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This machine is intended for use behind a tractor, ATV or UTV
to provide an excellent manicured lawn at high mowing speeds.
READ and UNDERSTAND this manual completely before using finish cut mower.
All operators of this equipment must read and completely understand all safety information, operating instructions,
maintenance and storage instructions. Failure to properly operate and maintain the mower could result in serious injury or
death to the operator and bystanders from moving parts that can cut, amputate, flying objects, burns, fire or explosion or
carbon monoxide poisoning and be aware of the following hazards.
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WARNING: Keep all guards and shields in place to avoid injury.
DANGER: Do not operate the finish cut mower near people. Debris can be thrown hundreds of feet. Clear work area of
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foreign objects and debris. Debris thrown by finish cut mower can cause serious injury or death.
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CAUTION: Avoid fires. Keep the machine clean of debris, trash and any other flammable material.
WARNING: Tighten all nuts and bolts before starting. Replace or repair any safety device, bolts, etc if damaged or worn.
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DANGER: Stay clear of rotating blades. Keep hands and feet away.
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DANGER: Never operate finish cut mower without it mounted securely to the tow vehicle.
WARNING: Wear protective clothing. Wear close-fitting clothing and other protective devices appropriate for the job.
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DANGER: Keep riders off machine. Riders can be seriously injured or killed by entanglement or by falling.
DANGER: Exercise caution while working near machine. Failure to heed warnings may lead to serious injury or death.
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DANGER: Always maintain a safety distance. Never operate rough cut mower with bystander's present. The finish cut
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mower creates a serious discharge hazard. Never point the discharge direction at anyone. Be aware of where bystanders
are located, especially children. Never assume they will remain where you last saw them. Be sure to know what is in the
path of the discharge area.
ADD OIL TO ENGINE BEFORE USING: Engine is shipped without oil. DO NOT start finish cut mower without first adding oil.
INSPECT COMPONENTS: Closely inspect to make sure no components are missing or damaged.
Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders
BRPFC112HE, REV B
OWNER'S MANUAL FOR:
60" Finish Cut Mower
Call BRAVE Product Support 1-800-350-8739
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BRPFC112HEB
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- Page 1 ADD OIL TO ENGINE BEFORE USING: Engine is shipped without oil. DO NOT start finish cut mower without first adding oil. INSPECT COMPONENTS: Closely inspect to make sure no components are missing or damaged. Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders Call BRAVE Product Support 1-800-350-8739 BRPFC112HE, REV B REV 3/20...
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Page 2: Safety Introduction
SAFETY INTRODUCTION Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment who has not fully read and comprehended the safety manual and who has not been properly trained in the safe operation of the equipment. WARNING: Operator should be familiar with all functions of the unit. DANGER: Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts. - Page 4 Clean or Replace Any Safety Signs That Are Not Readable or Damaged Replacement decals can be purchased from your local dealer or Call BRAVE Product Support 1-800-350-8739 BRPFC112HE, REV B REV 3/20...
- Page 5 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS READ THE COMPLETE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE STARTING THE ASSEMBLY. You should have: one mower deck assembly two carrier arm assemblies two cross brace tubes one tongue assembly (Lawn & Garden Hitching or ATV Tongue) one tow vehicle hitch assembly (only included on Lawn & Garden Hitching) Optional hitches: one tongue extension one rear hitch assembly...
- Page 6 the pivot arms. Mount the height adjust screw on the deck assembly in the hole provided. Secure with the 1/2”x1” hex head bolt and lock nut provided on the height adjust screw. Note: Tighten 1/2” x 3-1/2” and 1/2” x 1” hex head bolts until just snug. This area needs to pivot when adjusting the height.
- Page 7 Adjust Stop Bolt to Back of Tow Vehicle Telescoping Hitch - Install to Left or to Right or in Both Directions Hitch Stop Angle When Pulling Two Wing Mowers. Figure 2: Installation of Tow Vehicle Hitch Screw Pin Hitch Pivot – Attach Tongue Shackle Clevis to either Left or Right...
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Page 8: Operations And Adjustments
D. INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL HITCHES 1. When a long tongue is needed, remove the tongue pivot angles and spacer from the tongue assembly and attach to the tongue extension. See figure 4. Slip the tongue in between the two flats on the tongue extension and secure with 1/2” x 3-1/2” hex head bolts, lock washers, and nuts provided. - Page 9 A. HITCH CONFIGURATIONS (Refer to Figure 5) WARNING: Shut off the engine and allow the mower blades to come to a complete stop before adjusting the spreader hitch on the tow vehicle. Tow Vehicle without a Mower Deck 1 & 2 combined 1, 2, &...
- Page 10 The hitching system is designed so that the wing mower can be pulled directly behind a tow vehicle without a mower deck or as a left or right wing mower when towed behind a tow vehicle with or without a mower deck. If more than one wing mower is towed, they can be pulled in tandem or one on the left and one on the right or a combination of the above conditions until the desired cutting width is obtained.
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Page 11: Adjusting Cutting Height
C. ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT WARNING: Shut off all engines and allow the mower blades to come to a complete stop on the wing mowers and on the tow vehicle before adjusting the cutting height. The mower deck must first be leveled from front to back before the height can accurately be adjusted. - Page 12 Adjust the mower as follows: 1. Pull the mower on to a smooth, level surface. 2. Adjust the mower evenly from side to side by measuring to the ground from the lower edge of the mower deck. The desired height will be the distance from the ground to the outside lower edge of the mower deck plus 5/16”.
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Page 13: Starting Engine
Adjustment Crank Adjustment Nut Tube Carrier Arm Upper Pivot Support Figure 8: Securing Crank While Not In Use D. STARTING ENGINE WARNING: Set parking brake on tow vehicle. Attach wing mower tongue to tow vehicle. WARNING: Do not start wing mower unless it is attached to the tow vehicle. Turn on the fuel shut off valve (red colored rotating knob) located inline on the fuel hose. -
Page 14: Mower Operation
E. SHUTTING OFF WING MOWER WARNING: Shift to neutral, disengage power to the mower deck, and set the parking brake before dismounting the tow vehicle. Slow the engine speed down and disengage the clutch by pushing inward on the PTO switch. Allow engine to cool down for a short time before moving the ignition switch to the off position. - Page 15 Backing up with one wing mower is easy. Backing becomes a greater challenge as additional wing mowers are towed. Avoid backing up by planning ahead. Make loops instead of backing. WARNING: Look down, to the sides, and behind before and while backing to avoid backing over something or someone.
- Page 16 Front Engine Initial Spring Length 15/16” Running Spring Length 1-1/8” to 1-1/4” Figure 9: Belt Pattern and Spring Adjustment H. MOWER BLADE REMOVAL, BALANCING & INSTALLATION CAUTION: Sharp blades can cause bodily injury if not handled properly. When removing the blade, it is recommended that a block of wood be placed between the blade and the underside of the mower deck.
- Page 17 / fuel vapor valve, carbon canister (California Only) and hose clamps are prohibited. Replacement evaporative components should be purchased from Brave. Any questions about EPA regulations or evaporative components can be directed to Brave at 800-350-8739...
- Page 18 BRAVE MOWER SPECIFICATIONS Model BRPFC112HE ENGINE: Engine Make Honda Engine Model GXV630 Cylinders Cycles Crankshaft Vertical Engine HP Bore 3.30" Stroke 2.70" Displacement 45.60 cubic inches Oil Capacity 2 U.S. qts. Crankshaft Dia. 1" Key Slot 1/4" Crankshaft Length 3.15"...
- Page 19 BRAVE MOWER PARTS BRPFC112HE Ref # Part # Description 202136 Blade Bolt, .1/2"-20NF x 1.00" 204000 Shoulder Bolt, 1/2" x 1-5/8" Shoulder Length 204015 Eye Bolt (Welded) 222012 Single Split Collar (1" I.D. x .1/2" Thick) 222016 Worm Drive Hose Clamp (9-1/4" to 10-1/8" Clamping Dia.) 225000 Compression Spring, 1-1/2"L x 1-3/32"...
- Page 20 600063 Belt Shield R.H. (Discharge Side) 600146 Crank Arm 600198 Clutch Stop 600201 Engine Support Bracket 600212 Upper Pivot Support 600229 Tube Spacer (Clutch) 600290 Canister Support 600317 Control Panel 600318 Tank Support 900049 Battery Box Assy. 900051 Depth Gage 900061 Pivot Arm 900062...
- Page 21 MODELS BRPFC112HE BRPFC112HE, REV B REV 3/20...
- Page 22 LAWN & GARDEN HITCH PARTS PARTS LIST Quantity Item Part # Description 202135 Hex Head Bolt, 3/8" x 3" Fully Threaded 216006 Wire Lock Pin, 3/8" x 2-1/4" Opening 216011 Wire Lock Pin, 1/2" x 3-1/2" Opening 900050 Hitch Draw Bar 600044 Hitch Adaptor Plate 600009...
- Page 23 ATV TONGUE PARTS PARTS LIST Item Part # Description Quantity 216002 Wire Lock Pin .31" X 2.50" 216009 Screw Pin Shackle Clevis 900058 Hitch Pivot 900082 Tongue OPTIONAL HITCH PARTS PARTS LIST Item Part # Description Quantity 600195 Clamping Flat 900131 Long Tongue Extension 900132 Hitch Draw Bar 900133 Rear Hitch...
- Page 24 BRPFC112HE, REV B REV 3/20...
- Page 25 BRPFC112HE, REV B REV 3/20...
- Page 26 BRAVE A Brand of: Great Northern Equipment Distributing, Inc. 20195 S. Diamond Lake Road, STE 100 Rogers, MN 55374 BRPFC112HE, REV B REV 3/20...