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AMERICAN-LINCOLN
TECHNOLOGY
114RS
Operator's Manual
SWEEPER
Beginning with
Serial No. 350661
READ THIS BOOK!
This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure
to read this book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to
your machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to
other property could occur as well. you must have training in the operation of this machine
ISO 9001
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TABLE OF CONTENTS MACHINE DIMENSIONS ..................................................................................................................................... 1-3 MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................... 1-4 STANDARD HARDWARE & TORQUE VALUES .................................................................................................. 1-6 DECIMAL-METRIC CONVERSION TABLE .
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS - CHAPTER 2 ................................................................................................................. 2-1 MAIN BROOM............................................................................................................................................ 2-2 SIDE BROOMS ......................................................................................................................................... 2-4 DOORS, FLAPS AND SEALS ..
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MACHINE DIMENSIONS 56.6" 143.5 cm 47.0" 119.4 cm 36.4" C0459 92.4 cm American-Lincoln Technology 1-3 114 RS Operator’s Manual
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MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS SWEEPING PATH Width 45.0 inches 114.3 cm. Including side brooms TRAVEL SPEED Forward 4.0 MPH/4.9 KPH Reverse 2.0 MPH/2.48 KPH TURNING RADIUS Right 46.0 inches116.8 cm. Left 46.0 inches116.8 cm. U-turn Clearance 68.00 inches 172.7 cm. DIMENSIONS Length 56.6 inches143.5 cm. Width 36.4 inches 92.4 cm. Height 47.0 inches119.4 cm. WEIGHT Standard Machine 686 LBS .311 KGS (Without Batteries) With 228 A.H. Batteries 1071 LBS.486 KGS With 330 A.H. Ba
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MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS SWEEPING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS MAIN BROOM Broom bristle mounted in a polycore tube with helical pattern bristle tufted in six double rows. Length 27.00 inches (68.6 cm) Broom Size 11.00 inches (27.9 cm) Dia. Broom bristle Length 3.00 inches (7.6 cm) long. (Usable to 1 Inch Length) SIDE BROOMS Polypropylene bristles mounted in a 1.25-inch (3.17-cm) thick marine grade varnished hardwood plate. Broom Size 16 inches (40.6 cm) Dia. HOPPER Equipped with dolly wheels and handle.
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STANDARD HARDWARE & TORQUE VALUES SAE - Grade 8 SAE - Grade 5 Type Grade Screw Grade Type Brass 410H F&T 5 Size 8 B, AB Stainless &BT Plated Plated C C F FF F C C - *6 14 15 - 18 20 5 20 23 21 27 - - 33 9 37 41 34 *8 28 35 *10 39 - - 47 13 49 64 49 43 54 *1/4 86 108 130 151 114 132 32 120 156 120 5/16 15 17 22 24 19 22 6 - - - 40 3/8 28 31 44 34 39 10 - - - 44 63 70 55 16 - - - 7/16 49 62 1/2 68 95 108 85 - - - - 76 95 9/16 98 110 138 155 - - - - - - 5/8 135 153 191 216 - - - - - - 338 3/4 239 2
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DECIMAL METRIC CONVERSION TABLE FRACTION DECIMAL MILLIMETER FRACTION DECIMAL MILLIMETER C-2001/9907 American-Lincoln Technology 1-7 114 RS Operator’s Manual
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS THE FOLLOWING STATEMENTS ARE USED THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL AS INDICATED IN THEIR DE- SCRIPTIONS: DANGER To warn of immediate hazards which will result in severe personal injury or death. WARNING To warn of hazards or unsafe practices which could result in severe personal injury or death. CAUTION To warn of hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor personal injury. ATTENTION To warn of unsafe practices which could result in extensive equipment damage. NOTE To give
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING Be careful when operating the machine on a ramp or incline. Always move slowly on a ramp. Do not turn this machine on a ramp. Do not stop and leave this machine on a ramp. WARNING Stop and leave this machine on a level surface. When you stop the machine, put the power switch in the “OFF” position and engage the Wheel Lock. WARNING To prevent injury, and damage to the machine, do not lift the machine or move it to an edge of a stair or loading dock. WARNING Lead aci
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MACHINE PREPARATION C0458 FIGURE 1 YOUR 114 RS BATTERY MACHINE HAS BEEN SHIPPED COMPLETE, BUT DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE WITHOUT READING THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS. Uncrate the machine and remove all packing material. Inspect the machine for possible shipping damage. Install brooms, as outlined in the Service Instructions Section of this manual. Install batteries as follows (if not included): 1. Turn the key to the “OFF” position. 2. Unplug the polarized connector located next to the operator’s
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MACHINE CONTROLS BATTERY CONDITION METER SIDE BROOMS LEVER DUST CONTROL SWITCH HOUR METER SIDE BROOMS SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH FILTER SHAKER SWITCH KEY SWITCH HORN EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON MAIN BROOM LEVER LOW BATTERY LIGHT WHEEL LOCK C0461 FIGURE 2 KEY SWITCH - See Figure 2 The Key Switch turned to the right, the “ON” position, will provide power to all Sweeper systems. HORN BUTTON - See Figure 2 The horn button is active only when the key switch is “on”. Push the horn button to sound the horn. HOUR M
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MACHINE CONTROLS NEUTRAL NEUTRAL FORWARD REVERSE P4066 FIGURE 3 FOOT PEDAL-See Figure 3 The accelerator and directional control foot pedal is located on the floor of the operator’s area. The accelerator and directional control pedal controls the machine direction, travel speed and dynamic braking. If the machine stops due to an electrical system overload in the power panel controller, allow the pedal to return to the neutral position. Reset is automatic when the controller cools. For F
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MACHINE CONTROLS MAIN BROOM LIFT LEVER - See Figure 5 MAIN BROOM The main broom lift lever is located on the right side next to LIFT LEVER the driver’s seat. To lower the main broom, grasp the lever, move it to the left to clear the locking notch and pull back to the first or second notch. The first notch is the “Sweep” position, which is used for normal sweeping conditions, and MAIN BROOM will result in longer broom life. The second notch is the OFF “Float” position and is used when sweeping
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114 RS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1,2 6 3 4 5 C0470 FIGURE 8 NOTE Before starting, perform the pre-start checks. PRE-START CHECKLIST - See Figure 8 1. Check controls for proper operation 2. Make sure all controls are in the “Off” position 3. Be sure accelerator / directional control pedal is in the neutral position. 4. Check all Dust flaps for damage or wear. 5. Check Main Broom and Side Broom for proper broom pattern. 6. Ensure that the hopper latch is properly engaged. TO START MACHINE 1. Release
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SIDE AISLES MAIN AISLE P4134/0001 SIDE AISLES P4134 FIGURE 9 HELPFUL HINTS FOR SWEEPING - See Figure 9 Here are some suggestions to keep in mind while sweeping. 1. Plan your sweeping in advance. Try to arrange long runs with minimum stopping and starting. 2. Pick up large debris before sweeping with the Machine. 3. Use the sweeper to sweep debris from side aisles into the main aisle. 4. After the Sweeper has made a sweeping run, turn off the dust control switch and use th
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SERVICE CHART 5 8 7 2 12 7 4 9 3,10 13 1 7 C0474 6,11 C0474 FIGURE 10 SERVICE CHART FOR 114 RS Check items for proper operation. If service is required, please consult your Clarke/American-Lincoln Authorized Distributor: EVERY 8 HOURS or DAILY 1. All flaps for wear or damage. 2. Wheel Lock for proper operation. 3. Main Brooms for wear or damage. 4. Side Brooms for wear or damage. 5. Check Batteries and charge if necessary. (See Page 22 for Battery charging instructions) 6. Empty Hopper and
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SERVICE CHART For service assistance, consult your local Clarke/American-Lincoln Distributor. For best performance, replace worn parts with genuine Clarke/American-Lincoln parts. Refer all Maintenance and Service Requirements to Qualified Maintenance Personnel. Do not attempt to Service this Machine until you have read and understand all Safety Warnings associated with the equipment you are working with. WARNING Electrical repairs must be done by authorized personnel only. Consult your Clarke
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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 2 4 1 3 C0477a FIGURE 11 MAIN BROOM SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS TO CHECK THE MAIN BROOM SWEEP PATTERN Check the main broom sweep pattern after changing the broom or when poor sweeping performance is encountered while sweeping. 1. While the machine is not moving, lower the main broom to the SWEEP position and let machine sweep in one spot for a short period. 2. Before moving machine, move main broom lever to the OFF position and move the sweeper forward until you can see the pattern
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SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FLOOR FLOOR CONTACT CONTACT AREA AREA C0472 FIGURE 12 SIDE BROOMS SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS The Side Brooms Sweeping angle is not adjustable however the height of the side brooms can be adjusted to compensate for wear as the brooms become worn from use. Two access panels need to be removed to make the Side Broom Height adjustment. TO CHECK THE SIDE BROOM SWEEP PATTERN 1. Park the machine on a smooth level surface and turn the Side Broom Switch to the “ON” position. 2. Place the
