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  • Page 3 Buyer any warranty extended by the manufacturer of such components. Disposition of any warranty claim for such components will be at the sole discretion and remedy of the component supplier. Super Products shall have the right of disposal of parts and components that are replaced.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1 ........Safety GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES .
  • Page 6 JOB SITE SAFETY AND HAZARD WARNINGS — CONTINUED ......1-15 Inspect the Job Site ............1-15 Visibility Conditions When Operating .
  • Page 7 Chapter 2 ......PRE-OPERATION Introduction ..............2-1 Principles of Operation .
  • Page 8 Front Control Panel Display Screen Menu Operation ....... . . 3-7 HMI Home Screen Display .
  • Page 9 Dumping Payload ............. 4-8 Raise the Debris Body .
  • Page 10 Maintenance Items ............. 6-6 Boom .

  • Page 11: Chapter 1

    Chapter 1 Safety GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND PRACTICES A careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of  primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to WARNING the owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, being aware of your equipment, your surroundings, and if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious observing certain precautions.

  • Page 12: Visual Attention Safety

    SAFETY VISUAL ATTENTION SAFETY Pictographs are used throughout this manual to help bring your visual attention to safety issues Figure 1-1 NOTE If you want a translation of this safety section in Spanish or French, please contact: Translation — Safety Section 17000 West Cleveland Ave.

  • Page 13: Personal Protection Equipment (Ppe)

    SAFETY PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT (PPE) Figure 1-2 Always wear protective clothing and personal safety devices issued to you or required by job conditions. This should always include: • Hard hat • Safety shoes • Safety glasses, goggles, or face shield •...

  • Page 14: When Using Pressurized Air Or Water

    SAFETY WHEN USING PRESSURIZED AIR OR WATER Figure 1-3 When using pressurized air or water for cleaning or material erosion/movement, you should use the following: • Face Shield • Wet Weather Protective Suit • Waterproof Gloves • Respirator • Safety Boots with Metatarsal Guard Publication: 0028607...

  • Page 15: General Hazards And Prevention Safety

    SAFETY GENERAL HAZARDS AND PREVENTION SAFETY Figure 1-4 • Never operate the vacuum pump unless you are  WARNING certain the suction hose is clear of people and obstructions. To avoid serious injury or death, do the following: • Never operate the vacuum pump without the safety relief systems working properly as described within •...

  • Page 16: General Hazards And Prevention Safety - Continued

    SAFETY GENERAL HAZARDS AND PREVENTION SAFETY — CONTINUED Figure 1-5 Visibility Conditions When Operating Equipment Guards • Operate in daylight or with lights that gives at least • Never operate machine if equipment guards are 50 yards clear visibility. damaged or missing. •...

  • Page 17: Crushing Hazards And Prevention Safety

    SAFETY CRUSHING HAZARDS AND PREVENTION SAFETY Figure 1-6 Debris Body Prop Support Truck Tip Over   WARNING WARNING Never go under raised debris body until prop is Always wear seat belt while seated in truck to installed. Failure to do so could result in personal prevent injury.

  • Page 18: Trip And Fall Prevention Safety

    SAFETY TRIP AND FALL PREVENTION SAFETY Figure 1-7 • Always maintain three-point contact with the machine, using two hands and one foot, or two feet and one hand, at all times during entry and exit. Never grab control levers or steering wheel when mounting or dismounting machine.

  • Page 19: High-Pressure Fluid Leak Hazards

    SAFETY HIGH-PRESSURE FLUID LEAK HAZARDS Figure 1-8   DANGER CAUTION To avoid serious injury or death from Use caution when removing hydraulic tank cap. high-pressure hydraulic oil leaks penetrating Contents may be under pressure. skin, follow these rules: • Tank contents may be under pressure. •...

  • Page 20: Power Lines/Static Electrical Hazard Warnings

    SAFETY POWER LINES/STATIC ELECTRICAL HAZARD WARNINGS Figure 1-10 • If overhead lines are present, call the utility company  DANGER and ask if the utility company can shut off the lines while you are working near them. This machine is not insulated and does not •...

  • Page 21: Chemical And Biological Hazard Safety

    SAFETY CHEMICAL AND BIOLOGICAL HAZARD SAFETY Figure 1-11 Chemicals and Diesel Engine Exhaust Chemical Waste Hazard • Storm drains, catch basins, and sewers may contain  WARNING harmful chemicals. To prevent contamination and injury, wear chemical resistant gloves, long sleeves, California Proposition 65: Diesel engine exhaust trousers, and safety glasses or face shields.

  • Page 22: Transport Safety And Hazards Warnings

    SAFETY TRANSPORT SAFETY AND HAZARDS WARNINGS Figure 1-12 Never Exceed your Gross Vehicle  WARNING Weight Rating (GVWR) Follow all steps before moving truck when towing • In operation on public highways, the combined or transporting equipment to avoid serious injury weight of the chassis, body, and payload must not and death: exceed the gross vehicle weight rating of the chassis...

  • Page 23: Transport Safety And Hazards Warnings - Continued

    SAFETY TRANSPORT SAFETY AND HAZARDS WARNINGS — CONTINUED Figure 1-13 Determine Stopping Characteristics When Transporting Equipment of Truck for Transporting Braking • Do not move truck unless debris body is fully lowered in the horizontal storage position. Tests • Always wear seat belt when operating truck. •...

  • Page 24: Job Site Safety And Hazard Warnings

    SAFETY JOB SITE SAFETY AND HAZARD WARNINGS Figure 1-14 • Use job site controls, such as cones and barricade  WARNING tape, to prevent bystanders from entering potentially hazardous areas and to keep them away from Job site hazards could cause death or serious machinery.

  • Page 25: Job Site Safety And Hazard Warnings - Continued

    SAFETY JOB SITE SAFETY AND HAZARD WARNINGS — CONTINUED Figure 1-15 Inspect the Job Site Visibility Conditions When Operating • Follow U.S. Department of Labor regulations on • Operate in daylight or with lights that provide excavating and trenching (Part 1926, Subpart P) and adequate visibility to perform job safely.

  • Page 26: Vacuum Equipment Operation Safety And Hazard Warnings

    SAFETY VACUUM EQUIPMENT OPERATION SAFETY AND HAZARD WARNINGS Figure 1-16 It is the operator's responsibility to be knowledgeable of  WARNING all potential operating hazards and to take every reasonable precaution to ensure that oneself, others, Always set the truck parking brakes and if on animals, and property are not injured or damaged by the unleveled surfaces chock the wheels.

  • Page 27: Vacuum Equipment Operation Safety And Hazard Warnings - Continued

    SAFETY VACUUM EQUIPMENT OPERATION SAFETY AND HAZARD WARNINGS — CONTINUED Figure 1-17 To Restore Power  WARNING 1. The operator must reset the emergency stop button. • Twist the emergency stop button, and it will pop Make sure no one is near the end of the vacuum hose and that the vacuum relief door is open before engaging the vacuum pump.

  • Page 28: Vacuum Equipment Operation Safety And Hazard Warnings - Continued

    SAFETY VACUUM EQUIPMENT OPERATION SAFETY AND HAZARD WARNINGS — CONTINUED   CAUTION DANGER Failure to engage parking brakes and/or position Never operate engines where there are or can be wheel chocks could result in unexpected chassis combustible vapors. Vapors pulled into an engine movement, which could cause bodily injury or air intake can cause engine acceleration and over property damage.

  • Page 29: Vacuum Relief Valve Safety

    SAFETY VACUUM RELIEF VALVE SAFETY Vacuum Relief Valves Place a safety belt around the waist of the person working at the end of the vacuum inlet hose. The in-line T-type vacuum relief valve is delivered with the 3. Attach the end of the pull cord to the loop on the unit, and its operation is described in this procedure.

  • Page 30: Vacuum Relief Valve Safety - Continued

    SAFETY VACUUM RELIEF VALVE SAFETY — CONTINUED Testing the T-Type Vacuum Relief  WARNING Valve If the vacuum relief valve is not working properly, personnel should not be allowed to work at the NOTE end of the vacuum inlet hose due to possible The following test should be done every time the injury or death.

  • Page 31: Vacuum Relief Valve Safety - Continued

    SAFETY VACUUM RELIEF VALVE SAFETY — CONTINUED Operating the Remote-Operated NOTE Vacuum Relief Valve See safety instructions for the vacuum relief valve on The remote-operated vacuum relief valve is controlled by page 1-19. the pendant remote control or by the front control panel. ...

  • Page 32: Vacuum Relief Valve Safety - Continued

    SAFETY VACUUM RELIEF VALVE SAFETY — CONTINUED Testing the Remote-Operated Vacuum  WARNING Relief Valve If vacuum relief valve is not working properly, personnel should not be allowed to work at end NOTE of vacuum hose due to possible personal injury The following test should be done every time the or death.
  • Page 33 SAFETY HIGH-PRESSURE WATER SAFETY AND HAZARD WARNINGS Figure 1-22 • Release pressure before attempting to open any IMPORTANT door, hatch, hose, or tube. • Do not bend or strike high-pressure lines. MEDICAL • Report any loose or damaged tubes or hoses to INFORMATION! mechanics so repairs can be made prior to continued use.

  • Page 34: High-Pressure Water Safety And Hazard Warnings - Continued

    SAFETY HIGH-PRESSURE WATER SAFETY AND HAZARD WARNINGS — CONTINUED When setting up for rodding operations, use the Waste Equipment Technology Association publishes a appropriate guide fin and hose guard (tiger tail) to variety of industrial-related information that owners and prevent the nozzle from turning in the pipe and returning operators can obtain.

  • Page 35: Dust Hazard And Explosion Prevention Safety

    SAFETY DUST HAZARD AND EXPLOSION PREVENTION SAFETY Figure 1-26 In a confined area, certain concentrations of dust in an otherwise normal atmosphere can explode when spark occurs. This phenomenon is known as a dust explosion. It has been known to occur in grain elevators, underground mines, flour mills, crushers, etc.

  • Page 36: Hydrocarbon Waste Recovery

    DANGER Level (LEL) Do not vacuum flammable or explosive materials. Super Products recommends that a monitor for hazardous hydrocarbon concentrations be installed in the Never use a rotary lobe blower to vacuum materials with exhaust stream of the vacuum pump to continuously flash points below 150°F.

  • Page 37: High-Temperature Prevention

    Super Products. They include the The operator should set the trip point of both Murphy addition of two temperature gauges with adjustable...

  • Page 38: Static Charge Dissipation

    SAFETY Static Charge Dissipation • Standard Super Products material handling hoses  DANGER are specially designed to conduct static electricity. Do not substitute hoses of unknown construction, Failure to comply with the recommendations for particularly plastic hoses, which may not be static static charge prevention could result in conducting.

  • Page 39: Spark And Fire Prevention Safety

    SAFETY SPARK AND FIRE PREVENTION SAFETY Figure 1-28 If the environment in which the truck sits has an explosive  DANGER gas in the atmosphere, protective measures such as grounding all engine belts, explosive proof alternators, Failure to comply with the recommendation for voltage regulators, special truck exhaust mufflers, engine spark prevention could result in equipment run-away protection devices etc., must be used.

  • Page 40: Debris Body Dumping Safety And Hazard Warnings

    SAFETY DEBRIS BODY DUMPING SAFETY AND HAZARD WARNINGS Figure 1-29   WARNING WARNING NEVER leave body raised or partly raised while Use extreme caution when dumping contents of vehicle is unattended or while performing the debris body. Ensure all personnel are at least maintenance or service under body unless body 20 feet away from truck.

  • Page 41: Sewer Gas Safety And Hazard Warnings

    SAFETY SEWER GAS SAFETY AND HAZARD WARNINGS Figure 1-30 Many workplaces contain spaces that are considered to  WARNING be “confined” because their configurations hinder the activities of employees who must enter into, work in, or • Sewer lines often contain poisonous or exit from them.

  • Page 42: Trenching Hazards

    SAFETY Trenching Hazards NOTE Reference to OSHA regulations are for informational purposes only and not intended as legal advice. 1-32 Publication: 0028607...

  • Page 43: De-Energize And Lockout Procedures

    SAFETY DE-ENERGIZE AND LOCKOUT PROCEDURES Figure 1-31 To properly de-energize this equipment:  WARNING 1. Lower the debris body and tailgate to the lowered transport position or onto the mechanical props to Workers can be seriously or fatally injured if support the component.

  • Page 44: Hazards With Equipment Maintenance

    SAFETY HAZARDS WITH EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE Performing Service, Repairs,  WARNING Lubrication, and Maintenance Avoid serious injury or death from component • Inspect for loose fasteners, worn or broken parts, failure by keeping implement in good operating leaky or loose fittings, missing or broken cotter keys, condition by performing proper service, repairs, washers on pins, and all moving parts for wear.

  • Page 45: Decal Location

    DECAL LOCATION In addition to the decals provided by Super Products™ If any decal provided by Super Products is missing or there may be decals shown that are part of the cab and becomes illegible, a replacement decal can be requested chassis or other non Super Products components;...
  • Page 46 SAFETY ITEM DESCRIPTION TYPE PART NO. SEE FIG. Disengage all drives WARNING 0007428 1-44 Water pump valve positions NOTICE 0026472 1-45 Rotating shafts can be dangerous WARNING 3050-01180 1-46 Made in the U.S.A. INSTRUCTION 3050-00433 1-47 Winterization/air purge system NOTICE 0025803 1-48 No step...
  • Page 47 SAFETY ITEM DESCRIPTION TYPE PART NO. SEE FIG. Valve positions NOTICE 0026476 1-53 Do not go under raised body WARNING 0007448 1-52 Closed INSTRUCTION 3050-00338 1-54 Open INSTRUCTION 3050-00337 1-55 Body drain INSTRUCTION 3050-00578 1-56 Rotating shafts can be dangerous WARNING 3050-01179 1-57...
  • Page 48 SAFETY ITEM DESCRIPTION TYPE PART NO. SEE FIG. Dumping and tailgate warning WARNING 0003403 1-66 Pinch points WARNING 3050-01201 1-67 Remote grease for tailgate latch INSTRUCTION 3050-01200 1-68 Figure 1-35: Rear of Truck 1-38 Publication: 0028607...
  • Page 49 SAFETY ITEM DESCRIPTION TYPE PART NO. SEE FIG. Valve sewer hose INSTRUCTION 0007423 1-69 High-pressure hose area WARNING 3050-01191 1-70 Electrocution hazard DANGER 0007524 1-71 Safety information DANGER 0007446 1-72 Freezing temperatures WARNING 0007436 1-73 Reel winding CAUTION 3050-00075 1-74 Stand clear CAUTION 3000-01123...
  • Page 50 SAFETY ITEM DESCRIPTION TYPE PART NO. SEE FIG. Hose maintenance instructions INSTRUCTIONS 3050-00025 1-76 Sewer hose containment system DANGER 3050-00036 1-77 Avoid unexpected vehicle movement DANGER 0007457 1-41 Boom controls INSTRUCTIONS 0007467 1-78 Reel base rotation brake INSTRUCTIONS 3050-00981 1-79 Reel controls INSTRUCTIONS 0007465...
  • Page 51 SAFETY ITEM DESCRIPTION TYPE PART NO. SEE FIG. Vacuuming unstable materials DANGER 0026568 1-81 Handgun connection INSTRUCTION 3050-00009 1-64 Transportation latch INSTRUCTION 3050-00136 1-82 High-vacuum port WARNING 3050-00116 1-83 High-pressure hose area WARNING 0007437 1-84 Winter recirculation INSTRUCTION 3050-00205 1-85 Drain here INSTRUCTION 3050-00024...
  • Page 52 CAUTION Part no. 0003392 VEHICLE Figure 1-39 HEIGHT NOTICE 11’-6” PROPER PROGRAM CONTENT REQUIRED FOR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION COMPUTER. CALL SUPER PRODUCTS SERVICE DEPARTMENT. 1-800-837-9711 Part no. 0026566 Part no. 3050-00260 Figure 1-42 Figure 1-40 DANGER TO AVOID UNEXPECTED VEHICLE MOVEMENT FOLLOW THESE STEPS BEFORE INCREASING Part no.
  • Page 53 SAFETY WARNING ROTATING SHAFTS CAN BE DANGEROUS YOU CAN SNAG CLOTHES, SKIN, HAIR, HANDS ETC. THIS COULD CAUSE DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY 3050-00433 TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH FROM A ROTATING SHAFT: DO NOT GO UNDER THE VEHICLE WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. Part no.
  • Page 54 SAFETY Part no. 3050-00033 Figure 1-49 Part no. 0026476 Figure 1-53 DRAIN HERE 3050-00024 CLOSED Part no. 3050-00024 Figure 1-50 3050-00338 Part no. 3050-00338 Figure 1-54 WATER SUPPLY OPEN ON/OFF 3050-00337 Part no. 3050-00337 Figure 1-55 Part no. 3050-00572 Figure 1-51 WARNING Part no.
  • Page 55 Figure 1-57 WATER TANK FILL Part no. 3050-00579 Figure 1-58 Part no. 0007543 Figure 1-59 HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR USE SUPER PRODUCTS SPEC. 3060-00045 CHEVRON RANDO HD PREMIUM OIL MV Part no. 3050-0051 Figure 1-60 CAUTION SUCTION LINE VALVE MUST BE IN OPEN POSITION FOR OPERATION.
  • Page 56 SAFETY WARNING DO NOT STAND BEHIND MACHINE WHEN DUMPING. DO NOT GO UNDER TAILGATE UNLESS THE PROPS ARE USED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PROCEDURES COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Part no. 0007522 Part no. 0003403 Figure 1-62 Figure 1-66 WARNING REMOTE GREASE WORM GEAR...
  • Page 57 SAFETY DANGER VALVE SEWER HOSE OPEN ELECTROCUTION HAZARD IMPROPER OPERATION WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP BOOM AND BODY FROM OVERHEAD LINES. USE AN OBSERVER WHEN AROUND OVERHEAD LINES. ALLOWANCES MUST BE MADE FOR OPERATOR ERROR, MACHINE DEFLECTION AND OVERHEAD LINE SWAYING. Part no.
  • Page 58 SAFETY CAUTION BOOM CONTROLS ROCKER SWITCH SEWER HOSE MUST BE PRESSURIZED TO NORMAL OPERATING PRESSURE WHILE WINDING ONTO REEL. (LOCATED ON TOP OF JOYSTICK) FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ABOVE MAY RESULT IN SEVERE HOSE PINCHING OR PERMANENT DEFORMATION RETRACT EXTEND OF REEL FLANGES.
  • Page 59 SAFETY DANGER WARNING DO NOT VACUUM FLAMMABLE OR HIGH PRESSURE HOSE AREA EXPLOSIVE MATERIALS. WORKING NEAR HIGH PRESSURE HOSE CAN BE HAZARDOUS DO NOT VACUUM MATERIALS WITH FLASH POINT BELOW 150F. ALWAYS WEAR PROPER PROTECTION REPAIR OR REPLACE HOSE AT FIRST INDICATION OF COVER WEAR-THROUGH READ OWNERS MANUAL HYDROCARBON AND REINFORCEMENT EXPOSURE...

  • Page 60: Debris Body Tailgate Props

    SAFETY Debris Body Tailgate Props 4. Lower the debris body tailgate enough so that the  DANGER tailgate pins rest against the tailgate props. Always position the tailgate props in the proper position before entering any area beneath the debris body tailgate or entering the debris body. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 61: Preparation Before Traveling To Worksite

    Super Products prior to starting 14. Set the brakes and place the transmission in neutral. operation. Super Products will not be responsible for any Turn the key on without starting the truck and lower damage or injuries if all safety procedures are not the hose reel.
  • Page 62 SAFETY 1-52 Publication: 0028607...

  • Page 63: Introduction

    ™ Super Products Camel The vacuum system utilizes a positive displacement DO NOT allow anyone to operate or service this machine vacuum pump (1) driven by the truck engine via the until they have read and understood all aspects of this transfer case.
  • Page 64 PRE-OPERATION Figure 2-1 Figure 2-2 Publication: 0028607...

  • Page 65: Vacuum System

    PRE-OPERATION Vacuum System Air Conveyance The air conveyance method requires enough air velocity The vacuum system utilizes a positive displacement type going past the material for it to be picked up and of vacuum pump that is mechanically driven from the transferred.

  • Page 66: Blower Temperature Sensor (Option)

    PRE-OPERATION Blower Temperature Sensor (Option) The blower temperature sensor (1) is an optional sensor that monitors the vacuum exhaust air temperature to help prevent vacuum pump damage and possible dust explosions. Blower Temperature Alarm Message on HMI Screen Blower Temperature Sensor Figure 2-5 Figure 2-4 If the vacuum exhaust air temperature exceeds 240°F,...

  • Page 67: Vacuum Vent Door

    PRE-OPERATION Vacuum Vent Door Remote Operated Vacuum Vent Door The vacuum vent door may also be controlled by either The primary vacuum vent door rocker switch (1) is the wired pendant remote control or the wireless pendant located on the front control panel. This rocker switch remote control.

  • Page 68: Testing Of The Remote Operated Vacuum Vent Door

    PRE-OPERATION Testing of the Remote Operated Vacuum Vent Door NOTE The following test should be done every time the wired pendant remote control or wireless pendant remote control is put into use or every two hours during operation, whichever is more frequent. Pendant Cord Socket Curbside Control Panel Testing with Wired Pendant Remote Control Figure 2-9...
  • Page 69 PRE-OPERATION Testing with Wireless Pendant Remote Control 1. Visually inspect the wireless pendant for damage. Repair or replace as necessary. 2. Make sure the emergency stop button (1) is not activated. 3. Turn the OFF/ON/SHIFT switch (2) to the ON position.

  • Page 70: Water System

    PRE-OPERATION Water System NOTE  The sewer line must not be located in residential CAUTION areas to avoid damage to homes and businesses when using maximum water pressure. When purchasing a new truck or when installing a new sewer hose on an existing reel, you must 2.

  • Page 71: Winter Recirculation (Option)

    PRE-OPERATION Winter Recirculation (Option) 3. Open the water supply valve (3) at the front of the debris tank. The truck may be equipped with an optional winter recirculation system to circulate water through the pump and back to the tank to prevent freeze-up in colder climates.

  • Page 72: Auxiliary Hydraulic Pump Operation

    PRE-OPERATION Once winter recirculation has started, the front control The auxiliary hydraulic pump has an operational duty panel HMI screen will display the WINTER Recirc ON cycle of approximately 30 to 45 seconds. After 30 to 45 message. seconds of continuous operation, the pump will stop and the front control panel HMI screen will display the “BACKUP HPU Cool Down Cycle”...

  • Page 73: Chapter 3

    Chapter 3 Control System Operation Power Distribution Panel Open the fuse box to access specific fuses and relays. See Table 3-1 for additional fuse information. When the truck’s ignition key is turned to the on position, the power distribution panel (1) distributes power separately to all devices, and the control system will boot Power Distribution Panel 1) Strobes Relay...
  • Page 74 CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION 3. Using the navigation arrow scroll down to Power Table 3-1: Fuse Information Distribution and press OK. FUSE AMPERAGE CIRCUIT 7.5A Strobe 7.5A Front Beacon Front Panel 7.5A Work Lights Water Heater 7.5A Boom Light 7.5A Rear Beacon Open Front Panel AX / CAN2...

  • Page 75: Control System Overview

    CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION Control System Overview The top and bottom halves of each rocker switch face have a color-coded light that indicates the status of each There are three main control panels available to operate rocker switch. the Camel™ functions. •...

  • Page 76: Cab Control Panel Functions

    CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION Cab Control Panel Functions • Occasionally the transfer case gears may not align correctly, the transfer case will not shift, and the VAC PUMP rocker switch ON light will continue to blink. If this occurs, proceed with the following steps: 1.

  • Page 77: Front Control Panel And Functions

    CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION Front Control Panel and • Overspeed protection prevents the vacuum pump from turning faster than the maximum rated factory Functions setting. • Engine speed must be 1100 RPM or greater for vacuuming and high-flow water pump operation. High demand vacuuming and water pump operation will require maximum engine speed.
  • Page 78 CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION 4. A red EMERGENCY STOP Active error message will • Truck Start, Driving — vent door is closed be displayed on the display screen, and the alarm will • Work Mode – vent door is open sound. The alarm can be silenced by pressing the •...

  • Page 79: Front Control Panel Display Screen Menu Operation

    CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION Front Control Panel Display HMI Home Screen Display Screen Menu Operation Hose Reel Speed Located on the front control panel is the color display Hose reel speed (1) displays percentage of max speed of screen. This screen provides the operator with vital the hose reel during pay out and pay in.

  • Page 80: Hose Reel Counter

    CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION Hose Reel Counter Payout Counter The hose reel counter (13) on the front control panel HMI The payout counter (15) can be reset independently of screen shows the length of hose extended from the reel. the reel counter once the hose is in the horizontal sewer This parameter should be calibrated to zero at the line.

  • Page 81: Adjust Valve Settings And Operation

    20% max. would be 120% total function change. Default min./max. percentage settings are Figure 3-13 set before delivery at the Super Products factory. 3. Within the valve settings screen, use the up and • When adjusting the speed offsets for use with the...

  • Page 82: Hose Reel Memory Store And Storage Recall

    CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION Hose Reel Memory Store and Storage Recall The footage store function will store in memory the hose footage monitored at any given time for future use. 1. To store hose footage information, select Footage Store on the home screen. See Figure 3-12. 2.

  • Page 83: Reset/Calibrate The Hose Reel Counter

    CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION Clear the Footage Recall Memory Menu Navigation and Functionality 1. Select Footage Recall on the home screen. See 1. Press the Menu button twice to proceed to the Figure 3-12. Blower, Vacuum, Water menu screen. 2. Select Clear Mem on the second screen. See •...

  • Page 84: Panel Lighting

    CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION Figure 3-20 Figure 3-21 3. Remove the two upper reel pins (2), located between Panel Lighting the reel and the front bumper on both sides of the reel. • When the control system is powered by the ignition switch, the displays and LED switches are illuminated.

  • Page 85: Front Control Panel Joystick Functions

    CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION Front Control Panel Joystick • The thumb switch (1) on top of the boom control joystick will extend or retract the boom. Functions • All three boom functions are available while the hose As you are facing the joysticks, the boom control joystick reel is turning, although only one axis can be moved is on the left, and the reel control joystick is on the right.

  • Page 86: Tailgate Rocker Switch

    CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION TAILGATE Rocker Switch WATER PUMP Rocker Switch Pressing OPEN on the TAILGATE rocker switch (4) The WATER PUMP rocker switch (6) performs the same performs the following: function as the front control panel water pressure rotary control. •...

  • Page 87: Pendant Functions - Wired And Wireless

    CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION Pendant Functions — Wired and The pendant functions are as follows: 1. Emergency Stop Wireless 2. BOOM UP The functions, buttons, and labels on the wireless 3. BOOM DOWN pendant are the same as those used on the wired 4.

  • Page 88: Pendant Jacks

    CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION Pendant Jacks Vacuum Speed Control from Remotes There is a receptacle for the wired pendant located at the Increases and decreases in engine speed (RPM) cause front panel (1) and at the curbside panel (2). increases and decreases in vacuum pump speed and pressure.

  • Page 89: Chapter 4

    Chapter 4 Sewer Cleaning — Typical Sequence Setting the Truck at the Job Site 1. Position the truck at the job site. 2. Wait for the air brake pressure to rise to the proper level and make sure the red low air pressure warning lights and alarm go out.
  • Page 90 SEWER CLEANING — TYPICAL SEQUENCE 4. Engage the foot brake. 5. Wait three seconds, then engage the truck transmission by selecting D (drive). 6. Take your foot completely off the brake. 7. The transmission will shift into 6-4 and be displayed on the SELECT MONITOR.

  • Page 91: Purge/Prime

    SEWER CLEANING — TYPICAL SEQUENCE Purge/Prime 4. Press VAC (2) on the front control panel MODE switch. The truck is equipped with an innovative purge/prime system that strokes the water pump the full extent of the stroke. This aids in removing unwanted air while in work mode.

  • Page 92: Water Pump Operation - Jetting

    SEWER CLEANING — TYPICAL SEQUENCE Water Pump Operation — Jetting Determine what work will need to be performed at the job site to facilitate the proper positioning of the truck. Let’s assume that we will clean a 12 in. storm line and catch basin and will need to vacuum the material that is backflushed.
  • Page 93 Contact your local distributor or Super Products for information on the wide variety of nozzles and their uses. • If the wired or wireless remote pendant is to be used, it must stay in the operator’s possession at all times...
  • Page 94 SEWER CLEANING — TYPICAL SEQUENCE  DANGER Never pressurize the sewer hose when the hose is lying on the street or not properly oriented in the sewer and the sewer nozzle is inside the pipe. The pressurized nozzle will cause the hose to whip uncontrollably and could cause personal injury or death.

  • Page 95: Vacuum And Boom Operation

    SEWER CLEANING — TYPICAL SEQUENCE  DANGER • Avoid close contact with a pressurized hose. Injury could result from hose bursts or coupling failure. When in close contact, relieve the pressure either by dialing the water pressure back to zero and/or opening the return to tank ball valve.

  • Page 96: Return To Road Mode

    SEWER CLEANING — TYPICAL SEQUENCE 8. When finished using the boom, return the boom to Using the wired or wireless pendant: the transport position before moving the truck. The • Turn and hold the pendant SHIFT switch while proper transport position locates the boom over the pressing the TG OPEN button to unlock and passenger side front fender.

  • Page 97: Separator Air System

    SEWER CLEANING — TYPICAL SEQUENCE Separator Air System Camel Drain Valves (Option) The truck is equipped with a cyclone air separator (1) as The truck has a front debris body drain valve so that part of the vacuum exhaust air filtration process. The excess liquids can be drained from the body if it is an operator should periodically check for any material ejector model.

  • Page 98: Debris Level Sensor (Option)

    SEWER CLEANING — TYPICAL SEQUENCE Debris Level Sensor (Option) Winterization The truck may be equipped with a debris level sensor, It is beneficial to purge the water from all water lines to which informs the operator of the debris level in the prepare for freezing temperatures.
  • Page 99 SEWER CLEANING — TYPICAL SEQUENCE 3. Open the rear crossover pipe drain (3) located at the 6. Open the air purge valve (5) located just in front of rear of the truck underneath the splash shield. Raise the Y-strainer. This will allow air to push water from the debris body to help ensure all water drains from the sewer hose.
  • Page 100 SEWER CLEANING — TYPICAL SEQUENCE 10. OPTION: If your truck is equipped with the winter recirculation option, connect the sewer hose to the recirculation line (7) located on the front bumper. Figure 4-29 17. OPTION: If the truck is equipped with a handgun Figure 4-27 hose reel, connect the spray wand and open the valve on the water pump.
  • Page 101 SEWER CLEANING — TYPICAL SEQUENCE 19. Open the drain valve at the bottom of the water NOTE pump. On trucks equipped with a dump body, open the 20. Close the air purge valve when most of the water is debris body flush line and winter recirculation line expelled.

  • Page 102: Water Lance Operation

    Super Products supplies systems that are rated at 2000, 2500, and 3000 PSI. Know which system you have. If you have any questions, contact Super Products. Failure to comply could result in personal injury or property damage. 4-14 Publication: 0028607...

  • Page 103: Lance/Cleaning Gun Precautions

    Alter equipment in any manner. (If repairs are Make sure trigger is operating properly. necessary, use only genuine factory repair parts available from Super Products.) Operate the lance gun without the trigger guard Adapt a secure body stance prior to and during lance attached.

  • Page 104: Hydro Excavation Kit (Option)

    Never exceed the pressure rating of your system. the need arises. Failure to comply could Super Products supplies systems that are rated result in personal injury. from 2000–3000 PSI. Know which system you have.

  • Page 105: Body Interconnect (Option)

    SEWER CLEANING — TYPICAL SEQUENCE 1. Attach the gun, lance extensions (as needed), and hydro excavation lance to the hose reel (1) located on the passenger side of the truck. Figure 4-34 2. Open the handgun three-way valve (2) located at the front of the water pump.
  • Page 106 SEWER CLEANING — TYPICAL SEQUENCE 4-18 Publication: 0028607...

  • Page 107: Chapter 5

    Chapter 5 Water Recycling System Camel Recycling System Diagnostic and System Status Summary Features The onboard vacuum system transfers sewer water and 1. Acculevel Debris Level Sensor — This monitors debris from the sewer to the debris body. The water- the debris level inside the debris body and will inform saving recycling system automatically filters the sewer the operator to shut off vacuum or will break the...

  • Page 108: Typical Recycling Operation

    WATER RECYCLING SYSTEM Typical Recycling Operation Typically the truck will vacuum water and debris faster than it can be filtered and jetted back into the sewer. The The Camel recycling truck has the capability of recycling operator must pay close attention to the acculevel display water used during sewer jetting.

  • Page 109: The Six-Stage Separation And Filtration Process

    WATER RECYCLING SYSTEM The Six-Stage Separation and Filtration Filtration Process The first stage of filtration consists of an oscillating self-cleaning filter screen inside the debris body in the settling area behind the ejector plate. The oscillating Separation motion of the filter screen creates a counter flow and The first stage of separation occurs as material being agitates the debris materials and water around it.

  • Page 110: Operating The Water Recycling System

    Figure 5-3 Figure 5-6 3. Open the recycling butterfly valve (2) located on the driver’s side of the truck. Figure 5-4 4. Attach the Super Products recommended nozzle (3) for the best performance and trouble-free operation. Publication: 0028607...
  • Page 111 WATER RECYCLING SYSTEM 6. A confirmation screen (6) will be displayed when you engage the recycling system, making sure that the recycle valve is open. Figure 5-8 Figure 5-7 7. Navigate to the recycling menu on the front control panel HMI screen by pressing the Menu button one time from the home screen.

  • Page 112: Filter Maintenance

    WATER RECYCLING SYSTEM Filter Maintenance 9. Maintain a one-half to three-quarters fluid level in the debris body by monitoring the debris level on the front control panel HMI home screen. Y-Strainer Cleaning While jetting the sewer, perform the following: The Y-strainer acts as a last-chance filter for larger •...
  • Page 113 WATER RECYCLING SYSTEM 2. Slowly loosen the T-handle (3) at the strainer cap (4) NOTE and allow the Y-strainer to drain. • If you are jetting with clean water only, the fine Y-filter element (6) should be used. • If you are jetting using the recycle feature, the course Y-filter element (7) should be used.

  • Page 114: Tank Filter Clean And Fresh Flush

    WATER RECYCLING SYSTEM Tank Filter Clean and Fresh Flush Both the CLEAN FILTER and FRESH FLUSH operations can be selected from the RECYCLE INFO menu. The tank filter is an oscillating self-cleaning screen filter. Throughout the recycling process, low-pressure water jets continuously spray the filter to keep it clear of debris.
  • Page 115 WATER RECYCLING SYSTEM Clean Filter Procedure Fresh Flush Procedure 1. Navigate to the RECYCLE INFO menu on the front 1. Navigate to the RECYCLE INFO menu on the front control panel HMI screen by pressing the menu control panel HMI screen by pressing the menu button one time.

  • Page 116: End Of Day Procedure

    WATER RECYCLING SYSTEM End of Day Procedure 4. Open the front drain valve (3) to drain off the remaining water in the debris body. 1. Run a compaction cycle to remove as much water as possible from the debris collected. DO NOT exceed 1500 PSI on the passenger side compaction gauge (1).
  • Page 117 WATER RECYCLING SYSTEM 9. Remove and clean the Y-strainer filter element, then reinstall. (See “Y-Strainer Cleaning” on page 5-6). 10. Drain the recycling supply line. • Open the drain valve (5) on the elbow of the charge pump and allow any remaining water to drain out.
  • Page 118 WATER RECYCLING SYSTEM 5-12 Publication: 0028607...

  • Page 119: Chapter 6

    Lubrication Recommendation Chart Table 6-1: Component Lubricant Grease Super Products Spec 3060-00023 White Lithium Hydraulic System Super Products Spec 3060-00048 Chevron Rando HD Premium Oil MV...

  • Page 120: Def Maintenance

    LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE DEF Maintenance NOTE The cab and chassis supplied with your Camel™ sewer For specific regen instructions and DEF cleaner is equipped with a diesel exhaust after-treatment specifications, see the owner’s manual supplied with system that must be maintained properly to ensure the OEM chassis.
  • Page 121 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 2. If the first screen is ignored, after a period of time a REGEN Required Now warning message will be displayed. At this time the operator must cease all work operations, put the truck into road mode, and perform a regen cycle.

  • Page 122: Maintenance Schedule

    LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule Inspect Weekly For assistance on how to perform each task listed, follow Debris Body the provided steps. • Tailgate seal • Float ball Clean Daily Electrical System Debris Body • Wireless remote pendant • Body interior •...
  • Page 123 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Inspect Monthly Inspect Every 1,000 Hours Or Yearly, Whichever Comes First Debris Body Body Components • Drain valve and hose • Canister filter • Debris level indicator Adjust Every 1,000 Hours or Yearly, Body Components Whichever Comes First •...

  • Page 124: Maintenance Items

    (1) and distribution manifold (2) weekly. NOTE See Lubrication Recommendation Chart for servicing the Camel™ truck. If a product is unavailable, contact Super Products for a recommendation of alternate products. Boom • Apply grease through the distribution fittings weekly. Tailgate Grease Distribution Manifold Figure 6-8 •...

  • Page 125: Hydraulic System

    LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Hydraulic System Body Components • Hydraulic Oil — Inspect the hydraulic oil level in the • Canister Filter — Inspect the canister filter element reservoir weekly. The oil level should be at the center (1) every 1,000 hours or yearly. of the sight glass (1) with all of the hydraulic cylinders retracted.
  • Page 126 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE • Vacuum Pump Oil Level — Inspect the oil level of • Transfer Case — Inspect the oil level of the transfer the vacuum pump daily. The sight glass (2) on the case weekly. The sight glass (4) located on the back vacuum pump should be half full.

  • Page 127: Water System

    LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Water System • Y-Strainer — Remove and clean the Y-strainer filter element (1) when prompted by the front control panel HMI screen or at the end of every workday. Front Bumper Handgun Connection Figure 6-16 • Drain Water System — In freezing weather, drain the water system and all hoses.

  • Page 128: Ejector Plate Slide Pad Adjustment/Replacement

    LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Ejector Plate Slide Pad 2. Fully retract the ejector plate. Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition. Adjustment/Replacement  DANGER • Do not enter the debris body if hazardous materials are suspected inside. Take the truck to a certified tank cleaning facility for cleaning.
  • Page 129 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 5. Use a pry bar (6) to lift the ejector plate (7). Follow the same steps to remove the upper slide pad. Figure 6-21 6. Insert backup bars (8) and slide pads, with the beveled edge (9) toward the guide rail. Follow the same steps for the opposite side.
  • Page 130 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 7. Loosen the jam nuts (10) and the upper and lower 10. Position the ejector plate side to side with a pry bar adjustment bolts (11) on the slide pad cover. so there is an equal gap on both sides of the body. 11.

  • Page 131: Ejector Plate Wiper Inspection And Adjustment

    LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Ejector Plate Wiper Inspection and Adjustment 1. Inspect the clearance between the wiper segments (1) and the debris body (2) to determine if adjustment is necessary. NOTE Wiper segments should be adjusted as close to the inside perimeter of the debris body as possible without making contact.
  • Page 132 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE 6-14 Publication: 0028607...

  • Page 133: Chapter 7

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Overview The Basic Troubleshooting Process 1. Prepare tools, information, and safety equipment. This guide is intended as a quick reference to aid operators and technicians in troubleshooting potential 2. Define the symptom. issues with the Camel™ sewer and catch basin cleaners. •...

  • Page 134: Mechanical Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Mechanical Troubleshooting Table 7-1: Mechanical Troubleshooting Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Road mode: Engine will not start when Engine problems Have engine mechanic check for starting truck in road mode problems. Emergency stop Engine will start but all Emergency stop switch Reset the emergency stop switch by functions will not operate pushed at front panel or...
  • Page 135 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7-1: Mechanical Troubleshooting (Continued) Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Hydraulics Boom, hose reel, and Hydraulic valve fouled • Shift the hydraulic valve using the (Continued) body functions not with debris manual override. This may free moving the fouled valve. A dirty cartridge valve may need to be cleaned or replaced.
  • Page 136 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7-1: Mechanical Troubleshooting (Continued) Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Boom Boom not functioning Work mode not enabled, • Enable WORK and VAC modes. still in road mode • Use alternate controls — joystick, pendant, or screen backup controls. No hydraulic pressure See “Hydraulics”...
  • Page 137 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7-1: Mechanical Troubleshooting (Continued) Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Vacuum system Vacuum pump does not Holes worn in vac hose or Repair or replace as required. (Continued) draw full vacuum dig tube Hose coupler assembly Adjust, repair, or replace any missing gasket(s) missing or or leaking gaskets.
  • Page 138 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7-1: Mechanical Troubleshooting (Continued) Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Tailgate Leaking tailgate Tailgate unlatched Latch tailgate. Damaged gasket Replace gasket. Dirt around gasket or Clean gasket and mating surface of mating surface on tailgate tailgate. Damaged gasket retainer Repair or replace.
  • Page 139 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7-1: Mechanical Troubleshooting (Continued) Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Compaction Compaction/De-water Ejector plate problem See “Ejector plate” function in this function not working table. Home or compact See Table 7-2: Electrical proximity switches not Troubleshooting. working Debris level Not sensing debris level Sensor turned off in Switch to vac mode.
  • Page 140 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7-1: Mechanical Troubleshooting (Continued) Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Wireless pendant Wireless pendant not Truck not in WORK mode Enable cab control panel WORK functioning mode. Pendant not enabled Enable pendant. Pendant batteries are Replace batteries. dead Not in vac or dump mode Set MODE rocker switch on control panel to VAC or DUMP.

  • Page 141: Electrical Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Electrical Troubleshooting Table 7-2: Electrical Troubleshooting Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Road mode: Engine will not start when Engine problems Locate and repair or replace defective starting truck in road mode components. Truck will not go into road Engine speed dial turned Turn down speed dial at the front mode from work mode up on front panel...
  • Page 142 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7-2: Electrical Troubleshooting (Continued) Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Hydraulics No main hydraulic oil Work mode not enabled, Enable work mode. pressure still in road mode Hydraulic pump not Shift the transmission into D drive; engaged transmission controller will show 6-4. Air solenoid not getting a Locate the signal problem;...
  • Page 143 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7-2: Electrical Troubleshooting (Continued) Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Boom Boom not functioning No selection made on Enable WORK and VAC modes. control panel MODE rocker switches Work mode not enabled, Use alternate controls — joystick, still in road mode pendant, or front control panel HMI screen backup controls.
  • Page 144 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7-2: Electrical Troubleshooting (Continued) Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Power take-off PTO not engaged No PTO enable signal Make sure PTO CONFIRM HYD input (PTO) present at solenoid LED is lit on chassis module. No signal from PTO Locate and repair or replace.
  • Page 145 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7-2: Electrical Troubleshooting (Continued) Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Tailgate Tailgate will not close Retract proximity switch Make sure retract proximity switch (Continued) (Continued) failed LED is lit. Metal sensor bracket not Adjust bracket until proximity switch is actuating proximity enabled.
  • Page 146 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7-2: Electrical Troubleshooting (Continued) Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Ejector plate Ejector plate will not Control panel MODE Set MODE rocker switch on the move rocker switch not set to control panel to DUMP. DUMP Ejector plate not fully Home proximity switch •...
  • Page 147 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7-2: Electrical Troubleshooting (Continued) Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Wired pendant Wired pendant not Pendant plug not fully • Reseat pendant plug. functioning engaged in receptacle • Plug into alternate receptacle. Damaged pendant cable Replace wired pendant cable. Power Control system not Ignition signal not present...
  • Page 148 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 7-2: Electrical Troubleshooting (Continued) Function Symptom Probable Cause Solution Electrical Electrical connection Loss of electrical Power, signal, or ground return wire troubleshooting failed connection failure. basics Cut, broken, or dislodged Locate and repair or replace. (Continued) wire Connector pin not fully Reseat pin into connector.
  • Page 149 SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS Service and Spare Parts Service Parts Spare Parts Description Description Part Number Part Number Publication: 0028607...
  • Page 150 SERVICE AND SPARE PARTS Service Parts Spare Parts Description Description Part Number Part Number Publication: 0028607...
  • Page 151 Clean Filter Procedure ....Clear the Footage Recall Memory ..3-11 Acculevel Debris Level Sensor ... . . 5-1 Compaction Function .
  • Page 152 EJECTOR PLATE Rocker Switch - Curbside control GENERAL HAZARDS AND PREVENTION SAFETY panel ....... . 3-14 Ejector Plate Slide Pad Adjustment/Replacement .
  • Page 153 JOB SITE SAFETY AND HAZARD WARNINGS — CONTINUED ......1-15 Panel Lighting ......3-12 Payout Counter .
  • Page 154 TRIP AND FALL PREVENTION SAFETY ..1-8 Troubleshooting Overview ....7-1 Safety Shields, Guards, and Safety Devices Truck Tip Over ......1-7 Inspection .
  • Page 155 Water Level ......3-7 Water Pressure ..... . 3-5, 3-8 WATER PRESSURE Rotary Dial .
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  • Page 158 Contact Super Products if you require additional information regarding the operation of your Camel™ sewer and basin cleaner truck. ~ www.superproductsllc.com 800.837.9711 SUPER PRODUCTS LLC • 17000 W. CLEVELAND AVE. NEW BERLIN, WI 53151 • P: 800.837.9711 F: 262.784.9561 Publication: 0028607...

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