OWN E R 'S M A NUA L
D ETH A T CHE R
MODEL:
DT-48 BH
Assembly
Installation
Operation
Repair Parts
For the latest product updates and setup tips:
Visit us on the web!
www.brinly.com
Important: This manual contains information for the safety of
persons and property. Read it carefully before assembly and
operation of the equipment!
L-1763-E
CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your Dethatcher! Your
Dethatcher has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give
you the best possible dependablility and performance.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions enables you to
assemble and maintain your dethatcher properly. And please, always
observe the "Safety" instructions.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY ...........................................................................2-3
PARTS REFERENCE ......................................................4
PARTS LIST......................................................................4
ASSEMBLY ......................................................................5-9
OPERATION.....................................................................10
SERVICE..........................................................................10
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT COMPATIBLIITY
For use with lawn tractors, garden tractors, ztr’s, and riding mowers.
See the safety section for towing vehicle requirements.
RECORD PURCHASE INFORMATION
Record your purchase information in the spaces provided below.
DATE OF PURCHASE:
________________
COMPANY NAME:
________________
COMPANY PHONE:
________________
SERIAL NUMBER:
________________
SAFETY LABELS
UNDERSTANDING THE MACHINE SAFETY LABELS
On your machine safety labels, the words DANGER, WARNING, and
CAUTION are used with this safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most
serious hazards.
The operator's manual also explains any potential safety hazards whenever
necessary in special safety messages that are identified with the word,
CAUTION, and the safety-alert symbol.
L-1763-E
2.
GENERAL NOTES (OPERATION)
C
aution should be taken when towing and/or using any attachment. This attachment combined with the weight distribution, turning
r
n
p
T
P
adius, and speed of towing vehicle can result in severe injury or death to operator, damage to towing vehicle, and/or attachment if
ot used properly. Follow all towing safety precautions noted in the towing vehicle owner’s manual, including the following
recautions:
• Ensure the combined weight of the towing vehicle (tow vehicle weight + operator weight) is greater than the maximum
towed weight of attachment (empty attachment weight + weight of load).
• Do not exceed maximum towing capacity of towing vehicle.
• Do not exceed the maximum drawbar pull rating of the towing vehicle. Drawbar pull is the horizontal force required to pull
the attachment (including weight of load).
• Only tow this product in the vehicle’s tow mode/speed setting or less than 5 mph. Do not exceed 5 mph.
• Towing speed should always be slow enough to maintain control. Travel slowly and use caution when traveling over
rough terrain. Avoid holes, rocks and roots.
• Slow down before you turn and do not turn sharply.
• Use wide turning angles to ens
• Do not use attachment on steep slopes. A heavy load could cause loss of control or overturn attachment and towing
vehicle. Additional weights may need to be added to your vehicle; check with towing vehicle manufacturer for
recommendations.
• Reduce towed weight when operating on slopes.
• Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual.
• If you start and stop suddenly on hills, you may lose steering control or the towing vehicle may tip. Do not start or stop
suddenly when going uphill or downhill. Avoid uphill starts.
• Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Turf conditions can affect vehicle stability. Use extreme caution while
operating near drop-offs.
• Do n
• Watch out for traffic when crossing near roadways.
• Use care when loading or unloading the vehicle into a trailer or truck.
• The attachment can obstruct the view to the rear. Use extra care when operating in reverse.
• When reversing, carefully back-up straight to avoid jackknifing. Do not allow towing vehicle wheels to contact attachment
draw bar. Damage could result.
• Stop on level ground, disengage drives, set the parking brake, and shut off engine before leaving the operator’s position
for any reason including emptying the attachment.
• Use this attachment for intended purpose only.
• This attachment is intended for use in lawn care and home applications. Do not tow behind a vehicle on a highway or in
any high speed applicat
• Do not tow this product behind a motor vehicle such as a car or truck.
• Always wear substantial footwear. Do not wear loose fitting clothing that can get caught in moving parts.
• Keep your eyes and mind on your towing vehicle, attachment and area being covered. Do not let other interests distract
you.
• Stay alert for
• Keep the towing vehicle and attachment in good operating condition and keep safety devices in place.
• The towing vehicle and attachment should be stopped and inspected for damage after striking a foreign object. Any
damage should be repaired before restarting and operating the equipment.
• Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fi
Replace all worn or damaged safety and instruction decals. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight.
• Do not modify the attachment or safety devices. Unauthorized modifications to the towing vehicle or attachment may
impair its function, safety and void the warranty.
SAFETY
ure the attachment follows the path of the towing vehicle.
Do not make sudden changes in speed, directions, or turning.
ot drive close to creeks, ditches and public highways.
ions. Do not tow at speeds higher than the maximum recommended towing speed.
holes and other hidden hazards in the terrain
x damaged parts immediately. Replace worn or broken parts.
OWING VEHICLE AND TOWING SAFELY
• Know your towing vehicle controls and how to stop safely. READ YOUR TOWING VEHICLE OWNER’S MANUAL before
operating.
• Check the towing vehicle brake action before you operate. Adjust or service brakes as necessary.
• Stopping distance increases with speed and weight of towed load. Travel slowly and allow extra time and distance to
stop.
• Use only approved hitc
connect this attachment except at the approved hitch point.
• Follow the tow vehicle manufacture’s recommendations for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. Use
counterweights or wheel weights as described in the towing vehicle operator’s manual.
• Do not shift to neutral and coast do
• Do not allow children to operate the towing vehicle. Do not allow adults to operate the towing vehicle without proper
instruction or without having read the owner’s manual.
ROTECT THOSE AROUND YOU
• Before you operate any feature of this attachment or towing vehicle, observe your surroundings and look for bystanders.
• Keep children, bystanders and pets at a safe distance away while operating this or any attachment.
• Use care when reversing. Before you back up, look carefully behind for bystanders.
hes. Tow this attachment only with a towing vehicle that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not
wnhill.
L-1763-E 3.
Exploded View
Tools Required for Assembly:
* 1/2" wrench (2)
* Medium Size Adjustable Wrenches
or
* Adjustable Wrench and set of open wrenches
* Pair of pliers
23
20
18
14
21
19
13 6
22
18
17
2
23
16
Parts List
REF. NO.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
8
11
PART NO.
DT-48
B-5925
B-3861
D-146P
R-616
R-618
R-713-10
R-1541
R-2479-10
R-889-10
R-890-10
R-891
R-892-10
R-1455-10
R-1456-10
R-1504
1M1648P
10M1032P
11M1016P
30M1000P
30M1600P
40M1000P
45M1111P
45M1717P
21
19
15
DESCRIPTION
Logo Decal
Drawbar Pin
Hairpin Cotter, 1/8"
Tine
Special Washer
Tray Mount Bracket
Warning Decal
Wheel Mount Bracket
End Plate (R.H.)
End Plate (L.H.)
Wheel
Clevis
Pull Bar
Tine Tray
Safety Wire
Hex Head Bolt, 1/2" x 3"
Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 2"
Carriage Bolt, 5/16" x 1"
Hex Nut, 5/16"
Hex Nut, 1/2"
Lock Washer, 5/16"
Flat Washer, 5/16"
Flat Washer, 1/2"
5
19
18
18
9
21
QTY.
1
1
1
12
12
2
1
2
1
1
2
2
2
1
2
2
2
28
30
4
30
4
4
1
12
21
19
3
4
INSTALLATION
QUESTIONS?
MISSING PARTS?
REPLACEMENT PARTS?
DON’T GO BACK
TO THE STORE!
STOP
Please call our Customer Service
Department Toll-Free at
877.728.8224
www.customerservice
To Order Parts Call:
877-728-8224
Visit us on the web:
www.brinly.com
or
@brinly.com
L-1763-E
4.
Loading...