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1. 17 MA Ye a SMITHCGO 192. if Up Down Arrow No Smoking S Pinch Point Hydraulic Fluid Penetration Engage Ground Speed High Reverse T Disengage amp L N Down Lower Moving Parts Step Fast Low Neutral Lo 5 a F A Up Raise Manual Operation Hot Surface Tractor PTO Slow Forward Warning Danger Caution SYMBOLS 1C00 mi Read Operators Manual Engine Siop Engine Oil RPM Glow Pg or Hour Meter Hand Throts Park Brake STOP rl Electrical Power Engine Start Temperature Light Glow Plug OF Hour Meter Choke Closed Park Brake Release No S sctrica Power Engine Run Dissel Gicw Flug Fuse Choke Open Hydraulic Oll Level SAFE PRACTICES 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 15 It is your responsibility to read this manual and all publications associated with this machine engine and accessories Never allow anyone to operate or service the machine or its accessories without proper training and instructions Never allow minors to operate any equipment Learn the proper use of the machine and the locations and purpose of all the controls before you operate the equipment Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to accidents personal injury death and damage to the machine and the environment Wear all the necessary prote
3. ILY CHECKLIST NOTE Use all procedures and parts prescribed by the manufacturer Read the V Star Service Manual and the engine manual before operation You must adhere to guidelines established by manufacturer for warranty coverage In adverse conditions such as dirt mud or extreme temperatures maintenance should be more frequent The following items must be checked before each use of the V Star 1 2 10 11 12 Check engine oil level Add as needed DO NOT OVERFILL Tire pressure should be inspected on a daily basis Recommended pressure is 5 psi maximum Inflation pressures should be checked on a weekly basis when the tires are cool Examine unit for damage or anything unusual to normal wear Inspect electrical system for loose connections or frayed wiring including battery cables Replace any faulty equipment or tighten if loose Check hardware for loose or missing nuts bolts screws etc and tighten or replace as needed Listen for any noise such as rattles due to loose hardware scraping sounds or unusual motor noises Be sensitive to abnormal performance Inspect blades to make sure they are not bent or loose Inspect all lubrication areas Lubricate as necessary and as required by the V Star Service Manual Assure that all switches are operating normally Check transaxle oil only if signs of leakage are detected Check controls for smooth proper working operation Lubricate as needed Wash accu
4. Wayne Pennsylvania 19087 OPERATOR S MANUAL V STAR MODEL 94 201 amp 94 401 For Customer Service Call 888 422 5173 Starting Serial V192 Revised March 2003 TABLE OF CONTENTS TITLE PAGE 3 ved erentienne aa 3 5 6 4 1 2 3 3 3 3 naar na iad 1 5 6 Sale Practices 3 3 33 EEEE EEES 7 8 Controls amp 9 Operating 6 6 10 11 1 11 0 12 13 Basic 0608 6 14 Basic Troubleshooting 2 49e9eeeneeeene 15 Declaration of Conformity 2 999990eoeenenee 16 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a SMITHCO V Star The SMITHCO V STAR is a field developed tool designed to condition the surface of putting greens lawn bowling greens and tee boxes Carefully read this manual and the engine manual as they include safety operating assembly and maintenance instructions Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment da
5. bility that the product V Star Model 94 201 amp 94 401 Make Model to which this declaration relates corresponds to the relevant basic safety and health requirements of the Directive 89 392 EEC if applicable and to the requirements of the other Directives EN292 1 EN292 2 EN294 EN349 92 59 89 392 Title and or number and date of issue of the other Directives if applicable For the relevant implementation of the safety and health requirements mentioned in the Directives the following standard s and or technical specification s has have been respected ISO 37 1983 PREN 836 ISO 1219 1976 SAE HS 2800 SAE J1362 Title and or number and date of issue of standard s and or technical specification s Humboldt Kansas USA Place and date of issue 16 LIMITED WARRANTY SMITHCO warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under nermal use for one year from the date of purchase by the original user 60 days if product is used for rental purposes All warranty claims must be handled through a SMITHCO authorized dealer or by SMITHCO INC All transportation charges must be paid by the purchaser There is no further express warranty All implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year 60 days if product is used for rental purposes from date of purchase by the original user and to the extent permitted
6. by law any and all implied warranties are excluded and disclaimed after the expiration of such period All incidental and consequentia damages including pick up and delivery of the unit communication mileage charges and or rental of a replacement unit during repair are not covered under this warranty or is any loss of income and or other loss resulting from the failure of the product to function due to a warranty defect The following items are not covered under the SMITHCO warranty and are warranted by their respective manufacturer a Engine and engine parts including starters generators alternator and filters b Transaxle differentials gear boxes and mechanical pumps c Hydrostatic transmissions hydraulic pumps and motors d Batteries e Wheels and tires A copy of the warranty for the above items is furnished if necessary with each SMITHCO product Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of limitations of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply te you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Federal law now requires disclosure of the warranty which applies to this product prior to the sale to a consumer Please leave this statement attached to the product and allow the buyer to remove it after purchase SMITHCO Wayne Pennsylvania 19087
7. cable should be disconnected before using Fast Charge 13 BASIC MAINTENANCE continued Charge battery at 15 amps for 10 minutes or 7 amps for 30 minutes Do not exceed the recommended charging rate If electrolyte starts boiling over decrease charging Always remove grounded battery clamp first and replace it last Avoid hazards by 1 Filling batteries in well ventilated areas 2 Wear eye protection and rubber gloves 3 Avoid breathing fumes when electrolyte is added JUMP STARTING Use of booster battery and jumper cables Particular care should be used when connecting a booster battery Use proper polarity in order WARNING to prevent sparks To jump start negative grounded battery 1 Shield eyes 2 Connect ends of one cable to positive terminals of each battery first A then B 3 Connect one end of other cable to negative terminal of good battery C 4 Connect other end of cable D to engine block on unit being started NOT to negative terminal of battery To prevent damage to other electrical components on unit being started make certain that engine is at idle speed before disconnecting jumper cables Booster Battery Jumper Cable 2 ar O AL 5 0 e O De a ae B Battery Jumper Cable LE 14 BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING Unit will not move 1 Check the neutral knob located on the left side of the unit to make sure that it is not in th
8. ctive clothing and personal safety devises to protect your head eyes ears hands and feet Operate the machine only in daylight or in good artificial light Inspect the area where the equipment will be used Pick up all debris you can find before operating Beware of overhead obstructions and underground obstacles Stay alert for hidden hazards Do not operate this machine on a side hill Sloped surfaces are to be approached either up hill or down hill Use EXTREME care when operating on or traversing any sloped or uneven surfaces Never operate equipment that is not in perfect working order or without decals guards shields or other protective devices in place Never disconnect or bypass any switch Carbon monoxide in the exhaust fumes can be fatal when inhaled never operate a machine without proper ventilation Fuel is highly flammable handle with care Keep engine and all moving parts clean Allow the engine to cool before storing and always remove the ignition key After engine has started machine must not move If movement is evident the neutral mechanism is not adjusted correctly Shut engine off and readjust so the machine does not move when in neutral position Never use your hands to search for oil leaks Hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin and cause serious injury Before leaving operator s position for any reason A Disengage all drives B Shut engine off and remove the ignition key Keep
9. d into the ground tension on the belt is insufficient Raise the blades to the UP position disengage the Blade Engagement Lever and increase tension on the belt as described above 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS continued CAUTION 1 NEVER PUT THE V STAR INTO REVERSE TRAVEL WITH THE BLADES ENGAGED INJURY DEATH AND DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE MAY RESULT 2 SPINNG BLADES MAY CONTACT SOLID OBJECTS ABOVE OR BELOW THE SURFACE OF THE GROUND INJURY OR DEATH TO THE OPERATOR OR BY STANDERS AND DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE AND THE ENVIRONMENT MAY RESULT ALWAYS CHECK THE AREA OF OPERATION THOROUGHLY FOR HIDDEN DANGERS 5 CUTTING HEAD Electric SWITCH The blade cutting head is raised and lowered into the ground at the pre set depth of cut using an electric actuator This is controlled by the Cutting Head Switch Lower downward arrow to put the blade cutting head into the ground Raise upward arrow to remove the blade cutting head from the ground 6 DIRECTON OF TRAVEL LEVER Immediately after lowering the blade cutting head into the ground begin forward travel using the Direction of Travel Lever Push the plastic button in the head of the lever down and push the lever Forward away from the operator to begin the lateral aeration process in the turf Pulling back towards the operator decreases then stops forward speed The Direction of Travel Lever is equipped with a Neutral Lock which prevents accidental operation The button in the ce
10. e N position Check the control lever to ensure that cable is not broken Check key in axle hub for loss or broken key Check control arm on transaxle Check cable clevis pins Make sure that there are no oil leaks on the transaxle Make sure all belts are in place NOORWN Unit will not start 1 Check all wiring Check voltage of battery Test key switch Check solenoid Check spark plug for proper gap Check starter 6 gt WN Unit will not raise or lower blades Check all wiring Check circuit breaker located by positive battery terminal Check actuator switch Check voltage of battery Check actuator BN Blades will not stop turning when shut off 1 Check to make sure that clutch is fully disengaged 2 Check that belt brake is adjusted properly with 1 8 clearance at the bottom of belts 3 Check to make sure that belt guide bolt is in place 4 Make sure belts are not damaged Blades will not turn when lowered into the turf 1 Make sure belts are tightened properly 2 Check clutch control cable for breaks or missing clevis pins 3 Check for debris in blade area 15 EC Declaration of Conformity according to Directive 89 392 EEC We SMITHCO INC Name of supplier 34 West Ave Wayne PA 19087 USA Full address of the manufacture authorized representative established in the Community must also give the business name and address of the manufacture declare under our sole responsi
11. hands feet and clothing away from moving parts Wait for all movement to stop before you clean adjust or service the machine Keep the area of operation clear of all bystanders 16 Stop engine before making repairs adjustments or to check or add oil to the crankcase 17 Use parts and materials supplied by SMITHCO only Do not modify any function or part These machines are intended for professional maintenance by trained operators on fine turfgrass surfaces Other use will void the warranty Use by untrained operators may result in personal injury death damage to the machine and damage to the environment For complete set up instructions see V STAR SERVICE MANUAL CAUTION The V STAR is shipped to you in transport position which will allow the blades to go into the turf only 1 2 Before operating the V Star remove all spacers from the bottom of caster shaft and place them on top of the bearing tube Move spacers from Once spacers have been removed from the bottom of the caster shaft to the top of the bearing tube it is necessary to adjust the single point adjustment located on the left side of the unit to the desired depth Note You must loosen the locknut which is located on the adjustment bolt Once this has been loosened you may proceed to turn the adjustment bolt clockwise to decrease the depth of cut or turn counterclockwise to increase the depth of cut Once depth has been determined rese
12. ition for the unit to start or operate The ignition switch is a three position Insert key A and turn clockwise until engine starts C Release key and it will return to run position B Use choke located on the left side of the engine as necessary 3 ENGINE SPEED and Blade Rotation Speed CONTROL This controls the throttle of the engine Engine throttle should be set approximately half way between slow and fast for starting TRANSPORT Transport the V Star to the operating area using only the DIRECTION OF TRAVEL LEVER No 6 Do not engage the blades or lower the blades into the turf until you have arrived at the location on which the operation is to be performed 4 BLADE ENGAGEMENT LEVER Before engaging blades slow engine speed to Slow Engage the belt drive to the blades by pulling the Blade Engagement Lever back towards the operator Once the belt is engaged and the blades are turning increase engine speed slowly to desired speed To increase tension on the drive belt with the belt DISENGAGED turn the knob on the top of the Blade Engagement Lever clockwise If the Blade Engagement Lever is unreasonably tight or difficult to engage reduce tension on the drive belt by turning the know on the top of the Blade Engagement Lever counter clockwise The drive belt has proper tension when the Blade Engagement Lever requires a firm but not difficult motion to engage If the blades stop spinning cutting once they are lowere
13. mage Keep manuals in a safe place after operator and maintenance personnel have read them All SMITHCO machines have a Serial Number and Model Number Both numbers are needed when ordering parts The serial number plate on the 94 201 amp 94 401 V Star is located by the battery For easy access record your Serial and Model numbers here WAYNE PENNSYLVANIA 19087 USA 610 688 4009 FAX 610 688 6069 SERIAL NO kwihp ee 8 MODEL NO kg lb as Information needed when ordering replacement parts 1 Model Number of machine 2 Serial Number of machine 3 Name and Part Number of part 4 Quantity of parts SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRIC V STAR SPECIFICATIONS MODEL 94 201 amp 94 401 Weights and Measurements Width 35 75 90 8 cm Length 58 147 cm Height 44 118 cm Weight 340 Ibs 154 kg Engine 13 hp Vanguard Electric Start 12V f 94 201 13 hp Honda Electric Start f 94 401 Drive Hydrostatic Forward and reverse variable speed Wheels Front 15 x 6 00 x 6 tube type Rear 8 x 2 75 solid rubber Blades Steel Tip style WA Conventional Grade C2 tungsten Carbide Tips 062 Blade Width 062 157 cm Blade Depth Variable from 0 to 1 5 0 3 81 cm Cutting Width 16 40 64 cm Features Include Electric Start Electric actuator to lift and lower the unit Forward amp Reverse hand control Single knob height adjustment Push Pull cables on all controls SYMBOLS
14. mulated dirt daily from motor compartment and under body around the blades 12 BASIC MAINTENANCE Before servicing or making adjustments to machine stop engine and remove key from ignition Use all procedures and parts prescribed by the manufactures Read the engine manual AIR CLEANER ON ENGINE 1 Remove the thumbscrews on top of the cover and remove the cover 2 Carefully remove paper element to prevent debris from entering carburetor To service clean by tapping gently on flat surface Do not oil paper element Replace if very dirty or damaged INOTE not use petroleum solvents e g kerosene which will cause cartridge to deteriorate Do not use pressurized air to clean cartridge Pressurized air can damage cartridge 3 Reinstall paper element 4 Replace cover and reattach thumb screw TIRE PRESSURE Caution must be used when inflating a low tire to recommended pressure Over inflating can cause tires to explode Tires should be 5 psi Improper inflation will reduce tire life considerably ENGINE Check oil and fuel levels before starting engine Refer to V Star Service Manual and engine manual for complete service information BATTERY Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Do not allow flames sparks or any ignited object to come near the battery When charging or working near battery always shield your eyes and always provide proper ventilation Battery
15. nter of the head on the lever disengages the Neutral Lock and allows the lever to be pushed forward for forward travel or pull back for reverse travel NEVER PUT THE V STAR INTO REVERSE TRAVEL WITH THE BLADES ENGAGED INJURY DEATH AND DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE MAY RESULT After traveling the length of the area of operation the operator must 1 Stop forward motion 2 raise the blade cutting head completely out of the turf and only then 3 Turn the unit around or otherwise re position it for the next pass NEVER turn the machine with the blade cutting unit in the turf Serious damage to both the turf and the machine will result Once the unit is turned or re positioned lower the blade cutting unit resume forward travel and repeat as necessary to accomplish the desired lateral aeration on the target area IMPORTANT NOTICE Before beginning operation of this machine the operator must fully familiarize himself with the function and affect of all controls and operations Operate the V Star extensively using only the Forward Reverse Travel Lever without engaging the blade cutting reel The machine must be operated slowly until the operator is completely capable of using all controls and familiar with how the V Star handles and steers on level terrain and on uneven terrain Failure to be completely in control of this machine may result in personal injury death damage to the machine and damage to the environment 11 DAILY CHECKLIST DA
16. t locknut CONTROLS amp INSTRUMENTS Operator Control Panel It is vital that the operator become familiar with all functions of the machine before use 6 DIRECTION amp SPEED 2 a ENGINE CHOKE TRAVEL 4 ENGAGEMENT OF ROTATING BLADES Push Forward Away from Operator to Disengage Pull Back Towards Operator To Engage 3 ENGINE SPEED amp 2 ENGINE 5 CUTTING HEAD Electric Switch BLADE ROTATION START LOWER Engage turf RAISE Disengage SPEED STOP RAISE Disengage from turf 1 OPERATOR S PRESENCE CONTROL Grasp to start and operate Release to stop all operation OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 OPERATOR S PRESENCE CONTROL On models equipped with this feature The Operator s Presence Control OPC requires engagement to start or operate this machine Operator places hands on handlebar grips and grasps the OPC with fingers then squeezes the OPC This completes the electrical circuit necessary to start or operate this machine When the OPC is released the engine is shut down halting blade rotation and forward or reverse travel 2 ENGINE SWITCH KEY OPERATED amp 2a CHOKE This switch turns the engine on or off and is operated with a key Key must be removed when the machine is stored or when the operators leaves the machine The engine choke is located at the operator s left hand side of the engine Fuel cut off valve is also located at left hand side of the engine and must be in the Open pos
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