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36FB, 54FB 

TURF BEAST 

 

 

Rev: Mar2011 

 

 

T

URF BEAST  

Finish Mower 

11 

Operating Instructions 

Return to Neutral 

If the mower creeps or will not stop as desired when 
the handles are in neutral position, adjustments are 
necessary. 
CAUTION: Be sure the engine is OFF before you 
open the hydro access panel. 
 
1.  Remove the bolts to 

access hydro panel. 
 
 
 
 

2.  Using an 8 mm wrench, 

reach through the bottom 
of the hydro panel to the 
return-to-neutral set pin 
bolts. Loosen bolts on the 
side that needs adjusting. 

3.  Be sure the brake is in the 

OFF position. In a safe operator position, start the 
engine. 

4.  With the engine running, slowly move the handle 

on the side needing adjustment until that side 
comes to a complete stop. If the mower creeps 
forward, pull handle in reverse, If the mower 
creeps backward, pull the handle forward. 

5.  When the mower stops moving completely the 

hydro is in the neutral position. 

6.  Turn off the engine. 
7.  Slowly tighten the bolts without moving the plate. 
8.  With the bolts tightened, move to a safe operator 

position and start the engine.  

9.  If the creep has returned, repeat the process. 

Multiple iterations may be required.  

 
 
 
 
 
 
DANGER! Make certain the engine comes to a 
complete stop before putting you hands in the 
access panel. 
 
10.  Reinstall hydro access panel. 

Disengaging Hydrostatic Drive Units  

Before physically moving the mower when the engine is 
NOT running, the hydrostatic drive units need to be 
disengaged into free-wheel mode.  

 
 
 
 

 
 
 

 

 
 

 

 
 
 

To disengage these hydro units: 

1.  Remove the hydro tool stored under the hydro unit. 

 

2.  Use the hook on the hydro tool to pull the hydro 

release pin back and out. 
Repeat on the other side. It 
may be necessary to bump 
the hydro carrier forward 
for easier free-wheeling. 
 

CAUTION! Never bump, hit or 
push the actual hydros. 
 
To return to operation mode: 

1.  Slide the hydro tool 

through the hydro 
tensioner. Pull until the pin 
sets. Repeat on the other 
side. If the pin partially 
sets, tap the pin. 

2.  Replace the hydro tool to 

storage under the hydro unit. 

DANGER 

Hydro tool 

Hydro 

tensioner 

Hydro 

release 

pin 

Summary of Contents for TurfBeast 36FB

Page 1: ...___________________ Location of Purchase _______________________ Serial Mower _______________________ Serial Engine _______________________ Serial Hydro Trans L _______________________ Serial Hydro Tr...

Page 2: ...reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever The information and specifications included in this pub...

Page 3: ...www HomeDepot com or visit our web site at www brushbeast com Turf Beast 36 inch Walk Behind Mower 100 inch Tow Behind Mower 36 inch Brush Mower Turf Beast 54 inch Walk Behind Mower The Beast Brush B...

Page 4: ...RF BEAST Mower Manual Congratulations on the purchase of your new TURF BEAST commercial mower We at GXi Outdoor Power are confident that this mower will provide excellent performance outstanding quali...

Page 5: ...ing or is hot Keep open flames sparks and heat away from the fuel and store fuel in containers specifically designed for that purpose ADD FUEL OUTDOORS ONLY AND IF THE FUEL IS SPILLED DO NOT START THE...

Page 6: ...rd keep the engine and the area around the engine free of grass leaves or any other type of foreign material 14 Beware of cutting edges Always wear gloves for safety when performing blade maintenance...

Page 7: ...n 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 m...

Page 8: ...1 5 4 5 inches inch increments 1 5 4 5 inches inch increments Blade Engagement Manual clutch Manual clutch Blade Tip Speed 18 750 ft min 18 750 ft min Anti Scalping Rollers None 3 front 2 rear No Blad...

Page 9: ...manual before operating Control Panel Below you will find a diagram of the control panel Please take the time to familiarize yourself with the mower controls Lawn Mower Component Identification Some...

Page 10: ...stener holding the bolt to the steel shipping rack Set the nut and bolt aside It will be re used in the mower assembly process C Remove the mower from the steel shipping rack D Slide the front wheel p...

Page 11: ...s shown in the picture to the right The rod connections are secured with an initial preset for the upper hole position lower handle bar position If the lower hole position upper handle bar position is...

Page 12: ...the engine 3 Connect the black wire to a ground lug located on the back or side of the engine 4 If equipped attach the yellow wire to the bottom of the starter motor solenoid on the engine with the p...

Page 13: ...OSE FUEL TANK OR A LOOSE FUEL VALVE CAN LEAD TO SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH ENSURE ALL CONNECTIONS ARE SECURE AND INSPECT THOROUGHLY FOR ANY POTENTIAL LEAKS IN THE FUEL SYSTEM IF YOU FIND A LOOSE CONNECTIO...

Page 14: ...o the neutral position 4 To drive the mower forward slide both hands slightly back on the handle bar and gently squeeze the forward levers toward the handle bar The forward speed is directly proportio...

Page 15: ...y tighten the bolts without moving the plate 8 With the bolts tightened move to a safe operator position and start the engine 9 If the creep has returned repeat the process Multiple iterations may be...

Page 16: ...ious injury or death Clear area of all debris Keep people and pets at a safe distance WARNING Do not operate the mower with defective guards shields or without the safety devices securely in place 1 W...

Page 17: ...ss with the two height adjust pins brackets on the other side of the mower deck Removing the Blades Required tools Two 2 15 16 box end wrenches 1 Park the mower on level ground and block the rear whee...

Page 18: ...structions 1 Engage the blade handle make certain the engine cannot start to pull the brakes off of the pulleys 2 Remove the pulley guard from the deck 3 Visually inspect the brake pads for wear Make...

Page 19: ...use severe burns Tire Pressure Incorrect tire pressure may cause the mower to pull to one side and or result in uneven cut Use caution when filling the tires NEVER exceed the recommended maximum tire...

Page 20: ...Manual X X Engine Oil Filter Change see Engine Owner s Manual X X Engine Spark Plug Inspect see Engine Owner s Manual X Fuel Filter Replace X Fuel Line Check X Grease Fittings Refer to page 16 Hardwar...

Page 21: ...move the blade control lever on the control console to the ON position 2 With approximately 10 pounds of pressure push the clutch pulley to tighten the belt The linkage should stop approximately 1 in...

Page 22: ...he existing holes or add new holes to achieve a tighter fit between the activation rod and the sensor WARNING A C B Engine to Hydrostatic Drives Belt Adjustment 1 The engine to hydrostatic drives belt...

Page 23: ...grease will cause premature lower bearing failure Frequent application of grease to this bearing is critical to achieving long spindle life in harsh duty environments Note Before interchanging the opt...

Page 24: ...es are a contributing factor to the engine not starting depress the Operator Presence Switch on the handle bars while trying to start the engine If engine starts a safety switch adjustment is required...

Page 25: ...and flush tank 2 Clean or replace the air filter 3 Add engine oil 4 Replace spark plug 5 Mow slower wait for grass to dry out 6 Sharpen cutting blades 7 Take in for service Grass not cut smoothly or...

Page 26: ...n the fuel or oil damage caused by not following the prescribed warnings and operating practices failure to follow proper maintenance and storage procedures and physical damage due to misuse shipping...

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