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  • Page 1 UTOMIZER ERSA PERATOR ANUAL...
  • Page 3 UTOMIZER ERSA PERATOR MANUAL...
  • Page 4 Liability Labrie Environmental Group assumes no liabilty for any incidental, consequential, or other liability that might result from the use of the information contained in this document. All risks and damages, incidental or otherwise, arising from the use or misuse of the information contained herein are entirely the responsability of the user.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    AND TM Introducing the A ..........................1 UTOMIZER ERSA Product Overview ..................................... 1 To Contact Labrie Plus ..................................2 In the U.S....................................... 2 In Canada ...................................... 2 Safety ................... 3 Conventions ....................................... 3 Basic Safety Notions ..................................3 Responsibilities ....................................4 Employer’s Responsibilities ..............................
  • Page 6 iv Table of Contents Joystick Selector Switch ................................ 40 Crusher Panel Control Switch (optional) ........................41 Auto-Packing Control Switch (optional) ......................... 42 Gripper Auto-Close Override .............................. 43 Auto-Neutral Switch ................................44 Light Bar Control Pad (optional) ............................44 Cart counter (optional) ................................. 44 Packer Control Station .................................

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction The purpose of this manual is to introduce operators to the operational procedures for the A UTOMIZER . For information regarding ERSA maintenance procedures, refer to the maintenance manual for the A UTOMIZER ERSA Introducing the A UTOMIZER ERSA The A is a straight-frame UTOMIZER...

  • Page 8: To Contact Labrie Plus

    E-mail: sales@labriegroup.com For technical support and parts ordering, the serial number of your vehicle is required. Therefore, MPORTANT Labrie Environmental Group recommends to keep record of the information found on the VIN plate, which is located in the cab.

  • Page 9: Safety

    Safety Safety is always of prime importance when operating any type of equipment. All operators working with the must be aware of the UTOMIZER ERSA safety practices and features detailed in this section. Conventions Danger! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 10: Responsibilities

    4 Safety Danger! Always be aware of the vehicle’s surroundings to make sure that no pedestrians, passersby, bystanders, or other people or vehicles are in any way exposed to any danger caused by the use of the A UTOMIZER ERSA Danger! Never get in the hopper area when the engine is running.

  • Page 11: Employee's Responsibilities

    Safety 5 To establish and ensure the application of a “lockout/tagout” procedure any time inspection, repair or maintenance is performed on the vehicle, regardless of whether it takes place on the road or in the garage. Employee’s Responsibilities It is the responsibility of the employee: To enforce all safety measures to meet the requirements established by the employer.

  • Page 12: General Precautions

    In such cases, Labrie Environmental Group must be informed of every and all units that will be MPORTANT operated by more than one worker. Labrie Environmental Group will then determine and supply, at the customer’s expense, the required safety items.
  • Page 13 Safety 7 For any work (including cleaning and inspecting) that has to be done between the body and the chassis, always use the body safety prop. Also, the vehicle must be on level ground. Before opening and closing the tailgate and/or raising the body, make sure that there is no one behind the vehicle.

  • Page 14: Fire

    8 Safety Fire The employer must inform and train all personnel on the measures that must be taken in case of a vehicle and/or loaded body catching fire. Anytime a loaded vehicle is brought inside a garage, fire extinguishers shall be close at hand. The employer must also inform employees of an appropriate place to unload the body near the maintenance facility (preferably away from traffic, surface drains, and ditches).

  • Page 15: Location Of Safety And Warning Labels

    Safety 9 Location of Safety and Warning Labels Pay careful attention to all safety and warning labels while working in and around the A UTOMIZER . Keep your labels clean and in good condition at all times. For replacement labels, ERSA please call LabriePlus.
  • Page 16 10 Safety 79986 84010 84014...
  • Page 17 Safety 11 84272 84321...
  • Page 18 12 Safety 84456 84467 84458...
  • Page 19 Safety 13 84469 121349 84485...

  • Page 20: Labels On Tailgate

    14 Safety Labels on Tailgate 32307 79835 79839...

  • Page 21: Labels On Cab Console

    Safety 15 Labels on Cab Console 43862 43878 43880 97755 47622 47451 43934 47877 43900...

  • Page 22: Labels Outside Cab

    16 Safety 47878 47981 Labels outside Cab 79844 79847 79850 79851 79865...

  • Page 23: Labels Inside Cab

    Safety 17 Labels inside Cab 43882 47418 47426 79817 79818 79822 79824...
  • Page 24 18 Safety 79823 79831 79832...
  • Page 25 Safety 19 79840 79843 79855 84273 79877 84010 84012...
  • Page 26 20 Safety 84020 84024 84114 84188...

  • Page 27: Safety Features

    Safety 21 84404 104539 : Labels may vary depending on the options and features installed on the unit. Safety Features Global Motion Sensors (Optional) This OPTIONAL safety system is used to detect objects located behind the truck. This system is turned on by placing the transmission in reverse.
  • Page 28 22 Safety The main components of this system are a control box, located in the cab, sensors, located on the rear bumper, and the solenoid valve located on the chassis. When the system is turned on, a green light on the cab control box should light up to indicate that the system is operating.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    Safety 23 Troubleshooting and Maintenance For information about troubleshooting and maintenance, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide of Global Sensor Systems Inc. : Above illustrations taken from the Installation Manual of Global Sensor Sytems Inc. Back Up Alarm The back up alarm sounds when the truck is in reverse, the tailgate opens or the truck body rises. Body Safety Prop Safety props ensure that heavy body parts will not move inadvertently.
  • Page 30 24 Safety Setting the Body Safety Prop The body safety prop ensures that an empty body will not lower when you are working underneath it. Danger! Always set the body safety prop when performing maintenance underneath a raised body. Failure to do so may result in severe injury, or even death. Figure 2-2 Body safety prop To set the body safety prop:...

  • Page 31: Tailgate Safety Prop

    Safety 25 Figure 2-3 Safety prop handle Lower the body until it rests on the safety prop. Lock out and tag out the vehicle (see Locking Out and Taging Out the Vehicle on page 31). You can now work safely underneath the body. Putting the Body Safety Prop Back in Place To put the body safety prop back in place: Make sure that there is enough clearance above the body to raise it safely.
  • Page 32 26 Safety Figure 2-4 Tailgate safety prop Danger! The safety prop shall be set each time the tailgate is open for inspection and maintenance purposes. Setting the Tailgate Safety Prop To set the tailgate safety prop: Make sure that the body is empty. Remove the tailgate-locking mechanism safety pins.
  • Page 33 Safety 27 Turn on the pump. Danger! Prior to raising the tailgate, make sure that no one is standing behind the vehicle and that the body is empty. With the tailgate control lever in the cab control panel, raise the tailgate about 3 feet (enough to raise the safety prop).

  • Page 34: Camera System (Optional)

    28 Safety Figure 2-7 Raising the tailgate safety prop Release your grip on the safety prop to set it in its home position. Figure 2-8 Setting the safety prop in its home position With the tailgate control lever on the cab control panel, completely close the tailgate. light indicator should turn off.

  • Page 35: Tailgate Holding Valve

    Safety 29 The operator can switch from one camera to the other thanks to a selector switch located on the 7” LCD color monitor installed in the cab. Refer to the camera manufacturer’s manual for more information. Figure 2-9 Camera inside the hopper Figure 2-10 Camera on the tailgate Tailgate Holding Valve...

  • Page 36: Prior To Start Up

    30 Safety Prior to Start Up Before starting the vehicle: Make sure that no system will engage and/or start to operate as you start the engine. Turn off all electrical components. 1 a. Disengage the hydraulic pump. 1 b. Figure 2-11 Hydraulic pump O switch and indicator light Make sure that the main valve (ball valve) on the hydraulic tank is fully open before starting the...

  • Page 37: Cleanliness

    Safety 31 Figure 2-12 Main valve (ball valve) on suction line Cleanliness Cleanliness is part of safety. Ensure that the equipment works properly by removing any compacted garbage in the packer area after each body unloading. Clean all the lights and safety labels so you and the surrounding pedestrians and drivers will be aware of the truck at all times.
  • Page 38 32 Safety Figure 2-14 Parking brake sign Make sure that the body is completely unloaded. Switch off the hydraulic pump. Turn off the engine, remove the key from the ignition, store it in a safe and controlled area (preferably on yourself), and tape over the ignition switch. Turn off and lock the master switch.

  • Page 39: Shutting Down The Vehicle

    Before using the right-hand side driving position make sure that all controls are properly set. Driving Speed If the cab of the vehicle has been modified by Labrie Environmental Group (right-hand side driving position) for door-to-door waste collection, the maximum speed limit while driving at the right-hand side is, if permitted, 20 mph (32 km/h).

  • Page 40: Right-Hand Side Driving Position

    (see Figure 2-17). Right-Hand Side Driving Position The following procedure applies ONLY to cabs that had been modified by Labrie Environmental Group. It must be followed at the beginning, but also at the end of the collection route in order to revert to the left-hand side driving position.
  • Page 41 Safety 35 Move to the right-hand side driving position. Shift the driving position switch to the right. All the electrical accessories of the right-hand side driving position are then enabled. Figure 2-18 Driving position switch Enable the right-hand side joystick by moving the joystick selector switch to the right (see Figure 2-19).
  • Page 42 36 Safety Adjust mirrors properly (see Figure 2-21). Figure 2-21 Adjusting mirrors...

  • Page 43: Controls And Indicators

    Controls and Indicators The A has a series of UTOMIZER ERSA controls and indicators that allow easier operation of the different functions that come with the vehicle. These controls and indicators are mainly located on the cab console and on the dashboard. Cab Console The cab console is located in the middle of the cab for easy access during collection and operation.
  • Page 44 38 Controls and Indicators Signal lamp Pump switch : Do not close the main valve (ball valve) on the suction line even if the PTO switch is turned off. The pump is always turning whatever the engine RPM. It is very important not to let the pump run dry or without oil.

  • Page 45: Tailgate Control Switch

    Controls and Indicators 39 Tailgate Control Switch control switch is a 3-position switch that allows the operator to control the tailgate TAILGATE (see Figure 3-3). When the truck is equipped with two tailgates (optional co-mingle body), an electrical switch located on the cab console allows the operator to choose between the right tailgate and the left tailgate.

  • Page 46: Hoist Control Switch

    40 Controls and Indicators Figure 3-4 warning lamp AILGATE UNLOCKED BODY RAISED Hoist Control Switch control switch is a 3-position switch that allows the operator to control the body BODY RAISE (see Figure 3-5). When the body is raised, the warning lamp (see Figure 3-4) TAILGATE UNLOCKED BODY RAISED...

  • Page 47: Crusher Panel Control Switch (Optional)

    Controls and Indicators 41 Figure 3-6 switch OYSTICK ELECTOR Move this switch to the right to activate the right-hand side arm control joystick. Move this switch to the left to deactivate the right-hand side arm control joystick. Crusher Panel Control Switch (optional) The control switch for the crusher panel is fully manual (standard unit) and is located on the cab console (see Figure 3-7).

  • Page 48: Auto-Packing Control Switch (Optional)

    42 Controls and Indicators Figure 3-8 Crusher panel The crusher panel can be lowered upon refuse to prevent refuse from popping up in front of the packing ram, increasing the compaction at any time and also during the load-breaking sequence. To help during the unloading sequence, you should leave a good amount of garbage in front of the packer and under the lowered crusher panel as you finish your route.

  • Page 49: Gripper Auto-Close Override

    Controls and Indicators 43 Figure 3-9 control switch ACKING To activate the auto-packing function, turn the switch to the right. To deactivate the auto-packing function, turn the switch to the left. Gripper Auto-Close Override The gripper (or grabber) auto-close override function (standard) allows the operator to open the gripper while in the hopper in order to throw away the grabbed object directly in it.

  • Page 50: Auto-Neutral Switch

    44 Controls and Indicators Auto-Neutral Switch The auto-neutral system is available on units equipped with an Allison electronic transmission. The auto-neutral allows the operator to shift from “drive” to “neutral” automatically without touching the shifter lever. For more information on this, refer to the chassis manufacturer’s manual. Figure 3-11 switch EUTRAL...

  • Page 51: Packer Control Station

    Controls and Indicators 45 Figure 3-13 Cart counter Packer Control Station The A has a single packer control station located on the cab console. Here UTOMIZER ERSA is a description of all the control switches and buttons found on the packer control station. Stop Push Button (red) The Emergency Stop button will stop all hydraulic functions on the truck (tailgate, body hoist, etc.).

  • Page 52: Retract Push Button (Yellow)

    46 Controls and Indicators Figure 3-15 Pack Push Button Retract Push Button (yellow) The packer retract button will retract the packer at the beginning of its stroke. This control is useful when the body is full and the material prevents the packer from reaching the end of its stroke. Manual retraction of the packer is necessary to bring back the packer.

  • Page 53: Joystick Controls

    Controls and Indicators 47 Figure 3-17 Multi-cycle switch Joystick Controls Arm Joystick The joystick is used to control the Versa Hand arm of the Automizer . It can be located either on the console at the center of the cab or near the right-hand side door. In some units, two joysticks are installed in the cab: one on the console, the other near the right-hand side door.
  • Page 54 48 Controls and Indicators Figure 3-18 Automated arm joystick Deadman switch must be depressed to activate in/out and up/down commands. MPORTANT Shift the joystick forward at 90° toward the grabber down lettering (see Figure 3-19) to lower the grabber. Shift the joystick forward at 45° between the grabber down and arm extend lettering to lower the grabber and extend the arm.

  • Page 55: Auxiliary Arm Controls

    Controls and Indicators 49 Figure 3-19 Automated arm joystick control label Auxiliary Arm Controls Some trucks are equipped with auxiliary arm controls under the right-hand side seat. These arm controls may vary according to truck model. Figure 3-20 Auxiliary arm controls Auxiliary arm controls have the same functions as does the joystick.

  • Page 56: Cab Dashboard

    50 Controls and Indicators Below are labels that show the functions of each of these controls. Figure 3-21 Auxiliary arm control label Cab Dashboard The following is a description of the controls and buttons found on the dashboard. Parking Brake The parking brake must be used every time the A is stopped on idle UTOMIZER...

  • Page 57: Work Light Switch (Optional)

    Controls and Indicators 51 Figure 3-22 Parking brake Work Light Switch (optional) This switch activates and deactivates the work lights. Shift the switch up to turn on the work lights. Shift the switch down to turn off the work lights. Figure 3-23 Work light switch : On some units, this switch is found on the console.

  • Page 58: Strobe Light Switch

    52 Controls and Indicators Figure 3-24 Flashing light switch : On some units, this switch is found on the console. Strobe Light Switch This switch activates and deactivates the strobe light mounted on the tailgate. Shift the switch up to turn on the strobe light. Shift the switch down to turn off the strobe light.

  • Page 59: Arm Extended Warning Lights

    Temporary Handbrake : This section applies only to cabs modified by Labrie Environmental Group. If your cab has not been modified by Labrie Environmental Group, please refer to the cab manufacturer’s manual.
  • Page 60 54 Controls and Indicators When you get back to the cab for the next collection stop, only slight pressure on the brake pedal MPORTANT and shifting the temporary handbrake and/or the parking brake are required to engage the transmission and move the vehicle. This careful sequence helps the brake systems of your A UTOMIZER unit last longer and perform better.

  • Page 61: Daily Inspection

    Operating the UTOMIZER ERSA The different methods, procedures and necessary actions to operate the A UTOMIZER ERSA presented in this section. Warning! Always read and understand the Operator Manual before operating the equipment. Before operating the A , the UTOMIZER ERSA operator must be completely familiar with all safety procedures, and the location, operation and functions...

  • Page 62: Visual Inspection

    56 Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA parked at the most convenient place where you will have all the clearance required to perform a complete start-of-the-day inspection. During the daily inspection, look for any structural damage. Inspect tires and check the hydraulic tank for air leaks. Visual Inspection Before starting the vehicle, the operator MUST perform a visual inspection of the truck.

  • Page 63: Body Inspection Procedure

    Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA Body Inspection Procedure Exit the cab to continue your inspection. Bring a rag along to clean all accessible lights, labels, camera lenses, etc. Check for mechanical problems: rollers, hinges, door-locking mechanisms, wear items, etc. Report any defective system to the maintenance personnel. Body inspection procedure: Activate the packer for a full cycle.
  • Page 64 58 Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA Warning! Apply the lockout/tagout procedure at all times. See Locking Out and Taging Out the Vehicle on page 31. Apply the following inspection procedure: Make sure to park the vehicle on safe level ground. Ensure that the parking brake is applied and the vehicle is tagged out for maintenance purposes (see Locking Out and Taging Out the Vehicle on page 31).
  • Page 65 Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA - Rollers and bearings; Roller and bearings - Bolt locks; Bolt locks - Chains and sprockets; Chains Sprocket teeth...
  • Page 66 60 Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA - Grabber; Grabber - Hoses and connections; Hoses Connections - Cylinders. Check for loose nuts and bolts. Bolts Check limit switches. Refer to the Maintenance Manual for more details.

  • Page 67: Inspection Procedure For The Right-Hand Side Driving Controls

    Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA Figure 4-3 Limit switches Inspection Procedure for the Right-Hand Side Driving Controls If your vehicle has a modified cab, enter the cab through the right-hand side door and operate the right-hand side driving controls. Report any defective system to maintenance personnel. To inspect the right-hand side driving controls, do the following: Test the steering wheel by turning it left and right as you are slowly moving the truck forward.

  • Page 68: Inspection Sheet

    62 Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA Inspection Sheet The following is an example of an inspection sheet. The operator MUST follow the inspection sheet provided by his employer. If the employer does not have any, ask for his permission before using this example sheet.

  • Page 69: Loading And Packing

    Out and Taging Out the Vehicle on page 31. Hopper Description and Loading The AUTOMIZER VERSA HAND™ has a packer swept volume of 1.75 cubic yards. The packer swept volume is reached by using a 24-inch high packer blade with a 52-inch stroke.

  • Page 70: Packer Description

    64 Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA Figure 4-4 Hopper Hopper with a swept volume of 1.75 CU. YD. Packer Description The packer, made of high strength steel, travels the hopper to push the refuse into the body. If any piece of garbage exceeds above the packer, it will be crushed or bent against the rear breaker bar, located just above the opening of the body.

  • Page 71: Loading Corrective Actions

    Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA Pull the joystick to raise the grabber inside the hopper. The garbage should then fall down. Ensure that the roller cart is empty before returning it back to the ground. Move the joystick forward to lower the grabber. If needed, extend the arm to place the cart back where it was.

  • Page 72: Unloading

    66 Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA Unloading Once you have completed your collection route, make sure the arm is parked alongside the truck, and the crusher panel is lowered. Keep some garbage not packed in front of the packer in order to facilitate the unloading process.

  • Page 73: Unloading Corrective Actions

    Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA Figure 4-5 Safety pin Fully open the tailgate. Raise the body. Garbage should slide out. Slowly move the vehicle forward to prevent the garbage from piling up under the tailgate. This is the only time you can move the truck with body raised. Do it very cautiously and cover the shortest distance possible.

  • Page 74: Unloading Emergency Actions

    68 Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA Pull down the safety prop towards the body. Figure 4-6 Body safety prop Body safety prop Hoisting cylinder Safety prop handle Slowly lower the body so it rests on the prop. Proceed with the necessary cleaning of the chassis. Once finished, slightly raise the body and put the safety prop back to its vertical position.

  • Page 75: Emergency Actions

    Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA Make sure the tailgate is fully open. Make sure the air pressure is above 70 psi. Check all fuses in the console. Contact the maintenance facility if there is no change. If equipped with air suspension, it needs to be dropped. If equipped with a tag axle, it must be lowered.

  • Page 76: Daily Chassis Cleaning

    70 Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA Clean all accumulated dirt under cylinder brackets and inside the side tracks using the hoe and pressurized water if necessary. Be careful with proximity switches to prevent misalignment. Perform a visual inspection for leaks or wear in this area. Rake small pieces of garbage out of the clean-out doors using the hoe.
  • Page 77 Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA Install the control lever on the arm extend/retract section of the proportional valve located on the right-hand side of the vehicle. Using the control lever, retract the arm slowly in order to bring it back to its home position. Danger! Stay clear of the path of the arm at all times and do not open the grabber in mid-air when performing this procedure.
  • Page 78 72 Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA Figure 4-9 4-section proportional valve Crusher panel up Crusher panel down Grabber open Grabber close Grabber down Grabber up Arm retract Arm extend Figure 4-10 5-section proportional valve Crusher panel down Crusher panel up Chute left Chute right Grabber open...
  • Page 79 Operating the A UTOMIZER ERSA...
  • Page 80 Our office in the U.S. Our office in Canada 1981 W. Snell Road 175 Route du Pont Oshkosh, WI 54904 St-Nicolas, QC G7A 2T3 Toll Free: 1-800-231-2771 Toll Free: 1-877-831-8250 Telephone: 1-920-233-2770 Telephone: 1-418-831-8250 General Fax: 1-920-232-2496 Service Fax: 1-418-831-1673 Sales Fax: 1-920-232-2498 Parts Fax: 1-418-831-7561 Mailing Address...

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