 1) from the guard
(item2)byremovingtheknob(item3).
TIP: The knob can stay on the guard. Once the
control box has been removed, make sure to
retightentheknobtoavoidlosingitbecauseofthe
vibrationswhentheaccessoryisinoperation.
2)Installtheseal(item1)onthesupport(item2)with
the hex bolt 5/16’’ n.c. x 3/4’’ (item 3), a flat
washer3/8’’hole(item4) andanylon insert lock
nut 5/16’’ n.c. (item 5). Do not tighten the seal.
Use the groove (item A) on the control box to
makesurethesealisnottootightandthatitslips
ineasily.
ASSEMBLY

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ASSEMBLY
INSTALLTHECONTROLBOXINIT’SSUPPORT.
Insertthecontrolbox(item1)init’ssupport(item2).
Secureinplacebytighteningtheknob(item3).
Securethecables:
Slidethecables(item1)throughtheopeningofthe
cablesupport(item2).
IMPORTANT:Makesuretosecurethecablesin
ordertoavoidanydamageduetoacontactwiththe
vehicle,theaccessoryitself(especially,themuffler)
oranyotherobjectthatcanbenearandaroundthese
cables.
Tietheelectriccableandtheengine’scontrolcable
ontheaccessoryandonthevehicle.Ifnecessaryuse
cableties.Donotforget:thecontrolboxmustbe
easilyremovablefromthevehicle.
Ifneeded,changethelocationofcablesupport(item
2)toavoidtheanypossibleinterferencewiththe
controlcablesduringtransportationwiththetowing
vehicle.
IMPORTANT:Beforeoperatingthisaccessory,dothe
requiredadjustmentsindicatedinthe‘’Adjustments’’
section.

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OPERATION
DANGER
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not
alertedtothepresenceofchildren.
Children are often attracted to the machine and the
mowing activity. Never assume that children will
remainwhereyoulastsawthem.
DANGER
Before starting to operate: sitonthedriver’sseat
and make sure to always attach on your wrist the
emergencyswitchlanyardthatislinkedtothecontrol
box.
Neveroperatewithoutthislanyardinplace.
OPERATOR’SRESPONSIBILITY
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper
training involved in the operation, transport, storage and maintenance of the accessory. Therefore, it is
absolutelyessentialthatnooneoperatestheaccessorywithoutfirsthavingread,fullyunderstoodandbecome
totallyfamiliarwiththeoperator'smanual.
WEARYOURSAFETYGLASSESFORESIGHTISBETTERTHANNOSIGHT
SAFETYINFORMATION
Always make sure to wear the appropriate safety
equipmentrequired(glasses,muffs,mask…).
The operation of any mower can produce foreign objects to be thrown into the eyes, resulting in severe eye
damage.
Always wear certified safety glasses or wide-vision safety goggles over spectacles before starting any cutting
machineandwhileoperatingsuchamachine.
The operation of any mower produces sound waves that are damaging to the human ear. Ear protection is
recommended.
DANGER
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Never place handsorfeetunderthedeckorattempt
to make adjustments to the cutter with ELECTRIC
CLUTCH engaged. The blades rotating at high
speedscannotbeseenandarelocatedclose tothe
deck housing. Body extremities can be cut off
instantly.
DANGER
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Do not use the accessory as a fan. The blades are
notdesigned forthisuse.Usingthisaccessoryasa
fancanresultininjuriesordeath.
WARNING
Always disengage electric clutch, engage parking
brake,shutoffvehicle,removeignitionkey,andwait
for all moving parts to come to a complete stop
beforedismountingfromvehicle.
DANGER
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Keep others away whiletheaccessoryisoperating.
Itcandischargeobjectsathighspeeds.Therefor,
the use of front and rear safety guards is strongly
recommended when cutting along highways and in
areas where people may be present. Stop blade
rotationifabystanderiswithinatleast300feet.
WARNING
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Never allow riders includingchildrenonthevehicle
oraccessory.
Theycanfallandbe ran overcausingseriousinjury
ordeath.
DANGER
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Do not operate and/or travel across steep inclines
whereavehiclecanrolloverresultinginseriousinjury
ordeath.
Consultyourvehicle’smanualforacceptableinclines
the vehicle is capable of traveling across.Never
operateonslopesofmorethan15degreesMAX.
DANGER
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
All guards and shields must be installed and in
good working condition at all times during cutting
operation.

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OPERATION
BEFOREFIELDOPERATION:
INSPECTTHEVEHICLE
The vehicle’s safety equipment is installed and in
goodworkingcondition.
Veh icle is in good workin g co ndit io n a nd must
respec t th em ainten an ce sp ecific atio ns as per 
theow ner’s m anua lof thevehicl e.
ENGINEPREPARATION
See engine manufacturer’s recommendationsfor the
typeandamountofoilandfuelused.
Make sure the tow vehicle’s parking brake is set,
mower is level, and blades are disengaged. Engine
must be level to accurately check and fill oil. Do not
overfill.
 Checksparkplugwire(s),oilandfuel.
 Check all electrical connections for debris
buildup.
Operate the engine according to the instructions in
theenginemanual.
ADJUSTCUTTER
Beforeoperating,refertosection« Adjustment »and
proceed with the required adjustments according to
thedesireduse.
ADJUSTTIREPRESSURE
Verifyandadjusttirepressureasindicateddirectlyon
tire of the accessory. Air pressure must be even on
bothsides.
INSPECTTHEACCESSORY
Make the following inspections with the accessory
attachedtothevehicle.Makesuretheelectricclutch
is disengaged the engine is shut off, the spark plug
wire is disconnect and all moving components are
completelystopped:
Parkvehicleandthe accessoryonalevelsurface is
restingonsolidsupports..
 Makesurethereisnothingundertheaccessory
thatshouldnotbethere.
 (tools,block,feet,hands,etc.)
 Check for and remove foreign objects wrapped
aroundbladespindles.
 Check for nicked, bent, broken, and worn cutting
blades.
 Replace or sharpen blades as required.
Referto“CutterBladeMaintenance”.
 Removesolidsupportsfromunderthedeckbefore
operating.
INSPECTWORKAREA
Makesuretheworkareacorrespondstotheintended
useofthisequipmentanditissafetoworkwithin.
Do not cut in wet conditions. Allow wet grass to
dry. Wet grass will clump and collect under the
mowingdeckcreatingpoordischargeandpremature
wear.Itwillalsorequireadditionalhorsepower.
WARNING
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Clear area to be cut of debris and other unforeseen
removableobjectsbeforecutting.Markanypotential
hazards that cannot be removed such as tree
stumps, post, rocks, holes, and drop-offs with a
visibleflag.
WARNING
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Do not operate accessory with loose hardware.
Loose hardware can result in a breakdown causing
seriousinjuryordeath.
WARNING
Loosebladescaneasilypiercea1/4’’steelplate.
Loosebladescanalsobethrownupto300feet.
TOPREVENTSERIOUSINJURIES,DEATHAND
MATERIALDAMAGE:
Periodically (and after a full day) disengage
ELECTRIC CLUTCH, shut down engine, remove
key,and:
 Checkforforeignobjectswrappedaroundtherotor
shaft.
 Lift and block the accessory before removing
objects.
 Frequently inspectaccessory for any sign of wear
orlooseboltsandnuts(especiallythetheboltsfor
thestumpjumperandtheblade).
 TightenasindicatedintheTorquespecification
table.
 Makesureallguardsareinplaceatalltimes.
CAUTION
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Do not exceed rated cutting capacity indicated (see
« INTENDEDUSE »section).
WARNING
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Do not use accessory to lift or carry objects; to pull
fenceposts,stumpsorotherobjects;ortotowother
equipment. Doing so can damage the accessory,
causingseriousinjuryordeath.

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OPERATION
Item1:Ignitionswitch.
Usingthekey:Allowstostarttheengineoryoumay
turn the key to ‘’accessory’’ setting to activate the
controlswithoutstartingtheengine.Thelight(item7)
isonwhenthekeyisturnedto‘’accessory’’or‘’start’’
setting.
Always remove the key when the equipment is left
withoutsurveillance.
Item2:Throttlelever
Push towards the front to increase engine speed,
pushcompletelytotheendto‘’start’’
Item3:Emergencyswitch
Pushtostopequipmentquickly.
Item4:Safetylanyard:
Links the operator to the control box. If the operator
leaves the driver’s seat without stopping the
equipment, the equipment will stop (the cable will
disconnectitselffromtheemergencyswitch). 7
3
5
8
4
2
1
6
front
back
1
Stop
Accessory
Enginestart
Enginerunning
FAMILIARIZATIONWITHTHECONTROLBOX
WARNING
Readthevehicle'sowner’smanualcarefully.Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls & proper
use of the attachment. Know how to stop the
unit&disengagethecontrolsquickly
.
WARNING
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Always disengage electric clutch, engage parking
brake,shutoffvehicle,removeignitionkey,andwait
for all moving parts to come to a complete stop
beforedismountingfromvehicle.
Item5:Engagementswitch
Pulltoengage,pushtodisengage.Thelight(item8)
isonwhenequipmentisengaged.
Item6:Heightadjustmentswitch.
Allowstoadjustthecuttingheight.
WARNING
Theremaybeapossibilitythatincertaincases,
thesafetylanyardmaybetoolongaccordingto
the position of the control box on the vehicle
andhowthelanyardisattachedtotheoperator.
IT IS THE OPERATOR’S RESPONSIBILITY to
make sure the lanyard is installed safely so the
lanyard disconnects itself as soon as the operator
leavesthedrivingseatinonedirectionortheother.
IF REQUIRED: shorten the lanyard making sure it
retainsitsoriginalresistance.

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OPERATION
STARTINGTHEENGINE,INSPECTIONSANDBURNISHINGTHECLUTCH
WARNING
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Start the engine, engage and disengage the
electric clutch to be sure it works normally. Make
sure the emergency switch is working perfectly.
Makesureallthecontrolsareworkingwellbefore
usingtheaccessory.
WARNING
TOPREVENTINJURIES:
Stop ELECTRIC CLUTCH immediately if vibrations
continues after a few evolutions during start-up and
anytimethereafter.Waitforallmovingpartstocome
to a complete stop before dismounting from vehicle
to check for probable causes. Make necessary
repairsandadjustmentsbeforecontinuing.
STARTINGTHEENGINE
Beforestartingtowork,sitonthedriver’sseatandalwaysattachtoyourselftheemergencyswitchlanyard
thatislinkedtothecontrolbox.
NOTE:Donotattempttostarttheunitwiththeengagementknobpulledupinthe“ENGAGED”position.
Usingthecontrolbox,followthesesteps:
 Setthethrottleleveronthecontrolboxto“START”position.
 Turnkeytothe“ACCESSORY”setting,thentothe“START”setting.
 SetthrottlelevertominimumRPM.
 Allowenginetoidleafewmomentsbeforeengagingtheblades.
BLADEENGAGEMENT&DISENGAGEMENT
Theremaininginspectionsaremadebyengagingthebladestocheckforvibrations.
Cutterbladescanlock-upagainsteachotherduringstart-upandshut-down.
FollowingBladeEngagementandBladeDisengagementinstructionsbelow.
ENGAGINGTHEBLADES
A)Placetheengineleveratminimumthrottle.
B)Whileengineisrunningatidle,engagetheblades
bypullinguptheengagementswitch.
IMPORTANT: While engine is running full throttle,
makesuretheaccessoryisnot vibratingexcessively
foratleast3seconds.
DISENGAGINGTHEBLADES
A) Slowly decrease throttle speed until engine idle
speedisreached.
B) Then, push down the engagement switch to
disengagetheblades.
C) Engage vehicle’s parking brake, shut off vehicle’s
engineandremoveignitionkeyfromtheswitch..Stay
onvehicleuntilbladesarecompletelystopped.
IMPORTANT:
If excessive vibrations continue after 3 seconds at full engine speed, immediately disengage, shut down
engine,andremovethekeyfromtheswitch.
BURNISHINGPROCEDURE
Theburnishingproceduremustbeperformedbeforethefirsttimeuseoftheaccessoryandaftereachprolonged
periodofinactivity.Burnishingtheengagingsystemwillensureproperperformanceandwillhelpavoid
damages.
1. Makethereisnothingthatblockstherotationandstarttheengine.
2. Engageelectricclutch.
3. Disengageelectricclutchandwaitforallmovingpartstostop.
4. Repeatprocedure(steps2&3)10timeswithin30secondsintervalstoavoidoverheatingtheclutchwhich
mayresultindamage.

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OPERATION
BREAKINGINTHEBELT
Setthevehicleparkingbrakeandchockthewheels.
While the engine is running, slowly engage blade
control.
Inasafeenvironment,(i.e.nochildrenorpets)allow
blades to rotate and engine to idle for 5 minutes,
breakinginthebeltforalongerlife.
Stoptheaccessory.
STOPPINGTHEENGINE
Makesurethetowvehicleparkingbrakeisset.
Disengagethecuttingblades.
Reduceenginetoidlespeedandallowenginetorun
momentarilyforcooling.
Turnthekeytothe’’OFF’’position.
STARTINGTOCUT
Adjust the cutting height using the height adjustment
knobonthecontrolbox.
Double check secure coupling of accessory to the
vehiclevehicle.
Always follow the starting the engine instructions on
thepreviouspage,startthemowerengine.

Engage the blades following the instructions on the
previouspages.
Startmowingataslowtravelingspeed.
STOPPINGTHECUTTINGSESSION
Bringtowvehicletoacompletestop,settheparking
brakeanddisengageblades.
Turnkeyswitchtothe“OFF”position.
Alwaysremembertoremovekeystoavoidaccidental
startupsandirresponsibleuse.
SUGGESTEDMOWINGPRACTICES
Maintaincorrectenginespeed.
Afterthefirst50feetofcutting:
 Stopworkinganddisengagetheelectricclutch.
 Checkcuttingheightandiftheaccessoryislevel
tomakesureitisproperlyadjusted.
Optimumgroundspeed:
 It depends on the density of the materials being
cutandtheterrain.
 Mowingshouldbestartedwithtowvehicleinlow
gear and increased only as safe mowing
conditions permit. This speed should not
exceed5mi/h(8km/h).
Theaveragelawnshouldbecuttoapproximately2.5”
duringthecoolseasonandtoover 3” duringthehot
months.
Forahealthierlawnandbetteraesthetics, your lawn
shouldbemowedoftenandaftermoderategrowth.
When cutting high or dense grass areas, go slowly.
Some areas may need to be mowed twice. The
second cut should be at 90 degrees to the first, if
possible.
Do not attempt to cut areas that the tow vehicle
cannot maneuver through and/or slopes that you do
notfeelcomfortableriding.
TRANSPORTINGTHEACCESSORY
Stoptheaccessory.
Liftthemowerdecktoitshighestposition.
See ‘’Transportation’’ section to move the accessory
inasecureway.
BREAKINGINTHEBELTANDOPERATINGINTHEFIELD

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ADJUSTMENTS
FRONTTOBACKADJUSTMENT
For best cutting results, the cutter deck should be
parallel to the ground. To check parallel adjustment,
measure the distance from the bottom edge of the
deck in both the front and rear of the deck. This
adjustment is best done while the tow vehicle and
mowerareattachedtogether.
Adjust as needed by turning the rod end assembly
(item1).
Make sure to have the same adjustment on both
sidesofthemower.
LATERALADJUSTMENT
Themowermustcutevenlyontherightandleftside.
If this is not the case, adjust the position of the
actuatortoadjustthis.
Ifthemowerislowerontherightsidethanontheleft
side,adjustthearmsupport(item1)withthetopand
bottomnut..
WARNING
STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT THE
SPARK PLUG CABLE BEFORE DOING ANY
ADJUSTMENTSONTHEMOWER