Ohio Steel 50SWP26 User manual

26 cu. ft. LAWN SWEEPER
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READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USINGTHIS EQUIPMENT
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Assembled in U.S.A. of domestic and imported components 6000235-REVA 4/09

Before usinq your sweeper
• Make sure brushes are clean and free of any debris.
• Visually inspect sweeper for obvious damage.
• Use supplied hairpin cotter with hitch pin provided.
• Remove foreign objects from yard before using sweeper.
Bag height and brush adjustment
•Adjust clevis up or down to make sure that the bag clears the ground when attached to tractor.
• Brushes set too low for conditions will cause unnecessary 'wear. For best performance operate
sweeper with brushes 1/2" down into the grass.
•When sweeping heavy or wet materials start with a higher setting, lowering with each pass.
• To adjust the height of the brushes, remove clevis pin and move lever forward or backward
to achieve desired brush height. Insert clevis pin and lock in place with hairpin cotter.
Usinq your sweeper
• For best results, use sweeper when conditions are dry.
• Use caution when backing, jackknifing lawn sweeper can cause damage to the unit.
• Do not over fill the sweeper hopper.
• Do not fasten the rope to any part of your body.
• Do not fasten the rope to any clothing.
• Do not hold onto rope while pulling the sweeper.
• Always secure the rope to the tractor to ensure rope will not get tangled in wheels or brushes.
° The faster the tractors speed the further the material is thrown into the hopper. Operate at a
speed that will throw material to the back of the hopper.
• Depending on conditions it may be necessary to adjust sweeping speed to achieve best results.
Dumping the sweeper
• If desired, the sweeper can be dumped from the tractor by pulling the rope forward.
• Sweeper can also be dumped by grasping hopper frame and swinging up, away from hopper.
• Always dump contents of hopper after each use.
Storinq the sweeper
• Before storing, clean both the sweeper and hopper bag to prevent rust to steel parts and mildew
to cloth parts.
• Store sweeper away from excessive heat to prevent damage to sweeper brushes and hopper bag.
• To remove the hopper bag, pull the two clevis pins from the hopper bag tubes and slide out.
• Hopper bag can be collapsed for storage by removing the rear hopper support rods and folding
frame down.
• Do not store unit on brushes, permanent damage could occur.
Haintenance
•To increase the life of the sweeper, clean after each use.
•Inspect sweeper for worn or damaged parts after each use.
• Inspect and remove any materials that may have wrapped around the brushes or the ends of
the brush axle.
•Should rust appear on sweeper, sand area and paint with an enamel paint.
•Periodically check all fasteners for tightness.
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Carton Contents
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42
QTY.
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DESCRIPTION
SWEEPER ASSEMBLY
LEVER HANDLE
HEIGHT AD] PLATE
CLEVIS PLATE FLAT
CLEVIS PLATE BENT
HOPPER BAG
FRAME BOTTOM LEFT
FRAME BOTTOM RIGHT
FRAME TOP LEFT
REF. QTY. DESCRIPTION .....
43 1 FRAME TOP RIGHT
44 2 FRAME CENTER
45 1HOPPER BAG BAR
46 1 PIVOT ROD .......
47 2 REAR BAG SUPPORT ROD
55 2 HOPPER CONNECT TUBE
25 2 HITCH TUBE
26 2 HITCH MOUNT TUBE
Tools Suggested for Assembly
1/2" open end wrenches and/or sockets.
9/16" open end wrenches and/or sockets.
Adjustable wrench or pliers.
Safety Instruction
Read tractor andiawn sweeper instruction
manuals and know how to properly operate
equipment before using this attachment.
Do not carry passengers on sweeper.
Never exceed load capacity of hopper.
Never attach hopper rope to any part of your
body or clothing.
Never hold rope while towing lawn sweeper.
Always keep rope away from brushes and all
rotating parts.
When operating on slopes use lowest ground
speed,
Vehicle braking and stability may be affected
with the addition of the lawn sweeper,
especially when traveling down a slope.
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Hardware Contents
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27
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54
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38
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QTY.
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1 HITCH PIN LONG
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DESCRIPTION
3/8"-16 X 3-1/2" HEX BOLT
3/8"-16 X 2-3/4" HEX BOLT
3/8"-16 X 2" HEX BOLT
3/8"-16 X 1" HEX BOLT
3/8" RING GRIP PIN
3/8" USS CURVED WASHER
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3/8"-16 NYLON LOCKNUT
HAIR PIN COTTER
REF. QTY.
49 2
50 2
53 2
52 4
48 4
51 4
57 1
DESCRIPTION
3/8">< 1/2" CLEVIS PIN
3/8" X 1-1/4" CLEVIS PIN
3/8" USS FLAT WASHER
5/16"- t8 NYLON LOCKNUT
PIVOT ROD PLATE
5/16"-18 X 3/4" CARRIAGE
NYLON ROPE (NOT SHOWN)
60 4 3/8" USS FLAT WASHER-BLACK
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Pace 4.

Hitch Assembly
NOTE: MAKE SURE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT PLATE (4) IS ABOVE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
TUBE (2) WHEN ASSEMBLING.
Step 1.
Attach hitch mount tubes (26) to sweeper assembly (1) using 3/8"-16 x 2" hex bolts (27) and
curved washers (28). Secure with flat washers (60) and nylon lock nuts (29).
Step 2.
Add hitch tubes (25) to the hitch mount tubes (26) by pressing button and sliding into position.
NOTE: TO REMOVE HITCH ASSEHBLY, HAKE SURE SWEEPER IS IN HIGHEST
POSITION TO BE ABLE TO DEPRESS BOTH SNAP BUTTONS.
Step 3.
Insert two 3/8" x 3-1/2" hex bolts (32) with curved washers (28) into front two holes
of hitch tubes (25). Secure with curved washer (28) and nylon lock nut (29).
NOTE: DO NOT TIGHTEN UNTIL CLEVIS BARS ARE INSTALLED.
Step 4.
Add height adjustment plate (4) between hitch tubes and insert one 3/8"-16 x 3-1/2"
hex bolt (32) with curved washer (28). Secure with curved washer (28) and nylon lock nut (29).
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Clevis and Height Lever Assembly
Step 4.
Attach clevis pieces (5 & 6) as shown in the detail view making sure to insert clevis
bolts (30) between hitch bolts (32) as shown.
Step 5.
Attach height adjustment lever (3) to height adjustment bar (2) with two 3/8" x 1" hex
bolts (31) and 3/8" nylon Iocknuts (29).
Step 6.
Pin height adjustment plate (4) to height adjustment lever (3) and lock in place with
hairpin cotter (38).
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Hopper Bag and Frame Assembly
TOP ASSEM BLY_.._._i
PIVOT ROD BO]-I-OM ASSEMBLY_-..._._ //
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HOPPER BAG
BAR POCKET
Step 6.
Build bottom assembly. Connect bottom left tube (40), center tube (44), and bottom right
tube (41). Slide hopper bag bar (45) into the pocket provided on front bottom of the bag.
Insert bottom assembly into hopper bag. Connect the bag, bar and tubes by inserting
clevis pins (50) thru grommet on bag, bag bar, and tube. Lock it in place with hairpin
cotter (38). Repeat for other side.
Step .
Build top assembly. Connect top left tube (42), center tube (44), and top right tube (43).
Insert top assembly in to hopper bag. Connect top and bottom tube assemblies with
clevis pin (49) and hairpin cotter as shown.
Step 8.
Slide pivot rod (46) thru pivot rod plate (48) hole in side
of frame tube (42), another pivot rod plate (48), hopper
connect tube (55), and thru pocket in top front of bag,
add another hopper connect tube (55), pivot rod plate
(48) frame tube (43), pivot rod plate (48) and center.
Add flat washer (53) to each side and lock in place with
hairpin cotter (38). Bolt pivot rod plates (48) together
with 5/16 carriage bolts (51) and nylon Iocknuts (52).
Step 1
Open bag and insert the 3/16" dia rods (47) into the
holes at the rear top and rear bottom of the steel
bag frame. Secure bag to frame with velcro tab.
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Connecting Bag to Sweeper
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Step 10. Insert hopper connect tubes (55) into hitch mount tubes (26) as shown and lock in
place with 3/8" ring grip pins (54).
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PART NO
6000207
307119
307181
307113
307042
307043
307011
307212
307211
307101
307102
307241
307125
3O7122
307121
307322
307082
3000542
307320
307319
3000721
Sweeper Repair Parts List 50SWP26
_TY DESCRIPTION REF NO
1 SWEEPER ASSEMBLY 22
AD]USTMENT (INCL'36). 23
1HEIGHT
1 LEVER HANDLE (INCL#35) 24
1 HEIGHT ADJ PLATE 25
2 CLEVIS PLATE FLAT 26
2 CLEVIS PLATE BENT ' 27
2 _HEEL (INCL#8 & #9) 28
2 WHEEL BUSHING- INNER 29
2 WHEEL BUSHING-OUTER 30
1 DUST COVER- LEFT 31
1 DUST COVER- RIGHT 32
2 HUB CAP 33
1 AXLE PIPE 34
5BRUSH BRACKEI[- 35
10 BRUSH CLAMP 36
2 BRUSH 37
1 HITCH PIN LONG 38
2 1/4"-20 X 1-1/2'= t4EX BOLT 58
1 LEFT PINION ASSEMBLY 59
1 P_GHT PINION ASSEMBLY 60
2 3/4" FLAT WASHER Page 9.
PART NO
6000192
3000716
300065
307038
307034
3000543
3OOO722
310061
310051
3000533
3000544
307022
3000540
307201
307002
300081
307083
3000541
3000539
310073
QTY
10
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27
2
2
4
10
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2
2
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4
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2
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7
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DESCP_PTION
[1/4"-20 X 1" HE_{ BOLT
1/4" USS FLAT WASHER
1/4_'-20 LOCK NUT
HITCH TUBE
HITCH MOUNT TUBE
3/8"-16 X 2" HEX BOLT
3/8" USS CURVED WASHER
3/8" NYLON LOCK NUT
3/8"-16 X 2-3/4 _' HEX BOLT
3/8"-16 X 1" HEX BOLT
3/8%16 X 3-1/2" HEX BOLT
BEARING ASSEMBLY
.1Zg%20 X 5/8" CARRIAGE BOLT
HANDLE SLEEV..E, VINYL
WHEEL AXLE
1i8"X 1-3/4" COTTER PI'N'
HAIR PIN COTTER
!/4"-20 X 3/4" HEX E_LT
1/4"-20 X 1-1/4 _'HEX BOLT
318' USS FLAT WASHER-BLACK

REF NC PART NO
38 307083
39 307332
40 307071
41 307072
42 307073
43 307074
44 307035
45 307062
46 307053
47 307052
Hopper Repair Parts List 50SWP26
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DESCRIPTION REF NO PART NO
HAIR PIN COTTER 48 307044
HOPPER BAG 49 3000818
FRAME BOTT'OM LEFT 50 3000820
FRAME BOTTOM RIGHT 51 3000529
FRAME TOP LEFT 52 3000616
FRAME TOP RIGHT 53 3000720
FRAME TUBE CENTER 54 30001823
HOPPER BAG BAR 55 307032
PIVOT ROD 56 6000193
SUPPORT ROD 57 307361
QTY DESCRIPTIO'N "
4 PIVOT ROD PLATE
2 3/8" X 1/2" CLEVIS PIN,,,
2 I/4"X i 1/4" CLEVIS PIN
4 5/16"-18 X 3/4" CARR!AGE BOLT
4 5/16"-18,,NYLON LOCK NUT
2 3/8" USS FLAT WASHER
2 3/8" RING GRIP PIN
2 HOPPER CONNECT TUBE
2 POLY END CAP
1 NYLON ROPE -NOT SHOWN
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LIHITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
If this product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within two years
from the date of purchase, we will at our option repair or replace it free of charge.
This warranty excludes tires, wheels, brushes and bag, which are expendable and
become worn during normal use.
This warranty does not cover:
•Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence.
° Equipment used for commercial or rental purposes.
To arrange for product repair call 1-800-652-2321, or return this product to place
of purchase for replacement.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which may vary from state to state. This warranty applies only while this product
is in use in the United States.
PRODUCT RECORD
In the space below record the model number and purchase date of your cart.
Model Number
Purchase Date
Keep this booklet and your receipt in a safe
place for future reference.
ORDERING INFORMATION
After the two year warranty period all parts maybe ordered by calling
1-800-652-2321.
When ordering repair parts, always give the following information"
• Product - 26 CU.FT. LAWN SWEEPER
•Model Number- 50SWP26
•Part Number - *
• Part Description - *
• Found on the repair part list. Reference pages 9 & 10.

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
D ETERM-I-NiNG SWEEP-E--R-BRUSH H EIG HT ..........
For optimal performance:
• Mow grass while sweeping, especially when leaves are present.
0Set brush height 1/2" down into the grass. A common
misconception is that the lower the brush setting the better it
will sweep, when in fact a brush setting too low will cause
unnecessary drag on brushes.
OSweep when conditions are dry. When sweeping heavy amounts
of debris start with a HIGHER setting, LOWERING with each pass.
oOperate at a speed that will throw the material into the back of the
hopper, speed will have to be adjusted depending upon the
materials being swept.
F
lowest brush
highest brush
setting
BRUSH HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS:
LOW settings: on ground to 1"
above groL]nd. Smooth surfaces such
as driveways parking lots, and
sidewalks.
Medium settings- 1" to 2" above
ground. Mowed lawns under normal
conditions or light leaves.
High settings: 2" to 3" above
ground. For high grass, heavy leaves
or heavy grass clippings.
NOTE: having the brushes set too low causes wheel slippage. For maximum
performance operate sweeper with brushes adjusted as high as possible.

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With the tractor/riding mower on a flat, level surface; position
this sheet at the rear hitch hole of tractor and measure the
height from the ground to the top surface of hitch hole plate.
Using the diagram at the right to determine the set of holes
you will use to bolt the clevis weldment to the hitch.
REAR OF TRACTOR
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