Smithco Diesel Super Rake 17-001-D (sn 2702 – 2721) Parts & Service Manual - Manual (Page 9)

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Service
MAINTENANCE
Before servicing or making adjustments to machine, stop engine and remove key from ignition.
Use all procedures and parts prescribed by the manufacturer's. Read the engine manual
before operation.
The suggested maintenance checklist is not offered as a replacement for the manufacturer’s but as a supple-
ment. You must adhere to guidelines established by manufacturer for warranty coverage. In adverse conditions
such as dirt, mud or extreme temperatures, maintenance should be more frequent.
LUBRICATION
Use No. 2 General purpose Lithium Base Grease and lubricate every 100 hours. The Diesel Super Rake has two
grease fittings. One is located in bearing on steering shaft and the other is on the relay on the foot pedal.
AIR CLEANER ON FENDER
1. Remove end cap and filter element, clean by tapping gently on flat surface. Do not oil cartridge. Replace if
very dirty or damaged.
2. Remove air cleaner cap and clean. Cap can be washed in solvent, make sure its dry before reinstalling.
TIRE PRESSURE
Caution must be used when inflating a low tire to recommended pressure. Over inflating can cause tires to ex-
plode. Tires should be 5 psi (0.35 bar). Improper inflation will reduce tire life considerably.
COOLANT
Use the Permanent (PT) antifreeze for this engine. IMPORTANT: When the antifreeze is mixed with water, the
antifreeze mixing ratio must be less than 50%.
TOWING
When it is necessary to move the Super Rake without engine running, bypass valve built into hydrostatic pump
must be "open" by turning it counterclockwise. The valve is located on bottom left of pump. An "open" valve al-
lows fluid to pass through the wheels freely. When normal, driven, operation is desired, valve should be "closed
by turning it clockwise. Failure to "close" the valve with engine running means no power to wheels. The machine
can be moved for a short distance with the engine off, but we do not recommend this as a standard procedure.
When towing do not tow the machine faster than 2-3 MPH (3-5 km/h) because the drive system may be dam-
aged. The tires may lock up if the machine is towed too fast. If this occurs, stop towing the machine. If the ma-
chine must be moved a considerable distance, transport it on a truck or trailer.
COLD STARTING THE MACHINE
In temperatures below 40°F (4° C) we recommend that you use the cold cranking
device installed on this machine. Below the seat, in front of the engine is a cold crank
lever (B) that controls a tensioner arm (A) with an idler pulley on it. This is the cold
cranking device. Before machine is started engage the cold crank lever. Start ma-
chine and allow to run for approximately 5 minutes. Shut machine off and disengage
cold crank lever. Restart machine with the cold cranking device disengaged.
DO NOT ENGAGE OR DISENGAGE COLD START WHILE ENGINE IS
RUNNING!