BEFORE OPERATING THE FS:
1.Complete the machine data sheet on page 2.
2.Read this manual carefully before operating or servicing the machine.
Do not operate machine unless Operation manual is read and understood.
3.Carefully read the Owner’s Manual that is supplied for your gas or diesel machine.
REFERENCE FOR GAS ENGINE: Kawasaki FD620D – Owners Manual
REFERENCE FOR DIESEL ENGINE: Lombardini LDW series – Use, Maintenance
4.Check oil and engine fuel in the machine. See engine Owner’s manual for complete filling instructions.
5.Check the hydraulic fluid level in the hydraulic power unit. See hydraulics in the maintenance section.
6.Check the main and side broom for correct adjustment. See brooms in the maintenance section.
STARTING THE MACHINE
FOR SAFETY: use caution when backing machine. Do not carry riders on the machine. Always follow basic safety and traffic rules. Go slow on slippery surfaces and grades.
1.The operator should be sitting on the seat with a foot on the brake pedal or with the parking brake on. The directional pedal should be in neutral.
FOR SAFETY: Before starting machine, make sure that all safety devices are in place and operating properly.
2.Turn the key switch clockwise to the “ON” position.
3.Drive the machine to the area where sweeping is to begin.
OPERATIONS
TO SWEEP
Plan the sweeping pattern in advance. For efficient operation, the sweeping runs should be long with as little stopping and starting as possible. Overlap the brush paths and complete an entire section at one time.
Use the side broom to pull debris from areas near walls or obstructions. The side broom is also useful for extending the sweeping paths on long runs. If the area to be swept is very dusty, the side broom should be raised to prevent dust clouds.
Oversized debris that can inhibit sweeping operations should be picked up by hand. This includes large cartons and items that could become tangled in the brooms, such as wire or banding material.
The machine is very responsive. Avoid turning the steering wheel too sharply when the machine is in motion. Avoid sudden turns except in an emergency.
1.Put the main broom lever in the forward position to lower the main broom.
2.Put the side broom lever in the forward position to lower the side broom.
NOTE: The main broom and side broom lever indicators are
3.Make sure that the hopper door is open. A beeper will sound if the hopper door is not open.
4.Sweep as required.
OPERATING ON GRADES
Operate the machine slowly on grades. Use the brake pedal to control the machine speed.
NOTE: When operating machine, go slowly on grades and slippery surfaces.
QTFSG/QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 | |
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