2/2009 REDEFINER R450H R450HA WIREMASTER R460HA CONVERSION KITS 460-001 WIREMASTER 459-001 EDGER
ReDefiner/WireMaster Mole/ReDefiner Edger Kit Manual INTRODUCTION You are now the owner of a Brown TRENCHMASTER®. The term TRENCHMASTER® is used throughout this manual to include the following products: R450H, HA ReDefiner, R460HA WireMaster “Mole” and the ReDefiner Edger Kit. The TRENCHMASTERS® are very versatile trenchers which, when properly equipped, will trench in almost any soil condition.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty………………………………………………………3 Supplemental Warranty………………………………..4 Owner Registration……………………………………….6 Safety…………………………………………………………….9 Operating Instructions…………………………………..11 Scheduled Maintenance………………………………..13 Troubleshooting…………………………………………….14 Parts Lists & Drawings: ReDefiner…………………………………………15 WireMaster Mole Kit & Edger Kit……..17 WireMaster Mole…………………………….19 Installation & Operation Instructions: WireMaster Mole Kit……………………….21 ReDefiner Edger Kit………………………….
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.
R450H & HA REDEFINER SUPPLEMENTAL WARRANTY STATEMENT The Brown R450H & HA ReDefiner is designed for the maintenance of existing beds only. It is not intended for new bed construction. Use of the R450H & HA on new beds voids all warranties! Operating the ReDefiner with an unbalanced rotor creates destructive vibrations and operations should cease immediately if this occurs.
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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 MAILE
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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®.
TRENCHMASTER® SOIL & DEBRIS EXHAUST CHART 11
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Brown TRENCHMASTER® 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.
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®.
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.
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.
TrenchMaster Model R450H & R450HA ReDefiner Parts List Ref # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12 13 14 15 16 16 17 18 19 20 20A 21 22 22 23 24 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 41 42 Part # Description 450-001 450-002 450-003 450-251 450-024 450-253 450-752 450-503 991-05 12-22-2A 991-06 780-30 450-767 701-02-2 230-0002 450-502 450-501 450-768 450-758 450-751 450-004 450-765 450-766 Frame Handlebar Assembly, Rotor Arm with Bearings & Spacer Bracket, Idler Arm Stop, Belt, Engine Pulley Plate,
WireMaster Mole Kit 460-001 Parts List Ref # Part # Description # Req'd 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 54 & 55 460-503 460-007 460-008 460-004 460-010 460-013 460-014 702-78 460-505 460-009 460-504 460-252 460-501 460-251 460-002 460-015 Knob, Up/Down Adjustment Rod, Ground Bracket, Front, Up-Down Bracket, Drape Retainer Clamp, Wire Spool Bracket Bracket, Wire Spool Mount Tube, Wire Conduit, PEX Strap Clip, 10mm Bracket, Pex, Tube Clip, 12 mm Hood, Back Plate Drape, Hood Brace, Outside R
WireMaster Mole Model R460HA Parts List Ref # Part # Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12 13 14 15 16 16 17 18 19 20 20A 21 22 22 23 24 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 54 6 & 33 450-001 450-002 450-003 450-251 450-024 460-252 450-752 450-503 991-05 12-22-2A 991-06 780-30 450-767 701-02-2 230-0002 450-502 450-501 450-768 450-758 450-751 450-004 450-765 450-766 Frame Handlebar Assembly, Rotor Arm with Bearings & Spacer Bracket, Idler Arm Stop, Belt, Engi
WireMaster Mole Kit Installation Instructions 1. Remove the ReDefiner Rotor (item # 38) from the rotor shaft. 2. Remove the entire ReDefiner hood assembly (item #30) from the bearing housing bracket and bearing housing arm. Set aside the Lower Belt Stop (item #41) for reinstallation. 3. Remove the Brush (item #8) from the bearing housing arm and set aside for reinstallation. 4.
ReDefiner Edger Kit Installation Instructions 1. Remove the ReDefiner rotor (item # 38) from the rotor shaft 2. Remove the entire hood assembly (item #30) from the bearing housing and bearing housing arm. Keep the Lower Belt Stop (item #41) for reinstallation. 3. Remove the Brush (item # 8) from the bearing housing arm and keep for reinstallation. 4. Install the Extension, Blade Guard (item #59) loosely with the Brush (item #8) between the Blade Guard Extension and the bearing housing arm. 5.
