Tar River Implements BFM-105 Operator's Manual

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Rear Discharge Finishing Mower

BFM-105 & BFM-106

Operator's Manual

Rev. 12/22

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Page 1 Rear Discharge Finishing Mower BFM-105 & BFM-106 Operator’s Manual Rev. 12/22...
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Page 3 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower TO THE DEALER: Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Tar River dealer. Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists in the Owner’s/Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Table of Contents Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5 Technical Specifications ……………………………………………………………………………….. 5 Safety …………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6 Safety Signal Words ……………………………………………………………………………………. 6 General Safety Guidelines ……………………………………………………………………………… 7 Safety Decal Care ………………………………………………………………………………………. 7 Before Operation ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 8 During Operation ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 Highway And Transport Operations ……………………………………………………………………...
Page 5: Introduction
Rear discharge • Floating hitch • Easy cutting height adjustment • Easy belt tension adjustment • Powder coat paint • Category 1 hitch • BFM-105 BFM-106 Weight 435 lbs. 544 lbs. Req. HP 15-30 15-30 Working width 58” 71” Overall width 59”...
Page 6: Safety
BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Important Safety Information Safety It is important that you read the entire manual and to become familiar with this product before you begin using it. This product is designed for certain applications only. The manufacturer cannot be responsible for issues arising from modification.
Page 7: General Safety Guidelines
BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Important Safety Information General Safety Guidelines Safety of the operator is one of the main concerns in designing and developing a new piece of equipment. Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety features as possible. However, every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling equipment.
Page 8: Before Operation
BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Important Safety Information How to install Safety Signs: Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry. • Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper. • Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper. •...
Page 9: During Operation
BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Important Safety Information During Operation Children should not be allowed on the machine. • Clear the area of small children and bystanders before moving the machine. • If using a towing unit, securely attach machine by using a hardened 3/4” pin, a metal retainer, and safety •...
Page 10: Highway And Transport Operations
BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Important Safety Information Highway and Transport Operations Adopt safe driving practices. • Keep the brake pedals latched together at all times. Never use independent braking with machine in tow • as loss of control and/or upset of unit can result. Always drive at a safe speed relative to local conditions and ensure that your speed is low enough for an •...
Page 11 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Important Safety Information Highway and Transport Operations Maneuver the tractor or towing vehicle at safe speeds. • Avoid overhead wires or other obstacles. Contact with overhead lines could cause serious injury or death. • Avoid loose fill, rocks and holes, they can be dangerous for equipment operation or movement. •...
Page 12: Operating Instructions
BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Operating Instructions Assembly Step 1: Attach the rear brace bars to the lugs on the rear of deck with M12-1.75x40 hex bolt and M12-1.75 locking nut. Attach the A-frame bars to the lugs on the front of the mower deck with M12-1.75x40 bolts and M12-1.75 locking nuts.
Page 13 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Operating Instructions Assembly Step 3: Install the wheel support braces with M12 bolt and locking nuts as shown below. Step 4: Install rear discharge chute and safety chains using M12 bolts and locking nuts as shown below. Step 5: Cutting height adjustment.
Page 14 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Operating Instructions Assembly Cont. Place the covers (13) on the belts, tighten the handles on the frame (14) and on the gearbox support (15). Attach the PTO shield (16) by means of four screws (17) and the washers (18). Install the uprights (19) on the machine and insert the bolts (21), and relative nuts (22).
Page 15 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Operating Instructions Warning: When attaching the BFM Series Finish Mower, Never allow anyone to stand between the BFM Series Finish Mower and the tractor. Serious injury or death can occur! Attaching the BFM Series Finish Mower Carefully read this instruction manual and the manuals of the tractor and PTO shaft manufacturer.
Page 16 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Operating Instructions Attaching PTO Shaft Attaching to Tractor Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Before attaching the rotary tiller to the tractor, check the unit to ensure there is oil in the top and side gearbox. See Maintenance section for lubricant specifications. Attaching the PTO shaft: Before installing the PTO shaft make sure that the RPM rating and the direction of rotation match those of the tractor.
Page 17 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Operating Instructions Attaching PTO Shaft Attaching to Tractor Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Cutting Height Adjustment: The cutting height of the equipment depends on the position of the wheels. If the wheels are raised, the cutting height increases; if the wheels are lowered, the cutting height decreases.
Page 18: Maintenance
BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Operating Instructions Attaching PTO Shaft Attaching to Tractor Operating Instructions Maintenance Maintenance: Maintenance is crucial for the working life and efficiency of any agricultural equipment. If the equipment is properly maintained and operated, a long working life and operator safety are assured. The maintenance intervals indicated in this booklet are provided as a mere reference and are related to normal working conditions;...
Page 19 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Operating Instructions Attaching PTO Shaft Attaching to Tractor Operating Instructions Maintenance Every 20 working hours Lubricate the pulley support bearing (C ). Every 30 working hours Check belt tensioning. Every 40 working hours Lubricate the wheel supports (A). After the first 50 working hours and, later, every 800 working hours Replace the oil in the gearbox.
Page 20: Trouble Shooting
BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Operating Instructions Attaching PTO Shaft Attaching to Tractor Operating Instructions Trouble Shooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Operate PTO at 540 RPM Slow blade tip speed Replace with new OEM blades Worn blade tips Sharpen, balance old blades or replace with Dull blades new OEM blades Blades unable to cut the part of grass...
Page 21 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Operating Instructions Attaching PTO Shaft Attaching to Tractor Operating Instructions Trouble Shooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Damaged belt Replace with OEM belt. Inspect all pulley grooves for rust, paint or oth- Belt rollover Foreign material in pulley groove er foreign material.
Page 22 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Notes: This chart is an approximate estimate of torque values. Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque value or tightening procedure is listed for a specific application. Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware: SAE for SAE hardware and Metric for Metric hardware.
Page 23 Rear Discharge Finishing Mower BFM-105 & BFM-106 Parts Manual Rev. 12/22...
Page 24 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Hopper Assembly Operating Instructions Attaching PTO Shaft Attaching to Tractor Operating Instructions Mower Assembly...
Page 25 B62052RS Bearing B62052 2RS FM10112 Spacer washer FM10044 Joint plate, BFM-105 FM10045 Joint plate 6’ FW10 Washer flat M10, BFM-105 FW10 Washer flat M10, BFM-106 LW10 Washer lock M10, BFM-105 LW10 Washer lock M10, BFM-106 NM1015 Nut HH M10-1.5, BFM-105 NM1015 Nut HH M10-1.5, BFM-106...
Page 26 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Hopper Assembly Hopper Assembly Operating Instructions Attaching PTO Shaft Attaching to Tractor Operating Instructions Mower Assembly...
Page 27 Main deck, BFM-106 FM10079 Hair pin FM10080 Pin M19x60.5 BM1217540 Bolt HH M12-1.75x40 8.8 zinc FM10082L Belt guard, BFM-105, LH FM10082R Belt guard, BFM-105, RH FM10083L Belt guard, BFM-106, LH FM10083R Belt guard, BFM-106, RH BM0812515 Bolt HH M8-1.25x15 8.8 zinc...
Page 28 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Hopper Assembly Operating Instructions Attaching PTO Shaft Attaching to Tractor Operating Instructions Mower Assembly...
Page 29 LW12 Washer lock M12 NM12175 Nut HH M12-1.75 KM100835 Key M10 x 8 x 35 BM101525 Bolt HH M10-1.5x25 8.8 zinc, BFM-105 BM101525 Bolt HH M10-1.5x25 8.8 zinc, BFM-106 LW08 Washer lock M8 BM0812512 Bolt HH M8-1.25x12 8.8 zinc FW24...
Page 30 BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Hopper Assembly Operating Instructions Attaching PTO Shaft Attaching to Tractor Operating Instructions Decals...
Page 31: Decals
Attaching to Tractor Operating Instructions Decals Item Part # Description Qty. Decal Model # BFM-105 Decal Model # BFM-106 RT1016 Decal Tar River Manufacturing D1314 Decal Set, BFM-Waring Labels (* Included in Decal Set) Decal Danger Rotating Blades Decal Danger Min. Distance...
Page 32: Warranty
BFM-100 Series Finish Mower Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY Belco Resources Equipment warrants to the original purchaser of any new piece of machinery from Belco Re- sources Equipment, purchased from an authorized Belco Resources Equipment dealer, that the equipment be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year for non-commercial, state, and mu- nicipalities’...
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Page 34 401 Jeffreys Road Tel: 252-822-7140 Rocky Mount, NC 27804 Fax: 252-787-5855 www.tarrivermfg.com Sales@tarrivermfg.com...

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