Wessex MTC 120 User manual

Operation Manual and Parts Book
Wessex MTC 120 and MTX 120 Sweeper (MKII)
Paddock Cleaner & Dung Beetle Range
Product Code: L2052
Issue January 2016

CONTENTS
Welcome to your new Wessex Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5
Important Safety Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Important ATV Safety Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Setting up your Wessex Sweeper Collector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Adjusting the Sweeping Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Compensating for Brush Wear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Front Spring Tine Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Emptying the Hooper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Maintenance / Belt Adjustment / Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Parts Illustration - Mainframe Assembly - Plate 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14, 16
Parts List - Mainframe Assembly - Plate 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 17
Parts Illustration - Engine Drive Assembly - Plate 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Parts List - Engine Drive Assembly - Plate 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Parts Illustration - PTO Drive Assembly - Plate 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Parts List - PTO Drive Assembly - Plate 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Parts Illustration / Parts List - Rear Wheel Assembly - Plate 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Parts Illustration / Parts List - Spring Tine Option Plate 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
PTO Shaft - Operation and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 25
CE Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

WELCOME TO YOUR NEW WESSEX PRODUCT
Thank you for purchasing a Wessex Product. As a Wessex customer, you now number among the
most important people of our business and we will endeavour to give you the best service available
through our dealer network.
Please read this Manual carefully and familiarise yourself and other persons that will be using the
machine with its contents, to ensure the optimum performance and working life of your machine. It
is advisable that a copy of this Manual is kept in the workshop and one copy with the machine.
Further copies are available through your dealer or electronically via the Wessex website.
www.wessexintl.com
On delivery, your dealer should go through the workings of the machine with you, explaining the
setting up procedures, all of which are contained in this manual for further reference. The Warranty
Registration Form must also be completed and returned to us within 7 days of delivery in order
to register the Warranty. Alternatively if you prefer, you may register your product via our Website.
http://www.wessexintl.com/warranty-registration
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING PAGES CAREFULLYBEFORE USING YOUR MACHINE
AND KEEP THIS MANUAL IN ASAFE PLACE.
THIS SAFETY SYMBOL IS TO ALERT OPERATORS OF AHAZARD
THAT MAYRESULT IN INJURY.
ALWAYS FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
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SAFETY DECALS
GB ATTENTION Description of pictograms.
FATTENTION Description des pictogrames.
DVORSICH Beschreigung der piktogramme.
GB Read Operating manual before use.
FLisez Manual D’Opéreration avant l’utilisation.
D Vor der Benutzung, Betriebshandbuch lesen.
GB Ear defenders must be worn.
FDéfenseurs des oreilles doivent être portés.
DGehörschutz getragen werden.
GB Never remove guards or attempt adjustment until rotor has stopped.
FNe retirez jamais les gardes ou d'ajustement tentative jusqu'à ce que toutes les pièces mobiles ont
été interrompus.
DSchutzvorrichtung niemals abnehmen oder einstellung versuchen, bevore der rotor abstellt.
GB Do not use without pto shaft guard.
FNe pas utiliser sans de dispositif de sûreté de l’abre (arbre d’entraînement).
DNicht benutzen ohne p.t.o. (antriebswelle) schutvorrichtung.
GB Keep clear of unpropped body
FReculez de la machine éléeve.
DNicht in die ungeschützte Maschine fassen
GB Damage to brushes if set too low.
FNe montez pas la brosse très bas.
DBürsten können beschädigt warden, wenn sie zu tief eingestellt sind.
GB When scarifying, lift rotor before turning.
FÀ la course de rayer, élevez le rotor avant de tourner la machine.
DBeim vertikutieren (Grasnarbe aufreiâen) muss der Rotor vor Richtungsveränderungen (Kurven)
angehoben warden.
GB Bystanders must be at least 20 metres from machine range of action.
FDes spectateurs doivent s’écarter au moins metres du rayon d’action de la machine.
DUmstenhenden müâen sich mindestens 20 meter vom maschinenbetriebsraum entfernen.

SAFETY DECALS
GB Keep hands and feet clear
FGarder les mains et les pieds.
DHalten Sie Ihre Hände und Füße.
GB Grease points
FLes points de graissage
DGrease Punkte.
GB Always stop rotor before emptying hopper.
FArrêtez le rotor avant de vider la trémie.
DRotor muss vor Entleerung des Behälters zum Stillstand Kommen.
GB Lifting Point
FPoint de levage
DAnschlagpunkt
GB CORRECT BELTTENSION: Check belt tension regulary:
10mm of belt deflection at thumb pressure between pulleys.
FTENSIONNEMENT CORRECT DE LA COURROIE : Contrôler le tensionnement régulièrement :
la déflexion de la courroie sous la pression du pouce entre les deux poulies doit être de 10 mm.
DKORREKTE RIEMENSPANNUNG: Riemenspannung regelmäßig überprüfen:
10 mm Eindrücktiefe bei Daumenduck zwischen Riemenscheiben.
10 mm
GB It is the operators responsibility to ensure that the machine is compatible with the loading
capacity of the towing vehicle.
FIl est de la responsabilité des opérateurs afin de s’assurer que la machine est compatible
avec la capacité de chargement du véhicule tracteur.
DEs ist den Betreibern dafür zu sorgen, dass die Maschine mit der Belastbarkeit des
Zugfahrzeugs ist.
GB Never carry passengers on implements unless designed to do so.
FNe jamais transporter des passagers sur instruments sauf s’ils sont conçus pour le faire.
DNiemals Passagiere implementiert, es sei denn ausgelegt, dies zu tun.
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GB Replace brushes when worn to 130mm of bristle.
FRemplacez la brosse à 130 mm de longuer de poil.
DDie Bürsten sind zu wechseln, wenn die Borsten nur noch 130mm lang sind.

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GB Safety Chains must be anchored tightly. Never allow chains to wrap round PTOshaft.
Grease PTOshaft regularly.
FChaînes de sécurité doit être ancré solidement. Ne laissez jamais les chaînes à entourer
le transmission. Régulièrement graisse le transmission.
DSicherheitsketten müssen fest verankert sein. Lassen Sie niemals Ketten zu runden
Zapfwelle zu wickeln. Fett Gelenkwelle regelmäßig.
GB Keep clear of Hot Exhaust.
FRestez à l'écart des d'échappement chauds.
DHalten Sie sich von heißen Auspuff.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
FITTING PTO SHAFT TO MACHINE & TRACTOR - Applicable to MT-120(P)
●All safety chains must be anchored tight enough to allow a small amount of movement, but not
enough to wrap around the P.T.O. Shaft.
●Ensure that the shaft and guard is regulary greased to avoid overheating and to give
lubrication.
●Important: Thoroughly read through the manufacturers instruction book before using the
P.T.O. Shaft.
P.T.O.Shafts are not covered by the Wessex Warranty.
SAFETY DECALS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
Wessex sweepers are guarded for your protection, but you must always observe certain
elementary precautions. Sweepers are potentially dangerous and should be used with the
greatest respect and ALL OPERATORS MUST read this manual and be are aware of all safety
precautions.
1. NEVER attempt any adjustment whatsoever, unless the machine and it’s moving parts are
COMPLETELYat a standstill.
2. NEVER attempt to clear any obstructions around the machine unless the machine and it’s
moving parts are COMPLETELYat a standstill.
3. NEVER remove belt guards unless the machine and it’s moving parts are COMPLETELYat
a standstill.
4. NEVER remove safety guards unless the machine and it’s moving parts are COMPLETELY
at a standstill.
5. NEVER operate the Sweeper with people positioned behind, keep everybody (especially
children and animals) at a safe distance, minimum 20 metres.
6. Stand well back from the machine when brushes are spinning.
7. Regularly inspect the Rotor Fixing Boltsto ensure that they are in excellent condition.
Replace IMMEDIATELYif any signs of fracture or excess wear becomes apparent. Serious
damage, which is excluded from our warranty conditions, may result from using your
sweeper with an unbalanced rotor. When replacing brushes, always fit new mounting bolts
and nuts to ensure that the rotor is balanced and running smoothly.
HEALTH AND SAFETY - Noise at Work Regulations
READING AT THE OPERATORS EAR
MTC/MTX Series Engine Driven Sweepers: 97.5 D.B.A.
Depending on conditions and material being swept, this may alter, it is therefore advisable for
users to do their own assessment.

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READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON COUPLING IMPLEMENTS AND
ATTACHMENTS TO ATV’S
TRAINING
= It is most essential that all operators of ATV’s are trained by a certified training organisation.
= It is strictly forbidden that any person under 16 years of age should ride an ATV.
= Any person 17 years of age must have had training before towing a trailer with an ATV.
= Contact your local HSE office for approved training courses.
BODY PROTECTION
= Remember that when riding on an ATV the only form of protection that you have is what you
wear. ALWAYS wear a helmet, eye protection and suitable robust clothing.
= Never operate an ATV or attachments while under the influence of alcohol or non-prescription
drugs.
= Contact your doctor before operation of an ATV or attachments while under the influence of any
prescription drugs.
ATV MANUAL
= Before coupling any implement to your ATV refer to your ATV handbook.
STABILITY
= When using equipment coupled to an ATV it is very important to remember that the handling
characteristics of your ATV will change dramatically, whether the additional load is placed on
the front or rear rack or trailed on the towing ball hitch.
WEIGHT CAPACITY
= Always ensure that the implement or attachment that your are coupling to the ATV is within the
ATV’s drawbar loading or weight carrying capacity. Refer to the ATV manufacturer’s handbook
to obtain information on the specific capacities.
= It is most important that you know the weight of your load, especially when on slopes or
hillsides.
= As a guide, on level ground with an unbraked implement, the weight of the implement should
be approximately no more than twice the unladen weight of the ATV. This should be reduced
on sloping, uneven or rough ground.
WEIGHT TRANSFER
= Always take great care when towing loads which may be subject to weight transfer e.g. liquids
or livestock, especially on hillsides and slopes.
= Always restrict the movement of animals or rolling objects in a trailer.
IMPORTANT ATV SAFETY WARNINGS

TOWING
= Never tow loads larger or heavier than recommended for your ATV. (See ATV hand book).
= Never tow or turn across a slope.
= Never tow down a steep slope with a large or heavy load.
= When towing heavy loads there is a significant risk of jack-knifing or overturning.
ROUGH TERRAIN
= Always take care when operating implements on rough terrain or uneven ground.
= Take special care when operating on slippery surfaces especially hill sides or slopes.
= Take extra care when towing on hillsides, slopes or rough terrain.
OPERATING ON ROADS
= The Wessex MT sweeper is not designed for travelling distances on roads but when crossing or
going short distances always travel slowly and do not exceed 10 KPH.
= Make sure that your equipment complies with Road Vehicle Lighting Regulations.
= Ensure that you have the correct insurance cover and comply with all relevant traffic laws.
LOAD SECURITY
= Always secure your load firmly with ratchet straps.
= Make sure that your load is evenly; distributed.
= Never stack a high load, high loads increase the risk of overturning.
PASSENGERS
= Never carry passengers on any kind of implement or attachment, especially children.
MAINTENANCE
= Service your ATV and attachments as per the manufacturer’s handbook. Regular servicing of
your ATV will ensure that it will steer, stop and handle to its best ability and your attachment will
operate as safely and effectively as possible. Regular servicing helps ensure the longest
possible working life for your equipment.
EQUIPMENT SAFETY INSPECTION
= Check tyre pressure, incorrect tyre pressure can seriously affect the handling of your ATV.
(See Operators handbook).
= Maintain your equipment regularly to keep it in safe working order.
ROUTE / RISK ASSESSMENT
= Assess and plan the route that you intend to travel to avoid any type of hazards i.e. rocks,
boulders, ditches, hidden fences or wire, pot holes, low hanging branches or any other type of
hazard.
= Where possible stay with a routine route to avoid hazards.
= The risk may change in wet or wintry conditions, avoid slopes where possible.
IMPORTANT ATV SAFETY WARNINGS
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WARRANTY
Your Wessex product or equipment is warranted free from defect in workmanship
or manufacture for one year from date of purchase. Any parts which appear to us
to be defective, either in material or workmanship shall be replaced or repaired at
no cost to the purchaser, subject to the following conditions:
1. The registration card enclosed with this booklet must be returned to us within seven days of
purchase. Alternatively if you prefer, you may register your product via our Website.
http://www.wessexintl.com/warranty-registration
2. Any failure in the machine should be reported in the first instance immediately to your
dealer, who will act on your behalf to resolve the matter to your satisfaction.
3. The defective parts will be returned by your dealer to us, accompanied by a full statement
describing the failure and the circumstances and conditions in which the failure occurred.
4. The following are specifically excluded from our terms of warranty:
a) Fair wear and tear, especially to belts, brushes, blades, spinners and tyres.
b) Damage to brushes caused through incorrect adjustment of the rotor (see instructions).
c) Damage caused by neglect or lack of lubrication.
d) Damage caused by misuse or abuse.
e) Damage caused whilst the machine is in transit.
f) Damage caused to the frame of the machine by running the machine with unbalanced
brush rotors.
g) Damage caused to the machine by use with loose nuts, bolts, screws or any other type
of fittings.
5. The warranty is for the benefit of the first purchaser only.
6. Wessex International decisions will be final and binding.
Note:
It is recommended that every machine is inspected after one hour of operation to check that
all nuts, bolts, screws or any other types of fixings are tight and any loose fixings or
components should be rectified as appropriate. Belt tension should also be checked and
adjusted at this point.
Further inspections should be carried out at regular intervals thereafter.

SETTING UP YOUR WESSEX SWEEPER COLLECTOR
To get the very best performance from the sweeper and long life from the brushes it is most
important that you set the brushes up correctly. See diagram below, the brushes should be set so
that they only just touch the surface that is being swept. Most of the debris collection performance
is achieved by the wind from the brushes, if there is a drumming sound as the brushes rotate then
the brushes are set too low to the ground and should be raised immediately to avoid damage to
the brushes and rotor.
THE BRUSHES ARE NOT DESIGNED FOR SCARIFYING OR THATCH REMOVAL, AND
DAMAGE TO THE BRUSHES WILL QUICKLYOCCUR IF USED FOR THIS PURPOSE.
When using the sweeper it is a good idea to start off with the brush rotor too high and lower it
gently until a satisfactory result is achieved.
It is recommended that you keep the revs to a minimum as excessive revs will blow dry leaves
away rather than pick them up.
When collecting horse dung, use a slow forward speed particularly when driving over the dung
piles.
ADJUSTING THE SWEEPING HEIGHT
Adjusting the sweeping height is achieved by simply turning the
adjusting handle at the front of the machine (see drawing).
Turn clockwise to raise the sweeping brush and anti-clockwise
to lower the sweeping brush.
Please note:
White Wessex bristles have been developed for use in general sweeping (leaves and twigs) on fine
turf. The yellow bristles are coarser and intended for dung collection. Using the correct bristles will
ensure the best performance.
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COMPENSATING FOR BRUSH WEAR
The bristles on your Sweeper rotor will wear in due course, and it will be necessary to adjust the
height accordingly.
The Sweeper has been designed to work effectively until the bristles are approximately half their
original length. When the bristles wear beyond this point there is insufficient momentum to throw
the leaves and debris into the hopper and it will be necessary to replace the brushes on your
machine. When worn down to 130mm of bristle you should replace the brushes.
FRONT SPRING TINE OPTION (Paddock Cleaner Only)
The front tines are fitted to the Paddock Cleaner option
to assist collection of horse manure and similar material.
To adjust the tines simply remove the pin and slide the
tine bar up or down to adjust (see drawing). Set the
tines slightly below the brushes so that the tines loosen
any compacted material and the brushes can therefore
easily collect the material.
EMPTYING THE HOPPER
The hopper of the Wessex Sweeper tips forward towards the vehicle when using the hand winch.
REMEMBER , KEEP HOLD OF THE HANDLE WHEN CLOSING HOPPER.
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1. Grip handle.
2. While still holding handle, press to release ratchet.
3. While still holding handle, unwind to return hopper.
1
2
3

= IMPORTANT! Check that all fastening sets (bolts and nuts) are tight after the first hour of
operation.
BELT ADJUSTMENT
= The belts are tensioned in the factory but they will stretch after two or three hours work. It is
important to check and re-tension at this point.
= To tighten the belts, stop the machine and remove the belt cover, then adjust the belt tension by
adjusting the jockey pulley adjuster. NOTE: Correct belt tension is approximately 12-15mm
of deflection under the thumb pressure halfway between the pulleys.
= If belts are cut, frayed or damaged in any way they should be replaced.
= Refit the belt cover and tighten the fixing nut.
LUBRICATION
DAILY(8-10 Working Hours)
= Grease main rotor bearings (x2).
= Oil height adjusting handle threads.
PERIODICALLY(50+ Hours)
= Grease ball hitch and swivel.
ENGINE VERSION MT-120 (E)
= Check/change engine oil and carry out other specified service requirements as recommended
by manufacturer (see engine hand book).
PTO VERSION MT-120 (P)
= Check gearbox oil periodically, top up with EP90 gear oil.
= Grease drive shaft universal joints periodically.
= Grease gearbox cross shaft bearings.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
FAULTCAUSE REMEDY
Not sweeping correctly 1. Driving too fast
2. Worn brushes
3. Belts slipping
4. Brushes set too high/low
5. Dung tines too high
1. Slow down
2. Replace brushes
3. Adjust belt tension
4. Adjust brush height
5. Lower tines
Blowing dry leaves away
and not collecting
1. Engine revs too high
2. Front brush worn or missing
1. Reduce engine revs
2. Replace front brush bar
Drumming noise 1. Brushes set too low 1. Raise sweeping height
Vibration 1. Brushes set too low
2. Brushes loose on main rotor
3. Brush broken
1. Raise sweeping height
2. Tighten up brush fixings
3. Replace brush
Engine: Loncin (5.5HP)
Working Width: 1.2m
Overall Width: 1.8m
Overall Height: 1.10m
Overall Length: 2.75m
Hopper Capacity: 0.7m3(approx.)
Unladen Weight: 317kg
Maximum Payload: 210kg
Tyre Pressure Front: 28psi / 1.9 bar
Tyre Pressure Rear: Semi-Solid / N/A
Maximum laden weight will vary depending on the type and weight of material being swept
into the hopper.
NEVER exceed max. gross laden weight of 500kg when used behind an ATV.
SPECIFICATION

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1,2 3
4,5,6
7,8
9,10,11
44
45
46
12,13
14,15
16,17,18,19
20,2122,23,2425,26,2728,2930,31
32,33
34,35
36
37
38,39,40,41,42,43
PARTS ILLUSTRATION - MAINFRAME ASSEMBLY- PLATE 1
PLATE 1

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PARTS LIST - MAINFRAME ASSEMBLY- PLATE 1
Item No. Part No. Description Qty. per Machine
1WX-3430 Winch 1
2WX-9503 Winch Fastening Set 3
3WX-3530 Winch Strap 1
4WX-2820 Strap Support Tube 1
5WX-9603 Strap Support Tube Fastening Set 1
6WX-32276 Winch Hopper Bracket 1
7WX-34880 Handle 1
8WX-34401 Handle Fastening Set 2
9WX-32176 Hopper Pivot Bracket 2
10 WX-30601 Hopper Pivot Bracket Fastening Set 4
11 WX-34301 Hopper Pivot Bolt 2
12 WX-31676 Winch Bracket 1
13 WX-34101 Winch Bracket Fastening Set 4
14 WX-1352 Front Wheel (Complete) 2
15 WX-B5351 Tyre 2
16 WX-4951 Hub Cap 2
17 WX-1538 Wheel Bearing (Inner) 2
18 WX-1638 Wheel Bearing (Outer) 2
19 WX-0645 Oil Seal 2
20 WX-1676 Front Brush 1
21 WX-10703 Front Brush Fastening Set 1
22 WX-10828 Axle Frame Pivot 2
23 WX-9138 Insert Bush 2
24 WX-26101 Axle Frame Fastening Set 1
25 WX-31376 Height Adjuster Bracket - Left Hand 1
26 WX-31476 Height Adjuster Bracket - Right Hand 1
27 WX-9503 Height Adjuster Bracket Fastening Set 4
28 WX-13380 Height Adjuster 1
29 WX-0503 Height Adjuster Fastening Set 1
30 WX-18280 Drawbar 1
31 WX-18001 Drawbar Fastening Set 1
32 WX-2356 Ball Hitch 1
33 WX-1503 Ball Hitch Fastening Set 1
34 WX-12156 Swivel 1
35 WX-0246 Grease Nipple 1

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PARTS ILLUSTRATION - MAINFRAME ASSEMBLY- PLATE 1
1,2 3
4,5,6
7,8
9,10,11
44
45
46
12,13
14,15
16,17,18,19
20,2122,23,2425,26,2728,2930,31
32,33
34,35
36
37
38,39,40,41,42,43
PLATE 1

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PARTS LIST - MAINFRAME ASSEMBLY- PLATE 1
Item No. Part No. Description Qty. per Machine
36 WX-34980 50x50 Plastic End Cap 2
37 WX-17651 Front Wheel Frame 1
38 WX-19277 Belt Guard (Lower) 1
39 WX-34101 Belt Guard (Lower) Fastening Set 4
40 WX-31976 Belt Guard (Upper) 1
41 WX-34101 Belt Guard (Upper) Fastening Set 4
42 WX-31876 Belt Guard (Inner) 1
43 WX-3501 Belt Guard (Inner) Fastening Set 1
44 WX-34780 Rubber Bump Stop 3
45 WX-19979 Mainframe 1
46 WX-20179 Hopper 1

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1
2
3
4
5
6
3
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
25,26
27
28
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23 24
PARTS ILLUSTRATION - ENGINE DRIVE ASSEMBLY- PLATE 2
PLATE 2