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  • Page 1 Maintenance Manual Expert 2000...

  • Page 3: Maintenance Manual

    MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1/4/2008 Part # : 55379-04...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Introducing the Expert(t) 2000 ........... 2 Expert(t) 2000 for Manual and Automated Collection ....2 Service and Maintenance on the Expert(t) 2000 ....3 Contacting Labrie Environmental Group ......4 LabriePlus ...................4 Plant information .................4 Chapter 1 Safety Safety Conventions .............. 5 Responsibilities of the Employer ..........5...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Chapter 2 Maintenance Prior to start up ..............18 Shutdown procedure ............20 Air Tank Draining Procedure ............ 20 General Cleanliness ............22 Cleaning the Hopper Area ............22 On units equipped with an Helping Hand ........22 On manual-collection units and on units equipped with a cart tipper or a Cool Hand ................
  • Page 7 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Body/Chassis Hinges Inspection ..........69 Body Raised Limit Switch ............69 Tailgate Limit Switch Adjustment ..........69 Tailgate Fully Open Proximity Switch ........71 Glass Compartment Limit Switch ..........71 Hydraulic System Maintenance ......... 72 Hydraulic Cylinder Inspection Procedures ........72 Packer Cylinders Internal Leak Detection ........73 Main Hydraulic Valve ..............74 Cycle Time for All Hydraulic Functions ........76 Hydraulic Tank Inspection Procedure ........76...
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Chapter 3 Lubrication Recommended lubricants ...........97 Grease ..................97 Hopper Lubrication .............97 Glass Compartment Lubrication ........97 Engine Oil ................98 Hydraulic Oil ................98 Minimum Requirements for Hydraulic Oil ......... 98 Hydraulic Oil Test ..............99 Crusher Panel Lubrication ..........102 Lubrication Charts .............104 Crusher Panel and Floating Panel ........107 Body-Chassis Hinges ............108...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual NTRODUCTION BOUT THIS ANUAL The current manual is designed to help qualified maintenance personnel through repairing, servicing and maintaining the Expert(t) 2000 What You Will Find in this Manual This manual outlines maintenance procedures of the body and packer components. Elements that are not covered in this Manual •...

  • Page 10: Introducing The Expert(T) 2000 Tm

    • In such a case, Labrie Environmental Group must be informed of every and all units equipped with a lifting arm operated by more than one worker.

  • Page 11: Service And Maintenance On The Expert(T) 2000 Tm

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual ERVICE AND AINTENANCE ) 2000 ON THE XPERT Maintenance on the Expert(t) 2000 is of utmost importance to ensure a longer durability of all its parts and optimal performance in the field. Maintenance has to be done on almost every system involved in the operation of the Expert(t) 2000 such as the hydraulic, electrical, and...

  • Page 12: Contacting Labrie Environmental Group

    Introduction Plant information ONTACTING ABRIE NVIRONMENTAL ROUP Address 175 du Pont St-Nicolas (Quebec) CANADA G7A 2T3 LabriePlus Phone: 1-877-831-8250 (418) 831-8250 Address 3630 Stearns Drive Oshkosh, WI 54904 Fax: Sales Dept.: (418) 831-5255 Toll free: 1-800-231-2771 Service & Warranty: Telephone: 1-800-231-2771 (418) 831-1673 Parts, Service and Warranty Parts:...

  • Page 13: Safety

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual AFETY Being a heavy duty vehicle, the Expert(t) 2000 conventions, are presented in this section of the implies a number of safety issues. Such issues, Maintenance Manual. along with all necessary safety instructions and AFETY ONVENTIONS •...

  • Page 14: Responsibilities Of The Employee

    HAPTER Safety vehicle, whether it takes place on the road or controls and be prepared to stop everything in the garage. upon the existence of possible danger. WARNING WARNING RIOR TO PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE RIOR TO PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE VEHICLE SAFETY VEHICLE SAFETY...

  • Page 15: Lockout/Tagout Procedure

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual OCKOUT AGOUT ROCEDURE The Lockout/Tagout Procedure procedure must To lock out and tag out the Expert(t) 2000 be applied to render the vehicle out of service Apply the parking brake. See Figure 2. and thus ensure its safety and that of those who “Parking brake knob”.
  • Page 16 HAPTER Safety Release any residual pressure from the hydraulic and pneumatic system. Refer to “Air Tank Draining Procedure” on page 20 for details. Move all control levers to release any residual pressure from the system. Chock wheels on both sides to prevent the vehicle from moving.

  • Page 17: Protection Against Fire

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual ROTECTION GAINST It is mandatory to have an ABC-type fire garage, there shall be a fire extinguisher very extinguisher easily accessible from both, outside close nearby. and inside the cab. The employer must inform and train all personnel about the measures to be taken in case of a truck CAUTION and/or a loaded body catching on fire.

  • Page 18: Body Safety Prop

    HAPTER Safety Body Safety Prop The body safety prop is used to support and keep Body safety prop the empty body raised during inspection or when maintenance is carried out on the vehicle. It is mandatory to set the safety prop each time the empty body is raised for such purpose.

  • Page 19: Setting The Tailgate Safety Prop

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Setting the Tailgate Safety Prop DANGER To set the tailgate safety prop, apply the following procedure: LWAYS USE THE TAILGATE SAFETY PROP Make sure there is no garbage inside the WHEN WORKING UNDER RAISED body. TAILGATE HE SAFETY PROP MUST BE INSTALLED EVEN IF THE TAILGATE IS IN THE Remove the tailgate-locking mechanism...

  • Page 20: Putting The Tailgate Safety Prop Back In Place

    HAPTER Safety Putting the Tailgate Safety Prop Back in Place To put the tailgate safety prop in its home position, apply the following procedure: Start the engine. Turn the pump switch and raise the tailgate about 3 feet high. Raise the tailgate safety prop (see Figure 9.
  • Page 21 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Figure 10. Putting the tailgate safety prop back in its home position Completely close the tailgate by using the tailgate control lever in the cab console. light indicator shall turn AILGATE OPEN off. Put the safety pins back in place.

  • Page 22: Other General Safety Precautions

    MUST ALSO Note:The previous point applies only to cabs READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATOR modified by Labrie Environmental MANUAL PROVIDED WITH THIS VEHICLE Group. For cabs that have not been modified by Labrie Environmental Group, please refer to the cab manufacturer recommendations.
  • Page 23 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual DANGER ATCH AND BE ABSOLUTELY SURE THAT THE AREA IS CLEAR AT THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WHEN OPENING AND OR CLOSING THE TAILGATE OR WHEN RAISING AND LOWERING THE BODY DANGER ENTER HOPPER COMPARTMENT REPAIR ANYTHING BEHIND THE PACKER WHEN IT IS WORKING OR WHEN THE HYDRAULIC PUMP STILL...
  • Page 24 HAPTER Safety...
  • Page 25 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual AINTENANCE In spite of our efforts to build a vehicle that is as safe as possible, the operator safety certainly depends on the precautionary measures taken while operating or servicing the vehicle. Note:If in doubt, ask your supervisor or contact LabriePlus for any technical support you may require.

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    HAPTER Maintenance RIOR TO START UP Before starting the vehicle, ensure that no The main valve on the hydraulic tank must be system will engage and start to operate as you open (see Figure 12. “Main hydraulic tank are starting the engine. All electrical components (pressurized model)”...
  • Page 27 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual WARNING AKE SURE THE BALL VALVE ON THE HYDRAULIC TANK IS FULLY OPEN BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE “M IGURE HYDRAULIC TANK )”, “M PRESSURIZED MODEL IGURE (“ ” )” HYDRAULIC TANK SADDLE MODEL IGURE 14. “S ”).

  • Page 28: Shutdown Procedure

    If the vehicle has to be stored for an extended Air Tank Draining Procedure period; follow the chassis manufacturer shutdown requirements as well as the Labrie strongly recommends draining the maintenance requirements and perform the Expert(t) 2000 air tanks and water trap (refer to following procedure.
  • Page 29 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Figure 16. Air tank with steel cable on drain valve • When the air tanks are not easily reachable, extension hoses join them to ball valves in order to perform draining remotely (optional). Figure 17. Ball valves with extension hoses •...

  • Page 30: General Cleanliness

    SHIRT • Keep the contact surface clean between the FULL LENGTH PANTS AND SAFETY GLASSES WHEN body and chassis. Labrie Environmental CLEANING THE HOPPER AND BODY Group recommends to clean the chassis after every unloading. • Make sure that the side step and/or the...
  • Page 31 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Disable the speed-up system on the Using the joystick, fully extend the Helping console (see Figure 19. “Main console from Hand right-hand side driving position”) by pulling Push the green button to fully TART YCLE out the switch.

  • Page 32: On Manual-Collection Units And On Units Equipped With A Cart Tipper Or A Cool Hand Tm

    HAPTER Maintenance CAUTION HEN PARKING THE TRUCK OVERNIGHT THAT IS ), L ONCE THE HOPPER HAS BEEN CLEANED ABRIE NVIRONMENTAL ROUP RECOMMENDS LEAVING ’ THE TRUCK S CLEAN TRAP DOORS SLIGHLTY OPEN IF FROST IS FORECASTED IN YOUR AREA PROCEDURE SHOULD PREVENT RAIN...
  • Page 33 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Disable the speed-up system on the Note:Keep the clean-out traps open during console (see Figure 19. “Main console from the cleaning. right-hand side driving position”) by pulling out the switch. PEED NHIBITOR Extend the Cool Hand automated arm (if equipped) outside the hopper.
  • Page 34 HAPTER Maintenance Side Rail Handle Safety pin Cylinder Bracket Clean-out trap Figure 30. Cylinder bracket and side rail Pull small pieces of garbage towards the clean-out traps (see Figure 31. “Clean-out Figure 27. Safety pin on the floating panel trap”). Clean-out trap Hole used to hold the panel in closed position...
  • Page 35 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual After cleaning and inspecting, pull on the Fully retract the packer. safety pin to remove it from the hole. Retract the Cool Hand (if equipped) in the hopper. DANGER LWAYS USE THE HANDLE TO HOLD THE FLOATING PANEL OLDING THE FLOATING PANEL BY ITS EDGE WILL CAUSE SEVERE INJURIES TO HANDS AND...

  • Page 36: Packer Maintenance

    Because of the intensive use stations. of the packer (1000 to 3000 cycles per day), Disable the speed-up system on the Labrie recommends both: console (see Figure 19. “Main console from • a mandatory visual inspection of the packer right-hand side driving position”) by pulling...

  • Page 37: Changing Packer Multi-Cycle Settings

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Visually inspect both hopper side rails and bottoming out under pressure. A knocking packer rollers (see Figure 33. “Packer noise will indicate that both limit switches roller”) for premature wear. require adjustment. Refer to “Adjusting the Limit Switches”...
  • Page 38 HAPTER Maintenance Note:The module has been set at the factory to three cycles. Once you have entered the desired number of cycles, the LED flashes red/ green the same number of times to confirm that the new settings have been stored. On the control station or the right-hand side console, press the green button...

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Limit Switches

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Adjusting the Limit Switches Optional proximity switches can also be installed on the vehicle but the adjustment procedure The packer limit switches were properly adjusted remains the same. at the factory for optimal operation of the packer. To adjust the packer limit switches, apply the If a daily cleaning is not properly done behind the following procedure:...

  • Page 40: Sliding Shoes And Wear Pads

    HAPTER Maintenance DANGER Levers EVER CLIMB IN THE HOPPER WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING Locate the limit switch (see Figure 39. Cylinder “Packer cylinder limit switches”). Finger Adjust the limit-switch-finger (Figure 40. “Packer cylinder finger”) so the cylinder Figure 40. Packer cylinder finger lever can trigger the switch when the packer cylinder reaches this position.

  • Page 41: Replacing Sliding Shoes And Wear Plates

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Speed-Up Inhibitor Switch Sliding Shoes Figure 44. Main console from right-hand side driving position Figure 43. Packer sliding shoes Then using the selector switch on the Two different types of steel are used on packer console, select the right-hand side packer guiding system: control station (Figure 45.
  • Page 42 HAPTER Maintenance Cut the weld tracks (Figure 47. “Sliding shoes (front of the packer)”) of the sliding Tack weld the wear plate on the floor shoes located in front of the packer. guide Cut the weld tracks Tack weld the sliding shoes to the floor Figure 49.
  • Page 43 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Insert the sliding shoes on each side of both rails. The largest end of the sliding shoe must face the front of the hopper. Largest end of sliding shoes Rail Insert the wear plate here (one on each side of the packer) Figure 51.
  • Page 44 HAPTER Maintenance Smallest end of a sliding shoes TOP VIEW Figure 58. Use of pry bars to place the Figure 56. Use pry bars to place the sliding smallest ends of the sliding shoes correctly shoe correctly Tack weld the sliding shoe (on top, in the middle).
  • Page 45 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Weld two shims in front of both wear plates to avoid the wear plates from coming out in case of failure. Shim Weld shim here too Figure 61. Weld shims in front of wear plates Test the packer for proper operation.

  • Page 46: To Replace Wear Pads Located Between Packer And Side Rails

    HAPTER Maintenance To Replace Wear Pads Located Between Packer and Side Rails There are wear pads (steel and teflon) located between the packer and side rails. When these wear pads are too worn, replacement is necessary. To replace the steel wear pads: Extend the packer until it has reached the middle of the hopper.

  • Page 47: Replacing Packer Teflon Wear Pads

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Wear pad C. Slide the rail toward the body and remove it from the hopper. Leave the flat bar in place Once the new wear pads are installed, put grease on the surface that is in contact with the side rails.

  • Page 48: Replacing Side Rails Wear Pads

    HAPTER Maintenance Remove the lower part of side rail. Shims Insert the new teflons and/or shims. The rounded part of the teflon must be turned toward the exterior of the hopper. CAUTION O NOT GREASE THE SIDE RAILS BRASIVE MATERIAL STICKS TO THE GREASE AND CAN CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR OF THE ROLLERS AND OR THE SIDE RAILS...

  • Page 49: Replacing A Roller

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Close the floating panel (if equipped). Replacing a roller If the roller itself has to be replaced because of wear, perform the following procedure: Once the roller has been removed from the follower panel, remove the external snap ring.

  • Page 50: How To Separate The Follower Panels From The Packer

    HAPTER Maintenance How to Separate the Follower located in the center, go between the cab and the hopper. Panels from the Packer In order to remove the packer, you’ll have to separate the follower panels from the packer. Note:This procedure applies only if it is not necessary to remove the follower panels for maintenance purposes.
  • Page 51 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Visually inspect the rods to make sure that the surface is not damaged in any way. To inspect the packer cylinders of a unit NOT equipped with a Helping Hand Fully extend the packer. Perform the lockout/tagout procedure (refer to the Operator Manual).

  • Page 52: Packer Cylinder Replacement

    HAPTER Maintenance Packer Cylinder Replacement To replace the packer cylinders on Helping Hand equipped units, perform the following procedure: Unbolt the follower panels. Refer to “How to Separate the Follower Panels from the Packer” on page 42. Deflector panel Remove the anti-spill guards located on each side of the hopper.
  • Page 53 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Transversal beam Unscrew the bolts (2) at the front of the packer Unscrew both grease fittings by using a 11/16-inch wrench. Transversal beam Grease fittings Extend the packer until it has reached the middle of the hopper. Loosen the grease fitting hose clamps located under the packer in order to move the hoses and gain access.
  • Page 54 HAPTER Maintenance Grease fitting hose clamps 5/8-18 NF fine-threaded bolts Tighten until the cylinder pin is removed. The grease fitting hose clamps are located under the packer That way, you will be able to pull the hoses Exit the hopper and activate the hydraulic and gain access pump.
  • Page 55 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Clearly identify the hoses and fittings CAUTION Repeat steps 13 to 15 for the left-hand side cylinder. Using a 9/16-inch wrench, remove the AKE SURE TO PLACE A BUCKET UNDER THE packer limit switches target bracket, which HYDRAULIC HOSES BEFORE REMOVING THEM IN is mounted on the right-hand side cylinder.
  • Page 56 HAPTER Maintenance Place blocks under both Retainer for packer cylinders to keep them from limit switches target falling in the hopper. Close the cleaning trap doors to have a better access. Remove the cab-end pin of the right-hand side cylinder by using two ½-13 NC bolts. Screw these bolts in until the cylinder pin comes out.
  • Page 57 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual If the truck is not equipped with a Helping Hand Separate the follower panels from the packer (refer to “How to Separate the Follower Panels from the Packer” on Right-hand side page 42). cylinder pin Extend the packer at mid-stroke. Remove guards located on each side of the hopper.
  • Page 58 HAPTER Maintenance Perform the steps 6 to 24 of the previous procedure. Refer to “To replace the packer cylinders on Helping HandTM equipped units, perform the following procedure:” on page 44.

  • Page 59: How To Remove The Packer

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual How to Remove the Packer To remove the packer on a Helping Hand equipped unit: Perform steps 1 to 12 of the packer cylinder removal procedure on a Helping Hand equipped unit (refer to “To replace the packer cylinders on Helping HandTM equipped units, perform the following procedure:”...
  • Page 60 HAPTER Maintenance Nut located outside the hopper Bolts to be removed (two on each side) D. Remove the upper part of the left-hand Remove the midway flashing lights located side rail. on each side of the truck to access the last bolts.
  • Page 61 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Wear pad Teflon and shims Fully extend the Helping Hand Attach the packer with an appropriate lifting device and raise it. WARNING SE AN APPROPRIATE LIFTING DEVICE TO REMOVE THE PACKER FROM THE HOPPER AILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS DAMAGES INJURIES OR EVEN DEATH...
  • Page 62 HAPTER Maintenance To remove the packer of a unit without Helping Hand Block (one on Perform steps 1 to 5 of the packer cylinder each side) removal procedure for a non Helping Hand equipped unit (refer to “If the truck is not equipped with a Helping HandTM:”...
  • Page 63 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Wear pad Teflon and shims Securely attach the packer to an appropriate lifting device and raise the packer. WARNING SE AN APPROPRIATE LIFTING DEVICE TO LIFT THE PACKER F YOU DO NOT DO DO THIS OPERATION WITH THE UTMOST CARE SERIOUS DAMAGES INJURIES OR EVEN DEATH MAY RESULT...

  • Page 64: How To Reinstall The Packer

    HAPTER Maintenance How to Reinstall the Packer Once the floor guides and all the wear pads are replaced, reinstall the packer. To reinstall the packer: Using an appropriate lifting device, place the packer back in the hopper. Reinstall teflons and shims on each side of the packer.
  • Page 65 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Reinstall both side panels without tightening the bolts. Upper part of the side rail Side panel Center pin hole Reinstall plastic deflectors on each side of the hopper and place the corresponding metallic parts just behind them. Put the If the truck is equipped with a Helping center pins (one on each side) back in Hand...

  • Page 66: Packer Cylinders Reinstallation

    HAPTER Maintenance Right-hand side cylinder pin Reinstall the limit switch target bracket Perform steps 5 to 14 of the Packer without tightening it. The limit switches and Cylinders Reinstallation procedure (refer to the target will have be readjusted after the “Packer Cylinders Reinstallation”...
  • Page 67 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual WARNING IL WILL COME OUT OF THE CYLINDER HOSES WHEN YOU PULL THE CYLINDER AKE SURE THERE IS ENOUGH CLEARANCE AROUND THE CLEANING TRAP DOORS WHEN PERFORMING THIS STEP Align the packer cylinder with the pin hole. Leave enough space for the Insert the pin halfway.
  • Page 68 HAPTER Maintenance Cylinder Tighten both grease fitting hoses and Fully retract the packer. reinstall their clamps (2) under the packer. Reinstall the hopper divider on the packer (co-mingle units only). Properly adjust packer limit switches’ target. Reinstall the transversal beam and the teflon scraper.

  • Page 69: Packer Scraper Adjustment

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Packer Scraper Adjustment When there’s a ¼-inch gap between the tunnel and the scraper, adjustment or replacement of the scraper is necessary. Bottom of scraper flush with bottom of packer Scraper Figure 64. The bottom of the scraper must be flush with the bottom of the packer Tunnel Note:If the scraper is not flush with the...

  • Page 70: Floor Guide Replacement Procedure

    HAPTER Maintenance Floor Guide Replacement Procedure After years of hard work, the floor guides inside the hopper may require replacement. The following step-by-step procedure will help removing and replacing the floor guides inside the hopper. To replace the floor guide, apply the following procedure: Make sure the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is tagged out for maintenance...
  • Page 71 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Extend the automated arm (if equipped) a few feet away from the body. Weld Here on Both Sides Remove the packer from the hopper (refer of the Floor Guide to “Packer Cylinder Inspection Procedure” on page 42). Retract the hydraulic cylinders and move them out of the way.

  • Page 72: Teflon Scraper Replacement

    HAPTER Maintenance Teflon Scraper Replacement To replace the scraper located under the floating panel, apply the following procedure Weld Here on (for trucks not equipped with a Helping Both Sides of the Floor Guide Hand Start the engine and engage the hydraulic system.
  • Page 73 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual DANGER EVER CLIMB IN THE HOPPER WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING Disengage the hydraulic pump and stop Pin that retains the the engine. side panel Pull on the floating panel locking pin. Figure 76. Locking pin that retains the other end of side panel Floating panel locking pin...
  • Page 74 HAPTER Maintenance Remove the four bolts (two on each side) To replace this scraper on a truck equipped that retain the beam located under the with a Helping Hand , apply the following floating panel. procedure: Remove the beam and then the scraper. Note:When the truck is equipped with a Helping Hand , there’s no floating...
  • Page 75 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Remove the four bolts (two on each side) that retain the beam located under the protective cover. Remove the beam by sliding it out. Remove the scraper. Note:The scraper is not bolted on the beam. Replace the rubber located inside the beam (under the scraper).

  • Page 76: Tailgate And Body Hinges Maintenance

    HAPTER Maintenance AILGATE AND INGES AINTENANCE Tailgate Locking Mechanism (Single Tailgate) Retaining Bolt Tailgate Pin It is important to lubricate the tailgate hinges and the locking mechanism with multipurpose grease as per the lubricating schedule (refer to “Recommended lubricants” on page 97). CAUTION Tailgate Hinge...

  • Page 77: Tailgate Seal And Hinges Inspection

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Tailgate Seal and Hinges Body Raised Limit Switch Inspection A limit switch located on the truck chassis (Figure 89. “Body raised limit switch”) activates the Tailgate hinge pins must not have any sign of backup alarm and a warning buzzer sounds as wear or metal fatigue.
  • Page 78 HAPTER Maintenance Proximity Limit Switch Switch Metal Target Trigger 3/16” 3/16” Lever Figure 91. Proximity switch side-view Figure 90. Left-hand side tailgate cylinder To adjust the limit switch located next to hydraulic cylinder (tailgate unlocked), apply the following procedure: Start the engine and engage the hydraulic system.

  • Page 79: Tailgate Fully Open Proximity Switch

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Tailgate Fully Open Proximity Switch An optional proximity switch is also available to warn the operator that the tailgate is fully open. When installed, this proximity switch is located Limit switch next to the left-hand side tailgate hinge. When location the tailgate reaches its fully open position, the optional fully open switch will trigger a red light on...

  • Page 80: Hydraulic System Maintenance

    HAPTER Maintenance YDRAULIC YSTEM AINTENANCE In order to keep the hydraulic system efficient Hydraulic Cylinder Inspection and reliable, the following care must be Procedures taken: To maintain proper working order and extend • For new vehicles, change the return filter cylinder life, it is essential to inspect the hydraulic element after 50 hours of use, and twice a cylinders at least once a month.

  • Page 81: Packer Cylinders Internal Leak Detection

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Packer Cylinders Internal Leak To detect an internal leak on a packer cylinder: Detection Apply all safety measures to ensure safety around the vehicle at all times. An internal leak is caused by a damaged seal inside the hydraulic cylinder.

  • Page 82: Main Hydraulic Valve

    HAPTER Maintenance Main Hydraulic Valve The Expert(t) 2000 side-loading unit is equipped with a directional control valve which is assembled as follows from top to bottom (see Figure 97. “Main hydraulic valve” and Valve Section Description Table on next page). For further details, refer to the hydraulic diagrams provided with the truck and the Parts Catalog.
  • Page 83 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Standard Valve Section Description UMBER OF ALVE ECTION ALVE PERATION OSITIONS RUSHER WAYS ANUALLY OPERATED PANEL POSITIONS PERATED WITH AN AIR ACTUATOR AILGATE WAYS POSITIONS ELECTRICALLY CONTROLED OPTIONAL PERATED WITH AN AIR ACTUATOR ACKER WAYS POSITIONS ELECTRICALLY CONTROLED OPTIONAL PERATED WITH AN AIR ACTUATOR...

  • Page 84: Cycle Time For All Hydraulic Functions

    HAPTER Maintenance Cycle Time for All Hydraulic CAUTION Functions AXIMUM TEMPERATURE FOR HYDRAULIC OIL IS Engine at 1200RPM (vane pump) 180°F. ANE PUMP YCLE RUSHER PANEL Oil Gauge Temperature 40-50 AILGATE ¾ of Oil Level Gauge 12-14 ACKER Figure 99. Hydraulic Tank Gauge 55-65 ODY HOIST Make sure the parking brake is applied and...

  • Page 85: Hydraulic Oil Replacement Procedure

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Disengage the pump. Suction Line Ball Valve Stop the engine. Strainer Filler/ Clean around the filler cap and remove it. Breather Cap Baffle CAUTION OME HYDRAULIC TANKS ARE PRESSURIZED 5 PSI). U NSCREW THE FILLER CAP SLOWLY Filter Use a clean container with a minimum Element...

  • Page 86: Filter Element Replacement Procedure

    HAPTER Maintenance Filter Element Replacement Return filter Filler/Breather Procedure To protect the components of the hydraulic system, the return filter element must be changed after the first 50 hours of operation of the vehicle. Then, change the element twice a Filter restriction indicator year.

  • Page 87: Strainer Cleaning Procedure

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual DANGER DANGER PPLY THE LOCKOUT TAGOUT PROCEDURE AT ALL PPLY THE LOCKOUT TAGOUT PROCEDURE AT ALL TIMES WHEN MAINTENANCE OR INSPECTION IS TIMES WHEN MAINTENANCE OR INSPECTION IS CARRIED OUT ON THE VEHICLE CARRIED OUT ON THE VEHICLE Prepare a pan or a bucket to recuperate oil Extend all cylinders (packer, crusher panel, that will spill out of the filter housing...
  • Page 88 HAPTER Maintenance Suction Hose Ball Valve Hose Clamps Figure 107. Suction hose Figure 110. Curved strainer/ball valve Hydraulic Tank assembly Suction Hose Disconnect the bulkhead of the return hose to allow the ball valve assembly to turn freely when the strainer is loosened (see Figure 111.

  • Page 89: Pressurizing The Tank System

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual hydraulic tank. A gauge and a pressure regulator are installed to adjust the pressure inside the tank. This gauge is located inside the frame rail on the curb side of the chassis. This gauge can be accessed only when body is raised. To adjust the pressure regulator, turn its knob until the pressure reaches 3 to 3.5 PSI.
  • Page 90 HAPTER Maintenance WARNING HE AIR PRESSURE INSIDE THE TANK SHALL NOT 5 PSI. EXCEED DANGER NSTALL BODY SAFETY PROP BEFORE PERFORMING ANY WORK UNDER THE BODY...

  • Page 91: Hydraulic Vane Pump Systems (Single Pump)

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual YDRAULIC YSTEMS SINGLE PUMP The Expert(t) 2000 side loader is offered with a configuration, there is no coil on the dump valve. vane-type hydraulic pump. This high-efficiency The dump valve will regulatte the hydraulic flow pump can be used at lower RPMs than gear to 45 gallons per minute.

  • Page 92: Main Relief Valve Pressure Adjustment (Vane Pump Systems)

    HAPTER Maintenance Main Relief Valve Pressure Hoist Adjustment (Vane Pump Down:To tank Systems) Up:Work port relief at 1700 PSI at idle speed It is recommended to check the pressure setting Note:The work port relief cartridges are fixed once every month in order to prevent damage to and do not need adjustment.
  • Page 93 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual To adjust the main relief valve pressure, apply the following procedure: DANGER HYJ00910 PPLY THE LOCKOUT TAGOUT PROCEDURE AT ALL TIMES WHEN MAINTENANCE OR INSPECTION IS CARRIED OUT ON THE VEHICLE Start the engine. Engage the hydraulic system. HYF10195 Using the selector switch on the console, select the right-hand side packer control...
  • Page 94 HAPTER Maintenance Pressure Adjustment Table Main Relief Pump Chassis Pressure (±50 PSI) 3000 PSI@ 1200 RPM 2000 PSI@ 1200 RPM...

  • Page 95: Priming A New Pump

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual RIMING A To prevent cavitation or air in the hydraulic system after installing a new pump or even when flushing the hydraulic system, make sure to prime the pump before starting the engine. Apply the following procedure for any new installed pump: Make sure the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is tagged out for maintenance...

  • Page 96: Body Hoist Replacement Procedure

    HAPTER Maintenance OIST EPLACEMENT ROCEDURE To replace the body hoist, apply the following procedure: Hydraulic Fitting Remove the locknut located on top of the cylinder cover (Figure 124. “Top of the body hoist”). Locknut Hydraulic hose Figure 125. Hydraulic fitting Remove the cylinder base pillow blocks (Figure 126.

  • Page 97: Speed-Up System Maintenance

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Lubricate the cover and the base Speed-up System Maintenance pillowblocks (Figure 126. “Base pillow blocks” & Figure 127. “Cover pillow The speed-up system is provided with electronic blocks”). engines. There are no mechanical components that require maintenance, since electronic signals from the engine are switched by one (1) or more relays (depending on the engine used), located and identified inside the console.

  • Page 98: Air System Maintenance

    HAPTER Maintenance YSTEM AINTENANCE Air system is crucial for the brakes and body to operate with maximum efficiency. All air tanks on the chassis must be drained after each working day. Note:The air tank model may vary Drain Valve Air actuators Figure 130.
  • Page 99 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual DANGER PPLY THE LOCKOUT TAGOUT PROCEDURE AT ALL TIMES WHEN MAINTENANCE OR INSPECTION IS CARRIED OUT ON THE VEHICLE Make sure the parking brake is applied and Water Trap Bleed the vehicle is tagged out for maintenance purposes (refer to “Lockout/Tagout Procedure”...

  • Page 100: Surface Finishing And Painting

    HAPTER Maintenance URFACE INISHING AND AINTING Type of surface finishing recommended: Painting Procedure URFACE ANDBLASTING REPARATION NTICORROSIVE RIMARY EPOXY PRIMER COATS INDUSTRIAL TYPE INISHING PAINT EQUIVALENT Preventive Maintenance Chart Component/ Daily Weekly Monthly Each year Page System Hydraulic Check oil page 76 system level in tank...
  • Page 101 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Preventive Maintenance Chart Component/ Daily Weekly Monthly Each year Page System Hydraulic Check page 72 system cylinders, (continued) pump, control valve and system for leaks. Repair or replace if required. Replace page 78 hydraulic filter (twice a year) Drain, flush, page 79 clean and refill...
  • Page 102 HAPTER Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Chart Component/ Daily Weekly Monthly Each year Page System Body and Perform a page 22 chassis visual inspection of the rollers, hydraulic cylinders and cylinder pins, hoses, inspection of the pipes connections , wear on the floor and side of hopper.
  • Page 103 Air system Check for page 90 leaks. Check for Safety systems page 9 proper operation (tailgate alarm and special devices). 1. Replace return filter after the first 50 hours of operation 2. Applies only to cabs modified by Labrie Environmental Group...
  • Page 104 HAPTER Maintenance...

  • Page 105: Lubrication Recommended Lubricants

    When regularly collecting dry and/or abrasive refuse material, Labrie recommends the use of Shell Malleus® Gl Multi-Lube on the floor guides and hopper side walls on a weekly basis to provide optimal operation of the packer.

  • Page 106: Engine Oil

    HAPTER Lubrication Apply MAX-EP inside the beams, on each side. Teflon pad Figure 135. Glass compartment beams Figure 137. Small teflon pad located on the L-H side of the glass compartment • Apply MAX-EP on the longest teflon pad, located behind the glass CAUTION compartment.

  • Page 107: Hydraulic Oil Test

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual The oil must contain anti-wear, anti-foam To take oil samples on Labrie trucks, apply additives, rust and oxidation neutralizers and the following procedure: self- protecting agents. Note: The procedure may change depending The oil must also meet MIL-H-5606 or SAE IOW on the corresponding lab sample kits “MS”...
  • Page 108 HAPTER Lubrication Coupler Figure 142. Pressing the coupler spring ball Figure 139. Standard hydraulic tank Spring Ball Coupler Figure 143. Spring ball Use a small bucket to retrieve the oil that will come out. Let the oil leak for a few seconds (about half a cup).
  • Page 109 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Remove the protective cap from the probe. probe from the bottle (Figure 148. “Probe removal from the bottle”). Probe Tip Protective Cap Figure 145. Sample bottle probe tip Figure 148. Probe removal from the bottle Install the probe on the coupler to fill the sample bottle.

  • Page 110: Crusher Panel Lubrication

    HAPTER Lubrication Fill the identification form (sticker) and to activate the lever. This avoids BUTTON apply it on the sample bottle. potential injuries. Figure 152. Labeled sample bottle RUSHER ANEL UBRICATION Figure 154. Crusher panel control lever on In order to maintain the crusher panel in good left-hand side working order, you have to lubricate the cylinder and hinge weekly.
  • Page 111 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Grease fitting Figure 156. Crusher panel cylinder head grease fitting Lubricate the crusher panel bushings by using the remote grease fitting located on the side of the hopper. Remote grease fitting Figure 157. Remote grease fitting for crusher panel bushings...

  • Page 112: Lubrication Charts

    CRUSHER PANEL CYLINDER PIN WEEKLY TAILGATE LOWER CYLINDER PINS WEEKLY WEEKLY TAILGATE LOCKING MECHANISM TAILGATE PINS WEEKLY BODY HINGES WEEKLY WEEKLY HOPPER SIDE WALLS WEEKLY FLOOR GUIDES *SEE EXPERT (t) 2000 MAINTENANCE MANUAL FOR PROPER LUBRICANT REV. 0 LABRIE 79780...
  • Page 113 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 114 HAPTER Lubrication...

  • Page 115: Crusher Panel And Floating Panel

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual RUSHER ANEL AND LOATING ANEL...

  • Page 116: Body-Chassis Hinges

    HAPTER Lubrication HASSIS INGES...

  • Page 117: Hopper, Packer And Body Hoist Cylinder

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual OPPER ACKER AND OIST YLINDER...

  • Page 118: Tailgate

    HAPTER Lubrication AILGATE...

  • Page 119: Troubleshooting Guide

    Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual ROUBLESHOOTING This section of the manual guides you through IMPORTANT some of the typical troubleshooting procedures to be performed on the Expert(t) 2000 Troubleshooting the Expert(t) 2000 is a process OU MUST ENSURE THAT ALL SAFETY where, in the event of a failure, malfunction, or FEATURES ARE CORRECTLY LOOKED AT breakdown, you will inspect and spot its causes...
  • Page 120 HAPTER Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause(s) Solution(s) Oil is foaming The oil level is low. Add oil to the tank upto the required level. Refer to “Hydraulic Oil” on page 98 Air is getting into the Check and tighten all hose and pipe system.
  • Page 121 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Problem Possible cause(s) Solution(s) No hydraulic The pump is not engaged. Turn on the pump switch. pressure Hydraulic pressure needs Perform the hydraulic pressure adjustment adjustment. procedure. Problem Possible cause(s) Solution(s) The pump is Hydraulic connections are Check and tighten all hydraulic connections.
  • Page 122 HAPTER Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause(s) Solution(s) The packer does The PTO switch is off. Turn on the PTO switch. not start when you press the green button. There is a red emergency Verify that all red emergency buttons are button pressed-in. pulled out.
  • Page 123 Expert(t) 2000 Maintenance Manual Problem Possible cause(s) Solution(s) Packing is Low hydraulic pressure Adjust the hydraulic pressure. Call LabriePlus for insufficient details. Packer limit switches are Verify and adjust the packer limit switches. not properly set up. “Adjusting the Limit Switches” on page 31. The hydraulic system Verify the packer cylinder is not bypassing.
  • Page 124 HAPTER Troubleshooting...
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