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- Page 1 POWER UNITS & Gardening Attachments OWNERS USE & CARE MANUAL CODE NUMBER 90103079 EDITION 11.17 M O D E L S NEW HANDLEBARS GARDENER HARVESTER HARVESTER PROFESSIONAL PROFESSIONAL PROFESSIONAL PROFESSIONAL...
- Page 2 Dear Customer, Thank you for your purchase. Get set to enjoy the benefits your wise selection of a BCS unit has earned for you. We believe that no other make machine that can handle so many lawn and garden tasks with such fine results –...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
MODELS DESIGNED FOR REAR-MOUNTED ATTACHMENTS “ 16 SPECIFICATIONS SCHEME CONFIGURATIONS “ 17 MODEL 852, 853 “ 18 MODELS 710 “ 19 MODELS 718, 722, 732 “ 20 MODEL 948 “ 21 UNPACKING “ 21 ASSEMBLING THE UNIT “ 25 LUBRICATION FILTER AND FUEL “... - Page 4 RECORD OF SERIAL NUMBERS BCS UNIT SERIAL NUMBER * __________ * (Located between stars on transmission) BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER __________ (Stamped on crankcase about two inches from name plate on side of engine) HONDA ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER:...
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Page 5: General Precautions And Instructions
TRAINING READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL PRIOR TO OPERATING THE POWER UNITS AND ATTACHMENTS. BCS power units and attachments are designed for operation by pro- perly instructed adults only. Make certain that any person operating this equipment has read this manual. - Page 6 Thoroughly inspect the area where you are going to mow or thatch the lawn, sweep walks or drives or throw snow. Remo- ve toys, stones, bones, wires, glass, newspapers and other objects which could be caught up and thrown by the machine. Take the following precautions for the safe handling and sto- rage of fuel: 1.
- Page 7 4. If the machine suddenly starts to vibrate or run erra- tically. The entire machine should be inspected by an authorized BCS servicing dealer before further use. All safety guards, plates, lockouts, deflectors and shields must be in proper position.
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Page 8: Rear-Tine Tiller Precautions
Don’t put hands or feet near or under the tiller housing. Keep away from the rotating tines. The tines of the BCS tiller rotate at high speeds independent of the tractor gear speed settings. -
Page 9: Rotary Mower Precautions
Don't operate the tiller in high gear. Don't use high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. When using a transport sulky, look DO NOT MOW WITH behind and use care when backing. GRASS DEFLECTORS OPEN ROTARY MOWER PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT NOTICE Do not deactivate the PTO Reverse Lockout on any of the convertible models. -
Page 10: Cutter Bar Mower Precautions
Transport speed of these models far exceeds the walking speed of an operator. The models 718, 722, 732 and 948 converted for cutter bar operation have high gear position blocked by a high speed lockout. -
Page 11: Power Sprayer Precautions
POWER SPRAYER PRECAUTIONS Always read and follow the information and instructions for the application of herbicides, fungicides, insecticides and fertilizer obtained from the labels of such products or from the manufacturer. In addition, advice on chemicals approved for use in your area can be obtained from your local county agent. -
Page 12: Chipper/Shredder Precautions
CHIPPER/SHREDDER PRECAUTIONS Read all instructions in this owner's manual, plus detai- led instructions in the Chipper/Shredder owner's ma- nual. Material may be thrown out of the intake or discharge openings at high velocity. Wear safety eye protection goggles stamped "Z87" (for ANSI Standard Z87). Also wear a hat. -
Page 13: Power Swepper Precautions
POWER SWEEPER PRECAUTIONS Follow "General Precautions and Instructions" in Sec- tion One of this manual, and all instructions in the Po- wer Sweeper Attachment owner's manual (part number 101.00915) for the safe use of the Power Sweeper. IMPORTANT NOTICE Deactivation of the PTO Reverse Lockout (see WAR- NING in Sweeper owner's manual) is not to be done on the tractor models in this updated owner's manual. - Page 14 SCHEME CONFIGURATIONS NATURAL CONFIGURATION CONVERSE-MODE CONFIGURATION MODEL 852 / 853 MODEL 852 / 853 FRONT-MOUNT MODE CONVERSION FOR REAR-MOUNT ATTACHMENT MODELS 710/718/722/732 MODELS 710/718/722/732 REAR-MOUNT MODE CONVERSION FOR FRONT-MOUNT ATTACHMENT MODEL 948 MODEL 948 REAR-MOUNT MODE CONVERSION FOR FRONT-MOUNT ATTACHMENT...
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Page 15: Models Designed For Front-Mounted Attachments
A safety high speed/reverse lockout device on the con- trol column blocks the high forward speeds on 710, 718, 722, 732 and 948 which are too fast for use in backing the unit. All models have a new type transmission that drives the unit forward when placed in gear-even when converted for front-mount attachments. -
Page 16: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE AND POWER UNIT MODEL Design Type Pusher Pusher Tractor Tractor Tractor Tractor Tractor Convertible To Tractor To Tractor To pusher To pusher To pusher To pusher To pusher HONDA HONDA HONDA Subaru SP170 Engine GX340 carb. GX390 carb. GX390 carb. - Page 17 MODELS 852 / 853 GEAR ROD RIGHT BRAKE THROTTLE LEVER LEVER P.T.O. CONTROL REVERSER LEVER HANDLEBAR DIFFERENTIAL HEIGHT LEVER ADJUSTMENT LEVER CLUTCH LEVER CONTROL COLUMN INDEXING LEVER LEFT TRANSPORT SULKY / ENGINE BRAKE UTILITY TRAILER HITCH ENGINE LEVER STOP LEVER LEVER LATCH P.T.O.
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Page 18: Model
LEVER LATCH GEAR SHIFT ROD CABLE GUIDES The model 710 is the smallest tractor of the BCS pro- duct line. It has 3 forward speeds and 2 reverse, without differential. The drive is controlled using only one control rod loca- ted on the left side of the handlebar. -
Page 19: Models
STOP LEVER BLACK CLUTCH LEVER GEAR SHIFT ROD The models 718 / 722 / 732 have three forward speeds and two reverse. The drive gears are available through a rod on the left side of the handlebar. Forward and reverse are controlled with the red lever on the right top of the handlebar. -
Page 20: Model
BRAKE ENGINE LEVER STOP LEVER This is the largest tractor in the BCS product line. LEVER LATCH It has a differential drive transmission and two wheel brakes, four forward gears and three reverse gears. The drive is con- trolled using only one control rod located on the left side of the handlebar. -
Page 21: Unpacking
UNPACKING IMPORTANT Use extreme care to avoid crimping or severely bending the control cables while unpacking and assembling the unit. WARNING Take care to avoid being cut by the staples or nails when opening the carton. Open the top and lay out the sides of the carton. Remo- ve the parts and tools to be used in assembling the unit. - Page 22 3. MODELS 852, 853 AND 948 These models come with the control column and handle- bar preassembled, but mounted in a compact position on the unit.
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- Page 24 4. TRANSMISSION For shipping purposes, the transmission (gear case) filler hole is sealed with a plastic plug and the dipstick is in the owner's kit. Remove the plug. Before installing the dipstick, it is important to oil the O-ring with a light engine oil. Then install the dipstick on the hole (see drawing).
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Page 25: Lubrication Filter And Fuel
LUBRICATION, NOTE Engine manufacturers recommend the types and FILTERS AND FUEL weights of oil for seasonal use in their engine. Al- ways consult the engine instruction manual for their recommendations. BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE KOHLER AND HONDA ENGINE ENGINE CRANKCASE LUBRICATION When changing oil, always run the engine to get the oil warm. -
Page 26: Engine Air Cleaner
ENGINE AIR CLEANER The dry element filters used on B&S, Honda and Kohler engines are shown in different drawings. Optional commercial type pre-cleaner elements are available to fit these air cleaners. Pre-cleaners are recommended particularly when using a Power Sweeper, Dozer Blade or Tiller, in dry and du- sty conditions. -
Page 27: Gasoline Engine Fuel
GASOLINE ENGINE FUEL DANGER The 4-cycle will run on either leaded or unleaded gasoli- Gasoline is explosive ! Read page 5 of safety “Rules”, before filling the fuel tank and starting the engine. Gasoline of 87 to 93 octane is recommended. Use approved type, properly labelled fuel containers. -
Page 28: Starting And Stopping
STARTING AND STOPPING Including PTO Engagement and Control Unit WARNING WARNING Backing with the PTO engaged is dangerous. So all Be sure to shift into NEUTRAL (N) position on the convertible units have a PTO / REVERSE LOCK- gear selector, and disengage the PTO before star- OUT to prevent simultaneous engagement of PTO ting the engine. -
Page 29: Setting Controls For Cold Starting
SETTING CONTROLS FOR COLD STARTING WARNING The RED engine stop switch lever is designed to stop 1. DISENGAGE THE PTO the engine in the event the operator loses control of the moving machine. It is necessary to latch the stop IMPORTANT lever during starting, and to lock it in the run position MODELS IN REAR-MOUNT MODE:... -
Page 30: Cranking To Start
CRANKING TO START DIFFERENTIAL AND TWO-WHEEL DRIVE RECOIL START ONLY: Read warning about starter ro- A feature of models 948,852,853, 732 the differential pe. Grasp the starter grip with one hand only. drive directs the driving to one wheel, allowing the other Place your foot against the side of the tire tread to to free-wheel. -
Page 31: Shut-Down (Storage)
4 will be locked of transmission through the PTO to an attachment. out. On the models 710, 718, 722 and 732 are availa- The advantage of this BCS design is that the most ble position 1 and 2;... -
Page 32: Making A Conversion Front-To-Rear, Or Rear-To-Front
(according to model; see drawings.) Use it to free the column from the support in preparation to swing it around. LOCATING OF CONTROL COLUMN INDEXING LEVERS Mod. 710 Mod. 718 - 722 - 732 - 852 - 853 - 948... -
Page 33: Operating In Converted Mode
4. Be careful not to stress or sharply bend the control ca- bles while indexing the control column. Turn column 180 degrees as follows: a) models 710,718,722,732 and 948: convert from tractor to pusher by pulling rod or lever and turning the control column 180 degrees counter-clockwise (to go back to tractor mode, turn clockwise). - Page 34 Models 853 and 948 have the fourth gear in tractor mode. b) Models 710, 718,722 and 732: two of the three gear positions can be used, in the converted mode, in either direction. The third is blocked because it is too fast to use in backing the unit.
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Page 35: Maintenance Program
MAINTENANCE PROGRAM 5. SEASONALLY: a) lubricate the control cables with a light oil; 1. Refer to the maintenance instructions and illustra- b) models with engine hood: lubricate the hinge with a light oil. Do not use mineral oil. tions in the "Use and Maintenance" manual furnished for your model engine. -
Page 36: Lubrication Of Attachments
SECTION USE AND CARE OF ATTACHMENTS LUBRICATION OF A. DIRECT COUPLING: 1. Remove the lock nuts and washers from the ATTACHMENTS tractor PTO studs. 2. Align the tractor PTO with the connecting flange 1. TILLERS, ROTARY MOWERS, SNOW THROWERS of the attachment. Always bring the tractor to the AND POWER SWEEPERS: attachment. -
Page 37: Use And Care Of Rear-Tine Tiller
USE AND CARE OF REAR-TINE TILLER ATTACHMENT PREPARING NEW TILLER SINGLE ROW ATTACHMENT FOR 710, 718, 722, 732 (or converted 852): Available sizes are 18", 20", 26" and 30". 1. Open the carton and stand the tiller on end so you can see the underside. -
Page 38: Gardening Suggestions
GARDENING SUGGESTIONS 1. When breaking new ground or preparing hard, rocky soil, till at a maximum depth at the lowest gear setting and at a fast throttle setting. In soft soil you can probably start right off tilling at maximum depth and finest tilth are achieved in the lo- west gear speeds. -
Page 39: Use And Care Of Cutter Bar Mower Attachment
It cannot re-cut mown grass and is not suita- 2. The SICKLE BAR and MULCHER BAR are the two origi- ble for cutting brush. nal types of BCS mower bars. The COMBINATION BAR combines features and abili- ties of both. Although construction of the bars is very si-... - Page 40 4. The tension between the blade and the tooth is set b) Blade holder adjustment for all sickle cutter bars by adjusting the blade holders (described below). Loosen the lock nut A (5c). Adjust the tension screw B until the blade slides freely between the tooth and NOTE blade holder without excessive slack.
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Page 41: Use And Care Of 2-Blade Rotary Mower
USE AND CARE OF 2-BLADE ROTARY MOWER THE UNITS CONVERTED FOR MOWER USE For conversion and operation of your unit the front-drive mode see pages 33 and 34. ASSEMBLY, CONNECTION AND LEVELING OF THE 2-BLADE MOWER The attachment is packaged with the grass catcher in place on the deck but the following must be done in pre- paration for use: 1. -
Page 42: Lubrication
The oil level should be checked each 50 operating hours thereafter. ROTARY MOWER OPERATION b) When putting the grass catcher into position on the deck, open up both volutes to discharge into the catcher compartment; swing open the door WARNING and lift the curved deflector upward out of the way. -
Page 43: Inspection And Maintenance
Like all cutting tools, the mower must be kept in good condition to perform well. 1. Clean the underside of the deck often enough to pre- vent heavy caking of dirt and grass on the surfaces. Inspect the condition of the mower blade assemblies each time. -
Page 44: Use And Care Of Snow Throwers
USE AND CARE OF SNOW THROWERS GENERAL INFORMATION All sizes of the Snow Throwers are similar in construc- WARNING tion and operation. Do not try to clear slopes so steep that you could lose Optional accessories include snow grips and wheel control, or the machine could slide into you or an ob- weights for added traction. -
Page 45: Use And Care Of Chipper / Shredder
USE AND CARE OF CHIPPER / SHREDDER Be sure to read the Manufacturer Chipper/Shredder Owner's Manual which comes with the attachment and also obey the safety messages printed on the unit and the Chipper / Shredder attachment. This unit reduces thick branches to chips and pulverizes lawn and garden waste for mulching or adding to your compost pile. -
Page 46: Use And Care Of Power Sweeper
Store in a dry, well-ventilated place. All parts of the Power Sweeper are available from your BCS dealer or distributor. See the illustrated parts list in the power Sweeper owner's manual for parts identification. -
Page 47: Use And Care Of Dozer Blade
USE AND CARE OF DOZER BLADE The Dozer Blade can be used either in front or behind the unit. It also can be set to doze material straight ahead or to either side. The choice of best mounting position and best angle can be made after experimentation with the dozer blade and will vary with the condition of the soil, snow or what- ever material is to be moved or spread. - Page 48 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR REFERENCE...
- Page 49 Use with 948 and 853 power units. Hauls chased for each additional attachment. Part.# 921.90799 (for 718, 722, 732, 852, up to 875 pounds of firewood, trash, 853) shrubs, etc. has a separate footbrake for Part.# 922.90826...
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- Page 51 WARNING: the Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. BCS America LLC 8111 N.E. Columbia Blvd PORTLAND, OREGON 97218 Tel.: 503-2521249 / 800-5431040 Fax: 503-2528360...
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