Smithco Sweep Star 48H Operator Manual (2013) - Manual (Page 13)

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CONTROLS & INSTRUMENTS
A. Hour Meter - The hour meter indicates hours of machine operation. It operates only when the ignition
switch is on.
B. Ignition Switch - The ignition switch has three positions: Off - Run - Start.
C. Hand Throttle - The hand throttle is used to regulate engine speed.
D. Reel Lift Lever - The reel lift lever is used raise and lower the reel. Pull back to raise the reel. Push forward
to lower the reel.
E. Hopper Lift Lever - The hopper lift lever is used to raise and lower the hopper. Pull back to raise the hopper.
Push forward to lower the hopper.
F. Tailgate Lever - The tailgate lever is used to open and close the tailgate. Pull back to open the tailgate.
Push forward to close the tailgate. Tailgate tends to creep open while sweeping. Frequently close the
tailgate to ensure no creeping.
G. Oil Light - The oil light should come on when the ignition is on without the engine running and go out when
the engine is running. The oil light will light when the oil pressure is low. If oil light should come on, shut
engine off immediately and find the cause.
H. Electric Clutch - Controls the reel electrically. Move the switch to the left and the reel will disengage. If
moved to the right reel will engage. NOTE: Electric clutch must be disengaged before starting.
I. Inclinometer - Indicates machine tilt on side hill. DO NOT EXCEED 10°.
J. Choke - The choke is used in starting the engine. Pull choke out to close choke plate when starting a
cold engine. Push in when engine starts. A warm engine may not require "choking" to start.