OREC America RM98 Operating Instructions Manual Download

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Brush Rover

RM98

0259

‐

72000

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Please fully read and understand all the important points in these
instructions before operating this machine.



When you purchase this machine, please ask the retailer to explain the
Safest

way to operate it.



Please keep these operating instructions and the warranty safe so that they
may be easily referred to at anytime.

OREC America Inc.

(To the retailer)

Please inspect this machine before shipping it to the customer, and register for warranty at

www.orecamerica.com/warranty

Summary of Contents for RM98

Page 1: ...rchase this machine please ask the retailer to explain the Safest way to operate it Please keep these operating instructions and the warranty safe so that they may be easily referred to at anytime ORE...

Page 2: ...is designed to cut overgrown weeds and brush it is not a lawn mower Therefore it doesn t offer the same quality cut as a finishing mower This machine is best suited for agricultural areas and is inten...

Page 3: ...e Each Part 32 How to Inspect Maintain and Adjust Each Part 32 How to clean the air filter 32 How to inspect and adjust the spark plug 33 How to inspect fuel lines 33 How to clean the fuel filter 34 H...

Page 4: ...ntenance and inspections as recommended in this manual Warning Labels The warning labels are attached to the machine to draw attention to potentially serious dangers Please be sure to fully understand...

Page 5: ...l be slightly different In the case that these warning symbols become difficult to see please replace them so that they can be easily seen and understood 0220 70700 0304 71100 0259 82500 0259 82200 02...

Page 6: ...situations When lending this machine to another person When lending this machine to another person it is the owner s responsibility that the following conditions are met The owner should explain how t...

Page 7: ...away from vehicles Fuel spills can cause fire and other accidents Do not remove the refueling nozzle from the fuel tank until you have finished refueling Fuel spills can cause fire and other accidents...

Page 8: ...ause injury and accidents Altering this machine in any way will void the warranty Orec America Inc will bear no responsibility for damage or injury caused by alterations or modifications Do not change...

Page 9: ...wet grass causing injury and accidents When you identify areas on the machine that are in need of maintenance please turn off the machine and ensure that the repairs are completed before starting the...

Page 10: ...elease the blade clutch and switch off the engine Taking precautions can avoid injury and accidents Take care to move and turn the machine gently Stop the blades when not cutting weeds or brush Taking...

Page 11: ...rotruding tree roots Also watch for obstructions that could be hidden in long weeds and brush You can lose control of the steering wheel causing injury and accidents When operating on slopes do not le...

Page 12: ...d Poorly fitted covers could open during operation and cause serious injury Check that all nuts and bolts are securely tightened Perform comprehensive inspection and adjustment of parts such as the dr...

Page 13: ...operator should always use common sense and put safety first when using this machine Names of Parts 9 Differential Lock Lever 12 Seat 8 Auxiliary Shift Lever 7 Shift Lever 3 Choke Lever 11 Blade Exch...

Page 14: ...at a slow speed when the light is turned on 5 Cutting Height Adjustment Lever This machine can be set to any height between 2 50mm and 4 7 120mm Press the cutting height lock button with your thumb a...

Page 15: ...se do the mowing operation in the LOW position For safety reasons when you work on a slope please work on a slope of 10 or less Please make sure that you put the lever through the guide notch on each...

Page 16: ...not start 11 Blade Exchange Cover Used only for inspecting or changing the knife At all other times please keep the cover closed Make sure the cover is closed during operation If the cover is open du...

Page 17: ...reater recommended 1 Remove the front cowl holder with screwdriver Then take off the front cowl Install the battery and connect cable to positive first then negative 2 Put the front cowl on then place...

Page 18: ...OCK position and the cutting height adjustment lever is in the MOVE position the engine does not stop even if you stand up from the seat However if you stand from the seat at other positions the engin...

Page 19: ...ot to spill fuel If the fuel is spilled please wipe it clean For use on slopes please be aware that fuel even at or just below max fill level may spill out when placed at an angle 2 Check the fuel Fue...

Page 20: ...ght adjustment lever is all the way up in position The blade clutch lever is connected to the cutting height adjustment lever only when the cutting height adjustment lever is all the way in the up pos...

Page 21: ...ure warning light During the engine rotation the light will turn red when the pressure of the engine oil is dangerously reduced If the light turns on while driving please take the following actions 1...

Page 22: ...how to start the engine 2 Put the throttle lever down to the HIGH position and raise the rotation of the engine 3 Turn the auxiliary shift lever securely to the LOW or HIGH position Operate the auxili...

Page 23: ...on a flat area while the differential lock lever is on it may drag the inner tire during turning increase the turn rotation decrease air pressure in the tire and cause strain on many parts These fact...

Page 24: ...voidable choose a location that has adequate lighting If it is hard to see the position between the ramp and the tire there is a danger of falling Turn off the truck s engine pull the emergency brake...

Page 25: ...y may get caught up in a rotating blade and this may cause serious injury After turning off the engine and making sure that the rotation of the blade has stopped remove any grass or foreign material w...

Page 26: ...the alignment lever on the scale display Refer to Working of each part page 14 5 Slowly turn the blade clutch lever to the ON position Please note that the blade rotates at a high speed Please operate...

Page 27: ...If the machine stalls out frequently because of the amount of grass slow down the speed or raise the cutting height and cut several times When working on a gentle slope make sure that the engine plug...

Page 28: ...ment or lubrication of oiled parts place the machine on a flat open surface Switch on the engine and warm it up to confirm it is working properly Then switch off the engine allow it to cool down and r...

Page 29: ...tion 1 Prepare a suitable container for discarded oil After loosening the oil inlet plug remove the drain plug from the rear left side of the engine with the tool M17 The oil can be discharged smoothl...

Page 30: ...il through the oil inlet After checking the oil level with the oil gauge please tighten the oil filter plug Refer to How to start the engine page18 5 After operating the engine at low speed for about...

Page 31: ...removing air bubbles If the air bubbles remain in the HST unit the machine will vibrate and will not move smoothly Repeat this step until the machine moves smoothly 6 The HST oil level may change aft...

Page 32: ...move the foam and paper elements Be careful not to put dust or debris into the carburetor 3 Wash the foam element with a pH neutral detergent After washing be sure to squeeze out all the water and all...

Page 33: ...0 7 0 8 mm The equipped engine is the V type 2 cylinder Check and change the two plugs at the same time Do not clean or replace only one plug as this causes engine trouble Tighten by hand first and th...

Page 34: ...ase keep the cover and the key fastener in place as they are removed only for cleaning For opening the zipper please refer to the following How to adjust each belt wires and rods When releasing air it...

Page 35: ...t and the blade belt Replacement of these belts requires special tools and techniques charges apply Adjustment of the running belt Running belt should always be taut If the running belt slips while dr...

Page 36: ...tion Make sure that the machine doesn t move when you push it back and forth or does not move on a slope while the auxiliary shift lever is in the NEUTRAL position Adjustment of the parking brake 1 Th...

Page 37: ...position 2 Adjust by turning the turnbuckle which is connected the shift lever When tilting in the forward direction Turn the turnbuckle to A direction When tilting in the backward direction Turn the...

Page 38: ...oncrete or other hard surface Material stuck to the machine can freeze and cause damage If it is on a flat area without putting the parking brake in LOCK use wheel blocks to prevent the adhesion of th...

Page 39: ...he glass in the blade cover can be relatively easy to clean before the grass dries out At this time please cover the engine s electrical parts vaporizer air cleaner and muffler outlet to protect them...

Page 40: ...check with the dealer in advance to how much force or tightening the torque needs More frequent inspection of the blades is necessary if using the machine on areas Like blades the blade stay is a cons...

Page 41: ...ith a grinder apply water and avoid raising the temperature of the blade and polish gradually If the blade temperature is too high the blade will retain heat and wear down sooner Do not work in places...

Page 42: ...cal components and wiring In addition fast charging is not recommended Unless it is a quick charge in an emergency please follow the instructions for normal charging The process of removing the batter...

Page 43: ...hould start within 5 seconds if it does not start wait for more than 10 seconds and try it again If it still does not start the battery life may be low please check the starting circuit and battery Ba...

Page 44: ...1 1 0L 90 Brakes Equipped with drum brake Speed mph Forward LOW 0 4 3 HIGH 0 7 4 Reverse LOW 0 2 0 HIGH 0 3 3 Battery 12V 270CCA Engine Name Briggs Stratton Model Vanguard 358777 Exhaust Vol cc 627 En...

Page 45: ...Stay Mounting Bolt 0244 51600 2 13 Spring Washer 89 1750 140002 2 14 Battery 1 U1R 270CCA or greater 15 V Belt Driving 89 6123 003203 1 LB 32 SG1000 16 V Belt Cutting 89 6123 007802 1 LB 78 SG1000 17...

Page 46: ...sure Compressive pressure looks straight Engine base cracking or deformity loosening of nuts and bolts The engine base is not cracked or deformed and the nuts and bolts are not loose Engine Lubricatio...

Page 47: ...It is a smooth operation There is enough oil Gear Gearshift Operation condition There are no abnormalities when operating Loosening grinding noise The lever mounting position is correct Drive Tires W...

Page 48: ...you have a request for replacement parts after this period has passed please consult with OREC for availability and prices If you have any questions please talk to staff at the point of purchase or at...

Page 49: ...he warranty Degradation or deterioration of the product due to everyday use are excluded from the warranty Expendable components including but not limited to such as belts blades filters spark plugs b...

Page 50: ...hin 30 days of purchase at http www orecamerica com warranty Warranty Claim Procedure Should this Orec product fail due to a defect in materials and or workmanship the owner should use the following p...

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