Dust-Control 66in Rake-O-Vac® Sweeper

• Read the Operator’s Manual and other training material. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) can not read English it is the owner’s responsibility to explain this material to them.

• Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.

• All operators and mechanics should be trained. The owner is responsible for training the users.

• Never let children or untrained people operate or service the equipment. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to himself or herself, other people or property.

• The machine must be towed to operate, it is extremely important that the tow tractor be carefully selected to assure the best performance and safe operation.

• The tow tractor must have the proper wheel base, tread width, working seat belt, and must be equipped with a roll bar to operate safely on hilly terrain. The normal operating speed is 9 km/h (6 mph) but will vary with terrain and debris being picked up. The maximum transport speed is 32 km/h (20 mph) with slower speeds required on hilly terrain. Refer to tractor Operator’s Manual for information or tractor service agency if you have any question on safe operation.

• The brakes of the tow tractor must have the capacity to stop the machine with hopper fully loaded and traveling at the maximum recommended transport speed.

• Ensure that the machine complies with local road requirements when being transported on public roads. A slow moving vehicle sign has been provided. Signal lights and brakes are not provided and may be required in some areas.

• Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved by the manufacturer.

• Wear the appropriate clothing including a hard hat, safety glasses, and hearing protection. Long hair, loose clothing, or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.

• Check that the operator presence controls, safety switches, and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning properly.

• Keep all shields, safety devices, and decals in place. If a shield, safety device, or decal is malfunctioning, illegible, or damaged, replace it before operating the machine.

• To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.

• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.

• Use only an approved fuel container.

• Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running.

• Allow engine to cool before refueling.

• Never refuel the machine indoors.

• Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water heater or on other appliances.

• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

• Remove equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle.

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock open device.

• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.

• Never overfill fuel tank. Replace fuel cap and tighten securely.

• Never run an engine in an enclosed area.

• Only operate in good light, keeping away from holes and hidden hazards.

• Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is engaged before starting engine. Start the engine only from the operator’s position.

• Never operate without the shields, covers, or other guards securely in place. Be sure all interlocks are functioning properly.

• Stop on a level ground, empty the hopper, and block the wheels before removing the sweeper from the prime mover.

• Shut the engine off and wait for all movement to stop. The impeller may momentarily turn after other components have stopped. Use extreme caution when removing the cover from the blower housing.

• Keep hands and feet away from the sweeper area.

• Never carry passengers. Keep pets and bystanders away.

• Be alert, slow down, and use caution when making turns. Look behind and to the side of the machine before changing directions.

• Before backing up, look to the rear of the machine and ensure that no one is behind the machine.

• Slow down and use caution when crossing roads and sidewalks.

• Do not operate the machine under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If lightning is seen, or thunder is heard in the area, do not operate the machine; seek shelter.

• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

• Use extreme caution around ditches, creeks, or other hazards.

• Avoid sudden stops and starts.

• If the machine vibrates abnormally, stop immediately, turn the engine off, wait for all motion to stop, and inspect for damage. Repair all of the damage before operation.

• Shut the sweeper blower off when dumping the contents of the hopper. Always stand to the extreme right or left side of the hopper when opening the tailgate.

• Do not operate near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks, or water. Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury or death.

• Do not operate on slopes when grass is wet. Slippery conditions reduce traction and could cause sliding and loss of control.

• Do not make sudden turns or rapid speed changes.

• Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.

• Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. from the operating area. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and rises that change the operating angle, as rough terrain could overturn the aerator.

• Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the tines and proceed slowly off the slope.

• Follow the recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability.

• Disengage the power to the machine, stop the engine, and wait for all movement to stop before adjusting, cleaning, repairing, or transporting.

• Clean the grass and debris from the rake tines, drives, mufflers, and engine to help prevent fires. Clean up any oil or fuel spillage.

• Let the engine cool before storing and do not store near flame.

• Shut off the fuel while storing or transporting on trailers. Do not store the fuel near flames or drain indoors.

• Disconnect the battery or remove the spark plug wires before making any repairs. Disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive terminal last. Reconnect the positive terminal first and the negative terminal last.

• Keep hands and feet away from any moving parts. If possible, do not make adjustments with the engine running.

• Do not overspeed the engine by changing the governor settings. To ensure safety and accuracy, have an authorized Toro distributor check the maximum engine speed with a tachometer.

• Let the engine cool before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase.

• Check the prime mover brakes and all safety equipment periodically.

• Charge the battery in an open, well ventilated area, away from spark and flames. Unplug the charger before connecting or disconnecting it from the battery. Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools.

• Keep all of the parts in good working condition and all hardware tightened. Replace all of the worn or damaged decals.

• Use only Toro-approved attachments. The warranty may be voided if the machine is used with unapproved attachments.

• Use care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

• Use full width ramps for loading machine into trailer or truck.

• Tie the machine down securely using straps, chains, cable, or ropes. Both front and rear straps should be directed down and outward from the machine.

1. Clean around the fuel tank cap and remove it.

2. Fill the tank to approximately 25 mm (1 inch) below the top of the tank (the bottom of the filler neck).

   Important: This space in the tank allows gasoline to expand. Do not fill the fuel tank completely full.

3. Install the fuel tank cap securely.

4. Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled.

1. Place all of the controls in the Off or Disengaged position.

2. Move the throttle lever midway between the Slow and Fast position.

3. Move the choke lever to the On position.

   Note: Choke is not required when starting a warm engine.

4. Insert the key into the ignition switch and rotate it clockwise to start the engine. Release the key when the engine starts. Regulate the choke to keep the engine running smoothly.

   Important: To prevent overheating of the starter motor, do not engage the starter longer than 10 seconds. After 10 seconds of continuous cranking, wait 60 seconds before engaging the starter motor again.

5. Move the throttle lever to the desired engine speed.

6. Pull the flap lever as far forward as possible.

7. Push the reel lever forward until the catch releases, then push it to the rear until the lever hits Stop.

   Note: Do not allow the sweeper to stand still with the rake engaged as turf damage may occur.

1. Move the throttle lever to the Slow position.

2. Let the engine idle for 60 seconds.

3. Turn the ignition key to the Off position and remove the key.

   Note: To stop the machine in an emergency, move the ignition switch to the Off position.

• Before starting to sweep, survey area to determine the best direction to sweep.

  Note: To maintain a straight line when sweeping, sight of an object in the foreground.

• Always try to make a long, continuous run with a slight overlap on the return run.

• On turf areas, the flex tip reel will pick up twigs, clippings, leaves, pine needles and cones, small debris (beverage cans, small bottles, paper plates, etc.).

• The rake teeth are made of flexible nylon and easily changed. To prevent damage, the rake is protected from solid obstructions by spring action. The nylon teeth will not mar bronze, stone markers, sidewalks or pavement.

• Because of its unique design, the sweeper also grooms the turf. The flex tip reel combs through and lifts grass for a uniform cut when mowed. As it cleans, the light scarifying action increase water and pesticide penetration, thus reducing the need for renovation.

  Important: Do not make sharp turns when using the thatching reel as damage to turf may occur.

  Important: Do not operate sweeper while reel is turning and in the raised position. Damage to the rake and tires may result if teeth come in contact with tires.

• To empty hopper, pull tailgate latch rope.

  Caution

  This product may exceed noise levels of 85 dB(A) at the operator position. Ear protectors are recommended, for prolonged exposure, to reduce the potential of permanent hearing damage.

The Rake-O-Vac has grease fittings that must be lubricated regularly with No. 2 General Purpose Lithium Base Grease. Lubricate the bearings after every 30 hours of operation or whenever machine is washed with water. Bearings and bushings must be lubricated daily when operating conditions are extremely dusty and dirty. Dusty and dirty operating conditions could cause dirt to get into the bearings and bushings, resulting in accelerated wear. The grease fittings that must be lubricated are: the gauge wheel bearings, the reel shaft bearings, the impeller shaft bearings, the jackshaft bearings, and the left and right trailing arms.

1. Wipe the grease fittings clean to ensure that foreign matter cannot be forced into the bearing or bushing.

2. Pump grease into the bearing or bushing (Figure 11, Figure 12, and Figure 13).

   

   Figure 11

   

   Figure 12

   

   Figure 13

3. Wipe up any excess grease.

Check the air cleaner housing for damage which could cause an air leak. Replace if damaged. Check the whole intake system for leaks, damage or loose hose clamps

Note: Change the oil and filter more frequently when operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.

Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SJ, SK, SL, or higher)

Crankcase Capacity: w/filter, 1.9 liters (2.0 quarts)

1. Start the engine and let it run for five minutes. This warms the oil so it drains better.

2. Park the machine so that the drain side is slightly lower than the opposite side to ensure that the oil drains completely.

3. Set the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the key.

4. Place a pan below the oil drain. Remove the oil drain plug to allow the oil to drain (Figure 15).

   

   Figure 15

   1. Drain plug
   2. Oil filter

5. When the oil has drained completely, replace the plug.

   Note: Dispose of the used oil at a certified recycling center.

6. Place a shallow pan or rag under the filter to catch oil.

7. Remove the old filter and wipe the surface of the filter adapter gasket.

8. Pour the new oil of the proper type through the center hole of the filter. Stop pouring when the oil reaches the bottom of the threads.

9. Allow a minute or two for the oil to be absorbed by filter material, then pour off the excess oil.

10. Apply a thin coat of new oil to the rubber gasket on the replacement filter.

11. Install the replacement oil filter to the filter adapter. Turn the oil filter clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the filter adapter, then tighten the filter an additional 1/2 turn. Do not over tighten.

12. Check the oil level.

13. Slowly add additional oil to bring the level to the full mark on the dipstick.

14. Replace the fill cap.

Ensure that the air gap between the center and side electrodes is correct before installing each spark plug. Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing the spark plugs and a gapping tool/feeler gauge to check and adjust the air gap. Install new spark plugs if necessary.

Type: Champion RC12YC or equivalent. Air Gap: 0.75 mm (0.03 inch)

To ensure proper cooling, keep the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions) remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.

Note: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, or cooling shrouds removed, will cause engine damage due to overheating.

Important: Never re-install a dirty filter if it is removed from the fuel line.

1. Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

2. Allow the machine to cool down.

3. Place a clean container under the fuel filter (Figure 17).

   

   Figure 17

   1. Fuel filter

4. Loosen the clamps securing the fuel filter to the fuel lines.

5. Remove the filter from the fuel lines.

6. Install a new filter to the fuel lines with the clamps previously removed. Filter is to be mounted so that the arrow points toward the carburetor.

7. Wipe up any spilled fuel.

The battery electrolyte level must be properly maintained and the top of the battery kept clean. If the machine is stored in a location where temperatures are extremely high, the battery will run down more rapidly than if the machine is stored in a location where temperatures are cool.

Check the electrolyte level every 25 operating hours or, if machine is in storage, every 30 days.

Maintain the cell level with distilled or demineralized water. Do not fill the cells above the bottom of the split ring inside each cell.

Keep the top of the battery clean by washing it periodically with a brush dipped in ammonia or bicarbonate of soda solution. Flush the top surface with water after cleaning. Do not remove the fill caps while cleaning.

The battery cables must be tight on the terminals to provide good electrical contact.

If corrosion occurs at the terminals, disconnect the cables (negative (–) cable first) and scrape clamps and terminals separately. Reconnect the cables (positive (+) cable first) and coat the terminals with petroleum jelly.

Note: It is not necessary to remove the upper belt guard (Figure 19) to check the belt tension. If for some reason the belt guard must be removed, remove the 4 bolts, washers, and nuts securing the guard to the frame. Never operate the machine without the guards in place.

Figure 19

1. Upper belt guard

Figure 20

1. Impeller belt
2. Jackshaft belt
3. Idler pulley