Adjustments, Storage – Smithco Sweep Star 60 (sn 2242 – 2296) Parts & Service Manual User Manual
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Service
ADJUSTMENTS
PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
By turning knob on end of park brake lever you can tighten or loosen brake a
small amount. To tighten turn the knob clockwise. To loosen turn counter clock-
wise. If this is not enough turn clevis on brake cable to adjust length of cable.
STEERING CHAIN ADJUSTMENT
Steering Sprockets (A) should be level with each other. Check with straight edge.
Make any adjustments. Slide Idler Pulley (B) so that it is snug onto the chain.
Tighten all nuts and bolts in place.
WHEEL 'CREEP' ADJUSTMENT
‘Creep’ is when engine is running and hydrostatic transmission is in neutral, but
due to inadequate alignment, wheels still move. Do the following procedures to
stop this motion.
1. Lift up and support the unit so rear wheels are off the ground and can turn
freely.
2. On the side of hydrostatic transmission is the Shift Arm (C) . In the ‘V’
shaped notch of shift arm rests and Idler Pulley (D). This Pulley is mounted
on an Idler Arm (E).
3. Loosen bolt and nut holding Pulley to Idler Arm. Leave finger tight.
4. With engine running, slide the Pulley in Idler Arm slot until it centers on Shift
Arm on hydrostatic and wheel ‘creep’ stops.
5. Tighten all fasteners and test by using foot pedal linkage to see that the
‘creep’ is removed.
6. Turn the engine off and lower the machine.
STORAGE
When storing, remove the key from the key switch to avoid unauthorized persons from operating machine.
1. Before storing clean machine thoroughly.
2. Check bolts and nuts, tighten as necessary.
3. Make all repairs that are needed and remove any debris.
4. Remove the battery, adjust the electrolyte level and recharge it. Store the battery in a dry, dark place.
5. Store in a clean and dry area, but NOT near a stove, furnace or water heater which uses a pilot light or any
device that can create a spark.
6. Engines stored over 30 days need to be protected or drained of fuel to prevent gum from forming in a fuel
system or on essential carburetor parts. Check the engine manual and follow the instructions for the
storage of the engine.