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  • Page 1 E a g l e ® E a n d F OPERATORS MANUAL...
  • Page 3 EAGLE ® SERIES E and F OPERATORS MANUAL Sweeper Serial Number_____________________________ Elgin Sweeper Company Subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation 1300 W. Bartlett Road, Elgin, IL 60120 Phone 847/741-5370 FAX 847/742-3035 P/N 0701480-D...
  • Page 4 Printed in U.S.A. Copyright 2007 Elgin Sweeper Company...
  • Page 5 Series E and F ® This manual will assist in the proper operation and care of the Elgin Eagle Series E and F Sweeper. It contains specific information on features and specifications, suggested operating techniques, preventive maintenance hints and instructions for making repairs and adjustments.
  • Page 7 (12) months from the date of delivery to the original user-purchaser. ELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY will cause to be repaired or replaced, as the Company may elect, any part or parts of such machine which the Company’s examination discloses to be defective in material or workmanship.
  • Page 8 FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty is also in lieu of all other obligations or liabilities on the part of ELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY, including but not limited to, liability for incidental and consequential damages on the part of the Company or the seller.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Eagle Safety Labels ........... S-10 Operating Checklist ..........O-6 Starting the Unit ..........O-8 Description Cold Weather Starting .........O-9 Elgin Eagle Sweeper ........... D-1 Transport............O-10 History of Sweeping/Principles of Operation Sweeping ............O-11 Why Sweep? ..........D-2 Sweeping Patterns..........O-14 History of Sweeping ........
  • Page 10 Addl. After 1000 Hours for Series F ..M-4 Dirt Shoe Adjustment........SP-17 Maintenance Drawings........M-5 Dirt Deflector ........... SP-18 Daily Washdown ..........M-7 Conveyor............SP-19 Daily Washdown ..........SP-21 Winter Storage..........SP-24 Service Procedures Spring Start-up..........SP-27 Towing ...............SP-1 Auxiliary Engine..........SP-4 Troubleshooting Air Pre-Cleaner ...........

  • Page 11: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION RECOGNIZE SAFETY itions of the signal words before operating or working on the machine. INFORMATION DANGER DANGER is used to This is the safety-alert symbol. When indicate the presence of a hazard which will you see this symbol on your machine or in cause severe personal injury, death, if the this manual, be alert to the potential for warning is ignored.
  • Page 12 Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents Replacement safety signs are available from are known to the State of California to cause your Elgin Sweeper dealer. cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm. Learn how to operate the machine and how Please note this warning and remember: to use controls properly.
  • Page 13 If you do not understand any part of this HANDLE FUEL SAFELY — manual and need assistance, contact your AVOID FIRES Elgin Sweeper dealer. Handle fuel with care. It is highly flammable. Do not refuel the machine WEAR APPROPRIATE while smoking or when...
  • Page 14 DRIVING THE SWEEPER Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from power driven parts. Operate the sweeper only when all guards are fitted and in their correct position. Before moving the machine, check the AVOID OVERLOADS immediate vicinity of the machine for bystanders.
  • Page 15 HOPPER SAFETY SUPPORTS (Serial number F-1000 and above) WARNING To prevent damage or injury, check for obstructions above and in front of the machine, before raising or tilting the hopper. When the EAGLE Series-F hopper is fully raised, its highest point is over 21 feet above the ground.
  • Page 16 WARNING DO NOT work under a raised hopper without adequate safety bracing to support the hopper in the event of a hydraulic failure. If access to the machine under the hopper is required, be certain the raised hopper safety bar is in place.
  • Page 17 AVOID ELECTRICAL PRACTICE SAFE POWER LINES MAINTENANCE Do not raise the hopper while under Keep the area clean and dry. Remove any power lines. build-up of grease, oil or debris. Do not raise the hopper while under trees, Never lubricate or service the machine bridges, etc.
  • Page 18 Keep hands and body away from pinholes and components do not overload the elec- nozzles which eject fluids under high pressure. trical system. Contact your Elgin Sweeper dealer, if you have any questions or need assistance.
  • Page 19 Observe the relevant environmental protec- vice versa. Avoid bodily injury caused by tion regulations when disposing of oil, fuel, slipping wrenches. coolant, brake fluid, filters, and batteries. Use only service parts meeting Elgin Sweeper specifications.

  • Page 20: Eagle Safety Labels

    EAGLE SAFETY LABELS - PART ONE OF THREE Eagle (Start F-1000) S-10...
  • Page 21 WARNING CAUTION Overloading the hopper will Rotating Broom. Moving Parts. Do not attempt repairs or Tilting Hopper. Position safety bar in raised result in exceeding the rated Can cause personal Contact can cause go underneath machine Can cause hopper position before G.V.W.
  • Page 22 EAGLE SAFETY LABELS - PART TWO OF THREE Eagle S-12...
  • Page 23 WARNING CAUTION Overloading the hopper will Rotating Broom. Position safety bar in raised Moving Parts. Do not attempt repairs or Tilting Hopper. result in exceeding the rated Can cause personal hopper position before Contact can cause go underneath machine Can cause G.V.W.
  • Page 24 EAGLE SAFETY LABELS - PART THREE OF THREE (Up to F-999) S-14...
  • Page 25 Add Oil NOTICE Use #1 or #2 Diesel fuel only. WARNING See Operator's Manual for ELGIN recommended Turn broom and auxiliary Rotating Broom. Hydraulic Oil and level engine off before opening Contact or use of checking procedure. cover to inspect or service.
  • Page 26 S-16...

  • Page 27: Description

    DESCRIPTION ELGIN EAGLE ® Series E & F Sweeper efficiently cleans large, paved areas like streets, parking lots, and construction sites. Available in Series E, low dump or Series F, variable height dump. Side brooms and main broom help to bring debris out of the gutter and onto the conveyor.

  • Page 28: History Of Sweeping/Principles Of Operation Why Sweep

    At the turn of the century, streets were in terrible condition. Most were unpaved, creating dust in dry seasons and mud in rainy seasons and harboring disease-producing bacteria. Gradually streets were Figure D-1 paved with cobblestones and bricks. This decreased, 1914 Elgin Sweeper in Boise, Idaho...

  • Page 29: Mechanical/Broom Sweepers

    The No-Jam™ hopper con- debris out of the air and waterways. veyor of Elgin Eagle was originally patented. This revolutionary design sweeps debris up onto the con- In 1964 Elgin introduced the most popular sweeper veyor, eliminating the problems of jamming.

  • Page 30: Water Spray

    9.5 ft. (2895 mm) with Series brooms. F Eagle. The Elgin-designed centrifugal water pump can run-dry without damage. WATER SPRAY The amount of water is adjustable through use of a switch inside the cab.

  • Page 31: Brooms

    BROOMS Large 42 in. (1.1 m) side brooms (Figure D-3) are available on both the right and left sides. For sweeping these are lowered and rotated to move Hydraulically-driven brooms sweep the debris on gutter debris to the conveyor. Speed of the brooms the street onto the conveyor.
  • Page 32 Figure D-4 Eagle cross section showing conveyor and hopper...

  • Page 33: Hopper

    AIR BAG SUSPENSION Pavement contact is maintained by rubber dirt shoes on the sides and rubber deflectors under the Self-leveling air bags and shocks (Figure D-5) locat- chassis. Optional carbide dirt shoes are available. ed on the rear axle provide a solid rear axle suspen- sion to ensure stability while dumping and superior HOPPER sweeping performance.

  • Page 34: Controls

    Operator comfort is improved by this suspension due to the minimizing of rough road conditions. The sweeper remains level, regardless of the load. CONTROLS Controls for all sweeping functions, including brooms and hopper, are powered through in-cab controls (Figure D-5), located comfortably within reach.

  • Page 35: General Data

    GENERAL DATA Sweeping paths Breather ......10 micron, spin-on One side broom .....7.5 ft (2286 mm) Inlet strainer........100 mesh Two Side brooms ....10 ft (3048 mm) Reservoir capacity .......20 gal (76 L) Water system Electrical system Tank capacity......280 gal (1060 L) Alternator ......95 amp standard Filter ........100 mesh screen Battery ...........12 volt...

  • Page 36: Maximum Dump Height (Bottom Of Discharge Door)

    Elgin Sweeper Company recommends Texaco Rando Maximum hopper dump angle ....50° HDZ 68 or equivalent hydraulic oil.. Use of any fluid not approved by Elgin Sweeper Company can Fuel tank capacity void all hydraulic component warranties. Standard ....common 50 gal (190 L)

  • Page 37: Eagle Side View

    Beacon light Hopper Auxiliary engine compartment Conveyor Eagle Side broom Dirt shoe Centerboard Side broom light Main broom Figure D-7 Eagle F Side View D-11...

  • Page 38: Eagle Se Rear View

    Rear engine compartment Beacon light Air pre-cleaner Main broom shroud Side broom Main broom Side broom Figure D-9 Eagle F Rear View D-12...

  • Page 39: Instruments And Controls

    OPERATION Before operating the Elgin Eagle, be certain that LEFT SIDE BROOM SPRAY WATER you have read and understand all safety and opera- ON / OFF - Turns the spray water at the left tion information. If you have any questions, contact side broom and main broom on and off.
  • Page 40 UPPER MAIN MAIN UPPER Figure O-1 Control Console...
  • Page 41 RIGHT SIDE BROOM SPRAY WATER start-up idling, hour meter records engine run- ON / OFF - Turns the spray water at the right ning hours. side broom and main broom on and off. OIL PRESSURE GAUGE - Indicates RIGHT SIDE BROOM LIGHT ON / engine oil pressure.
  • Page 42 AUXILIARY ENGINE IGNITION - HYDRAULIC FILTER RESTRICTION Turns the auxiliary engine, which powers the INDICATOR - Indicates that the return filter sweeping functions, on and off. at the hydraulic fluid reservoir is clogged and in need of service. MAIN BROOM PRESSURE REGULA- TOR - Regulates the downward pressure on TILT WARNING INDICATOR - the main broom.
  • Page 43 CONVEYOR ROTATE ON/OFF - NO SPRAY WATER INDICATOR - Controls the rotation of the conveyor, both for- Indicates that the supply in the water tank ward and reverse. Pressing forward will rotate has been completely used up. Fill water tank conveyor forward.

  • Page 44: Operating Checklist

    greater digging force. A higher pressure indi- OPERATING CHECKLIST cates less digging force. Successful operation of the Eagle depends on the GEAR SHIFT SELECTOR - See chassis following standard daily procedures. manufacturer’s Operator’s Manual. Always follow all recommendations of the chassis manufacturer.
  • Page 45 • Check and clean the engine air filter if necessary. • Fill water tank after flushing hydrant. Flush • Drain the water separator on the fuel filter. hydrant before connecting to fill hose to remove • Check hydraulic oil reservoir level. impurities in the water.

  • Page 46: Starting The Unit

    STARTING THE UNIT Sweep/Transport Circuit Select Switch (#19) must be in transport mode. Do not start the auxiliary engine with switch in Sweep position. WARNING Always start and operate diesel engines in a If unit is equipped with the optional Shutdown well-ventilated area.

  • Page 47: Cold Weather Starting

    seconds. If the engine fails to start within 10 COLD WEATHER STARTING seconds, wait at least 30 seconds before trying again. NOTICE If operating the Eagle in temperatures below 32°F Allow the engine to warm up at normal idling (0° C), any water in the spray system will freeze. speed of 1000 rpm.

  • Page 48: Transport

    The pre-heat time required varies according to TRANSPORT the type of pre-heating system. CAUTION WITH INDICATION LAMP: With dual steering — Turning both steering The indication lamp will go off in 20 seconds. wheels at the same time will damage the steer- ing mechanism.

  • Page 49: Sweeping

    Move the side brooms in using Side Broom In / SWEEPING Out (right - #1, left - #5). Before engaging sweeping components, bring Set Sweep/Transport Circuit Select (#19) to the Eagle to a complete stop and idle the transport. engine at 1000 rpm. Select left or right steering using Steering Air springs on the rear axle will automatically raise Circuit Control (#14).
  • Page 50 If unit is equipped with optional Shutdown Activate spray water, using the appropriate Override to protect from damage due to high Side Broom Spray Water On / Off Switch (right coolant temperature, low engine oil pressure or - #3, left #7). low hydraulic oil level, depress the Shutdown Override Switch (#34, Figure O-1) while start- 10.
  • Page 51 16. Shift transmission to desired range for sweep- NOTICE ing. If the sweeper itself is shifted into reverse, the Elgin Eagle will automatically raise the sweeping compo- Sweeping with the axle in low range and the trans- nents. These components will return to sweeping...

  • Page 52: Sweeping Patterns

    SWEEPING PATTERNS SIDE BROOMS Broom sweeping patterns are a guideline of sweep- ing performance. Patterns should be checked daily. The Eagle can produce sweeping paths of two widths: With one side broom: 7.5 ft (2286 mm) With two side brooms: 10 ft (3048 mm) A pattern narrower than that in Figure O-5 indi- cates that there is too little broom contact, which will result in poor sweeping performance.
  • Page 53 Lower conveyor using Conveyor Up / Down Check broom patterns by sweeping in one spot (#24). on a level paved surface for approximately 15 seconds. Lower and rotate the main and side broom(s). Reduce engine speed to 1000 rpm. Increase engine speed to 2500 rpm. CURB 5°...
  • Page 54 Main broom pattern should be an even 4 to 6 inches wide and should not taper. After sweep- ing, the broom tips should have an even amount of dirt on all of them. If the patterns do not conform to those in Figure O- 2, adjust the brooms.

  • Page 55: Reversing The Conveyor

    Procedures to adjust side broom tilt are located in REVERSING THE CONVEYOR the Service Procedures Section. The conveyor may be reversed, if necessary, for While checking the broom patterns, also check the example, during washdown or if an object is dirt shoes (Figure O-5) on each side of the main jammed in the conveyor.

  • Page 56: Dumping The Hopper

    DUMPING THE HOPPER CAUTION Overloading the hopper can cause personal injury or damage to the sweeper. Dump hopper DANGER frequently when loading heavy materials. Do Before dumping the hopper check for adequate NOT exceed Gross Vehicle Weight. If Full Load side and overhead clearance.
  • Page 57 Put sweeper into sweep mode, using Sweep / If there is room, press Hopper Side Shift Transport Circuit Select (#19). switch (#40) to Out position to move hopper closer to receptacle. Check Tilt Level Indicator (#23) to make sure sweeper is level. If this indicator light is on, NOTICE move sweeper to level ground.

  • Page 58: Stopping The Sweeper

    STOPPING THE SWEEPER AT END OF SHIFT When stopping the sweeper, use the Engine At the end of each shift the sweeper must be thor- Throttle Control to set the engine speed to Idle oughly washed down for continued high perfor- (1000 rpm).

  • Page 59: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Wash Down Entire Machine - Flush Out Lower Conveyor Roller Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level Wash down machine after every 10 Grease Lower Conveyor Roller Bearings (2) sweeping shift. See Daily Washdown 11 Grease Upper Conveyor Roller Bearings (2) procedure later in this chapter.

  • Page 60: Periodic Service Checklist

    PERIODIC SERVICE CHECKLIST The numbers below correspond with the locations on Figures M-1 and M-2. The numbers below correspond with the locations on Figures M-1, and M-2. Service after 150 hours Series E & F 24 Replace Engine Oil & Filter Service after 50 hours Series E &...

  • Page 61: After 150 Hours

    Refill with new hydraulic oil.. NOTICE Elgin Sweeper Company recommends Shell Tellus T-68 or equivalent hydraulic oil.. Use of any fluid not approved by Elgin Sweeper Company can void all hydraulic component warranties. 35 Check Side Broom For Wear Check Main Broom For Wear...

  • Page 62: After 1000 Hours

    The numbers below correspond with the locations on Figures M-1, M-2, M-3 and M-4. Service after 1000 hours Series E & F 41 Inspect Engine Fan Hub 42 Change / Flush Coolant - Ethylene Glycol Anti-Freeze ADDITIONAL Service after 1000 hours (Only for serial numbers up to F999) Clean mast chains completely either by steam or kerosene bathing;...
  • Page 63 Figure M-1 Eagle Top View — Scheduled Maintenance Items The reference numbers on this page and on the subsequent chart on Page M-6 refer to the numbers on the Maintenance Schedule on Pages M-1 through M-3.
  • Page 64 Figure M-2 Eagle Side View — Scheduled Maintenance Items...

  • Page 65: Daily Washdown

    DAILY WASHDOWN 3), located below the washdown hose quick dis- connect coupling. A very important step in sweeper maintenance is a 5. Periodically reverse the conveyor (for no more washdown after each run. Use the following proce- than 30 seconds) to dislodge material between dure in washing the sweeper.
  • Page 66 UPPER MAIN MAIN UPPER Figure M-4 Control Console...
  • Page 67 6. Stop conveyor rotation and return the main broom and conveyor to transport mode. Return the lower roller flush valve to its original posi- tion. DANGER Falling hopper can cause severe injury or death. Hopper support bar must be in position before anyone goes under hopper.
  • Page 68 NOTICE An engine must never be washed or steam cleaned while it is running. Cold water on a hot manifold could crack the manifold. NOTICE A high pressure hose should never be used to clean a radiator or oil cooler. The high pressure water can damage cores.
  • Page 69 10. Before washing down the engine compartment, be certain that the engine is cool. Be sure to clean out the engine radiator and oil cooler. 11. After the washdown, take the following steps. a. Make any adjustments that are needed. b.
  • Page 70 M-12...

  • Page 71: Service Procedures

    To avoid damage when towing the Eagle, follow all towing instructions in the truck operator’s manual. Elgin Sweeper Company recommends that all tow- If the Eagle can be steered, it can be towed from ing be performed by a professional towing service.
  • Page 72 UPPER MAIN MAIN UPPER Figure SP-1 Control Console SP-2...
  • Page 73 2. Set Sweep/Transport Circuit Select (#19) to 9. Unblock the wheels. transport. Air springs will automatically raise the sweeper when the sweeper is switched to NOTICE transport mode, provided there is air pressure. If the sweeper has air brakes and the air supply has been exhausted, the brakes will lock and will need 3.

  • Page 74: Auxiliary Engine

    AUXILIARY ENGINE CAUTION The parking brake must be set before work is performed on the sweeper. The auxiliary engine (Figure SP-2) should be main- tained in accordance with the manufacturer’s rec- ommendations as found in the engine owner’s man- Air Pre-Cleaner ual.

  • Page 75: Air Cleaner

    Dump the contents of the bowl and wipe the Reinstall the cover and secure the bowl and inside of the bowl. The bowl may be washed cover in place with the thumb screw. using a non-sudsing detergent, such as dish- washer liquid, and water.
  • Page 76 NOTICE A loose, damaged or missing seal will allow dust to clog the inner element. Check the rubber seal on the open end of the outer element. If the seal is loose, damaged or missing, replace the element with a new one. NOTICE If a new outer element must be installed, a new inner element must also be installed.

  • Page 77: Auxiliary Engine Fluids

    Secure the element with the retaining bar, making sure the bar is in the correct position. For radiator coolant fluid Elgin Sweeper Company recommends a 50/50 solution of standard perma- nent automotive anti-freeze and water to protect to Auxiliary Engine Fluids -25°...
  • Page 78 The fuel filter (Figure SP-7) is located near the fuel tank assembly and may be accessed through the right-hand door at the rear of the Eagle. Figure SP-6 Figure SP-7 Fuel System Fuel Filter SP-8...

  • Page 79: Draining The Fuel Water Separator

    DRAINING THE FUEL WATER instructions in the operator manual supplied by the manufacturer of the truck engine and SEPARATOR auxiliary engine. The water separator on the bottom of the fuel filter Start the engine, then make sure that no fuel should be checked daily and drained when needed.

  • Page 80: Bleeding The Fuel System

    Apply a light coat of engine oil to the surface of NOTICE the filter gasket. If the hand-operated lift pump lever does not pump fuel, use the starter to rotate the engine 1/4 turn so Install a new filter in the filter head and that the cam-actuated lever is not on the high side secure it with the spring clamp.

  • Page 81: Hydraulic System

    the reservoir using the sight gauge on the side of CAUTION the tank. Never operate the starter for more than 10 sec- onds. Longer operation will lead to an over discharge of the batteries, as well as starter seizure. Wait at least 30 seconds between attempts to start the engine.

  • Page 82: Spray Water System

    10) supply water for the spray water system. whichever occurs first, the hydraulic oil should be changed and the tank flushed. Oil must be new, clean oil and meet all Elgin requirements for hydraulic oil. When adding oil, remove the hex head plug on the top of the return filter and add oil.
  • Page 83 Three spray nozzles are located at each side broom The No Spray Water Indicator (Figure SP-1, #31) and at the main broom. An optional front spray bar will light when the spray water tanks are empty is available. and must be refilled. A fill hose is stored in the right side of the rear Water for the spray water system passes through a engine compartment.

  • Page 84: Sweeping Patterns

    according to the procedure in the Operations Section of this manual. If the patterns do not conform to those shown in the Operations Sections, the following procedures should be performed to correct the pattern. Side Broom Adjustment SIDE-TO-SIDE ANGLE Figure SP-11 For most sweeping conditions, the side-to-side Side Broom Spray Water Shutoff Valve angle of the side broom(s) should be 5°.

  • Page 85: Front-To-Back Angle

    Park the sweeper on a level, paved area. 10. Stop auxiliary engine. NOTICE Start the auxiliary engine. This setting will require additional adjustment Lower the side brooms to the sweeping posi- when sweeping areas with deep gutters. Best results tion using Side Broom In / Out (right #5, left - are obtained by setting the broom contact pattern at #1), Side Broom Rotation / Up / Down (Figure the location with the unusual gutter configuration.

  • Page 86: Down Pressure

    Turn key to ON without starting engine. When the broom angle is properly set, tighten the jam nut on the turnbuckle. Place a protractor on the side broom disc and parallel to the side plate of the sweeper. Start auxiliary engine. Loosen the jam nut on the turnbuckle (Figure Retract brooms using Side Broom In / Out SP-12).

  • Page 87: Main Broom Adjustment

    Main Broom Adjustment To adjust the main broom contact area, use the Main Broom Pressure Regulator located on the Control Console (Figure SP-1, #18). DIRT SHOE ADJUSTMENT Dirt shoes (Figure SP-13) ride perpendicular to the ground to act as a guide to keep debris between the main broom and the conveyor.

  • Page 88: Dirt Deflector

    WARNING 3. Check the pivot to ensure that it is not binding. Contact with moving parts of main broom An improperly adjusted dirt shoe may cause the drive can cause severe injury. Do not attempt shoe to nose dive during transport. repairs with engine running.

  • Page 89: Conveyor

    CONVEYOR and the lower roller is completely flushed out before adjusting belt. The conveyor (Figure Sp-14) carries debris swept NOTICE up by the main broom to the hopper. Proper convey- or operation depends on correct belt tension and Accumulation of debris in the lower roller and clean upper and lower rollers.
  • Page 90 3. Place the hopper support bar (Figure SP-15. 16) into proper position. Avoid contact with truck exhaust pipe. DANGER Falling hopper can cause severe injury or death. Hopper support bar must be in place before working under the hopper. CAUTION Standing or climbing on truck frame may be dangerous.
  • Page 91 6. If belt runs to the left (as viewed facing toward the front of the (sweeper), increase tension on the left side. Then decrease tension an equal amount on the right side. Figure SP-16 Safety Support In Place (Up to F-999) NOTICE Adjustment Nut Use small adjustments (no more than 1/4 turn).

  • Page 92: Daily Washdown

    7. When adjustment is complete, tighten the jam 3. Lower the main broom using Main Broom Up / nuts. Down / Rotate (Figure SP-1, #25) 8. Return conveyor to transport position using 4. Fill the water tank until it overflows, allowing Conveyor Up / Down switch (Figure SP-1, #24).
  • Page 93 remove heavy material from the conveyor and belt backing plate. If a high pressure hose is conveyor deflectors. Turn on the lower roller not available, use the sweeper’s washdown hose flush valve (Figure SP-18), located below the (Figure SP-19). washdown hose quick disconnect coupling. 5.

  • Page 94: Winter Storage

    NOTICE WINTER STORAGE An engine must never be washed or steam cleaned while it is running. Cold water on a hot manifold Before preparing the sweeper for winter storage, could crack the manifold. empty the hopper and thoroughly washdown the sweeper.
  • Page 95 Open the spray water shutoff valve (Figure Drain the fuel water separator. SP-20) and remove the water filter (Figure SP- 21). Empty the filter body and store it in the Open the drain on the lower section of the cab. spray water pump (Figure SP-22).
  • Page 96 a. Drain fuel tank and add 1 oz. (30 ml) of Follow all recommendations of the engine manufac- inhibitor per 4 gal. (15L) of tank capacity. turer for cold weather storage. b. Add 1 oz. (30 ml) of inhibitor to crankcase In addition, whenever the engine is to be stored for for each quart (0.95 L) of crankcase oil.

  • Page 97: Spring Start-Up

    Remove and clean battery. Store in a cool, dry SPRING START-UP place and keep fully charged. Follow all directions of the engine manufacturer for Clean the exterior of the equipment and touch- start-up of equipment. up any scratched or chipped painted surfaces. Remove all protective coverings, including Seal all openings on engine with plastic bags those on engine and electrical systems.
  • Page 98 Close the spray water shutoff valve (Figure If the windshield washer bottle was emptied, SP-20) and replace the water filter (Figure SP- fill it with water or solvent solution. 21). Follow all instructions in the Start-up Install the drain plug in the lower section of Checklist at the beginning of the Operation the spray water pump (Figure SP-22).
  • Page 99 TROUBLESHOOTING More complete troubleshooting and service proce- Decrease down pressure. dures may be found in the Service Manual for the Eagle. The troubleshooting listed below is meant as Broom(s) rotating too slowly a general guide only. Decrease down pressure. Conveyor jammed Debris thrown back into gutter Reverse the conveyor for no more than 30 sec- Broom angle set too flat, adjust angle.
  • Page 100 TROUBLESHOOTING - Electrical Sytem BATTERY IGNITION SWITCH RELAY ALTERNATOR RELAY STARTER MOTOR CIRCUIT BREAKER CONTROL SWITCH COMPONENT (LOAD) CHASSIS GROUND...
  • Page 101 GLOSSARY Air bag suspension - System used to pro- Dirt deflector - Rubber piece mounted vide stability of the rear axle. Can be under the chassis to keep debris within the adjusted for maximum sweeping and sweeping path. The Eagle is equipped with dumping performance.
  • Page 102 Hopper - An on-board tank for holding Spray water - Water sprayed on debris debris that has been swept up. being picked up by the sweeper. This water reduces the amount of dust. Hopper door - A large door that opens when the hopper is dumped to allow debris Sweep path - The width of the sweeping to be emptied from the hopper.
  • Page 104 Elgin Sweeper Company Subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation 1300 W. Bartlett Rd. Elgin, IL 60120 847-741-5370 Printed in U.S.A. P/N 0701480-D Copyright 2007 Elgin Sweeper Company...

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