Apex 49 User Manual

60 Pages·2005·0.72 MB·English

Apex 49

Model: PB40GL,PB40PL,PB40GH,PB40PH
User Manual
Introduction

Please be advised explicitly that
Dear customer, we cannot accept any legal is-
sues out of the contents of this
It is our desire that the good cha-
manual.
racteristics of the Apex 49 should
If repair work has to be perfor-
justify the confidence you demon-
med make sure that only genui-
strated by making this purchase.
ne spare parts are used; only
Before first operation of your Apex 49, Before first operation of the machine, genuine spare parts may gua-
read these instructions carefully. The read these instructions and safety in- rantee a dependable machine.
manual provides valuable information formation carefully and comply with
about operation, service and maintenance . them.
The symbol as used in this manual
identifies items relevant to safety.
Please observe the safety provi-
sions (see chapter 1).

Valid as of: March 2007
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Proper Use
Proper Use The machine has not been parts or accessories without prior
designed for collecting
and explicit consent or by non-com-
The Apex sweeper has been dusts which are detrimental
pliance with the maintenance
exclusively designed for collecting to health or explosive.
instructions.
dry and moist matter from floor sur-
faces in e.g. factories, storage buil-
dings, parking ground and pedestri- Notes on warranty Inspection
an areas. Using the machine
beyond this scope of application The terms of the sales contract apply. Carefully unpack and inspect your Apex
will be deemed improper use; The Damages are not subject to warranty 49 for shipping damage. Follow
manufacturer cannot be held liable
if they are due to non-compliance unpacking instructions on shipping
for consequential damages.
The term of proper use also inclu- with the maintenance and service pallet. Each unit has been tested
des operation, maintenance and provisions. The maintenance work and thoroughly inspected before
repair work to be performed in com- has to be performed by an authorized shipment. Any damage is the res-
pliance with the manufacturer's service center and confirmed in the ponsibility of the delivery carrier who
specifications.
"Maintenance certificate" which is the should be notified immediately.
The Apex 49 may be used by person-
nel only that are familiar with the warranty document.
machine and aware of possible The following is excluded from war-
hazards involved. ranty:
The applicable Accident Prevention
fuses, natural wear, damages caused
Regulations, Road Traffic
by overload, inexpert handling and
Regulations, and aspects of safety
and working medicine in vigour will unauthorised modification of the
have to be complied with. machine. Moreover, any claim for
If modifications to the machine are warranty cannot be accepted if dama-
made in absence of the manufac-
ges at the machine are caused by fit-
turer's prior consent, the latter can-
ting
not be held liable for damage resul-
ting from such unauthorized modifi-
cation.
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Safety Information
1 Safety Information Keep clear of hazard zone! Provide for sufficient
ventilation when sweeping
indoors (dust and
1.1 General Safety Information
Before commencing work, the opera- combustion gas).
Apart from the instructions contained tor has to make sure that the SW5X
and its accessories are in proper and
in this manual, the general safety
safe condition. Pinching and shearing ha-
instructions and accident prevention zard. Provide for required
regulations, as imposed by law will Warning and instruction labels atta- safe distance before lifting
have to be complied with. Do not put ched to the machine contain impor- or lowering the dirt hopper.
the Manual aside without reading it tant information about safe operation.
Illegible or lost labels have to be
even if you used similar sweepers
replaced.
before. Take the time to read them Shut down the engine befo-
now and save time later. Machines Make sure that all covers re re-fuelling.
with known defects must not be used. are fitted before starting to
sweep.
It will be of essence to make yourself
Smoking and handling open
familiar with all accessories and con-
flames is prohibited when
trols and their functions before you filling fuel tanks or when
start working. Avoid the mess of working at or in the vicinity
having to read this book while trying of components containing
fuel.
to run the machine.
Using the machine in areas with
explosion hazard, on public roads
and places is prohibited.
The operator has to use the machine
within its design limits.
Shut the motors down before trans-
porting the machine.
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Safety Information
1.2 Safety and Warning Symbols All paragraphs in this manual refer-
ring to your personal safety, the safe-
1.2.1Generally Applicable Symbols
ty of your machine and the environ-
ment protection are attributed one of
the following warning symbols:
Symbol Hazardous for.... Description
DANGER
persons and dangerous situation
goods caused by misuse inaccurate adherence of instructions or
prescribed work routine
CAUTION
the machine important information on handling the machine in order to
maintain operability
Ecological hazard
the environment due to use of substances representing an inherent danger to
health of environment
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Safety Information
1.3 Labels at the Machine Inflation pressure (4) Ignition lock (6)
The following safety and information
90 PSI
signs are legibly attached to the
machine. Missing or illegible stickers
Brake (7)
have to be replaced.
Read and observe operator's
Manual (5)
Folding apron (1)
Noise power level (8)
91 dB (A)
Parking brake (2)
Nameplate front (3)
Fig.1
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Safety Information
1.3 Labels at the Machine Hydraulic fluid (9) Cylinder broom wearing take-up (12)
Rotating parts (10)
Nameplate (13)
Burning surface (11)
Fig. 2 Safety and information
signs
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Safety Information
1.3 Labels at the Machine Pinching hazard (16)
(Lifted-Up Disposal)
High-pressure cleaner (14)
Do not clean by means of
high pressure cleaner or
vapour jet.
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Safety Information
1.4 Operation/Safety Never leave the machine unattended Compared to four-wheeled
Information before the motors are off and the ma- vehicles, driving stability of
chine is protected against unintended three-wheeled vehicles is
Vacuum sweepers may be run by movements. reduced. We thus recom-
To prevent the machine from unautho- mend:
qualified personnel only; such per-
rized use, pull the control key to block
sonnel will have to have evidenced
all drives. - do not negotiate curves at
their qualification for running the Shut down the motors before trans- high speed.
machine to the owner or his authori- port of the machine. The driver has to - do not turn at slopes but
zed representative; operators explicit- take account of local conditions and on level ground only
when operating the sweeper he has - ride up- or downhill
ly will have to be instructed by the
to watch out for other persons, espe- straight.
owner or his authorized representati-
cially children.
ve to use the machine.
Do not open hood or
The machine may be used fairings with the machine
for cleaning such surfaces running.
approved by the owner or
this authorised representa-
tive for operation of vacu This machine must not be
um sweepers. used as dust-evacuating
machine with dust filter in-
Before starting the engine, sert (separator) to collect
switch off all drives dusts which are hazardous
to health.
Transporting persons on the machine
is prohibited. Ride-on machine types
are to be started with the driver being
seated.
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Safety Information
Warning and instruction la- 1.5 Cleaning Information
bels attached to the machi-
ne contain important infor-
mation about safe operation The machine is splash-proof (IPX3).
Do not clean the SW5X by
Provide for sufficient venti-
means of high pressure cle-
lation when sweeping indo-
aner or vapour jet.
ors (dust and combustion
gas).
Proceed to cleaning of the
dirt hopper in regular inter-
vals to preclude formation of
bacterial deposits.
Proceed to filter shaking on-
ly if the dirt hopper is in clo-
sed position.
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