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Congratulations on owning a Scag Giant-Vac truck loader! This manual
contains the operating instructions and safety information for your Scag Giant-
Vac truck loader. Reading this manual can provide you with assistance in
maintenance and adjustment procedures to keep your truck loader performing
to maximum efficiency. The specific models that this book covers are listed
on the inside cover. Before operating your truck loader, please read all the
information enclosed.
© 2013
Scag Giant-Vac
Division of Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
TRUCK LOADER
Model:
TLS20-18BV
TLH20-18BV
PART NO. 03368
PRINTED 7/2013
PRINTED IN USA
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Summary of Contents for Metalcraft SCAG GIANT-VAC TLS20-18BV
- Page 1 The specific models that this book covers are listed on the inside cover. Before operating your truck loader, please read all the information enclosed. © 2013 PART NO. 03368 Scag Giant-Vac PRINTED 7/2013 Division of Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc. PRINTED IN USA...
- Page 2 WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Read this manual completely as well as other manuals that came with your truck loader. • ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROVED OPERATION. • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls and safety signs.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION ...................1 1.1 INTRODUCTION ............................1 1.2 DIRECTION REFERENCE ...........................1 1.3 SERvICING THE ENGINE AND DRIvE TRAIN COMPONENTS ..............1 1.4 SYMBOLS ..............................2 SECTION 2 - SAFETY INFORMATION ..................3 2.1 INTRODUCTION ............................3 2.2 SIGNAL WORDS ............................3 2.3 BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS ....................3 2.4 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS ........................5... - Page 4 Table of Contents SECTION 6 - ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST ................19 6.1 SCAG GIANT-vAC APPROvED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES..........19 INTAKE AND DISCHARGE ASSEMBLY ......................20 IMPELLER ASSEMBLY ...........................22 SWING-AWAY HITCH ASSEMBLY ........................24 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ...........................26 TL20 - TRUCK LOADER DECALS........................28 LIMITED WARRANTY - TRUCK LOADERS..........Inside Back Cover...
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Page 5: General Information
Section 1 GENERAL INFORMATION INTRODUCTION WARNING Your Scag Giant-Vac product was built to the highest standards in the industry. However, the prolonged life For pictorial clarity, some illustrations and figures and maximum efficiency of your truck loader depends on in this manual may show shields, guards or plates you following the operating, maintenance and adjustment open or removed. -
Page 6: Symbols
Section 1 SYMBOLS SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Transmission On/Start Spring Tension on Idler Off/Stop Spinning Fan Blades Thrown Object Hazard Fast Slow Continuously Variable - Linear Pinch Point 481039S Keep Bystanders Away Read Operator's Manual... -
Page 7: Safety Information
Section 2 SAFETY INFORMATION INTRODUCTION DANGER Your truck loader is only as safe as the operator. Carelessness or operator error may result in serious bodily injury or death. Hazard control and accident The signal word “DANGER” denotes that an extremely prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, hazardous situation exists on or near the machine that prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in... - Page 8 Section 2 DO NOT operate the machine under the influence of Keep flammable objects (cigarettes, matches, etc.), alcohol or drugs. open flames and sparks away from the fuel tank and fuel container. Use only approved containers. Before and during reverse operation, look behind and down for small children and/or pets.
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Page 9: Operation Considerations
Section 2 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS Before attempting to start the engine, inspect the machine, inlet hose, discharge, debris receiver box, shields and safety devices for any damage. Correct The TLH20-18BV hitch mount truck loader is designed for any problems before operating. transporting at highway speeds in normal conditions. -
Page 10: Maintenance Considerations & Storage
Section 2 Use jack stands to support components when DANGER required. Let the engine cool before storing. DO NOT run the engine inside a building or Keep the unit locked in a secure location and a confined area without proper ventilation. disconnect the battery to prevent unauthorized personnel, especially children, from playing and/or Exhaust fumes are hazardous and contain... -
Page 11: Safety And Instructional Decals
Section 2 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS 484983 485150 485122... -
Page 12: Specifications
Section 3 SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE General Type ....................Heavy Duty Industrial/Commercial Gasoline Model: Scag Giant-Vac Model TLS20-18BV, TLH20-18BV ............Briggs & Stratton Vanguard Displacement: Briggs & Stratton ..............................570cc Type: Briggs & Stratton .................4-Cycle, Air-Cooled, Naturally Aspirated, OHV Cylinders ............................. 2 with Cast Iron Sleeves Governor ................Mechanical Type with Variable Speed Control Set At 3500 RPM Idle Speed: Briggs &... - Page 13 Section 3...
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Page 14: Operating Instructions
Section 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1). The ignition switch CAUTION is used to start the engine and has three positions; OFF, ON, and START. Engine Throttle Control (Figure 4-1). Used to Do not attempt to operate this machine unless control the engine speed. -
Page 15: Initial Run-In Procedures
Section 4 CONNECTING TO TRANSPORT vEHICLE Mounting Bar (Figure 4-1) TLH Models Only. Used to connect and support the truck loader to the - TLH MODELS ONLY transport vehicle. Back the transport vehicle up to the truck loader. "Swing-Away" Hitch Mount (Figure 4-1) TLH Models Only. -
Page 16: Starting The Engine
Section 4 WARNING The hitch receiver and mounting area on the transport vehicle must be inspected before installation for any signs of damage, wear, cracks or weakness. If any part of the receiver or vehicle is damaged, worn, cracked or shows signs of weakness, do not use to transport this truck loader. -
Page 17: Swing-Away" Hitch Mount Operation - Tlh Models Only
Section 4 Collecting debris into piles for the machine to WARNING intercept prior to start up will save time and fuel as well as wear and tear on the unit. Keep the truck loader's intake nozzle and discharge DO NOT operate the machine without being locked clean. -
Page 18: Hillside Operation
Section 4 HILLSIDE OPERATION CAUTION Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death. Before unlocking and rotating the TLH model All slopes require extra caution. truck loader, make sure the area is clear and open enough to complete this movement. -
Page 19: After Operation
Section 4 With help from an assistant and lifting device, lift When transporting the truck loader, remove the hose the truck loader using the lift support bracket and assembly from the unit. The hose assembly can be remove from the transport vehicle. See Figure 4-5. removed by loosening the two wing nuts and sliding the intake adapter upward. -
Page 20: Removing Clogged Material
Section 4 4.12 REMOvING CLOGGED MATERIAL DANGER ROTATING FAN BLADES NEvER PUT YOUR HANDS INTO THE vACUUM INTAKE OR DISCHARGE FOR ANY REASON! Shut off the engine, remove the spark plug wire and only then use a stick or similar object to remove material if plugging has occurred. -
Page 21: Maintenance
Section 5 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERvICE INTERvALS HOURS PROCEDURE COMMENTS BREAK-IN 100 200 500 (FIRST 10) Check all hardware for tightness S e e e n g i n e o p e r a t o r ' s Check engine oil level manual *Clean truck loader... -
Page 22: Engine Oil
Section 5 ENGINE OIL Never fuel the machine indoors or in an enclosed trailer. Never store the machine or fuel container where A. CHECKING ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL LEvEL there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliances. -
Page 23: Illustrated Parts List
Section 6 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST SCAG GIANT-vAC APPROvED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES. Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies other than Scag Giant-Vac are not approved for use on this machine. Scag Giant-Vac approved attachments and accessories: • Truck Loader Light Kit (p/n 9602) -
Page 24: Intake And Discharge Assembly
Section 6 INTAKE AND DISCHARGE ASSEMBLY... - Page 25 Section 6 INTAKE AND DISCHARGE ASSEMBLY Ref. Part No. Description 484939-01 Hose, Metal Galv. Interlock 7" x 30" 485059 Tube Clamp, 7" 452525 Discharge Elbow Weldment 04001-32 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1-1/4" 04041-07 Flatwasher, 3/8-.391 x .938 x .105 04070-07 Eyebolt, 3/8"...
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Page 26: Impeller Assembly
Section 6 IMPELLER ASSEMBLY... - Page 27 Section 6 IMPELLER ASSEMBLY Ref. Part No. Description *484956 Engine, 18hp Briggs & Stratton Vanguard 04063-08 Key, 1/4 x 1/4 x 2" 04001-12 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-3/4" Clamp, Muffler Muffler 426388 Guard, Muffler 04117-01 Nut, Elastic Stop 5/16-18 452454 Impeller, TL20 484819...
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Page 28: Swing-Away Hitch Assembly
Section 6 SWING-AWAY HITCH AND SKID MOUNT COMPONENTS... - Page 29 Section 6 SWING-AWAY HITCH AND SKID MOUNT COMPONENTS Ref. Part No. Description *426474 Skid Rail - TLS 04001-70 Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 1-1/4" 04117-70 Nut, Elastic Stop 1/2-13 **452507 Side Weldment **485153 Quick Link **485064 Safety Chain **452521 Vehicle Side Weldment **48100-28 Sleeve, Bushing 1.252 ID x .88 **48114-04...
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Page 30: Electrical System
Section 6 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND THROTTLE CONTROL GROUND TO ENGINE MOUTING BOLT STARTER SOLENOID MAGNETO GROUND TO ENGINE GROUND TO ENGINE MOUTING BOLT MOUTING BOLT... - Page 31 Section 6 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND THROTTLE CONTROL Ref. Part No. Description 04021-08 Nut, Elastic Stop 1/4-20 485140 Throttle Control 04001-206 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 2-1/2" 04011-24 Screw, 1/4-20 x .625 Self Tap 426140 Bracket, Battery 48029-07 Cable, Battery 18" - Black 484805 Battery, 12V - 12N14-3A (Not available through Scag Giant-Vac) 48029-09...
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Page 32: Tl20 - Truck Loader Decals
Section 6 TL20 - TRUCK LOADER DECALS 484984 484983 485122 485150... -
Page 33: Limited Warranty - Truck Loaders
LIMITED WARRANTY - TRUCK LOADERS Any part of the Truck Loader manufactured by Scag Giant-Vac and found, in the reasonable judgment of Scag Giant-Vac, to be defective in materials or workmanship, will be repaired or replaced by an Authorized Scag Giant-Vac Service Dealer without charge for parts and labor during the periods specified below.
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