Brave BRSG105K Owner's Manual

BRSG105K
STUMP GRINDER OWNER'S MANUAL
Your Brave grinder is intended for outdoor-use only and can be used to remove many tree stumps and
exposed root systems 9" high or lower to ground level. Approach the stump from the top, cutting straight down.
Raise up out of the cut, move over in the desired direction, plunge again. Repeat these steps across the entire
stump. Make sure you completely read and understand this manual before using the grinder for the first time.
READ and UNDERSTAND this manual completely before using the grinder! Failure to properly operate,
and maintain this grinder could result in serious injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
All machines have hazards associated with their operation. This stump grinder has certain special hazards,
which you must be aware of. As an operator or owner you have a duty to be aware of these hazards and know
preventive measures to take to avoid them. When reading this manual pay particular attention to avoiding these
• Know location of buried electrical and other utility lines.
• Do not allow children or untrained adults to operate.
• Wear eye protection and other personal protection against flying rocks and debris.
• Check that cutter wheel teeth are secured, sharp and not missing.
• Do not operate if tethered safety switch fails to stop engine when released away/pulled.
• Make sure no children or bystanders are within 75 feet (23 meters) of stump grinding operation.
• Protect cars, windows and other objects within 75 feet (23 meters) from flying debris.
• Be prepared for machine "kickback" when initially contacting the stump.
• Be aware of potential for carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.
• Prevent fires/explosions from fueling.
• Do not attempt to perform adjustments, declog or clean unit while engine is running.
• Avoid burns from engine or hot exhaust.
• Avoid using in wet or icy conditions where falls may occur.
• Check all hardware is tight before operation.
• Clean area free from all rocks and stones.
Details about these hazards are found throughout the manual and are summarized at the end of the manual under
ADD ENGINE OIL & FUEL: Your stump grinder requires assembly and that you add
engine oil to crankcase, fuel to tank. Review all assembly instructions prior to assembly.
INSPECT COMPONENTS: Closely inspect to make sure no components are missing or damaged. See the
"Receiving Your Unit" section for instructions on whom to contact to report missing or damaged parts.
WARNING
In particular, be aware of the following:
"Important Safety Information."
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20195 S. DIAMOND LAKE RD, SUITE 100, ROGERS, MN 55374
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MODEL: BRSG105K
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