Run the sweeper with the skid steer at a slow idle. Check for hydraulic leaks or other problems and make corrections, if necessary, before using the sweeper.
During Use
Carry the sweeper low to the ground so that the opera- tor has good visibility and stability. Avoid any sudden movements. Avoid excessive downward pressure on the brush sections to prevent excessive wear. A two to four inch wide pattern for the broom is sufficient for most applications. Ensure that the adjustment bolts are equally adjusted in order to prevent an uneven wear pattern.
Directing Debris
Observe wind direction. Sweeping with the wind makes sweeping more effective and helps keep debris off the operator.
Dirt and Gravel
To keep dust at a minimum, plan your sweeping for days when it is overcast and humid, or after it has rained. Also, sweep so the wind blows at your back or in the direction the brush head is angled.
Low brush speeds and moderate ground speeds work best for cleaning debris from hard surfaces. Brush speeds that are too fast tend to raise dust because of the aggressive sweeper action.
To sweep gravel, use just enough brush speed to roll gravel, not throw it.
Heavy Debris
For two inches or more of heavy debris, medium/high and ground speeds of less than five mph are recom- mended.
Sweep path less than the full width of the broom.
Increase engine speed if debris becomes very heavy.
Transporting
When improperly operated, power unit can roll over or upset. Use of rollover protective structure (ROPS) with seat belt securely fastened will reduce the possibility of injury or death if rollover or upset occurs.
Always follow safety rules, carry low to ground and travel slowly.
Only raise a load when dumping.
Dumping Loads
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH FROM POWER LINES:
•Stay away from power lines.
•Electrocution can occur without direct con- tact.
•Check clearances before raising implement.
•Do not leave the operator's seat if any part of the tractor or implement contacts electric lines.
Transport to dumping location before raising. Only dump load while on a firm level surface.
Slowly raise load to required dumping height. Rotate
Figure 8. Dump Position
GUTTER BRUSH (OPTIONAL)
The gutter brush is for sweeping forward only.
When sweeping next to curbs or walls with a gutter brush, only the bristle tips should touch the vertical sur- face.
When not using the gutter brush for a short period, raise it
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