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SweepEx SWB-320 Owner's Manual

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March 1, 2019
Lit. No. 72356, Rev. 00
Rotary Broom
SWB-320
Owner's Manual
Original Instructions
CAUTION
Read this document before operating or
servicing the rotary broom.
This document is for SweepEx
SWB-320 rotary brooms with
®
serial numbers beginning with 170301 and higher.
This document supersedes all editions with an earlier date.

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual Original Instructions CAUTION Read this document before operating or servicing the rotary broom. This document is for SweepEx SWB-320 rotary brooms with ® serial numbers beginning with 170301 and higher. This document supersedes all editions with an earlier date.
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFACE .................................. 5 Owner's Information ............................5 SAFETY ..................................6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..........................9 General Safety ..............................9 Operating in Winter .............................9 Component Vocabulary ............................10 Operator Controls .............................11 Starting/Stopping Motor ............................12 Adjusting Handlebar Height ..........................13 Transporting ..............................14 Adjusting Discharge Direction...........................15 Sweeping ................................16 Debris Collector Box (Optional Accessory) ......................17 Debris Shield (Optional Accessory) ........................18...
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  • Page 5: Preface

    PREFACE This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with When service is necessary, bring your rotary broom the safety information, operation, and maintenance to your distributor. They know your rotary broom best of your new rotary broom. Please read this manual and are interested in your complete satisfaction.

  • Page 6: Safety

    Serial Number Label Other useful information can also be described. B&S 550E 2017 130 lb 170301041234SWB320 SWB-320 DANGER ZONE Keep all bystanders away from the rotary broom at least 30 feet (10 meters), as depicted in the diagram below. WARNING Flying objects;...
  • Page 7 SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PERSONAL SAFETY • Wear only snug- tting clothing while working on Improper assembly and operation could cause your rotary broom. personal injury and/or equipment and property damage. Read and understand labels and this • Do not wear jewelry or a necktie, and secure long Owner's Manual before assembling, operating, or hair.
  • Page 8 SAFETY FIRE AND EXPLOSION TORQUE CHART WARNING CAUTION Gasoline is highly ammable and gasoline Read instructions before assembling. vapor is explosive. Never smoke while Fasteners should be nger tight until working on vehicle. Keep all open ames instructed to tighten according to the torque away from gasoline tank and lines.

  • Page 9: Operating Instructions

    GENERAL SAFETY/OPERATING IN WINTER GENERAL SAFETY OPERATING IN WINTER Do not operate the rotary broom in an unsafe Check regularly that the air lter is dry. If the air manner. Make yourself familiar with the surroundings lter has become wet, let it dry overnight. There is a before starting work in a new location.

  • Page 10: Component Vocabulary

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COMPONENT VOCABULARY Handlebar Movement Brush Lever Lever Throttle Control Brush Angle Adjustment Engine Receiver Brushes Caster Wheels Drive Wheel Lit. No. 72356, Rev. 00 March 1, 2019...

  • Page 11: Operator Controls

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATOR CONTROLS Drive WARNING The handlebar can get stuck inside long sleeves. This could prevent the drive from disengaging and result in injury. Set the bar lower if wearing long sleeves or tightly button Brushes the sleeves. Throttle WARNING Avoid injury and damage;...

  • Page 12: Starting/Stopping Motor

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING/STOPPING MOTOR Pull the starter coil. Stand behind the handlebars. Do not press any levers. WARNING Engine exhaust contains lethal fumes. Breathing these fumes, even in low concentrations, can cause death. Never operate an engine in an enclosed area without venting exhaust to the outside.

  • Page 13: Adjusting Handlebar Height

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Shutting Down the Motor ADJUSTING HANDLEBAR HEIGHT Move the throttle to the "OFF" position. There are four settings for adjusting the handlebar height. 1. Push the adjustment lever with your foot. 2. Adjust handlebars to the desired height. Release the lever.

  • Page 14: Transporting

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TRANSPORTING Securing for Transport 1. Position the strap at the front of the broom as Carrying shown. 2. Position the straps at the rear of the broom as shown. Position hands to hold the front of the broom as shown below.

  • Page 15: Adjusting Discharge Direction

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ADJUSTING DISCHARGE DIRECTION Left Discharge Direction: There are four settings available for the discharge direction: three primary positions and a sideways position when using the optional accessories. Forward Discharge Direction: The swept material will heap up in front of the brushes. You should give preference to angled brush settings.

  • Page 16: Sweeping

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SWEEPING 3. Engage the movement drive. Just follow behind the rotary broom. 1. Lift up the brushes by pushing down on the handlebars. Engage the brushes. 4. Set the speed by using the throttle lever. Do not try to hold the rotary broom back or push it. 2.

  • Page 17: Debris Collector Box (Optional Accessory)

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DEBRIS COLLECTOR BOX (Optional Accessory) Rotary Broom with Debris Collector Box (DCB-320) Mount as shown below, paying attention to the alignment with the brush hood. To dump the debris, simply pull the handle from the To dump the debris into a separate container, remove operating position so the debris can fall out.

  • Page 18: Debris Shield (Optional Accessory)

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DEBRIS SHIELD 2. Slide the debris shield over the receiver bars. (Optional Accessory) Rotary Broom with Optional Debris Shield (PCA-320) Receiver Bar 3. Installation is complete. 1. Slide one fender washer over each receiver bar. Fender Washers Lit. No. 72356, Rev. 00 March 1, 2019...

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE OIL AND GAS Fill Level Capacities: 1. Remove oil cap; wipe dipstick clean. Oil: 0.47 qt (0.44 L) 2. Replace dipstick in the oil ller neck; do not screw Gasoline: 0.20 qt (0.76 L) down. Use 86 octane or higher unleaded gasoline. 3.

  • Page 20: Tire Pressure

    MAINTENANCE TIRE PRESSURE 3. Turn the wheel counterclockwise to expose the valve stem. WARNING Use safety glasses and gloves when in ating and installing the tires. Use manual pump only to in ate. Refer to the tire sidewall for manufacturer's recommended pressure. Do not exceed the maximum in ation pressure.

  • Page 21: Adjusting Control Cables

    MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING CONTROL CABLES 3. The drive wheel should just turn when the lever is not engaged. IMPORTANT: It may be necessary to reset the cables after rotary broom has been operating for a few hours. The cables need reset if the levers move more than one-third of the lever's travel without resistance.

  • Page 22: Replacing/Changing Brushes

    MAINTENANCE REPLACING/CHANGING THE BRUSHES 3. Remove the nut and pull off the brush. IMPORTANT: Check the brushes after every 20 hours of use. The brushes must be replaced if you are no longer satis ed with the brushing result, or if the brush diameter is below 8-5/8" (220 mm). 1.
  • Page 23 MAINTENANCE 5. Parts after disassembly. NOTE: For any other bristle kit, the bristle rows should be curving upward from the left (looking from the front). Right Left Brush Brush Axle Washer NOTE: If replacing or changing the multi-purpose brushes, the black row of bristles must touch the ground before the white row when the brush rotates.
  • Page 24 MAINTENANCE 6. Assemble the right-hand brush with the axle to the 8. Fit the left-hand brush over the axle. rotary broom. The tab on the cap-gear should t into the slot of 9. Install the cap and washer, ensuring the tabs and the brush cylinder.

  • Page 25: Maintenance Plan

    MAINTENANCE Before After 3 After MAINTENANCE PLAN/ After the following operating hours: every month At least every CLEANING min. annually cleaning Check screws and nuts Check motor oil level, re ll if necessary First motor oil change All further motor oil changes Check air lter Clean air lter element, earlier if necessary...

  • Page 26: Cleaning

    MAINTENANCE CLEANING • To keep your rotary broom in good condition, clean it regularly. • Remove loose dirt or dust with a car wash brush. Wash plastic surfaces with water and soap. Use normal car cleaning soap. Rinse off all cleaners thoroughly with clean water.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Bad brushing results Brushes wrongly mounted Mount brushes correctly; observe working direction Brush pressure too high Readjust support wheel; Reduce brush pressure Brushes not genuine SweepEx ® parts Use only SweepEx brushes Brushes not suitable for application Contact Customer Service to determine correct brush...
  • Page 28 TrynEx International may require or recommend optional equipment for rotary brooms. TrynEx International offers a limited warranty for all rotary brooms and accessories. See separately printed page for this important information. The following is a registered ( ) trademark of Douglas Dynamics, LLC: SweepEx ® ®...

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