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PowerBoss
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The Power of Clean
User Manual
Rider Sweeper
Armadillo 6X
(Diesel, Gas, & LPG)
AM7D-III
(Diesel)
PowerBoss®, Minuteman International, Inc.
A Member of the Hako Group
PB# 4100043UM Rev. B 07/20

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  • Page 1 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean User Manual Rider Sweeper Armadillo 6X (Diesel, Gas, & LPG) AM7D-III (Diesel) PowerBoss®, Minuteman International, Inc. A Member of the Hako Group PB# 4100043UM Rev. B 07/20...

  • Page 2: Preface

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean PREFACE Thank you for your purchase of the new industry standard for sweepers. PowerBoss® takes great pride in off ering the most dependable, reliable and best value in industrial power sweepers and sweeper/scrubbers. We set the standard. Our Customer Service Department would like to hear from you.
  • Page 3 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Name: _____________________________________________ Title: _______________________________________________ Company Name: _____________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________ Country: ____________________________________________ Type of equipment or model number: ______________________ Comments: ___________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Please return to: Customer Service Manager PowerBoss®, Minuteman International, Inc. 14N845 U.S. Route 20 Pingree Grove, Illinois 60140 USA Phone: (800) 323-9420 Email:...
  • Page 4 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean These are the Original Instructions for the PowerBoss® Armadillo 6X & PowerBoss® AM7D-III machines. This manual covers all standard Armadillo 6X & AM7D-III variations beginning, August 2014. We believe this machine will provide excellent service for many years. Best results can be obtained if: •...
  • Page 5 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Example I.D Plate: MACHINE DATA Fill out at installation Machine Serial Number: ____________________________ Engine Serial Number: ____________________________ Sales Rep.: ______________________________________ Date of Install: ___________________________________ All information contained in this manual is current at the time of printing. Minuteman International, Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

  • Page 6: Technical Specifications

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Model/Model No: SW6XKDSL, SW6XKGAS, SW6XKLPG, SW6XKDSL-CE, SW6XKLPG-CE AM7D-III / AM7D-III (Diesel) DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT SWEEPING SYSTEM Length ....79 inches (200 cm) Sweep path.
  • Page 7 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Armadillo 6X and AM7D-III PB# 4100043UM Rev. B 07/20 Page 7 PowerBoss®, Copyright 2014...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean SAFETY INFORMATION ....14 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 14 PREFACE.
  • Page 9 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean THROTTLE / GLOW PLUG ....26 SWEEPING ....... . 31 DIRECTIONAL CONTROL PEDAL.
  • Page 10 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Circuit Breakers ......43 Broom Door Flap Inspection ....50 Fuses .
  • Page 11 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Side Frame Seal..... . . 67 PARKING BRAKE ......68 Adjusting The Parking Brake Cable Length .

  • Page 12: Features

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean FEATURES DEBRIS-HANDLING SYSTEM • Direct throw sweeping method AIR-MOVING SYSTEM • Oversized hopper with RTR® • Dual-phase dust fi ltration • Quick-change, fl oating 48” main broom & • Built-in pre-fi ltering & ultra-fi ne screen panel retractable side brooms fi...

  • Page 13: Chassis System

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean CHASSIS SYSTEM LOWER EMISSIONS • Massive One-Piece, unitized steel frame All gas and LP engines meet Tier 2 specifi cations, catalyst muffl ers, battery operated available, diesel • Oversized, soft-ride tires operated available, bio-diesel fuel can be used in •...

  • Page 14: Safety Information

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean FOR SAFETY DURING OPERATION SAFETY INFORMATION Keep hands and feet clear of moving parts while IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS machine is in operation. Operators must read and understand this manual Make sure all safety devices are in place and operate before operating or maintaining this machine.

  • Page 15: Environmental Conditions For Safety During Operation And Storage

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean or parked with the key removed. Disconnect the power to the machine when servicing. This machine is designed for level operation only. Do Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose jackets, shirts, not operate on ramps or inclines greater than 2%. or sleeves when working on machine.
  • Page 16 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean WARNING To warn of hazards or unsafe practices which could result in severe personal injury or death. CAUTION To warn of hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor personal injury. ATTENTION! To warn of practices which could result in extensive equipment damage.
  • Page 17 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Armadillo 6X and AM7D-III PB# 4100043UM Rev. B 07/20 Page 17 PowerBoss®, Copyright 2014...

  • Page 18: Safety Decals

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean SAFETY DECALS Decals directly attached to various parts of the sweeper are highly visible safety reminders which should be read and observed. Make sure the decals are replaced if they become illegible or damaged. Located in the drive compartment: Part Number 3301854 Located at the Impeller:...
  • Page 19 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Part Number 3301729 Located on the shroud of the radiator: Part Number 3301733 Located on the High Dump Hopper: Part Number 3301732 Armadillo 6X and AM7D-III PB# 4100043UM Rev. B 07/20 Page 19 PowerBoss®, Copyright 2014...

  • Page 20: Basic Powerboss® Safety

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean BASIC POWERBOSS® SAFETY WARNING PowerBoss® sweepers should never be operated Before starting the engine, make sure that: unless: * You are securely seated in the operator’s seat. 1. The operator is trained and authorized to operate the equipment and, * The parking brake is locked.
  • Page 21 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean WARNING WARNING When leaving the sweeper unattended: During cleaning and maintenance: * Place the controls in the OFF position. * Always stop the engine and set the parking brake before servicing. * Set the parking brake. * Never use detergents or cleansers that are * Shut off...
  • Page 22 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean WARNING CAUTION Do not operate an LP powered sweeper Travel slowly on grades. when any component in the fuel system is malfunctioning or leaking. CAUTION Place a block or chock behind the wheels when WARNING parking on inclines.
  • Page 23 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean ATTENTION! Do not operate the #2 RTR lever before the #1 light illuminates. ATTENTION! Never push or tow a machine faster than 6 mph. If towing the machine is required, you must fi rst disengage the drive wheel by turning the Bypass Valve out 3 full turns (maximum).

  • Page 24: Machine Operation

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean MACHINE OPERATION LIGHT SWITCH The light switch, located on the control panel turns on BASIC OPERATING CONTROLS & and off the lights. INDICATORS HORN IGNITION SWITCH The horn is activated by pressing the horn button The diesel powered machine has a two position key located on the right side of the operator.
  • Page 25 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean ENGINE COOLANT ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE VOLTMETER PRESSURE FUEL LEVEL LIGHT SWITCH HOUR METER THROTTLE (GAS AND LP ) GLOW PLUG (DIESEL) HORN IGNITION SWITCH PARKING THROTTLE CABLE BRAKE (DIESEL ONLY) TILT STEERING DIRECTION CONTROL RELEASE SEAT PEDAL...

  • Page 26: Engine Oil Pressure

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean ENGINE OIL PRESSURE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL PEDAL The engine oil pressure gauge ranges from 0 psi to 60 The directional control pedal controls the speed and psi. A reading below 7 psi indicates problems which direction of the machine.

  • Page 27: Parking Brake

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean PARKING BRAKE SEAT ADJUSTMENT The parking brake is cable activated. To engage The drivers seat is adjustable to provide the the parking brake pull upward on the hand brake most comfortable position for the operator. The lever located on the left side of the front wall of the adjustment lever is at the bottom front of the seat.

  • Page 28: Sweeping Controls

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean SWEEPING CONTROLS DEBRIS HOPPER DUMP CONTROLS MAIN BROOM SWITCH FILTER SHAKER/VACUUM CONTROL SWITCH The main broom switch activates and lowers the main The right side of this switch turns the impeller on. broom. When not sweeping, the main broom should The left side of this switch is used to activate the be turned off...

  • Page 29: High Dump

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean FILTER SHAKER HIGH DUMP AND VACUUM The two levers on the left of the control panel are LIGHT 1 LIGHT 2 CONTROL used to raise the hopper to any height up to 60” (1.52 SWITCH HOPPER SIDE...

  • Page 30: Operating Procedures

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean OPERATING PROCEDURES STARTING PRE-OPERATION CHECKS WARNING Prior to starting the engine, check the following: Before starting the engine, sit in the operator’s 1. Engine oil level seat and make sure the parking brake is locked. 2.

  • Page 31: Traveling

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean EMPTY HOPPER WITH HIGH DUMP FEATURE TRAVELING 1. Drive the machine to the dumping area. Move the machine forward or backward as follows: 2. Use the directional control pedal to position the • Forward: Apply pressure to the front of the machine so that the space between the machine directional control pedal, increasing pressure to and the container or dumpster is adequate to...

  • Page 32: Using Rotary Trash Relocator (Rtr™)

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean USING ROTARY TRASH RELOCATOR (RTR™) WARNING 1. Use the directional control pedal to stop the It is unsafe to travel an extended distance with machine on a level surface. the hopper raised. Travel only the distance 2.
  • Page 33 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean 4. Pull back the hopper dump lever to the DUMP FILTER SHAKER position and hold until Light 2 illuminates, then AND VACUUM LIGHT 2 LIGHT 1 CONTROL release. SWITCH HOPPER SIDE NOTE: This rotates the hopper, causing the DUMP LEVER BROOM debris to move from the rear entrance...

  • Page 34: Transporting The Machine

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE Using a Trailer or Transport Vehicle 1. Position the machine on the transport vehicle or trailer and apply the parking brake. 2. Tie the machine down using the tie down holes in the frame forward of the front wheels and in the rear center of the frame.

  • Page 35: Preventative Maintenance

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE WARNING INTRODUCTION Never attempt to perform any service on the equipment or components until the engine is Regular maintenance on your sweeper results in OFF, the parking brake is LOCKED, and the better cleaning, faster cleaning and a prolonged wheels are CHOCKED.

  • Page 36: Scheduled Maintenance Chart

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART FREQUENCY (IN HOURS) SERVICE (BY MAINTENANCE AREA) DAILY 100 200 ENGINE Pressure wash engine NOTE: For additional maintenance requirements, refer to the engine manual. AIR INTAKE SYSTEM Empty rubber dust cup of air fi lter element. Check air fi...
  • Page 37 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART FREQUENCY (IN HOURS) SERVICE (BY MAINTENANCE AREA) DAILY 100 200 STEERING Lubricate steering cylinder. Lubricate steering cylinder rod ends. Lubricate steering fork assembly Check for leaks. LUBRICATION POINTS Hood Latches & Hinges Lubricate type - oil HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Check hydraulic reservoir gauge and fi...
  • Page 38 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART FREQUENCY (IN HOURS) SERVICE (BY MAINTENANCE AREA) DAILY 100 200 SWEEPING COMPONENTS Inspect brooms for wear and remove strings and debris from bristles and drive assembly. Inspect broom skirts for wear and adjust or replace as needed. Rotate main broom end-to-end.
  • Page 39 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART FREQUENCY (IN HOURS) SERVICE (BY MAINTENANCE AREA) DAILY 100 200 IMPELLER Check for hydraulic fl uid leaks. PARKING BRAKE Check for proper functioning and adjust as needed. WHEELS AND TIRES Visually inspect for wear and damage. Repair or replace as needed. Check pneumatic tires if equipped, for proper air pressure (95 psi).

  • Page 40: Preventative Maintenance Instructions

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE WARNING INSTRUCTIONS Never attempt to perform any service on the ENGINE equipment or components until the engine if OFF, the parking brake is LOCKED, and the Maintenance requirements and service instructions for wheels are CHOCKED.

  • Page 41: Air Filter Element Removal

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean NOTE: The indicator may return to the nonviable DUST CAP AIR FILTER position when the engine is shut off . To SERVICE check, reset indicator and turn on the INDICATOR engine, if it locks in visible position again clean or change element.

  • Page 42: Air Filter Inspection

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Air Filter Inspection ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 1. After you clean the air fi lter elements, check the Battery Cleaning elements for holes by passing a light bulb inside 1. Combine baking soda and water in a strong solution.

  • Page 43: Battery Replacement

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Battery Replacement CIRCUIT BREAKER CAUTION Remove the negative battery cable before you remove the positive battery cable. This is done to prevent accidental electrical shorting which can result in personal injury. 1. Disconnect the negative (-) cable and then the positive (+) cable.

  • Page 44: Fuses

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Fuses FUEL SYSTEM Fuses are located in the fuse panel behind the hopper WARNING on the fi re wall upper right corner when facing the unit Never attempt to perform any service on the CAUTION equipment or components until the engine is OFF, the parking brake is LOCKED, and the...

  • Page 45: Checking The Lpg Fuel Fi Lter Locks

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Checking the LPG Fuel fi lter Locks WARNING 1. Start the engine. Then remove the vacuum hose During repair or servicing of the fuel system, going to the fuel fi lter lock. The solenoid should work in a properly ventilated area and do not close, shutting off...

  • Page 46: Coolant System

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean COOLANT SYSTEM NOTE: Use a 50/50 mixture of water and an anti- freeze with an ethylene glycol base. Blowing Out Radiator Fins Changing Engine Oil NOTE: Make sure radiator is cool before blowing Gasoline and LP Engines: Use any SF or SG rated out the radiator fi...

  • Page 47: Steering

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean STEERING Steering Fork Assembly and Rod End The steering fork assembly and rod end lubrication Steering Cylinder points are located under the rear on the machine 1. Open engine cover. above the rear drive wheel. 2.

  • Page 48: Lubrication Points

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean LUBRICATION POINTS Latches & Hinges 3. If the fl uid level is not acceptable, add hydraulic The hinges and latches and all doors and covers fl uid. should be lubricated with oil every 500 hours. There CAUTION are numerous hinges and latches, make sure to lubricate all of the following:...

  • Page 49: Changing The Hydraulic Fluid Filter

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean 5. Remove the fi ller / breather cap located on top of 7. Start the machine, shut it off , then check for the reservoir and fi ll the reservoir with approved leakage. hydraulic fl uid. NOTE: Ten (10) gallons (US) of fl...

  • Page 50: Sweep Components

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean SWEEP COMPONENTS Broom Door Flap Replacement and Adjustment The fl aps are attached to the broom doors by a Broom Door Flap Inspection retainer bar, hex bolts and nuts. To remove the fl aps, NOTE: Perform this inspection when the machine remove the nuts, bolts and retainer bar.
  • Page 51 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean 5. Allow about 45 seconds for the broom to NOTE: A rectangular shape the length of the operate, then push the main broom switch to the main broom, 2” (5.08 cm) wide, indicates off position to deactivate and raise the broom. the main broom is properly adjusted.

  • Page 52: Main Broom Height Adjustment

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Main Broom Height Adjustment 1. Engage the parking brake. NOTE: The adjustment knob is located behind the hopper. 2. Raise the hopper and set the safety arm. WARNING Do not rely upon the hydraulic cylinders to keep the hopper raised for maintenance.

  • Page 53: Main Broom Taper Adjustment

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean 1. Turn the engine off and lock the parking brake. Main Broom Taper Adjustment 2. Open the right or left main broom door. NOTE: It is not usually necessary to perform this 3. Loosen the nuts and bolt securing the bearing adjustment.

  • Page 54: Main Broom Replacement

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Main Broom Replacement NUTS AND BOLTS NOTE: Broom should be replaced if bristles worn to a length of 1 inch; 2.54 cm or less. LEFT SIDE BEARING MOUNT 1. Turn the engine off and lock the parking brake. 2.
  • Page 55 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean NOTE: If a worn broom is being replaced, install the new broom by fi rst adjusting the KNOB WASHER broom arms up, to better match the position of the drive hub with the hub on the new broom (refer to “Main Broom Adjustment”).

  • Page 56: Side Broom Height (Wear) Adjustment

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Side Broom Height (Wear) Adjustment 4. Side Broom should make contact with fl oor in the “10 to 3 o’clock position. 1. Drive the machine onto the test surface with the side broom turned off . 2.

  • Page 57: Side Broom Lift Cable Adjustment

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Side Broom Lift Cable Adjustment The lift cable may need to be adjusted if the cable does not allow the broom to make proper contact with the fl oor or the broom touches the fl oor when turned off...

  • Page 58: Side Broom Replacement

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Side Broom Replacement NOTE: Broom should be replaced if bristles worn LOCK PIN to a length of 3 inches; 7.62 cm or less. NOTE: The side broom features a quick release mechanism which enables the operator to remove the brush in seconds.

  • Page 59: Hopper

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean HOPPER 7. While spreading the dump arms slightly, roll the hopper away from the machine. NOTE: It is not usually necessary to remove the hopper on high dump models. However, Hopper Replacement if it becomes necessary for maintenance 1.

  • Page 60: Floor Clearance And Dump Angle Adjustment

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Floor Clearance and Dump Angle Adjustment NOTE: In order to perform properly, the hopper must maintain a distance of 3½” (8.89 cm) from the fl oor to the rear hopper entrance lip. The front of the hopper should be adjusted so that the front bumper aligns with the hopper frame where the two meet.
  • Page 61 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean LIFT ARM STOP BOLT (BOTH SIDES OF HOPPER) REAR ADJUSTABLE ENTERANCE STOPS AT ROTATION LIP OF PLATE (BOTH SIDES HOPPER OF HOPPER) FRONT EDGE OF HOPPER Armadillo 6X and AM7D-III PB# 4100043UM Rev. B 07/20 Page 61 PowerBoss®, Copyright 2014...
  • Page 62 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean 3. After adjustment, with the hopper down, use WARNING the two adjustable stops located on the rotation Do not rely upon the hydraulic cylinders to plates on both sides of the hopper to establish keep the hopper raised for maintenance.
  • Page 63 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean 7. Adjust the rotation cylinder stops on the hopper rotation arms on each side of the hopper so that clearance between the lift arms and the cut-outs in the bumper is ¼” (6.35 mm) maximum. 8.

  • Page 64: Filter Removal

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Filter Removal MOTOR WIRE HARNESS LEAD 1. Release the latches on the hopper cover and raise the cover. SHAKER HOPPER MOTOR LATCHES 2. Disconnect the wire harness leading to the fi lter ASSEMBLY shaker motor. 3.

  • Page 65: Filter Cleaning

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Filter Cleaning Filter Replacement The dust control fi lter is a polyester type element fi lter. 1. Insert the panel fi lter. It may be vacuumed, blown out with compressed air, 2. Install the shaker motor assembly. tapped against the fl...

  • Page 66: Vacuum Gasket Mount Adjustment

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Vacuum Gasket Mount Adjustment WARNING 1. With the hopper in the normal position, observe Do not rely upon the hydraulic cylinders to keep contact between the back of the hopper and the hopper raised for maintenance. Always gasket.

  • Page 67: Flap Replacement

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Flap Replacement Frame Seal Replacement Flaps located at the entrance lip and on the sides of Front Frame Seal the hopper must be replaced when worn or damaged. The hopper frame seal bolts to the front edge of the The fl...

  • Page 68: Parking Brake

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean PARKING BRAKE WARNING Normal adjustment of the parking brake can be Do not rely upon the hydraulic cylinders to keep accomplished from the operator compartment. Locate the hopper raised for maintenance. Always the knurled handle on the parking brake lever. Turn the engage the safety arm before servicing in the handle clockwise to increase brake tension.

  • Page 69: Tires

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean 4. Raise the hopper and engage the safety arm. 8. Turn the clevis clockwise three or four complete turns. 5. Locate both the cable clevis ends for the brake cables. 9. Tighten the jam nuts and re-install the clevis ends onto the bar.

  • Page 70: Changing Pneumatic Tires

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Changing Pneumatic Tires Latch and Hinge Maintenance Latches and hinges should be inspected after every 500 hours of use. Retighten and oil if necessary. CAUTION Changing pneumatic tires must be performed Cables in a safety cage and require special tools, Inspect all cables for wear every 500 hours.

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean TROUBLESHOOTING This section provides information to assist in identifying maintenance trouble and provides possible causes and actions to correct the problem. Many of the solution require servicing your machine, they can be found in the service manual for you unit.
  • Page 72 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Engine overheats. Low coolant level. Supply coolant. Clogged radiator. Flush radiator. NOTE: If coolant loss has not occurred, check Loose fan belt. Tighten belt. for malfunction of the temperature sending Defective thermostat.
  • Page 73 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) PowerBoss® moves slowly or does not move. Parking brake is on. Release brake. Directional control pedal jammed, Clear jam or adjust linkage. damaged, or not adjusted properly. Tires skidding from contact with oil Clean tires or drive through a solvent or grease.
  • Page 74 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Loss of dust control. Debris in hose or impeller inlet. Clean. Broom skirts or seal worn. Replace. Skirt clearance from fl oor exceeds Adjust clearance. ⅛”. Dust control fi lters clogged. Clean fi...
  • Page 75 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Hopper does not raise or lower. Hydraulics system problem: See Hydraulics Systems Problems in this section. Control valve Gear pump Lift cylinder Relief valve Hopper arms binding. Lubricate or adjust arm linkage. Hopper load too heavy Dump more frequently.
  • Page 76 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Hydraulic control valve failure Misaligned control linkage. Align. Foreign matter in spool bore. Remove spool and clean bore. Valve seals Leaking. Replace seals. O-rings leaking. Replace O-rings Relief valve stuck open. Clean or replace relief valve.
  • Page 77 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Hydraulic variable displacement pump failure. Pump leaking. Replace seals. Relief valve(s) stuck. Clean or replace relief valve(s) at the pump. Drive coupling malfunction. Replace defective gears. Control linkage out of adjustment. Check to see if linkage is binding unfastened.
  • Page 78 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Curb broom does not rotate Fuse blown Check fuses and replace any blow fuses Switch is bad Replace switch Wiring Inspect wiring for burnt or damaged wires. Check wire continuity. Repair or replace wiring.
  • Page 79 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Main broom does not rotate Fuse blown Check fuses and replace any blow fuses Switch is bad Replace switch Wiring Inspect wiring for burnt or damaged wires. Check wire continuity. Repair or replace wiring.
  • Page 80 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Impeller does not turn on. Fuse blown Check fuses and replace any blow fuses Switch is bad Replace switch Wiring Inspect wiring for burnt or damaged wires. Check wire continuity. Repair or replace wiring.

  • Page 81: Hydraulic Manifold Solenoids

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean HYDRAULIC MANIFOLD SOLENOIDS SOLENOID 3C MAIN BROOM The curb broom, main broom, main broom lift, and ROTATE SOLENOID 4 impeller are activated when certain solenoids are MAIN BROOM energized. Solenoids are remotely signaled by LIFT pushing the desired switch on the control panel.

  • Page 82: Warranty

    PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Armadillo 6X and AM7D-III PB# 4100043UM Rev. B 07/20 Page 82 PowerBoss®, Copyright 2014...
  • Page 83 PowerBoss ® The Power of Clean Armadillo 6X and AM7D-III PB# 4100043UM Rev. B 07/20 Page 83 PowerBoss®, Copyright 2014...
  • Page 84 Full Line Manufacturer of Sweepers and Scrubbers, ® for Industrial Facilities. ®, Minuteman International, Inc., PowerBoss 14N845 U.S. Route 20 Pingree Grove, Illinois 60140 Phone: 800-323-9420 www.PowerBoss.com e-mail:tech@powerboss.com A Member of the Hako Group Armadillo 6X and AM7D-III PB# 4100043UM Rev. B 07/20 PowerBoss®, Copyright 2014...

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