Brinly LVS-33 BH User Manual

O W N E R ' S M A N U A L

		LVS-33BH PolyVAC System fits the following
	PolyVAC SystemTM	mower deck sizes of current tractor models:
		• John Deere 42'', 48'' & 54'' • MTD 38'', 42'' & 46''
	MODEL:
	LVS-33 BH	• John Deere ''X'' Series - 42'', 48'' , 54'' & 62''
	LVS-33 BHK	• Murray 40'', 42'' & 46''	• Troy-Bilt 42'', 42''
		• Craftsman 42'', 46",48'' & 50''	• Bolens 38'' & 42''
		• Cub Cadet 38'', 42'' 44''50"	• Stanley 42'' & 46''
	Assembly	• Husqvarna 46'', 48" &54"
	Installation
	Operation
	Repair Parts
	For use with
	Lawn/Garden Tractors

NOT recommended for zero turn Radius (ZTR) mowers.

Congratulations on your purchase! Your Lawn-Vac will require significant assembly time. Depending on your skills; you should plan on 4 to 8 hours for assembly. Please call us at 877-728-8224 if you have questions regarding the assembly or operation of your Lawn-Vac.

Note: Warranty registration required! Please make sure you send in the warranty card with required information and record the serial numbers below.

Serial Number:

Engine Number:

For the latest product updates and setup tips:

Visit us on the web!

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Important: This manual contains information for the safety of
persons and property. Read it carefully before assembly and
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CONGRATULATIONS on your new Brinly-Hardy Lawn Vac System! Your Lawn Vac has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependablility and performance.

Should you experience any problem you can not easily remedy, please do not hesitate to contact our knowledgable customer service department toll-free at 1-877-728-8224.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Please read and retain this manual. Familiarize yourself with the entire manual before begining and verify that all hardware is present. And please, always observe the "Safety Rules". Read and Observe the "Safety Rules".

Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring-for and using your Brinly-Hardy Lawn Vac System.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES...................................	2
SAFETY............................................................................	2
HARDWARE.....................................................................	3-4
PARTS LIST............... ......................................................	4-10
ASSEMBLY ......................................................................	11-23
TRACTOR PREPARATION..............................................	24-26
OPERATION & USE.........................................................	27
CONVERSION TO GARDEN CART.................................	28
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE..........................................	29
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE........................................	30

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

Know controls and how to stop quickly, READ THE TRACTOR OWNER'S MANUAL.

Do not allow children to operate the vehicle, do not allow adults to operate without proper instruction or without having read the owner's manual.

Do not carry passengers. Keep children and pets a safe distance away.

Keep your eyes and mind on your tractor/attachment and area being covered. Do not let other interests distract you.

Do not drive close to creeks, ditches and public highways.

Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.

Keep the vehicle and attachment in good operating condition and keep safety devices in place.

Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

The vehicle and attachment should be stopped and inspected for damage after striking a foreign object. The damage should be repaired before restarting and operating the equipment.

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See tractor equipment owner's manual for safe operation of the equipment.

STOP ENGINE when servicing, cleaning, or installing the hose or chute.

NEVER operate the blower without chutes and hoses securely in place.

NEVER operate the engine unless it is firmly attached to the Lawn Vac chassis.

NEVER open canopy unless blower engine is stopped. ALWAYS wear protective eyewear.

DO NOT STAND behind cart in the exhaust discharge area when blower engine is running!

ALWAYS keep shields, guards, and hoses securely attached.

NEVER attempt to clear a clog with the engine running.

BURNS can be caused by hot exhaust.

FIRES can be started by build-up of debris and dirt on the engine and surrounding areas. Keep your unit clean.

NEVER fill the gas tank with the engine running. Allow time for cooling before refueling.

Never operate the mower unless the grass deflector or the deck adapter and hose provided with your Lawn Vac are in place.

Do not carry passengers. Keep children and pets a safe distance away.

Always wear substantial footwear. Do not wear loose fitting clothing that can get caught in moving parts.

Do not exceed 4 mph. Not for highway use.

Stay off steep slopes and grades.

Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.

Do not load cart with more than 650 pounds.

Do not allow others near the equipment when operating equipment.

Heavy loads will affect vehicle braking and stability. Consult your tractor owner’s manual.

Due to the extended wheelbase of the Lawn Vac, turning will require more area than normal conditions.

!safety precautions throughout this manual. It means - ATTENTION!

BECOME ALERT! Your safety is involved.This symbol will help to point out important

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY:

*1/2” wrench (2),

*5/16" Wrench

*7/16" wrench (2)

*9/16" wrench (2), * Marker

*3/4" wrench (2)

* Pliers, * Scissors, * Pencils

*Flat Head Screwdriver

*Jig Saw or Key Hole Saw

*Drill, * 1/4", 11/32" Drill Bit

THE FOLLOWING TOOLS WILL SPEED ASSEMBLY:

*Rachet with 8" extention

*5/16" ; 7/16" ; 1/2" ; 9/16" Sockets

TOOLS FOR SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE:

*Torque wrench 0-45 Ft.-lbs.

*1/8" Allen Wrench

*Tire Pressure Gauge

*1/2" Socket with 8" extension

!TURN TO PAGE 26 FOR REQUIRED BREAK IN AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.

Your polyVAC system engine is shipped without oil or gasoline.

STOP DO NOT attempt to start your

PolyVAC engine without servicing the engine for oil First.

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Parts Reference

Cart Parts List

REF.	LVS-33-BH	QTY.	LVS-33BHK	QTY.	DESCRIPTION
NO.	PART NO.		PART NO.
1.	B-3034-10	1	B-3034-10	1	Clevis
2.	B-4599-10	1			Axle Support
3.	B-6667-10	1	B-6667-10	1	Lock Bracket
4.	B-4261	1			Axle
5.	B-4304T	2			Wheel
6.	B-6603	1			Bed, Poly
7.	B-6645-10	1	B-6645-10	1	Towbar, Rea
8.	B-6659-10	1	B-6659-10	1	Towbar, Front
9.	B-8026-10	2	B-8026-10	2	Support, Longitudinal
10.	B-4377	1	B-4377	1	Cylinder, Gas
11.	B-6668-10	1	B-6668-10	1	Handle, Bed Release
12.	B-6577-10	1	B-6577-10	1	Bracket, Gas Spring
13.	20M1016P	11	20M1016P	3	Machine Screw, 5/16” x 1”
15.	2M1012P	4	2M1012P	4	Hex Bolt, 5/16” x 3/4”
16.	30M1000P	11	30M1000P	3	Hex Nut, 5/16”-18
17.	B-4378	2	B-4378	2	Stud Ball
18.	40M1000P	11	40M1000P	3	Lock Washer, Med. 5/16”
19.	2M1064P	1	2M1064P	1	Hex Bolt, 5/16” x 4”
20.	45M1111P	15	45M1111P	7	Flat Washer, 5/16”
21.	B-1675P	1	B-1675P	1	Lock Nut, 3/8”-16
22.	B-3861	1	B-3861	1	Hitch Pin, 1/2” x 2-1/2”
23.	B-4305	2	B-4305	2	Retainer Ring, 3/4” E-Type
24.	B-1674P	7	B-1674P	7	Lock Nut, 5/16” 7
25.	B-5606	4	B-5606	4	Machine Bushing, 3/4”
26.	2M1616P	1	2M1616P	1	Hex Bolt, 1/2“ x 1”
27.	2M1256P	1	2M1256P	1	Hex Bolt, 3/8” x 3-1/2”
28.	B-1677P	1	B-1677P	1	Hex Nut, 1/2”
29.	B-6300	1	B-6300	1	Latch Spring
31.	D-146P	1	D-146P	1	Hairpin Cotter, 1/8”
32.	B-6492-C	1	B-6492-C	1	Decal, Caution
60.	B-7255-10	1	B-7255-10	1	Support Plate

INST

ALLA

TION

QUESTIONS?

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MISSING

PARTS?

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REPLACEMENT

PARTS?

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Please call our Customer Service

Department Toll-Free at

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or customerservice

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Parts Reference

Canopy Parts List																	To Order Parts Call:
					877-728-8224
REF.	PART NO.		DESCRIPTION	QTY.
NO.																	Visit us on the web:
																	www.brinly.com
33	2M1032P		Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 2"	2
34	B-4785		1/4" Nylon Lock Nut	4
35	2M0824P		1/4" x 1-1/2", Hex Head Bolt	4
36	L-1771		Instructions	1
37	30M1000P		5/16", Hex Nut	2
38	B-6792-10		Front Bracket	1
															INST			ALLA				TION
40	B-4355		5/16" Whiz Lock Nut	8
																	QUESTIONS?
41	11M0824P		Carriage Bolt, 1/4" x 1-1/2"	2
42	2M1024P		Hex Bolt, 5/16" x 1-1/2"	4
														MISSING							PARTS?
43	B-6456		5/16" x 1-1/2", Eye Bolt	2
44	B-4786		Nylon Lock Nut, 5/16"	1					REPLACEMENT														PARTS?
45	B-6492-A		Warning Label	6
46	B-6793-10		Side Bracket	1
47	B-6796-10		Top Tube	1
48	B-6794-10		End Tube	2
49	B-6798-10		Handle	2
50	B-6799		Rod, Threaded	1
51	B-6800		Canopy	1
52	B-6903-01		Clip, Canopy Retainer	1
53	B-6492-B		Warning Label	8
						Please call our Customer Service
54	B-4666		Quick Link	1
55	B-6921		Spacer, 1/8"	1					Department											Toll-Free at
56	45M1111P		5/16", Flat Washer	2											877.728.8224
57	B-1674P		5/16", Lock Nut	4															or
58	2M1040P		5/16" x 2-1/2", Hex Bolt	2								customerservice
59	45M0909P		1/4”Flat Washer	8
																@brinly.com

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Parts Reference

																	To Order Parts Call:
Engine Parts List				877-728-8224
REF.	PART NO.	DESCRIPTION	QTY.														Visit us on the web:
NO.																	www.brinly.com
67	11M0812P	1/4" x 3/4", Carriage Bolt	10
68	11M0816P	1/4" x 1", Carriage Bolt	1
69	2M1024P	5/16" x 1-1/2", Hex Head Bolt	4
70	30M0800P	1/4" Hex Nut	1
71	45M0909P	1/4" Flat Washer	13
72	45M1111P	5/16" Flat Washer	4											INST				ALLA							TION
																	QUESTIONS?
73	B-4785	1/4" Nylon Lock Nut	13
74	B-4786	5/16" Nylon Lock Nut	4
													MISSING											PARTS?
75	B-6890-15	Impeller Assembly	1
								REPLACEMENT																		PARTS?
76	B-6367-10	Blower Housing Plate	1
78	B-7113	Engine	1
79	B-6469	5/16" x 3/4" Hex Fl. Screw	4
80	1008391	Blower Housing Assembly	1
81	B-6492-D	Warning Label	1
82	B-6478-10	Upper Chute Bracket	1
83	1007295-10	Blower Band, Painted	1
84	B-7129	3/8-24" x 1-1/4", Hex Fl. Screw	1
85	B-6697	Spring Washer	1
					Please call our Customer Service
86	B-6467	Upper Chute	1
									Department													Toll-Free at
87	B-6492-G, E	Warning Label	1
															877.728.8224
88	B-6476-01	Hose Support Rod	1
																				or
90	B-6457	Cable Assembly	1
											customerservice
	10M0828P
91		1/4" x 1-3/4" Carriage Bolt	3
																@brinly.com
92	B-7131-01	3/8” Thick-Washer	1

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Parts Reference

Hose Parts List

REF.	PART NO.	DESCRIPTION	QTY.
NO.
93	B-6463	Mower Deck Housing	1
94	B-6465	Hose	1
95	B-6492-F	Warning Label	1
96	B-6464-10	Mower Deck Bracket (Large)	1
97	B-6479	Hose Clamp 8"	2
98	B-6480	Bunji Cord 36"	1
99	B-6504	Mower Deck Bracket (Small)	1
101	10M1040P	5/16" x 2-1/2", Carriage Bolt	2
102	11M0816P	1/4" x 1" Carriage Bolt	2
103	11M1016P	5/16" x 1", Carriage Bolt	5
104	2M1016P	5/16" x 1", Hex Bolt	3
105	45M0909P	1/4" Flat Washer	6
106	45M1111P	5/16" Flat Washer	3
107	B-4355	5/16" Whiz Lock Nut	6
108	B-4785	1/4" Nylon Lock Nut	2
109	B-4786	5/16" Nylon Lock Nut	6
110	R-618	Special Washer	6
111	45M2121P	5/8" Flat Washer	1

To Order Parts Call: 877-728-8224

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INSTALLATION

QUESTIONS?

MISSING PARTS?

REPLACEMENT PARTS?

Please call our Customer Service Department Toll-Free at

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or customerservice

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