Tracmaster BCS 56cm Rotary Mower User manual

Operating Instructions
Before commissioning the machine, read operating instructions
and observe warning and safety instructions.
PLEASE ALSO READ ORIGINAL
BCS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BCS Rotary Mower (56cm)
Manufactured by BCS S.p.A.
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BCS Power Units

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No liability will be accepted for any damage caused to persons or property
through failure to observe the operating and safety instructions.
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IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY
Contents
Page 4 Assembly
Page 6 Operation
Page 9 Maintenance Guide
Page 10 Vibration & Sound Levels
Page 11 Manufacturer Information

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IMPORTANT
PLEASE READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL
FOR THE POWER UNIT FIRST.
For any further information
or assistance please contact
Tracmaster on 01444 247689 or
visit www.tracmaster.co.uk

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Assembly
1. COLLECTION BAG
2. MOWER DECK
3. WHEELS
4. MOWING BLADE

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Attach the wheels (3) to the mower deck (2) using the bolts,
washers and nuts supplied with your attachment (g.4).
Unscrew nuts A and remove the washers and the protection
cover for the power take-off (PTO) (g.5).
Keep the lawn mower raised approximately 5cm (2”) off the
ground using a shim (g.6).
Fit the mower onto the ange of the machine using the
washers and nuts A previously removed. Tighten the nuts
securely (g.7).
The machine is now ready to run without the grass bag (g.8).
To mount the grass bag (1) onto the mower deck, raise the
discharge ap A; insert hooks D and pin E of the grass bag
into the guides of chute B and into the hole C (g.9).
Assembly
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Always wear HEAVY GLOVES to protect your hands whilst
working on the equipment.
READ and observe all warning labels on the machine and
implements (g 10).
Always wear appropriate work clothes whilst operating the
machine, always wear safety footwear.
DO NOT USE the machine near children or animals (g 11).
The machine operator is responsible for any damage to
persons or property.
Always walk with the machine - DO NOT RUN.
NEVER work on slopes of more than 20oand always work
across the face of a slope (side to side), NEVER up and
down. NEVER use the machine on a bank where there is a
possibility of the machine sliding down the slope.
Always disengage the power take-off (PTO) when changing
direction or location of operation.
DO NOT replace the blades or attempt to undertake any
maintenance of the mower while the machine is running.
ONLY qualied persons should operate the machine.
If any abnormal vibrations occur STOP the engine immediately
and visually inspect the machine and implement for any signs
of damage.
IMPORTANT: Read all machine and implement manuals
thoroughly before using the rotary mower.
Operation
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Operation
Before starting the engine, set the cutting height on the
mower deck by adjusting lever H (g 12).
Use handlebar height adjuster to set handlebar height
before commencing work.
NOTE: Disengage the drive to the mower before selecting
reverse gear.
Raise the throttle to speed, release the clutch lever gently
and fully, keeping the red machine stop lever (OPC)
depressed as engine will stop if released.
Increase throttle speed.
The cutting height ranges from 2” to 4”. It is recommended
that a maximum of 2” be removed at each mowing, then
reduce it to a desired height with a second mowing.
Mowing wet grass is not recommended as it may clog the
discharge chute and make collection difcult.
Best results are obtained with the engine at a high throttle
setting.
Forward motion speed should be selected according to the
grass conditions.
Use speed two for light conditions and speed one for
difcult conditions.
Never allow the engine to labour.
The mower has a built-in blade brake which stops the blade
if the drive is disconnected.
When using the grass bag, it is full when grass comes out
of the hole of the back plastic chute (g 13).
Always disengage the PTO before removing the grass bag
(g 14).
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To empty the grass bag, raise ap A, remove the bag, and
turn it upside down (g 15).
If working without the grass collection bag, the discharge
ap (g 16) will allow grass to be thrown onto the ground
to the side of the mower.
NEVER ENGAGE THE MOWER IN LONG, UNCUT
GRASS.
Operation
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Maintenance Guide
For engine maintenance please refer to engine manufacturers manual.
After every hour of operation stop the engine and remove the spark plug cap. Check
engine oil level (recommended oil SAE 10w/40).
Replace the spark plug cap.
Like all cutting machines, the mower must be kept in good condition in order to
perform to its best ability.
NOTE: Always remove the mower attachment from the main power unit before
working on the deck.
Check the condition of the blade and sharpen or replace as necessary.
Always make sure the blade is sharpened symmetrically to ensure blade balance.
Check the condition of the blade holder and blade mounting bolts for wear. Replace
as necessary.
Never try to straighten a bent blade - always
replace it.
Clean the underside of the deck periodically
to prevent a build-up of dirt and grass on the
surfaces.
Check the oil level every 50 hours.
Remove the plug on top of the transmission
housing (g 16, no. 1) and check the level is
within ½” of the top.
If necessary top up with EP90 gear oil.
Lubricate the wheels and swivel brackets periodically.
Do not turn the machine on its side for cleaning.
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Vibration & Sound Levels
MACHINE RPM VIBRATION M/SEC2
(3 AXIS)
SOUND LEVEL
dB(A)
BCS 728 Two Wheel Tractor
56cm Rotary Mower 3600 5.2 98