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Operator’s Sand Star Zee Model 45-501-A March 2018 Product Support: Hwy SS & Poplar Ave; Cameron WI 54822 1-800-891-9435 productsupport@smithco.com...
Thank you for purchasing a Smithco product. Read this manual and all other manuals pertaining to the Sand Star Zee carefully as they contain safety, op- erating, assembly and maintenance instructions. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
Hour Meter Oil Level Park Brake Park Brake Slow Fast Lift Arm Release Hydraulic Fluid Hot Surface No Riders Moving Parts Pinch Point Penetration 20° MAX Rollover Warning Blower Headlamp Seat Belt Danger Danger Caution PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. IMPORTANT: Blue. Indicates procedures which should be followed to avoid damage to the machine. Safety PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
New decals are available from your authorized distributor or factory. This is a list of decals located on the Sand Star Zee. Part number, description and location will help in reordering decals. 13-063...
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.
SETUP ASSEMBLY The Sand Star Zee arrives from Smithco with some assembly required before service. REAR WHEEL MOUNTING 1. Set park brake. Push the brake down past center and the park brake is engaged. 2. Block front tire. Jack up rear of machine being careful not to damage underside of machine. Place wheel on hub lining up bolt holes.
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4. Battery not furnished. Install an automotive type SP 375 cold cranking amps (minimum) battery in the battery box of the Sand Star Zee. This is a negative grounding system. Attach the rubber battery (C) hold-down found in the small parts bag.
Light - (OPTIONAL) This is a holder for rocker switch to turn on and off lights. M. Rake Holder - used to carry hand rake. N. Cup Holder - Cup holder for large cup. PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
The machine can move rapidly if one steering control is moved much further than the other. Reverse Neutral Forward Right Zero Turn Do not drive up and down hills with slopes greater than 10°. Do not drive across slopes. PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
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To lift and lower the rear attachments on the 45-501, use the rocker switch on the right control lever. Pushing the switch up will raise the rear attachment. Pushing the rocker switch down will lower the rear attachment. Rear Electric Lift Rocker Switch PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
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The Speed Boss can be adjusted on either end of the speed boss cable. Tighten or loosen the yoke or ball joint to get desired down pressure. Make adjustment with the actuator in the lifted up position. Check down pressure before continuing. PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
Parker Dura Clean Hydraulic Oil or Equivalent of AW32 minimum hydraulic oil. 8. Inspect steering control levers, throttle and shift linkages for good hookups and clear travel. 9. Check controls for smooth, proper working operation. PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
Torque the wheel lug nuts. (64-74 ft/lb (87-100 Nm)) • Check battery terminals and electrolyte level In dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present, clean more often Not required unless engine performance problems are noted. PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
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Check the Instrumentation Inspect electrical system for frayed wires Check park brake adjustment Change oil filter. Change oil. Lubricate Machine Ensure all warning decals are intact. Areas of Concern Inspection Performed by: Item Date Information PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
4. Connect other end of cable (D) to engine block on unit Solenoid being started. To prevent damage to other electrical components on unit being started, make certain that engine is at idle speed before discon- necting jumper cables. PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
After exiting trap, secure machines in accordance with practices described in this manual. Rake trap edges, slopes and “enter /exit” area with a hand rake. After returning to maintenance area, thoroughly clean machine, check fluids, and lubricate as advised in this manual. PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
Widna tal-Operatur ▪ Dopuszczalny poziom hałasu dla operatora ▪ Nível sonoro nos ouvidos do operador ▪ Nivelul zgomotului la urechea operatorului ▪ Hladina hluku pôsobiaca na sluch operátora ▪ Raven hrupa pri ušesu upravljavca ▪ Nivel sonoro en el oído del operador ▪ Ljudnivå vid förarens öra PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
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Hyväksyntänumero ▪ Numéro de certificat ▪ Bescheinigungsnummer ▪ Αριθμός Πιστοποιητικού ▪ Hitelesítési szám ▪ Numero del certificato ▪ 455002018-1 Sertifikāta numurs ▪ Sertifikato numeris ▪ Numru taċ-Ċertifikat ▪ Numer certyfikatu ▪ Número do Certificado ▪ Număr certificat ▪ Číslo osvedčenia ▪ Številka certifikata ▪ Número de certificado ▪ Certifikatsnummer PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
Hydro Filter FLUIDS Engine Oil Refer to Engine Manual Hydraulic Fluid 1.75 Gallon of Parker Dura Clean Hydraulic Oil or equivalent of AW32 minimum hydraulic oil. OTHER PARTS Spark Plug RC12YC (Gap 0.030 inch (0.76mm)) PARTS MANUALS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT smithco.com...
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30 days from discovery of the condition. If you need help locating an Authorized Smithco Distributor, or if you have questions regarding your warranty rights or responsibilities, you may contact us at: Smithco Product Support Department 200 West Poplar Ave.
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This warranty does not apply to normal “wear and tear” items. Normal “Wear and Tear” includes, but is not limited to, damage to seats due to wear or abrasion, worn painted surfaces, scratched decals or windows, etc. Smithco may require the return of failed parts or components in order to determine the validity of any warranty claim.
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