Smithco 41-000A Manuel utilisateur

Sand Star CVT
Model 41-000A 2WD Mechanical
June 2023
Product Support: Hwy SS & Poplar Ave; Cameron WI 54822
1-800-891-9435 productsupport@smithco.com
Operator’s

Introduction Service Reference
CONTENTStion 1-11
Introduction........................................................1-9
Introduction........................................................................................1
Symbols.............................................................................................2
Safety ...............................................................................................3
Warning Decal Location.....................................................................4
Safe Practices ...................................................................................5
Specications ...................................................................................6
Setup .................................................................................................7
Controls & Instruments ..................................................................8-9
Service............................................................10-14
Operation.........................................................................................10
Daily Checklist ................................................................................. 11
Service Charts .................................................................................12
How To Rake A Sand Trap..............................................................13
Battery .............................................................................................14
Reference .......................................................15-17
Declaration of Conformity ...........................................................15-16
Limited Warranty..................................................................................

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Smithco product.
Read this manual and all other manuals pertaining to the Bunker Rake carefully as they contain safety, oper-
ating, assembly and maintenance instructions. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment
damage.
Keep manuals in a safe place after operator and maintenance personnel have read them. Right and left sides
are from the operator’s seat, facing forward.
All Smithco machines have a Serial Number and Model Number. Both numbers are needed when ordering
parts. Serial number tag is located on left rear ROPs mount post. Refer to engine manual for placement of
engine serial number.
For product and accessory information, help nding a dealer, or to register your product please contact us at
www.Smithco.com.
Information needed when ordering replacement parts:
1. Model Number of machine
2. Serial Number of machine
3. Name and Part Number of part
4. Quantity of parts
For easy access record your Serial and Model numbers here.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
WARNING
Failure to follow cautious operating practices
can result in serious injury to the operator or
other persons. The owner must understand
these instructions, and must allow only trained
persons who understand these instructions to
operate this vehicle.
WARNING:
Engine exhaust and some of its constituents are
known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
For more information visit
www.P65Warning.ca.gov

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SYMBOLS
20° MAX
Read Operator’s
Manual
Engine Stop Engine Start Engine Run Engine Oil
Water
Temperature RPM Gasoline Diesel Glow Plug
Hour Meter Hand Throttle Choke Hydraulic
Oil Level
Ground Speed
Park Brake Park Brake
Release
Lift Arm
Slow
Moving Parts Pinch Point Hydraulic Fluid
Penetration
Warning
Danger
Caution
Fast
Rollover
Danger
Hot Surface
Headlamp Seat Belt
No Riders
Blower

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SAFETY
Read and understand this manual and all safety signs before operating and maintaining. Review
the safety instructions and precautions annually.
TAKE NOTE! THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL FOUND THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL IS USED
TO CALL YOUR ATTENTION TO INSTRUCTIONS INVOLVING YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY AND
THE SAFETY OF OTHERS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN
INJURY OR DEATH.
Safety Alert Symbol
This symbol with a warning statement means:
WARNING! BE ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Carefully read the message that follows
SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS
Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION with the safety messages. The appro-
priate signal word for each has been selected using the following guidelines:
DANGER: Red. Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to
the most extreme situations typically for machine
components which, for functional purposes, cannot be
guarded.
WARNING: Orange. Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury, and includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed. It may also be used to
alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION: Yellow. Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
IMPORTANT: Blue. Indicates procedures which
should be
followed to avoid damage to the machine.

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DECAL LOCATION
REMEMBER: If Safety Signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced
without decals, new decals must be applied. New decals are available from your authorized
distributor or factory.
A 41-086 Decal, Dash Panel 1
B 27-077 Decal, Round Smithco 1
C 16-088 Decal, Warning 1
D 25-277 Decal, Battery 1
E 41-091 Decal, Sand Star 2
F 25-373 Decal, Smithco Star, Small 1
G 25-374 Decal, Smithco Star, Large 1
H 25-370 Decal, DbA 88 1
I 25-354 Decal, Tire Pressure 5PSI 3

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SAFE PRACTICES
1. It is your responsibility to read this manual and all publications associated with this machine (engine,
accessories and attachments).
2. Never allow anyone to operate or service the machine or its attachments without proper training and
instructions. Never allow minors to operate any equipment.
3. Learn the proper use of the machine, the location and purpose of all the controls and gauges before
you operate the equipment. Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to accidents.
4. Wear all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on your head, eyes, ears, hands and feet. Operate the
machine only in daylight or in good articial light.
5. Inspect the area where the equipment will be used. Pick up all debris you can nd before operating.
Beware of overhead obstructions and underground obstacles. Stay alert for hidden hazards.
6. Never operate equipment that is not in perfect working order or without decals, guards, shields, or other
protective devices in place.
7. Never disconnect or bypass any switch.
8. Carbon monoxide in the exhaust fumes can be fatal when inhaled, never operate a machine without
proper ventilation.
9. Fuel is highly ammable, handle with care. Stop engine and allow to cool before lling. When lling
tank, stop 1 inch(2.54 cm) from top. Leave room for expansion. DO NOT OVERFILL.
10. Keep engine clean. Allow the engine to cool before storing and always remove the ignition key.
11. After engine has started machine must not move. If movement is evident, the neutral mechanism is not
adjusted correctly. Shut engine o and readjust so the machine does not move when in neutral position.
13. Never use your hands to search for oil leaks.
14. This machine demands your attention. To prevent loss of control or tipping of the vehicle:
A. Use extra caution in backing up the vehicle. Ensure area is clear.
B. Do not stop or start suddenly on any slope.
C. Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns. Use caution when changing directions on slopes.
D. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
15. Before leaving operator’s position for any reason:
A. Disengage all drives.
B. Lower all attachments to the ground.
C. Set park brake.
D. Shut engine o and remove the ignition key.
16. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from moving parts. Wait for all movement to stop before you clean,
adjust or service the machine.
17. Keep the area of operation clear of all bystanders.
18. Never carry passengers.
19. Stop engine before making repairs/adjustments or checking/adding oil to the crankcase.
20. Use parts and materials supplied by Smithco only. Do not modify any function or part.
These machines are intended for professional maintenance on golf courses, sports turf, and any other
area maintained turf and related trails, paths and lots. No guaranty as to the suitability for any task is
expressed or implied.

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MECHANICAL SAND STAR SPECIFICATIONS
WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS
Length 68" (1.73 m)
Width 61" (1.55 m)
Height 50" (1.3 m)
Wheel Base 51" (1.3 m)
Ground Clearance 5.5" - 7" (13 -18 cm)
Weight 841 lbs. (381 kg)
SOUND LEVEL (EAR PROTECTION REQUIRED)
At Ear Level 85 dB
ENGINE
Make Briggs and Stratton
Model# 19L237
Type / Spec# 0042-F1
Horsepower 10 hp (7.46 kW)
Fuel Minimum of 87 octane
Alternator 10 Amp
WHEELS & TIRE Front: 20 X 10 - 10 Turf Tires 5 psi (.34 bar) Smithco # 52-120
Rear: 25 X 10 - 12 Turf Tires 5 psi (.34 bar) Smithco # 45-617
SPEED
Forward Speed 0 to 12 m.p.h. (0-19 kph)
Reverse Speed 0 to 5 m.p.h. (0-8 kph)
BATTERY Lawn & Garden Type SP 35
BCI Group Size 35
Cold Cranking Amps 300
Ground Terminal Polarity Negative (-)
Maximum Length 7.5" (19 cm)
Maximum Width 5" (12,7 cm)
Maximum Height 7.5" (19 cm)
FLUID CAPACITY
Crankcase Oil See Engine Manual
Fuel 3.8 quarts (3.6 liters)
ACCESSORIES
13-298 Fan Rake
13-644 Aluminum Plow
41-021 Sand Cultivator-Straight Blades
41-022 Sand Cultivator-Spring Tines
41-023 Sand Cultivator - Vertical Blades
42-130 84" Mild Steel Tournament Rake
42-132 72" Mild Steel Tournament Rake
42-391 72" ProBrush Tournament Rake
42-392 84" ProBrush Tournament Rake
13-758 Rake with Finishing Blades
13-438 Rake with Finishing Blades
13-319 Fan Rake Kit for 13-438K
26-007 Professional Ineld Finisher
26-008 Flex action Field Finisher
43-002 Flex Action Field Finisher with Brush

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SETUP
The Bunker Rakes arrive from Smithco with some assembly required before service.
1. Set park brake. Push the brake down past center and the park brake is engaged.
2. Rear wheel mounting. Block front tire. Jack up rear of machine
being careful not to damage underside of machine. Place wheel
on hub lining up bolt holes. Use the ten lug nuts provided. Then
torque to 64 - 74 ft/lb (87-100 Nm) using a cross pattern. Re-
torque after the rst 10 hours and every 200 hours thereafter.
Lower machine to ground and remove blocks and jack.
3. Install steering wheel (Ref 1) on machine. Put steering wheel onto
shaft (Ref 3) or tilt steering mechanism. Line up holes and insert
1/4x 2" Roll Pin (Ref 2) into wheel shaft or tighten nut, depending
the model.
4. Check the tire pressure. The Knobby tire pressure should be 5 psi
(0.34 bar). Turf Trac Tire pressure should be 5 psi (.34 bar).
5. Battery not furnished. Install an automotive type 45 -12 volt;
480 cold cranking amps (minimum) battery in the battery box of
the Sand Stars This is a negative grounding system. Attach the battery hold-downs. Then attach red
positive (+) cable (A) to positive terminal. Slide rubber
boot over the positive terminal to prevent shorts.
Attach black negative (-) cable (B) to the negative
terminal.
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 the red positive
(+) cable (A) to the battery rst. When discon-
necting remove the black negative (-) cable
(B) rst.
6. Check engine oil and add as necessary. See engine manual for recommended motor oil. DO NOT
OVERFILL.
7. Fill Gas Tanks with Unleaded 87 Octane gasoline (minimum). When lling the fuel tank stop when the
fuel reaches 1 inch (2.54cm) from the top. This space is necessary for fuel expansion. DO NOT OVER-
FILL.
Fuel is ammable. Caution must be used when storing or handling it. Do
not ll fuel tank while engine is operating or in an enclosed area. Fumes are
explosive and dangerous to inhale. DO NOT SMOKE while lling the fuel tank.
DO NOT OVERFILL.
8. Machine should be greased before starting.
9. Read operating instructions before starting machine.

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CONTROLS & INSTRUMENTS
INSTRUMENTS LOCATED ON THE CONTROL PANEL
A. Oil Light - The oil light should come on when crankcase oil
is low.
B . Ignition Switch - The ignition switch has three positions:
O-Run-Start.
C. Electric Rake Lift - raises and lowers rear attachments. To
raise push top of toggle switch, to lower push bottom of tog-
gle switch back. Release the toggle switch when attachment
is in proper position and lever will return to neutral.
D. Light - (OPTIONAL) This is a Rocker switch to turn on and
o lights.
E. Park Brake - engages and disengages the park brake. Pull
lever back to disengage and push forward to engage. To
adjust, turn the knob on the end of the handle.
STEERING
Acquaint yourself with the steering before operating the machine. This machine is equipped with a tilt steer-
ing mechanism. The lever to tilt the steering wheel is located at bottom of rubber boot on steering column.
Hold the lever down and adjust the steering wheel to a comfortable position.
NEUTRAL START
Stop machine motion before shifting engine to idle.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Seat adjustment lever is located under front of seat on left side. It allows seat adjustment forward or backward
for operator's comfort. The seat also has the start safety switch in it. To start the Sand Star the operator must
be sitting on the seat.
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