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2RII PACKMASTER OPERATORS MANUAL Over Serial Number 16000 BUILDING THE BEST...
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Company, the component or part shall be repaired or replaced by an authorized Leach Distributor at no cost to the customer provided the unit is brought to the distributor’s service facility. After three (3) months, performance of adjustments or the replace- ment of wear/expendable components is not covered under warranty.
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FOREWARD Leach Company has been a leader in the refuse industry for over 110 years. Leach refuse bodies are the industry standard for both quality and performance. Leach Company is justifi- ably proud of the quality engineering, material and workmanship that goes into each and every packer we produce.
SECTION 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GENERAL The 2RII Packmaster has been designed with the oper- Publication of these precautions does not imply or in ator in mind. However, as with any industrial machinery, any way represent an all inclusive list. It is the opera- especially those that are large and apply forces through tor’s responsibility to be familiar with and ensure that...
SECTION 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PRIOR TO START UP 1. Never operate machinery while wearing jewelry or 5. Walk completely around the vehicle to make sure loose clothing. These items may become caught by all persons and obstructions are clear before start- or entangled in the machinery causing serious ing the unit.
SECTION 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OPERATION vest, protective glasses and protective shoes. GENERAL 17. All service opening covers and access doors must be maintained and latched in place while operating equipment. 1. It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure that operation of the unit is in accordance with the 18.
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49. Always set the vehicle parking brake before attach- ing or lifting a container. 50. Never lift a container which is non-compatible with the Leach container attachment. 51. Never lift a container without first latching both con- tainer latch arms.
SECTION 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS HYDRAULICS In case of injury seek proper medical treatment Hydraulic fluid operates under high temperatures. immediately. Avoid contact with piping, hoses or cylinders to prevent burns. Never use hands to check for leaks. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may cause injury. FIRE PROTECTION 1.
SECTION 2 INTRODUCTION The main purpose of the 2RII Packmaster is to safely and effi- ciently: load, compact, transport and unload refuse. The following describes how the unit performs those tasks in the most basic terms. For a more detailed description of the unit and its com- ponents, read the complete 2RII PACKMASTER SERVICE MANUAL.
PACKER panel. PANEL Once the body is full the 2RII Packmaster can be PUSHOUT PANEL MOVES FORWARD moved to the dumpsite for unloading. UNLOADING At the dumpsite the unit is unloaded in two easy steps: First, the tailgate is raised by the operator.
(ear) on each side of the packer tailgate. The latches and ears are installed to accomodate containers from ARM LATCH one (1) to ten (10) cubic yard capacity. The standard container for use with the Leach rear loader must have an ANSI Standard 1 " diameter trunnion bar 1/4"...
To assist in loading of er handling terms you will need to know. refuse in containers, various container handling sys- tems are available to be mounted on Leach rear load- ers. A refuse container may be a mobile residential one (1) cubic yard container with casters or a ten (10) cubic yard stationary commercial container.
SECTION 2 INTRODUCTION BASIC OPERATION All Leach container handling systems have three (3) basic steps for operation. ATTACH The first step in container handling is to attach the con- tainer to the rear loader by securing it with the latch arms of the container attachment.
ERATING PROCEDURES later in this section. There are only a few controls required for the complete and efficient operation of the 2RII Packmaster. It is im- portant that you know the location and function of each control before attempting to operate the unit. Refer to...
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SECTION 3 OPERATION PUMP/PTO CONTROL (1) The Pump/PTO (Power Take-Off) is engaged to put the hydraulics in operation. The exact location of the Pump/ PTO control will vary depending on the type, truck chas- sis style and control panel location. The Pump/PTO may be engaged by use of a lever, rocker switch, push-pull cable, toggle lever or positive control button depending on the style.
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SECTION 3 OPERATION ENGINE SPEED-UP PUSH BUTTON (4) When depressed, this push button switch will cause the engine to speed-up and supply more power to the hy- draulic system. Located on the lower front left side of the body, it is depressed by the operator when operating PUSHOUT LEVER either the pushout lever or tailgate lift lever.
SECTION 3 OPERATION DRIVER SIGNAL PUSH BUTTONS (8) These two push buttons, one located on each side of the tailgate, are connected to a buzzer mounted under the drivers seat or under the dash in the chassis cab. The operator depresses one of these push buttons to signal the driver when the loading operation is completed and the truck is ready to be moved.
SECTION 3 OPERATION OPERATING PROCEDURES This section of the manual provides all the instructions necessary to start and operate the 2RII Packmaster, including specific instructions for loading, packing and unloading the unit. NOTE It is important that operators and mechanics understand these procedures.
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PUSHOUT LEVER c. Pushout lever; d. Tailgate lift lever. FRONT CONTROL VALVE Never operate the 2RII Packmaster with any part of the control system or levers removed or serious TAILGATE damage will result. LIFT LEVER Never under any circumstances enter the body if the truck is running.
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SECTION 3 OPERATION 7. Start the truck according to the manufacturers instruc- tions and while it is warming up, continue the walk-around inspection. 8. Check all of the operating and running lights. Make sure none are missing and that there are no burned out bulbs.
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SECTION 3 OPERATION 10. Move both the packer panel lever and carrier panel CARRIER PANEL lever inward and let go. Check for the following: LEVER a. Engaging the carrier panel lever will activate an engine speed up switch, you should hear PACKER PANEL the engine speed up.
SECTION 3 OPERATION Do not operate a unit that is in need of service or repair. 15. Report any problems found during the pre-opera- tion walk-around inspection to the maintenance supervisor for service or repair, place a tag on the steering wheel, using a non-reusable fastener, stating the unit is inoperative and remove the keys.
SECTION 3 OPERATION START UP (OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS) 1. Inspect and start the truck as described in the pre- operational walk-around inspection. 2. Engage the Pump/PTO control (to start the hydraulic pump). 3. Place the engine speed up switch in the ON position. ENGINE ENGINE SPEED-UP...
SECTION 3 OPERATION POSITIONING PUSHOUT PANEL To load the unit, the pushout panel must be positioned toward the rear of the body. TAILGATE CLAMPS 1. Check the tailgate clamps to make sure both are securely tightened. 2. Depress and hold the speed-up push button. SPEED-UP BUTTON 3.
SECTION 3 OPERATION LOADING THE HOPPER There are only a few but important points to remember during loading of refuse. 1. Load the hopper evenly on both sides. 2. Load heavy objects in the center of the hop- per. 3. Do not load refuse higher than the loading edge.
SECTION 3 OPERATION USING A WINCH OR CONTAINER LIFT CYLINDER ATTACH CONTAINER Once the container is secured within the latch assem- bly, the lifting cable should be attached. Place the load in the base of the hook with the safety latch closing the throat opening.
SECTION 3 OPERATION USING A CONTAINER PUSH BAR (CPB) Once the container is secured within the latch assem- bly the container is ready to be dumped. After assuring that all persons are standing clear, the operator moves the CPB control lever in the direction shown on the in- struction decal to raise the container.
SECTION 3 OPERATION PUSHOUT PANEL OPERATION DURING PACKING TELESCOPIC PUSH OUT The 2RII Packmaster telescopic pushout cylinder will normally move toward the front of the body automati- PUSHOUT LEVER cally. When the resistance circuit is adjusted to produce maximum load density, it may become...
SECTION 3 OPERATION UNLOADING AT DUMPSITE Do not unload uphill or against a pile of refuse. 1. Apply the brakes, engage the PTO and ensure the transmission is in neutral. Relieve the pressure on the tailgate by moving the packer panel to the interrupted cycle position.
SECTION 3 OPERATION EJECTING THE LOAD PUSHOUT LEVER 1. Depress and hold engine speed-up button, push the pushout lever rearward and hold until the pushout panel stops. NOTE SPEED-UP On units with a telescopic pushout cylinder this will BUTTON eject the entire load — go on to step 4 2.
SECTION 3 OPERATION SHUT DOWN 1. Move the packer panel lever and carrier panel lever to place the packer panel in the home position. 2. Put all controls in neutral. 3. Set parking brake. 4. Disengage PTO. 5. Shut off engine. 6.
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CUSTOMER SUPPORT MANUAL/LITERATURE ORDER FORM SHIP TO: __________________________ LEACH INTERNAL USE ONLY __________________________ ORDERED BY: __________________________ DATE ORDERED: __________________________ DATE SHIPPED: TITLE QTY. TITLE QTY. Current Production Units Previous Production Units 2RII 105291 2RII PARTS, 9719-16000 _______ 105313 2RII PARTS, OVER 16000...
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BUILDING THE BEST One genuine Leach hat to the first person to notify us of an error in any of our publications! If you find what you believe to be an error in any of our publications please complete the requested information an return the form to us by fax or mail.
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2737 Harrison Street Oshkosh, Wisconsin 54901 (920) 231-2770 (920) 231-2712 FAX Please visit our website: www.LeachUSA.com PRINTED IN U.S.A. April 30, 2001 Part Number 105319...
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