OREC America RM982F User manual

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AA
Brush Rover 4WD (CARB)
RM982F
0259-72000
 Please fully read and understand all the important points in these
instructions before operating this machine.
 When you purchase this machine, please ask the retailer to explain the
Safest way to operate it.
 Please keep these operating instructions and the warranty safe so that they
may be easily referred to at anytime.
OREC America, Inc.
(To the retailer)
Please inspect this machine before shipping it to the customer, and register for warranty at
www.orecamerica.com/warranty
Operating Instructions

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Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing this machine. These instructions explain the correct and easy way to
always keep this machine in fine working order and how to operate it safely and effectively.
Please read these instructions fully before using this machine in order to understand the safest,
most efficient way of operating it, and the correct way to look after it.
Please keep these instructions in a safe place where they can be easily referred to at any time.
We hope you will use this machine for many years to come.
Please understand that ongoing improvements in quality and performance, and other possible
parts changes may cause the actual machine to vary slightly from what is described in these
instructions.
Machine Regulations
This machine is designed to cut overgrown weeds and brush; it is not a lawn mower. Therefore,
it doesn't offer the same quality cut as a finishing mower. This machine is best suited for
agricultural areas and is intended mainly for commercial users.
Definitions and Symbols
In these instructions, the following labels and definitions are used to indicate the level of danger
that exists. Please obey the following warnings and have a full understanding of the meaning of
the symbols.
Symbol Definitions
You will be killed or seriously hurt if you don’t follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously hurt if you don’t follow instructions.
You can be hurt if you don’t follow instructions.
Displayed when it is important to know about operation and maintenance
specific to this machine, or at times when misunderstandings or mistakes
are common.
CAUTION
WARNING
DANGER
NOTICE

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Contents
For Safe Operation ............................................................................................................ 4
Warning Labels ....................................................................................................... 4
Important safety points ............................................................................................ 6
Names of Parts .................................................................................................................. 13
Working of Each Part ........................................................................................................ 14
How to Assemble the Machine ....................................................................................... 17
Effective Operation of the Machine ................................................................................. 19
Initial inspection before running the machine .......................................................... 19
How to start and stop the engine ............................................................................ 19
How to Drive, Change Speed, Turn, Stop (Park) .................................................... 23
How to load and unload ........................................................................................... 25
How to adjust the height of the steering wheel and the seat position ..................... 30
Oil Parts Inspection, Replacement, and Lubrication ..................................................... 30
Transmission oil lubrication, inspection, and replacement ...................................... 30
Engine oil inspection, replacement, and lubrication ................................................ 31
Replacement of oil filter ........................................................................................... 32
Inspection, Replacement, and lubrication of HST oil .............................................. 32
How to Lubricate Each Part ............................................................................................. 34
How to Inspect, Maintain and Adjust Each Part ............................................................. 34
How to clean the air filter ......................................................................................... 34
How to inspect and adjust the spark plug ............................................................... 35
How to inspect fuel lines ......................................................................................... 35
How to clean the fuel filter ....................................................................................... 36
How to adjust tire pressure ..................................................................................... 36
How to clean engine coolant ................................................................................... 36
How to adjust each cable, belt and rod ................................................................... 37
Precautions in cold climates .................................................................................... 40
Long-term storage of the machine .......................................................................... 40
Blade Inspection and Replacement ................................................................................ 41
How to inspect the blades ....................................................................................... 41
How to replace the blades ....................................................................................... 42
How to fix the blades ............................................................................................... 43
How to maintain and inspect the battery ........................................................................ 44
Rehydration and replenishment of battery fluid ....................................................... 44
The process of removing the battery ....................................................................... 44
Auxiliary Charging ................................................................................................... 45
Installation Procedures ............................................................................................ 45
Specifications .................................................................................................................... 46
Included Parts and Tools ................................................................................................. 47
Consumable Parts ............................................................................................................ 47
Periodic Voluntary Inspection Table ............................................................................... 48
Parts Supply Term limit .................................................................................................... 50
Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................... 51
Warranty Claim Procedure ............................................................................................... 52

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For Safe Operation
Please read these instructions regarding safety and operation before operating this machine.
In order for this machine to operate at its highest capacity, please perform maintenance and
inspections as recommended in this manual.
Warning Labels
The warning labels are attached to the machine to draw attention to potentially serious dangers.
Please be sure to fully understand the meanings of the warning labels before operating this
machine.
・Always wear safety glasses or goggles and ear protection while operating the
machine.
・Keep body parts away from rotating parts.
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Position of labels affixed to installed engine will be slightly different.
 In the case that these warning symbols become difficult to see, please replace them
so that they can be easily seen and understood.
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(0259-82400)
(0220-70800)×2
NOTICE
(0220-70700)
(0259-82300)
(0304-71100)
(0259-82200)
(0259-82500)
(0220-71100)×2

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Important Safety Points
This machine is equipped with a high-powered engine and fast moving blades. Misuse of this
machine can result in serious injury or death. Before using this machine, please be sure to read
these instructions and understand and obey the following warnings.
 Notes for the operator of this machine
 The operator of this machine should fully read these instructions. You can safely use
this machine only after gaining a full understanding of its operation and safety use
guidelines.
 Operate this machine only after fully reading and understanding the included engine
instructions that are included.
 The operation and maintenance of this machine should only be performed by trained
persons.
 Do not allow children, expectant mothers or any untrained person to use this machine
as accident and injury can result. Also, please check and observe local laws which
may place age limits on the operation of machinery.
 Do not operate if suffering from fatigue, illness or if under the influence of alcohol or
drugs. Accidents and injury can result from operation of the machine in these
situations.
 When lending this machine to another person
 When lending this machine to another person it is the owner’s responsibility that the
following conditions are met:
 The owner should explain how to operate the machine and have the new operator fully
read these instructions. The owner should then guide the new operator until they have
a comprehensive understanding of the machine’s operation and safety guidelines. The
owner should lend these instructions to the new operator.
 When lending this machine to a person who cannot read English, the owner should
take responsibility for fully explaining its safe operation.
 Before lending the machine to another person, the owner holds responsibility for the
management of this machine, including checking that all parts are correctly attached
and that all functions are working correctly.
 Managing gasoline safely
 Under no circumstances should you handle gasoline in the presence of lit cigarettes,
open flame, or other sources of ignition. Gasoline is an extremely flammable liquid and
there is a danger of fire and explosions.
 Caution when starting the engine
 Do not run the engine in a place that is poorly ventilated. Engine exhaust is odorless
and contains carbon monoxide which can cause death or serious injury.
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DANGER
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 Store gasoline and oil safely away from sources of flame, and out of the reach of
children. Accidents and injury can result.
 Please refuel in a place that is well ventilated. As gasoline is a highly volatile
substance, you may become ill if you operate the machine in a poorly ventilated place.
 Do not open the fuel cap while running the engine.
 When refueling, be sure to stop the engine and allow it to cool down. There is a danger
of suffering burns.
 When refueling, be sure not to fill the fuel tank over the maximum level. If you do overfill
the fuel tank, remove fuel until it sits below the maximum level. Over-fueling can cause
fire and other accidents.
 After refueling, securely close the fuel cap and store the machine in a safe place with
no sources of ignition. There is a danger of fire.
 If you spill gasoline, move the machine a safe distance away without starting the
engine. Starting the machine in close proximity to a fuel spill can result in a fire or other
accidents. Use a waste cloth to wipe away the excess gasoline and dispose of the cloth
according to local laws and regulations.
 Be sure to change your clothes immediately if they come into contact with gasoline.
There is a danger that any gasoline on your clothes could ignite or cause you to feel ill.
 Do not refuel in places such as inside a car or on a truck, as they could move
unexpectedly. Refuel after placing your fuel container safely on the ground, away from
vehicles. Fuel spills can cause fire and other accidents.
 Do not remove the refueling nozzle from the fuel tank until you have finished refueling.
Fuel spills can cause fire and other accidents.
 Do not use a type of gasoline other than that specified. There is a danger of fire and
explosions.
 Do not allow highly flammable substances to be near the engine or the path of the
exhaust as this can cause a fire.
 Do not touch the engine or muffler, as they become extremely hot during operation and
can cause severe burns. Be especially careful when getting on and off the machine.
 Do not allow weeds and leaves to accumulate in the engine or the HST unit. Be
especially careful of accumulation in the recoil cover, HST fan cover, air filter, and near
the muffler. Overheating and fire can result.
 Before starting the engine, always sit the seat, and make sure the cutting height
adjustment lever is all the way up, the brake pedal is engaged (or locked), and the
blade clutch is in the [OFF] position.
 After starting the engine with the blade clutch in the [OFF] position, check the V-belt to
be absolutely certain that it is not moving. If the V-belt is moving even a little,
immediately switch off the engine and adjust the belt guard and the cables. Taking
these precautions can avoid injury and accidents.
 Do not modify the engine as this can cause accidents or explosions. Altering this
machine in any way will void the warranty. Orec America, Inc. will bear no responsibility
for damage or injury caused by alterations or modifications.
 Do not try to alter the position of the engine governor or change the set rotation speeds.
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■ Caution when loading and unloading
 When using a truck to load or unload the machine, use caution and be certain to park
on a flat and safe surface. A truck moving suddenly can cause injury and accidents.
 Attach a gently sloping ramp securely to the truck’s loading platform and lower the
engine speed. Proceed with caution as injury and accidents can be caused by the
machine tipping over or running out of control.
 Do not move the drive clutch lever while on a slope, as this may cause accidents or
injury.
 Before operating the machine
 Do not drive on public roads. Please be aware of the regulations and the dangers of
operating this machine near public roads
 Please be sure to check the effectiveness of the brake each time. Failure to check and
adjust the brakes may cause serious accidents or even death. Please check for one or
more of the following:
(1) The machine doesn’t move if two adults push the machine when the auxiliary shift
lever is [0] position and the parking brake is applied.
(2) The tires lock up when the emergency brake is applied while the machine is in use
(3) The machine doesn’t move on a slope when the parking brake is engaged
 Absolutely do not try to modify this machine (including modification of the protective
cover and safety cover) as this can cause injury and accidents. Altering this machine
in any way will void the warranty. Orec America, Inc. will bear no responsibility for
damage or injury caused by alterations or modifications.
 Do not change or tamper with the safety apparatus. Inspections should be performed
periodically to ensure the safety apparatus is working correctly.
 For safety reasons, use the recommended accessories and attachments that are best
suited to the ground you are working on and the type of work you are performing.
 This machine is for a single passenger only. Do not let other adults, children, or pets
ride on the machine. Doing so can cause injury to the other people/pets and damage
to the machine.
 Wear suitable clothing when operating this machine. Please wear the following items
to protect against injury and reduce the possibility of accidents.
Long sleeves, long pants Protective glasses
Non-slip shoes Gloves
Helmet Ear Protectors
Cuffs and hems of loose clothing and jewelry can become entangled in the machine.
Avoid wearing such items to help prevent injury and accidents. Long hair should be
tied up inside a helmet.
 Ensure that no part of your body comes into contact with the moving blades of this
machine. There is the possibility of serious injury such as the severing of hands and
feet.
 Do not remove any parts of this machine that have been fitted as standard. To prevent
accidents, be sure to use all covers and parts in the same state in which they originally
came.
 Be sure that there are no people, animals or vehicles close by. Taking these
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precautions can avoid injury and accidents.
 Before starting the machine, remove any rocks or branches that could be thrown from
the machine and cause injury to bystanders or damage to the machine. In fields with
rocks and loose branches, please operate the machine with the blade set higher for
safety. Locking knives or scattering rocks may cause serious injury.
 When working in a dangerous area, erect markers to prevent you from mistakenly
getting too near to obstacles, ditches, soft path edges, slopes steeper than 10°, or
uneven ground.
 Display a “MOWING” sign and erect a guard rope to prevent people (especially
children) from coming within 100 FEET of the machine. The grass clippings will be
discharged from the right rear of this unit. However, objects like debris, stones, wood
etc. may come out from all directions of the mowing deck.
 Use this machine during daylight or with sufficient artificial light only. Do not operate
this machine at night when poor visibility will not allow you to be fully aware of your
surroundings. Not being able to notice dangerous objects and bystanders is a cause
of serious injury and accidents.
 Do not use this machine on wet grass. It is easy to slip on wet grass, causing injury
and accidents.
 When you identify areas on the machine that are in need of maintenance, please turn
off the machine and ensure that the repairs are completed before starting the machine
again.
 Always check that the tire mounting bolts are securely tightened. If these are loose,
please tighten.
 It is very dangerous if the blade comes off. Please tighten the nuts and bolts of the
blade set. If the blade is getting old, replace it with a new one.
 It is very dangerous to operate the machine while the blade replacement cover is
open. Make sure it is always closed. The blade replacement cover should only be
opened when replacing the blade. It should remain closed at all other times.
 Using the roll-over protection
 To avoid injury or death from roll-over, keep the roll bar in the raised locked position
and use the seatbelt.
 Lower the roll bar only when absolutely necessary.
 There is no roll-over protection when the roll bar is in the down position.
-Do not wear the seat belt when the roll bar is in the down position.
-Drive slowly and carefully
-Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits.
 Spark arrester (optional)
 This product is NOT equipped with a spark arrester. In some areas, it is illegal to
operate the engine without a spark arrester. Please check local laws and regulations.
An optional USDS approved spark arrester is available through your engine service
dealer.
Spark arrestor (Briggs & Stratton) item code: 88-794945
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 Caution during operation
 For safety reasons, do not make sudden starts/stops or sharp turns.
 During operation, blades, chains and belts are hidden by a cover, be sure to keep
hands and feet well away. Touching these parts can cause serious injury such as the
severing of limbs.
 Do not operate the machine with the side cover raised. There is a danger of injury and
damage from rocks and other debris being thrown from the blades.
 This machine is designed to minimize flying debris but there is the possibility of flying
debris coming out of the cutting structure. For this reason, do not work under the
assumption that debris cannot fly out and hit people and property.
 During operation, the rotating blades come right to the edge of the blade cover. Under
no circumstances should you put your hands inside the cover to try to clear weeds,
etc. Taking necessary precautions in regard to the blade can avoid injury.
 Before removing entangled weeds or other foreign objects, be sure to stop the engine,
let it cool and then remove the spark plug cord. Check that the blades have stopped
moving before carefully removing any entangled material.
 Remove accumulations of weeds or leaves from the cooling fan, the exhaust pipe and
the muffler to help prevent engine trouble and possible fire.
 Be sure that there are no people, animals or vehicles close by. When operating this
machine, always maintain a distance of over 100 FEET between you and bystanders.
If people or animals come near, release the blade clutch and switch off the engine.
Taking precautions can avoid injury and accidents.
 Take care to move and turn the machine gently. Stop the blades when not cutting
weeds or brush. Taking such precautions can avoid injury and accidents.
 If you notice any unusual noises, odors, heat or vibrations during the operation of this
machine, switch off the engine immediately, remove the spark plug cord and ensure
that all movable parts have completely stopped. Have the machine inspected for
damage and obstructions, and have any damaged parts repaired before using.
 Watch for holes in the ground and protruding tree roots. Also watch for obstructions
that could be hidden in long weeds or brush. Operating the machine on rough ground
may cause you to lose your grip on the handle, causing injury and accidents.
 Be careful when approaching blind corners, bushes, and trees which block your line of
sight. Such obstructions can keep children and animals hidden from the view.
 Do not operate this machine near rivers and drop-offs, people and buildings.
Accidents can be caused by falls and collisions
 When moving the machine backwards, check that there are no people or obstacles
behind you. When reversing, there is a danger of being trapped between the machine
and a wall or falling from drop-offs.
 Do not leave the machine unattended with the engine running. When you leave the
machine, always stop the engine and lock the parking brake pedal and unplug the
ignition.
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fter operating, keep the fuel valve closed.
 If you do hit something when operating the machine, switch off the engine
immediately. Confirm that the blades have stopped moving and then check them for
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