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OPERATION
section 4.1
Operating Instructions
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1. Determine hitch position for offset or straight pull position.
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2. Transport to clean-up site with the clutches disengaged and sweeper in transport position.
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3. Lower the sweeper housing and adjust sweeper height on right side of sweeper housing by
choosing the pin location to regulate gauge wheel height. NOTE: Operation is best when the
sweeper is approximately 1/2" below the tips of the grass, but does not “scrub” the lawn.
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4. Adjust the float springs allowing the sweeper to “float” over rough areas or high spots in the lawn.
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5. Engage clutches on both wheels by rotating the lever approximately 180 deg.
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6. When sweeping leaves - the best results are obtained by sweeping several times during the leaf
fall rather than waiting until there is a large accumulation. A large accumulation will require several
passes to make a clean sweep. MAXIMUM SPEED IS 10 M.P.H.
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7. Open rear door to unload.
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8. To transport - Always disengage wheel clutches and raise sweeper housing. DO NOT TRAVEL AT
HIGH SPEEDS WITH CLUTCHES ENGAGED! MAXIMUM SPEED IS 10 M.P.H. NOTE: to disengage
both wheels rotate each lever approximately 180 deg. You can feel a high spot when it is
disengaged.
CAUTION
Do not travel at high speeds with clutches
engaged. MAXIMUM SPEED IS 10 M.P.H.
Disengage clutches for transport.
MAXIMUM SPEED IS 10 M.P.H.
