SW48-M =T.I.P. Inc.= SW48-M Sweep-N-Clean Congratulations on your purchase of the T.I.P. SW48-M Sweep-N-Clean! You can rest assured that you have one of the highest quality multi-purpose sweepers on the market today. With proper care and maintenance, your Sweep-N-Clean will provide you with years of reliable service. If you have any questions about the Sweep-N-Clean, or any of our other turf care products, feel free to call us or drop us a line.
SW48-M =T.I.P. Inc.= Limited Warranty T.I.P. Inc. warrants that the equipment it manufactures will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from delivery date. This warranty is extended to the Original Purchaser only, and is non-transferrable. Should a defect in materials or workmanship be experienced within the warranty period, T.I.P.
SW48-M GENERAL INFORMATION SW48-M SWEEP-N-CLEAN Congratulations on your purchase of the T.I.P. SW48-M Sweep-N-Clean! You can rest assured that you have one of the highest quality multi-purpose sweepers on the market today. With proper care and maintenance, your Sweep-N-Clean will provide you with years of reliable service.
SW48-M Maintenance Mechanic: The person who knows the entire Sweep-N-Clean, its function and safety standards, who can adjust safety controls and provide the machine's maintenance. It is the company's responsibility to ensure the Maintenance Mechanic is sufficiently trained. Safety Symbols: The Sweep-N-Clean has standardized safety pictogram stickers in several places.
SW48-M The height adjustment of the brush (more or less aggressive sweeping) is accomplished by the Height Adjustment Screws (11). The height of the Sweep-N-Clean can be moved to the transport position with the use of the lever (17) and the transport locking pin. The SW48-M is provided with a pair of Bogey Wheels (20) to prevent gouging of the ground over rolling terrain.
SW48-M SAFETY SW48-M SWEEP-N-CLEAN UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW SAFETY INFORMATION ALL OPERATORS should read and understand all safety information and operating instructions for the Sweep-N-Clean, and learn how to use the controls properly. DO NOT let anyone operate without proper instruction. NEVER use the Sweep-N-Clean for any purpose other than what it is designed for.
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SW48-M CAUTION! Danger of serious injury through pinching between the main frame the closing hopper. Be sure that all personnel are at least 15 feet away before operating the hopper. CAUTION! Danger of injury through pinching around the Front Transport Height Adjustment and near the hitch pivot point.
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SW48-M CAUTION! Danger of serious injury. The engine on the Sweep-N-Clean produces more than 80dbA of noise. Always use proper hearing protection. CAUTION! Danger from fire. Keep all cigarettes, lighters, matches or other open flames away from fuel tank. Fill the fuel tank only in areas with proper ventilation. Keep the engine free of dust and other flammable materials.
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SW48-M CAUTION! Danger of serious injury. Keep all unauthorized people and especially children away from the operating Sweep-N-Clean. CAUTION! There is a danger of serious injury if the Sweep-N-Clean is operated by: Persons younger than 16 years of age. Persons who are not qualified to drive the tow vehicle. Persons without sufficient knowledge concerning the dangers in and around the Sweep-N-Clean.
SW48-M SET-UP SW48-M SWEEP-N-CLEAN CONNECTION TO TOW VEHICLE If your Sweep-N-Clean came delivered on a pallet, first remove machine from pallet. Connect the pin-type hitch to your tow vehicle using a pin that is the appropriate diameter, and secure with a safety clip to ensure pin does not come out during operation. CAUTION! Be sure that the tow vehicle has sufficient power and braking capacity to safely pull the Sweep- N-Clean before use.
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SW48-M Fig. 1: 1. Brush Adjustment Transport Pin. 2. Brush Height Adjustment Screw (x2). 3. Brush Up-Down Lever in "Up" (forward) Position. With machine sitting on a flat, level surface similar to the type to be swept, hold on to the Brush Up-Down Lever, remove the Brush Adjustment Transport Pin, and then ease the Brush Up- Down lever to the appropriate down (rearward) position.
SW48-M The Brush Height Adjustment Arm has a scale that indicates brush position on both sides (Fig. 3). Make sure this setting is the same on both sides. Fig. 3 When sweeping operation is complete, be sure to store brushes in the "Up" position, and not in contact with the ground.
SW48-M OPERATION SW48-M SWEEP-N-CLEAN Review and follow all safety information before operating the Sweep-N-Clean. Only properly trained personnel should operate the Sweep-N-Clean. Be sure all Set-Up procedures have been completed. CHECK BEFORE USE The operator must check the following points on the Sweep-N-Clean before every use of the machine: Check for any bent, dented, cracked, or otherwise broken parts Check the brushes for damage or wear.
SW48-M CAUTION! Be sure to have a good hold on the Brush Up-Down lever before pulling the Transport Pin. When brushes are down, replace the Transport Pin back in the proper Pin hole. Start the engine, if you haven’t already. Start the brushes rotating by turning on the electric clutch toggle switch.
SW48-M CAUTION! Make sure to NOT hold the switch in either the Open or Close position beyond the mechanical limit of the actuator. Prolonged operation at the mechanical limits will cause actuator failure. WARNING! Keep all personnel away from the clamshell hopper cover and all it’s components during operation.
SW48-M MAINTENANCE SW48-M SWEEP-N-CLEAN CAUTION! Be sure to read and understand the SAFETY section of this manual before performing any maintenance on the machine. Be sure motor is off and all power is disconnected before performing maintenance. All maintenance on the Sweep-N-Clean should only be performed by a qualified, properly trained Maintenance Mechanic.
SW48-M g = grease o = oil d = daily w = weekly m = monthly d/w/m 7 Check actuator for proper operation. Inspect particularly for unusual noise or for binding. 8 Check electric clutch for proper engagement. 9 Inspect all wiring for pinching, wear or cuts. 10 Inspect entire machine for wear spots in the paint.
SW48-M ENVIRONMENT SW48-M SWEEP-N-CLEAN GENERAL Dispose of old lubricating oil, oil stained cleaning cloths and any detergents separately as chemical waste. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSEQUENCES LIFE SPAN The Sweep-N-Clean's life expectancy depends on maintenance, operating hours and conditions in the surrounding areas (dust, pollution, humidity and similar factors). Good maintenance increases the Sweep-N-Clean's life expectancy.
SW48-M TROUBLESHOOTING SW48-M SWEEP-N-CLEAN PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Brush is Not Running Electrical Supply Cable Make connection. Unplugged Brush Engine is Not Start Engine. Running Check Fuel Tank. See Engine Manual. Contact Your Dealer. V-Belt Broken or Tension Adjust Tension or Replace Too Low Belt.
SW48-M Safety Decals Ref# Part# Description TP6010 Caution, Before Towing Decal SP106 Warning, Rotating Brush Decal QS3018 Caution, Do Not Reach Decal QS66 No Riders Decal TP6012 Recom. Brush Adjust. Decal TP6013 Do Not Remove Cover Decal GPDNO T.I.P. Do Not Operate Decal IM449-460 Decal, Stop Power Before Servicing IM452-315...
SW48-M MAIL THIS WARRANTY CARD TODAY IF IT IS NOT REGISTERED IN THE HOME OFFICE OF T.I.P. INC. CUSTER, WI 54423 ANY CLAIM YOU HAVE UNDER THE WARRANTY WILL NOT BE HONORED…. DON’T DELAY PLEASE COMPLETE THE WARRANY REGISTRATION RETURN IMMEDIATELY. CUT HERE T.I.P.
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