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  • Page 1 2R-II™ ’ PERATOR ANUAL...
  • Page 3 2R-II™ ’ PERATOR S MANUAL...
  • Page 4 Liability Labrie Enviroquip Group assumes no liability for any incidental, consequential, or other liability that might result from the use of the information 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 responsibility of the user.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Liability ..................ii Table of Contents ................ v Introduction ................1 Introducing the 2R-II™ ..................................1 Product Overview ..................................1 To Contact Labrie Plus ..................................5 In the U.S....................................... 5 In Canada ...................................... 5 Safety Precautions ..............7 General .........................................
  • Page 8 Releasing ....................................59 Waste Handling Process ................................59 Loading ....................................... 59 Packing ....................................... 60 Unloading ....................................61 Operating the 2R-II™ ..............63 Pre-Operating Walk-Around Inspection ..........................63 Walk-Around Inspection Checklist ........................... 66 Inspection Sheet ..................................67 Operating Instructions ................................. 68 Starting Up ....................................
  • Page 9: Introduction

    Depending on the type of collection for which it is intended, the 2R-II™ is offered in two main collection configurations: semi-automated and manual. Vehicles destined for semi-automated collection are...
  • Page 10 2 Introduction Figure 1-1 Cart tippers Body’s main components are the hopper (see Figure 1-3), the packer (see Figure 1-2), the tailgate (see Figure 1-2), the pushout panel (see Figure 1-4), and the carrier panel (see Figure 1-3). Some trucks may be equipped with one or two cart tippers (see Figure 1-1). Or they may be equipped with a push bar.
  • Page 11 Figure 1-3 Hopper (left); Carrier panel (right) Figure 1-4 Pushout panel In the cab, you will find the console on which the engine speed-up switch and the hydraulic pump switch are located (see Figure 1-5). Figure 1-5 2R-II™ cab Console...
  • Page 12 4 Introduction Operating controls for the packer, carrier panel, and container handling system are located on the right-hand side of the tailgate. Figure 1-6 Operating controls (packer, carrier panel, container handling system) Operating controls for the pushout panel and tailgate are located on the left-hand side of the body, not far from the cab.
  • Page 13: To Contact Labrie Plus

    Introduction 5 To Contact Labrie Plus In the U.S. Address: 1981 W. Snell Road Oshkosh, WI 54904 Toll Free: 1-800-231-2771 Telephone: 1-920-233-2770 General Fax: 1-920-232-2496 Sales Fax: 1-920-232-2498 Parts and warranty: During business hours, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Central Standard Time Technical Support Service: Available 24 hours In Canada Address:...
  • Page 14 6 Introduction...
  • Page 15: Safety Precautions

    Equipment – Safety Requirements, Z245.1 – ANSI 1999. Also, since 2R-II™ vehicles are heavy duty pieces of equipment, they require that a certain number of safety precautions be taken. The 2R-II™ has been designed with the operator in mind. However, as with any industrial machinery,...
  • Page 16: Conventions

    Basic Safety Notions The following safety notions are related to the use of the 2R-II™. It is important to point out that the safe use of the vehicle remains the user’s responsibility. He must heed all safety notions explained in this manual and on the decals affixed to the vehicle.
  • Page 17: Responsibilities

    It is the responsibility of the employee: To enforce all safety measures to meet the requirements established by the employer. To operate the 2R-II™ only after having received proper instructions and training. To perform routine daily unit inspections. To make sure that nobody is near the vehicle before activating any of the controls, and to be prepared to stop at any indication of possible danger.
  • Page 18: Things To Do

    10 Safety Precautions Things to Do Inspect the body and all systems at the beginning of each day. Make sure that the area is clear of any people or possible obstructions. Be extremely cautious in areas where small children may be present. MPORTANT Wear safety glasses and footwear, gloves, and any other safety equipment when loading and packing refuse.
  • Page 19: General Operation

    Locking Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle on page 38. Proper servicing requires specialized tools and procedures. Service must be performed by authorized personnel only following procedures in the 2R-II™ Maintenance Manual. Walk completely around the vehicle to make sure all...
  • Page 20 12 Safety Precautions Move the vehicle as slowly as possible without stalling when traveling in reverse. Always make sure the area behind the unit is clear before traveling in reverse. Do not travel in reverse for distances greater than those dictated by local ordinances. If reverse travel exceeds 10 feet, use a “spotter”...
  • Page 21 Do not move the vehicle with a container attached. Always set the vehicle parking brake before attaching or lifting a container. Never lift a container which is non-compatible with the Leach container attachment. Never lift a container without first latching both container latch arms.
  • Page 22: Hydraulics

    14 Safety Precautions Do not attach the hook to any lift point which will not be completely encircled by the hook with the safety latch closed. Do not remove the hook safety latch. Read and obey all container decals issued by the container manufacturer. Read and follow container manufacturer’s information on accepted use practices.
  • Page 23: Housekeeping

    Never load ashes or other materials which might be smoldering. These materials could ignite refuse in the packer body. : 2R-II™ vehicles are equipped with a 5-lb fire extinguisher, which is located inside the cab. A 20- lb fire extinguisher may also be installed as an option. Each fire extinguisher must be checked regularly by qualified personnel.
  • Page 24: Safety And Informative Decals

    Pay careful attention to all safety, warning and informative decals while working in and around the 2R-II™. Keep your decals clean and in good condition at all times. For replacement decals, please call LabriePlus. Decals may vary from one unit to another depending on the options and features installed...
  • Page 25: Decals On Body

    Safety Precautions 17 Decals on Body 104059 47304 104058 - Spanish 120989 - English/Spanish 104060 - French 79846 - English/French 104549 104504 104057 - Spanish 84278 - English/Spanish 104056 - French 84277 - English/French 104035 104029 104036 - Spanish 104030 - Spanish 104034 - French 104028 - French...
  • Page 26 18 Safety Precautions 104041 104042 - Spanish 104040 - French 104531 84488 104532 - Spanish 104530 - French 104068 104092 84166 - English/Spanish 104093 - Spanish 84165 - English/French 104091 - French...
  • Page 27 Safety Precautions 19 32272 121349 47520 47521 - French 47256 84419 - Spanish 159761 - French 32411 Optional Optional 159828 121344 Optional...
  • Page 28 20 Safety Precautions 97832 84447 - Spanish Optional 159805 159807 - Spanish Optional 159759 - French 159806 - French 159852 58704 - French Optional...
  • Page 29 Safety Precautions 21 UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS FOR PUSHOUT SYSTEM TO OPEN TAILGATE EJECTION SPEED UP 1. Activate the hydraulic pump. (Cab controls not shown). BUTTON 2. Turn solenoid to "ON" position (Cab controls not shown). TAILGATE TAILGATE LATCH 3. Always set brake before leaving cab. UNLOCK 4.
  • Page 30 22 Safety Precautions 84032 104569 84031 - English/French 84294 - English/Spanish 104539 - English/French/Spanish 84293 - English/French 104589 84286 - English/Spanish 84285 - English/French Optional 104566 104567 - Spanish 104565 - French...
  • Page 31 Safety Precautions 23 84388 84389 - French This vehicle conforms to all ANSI Z 245.1 safety requirements effective on the manufacturing date. REV. C LABRIE 104044 104044 104045 - Spanish 104043 - French...
  • Page 32: Decals On Tailgate

    24 Safety Precautions Decals on Tailgate 32411 Optional 104525 104083 104526 - Spanish 104084 - Spanish 104524 - French 104082 - French 104032 104035 104033 - Spanish 104036 - Spanish 104031 - French 104034 - French 104054 104048 104049 - Spanish 104055 - Spanish 104047 - French 104053 - French...
  • Page 33 Safety Precautions 25 104186 104534 104187 - Spanish 104535 - Spanish 104185 - French 104533 - French 104098 104519 104080 104099 - Spanish 84284 - English/Spanish 104081 - Spanish 104097 - French 84283 - English/French 104079 - French...
  • Page 34 26 Safety Precautions 104089 104095 84290 - English/Spanish 104090 - Spanish 84289 - English/French 104088 - French 104507 47266 104508 - Spanish 120973 - English/Spanish 104506 - French 79835 - English/French 104516 104589 84292 - English/Spanish 84286 - English/Spanish 84291 - English/French 84285 - English/French...
  • Page 35 Safety Precautions 27 104513 104051 84282 - English/Spanish 104052 - Spanish 84281 - English/French 104050 - French 84032 104510 84031 - English/French 84280 - English/Spanish 104539 - English/French/Spanish 84279 - English/French 104641 THIS VEHICLE IS POWERED BY NATURAL GAS 32414 Optional 84418 - Spanish 159760 - French...
  • Page 36: Decals Inside Cab

    28 Safety Precautions Decals inside Cab 84328 84329 84330 84331 104666 - French 104665 - French 84332 84333 84334 84335 104667 - French 173541 - French 104668 - French 104669 - French 159765 84032 104670 - French 84031 - English/French 104539 - English/French/Spanish...
  • Page 37 Safety Precautions 29 104038 84164 - English/Spanish 84163 - English/French 104001 84189 104002 - Spanish 84188 - English/French 104000 - French DANGER - Do not transport containers with the lifting devices. - Transporting a container could result in personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 38 30 Safety Precautions 104089 104090 - Spanish 104092 104088 - French 104093 - Spanish 104091 - French 47420 104074 104075 - Spanish 84420 - Spanish 104073 - French 159755 - French Optional 104166 104167 - Spanish 104165 - French...
  • Page 39: Safety Features

    Safety Precautions 31 Safety Features Back Up Alarm The back up alarm sounds when the transmission is put into reverse or when the tailgate opens. Tailgate Safety Props The tailgate safety props are used to support and keep the tailgate open during inspection or maintenance procedures.
  • Page 40 32 Safety Precautions Turn the pump ON. Danger! Prior to raising the tailgate, make sure that no one is standing behind the vehicle and that the body is empty. Using the T lever raise the tailgate about 3 feet (enough to swivel both safety props AILGATE towards the body).
  • Page 41 Safety Precautions 33 Lower the tailgate until both safety props lean against the body base using the T lever. AILGATE Figure 2-5 Props leaned against body base Putting the Tailgate Safety Props Back in Place (for units with tailgate clamps) To put the tailgate safety props back into their stored position: Start the engine.
  • Page 42 34 Safety Precautions Figure 2-7 Props in stored position Secure each prop using the provided latch. MPORTANT Using the T lever (see Figure 2-3), completely close the tailgate. AILGATE light indicator should turn off. TAILGATE OPEN Figure 2-8 light indicator AILGATE Put the tailgate clamps back in place (see Figure 2-2).
  • Page 43 Safety Precautions 35 Start the engine. Turn the pump ON. Danger! Prior to raising the tailgate, make sure that no one is standing behind the vehicle and that the body is empty. Using the tailgate unlatch button on the body left-side corner near the access door, unlock the tailgate.
  • Page 44: Camera System

    Camera System 2R-II™ units can be equipped with up to two (2) cameras. These cameras can be installed: on the upper part of the tailgate (standard feature) [see Figure 2-11, right], and on the left-hand side mirror (optional feature) [see Figure 2-11, left].
  • Page 45: Tailgate Open Proximity Switch Test

    Safety Precautions 37 Figure 2-11 Camera on the left-hand side mirror (left), and on the tailgate (right) Tailgate Open Proximity Switch Test The Tailgate Open Proximity Switch Test should be part of your daily inspection. Successful completion of this test ensures that your unit is safe to operate. If this test fails, do not operate your unit until the appropriate adjustment or service has been completed.
  • Page 46: Locking Out And Tagging Out The Vehicle

    To lock out and tag out a 2R-II™ unit: Park the vehicle on safe level ground, and apply the parking brake (see Figure 2-12).
  • Page 47 Turn off the engine, remove the key from the ignition, store it in a safe and controlled area (preferably on yourself), and tape over the ignition switch. Turn off and lock the master switch. The battery set of the 2R-II™ is equipped with a master switch (see Figure 2-13) that must be turned MPORTANT off.
  • Page 48: Shutting Down The Vehicle

    40 Safety Precautions Shutting Down the Vehicle If the vehicle has to be stored for an extended period of time, follow the chassis manufacturer’s shutdown and maintenance requirements. Also: Park the vehicle on a hard level surface, and apply the parking brake (see Figure 2-12). Make sure that all moving parts are in their “home”...
  • Page 49 Safety Precautions 41 : The hydraulic tank model may vary according to the options installed on the vehicle. Warning! Failure to fully open the main valve will cause immediate damage to the pump, even if the pump is turned off. Engage the hydraulic system by switching on the Pump switch on the cab dashboard or on the console (see Figure 2-16).
  • Page 50 42 Safety Precautions...
  • Page 51: Controls, Indicators And Processes

    In-Cab Controls While most of the controls of the 2R-II™ are located on the tailgate and on the body, a few are found inside the cab. The following are the in-cab controls:...
  • Page 52: Pump Switch

    44 Controls, Indicators and Processes Pump Switch This switch, which is also called PTO switch, engages and disengages the hydraulic pump that powers all body and tailgate functions. Turn on this switch to activate the hydraulic pump. Turn off this switch to deactivate the hydraulic pump. Figure 3-2 Pump switch : Even if the PTO switch is turned off, the pump may still be turning whatever the engine’s RPM.
  • Page 53: Auto -Neutral Switch (Optional)

    Switch (optional) IGHT This switch (see Figure 3-5) turns on/off the rear work light if installed on your 2R-II™. Pressing the toggle upward will turn the rear work light on. Pressing the toggle down will turn the rear work light off.
  • Page 54: Front Work Light Switch (Optional)

    RONT IGHT This switch (see Figure 3-6) turns on/off the front work light if installed on your 2R-II™. Toggle the switch up to turn on the front work light. Toggle the switch down to turn off the front work light.
  • Page 55: Flashing Light Switch (Optional)

    Controls, Indicators and Processes 47 Figure 3-7 switch OPPER IGHT Switch (optional) LASHING IGHT This switch (see Figure 3-8) activates and deactivates the flashing lights. Toggle the switch up to turn on the flashing lights. Toggle the switch down to turn off the flashing lights. Figure 3-8 switch LASHING...
  • Page 56: Indicators

    48 Controls, Indicators and Processes Figure 3-9 switch TROBE IGHT Indicators Light AILGATE This warning light, located either on the dashboard or on the console, will illuminate if the tailgate is ajar. Having the tailgate ajar will also sound the backup alarm and illuminate the backup lights. Figure 3-10 light AILGATE...
  • Page 57: Outside Controls

    Located on the lower front left side of the body, this button is depressed by the operator when operating either the ejection (pushout) lever or the tailgate lever. : Additional speed-up control buttons may be installed on the 2R-II™ with optional winches and container handling attachments. Figure 3-11...
  • Page 58: Tailgate Clamps

    50 Controls, Indicators and Processes The tailgate must be unlocked before attempting to raise it. To know how to unlock the tailgate, see MPORTANT Step 2 on Page 31 (if tailgate clamps are installed) or Steps 2, 3 and 4 on Page 35 (if the optional hydraulic locking mechanism is installed).
  • Page 59: Packer And Carrier Panel Levers

    Controls, Indicators and Processes 51 Figure 3-13 Driver signal buttons Packer and Carrier Panel Levers Packer Panel Lever The packer panel control lever is located on the right side of the tailgate (see Figure 3-14). It is used by the operator to move the packer panel into position either open or closed during the compaction cycle.
  • Page 60: Container Handling Control Levers (Optional)

    52 Controls, Indicators and Processes Compaction Cycle Both the packer panel lever and the carrier panel lever are shifted simultaneously inward to open the packer panel and lower the carrier panel to the “interrupted cycle” position. Both levers are shifted outward to sweep the load from the hopper and pack it against the pushout panel.
  • Page 61: Terms You Will Need To Know

    The latches and ears are installed to accommodate containers from one (1) to ten (10) cubic yard capacity. The standard container for use with the 2R-II™ rear loader must have an ANSI Standard 1 ¼” - 1 ¾” diameter trunnion bar, with a 77 ½” to 78” end-to- end distance.
  • Page 62: Container Handling Systems

    A drum winch or roof-mounted container lifting cylinder for containers with capacities of four (4) or more cubic yards. Drum winches are rated at various pounds of pull. The 2R-II™ drum winch and lifting cylinder are rated at 12,000 lbs.
  • Page 63: Hook

    Controls, Indicators and Processes 55 Hook 1. Throat Opening 2. Back 3. Heel 4. Hook Safety Latch 5. Tip 6. Base ____________________________ Container 1. Trunnion Bar 2. Hook Attachment 3. Lid ____________________________ Container Attachment 1. Loading Sill 2. Arm 3. Latch 4.
  • Page 64: Winch

    56 Controls, Indicators and Processes Winch 1. Control Levers 2. Engine Speed-Up Button 3. Winch Lifting Cable 4. Winch Assembly 5. Container Attachment 6. Stop Bar/Lid Guard ____________________________ Container Lifting Cylinder (CLC) 1. Control Levers 2. Engine Speed-Up Button 3. Cylinder Cable Roller Guide 4.
  • Page 65: Container Push Bar (Cpb)

    Controls, Indicators and Processes 57 Container Push Bar (CPB) 1. Control Levers R (CPB) 2. Push Bar 3. Lift Roller 4. Push Bar Cylinders 5. Stop Bar/Lid Guard 6. Container Attachment Other Terms You Will Need To Know...
  • Page 66: Container Handling Process

    58 Controls, Indicators and Processes Container Handling Process All Leach container handling systems have three (3) basic operation steps: Attaching The first step in container handling is to attach the container to the rear loader by securing it with the latch arms of the container attachment.
  • Page 67: Dumping

    The following describes how the unit performs those tasks in the most basic terms. For a more detailed description of the unit and its components, refer to the 2R-II™ Maintenance Manual. Before going further, take a look at the following illustrations. They will help you understand the fundamentals of the waste handling process and how they relate to one another.
  • Page 68: Packing

    60 Controls, Indicators and Processes CARRIER PANEL “Home” position PACKER PANEL Packing When the operator starts the packing cycle, the carrier and packer panels move rearward over the load. Carrier and packer panels move over load Next, the carrier and packer panels automatically stop at the “interrupted cycle” position. CARRIER PANEL “Interrupted cycle”...
  • Page 69: Unloading

    On units with the standard clamp pushout system, the operator must manually release the pushout panel clamping system to allow movement of the pushout panel. Once the body is full, the 2R-II™ can be moved to the dumpsite for unloading. CARRIER...
  • Page 70 62 Controls, Indicators and Processes Pushout panel moves TAILGATE rearward ejecting the PUSHOUT load PANEL REARWARD After unloading, on telescopic units, the tailgate is lowered and “latched” to the body. On clamp style units, the pushout cylinder is retracted and then the clamp is set by extending the cylinder a couple of inches.
  • Page 71: Operating The 2R-Ii

    Operating the 2R- II™ The different methods, procedures and necessary actions to operate the 2R-II™ are presented in this section. Warning! Always read and understand the Operator’s Manual before operating the unit. Before operating the 2R-II™, the operator must be...
  • Page 72 • Pushout lever (see Figure 3-11) • Tailgate lever (see Figure 3-11) Caution! Never operate the 2R-II™ with any part of the control system or levers removed or serious damage will result. Warning! Never under any circumstances enter the body if the truck is running. Open the packer panel and release the pushout panel clamp before entering the body.
  • Page 73 Operating the 2R-II™ 65 Danger! Never place hands in or near the packer panel during operation. Caution! Never hold the packer or the carrier panel lever in position by hand. Always engage and let go immediately. The only exception is at the end of a load.
  • Page 74: Walk-Around Inspection Checklist

    66 Operating the 2R-II™ On units with a hydraulic locking mechanism, unlock the tailgate first before attempting to open the tailgate. Use the locking/unlocking controls (see Figure 2-9) on the forward left side of the body to lock/unlock the tailgate.
  • Page 75: Inspection Sheet

    Operating the 2R-II™ 67 Inspection Sheet The following is an example of an inspection sheet. The operator MUST follow the inspection sheet provided by his employer. If the employer does not have an inspection sheet, ask for their permission before using this example sheet.
  • Page 76: Operating Instructions

    68 Operating the 2R-II™ Operating Instructions Starting Up 1. Inspect and start the truck as described in the pre-operational “walk-around” inspection. 2. Engage the Pump/PTO switch (to start the hydraulic pump) [see Pump Switch on page 44]. 3. Place the Engine Speed-Up switch in the ON position (see Engine Speed-Up Switch on page 44).
  • Page 77: Loading The Hopper

    Operating the 2R-II™ 69 : On units with a telescopic pushout cylinder, the pushout panel is now in position for loading. Release the speed-up button and pull the pushout lever forward until the pushout cylinder is fully retracted. Repeat steps 2, 3 and 4 until the pushout panel is as far back as it will go and then pull forward on the pushout lever to fully retract the pushout cylinder.
  • Page 78 70 Operating the 2R-II™ The vehicle should be backed with the latch arms open until the container trunnion bar (see Container on page 55) is between the guide ears (see Container Attachment on page 55) and within the latch assembly. Center the container on the attachment.
  • Page 79: Using A Winch Or A Container Lifting Cylinder

    Operating the 2R-II™ 71 : If the container is equipped with wheels, it should be rolled into position only after the vehicle parking brake has been set. : Even small containers must be secured to the tailgate with the latch arms.
  • Page 80 72 Operating the 2R-II™ For safety reasons, make sure the hook is positioned properly as slack is removed from the chain/ MPORTANT cable before lifting. Slack should be removed from the cable, without the use of the engine speed-up button, by moving the winch control lever in the direction shown on the instruction decal to raise the container.
  • Page 81: Using A Container Push Bar (Cpb)

    Operating the 2R-II™ 73 After the packer panel has passed the loading sill, the container may be raised to again fill the hopper. Repeat this process until the container is empty. derations. LOWER TO GROUND Using a Container Push Bar (CPB) Once the container is secured within the latch assembly the container is ready to be dumped.
  • Page 82 74 Operating the 2R-II™ CARRIER PANEL LEVER PACKER PANEL LEVER To pack the load: Cycle the packer panel and the carrier panel by moving both the packer panel lever and the carrier panel lever inward, toward the tailgate, then let go.
  • Page 83: Pushout Panel Operation During Packing

    Operating the 2R-II™ 75 Pushout Panel Operation during Packing The 2R-II™ telescopic pushout cylinder will normally move toward the front of the body automatically. When the resistance circuit is adjusted to produce maximum load density, it may become necessary to manually retract the telescopic pushout cylinder in order to allow the compacted refuse to move forward in the body.
  • Page 84: Unloading At Dumpsite

    76 Operating the 2R-II™ Once the container is empty, it should be lowered to the ground, the latch arms released and the cable discon- nected. DISCONNECTED Unloading at Dumpsite Caution! Do not unload uphill or against a pile of refuse.
  • Page 85: Lifting The Tailgate

    Operating the 2R-II™ 77 Lifting the Tailgate Danger! Stand clear when the tailgate is raised! If you need to clean debris from the edges, use a pole while standing to the side. To lift the tailgate: Depress and hold the engine speed-up button.
  • Page 86 78 Operating the 2R-II™ Slowly pull the unit ahead to clear the refuse pile when the tailgate is lowered. Clear debris from the edges with a pole while standing clear off to one side. Warning! Never drive the unit more than 10 feet with the tailgate raised.
  • Page 87: Lowering The Tailgate

    Operating the 2R-II™ 79 Lowering the Tailgate To lower the tailgate: Pull forward on the tailgate lifting lever slowly and in small increments lower the tailgate a little at a time. AVOID SLAMMING SHUT the tailgate. Place the tailgate clamps in the closed position and tighten securely.
  • Page 88 80 Operating the 2R-II™...
  • Page 89 Operating the 2R-II™ 81...
  • Page 90 Our office in the U.S. Our office in Canada 1981 W. Snell Road 175 Route du Pont Oshkosh, WI 54904 St-Nicolas, QC G7A 2T3 Toll Free: 1-800-231-2771 Toll Free: 1-877-831-8250 Telephone: 1-920-233-2770 Telephone: 1-418-831-8250 General Fax: 1-920-232-2496 Service Fax: 1-418-831-1673 Sales Fax: 1-920-232-2498 Parts Fax: 1-418-831-7561 Mailing Address...

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