OPERATOR’S MANUAL SWEEP STAR Gas and Diesel Sweep Star 60 Models 76-000-C and 77-100-C High Lift Sweep Star 48 Models 48-000-C July, 2004 SMITHCO PRODUCT SUPPORT 1-800-891-9435 Hwy SS and Poplar Avenue, Cameron WI 54822 E-mail: productsupport@smithco.
CONTENTS Introduction Introduction .........................................1-10 Service Diagrams Introduction ............................................................................. 1-9 Introduction .............................................................................. 1 Symbols ................................................................................ 2-3 Safe Practices .......................................................................... 4 Specifications ......................
Thank you for purchasing a product. Read this manual and all other manuals pertaining to the Sweep Star carefully as they have safety, operating, assembly and maintenance instructions. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. Keep manuals in a safe place after operator and maintenance personnel have read them. Right and left sides are from the operator’s seat, facing forward. All machines have a Serial Number and Model Number. Both numbers are needed when ordering parts.
SYMBOLS Introduction Read Operator’s Manual 2 Electrical Power No Electrical Power Engine - Stop Engine - Start Engine - Run Engine Oil Temperature Light Water Temperature RPM Gasoline Diesel Glow Plug - On Glow Plug - Off Glow Plug Hour Meter Hour Meter Hand Throttle Choke - Closed Choke - Open Park Brake Park Brake Release Hydraulic Oil Level Fuse
H R Up/Down Arrow Down/Lower Up/Raise No Smoking Moving Parts Manual Operation Pinch Point Step Hot Surface Hydraulic Fluid Penetration Lift Arm Tractor Engage Disengage PTO Ground Speed Fast Slow High Reverse L N Low Neutral F Introduction SYMBOLS Forward Warning Danger Caution 3
SAFE PRACTICES Introduction 1. It is your responsibility to read this manual and all publications associated with this machine (engine, accessories and attachments). 2. Never allow anyone to operate or service the machine or its attachments without proper training and instructions. Never allow minors to operate any equipment. 3. Learn the proper use of the machine, the location and purpose of all the controls and gauges before you operate the equipment.
Introduction SPECIFICATIONS FOR SWEEP STAR 60 GAS & DIESEL WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS Length Width Height with Hopper Down Height with Hopper Up Wheel Base Weight 129" (328 cm) 74.5" (179 cm) 66" (168 cm) 127" (323 cm) 68.5" (174 cm) 2200 lb (998 kg) SOUND LEVEL At ear level At 3 ft (0.914 m) At 30 ft (9.
SPECIFICATIONS FOR SWEEP STAR 48 HIGH LIFT Introduction WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS Length Width Height with Hopper Down Height with Hopper Up Wheel Base Weight HIGH LIFT 121" (307 cm) 60" (153 cm) 63" (160 cm) 126" (320 cm) 70" (179 cm) 1900 lb (862 kg) SOUND LEVEL At ear level At 3 ft (0.914 m) At 30 ft (9.14 m) 90 dB 91 dB 76 dB ENGINE Make Model# Type / Spec# Horsepower Fuel Cooling System Lubrication System Alternator WHEELS & TIRE ) Kohler CH25 CH730-0100 25 Hp (18.
The Sweep Star arrives from Introduction SETUP setup and ready for service. 1. Set park brake. 2. Check the tire pressure. Sweep Star 60: The front tire and castor wheels are 20 psi (1.4 bar) and the rear tires are 18 psi (1.3 bar). Sweep Star 48: All tires and castor wheels are 20 psi (1.4 bar). All are maximum pressures. 3. Check the installation of the battery, which is located below the seat. This is a negative grounding system.
CONTROLS & INSTRUMENTS SWEEP STAR 60 GAS SWEEPER & 48 HIGH LIFT Introduction CONTROLS & INSTRUMENTS SWEEP STAR 60 DIESEL SWEEPER 8
Introduction CONTROLS & INSTRUMENTS A. Circuit Breaker - The circuit breaker is a re-settleable fuse. To reset push down on it. B. Hour Meter - The hour meter indicates hours of machine operation. It operates only when the ignition switch is on. C. Ammeter - The ammeter indicates the rate of charging or discharging of battery. D. Ignition Switch - The ignition switch has three positions: Off - Run - Start. E. Hand Throttle - The hand throttle is used to regulate engine speed. F.
OPERATION Beater reel MUST BE DISENGAGED before starting engine. ACCELERATOR/REVERSE PEDAL On the right floorboard is a "rocker" pedal. Push down on the front (G) with your foot and the machine will accelerate. Push down on the rear of the pedal (H) with the heel of your foot and the machine will go in reverse. The machine is in neutral when foot is off the pedal. Service DAILY CHECKLIST 1. Check park brake adjustment. Adjust as required. 2. Check engine oil level. Add as needed. DO NOT OVERFILL. 3.
BATTERY BATTERY Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Do not allow flames, sparks or any ignited object to come near the battery. When charging or working near battery, always shield your eyes and always provide proper ventilation. Battery cable should be disconnected before using “Fast Charge”. Service Charge battery at 15 amps for 10 minutes or 7 amps for 30 minutes. Do not exceed the recommended charging rate. If electrolyte starts boiling over, decrease charging.
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LIMITED WARRANTY SMITHCO warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one year from the date of purchase by the original user. (60 days if product is used for rental purposes.) All warranty claims must be handled through a SMITHCO authorized dealer or by SMITHCO, INC. All transportation charges must be paid by the purchaser. There is no further express warranty.
