Sweepster 205 Series Operator And Parts Manual

OPERATOR’S AND PARTS MANUAL

205 Series

SB Hopper Broom

Cold Planer Special

Serial Number: ___________________

Model Number: ___________________

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Manual Number: 51-4178
Release Date: January 2014
Serial Number: 0913001 & Up
Rev. 1

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Notes

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................................................................4

SAFETY STATEMENTS ...............................................................................................................................4

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS........................................................................................................5-6

SAFETY SIGNS & LABELS .........................................................................................................................7

SERVICE & REPAIR - SAFETY ...................................................................................................................8

OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................8

STORAGE ..................................................................................................................................................10

PRODUCT INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................11

MAINTENANCE .........................................................................................................................................12

REPLACING BRUSH SECTIONS ..............................................................................................................13

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .....................................................................................................................14

MAINTENANCE RECORD .........................................................................................................................15

TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................................................................................................................16-17

ADJUSTING THE GUTTERBROOM ..........................................................................................................18

CORE ASSEMBL Y .....................................................................................................................................20

MOTOR ASSEMBL Y ..................................................................................................................................21

BEARING ASSEMBL Y .......................................................................................................................... 22-23

HOOD ASSEMBL Y .....................................................................................................................................24

CUTTING EDGE KIT ..................................................................................................................................25

GUTTERBROOM ..................................................................................................................................26-27

DUST SUPPRESSION KIT ................................................................................................................... 28-29

BOL T T ORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................30

HYDRAULIC TORQUE SPECIFICA TIONS ...........................................................................................31-32

WARRANTY ...............................................................................................................................................33

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INTRODUCTION

SAFETY STATEMENTS

Purpose of Sweeper

This sweeper is designed solely for the use in
construction cleanup, road maintenance and similar
operations. Use in any other way is considered
contrary to the intended use. Compliance with and
strict adherence to operation, service and repair

conditions, as specied by the manufacturer, are

also essential elements of the intended use.

Contacting Sweepster

If you have any questions about information in this
manual or need to order parts, please call, write, fax
or e-mail SWEEPSTER.

Sweepster

2800 North Zeeb Road

Dexter, Michigan 48130

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

e-mail: [e-mail]

DANGER! THIS STATEMENT IS USED

WHERE SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH WILL RESULT IF THE
INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT
FOLLOWED PROPERLY.

WARNING! THIS STATEMENT IS USED

WHERE SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH COULD RESULT IF
THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT
FOLLOWED PROPERLY.

CAUTION! THIS STATEMENT IS USED

WHERE MINOR INJURY COULD
RESULT IF THE INSTRUCTIONS
ARE NOT FOLLOWED PROPERLY.

NOTICE! THIS STATEMENT IS USED

WHERE EQUIPMENT OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE COULD
RESULT IF THE INSTRUCTIONS
ARE NOT FOLLOWED PROPERLY.

For help with installation, operation or maintenance
procedures, contact our Technical Service
Department. Direct product questions and parts
orders to our Sales Department.

When ordering parts or accessories, be prepared to
give the following information:

• Sweeper model, serial number and date of

purchase

• Prime mover, make and model

• Part number, description and quantity

Terms Used in Manual

Right-hand, left-hand, front and rear are determined
from the operator’s perspective (either the

operator’s seat or standing behind a walk-behind

unit), facing forward in the normal operating
position.

Warranty

THIS SYMBOL BY ITSELF OR

USED WITH A SAFETY SIGNAL
WORD THROUGHOUT THIS
MANUAL IS USED TO CALL YOUR
ATTENTION TO INSTRUCTIONS
INVOL VING YOUR PERSONAL
SAFETY OR THE SAFETY OF
OTHERS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN
RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.

To validate the warranty for this unit, ll out the

warranty card or warranty pages located in the

back of this manual. Then send this information to

SWEEPSTER.

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING! READ MANUAL PRIOR TO

INSTALL

Improper installation, operation,

or maintenance of this equipment
could result in serious injury or
death. Operators and maintenance
personnel should read this
manual as well as all manuals
related to this equipment and the
prime mover thoroughly before
beginning installation, operation,
or maintenance. FOLLOW ALL

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN
THIS MANUAL AND THE PRIME
MOVERS MANUAL.

WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL

SAFETY STATEMENTS

Read all safety decals and safety

statements in all manuals prior

to operating or working on this

equipment. Know and obey all
OSHA regulations, local laws
and other professional guidelines
for your operation. Know and

follow good work practices when

assembling, maintaining, repairing,
mounting, removing or operating this
equipment.

KNOW YOUR EQUIPMENT
Know your equipment’s capabilities,

dimensions and operations before
operating. Visually inspect your
equipment before you start, and
never operate equipment that is not

in proper working order with all safety
devices intact. Check all hardware to
assure it is tight. Make certain that all
locking pins, latches, and connection

devices are properly installed and
secured. Remove and replace any
damaged, fatigued or excessively

worn parts. Make certain all safety

decals are in place and are legible.
Keep decals clean, and replace them
if they become worn and hard to
read.

WARNING! PROTECT AGAINST FLYING

DEBRIS

Always wear proper safety glasses,

goggles or a face shield when driving
pins in or out or when operation

causes dust, ying debris, or any

other hazardous material.

WARNING! LOWER OR SUPPORT RAISED

EQUIPMENT

Do not work under raised booms

without supporting them. Do not use
support material made of concrete

blocks, logs, buckets, barrels or any

other material that could suddenly

collapse or shift positions. Make

sure support material is solid,
not decayed, warped, twisted, or
tapered. Lower booms to ground

level or onto blocks. Lower booms

and attachments to the ground
before leaving the cab or operator’s
station.

WARNING! USE CARE WITH HYDRAULIC

FLUID PRESSURE

Hydraulic uid under pressure can

penetrate the skin and cause serious
injury or death. Hydraulic leaks

under pressure may not be visible.
Before connecting or disconnecting
hydraulic hoses, read your prime
movers operator’s manual for
detailed instructions on connecting
and disconnecting hydraulic hoses or

ttings.

 •Keep unprotected body parts,
such as face, eyes, and arms as
far away as possible from a

suspected leak. Flesh injected with
hydraulic uid may develop

gangrene or other permanent
disabilities.

• If injured by injected uid, see a

doctor at once. If your doctor is not

familiar with this type of injury, ask

him to research immediately to
determine proper treatment.

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CONTINUED

• Wear safety glasses, protective

clothing, and use a sound piece of
cardboard or wood when

searching for hydraulic leaks.

DO NOT USE YOUR HANDS!
SEE ILLUSTRATION.

WARNING! DO NOT MODIFY MACHINE OR

ATTACHMENTS

Modications may weaken the

integrity of the attachment and may
impair the function, safety, life and
performance of the attachment.

When making repairs, use only

the manufacturer’s genuine parts,
following authorized instructions.
Other parts may be substandard

in t and quality. Never modify

any ROPS (Roll Over Protection
System) equipment or device. Any

modications must be authorized in

writing by the manufacturer.

CONTINUED

• W e a r t h e p r o t e c t i v e c l o t h i n g
equipment specied by the tool

manufacturer.

WARNING! SAFELY OPERATE EQUIPMENT
Do not operate equipment until you

are completely trained by a qualied

operator in how to use the controls,

know its capabilities, dimensions,

and all safety requirements. See
your prime movers manual for these
instructions.

• Keep all step plates, grab bars,

pedals, and controls free of dirt,
grease, debris, and oil.

• Never allow anyone to be around

the equipment when it is operating.

• Do not allow riders on the

attachment or the prime mover.

• Do not operate the equipment

from anywhere other than the
correct operators position.

• Never leave equipment unattended

with the engine running or with this
attachment in a raise position.

• Do not alter or remove any safety

feature from the prime mover or
this attachment.

• Know your work site safety rules as
well as trafc rules and ow. When

in doubt on any safety issue,
contact your supervisor or safety
coordinator for an explanation.

WARNING! SAFELY MAINTAIN AND REPAIR

EQUIPMENT

• Do not wear loose clothing, or any

accessories that can catch in
moving parts. If you have long hair,
cover or secure it so that it does
not become entangled in the
equipment.

• Work on a level surface in a well-lit

area.

• Use properly grounded electrical

outlets and tools.

• Use the correct tool for the job at
hand. Make sure they are in good
condition for the task required.

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SAFETY SIGNS & LABELS

50-0723

50-0737

3

50-0727

50-0634

Serial Number

2

3

6

4

1

3

4

41043

50-0724

SAFETY SIGNS & LABELS

There are several specic signs on this sweeper.

The exact location of the hazards and description of
the hazards are reviewed.

Placement or replacement of Safety Signs

1. Clean the area of application with nonammable

solvent, and then wash the same area with soap
and water.

2. Allow the surface to fully dry.

3. Remove the backing from the safety sign,

exposing the adhesive surface.

4. Apply the safety sign to the position shown in
the diagram above and smooth out any bubbles.

Item Part Qty Description

1. 50-0723 1 Label, Read Manual

2. 50-0724 1 Label, Warning, High Pressure Fluid

3. 50-0727 3 Label, Warning, Flying Objects

4. 50-0737 2 Label, Warning, Pinch Point Hazard

5. 50-0634 1 Label, Serial Number

6. 41043 1 Decal, Warning, Hazardous “Dust

Instructions

1. Keep all safety signs clean and legible.

2. Replace all missing, illegible, or damaged safety
signs.

3. Replacement parts, for parts with safety signs
attached, must also have safety signs attached.

4. Safety signs are available, free of charge, from
your dealer or from SWEEPSTER.

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SERVICE & REPAIR - SAFETY

OPERATION

CAUTION! DO NOT MODIFY THE SWEEPER

IN ANY WAY . Personal injury could

result. If you have questions, contact
your dealer or SWEEPSTER.

Repair or adjust the sweeper in a safe area, away

from trafc and other hazards.

Before adjusting or servicing the sweeper, lower
the sweeper to the ground, stop the prime mover

engine, set the brakes and remove the key from the

ignition.

When working on or around the sweeper, lower it

to the ground or secure it with transport chains or

cylinder-stop locks.

Stop the prime mover engine and cycle control
levers to release hydraulic pressure before servicing
or adjusting sweeper hydraulic systems.

WARNING! ESCAPING HYDRAULIC FLUID

CAN HAVE ENOUGH PRESSURE
TO PENETRATE THE SKIN, causing

serious personal injury.

Do not bend high pressure lines. Do not strike high

pressure lines. Do not install bent lines, bent tubes,

or kinked hoses. Do not install damaged lines,

tubes, or hoses.
Repair damaged or loose lines, tubes and hoses.

Leaks can cause res. See your SWEEPSTER

dealer for repair or replacement parts.
Replace the parts if any of the following conditions

are present:

• The end ttings are damaged or leaking.

• The outer covering is chafed or cut.

• The reinforcing wire layer is exposed.

CAUTION! A SWEEPER IS A DEMANDING

MACHINE. Only fully trained

operators or trainee operators under
supervision of a fully trained person
should use this machine.

Before operating sweeper:

•Learn sweeper and prime mover controls in an

off-road location.

•Be sure that you are in a safe area, away from

trafc or other hazards.

•Check all hardware holding the sweeper to the

host machine, making sure it is tight.

•Replace any damaged or fatigued hardware

with properly rated fasteners.

•Make sure all hydraulic hardware and hydraulic

ttings are tight.

•Replace any damaged or fatigued ttings or

hoses.

•Check all tire pressures before sweeping.

•Check tire ratings to be sure they match the

prime mover load. Weigh the sweeper end of
the prime mover, if necessary, to insure proper
tire rating.

•Remove from the sweeping area all property

that could be damaged by ying debris.

•Be sure all persons not operating the sweeper

are clear of the sweeper discharge area.

•Always wear proper apparel such as a long

sleeved shirt buttoned at the cuffs; safety
glasses, goggles or a face shield; ear

protection; and a dust mask.

• The outer covering is ballooning locally.

• The hose is kinked or crushed.

• The hose has been pulled or stretched.

Make sure that all clamps, guards, and shields are

installed correctly.

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While operating sweeper:

•When operating sweeper, adhere to all

government rules, local laws and other
professional guidelines for your sweeping
application.

•Before leaving the operators area for any

reason, lower the sweeper to the ground. Stop

the prime mover engine, set the brakes and
remove the key from the ignition.

Run the prime mover and sweeper at a low idle.

Check for hydraulic leaks or other problems and
make corrections, if necessary, before using the

sweeper.

•Minimize ying debris - use the slowest rotating

speed that will do the job.

•Keep hands, feet, hair and other loose clothing

away from all moving parts.

•Leave the brush hood (shield) and all other

shields and safety equipment in place when
operating the sweeper and primer mover.

•Be aware of extra weight and width a sweeper

adds. Reduce travel speed accordingly.

•When sweeping on rough terrain, reduce speed

to avoid “bouncing” the sweeper. Loss of
steering can result.

•Never sweep toward people, buildings, vehicles
or other objects that can be damaged by ying

debris.

•Only operate the sweeper while you are in the

seat of the prime mover. The seat belt must be
fastened while you operate the prime mover.
Only operate the controls while the engine is
running. Protective glasses must be worn while
you operate the prime mover and while you
operate the sweeper.

•While you operate the sweeper slowly in an
open area, check for proper operation of all

controls and all protective devices. Note any
repairs needed during operation of the sweeper.
Report any needed repairs.

WARNING! AVOID SERIOUS INJURY. Check

for large objects that could harm the
operator or others if thrown by the
sweeper. Remove these items before
operating.

During Use

Carry the sweeper low to the ground so that the
operator has good visibility and stability. Avoid any
sudden movements from one side to the other side
when you carry a sweeper.

Avoid excessive downward pressure on the brush
sections to prevent excessive wear. A two to four

inch wide pattern is sufcient for most applications.

Ensure that the motor and bearing plates are
equally adjusted in order to prevent an uneven wear
pattern.

Directing Debris

Observe wind direction. Sweeping with the wind

makes sweeping more effective and helps keep

debris off the operator.
The terms swing and angle are used

interchangeably.

NOTICE! AVOID SWEEPER DAMAGE.

Reduce travel speed to avoid
hitting immovable objects.

Before Each Use

Perform daily maintenance as indicated in
Maintenance Schedule.

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Brush, Engine & Travel Speeds

Vary brush, engine and travel speeds to match
sweeping conditions.

Dirt & Gravel

To keep dust at a minimum, plan sweeping for days

when it is overcast and humid or after it has rained.

Also, sweep so the wind blows at your back.

Low brush speeds and moderate travel speeds work

best for cleaning debris from hard surfaces. Brush
speeds that are too fast tend to raise dust because
of the aggressive sweeper action.

To sweep gravel, use just enough brush speed to
“roll” the gravel, not throw it.

Heavy Debris

BRUSH
ROTATION

TRAVEL

Travel slowly - 5 mph (8 kph).

Sweep a path less than the full width of the
sweeper.

Increase engine speed if debris becomes very
heavy.

STORAGE

NOTICE! Do not store the sweeper with

weight on the brush. Weight will
deform the bristles, destroying the
sweeping effectiveness.

Do not store polypropylene

brushes in direct sunlight. The
material can deteriorate and
crumble before the bristles are
worn out.

BRUSH
ROTATION

TRAVEL

WARNING! EXPOSURE TO RESPIRABLE

CRYSTALLINE SILICA

DUST ALONG WITH OTHER

HAZARDOUS DUSTS MAY
CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL
RESPIRATORY DISEASE.

It is recommended to use dust

suppression, dust collection and
if necessary personal protective
equipment during the operation of
any attachment that may cause high
levels of dust.

Keep polypropylene brush

material away from intense heat or

ame.

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