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44” Brush Attachment Operator’s Manual Manuel de I’utilisateur Model 885911 – 44” Brush Attachment (SN 000101 +) ENGLISH • 04987400 12/15 FRANÇAIS Printed in USA...
WELCOME Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the Gravely family! Every product in the Gravely lineup is designed for long-lasting and unsurpassed performance. We are confident your attachment will be part of your family for many years to come.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL SAFETY This is the safety alert symbol. It Read these safety rules and follow them means: closely. Failure to follow these rules could • ATTENTION! lead to loss of control of unit, severe personal • YOUR SAFETY IS injury or death to you or bystanders, or result INVOLVED! in damage to property or the unit.
SAFETY DECALS The safety decals on your unit are visual reminders of the important safety information Read operator’s manual. in this manual. All messages on your unit must be fully understood and carefully followed. Safety decals on the unit are explained below.
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Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. DO NOT touch parts which might be hot from operation. Allow parts to cool before • Use an approved fuel container. attempting to maintain, adjust or service. • NEVER add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
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Disengage attachment when not in use and ALWAYS maintain unit in safe operating when traveling from one work area to condition. Damaged or worn out muffler can another. cause fire or explosion. Disengage power to the attachment when Keep unit free of ice or other debris. Clean unit is transported or not in use.
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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing Slope Operation immediately. Exercise extreme caution when operating on Properly remove fuel before tipping unit to slopes. DO NOT operate on steep slopes. avoid spills. DO NOT operate across the face of slopes; go up and down.
INSTALLATION Refer to Pro-QXT Tractor Operator’s Manual for tractor-specific information. UNPACK UNIT WARNING: Read and understand the Safety section before proceeding. 1. Remove all packaging material and ties from attachment. Tools Required: • Allen wrench WARNING: Dropping or tipping over boxed unit could result in personal injury or damage to 1.
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See Figure 5. See Figure 7. 7. Rotate bow latch forward and position 2. Remove two cap screws from attachment around latch hook on brush attachment. control lever. 8. Rotate attachment lever backward to 3. Position lever under left handlebar and secure attachment to tractor.
ATTACHMENT CONTROL LEVER WARNING: Read and See Figure 11. understand the Safety section Releases and locks brush to set clearing before proceeding. angle. See Figure 8 for all controls and features locations. Safety Interlock System WARNING: Safety interlock system failure and improper operation of unit can result in death or serious injury.
CONTACT ADJUSTMENT KNOBS BEFORE OPERATION See Figure 13. Adjust brush height to compensate for brush wear. See Adjust Brush Contact on page 12. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the Safety section before proceeding. Refer to Pro-QXT Tractor Operator’s Manual for tractor-specific pre-operation information and procedures.
Adjust Brush Contact 2. Move brush left or right until brush is in desired position. See Figure 15. 3. Release attachment control knob to lock Increase brush contact (lower brush): brush position. Move brush slightly left or 1. Equally turn both contact adjustment right to ensure locking pin is engaged.
For Best Sweeping Results • Run in an overlapping series of paths. • Start in the middle of large areas and sweep debris to each side. • ALWAYS direct discharge with wind direction. • Snow is most easily removed as soon as snow falls.
Proper maintenance can prolong the life of procedures. unit. The following chart shows the recommended service schedule. Your Gravely dealer can provide service and Grease adjustments to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Contact an authorized engine manufacturer’s service center for engine = Lubricate on Both Sides service.
3. Remove brush guard. STORAGE WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the Safety section before proceeding. Refer to Pro-QXT Tractor Operator’s Manual for tractor-specific storage information and procedures. SHORT TERM 1. Tighten all hardware to specifications. 2. Inspect unit for visible signs of wear or damage.
Brush sweeps remove obstruction before restarting. poorly. Attachment drive belt is slipping, Replace attachment drive belt. See your worn or damaged. Gravely dealer. Caster wheels Debris in casters. Clean debris from casters. do not pivot as Excessive friction in casters.
Equipment Limited Warranty Warranty Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Ariens, Gravely and Countax brand products purchased on or after 9/1/2015 and designated or labeled commercial products by Ariens Company will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the time period noted in the chart below.
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Exclusions – Items Not Covered by This Warranty • Parts that are not genuine Ariens, Gravely or Countax service parts are not covered by this warranty and may void the warranty. • Damages resulting from the installation or use of any part, accessory, or attachment which is not approved by the Ariens Company for use with product(s) identified herein are not covered by this warranty.
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• Products are designed to the specifications in the area that the product was originally distributed. Different areas may have significantly different legal and design requirements. This warranty is limited to the requirements in the area in which the unit was originally distributed.
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