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2. Confi rm the ZTR hitch height is between 7 to 14 inches from the
ground. Do not tow behind ZTR unless hitch height is within this
range,
3.
Do not exceed the maximum speed defi ned for this product (5
mph).
4.
Be aware of the ZTR’s sharp turning ability and adjust your
driving accordingly to ensure the ZTR does not come in contact
with this product.
5.
Use extreme caution if trying to back up this product to avoid
jackknifi ng.
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Know your towing vehicle controls and how to stop safely, READ
YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL before operating.
•
Check the towing vehicle brake action before you operate. Adjust or
service brakes as necessary.
•
Do not allow children to operate the towing vehicle. Do not allow adults
to operate the towing vehicle without proper instruction or without
having read the owner’s manual.
•
Always wear substantial footwear. Do not wear loose fi tting clothing
that can get caught in moving parts.
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Keep your eyes and mind on your towing vehicle, attachment and area
being covered. Do not let other interests distract you.
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Stay alert for holes and other hidden hazards in the terrain.
•
The towing vehicle and attachment should be stopped and inspected
for damage after striking a foreign object. Any damage should be
repaired before restarting and operating the equipment.
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Do not drive close to creeks, ditches and public highways.
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Watch out for traffi c when crossing near roadways.
•
Keep the towing vehicle and attachment in good operating condition
and keep safety devices in place.
•
Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damaged
parts immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Replace all worn
or damaged safety and instruction decals. Keep all nuts, bolts and
screws tight.
•
Do not modify the attachment or safety devices. Unauthorized
modifi cations to the towing vehicle or attachment may impair its
function, safety and void the warranty.
TOWING VEHICLE AND TOWING SAFELY
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Read the safety operating precautions in your towing vehicle
operator’s manual for additional safety information.
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Stopping distance increases with speed and weight of towed load.
Travel slowly and allow extra time and distance to stop. Total towed
weight must not exceed limits specifi ed in towing vehicle operator’s
manual.
•
Excessive towed load can cause loss of traction and loss of control on
slopes. Reduce towed weight when operating on slopes.
•
Use only approved hitches. Tow this attachment only with a towing
vehicle that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not connect this
attachment except at the approved hitch point.
•
Follow the tow vehicle manufacture’s recommendations for weight
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. Use counterweights
or wheel weights as described in the towing vehicle operator’s manual.
•
Slow down before you turn and do not turn sharply. Use additional
caution when turning or operating under adverse surface conditions.
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When reversing, carefully back-up straight to avoid jackknifi ng. Do not
allow towing vehicle wheels to contact attachment draw bar. Damage
could result.
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Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.
PROTECT THOSE AROUND YOU
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Keep children, bystanders and pets at a safe distance away while
operating this or any attachment.
•
Use care when reversing. Before you back up, look carefully behind
for bystanders.
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Before you operate any feature of this attachment or towing vehicle,
observe your surroundings and look for bystanders.
KEEP RIDERS OFF TOWED ATTACHMENT AND TOWING VEHICLE
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Do not carry passengers.
•
Do not let anyone, especially children, ride in/on this attachment, the
towing vehicle or hitch bracket. Riders are subject to injury such as
being struck by foreign object and/or being thrown off during sudden
starts, stops and turns. Riders may also obstruct the operator’s view
resulting in this attachment being operated in an unsafe manner.
CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your new Brinly-Hardy Sweeper! Your
Sweeper has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best
possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please do not
hesitate to contact our knowledgeable customer service department toll-free at
1-877-728-8224. We have competent, well trained technicians to help you with the
assembly and use of your Sweeper.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable to assemble and
maintain your Sweeper properly.
Please carefully read and observe the SAFETY section of this manual.
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining and caring for your Brinly-Hardy Sweeper.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY ....................................................................................................................... 2
COMPONENT VIEW AND REFERENCE LIST ........................................................ 3-5
ASSEMBLY ............................................................................................................ 6-12
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................... 13
OPERATION ......................................................................................................... 13-16
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................... 17-19
LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................................... 20
SAFETY
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SAFETY LABELS AND NOTATION
This symbol will help to point out important safety precautions
throughout this manual. It means - ATTENTION! BECOME
ALERT! your safety is involved.
B-7063 (To Scale)
The safety labels shown in this section are placed in important areas on your product
to draw attention to potential safety hazards.
On your product safety labels, the words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are
used with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifi es the most serious hazards.
The operator’s manual also explains any potential safety hazards whenever
necessary in special safety messages that are identifi ed with the word, CAUTION,
and the safety-alert symbol.
GENERAL NOTES (OPERATION)
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Use this attachment for intended purpose only.
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Before you operate any feature of this attachment or towing vehicle,
observe your surroundings and look for bystanders.
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This attachment is intended for use in lawn care and home
applications. Do not tow behind a vehicle on a highway or in any high
speed applications. Do not tow at speeds higher than the maximum
recommended towing speed.
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Towing speed should always be slow enough to maintain control.
Travel slowly over rough terrain. Avoid holes, rocks and roots. Slow
down before turning.
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Do not exceed maximum towing capacity of towing vehicle.
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Do not tow this product behind a motor vehicle such ad a car, truck or
ATV.
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If towing this product behind a ZTR:
1. Confi rm the ZTR tow capacity is 200 lbs or more. Do not tow
behind ZTR with a tow capacity less than 200 lbs.
INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY
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