BE-VBM220 USER MANUAL
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Mowing Instructions
1. Clear area to be mowed of objects and debris that might be picked up and thrown by the mower blades.
2. Grass is best cut when it is dry. Mowing wet grass can cause clogging resulting in grass clumps behind the
mower.
3. Grass should be mowed frequently as shorter clippings deteriorate faster.
4. If mowing extremely tall grass, it is best to raise cutting height and mow the area, then lower cutting
height and mow a second time at the desired height.
Operating Instructions
Proper servicing and adjustments are the key to the long life of any machine. With careful and systematic
inspection of the mower, costly maintenance, time, and repair can be avoided.
Before beginning to mow, the following inspection should be performed:
1. Check oil level in gearbox.
2. Check that all plugs in gearbox have been replaced and tightened properly.
3. Be sure all mower knives, bolts and nuts are tight.
4. Be certain all guards and shields are in place and secure.
5. Grease driveline shaft and all other grease fittings.
6. Clear area to be mowed of rocks, branches and other foreign objects.
7. Lower mower to ground. Set tractor throttle at approximately 1/4 open. Engage PTO to start blades
rotating.
8. Operate with 540 rpm PTO tractor.
9. At first begin mowing at a slow forward speed and shift up until the desired speed is achieved,
maintaining 540 PTO rpm.
10. Mower knives will cut better at a faster blade speed than at reduced throttle.
11. After mowing the first 50 feet, stop and check to see that the mower is adjusted properly.
12. Do not make sharp turns or attempt to back up while mower is on the ground.
13. Do not engage PTO with mower in the fully raised position. Do not engage PTO at full throttle.
ADJUSTMENTS
Leveling The Mower
NOTE: Tractor and mower should be on level ground.
Leveling can be adjusted at the tractor’s 3-point arms and center link.
Cutting Height Adjustment
The machines cutting height depends on the position of the rear roller.
1. Remove the bolts that fix the roller on both sides.
2. Lift or lower both sides of roller in equal measurements.
3. Replace bolts and re-tighten.
3-Point Hitch Adjustments
The 3-point hitch system on this mower has been designed for front to back flotation when mowing on
uneven terrain. Adjust tractor’s top center link to place the upper hitch pin vertically above or slightly behind
the lower hitch pins. The mower should be run with the back 15 degrees lower than the front.
The hitch can also be adjusted from side to side by turning the adjustment handle. Turn handle until you
have achieved your desired location.
CAUTION
Engage parking brake, shut off tractor, remove key and disengage PTO before making any height
adjustments!
