ENGLISH USER MANUAL

12 FLOORTEC R 360 P 146 2598 000(1)2005-03 A

MAIN BROOM HEIGHT CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT
1. Check that the main broom is at the correct height
from the ground, proceeding as follows:
– Drive the machine on a level ground;
– Keep the machine stationary and rotate the main
broom for a few seconds;
– Stop the main broom, then move the machine and
switch it off;
– Check that the main broom print (1, Fig. D), along
its length, is from 2 to 4 cm wide.
If the print (1) is not within specifications, it is
necessary to adjust the broom height, proceeding as
described in step 2.
2. Drive the machine on a level ground and engage the
parking brake (7, Fig. C).
3. Turn the ignition switch (2, Fig. B) to “0” position.
4. Loosen the knobs (1, Fig. E) on both sides of the
machine.
5. Move the broom height variation indicator (2) as
necessary on both sides of the machine by using the
knobs (1, Fig. E), then screw down the knobs (1).
6. Perform step 1 again to check proper adjustment of
main broom ground clearance.
7. When the broom is too worn to be adjusted, replace it
as shown in the next paragraph.
MAIN BROOM REPLACEMENT
1. Drive the machine on a level ground and engage the
parking brake (7, Fig. C).
2. Turn the ignition switch (2, Fig. B) to “0” position.
3. Loosen the knobs (1, Fig. E) on both sides of the
machine.
4. Move the broom height variation indicators (2, Fig. E)
until the broom is at the maximum ground clearance.
Screw down the knobs (1).
5. Open the hood (10, Fig. C).
6. On the left side of the machine, loosen the knob (3,
Fig. E).
7. Remove the broom door (1, Fig. F) by pulling it
upwards to disengage the retainers (2).
8. Remove the broom (1, Fig. G).
9. Check also that the entrainer hub (4, Fig. R) is free
from dirt or foreign materials (ropes, rags, etc.)
accidentally rolled up.
10. The new broom must be installed with the bristles
rows bent as shown in the figure H (top view).
11. Install the new broom and ensure that its mesh (1,
Fig. I) correctly fits into the related drive hub (4, Fig.
R). Check that the drive hub is free from dirt or foreign
materials (cords, rags, etc.) accidentally rolled up.
12. Reinstall the broom door (1, Fig. F), engaging the
retainers (2).
13. Screw down the knob (3, Fig. E).
14. Carry out the main broom height check and
adjustment, as described in the previous paragraph.
NOTE
Brooms of various hardness are available. This
procedure is applicable to all types of brooms.
NOTE
The indicator (2) must be at the same position
on both sides of the machine; the maximum
difference allowed is 2 notches to obtain the
print (1, Fig. D) from 2 to 4 cm as described in
step 1.
CAUTION!
An excessive print (larger than 4 cm) of the
main broom can lead to the machine
malfunction and the overheating of the
moving parts, thus reducing machine life.
Be extremely careful when performing the
above-mentioned checks and always use
the machine according to the indicated
conditions.
NOTE
Brooms of various hardness are available. This
procedure is applicable to all types of brooms.
CAUTION!
It is advisable to use protective gloves
when replacing the main broom because
there can be cutting debris between the
bristles.