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BROWN BDH Wide Series Owner's/Operator's Manual

BROWN BDH Wide Series Owner's/Operator's Manual

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For use with the following starting serial numbers:
Model
Serial Number
BDH1250
BD12C
BDH1400
BD14C
Owner/Operator Manual
BDH Wide Series
Disc Harrow
ATTENTION:
ALL WARRANTY WORK MUST BE APPROVED
BY BROWN MFG. CORP.
BEFORE WORK BEGINS
Before operating your machine,
stop and read this owners manual.
Do not attempt to operate the unit
until you fully understand the
material covered in this manual.
Without the knowledge contained
in this manual, injury or death can
result.
WARNING

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Summary of Contents for BROWN BDH Wide Series

  • Page 1 BDH Wide Series For use with the following starting serial numbers: Model Serial Number BDH1250 BD12C Disc Harrow BDH1400 BD14C ATTENTION: ALL WARRANTY WORK MUST BE APPROVED BY BROWN MFG. CORP. BEFORE WORK BEGINS Owner/Operator Manual WARNING Before operating your machine, stop and read this owners manual.
  • Page 2 Copyright Copyright ©2000 Brown Manufacturing Corporation. All photos and illustrations are property of Brown Manufacturing Corporation. This publication may be freely reproduced, either in whole or in part, provided that the content herein is not altered. Cover Pictured: Model BDH-1400 disc harrow.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warranty ........................... 4 Registration ........................5 Equipment Safety ......................7 Assembly........................12 Operation ........................16 Troubleshooting ......................18 Specifications ......................... 19 Replacement Parts ......................20...
  • Page 4: Warranty

    The obligation of Brown shall be limited to replacing or repairing the detective product, at the option of Brown. Brown shall not be responsible for any labor or cost of removal or repairing or reinstallation of its products and shall not be liable for transportation costs to and from its plant in Ozark, Alabama.
  • Page 5: Registration

    D a t e P u r c h a s e d , a n d Dealer Information for future Serial No.: _______________________ reference. For further information: Date Purchased: ____/____/_____ Brown Manufacturing Corp. 6001 E. Hwy 27 Dealer: __________________________ Ozark, AL 36360 Phone: (334) 795-6603 Toll Free: (800) 663-8909 FAX: (334) 795-3029 www.brownmfgcorp.com...
  • Page 6 Please use envelope.
  • Page 7: Equipment Safety

    Equipment Safety Warning: Read this manual before operation. Operators of the equipment must read and understand this manual. Failure to read this manual and follow these safety and operating instructions could result in serious bodily injury or even death. WARNING Before operating your machine, stop and read this owners manual.
  • Page 8 Unauthorized modifications to the equipment are not recommended. This could impair the function, safety, and life of the machine. • For any part of this manual that you do not understand, contact your dealer or Brown Manufacturing Corporation at (800) 633-8909. •...
  • Page 9 Equipment Safety Safety Decals The following safety decals should be attached to the equipment at all times. Should any decal become damaged or lost, it is the responsibility of the owner to replace it. Additional decals may be obtained from the manufacturer. WARNING ADVERTENCIA Antes de probar la unidad por primera vez...
  • Page 10 Equipment Safety Warning! Transport with WARNING care. Transport with care. Use slow-moving Before transporting to a new location, make certain vehicle emblem that the slow-moving vehicle (SMV) emblem is and flashing light. installed and is clearly visible. Use flashing lights Follow local and follow local traffic regulations.
  • Page 11 Equipment Safety Warning! Transport with WARNING care. Transport with care. Before transporting to a new location, make Use slow-moving certain that the slow-moving vehicle emblem is vehicle emblem installed and is clearly visible. Use flashing lights and flashing light. and follow local traffic regulations. Follow local traffic regulations.
  • Page 12: Assembly

    Assembly...
  • Page 13 Assembly 3/4” x 5 1/2” Model Proper Gang Arm Length BDH-1250 (front) 72” gang arm BDH-1250 (rear) 72” gang arm BDH-1400 (front) 80” gang arm BDH-1400 (rear) 80” gang arm...
  • Page 14 Assembly...
  • Page 15 Assembly Brown Disc Harrows Brown Disc Harrows come fully assembled, please check all fasteners to ensure correct torque before use and after two hours of use. A-frame assembly Step 1: Bolt A-frame braces to the outside of the top of A-frame in the back holes.
  • Page 16 Assembly Blade Scraper Assembly DH-197 WITHOUT FURROW FILLER EXTENSION DH-196 DH-195 DH-188L WITH FURROW FILLER EXTENSION DH-900-A6 DH-122 Furrow Filler Attachment...
  • Page 17: Operation

    Operation Before hitching harrow to your tractor, make sure all safety devices are installed on the tractor. STOP Please follow all safety instructions and procedures. Attach equipment to tractor. Be sure the tractor is equipped with the correct category hitch pins, top link, etc. Be extremely careful when positioning tractor to hitch to the equipment.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause(s) Possible Solution(s) 1. Excessive Speed 1. Reduce speed Leaving center ridge 2. Rear gangs cut too deep 2. Reduce gang angle 3. Top link too long 3. Shorten top link 1. Insufficient speed 1. Increase speed Leaving center valley 2.
  • Page 19: Specifications

    Specifications Weight No./Dia. Approx. Model Spacing Blades Width Cut in Lbs. Bearings BDH-1250-3422 12’ 6” 2740 BDH-1250-3622 12’ 2” 2790 BDH-1400-3822 13’ 6” 2954 BDH-1400-4022 13’ 4” 3015 Standard Features 3” x 3”, 3” x 4” high tensile steel tube frame Triple-sealed ball bearings Self-aligning trunnion bearing housings 1 1/8”...
  • Page 20: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Ordering replacement parts Please contact your nearest Brown dealer for replacements parts. They will be able to meet your equipment needs.
  • Page 21 20“ 7 Gauge Disc Blade - Notched 1 1/8” Square Hole DH-116-22 22” 7 Gauge Disc Blade - Notched 1 1/8” Square Hole Ordering replacement parts Please contact your nearest Brown dealer for replacements parts. They will be able to meet your equipment needs.
  • Page 22 Replacement Parts Ordering replacement parts Please contact the nearest Brown dealer for replacements parts. They will be able to meet most of your equipment needs.
  • Page 23 Replacement Parts Ref. No. Part No. Description HN258CZ 3 per Hanger Assy Nut, Hex 5/8” NC GR2 Zinc LOC58Z 3 per Hanger Assy Washer, Lock 5/8” Zinc HC510C104Z 3 per Hanger Assy Bolt, 5/8” X 6 1/2” NC GR5 For Bearing Hangers DH-1254B Bearing Hanger Assembly w/ fasteners.
  • Page 24 Replacement Parts See Page 16 for Assembly Instructions of Scrapers DH-191A Balk Breaker Assembly Parts Breakdown...
  • Page 25 Replacement Parts Ref. No. Part No. Description DH-900-A6 Furrow filler extension bar DH-197 U-Bolt (1/2” x 4” x 4”) DH-196 U-Bolt (1/2” x 1 1/2” x 1 3/4”) DH-198 Scraper Bar Bracket DH-600-50 30” Scraper Bar DH-750-003 38” Scraper Bar DH-188L Scraper blade left DH-188R...
  • Page 26 Notes...
  • Page 27 Thank You for purchasing a Brown Disc Harrow.
  • Page 28 Wide Disc Harrow Version 1.0.2 www.brownmfgcorp.com October 2016...

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