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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 1 of 101 USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL MODEL AZIMUT 8 EQUIPMENT MODEL – TYPE MODEL – TYPE TIS NUMBER TIS NUMBER –TIS Nr. TIS – N° DE TIS CODE CODE –KODEX...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 2 of 101 Contents - Operation and Maintenance Manual INTRODUCTION ........................ 6 INTRODUCTION ........................ 7 Machine identification markings ..................7 Equipment Technical data Sheet Fig.C.1 EN 1501-1:2011 + A1:2015 (Example) ..... 8 Equipment Technical data Sheet Fig.C.2 EN 1501-1:2011 + A1:2015 (Example) .....
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 3 of 101 3.10.13 Check valve on the tank lifting cylinder ................44 3.10.14 Check valve on the stabilisers' cylinders ................. 45 3.10.15 Slider cylinders protective casing ................... 45 3.10.16 Two-hand control device for AVC activation ..............46 3.10.17 comb cylinder stroke limiting sensor (if bin pre-hooking is present) ......
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 4 of 101 4.4.3 Work light – SWITCH + INDICATOR LIGHT ..............70 4.4.4 Flashing light – SWITCH + INDICATOR LIGHT ..............70 4.4.5 Emergency stop button - RED MUSHROOM BUTTON ............ 70 Rear right pushbutton panel ..................
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 5 of 101 MACHINE HANDLING, RECYCLING AND ENVIRONMENT INSTRUCTIONS ...... 87 Handling the machine ....................87 Recycling and Environment .................... 87 6.2.1 General advice ........................ 87 6.2.2 Rubber and plastics ......................88 6.2.3 Metals ..........................
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 6 of 101 1 INTRODUCTION TECNOINDUSTRIE MERLO S.p.A., the Ecology Division of the Merlo S.p.A Group. offers a range of equipment capable of fully responding to the needs of the markets. High technology products that, thanks to their performance, are at the high-end of the market.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 7 of 101 2 INTRODUCTION 2.1 Machine identification markings Name and address of manufacturer: TECNOINDUSTRIE MERLO S.p.A. Via Valle Grana, 58 12020 – BERNEZZO Fraz. SAN ROCCO - CUNEO - ITALY. COMPANY CERTIFICATIONS: ISO 9001 - ISO 14001 –...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 8 of 101 2.2 Equipment Technical data Sheet Fig.C.1 EN 1501-1:2011 + A1:2015 (Example) TECHNICAL DATA SHEET Chassis builder IVECO Chassis type 65C14N Power required [Kw] Equipment manufacturer Tecnoindustrie Merlo SpA Type of attachment AZIMUT Unloading time...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 9 of 101 2.3 Equipment Technical data Sheet Fig.C.2 EN 1501-1:2011 + A1:2015 (Example) Single Load N° 2100 3600 5020 Chassis weight 1580 2180 Equipment weight 1000 AVC weight Total tare 1556 1774 3330...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 11 of 101 2.5 Noise Values The AZIMUT equipment has undergone, in accordance with the requirements of Directive EN 1501-1: 2011 + A1: 2015 item 5.17, noise tests to evaluate the sound pressure level on the operator's ears during the various operating phases.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 12 of 101 The equivalent sound power level, measured in accordance with Directive 2000/14/EC “Noise emission in the environment by equipment for use outdoors” for AZIMUTH-type equipment is equal to: AZIMUT Sound Power Level (LWA) dB(A)
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 13 of 101 2.6 Vibration Values The reference standards used to perform the measurement and analysis of vibration to which the operators may be subject during the use of the equipment are as follows: •...
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 14 of 101 The values measured in the measurement of vibrations to the HAND-BOOM for the operator in the cab are shown in the following table: hours [m/s 0,66 0,93 1,14 1,31 1,47...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 15 of 101 2.7 Use and safe keeping of the Instructions Manual The instruction manual is intended for all persons who directly or indirectly use the machine, i.e.: owner, user, persons responsible for maintenance, installation, operation, monitoring, final decommissioning/disposal, etc.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 16 of 101 The present manual is divided into three parts: • SAFETY REGULATIONS AND INFORMATION • MACHINE CHARACTERISTICS: Technical description - Main components - Bin coupling - Description of systems - Dashboard - Operating instructions - Calibration, Set-up and Dismantling of the Machine •...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 17 of 101 2.8 Signs and CE marking 2.8.1 CE mark plate The plate indicating the CE marking is positioned in the rear area of the equipment, on the left stabilizer equipment tube.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 18 of 101 2.8.2 Arms closure sticker At the rear of the equipment, on the crossbar coupling the tank to the subframe, there is a sticker indicating: WARNING, read the use and maintenance manual before using the equipment. The reference is the obligation to close the DIN arms (if any) while the vehicle is running.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 19 of 101 2.8.4 “Safety Bar” sticker Stickers are present near the safety bar and on the wall of the tank, indicating: • Refer to the use and maintenance manual for the correct use of the bar, with the obligation to use the safety strut for maintenance operations with the tank raised •...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 20 of 101 2.8.7 Sticker "Hydraulic oil level" A sticker is present near the tank that requires you to refer to the use and maintenance manual for checking the hydraulic oil level. 2.8.8 Sticker “Equipment lifting”...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 21 of 101 3 PART A: SAFETY REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION This section contains general information for the safe use of the machine. 3.1 Warnings for the driver and operators Each worker using the vehicle is responsible for the safety of other workers who are, for example, on the rear platforms or in the vicinity of the vehicle itself.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 22 of 101 3.2 Envisaged conditions of use The AZIMUT mini-compactor built by TECNOINDUSTRIE MERLO S.p.A. is used to collect SUW (solid urban waste) Using the comb and/or boom equipment system, road-side waste bins/containers are picked up, emptied and returned to the ground.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 23 of 101 Platforms: The platforms, when present, are used for the transport of persons during the normal work shift and are made of a special non-slip material; handles are present on the equipment, if platforms are present, to allow the operator to hold on while the vehicle is moving.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 24 of 101 3.3 Containers envisaged This section lists the appropriate containers for the AZIMUT equipment: • Two-wheeled containers with capacity of 80l to 390l for comb lifting devices in accordance with EN 840-1:2013.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 25 of 101 3.4 Forbidden conditions of use The AZIMUT equipment is equipped with appropriate safety devices, danger/manoeuvre signalling, such as lights and buzzers, and safety devices that prevent potentially dangerous operations for the operators, such as the travel of the vehicle with the PTO engaged, tank lifting operations with AVC not fully closed, etc ..
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 26 of 101 3.5 Use limitation In addition to the mentioned previously, it is forbidden to use the AZIMUT equipment: By untrained personnel By personnel not authorized by applicable legislation in the country of use In the presence of deterioration or malfunctions of equipment safety In an explosive environment In a corrosive environment...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 27 of 101 3.6 Notes concerning general behaviour It is the operator's task to make sure that the machine is kept clean of materials such as debris, residues, oil leaked from the hydraulic system. For this purpose, cleaning should be performed at the end of the work shift with the machine stationary, completely stable and with the possible collaboration of maintenance personnel.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 28 of 101 3.7 Safety warnings In order to ensure maximum operating reliability, TECNOINDUSTRIE MERLO S.p.A has carefully selected all materials and elements used to build the machine and performs regular testing prior to delivery.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 29 of 101 9. It is forbidden to alter devices and calibrations set by the manufacturer. 10. It is necessary to ensure that the AVC handling area is clear of obstacles (even at height) and/or people before its handling.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 30 of 101 25. It is forbidden to use spare parts and components that are not original and not approved by the manufacturer. 26. Operators must use protective clothing and equipment in accordance with the provisions of applicable law.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 31 of 101 It is forbidden to tamper with, alter or modify, even in part, systems or equipment covered by these operating instructions, and in particular the guards and devices provided for personal safety.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 32 of 101 3.8 Personnel training Staff training must be provided in accordance with D.lgs 81/08, Art. 36.37. The machine is intended for professional use by operators who have received suitable use and maintenance instructions.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 33 of 101 The employer must ensure that personnel using the machine and maintenance staff are fully informed and trained. This manual can only describe some of the situations that may arise while using the attachment.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 34 of 101 3.9 Safety devices 3.9.1 List of Devices The main safety, testing and calibration devices installed on the machine to indicate any risks and prevent accidents are: 1. Mechanical device to lock the dump body when lifted: safety strut(s) for maintenance tasks 2.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 35 of 101 19. Person-on-platform sensor device; the sensor, as provided by EN 1501-1 2011+ A1:2015 point 5.10.3.3.3, detects the presence of a person on the platform through the weight acting on the said platform and, if a "Person-on-platform"...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 36 of 101 3.10 Location of the main safety devices 3.10.1 Mechanical device to lock the dump body when lifted The rear part of the equipment has a safety strut that must be used during all maintenance operations that require the tank to be lifted.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 37 of 101 • 1 on the right rear side of the attachment, on the main push-button panel and on the AVC push-button panel • 1 on the left rear side of the attachment:...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 38 of 101 3.10.3 Release device: yellow button The yellow release button is located on the main control panel on the right rear side of the equipment. Optionally it can be positioned on the push-button panel on the rear left side or on both sides.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 39 of 101 With the equipment on, if the chassis-cab is used on sloping roads that require the use of the handbrake, the PTO selector must be positioned to "0". 3.10.5 Device that disengages the PTO if the clutch is pressed (with chassis-cab equipped with manual gearbox) The said device is represented by a mechanical micro positioned under the clutch pedal;...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 40 of 101 3.10.7 Tank Raised signalling device The “Dump Body UP” warning light is located on the control panel in the cab. This indicator light turns red when the tank starts the lifting operation from the rest position. The indicator light remains on until the tank is completely lowered.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 41 of 101 The sensors controlling stabilizer position are located on the rear part of the equipment and are mounted directly on the cylinders. 3.10.9 Tank raising blocking device with AVC outside the machine's footprint. This device prevents tank lifting if the magnetic "AVC fully closed"...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 42 of 101 3.10.10 Hydraulic circuit maximum valve The hydraulic plant relief valve is located on the hydraulic bank on the rear left side of the attachment. 3.10.11 Compacting stop device with hatch open (if present) If the equipment is equipped with side hatch to facilitate the manual loading of the waste at a lower height with respect to the loading edge, if the hatch is opened, the sensor prevents the compaction movement.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 43 of 101 3.10.12 Balancing valves on the AVC movement cylinders The container pick-up, lifting and tipping device (AVC) is driven by four double effect hydraulic cylinders, on each of which is flanged a piloted balancing valve (single or double). •...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 44 of 101 • Bin/Container Tipping Cylinder 3.10.13 Check valve on the tank lifting cylinder The double-acting cylinder controlling tank lifting and emptying is fitted with a lock valve to prevent any accidental descent if an hydraulic hose fails.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 45 of 101 3.10.14 Check valve on the stabilisers' cylinders To avoid the accidental upward movement of the stabilizers during the unloading manoeuvre of the tank, a special check valve is mounted on the breeches of the cylinders. 3.10.15 Slider cylinders protective casing The cylinders regulating compaction slider movement are located outside the tank and, although...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 46 of 101 3.10.16 Two-hand control device for AVC activation To avoid that the operator can reach possible shearing zones with the upper limbs during the handling manoeuvre of the AVC, the Bin tipping commands are hold-to-run with the consent command to be used simultaneously with the AVC ascent/descent selector switch.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 47 of 101 3.10.17 comb cylinder stroke limiting sensor (if bin pre-hooking is present) This device, consisting of a magnetic micro-switch, stops the movement of the comb cylinder, leaving a space greater than approx. 12 cm, to avoid any risk of shearing during the hooking manoeuvre of the bin.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 48 of 101 In the event that the platform (or platforms) is occupied, a special indicator light on the control panel in the cab lights and all the safety devices are automatically inserted as required by EN 1501-1: 2011 + A1:2015 at point 5.10.3.3.1 .
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 49 of 101 does not allow to perform any operation for five minutes; during this period the red “5 minutes” indicator light flashes. The key should be stored separately from that of the waste collection vehicle. 3.10.20 Closed-circuit television system A 7"...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 50 of 101 3.11 Information concerning residual risks and emergency situations The design of the AZIMUT attachment, being fitted on a motor vehicle normally operating in an urban environment with all related risks, efforts have been made to minimise "residual risks". Information is provided about the main residual risks present in various operations: ♦...
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 51 of 101 ♦ Using the hanging control panel there is a risk that the operator enters the area covered by the AVC movement. If the hanging control panels is used for the AVC or for unloading the dump body, the operator must have full visibility of the operating area.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 52 of 101 When performing maintenance operations, pay close attention to: • not perform greasing or lubrication tasks of any kind with the machine in motion • not to climb on the dump body without the appropriate safety devices •...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 53 of 101 3.12 Reference standards and legal requirements The AZIMUT waste collection equipment with single blade compaction system, rear lifting and emptying device for bins containing solid urban waste produced by TECNOINDUSTRIE MERLO S.p.A., are covered by Annex IV item 13 of Directive 2006/42/EC.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 54 of 101 4 PART B1: INFORMATION ON THE MACHINE Warning: Before reading this section, knowledge is required of the contents of paragraph PART A: SAFETY REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION; understanding thereof is essential for SAFE use of the machine.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 55 of 101 4.1.3 Compaction device The compaction device is the common "single articulated blade” type. It comprises a slider having alternating straight line motion and a blade hinged to the slider having rotating motion driven by two pairs of cylinders.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 56 of 101 4.1.5 Bin tipping device (AVC) The pick-up, lifting, emptying and re-positioning system of the containers is installed on the rear side of the vehicle; this is fixed to the subframe structure through pin connectors, in such a way as to ensure ease in assembly and disassembly in the event of maintenance.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 57 of 101 The bin tipping device has the following characteristics: a) Double rotation device, with vertical ascent of the comb, lifting up to the tank loading edge and subsequent rotation inside the dump body. b) Tipping angle greater than 45º, which ensures perfect emptying of the dump body without the need of Shaker at the end of stroke;...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 58 of 101 4.1.7 Side hatch on dump body(if present) If required, it is possible to equip the tank with one or two side sliding or tip-up hatches that make it possible to load bags and/or small bins manually at a lower level compared to the rear edge of the tank itself.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 59 of 101 4.2 Oleodynamic system The oleodynamic system is designed and dimensioned using the EN ISO 4413:2010 standard as reference. All hydraulic movements of the equipment are generated by a high-performance gear pump, actuated by means of a PTO keyed to the gearbox of the thermal engine of the truck tractor.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 60 of 101 The hydraulic system comprises: a) High efficiency hydraulic gear pump b) Hydraulic oil shut-off gate valve in the event of hose rupture; c) Oil tank with suction filter, visual optical layer and thermometer; d) Exhaust filter with cartridge;...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 61 of 101 4.2.1 Hydraulic oil characteristics The Q8 HANDEL 46 hydraulic oil has a high biodegradability index and good lubrication even at medium-high temperatures and ensures reduced wear of plant components (organic oil available as an option).
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 62 of 101 4.2.2 Hoses characteristics The hoses of the hydraulic circuit of the attachment's system are coiled and constructed according to the SAE 100 standard. Two classes of hose can be identified according to the different use and to the different pressures that the hoses must withstand during use, even intensive: ♦...
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 63 of 101 ♦ Low pressure hoses All pressure hoses are shielded and protected by a textile sheath, to prevent jets of oil due to unexpected breakage of the hoses.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 64 of 101 4.2.3 Main cylinder characteristics Cylinders are manufactured using materials ensuring excellent mechanical characteristics and high pressure seals ensuring a high number of cycles by the best brands currently on the market. List of cylinders: •...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 65 of 101 4.3 Electrical system The auto-compactor is equipped with all lighting devices required by the current Highway Code. The lighting devices are clearly visible in normal operating conditions. The equipment has additional visual signalling devices (usually 1 element on the roof of the tank)with blinking orange lights controlled from the cab.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 66 of 101 The monitors are equipped with reflection protection and the security cameras are anti-condensate type. Thanks to white lighting headlamp supplied with machine, collection operations can even be performed at night.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 67 of 101 The control panels provided on the vehicle are as follows: • Cab push-button panel; • Main control panel with right side AVC controls • Left side auxiliary panel •...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 68 of 101 4.4.1 Main switch – KEY SELECTOR SWITCH The key-operated selector switch is used to switch the equipment ON. • equipment off selector switch turned to 0 •...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 69 of 101 4.4.5 Tank Lift – HOLD-DOWN ROTARY SWITCH This selector allows tank lifting/lowering in unloaded conditions. The selector, turned and held to the right, raises the tank, and lowers it when turned to the left. 4.4.6 AVC BEYOND FOOTPRINT - INDICATOR LIGHT If the AVC is not completely closed, the indicator light turns red.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 70 of 101 4.4.2 Emergency active – Indicator light The lighting of the red light indicates that an emergency button on one or more pushbutton panels has been pressed. 4.4.3 Work light – SWITCH + INDICATOR LIGHT This switch controls the on/off of the white work light positioned at the rear to illuminate the work area even in the case of night work.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 71 of 101 4.5.1 Emergency stop button - RED MUSHROOM BUTTON This button stops any movement of the attachment, except for the release command. Once pressed, it remains active. To disable it, rotate the button so that it can return to the start position. 4.5.2 Communication buzzer - BUTTON This hold-to-run button activates an audible buzzer in the cab.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 72 of 101 4.5.8 Compacting START – BUTTON Once the compaction cycle to be performed is selected, this button will activate compaction unit movements. 4.5.9 Compacting STOP – BUTTON This button stops compaction movements. 4.5.10 Manual compaction movements - JOYSTICK To perform the manual compaction controls, must press the "Enable"...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 73 of 101 4.6 Rear left pushbutton panel MUSHROOM STOP BUTTON CALL THE 4.6.1 Emergency stop button - RED MUSHROOM BUTTON This button stops any movement of the attachment, except for the release command. Once pressed, it remains active.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 74 of 101 4.7 Pull-out tank control panel (optional) ENABLE TANK DOWN TANK UP BUTTON EMERGENCY STOP 4.7.1 Emergency stop - RED MUSHROOM BUTTON This button interrupts all equipment movements except for the release function. Once pressed, it remains active.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 75 of 101 4.8 Pull-out AVC control panel (optional) AVC DOWN AVC UP ENABLE BUTTON EMERGENCY STOP 4.8.1 Emergency stop - RED MUSHROOM BUTTON This button interrupts all equipment movements except for the release function. Once pressed, it remains active.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 76 of 101 5 PART B2: EQUIPMENT USE INSTRUCTIONS 5.1 Preliminary Operations and Controls For correct driving, the operator/driver must strictly follow the instructions given in the Use and Maintenance Manual of the vehicle chassis. In particular, it is forbidden to exceed the maximum load capacity of the equipment and the legal permissible payload indicated on the MCTC registration document.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 77 of 101 • The closure of the inspection hatches (if present); • The efficiency of the safety devices; • Correct positioning of the shovel and broom for collection. 5.2 Starting the equipment and PTO engagement With the engine running, the gear in neutral (or NEUTRAL/PARKING) and the hand brake engaged, depress the clutch (for manual transmissions), turn the selector located on the push- button panel in the cab to the desired mode for PTO engagement (see paragraph 4.4.2).
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 78 of 101 IT IS FORBIDDEN TO PICK UP AND EMPTY THE BIN UNLESS THE FOREGOING CONDITIONS ARE MET. IT IS FORBIDDEN TO REMAIN NEAR THE AVC DURING THE DUMP BODY EMPTYING OPERATIONS.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 79 of 101 The bin will be raised by the comb up to a height of about 12 cm from the upper fixed stop, so as to avoid any residual risks of shearing. The device is of the hold-to-run type, so if the blade ceases to be pressed, the movement is blocked.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 80 of 101 5.3.1.5 Conditions for which the bin tipping device does not start If, by activating the AVC command buttons, the device does not start, check the following conditions individually, trying if the device works at every step: a) Check the correct engagement of the PTO.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 81 of 101 To carry out the compacting manoeuvre correctly, make sure that no operator is present on the platform (if platforms are present). The operator on the ground can choose, using the control selector located on the rear main control panel (paragraph 4.5.7), whether to carry out the single continuous, automatic continuous or manual cycle;...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 82 of 101 5.3.3 Tank emptying instructions WARNING: The tank discharge operation can be performed if the following conditions are not met: The vehicle is at standstill in neutral gear, handbrake engaged and PTO engaged. ...
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 83 of 101 To empty the dump body, check that the AVC is completely lowered (if this is not the case, use the control buttons), then proceed with the dump body emptying manoeuvre: o position the equipment at the discharge point and act on the hold-to-run button to lower the stabilizers and raise the tank (see paragraph 4.4.5);...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 84 of 101 5.3.3.1 Conditions in which the tank is not raised If the manoeuvre does not start when turning the tank lifting selector switch present on the cab control panel, individually check the following, checking if the device works at every step: a) Check the correct engagement of the PTO.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 85 of 101 5.3.5 Release To release a person trapped between the compaction system and the load compartment, press the yellow hold-to-run RELEASE button (see paragraph 4.5.5), present on the main control panel: the system performs the opening operation of the blade and the advance (toward the cab) of the slide in order to increase the free space in the hopper.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 86 of 101 This emergency control can have two functions: 1. proceed in reverse gear or at speeds above 30 km/h with the operator on platform for very short periods in case of emergency (e.g. need to reverse to avoid collision with another vehicle): in this case, as soon as the emergency is over (i.e.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 87 of 101 MACHINE HANDLING, RECYCLING AND ENVIRONMENT INSTRUCTIONS 6.1 Handling the machine The machine does not require highly specialized personnel for use and maintenance; an adequate knowledge of the machine, its controls, safety devices and manoeuvres executed in the various cycles is sufficient and these skills can be acquired through a training course and reading through the Use and Maintenance manual.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 88 of 101 6.2.2 Rubber and plastics The use of plastics and rubber in equipment construction is minimal. In order to facilitate the recycling process, the range of materials used has been limited to thermoplastics which can be recycled by fusion.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 89 of 101 7 PART C: MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INFORMATION The following describes the operations, the materials and tools necessary for the main maintenance operations for the attachment. Necessary information and instructions are provided for preparing facilities and devices needed for maintenance operations.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 90 of 101 • bin pick up couplings • oil leaks from the return • circuit of AVC in rest position • correct tightening of the bolt used in the frame/subframe fixing At the end of the work shift, the machine must be CLEANED and if possible DISINFECTED so that necessary checks can be performed.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 91 of 101 After every maintenance operation, it is compulsory to check the operation of all safety devices on the machine: • check emergency switch operation • check operation of enable buttons and hold-down controls •...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 92 of 101 Figure 2 On completing maintenance work, the operator must lift the tank so that the safety bar can rotate and be returned to its rest position along the turret. ONLY AFTER REMOVING THE SAFETY BAR can the operator lower the tank.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 93 of 101 Except for special needs, maintenance must always be carried out with machine components in rest positions and no pressure in the oleodynamic system. Performing any maintenance operation with bare hands must be avoided; it is therefore necessary to wear gloves and/or other appropriate personal protection attachment.
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 94 of 101 the operator at machine controls and the maintenance technician can see each other clearly so that communication between them is easy and unambiguous; the operator should act according to the orders given by the maintenance technician; ...
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Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 95 of 101 • Do not carry out any work with the engine running unless expressly prescribed in the use and maintenance manual; • Do not perform any intervention with an individual in the driver's seat or in the vicinity of the equipment controls, except for qualified maintenance operators;...
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 96 of 101 7.3.2 Controls to carry out after maintenance operations and re-start of the vehicle After a maintenance operation, in particular in the case in which the operation has involved the disassembly of structural, or hydraulic/electrical parts, the maintenance engineer, before return the vehicle to the user, must perform a general control of the equipment and in particular must ensure that the safety devices described in 3.10 are operating properly.
Rev.01 Date : September 2020 Use and Maintenance Manual Page 97 of 101 7.5 Maintenance and scheduled controls The maintenance plan and scheduled controls must be strictly carried out in order to guarantee the economic and safe operation of the attachment. 7.5.1 Daily operations The deadlines of daily operations to be performed to ensure the operation and economy of the equipment are indicated in the following paragraph.
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Rev.01 Use and Maintenance Manual Date : September 2020 Page 99 of 101 Spare parts When ordering spare parts for the equipment from the manufacturer, always refer to the "SPARE PARTS" brochure supplied with the machine; specify at least the following data: a) type, model and serial number of the machine b) code number of the spare part identified, for the group in question, in the spare parts brochure...
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