TEXAS HS619TG Handy Sweep User Manual

TEXAS HS619TG Handy Sweep

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Spare parts

Spare part drawings for the specific product can be found on our website www.texas.dk
If you find the part numbers yourself, this will facilitate more rapid service. For purchase of spare parts, please contact your dealer. You will find a list of dealers on the Texas website.

Accessories: Handy Sweep 6xx models

Collector box:90228000100
Snow scraper:90228500100
Snow chain:90228700100
Lawn raker:90228300100

Accessories: Handy Sweep 7xx models:

Collector box:90228100100
Snow scraper:90228600100
Snow chain:90228700100
Lawn raker:90228300100

Safety precautions

Setup

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
• Read this manual carefully. Make sure that you are familiar with the different controls, settings and handles of the equipment.
• Know how to stop the.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the machine. Note, that local regulations can restrict the age of the operator.
• Always start the engine from safety zone.
• Do not leave the safety zone while operating the machine, if it is necessary to leave the safety zone, turn off the engine before leaving the zone.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine immediately, remove the spark plug cap and inspect the machine thoroughly for damage. Repair the damage before continuing
• If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of damage.
• Always disengage the levers, turn off the engine, and remove the spark plug, when the unit is left unattended.
• Always turn off the engine and ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop before making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
• Never operate the machine at a fast pace.
• Do not overload machine capacity by attempting to work at too fast a rate.
• Do not carry passengers.
• Pay attention, while the machine is in reverse.
• Never allow any bystanders in front of unit.
• Always disengage the rotary brush, if not in use.
• Only operate the machine at daylight or in fully illuminated areas
• Ensure a stable foothold and always keep a firm hold on the handles. Always walk, never run.
• Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing sandals.
• Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes
• By rear tillers, ensure that the blades are protected by safety shield, only the part of the blades that works into the soil must be free.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments, while the engine is running.
• Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the machine backward
• Never operate the engine indoors or in areas with low ventilation. The exhaustion from the engine contains carbon monoxide. Failure to observe could result in permanent injury or death.

Gasoline safety

• Use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the fumes are explosive.
• Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes. Rinse your skin and change clothes immediately!
• Use only an approved gasoline container. Do not use soft drink bottle or similar!
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.
• Never refuel your machine indoors.
• Let the engine cool down before refilling
• Never fill the fuel tank to more than 2.5 cm below bottom of filler in order to provide space for fuel to expand.
• After refueling, ensure that the cap tightens securely.
• Never use the lock function on the gasoline gun, when refueling.
• Do not smoke while refueling.
• Never refuel inside a building or where gasoline fumes may get in contact with an ignition source.
• Keep gasoline and engine away from appliances, pilot lights, barbecues, electric appliances, power tools, etc.
• If the fuel tank has to be drained, this shall be done outdoors

Maintenance and storage

• The engine shall be stopped when carrying out maintenance and cleaning operations, when changing tools and when being transported by means other than under its own power.
• Check regularly that all bolts and nuts are tightened. Retighten if necessary.
• The engine must be completely cooled before storing indoors or covered.
• If the machine unused for a period of time, please refer to the instructions in this manual.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
• Only use original spare parts or accessories. If not original parts or accessories is used, the liability is no longer applied.
• Replace faulty silencers.

Miscellaneous

• The gears are delivered pre-greased. However, always ensure they are well greased before each use.
• The motor is not pre-filled with oil.
• Factory-fitted control devices, such as the handle-mounted clutch cable, must not be removed or exposed.
• Only drain the fuel tank outdoors. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the fumes are explosive.
• Ensure that the machine is properly secured when transported on a flatbed etc.
• Reduce the throttle during engine shutdown and close the fuel valve.

Box Contents

Figure 1:

1. A. Machine
2. B. Handlebar
3. C. Gear shifter
4. D. Swing handle
5. E. Engine manual and user’s manual
6. F. Sideguard (set) – only HS710 models
7. G. Rotary brush (set) – only HS710 models

Identification of parts

Figure 2:

1. A. Brush
2. B. Support wheel for brush/adjustment of height
3. C. Wheels
4. D. Handlebar
5. E. Clutch handle – Forward and reverse speed
6. F. Clutch handle – Activating brush
7. G. Gear shifter
8. H. Swing handle
9. I. Engine (may vary from picture)
10. J. Belt guard
11. K. Electric starter – 230V (HS650TGE / HS700TGE only)

Assembly

The sweeper is almost ready assembled from the factory. Only a few items remain to be assembled: Actual model may vary from the illustration shown Check the tire pressure on both wheels before use. Correct tire pressure is 24 psi/1.7 bar. Fig 9.

CAUTION: Use of a machine with too low tire pressure can damage the tires! Right wheel bolt has links thread!

Handy Sweep – all models

1.  Remove the bolts from the base unit then mount the handlebar and fix the bolts See figure 3.

2.  Mount the wheels. Pay attention to that right wheel bolt have links thread and need be loosen/ tighten opposite direction.

3.  Mount the gear shifter rod to the bracket as shown in figure 4.

4.  Adjust the bolt (A) in the bottom of gear shifter rod as shown on figure 5. The more the bolt is tightened, the harder the gear shifter rod presses against the gear plate. Adjust so that the gear shifter goes easily into all 4 positions on the gear plate and stays there.

5.  Pull the cables up to the clutch handles. Separate the metal parts by turning them apart. Mount the part with the hook onto the clutch handle. Assemble the 2 metal parts and turn it until the cable is tight. See figure 6.

6.  Mount swing handle with enclosed bolts and nuts. Hold the 2 nuts on the underside while removing the 2 bolts at the rubber sockets. The rubber sockets must be mounted under the handle plate. Attach the swing handle. Tighten the 2 bolts, while holding the 2 nuts on the underside. See figure 7.
   Only HandySweep 710 models

7. 7. Mount the brush on each side following the assembling method 1 or method 2. See figure 10 (M1 or M2) Explanation to figure 10, A1:

8. A. Brush

9. B. Spacer cup

10. C. Bracket

11. D. Bolt

12.  Mount the guard using the enclosed bolt, washer and nut. Follow the step 1-5 in figure 11. NB: The safeguards have to be mounted under the main guard.

Operation

NOTE: Read the instruction manual for the engine, before use.

Before using the machine, remove bigger objects from the vicinity. Bigger objects can damage the sweeper. Also check that all bolts are tightened.

Start the engine:

1.  Open the fuel tap.

2.  On a cold engine open the choker.
   Note: By a hot engine choke is not required.

3.  Turn the throttle cable to “start” position.

4.  Pull the recoil starter gently until you feel resistance in the rope. Then pull quickly and energetic. Do not at any time let go of the recoil starter but glide it gently back and pull again.

5.  230V electric starter (HS650TGE / HS710TGE only). Plug the cord into electrical outlet and press the start button. After the engine is started remove the plug from the socket.

6.  Regulate the choker until the engine is running smoothly.

Stop the engine:

1.  Set the throttle to minimum/stop.
2.  Turn the fuel tap to the ”off” position.

Gear shifter
3 different forward gears and 1 reverse gear can be selected. See figure 13.

Clutch handle A – Forward and Reverse.
To operate the black clutch handle A in figure 12, activate the handle, so the sweeper will drive forward or backward. To change gear, release the clutch handle and chose the desired gear with the gear shifter. Pay attention while reversing. It is important that the area is cleared, for any obstacles before reversing. Never reverse the sweeper against a wall, tree or any other fixed obstacle.

Clutch handle B – Activation of brush.
To operate the black brush handle B in figure 12, push down the handle and it activates the brush. The sweeper is equipped with a “dead man’s handle”, once released the brush and drive will stop immediately.

Operation safety zone

Do not leave the operation safety zone marked in figure 14, while working with the machine. If it is necessary to leave the operation zone, for example to readjust the rotary brush or to attach an accessory, first stop the engine.

Height adjustment of brush

When the brushes become worn it might be necessary to adjust the proximity of brushes to the working surface. To adjust the height of the brushes follows figure 8:

1.  Remove the lock pin
2.  Lift the front of the machine to free the brush and pull the supporting wheels out.
3.  Remove or add the spacer ring (1 ring = approx. 5 mm)
4.  Install support wheels, remove / add spacer ring, fasten with locking pin. (Hint: Complete one wheel at a time)

Angle adjustment of brush

The brush can be pivoted 20 degrees to either side. This is done by pushing the swing handle down, turning the brush and releasing the handle so the detent clicks into place. The swing handle is shown on Figure 7, H.

Technical specifications

Model

| HS619TG HS650TG HS675TG| HS640TG HS645TG HS690TG|

HS650TGE

---|---|---|---
Total width (mm)| 610| 610| 610
Working width (mm)| 600| 600| 600
Weight w/o fuel (kg)| 71| 71| 72,5
Brush diameter (mm)| 350| 350| 350
Swinging brush (positions)| 3| 3| 3
Gears (forward/reverse)| 3+1| 3+1| 3+1
Tire size| 13 x 4.10| 13 x 4.10| 13 x 4.10
Tire pressure (psi)| 24| 24| 24
Model| HS710TG| HS710B| HS710TG
Total width (mm)| 710| 710| 710
Working width (mm)| 700| 700| 700
Weight w/o fuel (kg)| 75| 75| 75
Brush diameter (mm)| 350| 350| 350
Swinging brush (positions)| 3| 3| 3
Gears (forward/reverse)| 3+1| 3+1| 3+1
Tire size| 13 x 4.10| 13 x 4.10| 13 x 4.10
Tire pressure (psi)| 24| 24| 24

Troubleshooting

The engine won’t start:

1.  Check sparkplug.
2.  Check that the spark plug cap is fitted correctly.
3.  Check if the motor is equipped with an ignition switch. (It must be activated)
4.  Check if the motor is equipped with a fuel valve. (It must be activated)

The engine runs unevenly:

1.  Check that the choke has been released.
2.  Check fuel for impurities.

If the brush will not run:

1.  Check that the clutch cable is adjusted correctly (figure 6).
2.  Check that the belt is tight.

If the machine will not run:

1.  Check that the clutch cable is adjusted correctly (figure 6).
2.  Check the belt.

If the machine does not sweep effectively:
Check the distance between the brush and working surface.

Adjustment of cables:
Most often, the cable will be too loose. Adjust by turning the bolt on both cables until sufficiently taut. Adjustment of broom cable is also done where the cable goes into the gearbox. Adjust nuts.

References

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