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BEFCO

Operator’s Manual

GROUND ENGAGE EQUIPMENT

Heavy Duty Rear Blades

BRB-284, BRB-296

The operator’s manual is a technical service guide and must always accompany the machine.

Manual 971-210B

January 2018

Summary of Contents for BRB-284

Page 1: ...FCO Operator s Manual GROUND ENGAGE EQUIPMENT Heavy Duty Rear Blades BRB 284 BRB 296 The operator s manual is a technical service guide and must always accompany the machine Manual 971 210B January 20...

Page 2: ...r each have been selected using the following guidelines DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially h...

Page 3: ...10 Optional Hydraulic Angling Cylinder 19 3 09 Optional Skid Shoes 15 3 08 Operating Techniques 15 3 07 Working Speed 14 3 06 Start Up 13 3 05 Attaching to the Tractor 12 3 04 Pre Operational Check 11...

Page 4: ...n their equipment as described in this manual Warranty registration is accomplished by the dealer by completing and forwarding the Warranty Registration form to the Company along with a copy of the de...

Page 5: ...late showing the model and the serial number Record your implement model and serial number in the space provided Your dealer needs this information to give you prompt efficient service when you order...

Page 6: ...and is instructed in safe and proper use 2 01 Preparation 1 Before operating equipment read and understand the operator s manual and the safety signs see fig 2 2 Thoroughly inspect the implement befo...

Page 7: ...igns 1 Read and adhere to all safety and operating decals on this machine see fig 2 2 Before dismounting tractor Allow moving parts to stop stop engine set brake and remove the key of unattended equip...

Page 8: ...g 2 Safety decals implement replace immediately if damaged SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 8 BEFCO REAR BLADES OPERATOR S MANUAL right side left side left side right side Yellow reflective Red reflective decal dec...

Page 9: ...spect and are the safest available in today s market Unfortunately human carelessness can override the safety features built into our machines Injury prevention and work safety aside from the features...

Page 10: ...ing close to ditches or fences Be careful when turning sharp corners 16 Before beginning operation contact local utility companies to make certain there are no bundled gas lines electrical cables etc...

Page 11: ...transportation purposes the main components of the rear blade are shipped unassembled CAUTION Stand clear of bands when cutting as they could be under sufficient tension to cause them to fly loose Tak...

Page 12: ...female end through the rear frame 6 Slide a pin on each side and secure with hairpins 10 Insert the right and left hitch pins 8 through the holes on the A frame and secure with lynch pins 11 Ensure al...

Page 13: ...the way up and secure with lynch pin 5 Attach top link to the top hitch of the rear blade A frame using a top link pin The top hole is for a category 1 or 2 hitch an optional bushing should be used f...

Page 14: ...safety aspects for the implement in the operator s manual 5 To have read and understood all safety decals on the implement 6 To have contacted the local utility companies to make certain there are no...

Page 15: ...engthening the top link will allow the blade to contact the ground at a sharper pitch and will result in a more aggressive action Shortening the top link when scraping will raise the cutting blade to...

Page 16: ...left and one center position Each setting represents a 7 5 degree adjustment For some tractors blade can be rotated without unhooking from the tractor Wider models may require disassembly of pivot bol...

Page 17: ...RB 284 and BRB 296 the tilt of the blade can be adjusted by using one of the five tilt positions available on the blade swivel 2 on the right 2 on the left and one center position The blade can be til...

Page 18: ...ed to A Frame female brace must be attached to moldboard assembly In order to maintain the moldboard perpendicular to the direction of travel insert brace pin and moldboard pin in the same position nu...

Page 19: ...side 5 Ensure all hardware is properly tightened before resuming operation NOTE Skid shoes should be rotated periodically from right to left to prolong their operational life 3 10 Optional Hydraulic A...

Page 20: ...ctor weights and or tire ballast should be used to improve stability 2 Observe the type of terrain and develop a safe working pattern 3 Operate the implement up and down steep slopes not across slopes...

Page 21: ...a safe ground speed that is appropriate for the terrain 2 Beware of traffic on public roads Install a SMV Slow Moving Vehicle sign when traveling on roads or streets Comply with all federal state and...

Page 22: ...er equipment unless it is blocked securely 7 Always use personal protection devices such as eye hand and hearing protectors when performing any service or maintenance 8 Frequently check blade It shoul...

Page 23: ...larly the cutting blade 2 Replace damaged or worn blade 3 Remove any wrapping stalks weeds trash etc from implement Every 25 hours Check hardware tightness vibration can loosen bolts7 MAINTENANCE 23 B...

Page 24: ...212 287 150 203 97 132 11 5 8 223 302 152 206 97 131 2 M16 171 232 121 164 79 106 18 9 16 154 209 105 142 69 94 1 5 M14 154 208 109 147 70 95 12 9 16 144 195 98 133 62 84 2 M14 120 163 85 115 55 75 2...

Page 25: ...ible that it could slip and fall causing injury Our scraper blades are reversible They may be rotated to give a fresh cutting edge To remove the blades proceed as follows see fig 10 1 Properly support...

Page 26: ...is important to perform the following for prolonged storage 1 Wash the implement carefully 2 Inspect the implement and replace worn or damaged parts 3 Tighten all hardware8 4 Grease all areas indicate...

Page 27: ...aragraph 5 01 Blade may be worn Adjust tractor s top link see paragraph 3 08 Operating Techniques Tractor s top link not adjusted properly Lengthen tractor s top link to increase tine penetration Soil...

Page 28: ...eating of bearings Operator s Manual Review the Operator s Manual with the customer Explain the following Warranty Safe operation and service Correct machine installation and operation Daily and perio...

Page 29: ...or performance of any warranty on the Company s Machine are those set forth herein In no event will the dealer the Company or any company affiliated with the Company be liable for a Injuries or damag...

Page 30: ...shop It is assumed that the dealer has the appropriate general and special tools to service the machine Time required for replacement of knives oil grease and to remove excessive dirt from the Machin...

Page 31: ...arranty and understand clearly that there were and are no other representations of warranties either expressed or implied made by anyone I have been advised on proper operation maintenance and lubrica...

Page 32: ...Cut along this line Sender Fold here BEFCO Inc Warranty Department P O Box 6036 Rocky Mount NC 27802 6036 Place stamp here...

Page 33: ...BEFCO Parts Manual GROUND ENGAGE EQUIPMENT Heavy Duty Rear Blades BRB 284 BRB 296 Parts Manual 01 2018 BRB 284 296 Ver A BEFCO BRB 284 296 US lwp Printed on January 2 2018...

Page 34: ...REAR BLADES FRAME OPERATOR S MANUAL BRB 284 BRB 296 PARTS MANUAL 34 BEFCO 01 2018...

Page 35: ...503 676B 8 1 Adjustment brace male 279556 above 7900083 1 Adjustment brace male 279555 below 503 675B 7 1 Scraper blade BRB 296 066 9019 1 Scraper blade BRB 284 046 9019 6 1 Mold board BRB 296 279556...

Page 36: ...REAR BLADES DECALS OPERATOR S MANUAL BRB 284 BRB 296 PARTS MANUAL 36 BEFCO 01 2018...

Page 37: ...ium 950 107B 9 2 Decal BEFCO small 950 106B 8 2 Decal B 950 103B 7 1 Decal 296 950 345B 1 Decal 284 950 248B 6 1 Decal BRB 950 813B 5 1 Decal CAUTION To avoid serious injury 950 417B 4 1 Decal WARNING...

Page 38: ...11x2 G5 Z option 503 650B 4 4 Nut HH 5 8 11 G2 Z 502 865B 3 4 Washer lock 5 8 Z 502 866B 2 2 Skid shoe 006 9400 1 Qty Description Part Ref REAR BLADES ACCESSORY SKID SHOES BRB 001 OPERATOR S MANUAL BR...

Page 39: ...spare parts All rights reserved It is unlawful to copy reprint or use any of the information or details in this manual without the expressed written permission of the Company Technical information pr...

Page 40: ...BEFCO BRB 284 296 US lwp Printed in the USA January 2 2018 P O Box 6036 Rocky Mount NC 27802 6036 Tel 252 977 9920 Fax 252 977 9718 www befco com...

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