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AgriMetal BWSP-180 Operator's Manual

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your choice of an AgriMetal Self-Propelled Blower to complement your operation.
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discerning turf care indus-
try.
Safe, efficient and trouble free operation of your AgriMetal Self-Propelled Blower requires that you and
anyone else who will be operating or maintaining the machine, read and understand the Safety, Opera-
tion, Maintenance and Trouble Shooting information contained within the Operator's Manual.
This manual covers the Model Self-Propelled Blower. Use the Table of Contents or Index as a guide to
locate required information.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your
AgriMetal Dealer or Distributor if you need assistance, information or additional copies of the manuals.
OPERATOR ORIENTATION - The directions left, right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout this
manual, are as seen from sitting on the driver's seat and facing in the direction of travel.
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  • Page 1 This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discerning turf care indus- try. Safe, efficient and trouble free operation of your AgriMetal Self-Propelled Blower requires that you and anyone else who will be operating or maintaining the machine, read and understand the Safety, Opera- tion, Maintenance and Trouble Shooting information contained within the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 2: Safety Alert Symbol

    If you have any questions not answered in this manual or require additional copies or the manual is dam- aged, please contact your dealer or AgriMetal Inc., 1006 Rue Principale, Wickham, Quebec, Canada, J0C 1S0. Phone (819) 398-6883 or fax (819) 398-5311.

  • Page 3: General Safety

    SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and 1. Read and understand the maintenance of your AgriMetal Self-Propelled Operator’s Manual and all Blower. YOU must ensure that you and anyone safety signs before operat- else who is going to operate, maintain or work...

  • Page 4: Equipment Safety Guidelines

    EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES 1. Safety of the operator and bystanders is one 6. This equipment is dangerous to children and of the main concerns in designing and de- persons unfamiliar with its operation. The veloping a machine. However, every year operator should be a responsible, properly many accidents occur which could have been trained and physically able person familiar...

  • Page 5: Safety Training

    SAFETY TRAINING SAFETY SIGNS 1. Safety is a primary concern in the design and 1. Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times. manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act of an 2.
  • Page 6 OPERATING SAFETY 1. Please remember it is important that you read 8. Use extreme care when moving. Slow down and heed the safety signs on the Blower. on turns and watch out for bumps. Clean or replace all safety signs if they can- not be clearly read and understood.

  • Page 7: Transport Safety

    TRANSPORT SAFETY REFUELLING SAFETY 1. Handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable. 1. The machine is not designed or equipped to travel on public roads. Do not drive or trans- 2. Allow engine to cool for 5 minutes before refu- port on public roads.

  • Page 8: Maintenance Safety

    2.10 MAINTENANCE SAFETY 2.11 BATTERY SAFETY 1. Good maintenance is your responsibility. 1. Keep all sparks and flames away from batter- Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble. ies, as gas given off by electrolyte is explo- sive. 2. Follow good shop practices. 2.

  • Page 9: Gas Motor Safety

    2.13 GAS MOTOR SAFETY 14. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug re- moved. If engine is flooded, place throttle in "FAST" position and crank until engine starts. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING AND MAIN- 15. DO NOT strike flywheel with a hard object or TENANCE INSTRUCTIONS THAT CAME WITH metal tool as this may cause flywheel to shat- YOUR ENGINE.

  • Page 10: Sign-Off Form

    2.14 SIGN-OFF FORM AgriMetal follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers (ASAE) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone who will be operating and/or maintaining the Self-Propelled Blower must read and clearly understand ALL Safety, Operating and Maintenance information presented in this manual.

  • Page 11: Safety Sign Locations

    SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the area, or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS. •...
  • Page 12 The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the area, or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS. •...
  • Page 13 The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the area, or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS. •...
  • Page 14 The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the area, or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS. •...

  • Page 15: Machine Assembly

    ASSEMBLING MACHINE ASSEMBLY The machine is shipped from the factory in a partially disassembled configuration and attached to a pallet that provides for easy moving and handling. Always use tools, equip- ment and forklifts of appropriate size and capacity for the job. Always use 2 men when lifting, moving and assem- bling the machine.
  • Page 16 5. Cut strapping and remove screws holding compo- nents to pallet. Fig. 2 LOOSENING 6. Lay out components. Fig. 3 LAYOUT...
  • Page 17 7. Mount the deflector to the discharge outlet. Be sure to align arrows when mounting. 8. Tighten fasteners to their specified torque. Arrows Fasteners Fig. 4 DEFLECTOR 9. Connect the battery ca- bles and tighten fasteners to their specified torque. NOTE Connect red wire to positive post and...

  • Page 18: Operation

    TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER Follow all safety instructions exactly. Safety AgriMetal Self-Propelled Blowers are designed to is everyone's business. By following recom- quickly and efficiently, blow away leaves, cuttings mended procedures, a safe working environ- and other debris.

  • Page 19: Machine Components

    MACHINE COMPONENTS The AgriMetal Self- Propelled Blower is a large blower mounted on a powered frame for moving debris on a stream of air. The air stream can be directed to the right, left, up or down depending on the duct position.

  • Page 20: Pre-Operation Checklist

    BREAK-IN PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST Although there are no operational restrictions on Efficient and safe operation of the AgriMetal the Blower when it is used for the first time, it is Self-Propelled Blower requires that each operator recommended that the following mechanical items...
  • Page 21 CONTROLS Before starting to work, all operators should famil- iarize themselves with the location and function of the controls. 1. Engine: Read the engine manu- facturers operator's manual before starting for more detailed in- structions. a. Ignition Switch: This key operated switch controls the electric power to the engine.
  • Page 22 3. Park Brake: This lever controls the Blower park brake. Move the lever rearward to engage the park brake and forward to release. Always engage the park brake whenever the engine is stopped. Disengaged Engaged Fig. 8 PARK BRAKE 4. Tractive Controls: These foot pedals control the hydrostatic tractive drive system.
  • Page 23 5. Hydrostatic Engage/Disen- gage: This push/pull lever sets the swash plate angle of the hydrostatic piston pump. Pull the lever out to disengage the hydrostatic sys- tem and push in to engage it. The lever must be pulled out before the unit can be towed.

  • Page 24: Field Operation

    FIELD OPERATION OPERATING SAFETY • Please remember it is important that you • Do not allow anyone who is not familiar with read and heed the safety signs on the the safety rules and operation instructions to Blower. Clean or replace all safety signs if use this machine.
  • Page 25 5. Starting Machine: a. Engage park brake. c. Close the choke if the engine is cold. d. Move the throttle to its 1/4 throttle position. e. Use the ignition switch on the front frame to start the engine. Run the engine for a few minutes to allow it to warm.
  • Page 26 9. Drive to the working area. 10. Travel Speed: Set the travel speed appropriate for the job being done. Travel faster if all the debris is being blown away. Slow down if some debris is not being removed. To Left To Right Fig.
  • Page 27 11. Center Duct: The Blower is designed with a moveable duct that can be used to direct the air to the left, right, up or down. Use the spring-loaded rotary switch on the control module to change the duct position. NOTE The machine igni- tion switch must be...
  • Page 28 12. Blower Engine Operating RPM: Run the blower engine at a fast enough speed to get the job done and provide suf- ficient power for the hydro- static drive. 13. Clean the intake screen as required to insure ample flow of air to the fan.
  • Page 29 16. Lifting: Always attach to the center strap on the frame when it is necessary to lift the machine. Be sure the lift- ing device has sufficient lifting capacity and stability for the job. Fig. 18 LIFTING 17. Poultry Operations: The Blower can be used to blow out poultry barns be- tween cycles.
  • Page 30 18. Application Hints: a. Cleaning fairways or large open areas: When moving the material to one side, start at the opposite side and blow toward the receiving side. Use the center duct to change the air flow direction when coming back. When moving the material to all sides, start in the middle and move outward toward the edges while going around.
  • Page 31 b. Cleaning parking lots or other paved surfaces: Blow only the area that needs cleaning. Run only at a speed necessary to move the debris. iii. Direct the air stream with care. The blower can produce an air flow speed in excess of 292 kph (175 mph).
  • Page 32 TRANSPORTING TRANSPORT SAFETY • Do not drink and drive. • The machine is not designed or equipped to travel on public roads. Do not drive or trans- • Turn into curves or go up or down hills only port on public roads. at a low speed and at a gradual steering angle.

  • Page 33: Storage Safety

    STORAGE STORAGE SAFETY • Store the unit in an area away from human activity. • Do not permit children to play on or around the stored machine. • Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support the frame with planks if required. At the end of the season, the machine should be thoroughly inspected and prepared for storage.

  • Page 34: Service And Maintenance

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE SERVICE MAINTENANCE SAFETY 6.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS • Good maintenance is your responsibil- ity. Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble. 1. Grease: Use an SAE multipurpose high temperature • Follow good shop practices. grease with extreme pressure (EP) perform- ance.

  • Page 35: Servicing Intervals

    6.1.3 SERVICING INTERVALS The period recommended is based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual condi- tions may require more frequent lubrication or oil changes. 8 Hours or Daily 1. Clean blower air intake screen. Fig. 25 AIR INTAKE SCREEN 2.
  • Page 36 3. Check fuel level. Fig. 27 GAS TANK 4. Clean air cleaner. Fig. 28 AIR CLEANER 50 Hours 1. Change engine oil. 2. Check tire pressure. Pressurize to (25 psi) maximum. Fig. 29 ENGINE DRAIN PLUG...

  • Page 37: Belt Tension And Alignment

    3. Check hydrostatic drive belt tension and pulley alignment. Fig. 30 BELT TENSION AND ALIGNMENT 100 Hours 1. Change engine oil filter. Fig. 31 OIL FILTER...
  • Page 38 Annually 1. Change in line fuel filter. Fig. 32 IN LINE FUEL FILTER 2. Clean machine. Fig. 33 MACHINE...

  • Page 39: Service Record

    6.1.4 SERVICE RECORD See Lubrication and Maintenance sections for details of service. Copy this page to continue record. ACTION CODE: CK CHECK CLEAN GREASE CH CHANGE HOURS SERVICED MAINTENANCE 8 Hours or Daily CL Blower Air Intake Screen CK Engine Oil Level CK Fuel Level CL Air Cleaner 50 Hours...

  • Page 40: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE By following a careful service and maintenance program for your machine, you will enjoy many years of trouble-free operation. 6.2.1 CLEANING AIR CLEANER 1. Review the Operator's Manual for the engine. 2. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine and remove igni- tion key before maintaining.

  • Page 41: Changing Engine Oil And Filter

    6.2.2 CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND FILTER 1. Review the Operator's Manual for the engine. 2. Place all controls in neutral, stop engine and remove ignition key before maintain- ing. 3. Allow the engine to cool before changing the oil. Hot oil can cause burns if it con- tacts exposed skin.

  • Page 42: Drive Belt

    6.2.3 DRIVE BELT A V belt transmits rotational power between the engine and the hydrostatic pump under the front of the frame. It must be maintained in good condition to transmit power to the pump. To maintain belt, follow this procedure: 1.
  • Page 43 6.2.4 STEERING CABLES The machine is turned by the rear set of wheels. A set of cables between the steering wheel and the rear axle as- sembly control the position of the wheel angle. To maintain the steering cables, follow this procedure: 1.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING The AgriMetal Self-Propelled Blower is a large self-propelled blower that can be used to blow leaves, grass clippings, trash and debris. It is a simple system that requires minimal maintenance. In the following Trouble Shooting section, we have listed many of the problems, causes and solutions that can help you to solve the problems that you might encounter.

  • Page 45: Specifications

    HEIGHT 50" (127 CM) WEIGHT BWSP-180 750 LBS (340 KG) SHIPPING WEIGHT BWSP-180 800 LBS (362 KG) SHIPPING DIMENSIONS 71" X 48" X 56" HEIGHT (180 CM X 122 CM X 142 CM HEIGHT) SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE...

  • Page 46: Checking Bolt Torque

    BOLT TORQUE CHECKING BOLT TORQUE The tables shown below give correct torque values for various bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted. Check tightness of bolts periodically, using bolt torque chart as a guide. Replace hardware with the same strength bolt. ENGLISH TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Bolt Bolt Torque *...
  • Page 47 INDEX PAGE PAGE Assembling .............15 Safety ..............2 Machine Assembly ........15 Battery Safety ...........8 Eqiupment Safety ........4 Gas Motor Safety ........9 General Safety ..........3 Hydraulic Safety ........8 Maintenance Safety ........8 Introduction ............1 Operating Safety ........6 Refuelling Safety ........7 Safety Signs ..........5 Safety Training ..........5 Sign-Off Form..........10 Storage Safety ..........7...

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