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MACHINE OPERATION
NORMAL SWEEPING OPERATION
A normal sweeping operation consists of seven
typical operations: pre-start checklist, starting
machine, sweeping, dumping hopper, post
operation checklist -- motor operating, stopping
machine, and post operation checklist -- motor
stopped.
THE PRE-START CHECKLIST
lists things to
check before starting the machine.
TO START MACHINE
lists the steps required to
start the machine.
TO SWEEP
lists things to keep in mind before
and during the sweeping operation.
TO DUMP HOPPER
lists the steps required to
dump the hopper.
POST OPERATION CHECKLIST
-- Motor
Operating lists things to check before stopping the
machine motor.
TO STOP MACHINE
lists the steps required to
stop the machine.
POST OPERATION CHECKLIST
-- Motor
Stopped lists things to check after stopping the
machine motor.
PRE-START CHECKLIST
Check under machine for leak spots.
Check battery charge level.
Check controls for proper operation.
Check service records to determine service
requirements.
FOR SAFETY: Before Starting Machine, Make
Sure All Safety Devices Are In Place And
Operate Properly.
TO START MACHINE
NOTE: Before starting machine, perform the
pre-start checks.
1. Place the master power switch in the “on”
position.
2. Drive the machine to the area to be cleaned.
TO SWEEP
Plan the sweeping in advance. Try to arrange long
runs with minimum stopping and starting. Sweep
debris from very narrow aisles into main aisles
ahead of time. Do an entire floor or section at one
time. Overlap brush paths.
Pick up oversize debris before sweeping. Flatten
or remove bulky cartons from aisles before
sweeping. Pick up pieces of wire, twine, string,
etc., which could become entangled in brush or
brush plugs.
Press the clutch handle to place the machine in
motion. Release the clutch handle for easier
turning. Sweep as straight a path as possible.
Avoid bumping into posts or scraping the sides of
the sweeper. Empty the debris hopper when it
becomes full.
1. Place the main brush lift handle in the
“lower” position.
2. Pull the side brush arm up, forward and
down into the “operating” position if present.
3. Sweep as required.
NOTE: Do not allow the machine to remain
stationary with machine operating and the main
brush in the “lower” position as it may cause wear
marks on the floor.
