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Operating the M

INIMAX

TM

103

3.

Using the control lever, retract the arm slowly in order to bring it back to its home position.

4.

Contact your Service Center and refer to the Troubleshooting section of the 

Maintenance 

Manual

.

Figure 4-15      3-section proportional valve

Danger!

Stay clear of the path of the arm at all times and do not open the gripper in mid-air when 
performing this procedure.

Danger!

Never

 drive this vehicle 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. A 
warning red light on the dashboard starts flashing as soon as the arm begins to extend.

Gripper
open

Gripper
close

Gripper
up

Gripper
down

Arm
retract

Arm
extend

Summary of Contents for MINIMAX

Page 1: ...MINIMAX TM OPERATOR S MANUAL...

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Page 3: ...MINIMAXTM OPERATOR S MANUAL...

Page 4: ...ation 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 responsibility of the user Although c...

Page 5: ...Precautions 10 Fire 12 Safety Kits 12 Safety and Warning Decals 13 Decals on Tailgate 13 Decal on Chassis 13 Decals on Body 14 Decals inside Cab 19 Safety Features 24 Global Motion Sensors Optional 24...

Page 6: ...7 Arm Joystick 77 Auxiliary Arm Controls 79 Cab Dashboard 80 Parking Brake 80 Arm Extended Warning Light 81 Right Hand Side External Control Station 82 Body External Deadman Switch optional 82 Operati...

Page 7: ...Table of Contents v Interlock Systems 101 Crusher Panel Interlock 101 Tailgate Interlock 102 Top Hopper Door Interlock 102 Troubleshooting Quick Reference 102...

Page 8: ...vi Table of Contents...

Page 9: ...TOOD BY THE OPERATOR BEFORE OPERATING THE MINIMAXTM Introducing the MINIMAX TM The MINIMAX TM is a side loading refuse truck to be operated by only one person It is designed primarily for the automati...

Page 10: ...ich is also used to unload the body through the tailgate opening This feature is called the Auto Eject Mode Figure 1 3 Packer The standard packer cycle time is 15 seconds at 1200 RPM and the Auto Ejec...

Page 11: ...brie is a CAN based system that integrates a monitor a control panel a joystick and three electronic controllers This whole system has been designed to help you operate your unit in an efficient and e...

Page 12: ...pleted 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 perfor...

Page 13: ...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 CONSEQUEN...

Page 14: ...75A Route Marie Victorin Levis 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...

Page 15: ...onsibility He must heed all safety messages in this manual and on the decals affixed to the vehicle If you have doubt on the safe use of the vehicle consult your supervisor Supervisors or Maintenance...

Page 16: ...rds 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...

Page 17: ...is clear of any people or possible obstructions IMPORTANT Be extremely cautious in areas where small children may be present Wear safety glasses and footwear gloves and any other safety equipment when...

Page 18: ...times MINIMAXTM 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...

Page 19: ...es If the unit comes in contact with a power line stay in the cab and keep away from any metal parts Danger Never drive this vehicle if the automated arm is not fully retracted to its home position Th...

Page 20: ...the maintenance facility preferably away from traffic surface drains and ditches MINIMAX TM vehicles are equipped with a 5 lb fire extinguisher which is found inside the cab A 20 lb fire extinguisher...

Page 21: ...INIMAX TM Keep your decals clean and in good condition at all times For replacement decals please call LabriePlus Decals may vary from one unit to another Decals on Tailgate Decal on Chassis 32307 204...

Page 22: ...ety Decals on Body 47304 120989 English Spanish 47722 47723 French 79969 159770 Eng Spa 79971 Eng Fre Optional Optional 79846 English French 159827 204542 204518 English French 204534 204504 English F...

Page 23: ...afety 15 84458 84459 English Spanish 84468 84467 English French 47354 84074 English Spanish 79852 English French Optional 94383 84443 Spanish 189139 English French Optional 47595 Optional 47652 French...

Page 24: ...16 Safety 204537 204513 English French 204530 204510 English French 84014 47348 English 84015 English Spanish 121349...

Page 25: ...Safety 17 47843...

Page 26: ...18 Safety 47803...

Page 27: ...ab 84273 43882 84009 English French 84491 English Spanish 79822 43850 English 84001 English Spanish 84304 79843 47284 English 120980 English Spanish 84012 43910 English 84013 English Spanish 43790 Eng...

Page 28: ...20 Safety 79817 79824 184526 43786 English 84146 English Spanish 43858 English 84343 English Spanish Optional Optional...

Page 29: ...Safety 21 79823 79831 79832 43856 English 84302 English Spanish 43972 English 84148 English Spanish 43982 English 84306 English Spanish Optional Optional Optional...

Page 30: ...22 Safety 84188 84189 English Spanish 104539 84031 English French 84032 English Spanish 84406 Optional 204699 English French...

Page 31: ...the options and features installed on the unit 159826 159825 English French 84303 47276 English 79840 English French 84081 47526 English 84082 English Spanish 84372 84373 English Spanish 204533 204503...

Page 32: ...ht on the cab control box should light up to indicate that the system is operating When an object is detected a yellow light comes on and an audible alarm is heard The vehicle brakes are automatically...

Page 33: ...allation Manual of the sensor manufacturer Troubleshooting and Maintenance For information on troubleshooting and maintaining this system refer to the Troubleshooting Guide of Global Sensor Systems In...

Page 34: ...n the truck is in reverse or the tailgate opens Tailgate Safety Prop The tailgate safety prop is used to support and keep the tailgate open during inspection or maintenance procedures It is mandatory...

Page 35: ...lgate Safety Prop To set the tailgate safety prop 1 Make sure that the body is empty 2 Remove the safety pins Figure 2 3 Safety pin 3 Start the engine Danger The safety prop shall be set each time the...

Page 36: ...he tailgate onto the safety prop using the Tailgate Down switch on the control panel see Tailgate Down Switch on page 63 Putting the Tailgate Safety Prop Back in Place To put the tailgate safety prop...

Page 37: ...63 fully close the tailgate The switch should turn from green to blue indicating that the tailgate is completely closed 7 Put the safety pins back in place Camera System optional MINIMAXTM units can b...

Page 38: ...er using a selector switch located on the LCD color monitor installed in the cab see Figure 2 11 Refer to the camera manufacturer s manual for more information Figure 2 7 Camera inside hopper Figure 2...

Page 39: ...a underneath mirrors Figure 2 11 LCD color monitor Tailgate Holding Valve Located under the rear section of the body this holding valve ensures that the tailgate will not open during the packing cycle...

Page 40: ...equipped with a cart tipper smaller panic bars may be installed on both sides of the tipper Each panic bar has its own emergency stop button Circumstances leading to the use of the panic bar are many...

Page 41: ...active only when both external controls are used simultaneously If one of the controls is released the tipper crusher panel stops immediately This minimizes the risk of the operator getting injured b...

Page 42: ...t 70 PSI Figure 2 16 Air pressure indicator IMPORTANT Do not operate or move the vehicle until the air pressure has reached 70 PSI 4 Engage the hydraulic system by switching ON the Pump ON OFF switch...

Page 43: ...the hoe to rake dirt out of the clean out traps on each side of the vehicle Figure 2 18 Clean out trap access door Locking Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle For any inspection repair or general mainten...

Page 44: ...on yourself and tape over the ignition switch 5 Turn OFF and lock the master switch see Figure 2 20 6 Chock all wheels IMPORTANT The battery set of the MINIMAXTM is equipped with a master switch that...

Page 45: ...ntenance requirements Also 1 Park the vehicle on hard level ground and apply the parking brake 2 Make sure that all moving parts are in their home position tailgate arm crusher panel packer etc 3 Turn...

Page 46: ...38 Safety...

Page 47: ...anything goes wrong with this system The following sections provide an overview of Labrie s Multiplexed System the control panel and some optional features Labrie sMultiplexedSystem Labrie has equippe...

Page 48: ...ion If it blinks at a faster rate it is a sign of a problem with the monitor A flashing red light on the monitor is also a sign of a problem Call LabriePlus for support The logo of Labrie Enviroquip G...

Page 49: ...you how many carts have been emptied so far Figure 3 3 Main Page Press the far right button to reset the counter display to zero Time and Date Indicator optional A time and date indicator may be foun...

Page 50: ...Door Not Close Close Hopper Door Arm Pump Not Started Engage Pump Arm Tailgate Unlocked Lock Tailgate Buzzer Arm Not Stow Retract Arm to Stowed Position Buzzer TailGate Unlocked Lock Tailgate Crusher...

Page 51: ...nce Personnel or LabriePlus Packer External Control Deactivate External Control Packer Pump Not Started Engage Pump Packer Tailgate Not Fully Open Open Tailgate Completely Pump Not Started Aux Cab ESt...

Page 52: ...ON Release J1 OpenGripper Switch prior to Engaging Pump Pump J2 AutoDump Switch ON Release J2 AutoDump Switch prior to Engaging Pump Pump J2 CloseGripper Switch ON Release J2 CloseGripper Switch prio...

Page 53: ...Packer Not Retracted Retract Packer Tailgate Pump Not Started Engage Pump Wrong Driver Position Change Driver Position Switch to Correct Position Table 2 Error messages cont d Error Messages Solution...

Page 54: ...wn 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 Comm Lost with Master Refer to Maintenance Personnel or Labrie...

Page 55: ...network This indicator is called Network Load and it shows values that reflect such traffic NOTE The higher the network load value is the heavier the traffic is on the network To exit this page and re...

Page 56: ...to a stop switch off the hydraulic pump and turn OFF the engine The number of cycles needs to be adjusted depending on the type of collection route used by the vehicle For example in a residential ar...

Page 57: ...dule 10 For all functions that pertain to the right hopper choose module 50 or 60 etc To choose a particular module use the up down arrows to select it and press OK NOTE Pressing OK can be done two wa...

Page 58: ...ecific 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 Output button to display the Output Status...

Page 59: ...m the Output Status page Just press the corresponding button to access the Force page But before the Force page is displayed a warning message appears on the monitor screen see Figure 3 11 Figure 3 11...

Page 60: ...ppears on the screen Figure 3 13 Force page input As no input function can be forced to be active or inactive the operator must press the Output button to go to the following page see Figure 3 14 Figu...

Page 61: ...s at the bottom of the screen After selecting a rectangle press ON to activate the corresponding function rectangle turns from blue to green press OFF to deactivate the corresponding function rectangl...

Page 62: ...r the illustration changing If no change occurs when moving the joystick a communication problem between the joystick and the master control module may be the cause Refer to the maintenance personnel...

Page 63: ...protected by passwords The Password Menu is available through the Settings Menu An associated menu Locked Features is also available allowing you to choose among the features that can be locked After...

Page 64: ...he password 6 Enter a new password using the arrow keys Press Esc to quit or OK to create a new password NOTE Entering a new password with only zeros as the number such as 000000 will result in deacti...

Page 65: ...e With the information on this page it is possible for the operator or maintenance personnel to determine the electrical schematic number pertaining to a specific vehicle Looking at Figure 3 17 above...

Page 66: ...pump usage for maintenance purposes Press Esc to return to the preceding page Time Adjust This section allows you to set the Time and Date indicator Press Esc to return to the preceding page NOTE To...

Page 67: ...iplexed system a multiplexed switch actuator module is found on the panel Also on it you will find a monitor see Figure 3 1 and a set of packer operating buttons Figure 3 18 Control panel The followin...

Page 68: ...60 Controls and Indicators Multiplexed Switch Actuators 1 NOTE Multiplexed switch actuators and their location on the control panel vary according to the options installed on the unit...

Page 69: ...lexed Switch Actuators 2 NOTE This illustration and the preceding one were taken from PDF file No 159535 NOTE 1 All symbols to be negative lens 2 Electronic file for the symbols available on request f...

Page 70: ...gain to disengage the hydraulic pump switch turns from green to blue Figure 3 20 Pump switch NOTE Do not close the main valve ball valve on the suction line even if the PTO switch is turned off The pu...

Page 71: ...Tailgate Up switch IMPORTANT Remove the tailgate locking pins before using this control switch When the tailgate is unlocked both Tailgate Up and Tailgate Down switches flash red and a buzzer sounds...

Page 72: ...ANT When the tailgate is completely closed put the 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 Hyd...

Page 73: ...ber of cycles from 2 to 3 3 being the default setting by pressing the green push button once Cycles can be stopped anytime by pressing the red emergency stop button or by turning OFF the multicycle co...

Page 74: ...lly without touching the shifter lever For more information on this refer to the chassis manufacturer s manual Figure 3 26 Auto neutral switch 10 Second Inhibit Switch This switch also known as grippe...

Page 75: ...3 consecutive packing cycles the packer fully extend proximity switch has not been activated the packer will not return to its home position Figure 3 28 Auto packing switch When the Auto Packing feat...

Page 76: ...MINIMAX TM 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 p...

Page 77: ...ghted Figure 3 31 Crusher panel up switch Strobe Light Switch This switch activates and deactivates strobe lights and amber flashing lights Figure 3 32 Strobe light switch Press this switch once to tu...

Page 78: ...Switch This switch activates and deactivates all work lights installed on the truck Figure 3 34 Work light switch Press this switch once to turn ON all work lights switch turns green Press this switc...

Page 79: ...useful when operating the full eject feature Figure 3 36 Speed up On control switch Press this switch to activate this function switch turns green Press this switch again to deactivate this function s...

Page 80: ...s blue Packer Selector Switch This switch is divided into two parts the lower part which controls the right hand side packer control station and the upper part which controls the left hand side packer...

Page 81: ...packer selector switch is engaged In order to use the left hand side packer control station if installed the operator must press the upper part of the packer selector switch Figure 3 39 Upper part of...

Page 82: ...resume the unloading process by pressing this switch again The first function to be active when pressing down this switch is the opening of the tailgate followed by the ejection of the load Once the...

Page 83: ...l Pad optional The light bar control pad allows the operator to activate and deactivate the light bar mounted on the tailgate Figure 3 41 Light bar control pad left light bar on tailgate right In Cab...

Page 84: ...lete cycle takes about 12 seconds Figure 3 43 Pack Push Button Retract Push Button yellow The packer retract button will retract the packer to the beginning of its stroke This control is useful when t...

Page 85: ...Figure 3 45 Arm joystick The controls on the joystick are the handle the buttons on the front top and backside of the handle and the deadman switch see Figure 3 46 The handle is used to control the h...

Page 86: ...RTANT Deadman switch must be depressed to activate in out and up down commands Shift the joystick forward at 90 toward the gripper down lettering see Figure 3 47 to lower the gripper Shift the joystic...

Page 87: ...mated arm joystick control decal Auxiliary Arm Controls Some trucks are equipped with auxiliary arm controls under the right hand side seat These arm controls may vary according to truck model Figure...

Page 88: ...ontrols simply press and hold the deadman switch see Figure 3 48 Below are decals that show the functions of each of these controls Figure 3 49 Auxiliary arm control decals Cab Dashboard The following...

Page 89: ...his light stops flashing Figure 3 51 Arm extended warning light Danger Never drive this vehicle if the automated arm is not parked alongside the truck The unit would be too high or too wide to be driv...

Page 90: ...up function if available from the outside To deactivate the right hand side external control station just press the Right Hand Side Control Station switch again see Figure 3 38 This switch will then...

Page 91: ...Controls and Indicators 83 Figure 3 53 Body external deadman switch NOTE The illustration above shows a specific type of deadman switch Other types exist as well and they all work the same way...

Page 92: ...84 Controls and Indicators...

Page 93: ...tions or concerns to your supervisor and maintenance personnel Consult with your supervisor for specific rules of driving the MINIMAX TM Obey all speed restrictions and regulations Daily Inspection Ap...

Page 94: ...e drained every day cleaning trap and wheels Ensure the tailgate is fully closed and BOTH tailgate safety pins are in place Once the visual inspection is over you must start the engine to check if the...

Page 95: ...or other type of problems 6 At the front end check lights and mirrors 7 Go around and check lights clean camera lenses decals lights etc 8 Check for hydraulic leaks Arm Inspection Procedure On a daily...

Page 96: ...ake is applied and the vehicle is tagged out for maintenance purposes see Locking Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle on page 35 3 Start the engine and engage the hydraulic pump see Figure 3 20 4 Fully ex...

Page 97: ...Operating the MINIMAXTM 89 Plastic gliders Gripper Hoses and connections Cylinders 7 Check for loose nuts and bolts...

Page 98: ...k for missing rubber pads on gripper Figure 4 3 Rubber pads 9 Check the limit switches Refer to the Maintenance Manual for more details Figure 4 4 Gripper limit switch Figure 4 5 Mid height limit swit...

Page 99: ...b 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 Refl...

Page 100: ...mplete packer cycle Be careful of explosive projectile objects and watch for overspills See Pack on the Go on page 96 The optional auto packing function may be used while collecting roller carts This...

Page 101: ...the packer it will be crushed or bent against the rear breaker bar located just above the opening of the body Whatever piece of garbage that is not pushed inside the body on a given stroke of the pack...

Page 102: ...push button on the backside of the joystick see Joystick Controls on page 77 4 Raise the roller cart by about two feet above the ground 5 Fully retract the lifting arm and raise it until the cart tip...

Page 103: ...Figure 4 8 5 Lower the tipper to bring the cart back on the ground Figure 4 8 Cart dumping NOTE If the truck is equipped with a body external deadman switch part of a two hand safety system press and...

Page 104: ...rform up to three 3 cycles when the start cycle button green button is pressed Standard factory preset of the module is three 3 cycles Unloading Unloading packed refuse carried in a MINIMAXTM unit req...

Page 105: ...s this switch the tailgate will open Then once the tailgate is completely open forming a 90o angle with the body the packer will start moving It will perform several short strokes before the complete...

Page 106: ...e day inspection see End of the Day Cleaning and Inspection on page 99 IMPORTANT Cleaning of the tailgate seal rubber locking mechanism and front of the packer must be done regularly At the end of the...

Page 107: ...he red button will stop all hydraulic functions on the vehicle including the arm joystick All Emergency STOP buttons are functional at any time no matter what control station is selected on the multip...

Page 108: ...hen raise the crusher panel completely During the cleaning process be careful with limit switches to prevent misalignment NOTE If your truck is equipped with a two hand safety system and you want to o...

Page 109: ...ut back the tailgate safety prop to its stored position 14 Fully retract the packer using the yellow push button on the packer control station then fully close the tailgate using the Tailgate Down swi...

Page 110: ...back Ensure that the tailgate is properly locked or fully open If the tailgate is locked the packer works normally When the tailgate is fully open the auto eject mode is enabled making possible for th...

Page 111: ...all times and do not open the gripper in mid air when performing this procedure Danger Never drive this vehicle if the automated arm is not retracted to its home position The vehicle would be too high...

Page 112: ...104 Operating the MINIMAXTM...

Page 113: ...ts Fax 1 418 831 7561 Mailing Address Mailing Address P O Box 530 175A Route Marie Victorin LaFayette GA 30728 Levis QC G7A 2T3 Parts and Warranty Parts and Warranty During business hours During busin...

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