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Mistral Road Sweeper
Operating and Basic Maintenance Instructions
This document contains important Health and Safety Advice and must remain with the vehicle at all times.

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  • Page 1 Front cover Mistral Road Sweeper Operating and Basic Maintenance Instructions This document contains important Health and Safety Advice and must remain with the vehicle at all times.
  • Page 2 Mistral Operating Instructions Water tank. Access cover, pneumatic and electronic cabinet. Access cover, auxiliary engine fuel and hydraulic oil filling. Storage locker. MISTRAL Side loading hatch. Door open/close ram. Vehicle fuel tank, orientation is dependant on chassis. Access ladder to auxiliary engine.

  • Page 3: Operating Instructions

    Version: 6.0.2 ......October 2018 This manual is published by the Technical Publications Department of Scarab Sweepers Ltd. and every effort is made to ensure that the information it contains is correct at the time of publication.

  • Page 4: General Information

    Tank capacities * The Scarab Mistral is classified as truck-mounted heavy-duty suction road sweeper and, as such, is Chassis fuel tank *..........Typically 100 to 150 litres intended only for operation in the sweeping and associated roles for which it has been expressly Auxiliary engine fuel tank * .

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Hours worked ........... . . 35 Engaging the reduction gearbox (scarab option only) ......18 Driver fault codes .

  • Page 6: Health And Safety Advice

    Mistral Operating Instructions Health and safety advice In the interests of your health and safety, it is important that the following points are obsered at all times... • Only trained operatives should be allowed to drive or work on this sweeper.

  • Page 7: Hazard Awareness

    Mistral Operating Instructions Hazard awareness All operators and workshop personnel should be aware of the physical and biological risks that are inherent in the operation of a road sweeper. The risk falls into two main categories as follows: • Risks represented by the sweeper and its various systems.

  • Page 8: Operating Advice

    Operating advice Please remember, the information provided in this handbook is designed to ensure that the Scarab sweeper operates both safely and efficiently. The design of this sweeper is for the removal of spoil on traffic or pedestrian areas also litter collection using the wander hose.

  • Page 9: Safety Props

    Mistral Operating Instructions Safety props Door safety prop Ensure that the safety prop Auto ratchet hopper safety prop is correctly positioned in the ratchet. When inserting the door safety prop, ensure it is correctly positioned in the locating slot. Part No. SCAZ037980 v6.0.2...

  • Page 10: The Canbus System

    Mistral Operating Instructions The CANbus system The CANbus system comprises two control panels (main and auxiliary) an LCD monitor and a number of control nodes. The system controls and monitors all sweeper functions and maintains a log of various operating parameters such as operating hours and any fault conditions that might occur.

  • Page 11: Main Control Panel Switch Functions

    Mistral Operating Instructions Main control panel switch functions Switch functions are described from left to right and top to bottom. F1 / F2 - Press to activate special options. System-Start - Press to start/stop the system and engage/disengage hydrostatic drive.

  • Page 12: Auxiliary Control Panel Switch Functions

    Mistral Operating Instructions Auxiliary control panel switch functions High pressure water pump - Press to start. Suction fan - Press to start the Suction Fan (approximately 2000 rpm). Cruise control - Not applicable. Nozzle tilt (locking mode) - Press to tilt the suction nozzle for larger items.

  • Page 13: Remote Control Switch Box Functions

    Mistral Operating Instructions Remote control switch box functions The hopper Raise/Lower and rear door Open/Close switches are located in the remote control box. This is stowed in the cab, between the driver’s seat and door and is connected to a socket via a coiled lead.

  • Page 14: Lcd Monitor

    Mistral Operating Instructions LCD Monitor The sweeping monitor displays information on the current status of the sweeper while it is in sweep mode, by indicating which items of equipment are active, plus other relevant information i.e. fluid levels, fan speed and temperatures, it also alerts the user to any warnings by means of appropriate flashing symbols and, when appropriate, a warning buzzer.

  • Page 15: Additional Controls And Instruments

    Mistral Operating Instructions Additional controls and instruments Brush pressure Do not exceed a pressure of 2.5 bar when adjusting brush pressure settings. Failure to comply will result in drastically reduced brush life. - Air pressure regulator - Used to adjust the amount of up/down-thrust applied to the brush(es) ¤.

  • Page 16: Operating In Sweep Mode

    Mistral Operating Instructions Operating in sweep mode Reducing noise levels and fuel consumption. Although it is important to always operate within the engine’s optimum speed range, there are times when it is possible to reduce engine speed to the lower end of this, thereby reducing noise levels.

  • Page 17: Sweeping

    Mistral Operating Instructions Sweeping If considered appropriate reduce engine speed to suit the prevailing sweeping conditions, by means of the engine speed controls on the main panel. Auxiliary engine speed can only be adjusted between its minimum effective speed for the situation and the active preset default speed.

  • Page 18: Exiting Sweep Mode/Stopping The Auxiliary Engine

    LCD monitor truck graphic will extinguish, to show that Sweep Mode is OFF. Engaging the reduction gearbox (scarab option only) On vehicles fitted with a Scarab reduction gearbox, road speed of approximately 80% can be achieved when selected. 1. Vehicle engine Running. Parking brake ON, Neutral gear selected. Auxiliary engine ON .

  • Page 19: Discharging The Hopper - Tipping

    Mistral Operating Instructions Discharging the hopper - tipping Ensure that all personnel are clear of the door. Ensure that the suction fan is turned off and that there is room for the door to open fully. The door prop must always be used when working under a raised rear door.

  • Page 20: Standard Wander Hose

    Mistral Operating Instructions Standard wander hose The wander hose is used to suck up objects in areas that the sweeper is unable to access i.e. drain inlets, under benches, etc. Using the standard wander hose Wear appropriate PPE. 1. Vehicle OFF. Neutral gear selected. Handbrake On. Sweep mode multi-function lever OFF.

  • Page 21: Rear Mounted Wander Hose And Overhead Wander Boom

    Mistral Operating Instructions Rear mounted wander hose and overhead wander boom Using the rear mounted wander hose Wear appropriate PPE. 1. Vehicle OFF. Neutral gear selected. Handbrake On. Multi-function lever OFF. 2. Auxiliary engine ON, Suction Fan ON 3. Unhook the wander hose boom from its stowed position w.

  • Page 22: Dust Suppression

    Mistral Operating Instructions Dust suppression Filling the water tank Attach the appropriate coupling and water hose to the filler aperture and fill until the blue float reaches the top of the water level sight tube (use clean water). Using the low pressure water system The low pressure water is used on the, side brush(es), suction tube(s), and central (wide sweep) brush.

  • Page 23: High Pressure Water System

    Mistral Operating Instructions High pressure water system High pressure water can be hazardous, always wear goggles or suitable eye/face protection. Exercise extreme care when using the lance, do not direct the jet at other people or electrical connections. Failure to comply can result in serious injury.

  • Page 24: Hand Lance Detergent Option

    Mistral Operating Instructions Hand lance detergent option Wear appropriate PPE. With the hand lance in use, check that the detergent container sufficient fluid. Turn on the control valve y. Adjust the spray pattern valve on the hand lance to achieve desired affect.

  • Page 25: Clearing A Blockage In The Suction Path

    Mistral Operating Instructions Clearing a blockage in the suction path Wear appropriate PPE. Never raise the hopper where the load it contains or the ground you are on could cause the vehicle to become unstable. Area most susceptible to blockage.

  • Page 26: Operator's Routine Maintenance

    Operator’s routine maintenance It is important that the following routine maintenance procedures are carried out as directed. This will help to ensure that your Scarab sweeper performs at the optimum level of safety and efficiency. Refer to the paragraphs immediately following this schedule and to the Table of Contents for more detailed information.

  • Page 27: Key Maintenance Procedures

    Mistral Operating Instructions Key maintenance procedures Wear appropriate PPE. Cleaning the suction fan and screen Failure to comply with the following could result in serious injury. Before working on the sweeper position it on firm, level ground and apply handbrake.

  • Page 28: Auxiliary Engine

    Mistral Operating Instructions Auxiliary engine Wear appropriate PPE. Ensure that the hopper safety prop has deployed correctly when working beneath a raised hopper. failure to do so could result in serious injury. When mounting the chassis always use the access steps and tread plates. Ensure they are free from contamination that may cause them to become slippery. Always wear suitable footwear with clean and dry soles.

  • Page 29: Engine Coolant

    Mistral Operating Instructions Engine coolant Wear appropriate PPE. Ensure that the hopper safety prop has deployed correctly when working beneath a raised hopper. failure to do so could result in serious injury. When mounting the chassis always use the access steps and tread plates. Ensure they are free from contamination that may cause them to become slippery. Always wear suitable footwear with clean and dry soles.

  • Page 30: Hydraulic Oil Tank

    Ensure that the sweeper is on a flat and level surface with the auxiliary engine stopped for a suitable period, to allow the oil to cool. Hydraulic oil: HLP32 or equivalent. Fuchs Renolin B10 VG 32 (as used by Scarab Sweepers).

  • Page 31: Suction Nozzle Clearances

    Mistral Operating Instructions Suction nozzle clearances Wear appropriate PPE. Tow point Inspect the suction nozzle flaps to verify that they are in good condition and do not show excessive wear. Adjust as necessary to achieve the correct flap to Inboard side flap ground clearances.

  • Page 32: Removing And Cleaning The Water Pump Element(S)

    Mistral Operating Instructions Removing and cleaning the water filter element(s) Both the low-pressure and, if fitted, the high-pressure water pump are have strainers to ensure that foreign matter does not enter the pump. The following steps detail the recommended cleaning procedure.

  • Page 33: Manual Greasing And Lubrication

    Mistral Operating Instructions Manual greasing and lubrication Carry out manual greasing in accordance with the appropriate schedule on page 26 and by referring to the accompanying diagrams shown here. Suction nozzle assemblies Side brush assemblies Door hinge x3 Hopper rear door...

  • Page 34: Lcd Monitor - Options Screen

    Mistral Operating Instructions LCD monitor - Options screen To access the option screen mode from the start up screen press button w. Button function 00.00 N/MIN - Display: Press to change background colours (black/white). N/MIN - Options: Press to access option screen mode (illustrated).

  • Page 35: Hours Worked

    Mistral Operating Instructions mins CAN Error mins CAN / ENG 00.00 00.00 Hours worked Driver fault codes Displays the working time of various functions. Highlight either the CAN or desired Node using the encoder t. Service Hours only display when activated.

  • Page 36: Can Error Screen

    Mistral Operating Instructions Node0 Error J1939 Error CAN Error Node1 Error Node1.1 Error Node3 Error Node4 Error Node5 Error Node6 Error 00.00 00.00 CAN error screen Driver fault codes Identifies location of system errors. Entering a Node screen allows Pin-Contact view.

  • Page 37: Edc

    Mistral Operating Instructions N/MIN N/MIN 00.00 °C °C °C 00.00 00.00 Screen settings Displays the following current conditions: Highlight the desired panel using the encoder and press the encoder • Engine Speed enter the selected setting screen. • Battery Voltage •...

  • Page 38: Screen Brightness Setting

    Mistral Operating Instructions 24.00 24.00 SET CLOCK (RTC) YEAR : 0000 HOUR : 00 MONTH : 00 MINUTE : 00 Brightness: 000% DAY : 00 SECOND : 00 DATE : 00.00.0000 TIME : 00.00.00 00.00 00.00 Screen brightness setting Time and date setting Rotate the encoder to adjust the screen brightness (2% increments).

  • Page 39: Rear Camera

    Mistral Operating Instructions MACHINE NUMBER WK 0 FIRMWARE SOFTWARE NODE 2 NODE 3 NODE 4 EXIT ON / OFF NODE 5 NODE 6 00.00 00.00 Rear camera Information Enable/disable rear camera. Displays the machine number and current Node program version.

  • Page 40: Button Check Menu

    Mistral Operating Instructions WARNING / WARNUNG / ATTENTION 00.00 00.00 Button check menu Main control panel button check Use the encoder to highlight the appropriate panel and then press the Press the appropriate button on the main control panel. encoder to select.

  • Page 41: Auxiliary Control Panel Button Checks

    Mistral Operating Instructions Auxiliary control panel button checks Press the appropriate button on the auxiliary control panel. As each button is pressed the corresponding graphic will illuminate. A beep will sound if the function is fitted. Part No. SCAZ037980 v6.0.2...

  • Page 42: Operator's Notes

    Mistral Operating Instructions Operator’s notes Part No. SCAZ037980 v6.0.2 E&OE...
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  • Page 45 Mistral Operating Instructions Operator’s notes Part No. SCAZ037980 v6.0.2 E&OE...
  • Page 46 Mistral Operating Instructions Scarab Sweepers Limited Pattenden Lane, Marden, Kent TN12 9QD Telephone: 01622 831 006 Fax: 01622 832 417 International: +44 (0) 1622 831 006 International +44 (0) 1622 832 417 e-mail: scarab@scarab-sweepers.com Web site: www.scarab-sweepers.com Part No. SCAZ037980 v6.0.2...

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