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SPS8 Gas Multi-Use Surface Preparator User Manual MANUFACTURING Cutters / Removers / Parts / Support (954) 941-9744 SMITHMFG www. .com 1-800-653-9311 www.SmithMfg.com 1800 422 992 sales@allprep.com.au www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
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SPS8 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on purchasing INDEX the SPS8™ Surface Preparator from SMITH Mfg. Company. Your machine will: more 11-13 14-15 16-21 22-23 BEFORE START-UP, READ THIS.. 1800 422 992 VERSION 10/2016 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
Incorrect use of the surface preparator can result in property damage, personal injury, or death. Be sure to read and follow all directions and precautions as outlined in this manual. REMEMBER: VERSION 10/2016 1800 422 992 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
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SPS8 YOUR SPS8 SURFACE PREPARATOR Throttle 1800 422 992 VERSION 10/2016 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
Corded “Engine Kill” Button (not available on electric motor): *Engine repair and engine warranty issues are handled directly by your local engine service center. running. VERSION 10/2016 1800 422 992 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
The cutter tips alone should strike the surface contact. Contacting the removal surface too deeply will cause premature wear to cutters, shafts, drum and other components! 1800 422 992 VERSION 10/2016 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
Any and all transportation charges are to be borne by the purchaser. To ensure product safety and reliability, and to maintain your warranty, always use genuine replacement cutters and parts from SMITH when making repairs to the equipment. for information. www.smithmfg.com VERSION 10/2016 1800 422 992 sales@allprep.com.au...
*Engine repair and engine warranty Drive shaft worn issues are handled directly Improper cutter set-up by your local engine service center. Drum contacting ground Wheels worn out 1800 422 992 VERSION 10/2016 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
3/4” socket or wrench (A) and place the 1” wrench over the hex shaft to prevent it from rotating (B). *TIP: SMITH recommends owning an extra drum loaded with cutters for rapid job-sight replacements, and to ensure that the 6 cut-...
Continue to screw the proper position for servicing. it in until resistance is felt. 2. Disconnect the spark plug. VERSION 10/2016 1800 422 992 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
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By pushing down on the right front side you can level the plate and then tighten the front right screw to secure in a level position. 1800 422 992 VERSION 10/2016 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
3. If replacing pulleys (top or bottom) be sure to place the pulley on the same plane as the original one to ensure alignment. VERSION 10/2016 1800 422 992 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
3A. Remove the 2 screws in the pulley bush- hex shaft to prevent it from rotating. ing using the 7/16” socket and insert them by hand into the 2 threaded holes as shown 1800 422 992 VERSION 10/2016 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
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5. Remove the bearing assemblies on both sides on the machine using the 9/16” socket 8. Reverse the process and apply thread VERSION 10/2016 1800 422 992 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
SPS8 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT SHOWN ON SPS10, SPS8 COMPATIBLE HIGH SPEED KIT SWIVEL WHEEL side to side to eliminate grooves! TACH/HOUR METER control 1800 422 992 VERSION 10/2016 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
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SPS8 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT SHOWN ON SPS10, SPS8 COMPATIBLE SPS CRADLE CENTER STAND BRAKE KIT VERSION 10/2016 SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com 1800 422 992 sales@allprep.com.au www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
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SPS8 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT SHOWN ON SPS10, SPS8 COMPATIBLE POINTER/DIRECTIONAL WATER CONTROLS SIGHT GUIDE SYSTEM 1800 422 992 VERSION 10/2016 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
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SPS8 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT SHOWN ON SPS10, SPS8 COMPATIBLE BALL MOUNT HITCH EDGER DRUM ASSEMBLY VERSION 10/2016 1800 422 992 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
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SPS8 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT SHOWN ON SPS10, SPS8 COMPATIBLE UP-CUT CART SR-25 DRIVER 1800 422 992 VERSION 10/2016 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
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SPS8 Limited Equipment Warranty SMITH Manufacturing Co, Inc. 1800 422 992 VERSION 10/2016 sales@allprep.com.au SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
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PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for purchasing a SMITH. Please complete this form upon receipt of your equipment and prior to use on the job. A pre-operation inspection is required to activate your warranty. All sections must be completed. Should you have any questions, please add them to the comments section below.
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MANUFACTURING Cutters / Removers / Parts / Support (954) 941-9744 SMITHMFG www. .com SMITH Manufacturing www.SmithMfg.com 1800 422 992 sales@allprep.com.au www.allprep.com.au 1/40 rivergate place, murarrie...
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