Brown Products BrushOx (BC2613HER) - Manual (Page 21)

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Maintenance
1. WARNING! Check tightness of all five blade bolts every four hours of
operation.
2. Check for any loose bolts and nuts. Tighten as needed.
3. Check engine oil level before each use. Add if needed. Oil should be within the
hatch marks on the dip stick. Check the engine owner’s manual for proper oil, oil
filter, and oil levels.
4. If the BRUSH OX has been stored for an extended period, check for stale
gasoline. If stale, drain fuel tank and replace with fresh gasoline.
5. Check belts for wear, tears, or cracks. Always use Original Equipment
replacement belts. See BRUSH OX owner’s manual for part numbers and contact
your dealer.
6. Check belt tension. Shut off engine and disconnect the battery. If belts are loose,
follow these steps.
A. Correct the tension on the transaxle drive belt using the following
procedure: 1. Remove the Rear Frame Closure Plate (Item # 33, Part #
260-257). 2. Loosen the nut on the inside of the frame on the Tensioner
Rod (Item # 44, Part # 260-754) and screw nut toward the center of the
BRUSH OX. 3. Tighten the nut on the outside of the frame on the
Tensioner Rod until there is approximately ½” of flex in the belt between
the pulleys. 4. Tighten the nut on the inside of the frame on the Tensioner
Rod. 5. Remount the Rear Frame Closure Plate.
B. Correct the tension on the blade drive belt using the following procedure:
1. Remove the Top Frame Cover (Item # 10, Part # 260-271). 2. Loosen
the 3/8” bolt in the slot of the Spindle Belt Idler Arm (Item # 18, Part #
260-261). 3. Place a ½” drive socket extension in the square hole of the
Spindle Belt Idler Arm and using ½” drive ratchet or pull handle, turn the
Idler Arm until there is approximately 1” of flex in the belt centered
between the two pulleys. Tighten the 3/8” bolt in the slot of the Idler
Arm.
7. Check tire air pressure and maintain no less than 14 PSI and not more than 28
PSI. Tires have 14 ounces of Flat-Free installed in the tube at the factory. Flat-
Free can be ordered in quarts (Part # 260-819).
8. Check engine air filter for dirt or debris and clean if needed. Replace if damaged
or clogged. See Honda dealer for replacement parts.
9. Check battery terminals for any corrosion. If corrosion is present, disconnect
cables, clean, and reconnect.