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Rotary Broom for ATV & UTV

60'' Model #700448-2

 


#01 - Maintenance & Dismounting


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#02 - The brush is too aggressive when lawn dethatching or leaf raking.

POSSIBLE CAUSES :

Too much pressure on the brush.


CORRECTIVE ACTIONS :

Lower the broom on a hard surface and lift brush 1'' from the ground by turning the adjusting screw clockwise. Adjust from time to time if necessary.

NOTE: It is recommended to use the side wheel support kit when used for dethatching uneven ground.



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#03 - The brush turns jerkily.

POSSIBLE CAUSES :

Too much pressure on the brush, it will wear out up to 5 times faster.


CORRECTIVE ACTIONS :

Adjust when needed to compensate for the wearing out of the brush. Always sweep with the tips of the bristles like a broom and not with the sides of the bristles like a mop.


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#04 - Electric motor does not work.

POSSIBLE CAUSES :

Motor overheating.


CORRECTIVE ACTIONS :

These motors are equipped with an internal protector. Wait 10 minutes before using.


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#05 - The brush does not turn on the grass.

POSSIBLE CAUSES :

Too much pressure on the brush.


CORRECTIVE ACTIONS :

Lower the broom on a hard surface and lift brush 1'' from the ground by turning the adjusting screw clockwise. Adjust from time to time if necessary.



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#06 - The sprocket wears out prematurely.

POSSIBLE CAUSES :

Chain is not adjusted.


CORRECTIVE ACTIONS :

Check the chain adjustment frequently (too tight, too loose).


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#07 - The chain wears out prematurely.

POSSIBLE CAUSES :

Inappropriate lubrification.


CORRECTIVE ACTIONS :

Do not lubricate the chain during operation. Wait until the job is finished. Wash the rotary broom turn a few moments so the oil penetrates into the chain.


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#08 - Brush wears out prematurely or does not wear out evenly.

POSSIBLE CAUSES :

The pressure on the brush is not well adjusted.


CORRECTIVE ACTIONS :

Reduce the pressure on the brush when on the ground.



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#09 - Loss of steering

POSSIBLE CAUSES :

Too much pressure on the brush.


CORRECTIVE ACTIONS :

Reduce pressure on the brush. If problem persists, contact your dealer for more information.



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#10 - The brush does not sweep well.

POSSIBLE CAUSES :

Debris accumulation.


CORRECTIVE ACTIONS :

Clean the inside and outside ot the hood frequently during opereation. Dirt, mud, ice etc... accumulation adds weight onto  the brush and could result in premature wear of the brush.


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#11 - The bristles take a bad form or shape.

POSSIBLE CAUSES :

The broom was not stored on the parking stands.


CORRECTIVE ACTIONS :

Wash the broom with warm water or warm steam. Leave in raised position and let it turn a few times. The brush sould take its original shape.



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Bercomac Limitée
92, Fortin Nord
Adstock (Quebec, Canada)
G0N 1S0

Print date : February 2012 04
Phone : (877) 772-3726
Fax : (800) 430-2252
E-mail : cs@bercomac.com
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