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OPERATION AND USE
Specifics, such as travel patterns and picking frequency, are unique to each individual range. Through
repeated use, range operators will learn to adapt to the use of the Ball Hawk LT to their best advantage. The
following are some general guidelines for the best use of the Ball Hawk LT.
Picking Operation
Maintain vehicle speed of 5-8 mph.
Avoid sharp turns, which can turn the front picker section to an extreme angle and create a gap that misses
balls.
Gauge the use of the Ball Hawk LT on weather and ground conditions that would affect the use of golf carts.
Avoid abrasive surfaces, such as paved parking lots, asphalt or concrete, stone or gravel road, or cart paths.
Clean the picker at the end of each day or more often in extremely wet or muddy conditions. Use a mild soap
with a moderate flow of water.
Preventive Maintenance
Lubricate all post assemblies and the articulating elbow weekly or more often depending on use. They are
fitted with Zerk fittings for this purpose. Use a lithium axle or bearing packing grease.
Spray all moving metal contact points with a petroleum-distillate based aerosol lubricant every week or more
often depending on use.
Check all retaining pins and mounting bolts, tie rod ends, shaft collars, and draw bar connections at least once
a week or more depending on usage.
Off-Season Storage
Disassemble picker and store in a shelter protected from extreme weather conditions.
When disassembled, keep all post assembly brackets and connecting rods and pins in a safe place to avoid
loss.
Be aware of specific weather or climatic conditions (extreme aridity or salt/sea humidity, etc.), and apply
appropriate storage precautions to machinery.
Removing From Storage
Coat all moving metal contact points (post assemblies and the articulating elbow) with a liberal amount of
non-gumming Teflon or petroleum-distillate based aerosol lubricant with a clean, lint-free cloth or towel.
