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USER MANUAL
USING THE MACHINE
The machine can be used in the following modes:
–Transport mode
–Working mode
To transport the machine (without sweeping), perform the following procedure:
1.Start the engine as shown in the previous paragraph.
2.Check that the hopper (2, Fig.
3.Check that the suction fan is off; check that the lever (18, Fig. B - 30 Fig. C) is lowered.
4.Gradually turn the engine throttle lever (19, Fig. B - 29, Fig. C) to “MAX”.
5.Disengage the parking brake with the lever (21, Fig.
6.Start to transport the machine, by keeping the hands on the steering wheel (20, Fig.
7.The drive speed can be adjusted from zero to maximum speed by increasing the pressure on the pedal.
WARNING!
Remind that the steering is on the rear axle.
8.To stop the machine release the pedal (25, Fig.
9.To stop the machine quickly, press also the brake pedal (26, Fig.
10.Turn the engine throttle lever (19, Fig. B - 29, Fig. C) to “MIN”, and hold it in this position for a few minutes to let the system stabilize.
11.Turn off the engine, by turning the ignition key (17, Fig.
1.Engage the parking brake with the lever (21, Fig.
Set the machine to working mode according to the following procedure:
CAUTION!
Do not use the sweeper on wetted surfaces.
1.Start the engine as shown in the previous paragraph.
2.Check that the hopper (2, Fig.
3.Gradually turn the engine throttle lever (19, Fig. B - 29, Fig. C) to “MAX”.
4.Turn on the suction fan (25, Fig. F) by turning the distributor lever (18, Fig. B - 30 Fig. C) upward.
CAUTION!
When the machine is set to working mode and it is operating on damp grounds, the suction fan must be turned off; turn it on again when working on dry grounds.
5.Open the hopper skirt (19, Fig. F) by pushing and holding the left distributor lever (1, Fig.
6.Lower the main broom (29, Fig. E) by shifting the distributor lever (4, Fig.
7.If necessary, lower the right side broom (20, Fig. E) too, by lowering the centre distributor lever (3, Fig.
8.Disengage the parking brake with the lever (21, Fig.
9.Start sweeping, by keeping the hands on the steering wheel (20, Fig.
10.The drive speed can be adjusted from zero to maximum speed by increasing the pressure on the pedal.
CAUTION!
The broom can be lifted and lowered even when the machine is moving.
The brooms do not turn when they are lifted.
CAUTION!
When suctioning function is not efficient, the hopper must be emptied.
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SR 1800S D 2WD