Smithco Sand Star Zee Manual

Sand Star Zee
Model 45-501-A
March 2018
Product Support: Hwy SS & Poplar Ave; Cameron WI 54822
1-800-891-9435 [e-mail]
Operator’s

Introduction Service Diagrams
CONTENTS
Introduction......................................................1-10
Introduction........................................................................................1
Symbols..........................................................................................2-3
Safety ...............................................................................................4
Warning Decal ...................................................................................5
Safe Practices ...................................................................................6
Specications ....................................................................................7
Setup ..............................................................................................8-9
Controls & Instruments ...................................................................10
Service............................................................ 11-19
Operation....................................................................................11-14
Daily Checklist .................................................................................14
Service Charts ............................................................................15-16
Battery .............................................................................................17
Quick Hitch ......................................................................................18
How to rake a Sand Trap.................................................................18
45-501 Wiring Schematic ................................................................19
Hydraulic Schematic........................................................................19
Other ...............................................................21-23
CE Declaration ...........................................................................21-22
Quick Reference..............................................................................23
Limited Warranty..................................................................................

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Smithco product.
Read this manual and all other manuals pertaining to the Sand Star Zee carefully as they contain safety, op-
erating, assembly and maintenance instructions. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment
damage.
Keep manuals in a safe place after operator and maintenance personnel have read them. Right and left sides
are from the operator’s seat, facing forward.
All Smithco machines have a Serial Number and Model Number. Both numbers are needed when ordering
parts. Refer to engine manual for placement of engine serial number.
For product and accessory information, help nding a dealer, or to register your product please contact us at
www.Smithco.com.
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
For easy access record your Serial and Model numbers here.
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WARNING
Failure to follow cautious operating practices
can result in serious injury to the operator or
other persons. The owner must understand
these instructions, and must allow only trained
persons who understand these instructions to
operate this vehicle.
WARNING:
Engine exhaust and some of its constituents are
known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
For more information visit
www.P65Warning.ca.gov

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SYMBOLS
20° MAX
Read Operator’s
Manual
Engine Stop Engine Start Engine Run Engine Oil
Water
Temperature RPM Gasoline Diesel Glow Plug
Hour Meter Hand Throttle Choke Hydraulic
Oil Level
Ground Speed
Park Brake Park Brake
Release
Lift Arm
Slow
Moving Parts Pinch Point Hydraulic Fluid
Penetration
Warning
Danger
Caution
Fast
Rollover
Danger
Hot Surface
Headlamp Seat Belt
No Riders
Blower

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SAFETY
Read and understand this manual and all safety signs before operating and maintaining. Review
the safety instructions and precautions annually.
TAKE NOTE! THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL FOUND THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL IS USED
TO CALL YOUR ATTENTION TO INSTRUCTIONS INVOLVING YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY AND
THE SAFETY OF OTHERS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN
INJURY OR DEATH.
SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS
Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION with the safety
messages. The appropriate signal word for each has been selected using the following
guidelines:
DANGER: Red. Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to
the most extreme situations typically for machine
components which, for functional purposes, cannot
be guarded.
WARNING: Orange. Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury, and includes hazards that
are exposed when guards are removed. It may also
be used to alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION: Yellow. Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
IMPORTANT: Blue. Indicates procedures which
should be followed to avoid damage to the machine.
Safety

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SAFETY WARNING DECALS
REMEMBER: If Safety Signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced
without decals, new decals must be applied. New decals are available from your authorized
distributor or factory.
This is a list of decals located on the Sand Star Zee. Part number, description and location will help in
reordering decals.
A 13-063 Decal, Warning
25-357 Decal, Smithco
25-369 Decal, 84 dBA
B 25-277 Decal, Battery
C 25-286 Decal, Pinch Point
D 25-298 Decal, Warning Hot
E 45-522 Decal Sand Star Zee
F 25-354 Decal, Tire Pressure 5psi
G 25-356 Decal, Tire Pressure, 20 psi
H 45-524 Decal, Control Panel
I 51-184 Decal, Park Brake

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SAFE PRACTICES
1. It is your responsibility to read this manual and all publications associated with this machine (engine,
accessories and attachments).
2. Never allow anyone to operate or service the machine or its attachments without proper training and
instructions. Never allow minors to operate any equipment.
3. Learn the proper use of the machine, the location and purpose of all the controls and gauges before
you operate the equipment. Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to accidents.
4. Wear all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on your head, eyes, ears, hands and feet. Operate the
machine only in daylight or in good articial light.
5. Inspect the area where the equipment will be used. Pick up all debris you can nd before operating.
Beware of overhead obstructions and underground obstacles. Stay alert for hidden hazards.
6. Never operate equipment that is not in perfect working order or without decals, guards, shields, or other
protective devices in place.
7. Never disconnect or bypass any switch.
8. Carbon monoxide in the exhaust fumes can be fatal when inhaled, never operate a machine without
proper ventilation.
9. Fuel is highly ammable, handle with care. When lling tank stop 1 inch(2.54 cm) from top. Leave room
for expansion. DO NOT OVERFILL.
10. Keep engine clean. Allow the engine to cool before storing and always remove the ignition key.
11. 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.
13. Never use your hands to search for oil leaks. Hydraulic uid under pressure can penetrate the skin and
cause serious injury.
14. This machine demands your attention. To prevent loss of control or tipping of the vehicle:
A. Use extra caution in backing up the vehicle. Ensure area is clear.
B. Do not stop or start suddenly on any slope.
C. Do not drive on slopes greater than 10°.
D. Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns. Use caution when changing directions on slopes.
E. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
15. Before leaving operator’s position for any reason:
A. Disengage all drives.
B. Lower all attachments to the ground.
C. Set park brake.
D. Shut engine off and remove the ignition key.
16. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from moving parts. Wait for all movement to stop before you clean,
adjust or service the machine.
17. Keep the area of operation clear of all bystanders.
18. Never carry passengers.
19. Stop engine before making repairs/adjustments or checking/adding oil to the crankcase.
20. Use parts and materials supplied by Smithco only. Do not modify any function or part.
These machines are intended for professional maintenance on golf courses, sports turf, and any other
area maintained turf and related trails, paths and lots. No guaranty as to the suitability for any task is
expressed or implied.

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SAND STAR ZEE SPECIFICATIONS
WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS
Length 75" (1,91 m)
Width 59" (1,50 m)
Height 70" (1,78 m)
Wheel Base 48" (1,22m)
Ground Clearance 5.5" - 7" (13 -18 cm) - under cultivator depending on attachment
Weight 880 lbs. (399 kg)
SOUND LEVEL
At Ear Level 82 dB
ENGINE
Make Briggs and Stratton Commercial Turf
Model# 44T677
Type / Spec# 0001G1
Horsepower 22HP (16.4 kW)
Fuel Unleaded 87 Octane Gasoline Minimum
Lubrication System Full Pressure
Alternator 16 amp
WHEELS & TIRE
5 psi (.34 bar) Two: 25 X 10 - 12 Rear Knobby Tire
20 psi (1,38 bar) One: 16 x 7.50 - 8 Front Castor
SPEED
Forward Speed 0 to 10 m.p.h. (0-16 kph)
Reverse Speed 0 to 4 m.p.h. (0-6 kph)
BATTERY Automotive Type SP 35
BCI Group Size 35
Cold Cranking Amps 375
Ground Terminal Polarity Negative (-)
Maximum Length 7.5" (19 cm)
Maximum Width 5" (12,7 cm)
Maximum Height 7.5" (19 cm)
FLUID CAPACITY
Crankcase Oil See Engine Manual
Fuel 20 quarts (18,93 liters)
Hydraulic Fluid 7 quarts (6,6 liters)
Grade of Hydraulic Fluid Parker Dura Clean Hydraulic Oil or Equivalent of AW32 minimum hydraulic
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SETUP ASSEMBLY
The Sand Star Zee arrives from Smithco with some assembly required before service.
REAR WHEEL MOUNTING
1. Set park brake. Push the brake down past center and the park brake is engaged.
2. Block front tire. Jack up rear of machine being careful not to damage underside of machine. Place
wheel on hub lining up bolt holes. Use the ten lug nuts provided. Then torque to 64 - 74 ft/lb (87-100
Nm) using a cross pattern. Retorque after the rst 10 hours and every 200 hours thereafter. Lower ma-
chine to ground and remove blocks and jack.
3. Check the tire pressure. The rear knobby tire pressure should be 5 psi (0.34 bar). The front caster
wheel should be 20psi (1.38 bar).
REAR HITCH LIFT ARM
1. You will need the 7/8clevis and bridge pin from the hard-
ware bag.
2. The rear hitch lift arm is slid into the hitch on the back of
the machine between the adjustment bolts and held in
place with the 7/8clevis and bridge pin .
3. Be sure hitch lift arm is on top of the hitch lift bar and the
lock and spring are on the top.
SEAT
1. Place the seat on the seat frame spacers.
2. Plug in seat switch.
3. Use four 5/16 whiz locks nuts from the hardware bag to secure
seat to the seat spacers. Tighten all bolts.
ROLL BAR
1. Mount the roll bar on the main frame just behind seat. There
are 2 mounting plates with four holes in them. Use eight 7/16
bolt, washer and lock nut, four on each side.
2. Roll bar should be leaning towards the back of the machine.
RAKE HOLDER
1. The rake holder is mounted on the right hand side of
the roll bar.
2. Measure up 7" from the roll bar mounting plate.
3. Use a u-bolt from the small parts bag to hold the rake
holder in place. Tighten all hardware.

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SETUP ASSEMBLY
BATTERY BOX
1. Battery box is mounted on the left hand side of the roll bar.
2. Measure up 51/2" from the roll bar mounting plate.
3. Use a u-bolt from the small parts bag to hold the battery box in
place. Tighten all hardware
4. Battery not furnished. Install an automotive type SP 375 cold
cranking amps (minimum) battery in the battery box of the
Sand Star Zee. This is a negative grounding system. Attach
the rubber battery (C) hold-down found in the small parts bag.
Then attach red positive (+) cable (A) to positive terminal. Slide
rubber boot over the positive terminal to prevent shorts. Attach
black negative (-) cable (B) to the negative terminal.
Connecting battery cables to the
wrong post could result in personal injury and/
or damage to the electrical system. Make sure
battery and cables do not interfere or rub on any
moving part. Connect the red positive (+) cable
(A) to the battery rst. When disconnecting remove the black
negative (-) cable (B) rst.
FUEL , HYDRAULIC OIL AND GREASE FITTINGS
1. Check engine oil and add as necessary. See engine manual for recom-
mended motor oil. DO NOT OVERFILL.
2. Fill Gas Tanks with Unleaded 87 Octane gasoline (minimum).When lling
the fuel tank stop when the fuel reaches 1 inch (2.54cm) from the top.
This space is necessary for fuel expansion. DO NOT OVERFILL.
Fuel is ammable. Caution must be used when storing or handling it. Do not ll fuel
tank while engine is operating or in an enclosed area. Fumes are explosive and dan-
gerous to inhale. DO NOT SMOKE while lling the fuel tank. DO NOT OVERFILL.
The engine and exhaust system become very hot during operation. Rick of burns if
touched. Allow engine and exhaust system to cool before refueling.
3. Check hydraulic oil level in the tank reservoir. The level should be 1-3" from
the bottom of the dipstick. If level is low add
Parker Dura Clean Hydraulic Oil or equivalent of
AW32 minimum hydraulic oil.
4. Machine should be greased before starting. Use
general purpose No. 2 lithium base grease.
A. Rear attachment lift yoke.
B. Right attachment lift mount.
C. Left attachment lift mount.
D. Center attachment lift yoke.
E. Center lift lever.
F. Front fork.
5. Read operating instructions before starting ma-
chine.