RCm 37.00.202, Use And Maintenance Manual

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Troubleshooting
FAULT CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
The motor-sweeper fails to pick up
large particles of dirt or leaves traces
of dirt behind Travel speed too high
Brush pressure too light
Brush worn
Bristles bent, or string or wire, etc.,
entangled in brush
Reduce travel speed
Adjust brush pressure (trace on floor)
Lower or replace brush
Remove string or wire and straighten
bristles in warm water
Sweeper leaves dust on floor or dust
comes out from side flaps Filter clogged
Side flaps worn out or broken
Clean filter
Replace side flaps
Dust comes out of the suction fan Filter torn
Replace filter
Motor-sweeper throws dirt forwards Front flap broken
Replace front flap
The main brush lifts the front flap Front flap too long
Replace front flap
Rapid brush wear Excessive brush pressure
Reduce brush pressure (narrower trace)
Main brush noise different or excessive Material wound around brush Remove entangled material
The main brush does not turn Drive belt broken
Fit new drive belt
Safety information
1) Cleaning:
When cleaning and washing the machine, take care when using aggressive detergents, acids, etc.
Follow the instructions provided by the detergent producer, and wear protective clothing if appropriate (e.g. overalls,
gloves, goggles, etc.).
2) Explosive atmosphere:
The machine is not constructed to work in environments where there is a risk that there might be explosive gases, dusts or
vapours, and so its use in an explosive atmosphere is FORBIDDEN.
3) Disposal of harmful substances:
Comply with the laws in force on waste disposal and treatment when disposing of the material collected, the machine
filters and spend material such as batteries, engine oil, etc.
4) Scrapping the machine:
If the machine is scrapped, subdivide the types of materials of which it consists (EEC Directives) according to the disposal
method, so that they can be disposed of in accordance with the laws in force.
Consign hazardous materials such as batteries, spent oils, etc to operators authorized to dispose of these substances.