Smithco Spray Star 1010 Aug 2013 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 9)

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Introduction
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SETUP
The Spray Star 1000 arrives from Smithco setup and ready for service. Depending on freight conditions the
battery may have to be installed.
The spray system is normally shipped attached to the 1000 Prime Mover. If a spray system is to be fitted to a
Prime Mover by a dealer or end user, assemble and attach the components in accordance with the parts draw-
ings in the Spray Star 1000 Parts/Service Manual.
1. Check the tire pressure. The front are 20 psi (1.4 bar) and
rear tires are 18 psi (1.3 bar).
2. Battery is located under the seat. This is a negative ground-
ing system.
Connecting battery cables to the wrong post could
result in personal injury and/or damage to the
electrical system. Make sure battery and cables do
not interfere or rub on any moving part. Connect
red positive (+) cable (A) to battery first. When
disconnecting remove black negative (-) cable (B)
first.
3. Check hydraulic fluid level in tank located on the left side of
the seat. Remove cap and add SAE 10W-40 API Service SJ or higher motor oil if necessary. Fluid level
should be about 2-2
1 /
2
" (5-6.4 cm) from the top of the tank when cold. DO NOT OVERFILL.
4. Fill fuel tank, located on the right side, with Unleaded 87 Octane gasoline (minimum).
Fuel is flammable, caution must be used when storing or handling it. Do not fill fuel tank
while engine is running or an enclosed area, fumes are explosive and dangerous to inhale.
DO NOT SMOKE while filling the fuel tank. DO NOT OVERFILL.
5. Machine should be greased before starting, refer to Spray Star 1000 Parts/Service Manual for location.
6. Attach the Spray Boom and any other Optional Equipment to the Prime Mover, in accordance with
instructions in the Spray Star 1000 Parts/Service Manual. The nozzles must be the correct distance above
the turf as described in Turf Spraying Guide. The spray boom must operate properly and the outer sec-
tions must break away safely if an object is struck by them, they must then return to normal operation
position.
7. Be sure to double check boom heights, nozzle spacing and displacement before spraying.
8. Machine is shipped with windshield washer fluid in Spray System to prevent freezing. Flush system
completely with clear water. Fill tank with water and retighten the four bolts used to hold the tank in place.
9. Read operating instructions before starting.
Never allow pump to run dry! The valve on the suction side of the pump (between the pump
and tank) must be fully open whenever the pump is operated.