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Original Operating Manual
Front Sweeping Machine FKM 60, FKM 60L
Order number: B00099
Manufactured by
Kersten Arealmaschinen GmbH
Empeler Straße 95
D - 46459 Rees
www.kersten-maschinen.de
From machine no.: 61780
Rev.: R00
Distributed in UK by
Kersten (UK) Ltd Tel. 0118 986 9253
Progrees House
39 Boulton Road Reading, RG2 0NH
www.kerstenuk.com - info@kerstenuk.com
As of: 2018-12-18

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  • Page 1 Original Operating Manual Front Sweeping Machine FKM 60, FKM 60L Order number: B00099 From machine no.: 61780 Rev.: R00 As of: 2018-12-18 Manufactured by Distributed in UK by Kersten Arealmaschinen GmbH Kersten (UK) Ltd Tel. 0118 986 9253 Empeler Straße 95...
  • Page 2 All rights reserved. This documentation is protected by copyright. Kersten Arealmaschinen GmbH reserves all rights not expressly granted. Without prior written consent and except as permitted by law, this documentation may not be reproduced, distributed or made publicly available in any other way.
  • Page 3 As self-propelled implements and implements can cause serious accidents or hazards if used improperly, expert instruction and authorized personnel must be instructed during the initial commissioning of the Kersten implement. The best way to familiarize yourself with its basic functions and its handling is to choose a free and level terrain for your first trip.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Foreword 1.1 Overview ............................. 7 Security 2.1 Symbols in this manual........................9 2.2 Pictograms ............................11 2.3 Intended use ............................. 13 2.4 Work and danger areas ........................14 2.5 Safety during the work process ......................17 2.6 Safety devices ..........................19 2.7 Safety labeling ..........................
  • Page 5 6.2.1 Collective or free-lance operation ....................49 6.3 Operating instructions mounted side brush (option) ................ 50 6.3.1 Setting the mounted side broom ....................51 6.4 Operating instructions KM-Control (option) ..................53 Maintenance 7.1 Safety ..............................55 7.2 Parts ..............................55 7.3 Maintenance .............................

  • Page 6: Foreword

    Foreword Foreword Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a quality product from Kersten. This product has been manufactured according to the latest manufacturing techniques and comprehensive quality assurance measures, because only when you are satisfied with your device, our goal is reached.

  • Page 7: Overview

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Foreword Overview Fig. 1: Overview of the front view Broom Housing Mechanical swivel device Cover chain drive 2018-12-18 7 / 74...
  • Page 8 Front sweeper FKM 60 Foreword Fig. 2: Overview of the rear view 1 Hydraulic motor 2 Hand crank for height adjustment 3 Parking support 4 Hydraulic block 5 Mounting plate for mounting frame 6 Caster wheels The front sweeper is used for area maintenance and is used for sweeping on paved areas, sidewalks and facilities.

  • Page 9: Security

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Security Symbols in this manualSicherheitshinweise The following occupational safety symbols stand for all safety instructions that indicate a danger to the life and limb of persons and are marked by a pictogram, a signal word and a signal color.
  • Page 10 Front sweeper FKM 60 Security NOTE Type and source of machine or plant damage This symbol warns of a dangerous situation and serves to identify a note on the handling of the machine or system. Failure to follow these instructions may result in extensive property damage.

  • Page 11: Pictograms

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Pictograms Follow instructions Do not use the marked machine until the instructions have been read. Wear protective clothing This label indicates that protective clothing must be worn in the area concerned. Protective clothing is tight-fitting workwear with low tear resistance, tight sleeves and no protruding parts.
  • Page 12 Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Operating instructions and safety instructions Before commissioning read and observe the operating instructions and safety instructions. Never open or remove protective devices while the engine is running. Follow the instructions in the technical manual. Smudge! Touch machine parts only when they have come to a complete stop.

  • Page 13: Intended Use

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Intended Use WARNING Danger of injury / risk of environmental damage due to improper use of the machine! Incorrect use of the machine can result in injury or risk of damage to the environment or property (on the machine or system)! •...

  • Page 14: Work And Danger Areas

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Work and danger areas Free-running operation Fig. 3: Working and danger area in free-lance operation • RET  danger area • YELLOW  Security area (5 meters before brush ejection • GREEN  Workspace 2018-12-18...
  • Page 15 Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Collecting operation with side brush (option) Fig. 4: Working and danger area in collecting operation with side brush • RED  Danger area • YELLOW  safety area (5 meters radially around brush ejection) •...
  • Page 16 Front sweeper FKM 60 Security WARNING Danger of injury / risk of environmental damage from working / staying in the danger area! Working / stopping in the danger zone poses a risk of injury or damage to the environment or property (on the machine or system)! •...

  • Page 17: Safety During The Work Process

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Safety during the work process Before starting work WARNING Risk of injury / risk of environmental damage due to non-compliance with the safety measures! Failure to comply with the safety measures can result in injury or risk of...
  • Page 18 Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Leaving the machine WARNING Risk of injury / risk of environmental damage due to non-compliance with the safety measures! Failure to comply with the safety measures can result in injury or risk of damage to the environment and property (on the machine or the carrier vehicle)! •...

  • Page 19: Safety Devices

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Safety devices DANGER Danger of life or injury due to non-functioning safety devices! Failure to operate or disable the safety equipment can result in serious injury or even death. • Before starting work, check that all safety devices are installed correctly and correctly.

  • Page 20: Safety Labeling

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Safety labeling The following icons and signs are in the workspace. They refer to the immediate environment in which they are installed. WARNING Danger of injury due to illegible or missing signs! Missing and illegible labels and signs can cause serious health effects or life- threatening injuries.
  • Page 21 Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Dirt and surrounding objects ATTENTION Danger of injury by falling over dirt and surrounding objects! Dirt and surrounding objects form slides and stumbling. In a fall, injuries can be caused. • Always keep the work area clean.

  • Page 22: Noise Level

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Noise level Valid noise protection regulations as well as the warnings of the complete documentation must be observed. The local noise level depends on the local ambient noise. The noise level must be checked at regular intervals by the operator.
  • Page 23 Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Hydraulic DANGER Danger of life or injury due to hydraulic energy! By hydraulically driven moving components there is a risk of life or injury. • Work on the hydraulic system should only be carried out by qualified hydraulics.

  • Page 24: Personal Protective Equipment

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Security Personal protective equipment Protective clothing Protective clothing is tight-fitting workwear with low tear resistance, tight sleeves and no protruding parts. Safety goggles The safety glasses are used to protect the eyes from flying parts and liquid splashes.

  • Page 25: Environmental Protection

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Security 2.10 Environmental Protection WARNING Danger of environmental damage due to improper handling of operating materials or operating materials as well as cleaning agents or cleaning agents! Improper handling of operating materials or materials as well as cleaning agents or materials can result in extensive environmental and material damage.

  • Page 26: Safety Instructions For Maintenance / Troubleshooting

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Security 2.11 Safety instructions for maintenance / troubleshooting Behavior in case of dangerous malfunctions Basically: Immediately initiate emergency stop in the case of faults that pose an immediate danger to persons or property. Determine the cause of the fault.
  • Page 27 Front sweeper FKM 60 Security WARNING Risk of injury / risk of environmental damage due to lack of / faulty maintenance (general)! There is a risk of injury due to a lack of maintenance as well as a risk of damage to the environment and property (on the machine or system)! •...
  • Page 28 Front sweeper FKM 60 Security WARNING Danger of injury / risk of environmental damage due to lack of / incorrect maintenance of the hydraulics! The lack of maintenance of the hydraulics poses a risk of injury as well as the risk of damage to the environment and property (on the machine or system)! •...

  • Page 29: Safety Instructions For Disassembly And Disposal

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Security 2.12 Safety instructions for disassembly and disposal WARNING Risk of injury due to improper disassembly! Stored residual energy, angular components, points and corners on or in the machine or on the required tools can cause injuries.

  • Page 30: Function Description

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Function Description Function Description Overview Fig. 6: Overview of the front view 1 Broom 2 Housing 3 Mechanical swivel device 4 Cover chain drive 2018-12-18 30 / 74...
  • Page 31 Front sweeper FKM 60 Function Description Fig. 7: Overview of the rear view 1 Hydraulic motor 2 Hand crank for height adjustment 3 Parking support 4 Hydraulic block 5 Mounting plate for mounting frame 6 Caster wheels The front sweeper is used for area maintenance and is used for sweeping on paved areas, sidewalks and facilities.

  • Page 32: Drive Sweeping Roller

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Function Description Drive sweeping roller Fig. 8: Hydraulic components 1 Cover 2 Chain drive with gear 3 Chain tensioner 4 Hydraulic drive An external hydraulic pump of the carrier vehicle provides for the circulation of the hydraulic oil.

  • Page 33: Cultivation Frame

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Function Description Cultivation frame Fig. 9: Mounting frame 1 Mounting frame 2 Fastening bolts with clearance The front sweeper is mounted on tractors or municipal vehicles. For the respective carrier vehicle corresponding mounting frame (1) are mounted.

  • Page 34: Options

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Function Description Options 3.4.1 Dirt collecting container (option) Fig. 10: Dirt collecting container (collecting operation) Lead roles Dirt collection Front pivot Locking Hydraulic cylinders Rear pivot During operation, the broom moves the dirt into a dirt collector (2), which is carried along on feed rollers (1).
  • Page 35 Front sweeper FKM 60 Function Description Fig. 11: Dirt collecting container (free-running operation) Hydraulic block Shut-off valve The protective container can be pivoted with closed lock around the front pivot. In order to operate the dirt collector in free-running operation, the shut-off valve (8) on the hydraulic block (7) closed when open.

  • Page 36: Hydraulic Swivel Device (Option)

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Function Description 3.4.2 Hydraulic swivel device (option) Fig. 12: Dirt collecting container with swivel device (collecting operation) Pivot Hydraulic cylinders The sweeper can be swung laterally to the left or right according to the resulting work.

  • Page 37: Aufkratzleiste With Hydraulic Actuation (Option)

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Function Description 3.4.3 On scratch bar with hydraulic actuation (option) Fig. 13: On scratch bar (collecting operation) On scratch bar On the scratch bar (1) can be switched hydraulically via an actuator. The scraper bar (1) is mounted in front of the machine and solves persistent game growth from the ground.

  • Page 38: Attachment Brush (Option)

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Function Description 3.4.4 Attachment brush (option) Fig. 14: Attachment side brush Turnbuckle Joint with lock Spring joint with stop Adjustment plate with lock Hydraulic drive Brush The mounted side brush returns leaves, dirt and weeds to edge strips and allows cleaning with the front sweeper.

  • Page 39: Water Splash Device (Option)

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Function Description 3.4.6 Water Splash Device (Option) Fig. 15: Front sweeper with water sprinkler Sprinkler line Electric submersible pump Water tank The optional water blasting device prevents dust formation on dry surfaces. An electric submersible pump (2) pumps water from the tanks (3) into a sprinkler line...

  • Page 40: Warning Flags And Marker Lights (Option)

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Function Description 3.4.7 Warning flags and marker lights (option) Fig. 16: Front sweeper with warning flags and marker lights Marker lights red-white Warning flags Optionally, the front sweeper can be equipped with warning flags (2) and marker lights (1)

  • Page 41: Transport, Packaging And Storage

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Transport, packaging and storage Transport, packaging and storage Assembly, installation and commissioning are carried out exclusively by employees of the dealer or by persons authorized by him. Nevertheless, it may happen that operators or maintenance personnel of the operator are entrusted with the handling of packages during the installation and further use.

  • Page 42: Transport Of The Machine

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Transport, packaging and storage Transport of the machine The machine is usually transported together with the required carrier vehicle. NOTE Property damage due to improper handling! Improper handling of the machine can lead to damage. •...

  • Page 43: Assembly / Installation, Installation, Commissioning

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Assembly / installation, installation, commissioning Assembly / installation, installation, commissioning Safety It is essential to observe all the safety instructions listed in the chapter Safety! (See chapter 2 Safety on page 9) Mechanical coupling / uncoupling...
  • Page 44 Front sweeper FKM 60 Assembly / installation, installation, commissioning Fig. 17: Coupling and uncoupling of the front sweeper Clearance Coupling The following points should be observed when coupling the attachment: Hook the attachment frame of the sweeper into the front hydraulics or into the interchangeable holder of the carrier vehicle.

  • Page 45: Connecting / Disconnecting Hydraulic Hoses

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Assembly / installation, installation, commissioning Connecting / disconnecting hydraulic hoses When connecting or disconnecting hydraulic hoses with thread, the following points should be noted: • Stop the engine of the carrier machine! • Move hydraulic controls back and forth to relieve any overpressure.

  • Page 46: Service

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Service Operation Operating instructions Sweeping roller 6.1.1 Height adjustment of the sweeping roller Fig. 18: Height adjustment of the mounting frame Clearance mounting frame 2018-12-18 46 / 74...
  • Page 47 Front sweeper FKM 60 Service Fig. 19: Adjustment of the brush plate Sweeping track Locking dirt collector Hand crank for height adjustment Caster wheels The sweeping roller is firmly mounted in the basic housing. The height of the sweeping roller can be adjusted via the height-adjustable trailing wheels (5).

  • Page 48: Setting The Speed Of The Sweeping Roller

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Service 6.1.2 Setting the speed of the sweeping roller The speed of the sweeping roller can be adjusted via the flow control valve on the hydraulic block. (Exception: with the additional option "KM-Control" the speed setting is not possible!) 6.1.3...

  • Page 49: Operating Instructions Dirt Collecting Container (Option)

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Service Hydraulic side adjustment with solenoid changeover valve (option) Interrupt the work and stop the hydraulic supply to drive the sweeping roller. Only now activate the switch for the solenoid changeover valve and use the hydraulics of the carrier vehicle to swing the machine into the desired position.

  • Page 50: Operating Instructions Mounted Side Brush (Option)

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Service (4) On the hydraulic block (3), the dirt collecting container (1) remains in position so that the free-running operation is ensured. Collecting operation If pressure is applied to the supply line under the open shut-off valve (4), the dirt collector (1) closes.

  • Page 51: Setting The Mounted Side Broom

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Service 6.3.1 Setting the mounted side broom Note Before adjusting the mounted side broom, adjust the sweeping mirror (see chapter 3.4.4 Hinged side brush (option) on page 38). The broom should be approx. 10-15 ° outwards and inclined slightly forward in the direction of travel.
  • Page 52 Front sweeper FKM 60 Service Adjustment of inclination Fig. 24: Tilt mounted side brush Locking bolts Clamping lever The mounted side brush can be adjusted via two axes in its inclination. The broom can be adjusted at fixed intervals by a locking pin (2) and secured by a clamping lever (3).

  • Page 53: Operating Instructions Km-Control (Option)

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Service Operating instructions KM-Control (option) Fig. 25: KM-Control Pushbutton - operation solenoid changeover valve Illuminated pushbutton switches - automatic height adjustment, strong Illuminated pushbutton switch - automatic height adjustment, weak Buttons - Manual height adjustment, Ab...
  • Page 54 Front sweeper FKM 60 Service Automatic height adjustment The automatic height adjustment ensures the optimum sweeping level during operation and thus ensures a good sweeping result with low wear. The KM-Control can adjust the sweeping roller height by a hydraulic drive on the height adjustment (see chapter 6.1.1 Adjusting the height of the sweeping roller...

  • Page 55: Maintenance

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Maintenance Maintenance Safety It is essential to observe all the safety instructions listed in the chapter Safety! (See chapter 2 Safety on page 9) Parts Wrong spare parts DANGER Danger of life or injury due to the use of incorrect spare parts! This symbol warns of an imminent danger to the life and health of persons.

  • Page 56: Maintenance

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Maintenance Maintenance 7.3.1 Daily check Staff: • Private and commercial operators Protective gear: • Protective clothing • Protective gloves • Safety goggles The planning, execution and documentation of tests must be carried out in consideration of the valid regulations and laws by the operator.
  • Page 57 Front sweeper FKM 60 Maintenance Smudges Staff: • Private and commercial operators Protective gear: • Protective clothing • Protective gloves • Safety goggles Fig. 26: Lubrication points FKM 60 2018-12-18 57 / 74...

  • Page 58: Replacing The Sweeping Roller

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Maintenance Fig. 27: Lubrication points Drive FKM 60 The machine must be lubricated at intervals of 20 operating hours at the points shown. 7.3.3 Replacing the sweeping roller DANGER Danger of life or injury due to a machine in operation!
  • Page 59 Front sweeper FKM 60 Maintenance The following describes how to change the sweeping roller: Open the dirt collector (see chapter 3.4.1 Dirt collector (option) on page 34). Settling the sweeping roller on the ground. Fig. 28: Dismantling the side panel...
  • Page 60 Front sweeper FKM 60 Maintenance Fig. 29: Dismantling the bearing Bearings with bushes Remove the bearing with bushings (3) from the broom carrier. 2018-12-18 60 / 74...
  • Page 61 Front sweeper FKM 60 Maintenance Fig. 30: Pull off broom carrier Broom Broom carrier Pull the broom carrier (5) to the right so that it releases from the left-hand bearing point of the sweeping roller (4). 2018-12-18 61 / 74...
  • Page 62 Front sweeper FKM 60 Maintenance Fig. 31: Disassemble the sweeping roller Broom Broom Pull the sweeping roller (4) off the broom carrier (5). Proceed in the reverse order for installation. 2018-12-18 62 / 74...

  • Page 63: Check Safety Features

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Maintenance 7.3.4 Check safety features Staff: • Operators Protective gear: • Protective clothing • Protective gloves The planning, execution and documentation of tests must be carried out in consideration of the valid regulations and laws by the operator.

  • Page 64: Procedure For Malfunctions

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Maintenance Procedure for malfunctions Basically: Immediately initiate emergency stop in the case of faults that pose an immediate danger to persons or property. Determine the cause of the fault. If troubleshooting requires work in the hazardous area, switch off the machine and secure it against being switched on again.

  • Page 65: Faults / Troubleshooting

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Faults / Troubleshooting Faults / Troubleshooting The following chapter describes possible causes of malfunctions and how to eliminate them. If there are more faults, shorten the maintenance intervals according to the actual load. In the event of faults which can not be eliminated by the following instructions, contact the manufacturer.

  • Page 66: Fault Cause And Remedy

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Faults / Troubleshooting Hydraulically operated components DANGER Danger of life or injury due to work on hydraulic components Working on the hydraulic units and on hydraulic components during troubleshooting may result in danger of death or injury, as well as a risk of property damage to the machine or system! •...

  • Page 67: Fault Table Sweeper

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Faults / Troubleshooting Fault table sweeper Fault Possible causes Remedy Hydraulic motor does not Vehicle does not run. Start carrier vehicle. turn Hydraulic power take-off not Switch on hydraulic auxiliary drive. switched on. Hydraulic hoses not connected.

  • Page 68: Procedure After Troubleshooting

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Disassembly, disposal Procedure after troubleshooting After troubleshooting, proceed as follows: When the fault has been rectified, acknowledge the fault. - The fault is acknowledged, the machine can - if no further fault message is present - be put back into operation Make sure that no persons are in the danger zone.
  • Page 69 Front sweeper FKM 60 Disassembly, disposal ATTENTION Danger to the environment through incorrect disposal! Incorrect disposal can be hazardous to the environment. • Have electronic waste, electronic components, lubricants and other additives disposed of by authorized specialist companies. • In case of doubt, obtain information on environmentally sound disposal from the local municipal authority or specialist waste disposal companies.

  • Page 70: Technical Specifications

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Technical specifications Technical data Fig. 32: Layout front sweeping machine FKM 60 (attachment) 2018-12-18 70 / 74...

  • Page 71: Technical Data Hydraulic Version

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Technical specifications 10.1 Technical data Hydraulic version 13060H 15060H 16560H 19060H 22560H 25060H Sweeping roller Ø 60 cm Ø 60 cm Ø 60 cm Ø 60 cm Ø 60 cm Ø 60 cm diameter Working with...

  • Page 72: Additional Equipment

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Technical specifications 10.3 Additional equipment • Dirt collecting tank floating • Mounted side brush (right / left) • Hydraulic swiveling device • Solenoid valve • Water sprinkler with 100l or 200l tank • On scratch bar •...

  • Page 73: Declaration Of Conformity

    Front sweeper FKM 60 Technical specifications 10.4 Declaration of Conformity We the Kersten Arealmaschinen GmbH Empeler Straße 95 D- 46459 Rees Explain that the product Front Sweeper FKM 60 Front Sweeper FKM 60 with all relevant provisions of the EC Machinery Directive 2006/42 / EC.
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  • Page 75 Distributed in UK by Kersten (UK) Ltd Tel. 0118 986 9253 Progress House 39 Boulton Road Reading, RG2 0NH www.kerstenuk.com - info@kerstenuk.com...
  • Page 76 Distributed in UK by Kersten (UK) Ltd Tel. 0118 986 9253 Progress House 39 Boulton Road Reading, RG2 0NH www.kerstenuk.com - info@kerstenuk.com...

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