AIR-MOVING SYSTEM DEBRIS-HANDLING SYSTEM • Dual-phase dust fi ltration • Direct throw sweeping method • Built-in pre-fi ltering & ultra-fi ne screen panel • Oversized hopper with RTR™ fi lters for dust control • Quick-change, fl oating 48 in (122 cm) main •...
INNOVATIONS CHASSIS SYSTEM • PowerSwing™ - a patented system that allows • Massive One-Piece, unitized steel frame you to rotate the engine out of the body of the • Oversized, soft-ride tires sweeper for bench-like maintenance access to all • PowerFlex™ automotive-type suspension on rear parts.
ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDLY FEATURES CLEAN AIR SAFER WORK ENVIRONMENT High-performance fi lter system dramatically reduces Machines are highly visible to others in the workplace, the release of dust and debris back into the air, dust simple controls reduce operator error, one-button scrub, vacuum ensures that dust is put directly into the horn, fi...
SERVICING OR MAINTAINING MACHINE DANGER Stop on level surface. To warn of immediate hazards which will result in Disconnect the power to the machine when servicing. severe personal injury or death Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose jackets, shirts, or sleeves when working on machine.
SAFETY DECALS Located in the drive compartment: Part Number 3301854 Decals directly attached to various parts of the sweeper are highly visible safety reminders which should be read and observed. Make sure the decals are replaced if they become illegible or damaged. NOTE: To direct your attention to important equipment information or special instructions for preventing damage to...
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Located at the Impeller: Located on the shroud of the radiator: Part Number 3301729 Part Number 3301733 Located on the High Dump Hopper: Part Number 3301732 Rider Sweeper #4100033 Rev. G 03/22 Page 15...
BASIC SAFETY WARNING Rider sweepers should never be operated unless: Before starting the engine, make sure that: 1. The operator is trained and authorized to * You are securely seated in the operator’s seat. operate the equipment and, * The parking brake is locked. 2.
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WARNING WARNING When leaving the sweeper unattended: During cleaning and maintenance: * Place the controls in the OFF position. * Always stop the engine and set the parking brake before servicing. * Set the parking brake. * Never use detergents or cleansers that are * Shut off...
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WARNING CAUTION Do not operate an LP powered sweeper Travel slowly on grades. when any component in the fuel system is malfunctioning or leaking. CAUTION Place a block or chock behind the wheels when WARNING parking on inclines. Replace any defective safety components before operating the sweeper.
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ATTENTION! Do not operate the #2 RTR lever before the #1 RTR lever light illuminates. ATTENTION! Never push or tow a machine faster than 1 mph (1,6 km/hr). ATTENTION! Engage tow valve before towing or pushing. Rider Sweeper #4100033 Rev. G 03/22 Page 19...
THROTTLE SWITCH (GAS AND LPG ONLY) MACHINE OPERATION The Throttle Switch allows the operator to adjust the BASIC OPERATING CONTROLS & throttle speed. The Gas and LPG engines have three INDICATORS speeds: Low(idle), Medium, and High. • The throttle should be in the Low(idle) position IGNITION SWITCH when starting the engine and immediately before The Ignition Switch for this machine has three key...
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DIESEL TILT FILTER HORN THROTTLE STEERING SHAKER CIRCUIT LEVER BUTTON BUTTON FUEL LEVEL CONTROL BREAKER GAUGE VOLTMETER DUAL SIDE GAUGE BROOM SWITCH THROTTLE SWITCH/ GLOW PLUG ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE LIGHT GAUGE SWITCH ENGINE OIL IGNITION PRESSURE SWITCH GAUGE BRAKE FIRE IN PEDAL HOPPER PARKING...
LIGHT SWITCH FUEL LEVEL GAUGE (DIESEL AND GAS ONLY) The light switch, located in the lower left control panel The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel remaining in area, turns the machine lights “On” and “Off ”. the fuel tank. Active on diesel and gas engines, only. HOUR METER VOLTMETER GAUGE The hour meter records the number of hours the machine...
DIRECTIONAL CONTROL PEDAL PARKING BRAKE The directional control pedal controls the speed and The Parking Brake is located on the left side of the direction of the machine. It is also used for slowing the front wall of the operator’s compartment. This brake machine or stopping.
DUAL SIDE BROOM SWITCH DUAL SIDE The dual side broom switch accompanies machines BROOM with the dual side broom option. This switch turns SWITCH activates the dual side broom. INDICATOR LIGHTS FIRE IN THE HOPPER LIGHT The fi re in the hopper indicator will illuminate when a fi...
SWEEPING CONTROLS SIDE BROOM HANDLE The side broom handle to the immediate left of the BROOM CONTROL LEVER driver raises and lowers the side broom. The broom control lever activates the brooms. (“Side Broom OFF” position activates the main broom only.) •...
DEBRIS HOPPER DUMP CONTROLS HOPPER FILTER SHAKER BUTTON HIGH DUMP The two far left levers on the front of the control panel This button is used to activate the fi lter shakers prior to dumping or as needed during sweeping operation. It is are used to raise the hopper to any height up to 60 in located to the left hand side of the instrument panel.
LEVER 2 HOPPER TO RAISE AND DUMP THE HOPPER: LEVER 1 “DUMP” AND FILTER “RAISE” AND 1. Pull back Lever 1 to the RAISE position until “RETURN” SHAKER “LOWER” the hopper raises to the proper height for the BUTTON dumpster or container. 2.
OPERATING PROCEDURES STARTING PRE-OPERATION CHECKS WARNING Prior to starting the engine, check the following: Before starting the engine, sit in the operator’s 1. Engine oil level is within the operating range. seat and make sure the parking brake is locked. 2.
SWEEPING CAUTION 1. Lower the Brooms If the engine fails to start, do not continue • When sweeping extremely uneven fl oors, cranking for more than ten seconds. Allow the position the main broom handle at FLOAT on starter motor to cool between attempts. the handle slot.
EMPTY HOPPER WITH HIGH DUMP FEATURE WARNING 1. Drive the machine to the dumping area. It is unsafe to travel an extended distance with 2. Use the directional control pedal to position the hopper raised. Travel only the distance the machine so that the space between the necessary to position the hopper.
4. Pull back Lever 2 to the DUMP position and hold ROTARY TRASH RELOCATOR (RTR™) until Light 2 illuminates, then release. 1. Use the directional control pedal to stop the machine on a level surface. NOTE: This rotates the hopper, causing the debris to move from the rear entrance to the front 2.
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE Using a Trailer or Transport Vehicle ATTENTION! 1. Position the machine on the transport vehicle Do not tow or push the machine a distance of or trailer and apply the parking brake. more than 0.5 mi (0,8 km) or faster than 1 mph 2.
OPTIONS OPERATOR SEAT SENSOR NEUTRAL START SENSOR The Operator Seat Sensor safety option senses when The Neutral Start Sensor safety option will not allow the operator of the vehicle is sitting in the driver seat. the engine to be started, if the Directional Control This sensor will automatically turn off...
SECOND HAND OPERATION PUSHBUTTON RAISE HOPPER - MAIN BROOM SHUT OFF The second hand operation pushbutton is for operator The Main Broom Shut Off (when hopper is raised) is a safety when lowering the debris hopper. The operator safety option that automatically shuts the main broom must hold the yellow pushbutton on the side of the off...
AUTOMATIC DIESEL SHUTOFF SWITCH LOW LP INDICATOR Only on the Diesel machines, this switch is an The low LP indicator is an option on machines powered automatic diesel shutdown that occurs if the oil by LP gas. The light is connected to a pressure valve pressure is too low, below 5 psi (34 kPa), and/or the mounted in the LP lines.
PARKING BRAKE BYPASS SWITCH AIR CONDITIONING The parking brake bypass switch allows the machine to Air conditioning is available on units equipped with keep running when the operator gets off of a machine enclosed cabs. The air conditioning is mounted on equipped with a seat switch and options requiring the the roof of the cab.
CABIN PRESSURIZER HEATER On units equipped with an enclosed cab, a Pressurizer The heater option is mounted in the seat frame near is available. The Pressurizer mounts to the outside the back of the operator’s legs. The three speed blower control (plus off...
VACUUM WAND This option takes the vacuum being created for the normal sweeping operation and allows it to be used for vacuuming debris that the machine’s brooms can’t reach. To use this option remove the yellow port plug in the hopper access door, by loosening the “T” handle. Plug in the vacuum hose to the port in the hopper access door.
DUAL CURB BROOM BLOWER WAND The dual curb broom option adds a second side broom The blower wand option take the vacuum impeller to the left front of the machine. The left side broom is exhaust air and diverts it to a port that comes out at activated by the left side broom rocker switch.
DUST SUPPRESSION SYSTEM SEAT BELTS The dust suppression system limits the amount of Seat belts are off ered as an option on both the dust in the air around the machine while operating and standard seat, and the suspension seat. aids in the sweeping process.
SUSPENSION SEAT The suspension seat comes equipped with: 1. Hand lever for seat adjustment. Adjusts the seat lengthwise. Pull lever to release. Let the lever catch after adjustment. 2. Rotary knob for lumbar adjustment. Turn knob to the left for more support. Turn the knob to the right for less support.
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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION WARNING Regular maintenance on your sweeper results in Never attempt to perform any service on the better cleaning, faster cleaning and a prolonged equipment or components until the engine is service life for the equipment and components. This OFF, the parking brake is LOCKED, and the section contains the following information to help wheels are CHOCKED.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART FREQUENCY (IN HOURS) SERVICE (BY MAINTENANCE AREA) DAILY 50 100 200 500 ENGINE Pressure wash engine NOTE: For additional maintenance requirements, refer to the engine manual. AIR INTAKE SYSTEM Empty rubber dust cup of air fi lter element. Check air fi...
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART FREQUENCY (IN HOURS) SERVICE (BY MAINTENANCE AREA) DAILY 50 100 200 500 LUBRICATION POINTS Steering Cylinder (2 fi ttings) Lubricate type - grease (Do not Pressure Steering Cylinder) Engine Mount Pivot (1 fi tting) Lubricate type - grease Hood Latches &...
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART FREQUENCY (IN HOURS) SERVICE (BY MAINTENANCE AREA) DAILY 50 100 200 500 SWEEPING COMPONENTS Inspect brooms for wear and remove strings and debris from bristles and drive assembly. Inspect broom skirts for wear and adjust or replace as needed. Rotate main broom end-to-end.
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART FREQUENCY (IN HOURS) SERVICE (BY MAINTENANCE AREA) DAILY 50 100 200 500 STEERING Check for leaks. PARKING BRAKE Check for proper functioning and adjust as needed. WHEELS AND TIRES Visually inspect for wear and damage. Repair or replace as needed. Check pneumatic tires for proper air pressure 95 psi (655 kPa) Check and tighten lug nuts torque to 100 lb·ft (135 N·m) MISCELLANEOUS...
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE WARNING INSTRUCTIONS Never attempt to perform any service on the ENGINE equipment or components until the engine if OFF, the parking brake is LOCKED, and the Maintenance requirements and service instructions for wheels are CHOCKED. your sweeper engine are outlined in the following parts of this Maintenance Section: AIR INTAKE SYSTEM •...
Air Filter Element Removal AIR FILTER 1. Turn off the engine and set the parking brake. SERVICE INDICATOR 2. Lift the engine cover. AIR FILTER 3. Locate the air fi lter. HOUSING 4. Loosen the retainer clamp wing bolt. 5. Remove the air fi lter cap, shake out loose debris. RETAINER CLAMP WING BOLT 6.
Air Filter Inspection AIR FILTER 1. After you clean the air fi lter elements, inspect SERVICE the fi lter element for holes and damage. If a fi lter INDICATOR element is damaged, replace with a new fi lter AIR FILTER element.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Battery Cleaning Battery Replacement 1. Combine baking soda and water in a strong solution. CAUTION 2. Brush the solution over the battery top, including Remove the negative battery cable before you terminals and cable clamps. Make sure the remove the positive battery cable.
Fuses Circuit Breaker Fuses are located in the fuse panel under the engine If the circuit breaker trips, it can be reset by pressing hood on the fi re wall near the vacuum fan inlet. the reset button in the center of the breaker. The circuit breaker is located on the instrument panel CAUTION behind the steering wheel.
FUEL SYSTEM WARNING WARNING Never attempt to perform any service on the During repair or servicing of the fuel system, equipment or components until the engine is work in a properly ventilated area and do not smoke or allow an open fl ame near the fuel OFF, the parking brake is LOCKED, and the system.
COOLANT SYSTEM LUBRICATION Blowing Out Radiator Fins For all engine fuel types: Use a current API (American Petroleum Institute) Oil Service Classifi cation that is NOTE: Make sure radiator is cool before blowing suited to seasonal temperatures. out the radiator fi ns with compressed air. Refer to the Engine Manufacturer’s Operator Manual Reverse Flow Flushing for these specifi...
LUBRICATION POINTS Engine Mount Pivot The engine mount pivot must be lubricated every 500 Steering Cylinder hours with grease, There is one lubrication point on the The steering cylinder must be lubricated every 50 pivot located underneath the engine. hours with grease. There are two grease points on the cylinder.
Latches & Hinges 2. Raise the hopper and engage the safety arm The hinges and latches and all doors and covers 3. Shut off the engine and engage the parking should be lubricated with oil every 500 hours. There brake. are numerous hinges and latches, make sure to 4.
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HYDRAULICS SYSTEM Hydraulic Fluid Viscosity Specifi cations Filling The Fluid Reservoir Mobil DTE 10 Excel 32 - Viscosity, ASTM D445 cSt @ 40°C (104°F): 32.7 NOTE: The reservoir is located inside the machine and is accessible by tilting the cSt @ 100°C (212°F): 6.63 operator’s seat forward.
5. Remove the fi ller / breather cap located on top of Adjusting The Directional Control Return Spring the reservoir and fi ll the reservoir with approved You may encounter “creeping” problems from time to hydraulic fl uid. time. Creeping means the machine moves backward NOTE: Reservoir tank capacity is 7.5 gal US (28,3 L) or forward when the forward/reverse pedal is in neutral.
SWEEP COMPONENTS 4. Slightly loosen the bolt on the center of the bracket. Broom Door Flap Inspection 5. Loosen the locking nut on each of the adjusting NOTE: Perform this inspection when the machine bolts on the side of the bracket closest to the is parked on a level surface.
Main Broom Adjustment NOTE: Test time will vary according to the test surface used. NOTE: Perform this adjustment on a fl at, smooth 5. Drive the machine clear of the test site. test surface. 6. Examine the polished pattern made by the 1.
Main Broom Height Adjustment Main Broom Taper Adjustment 1. Turn the machine off and lock the parking brake. NOTE: It is not usually necessary to perform this adjustment. However, if the main broom 2. Position the main broom lever in the LOWER adjustment test shows a pattern that is position.
Correct Taper Pattern 2. Push the main broom control lever to the LOWER position 3. Open the left broom chamber door (the door opposite the driver’s seat). 4. Using a ¾ in (19 mm) wrench, remove the hex bolt on the main broom idler mount. 5.
Side Broom Angle Adjustment 8. Once the broom is started onto the drive hubs, rotate the broom counter-clockwise while The angle adjustment is controlled with a stop bolt. pushing lightly against the broom. This stop bolt is located at the top front of the side broom arm (under the spring).
Side Broom Lift Cable Adjustment This adjustment is made at the cable clevis attached to LIFT CABLE the side broom assembly. It controls the height of the ADJUSTMENT side broom in the RAISED position. This adjustment ANGLE must be made with the hopper fully lowered. ADJUSTMENT 1.
Side Broom Replacement HOPPER NOTE: Broom should be replaced if bristles worn NOTE: It is not usually necessary to remove the to a length of 3 in (7,6 cm) or less. hopper on high dump models. However, if it becomes necessary for maintenance NOTE: The side broom features a quick release or to install an option, use the following mechanism which enables the operator to...
6. Disconnect the wire harness connections at the right side of the hopper. 7. While spreading the dump arms slightly, roll the hopper away from the machine. High Dump Hopper Replacement 1. Position the hopper on the dolly so as to align the mounting holes in the sides of the hopper with the rotation mounts on the arms.
Floor Clearance and Dump Angle Adjustment NOTE: In order to perform properly, the hopper must maintain a distance of 3.5 in (8,9 cm) from the fl oor to the rear hopper entrance lip. The front of the hopper should be adjusted so that the front bumper aligns with the hopper frame where the two meet.
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LIFT ARM STOP BOLT REAR ENTRANCE ADJUSTABLE LIP OF STOPS AT HOPPER ROTATION PLATE FRONT EDGE OF HOPPER (12,7 cm - 15,2 cm) (8,9 cm) Rider Sweeper #4100033 Rev. G 03/22 Page 70...
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3. After adjustment, with the hopper down, use WARNING the two adjustable stops located on the rotation Do not rely upon the hydraulic cylinders to plates on both sides of the hopper to establish keep the hopper raised for maintenance. 3.5 in (8,9 cm) clearance between the rear Always engage the safety arm before hopper entrance lip and the fl...
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7. Adjust the rotation cylinder stops on the hopper rotation arms on each side of the hopper so that clearance between the lift arms and the cut-outs in the bumper is 0.25 in (0,63 cm) maximum. ROTATION CYLINDER ROD 8. Loosen the locking set screw in the bottom side ADJUSTMENT of the rotation block.
Hopper Filter Removal (Dual Filter) MOTOR WIRE SHAKER 1. Release the latch on the hopper cover and raise HARNESS MOTOR CONNECTOR the cover. ASSEMBLY 2. Disconnect the wire harness connector leading to the fi lter shaker motor. 3. Unscrew the four wing nuts (each having one conical washer and an isolator) securing the fi...
Filter Cleaning Filter Replacement The dust control fi lter is a polyester type element 1. Insert the panel fi lter. fi lter. It may be vacuumed, blown out with 2. Install the shaker motor assembly. compressed air, tapped against the fl oor or 3.
Vacuum Gasket Mount Adjustment WARNING • With the hopper in the normal position, observe Do not rely upon the hydraulic cylinders to keep contact between the back of the hopper and the hopper raised for maintenance. Always gasket. If complete seal is not maintained, raise engage the safety arm before servicing the the high dump hopper.
Side Frame Seal WARNING The side frame seals should clear the fl oor by at Do not rely upon the hydraulic cylinders to keep least .125 in (0,32 cm). If the bottom of a side seal the hopper raised for maintenance. Always measures .50 in (1,27 cm) or more above the fl...
Adjusting The Parking Brake Cable Length 9. Tighten the jam nuts and re-install the clevis ends onto the bar. 1. Park the machine on a level surface and chock the wheels. 10. Adjust the knurled handle on the parking brake lever.
SOLID TIRES ONLY. in a safety cage and require special tools. 1. Remove the tire from the vehicle by removing Conquest Equipment recommends that you the fi ve inner lug nuts. have these tires changed by a professional tire 2. Remove the ten hex head bolts and nuts.
MISCELLANEOUS ADJUSTMENTS Anti-Static Chain Adjustment Latch and Hinge Maintenance Each machine is equipped with an anti-static chain Latches and hinges should be inspected after every bolted to the back wall of the broom chamber. This 500 hours of use. Retighten and oil if necessary. should remain in contact with the fl...
TROUBLESHOOTING This section provides information to assist in identifying maintenance trouble and provides possible causes and actions to correct the problem. Many of the solution require servicing your machine, they can be found in the service manual for you unit. Service must be preformed by an approved authorized repair station. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Engine overheats. Low coolant level. Supply coolant. Clogged radiator. Flush radiator. NOTE: If coolant loss has not occurred, check Loose fan belt. Tighten belt. for malfunction of the temperature sending Defective thermostat. Replace thermostat. unit.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Machine moves slowly or does not move. Parking brake is on. Release brake. Directional control pedal jammed, Clear jam or adjust linkage. damaged, or not adjusted properly. Tires skidding from contact with oil Clean tires or drive through a solvent or grease.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Loss of dust control. Debris in hose or impeller inlet. Clean. Broom skirts or seal worn. Replace. Skirt clearance from fl oor exceeds Adjust clearance. .125 in (0,32 cm). Dust control fi lters clogged. Clean fi...
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Hopper does not raise or lower. Hydraulics system problem: See Hydraulics Systems Problems in this section. Control valve Gear pump Lift cylinder Relief valve Hopper arms binding. Lubricate or adjust arm linkage. Hopper lift cylinder failure. Line to cylinder leaking.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Hydraulic control valve failure Misaligned control linkage. Align. Foreign matter in spool bore. Remove spool and clean bore. Valve seals Leaking. Replace seals. O-rings leaking. Replace O-rings Relief valve stuck open. Clean or replace relief valve. Hydraulic motor failure.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION(S) Hydraulic variable displacement pump failure. Pump leaking. Replace seals. Relief valve(s) stuck. Clean or replace relief valve(s) at the pump. Drive coupling malfunction. Replace defective gears. Control linkage out of adjustment. Check to see if linkage is binding unfastened.
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