AllFitHD AF-5026LS 26 cu. ft. Lawn Sweeper User Manual

: June 13, 2024
: AllFitHD

Table of Contents

AllFitHD AF-5026LS 26 cu. ft. Lawn Sweeper
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Safety Rules
Warranty
Carton Contents
Assembly Instructions
Operating Instructions
Repair Parts
References
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AllFitHD AF-5026LS 26 cu. ft. Lawn Sweeper

AllFitHD-AF-5026LS-26-cu-ft-Lawn-Sweeper-PRODUCT

Product Information

Product Name: AF-5026LS 26 cu. ft. Lawn Sweeper
Patent Number: U.S. Patent No. 7,610,646

Product Usage Instructions

Attach the Hitch Mount Tubes (19) to the Sweeper Assembly and tighten the hardware.
Attach the Handle (3) to the Height Adjustment (2) and tighten the hardware.
Insert the Hitch Tubes (18) into the Hitch Mount Tubes (19) and snap them into position.
Install the hardware through the front two holes of the Hitch Tubes.
Hold the Adjustment Lever (4) in position and install the third bolt through the Lever. Pin the Adjustment Lever to the Handle with the Hair Pin (26).
Install the Clevis Bars (5 & 6) between the Hitch Tube bolts. Tighten the Hitch Tube hardware first, then tighten the Clevis hardware.
Insert the Bottom Frame Tubes (38) into the Center Frame Tube (40) and snap them into position with the snap buttons facing up.
Unroll and flatten the hopper bag (37) and slide the Hopper Stop Bar (43) into its pocket.
Place the bottom frame assembly into the bottom of the Hopper Bag. Install the Clevis Pins (45) through the Hopper Bag, Hopper Stop Bar, and Bottom Frame Tubes, then secure them with Hairpins (48).
Insert the Top Frame Tubes (39) into the Center Frame Tube and snap them into position with the snap buttons facing down.
Place the top frame assembly into the Hopper Bag. Install the Clevis Pins (44) through the Top Frame Tubes and Bottom Frame Tubes, then secure them with Hairpins (48).
Slide the Hopper Pivot Rod (42) through the Top Frame Tube, Connecting Tube (36), pocket of the Hopper Bag, and both the Connecting Tube and Top Frame Tube on the other side. Secure both ends with the Washer (46) and Hairpin (48).
Unscrew the Thumb Screw from the Tension Tube Assembly (41). Insert the Tension Tube Assembly through the opening in the HopperBag and into the hole in the bottom Center Frame Tube. Pull the top Center Frame Tube over the tension tube and align the holes.

Please refer to the provided images and diagrams in the user manual for a visual representation of the assembly instructions.

Safety Rules

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Read and understand all safety rules and operating instructions before using this tractor attachment.
Follow all safety rules and operating instructions provided by your tractor’s manufacturer when using attachments.
Never allow children or untrained persons to operate a tractor or attachment. Reduce tractor speed to the slowest setting when towing or operating on slopes. Operate up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes.
Do not carry passengers on a tractor or attachment.
Avoid sudden turns or maneuvers.
Use caution when backing up to prevent damaging attachment.
Do not tow attachments on public roadways.
Do not remove warning decals from the product.
Check the product for worn, loose, or damaged parts before each use. If any damage is present, repair the product before using it.
Check the product for loose or missing fasteners before each use. Tighten or replace fasteners as needed before using.
Do not fasten rope to any part of your body or clothing.
Do not hold the rope while the tractor and Lawn Sweeper are in motion.
Do not use Lawn Sweeper near fire or smoldering debris.
Always fasten the rope to the tractor to avoid contact with wheels and brushes.
Always empty the hopper before storing it to avoid spontaneous combustion of contents.
Do not exceed the tractor speed of 6 miles per hour when towing or operating the Lawn Sweeper.

Warranty

IF YOU ARE MISSING PARTS DO NOT RETURN TO STORE
Email cs@ohiosteel.com. or call 1-800-652-2321, ext. 212
Before you call, please email our customer service team at cs@ohiosteel.com. with the following:

A description of the issue you are having
Photos of the issue that include an overall view and detailed view from multiple angles
If applicable, a short video showing the issue

Replacement Parts:
You can place your parts order online at ohiosteel.com/partsstore

You can also reach our Customer Service Department at 1-800-652-2321, ext. 212
If you are ordering replacement part(s) for your product, please note that some parts are only available as a repair kit.

If this product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within THREE YEARS from the date of purchase, we will at our option, only with receipt of purchase, 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.
Paint that is worn or faded due to normal use or exposure.

To arrange for product repair visit ohiosteel.com/customer-support and fill out the warranty repair form. You can also call 1-800-652-2321, ext. 212 to speak to our Customer Service Team 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.

Carton Contents

$AllFitHD-AF-5026LS-26-cu-ft-Lawn-Sweeper-FIG-1 $1$$

Assembly Instructions

Attach Hitch Mount Tubes (19) to the Sweeper Assembly and tighten the hardware. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. $AllFitHD-AF-5026LS-26-cu-ft-Lawn-Sweeper-FIG-1 $2$$
Attach Handle (3) to Height Adjustment (2) and tighten hardware.
Insert Hitch Tubes (18) into Hitch Mount Tubes (19) and snap into position.
Install hardware through front two holes of Hitch Tubes as shown $AllFitHD-AF-5026LS-26-cu-ft-Lawn-Sweeper-FIG-1 $5$$
DO NOT TIGHTEN AT THIS TIME.
Hold Adjustment Lever (4) in position and install third bolt through Lever as shown. Pin Adjustment Lever to Handle with Hair Pin (26). $AllFitHD-AF-5026LS-26-cu-ft-Lawn-Sweeper-FIG-1 $7$$ DO NOT TIGHTEN AT THIS TIME.
Install Clevis Bars as shown (5 & 6); Clevis bolts (23) pass between Hitch Tube bolts. Tighten Hitch Tube hardware first, then tighten Clevis hardware. $AllFitHD-AF-5026LS-26-cu-ft-Lawn-Sweeper-FIG-1 $7$$
Insert Bottom Frame Tubes (38) into Center Frame Tube (40) and snap into position. (Note that snap buttons are oriented up) $AllFitHD-AF-5026LS-26-cu-ft-Lawn-Sweeper-FIG-1 $8$$
Unroll and flatten hopper bag (37) from shipping state. Then, slide Hopper Stop Bar (43) into pocket of Hopper Bag as shown.
First, place bottom frame assembly into bottom of Hopper Bag (37). Second, Install Clevis Pins (45) through Hopper Bag (37), Hopper Stop Bar (41), and Bottom Frame Tubes (38) then secure with Hairpins(48). $AllFitHD-AF-5026LS-26-cu-ft-Lawn-Sweeper-FIG-1 $10$$
Insert Top Frame Tubes (39) into Center Frame Tube (40) and snap into position. (Note that snap buttons are oriented down)
First, Place top frame assembly into Hopper Bag (37). Second, Install Clevis Pins (44) through Top Frame Tubes (39) and Bottom Frame Tubes (38) and secure with Hairpins (48).
Slide Hopper Pivot Rod (42) through Top Frame Tube (39) and Connecting Tube (36), then through pocket of Hopper Bag (37), and then through both Connecting Tube (36) and Top Frame Tube (39) on other side. Secure both ends with Washer (46) and Hairpin (48).
First, unscrew Thumb Screw from Tension Tube Assembly (41). Next, Hold Hopper Bag (37) open and carefully insert Tension Tube Assembly (41) through opening in Hopper Bag and into hole in bottom Center Frame Tube (40). Pull top Center Frame Tube over tension tube and align holes. $AllFitHD-AF-5026LS-26-cu-ft-Lawn-Sweeper-FIG-1 $14$$
Insert thumb screw that came with Tension Tube Assembly through top Center Frame Tube (40) and screw into top of Tension Tube. Secure Hopper Bag around Top Frame Tubes with Velcro tabs. $AllFitHD-AF-5026LS-26-cu-ft-Lawn-Sweeper-FIG-1 $15$$
Insert Connecting Tubes (36) into Hitch Mount Tubes (19) and secure with Quick-Release Pins (47). Install Hitch Pin (49) and secure with Hairpin (48).
Tie Dump Rope (51) securely around exposed section of Center Frame Tube (40).

Do NOT fasten rope to any part of your body or clothing.

Operating Instructions

Before Using Lawn Sweeper:

Read all Safety Rules found on page 1.

How to Sweep Lawn:

Remove large debris from the lawn.
Do not sweep if conditions are too wet or muddy.
Attach Lawn Sweeper to tractor using supplied hitch pin. The multi-pronged hitch allows the Lawn Sweeper to accommodate varying tractor hitch heights; choose the appropriate setting so that Lawn Sweeper hitch tubes are roughly level with the ground.
Attach dump rope to the tractor so that it cannot contact the brushes or wheels.
Start the tractor engine and tow the Lawn Sweeper to the lawn.
Adjust brush height so that brushes extend roughly 1/2″ below the tips of the grass. For best performance, always set the brushes as high as possible to minimize resistance on brushes and wheels.
Engage the tractor drive at its slowest speed and begin sweeping. Increase tractor speed as required to throw material to the back of the hopper bag.
Sweep in straight lines whenever possible and avoid sharp turns.
Periodically check the sweeper while operating to ensure that wheels and brushes are rotating smoothly and that nothing is wrapped around the brushes or brush shaft.
When filled, the hopper bag can be emptied by pulling the dump rope forward.

How to Adjust Brush Height:

Remove the hairpin and detach the adjustment lever from the handle.
Move the handle downwards to raise the brush height or upwards to lower the brush height.
Align the handle pin with the nearest hole in the adjustment lever. Use the top or bottom pin on the handle, whichever provides the best alignment.
Secure adjustment lever to handle with a hairpin.

Storing Lawn Sweeper:

Empty the hopper bag and thoroughly clean the Lawn Sweeper before storing it.
Store the Lawn Sweeper away from excessive heat to prevent damage.
Brushes must not contact the ground during storage to prevent damage.
Remove quick-release pins to separate the hopper bag from the Lawn Sweeper.
Carefully remove the tension tube and collapse the hopper bag for compact storage.
Unpin and detach the adjustment lever from the handle and then depress the snap buttons to remove hitch tubes from the Lawn Sweeper for compact storage.

Periodic Maintenance:

Tighten fasteners as needed before each use
Empty hopper and thoroughly clean Lawn Sweeper after each use
Remove any materials that have wrapped around brushes or brush shaft after each use
Lubricate wheel bearings and gears annually with a light coating of white lithium grease.

Repair Parts

$AllFitHD-AF-5026LS-26-cu-ft-Lawn-Sweeper-FIG-1 $21$$

ITEM| PART NO.| DESCRIPTION| QTY| ITEM| PART NO.| DESCRIPTION| QTY
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
1| KIT 6004261-G2| SWEEPER HOUSING| 1| 19| 307034-B2| HITCH MOUNT TUBE| 2
2| HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT| 1| 20|

KIT 307132

| 3/8″-16 x 2″ HEX BOLT| 4
3| 307181-B2| HANDLE ASSEMBLY| 1| 21| CURVED WASHER, 3/8″ US| 10
4| 307113-B2| ADJUSTMENT BAR| 1| 22| NYLOCK NUT, 3/8-16| 11
5| 307042-B2| CLEVIS PLATE, FLAT| 2| 23| 3/8″-16 x 2-3/4″ HEX BOLT| 2
6| 307043-B2| CLEVIS PLATE, BENT| 2| 24| 3/8″-16 x 1″ HEX BOLT| 2
7| 307011| WHEEL ASSEMBLY| 2| 25| 3/8″-16 x 3-1/2″ HEX BOLT| 3
8| 6000539| DUST COVER| 2| 26| HAIRPIN| 1
9| 307241| CAP, WHEEL| 2| 27| WASHER, 3/8″ USS| 4
10| 307125-B2| TUBE, 50″ BRUSH| 1| 28| 6000733-ZC| 1/4″ -20 X 1″ CARRIAGE BOLT| 8
11| 307122-ZC| BRACKET, STEEL| 4| 29| 3000515-ZC| 1/4″-20 X 1″ BOLT| 12
12| 307121-ZC| CLAMP, STEEL| 8| 30| 300089-ZC| COTTER PIN, 1/8″ X 1″| 2
13| 307322| BRUSH| 2| 31| KIT 6000828| PINION ASSEMBLY, RIGHT| 1
14| 3000721-ZC| WASHER, 3/4″ SAE| 2| 32| PINION ASSEMBLY, LEFT| 1
15| 3000539-ZC| 1/4″ -20 X 1-1/4″ BOLT| 8| 33| BEARING ASSEMBLY| 2
16| 3000716-ZC| WASHER, 1/4″ SAE| 4| 34| 6000540| WHEEL BUSHING| 4
17| 300065-ZC| 1/4″ -20 LOCK NUT| 28| 35| 6000222-ZC| SNAP BUTTON| 2
18| 307038-B2| TUBE, HITCH| 2| | | |

$AllFitHD-AF-5026LS-26-cu-ft-Lawn-Sweeper-FIG-1 $22$$

ITEM| PART NO.| DESCRIPTION| QTY| ITEM| PART NO.| DESCRIPTION| QTY
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
36| 307032-B2| CONNECTING TUBE| 2| 44|

KIT 307133

| CLEVIS PIN, 3/8″ X 1/2″| 2
37| 307332| HOPPER BAG| 1| 45| CLEVIS PIN, 1/4″ X 1-1/4″| 2
38|

KIT 6004134-B2

| BOTTOM FRAME TUBE| 2| 46| 3/8″ USS FLAT WASHER| 2
39| TOP FRAME TUBE| 2| 47| QUICK-RELEASE PIN| 2
40| CENTER FRAME TUBE| 2| 48| HAIRPIN| 7
41| TENSION TUBE ASSEMBLY| 1| 49| HITCH PIN| 1
42| 307053-B2| HOPPER PIVOT ROD| 1| 50| 6000208-ZC| SNAP BUTTON| 4
43| 307062-B2| HOPPER STOP BAR| 1| 51| 307361| DUMP ROPE| 1

MODEL# AF-5026LS

SCAN HERE: VIDEO ASSEMBLY GUIDE $AllFitHD-AF-5026LS-26-cu-ft-Lawn- Sweeper-FIG-1 $23$$