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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.
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 .........................................
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...
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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.
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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...
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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.
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:...
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,...
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.
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.
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.
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...
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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”...
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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.
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.
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.
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...
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20 Safety Precautions 97832 84447 - Spanish Optional 159805 159807 - Spanish Optional 159759 - French 159806 - French 159852 58704 - French Optional...
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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.
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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...
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...
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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.
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.
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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).
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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.
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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).
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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.
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].
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.
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).
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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.
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”...
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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).
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:...
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.
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.
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.
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...
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...
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...
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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”...
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...
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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.
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...
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• 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.
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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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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