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Safety

Decals inside Cab

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84011 - English/Spanish
84010 - English/French

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Summary of Contents for AUTOMIZER HELPING-HAND

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Page 4: ...tion contained in this document All risks and damages incidental or otherwise arising from the use or misuse of the information contained herein are entirely the responsability of the user Although careful precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document Labrie Enviroquip Group assumes no responsiblity for errors or omissions January 2017 ...

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Page 7: ...2 General Precautions 13 Fire 15 Safety Kits 15 Location of Safety and Informative Decals 16 Decals on Body 16 Decals on Tailgate 24 Decals outside Cab 25 Decals inside Cab 26 Multiplexed Switch Actuators 31 Multiplexed Indicator Tops 32 Safety Features 32 Back Up Alarm 32 Body Safety Prop 32 Tailgate Safety Prop 33 Camera System optional 36 Tailgate Holding Valve 37 Safety Lockout Tests 37 Hopper...

Page 8: ...l 72 10 Second Inhibit Switch 73 Auto Packing Switch 73 Auto Neutral Switch optional 73 Hydraulic Alarm Switch optional 73 In Cab Packer Control Station 74 Stop Push Button red 74 Pack Push Button green 74 Retract Push Button yellow 75 Auxiliary Packer Control Station 75 Stop Button 76 Pack Button 76 Retract Button 76 Bucket Control Button 76 Crusher Panel Down Switch 77 Crusher Panel Up switch 77...

Page 9: ...escription 95 Loading Procedure 95 Pack on the Go 99 Unloading 100 Unloading Procedure 100 Unloading Corrective Actions 101 Unloading Emergency Actions 103 Emergency Actions 103 Hydraulic Oil Spill 103 End of the Day Cleaning and Inspection 104 Daily Hopper Cleaning 104 Daily Chassis Cleaning 105 Water Trap Bleeding 106 Troubleshooting Quick Reference 106 ...

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Page 11: ...n addition the return filter element must be replaced after 50 hours of use A Note about Warranty Do not forget to complete the owner s registration form and to send it to Labrie Enviroquip Group Also make sure you indicated the In service date on that form This date will be used to start the warranty period Otherwise the date of delivery from the factory will be used instead Mission Statement Lab...

Page 12: ...d under the body for best performance and efficiency AUTOMIZER TM HELPING HAND vehicles are designed to allow a single person to collect waste in roller carts without exiting the cab The HELPING HANDTM arm can extend up to 10 ft and lift up to 400 lbs when fully extended On the productivity side the AUTOMIZERTM HELPING HAND can make 180 pickups per hour on average thanks to its auto packing functi...

Page 13: ...re the hopper Figure 1 3 the packer Figure 1 3 the 2 packer cylinders Figure 1 4 the crusher panel Figure 1 3 and the tailgate Figure 1 5 The hopper is the area of the body where the waste is dumped The packer is the piece of equipment that pushes the waste into the body Retraction and extension of the packer are made possible by 2 double acting cylinders The crusher panel is used to crush large p...

Page 14: ...igure 1 4 Packer cylinders Figure 1 5 Automated arm left tailgate right In the cab you will find a control panel a monitor one or two joysticks and all the switches that control most of the truck s functions Figure 1 6 ...

Page 15: ...sion 400 lbs Reinforced body walls Tapered body Oversized clean out doors on both sides of the truck Multiplexed control system with on board diagnostic tool Multiplexed System The AUTOMIZERTM HELPING HAND is equipped with an electronic monitoring system called the Multiplexed System The Multiplexed system used by Labrie is a CAN based system that integrates a monitor a control panel and a number ...

Page 16: ...mpleted or otherwise expressly authorized by Labrie or an authorized Labrie distributor Repairs or modifications which have been authorized by Labrie or an authorized Labrie distributor that are performed by personnel which is not qualified to perform such repairs or modifications Normal wear item parts including without limitation oils fluids filters tracks rollers wear shoes tailgate seals chain...

Page 17: ...E MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO MERCHANTIBILITY FITNESS FOR USE LEGALITY OF OPERATION IN ANY JURISDICTION OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND OR NATURE LABRIE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE NO OTHER PERSON FIRM CORPORATION INCLUDING THE LABRIE DISTRIBUTOR CAN BIND LABRIE TO ANY WARRANTY OTHER THAN THIS WARRANTY OR OTHERWISE MODIFY SAID WARRANTY Labrie ...

Page 18: ...s QC G7A 2T3 Toll Free 1 877 831 8250 Telephone 1 418 831 8250 Service Fax 1 418 831 1673 Parts Fax 1 418 831 7561 Parts and warranty During business hours 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM Eastern Standard Time Technical Support Service Available 24 hours Website www labriegroup com E mail Sales Dept sales labriegroup com E mail Customer Service service labriegroup com IMPORTANT For technical support and parts ...

Page 19: ...ollowing safety notions are related to the use of the 2R IIITM It is important to point out that the safe use of the vehicle remains the user s responsibility He must heed all safety notions described in this manual and on the decals affixed to the vehicle Danger Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in serious injury or death Warning Indicates a hazardous situation whic...

Page 20: ...d to meet the manufacturer s standards and recommendations For help or for more information please contact the manufacturer or any of its authorized representatives To keep records of all vehicle breakdowns and malfunctions as well as any inspection and maintenance To ensure that all failures or malfunctions that may be affecting the safe use of the vehicle are repaired before the vehicle is put b...

Page 21: ... vehicle only as intended To obey proper operating procedures safety guidelines and warning decals To perform a daily vehicle inspection that includes all operating systems all vehicle safety equipment parking brake lights back up alarm horns tires safety interlock switches etc and safety decals To immediately report any malfunction or damage to the vehicle to the employer or supervisor IMPORTANT ...

Page 22: ...e entering the area between the main body and the tailgate Obey all warning and operation stickers Make sure all safety interlock systems are functioning properly Keep hands floors and controls free from water grease and mud to assure non slip control Listen for strange or above normal sounds when machine is being moved or operated Shut down machine when safe to do and report problems to your supe...

Page 23: ...ake sure that people and obstructions are far away from the vehicle Operators must be able to stop the bucket at all times 2R IIITM vehicles are primarily designed to be operated by only one person However if Labrie Enviroquip Group customers elect to operate the vehicle with more than one worker additional safety items shall be installed to protect the co worker from hazardous situations IMPORTAN...

Page 24: ... raising the body make sure that there is no one behind the vehicle Do not get into the hopper compartment or try to repair anything behind the packer when it is moving or when the hydraulic pump is still running Personnel authorized to get into the hopper must first lock out and tag out the vehicle as required by the employer For more information see Locking Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle on pag...

Page 25: ...ted to its home position The unit would be simply too wide to be driven safely Failure to fully retract the arm will result in unit and or property damage severe injury or even death Warning red lights on dashboard flash when the arm is not completely retracted to its home position NOTE On units equipped with a bucket the arm cannot be extended with the joystick However if for any reason the arm i...

Page 26: ...l times For replacement decals please call LabriePlus Decals may vary from one unit to another depending on the options and features installed on the unit The following is an illustrated list of decals but not limited to Decals on Body 84459 84458 English French 47304 120989 English Spanish 79846 English French 47312 84011 English Spanish 84010 English French 47260 120977 English Spanish 79833 Eng...

Page 27: ...Safety 17 84470 84469 English French 84468 84467 English French 47262 120978 English Spanish 79834 English French 47270 120981 English Spanish 79837 English French ...

Page 28: ... French 47282 120983 English Spanish 79842 English French 47286 84054 English Spanish 79844 English French 47308 84059 English Spanish 79847 English French 47314 84060 English Spanish 79848 English French 47348 84015 English Spanish 84014 English French ...

Page 29: ... French 47352 84073 English Spanish 79851 English French 47422 121033 English Spanish 79853 English French 47424 84077 English Spanish 79854 English French 47554 79768 English Spanish 79856 English French 47562 47795 English Spanish 79776 English French ...

Page 30: ...20 Safety 84187 84321 84485 English French Spanish 159775 English Spanish 32411 79781 79782 English Spanish 84099 English French 47564 47256 84419 Spanish 159761 French Optional Optional 84322 French ...

Page 31: ...Safety 21 97832 121349 84447 Spanish 159759 French 121350 French 84482 Optional ...

Page 32: ...22 Safety 47843 47844 French ...

Page 33: ...Safety 23 84272 159782 Spanish 84336 French ...

Page 34: ...on Tailgate 32307 47266 120973 English Spanish 79835 English French 47268 120974 English Spanish 79836 English French 47274 47777 English Spanish 79839 English French 32414A 84418 Spanish 159760 French Optional Optional ...

Page 35: ...ecals outside Cab 43816 84040 English Spanish 79865 English French 47352 84073 English Spanish 79851 English French 47350 84072 English Spanish 79850 English French 47286 84054 English Spanish 79844 English French ...

Page 36: ...glish French 47451 84497 English Spanish 84026 English French 47312 84011 English Spanish 84010 English French 47276 84303 English Spanish 79840 English French 43790 84304 English Spanish 79818 English French 47440 84078 English Spanish 79855 English French 156066 159812 English French 156067 159813 English French ...

Page 37: ... 159776 English Spanish 84030 English French 47878 159777 English Spanish 84029 English French Optional Optional 43764 84025 English Spanish 84024 English French 156068 159814 English French 84189 84188 English French 47610 84021 English Spanish 84020 English French ...

Page 38: ...28 Safety 43850 84001 English Spanish 79822 English French 43910 84013 English Spanish 84012 English French 104539 84032 English Spanish 84031 English French 159766 159767 French 169407 English French ...

Page 39: ... 47284 120980 English Spanish 79843 English French 43972 84148 English Spanish 79831 English French 43764_R4 43794 84147 English Spanish 79819 English French 43798 79821 English French 43856 79823 English French ...

Page 40: ...8 English French 47600 47601 French 84373 84372 English French 84406 84407 French 97755 159771 English Spanish 97777 English French 43792 84023 English Spanish 84022 English French 47981 159773 English Spanish 79914 French ...

Page 41: ...Safety 31 Multiplexed Switch Actuators NOTE Multiplexed switch actuators and their location on the control panel vary according to the options installed on the unit ...

Page 42: ...rm The back up alarm sounds when the truck is in reverse or when the tailgate is open Body Safety Prop Safety props ensure that heavy body parts will not move inadvertently Setting the Body Safety Prop The body safety prop ensures that an empty body will not lower when you are working underneath it Figure 2 2 Body safety prop Danger Always set the body safety prop when performing maintenance under...

Page 43: ...age 43 You can now work safely underneath the body Putting the Body Safety Prop Back in Place To put the body safety prop back in place 1 Make sure that there is enough clearance above the body to raise it safely 2 Start the engine 3 Raise the body until the safety prop can move freely 4 Put the safety prop back in its place 5 Lower the body Tailgate Safety Prop The tailgate safety prop is used to...

Page 44: ...he Tailgate Up switch on the in cab control panel see Tailgate Up Switch on page 71 raise the tailgate about 3 feet enough to raise the safety prop 6 Pull the safety prop upward and set it down see Figure 2 5 Danger The tailgate safety prop shall be set each time the tailgate is open for inspection and maintenance purposes Danger Prior to raising the tailgate make sure that no one is standing behi...

Page 45: ...he Tailgate Safety Prop Back in Place To put the tailgate safety prop back in its home position 1 Start the engine 2 Turn the pump ON see Hydraulic Pump Switch on page 70 3 Raise the tailgate by about 3 feet see Tailgate Up Switch on page 71 4 Raise the tailgate safety prop see Figure 2 6 Figure 2 6 Raising the tailgate safety prop 5 Release your grip on the safety prop to set it in its home posit...

Page 46: ...e monitor should disappear 7 Put the safety pins back in place Camera System optional 2R IIITM units can be equipped with up to four 4 cameras The following are examples of location where they can be installed on the truck inside the hopper Figure 2 8 left on the central right hand side post Figure 2 9 on the tailgate Figure 2 8 right and on the left hand side mirror Figure 2 8 Camera inside hoppe...

Page 47: ...lding Valve Located behind the left rubrail panel near the tailgate this holding valve ensures that the tailgate will not open during the packing cycle Safety Lockout Tests The safety lockout tests are part of your daily inspection Successful completion of these tests ensures that your unit is safe to operate If any of these tests fail do not operate your unit until the appropriate adjustment or s...

Page 48: ...ed latch to the left and pull open the door see Figure 2 11 Figure 2 11 Spring loaded latch 2 Ensure that the warning message Pump Hopper Door Not Closed appears on the multiplexed monitor screen see Figure 3 1 and that both Pump button and Hopper Door Open indicator on the control panel are flashing red 3 Verify that the hydraulic system has been rendered inoperative by activating one of the cont...

Page 49: ... or the Arm Not Stowed message does not appear on the monitor screen when the arm is extended and the vehicle engine exceeds 1 000 RPM the Arm Fully Retracted limit switch see Figure 2 12 may need to be adjusted or replaced Refer to the Limit and Proximity Switches section in the Maintenance Manual IMPORTANT Do not operate the 2R IIITM with an inoperative or malfunctioning arm limit switch Injury ...

Page 50: ...e home position of the packer when the cycle is complete 4 If the packer stops before reaching the home position or the packer cylinder remains pressured up or abruptly bottoms out at the home position the Packer Fully Retracted proximity switch see Figure 2 13 may need to be adjusted or replaced Refer to the Limit and Proximity Switches section in the Maintenance Manual NOTE Packer must reach its...

Page 51: ...to raise the bucket with the bucket control button on the auxiliary packer control station NOTE If you use the joystick to raise the bucket the simple press on the deadman switch see Figure 3 27 will cause the crusher panel to rise 6 If the bucket tilts beyond 45 against its stowed position while the crusher panel is down the Crusher Panel Up proximity switch see Figure 2 14 may need to be adjuste...

Page 52: ...ce Lockout Chart Cleanliness Cleanliness is part of safety Ensure that the equipment works properly by removing any compacted garbage in the packer area after each body unloading Clean all the lights and safety decals so you and the surrounding pedestrians and drivers will be aware of the truck at all times Use the hoe to rake dirt out of clean out traps on each side of the vehicle Hopper door ope...

Page 53: ...R IIITM vehicle 1 Park the vehicle on safe level ground and apply the parking brake see Figure 2 17 Figure 2 17 Parking brake sign 2 Make sure that the body is completely unloaded 3 Switch off the hydraulic pump 4 Turn off the engine remove the key from the ignition store it in a safe and controlled area preferably on yourself and tape over the ignition switch 5 Turn off and lock the master switch...

Page 54: ...cle If the vehicle has to be stored for an extended period of time follow the chassis manufacturer s shutdown and maintenance requirements Also 1 Park the vehicle on a hard level surface and apply the parking brake see Figure 2 17 2 Make sure that all moving parts are in their home position tailgate arm hopper packer etc 3 Turn off in sequence the hydraulic pump see Figure 2 21 the electrical syst...

Page 55: ...off valve NOTE The hydraulic tank model may vary according to the options installed 3 Start the engine according to the chassis manufacturer s recommendations 4 Once the engine is started wait for air pressure to build up to at least 70 PSI 5 Engage the hydraulic system by pressing the pump switch see Figure 2 21 The pump switch turns from blue to green Figure 2 21 Hydraulic pump switch Warning Fa...

Page 56: ...make sure that all controls are properly set Driving Speed If the cab of the vehicle has been modified by Labrie Enviroquip Group right hand side driving position for door to door waste collection the maximum speed limit while driving at the right hand side is if permitted 20 mph 32 km h Therefore it is recommended to drive on the left hand side for any long distance driving if the truck is equipp...

Page 57: ...the following procedure and rather follow the chassis manufacturer s recommendations Before using the right hand side driving position do the following 1 Drive the vehicle to the beginning of the collection route with the left hand side steering wheel 2 Stop the vehicle and apply the parking brake 3 Press the emergency stop button on the packer control station 4 Turn off the engine 5 Move to the r...

Page 58: ...48 Safety Figure 2 24 Adjusting mirrors ...

Page 59: ...as been designed to help you operate your unit in an efficient and easy way Labrie s multiplexed system is reliable and safe and it requires less wiring harnesses to operate It can also monitor various function status of the body and display warning and caution messages Through its monitor see Figure 3 1 Labrie s multiplexed system informs you of any malfunctions that may occur during the operatio...

Page 60: ...he monitor and the master control module Report this problem to the maintenance personnel NOTE The monitor screen works even if the engine is not started All it needs is electrical power However if you start the engine the monitor will reboot to reflect the changes caused by the starting of the truck Main Page The next page that comes up after the Welcome Screen is the Main Page see Figure 3 3 Her...

Page 61: ... set the Time and Date indicator go to the Main Menu and choose Time Adjust Hydraulic Oil Temperature Indicator optional This optional indicator when provided shows you the current hydraulic oil temperature This indicator is found on the upper right hand side corner of the screen Warning and Caution Messages On the monitor screen yellow highlighted messages indicate that caution should be used and...

Page 62: ... Started Engage Pump Buzzer Arm Not Stow Retract Arm to Stowed Position Buzzer Body Raised Lower Body Buzzer TailGate Unlocked Lock Tailgate Chute Arm Too High Lower Arm Chute Crusher Not Up Raise Crusher Chute Pump Not Started Engage Pump Crusher Arm Too High Lower Arm Crusher Chute Bad Pos Move Chute to Correct Position Crusher Hopper Door Not Closed Close Hopper Door Crusher Packer Not Retracte...

Page 63: ...ed Hopper Door Open Close Hopper Door Pump Not Started Main Air Pressure Let the Air Build Up to Required Pressure Pump Not Started RPM Too High Lower Engine Speed Below 900 RPM Pump Stop Main Air Pressure Let Air Build Up to Req d Pressure Pump Aux AutoDump Switch ON Release Aux AutoDump Switch prior to Engaging Pump Pump Aux ChuteToLeft Switch ON Release Aux ChuteToLeft Switch prior to Engaging ...

Page 64: ... Pump Pump J1 CloseGripper Switch ON Release J1 CloseGripper Switch prior to Engaging Pump Pump J1 Deadman Switch ON Release J1 Deadman Switch prior to Engaging Pump Pump J1 OpenGripper Switch ON Release J1 OpenGripper Switch prior to Engaging Pump Pump J2 AutoDump Switch ON Release J2 AutoDump Switch prior to Engaging Pump Pump J2 ChuteToLeft Switch ON Release J2 ChuteToLeft Switch prior to Engag...

Page 65: ...mp Pump Trans Not OK Refer to Maintenance Personnel or LabriePlus Raise Body Air Susp Not Down Lower Air Suspension Raise Body Arm Not Stow Retract Arm to Stowed Position Raise Body Tag Not Down Lower Tag Raise Body Tailgate Not Open Open Tailgate Raise Body Truck Moving Bring Truck to a Standstill Service Oil Filter 1 Replace Oil Filter 1 Service Oil Filter 2 Replace Oil Filter 2 Tag Move Tag swi...

Page 66: ...Error Level 2 Refer to LabriePlus CAN Error Level 3 Refer to LabriePlus Comm Lost with Master Refer to Maintenance Personnel or LabriePlus Module 11 is disconnected Refer to Maintenance Personnel or LabriePlus Module 11 not Connected Refer to Maintenance Personnel or LabriePlus Module 20 is disconnected Refer to Maintenance Personnel or LabriePlus Module 20 not Connected Refer to Maintenance Perso...

Page 67: ...f the problem stems from the highlighted or active cause One possible cause is highlighted at a time What is shown in light and small print in the lower part of the screen are causes that have already been dealt with non active causes see Figure 3 5 Figure 3 5 Example of a possible cause NOTE If the system detects a problem a beep will sound and a message will appear on the monitor screen NOTE To ...

Page 68: ...Multicycle The monitor used in Labrie s multiplexed system is user friendly Say you want to change the multicycle settings of the packer All you have to do is select MAIN MENU by pressing the corresponding button at the bottom left corner of the monitor From the displayed menu choose the option SELECT THE NUMBER OF CYCLES If need be use the arrow to choose that option and press OK The multicycle s...

Page 69: ...signal to the electronic controller The controller then counts the amount of cycles that the packer does and will stop the packer after the preset amount of cycles has been reached I O Status In this section you will find helpful information to troubleshoot body related problems that you may face during your day to day tasks These problems can be of any nature from hydraulic to mechanical electric...

Page 70: ...se rectangles represents input elements which in turn correspond to a particular function of the truck For example if you select rectangle I00 a short description appears in the lower part of the screen which indicates that this rectangle relates to the input element coming from the service brake pressure switch NOTE Each rectangle is numbered and relates to a specific function of the truck Howeve...

Page 71: ...tes to a specific function of the truck However for a given number the related function may vary from truck to truck Press Esc to return to the preceding page Press the Force button to display the Force page NOTE To go back to the Main Page or Main Menu press Esc as needed until the desired page is displayed Force The Force page is accessible from the Output Status page Just press the correspondin...

Page 72: ...s message stays on for 15 seconds Then an OK prompt appears on the lower right end corner of the screen IMPORTANT It is very important to read this message entirely before accessing the next page Figure 3 12 Warning message w OK prompt Press OK to go to the Force page or Esc to return to the preceding page After pressing OK the Force page appears on the screen ...

Page 73: ...ction of the truck Colors are used to indicate whether the corresponding function is active or not a blue rectangle means the corresponding function is inactive a green rectangle means the corresponding function is active Also a red rectangle means there is a closed short circuit a yellow rectangle means there is an open circuit A white bordered rectangle means that this rectangle is selected Use ...

Page 74: ...to check if all functions of the joystick are working correctly If one joystick is installed on your vehicle it will be represented on the monitor screen by joystick 127 However if two joysticks are installed on your vehicle any of the two joystick numbers 127 and 72 can represent either joystick on the screen If you press a joystick button the corresponding button on the monitor will turn green I...

Page 75: ...cept for some specific data that are transferred from the chassis J1939 bus to Labrie s multiplexed system where they are used These specific data are the following selected gear current gear road speed engine RPM brake parking brake Press Esc to return to the preceding page Module Software Version On the Module Software Version page you will find the software version currently used by each of the...

Page 76: ...u simply add those digits to that base number to get the corresponding electrical schematic number So in this case the electrical schematic number is ZS008651 Press Esc to return to the preceding page Pump Usage This section contains an optional hour meter that tracks pump usage for maintenance purposes Press Esc to return to the preceding page Time Adjust This section allows you to set the Time a...

Page 77: ...it visually shows how this system reacts to different situations and how it manages the various lockouts that are on the AUTOMIZER TM HELPING HAND It also makes reading and understanding related ladder logic diagrams much easier The following are the first two pages of this document If you are interested in receiving the entire document call LabriePlus see To Contact Labrie Plus on page 8 ...

Page 78: ...68 Controls and Indicators ...

Page 79: ...g is a description of the control switches and indicators that are on the control panel Figure 3 18 Control panel part 1 Figure 3 19 Control panel part 2 NOTE The switches and indicators on the control panel vary according to the options installed on the vehicle Packer multi cycle Auto packing Inhibit 10 sec Hydraulic pump Crusher panel up Crusher panel down Rubrail lights Body down Body up Hydrau...

Page 80: ...oil Otherwise the pump will be seriously damaged or even destroyed Figure 3 20 Main shut off valve IMPORTANT In case of a leak in the hydraulic system and if the vehicle has to be driven somewhere else take off the drive shaft between the pump and the engine Call maintenance facility and refer to the Maintenance Manual Body Up Switch This control switch see Figure 3 19 is used to raise the body Pr...

Page 81: ...own this switch to completely close the tailgate or to lower it until it rests on the tailgate safety prop NOTE When the tailgate is completely closed put both tailgate locking pins back to their place When the tailgate is unlocked both Tailgate Up and Tailgate Down switches flash red and a buzzer sounds Also the message Buzzer Tailgate Unlocked appears on the monitor screen Packer Multi Cycle Swi...

Page 82: ... panel is an option that may be installed on an AUTOMIZER TM HELPING HAND vehicle If your unit is equipped with this option we suggest you to use it only for bulky items In many cases unnecessary use will slow down the operation Bulky items can be maintained in place with the crusher panel while the packer crushes them The crusher panel can be lowered upon the refuse to prevent it from popping up ...

Page 83: ...ch is not reached When the auto packing feature is used simultaneously with the multi cycle feature see Packer Multi Cycle Switch on page 71 the packer will run the preset number of cycles until the arm lifts a new container towards the hopper or the bucket brings another load towards the hopper The multi cycle feature is then reset When a cycle has been interrupted and the packer has returned to ...

Page 84: ... control station located on the cab console This control station is used to operate the packer and has three big colored push buttons on it The operator can use these buttons to extend or retract the packer or to immediately stop packer extension retraction when needed The following is a short description of those three push buttons Stop Push Button red The Emergency Stop button see Figure 3 22 wi...

Page 85: ...ntrol is useful when the body is full and the material prevents the packer from reaching the end of its stroke Manual retraction of the packer is necessary to bring back the packer Figure 3 24 Retract push button Auxiliary Packer Control Station NOTE This control station is only found on AUTOMIZER TM units equipped with a bucket The auxiliary packer control station is located next to the right han...

Page 86: ...tes the packer for one complete cycle A complete cycle takes about 12 seconds Retract Button The packer retract button will retract the packer to its home position that is where it was at the beginning of its stroke Bucket Control Button This button controls the up and down movements of the bucket Turn it to the left to raise the bucket to the right to bring it down NOTE The bucket will stop at mi...

Page 87: ... arm of the AutomizerTM It can be located either on the console at the center of the cab or near the right hand side door In some units two joysticks are installed in the cab one on the console the other near the right hand side door Figure 3 26 Arm joysticks The controls on the joystick are the handle the deadman switch and the buttons on the device s front and back see Figure 3 27 The handle is ...

Page 88: ... that every movement of the arm is absolutely wanted and controlled by the operator That is if the operator is not pressing the deadman switch while trying to move the arm with the joystick no movement will occur With such a safety feature an accidental movement of the joystick will not be transmitted to the arm So an operator who wants to move the automated arm with the joystick must therefore pr...

Page 89: ... the arm extend lettering to extend the arm only NOTE The joystick can also control the up and down movements of the bucket Move the joystick forward to lower the bucket backward to raise it Figure 3 28 Automated arm joystick control Cab Dashboard The following is a short description of the dashboard buttons and warning indicator lights Parking Brake The parking brake must be used every time the A...

Page 90: ...re moving the vehicle Figure 3 30 Arm Extended warning lights NOTE The above picture shows a cab setup that may be different from the one installed on your truck This picture is for illustration purpose only Warning Never drive this vehicle if the automated arm is not parked alongside the truck or inside the hopper Failure to retract the arm completely could result in unit and or property damage p...

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Page 93: ...ntenance personnel Consult with your supervisor for specific rules of driving the AUTOMIZER TM HELPING HAND Obey all speed restrictions and regulations Daily Inspection Approaching the Vehicle As you approach the vehicle look for any object under or against the vehicle and check the surroundings for people other vehicles as well as ground and overhead obstructions Ensure that the truck is parked a...

Page 94: ...s no mechanical problem structure rollers hinges door locks wear items etc Report any defective system to maintenance personnel Ensure there are no leaks cracks or other types of problems on the frame area fuel tank hydraulic tank air tanks air tanks must be drained every day cleaning trap and wheels Ensure that the tailgate is fully closed and BOTH tailgate safety pins are in place Once the visua...

Page 95: ...se them to raise and lower the bucket to verify good functioning While testing stay away from the bucket and make sure no one stands near or in the path of this equipment 3 Check if both tailgate safety pins are in place If need be put them back in place to lock the tailgate properly 4 As you walk along the side of the truck clean all safety decals 5 Check the frame area fuel tank and air tanks ai...

Page 96: ... 4 Fully extend the arm NOTE If your unit is equipped with a bucket extension of the arm is not possible 5 Turn OFF the hydraulic pump and the engine 6 Lock out and tag out the vehicle See Locking Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle on page 43 7 Perform a visual inspection of the following items Danger Do not stand directly in the path of the arm while performing the inspection Warning Apply the locko...

Page 97: ...Operating the AUTOMIZERTM HELPING HAND 87 Mounting bolts Plastic gliders Gripper left bucket right ...

Page 98: ... Hoses and connections Cylinders 8 Check for loose nuts and bolts 9 Check gripper rubber stripes std or pads opt for cracks wear or damage Figure 4 2 Optional rubber pads 10 Check limit switches Refer to the Maintenance Manual for more details ...

Page 99: ...corresponding driving controls Report any defective system to the maintenance personnel To inspect the right hand side driving controls 1 Turn the steering wheel to the left then to the right as you slowly move the vehicle forward 2 Stop the vehicle by applying the foot brake 3 Engage the parking brake and try to get the vehicle moving by throttling up with the right hand side accelerator pedal 4 ...

Page 100: ...roquip Group If your cab has not been modified by Labrie Enviroquip Group please refer to your cab manufacturer s recommendations In the AUTOMIZERTM HELPING HAND the right hand side driving position can be equipped with a height adjustable floor riser This riser makes your stand up driving more efficient by giving you a better field of view a more comfortable driving position and a safer non slipp...

Page 101: ...ition right 2 If you need extra height hold the riser with one hand before pulling it down and with the other hand extend the legs Figure 4 7 Floor riser legs in collapsed position left and in extended position right To put the floor riser back in its vertical position simply reverse the procedure Latch Legs ...

Page 102: ...ghts Cab horn Low oil pressure Exterior back up horn Low oil warning light buzzer Windshield cracks Seat and seat belt Windshield wipers Clutch free play Juggler Heat Defrost License registration papers Reflective triangles Service brakes adjusted Steering play Parking brakes operational Radio Low air warning light buzzer Camera Air compressor adequate VISUAL BODY WALK AROUND PRE POST PRE POST PRE...

Page 103: ...ortant to plan your route in order to be efficient Planning your route will shorten your collection time and prevent from being caught in a traffic jam Remember that the AUTOMIZER TM HELPING HAND was designed exclusively to pick up roller carts NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a lifting bucket collecting refuse is exclusively done manually Prior to starting your route consult with your superv...

Page 104: ...rt the packer cycle every time a cart has been emptied into the hopper See Loading Procedure on page 95 NOTE If your unit is equipped with a lifting bucket you can put in this bucket several garbage bags before activating the bucket raise button After emptying the contents of the bucket into the hopper start a packing cycle to push the garbage inside the waste body See B To load refuse into the ho...

Page 105: ...screen see Figure 3 1 for an error warning message see Table 1 on page 52 for a solution to that error warning message if displayed Ensure the hydraulic system is engaged The Pump switch on the control panel must be green lighted Check the Emergency red button on the control panel If pushed down pull it out then press the Pump switch to reengage the hydraulic system Press the yellow button to ensu...

Page 106: ...eadman switch in order to enable joystick functions see Figure 4 9 5 When the arm has reached the cart close the gripper by pressing the close gripper button on the joystick see Figure 4 9 6 Raise the cart about two feet from the ground see Figure 4 10 7 Fully retract the lifting arm and raise it until the cart tips into the hopper emptying all its content see Figure 4 10 NOTE Full retraction of t...

Page 107: ...e hopper with the optional lifting bucket NOTE The following procedure relates to the use of the Auto Neutral feature and the temporary handbrake This applies only to cabs modified by Labrie Enviroquip Group If your cab has not been modified by Labrie Enviroquip Group please refer to your cab manufacturer s recommendations 1 On the control panel turn on the Auto Neutral switch see Multiplexed Swit...

Page 108: ...rake pedal to fully stop the AUTOMIZER TM near the refuse bags that you want to collect Figure 4 11 Foot brake pedal 3 Put the TEMPORARY HANDBRAKE switch to ON The transmission shifts to Neutral Figure 4 12 TEMPORARY HANDBRAKE switch Danger If you do not put the TEMPORARY HANDBRAKE switch to ON the transmission remains in Drive and the AUTOMIZER TM HELPING HAND will drive away on its own as soon a...

Page 109: ...ou can use the joystick to operate the bucket Pushing the joystick forward will cause the bucket to lower pulling it backward will cause the bucket to rise 6 Step on the foot brake pedal and put the TEMPORARY HANDBRAKE switch to OFF The transmission shifts to Drive you can now safely move to the next pick up location Pack on the Go It may be useful to expedite the collection process and be more ef...

Page 110: ...nel if installed must be in the up position Keep some garbage not packed in front of the packer in order to facilitate the unloading process The following is the standard unloading procedure 1 Drive the vehicle to the landfill 2 Ensure the vehicle is on safe stable and level ground 3 Check the overhead clearance before opening the tailgate and raising the body Make sure the air suspension is dropp...

Page 111: ...ing down the Body Down switch on the in cab control panel see Figure 3 19 10 Close the tailgate completely by pressing and holding down the Tailgate Down switch see Figure 3 19 11 Apply the parking brake 12 Put both safety pins back in place 13 Drive away from the unloading site 14 Perform the end of the day inspection see End of the Day Cleaning and Inspection on page 104 Unloading Corrective Act...

Page 112: ...4 Slowly lower the body until it rests on the prop 5 Proceed with the necessary cleaning of the chassis 6 Once finished slightly raise the body and put the safety prop back to its vertical position 7 Lock the safety prop 8 Lower the body onto the chassis before moving the vehicle Figure 4 16 Safety prop release handle ...

Page 113: ...t of a hydraulic spill do the following 1 Press the Emergency red button on the packer control station 2 Turn OFF the truck engine 3 Close the shut off valve on the hydraulic tank see Figure 2 20 4 Carefully inspect and find the cause of the leak 5 Call the maintenance facility and report your findings 6 If the leak cannot be repaired on site and the vehicle cannot be towed remove the pump drive s...

Page 114: ...nd for the operator to be safe while cleaning the vehicle Hopper cleaning procedure 1 Park the vehicle on level ground and apply the parking brake 2 Fully extend the arm and the packer If your unit is rather equipped with a lifting bucket lower it until it rests against the bucket stopper 3 Lower the crusher panel if installed and clean all accumulated dirt Then raise the crusher panel completely ...

Page 115: ...Pull down the safety prop towards the body 6 Slowly lower the body until it rests on the prop using the Body Down switch on the control panel 7 Turn OFF the pump and the truck engine 8 Apply the lockout tagout procedure see Locking Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle on page 43 9 Clean with pressurized water between the body and the frame 10 Clean the rear of the cab 11 Perform a visual inspection for...

Page 116: ...p Troubleshooting Quick Reference If an electrical failure occurs and prevents the operator from retracting the arm the following procedure can be applied 1 Set the parking brake and put the transmission to neutral 2 Install a control lever on the arm extend retract section of the proportional valve see Figure 4 19 and Figure 4 20 located on the left hand side of the vehicle With this lever retrac...

Page 117: ...e if the automated arm is not retracted to its home position The vehicle would be too high and or too wide to be driven safely Failure to completely retract the arm will result in unit and or property damage personal injury or death Warning red lights on the dashboard start flashing as soon as the arm begins to extend Crusher Panel Down if installed Gripper Close Arm Down Arm Extend Arm Retract Ar...

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