DEK The Beast 100TB Owner's Manual

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This manual contains important safety instructions for the gasoline engine powered

READ SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.

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tow behind mower model: 100TB

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Mower and engine life are

extended greatly by performing

frequent lubrications, oil changes

and regular maintenance. To

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Page 1 100” T EHIND OWER Owner’s Manual This manual contains important safety instructions for the gasoline engine powered tow behind mower model: 100TB READ SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. SAVE THIS MANUAL. Need Help? Parts, Service and Technical Assistance call: 1-919-550-3221 www.brushbeast.com When you call the help-line you will need to have the...
Page 2 No part of this publication can be reproduced or distributed without prior written permission of GXi Outdoor Power, LLC Clayton, NC 27520 USA. DEK is a registered trademark of GXi Outdoor Power, LLC GXi Outdoor Power, LLC reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever.
Page 3 BEAST SERIES Check out our other great products at www.HomeDepot.com or visit our web site at www.brushbeast.com Turf Beast Turf Beast 54-inch Walk Behind Mower 36-inch Walk Behind Mower The Beast 100-inch Tow Behind Mower Brush Beast Brush Master 36-inch Brush Mower. Chipper/Shredder with 2-Way Feed...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
THE BEAST 100TB Contents Safety Information and Warnings ................. 1 Operation Safety Precautions ................2 Safety Decals ......................3 Product Specifications ................... 4 Control Panel and Mower Components ............... 5 Assembly Instructions Step 1: Front Wheel Assembly ............... 6 Step 2: Wing Mower Assembly ..............7 Step 3: Tool Box and Fuel Tank Box .............
Page 5: Safety Information And Warnings
THE BEAST Safety Information and Warnings 100TB Mower Inspection Safety Information For your safety, inspect the lawn mower before each THE BEAST tow behind mowers are designed to give use. Before you begin your inspection, be sure the safe and dependable service if operated according following conditions are met: the lawn mower should to instructions.
Page 6: Operation Safety Precautions
THE BEAST Operation Safety Precautions 100TB 7. Watch for pedestrian or vehicular traffic when Equipment Operation—Safety Precautions moving the mower while not in use (i.e., loading, 1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space unloading or transporting). where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can 8.
Page 7: Safety Decals
THE BEAST Safety Decals 100TB Safety Decal Identification The labels shown below are located on your mower to warn you of potential hazards and provide you with important safety information. If these decals become difficult to read or are missing from the mower, please contact GXi Parts & Service, LLC at 1-919-550-3221 or www.brushbeast.com for a replacement.
Page 8: Product Specifications
THE BEAST Product Specifications 100TB Model Feature 100TB Product Type Tow behind Cutting Width 100-inch finish, 52-inch rough Engine See engine manufacturer’s engine manual Engine Start Electric Deck Type Floating, quick change Cutting Height 1.5-4.5 inches( ½-inch increments) Blade Engagement Manual clutch Blade Tip Speed 18,750 ft/min...
Page 9: Control Panel And Mower Components
THE BEAST Control Panel and Mower Components 100TB Throughout this manual, instructions are given on the operation of your TURF BEAST mower. We recommend that while going through this manual, you have your mower available for quick and easy access in order to orient yourself with the controls, maintenance and orientation of different parts.
Page 10: Assembly Instructions
THE BEAST Assembly Instructions 100TB Step 1: Front Wheel Assembly G. Repeat steps A through F for the second front Note: Some mowers may be shipped with the front wheel. wheels pre-assembled. A. Remove packaging H. Remove the two (2) materials bolts attaching the surrounding the front...
Page 11: Step 2: Wing Mower Assembly
THE BEAST Assembly Instructions 100TB G. Using the handle, hold Step 2: Wing Mower Assembly the wing steady, Some mowers may be shipped with the wings pre- remove the wing assembled. If the wing mowers are pre-assembled, go locating pin, and to step 3.
Page 12: Step 3: Tool Box And Fuel Tank Box
THE BEAST Assembly Instructions 100TB Step 3: Tool Box and Fuel Tank Box Step 4: Hitch Assembly A. Open the tool box and the fuel tank box. Place the The hitch is shipped essentially preassembled. boxes on the frame aligning the four holes for A.
Page 13: Step 6: Engine Connections
THE BEAST Assembly Instructions 100TB Step 6: Engine Connections Step 7: Remote Shut-Down Switch 1. Check the wiring harness The most important safety connections to make system on a tow behind mower certain all connections are is the operator. THE BEAST is secure from the key equipped with a remote shut- switch to the engine plug.
Page 14: Operating Instructions
THE BEAST Operating Instructions 100TB Mowing in Reverse Before attempting to use THE BEAST, make sure 1. ALWAYS watch where you are going, and make you are familiar with all of the components and certain the area is clear before backing up. have read the manual.
Page 15: Connecting The Beast To A Vehicle
THE BEAST Operating Instructions 100TB Connecting THE BEAST to a Vehicle Towing THE BEAST Offset to One Side 1. Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual for THE BEAST has three (3) hitch connecting positions on recommendations and proper connections to the the frame of the mower so the mower can be pulled vehicle used to tow the mower.
Page 16: Wing Mower Storage And Operational Modes
THE BEAST Operating Instructions 100TB Wing Mower Storage and Operational Modes Operational to Storage Mode 1. Be sure THE BEAST is parked on a level surface, the engine is off and no blades are turning. Remove WARNING spark plug wires from spark plugs. 2.
Page 17: Mowing With The Beast
THE BEAST Operating Instructions 100TB 3. Walk back to the towing vehicle keeping clear of Mowing with THE BEAST the mower decks by at least three feet. 4. Slowly begin pulling the tow behind mower with the WARNING vehicle. Speed can be increased as long as cut quality is maintained and there is no engine rpm reduction or belt slip.
Page 18: Removing The Blades
THE BEAST Operating Instructions 100TB Wing Mower Deck Blade Removal (for equipped Removing the Blades models) Required tools: Two (2) 15/16” box end wrenches 1. Park the mower and level ground and block the rear wheels to prevent accidental rollback. 2.
Page 19: Spindle Brake Inspection And Replacement
THE BEAST Operating Instructions 100TB 7. Discard all of these parts. DO NOT reuse springs. Spindle Brake Inspection and Replacement New brakes are equipped with new springs for proper braking. IMPORTANT! The mower belts are adjusted to 8. Install the new brakes by reversing the procedure ensure the blades stop turning within seven (7) in steps 5 and 6.
Page 20: Changing From Finish Cut To Rough Cut
THE BEAST Operating Instructions 100TB NEVER USE THE WING MOWERS IN THE ROUGH Changing from Finish Cut to Rough Cut CUT CONFIGURATION. DOING SO WILL DAMAGE THE WING MOWERS AND BELTS. THE WING THE ROUGH CUT CONFIGURATION SHOULD ONLY MOWERS ARE FOR USE ONLYIN FINISH CUTTING BE OPERATED IN THE 4 INCH OR 4.5 INCH CUT OPERATIONS.
Page 21: General Maintenance
THE BEAST General Maintenance 100TB Fuel The Importance of Maintenance Regular maintenance is essential to ensure your DANGER mower continues to deliver safe and high-quality performance. DANGER! Gasoline is highly flammable and To help you properly care for your mower, the explosive.
Page 22: Maintenance Schedule
THE BEAST Maintenance Schedule 100TB Time Interval Break-in Every 8 hrs Every 40 hrs Every 100 hrs Every 200 hrs (first 5 hrs) (daily) (weekly) (Bi-weekly) (monthly) Item Procedure Inspect (adjust if Belts needed) Blades Inspect and Sharpen Inspect (see Engine Engine Air Filter Owner’s Manual) Clean (see Engine...
Page 23: Service Adjustments
THE BEAST Service Adjustments 100TB 3. If the belt moves more than .5 inch, move the blade DANGER control lever back to the OFF position. 4. Loosen locking nut. DANGER: Before making any adjustments or servicing 5. Rotate turnbuckle until desired tension is your mower, make sure the mower is on level ground, achieved.
Page 24: Lubrication Points
THE BEAST Lubrication Points 100TB To ensure proper lubrication of moving parts, GXi recommends that you lubricate the following components with a high- quality, EP2 high-temperature-based grease or equivalent. Should the conditions of operation be more severe than normal, the lubrication interval may need to be shortened. GTR/OPE grease is the recommended lubricant. 4.
Page 25: Troubleshooting
THE BEAST Troubleshooting 100TB Problem Possible Causes Solution Engine will not start 1. Key in the OFF position 1. Turn key to ON position 2. Insufficient fuel in the tank 2. Add gasoline 3. Air bubble in the fuel line 3.
Page 26 THE BEAST Troubleshooting 100TB Problem Possible Causes Solution Mower will not move 1. Brake ON 1. Release brake on control panel forward or reverse 2. Bypass levers pulled out 2. Ensure bypass pins are retracted Cannot move mower 1. Bypass not engaged 1.
Page 27: Limited Warranty And Service
THE BEAST Limited Warranty & Service 100TB Length of Warranty: *(from the date of original retail purchase) Products Covered by this Commercial Rental Residential Warranty Engine Manufacturer’s warranty Manufacturer’s warranty Manufacturer’s warranty Transmission Manufacturer’s warranty Manufacturer’s warranty Manufacturer’s warranty Mower frame Lifetime (original owner only) Lifetime (original owner only) 90 days...

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