SCARAB M6 SWEEPER KIT
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Operator’s Manual
Amdt.1 - 03 November 2009
RECOMMENDED OPERATOR’S ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
It is important that the following routine maintenance procedures are
carried out as directed. This will help to ensure that your Scarab Sweeper
performs at the optimum level of safety and efficiency. Refer to the
paragraphs immediately following this schedule and to the
Table of Contents (Page 2) for more detailed information.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE
DAILY ACTIONS
BEFORE USE
R
AFTER USE
WEEKLY ACTION
Check vehicle / body for safety. All lighting
equipment, tyres, fuel, oil, coolant, brake
fluid, windscreen wash and water-tank
levels. Rectify in line with manufacturers
specifications or report fault as appropriate.
Check auxiliary engine as follows: fuel, oil
and coolant levels. Rectify or report as
necessary.
Check hydraulic oil level and inspect
vehicle for signs of hydraulic leaks, including
the pumps and hoses mounted on the
auxiliary engine. Check oil cooler and
radiator are clean. Rectify as necessary.
If vehicle not previously used by YOU,
check suction fan is clean. Rectify or report.
Check brushes/skirts for wear. Remove any
entangled items, e.g. lengths of string
Check suction nozzle/flaps for damage/
correct ground clearance. Wrong settings
will degrade suction performance.
Check water spray jets for blockages.
Check all equipment is stowed and brushes
have been raised.
Wash vehicle, particularly hopper screens,
surrounding ledges and area above
screen. Leave hopper door partially open
for air to circulate. Avoid directing high-
pressure water at electrical connections.
Wash oil cooler, ensuring that fins are clean
Lubricate as appropriate, all brush links,
pivots and nozzle wheels.
Remove and clean the water strainers
On reduction gearbox equipped
machines, grease prop. shafts and check
for wear at the U/Js.
Grease the Hopper Ram (Top & Bottom)
Visually check entire machine for wear/
damage. Rectify or report as required
