Table of Contents 1. SAFETY INFORMATION 1.1 Safety Precautions .. 2 1.2 Operating Safety .. 1.3 Operator Safety while using Internal Combustion Engine: 1.4 Label Locations, 1.5 Safety and Operating Labels . 2. OPERATION 2.1 Operating Principle 2.2 Application — Standard Feature 2.3 Delivery Checks . 2.4 Before Starting 2.5 Assembly and Installation . 2.6 To 2.8 Initial Operation. 2.9 Lifting the Trowel 2.10 Floating Operation. 2.11 Finishing Operation. 2.12 Maneuver Operation 3. MAINTENANCE 3.
EYE Eel Ne) 1.1 Safety Precautions Before operating the machine, read both the manual and the engine manual carefully to become familiar with the location and proper use of all controls. Do not allow untrained or unauthorized personnel, especially children, to operate this machine. Use only the parts authorized by the factory for service. A £\ DANGER WARNING CAUTION This manual contains DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION callous which must be followed to reduce the possibility of personal injury, damage to the equipm
EYE Eel Ne) 1.2 Operating Safety «= DO NOT modify the machine without the prior consent of the manufacturer. Brave does not assume responsibility for any accident due to equipment modification. « NEVER operate the machine for a purpose for which it is not intended. = NEVER allow anyone to operate the machine without proper training. People operating the machine must be familiar with the risks and hazards associated with it. And familiar with the safety precautions and operation techniques.
SAFETY INFORMATION 13 Operator Safety while using Internal Combustion Engines «= DO NOT smoke when refueling the engine or operating the machine. = DO NOT refuel a hot or running engine. = ALWAYS keep away from all hot or spark-generating objects when refusal the engine. « ALWAYS refill the fuel tank after the machine has cooled, and in a well-ventilated environments. «= DO NOT spill fuel when refusing the engine. = ALWAYS take care to use the right type of fuel. = ALWAYS inspect the fuel leakage regularly.
SAFETY INFORMATION 1.5 Safety and Operating Labels Brave machines use international pictorial labels where needed. These labels are described below: Label Meaning DANGER! Engines emit carbon monoxide; operate only in well-ventilated area. Read the Operation Manual for machine information. No sparks, flames, or burning objects near the machine. Shut off the engine before refueling. Use only clean, filtered unleaded gasoline.
SAFETY INFORMATION Label Meaning WARNING! Hot surface! WARNING! Hand injury if caught in moving belt. Always replaces belt guard. WARNING! Cutting hazard. Always replace blade guard! WALK BEHIND POWER TROWEL C€ wai. I ee La name eee err) Be: LE rab Nil bibles baa frog A nameplate listing the model number and serial number is attached to each unit. Please record the information found on this plate so it will be available if the nameplate is lost or damaged.
OPERATION 2.1 Operating Principle The following instructions were compiled fo provide you information on how to obtain long and trouble free use of the machine. Periodic maintenance of the machine is essential. Read the manual carefully and thoroughly familiarize yourself with the machine and all its functions. Failure to do so may injure yourself or a bystander. 2.2 Application—Standard Features Your new Power Trowel comes standard with many features to enhance productivity, performance and safety.
OPERATION 2.4 Before Starting Before starting the machine, check the following items: « All handles are free from grass, oil and dirt. « All bolted Joints are tightened. « Fuel level = Oil level in the engine = Condition of Ring Guard NOTICE: Check the oil level in the engine and machine before starting. The warranties are VOID if the machine run without oil. 2.5 Assembly and Installation I STEP 1: UN-pack the handle assembly and the lower unit from the boxes.
OPERATION 2.6 To Start 1. Adjust throttle lever (A) all the way forward (Fast) _ on handle. 2. No adjustment (B) is needed 3. Remove air cleaner cover and air cleaner filter — exposing throttle assembly 4. High speed adjustment screw (C) is set by the factory and should not be altered 5. Insert throttle cable tube through clamp (F} and | tighten screw, once cable tube is all the way through. 6. Insert cable through small hole of cable holder (D) DO NOT TIGHTEN at this time. 7.
OPERATION 7. Repeat until the engine fires. 8. Once the engine fires, gradually set the choke lever to the OFF position by moving it to the right. 9. If the engine fails to fire after several attempts, follow the troubleshooting guide on pages 15-16. 2.7 To Stop 1. Before stopping, let engine idle for a few minutes 2. Tum the fuel off. 3. Close the fuel valve. 2.8 Initial Operation With engine started as instructed previously and at operating temperature, adjust speed to about half throttle.
OPERATION Guide the trowel over the concrete in a circular back and forth motion. Under normal conditions, you should be able to float foot area in approximately 15 minutes. This operation will bring the water and fines to the surface, allowing for a smoother finish when finishing the concrete 2.11 Finishing Operation After floating, allow the concrete to set until it will support the weight of the trowel. Set the pitch to approximately 1/4" to 3/8 on the blades.
MAINTENANCE 3 MAINTENANCE 3.1 Periodic Maintenance Schedule Ta get long use and free of trouble, it is essential to perform periodic maintenance on the engine and machine. A copy of the engine Operation Manual was supplied with the machine. Every | Every | Every | Every| Every Daily | 20 50 100 300 | 2000 hours | hours | hours | hours| hours Check fuel level. Check engine oil level. Inspect air filter. Replace as needed. Clean trowel after each use to remove concrete splatter.
MAINTENANCE 3.3 Spark Plug Check and clean spark plugs regularly. A fouled, dirty spark plug may cause hard starting and poor engine performance. Set spark plug gap to recommended clearance. Refer to engine manual. The muffler and engine cylinder become very hot during operation and remain hot for a while after stopping the engine. Allow engine to cool before removing spark plug. WARNING NOTICE: A loose spark plug can become very hot and may cause engine damage. 3.
MAINTENANCE 3.6 Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION Engine running rough or not at all. Safety switch malfunction? Make sure that the safety switch is ON or replace switch if necessary. makes uneven swirls in concrete”. Fuel? Look at the fuel system. Make sure there is fuse being supplied to the engine. Check to ensure that the fuel filter is not clogged. Ignition? Check to ensure that the ignition switch has power and is functioning correctly. Safety switch not Bad contacts? Replace switch.
MAINTENANCE Thrust collar bushing? Check the thrust collar by rocking it on the spider. If it can tilt more than 3/32" (2.4mm) [as measured at the thrust collar replace the bushing in the thrust collar. Thrust bearing worn? Check the thrust bearing to see that it is spinning free. Note: Replace thrust cap, if necessary. Machine has a perceptible rolling motion while running. Main shaft? The main output shaft of the gearbox assembly should be checked for straightness.
TECHNICAL DATA 4. TECHNICAL DATA BRPPT110H Model BRPPT110H Engine type Honda GX160 Power kw(hp) Operating Weight kg(lb) 81(179) Blade Speed rpm 117-167 Rotor Dia. Cm(in) 91(36) Finishing Blade 6'x14" Combination Blade 8x14 Pan 37 BRPPT120H Model BRPPT120H Engine type Honda GX270 Power kw(hp) Operating Weight kg(lb) 107(236) Blade Speed rpm 117-167 Rotor Dia.
MAINTENANCE RECORD PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE AND ROUTINE SERVICE PLAN The machine has been assembled with care and will provide years of service. Preventative maintenance and routine service are essential to the long life of your machine. After reading through this manual thoroughly, you will find that you can do some of the regular maintenance by yourself. However, when in need of parts or major service, be sure to see your dealer.
BRAVE Contact Us Corporate Physical Address Brave A brand of Great Northern Equipment Distributing, Inc. 20195 South Diamond Lake Road, Suite 100 Rogers, MN 55374 Phone 800.350.
