Smith SPS8 - Introduction

SMITH Manufacturing 1-800-653-9311 www.SmithMfg.com
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SPS8
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing the SPS8™ Surface Preparator from SMITH Mfg. Company.
Your machine will:
 •Cleansurfacesimpactedbygrease,oil,plastics,tars,resins,tileadhesives,iceandmore
 •Planeormillasphaltandconcretesurfaces
 •Removehighspotsincurbsandgutters
 •Eliminatetrip-hazardsonconcretesidewalks
 •Millareasforrumblestrips
 •Cleanoutcracksandjoints
 •Createanti-slippatternsinwalkwaysandbarns
 •Preparesurfacesfornewcoatingapplications
 •Permanentlyremoveallroadandsurfacecoatingstoinclude:
epoxy, urethane, thermoplastic, paint, glue-backed tapes and more...
 •Groove-inlayasphaltforstriping
BEFORE START-UP, READ THIS...
Please read all operating instructions, including the provided engine manual and be completely
familiar with your equipment before operating. When in doubt, please contact SMITH Manufacturing
or your local dealer for operation details.
ThisOwner’sManualwillguideyouthroughtheremovalprocess,fromstarttonish,andshowyou
how to care for your machine.
UNCRATING YOUR EQUIPMENT
When you uncrate your equipment, make certain that the machine has not been
damaged and that all fasteners and guards are properly tightened.
Your machine may not have been shipped assembled with cutters and other accessories.
Assembly may be required.
Remember:Onlyauthorized,experiencedandproperly
trained personnel should operate this equipment.
Operating personnel should practice safety at all times
and wear protective gear (gloves, goggles, safety vests,
ear plugs, steel-toe shoes, etc.)