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FS300 Gas Heavy duty remover User Manual MANUFACTURING Cutters / Removers / Parts / Support (954) 941-9744 SMITHMFG www. .com 1-800-653-9311 www.SmithMfg.com Phone: 954-941-9744 • Fax: 954-545-0348...
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FS300 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on purchasing the INDEX FS300™ heavy duty remover from Page Contents SMITH Mfg. Company. Index / Introduction Safety Guidelines Your FS300 Surface Preparator Your machine will: Handle Adjustment Instructions • Clean surfaces impacted by grease, oil, Machine Start-Up...
FS300 UNCRATING EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES When you uncrate your equipment, make certain that the machine has not been damaged and that all fasteners and guards are properly tightened. Incorrect use of the surface planer can result in property damage, personal injury, Your machine may not have been shipped or death.
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FS300 YOUR FS300 SURFACE PREPARATOR Please take time to familiarize yourself with the FS300™’s controls, as well as some of the features of your new machine. Read the engine manual before preparing the engine for starting. Cutter height adjustment Adjustable Handlebar Corded “engine kill”...
FS300 HANDLE BAR ADJUSTMENT The handlebars are equipped with a high-density vibration suppression material to minimize operator fatigue and increase comfort level when operating equipment. To adjust the handlebars to a new position for different height operators please follow these steps:...
FS300 MACHINE START-UP Attatch to operator Do not start machine while drum is in contact with the ground. Doing so can *NOTE: the Engine will not start without the cause the operator to lose control of the Corded Engine Kill’s clip securely in place.
40 hours, or prior to any drum wear. If tips alone should strike the surface (1/8” the drum’s center holes are elongated, oreder to 1/4” maximum depth per removal pass on another SMITH cutter drum. new cutters). The drum will not withstand substrate contact. Contacting the removal surface...
To ensure product safety and reliability, and to maintain your warranty, always use genuine replacement cutters and partsfrom SMITH when making repairs to equipment. When oredering please specify the model and serial number of the machine. In addition, give a part number, description, and quantity as listed on your parts list.
For any other problems or questions, PREMATURELY OR CRACKING please contact your local representative Drum hitting ground Shafts and bushings not replaced SMITH Mfg today at 800-653-9311 within 40 hours (954) 941-9744. EXCESS VIBRATION *Engine repair and engine warranty Bearing worn...
FS300 MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST • The inside housing must be clean, and remove any build-up from inside the cage so cutters and drum rotate freely. • Inspect and change drum bushings and shafts every 40 hours, or when worn. Note: Make sure the ignition is in the OFF...
2. Remove the four hex head cap screws from the sideplate using the 17mm socket or wrench. *TIP: SMITH recommends owning an extra drum loaded with cutter for 3. Remove the sideplate (this may require the rubber mallet to break it loose)
FS300 DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Normal wear may necessitate belt tensioning or replacement. Time of replacement will vary according to usage and belt load factors. Replacement is easy and requires a few hand tools. 1. 17mm socket or wrench 2. 19mm socket or wrench 4.
FS300 BEARING REPLACEMENT 2. With the shaft rotation still locked, use a 7/32” hex key to remove the 2 set screws on the drive pulley (A). Once they are removed, insert one of them into the hole directly on Before reading ahead go back and follow...
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FS300 BEARING REPLACEMENT 6. The belt side bearing assembly shown below. (CONTINUED) 4. With the bearing housing assemblies aside, they can now be taken apart to replace the bearings as needed using the circlip pliers. Belt side bearing ***WARNING*** housing...
FS300 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT BALL MOUNTH HITCH POINTER/DIRECTIONAL • • SIGHT GUIDE SYSTEM Allows attachment to other components Allows operator to make straight passes easier VERSION 8/2013 SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com...
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FS300 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT TACH/HOUR METER SULKY DRIVER • • Maintenance meter for service and use with reverse mounted rear handle control control (optional upgrade-please select front or rear) VERSION 8/2013 SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com...
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FS300 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT MAXIVAC DUST COLLECTOR • Available in both gas or electric powered applications with the standard 5 micron bags or upgrade to the 1 micron filter with shake down bar Fastest way to safely remove! VERSION 8/2013 SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com...
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FS300 MAINTENANCE LOG VERSION 8/2013 SMITH Manufacturing 1-954-941-9744 www.SmithMfg.com...
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FS300 MAINTENANCE LOG WARRANTY CLAIMS The manufacturer reserves the right to change or improve the machine design without assuming any obligation to update any products previously manufactured before this manual. It is the customer’s responsibility to complete the warranty card and mail it to the seller within 10 days from the date of purchase.
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This warranty does not obligate SMITH to bear any expense for travel time or of personnel in connection with any service calls. SMITH will not, in any event, be liable to the user for any consequential damages arising out of this sale for the loss of use, lost profits or revenue, interest, lost goodwill or work stoppage.
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All sections must be completed. Should you have any questions, please add to the comments section below. Fax completed form to (954) 545-0348 or email to cutters@smithmfg.com **Do not contact SMITH for engine/motor problems, only machine warranty issues ** Motor/Engine Warranty Contacts: Honda: http://engines.honda.com/dealer-locator/ Subaru: http://robinamerica.com/dealerusacan.aspx...
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MANUFACTURING Cutters / Removers / Parts / Support (954) 941-9744 SMITHMFG www. .com SMITH Manufacturing 1610 South Dixie Highway Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Toll Free: 800.653.9311 Phone: 954.941.9744 Fax: 954.545.0348 Email: info@SmithMfg.com www.SmithMfg.com...
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