PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010
PB# 4100039 Rev.* 06/10
Armadillo 9X Series Sweeper
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FUEL SYSTEM
WARNING
Never attempt to perform any service on the
equipment or components until the engine is
OFF, the parking brake is LOCKED, and the
wheels are CHOCKED.
WARNING
Never operate an LPG powered sweeper
when any component in the fuel system is
malfunctioning or leaking.
WARNING
Never bypass safety components unless you
are testing them.
WARNING
Replace any defective safety components
before operation the sweeper.
WARNING
During repair or servicing of the fuel system,
work in a properly ventilated area and do not
smoke or allow an open flame near the fuel
system.
WARNING
When disconnecting the tank coupling, always
wear gloves. LPG fuel can freeze bare hands.
WARNING
Under no circumstances should the fuel filter
lock be bypassed, except when testing. After
testing, always reconnect lock. Bypassing the
fuel filter lock after testing creates a potential
fire hazard.
Tier װ compliant fuel system Refer to P.S.I Service
Manual
COOLANT SYSTEM
Blowing Out Radiator Fins
NOTE: Make sure radiator is cool before
blowing out the radiator fins with
compressed air.
Reverse Flow Flushing
1. At the engine, disconnect the hoses.
2. Make sure the radiator cap is on tight.
3. Using a hose clamp, attach a flushing gun
onto the lower hose.
4. Turn on the water and fill the radiator.
5. To keep from damaging the radiator, apply air
pressure slowly and carefully.
6. Shut off the air pressure, refill the radiator
with water, and reapply the air pressure. You
will need to repeat these steps until water
flushed from the radiator runs out clear.
7. Inspect and clean the radiator cap.
8. Inspect and reconnect the hoses.
9. Refill the radiator with coolant.
NOTE: Use a 50/50 mixture of water and an anti-
freeze with an ethylene glycol base.
LUBRICATION
Gasoline and LPG Engines: Use any SF or SG
rated oil meeting API specifications and suited to
seasonal temperatures.
Refer to the Engine Manufacturer’s Operator
Manual for these specifications.
Changing Engine Oil
1. Place a drain pan under the lowest end of the
engine.
2. Remove the drain plug and allow the oil to
drain into the pan.
3. Remove the used oil filter and replace with a
new one.
4. Dispose of the oil and oil filter in an approved
manner.
5. Remove the engine oil cap, add oil in the
amounts listed in the engine manual, then
secure the cap.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR