OPERATION
Before operating this machine, become familiar with all controls and functions of these units. Also complete all
maintenance requirements and read all safety warnings. By knowing the machine thoroughly, how it operates
and by doing the prescribed maintenance steps, you can expect relatively trouble-free operation for years to
come.
STARTING GAS ENGINE
1. Make sure the fuel flow valve, located on the fuel tank, is "ON."
2. The ignition switch is located on control panel. Insert key (A) and turn
clockwise until engine starts (C). Release key and it will return to run
position (B). Use choke and hand throttle as necessary.
3. Allow engine to idle and warm up a few minutes before selecting a direc-
tion of travel.
STARTING DIESEL ENGINE
1. Make sure the fuel flow valve, located on the fuel tank, is "ON." Also the
fuel valve, located on the fuel filter, is "ON."
2. Pull the stop knob out, located on the control panel.
3. Place the speed control lever at more than half "Operation."
4. Insert the key (A) into the key switch and turn it to "ON" (B). Check to
see if the oil pressure lamp and charge lamp are lit.
5. Turn the key counter clockwise to "preheat" (D) until the indicator lamp
on the control panel goes out.
6. Turn the key clockwise to "Start" (C). When engine starts, release the
key immediately. Do not hold the key in the "Start" position for more than
10 seconds.
7. Check to see that the oil pressure and charge lamps are off. If the lamps are still on, immediately stop
the engine (push the stop knob in) and determine the cause.
8. Warm up the engine at medium speed without load.
SWEEPING
While sweeping close tailgate frequently to ensure tailgate does not creep open. While operating the sweep-
er head it is important to disengage the head before raising. If
the sweeper head is raised while engaged, it can cause the belt
to slip off the pulleys. This can result in belt failure and engine
crankshaft failure.
DISENGAGE THE SWEEPER HEAD BEFORE RAISING.
SWEEP STAR 60 ACCELERATOR/REVERSE PEDAL
On the right floorboard of the Sweep Star 60 is a "rocker" pedal.
Push down on the front (G) with your foot and the machine will
accelerate. Push down on the rear of the pedal (H) with the heel
of your foot and the machine will go in reverse. The machine is in
neutral when foot is off the pedal.
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Beater reel MUST BE DISENGAGED before starting engine.
Beater reel MUST BE DISENGAGED before lifting.