SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com
SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com
VERSION 11/2016
FS351SP
Propane
9
tRoUBleSHootIng
PRoBleM
Possible Reason(s)/Solution(s)
cUtteRS WeaRIng
Unevenly/PReMatURely
Drum is too low
Incorrect set-up
Material Build-up
cutters too tightly loaded
Wrong cutters for
application
cUtteRS SHaFt BReaKage
Unevenly/PReMatURely
Drum is too low
end plates or bushings worn
Shafts worn
Wrong cutter set-up
over 40 hours service-life
DRUM WeaRIng
PReMatURely oR cRacKIng
Drum hitting ground
Shafts and bushings not replaced
within 40 hours
exceSS vIBRatIon
Bearing worn
Hex bushing worn
Drive shaft worn
Improper cutter set-up
Drum contacting ground
Wheels worn out
MacHIne jUMPS
eRRatIcally
Drum hitting ground
RPM is too low
Surface is severely uneven
DRIve Belt WeaRIng
PReMatURely
Pulley is misaligned
Wrong belt
Drum is contacting
the surface
MacHIne Wont Move In
FoRWaRD oR ReveRSe
check hydraulic reservoir level
verify v-belt to hydraulic pump
is not slipping or damaged
*engine repair and engine warranty
issues are handled directly
by your local engine service center.
For any other problems or questions,
please contact your local representative
or
SMITH Mfg today at 800-653-9311
or
(954) 941-9744.
check lifting carriage is in
upright position and drive
wheels in contact with ground