GMRLK1 LAWNKEEPER OWNER'S MANUAL

GMRLK1 LAWNKEEPER OWNER'S MANUAL Westward Parts Services Ltd. reserves the right to make changes in design, material or specification without notice thereof. 2017 www.westwardparts.com 1

Congratulations on your purchase of a WESTWARD PARTS LAWNKEEPER MODEL GMRLK1 Note: Add proper oil to the engine crankcase and gasoline to the gas tank. Refer to the engine manual for the correct type and amount. Your Lawnkeeper was designed for use on large lawns where grass clippings accumulation may become a problem. It is also useful for ridding lawns of twigs, leaves, thatch build-up and light debris. Your Lawnkeeper will give you years of trouble-free service if properly maintained. To receive maximum efficiency from your Lawnkeeper, it is important to read this manual thoroughly. Refer to the Honda Engine Manual for all references pertaining to the engine. 2

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. CAUTION must be exercised when operating the Lawnkeeper as with any outdoor power equipment. Whenever adjustments are being made make sure the motor is turned off. 2. Never refuel the engine in an enclosed area. 3. Fuel should never be transported in any container not approved for gasoline. 4. Wipe fuel spills around the engine before starting it. 5. Never start the motor in an enclosed area that is not properly ventilated. 6. Never get near the power brush with loose clothing, bare hands and feet or long uncontrolled hair. The power brush can cause loose objects to wrap quickly and inflict damage to persons and property. 7. Keep bystanders and children away from the Lawnkeeper during use. Some debris can be hurled some distance. 8. Inspect the Lawnkeeper for loose fitting or broken parts before starting. SPECIFICATIONS Engine GC160 Honda Tires Rear - 16 x 6.50 x 8 Front - 2 x 8 x 3 Height 47" Width 66" Length 52" excluding the hitch Brush Width 41" Brush Diameter 8" Brush Operating Speed 1450 RPM (approx.) Holding Bin 36" x 42" 21 cu. ft. capacity Weight 200 lbs. HOOKING UP LAWNKEEPER TO YOUR LAWN TRACTOR OFFSET TONGUE ADJUSTMENT The amount of offset required is determined by the swath of grass left by the tractor's mower deck. 1. Mow a strip of grass long enough to see the area where the majority of discharged clippings lay. 2. Position the Lawnkeeper at the rear of the lawn tractor with the Keeper straddling the swath of clippings. 3. Slide the tongue shaft into the open end of the Lawnkeeper frame until the attachment end lines up with the tractor hitch. 4. Make a reference mark on the tongue shaft next to the frame. 5. Pull the tongue out and measure the length of tongue shaft from the inserted end of clamp. There must be at least 10" of tongue shaft inside the Keeper frame when locked in place. IMPORTANT The clamp must be positioned so that the nuts are forward. By doing this, the flange will not come unlatched while being towed by the lawn tractor. When the clamp is positioned properly the tongue can be lifted to a vertical position and be pulled out. This bayonet-type mount permits quick switching from offset tongue to center tongue. 3

ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OF THE BRUSH (CASTER WHEEL) The front caster wheel determines the height of the pick-up brush. Interchanging the bushings on the caster wheel spindle will change the height of the brush. Remember to re-insert the lynch pin after adjustments are made. Sweeping Hard Surfaces: Position the caster wheel so that the brush lightly touches the ground. Sweeping Lawns While Mowing: Position the caster wheel so that the brush is at the same height as the mower deck cut. e.g. Mower deck height 2" - sweeper brush should have 2" of clearance to the ground. Sweeping Lawns to Remove Debris: Position the caster wheel so that the brush lightly touches the top of the grass. Be sure brush is perpendicular to the ground when making adjustments. WARNING Continued use of the Lawnkeeper with the caster brush set too low will decrease brush life. OPERATING YOUR LAWNKEEPER Offset Tongue Use the offset tongue to pick up grass clippings while mowing is being performed. The offset tongue is designed to offset to the right or to the left depending on which side your mower discharges (See Figure #1). For the most efficient use of your Lawnkeeper, mowing and sweeping should be performed as follows: 1. Inspect the area to be swept before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or become tangled in the brush assembly. 2. Before hooking up the Lawnkeeper to the lawn tractor, mow an eight (8) foot swath around all stationary objects (flower beds, trees, planter, poles, etc.) discharging the grass outward onto the uncut grass. This will leave enough room between the Lawnkeeper and objects while mowing the large area (See Figure #2). 3. Shut the lawn tractor off and hook up the Lawnkeeper. 4. Start engine on the Lawnkeeper and open the throttle fully. 5. Mow in a circuit pattern always discharging the grass clippings onto the uncut grass and onto the path of the Lawnkeeper (See Figure #2). This leaves the lawn area free of debris and clippings. It should be noted that if the mower deck is plugged, grass may not be discharged properly into the path of the Lawnkeeper. This problem can be eliminated by periodic cleaning of the mower deck. (See your Mower Manual for cleaning procedures) 6. When the Keeper drum is full, pull out to a desired area for unloading. It is not necessary to shut down the Lawnkeeper engine unless the unloading site is a long distance from the area being cut. Heavy Grass Conditions When mowing grass 5" or more in height, the clippings should be discharged onto the cut grass and into the path of the Lawnkeeper (See Figure #1) This increases the efficiency of the Lawnkeeper as the brush is not working in the long grass. 4

HOW TO UNLOAD THE LAWNKEEPER 1. Push the locking lever down and lift the hatch until it locks open. 2. Drive the tractor ahead several feet. 3. Close the hatch gently. Lift the grab handle and push down on the locking lever. NOTE: Never let the hatch slam shut. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS Engine Maintenance For complete engine maintenance information see Engine Manual. Tightening the Brush Drive Belt 1. Loosen the four motor mount bolts. 2. Push engine forward. 3. While holding the engine in position, tighten the motor mount bolts. NOTE: Be careful not to over tighten the brush drive belt. This will lead to premature wear of bearings, belt and pulleys. If the belt is too loose, it will slip causing a loss of efficiency. When properly adjusted the belt should have approximately 1/4" of flex between the pulleys. Brush Strip Replacement 1. Loosen the engine mounting bolts. Slide the engine ahead to remove belt. 2. Remove the brush shaft bearing mounting bolts and remove the brush assembly. 3. Remove the bearing on the end of the brush shaft opposite the pulley. 4. Remove the 12 bolts which hold the brush strips in place. 5. Slide the brush strips out the end of the shaft. NOTE: If the brush strips stick, the attachment tabs may be pried apart slightly. Never attempt to pull the brush out perpendicular to the shaft. 6. Install the new brush and fasten with bolts and nuts provided. NOTE: Ensure the brush strips are centered. Be sure to tighten the bolts enough to pinch the brush strips securely between the tabs. 7. Reinstall the bearing. 8. Reinstall the brush assembly. NOTE: The belt must be in the pulley groove before the shaft is bolted to the frame. 9. Install the engine mounting bolts and tighten the belt. See "Tightening the Brush Drive Belt". Brush Drive Belt Replacement 1. Remove the four motor mount bolts. Slide the engine back. 2. Slip the old belt off the motor pulley. 3. Remove the bolts that attach the brush drive shaft bearing to the frame (pulley end of shaft). 4. Drop the brush shaft down to remove the old belt and to install the new one. 5. Reinstall the brush shaft. 6. Slip the new belt on the motor pulley. 7. Install engine mounting bolts and tighten the belt. See "Tightening the Brush Drive Belt". 5

STORAGE See the instructions for "Engine Storage" in the Engine Manual. Lubricate grass collection door hinge pins and latch with WD-40 or similar lubricant. Grease all bearings and bushings. NOTE: Never store Lawnkeeper with clippings in the drum. TROUBLESHOOTING For problems relating to the engine, refer to the enclosed Engine Manual. The following Troubleshooting Chart is provided for quick diagnosis of problems that may arise during the life of the Lawnkeeper. However, it is impossible to anticipate every situation in which a problem can occur. Contact your dealer for any problem not covered in this manual and Troubleshooting Chart. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART CHART SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Brush does not turn when engine is running Broken or loose drive belt Replace belt. See Brush Drive Belt Replacement and Parts List Lawnkeeper drum does not fill properly Offset tongue will not stay locked in place Engine not running at proper speed (3400 to 3600 RPM) Front caster wheel is set too low causing the brush to stall. Drive belt is slipping Brushes are worn out Improper placement of clamp Open throttle or adjust engine speed. See Engine Manual Adjust caster wheel. See Adjusting Brush Height (Caster Wheel) Adjust belt. See Tightening the Brush Drive Belt Replace brush strips. See Brush Drive Replacement Adjust clamp. See Offset Tongue Adjustment 6

Figure #1 UNCUT GRASS DISCHARGED GRASS Figure #2 CUT GRASS UNCUT GRASS CUT GRASS tree DISCHARGED GRASS CUT GRASS flowerbed 7

SHROUD ASSEMBLY REFERENCE PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION 1 GMP LS001-007 1 Frame 2 GMP LS001-010 1 Shroud Retainer 3 GMP LK1-1 1 Shroud 4 GMP LS001-010 1 Apron Retainer 5 GMP 1010225 1 Apron 6 GMP LS001-018 1 Clamp Plate, Baffle 8

HATCH ASSEMBLY REFERENCE PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION 2 SPT H004.24 10 Capscrew, 1/4 x 3/4 3 SPT H020.56 1 Capscrew, 1/2 x 3 4 SPT H020.01 1 1/2 Lock Nut 5 SPT H004.01 10 1/4 Lock Nut 6 SPT H020.01 1 1/2 Lock Nut 7 SPT H066.06 2 Cotter Pin, 3/16 x 1 8 SPT H080.10 12 Self Tap Screw 9 SPT H004.08 10 Washer, 1/4" 10 GMP LS001-016 2 Washer 11 GMP LS001-008 1 Hatch Lock Lever 12 GMP LS001-011 1 Hatch Frame 13 GMP LS001-012 2 Hinge Pin 14 GMP LK1-2 1 Rear Hatch 15 GMP LS001-013 1 Hatch Handle 16 GMP LS001-014 1 Hatch Screen 9

FRAME ASSEMBLY REFERENCE PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION 2 SPT H010.50 1 Capscrew, 3/8 x 2 1/4 3 BLT 508450 1 Capscrew, 1/2 x 4 1/2 5 SPT H020.01 2 Nut, 1/2 6 HAR 252100 1 Lynch Pin 8 SPT W7108 1 Wheel Assembly 9 SPT ES120 2 Wheel Assembly 10 GMP LS001-001 1 Offset Drawbar 11 GMP LS001-002 1 Drawbar 12 GMP LS001-003 1 Offset Drawbar Clamp 13 GMP LS001-006 1 Castor Fork 14 GMP LS001-004 2 Spacer, 1" 14 GMP LS001-005 2 Spacer, 7/8" 15 GMP LS001-007 1 Frame 10

BRUSH ASSEMBLY REFERENCE PART NUMBER QUANTITY DESCRIPTION 1 BEI SA205-16 2 Bearing, 1" c/w eccentric collar 2 BEI SP05 2 Pillow block 3 BEV B42 1 Belt, B42 4 SPT H004.28 12 Capscrew, 1/4 x 1 5 BLT 505300 4 Capscrew, 5/16 x 3 6 BLT 506150 4 Capscrew, 3/8 x 1 1/2 NC 7 SPP 78477 1 Engine, 5 HP Honda 8 SPT H004.01 12 Nut, 1/4 9 SPT H005.01 4 Nut, 5/16 10 SPT H010.01 4 Nut, 3/8 11 PTP MB25-3/4 1 Pulley, 2.5 x 3/4 12 BLT FW5/16 4 Washer, 5/16 Flat 13 BLT FW3/8 4 Washer, 3/8 Flat 14 GMP J600210 3 Brush 15 PTP 21020055 1 Pulley, 5.5 x 1 16 GMP LS001-015 1 Brush Shaft 17 HAR 08-06 1 Key, 1/4 18 HAR 08-03 1 Key, 3/16 11

WARRANTY POLICY AND CONDITIONS Westward Parts Services Ltd., hereinafter called Westward Parts, offers the following limited warranty in accordance with the provisions below to each original retail purchaser of Westward Parts new equipment of its own manufacturer, from an authorized Westward Parts dealer, that such equipment is at the time of delivery to such purchaser, free from defects in material and workmanship and that such equipment will be warranted for a period of one year from the date of delivery to the end user providing the machine is used and serviced in accordance with the recommendations in the Operator s Manual and is operated under normal farm conditions. 1. This limited warranty is subject to the following exceptions: Parts of the machine not manufactured by Westward Parts, (i.e. engines, tires, tubes, electronic controls, and other components or trade accessories, etc.) are not covered by this warranty but are subject to the warranty of the original manufacturer. Any claim falling into this category will be taken up with the manufacturer concerned. This warranty will be withdrawn if any equipment has been used for purposes other than for which it was intended or if it has been misused, neglected, or damaged by accident, let out on hire or furnished by a rental agency. Nor can claims be accepted if parts other than those manufactured by Westward Parts have been incorporated in any of our equipment. Further, Westward Parts shall not be responsible for damage in transit or handling by any common carrier and under no circumstances within or without the warranty period will Westward Parts be liable for damages of loss of use, or damages resulting from delay or any consequential damage. 2. We cannot be held responsible for loss of livestock, loss of crops, loss because of delays in harvesting or any expense or loss incurred for labor, supplies, substitute machinery, rental for any other reason, or for injuries either to the owner or to a third party, nor can we be called upon to be responsible for labor charges, other than originally agreed, incurred in the removal or replacement of components. 3. The customer will be responsible for and bear the costs of: a) Normal maintenance such as greasing, maintenance of oil levels, minor adjustments, etc. b) Transportation of any Westward Parts product to and from where the warranty work is performed. c) Dealer travel time to and from the machine or to deliver and return the machine from the service workshop for repair. d) Dealer traveling costs. 4. Parts defined as normal wearing items, (i.e. tires and V-belts) are not in any way covered under this warranty. 5. This warranty will not apply to any product which is altered or modified without the express written permission of Westward Parts and/or repaired by anyone other than an Authorized Service Dealer. 6. Warranty is dependent upon the strict observance by the purchaser of the following provisions: a) That this warranty may not be assigned or transferred to anyone. b) That all safety instructions in the operators manual shall be followed and all safety guards regularly inspected and replaced where necessary. 12

WARRANTY POLICY AND CONDITIONS 7. No warranty is given on second-hand products and none is to be implied. 8. Westward Parts reserves the right to incorporate any change in design in its products without obligation to make such changes on units previously manufactured. 9. The judgement of Westward Parts in all cases of claims under this warranty shall be final and conclusive and the purchaser agrees to accept its decisions on all questions as to defect and to the exchange of any part or parts. 10. No employee or representative is authorized to change this warranty in any way or grant any other warranty unless such change is made in writing and signed by an officer of Westward at its head office. 11. Any warranty work performed which will exceed $400.00 MUST be approved IN ADVANCE by the Service Manager. 12. Claims under this policy must be filled with Westward Parts within thirty (30) days of work performed or warranty shall be void. 13. Parts requested must be returned prepaid within thirty (30) days for warranty settlement. 14. Warranty claims must be COMPLETELY filled out properly or will be returned. DISCLAIMER OF FURTHER WARRANTY THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT AS SET FORTH ABOVE. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCT CONTAINED HEREIN. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (SUCH AS LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS) IN CONNECTION WITH THE RETAIL PURCHASER S USE OF THE PRODUCT. 13

PARTS AND SERVICE Your Lawnkeeper has been carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards. As with all mechanical products some adjustments or parts replacement may be necessary during the life of your Lawnkeeper. After the Warranty Expires Service and parts replacement can be performed by the owner by following the procedures in this manual. However, if you feel inadequate in any way to repair or service your Lawnkeeper, take this "Owner's Manual" and your Lawnkeeper to a Westward Parts Authorized Dealer for repair. 14 www.westwardparts.com