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  • Page 1 P e l i c a n ® OPERATORS MANUAL...

  • Page 3: Operators Manual

    PELICAN ® SERIES P OPERATORS MANUAL Sweeper Serial Number_____________________________ Elgin Sweeper Company Subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation 1300 W. Bartlett Rd. Elgin, IL 6012- 847-741-5370 P/N 0701450-E...
  • Page 4 Printed in U.S.A. Copyright 2007 Elgin Sweeper Company...
  • Page 5 Series P ® This manual will assist in the proper operation and care of the Elgin Pelican Series P Sweeper. It contains specific information on features and specifications, suggested operating techniques, preventive maintenance hints and instructions for making repairs and adjustments.
  • Page 7 Company’s examination discloses to be defective in material or workmanship. Repairs or replacements are to be made at the selling Elgin distributor’s location or at other locations approved by ESCO. The ESCO Limited Warranty shall not apply to: 1.
  • Page 8 Company. ESCO reserves the right to make design changes or improvements in its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to change or improve previously manufactured products. ELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY, 1300 West Bartlett Road, Elgin, Illinois 60120, U.S.A.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Operation General ..............S-1 Instruments and Controls........O-1 Pelican P Safety Labels ........S-9 Operating Checklist ..........O-6 Starting the Engine..........O-8 Description Cold Weather Starting .........O-9 Elgin Pelican Series P Sweeper......D-1 Transport............O-10 Principles of Operation Sweeping ............
  • Page 10 Bubble Window Maintenance ......M-9 Conveyor............SP-16 Lubrication ............M-10 Conveyor Access .........SP-16 Adjusting Conveyor........SP-18 Service Procedures Conveyor Belt Adjustments ....SP-18 Towing ...............SP-1 Other Conveyor Adjustments....SP-22 Air Cleaner............SP-3 Replacing Conveyor Belt......SP-25 Fuel System ............SP-5 Removing Conveyor Belt ....SP-025 Draining Fuel Water Separator ....

  • Page 11: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION RECOGNIZE SAFETY of the signal words before operating or work- ing on the machine. INFORMATION DANGER DANGER is used to This is the safety-alert symbol. When you indicate the presence of a hazard which will see this symbol on your machine or in this cause severe personal injury, death, if the manual, be alert to the potential for personal warning is ignored.
  • Page 12 FOLLOW SAFETY If you do not understand any part of this man- INSTRUCTIONS ual and need assistance, contact your Elgin Sweeper dealer. Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on your machine safety signs.
  • Page 13 WEAR APPROPRIATE Before moving the machine, check the immedi- ate vicinity of the machine for bystanders. Use CLOTHING/PROTECTION the horn as a warning immediately before moving the machine. Wear close fitting clothing and safety equip- ment appropriate to the job. Exercise caution For speeds over 25 mph (40 km/h), the sweeper with anything that could be caught in the must be operated from the primary driving...
  • Page 14 Always stop the engines before refueling the AVOID MACHINE INSTABILITY machine. Fill the fuel tank outdoors. Parking brake must be set before raising or Prevent fires by keeping the machine clean of tilting the hopper. trash, grease, and debris. Always clean up spilled fuel.
  • Page 15 AVOID OVERLOADS PRACTICE SAFE MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS Observe the maximum permissible axle loads and total weights. Keep the area clean and dry. Remove any build-up of grease, oil, or debris. Never lubricate or service the machine while it AVOID ELECTRICAL POWER is moving. Keep all parts in good condition and LINES properly installed.
  • Page 16 Never check battery charge by placing a metal Contact your Elgin Sweeper dealer, if you have object across the posts. Use a voltmeter or any questions or need assistance. hydrometer.
  • Page 17 Protect hands and body from high pres- wrenches. sure fluids. If accident occurs, seek immediate medical attention. Use only service parts meeting Elgin Sweeper specifications. Keep hands and body away from pinholes and nozzles which eject fluids under high pressure.
  • Page 18 TIRES AND RIMS OBSERVE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION REGULATIONS An inflated tire and rim can be very dangerous if improperly used, serviced or maintained. To Be mindful of the environ- avoid serious injury, never attempt to re- ment and ecology. inflate a tire which has been run flat or seri- ously underinflated without first breaking Before draining any fluids, down the tire and wheel assembly for inspec-...

  • Page 19: Pelican P Safety Labels

    PELICAN P SAFETY LABELS - PART ONE (At sun CAUTION visors) Turning both steering wheels Exceeding 2500 + 50 RPM Overloading the hopper can at the same time will damage can damage the hydrostatic cause personal injury or the steering system.
  • Page 20 PELICAN P SAFETY LABELS - PART TWO (On both sides (On base (On both sides of NOTICE NOTICE of sweeper) of seat) dual sweeper only) Tire Inflation Data Front: Replace the guide wheel pivot pin 10:00-20 Load Range F (Tube)
  • Page 21 PELICAN P SAFETY LABELS - PART THREE (Inside Slow Moving (At radiator) (At radiator) WARNING cab) Vehicle THIS VEHICLE IS EQUPPED WITH A WARNING WARNING BACKUP ALARM ALARM MUST SOUND WHEN BACKING IT IS THE DRIVER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO OPERATE THIS VEHICLE SAFELY BE SURE BACKUP ALARM IS OPERATING Rotating Fan.
  • Page 22 S-12...

  • Page 23: Description

    DESCRIPTION ELGIN PELICAN ® Series P Sweeper efficiently cleans large, paved areas, such as streets and park- ing lots. It can be equipped with a broom on each side to increase total sweeping path. Side brooms also help to bring...

  • Page 24: Principles Of Operation

    The conveyor carries ing. Nozzles spray water at the front edge of each the debris to a hopper. The No-Jam™ hopper con- side broom to moisten the dust being swept by the veyor of Elgin Pelican was originally patented. This brooms.

  • Page 25: Brooms

    The amount of water is adjustable through use of a CONVEYOR knob inside the cab. A 180-gallon (681 L) water tank is standard on the Pelican P, with an optional The heavy-duty, multi-ply reinforced No Jam™ 40-gallon (151 L) tank available.

  • Page 26: Hopper

    (2895 mm). After dumping the hopper should be washed down for maximum efficiency and long life. 360° Visibility Visibility is a full 360° in the cab of the Pelican P Figure D-2 (Figure D-2). The bubble windows on each door, a...

  • Page 27: Controls

    CONTROLS DRIVE WHEELS All sweeping functions, including brooms and hop- The Pelican P features a unique wheel motor per, are powered through in-cab controls (Figure D- design (Figure D-4) to provide power to handle all 3), located comfortably within reach.

  • Page 28: Guide Wheel

    GUIDE WHEEL The rear, dual-tire, guide wheel (Figure D-5) allows superior maneuverability to get around parked cars and tight corners. An optional sprung guide wheel increases operator comfort and decreases stress on the sweeper. The 4- spring suspension absorbs shock and is especially important in areas with a number of potholes.

  • Page 29: General Data

    GENERAL DATA General Specifications Conveyor Wheel base .......127.4 in (3236 mm) Type ..Multiple ply reinforced rubber belt Overall length ....15 ft 10 in (4826 mm) Speed ....Variable with engine RPM Overall height ....9 ft 7 in (2921 mm) Overall width ....8 ft 6 in (2591 mm) Fuel tank capacity Turning radius (sweeping)..15 ft (4572 mm) Standard.........35 gal (132.5 L)
  • Page 30 Sweeping paths Displacement ......276 in (4.5 L) One side broom......8 ft (2438 mm) Horsepower ..99 HP (74 kW) at 2500 RPM Two side brooms ....10 ft (3048 mm) Torque ..274 lb-ft (372 Nm) at 1400 RPM Compression Ratio ........17:1 Debris Hopper Bore .........4.19 in (106.43 mm) Maximum dump height....Up to 9 ft 6 in...

  • Page 31: Pelican P Side View

    Beacon Bubble Window Engine Compartment Hopper Series P Guide Wheel Main Broom Drive Wheel Dirt Shoe Side Broom Pelican P Side View Figure D-6...

  • Page 32: Pelican P Front View

    Spray Bubble Water Exhaust Precleaner Window Gauge Engine Compartment Sprung Guide Wheel Pelican P Front View Pelican P Rear View Figure D-8 Figure D-7 D-10...

  • Page 33: Instruments And Controls

    OPERATION Before operating the Elgin Pelican P, be certain that 4. Restricted Drive Filter indicator - Indicates you have read and understand all safety and opera- that the hydraulic fluid filter for the hydrostatic tion information. If you have any questions, contact drive is clogged and in need of service.
  • Page 34 Parking Restricted Restricted Low Eng. High Low/no Stalled Restricted Coolant Coolant Spray Hydraulic Conveyor Air Filter Hyd Filter Brake ON Drive Filter Oil Press Temp. Temp. Water Oil Level Hydraulic Oil Temp. Engine Coolant Temp. Engine Oil Pressure Fuel LH Side Broom Position Battery Main Broom Position Broom Hours...
  • Page 35 10. Stalled Conveyor indicator (optional) - 17. LH Side Broom Position gauge (optional) - Indicates that the conveyor belt is not moving when Indicates vertical position of the left side broom on power is applied to the conveyor motor. units equipped with a left side broom. 11.
  • Page 36 24. Shut Down Override switch (optional) - The 29. Left Side Broom Light switch (optional) - automatic engine shutdown feature protects Switches the light on or off at the optional left side against damage from high coolant temperature or broom. low oil pressure.
  • Page 37 36. High Beam switch - Switches the high beam of 45. Right Side Broom Rotate switch - Switches the headlights on or off. the right side broom motor on or off. 46. Right Side Broom Height switch - Lowers or 37.

  • Page 38: Operating Checklist

    53. Engine Throttle Control - Knob controls Figure O-2 speed of the engine. Before Starting Engine OPERATING CHECKLIST ENGINE • Check engine oil level. Successful operation of the Pelican P depends on • Check radiator coolant level. the following standard daily procedures.
  • Page 39 • Check battery fluid level (if applicable). hydrant before connecting to fill hose to remove NOTICE impurities in the water. Fill to overflowing. Close Use #1 or #2 diesel fuel only. hydrant slowly to prevent damage to hydrant. • Check fuel tank. Fill, if necessary. Filling the SWEEPING COMPONENTS tank at the end of the shift will prevent condensa- tion in the tank as moist air cools.

  • Page 40: Starting The Engine

    STARTING THE ENGINE NOTICE Never operate the starter for more than 10 seconds. WARNING Longer operation will lead to an over discharge of Whenever possible, start and operate engine in the batteries, as well as starter seizure. Wait at least a well-ventilated area.

  • Page 41: Cold Weather Starting

    Check the Engine Oil Pressure and Fuel NOTICE gauges (16 and 11, Figure O-1) to be sure there Never operate the starter for more than 10 seconds. are no problems. Longer operation will lead to an over discharge of the batteries, as well as starter seizure. Wait at least 30 seconds between attempts to start the engine.

  • Page 42: Transport

    Allow the engine to warm up at normal idling ating and monitor them for people outside of speed of 1000 rpm. To raise RPM, depress the your direct field of vision. button on the Engine Throttle Control knob (53, Figure O-2) to release the lock, and pull WARNING the knob up.
  • Page 43 At the front of the sweeper, properly adjust the Approximate field round, convex mirrors (Figures O-3 and O-4) of vision when to give an operator in either operating position mirrors are properly adjusted. a clear view of any and all obstacles and/or Field of vision pedestrians in front of the sweeper.

  • Page 44: Sweeping

    suspension, use the CONV LOWER / SWEEPING MB/CONV UP switch (47) to raise the main broom and conveyor. WARNING The operator may not be able to see directly in Set the Engine Throttle Control (53, Figure front of machine, and operating with people in O-2) for transport RPM.
  • Page 45 CAUTION If the operator has not operated a vehicle with rear-wheel steering, the operator must prac- tice driving the Pelican in a non-congested, open area until totally familiar with the steer- ing. CAUTION With dual steering — While the driver is changing driving position, the sweeper must Brake Pedal be stopped with the propel pedal in neutral...
  • Page 46 With the conveyor completely lowered, if the 10. If necessary, turn on lights using: main broom is not at proper height, use the Hazard switch (33, Figure O-1) same switch (50) to adjust broom height. This Head Lights switch (35) adjustment will not affect the height of the Broom Light switch(es) (29 and/or 43) conveyor.
  • Page 47 according to sweeping conditions. See Table O-1. Sweeping Engine Sweeper Conditions Speed, Speed, 12. Ensure that the front of the machine is clear before moving it forward. During operation of Light 1500 rpm the sweeper, monitor the front round mirrors (8-11 km/h) for people outside of your direct field of view.

  • Page 48: Sweeping Patterns

    One broom 8 ft (2438 mm) Two brooms 10 ft (3048 mm) If a side broom is set too flat, debris will be scat- Pelican P Broom Patterns tered instead of being directed to the path of the Figure O-8...
  • Page 49 conveyor. If a side broom is tilted at too large an Using the Engine Throttle Control knob (53, angle, debris will trail or be scattered, and the Figure O-2), increase engine speed to about broom will wear too fast. If the main broom is not 2500 rpm.

  • Page 50: Reversing The Conveyor

    at the top. The patterns should overlap the path of the main broom (Figure O-8). 12. Check that the main broom pattern is of an even width along its whole length (does not taper). The pattern should be 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) wide.

  • Page 51: Dumping The Hopper

    NOTICE clearance of 3 ft (1 m). Do not raise hopper while under trees, bridges, etc. Do not operate the conveyor in reverse for more than 15 seconds. Doing so may cause misalignment of the CAUTION conveyor belt and subsequent damage. Overloading the hopper can cause personal injury or damage to the sweeper.
  • Page 52 sion, use CONV LOWER / MB/CONV UP To roll out hopper: move control to left switch (47) to raise main broom and conveyor. To roll back hopper: move control to right Hopper requires alternate operation of raise 6. Use the Hopper Dump Control (Figure O-10) to and rollout functions.

  • Page 53: Shutting Down The Unit

    SHUTTING DOWN THE UNIT UP switch (47) to raise the main broom and conveyor. Park the sweeper. NOTICE Before shutdown, the engine must be run at idle Use the Engine Throttle Control (53, Figure speed (about 1000 RPM) for at least 2 minutes to O-2) to set engine speed to idle (about 1000 cool hot engine parts.
  • Page 54 After washdown is complete, maintenance must be performed as directed in the Maintenance and Service Procedures sections. Filling the fuel tank at the end of the shift will force most of the air out of the tank. This action will minimize the water condensation that can hap- pen in the air space as the tank cools.

  • Page 55: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Inspect Pre-Cleaner - Air Filter (Accessory) Drain Water Separator - Engine Wash Down Entire Machine - Flush Out Lower Wash down machine after every sweeping Conveyor Roller shift. See Daily Washdown procedure later in Check Windshield Washer Fluid Level this chapter.

  • Page 56: Periodic Service Checklist

    PERIODIC SERVICE CHECKLIST Service after 150 hours The numbers below correspond with the locations on 38 Replace Engine Oil & Filter Figures M-1, M-2, M-3 and M-4. 39 Inspect Engine Air Intake System (Any Time Indicator Lights) Service after 50 hours 40 Check Brake Master Cylinder Fluid Level 21 Inspect Spray Water Pump 41 Inspect Engine Drive Belts...

  • Page 57: After 500 Hours

    Examples of impact damage might be, but are not 53 Check Anti-Freeze limited to: Bent rim, tire damage, axle damage, etc. 54 Check Oil Level In Hubs Contact Elgin dealer with any questions. Service after 1000 hours 61 Change Hydraulic Oil Reservoir Breather 62 Adjust Valve Clearance...
  • Page 58 Pelican P Top View - Scheduled Maintenance Items Figure M-1...
  • Page 59 Pelican P Front End - Scheduled Maintenance Items Figure M-2...
  • Page 60 Pelican P Guide Wheel Pelican P Rear End - Scheduled Maintenance Figure M-4 Figure M-3...

  • Page 61: Daily Washdown

    DAILY WASHDOWN Raise hopper only in areas with minimum overhead clearance of 16 ft (5 m) and forward clearance of 3 ft (1 m). Do not raise hopper Washdown after each sweeping shift is essential to while under trees, bridges, etc. good sweeper maintenance.
  • Page 62 Lower the main broom, conveyor and side Raise broom(s) to sweeping positions. Start rotation of the main broom and conveyor. 6. Fill the water tank to overflowing, allowing the water to flush the conveyor belt for one to two Roll Roll minutes.

  • Page 63: Bubble Window Maintenance

    NOTICE 1. Thoroughly clean the window with ammonia and water, being sure to remove all dirt that Never steam clean or wash an engine while it is may be embedded in scratches or cracks. running. Water can cause a hot manifold to crack. 11.

  • Page 64: Lubrication

    SAE 80W-90 dow. Do not apply force to the window itself. On applications where the lubricant must meet special requirements, a suitable substitute may be used. Contact Elgin Sweeper Company regarding LUBRICATION special lubrication needs. Oil Temperature AUTOMATIC LUBRICATION Continuous - 160°F (70°C)
  • Page 65 Higher temperatures may make it necessary to change oil more frequently. Oil Fill Level and Volume Unit should be half full. Approximate volume of hub is 37 oz (1.1 L). To check oil level: • For a hub with oil plugs 180º apart (Figure M-8), turn the hub until the plugs are level with the disconnect cover.
  • Page 66 NOTES: M-12...

  • Page 67: Service Procedures

    SERVICE PROCEDURES TOWING WARNING The drive wheels must be blocked, before you prepare the sweeper for towing. NOTICE Towing with hubs engaged will damage hydrostatic 2. Block drive wheels, so sweeper cannot roll for- drive. ward or backward. In all cases the procedure below must be followed, proper equipment must be used, and all laws apply- ing to vehicles in tow must be obeyed.
  • Page 68 5. Unblock wheels. CAUTION Disconnect cover should be removed carefully 6. Release parking brake before towing Pelican. to prevent injury by spring-loaded pin or loss of pin. Pin may press out on cover continuous- After towing is completed, take the following steps. ly or may catch and then spring out suddenly.

  • Page 69: Air Cleaner

    NOTICE WARNING Hydrostatic drive system must not be operated with Make sure sweeper will not roll out of control, either tow pin in “tow” position (the inner position). before you unblock the wheels. Damage to shaft and splines may result. 5.
  • Page 70 cleaned for further use. Cleaning an element voids the warranty and makes the element less effective. Visually check the rubber unloader valve, and pinch the lips of the valve to remove any accu- mulation of debris. If the unloader is damaged, install a new unloader.

  • Page 71: Fuel System

    Remove and save the outer element, taking FUEL SYSTEM care to keep the element clean and to avoid any damage to the element. The fuel lift pump (C, Figure SP-3) draws fuel from the fuel tank (K) and pushes it through the fuel fil- NOTICE ters (G) to the injection pump (A).
  • Page 72 Fuel Filter Figure SP-4 1. Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the filter. Fuel System 2. Loosen the bleed screw. Figure SP-3 SP-6...

  • Page 73: Changing Fuel Filter

    Turn the filter cartridge to remove it from the 3. Allow the water and any contaminated fuel to filter head. drain into a pan. NOTICE NOTICE The presence of a large amount of water in the filter The presence of a large amount of water in the filter may indicate that water should be drained from the may indicate that water should be drained from the fuel tank.

  • Page 74: Bleeding Fuel System

    To bleed air from the fuel system, follow the direc- tions in the operator’s manual supplied by the engine manufacturer. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM The hydraulic system of the Pelican P is spline shaft driven. There are no belts to break or pulleys to adjust. There are three basic hydraulic systems:...

  • Page 75: Spray Water System

    Water for the spray water system passes through a Use new, clean hydraulic oil that meets all Elgin 100 mesh filter prior to entering the water Sweeper Company requirements. Never mix differ- pump.This stainless steel strainer filter is located...

  • Page 76: Broom Adjustment

    valve is located between the water filter and the SPRAY WATER GAUGE water tank. This should be turned off to stop water from flowing out of the tank when the filter screen is removed for daily cleaning. The filter should be changed only if it has been damaged.

  • Page 77: Side Broom Adjustment

    SIDE BROOM ADJUSTMENT Side-To-Side Angle To correct the side-to-side angle, take the following steps. 1. With the side broom down and extended, loosen the two bolts that attach the motor bracket to the forward side broom bracket (Figure SP-8). 2. Tilt the assembly to the proper angle. Side Broom Bracket 3.

  • Page 78: Down Pressure

    Down Pressure To correct the side broom down pressure, reset the position of the quick-release pin located on the adjustable stop (Figure SP-10). Side Broom Turnbuckle Figure SP-9 2. Rotate the turnbuckle to adjust the broom angle. Down Pressure Adjustment 3.

  • Page 79: Main Broom Adjustment

    MAIN BROOM ADJUSTMENT 2. Adjust the spring tension on one side as neces- sary using the chain. For example, if the left side shows more wear (or taper) than the right Standard (Chain) Suspension side, shorten the chain on the left side to raise the left side of the broom.

  • Page 80: Dirt Shoe Adjustment

    4. Tighten the jam nut. DIRT SHOE ADJUSTMENT Dirt shoes ride perpendicular to the ground to act as a guide to keep debris between the main broom and the conveyor. The main broom rotates between the two dirt shoes. Wings at the rear of each dirt shoe assure that the bristles are turned in and ride flush within the dirt shoe housings.

  • Page 81: Dirt Deflectors

    raised transport position the dirt shoes should be parallel to, but not touching the ground. If the dirt shoes are not level in the raised position, adjust them by loosening the two nuts holding the dirt shoe adjusting plate. To raise the rear of the dirt shoes, lift the plate toward the lifting rod.

  • Page 82: Conveyor

    On Pelicans equipped with dual side brooms there beyond the reach of the main broom. This runner are two dirt deflectors (Figure SP-14) mounted in may be adjusted by loosening the nuts in the metal the center of the unit. These dual dirt deflectors plate and raising or lowering the runner as needed.
  • Page 83 WARNING DO NOT work under or around a raised hop- per. The best method for safe access to the machine behind the hopper is the roll-out method described below. 1. Install a 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch bolt in each of the two holes located above the spring-loaded door latches on the sides of the hopper (Figure SP-15).

  • Page 84: Adjusting Conveyor

    NOTICE Do not attempt to adjust the conveyor belt with the conveyor system in the raised position. Proper conveyor belt adjustment involves first set- ting tension and then adjusting alignment by the procedures under Belt Tension and Belt Alignment. NOTICE Belt tension and alignment for both rolls are inter- related.
  • Page 85 the conveyor sides, where it will suffer tearing or neath machine with engine running. Use other damage. extreme care when making checks or adjust- ments that require the engine to be running. NOTICE BELT TENSION All belt tension adjustments should be made with no more than one-half turn of the adjusting nuts The conveyor belt has correct tension when there is at any one time.
  • Page 86 ADJUSTING NUT 5. If the belt "flaps" against the lower conveyor cover, increase overall belt tension by continu- ing adjustment steps on both sides of the upper conveyor roll. 6. If alignment does not need adjusting, tighten the jam nuts. BELT ALIGNMENT Proper belt alignment will require making small adjustments to the upper roll as outlined below.
  • Page 87 for both rolls are interrelated. While adjusting ......BELT TRAVELS TO THE RIGHT alignment, it is important to make small adjust- Increasing tension on the right side or decreasing ments and to maintain proper tension. tension on the left will draw the belt to the left. BELT TRAVELS TO THE LEFT......

  • Page 88: Other Conveyor Adjustments

    Other Conveyor Adjustments LOWER ROLL SCRAPER ADJUSTMENT Lower roll scraper adjustment should be checked periodically and whenever the belt is removed. The square opening just above the lower roll bearing (Figure SP-18) provides access for adjustment. To adjust the scraper, take the following steps. 1.
  • Page 89 CONVEYOR GROUND CLEARANCE 6. Place a 1-5/8 ± 1/4 inch (41 ± 6 mm) wooden block under the cleat at the middle of the con- Conveyor ground clearance (height) should be veyor belt (Figure SP-19). (A standard 2 x 4 adjusted after the new belt is in place to ensure block can be used to estimate this dimension.) good conveyor performance.
  • Page 90 NOTICE Due to the lower roll offset, clearance at the left side will be slightly less than the clearance at the mid- dle, and clearance at the right side will be greater. 7. If adjustment is necessary, take the following steps.

  • Page 91: Replacing Conveyor Belt

    REPLACING CONVEYOR BELT 2. Rotate the conveyor belt to expose the belt splice at the upper conveyor roll area (Figure SP-21). WARNING 3. Loosen the jam nuts and back them off the DO NOT work under or around a raised hop- adjusting nuts on both sides of the conveyor per.

  • Page 92: Squaring Conveyor Structure

    5. Disassemble the belt splice and allow the belt to fall beneath the sweeper. b. Block and support the conveyor. 6. Remove the belt from under the sweeper. With the pistons of the conveyor lift cylin- ders (Figure SP-20) retracted, remove the snap ring at the bottom of the appropriate Squaring Conveyor Structure cylinder, and remove the cylinder.

  • Page 93: Structure Stop Bolt Adjustment

    Structure Stop Bolt Adjustment due to wear and loosening of the lower roll bearings and conveyor lift cylinders. Adjusting the offset can make conveyor belt installation easier or help solve Above the conveyor lift cylinders, there are two stop alignment ("training") difficulties. See CONVEYOR bolts (Figure SP-20) that guide the conveyor in tow BELT ADJUSTMENT.

  • Page 94: Installing Conveyor Belt

    Figure SP-23 Right-Hand Lower Roll Bearing Left Hand Lower Roll Bearing Figure SP-22 Installing Conveyor Belt NOTICE NOTICE If the lower roll offset is properly adjusted before a These settings may require slight readjustment, sim- new belt is installed, belt adjustment is easier. ilar to adjustment of the upper roll, during belt ten- Proper offset can also help solve problems of align- sioning and alignment.

  • Page 95: Splicing Conveyor Belt

    To install a conveyor belt, use the following procedure. 1. Lower one end of the conveyer belt (cleats out) past the upper roll and down through the underside of the conveyor to the lower roll. 2. Loop the other end of the belt over the upper roll and feed it downward.

  • Page 96: Reversing Conveyor

    A torn or damaged belt may be repaired in the field motion only. The reversing feature is only for the by cutting out the damaged part with a squared cut purpose of relieving any condition which has across the whole width of the belt and inserting a caused a jamming effect of the belt or driving mech- new section also squared off to match the length of anism and normally will not be prolonged over a...
  • Page 97 Belt Repairs Figure SP-25 SP-31...

  • Page 98: Main Broom Replacement

    MAIN BROOM REPLACEMENT To prepare for removal of the main broom on a Pelican with hydraulic broom suspension (Figure SP-27), lower the broom to just touch the To prepare for the removal of the main broom on a ground. This will properly balance and suspend Pelican with standard (chain) broom suspen- the main broom, making disassembly of the left- sion (Figure SP-26), raise the main broom and...
  • Page 99 Then follow this procedure: 4. Remove the main broom lower arm mounting bolts from the left-hand upper main broom arm. 1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the left. This will allow room to handle the main broom. 5.

  • Page 100: Cab Air Filter

    10. Install the three main broom drive hub mount- To change a rear guide wheel, use a small bottle ing bolts on the broom core on the right side of jack between the two guide wheel tires to lift the the machine.
  • Page 101 light. Never check battery charge by placing a 2. Drain the fuel water separator. metal object across the posts. Use a voltmeter or hydrometer. Always remove the grounded 3. For the spray water system, take the following (—) battery cable first and connect it last. steps.

  • Page 102: Spring Startup

    take the following steps to minimize corrosion and CAUTION deterioration. Battery gas can explode. Keep sparks and flames away from batteries. If the battery elec- 1. Change engine oil and replace the oil filter. trolyte level must be checked, use an electric Used oil will not give adequate protection.
  • Page 103 At the water pump, take the following steps. 1) Remove the plug at the top of the pump. 2) Fill the pump t o overflowing with water. 3) Install the plug. 5. Install a fully-charged battery, and connect the cables. 6.
  • Page 104 NOTES: SP-38...

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting

    Steering problems dures may be found in the Service Manual for the Guide wheel may be loose, tires uneven or there Pelican P. The troubleshooting listed below is meant may be an hydraulic leak. as a general guide only. Brake problems...
  • Page 106 Hydraulic main or side broom(s) will not rise Spool in solenoid valve may be stuck or there may be an open electric circuit. If Hydraulic Filter Restriction Indicator (#29, Figure O-1) is on, there may be debris in the oil line. Hydraulic main or side broom(s) will not lower Spool in solenoid valve may be stuck or there may...
  • Page 107 TROUBLESHOOTING — Electrical System BATTERY ALTERNATOR IGNITION SWITCH RELAY RELAY STARTER MOTOR CIRCUIT BREAKER CONTROL SWITCH COMPONENT (LOAD) CHASSIS GROUND...

  • Page 109: Glossary

    (Also see Sprung Guide Wheel) Conveyor - Device that carries debris swept up by the main broom to the hopper. The Pelican P Hopper - An on-board tank for holding debris that patented No-Jam® conveyor has molded-in, full has been swept up.
  • Page 110 Main broom - A long cylindrical broom running Sprung guide wheel - Optional suspension sys- under the sweeper, used to direct debris onto the tem on the guide wheel. The 4-spring design conveyor. May be suspended by chains or an option- absorbs shock, reducing wear and tear on the oper- al hydraulic suspension system.
  • Page 112 Elgin Sweeper Company Subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation 1300 W. Bartlett Rd. Elgin, IL 60120 847-741-5370 Printed in U.S.A. P/N 0701450-E Copyright 2007 Elgin Sweeper Company...

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