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USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1100SRX CONTACT US 800.6.Bortek 717.737.7591 Orders@BortekIndustries.com BortekIndustries.com/...
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The descriptions contained in this document are not binding. The company therefore reserves the right to make any modifications at any time to elements, details, or accessory supply, as considered necessary for reasons of improvement or manufacturing/commercial requirements. The reproduction, even partial, of the text and drawings contained in this document is prohibited by law.
CONTENTS ON CONSIGNMENT OF THE MACHINE................................5 SERIAL NUMBER PLATE ....................................5 INTRODUCTORY COMMENT .................................... 5 IDENTIFICATION DATA ..................................... 5 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION....................................5 INTENDED USE ........................................5 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION....................................6 SYMBOLS USED ON THE MACHINE ................................7 GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS ................................11 MACHINE PREPARATION ....................................
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43. SWITCHING ON THE MACHINE, DIESEL VERSION ..............................35 44. SWITCHING ON THE MACHINE, BIFUEL VERSION ..............................36 45. STARTING TO WORK ........................................36 46. END OF THE LPG FUEL (BIFUEL VERSION) ................................39 AT THE END OF WORK ....................................41 47.
On consignment of the machine Serial number plate When the machine is delivered to the customer, an immediate check must be performed to ensure all the material mentioned in the shipping documents has been received, in addition to verifying that the machine has not been damaged during transportation.
Unit of TITAN 4400 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION TITAN 4400 B measure Central brush working width Working width (central brush + right side) 1120 Working width (central brush + right side + left side) 1440 Maximum forward speed km/h Working capacity (central brush + right side brush) 12070 12780 Central brush...
SYMBOLS USED ON THE MACHINE Main switch symbol (battery version) Used on the instrument panel, to indicate the key switch for machine operation on (I) or off (0) Symbol denoting horn Used to indicate the acoustic alarm button Debris hopper movement symbol Used on the instrument panel, to indicate the safety button that controls the movement of the debris hopper Total - partial work hours symbol (battery version) Used on the instrument panel to indicate the button that allows the hours and partial hours that the machine has been working...
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SYMBOLS USED ON THE MACHINE Symbol indicating main switch is on (battery version) It is used on the instrument panel to indicate the green warning light showing that the main key switch is in operation Symbol for braking system pressure fault Used on the instrument panel to indicate the red warning light (battery version) and green warning light (bifuel version), which signals a lack of oil in the braking system Parking brake symbol...
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SYMBOLS USED ON THE MACHINE Machine general system continuity symbol (bifuel version) Used on the instrument panel to indicate the emergency switch that allows you to cycle the uninterrupted flow of electricity in the machine's general system Hydraulic system oil level symbol Used on the instrument panel to indicate the "maximum"...
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SYMBOLS USED ON THE MACHINE Vacuum motor active symbol Used on the machine to identify the direction the lever that controls the ignition of the vacuum motor has to be turned Vacuum motor off symbol Used on the machine to identify the direction to turn the lever that controls the shutting off of the vacuum motor Central brush in work position symbol Used on the instrument panel to indicate the direction to push the lever that controls the central brush to return it to a work position...
GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS The regulations below must be carefully followed in order to avoid harm to the operator and damage to the machine. WARNING: Read the labels on the machine carefully. Do not cover them for any reason and replace them immediately if they become damaged. ...
MACHINE PREPARATION 1. HANDLING OF THE PACKED MACHINE The machine is contained in specific packaging with a pallet for the handling with fork trucks. The packages cannot be placed on top of each other. The overall mass of the machine (machine empty and with a side brush) with packaging is: TITAN 4400 B = 796 kg TITAN 4400 BIF = 000 kg The dimensions of the packaging is as follows:...
MACHINE PREPARATION 8. Rotate the lever (5) on the by-pass valve until it is vertical; this will put the hydraulic system on standby. 9. Lower the rear cover as far as the working position 10. Turn the knob (3) clockwise to block the rotation of the rear cover 11.
MACHINE PREPARATION 4. INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENTS (BATTERY VERSION) The instrument panel components are identified as follows: 1. Vibrating filter shaker control switch 2. Front headlights control switch 3. Total or partial hour meter selector button 4. Horn button 5. Dead man's safety button for lowering the hopper 6.
MACHINE PREPARATION 5. INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENTS (DIESEL VERSION) The instrument panel components are identified as follows: 1. Filter shaker control switch 2. Front headlights control switch 3. Absolute or partial hour meter selector button 4. Horn button 5. Dead man's button for lowering the hopper 6.
MACHINE PREPARATION 12. Red warning light indicating the oil level of the hydraulic system is low 13. Red warning light indicating the oil filter of the hydraulic system is clogged 14. Red warning light indicating the oil temperature of the hydraulic system is at a critical level 15.
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MACHINE PREPARATION 3. Switch to select the type of fuel to be injected into the carburettor of the combustion engine 4. Horn button 5. Dead man's button for lowering the hopper 6. Main key switch 7. Green warning light indicating the oil level of the hydraulic system is low 8.
MACHINE PREPARATION 7. CONTROL PANEL COMPONENTS (BATTERY VERSION) The control panel components in the diesel version are identified as follows: 1. Central brush control lever 2. Left side brush control lever (optional) 3. Right side brush control lever 4. Control lever for activating and deactivating the vacuum turbine 8.
MACHINE PREPARATION 6. Battery connector handle 7. Electrical system connector 10. FOOTBOARD FOOTREST COMPONENTS (VERSION WITH COMBUSTION ENGINE) The front components of the footboard are identified as follows: 1. Forward movement pedal 2. Backward movement pedal 3. Brake pedal 4. Parking brake pedal 5.
MACHINE PREPARATION 4. Blinking light 12. FRONT COVER COMPONENTS The front cover components are identified as follows: 1. Headlights 2. Handle for raising the cover 13. SIDE COMPONENTS The front cover components are identified as follows: 1. Side hatch 2. Step for getting on and off 14.
MACHINE PREPARATION 16. BATTERY MAINTENANCE AND DISPOSAL For maintenance and recharging, respect the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer. Particular attention must be paid when choosing the battery charger, if not supplied, since there are different kinds according to the type and capacity of the battery. When the battery reaches the end of its working life, it must be disconnected by expert, trained personnel, then lifted (using the grips and suitable lifting devices) to remove it from the battery compartment.
MACHINE PREPARATION 3. Turn the cover rotation catch (2) 4. Using the handle (3) turn the rear cover as far as it will go 5. Using the right tools remove the screw fixing the cable (4) stopping the rear cover rotating WARNING: Hold the cord stopping the rear cover rotating firmly during this operation, otherwise it could rotate too much and get damaged.
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MACHINE PREPARATION To connect the battery charger you must: 1. Move the machine near to the battery charger WARNING: Park the machine in an enclosed place with adequate ventilation, on a flat and level surface; near the machine there must be no objects that could either damage it, or be damaged through contact with it.
MACHINE PREPARATION 22. BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR (BATTERY VERSION) On the instrument panel of the machine there is a monitor (1) indicating (amongst other things) the battery charge status. If the led lights reach a watch level (red colour), the battery charging is critical and an intermittent buzzer will go off.
MACHINE PREPARATION 24. FUEL LEVEL INDICATOR (DIESEL VERSION) On the instrument panel of the machine there is a display (1) indicating the level of the fuel tank. If the yellow led comes on (2) it means that the tank is running extremely low and needs filling up. 25.
MACHINE PREPARATION 26. CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL OF THE COMBUSTION ENGINE Before checking the level of oil in the combustion engine, do as follows: 1. Block the machine by engaging the parking brake, pressing the pedal (1) down 2. Check the main machine switch is in the “OFF” position, and if this is not the case, turn it by a quarter rotation to the left 3.
MACHINE PREPARATION 28. CONNECTING THE LPG CYLINDER (BIFUEL VERSION) The machine is supplied without an LPG cylinder. To connect the cylinder to the machine, proceed as follows: 1. Block the machine by engaging the parking brake, pressing the pedal (1) down 2.
MACHINE PREPARATION 8. Tighten the tube (7) to the tap (3). Remember to insert the seal that's supplied with the cylinder. 9. Fully open the cylinder tap (3). 29. HOUR METER (BATTERY VERSION) On the instrument panel of the machine there is a display (1) indicating the total number of working hours, or by pressing the button (2) the partial hours are displayed.
MACHINE PREPARATION 32. TURNING LIGHTS ON/OFF The machine is equipped with two front headlights, to help the operator to work in low light. To switch on the headlights simply turn the switch (1) located on the instrument panel to the "I" position and the green indicator light (2) on the instrument panel will immediately illuminate;...
MACHINE PREPARATION 3. Turn the main machine switch to the “ON” position, turn it by a quarter rotation to the right 4. Make sure that the hopper hatch is closed, if this is not the case not pull the lever (3) upwards 5.
MACHINE PREPARATION 37. SAFETY BELT INSERTION (OPTIONAL) The machine can be equipped with a lap belt safety device which allows the operator to be anchored to the driving seat. To fasten the safety belt proceed as follows: 1. position yourself on the driving seat 2.
PREPARING TO WORK 38. SEAT ADJUSTMENT The adjustment of the driver's seat is very important for ensuring a comfortable position for the operator, and to do this proceed as follows: 1. sit on the driver’s seat 2. Use the lever (1), move the seat backwards or forwards until the most suitable position has been found 39.
PREPARING TO WORK 5. Check that the level of the radiator coolant is between the "MAX" notch and the "MIN" notch, and if necessary follow the instructions in the section "FILLING THE COMBUSTION ENGINE'S COOLANT TANK (DIESEL VERSION)" WARNING: Check the level of the combustion engine's cooling system fluid with the engine off, with the engine at ambient temperature, with the machine parked on a flat surface.
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PREPARING TO WORK 3. Turn the cover rotation catch (2) 4. Using the handle (3) turn the rear cover as far as it will go 5. Check that the fuel tank is full, if necessary follow the instructions in the section "FILLING THE FUEL TANK (BIFUEL VERSION)"...
WORK 42. SWITCHING ON THE MACHINE, BATTERY VERSION 1. sit on the driver’s seat WARNING! The machine is fitted with a dead man's micro-switch beneath the seat; this prevents the machine from moving if the operator is not correctly seated 2.
WORK WARNING: Do not use the starter for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the motor does not start up, release the key and wait for 10 seconds before making a new attempt. To ensure the machine works correctly, a few seconds after the combustion engine starts bringing the lever (1) to its limit, in this way the accelerator will be at its maximum stroke.
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WORK 2. Lower the central brush, using the lever (3) on the control panel WARNING: The central brush will start to rotate as soon as it reaches its work position. 3. Start the vacuum, turn the lever (4) left WARNING! When working on a wet area or if wet dirt is being collected, the vacuum motor should be switched off by turning the lever (6) to the right, and once the critical zone has passed the vacuum motor can be started again.
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WORK 4. Switch off the vacuum, turn the lever (4) to the right 5. Activate the filter shaker on the filter by pressing the switch (5) on the control panel WARNING! Do not keep the switch (5) pressed longer than ten seconds, repeat this operation two or three times.
WORK If during the work the red warning light shown here on the side on the instrument panel comes on, it indicates that there is a fault with the alternator (diesel version), you need to stop the work you are doing and take the machine to a suitable place for its maintenance and call for assistance.
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WORK 7. sit on the driver’s seat 8. Check that the accelerator lever (5) is at the minimum, if not pull it upwards 9. Select "GASOLINE" for the fuel to be injected into the carburettor of the combustion engine, using the switch (6) on the instrument panel 10.
AT THE END OF WORK 47. AT THE END OF THE WORK At the end of the work, do as follows: 1. Stop the machine and engage the parking brake, pressing the pedal (1) 2. Raise the central brush from the ground, using the lever (2) 3.
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AT THE END OF WORK 8. Disengage the parking brake by means of the lever (9) 9. Bring the machine close to the waste unloading zone, stop it and engage the parking brake WARNING! Calculate the distance between the machine and the waste container correctly, bearing in mind the rotation radius of the debris hopper when moving.
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AT THE END OF WORK 20. Disengage the parking brake 21. Take the machine to the designated machine storage place. 22. Engage the parking brake. WARNING! Park the machine in a closed place, on a flat and level surface, where it cannot cause harm to people or damage to other property, but also be protected from any accidental fall of objects.
DAILY MAINTENANCE PERFORM ALL MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS IN SEQUENCE 48. CLEANING THE CENTRAL BRUSH Proceed as follows in order to clean the central brush: 1. Engage the parking brake, pressing the pedal (1) 2. Check the main machine switch is in the “OFF-0” position. If this is not the case, turn the key by a quarter rotation to the left.
DAILY MAINTENANCE 49. CLEANING THE SIDE BRUSH Proceed as follows in order to clean the side brush: 1. Engage the parking brake, pressing the pedal (1) 2. sit on the driver’s seat 3. Turn the main machine switch to "ON-1" by turning the key a quarter rotation to the right 4.
DAILY MAINTENANCE 5. Remove the cover (4) of the cyclone filter, turning the knob (5) anti-clockwise WARNING: This operation must be carried out using gloves to protect against contact with dangerous solutions. 6. Remove the cyclone filter (6) and clean it with a cloth 51.
DAILY MAINTENANCE 7. Use a jet of compressed air to clean the radiator, from the inside to the outside of the machine. 52. MAINTENANCE OF THE COMBUSTION ENGINE Proceed as follows in order to carry out maintenance of the combustion engine: 1.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 53. CLEANING THE SUCTION FILTER Whenever the vacuum action seems to be unsatisfactory, check that the vacuum filter is not obstructed. If necessary clean with an air jet as follows: 1. Engage the parking brake, pressing the pedal (1) 2.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 54. CLEANING THE DEBRIS HOPPER Clean the debris hopper every week as follows: 1. Take the machine to the area used for discharging sewage 2. Engage the parking brake, pressing the pedal (1) 3. Open the hopper hatch, moving the lever (2) down 4.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 10. Remove the fabric filter, make sure to disconnect it from the machine's electrical system 11. Place it on something that is suitable for its weight and size WARNING: The fabric filter should not be put on the ground so that it does not get dirty.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 7. To increase or lower the height of the brush off the ground, use the knob (3) 8. Reassemble all the elements WARNING: The correct adjustment of the central brush should bring about a work footprint no wider than a few centimetres To check that the work footprint is correct, do as follows: 1.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 3. Raise the central brush from the ground, using the lever (2) 4. Lower the central brush to the ground, using the lever (3) 5. Raise the left side brush from the ground (if present as an optional), using the lever (4) 6.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 7. Remove the main cartridge (6) and clean it with a jet of air 8. Remove the safety cartridge (7) and clean it with a jet of air 9. Insert the safety cartridge (7) and the main cartridge (6) into the filter body 10.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 59. CHECKING THE LEVEL OF THE DIESEL MOTOR COOLANT Proceed as follows in order to carry out maintenance of the combustion engine: 1. Engage the parking brake, pressing the pedal (1) 2. Check the main machine switch is in the “OFF-0” position. If this is not the case, turn the key by a quarter rotation to the left.
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WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 6. Turn the knob (5) anticlockwise and open the right hatch 7. Release the hinge (6) fixing the articulated arm (7) of the central brush 8. Remove the articulated arm (7) of the central brush from the arm (8) controlling the central brush WARNING: This operation must be carried out using gloves to protect against contact with dangerous substances.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 3. Using the proper equipment, loosen the nuts (12) that fix the rear flap (11) to the support 4. Move the flap (11) down as far as possible 5. Using the proper equipment, fix the nuts (12) that fix the rear flap (11) to the support 6.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 7. Using the proper equipment, loosen the nuts (6) that fix the side rubber-pressing blade (7) 8. Adjust the more rigid side flap so that there are twenty millimetres between the work surface and the rubber 9. Adjust the side flap (8) so that there are three millimetres between the work surface and the rubber 10.
EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE 63. CENTRAL BRUSH REPLACEMENT If the central brush is worn, this will affect its performance. Proceed as follows to replace: 1. Engage the parking brake, pressing the pedal (1) 2. Check the main machine switch is in the “OFF-0” position. If this is not the case, turn the key by a quarter rotation to the left.
EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE 11. Reassemble all the elements. WARNING: The brush is correctly fitted when, seen from above, the cusp forms an upturned “V” (refer to the picture) 64. SIDE BRUSH REPLACEMENT If the side brush is worn, it can no longer push the side dirt towards the centre of the machine, it is recommended that it be replaced, and to do this proceed as follows: 1.
EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE 3. Turn the cover rotation catch (2) 4. Using the handle (3) rotate the rear cover as far as it will go WARNING: Check the level of the combustion engine's coolant with the engine off, with the engine at ambient temperature, with the machine parked on a flat surface. 5.
EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE 67. MAINTENANCE OF THE HYDRAULIC FLUID Proceed as follows in order to carry out maintenance of machine's hydraulic fluid: 1. Engage the parking brake, pressing the pedal (1) 2. Check the main machine switch is in the “OFF-0” position. If this is not the case, turn the key by a quarter rotation to the left.
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EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE 6. Turn the cover rotation catch (5) 7. Using the handle (6) rotate the rear cover as far as it will go WARNING: Carry out this procedure only when the engine is off, with the engine at ambient temperature, and with the machine parked on flat ground. 7.
EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE 69. REPLACING THE STARTER BATTERY (VERSIONS WITH COMBUSTION ENGINES) Proceed as follows in order to carry out the replacement of the starter battery for machines with a combustion engine: 1. Engage the parking brake, pressing the pedal (1) 2.
EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE 70. REPLACEMENT OF THE CENTRAL BRUSH'S REAR FLAP If during working you notice that the machine leaves a trail of dust or dirt in its wake, this means that the rear flap of the central brush needs replacing. Proceed as follows to replace it: 1.
EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE 11. Using the proper equipment remove the screws (10) that fix the rear flap support (11) to the frame of the machine 12. Remove the rear flap support from the machine 13. Using the proper equipment, remove the nuts (12) that fix the rear flap (11) to the support 14.
EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE 6. Turn the knob (5) anticlockwise and open the right hatch 7. Using the proper equipment, remove the nuts (6) that fix the side rubber-pressing blade (7) 8. Remove the rubber-pressing blade (7) 9. Remove the more rigid worn side flap and insert the new one so that there are twenty millimetres between the work surface and the rubber 10.
EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE 6. Disconnect the headlight from the machine's electric system 7. Rotate the lamp socket (5) and unscrew it from the body of the headlight 8. Unscrew the burned out bulb and put in a new one 9. Reassemble all the elements WARNING: All installation and maintenance operations must be carried out by expert personnel, trained at the specialised assistance centre WARNING: It is recommended that the above-mentioned operations be carried out...
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EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE 6. With the right equipment unscrew the pipe (5) from the tap (4), remembering to throw away the gasket between the pipe (5) and the tap (4) 7. Loosen the tie rod (6), with the right equipment 8. Release the chain catch (7) of the cylinder 9.
TROUBLESHOOTING 74. THE MACHINE DOES NOT START 1. Check the starter battery is connected to the machine system 2. Check the key switch is ON/I 3. Check the starter battery is charged 4. Check there is fuel in the motor tank 5.
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TROUBLESHOOTING 3. For battery versions, gripping the handle (2) disconnect the electrical system connector from the battery connector (3) 4. Turn the cover rotation catch (4) 5. Using the handle (5) rotate the rear cover as far as it will go WARNING: Carry out this procedure only when the engine is off, with the engine at ambient temperature, and with the machine parked on flat ground.
RECOMMENDED PERIODIC MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS After Daily Every Every Every Every Every Every Every Upon the first Version Procedure mainten 1000 2000 3000 delivery ance hours hours hours hours hours hours hours hours B-D-BF Hydraulic oil level check B-D-BF Parking brake check B-D-BF Brush cleaning B-D-BF...
DISPOSAL To dispose of the machine, take it to a demolition centre or an authorised collection centre. Before scrapping the machine it is necessary to remove and separate the following materials and send them to the appropriate collection centres in accordance with the environmental hygiene regulations currently in force: ...
CHOOSING AND USING THE BRUSHES POLYPROPYLENE BRUSH (PPL) It is used on every type of floors and has good resistance to wear. The Polypropylene brush is non-hygroscopic and therefore retains its characteristics even when working in wet conditions. TABLE FOR CHOOSING THE BRUSHES No.
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450RS 500RS GEN II 500RSX 500SS GEN II 600SS 650RS 750RS 550RDX 650RDX 700RSX HEADQUARTERS 4713 Gettysburg Road 750RDX Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 USA CONTACT US 800.6.Bortek 870SR 717.737.7591 Orders@BortekIndustries.com BortekIndustries.com/ A complete family of SWEEPERLAND.COM power cleaning machines.
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