Lawn Tender SW380LT, Owner'S Manual

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Sweeper does not pick up:
1. The adjustment lever is set too low. A sweeper is not a dethatcher and
cannot pull thatch, embedded needles or leaves from deep in the
grass. The adjustment height should be set to the height of the mower
deck blades.
2. The adjustment lever is set too high. Lower the adjustment lever.
3. There is a problem with the drive system. See the "Sweeper Wheels"
section.
Grass goes over the top of the Hamper:
1. Forward speed is too fast. Slow the towing vehicle down. Best speed is
3 mph or less. (3 mph = 40 feet in 9 seconds).
2. Wind screen can be used to break wind coming over the top of the
hamper. Slower forward speeds must be used when using the wind
screen.
Sweeper Wheels....Not moving... Skip...Lock-up:
1. The brush is not turning or stops turning. The adjustment lever is set too
low. Measure the cut height of the mower. Set the brush height to sweep
the same as the cut height.
Hamper drags the ground:
1. The tow bars are not horizontal to the ground when attached to the tow
vehicle Remove the clevis and reinstall in a different set of holes. The
clevis can be turned over to get additional adjustment. See Step 4 on
attaching the hitch brackets
SERVICE
Do not allow material to remain in the hamper for extended periods of
time. Clean the hamper using a water hose and allow to dry prior to
storage.
Check all moving parts for wear and freedom of movement.
Routine lubrication of the pinion and dowel pin is required. We
recommend in the fall before storage as a minimum. Remove, clean
and lubricate the dowel pin (56) inside the drive pinions (23 & 57) with a
light oil such as WD40, 3 in1, or similar. Do not use motor oil or grease.
Check the drive pinions for wear. These are considered normal wear
parts. Contact our Customer Service Department to purchase
replacement drive pinions, see parts reference.
Lubricate the wheels annually with multipurpose grease.
Check all fasteners for tightness.
Inspect for rust on painted surfaces. Sand lightly and touch up
damaged areas with enamel paint.
GETTING QUALITY SERVICE
Quality Continues with Quality Service
We provide a process to handle your questions or problems. Follow the
steps below to get answers to any questions you may have about your
product.
1. Refer to your attachment and machine operator manuals.
2. In North America or Canada, call 1-866-997-0009 and provide
product serial number and model number.