Operator's Manual

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Figure 37
1. Safety support
4. To store the safety support, remove the safety support
from the cylinder and secure it to the storage bracket on
the sweeper frame.
5. Always install or remove the safety support from
behind the hopper.
6. Do not try to lower the hopper with the safety support
on the cylinder.
Checking Interlock System
The purpose of the safety interlock system is to prevent the
brush from rotating when the hopper is raised.
SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHES ARE FOR
THE OPERATOR’S PROTECTION.
DISCONNECTED OR MALFUNCTIONING
SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHES COULD
ALLOW THE MACHINE TO OPERATE IN AN
UNSAFE MANNER AND MAY CAUSE
PERSONAL INJURY.
• Do not disconnect the safety interlock switches.
• Check operation of the switches daily to be sure
the interlock system is operating correctly.
• If a switch is malfunctioning, replace it before
operating the machine.
Caution
Operating Tips
• Before starting to sweep, survey area to determine the
best direction to sweep.
Note: To maintain a straight line when sweeping, sight an
object in the foreground.
• Always try to make a long, continuous run with a slight
overlap on the return run.
• On turf areas, the brush will pick up turf cores, twigs,
clippings, leaves, pine needles and cones, small debris.
• The sweeper also grooms the turf. The brush combs
through and lifts the grass for a uniform cut when
mowed. As it cleans, the light scarifying action increase
water and pesticide penetration, thus reducing the need
for renovation.
Important Do not make sharp turns when using the
sweeper as damage to turf may occur.
While Sweeping
Danger
TIP OVER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH.
• NEVER operate on steep slopes.
• Sweep slopes up and down, never across the
face.
• When going uphill or downhill, do not stop or
start suddenly.
• Stay alert for holes in the terrain or other
hidden hazards. To avoid tipping or loss of
control, do not drive close to a ditch, creek or
drop off.
• If machine stops going uphill, disengage reels
and back slowly downhill. Do not attempt to
turn.
• When the hopper is full, the sweeper will no longer
pickup as efficiently, leaving or throwing material back
on the ground.
Dumping the Hopper
Danger
TIP OVER/ELECTRICAL SHOCK COULD
CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
• NEVER dump hopper on a slope. Always dump
hopper on level ground.
• Dump only in area clear of overhead wires and
other obstructions.
1. Place the machine on a level surface and make sure it is
in the transport position before dumping.