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IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY WARNING! This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
GENERAL INFORMATION Thank you for your purchasing a Steel Green machine! Please read and understand this manual before operating this piece of equipment. This manual will assist you in areas of operation, safety, and maintenance. Any unresolved question can be directed to Steel Green Mfg.
SAFE OPERATION CAUTION! THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR UNIT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. GENERAL OPERATION RE-FUELING •...
CONTROLS AND OPERATION SPEED BAR LEFT JOY STICK RIGHT JOY STICK IGNITION KEY ENGINE CHOKE ENGINE THROTTLE SPEEDOMETER...
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CONTROLS AND OPERATION CHEST PAD MACHINE OPERATION: • To drive the machine, step up on the foot board and rest against the chest pad. FOOT BOARD • Start the machine by turning the key with a little throttle and choke if needed.
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CONTROLS AND OPERATION LEFT TURN JOY STICKS: • The left joy stick maneuvers the left tire for- ward and reverse. • The right joy stick maneuvers the right tire for- ward and reverse. DRIVING THE MACHINE: • Move both joy sticks forward to drive forward. •...
CONTROLS AND OPERATION (SPREADER) SPREADER CALIBRATION / RATE CAUTION! • To avoid injury to hand, ensure motor is switched OFF before adjusting. • Wear appropriate clothing and safety equipment when applying and handling chemicals . • Accuway balances the spread pattern by shifting the product placement on the spinner.
Approximate rates are listed at 5 mph ground speed and 16 foot spread width. REMEMBER! Published dial settings can be approximate only. The operation of the spreader, the condition of the material (damp or dry or over-pulverized) and weather conditions, are all contributing factors. SPREADER CLEANING •...
The 3 Lever Valves can be opened all at once or individually depending on the desired spray width. The Middle Valve controls the middle boom which holds 3 (SG52) or 2 (SG46, SG42, SG36) nozzles. The Left and Right Valves control the left and right boom wings.
CONTROLS AND OPERATION (PUMP) • Spray Pressure is controlled by the Pressure Regulator located to the right of the boom control valves. • Pressure is increased by turning the Pressure Regu- lator clockwise (right) and decreased by turning counter-clockwise (left) •...
HOSE REEL OPERATION • Each SG model is also equipped with either a 75’ Hose Reel (SG52, SG46, SG42) or a 15’ Coil Hose (SG36). This is meant to assist with spot spraying and or areas that are not able to be reached by the Machine.
HOPPER DRAIN INSTRUCTIONS STEP ONE: Squeeze and rotate the spring to STEP TWO: Slide the spinner off of the rod. disconnect it from the rod, then pull it out of the spinner. STEP THREE: Place a bucket under the hopper trap, open the NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the bolt trap to drain the hopper.
CARE & MAINTENANCE WINTERIZATION CAUTION! • Proper winterization of the spray system helps to prevent damage to the system due to wintertime freezing. Follow these easy steps: • Understand service and maintenance procedure before performing any work on this machine or ...
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CARE & MAINTENANCE SUGGESTED SERVICE ACTION DAILY WEEKLY BI-WEEKLY MONTHLY YEARLY HOURS Front Caster Wheels Grease bucket Front Caster Yoke Grease Front Tire Pressure 22PSI Front Tire Bearing Preload Rear Tire Pressure 18PSI Rear Lug Nut Torque 75Lbs Rear Hub Castle Nut Check the cotter pin Frame Hardware Check all bolts &...
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CARE & MAINTENANCE GREASE POINTS There are 5 grease points on this machine. 1 on each front tire. 1 on each of the castor tubes 1 on the idler arm Idler Arm grease point Castor Tube Grease Point (BOTH SIDES) Tire Grease point (BOTH FRONT TIRES)
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DRAWINGS & DIAGRAMS NOTE: Please visit us at steelgreenmfg.com for drive belt replacement instructions, more part diagrams and instruction manuals. DRIVE BELTS: A48R SG 36/42 A50R SG 46/52...
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DRAWINGS & DIAGRAMS HOPPER ASSEMBLY HOPPER SG36 PARTS LIST ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION R21-095 PANNEL, SIDE, HOPPER, SG36 NFW-14B WASHER, PLASTIC R21-095-R PANNEL, SIDE, HOPPER, SG36, RIGHT TRPC-141S PHILLIPS SCREW, SS - 1/4-20 x 1 R21-044 CROSS MEMBER, FRONT, SG36 HOPPER SSNNC-14...
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DRAWINGS & DIAGRAMS HOPPER SG52 PARTS LIST ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION ITEM QTY PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION R21-043-L PANNEL, SIDE, HOPPER, SG52, LEFT NFW-14B WASHER, PLASTIC R21-043-R PANNEL, SIDE, HOPPER, SG52, RIGHT TRPC-141S PHILLIPS SCREW, SS - 1/4-20 x 1...
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DRAWINGS & DIAGRAMS ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION TRPC-141S PHILLIPS SCREW, SS - 1/4-20 x 1 H84016 1/2 MALE JIC X 1/2 ORB ELB H84005 1/2 MALE JIC X 3/4 ORB ELB H84025 1/4 MALE JIC X 3/8 ORB ELB MED H84004 1/4 MALE JIC x 3/8 ORB ELB H84002...
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DRAWINGS & DIAGRAMS PUMP PORT B PUMP PORT A HOSE 2 HOSE 1 HOSE 2 HOSE 1...
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DRAWINGS & DIAGRAMS PUMP PORT B PUMP PORT A HOSE 4 HOSE 3 HOSE 3 HOSE 4...
Steel Green Manufacturing, LLC 1-Year Limited Warranty A. WHAT IS COVERED – This Warranty applies to equipment having model numbers SG52, SG46, SG42, and SG36 (“Equipment”) manufactured by Steel Green Manufacturing, LLC, an Indiana limited liability company (“Steel Green”). This Warranty only applies to Equipment purchased directly from Steel Green or an authorized dealer or distributor of the Equipment (“Authorized Dealers”) in the United States.
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STEEL GREEN’S ONLY LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO THIS WARRANTY AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE FOR THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS AS SET FORTH HEREIN. NO CLAIM FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY SHALL ENTITLE YOU TO CANCELLATION OR RESCISSION OF THE PURCHASE OF THE EQUIPMENT.
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