CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE MAIN BROOM PATTERN
1.Using chalk, or similar material, coat and area of the floor that is flat and smooth. If a suitable material is not available, run the broom for two minutes during the following test.
2.With the main broom raised, position the machine so that the main broom is directly over the chalked area.
3.Apply the parking brake to prevent the machine from moving.
4.Lower the main broom to the floor for
5.Raise the main broom, release the parking brake, and back the machine away from the test area.
6.Observe the pattern that the main broom left on the floor. The pattern should be 1 to
7.To adjust the width of the pattern, locate the main broom adjustment knob, and loosen the locking wing nut.
8.If the pattern is too wide, rotate the adjustment knob clockwise to raise the broom. If the pattern is too thin, rotate the adjustment knob, counterclockwise to lower the broom. Tighten the locking wing nut.
9.Check the broom pattern again. Repeat the procedure until the pattern is correct.
A – Main Broom Pattern
B – 1 to 1-1/2” (25.4 to 38.1mm)
NOTE: If one end of the main broom pattern is more than 1/2” (12.7mm) wider than the other end, perform the following leveling procedure.
MAINTENANCE
A – Main Broom Adjustment Knob
The adjustable bearing block used to correct a tapered broom pattern is located just inside the right broom door. Only the right side of the broom can be raised or lowered to correct the pattern. Before attempting the following adjustment, determine if the right side of the broom needs to be raised or lowered to correct the tapered pattern.
1.Turn off machine and set parking brake.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing the machine, stop on level surface, apply parking brake, turn off machine and remove key.
2.Raise rear cover.
3.Disconnect batteries from machine.
4.Open the right side broom door.
5.Remove the main broom.
6.Locate the plastic main broom bearing block just inside the right broom door. Loosen the bearing block retainer bolts.
7.Slide the bearing block up or down to correct the tapered pattern condition.
8.Tighten the bearing block retaining bolts.
9.Replace the main broom, and repeat the pattern test procedure. Readjust if necessary to eliminate the tapered pattern condition.
QTFSG/QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 | |
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