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Operating the W

ITTKE

™

Unloading Refuse

Once the body of the W

ITTKE

™ is full, drive the unit to the landfill or an appropriate area for 

unloading purposes.

Preparing to Unload Refuse

To prepare your W

ITTKE

™ unit for unloading:

1.

Find an appropriate dump location. The truck must be on solid, level ground. Adequate 
clearance must be provided to allow the opening of the tailgate.

2.

Straighten the wheels.

3.

Set the parking brake.

4.

Turn on the hydraulic pump (see 

Pump Switch

 on page 57).

5.

Lower the arms completely.

6.

Remove both tailgate safety pins (see Figure 2-13).

Unloading a W

ITTKE

™ Unit

To unload refuse contained in a W

ITTKE

™, do the following:

1.

Press the Tailgate Open switch on the control panel (see  Figure 3-15) and keep it pressed until 
the tailgate is fully open.

N

OTE

:

As soon as the tailgate is unlocked and opened, an in-cab buzzer and a back-up alarm will 
sound. Also, during the upward movement of the tailgate, both the Tailgate Open switch and 
the Tailgate Close switch flash red. The Tailgate Open switch will turn green when the tailgate 
reaches its fully open position.

I

MPORTANT

:

The tailgate must be fully open prior to unloading refuse.

2.

Apply the foot brake and release the parking brake.

N

OTE

:

The foot brake should be released while you unload, and allow the force of the moving load to 
push the unit forward. Always be alert of what is in front of the truck.

3.

Press the green button on the control panel to fully extend the packer all the way through the 
body so that the refuse contained inside the body can be ejected completely. See 

Pack Push-

Button (green)

 on page 65.

Caution!

Serious injury or mechanical damages could result if ground is unstable.

Summary of Contents for StarLight

Page 1: ...STARLIGHT SUPERDUTY OPERATOR S MANUAL ...

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Page 3: ...STARLIGHT SUPERDUTY W MULTIPLEXED SYSTEM OPERATOR S MANUAL ...

Page 4: ...ion 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 November 2013 ...

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Page 7: ...ty Features 24 Centralized Grease Block 24 Global Motion Sensors Optional 25 Back Up Alarm 25 Service Hoist Safety Props optional 25 Tailgate Safety Prop 28 Securing Tailgate Safety Pins 31 Camera System optional 31 Tailgate Holding Valve 32 Safety Lockout Tests 33 Side Access Door Proximity Switch 33 Packer Blade Packing Position 34 Packer Blade Position Tailgate Ajar 35 Arms Partly Raised Proxim...

Page 8: ...s Roof Open Roof Close 63 Packer Retracted Indicator Light 63 Hopper Door Open Indicator Light 64 Arms Not Stowed Indicator Light 64 In Cab Packer Control Station 64 Stop Push Button red 64 Pack Push Button green 65 Retract Push Button yellow 65 Joystick Controls 66 In Cab Joystick 66 Outside Dual Lever Joystick optional 67 Service Hoist Lever optional 68 Cab Dashboard 68 Parking Brake 69 Operatin...

Page 9: ... Button 88 Packing Refuse Using the Auto Packing Mode 88 Safety while Using the Packing System 89 Packer Not Working 89 Unloading Refuse 90 Preparing to Unload Refuse 90 Unloading a WITTKE Unit 90 Cleaning of the WITTKE 91 Preparing the Unit Before Departure 91 Clean Up Procedure 92 Canopy Sweeper optional 94 Shut Down Procedure 95 Water Trap Bleed 95 Emergency Actions 96 Hydraulic Oil Spill 96 ...

Page 10: ...viii Table of Contents ...

Page 11: ...e g transfer station incinerator recycling station These vehicles are designed to be operated by only one person at a time and they use a series of hydraulic pneumatic mechanical and electrical systems to perform their work routine Product Overview WITTKE units are equipped with a set of swing arms and forks to perform collection of industrial and commercial waste Some trucks can be supplied with ...

Page 12: ...ar door that prevents refuse from exiting the body during collection At a landfill the tailgate is raised to enable discharge of the refuse Figure 1 2 Hopper and packer Figure 1 3 Tailgate left Arms and forks right In the cab you will find the control panel the monitor the joystick and all the switches that control most of the truck s functions see Figure 1 4 Figure 1 4 WITTKE cab Hopper Packer Ar...

Page 13: ...cycle set at 14 seconds ensures rapid loading on the route Tackles both residential and commercial routes with ease Multiplexed System Both the SUPERDUTY and the STARLIGHT are now equipped with an electronic monitoring system called the multiplexed system The Multiplexed system used by Labrie is a CAN based system that integrates a display monitor a control panel a joystick and three electronic co...

Page 14: ...ute du Pont St Nicolas 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 labriegroup com IMPORTANT For technical support and parts ordering the serial number of your veh...

Page 15: ...onsibility He must heed all safety notions explained in this manual and on the decals found on the vehicle Danger Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in serious injury or death Warning Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in serious injury or death Caution Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate ...

Page 16: ...ndards 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 back into operation To meet the a...

Page 17: ...eck mirrors windows lights and monitor equipment are clean and adjusted properly Check for explosive trash e g television sets paint cans fluorescent light tubes etc Use caution when driving with an unevenly distributed load Inspect for overhead hazards e g power lines prior to lifting arms hoisting body or climbing on it Always use the body safety prop when servicing under the body if truck is eq...

Page 18: ...e driving position When the vehicle is parked the parking brake must be applied Before activating both arms operators shall make sure that people and obstructions are far away from the vehicle Operators must be able to stop these arms at all times WITTKE vehicles are primarily designed to be operated by only one person However if Labrie Enviroquip Group customers elect to operate the vehicle with ...

Page 19: ...ined and have read and understood both the Operator s Manual and the Maintenance Manual supplied with this unit Warning Make sure that all people and obstructions are sufficiently cleared from the lifting arms before moving them Failure to do so may result in unit and or property damages personal injury or death Warning Make sure there is enough clearance between raised container and overhead powe...

Page 20: ... A 20 lb fire extinguisher may also be installed as an option Each fire extinguisher must be checked regularly by qualified personnel Figure 2 1 5 lb fire extinguisher left 20 lb fire extinguisher right Safety Kits A first aid kit a flare kit and a triangle kit are provided with the truck Location of Safety and Informative Decals Pay careful attention to all safety warning and informative decals w...

Page 21: ...Safety 11 Decals on Body 84459 84458 English French 47304 120989 English Spanish 79846 English French 84470 84469 English French 93490 47268 120974 English Spanish 79836 English French ...

Page 22: ...12 Safety 84465 84466 English Spanish 47282 120983 English Spanish 79842 English French 47422 121033 English Spanish 79853 English French 84367 84368 English Spanish 159785 Optional ...

Page 23: ...Safety 13 84471 84472 English Spanish 121349 32411 47256 84419 Spanish 159761 French Optional Optional 159828 Optional 121344 ...

Page 24: ...14 Safety 97832 84447 Spanish 159759 French 159805 159807 Spanish 159806 French 159852 58704 French Optional Optional Optional ...

Page 25: ...Safety 15 43817 121032 English Spanish 79868 English French 121235 79919 79931 Optional Optional ...

Page 26: ...16 Safety 120557 121022 Spanish 121021 French ...

Page 27: ...Safety 17 Decals on Tailgate MATERIEL PERMA GRIP 84482 32411 Optional 97757 97759 English Spanish 97758 English French ...

Page 28: ...18 Safety Decals outside Cab 159793 Optional Optional Optional 159794 French 79955 79956 French 79963 79964 French Decal on Lifting Arm Optional 47310 47311 French ...

Page 29: ...Spanish 79822 English French 47284 120980 English Spanish 79843 English French 47328 120972 English Spanish 121013 English French 47330 120975 English Spanish 121018 English French 47428 120986 English Spanish 121036 English French 47831 47857 French ...

Page 30: ...20 Safety 84189 84188 English French 32272 104539 84032 English Spanish 84031 English French 47705 120994 English Spanish 121034 English French ...

Page 31: ...Safety 21 47276 84303 English Spanish 79840 English French 47420 84420 Spanish 159755 French 84325 84327 English Spanish 84326 English French 84367 84368 English Spanish ...

Page 32: ...22 Safety Multiplex Switch Actuators 1 NOTE Multiplex switch actuators and their location on the control panel vary according to the options installed on the unit ...

Page 33: ...ch Actuators 2 NOTE This illustration and the preceding one were taken from the PDF file no 159535 NOTE 1 All symbols to be negative lens 2 Electronic file for the symbols available on request from Labrie Enviroquip Group only ...

Page 34: ...ide back of the packer blade see Figure 2 2 Pins at the front header end of the cylinders should be greased manually standard see Figure 2 3 or via a remote greasing system located on the hopper access door optional see Figure 2 4 Figure 2 2 Standard grease fittings on back of packer blade Figure 2 3 Standard manual grease fittings front end cylinder pins ...

Page 35: ...buzzer when an obstruction is detected behind the unit Consult the OEM for more information Back Up Alarm The back up alarm sounds when the transmission is put into reverse or when the tailgate opens Service Hoist Safety Props optional The service hoist safety props must be set when any work is performed under a lifted body This feature comes with the service hoist option ...

Page 36: ...he truck is on safe level ground 2 Put key to on position without starting the truck 3 Raise the body until both safety props can be moved into position Body can be raised by pushing the hoist joystick forward see Figure 2 6 and holding it until body reaches the desired height IMPORTANT Do not raise the body higher than is required for the props Warning Always unload the body before setting the ho...

Page 37: ...must take place around the cylinder rod 6 Lower the body until both safety props rest on the cylinder casings Body can be lowered by pulling back the hoist joystick see Figure 2 6 and holding it until body reaches the desired height 7 Lock out and tag out the vehicle see Locking Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle on page 38 You can now work safely underneath the body Putting the Service Hoist Safety ...

Page 38: ...e 2 6 and holding it until the body rests on the chassis frame Tailgate Safety Prop The tailgate safety prop is used to support and keep the tailgate open during inspection or maintenance procedures It is mandatory to set the safety prop every time the tailgate is open for such purposes IMPORTANT Make sure that the body is empty before installing safety props Setting the Tailgate Safety Prop To se...

Page 39: ... down right 7 Lower the tailgate onto the safety prop using the Tailgate Down Switch on the in cab control panel Putting the Tailgate Safety Prop Back in Place To put the tailgate safety prop back in its home position 1 Start the engine 2 Turn on the pump 3 Raise the tailgate by about 3 feet Danger Prior to raising the tailgate make sure that no one is standing behind the vehicle and that the body...

Page 40: ...t it in its home position Figure 2 11 Setting the safety prop in its home position 6 With the Tailgate Down Switch on the in cab control panel completely close the tailgate The TAILGATE OPEN light indicator should turn off 7 Put the safety pins back in place Danger Stand clear of tailgate path while putting the safety prop back in its home position ...

Page 41: ... Figure 2 12 Tailgate safety pin in locking position Figure 2 13 Tailgate safety pin in storage position Camera System optional WITTKE units can be equipped with up to four 4 cameras The following are the locations where they can be installed on the truck inside the hopper Figure 2 14 left on the tailgate center section see Figure 2 14 right on both sides of the tailgate see Figure 2 15 left and o...

Page 42: ...the camera manufacturer s manual for more information Figure 2 14 Camera inside hopper left and on tailgate right Figure 2 15 Cameras on both sides of the tailgate left and on the left hand side mirror right 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 43: ...roximity switch is working properly see Figure 2 16 If the side access door is open all hydraulic functions should become inoperative Figure 2 16 Side Access Door proximity switch For this test proceed as follows 1 Open the side access door NOTE Some units may be equipped with a sliding door instead of a hinge type door 2 Ensure that the warning message Pump Hopper Door Not Closed appears on the m...

Page 44: ...ailgate is fully closed 2 Press the Pack button see Figure 3 25 until the packer blade reaches the end of its stroke 3 Press the Stop button see Figure 3 24 4 Check that the upper section of the packer blade is 4 inches from the mid body breaker bar 5 If the packer blade packs beyond that point the packer Fully Extended proximity switch may need to be adjusted or replaced Refer to the Limit and Pr...

Page 45: ...fer to the Limit and Proximity Switches section in the Maintenance Manual Arms Partly Raised Proximity Switch in Packing Mode Residential Units Only Successful completion of this test ensures that no container will be accidentally packed when in the hopper For this test proceed as follows 1 Raise the front loader arms until the forks are above the windshield 2 Press the Pack push button on the con...

Page 46: ...r blade is not in its home position Arms and Forks Fully Retracted Proximity Switches Successful completion of this test ensures that the Arms Not Stowed button on the control panel turns red when the arms and forks are moved away from their parked position For this test proceed as follows 1 Lower the arms and forks The Arms Not Stowed button on the control panel should become red 2 Completely rai...

Page 47: ... Retract the packer blade by pressing the yellow button on the control panel and close the tailgate when the packer is in the mid stroke position 4 If you cannot close the tailgate when the packer blade is in the mid stroke position the Packer Fully Extended proximity switch may need to be adjusted or replaced Refer to the Limit and Proximity Switches section in the Maintenance Manual If you can c...

Page 48: ...eneral maintenance being done on the vehicle whether on the road or at the shop it is the employer s responsibility to establish and see to the application of a proper lockout and tagout procedure To lock out and tag out a WITTKE vehicle 1 Park the vehicle on safe level ground and apply the parking brake see Figure 2 18 Side access door open Pump circuit cut out all controls inoperative Tailgate u...

Page 49: ...he master switch IMPORTANT The battery set of the WITTKE is equipped with a master switch see Figure 2 19 that must be turned off Figure 2 19 Master switch 6 Chock all wheels 7 Put an OFF SERVICE tag on the driver s wheel and on the front windshield 8 Use safety props to block any system that could move by gravity open tailgate raised body etc 9 Drain all air tanks 10 Verify and inspect any securi...

Page 50: ...e arms hopper packer etc 3 Turn off in sequence the hydraulic pump see Figure 2 22 the electrical system the engine and the master switch see Figure 2 19 4 Drain all air tanks and water trap Figure 2 20 Drain valves on air tanks left and water trap right Prior to Start Up Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure no system will engage and or start to operate as you start the engine 2 Make sure the s...

Page 51: ...anel see Figure 2 22 Figure 2 22 Hydraulic pump ON OFF button Once the engine is started wait for air pressure to build up to at least 70 psi Figure 2 23 Air pressure indicator IMPORTANT Do not operate or move the vehicle until air pressure has reached 70 psi Warning Failure to fully open the main valve will cause immediate damage to the pump even if the pump is turned off ...

Page 52: ...42 Safety ...

Page 53: ...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 display monitor see Figure 3 1 Labrie s multiplexed system informs you of any malfunction that may occur during use of the tr...

Page 54: ...s momentarily on the display monitor at the start of the system see Figure 3 2 Figure 3 2 Labrie logo on the display monitor NOTE If the Welcome Screen with the Labrie logo stays on continuously there may be a communication problem between the monitor and the master control module Report this problem to the maintenance personnel NOTE The display monitor works even if the engine is not started All ...

Page 55: ...pened Open Roof Top Door Auto Dump Wrong Driver Position Change Driver Position Switch to Correct Position Auto Dump Arm Too High to Start Lower Arms Auto Dump Max Angle Reached Operate Arms and Forks Manually Auto Dump Pump Not Running Engage Pump Bar Stop Reached First Push Bar Stop Override Switch then Move Container out of Bar Stop Buzzer Body Raised Lower Body Buzzer TailGate Unlocked Lock Ta...

Page 56: ...sure Let the Air Build Up to Required Pressure Pump Auto Dump Button ON Call LabriePlus Button Must be OFF to Engage Pump Pump Aux EStop Pull Up Aux EStop Button Pump Cab EStop Pull Up Cab EStop Button Pump Deadman Switch ON Call LabriePlus Switch Must be OFF to Engage Pump Pump Ext EStop Pull Up Ext EStop Button Pump Fork Width Decr Switch ON Call LabriePlus Switch Must be OFF to Engage Pump Pump...

Page 57: ...age Pump Pump TagAxle Down Switch ON Call LabriePlus Switch Must be OFF to Engage Pump Pump TagAxle Up Switch ON Call LabriePlus Switch Must be OFF to Engage Pump Pump TailGate Down Switch ON Call LabriePlus Switch Must be OFF to Engage Pump Pump TailGate Up Switch ON Call LabriePlus Switch Must be OFF to Engage Pump Pump Trans Not OK Refer to Maintenance Personnel or LabriePlus Roof Pump NOT Star...

Page 58: ...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 25 is disconnected Refer to Maintenance Personnel or LabriePlus Module 25 not Connected Refer to Maintenance Perso...

Page 59: ...ause 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 see Figure 3 4 Figure 3 4 Example of a possible cause NOTE If the system detects a problem a beep will sound and a message will appear on the display monitor NOTE To go back to the Main page or the Main Menu press Esc as many times as ...

Page 60: ...that reflect such traffic NOTE The higher the network load value is the heavier the traffic is on the network Also the lower the network load value is the less the traffic is on the network To exit this page and return to the Main page press Esc To choose a section from the Main Menu highlight the desired section using the up down arrows and press the OK button I O Status In this section you will ...

Page 61: ...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 specified function of the truck Howev...

Page 62: ... 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 the Main Menu press Esc as many times as necessary until the desired page is displayed Force The Force page is accessible from the Output Status page Just press the corresponding button to access the Force pag...

Page 63: ...lower right end corner of the screen IMPORTANT It is very important to read this message completely before accessing the next page Figure 3 9 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 Figure 3 10 Force page input ...

Page 64: ...s 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 the directional arrows to select a specific rectangle or function When a rectangle is selected a short description of the corresponding function appears in the lower part of the screen After selecting a rectangle press ON to activate the correspon...

Page 65: ...fic data that are transferred from the chassis J1939 bus to Labrie s multiplexed system in order to be used by this system 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 In this section you will find the software version currently used by each of the modules installed on th...

Page 66: ...ump system Before resetting make sure the forks and arms are in their home position then follow the instructions shown on the display monitor For more information call LabriePlus see To Contact Labrie Plus on page 4 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 go back to the Main p...

Page 67: ...the options installed on the vehicle Pump Switch This switch see Figure 3 14 also known as PTO switch engages and disengages the hydraulic pump all the body functions packer tailgate and the joystick that controls the arms Press the switch to activate the hydraulic pump switch turns green Speed up ON Speed up AUTO Mirror light optional Canopylight optional Grabber open optional Grabber close optio...

Page 68: ...ut 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 Tailgate Up Switch This control switch see Figure 3 15 is used to raise the tailgate Press and keep down this switch to raise the tailgate to the desired height Befo...

Page 69: ... tailgate Press and keep down this switch to completely close and lock the tailgate or to lower it until it rests on the tailgate safety prop IMPORTANT When the tailgate is completely closed and locked put both tailgate locking pins back to their place NOTE If the downward movement of the tailgate is stopped at any position except the fully closed and locked position both Tailgate Up and Tailgate ...

Page 70: ...nal This switch see Figure 3 14 turns on off the canopy light if installed on your vehicle Press the switch once to turn on the canopy light switch turns green Press the switch again to turn off the canopy light switch turns blue Strobe Light Switch optional This switch see Figure 3 15 turns on off the strobe light if installed on your vehicle Press the switch once to turn on the strobe light swit...

Page 71: ...arms and a packer control station to operate the packer see Figure 3 19 A throttle advance switch or speed up is also provided to speed up the packing process and the raising lowering of the arms see Figure 3 19 Figure 3 19 Auxiliary controls Figure 3 20 Auxiliary control switch Auto Packing Switch optional The auto packing switch see Figure 3 14 enables the packer to automatically start cycling w...

Page 72: ... it pressed until the desired width is reached Figure 3 21 Forks width switches NOTE If this optional feature is available on your unit these switches are located on the control panel Speed Up Switches optional These switches see Figure 3 14 engage disengage the optional speed up feature which is used to increase the engine speed up to 1500 RPM whenever a pack or an auto pack cycle is initiated Th...

Page 73: ...Switches Roof Open Roof Close Located on the control panel these switches see Figure 3 15 are used to open close the top door NOTE The top door must be fully open to dump refuse into the hopper The upper switch is used to open the top door Press this switch and keep it pressed until the top door is completely open Once the top door is fully open the switch turns green Refuse can now be dumped into...

Page 74: ...the control panel see Figure 3 14 also flashes red Arms Not Stowed Indicator Light This indicator light is located on the in cab control panel see Figure 3 15 If this indicator light is green this indicates that the arms and forks are adequately stowed If this indicator light is red this indicates that the arms and forks are not adequately stowed IMPORTANT Never drive this vehicle when this indica...

Page 75: ...me position Press and hold this button to eject the load tailgate must be fully open Release this button to stop the packer blade during the ejection full eject mode only Figure 3 25 Pack push button Retract Push Button yellow This push button see Figure 3 26 returns the packer blade to its home position when you are packing a load or you are ejecting the load at the landfill Press this button onc...

Page 76: ... As a result you can perform two functions at the same time For example you can lower the arms and forks simultaneously Figure 3 27 In cab joystick Shift the joystick forward to lower the arms only Shift the joystick to the position between the Arms Down and Forks Down to lower both the arms and forks see Figure 3 28 Shift the joystick to the left to lift the forks only see Figure 3 28 Shift the j...

Page 77: ... arms and the left hand lever controls the forks While these are separate controls you may still perform two functions at the same time For example you can lower the arms and forks simultaneously Figure 3 29 Dual lever joystick Shift the Fork control downward to raise the forks Shift the Fork control upward to lower the forks Shift the Arm control downward to raise the arms Shift the Arm control u...

Page 78: ...ckward to raise the body Pull the lever towards you to lower the body Figure 3 31 Service hoist lever Figure 3 32 Hoist safety props Cab Dashboard The following is a description of the controls and buttons found on the dashboard Warning Always use both hoist safety props when working under a raised body and never prop a loaded body Failure to do so may result in severe injury or even death ...

Page 79: ...Controls and Indicators 69 Parking Brake The parking brake must be used every time the WITTKE is stopped on idle position other than the regular traffic stops see Figure 3 33 Figure 3 33 Parking brake ...

Page 80: ...70 Controls and Indicators ...

Page 81: ...fic rules of driving the WITTKE 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 at the most convenient place where you will have all the clearance required t...

Page 82: ... area fuel tank hydraulic tank air tanks air tanks must be drained every day cleaning trap and wheels Ensure the tailgate is fully closed and locked BOTH tailgate safety pins are in place and rollers are on main locking pins Once the visual inspection is over you must start the engine to check if the systems are working properly Starting the Vehicle To start the WITTKE 1 Before starting the engine...

Page 83: ... side access door left Sliding side access door right 2 Go back in the truck and open the top door completely Figure 4 2 Top door 3 Press the green push button on the in cab packer control station see Figure 3 25 to activate the packer for a full cycle 4 Use the joystick on the in cab console see Figure 3 27 to check for proper operation of the arms and forks Danger Never attempt to reach inside t...

Page 84: ...on Procedure On a daily basis perform a visual inspection of the lifting arms and forks looking for leaks cracks or premature wear of the moving parts Refer to the Lubrication section in the Maintenance Manual for detailed greasing points Figure 4 3 Lifting arms and forks Apply the following inspection procedure 1 Make sure to park the vehicle on a safe level ground 2 Start the engine and engage t...

Page 85: ... 57 and the engine 5 Ensure that the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is tagged out for maintenance purposes see Locking Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle on page 38 6 Perform a visual inspection of the following items cylinders pivots mounting bolts Hoses and connections ...

Page 86: ...76 Operating the WITTKE Check for loose nuts and bolts Torque tube support and shaft Check proximity switches for proper operation Refer to Maintenance Manual ...

Page 87: ...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 POST Bat...

Page 88: ... Stop the vehicle and set the parking brake 2 Turn off the hydraulic pump see Pump Switch on page 57 3 Move to the desired driving position LH or RH 4 Shift the OPERATING POSITION switch to the desired position LH or RH Figure 4 4 OPERATING POSITION switch 5 Adjust mirrors and monitor to the chosen driving position 6 Start the engine 7 Turn on the hydraulic pump see Pump Switch on page 57 8 Adjust...

Page 89: ...5 is attached to the lifting arms of the front loader unit Figure 4 5 Carry can To correctly position both lifting arms and the carry can 1 Lower the arms so that they rest directly on the two front craddles that are fixed to the bumpers Figure 4 6 Front craddles 2 Adjust the forks so that the carry can is horizontal or tipped slightly toward the cab ...

Page 90: ...n to clear obstructions when moving the vehicle during a pack cycle Commercial Collection Mode To correctly position the arms between two pick ups 1 Raise the arms until they rest on the rubber bump stops 2 Retract the forks fully Figure 4 7 Arms correctly positioned En Route Consult with your supervisor for specific rules of driving the front loader in your location Please remember the following ...

Page 91: ...learance Commercial Units when not in Collection Mode To correctly position the arms do the following 1 Raise the arms until they rest on the rubber bump stops see Figure 4 8 Figure 4 8 Rubber bump stop NOTE Be aware of the required overhead clearance at all times 2 Retract the forks fully until the Arms not Stowed indicator light on the console panel turns green see Figure 3 15 3 Close the top do...

Page 92: ...orm the Arms Elevated Proximity Switch test Refer to Arms Partly Raised Proximity Switch in Packing Mode Residential Units Only on page 35 2 Raise the arms until they rest on the rubber bump stops see Figure 4 8 3 Retract the forks until the carry can is in the hopper and the Arm not Stowed indicator light turns green NOTE The carry can will be upside down and horizontal inside the hopper 4 Turn o...

Page 93: ... Collection To collect refuse on commercial routes 1 Turn on the hydraulic system See Pump Switch on page 57 and fully open the top door See Top Door Switches Roof Open Roof Close on page 63 2 Fully retract the packer blade to its home position The Packer Retracted indicator light on the console panel See Packer Retracted Indicator Light on page 63 will turn green when the packer is fully retracte...

Page 94: ...e container until the arms rest on the rubber bump stops IMPORTANT Do not tip the container much more than 45 degrees The container may slip off the forks and fall into the hopper NOTE The forks may be cycled up and down in short movements to help empty the container 7 Adjust the forks to a 45 degree angle to dump the container into the hopper NOTE While raising the arms and consequently the conta...

Page 95: ...the container out of the hopper lower the arms and return the container to the ground Danger Be sure there is enough clearance to dump the container s contents into the hopper Make sure nobody is near the vehicle during the operation ...

Page 96: ...r blade off the front header and pack the recently dumped refuse into the body The packer is allowed to pack during travelling Residential Collection To collect refuse on residential routes 1 Raise the carry can out of the hopper by operating the forks down joystick control 2 Lower the arms and adjust the forks so the carry can will clear the canopy ...

Page 97: ...on page 65 you can control the packer blade s sweep cycle You can however stop the packer by pressing the Stop button red and retract it by pressing the Return button yellow at any point during the sweep cycle Using the Auto Packing mode Working in this mode the packer blade s sweep cycle is fully automated and is triggered by the lowering of the arms You can however stop the packer by pressing th...

Page 98: ...UTY units allows packing with the roof closed IMPORTANT The top door is only designed to prevent refuse from escaping the hopper during transport It should not be closed during packing except if a reinforced roof is installed Serious damage may result 3 Press the Pack button to actuate the packer blade See Pack Push Button green on page 65 The packer should automatically complete a cycle then stop...

Page 99: ...eely 6 Check fuses and breakers in the console as well as the fuse located next to the battery box 7 Report your findings to the maintenance personnel Warning Always keep the warning lights and or four way flashers on when collecting refuse Danger Never attempt to reach inside the hopper area when either the packer blade or the arms are in motion Severe injury or death may occur Warning Wear prote...

Page 100: ...d until the tailgate is fully open NOTE As soon as the tailgate is unlocked and opened an in cab buzzer and a back up alarm will sound Also during the upward movement of the tailgate both the Tailgate Open switch and the Tailgate Close switch flash red The Tailgate Open switch will turn green when the tailgate reaches its fully open position IMPORTANT The tailgate must be fully open prior to unloa...

Page 101: ...he Tailgate Close switch will turn green when the tailgate reaches its fully closed and locked position 9 Open the clean out door optional to let any liquid waste drain away 10 Close the clean out door Cleaning of the WITTKE In order to ensure the continued good working condition of the WITTKE and its components the unit has to be cleaned after each working day Preparing the Unit Before Departure ...

Page 102: ...on 12 Turn off the hydraulic pump see Pump Switch on page 57 Clean Up Procedure The area in front of the packer blade should be cleaned daily and as required To do so you can use the clean out tools provided with the truck These tools are located at the back of the packer see Figure 4 9 Some trucks may also be equipped with a wash out tank with hose and nozzle optional see Figure 4 10 Figure 4 9 C...

Page 103: ...ility of the hopper area 6 Turn off the hydraulic pump The hydraulic pump switch should be blue lighted see Figure 3 14 7 Complete the lockout tagout procedure see Locking Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle on page 38 8 Enter the hopper through the side access door NOTE Some trucks are equipped with a streetside clean out door which can be used to clean the hopper see Figure 4 11 Warning Test the sid...

Page 104: ...side access door 12 Reverse the lockout tagout procedure see Locking Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle on page 38 Canopy Sweeper optional Fixed to the fork torque tube and made of rubber the optional canopy sweeper see Figure 4 12 is used to remove debris that may fall onto the canopy from a container on its way up The debris that remains on the canopy can be swept by a second lifting of the arms af...

Page 105: ...trol panel will turn blue indicating that the hydraulic system is disabled 6 Turn off all lights work lights strobe light etc 7 Shut the unit off following the chassis manufacturer s recommendations 8 Drain air from all air tanks 9 Turn off the master switch see Figure 4 13 Figure 4 13 Master switch Water Trap Bleed Usually located on the right hand side truck frame near mid section the water trap...

Page 106: ...4 Close the main valve on the hydraulic tank see Figure 2 21 5 Carefully inspect and find the cause of the leak 6 Call the maintenance facility and report your findings 7 If the leak cannot be repaired on site and the vehicle cannot be towed remove the pump drive shaft before restarting the engine 8 When it is time to restart the pump after repair ensure that the valve on the hydraulic tank see Fi...

Page 107: ...Operating the WITTKE 97 ...

Page 108: ... 831 1673 Sales Fax 1 920 232 2498 Parts Fax 1 418 831 7561 Mailing Address Mailing Address P O Box 2785 175 Route du Pont Oshkosh WI 54903 2785 St Nicolas QC G7A 2T3 Parts and Warranty Parts and Warranty During business hours During business hours 7 00 AM to 7 00 PM Central Standard Time 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM Eastern Standard Time Technical Support Service Technical Support Service Toll Free 1 800 2...

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