Brown Products B565H, B580H, B590H, B765H, B780H User Manual

BEDEDGER BANTAM
B565H
B580H
B590H
BANTAM MOLE
B765H
B780H
B790H

12/2009

BedEdger Bantam/Bantam Mole Manual

INTRODUCTION

You are now the owner of a Brown TRENCHMASTER®.
The term TRENCHMASTER® is used throughout this
manual to include the following products: B565H, B580H
and B590H BedEdger Bantam, and the B765H, B780H,
B790H Bantam Mole. The TRENCHMASTERS® are very
versatile trenchers which, when properly equipped, will
trench in almost any soil condition. The
TRENCHMASTER® is an inexpensive alternative to the
much heavier, more bulky and less maneuverable
trenchers on the market.

This TRENCHMASTER® is manufactured by Brown
Products, Inc. which has been developing and producing
quality farm equipment, right-of-way maintenance
equipment, and outdoor power equipment since 1943.
Brown Products is proud of the reputation it has earned
for quality products and customer service.

If you have any questions or problems with your
TRENCHMASTER®, please contact your dealer or
distributor. If they cannot answer your questions or
solve your problem, feel free to call.

376 County Road 563 • Midland City, AL 36350

[phone] • Fax: [phone]

http://www.brownproducts.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty……………………………………………………………..4

Supplemental Warranty……………………………………...5

Owner Registration………………………………………….….7

Safety………………………………………………………………….9

Assembly Instructions…………………………………………11

Operating Instructions………………………………………..12

Scheduled Maintenance……………………………………..14

Troubleshooting…………………………………………..…….15

Parts Lists & Drawings:

BedEdger Bantam……..…………………….……16

Bantam Mole Kits ……………………….……....18

Bantam Mole……..……………….……..………..20

Installation & Operation Instructions:

Bantam Mole………..………………………..…….22

Bantam Mole Kit……………….……………….…22

WARRANTY STATEMENT

STATEMENT OF POLICY

In accordance with our established policy of constant improvement, we reserve the right to amend these specifications at
any time without notice.
ENGINE WARRANTY
Warranty of all engines and engine parts is the sole responsibility of the particular engine manufacturer. See engine
warranty in the engine manual. Engine problems must be checked and approved for warranty by an authorized engine

manufacturer’s service center. Brown Products, Inc. is not an authorized service center for any engine manufacturer and

accepts no responsibility for engine warranties, either express or implied.

WARRANTY BY MANUFACTURER

Dealer/distributor understands and agrees that the manufacturer extends only the following warranty to its customers. In
the event dealer/distributor extends any additional warranty such as enlarging the scope or period of warranty or
undertaking a warranty of fitness for any particular purpose or obligation not encompassed in manufacturer’s warranty,
dealer/distributor shall be solely responsible therefore and shall have no recourse against manufacturer with respect
thereto.

WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY

Brown Products, Inc. hereby warrants that Brown’s TRENCHMASTER® products will be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use according to the provisions and limitations herein set forth. All parts, specifically

EXCLUDING expendable “wear” parts, that become unserviceable within one year (12 months) from date of purchase, shall
be repaired or replaced at Brown’s option – at no cost to purchaser.

LIMITATIONS
The obligation of Brown for breach of warrant shall be limited to products manufactured by Brown (1) that are installed,

operated and maintained according to Brown’s instruction furnished and/or available to the purchaser upon request, (2)

that are installed according to all other applicable Federal, State and local codes or regulations, and (3) that the purchaser
substantiates were defective in material and workmanship notwithstanding that they were properly installed and correctly
maintained as set forth and were not abused or misused. The obligation of Brown shall be limited to replacing or repairing
the defective product, at the option of Brown. Brown shall not be responsible for any labor or cost of removal or re­installment of its products and shall not be liable for transportation costs to and from its plant in Midland City, Alabama.
Use of parts for modification or repair of TRENCHMASTERS® or any component part thereof not authorized or
manufactured by Brown specifically for the TRENCHMASTERS® shall void this warranty. This warranty shall not apply to
any damage to or defect in TRENCHMASTERS® that is directly or indirectly caused by (1) FORCE MAJEURE, Act of God or
other accident not related to an inherent product defect, of (2) abuse, misuse or neglect of the TRENCHMASTER®,
including any damage caused by improper assembly, installation, service maintenance or faulty instruction of the
purchaser. Other than as expressly set forth hereinabove, Brown makes no other warranty, express or implied, with
respect to the TRENCHMASTER®, including but not limited to any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose. And in no event shall Brown be responsibility for any incidental or consequential damages of any nature suffered
by purchaser or any other person or entity caused in whole or in part by the TRENCHMASTER®. Any person or entity to
whom this warranty extends and who claims breach of warranty against Brown must bring suit thereon within one year
from the date of occurrence of such breach of warranty or be forever barred from any and all legal or other remedies for
such breach of warranty. Brown is not responsible for and hereby disclaims any undertaking, representation or warranty
made by any dealer, distributor or other person that is inconsistent with or in any way more expansive that the provisions
of this limited warranty. This warranty grants specific legal rights and shall be read in conformity with applicable state law.
In some jurisdictions, the applicable law mandates warranty provisions that provide greater rights than those proved for
herein. In such case, this limited warranty shall be read to include such mandates provisions; and any provision herein that
is prohibited or unenforceable in any such jurisdiction shall, as to such jurisdiction, be ineffective to the extent of such
prohibition or unenforceability without invalidating the remaining provisions and without affecting the validity or
enforceability of such provisions in any other jurisdiction(s).

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SUPPLEMENTAL WARRANTY STATEMENT

B565H, B580H & B590H BEDEDGER BANTAM

B765H, B780H & B790H BANTAM MOLE

Operating the BedEdger Bantam with an unbalanced rotor

creates destructive vibrations and operations should cease
immediately if this occurs. Determine what is causing the
unbalanced issue and correct by removing debris buildup
on the rotor or replace with a new balanced rotor. One

missing rotor tooth will be cause for changing the rotor.

Use of any part not manufactured by Brown Products, Inc.

will void all warrantees. The use of a re-manufactured

rotor will also void the warranty.

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376 County Road 563 Midland City, AL 36350

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

http://www.brownproducts.com

For additional information and inquiries, please contact:

TrenchMaster® Owner’s Warranty Card

Name ___________________________________ Model ________________________________

Address _________________________________ Serial Number _________________________

City/State _______________________________ Date Purchased ________________________

Phone __________________________________ TrenchMaster® Dealer ___________________

E-Mail __________________________________

IMPORTANT: TO PLACE THE BROWN WARRANTY INTO EFFECT, THIS
WARRANTY CARD MUST BE COMPLETED AND MAILED WITHIN 30
DAYS AFTER RECEIVING THIS EQUIPMENT.

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WARNING

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known, in certain
quantities, to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

DO NOT assemble TRENCHMASTER® before reading assembly instructions.

DO NOT start TRENCHMASTER® before reading operating instructions.

DO NOT modify TRENCHMASTER® in any way.

DO NOT operate without all shields in place.

DO NOT operate without eye protection. Goggles are provided with each TRENCHMASTER®.

DO NOT lift trencher off the ground until engine is switched off and rotor has stopped.

DO NOT drop the TRENCHMASTER® to the ground from truck tailgate or bed of trailer.

DO NOT operate unless safety area is clear of people, animals, vehicles, and glassed areas that may
be damaged by possible projectiles. (See Soil & Debris Exhaust chart showing area of possible
projectiles, pg 10.)

DO NOT begin operation until all underground pipes, electrical and communications lines and
sprinkler lines have been located and marked. The utility companies will be glad to provide
information on their facilities. A ruptured gas line or cut electrical cable may cause injury or death.

DO NOT place hands or feet near belts or rotor mechanisms while engine is running.

DO NOT operate TRENCHMASTER® without wearing proper shoes (high top leather shoes or boots
are recommended).

DO NOT allow bystanders or spectators to be within 50 feet of TRENCHMASTER® while engine is
running. (See Soil & Debris Exhaust chart showing areas of possible projectiles, pg 10.)

DO NOT operate TRENCHMASTER® until all surface obstructions have been cleared from area. All
rocks and debris should be removed from area.

DO NOT disconnect oil alert on engines. To do so may void your engine warranty.

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TRENCHMASTER®

SOIL & DEBRIS EXHAUST CHART

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Brown BedEdger Bantam™

1. Install Handlebar using the four 5/16” X 1” carriage bolts located in hardware bag.

2. Remove zip tie on right side of handlebar holding clevis end of clutch cable, leaving the two zip ties on

the left side of the handlebar securing the clutch cable.

3. Remove the dust cap and first nut on the clevis end bulk head fitting.

4. On Models B565H and B765H only, insert clutch cable conduit bulk head fitting into slotted hole of

cable bracket that is welded to the left side of the frame and reinstall nut so that there is an equal
amount of threads of the bulk head fitting on each side of the mounting bracket. On Models B580H,
B590H, B780H, and B790H, insert the cable conduit bulkhead fitting into the slotted hole of Bracket
(Part # 470-260, Item # 44) that is bolted to the bracket that is welded to the left side of frame.

5. Attach cable clevis to idler arm (Part # 991-05, Item # 9) and install cotter pin in clevis pin.

6. With the clutch lever (Part # 450-259, Item # 3) in the released position, adjust the clevis end conduit

bulk head fitting until the belt idler pulley (Part # 12-22-2A, Item # 10) is approximately 1/8”-3/16”
above the drive belts.

7. Now engage the clutch lever and hold. Then release the clutch lever and recheck the distance

between the idler pulley and drive belts. Readjust the bulk head fitting, if needed, to attain 1/8”-3/16”
distance between idler pulley and drive belts.

8. Assure the bulkhead nuts are tight and replace dust cap.

9. Due to belt stretch, after one hour of operation, recheck idler pulley to belt distance. If distance is

greater than 3/16”, adjust bulk head fitting until 1/8”-3/16” is attained.

10. As belts wear and stretch, after many hours of operation, the top bulk head fitting can be adjusted in

order to maintain proper idler pulley to belt distance.

11. With clutch lever engaged, assure that the lever is parallel to handlebar (bend if needed) and releases

properly and does not drag or hang up on the handlebar tube. If lever does drag or hang up, use a
screwdriver to open up the right side flange of the lever that is hanging up. Operate the clutch lever
several times to assure that it returns to neutral position quickly when released.

12. On all Bantam Mole models (R795H, R780H, & R790H) install the wire spool brackets (Part #480-257)

and the spool holder (Part #480-009).

13. Add gasoline and oil before operating your Bantam.

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BEFORE STARTING ENGINE

1. Check machine.
a. Read and be familiar with equipment operating instructions.
b. Be sure you have the proper rotor for trench size and soil conditions.
c. Check rotor retaining nut for tightness.
d. Be sure belts and pulleys are properly aligned and adjusted.
e. Check hood mounting bolts and nuts for tightness.
f. Check set screws in pulleys and lock collars for tightness.
g. Check all other nuts and bolts for tightness.
h. Check Clutch Cable tension. Tension is adjusted using the turnbuckle so that the clutch

spring stretches approximately ¾” to 1” when clutch in engaged.

2. Check machine

CAUTION: NEW ENGINES SHIPPED WITH MACHINES ARE NOT SERVICED. ADD OIL

TO CRANKCASE BEFORE STARTING.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Brown BedEdger Bantam™

WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain

conditions. Always stop the engine and do not refill tank while you are smoking or near
open flame or sparks.

WARNING: Never start or run the engine while in an area where fumes may

collect. Carbon Monoxide from the exhaust is an odorless and deadly gas which must
have adequate space or ventilation to allow rapid dispersal.

a. Be familiar with manufacturer’s operating and safety instructions for engine.
b. Check oil level with dipstick and add if necessary. Do not overfill.
c. Check air filter and clean if necessary. Clean frequently if operating in dusty conditions.
d. Use only clean fuel. Unleaded fuel is recommended in all engines.
e. Be sure muffler and exhaust deflector are installed, are in proper position, and are in

good operating condition. (Deflector should exhaust to the left, away from the air
intake.)

3. Start engine
a. Be sure clutch lever is in disengaged position and no tension is on drive belts.
b. Turn ignition switch to “ON” position.
c. Turn fuel on.
d. Close choke if engine is cold.
e. Pull start cord rapidly.

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Starting Engine Continued

f. When engine starts, gradually open choke and let engine warm up at about ¼ speed.

WARNING: Do not operate machine without rotor hood installed and secure.

WARNING: Do not operate the machine within a 50’ radius of people, animals,

automobiles or glassed areas which might be damaged by projectiles.

WARNING: Operator must wear eye protection when operating the

TRENCHMASTER®.

WARNING: Operator must locate and stay clear of all underground gas, electric,

water and communications lines before starting trenching operation.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

4. Operations
a. To start trenching, set throttle full open. Before engaging the clutch lever, the handle

must be pushed toward the ground enough to allow the rotor to turn without hitting the
ground. Engage clutch and when rotor attains operating speed, the handle should be
raised slowly so that the rotor engages the ground and gradually digs to trench depth.

b. When trench depth is achieved, the operator should pull the machine to the rear at

such a speed that the trencher will dig without overloading the engine.

WARNING: Starting the trench is the most critical time for dangerous flying

projectiles. Be especially cautious by policing the area for rocks or other possible
projectiles and ensure the area is completely clear of people, animals, vehicles, etc.
that may be damaged by projectiles.

c. When trenching, if trencher strikes an underground object, stop immediately to

determine what the object is. Investigation should be done visually since touching an
exposed electric wire could be fatal.

d. When trencher strikes a rock, either the trench or rock should be moved.
e. When digging in extremely hard clay or other difficult soils, it may sometimes be

necessary to use an oscillating action by applying and releasing pressure on handlebar,
front to rear, alternately.

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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE

Good maintenance practices are critical if you are to enjoy trouble free operation and long life from
your Brown TRENCHMASTER®. Most required maintenance procedures are shown in this section.
However, other common sense maintenance practices such as cleanliness and storage must be
followed.

1. See Manufacturers operating and maintenance instructions for engine maintenance procedures.

2. Check all bolts and nuts for tightness before operation and periodically thereafter.

3. Check all set screws in belt pulleys and bearing lock collars before operation and periodically

thereafter. If set screws are vibrating loose, Locktite’s Threadlocker #242 should be applied to
the threads and the set screw retightened.

4. Check drive belts for proper tension before operation. Adjust if necessary. Adjust belt tension

using the turnbuckle to ensure the spring stretches approximately ¾” to 1”. Keep belt free of dirt
and grease at all times.

5. Rotor points must be checked for wear before operation and periodically thereafter. Check at

least every 200 feet initially. When working in difficult soil conditions, they should be checked
more often. In good soil conditions, they may be checked less often but never less than each 500
feet of trenching.

6. Check rotor bearings for wear every 2000 feet. This is done by lifting the front of the machine off

the ground so that the rotor may be turned by hand. Then grasp the end of the rotor firmly and

try to move it from side to side. If there is more than ¼” movement from side to side, the

bearings must be replaced.

7. Check the idler pulley for wear before operation and replace if necessary.

8. Periodically check the idler arm for lateral movement. If the pivot bolt is badly worn, or the bolt

is loose, the idler arm may have enough lateral movement to cause the belts to come off the
pulley. The pivot belt should be tight enough to prevent lateral movement, but not so tight that
it restricts free pivoting of the idler arm.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Burning Belts Improper tension on belts Adjust belt tension using the turnbuckle on

the clutch cable. Spring should stretch

approximately ¾” to 1” when clutch lever is fully

engaged.

Pulleys not aligned Align pulleys

Pulleys worn excessively Replace pulleys

Pulleys broken or burrs on Replace pulleys
pulley

Wrong type belt Replace with Kevlar belts

Excessive Rotor bearings worn Replace bearings
vibration excessively

Rotor points broken or Replace points or rotor
missing

Rotor bent Replace rotor

Rotor striking Rotor too close to hood Loosen eccentric lock collars on spindle and
move rotor away from hood.
CAUTION: Use thread lock on all set screws
and tighten securely.

Rotor bent Replace rotor

Pulleys coming Pulley set screw not tight Remove set screws and apply thread lock to
off shaft set screws, then tighten very firmly.

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Bed Bantam Models B565H, B580H, & B590H

Parts List

Ref #

Part #

Description

# Req'd

1

470-022

Frame 1 2

470-024

Handlebar

1

3

450-259

Clutch Lever, Over Center

1

4

450-251

Bracket, Idler Arm

1

5

450-024

Stop, Belt, Engine Pulley--Model B565H Only

1

6

470-755

Flap, Dirt Deflector

1

7

450-752

Brush 1 8

450-503

Channel, Brush

1

9

991-05

Arm, Idler

1

10

12-22-2A

Pulley, Double Idler

1

11

991-06

Spring, Idler Arm Return

1

12

450-767

Belt, 31" Kevlar, Model B565H Only

2

12

470-754

Belt, Kevlar, Models B580H & B590H 1/2"X35"/A33K/4L350K

2

13

701-02-2

Pulley, Engine

1

14

HC58C80Z

Bolt, Front Axle, 1/2"-13 X 5 w/Nylok Nut

1

15

450-502

Spindle, Rotor w/ 2 Nuts

1

16

450-768

Pulley, Double, Rotor, 4.5" O.D.

1

17

450-758

Key, 3/16" x 3/16" x 3/4" Long, Rotor Pulley

1

18

450-751

Bearing, Rotor

2

19

450-004

Bearing, Spacer

1

20

450-765

Washer, 3/4" SAE Rotor Spindle (against each bearing)

2

20A

450-766

Flatwasher, 3/4" (against back of rotor)

1

21

No Part #

Engine, Honda--NOT SOLD SEPARATELY

1

22

991-08

Stop, Belt, Models B580H & B590H

1

23

701-25

Grip, Handle

2

24

470-752

Cable, Clutch

1

25

470-257

Deflector, Dirt, Rear

1

26

12-09

Pin, Clevis w/Cotter Pin

1

27

701-06A

Nut, 5/8" Nylon Lock

3

28

702-27B

Bearing, 5/8" Wheel (2 per wheel)

6

29

702-50C

Wheel, Pneumatic w/ 5/8" Bearing

3

30

470-026

Hood

1

31

470-011

Strap, Top, Hood Drape

1

32

470-021

Strap, Rear, Hood Drape

1

33

470-751

Drape, Hood

1

34

470-025

Front Wheel Mount

1

35

470-753

Pop Pin, Front Wheel Adjustment

1

36

450-756

Rivet, Hood Drape

12

37

450-757

Washer, Rivet Back-up

8

38

470-019

Rotor 1 38

450-100

Rotor, 4" ReDefining

Optional

39

450-507

Point, Rotor (2 1/4" straight)

N/A

39

12-85

Point, Rotor (3 1/2" straight)

N/A

40

470-008

Spacer, Left Rear Wheel

1

41

450-025

Stop, Belt, Rotor Pulley, --Model B565H Only

1

42

470-010

Brace, Hood, Rear

1

43

470-018

Brace, Hood, Front

1

44

470-260

Bracket, Cable, Handle Bar, Models B580H & B590H Only

1

45

470-756

Kit, Easy Fold Handle (Kit consist of 4 # 460-503 Star Knobs

1

N.S.

470-757

Decal, BedEdger Bantam.

2

N.S.

470-758

Washer, Rivet Back-up, 1/2" O.D.

4

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Parts List for Bantam Mole Kit # 480-249 To Convert

BedEdger Bantam Models B565H, B580H, & B590H

To a Low Voltage Bantam Mole

Ref #

Part #

Description

# Req'd

1

480-258

Deflector, Dirt, Rear

1

2

480-257

Bracket, Wire Spool Mount

2

3

480-009

Spool Holder

1

4

480-015

Tube, PEX, 1/2" I.D., Low Voltage Wire

1

5

480-251

Hood, Back Plate

1

6

460-504

Clip, 12 mm, PEX Tubing Guide

1

7

480-014

Bracket, Front, PEX Tube Mount, All Models

1

8

480-003

Strap, Flap, Inside

1

9

480-751

Drape, Hood

1

10

480-004

Strap, Flap Support, Inside

1

11

480-018

Brace, Outside, Hood Flap

1

12

480-006

Swivel, Ground Rod

1

13

480-013

Ground Rod, Low Voltage Wire, 7" & 5-1/2" Depth

1

14

480-002

Bracket, Drape Retainer

1

15

480-010

Rotor, 7" & 5-1/2" Depth, Low Voltage Wire

1

Parts List for Bantam Mole Kit # 480-250 to Convert

Bantam Mole Models B765H, B780H, & B790H to Invisible

Dog Fence @ 3" Depth

Ref #

Part #

Description

# Req'd

1

480-019

Tube, PEX, 1/4" I.D., Invisible Fence

1

2

460-504

Clip, 12 mm, PEX Tubing Guide

1

3

480-007

Bracket, Rear, PEX Tubing, Invisible Fence, 3" Depth

1

4

480-022

Ground Rod, Invisible Fence, 3" Depth

1

5

480-011

Rotor, 3" Depth, Invisible Fence

1

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Bantam Mole Models B765H, B780H, & B790H Parts List

Ref #

Part #

Description

# Req'd

1

470-022

Frame 1 2

470-024

Handlebar

1

3

450-259

Clutch Lever, Over Center

1

4

450-251

Bracket, Idler Arm

1

5

450-024

Stop, Belt, Engine Pulley--Model B765H Only

1

6

480-251

Hood, Back Plate

1

7

450-752

Brush 1 8

450-503

Channel, Brush

1

9

991-05

Arm, Idler

1

10

12-22-2A

Pulley, Double Idler

1

11

991-06

Spring, Idler Arm Return

1

12

450-767

Belt, 31" Kevlar, Model B765H Only

2

12

470-754

Belt, Kevlar, Models B780H & B790H 1/2"X35"/A33K/4L350K

2

13

701-02-2

Pulley, Engine

1

14

HC58C80Z

Bolt, Front Axle, 1/2"-13 X 5 w/Nylok Nut

1

15

450-502-2

Spindle, Rotor w/ 2 Nuts

1

16

450-768

Pulley, Double, Rotor, 4.5" O.D.

1

17

450-758

Key, 3/16" x 3/16" x 3/4" Long, Rotor Pulley

1

18

450-751

Bearing, Rotor

2

19

450-004

Bearing, Spacer

1

20

450-765

Washer, 3/4" SAE Rotor Spindle (against each bearing)

2

20A

450-766

Flatwasher, 3/4" (against back of rotor)

1

21

No Part #

Engine, Honda--NOT SOLD SEPARATELY

1

22

480-007

Bracket, Rear, PEX Tubing, Invisible Fence, 3" Depth

1

23

701-25

Grip, Handle

2

24

470-752

Cable, Clutch

1

25

480-258

Deflector, Dirt, Rear

1

26

12-09

Pin, Clevis w/Cotter Pin

1

27

701-06A

Nut, 5/8" Nylon Lock

3

28

702-27B

Bearing, 5/8" Wheel (2 per wheel)

6

29

702-50C

Wheel, Pneumatic w/ 5/8" Bearing

3

30

991-08

Stop, Belt, Models B780H & B790H

1

31

480-014

Bracket, Front, PEX Tube Mount, All Models

1

32

480-006

Swivel, Ground Rod

1

33

480-751

Drape, Hood

1

34

470-025

Front Wheel Mount

1

35

470-753

Pop Pin, Front Wheel Adjustment

1

36

460-504

Clip, 12 mm, PEX Tubing Guide

2

37

480-011

Rotor, 3" Depth, Invisible Fence

1

38

480-010

Rotor, 7" & 5-1/2" Depth, Low Voltage Wire

1

39

480-019

Tube, PEX, 1/4" I.D., Invisible Fence

1

40

470-008

Spacer, Left Rear Wheel

1

41

450-025

Stop, Belt, Rotor Pulley, --Model B765H Only

1

42

470-010

Brace, Hood, Rear

1

43

470-018

Brace, Hood, Front

1

44

470-260

Bracket, Cable, Handle Bar, Models B780H & B790H Only

1

45

480-018

Brace, Outside, Hood Flap

1

46

480-002

Bracket, Drape Retainer

1

47

480-022

Ground Rod, Invisible Fence, 3" Depth

1

48

480-257

Bracket, Wire Spool Mount

1

49

480-015

Tube, PEX, 1/2" I.D., Low Voltage Wire

2

50

480-009

Spool Holder

1

51

480-013

Ground Rod, Low Voltage Wire, 7" & 5-1/2" Depth

1

52

470-756

Kit, Easy Fold Handle (Kit consist of 4 # 460-503 Star Knobs

1

53

480-003

Strap, Flap, Inside

1

54

480-004

Strap, Flap Support, Inside

1

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Bantam Mole Operating Instructions

1. Read and understand General Operating Instructions on pages 11 & 12.

2. The front wheel of the Bantam Mole controls the depth of the rotor. There are actually three depth positions on the

Bantam Mole. However, you only use the hole closest to the engine and the center hole for low voltage wire
installation. The Rotor for low voltage wire installation is part number 480-010 and the Ground Rod is part number
480-013. The Bantam Mole is shipped with this Rotor and Ground Rod. Using this Rotor and Ground Rod, the hole
closest to the engine is 7” deep and the center hole is 5-1/2 inches deep. For invisible fence wire at 3” deep, you use
Rotor number 480-011, Ground Rod # 480-022, PEX Tubing # 480-019, Rear PEX Tubing Bracket # 480-007, and one
Clip, 12mm PEX Tubing Guide # 460-504. The depth position for invisible fence wire at 3” is the hole closest to the

engine. The 3” Rotor, Ground Rod, PEX Tubing, and Rear PEX Tubing Bracket with Clip must be ordered as separate
items in order to install invisible fence wire at 3” deep.

3. Load Wire Spool Mount with spooled wire and thread wire through PEX tubing (item #49) until it protrudes about 6-

8” out of the other end of the PEX tubing.

4. Drive a stake in ground about 12” from the starting point of the wire run.

5. Move the Bantam Mole into position about 3-4” from the stake with the handlebar pointing in the direction of the

wire run.

6. Secure the wire to the stake at ground level.

7. Crank the engine and run at full throttle.

8. Tilt the handlebar down until the rotor clears the ground and engage the rotor.

9. Slowly lower the rotor into the ground and start pulling the Bantam Mole toward you until the front wheel is on the

ground. Once the front wheel is on the ground the wire is now buried to the desired depth. No continue to
complete the wire run. To make turns, merely lift up on the handlebar and slide the rear wheels to make the turn.
That is, always pivot the Bantam Mole on the front wheel.

10. When installing low voltage wire, at each light location, disengage the clutch lever and allow the rotor to stop

turning. Then push down on the handlebar until the wire is above ground level and then lower the front of the
machine back onto the ground. Pull about 10”-12” of slack wire off the wire spool. Place a short piece of 2” X 4”
lumber under the loop and continue the wire run. Repeat this step at each light location.

Bantam Mole KIT # 480-249 Installation Instructions

1. Remove the Rotor (Part # 470-019) from the rotor shaft.

2. Remove the entire Bed Bantam hood assembly (item #30) from the bearing housing bracket and bearing housing

arm leaving the hood braces (Part # 470-018) attached to the bearing housing. Set aside the Lower Belt Stop (Part
# 450-025, Model B765H only) and Rear Hood Brace (Part # 470-010) for reinstallation.

3. Remove the Brush with Channel (Part # 450-752 & 450-503) from the bearing housing arm and set aside for

reinstallation.

4. Install the Bantam Mole hood assembly to the bearing housing bracket and the bearing housing arm with the

Brush with Channel (Part # 450-752 & # 450-503) between the hood back plate and the bearing housing arm.

5. Attached two Wire Spool Mount Brackets (Part #480-257) to the inside of the handlebar frame brackets. Leave

bolts loose, do not tighten.

6. Attach Spool Holder (Part # 480-009) to the outside of the two Wire Spool Mount Brackets mentioned in step 5.

7. Now tighten all bolts attaching the Wire Spool Holder and Brackets.

8. Install the Bantam Mole Rotor (Part # 480-010) and tighten the outside ¾” nut to 70 ft lbs. Remember, the Rotor

rotates counter-clockwise when facing it from the nut end of the rotor shaft. The carbide cutting tips should be on
the top of the points on the right end and the bottom of the points on the left end.

The above 8 installation steps are for Bantam Mole Kit # 480-249 which converts a Bed Bantam to a Low Voltage Wire

Bantam Mole for 7” deep cable placement.

For 3” Invisible Dog Fence Wire, you must order the 480-250 Conversion Kit. This kit consists of only five parts as

shown in the drawing for that kit.

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