MID WEST PRODUCTS B-319 User manual

Created 03-2000 -1- Form No. M1-0005
MID WEST PRODUCTS, INC.
Pavement/Leaf/Lawn Sweeper 31” Model B-319
Owner’s Manual and Parts List

Created 03-2000 -2- Form No. M1-0005
1. Only one adjustable wrench and pliers is required to assemble
your new lawnsweeper. Just lay all parts on a flat surface,
have tools handy and follow these few simple instructions.
2. Set chassis (36) on its wheels and swing support stand (31) to
rear until ends of stand are against stops in chassis end plates.
It is not necessary to loosen nuts (12). See figure 3.
3. Slip reduced ends with holes of side handle tubes (33) into
ends of steering handle tube (30). Line up hole in each end
and insert hook bolt (14) through tubes. Secure with nuts (6).
See figures (1 and 2) for correct position of all parts.
NOTE: Hold hook bolt with pliers when tightening nut with
wrench. Make certain hook bolt points to rear of sweeper.
4. Now, slip bottom ends of side handle tubes (33) inside chassis
(36) See Figure 8. Make certain side tubes hit bottom stop of
formed socket. Insert bolts (28) thru side handle tube (33) and
chassis (36) and tighten nuts (6) securely. See figure 3.
5. Hang hamper (35) inside handle assembly with rear hamper
rod (32) in hooks (14). Place front hamper rod (32) in slots
“Y” of chassis end plates. See figure 2 and 4. Fasten hangers
(5) on side handles. Tilt hanger in—slide and twist out over
tube. See figure 6. Make certain tape “Z” is outside hamper.
All “right” and “left” directions should be considered as from
your position behind the sweeper
CHASSIS (36)
(The correct positioning of the handle tubes as you are looking into
the brush assembly of the chassis)
FIG 8
LEFT SIDE HANDLE RIGHT SIDE HANDLE
TUBE TUBE
ASSEMBLY

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Your Lawnsweeper box contains the following items: 1- Chassis, 1- Steering handle, 2- Side Handles (R.H &
L.H.), 1- Parts Kit, (Four bolts and four nuts), 1- Manual, & 1- Hamper assembly.
KEY
NUMBER
QTY
DESCRIPTION
KEY
PART NO.
QTY
DESCRIPTION
1
L-127
2
5/16-18 X 1-1/2 HEX HD. CP. SC.
22
L-6103
1
BUMPER TUBE
2
L-262
2
5/8 TYPE "E" RETAINING RING
23
L-6151
1
SPRING ADJUSTMENT
3
L-279
6
5/16-18 X 1/2 HEX HD. SC.
24
L-6157
2
PINION GEAR
6
L-304
4
1/4-20 NUT
25
L-6190B
2
CASTER WHEEL
7
L-5485
2
3/8-24 PILOT NUT
26
1-3344
6
BRUSH STRIP
8
L-5486M
2
3/8-24 LOCK NUT (SPEC.)
27
I-1080
2
FLANGE BEARING
9
X-1041
2
1/2 PUSH ON
28
X-1182
2
1/4-20 X 1-1/4 BOLT
11
X-1043
18
BRUSH HOLDER SPRING
29
I-1287
4
RUBBER CAP
12
X-1107
8
5/16-18 CENTER LOCK NUT
30
I-1355
1
STEERING HANDLE
13
X-1348
2
5/16" PUSH ON CAP
31
I-1337
1
CARRIAGE TUBE
14
X-1360
2
HOOK BOLT
32
I-1389
2
HAMPER ROD
15
L-5464
2
10" PLASTIC WHEEL
33
I-2274
1
SIDE HANDLE TUBE R.H.
16
1-1418E
2
10” RIBBED TIRE
NI
I-2275
1
SIDE HANDLE TUBE L.H.
17
L-5471B
2
HUB CAP
34
IA-1311
2
CASTER BRACKET ASSEMBLY
18
L-5472
4
WHEEL BUSHING
35
IA-2010
1
HAMPER ASSEMBLY
19
I-2399
2
WHEEL SHIELD
36
IA-2278
1
SHIELD ASSEMBLY
20
L-5480
6
PINION PAWL
37
01A-3345
1
BRUSH AXLE & DISC ASSEMBLY
21
L-5496
2
WHEEL STUD AXLE
PARTS LIST

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OPERATION
1. BRUSH HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT. You can sweep both
lawn and paved areas by a simple adjustment of the brush.
To raise brush to sweep your lawn, merely squeeze brush
control and push down on front of bumper tube. At the same
time, with the other hand, pull up on right corner of chassis.
To lower brush, just reverse above instructions. See figure
5. Whenever sweeper seems to push hard, merely raise brush
one notch higher. For best operation on lawns the brush
should merely flick the top of grass blades.
2. DUMPING SWEEPER. Release hamper hanger from side
hamper tubes. Then, lift front hamper rod up and to
rear of sweeper. Now, remove rear hamper rod from hooks
(14) and lift hamper from sweeper. If dumping location
is far from sweeping area, it may be desirable to pile
several hamper loads of debris on a tarpaulin for faster
removal to dumping location.
3. STORAGE. Just fold stand forward under chassis. Hamper
will fold itself when sweeper is hung on wall or set in
corner against wall for compact winter storage.
4. NO LUBRICATION REQUIRED. Brush axle bearings
are lubricated and sealed during factory assembly. No
other lubrication is necessary. DO NOT OIL OR GREASE
GEARS IN WHEELS. If oil or grease is applied to these
parts the brush will not rotate. Then it is necessary to re-
move wheel and wipe all parts clean.
5. When servicing or replacing the pinion or pawl pins please
refer to the PINION & PAWL INSTALLATION figure.
Right (R) and Left (L) notations on the pinion gears are from
your position behnd the lawnsweeper.
6. Your lawnsweeper is precision manufactured by experi-
enced craftsmen, using the very finest in tools and ma-
terials. Although it is ruggedly constructed, do not subject
it to misuse. CAUTION: DO NOT PUSH SWEEPER
TOO CLOSE TO FIRE –the brushes will burn. BE SURE
TO WIPE OFF YOUR LAWNSWEEPER AFTER
EACH USE. Store in a dry place out of direct sunlight.
Don’t permit the sweeper to stand in the hot sun unless it is
in actual use.
You will find many work-saving uses for your lawnsweeper. Use
it in the early spring to give your lawn a good healthful
scrubbing. Use it throughout the spring and summer both before
and after mowing. Sweeping before mowing stands up the grass
for a clean, even mowing –and protects your mower from sticks,
stones, or nuts which might damage the blades of your mower.
After mowing, your lawnsweeper will whisk away unsightly
grass clippings –leaving your lawn velvety smooth.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORDERING PARTS
Minimum Parts Order Charge $20.00
1. Address all parts orders or correspondence regarding customer service to your local dealer or:
Parts Dept.
Mid West Products, Inc.
P.O. Box 301
Phillipsburg, OH 45354
Phone: [phone]
2. Write your name and address plainly (print or type).
3. Explain where and how to ship.
4. Give model number of unit.
5. Give part number from parts list, as well as a description of the part and the quantity you need.
6. Inspect all shipments you receive. If any parts are damaged or missing, file a claim with the carrier before accepting.
7. If you are returning parts, be sure to include WITH THE SHIPMENT a list of the parts with your name and address.
8. All orders for repair and replacement parts will be shipped when paid with Master Card, Visa, or personal check/money order. Prices subject to change without
notice.
GUARANTEE
The merchandise you have purchased from us has been carefully engineered and manufactured under Mid West Products rigid
quality standards and should give you satisfactory, dependable operation. However, like all mechanical merchandise, it may
occasionally require adjustment or maintenance. Should you need technical assistance, please contact MID WEST PRODUCTS.