Smithco Sand Star Zee (ZTR) 45-500-A Operator Manual - Manual (Page 20)

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Service
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QUICK HITCH
Bunker Rakes are fitted with a Quick Hitch Accessory Mount System. On each mount is a spring loaded locking
mechanism and a lock pin. Remove the lock
pin and push down on the spring loaded
locking mechanism and your rear attachment
will pull off, so you can easily switch out
attachments. The lock pin acts as a safety
device to keep lock pin from opening up when
crossing rough terrain.
There are also adjustment screws on the
Quick Hitch Accessory Mount System that may
need to be adjusted for certain rear attach-
ments. These allow the rear attachment to
move from side to side without touching the
rear wheels. Please see instructions on each
individual attachment that you purchase.
Run machine and test for operation of the rear
attachment by raising and lowering the
assembly and with the attachment down turn
sharp corners in both directions to ensure rake
is not contacting the tires.
HOW TO RAKE A SAND TRAP
HOW TO RAKE A SAND TRAP
View bunker to determine the most efficient pattern to follow so that rake pattern and configuration of bunker
will flow in same general direction and look attractive.
Enter bunker at its lowest point. Perhaps drain area or another point
where “lip” of the trap is minimal.
Operate at 2-4 m.p.h. (3-
6.5 kph) for best rak-
ing results. Control
speed with hydraulic
pedal.
Once fully inside bunker,
lower rear rake and proceed
forward as described above.
First pass should be directly
down center of trap. This helps
avoid extremely sharp turns that
will spoil sands’ appearance. Once
at far end, turn machine and drive
down one side of trap and come back
up other side.
Grass or other material may build up on rake tines as machine passes “enter/exit” point in Figure 1. Lift rake briefly
while still moving forward.
Do not rake closer than 6" (15 cm) to edge of trap.
Do not rake slopes in trap. The weight of machine will pull sand down.
Use cultivator or other center mounted accessories only as necessary for compacted sand. Frequent use will leave
sand too soft and objectionable to some golfers.
Use front mounted plow to push sand to desired locations within trap.
After exiting trap, secure machines in accordance with practices described in this manual. Rake trap edges, slopes
and “enter /exit” area with a hand rake.
After returning to maintenance area, thoroughly clean machine, check fluids, and lubricate as advised in this manual.
Adjustment Screws
Spring Loaded
Locking
Mechanism