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Page 1 RootsSweep RB120 Ride-On-Sweeper Battery Read this manual completely and understand the Operator’s Manual instructions before operating the machine. “English Version” RootsSweep RB120...
Page 2 RootsSweep RB120...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT NOTE: Table Of Contents & Important Note Roots Multiclean Ltd. (RMCL) is not liable for any legal claims that Introduc on may arise as a direct or indirect result of the contents of this Technical Speciﬁca ons manual.
Page 4: Introduc On
INTRODUCTION RootsSweep RB120...
Page 5 Backed by our industry expertise that spans across Acceptance of the Machine two decades, we assure you that the machine comes with ROOTS promise of quality, efficiency and performance. On arrival of the machine at the shipping address, please check for any damage that may have occurred as a result of transit.
Page 6 Do not use the machine on soil, grass or artificial turf. Use only recommended brooms. This machine is not intended for use on public roadways. Do not use this machine in any other way other than described in this Operator’s Manual. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION RootsSweep RB120...
Page 8 Main Broom Diameter 360 mm Speed (Min.) 125 rpm Wear Limit (Diameter) 295 mm SIDE BROOM Broom Speed (Min.) 500 rpm Sweeping Track 40 - 50 mm MAIN Quan ty of Bristle Row 8 x 2 Rows, V-Shape BROOM RootsSweep RB120...
Page 9 Suc on Fan Motor 300 Wa s Sound Pressure Level - 75 dB(A) Vibrator Motor 150 Wa s (at 1.5 m distance) ELECTRICAL Ba ery Ra ng 24V, 420 Ah SOUND LEVEL & 24V, 480Ah (op onal) BATTERY RootsSweep RB120...
Page 10 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Dimensions: Length - 1915 mm Width - 1250 mm Width with one side broom - 1345 mm RootsSweep RB120...
Page 11: Safety Instruc Ons
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RootsSweep RB120...
Page 12 Children should be supervised to prevent them from playing with the machine. The operator must use the machine properly. The person must consider the local condi ons and must pay a en on to third par es, in par cular children, when working with the machine. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 13 Always use appropriate gloves while working on the device. First switch oﬀ the machine and remove the igni on key before performing any cleaning or maintenance tasks on the machine, replacing parts or switching over to another func on. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 14 DO NOT CLEAN THE MACHINE WITH A HIGH PRESSURE Please dispose off your old machine, batteries, electrical & electronic components using appropriate collection systems at the end of the CLEANER. THERE IS RISK OF DAMAGING THE ELECTRICAL product’s life cycle. PARTS OR RISK OF SHORT CIRCUIT. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 15 No Smoking Environmental Hazard No Fire/Matches In Garbage Do Not Throw Do Not Start Tag No HPJC Hand Crush Hazard No Passengers In Garbage Wear Safety Shoes Wear Safety Glasses Wear Safety Helmet Wear Gloves Wear Ear Muﬀ RootsSweep RB120...
Page 16: Know Your Machine
KNOW YOUR MACHINE RootsSweep RB120...
Page 17 KNOW YOUR MACHINE RootsSweep RB120...
Page 18 KNOW YOUR MACHINE RootsSweep RB120...
Page 19 12. Top Cover w/Cupholders 27. Headlamp 13. Rear Tyres 28. Main Broom Adjustment Knob 14. Bo om Side Cover - Le 29. Front Flap Open/Close Pedal 15. Bo om Side Cover - Right 30. Main Broom Access Door RootsSweep RB120...
Page 20 KNOW YOUR MACHINE Operator Orienta on: Machine Nameplate Machine Nameplate 1. Front 2. Right 3. Rear 4. Le RootsSweep RB120...
Page 21 KNOW YOUR MACHINE - FUNCTIONAL STICKERS 1. Control Panel 2. Front Flap Open/Close 3. Parking Brake Engage/Disengage 4. Main Broom Pressure Adjustment 5. Main Broom Wear Indicator RootsSweep RB120...
Page 22 6. Do Not Use High Pressure Jet Cleaner 1. Safety Stopper 7. Charging Safety 2. Li Arm 8. Max. Gradient Allowed 3. Hopper 9. Read Ba ery Instruc ons Before Use 4. Chassis Rear 10. Read Manual/Disconnect Ba ery 5. Crush Hazard RootsSweep RB120...
Page 23: Working Principle
WORKING PRINCIPLE RootsSweep RB120...
Page 24 The rotating main broom (1) throws the debris directly into the hopper Ø (2). The side broom (3) sweeps the edges and corners and moves the debris Ø to the path of the main broom. Ø The vacuum system pulls the dust through the panel filter (4). RootsSweep RB120...
Page 25 INITIAL SET-UP RootsSweep RB120...
Page 26 Please dispose off your old machine, batteries, electrical & electronic components using appropriate collection systems at the end of the product’s life cycle. WARNING: Do not use this machine on surfaces exceeding a maximum of the given value for the gradient or slope. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 27 Check the hydraulic oil level in the powerpack. Check the main and side broom for damage. Connect the battery plug to the machine. Unpacking and commissioning of the machine is done by authorized Roots WARNING: personal only. Do not throw the packaging material into the environment.
Page 28: Controls
CONTROLS RootsSweep RB120...
Page 29 Reverse - To engage reverse direc on of travel. Hopper Raise - To raise the hopper. Hopper Rotate - To p the hopper to discharge the debris. Hopper Sweep Posi on - To return the hopper to sweeping posi on a er pping is complete. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 30 2. ACCELERATOR PEDAL Main Broom/Side Broom - To ac vate main broom and side broom simultaneously. Water Spray - To turn On/Oﬀ the dust suppression system. Press the pedal downwards to move the machine in forward/reverse direc on. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 31 Turn the knob an -clockwise to increase main broom pressure. Turn the knob an -clockwise to increase main broom pressure. Turn the knob clockwise to decrease main broom pressure. Turn the knob clockwise to decrease main broom pressure. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 32 Some icons will be accompanied by an beep sound to alert the operator. NOTE: Some icons will only appear if the speciﬁed func on is available in the machine. Side Brooms - Side broom Le or Right side selec on. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 33 The steering wheel is used to turn the machine in le or right direc on of Side Broom Le Temp - Side broom le motor overheat. travel. Main Broom Temp - Main broom motor overheat. Fresh Water Level - Fresh water level is low. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 34 MACHINE OPERATION RootsSweep RB120...
Page 35: Machine Opera On
If any part of the opera on and safe use of this equipment is not completely understood, consult an authorized dealer for a complete explana on. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 36 Ensure that there are no ﬂammable materials in the vicinity of the Ÿ machine during the sweeping opera on. Start-Up Test: By iden fying any problems before traveling to the worksite, you’ll save unnecessary travel me and will be able to make repairs more easily with the proper tools. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 37 Press the accelerator pedal downwards gently to propel the machine in Insert the key and turn it clockwise once either forward or reverse direc on. to power up. Press to select transport mode. Press to select travel speed. Press to select reverse mode. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 38 5 mm. IT WILL DAMAGE THE DRIVE MOTOR. WARNING: DO NOT DRIVE THE MACHINE OVER HUMPS, IT WILL DAMAGE THE APRONS AND FLAPS. WARNING: Do Not use the machine to push or tow other vehicles or equipments. Risk of machine damage. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 39 Do not mix harsh acids and chemicals with the water. û Hydraulic Power Pack: A electrically operated hydraulic power pack is used to raise/lower and for pping func ons of the hopper. It is located at the front of the machine. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 40 Avoid bumping into power and lamp posts or scraping the sides of the sweeper. Avoid turning the steering wheel too sharply when the machine is in mo on. The machine is very responsive to the movement of the steering wheel. Avoid sudden turns, except in emergencies. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 41 1 minute at a me. the desired posi on. A buzzer will ac vate to no fy the operator. 5. Drive the machine to the dumping posi on and engage the parking brake. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 42 NOTE: The hopper will not raise if the machine is on an inclined surface. è Turn oﬀ the machine by turning the key switch (U) an -clockwise. è Remove key. Engage the parking brake (T). è 240 Kg RootsSweep RB120...
Page 43: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE RootsSweep RB120...
Page 44 Read this manual thoroughly before performing any repair or è Please contact your local Roots Multiclean Ltd. dealer. The people there will maintenance opera ons. be glad to perform that work for you. Their well trained personnel and For repair and/or maintenance of high reach areas of the machine, use è...
Page 45 When working on or around exhaust components, remember that the components may be hot and can cause burns to unprotected skin. Always deﬂate tyre before a emp ng to remove any embedded objects or removing the tyre and rim assembly from the machine. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 46 To turn OFF the buzzer displayed. Press the right corner press this key. bu on to see the ac ve faults. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 47: Troubleshoo Ng
Date & Time Diagnos c Screen Menu Press +/- key to set the date and me. Press right side corner bu on to view the diagnos c screen. Press right side corner bu on to view A1PCB screen. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 48 Main Broom Motor Current Limit Voltage Set Press the bu on to move P r e s s - / + k e y t o Note: This se ng should be changed by authorised Roots Mul clean Ltd previous/next mode decrease/increase the service engineer only.
Page 49 Always ensure a pa ern width of 50 mm is achieved a er adjus ng the knob. Note: The knob can be used both to adjust the main broom pa ern and to adjust the main broom according to bristle wear. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 50 12. Install the new main broom and ensure that the hexagonal catch (I) ﬁts into the drive hub (G). 13. Reﬁt the main broom door and close it with the knob (D). 14. Reﬁt the cover (B) and secure with knobs (A). RootsSweep RB120...
Page 51 (C) an -clockwise to decrease pa ern. A er pa en is set ghten knob (B) to set. If the side broom is too worn out to ne adjusted, replace the side broom. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 52 Wear safety glasses when cleaning the dust filter. è Clean the dust filter only in a well ventilated area. è Do not use sharp tools to clean the dust filter. è Wear a dust mask to avoid breathing in dust particles. è RootsSweep RB120...
Page 53 DO NOT inhale the dust. Health hazard! Wear an appropriate dust è CAUTION: Do not damage the metal casing of the filter. mask. DO NOT wash the filter with chemicals. è DO NOT contaminate the environment, use an appropriate cleaning è chamber to dispose the dust. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 54 9. If the skirts are worn out completely, replace them. 10. Assemble the components in reverse order for assembly. 1.0 mm FRONT WARNING: Do not throw the used brooms, seals, aprons in the garbage. Risk of contamina ng the environment. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 55 4. If the oil level is low, top it up with the recommended hydraulic oil. 5. Close the hood. WARNING: WARNING DO NOT operate the hydraulic power pack con nuously Do not over tighten, risk of breakage, risk of leak and component damage. for more than 1 minute at a me. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 56 The machine can also be equipped with solid tyres at the rear as an option. Check the gasket for wear and tear or damage. Replace if necessary. Check the tyres for foreign object damage. Remove any objects immediately if found. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 57 4. Position the safety stopper (A) on the lifting cylinder (B) and lower the hopper till it locks in place. 5. Turn Off key switch. 6. To disengage the safety stopper, raise the hopper till it releases from it’s position. WARNING Do not remove the anti-static drag chain from the machine. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 58 HOPPER SAFETY VALVE (HYDRAULIC) When the hopper is li ed, a safety valve in the hydraulic system prevents the hopper to accidentally lower. DO NOT CLEAN THE MACHINE BY MEANS OF VAPOUR JET OR HIGH PRESSURE CLEANING EQUIPMENT. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 59 If the machine is used in a freezing environment change the Hydraulic Oil to the speciﬁca on of that country immediately upon arrival to prevent machine damage. Also do not store water in the fresh water tank for a longer period of me without mixing an freeze. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 60 Keep all inter cell connections and bolted terminals tight and covered Ÿ with petroleum jelly. Any splashes of acid in the eyes or on the skin must be rinsed thoroughly with plenty of clear pure water. Then consult a doctor immediately. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 61 Arcing may result. If the charger must be WARNING: Batteries emit hydrogen gas. Explosion or fire can result. Keep interrupted during charging, disconnect the AC power supply cord ﬁrst. sparks and open flames away. Keep covers open when charging. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 62 Ÿ Close operator hood (A) Ÿ Ÿ Turn on key switch. Ÿ Check ba ery charge status. Ÿ Machine is now ready for use. WARNING: Care should be taken while removing the battery from the machine. Crush Hazard. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 63 3 mm below the sight tubes. brought back into the recycling process. Old batteries which are not brought back into the recycling process, have to be dealt with as dangerous materials under the observance of all regulations. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 64 KEY SWITCH FUSE IMPORTANT: All electronic or electrical repairs should be done by POSITIVE JUNCTION REAR authorized Roots Mul clean Ltd. service engineer ONLY. POSITIVE JUNCTION FRONT DC-A10 The machine control board (electrical module) is located at the front of the DC-A3 machine, in the steering pillar assembly.
Page 65 Purpose - To identify whether the arm is in tilt position. Location - Hopper pillar RH side top. SR3 - Rotated Hopper Sensor Purpose - To identify whether the hopper is in closed position. Location - Hopper link arm. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 66 Location - Electrical panel LH side. Location - Front of chassis . S8 - Filter Clog Sensor Purpose - To activate the filter shaker automatically when the dust gets accumulated in the panel filter beyond its threshold. Location - Filter box. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 67 The front jacking points are at the flat bottom portion of the machine. The rear jacking points are located near the rear wheels. Front Rear When servicing or changing tires, block the tires before jacking. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 68 Hopper dust ﬁlter checking and cleaning Hopper li ing system hydraulic oil level check Safety stopper check Hopper gasket check Filter box gasket check Filter shaker check Dust ﬁlter check Skirt height check Water ﬁlter cleaning Proximity sensors cleaning RootsSweep RB120...
Page 69 Side broom carbon brush check and replacement Drive broom carbon brush check and replacement Electrical systems check Headlamp, Beacon lamp & Horn check Visual inspec on * - Check every 100 hours a er ini al 1000 hours check. RootsSweep RB120...
Page 70 TROUBLESHOOTING RootsSweep RB120...
Page 71 Turn oﬀ the machine and then turn it back Drive system fault on again. If the problem persists, contact Roots service Faulty power switch Contact Roots service Ba ery needs to be recharged Recharge ba ery No power - nothing works Faulty ba ery...
Page 72 Brake pad worn Check and replace brake pad. Machine moves a er parking brake is engaged Parking brake cable loose Adjust parking brake cable. Clean the proximity sensors to resume Proximity sensors not working Dust accumulated opera on RootsSweep RB120...
Page 73 DO’S & DON’TS RootsSweep RB120...
Page 74 Do not smoke. ü û the machine. Do not drive the machine on soil, deep sand, slushy areas, etc. û Always use only ROOTS genuine spares. ü Lead acid battery should be handled by trained personnel only. ü RootsSweep RB120...
Page 75 RootsSweep RB120...
Page 76 Roots Multiclean Ltd. R.K.G. Industrial Estate, Ganapathy, Coimbatore - 641 006, India. Phone: +91 (422) 4330 330, E-mail: rmclsales@rootsemail.com Web: rootsmulticlean.com RootsSweep RB120 Toll Free: 1800 41 99 77 9...

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