36BB, 36BDB
BRUSH BEAST
1
Rev: Mar2011
BRUSH BEAST
Brush Mower
Safety Information
BRUSH BEAST brush mowers are designed to give
safe and dependable service if operated according
to instructions. Read and understand this owner’s
manual before operating your brush mower.
Emission Control System Information
The U.S. and California Clean Air Acts
EPA and California regulations require all
manufacturers to furnish written instructions
describing the operation and maintenance of
emission control systems. The following instructions
and procedures must be followed in order to keep
the emissions from your engine within the emission
standards.
Safety Label Locations
Safety labels are located on your mower to warn
you of potential hazards. Read them carefully. If a
label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact
GXi Parts & Service, LLC for a replacement.
Operator Responsibility
Be sure that anyone who operates the brush mower
receives proper instruction. The operator must know
how to stop the brush mower quickly in case of
emergency, and understand the use of all controls,
output receptacles and connections. Children
should not operate the brush mower without
parental supervision.
Safety Information and Warnings
Mower Inspection
For your safety, inspect the mower before each use.
Before you begin your inspection, be sure the following
conditions are met: the brush mower should be on a flat
and level surface, with the ignition switch off, the key
removed, and the blades disengaged. Also, disconnect
the spark plug wires from the spark plugs and ground
them against the engine to prevent inadvertent starting.
WARNING
WARNING! Do not use your BRUSH BEAST mower to
carry passengers. Keep bystanders, helpers, children
and pets at a safe distance from the machine while it is
in operation since rotating blades can throw rocks and
other items, causing serious injury. Check the area
before you begin mowing for stones, sticks, wire, and
other foreign objects. These objects may become
projectiles when struck by the mower.
WARNING! Wear protective clothing while mowing.
Long pants and safety glasses help reduce the risk of
injury from thrown objects. Adequate footwear, such as
steel toe shoes with aggressive soles, is recommended
to help protect your feet and maintain traction on slopes
or uneven grounds. Always wear hearing protection.
WARNING
1. Walk around the mower and look for any fluid
spills or leaks on or underneath the mower.
Remove any and all excessive debris, dirt, and
fluids.
2. Look for signs of damage or excessive wear.
Check the tightness of all nuts, bolts, pins and
screws. Tighten any that may be loose and
replace any that are missing.
3. Be sure the safety interlock controls are
operating properly so that the engine cannot be
started unless the ground speed control lever is
in neutral and the blades are disengaged.
4. Check the mower blades for any damage or
abnormal wear. Replace in sets so that they are
balanced.
5. Check for blade freedom. Each blade should
pivot 360˚ around the pivot bolts. If blades are
stuck, the blades should be freed before
operating the brush mower.
6. Inspect all rubber guarding for excessive wear.
Before operating the mower, replace any
guarding that is damaged or missing.
7. Check the tire pressure on both tires. Do not
exceed the recommended 24 PSI maximum.
8. Check the belts for proper wear and correct
tension. See pages 16 for instructions.
9. Check engine oil and air filters as recommended
in the engine manufacturer’s manual.
DANGER: GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND
EXPLOSIVE. Do not add fuel while the engine is
running 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 ENGINE. Manually push the mower
away from the spill and wipe up immediately.
WARNING
