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Ride-On-Sweeper, Diesel
Read this manual completely and understand
the instruc ons before opera ng the machine.
OWNER'S MANUAL
"English Version"
"Original Instruc ons"
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Rhino V2

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  • Page 1 Ride-On-Sweeper, Diesel Read this manual completely and understand the instruc ons before opera ng the machine. OWNER’S MANUAL “English Version” “Original Instruc ons” Rhino V2...
  • Page 2 Rhino V2...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Troubleshoo ng Do’s & Don't’s Sales Rep. - _______________________________ Sales Rep. contact no. - ______________________ Installation Date - ___________________________ Manufacturer’s Address: Roots Multiclean Ltd. R.K.G. Industrial Estate, Ganapathy Coimbatore - 641 006, Tamil Nadu, India. Email: rmclsales@rootsemail.com 557440045-00 Web: rootsmulticlean.in...

  • Page 4: Introduc On

    INTRODUCTION Rhino V2...
  • Page 5 In the event of any such damage, two decades, we assure you that the machine comes with our ROOTS promise the purchaser is bound by responsibility to send a claim letter to the concerned of quality, efficiency and performance.

  • Page 6: Technical Specifica On

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Rhino V2...
  • Page 7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION PARAMETER UNIT VALUE DEBRIS HOPPER MACHINE DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS HOPPER VOLUME Liters LENGTH (Opera on / Shipping) 2686 / 2694 MAXIMUM LIFT HEIGHT 1400 WIDTH (Opera on / Shipping) 1590 / 1905 LIFT CAPACITY HEIGHT (Top of air cleaner) 1665 ENGINE HEIGHT WITH OVERHEAD GUARD...

  • Page 8: Know Your Machine

    KNOW YOUR MACHINE Rhino V2...
  • Page 9 KNOW YOUR MACHINE Rhino V2...
  • Page 10 KNOW YOUR MACHINE 27. Operator Cabin (if equipped) 1. Engine hood 14. Main broom 28. Sliding window (if equipped) 2. Operator seat 15. Overhead guard (if equipped) 29. Front glass (if equipped) 3. Pre cleaner 16. Rear view mirror (if equipped) 30.

  • Page 11: Safety Instruc Ons

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Rhino V2...
  • Page 12 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY AND WARNING SYMBOLS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Applica on All paragraphs in this manual referring to you personal safety, the safety of your machine and the environment protec on are a ributed one of the following The machine with working equipment must be checked to ensure that it is warning symbols: in proper working order and is opera ng safely prior to use.
  • Page 13 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Transport Opera on This machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with The engine is to be brought to a stands ll and the machine is to be fastened limited physical, sensoric or mental capaci es or lack of experience and/or properly during transporta on.
  • Page 14 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Machines With Diesel Engine DO NOT SWEEP OR VACUUM CORROSIVE/BATTERY FLUIDS/EXPLOSIVE/FLAMMABLE/MAGNETIC/RADIOACTIVE/ Read the opera ng instruc ons of the engine manufacturer before start-up BIOHAZARD MATERIALS. and follow the safety instruc ons carefully. Risk of explosion! DO NOT SWEEP Only fill up fuel while the engine is turned off.

  • Page 15: S Ckers On The Machine

    STICKERS ON THE MACHINE Rhino V2...
  • Page 16 STICKERS ON THE MACHINE Branding Labels Opera onal Labels RAISE SWEEP SWEEP COMPACT DOOR MB-ON & SB-OFF TRANSPORT REST SIDE BROOM 1. Product category s cker 2. Manufacturer’s logo s cker 3. Product name s cker Rhino V2...
  • Page 17 STICKERS ON THE MACHINE Safety Labels (10) 1. Main/Side broom indicator s cker 2. Hopper & broom control s cker 3. Hydraulic oil filter clog indicator 4. Ba ery charging s cker 5. Turn signal indicator s cker 6. Switch panel s cker 1.
  • Page 18 STICKERS ON THE MACHINE Safety Labels Safety Labels (11) DPDT RELAY (OPTIONAL) (10) (12) (13) (14) (15) 10. Yellow/Black stripe safety s cker 11. Yellow/Black stripe safety s cker 12. Yellow/Black stripe safety s cker 13. Grease point s cker 8.

  • Page 19: Machine Operation

    MACHINE OPERATION Rhino V2...
  • Page 20 MACHINE OPERATION OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY The operator’s responsibility is to take care of the machine’s daily maintenance and routine checkups to keep the machine in good working condition. The operator must also inform the supervisor when scheduled maintenance of the machine is to be carried out.
  • Page 21 MACHINE OPERATION UNLOADING Upon Unloading Check the machine for any transit damage such as dents, paint damage, scratches, leaks, etc. Check coolant level in the radiator. Check the engine oil level. Check the fluid in the tank of hydraulic system. Check the Main and Side Broom for damage.
  • Page 22 MACHINE OPERATION WORKING PRINCIPLE USEFUL TIPS: Never sweep long packing straps, ropes, threads, twines or wires as it could ü get entangled with the main and side broom and damage its mechanism. Avoid driving in water logged area. ü Position the machine in the direction that the wind blows the dust away ü...
  • Page 23 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS Control Elements Switches Rhino V2...
  • Page 24 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS Indica ng Gauges and Lamps 1. Steering wheel 1.a. Steering lt adjustment lever 2. Side broom adjustment knob 3. Side broom raise/lower lever 4. Main broom adjustment knob 5. Main broom raise/lower lever 6. Main & Side broom on/off lever 7.
  • Page 25 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS 1. Steering Wheel: 2. Side Broom Adjustment Knob: Knob The steering wheel controls the machine’s direc on. The machine is very Rotate the knob counter-clockwise to release the mechanism, move the knob responsive to the steering wheel movements. to the desired posi on, rotate clockwise to secure the posi on.
  • Page 26 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS 3. Side Broom Raise/Lower Lever: 4. Main Broom Adjustment Knob: The side broom can be stowed and deployed via a lever on the operator’s Rotate the knob counter-clockwise to release the mechanism, move the knob to the desired posi on, rotate clockwise to secure the posi on.
  • Page 27 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS Raised posi on 5. Main Broom Raise/Lower Lever: Opera ng posi on Float posi on 6. Main Broom & Side Broom On/Off Lever: The main broom can be stowed and deployed via a lever on the operator’s console.
  • Page 28 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS 7. Hopper Door Open/Close Lever: 8. Debris Compact System (DCS) Lever: The hopper door open/close are controlled via a lever on the operator console. The debris compact system func ons are controlled via a lever on the operator console.
  • Page 29 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS 10. Thro le Lever: 9. Hopper Raise/Lower Lever: The hopper raising and lowering are controlled via a lever on the operator The engine speed can be controlled via a thro le lever assembly located in the console.
  • Page 30 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS 11. Direc on Control Pedal: 12. Brake Pedal: The direc onal pedal controls direc on of travel and the propelling speed of The brake pedal is used to slow or stop the machine. the machine. You change the speed of the machine with the pressure of your The brakes are located at the front wheels of the machine.
  • Page 31 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS 13. Parking Brake Lever: 14. Vacuum By-Pass/Filter Vibrator Switch: The parking brake is used to hold the vehicle sta onary when being parked The vacuum by-pass switch is used to ac vate the by-pass feature of the sweep a er use.
  • Page 32 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS 17. Igni on Key Switch for Engine Start/Stop: 15. Headlamp Switch: The headlamp switch is used to ac vate the headlamps, tail lamps & The igni on key switch starts and stops the machine’s engine. It is located at the right hand side of the steering wheel in the operator’s ac vate the lamp inside the gauges .
  • Page 33 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS 18. Horn Switch: 20. Hydraulic Oil Filter Clog Indicator Lamp: The horn switch is used to ac vate the horn. Push the switch to honk once. A filter clog indicator lamp is located on the dashboard it glows red to tell the operator that the hydraulic system return line filter is clogged.
  • Page 34 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS 24. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge: 22. Parking Brake Indicator Lamp (if equipped): The engine oil pressure gauge is used to inform the operator that the engine oil The parking brake lamp glows when the parking brake is engaged to park the pressure is lower than the required opera ng parameter.
  • Page 35 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS 28. Hourmeter: WARNING: Do not let the fuel tank empty completely. Air can enter the fuel system. The fuel system will need bleeding before the next engine start. 26. Ba ery Charging Gauge: The hourmeter records the number of hours the machine has been operated. Use this informa on to determine machine periodical maintenance intervals.
  • Page 36 MACHINE OPERATION CONTROLLING AND INDICATING ELEMENTS 30. LH side brush actuator switch (if equipped) Operator Seat: The operator seat can be adjusted forward Side brush actuator switch or backward to suite the user’s height. It has two foldable armrests and a seat belt (if equipped).
  • Page 37 MACHINE OPERATION CABIN KIT ( If Equipped ) The cabin features a sliding window to add convenience to the operator. To open the window release the lock and slide the window sector backwards. To close the window sector, push the window forward ll it locks. The adjust the rear view mirror open the sliding window.
  • Page 38 MACHINE OPERATION Main Cabin Door Note: Keep the switches on Off posi on when not in use. Do not use the power socket to connect high power electrical equipments. 1 - Ven la on fan switch 4. Work lamp front switch 2 - Cabin fan switch 5.
  • Page 39 MACHINE OPERATION INITIAL STARTUP STARTING THE MACHINE Pre-Opera ve Checklist Before star ng the machine: Check the engine oil level. è Check the engine coolant level. è Check the radiator and oil cooler fins for debris. è Check the hydraulic system oil level. è...
  • Page 40 MACHINE OPERATION DRIVING THE MACHINE Star ng: ECU Panel 1. Sit in operator seat, adjust seat posi on (if required) ensure parking brake is applied, check if the direc on control pedal is in neutral posi on. 2. Thro le should be in idle posi on. NOTE: If engine does not start in the first crank, do not continue cranking, open hood and check for any indication on the ECU panel.
  • Page 41 MACHINE OPERATION DRIVING THE MACHINE Driving: Slowing & Stopping: 5. Press the directional control pedal forward to propel the machine in the 8. When the foot is taken off the pedal the machine will slow down and will forward direction. coast to a stop.
  • Page 42 MACHINE OPERATION DRIVING THE MACHINE Driving With Headlamps & Op onal Work Lamps: NOTE: Switch Off the headlamps and work lamps when not in use. Risk of battery drain. 9. Use the headlamps to provide illumina on in dark or low lit areas. Op onal work lamps provide extra illumina on on the corners/rear of the Ø...
  • Page 43 MACHINE OPERATION DRIVING THE MACHINE SWEEPING Pick up oversized debris before sweeping. Fla en or remove bulky cartons from 11. The machine can be equipped with an op onal Over Head Guard (OHG) to aisles before sweeping. Pick up pieces of wire, ropes, string, etc., which could protect the operator from overhead falling of any debris.
  • Page 44 MACHINE OPERATION SWEEPING Start Of Sweeping: 3. Lower the main broom and side broom. 1. Set thro le posi ons as required. Main broom lever SWEEP Medium engine speed - For normal flat surfaces. Release the lever from the notch and push it forward to lower the main broom. Higher engine speed - For sweeping on inclined surfaces.
  • Page 45 MACHINE OPERATION SWEEPING 4. Ensure vacuum suc on is switched On. 6. Ac vate the Debris Compact System (DCS) lever to move the debris from the rear entrance towards the deep inside of the hopper (compact mode). COMPACT 7. Return the hopper to its normal posi on to con nue sweeping (return to sweep mode).
  • Page 46 MACHINE OPERATION SWEEPING Emptying The Debris Hopper: End Of Sweeping: 1. Switch Off main broom and side broom. 1. Drive the machine at a slow speed to the desired dumping area. MB-ON & SB-OFF 2. Raise the main broom and side broom. TRANSPORT REST 2.
  • Page 47 MACHINE OPERATION SWEEPING Engaging The Hopper Safety Stopper 3. Ensure that the hopper is in normal sweep posi on. 4. Open the hopper door to commence dumping of debris. 5. Close the door and lower the hopper completely. The safety stopper is a device used to prevent the hopper from falling down while cleaning or during maintenance works.
  • Page 48 MACHINE OPERATION Disengaging The Hopper Safety Stopper 1. Engage parking brake. 2. Start the engine. 3. Raise hopper up completely. 4. Release the safety stopper from the locked posi on. 5. Place the safety stopper back in its storage posi on. 6.
  • Page 49 MACHINE OPERATION CLEANING THE DUST FILTERS The machine is equipped with two dust filters to filter out fine dust during the 2. Use the latches to remove the filter holders and then to remove the filters. sweeping opera on. The dust filters have to be cleaned periodically to maintain its op mum cleaning performance.

  • Page 50: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Rhino V2...
  • Page 51 MAINTENANCE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Preventive Maintenance Instructions HYDRAULICS LUBRICATION Fluid tank for Hydraulic System Engine: The hydraulic oil tank is located below the operator seat. Kindly refer the Engine Operator’s Manual supplied along with this machine for The hydraulic pump is located in the engine bay attached to the engine. service and maintenance of the engine.
  • Page 52 MAINTENANCE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Battery The hydraulic tank has a built in filter system to remove any dirt or debris from the oil. The return line hydraulic oil filter is located ahead of the operators cab. Return Line Filter The battery is located under the foot well of the operators cab. Turn the lock to access the battery door.
  • Page 53 MAINTENANCE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Belts Anti Static Drag Chain An sta c drag chain A sta c drag chain prevents the buildup of sta c electricity in the machine. The chain is a ached to the machine by a rear main brush skirt retaining bolt. Make sure the chain is touching the floor at all mes.
  • Page 54 MAINTENANCE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE BROOMS To replace the dust filters Before leaving the machine: park on a level surface, stop engine, engage Main Broom parking brake and remove key. 1. Open the hood of the filter chamber using the latch. 2. Operate the toggle clamps to remove the filter holder. 3.
  • Page 55 MAINTENANCE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Main broom pattern checking and adjusting 1. Apply white chalk powder on to a smooth surface. 2. Raise the side broom and main broom and position the main broom over the chalked surface. 3. Apply parking brake. Toggle clamp 4.
  • Page 56 MAINTENANCE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Side Broom To replace the side broom: 1. Park the machine on a flat surface. 2. Engage parking brake. 3. Stop the engine. 4. Rotate the side broom by hand till the lift bar is visible. Wear safety gloves. 5.
  • Page 57 MAINTENANCE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Door apron NOTE: Tire pressure will affect the apron clearance, maintain recommended tire pressure at all times. Broom door seals The dirt hopper aprons are located at the bottom rear of the hopper. The aprons float over the debris to direct it into the hopper. These aprons are prone to wear due to friction.
  • Page 58 MAINTENANCE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE TIRES AND BRAKES The dust hopper seals are located on both sides and bottom part of the chassis area that come in contact of the dust hopper as shown in figure. Brakes Check the seals leak forwear or damage and replace if necessary. Master Reservoir Hopper filter door seals The hydraulic brakes are located on the front wheels which are of a drum type...
  • Page 59 MAINTENANCE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE PUSHING, TRANSPORTING AND TOWING THE MACHINE Parking brake Pushing or towing the machine Check and adjust the parking brake if it becomes easy to set, machines rolls after engaging brake. Wheels and Tires If the machine becomes disabled, it can be pushed from the front or rear of the machine.
  • Page 60 MAINTENANCE TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Transporting the machine JACKING THE MACHINE Always park the machine on a flat dry surface before jacking. Transporting the machine by driving onto a truck: Ensure that the hopper is empty before jacking the machine. 1.
  • Page 61 MAINTENANCE ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE STORING THE MACHINE If the machine has to be stored for a prolonged duration follow the below procedure: 1. Clean the machine completely to remove any dirt. 2. Clean the dust filters and hopper completely. 3. Park the machine in a dry covered place to protect it from the elements. 4.
  • Page 62 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE TABLE INTERVAL MAINTENANCE AREA THINGS TO CHECK Main & Side Broom Inspect brooms for wear and damage, remove strings and debris from bristles and drive assembly if found. Air intake system Empty & clean dust cup of pre-cleaner, Check the air filter clog indicator. Coolant system Check coolant level and top up as needed.

  • Page 63: Troubleshoo Ng

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE TABLE INTERVAL MAINTENANCE AREA THINGS TO CHECK Engine Refer engine owner's manual. Clean air filter. NOTE: Clean more o en in dusty condi ons. Air intake system Replace air filter. Ba ery Check water level, clean and ghten ba ery cable connec on. Steering Cylinder (2 fi...

  • Page 64: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Cause Remedy Refer the engine manual supplied with the machine. Engine Direc onal control pedal return spring is out of Machine creeps in neutral Adjust pedal spring adjustment Hydraulic system problem: Broom motor Brooms do not turn or turn Broom control valve Refer Hydraulic System problems in this sec on very slowly...
  • Page 65 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Cause Remedy Hydraulic system problem: Control valve Dirt hopper does not raise or Gear pump Refer Hydraulic System problems in this sec on lower Li cylinder Relief valve Line to cylinder leak Tighten fi ngs or replace hose Dirt hopper li cylinder Piston seals leaking Replace seals...
  • Page 66 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Cause Remedy Pump leaking Replace seals/gaskets Relief valve(s) stuck Clean or repalce Hydraulic variable Drive coupling malfunc on Replace coupling displacement pump failure Pump gears worn or damaged Replace gears or pump Maintain correct level in hydraulic tank. Keep all hose Damage due to entry of air into the hydraulic system fi...

  • Page 67: Do's & Don't's

    DO’S & DON'T’S DO'S DON'T'S Always use the machine only on a level flat surface. Do not drive the machine in bad roads. ü û Use the machine to collect only dry debris. Do not leave the ignition key in the machine when not in use or during ü...
  • Page 68 Rhino V2...
  • Page 69 Roots Multiclean Ltd. R.K.G. Industrial Estate, Ganapathy, Coimbatore - 641 006, India. Phone: +91 (422) 4330 330, E-mail: rmclsales@rootsemail.com Web: rootsmulticlean.in, Toll Free: 1800 41 99 77 9 Rhino V2...

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