User Manual Apex 62B
Contents
1. Fig 12 nect charger plug and device plug for electrical connection Fig 13 1 Now the Apex 62 B is operable If the battery type setting at the LDS should be incorrect have the setting modified by quali fied pesonnel in an approved workshop Fig 13 6 V 240 Ah GiV maintenance free e Connect batteries and enclosed ca ble set according to Fig 13 check for tight seating and grease poles e Check set battery type at the low di scharge signal sender or set if requi red e Connect charging plug of the battery connection cable and cable of the charger unit and proceed to initial charging e After charging of the batteries con Maintenance and Care e Turn machine off and pull key e Secure machine by actuating par king brake e Fold up seat hood e Insert battery e Connect charging plug of the battery connection cable and cable of the charger unit and proceed to initial charging After charging of the batteries con nect charger plug and device plug for electrical connection If the battery type setting at the LDS should be incorrect have the setting modified by quali fied pesonnel in an approved workshop Use admitted lifting and trans Fig 14 port devices such as e g lifting tackles according to VDI 3616 24 V 420 Ah tray battery EPzS mit Make suer that lifting hooks do Aquamatik not demage cells connectors or connecting cables Lm S k OLJ2. Fig 20 2 and check hydraulic fluid level siehe Abschnitt 5 6 1 Use appropriate oil resistant recipi ent with mouth or funnel for refilling Proceed to check of fluid level after refilling The hydraulic fluid level must not fall below the minimum It should read between the minimum and the maxi mum Fig 20 5 6 3 Change Hydraulic Filter Change the hydraulic filter according to maintenance schedule For change hydraulic filter proceed as follows Turn machine off and pull key switch Secure machine by engaging par king brake Open seat hood loosen and remove the wing screws of the left side co ver Turn hydraulic filter Fig 21 1 coun ter clockwise to loosen it and uns crew Before screwing new filter fill it with oil Ride the machine a short distance Refill sufficient hydraulicoil Check fluif filling level Fig 21 Maintenance and Care 5 6 4 Change Hydraulic Fluid Change the hydraulic fluid according to maintenance schedule For change hydraulic fluid proceed as follows Move up the dirt hopper Fig 22 1 Turn machine off and pull key switch Secure machine by engaging par king brake Place recipient under the drain plug Fig 22 2 drain plug is located un derneath the hydraulic case Fig 22 3 and remove drain plug Fig 22 2 Turn in the screw observe of the O ring Refill hydraulic fluid siehe Abschnitt 5 6 2 Fig 22 55 56 Maintenance and
3. chine into operation 1 Check the machine see paragraph 2 3 Before Taking into Operation 2 Start vehicle see paragraph 2 4 3 Lower sweeper roller and side broom 4 Release parking brake 5 Slowly depress drive pedal until desired speed has been attained 6 Check filling level of the dirt hopper and emty if required 7 Operate shaking installation regular for cleanig the filter In initial position vacuuming is activated Use the operating draw if the collected dirt is wet 2 6 Machine stopping and parking 1 Release drive pedal which returns automatically in neutral position and the machine slows down Actuate parking brake Lift sweeper roller and side broom Switch machine off UON Slowing down the Apex 62 B is possible by applying opposite forces with the drive pedal or by using the service brake When leaving the machine un attended pull key switch in or der to preclude unauthorized use 2 7 After work 1 Ride machine to suitable site for cle aning 2 Stop machine lift sweeper roller and side boom 3 Start shaking procedure 4 Empty dirt hopper see operation chapter 3 2 2 5 Clean machine Do not clean the electrical parts by means of high pressu re cleaning equipment First Operation 2 8 Transport rides and Towing Transport rides Before transporting the Apex 62 B on other vehicles engage the parking bra ke and secure the machine by placing wedges at th
4. Care 5 7 V Belt Drive Apex 62 B 1 Suction fan V belt 75 Hz 2 Tensioning device for suction fan 3 Hydraulic pump B belt 4 Tensioning device for hydraulic pump 150 Hz 5 V belt for sweeper roller 75 Hz 6 Tensioning lever for sweeper roller 7 V belt for sweeper roller drive 90 Hz 8 Tensioning device for sweeper roller drive Fig 23 we Ee Maintenance and Care 5 8 Electric System Apex 62 B F1 Drive 160A F2 Key switch 15A F3 Drive unit 10A F4 Battery charging status 5A F5 Horn Side broom left Option 7 5A F6 Horn Side broom Option 2A F7 Filter control Control unit Shaking motor Option 5A F8 Dust fan 30A Option F9 F10 Floodlight Rear light 10A Option F11 Floodlight Warning light 11A Option F12 Parking and rear light left 5A Option F13 Parking and rear light right 5A Option F14 Warning light 10A Option F15 Braking light 7 5A Option F16 Shaking motor 35A F17 F18 Sweeper roller motor 63A F19 Fan lifted up disposal motor 63A Fig 24 57 58 Maintenance and Care K1 Main protection Drive K2 Control circuit K3 Sweeper roller motor K4 Suction fan motor Lifted up disposal K5 K6 K7On delay Filter control K8 Shaking motor K9 Electric lighting Option K10 Flashing light relay Option Battery plug Fig 24 A Fig 25 Maintenance and Care 5 9 Special Equipment and Spare Parts Design
5. and parking 16 After work 16 Transport rides and Towing 17 3 1 3 1 1 3 1 2 fu ire 3 1 4 3 1 5 3 1 6 3 1 7 3 1 8 3 2 3 2 1 3 2 2 5 5 1 9 2 9 3 5 4 5 4 1 5 4 2 Operation 18 Working Procedure 18 Sweeper Roller 19 Side Broom 19 steering 0 19 Filter System Dust Evacuation 20 Shaking System 20 Brake 515 ak Fog oe woh db ek a 21 Travel Drive Assembly 21 Hydraulic System 21 Operating Elements 22 Control Panel Apex 62 B 24 Emtying of the Dirt Hopper 28 Technical Data 30 Maintenance and Care 34 PowerBoss system Maintenance 34 Maintenance document 35 Maintenance Schedule 36 Battery System 41 Low Discharge Signal Sender 42 Battery Charging Status 9 4 3 5 4 4 5 4 5 5 4 6 5 5 5 5 1 9 9 2 9 9 3 5 5 4 5 5 5 5 5 6 5 6 5 6 1 5 6 2 5 6 3 5 6 4 Sf 5 8 9 9 Indicator 43 Hourmeter 43 Setting Other Battery Types 43 Plug Connection Coding 44 Batterie einsetzen 46 Sweeper Unit 48 Mount Dismount Sweeper Roller 48 Adjust Sweeping Track 49 Sealing Strips for Broom Compartment 50 Replace Side Broom 50 Dismount Plate Filter 51 Basic Cleaning of Plate Filter 52 Hydraulic System 99 Check Hydrauli
6. application fitting of a se Lighting flashes ON OFF cond side broom at the left side is pos For safety reason by activated sible oy machine and by leaving the dri Switch actuate side broom lo ving seat is resounding a wering and turning on warning signal Switch not actuate side broom lif ting and is laying up Indicator lever Option Fig 9 10 Indicate changing of direction Lever down to left Lever up to right Rotating beacon Option Fig 9 13 a AD To switch the rotating beacon ON OFF ae Lighting Option Fig 9 11 To switch the driving headlight ON OFF 2 3 2 2 Emptying of the Hopper Proceed to emptying of the hopper as follows Lift and switch off side broom and sweeper roller Proceed to shaking of the filter sy stem Lift hopper as follows Pull lever for hopper Fig 10 1 upwards and simultaneously pull the lever for sweeper roller and release for lifted up disposal Fig 10 2 in ar row direction Bring hopper for disposal in sui table height position Back the Apex 62 B until the hopper is positioned above the container Pull lever for hopper Fig 10 1 in arrow direction hopper is swinging in emtying position Forward the Apex 62 B after complete emptying A N Caution by driving away if dirt hopper is towering in the con 28 tainer Hazard of damaging Fig 10 Lower hopper as follows Pull lever for dirt hopper Fig 1
7. green bars Fig 11 1 As the battery di scharge during operation the lighting green bars extingguish one after another showing thus always the cur rent charge status of battery charge Flashing of the last two green bars Fig 11 3 indicates that operation will be stopped soon In order to preclude low discharge of batteries the sweeping units are switched off and riding speed reduced to 50 if battery is dischrage The red LED Fig 11 4 than flashes 5 4 3 Hourmeter The operating hours of the machine ap pear in the display Fig 11 2 the hour meter will count only during working or transport ride only full hours are dis played 5 4 4 Setting Other Battery Types Have the low discharge signal sender set to other battery ty pes by qualified personnel only and in approved qualified workstations only 43 44 Maintenance and Care 5 4 5 Plug Connection Coding The battery plugs of the machine the battery and the stationary charger unit have to be coded according to the bat tery type and the nominal voltage with coloured pins The charger unit s plugs are will be co ded in the factory according to the cha racteristics curve and changing the characteristic curve according to the battery type always requires modifica tion of the plug coding Plug case of charger unit grey for wet batteries green for maintenance free Gel batteries Machine plug case yellow for both battery types Ba
8. machine you should contact the dealer from whom it was purchased This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you Ninety days One year One year Ninety days One year One year hrough manufacturer Ninety days Two years hree years LA Battery scrubbers Ninety days Two years hree years 2000 hrs N A IC sweeper scrubbers Ninety days Six months wo years 2000 hrs wo years 3000 hrs Ninety days Six months Four years 3000 hrs Five years 3000 hrs Apex series sweepers Ninety days One year One year 1000 hrs One year 1000 hrs Ninety days Six months wo years 2000 hrs wo years 2000 hours Tank Bladders Eight years no additional labor Polypropylene Plastic Tanks Ten years no additional labor Batteries 0 3 months full replacement 4 12 prorated credit Chargers One year replacement Replacement Parts Ninety days Two hour cap Extended Warranties Available All above labor and travel reimbursed at 65 of the published shop rate T PowerBoss The Power of Clean E The Power of Clean PowerBoss Inc 175 Anderson Street P O Box 1227 Aberdeen North Carolina 28315 Phone 800 982 7141 Fax 1 800 277 7141 Local 910 944 2105 Fax 910 944 7409 e mail techsup
9. of the machine fully charge the bat tery with an initial charging pro cedure and comply with the operating instructions of the charger as well as with those of the battery manufacturer PowerBoss cannot be held lia ble for damages resulting from the fact that the initial charging has not or insufficiently been done 2 3 Before Taking into Operation Proceed to the following inspections be fore taking the machine into operation 1 Check parking site for signs of leaka ge Hoses lines and tanks must be free from any leakage or damage 2 Open seat hood 3 Check charge of battery and charge if required 4 Close seat hood 2 4 Start Machine Before starting the machine subse quently actuate the following control elements 1 Set all operating levers and switches to neutral 2 Secure the vehicle by engaging the parking brake 3 Turn key switch and start machine After the machine has switched on the charge control display TSG is lighting up by full charging battery Do not use the Apex 62 B at ambient temperatures of more os Before starting the machine you are advised to read and comply with the Provisions of Operating from Safety Infor mation chapter than 40 C Do not switch on the machine at temperatures of 0 C or less Its not possible to switch on the machine when the accelerator pedal is linked 15 16 First Operation 2 5 Operation Proceed to the following to set the ma
10. of third persons especially children The machine is not designed for col lecting hazardous inflammable or explosive dusts or substances This machine must not be used as dust evacuating machine with dust filter insert Separator to collect dusts which are hazardous to health Usage of the machine in explosive areas is prohibited Pull the key switch to avoid unautho rized use of the machine Before commencing work the ope rator has to make sure that the ma chine and its accessories are in pro per and safe condition Machines with known defects must not be used Before operation of the machine ad just driver s seat such that complete visibility of the riding track and the rear working area is given For safety reasons the driver s seat is equipped with a seat contact switch Function of this contact switch must not be bypassed The seat contact switch will control led electronocally Any manipulation Safety information to result in automatically blocking of the machine Disengage all drive systems before switch on the machine The machine may be started run and stopped by a person seated on ly Never let the machine run in indoor areas Intoxication hazard Provide for sufficient ventilation when sweeping indoors dust and combustion gas Intoxication hazard Always adapt the driving speed to the ambient conditions and the loa ding state Compared to four wheeled vehicles driving stability o
11. roller lever and release of lifted up disposal function Side broom lever or rather for side broom and sweeper roller Suction fan shaking system knob Control lamp shaking system Control lamp direction indicator Option Hourmeter Charge control display TSG Control lamp parking brake Horn Key switch 10 Indicator lever Option 11 Lighting Option 12 Warning light Option 13 Rotating beacon Option 14 Side broom left Option Fig 9 N Side broom lever Fig 9 2 To lift and lower the side broom or lower and turn on the side broom and Sweeper roller lever and lifted up disposal Fig 9 1 Two Hand Operation For lifting lowering swinging to switch on and off the sweeper roller and to re lease of lifted up disposal Sweeper roller lowering and switch on push lever Sweeper roller lifting and switch off pull in middle position Release of lifted up disposal function pull lever see chapter Emtying of the Dirt Hop per Lower side broom push lever Lift side broom pull lever Lifting and turn offthe sweeper roller if the lever for the right side broom is in lifting position sweeper roller in one process Fig 9 1 Suction fan shaking system Fig 9 3 Knob position from bottom to top 0 Activated vacuuming function 1 Deactivated vacuuming function 2 Shaking system ON pull Knob to stop and then release If the yellow control lamp Fig 9
12. 0 1 down and simultaneously pull the le ver for sweeper roller and release for lifted up disposal Fig 10 2 in arrow direction The hopper is swinging automa tically in starting position by lo wering Hopper is again in working posi tion The operation of lifted up dis IS posal function is blocked as gt gt long as sweeping function is Do not switch on sweeper rol ler when hopper lifting out Riding with the lifted hop per reduces stability of the ma chine significanty For this rea son do not lift the hopper but just before emtying Before lifting the hopper the operator has to make sure that no persons or objects are behind or next to the machine gt gt BB Stop the machine on level ground before lifting the hopper When the hopper is lifted the operator has to ride the machine slowly Keep clear of the hazard zone Pinching and shearing hazard Provide for required safe di stance before lifting or lowering the hopper The hopper is approved only for max filling of 130 litres but not more than a weight of 220 kg Do not move the machine du ring the lifting procedure Clean the hopper in regular intervals 29 30 Technical Data 4 Technical Data Dimensions and weights Length with side broom Width without side broom Width with 1 side broom Width with 2 side brooms Height above driver s seat Dead weight Admissible total weight Driving and sweeping
13. 5 lights actuate the shaking system posi tion 2 In this position the shaking system is operable and proceeds to jolting in 7 re peated intervals 25 26 Operation After jolting the knob is to be kept in position 1 for about 25 seconds Control lamp shaking system Fig 9 4 Proceed to jolting of the filter system upon lighting of this control lamp by ac tuating the knob Fig 9 4 in position 2 The control lamp flashes du ring the shaking procedure and extinguishes after filter has been cleaned Jolting is effectuated in 7 inter vals 99 Control lamp direction indicator Option Fig 9 5 Indicate if using the indicator lever the direction Hourmeter Charge control display TSG Fig 9 6 Indicates the operating hours The counter works only if the driver is sea ted and the machine is running Charge control display see chapter 5 4 Battery System Control lamp parking brake Fig 9 7 Lights upon actuation of the parking brake Extinguishes upon release of the parking btake gt Horn Fig 9 8 An acoustic signal sounds upon actua tion of this button Operation lt P gt Key switch Fig 9 9 Warning light Option To switch on and off the machine andto Fig 9 12 Side broom left Option secure it against unauthorised use Use this switch by a technocal defect if Fig 9 14 is impossible to move the machine For special
14. 740 Proper use The Apex 62 B sweeper has been ex clusively designed for collecting dry and moist matter from floor surfaces in e g factories storage buildings parking grounds and pedestrian areas Using the machine beyond this scope of appli cation will be deemed improper use The manufacturer cannot be held liable for consequential damages the user alone bears the risk The Apex 62 B is not suitable for collecting toxic combu stible or other matters which are hazar dous to health The term of proper use also includes operation maintenance and repair work to be performed in com pliance with the manufacturer s specifi cations The Apex 62 B may be used by persons only that are familiar with the machine and aware of possible hazards involved The applicable Accident Pre vention Regulations and further regula tions in vigour concerning aspects of safety and working medicine will have to be complied with If modifications to the machine are made in absence of the manufacturer s prior consent the latter cannot be held liable for damage resulting from such unauthorized modi fication Introduction Notes on warranty The terms of the sales contract apply Damages are not subject to warranty if they are due to non compliance with the maintenance and service provisions The maintenance work has to be perfor med by an authorized PowerBoss ser vice center and confirmed in the Maintenance certificate which is the warra
15. Labels at the Machine Key switch Fig 1 4 High pressure cleaner The following safety and information la Steam cleaner Fig 1 8 bels are legibly attached to the vehicle 9 D Replace missing or illegible labels im 1 mediately PowerBoss nameplate front Fig 1 1 and rear Fig 2 1 Brake Fig 1 5 ower BOSS LOP Lifted up disposal function Fig 1 9 Vehicle identification number Fig 1 2 _ jun Parking brake Fig 1 6 4 Folding apron Fig 1 7 Io Instruction manual Fig 1 3 11 12 Safety information Sound power Rise Fig 1 10 m n l Lowa dB Adjust sweeping track side broom Fig 1 11 Maximum speed Fig 1 12 and Fig 2 7 option Pinching hazard both sides Fig 2 2 Hydraulic fluid Fig 2 5 Type name Fig 2 6 Sweeper roller wearing take up Fig 2 3 Te Apex 62 B Rotating parts Fig 2 4 Safety information 13 14 Fig 2 Safety information First Operation 2 First Operation 2 1 Instruction Instruction is required before first ope ration First instruction into handling of the machine must be held by a qualified person sent by your local PowerBoss contract dealer Your PowerBoss dea ler will be informed by the manufacturer upon delivery of the vehicle and will contact you to make a date for instruc tion 2 2 Initial charging procedure Before first operation
16. Never place metal objects or tools on batteries short circuit hazard Provide for sufficient ventilation of areas where batteries are charged Explosion hazard Open seat hood by loading the batte ries 10 Safety information 1 6 Information for Protection of Environment For safe use of substances inheriting a danger to health and environment specific knowledge is required During maintenance and repair all ope rating media have to be collec ted In adequate receptacles Provide for disposal in compliance with the legal provisions according to the Wa ste Disposal Act and the Used Oil Act Do not let leaking oil lubricants or other substance penetrate the soil Danger of ground water soiling Wipe away spilled fluids and provide for disposal according to the regula tions Depending on the filtered sub stances used filter inserts are consi dered special waste in most cases and have to be disposed of accordin gly Batteries contain highly caustic sulp huric acid Batteries have to be handled with utmost caution Old batteries are considered special wa ste and have to be disposed of ac cordingly Used batteries labelled as recyclable contain reusable economic goods According to the crossed dustbin la bel these batteries must not be ad ded to the normal waste Provide for agreement with the PowerBoss con tract dealer on return and disposal according to 8 BattV Safety information 1 7
17. OJO ANa O OJO t 47 Maintenance and Care 5 5 Sweeper Unit 5 5 1 Mount Dismount Sweeper Roller The sweeper roller is accessible from the left side of the machine and is to be dismounted as follows e Lower sweeper roller e Pull key switch and protect by enga ging parking brake e Open locks Fig 15 1 by enclosed Square spanner turn counter clock wise e Remove cover Fig 15 2 e Loosen star shaped knob Fig 15 3 and remove e Remove sweeper roller seating Fig 15 4 e Turn handle Fig 15 5 upwards and unlock e Remove plate with sealing strip Fig 15 6 e Remove sweeper roller Fig 15 7 by pulling For mounting the sweeper roller pro ceed in inverse order Fig 15 Maintenance and Care 5 5 2 Adjust Sweeping Track An adjustment device allows adaption to different sweeping conditions The sweeper roller has to be adjusted for normal use and with regard to a low de gree of wearing as described in the fol lowing Check the sweeper adjustment on level ground as follows Before checking Mark level surface for checking sweeper adjustment by chalk 1000 x 300 mm Drive sweeping roller over un derline floorspace Check inflation pressure of ty res 6bar Air tyres only e Secure machine by engaging par king brake e Lower sweeper roller and let it run dry e Lift sweeper roller and forward the Apex 62 B a bit With the correct sweeper adjustment the pral
18. PowerBoss The Power of Clean PowerBoss Inc A Member of The Hako Group 01 09 08 Introduction Preface Dear customer It is our desire that the good characteristics of the Apex 62 B should justify the confidence you de monstrated by making this purchase Prior to the first drive carefully read the chapter Safety Information as well in order to ensure you a safe working with the machine Your own safety as well as the safety of others depends to a great extent on how the vehicle is moved and operated Therefore carefully read and under stand this operation and maintenance manual prior to the first drive The manual provides valuable informa tion about operation service and maintenance The warning symbols as used in this manual identifies items re levant to safety Please observe the safety provisions see chapter Safety Information Your authorised PowerBoss dealer will be pleased to answer further questions regarding the vehicle or the operation and maintenance manual Please be advised explicitly that we cannot accept any legal issues out of the contents of this manual If repair work has to be performed make sure that only genuine spare parts are used only genuine spare parts may guarantee a dependable machine We reserve the right for technical im provement Valid as of July 2007 PowerBoss Inc 175 Anderson Street Aberdeen NC 28315 U S A Telephone 910 944 2105 Fax 910 944
19. ation Description Order no High Performance Filter Superfine filter with special coating for dust free sweeoing in pro see spare part blematic areas cataloque Comfort seat Seat features adjustable cushioning 7093 Solid rubber tyres Set of punture safe SE Superelastic tyres 4 00 4 6334 2 rear wheels on rim Solid rubber tyres Set of punture safe SE Superelastic tyres 4 00 4 6335 leaving no traces 2 rear wheels on rim Lighting system Front light according to german StVZO 6341 Lighting system according to german StVZO 24V 6310 Technical Control Board according to german TUV 9022 Certificate Sweeper roller Polyester bristling 6318 Sweeper roller Polyamid bristling 6312 59 Maintenance and Care Side broom PES bristling PA 2 6423 Side broom PES bristling PA 1 5 6414 PowerBoss Made Simple Limited Warranty PowerBoss Inc warrants to the original purchaser user that this product is free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use PowerBoss will at its option repair or replace without charge parts that fail under normal use and service when operated and maintained in accordance with the applicable operation and instruction manuals All warranty claims must be submitted through and approved by factory authorized repair stations This warranty does not apply to normal wear or to items whose life is dependent on their use and care such as belts cords switches hoses rubber parts electrical
20. c Fluid Level 53 Refill Hydraulic Fluid 54 Change Hydraulic Filter 54 Change Hydraulic Fluid 55 V Belt Drive Apex 62 B 56 Electric System Apex 62 B of Special Equipment and Spare Parts 59 Safety information 1 Safety information 1 1 Safety and Warning Symbols All paragraphs in this manual referring to your personal safety the safety of your machine and the environment pro tection are attributed one of the follo wing warning symbols Symbol _ Hazardous for Description S Safety Provisions persons and goods Safety Provisions in dangerous situation caused by misuse inaccurate adherence of instructions or pres cribed 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 Safety information 1 2 General Provisions Apart from the provisions contained in this instruction manual the gene ral safety provisions and the acci dent prevention regulations as imposed by law have to be complied with Before taking your machine into ope ration carefully read the instruction manual and comply with all points mentioned there during work Persons being trained by qualified PowerBoss technicians only are au thorised to operate service and re pair
21. c fluid filter and refill fluid a 0 Maintenance and Care PowerBoss System Maintenance Il The following maintenance works are to be performeded by authorized Power Boss Service Centre Discription of task Check brush apron and adjust if required or change 0 39 40 Maintenance and Care PowerBoss System Maintenance III The following maintenance works are to be performeded by authorized Power Boss Service Centre Discription of task every 250 hours of operation Perform maintenance works according to PowerBoss System Maintenance Check tension of steering chain and adusttension required Checkeadofwheels SO ChengepiteMer SSCS Check lifted up disposal function 2 hand operation 0 Check hydraulic hoses and replace if required 0 Check function of seat contact switch Check cables and plugged connections for damages and tight fit Check carbon brushes of the electric motor for free movement and wearing cleanse of motor from coal dust and change carbon brushes if required PowerBoss Service Centre Maintenance and Care PowerBoss System Maintenance S Safety check The following maintenance works are to be performeded by authorized Power Boss Service Centre at least once ye arly Discription of task every 500 hours of operation Perform maintenance works according to PowerBoss System Maintenance II and III Change hydraulic fluid and filter Check braking system Safety check Check stee
22. e contact your local PowerBoss service centre Observe the maintenance activities and intervals set out in the instruc tion manual Maintenance and repair work may be carried out only by means of ap propriate tools Have the machine checked for safe condition in the sense of the Acci dent Prevention Regulation by an expert at regular intervals recom mendation at least once yearly as well as after modifications or repair Spare parts have to equal the techni cal requirements as specified by the manufacturer Genuine spare parts guarantee compliance with these re quirements Use of other than the sweeper rollers and side brooms approved by the manufacturer is not admitted see technical data since use of other sweeper rollers and side brooms may affect your safety Use of other than the oilfilters appro ved by the manufacturer is not ad mitted see technical data since use of other air and oilfilters may affect your safety Stop machine before proceeding to inspection and maintenance work Pull the key Proceed to cleaning of the dirt hop per in regular intervals to preclude formation of bacterial deposits The machine is splash proof IPX3 Cleaning the machine by means of high pressure cleaning equipment or by vapour jet is prohibited Turn off the machine before trans porting them After having jacked the Apex 62 B by means of a car lifter additionally support the machine adequately No person is allo
23. e wheels and by straps on the tie down points front Fig 3 1 and rear both sides Fig 3 2 For safety reason by activated machine and by leaving the dri ving seat is resounding a warning signal Towing Lift up the front wheel when towing the machine Fig 3 17 18 3 Operation 3 1 Working Procedure General The Apex 62 B sweeper has been exlu sively designed for collecting dry and moist matter from floor surfaces in e g factories storage buildings parking grounds and pedestrian areas Functional Description The side broom Fig 4 1 is used to col lect dirt at corners and borders and to enlarge the working width as well as to increase the area performance on large surfaces The sweeper roller Fig 4 2 casts the dirt overhead into the dirt hopper Fig 4 3 The collected fine dust is evacua ted by the suction fan and separated by a filter system Fig 4 4 The air retur ned into the environment is clean Dirt disposal at the Apex 62 B is reali zed via lift up disposal lift up hight gt 1420mm directly into standard waste container Fig 4 3 1 1 Sweeper Roller The sweeper roller Fig 4 2 is equip ped with 12 rows of bristles arranged in v shape The sweeper roller width amounts to 800 mm and its diameter to 430 mm The operator lifts and lowers is by hand lever Fig 5 1 3 1 2 Side Broom The standard version the side broom Fig 5 2 is located at the front
24. f three wheeled ve hicles is reduced therefor Abrupt steering manoeuvres at high er speed or negotiating curves at high speed may cause tipping of the articulated vehicle Do not turn at slopes but on level ground only Ride up and downhill straight Avoid taking sudden curves when ri ding up or downhill or across to the slope In slope there is tilting danger The machine may be used only for operation on areas with a maximum inclination of up to 16 Do not exceed the admissible total weight and the admissible axle load limits Check the dirt hopper filling le vel frequently Before lifting or lowering the dirt hop per make sure that no persons ani mals or other obstacle are in the area of operation Pinching and shearing hazard Provide for required safe distance before lifting or lowering the dirt hop per It s only allowed to lift up the dirt hop per in immediately nearness of the container Emtying the dirt hopper on level and solid ground Do not sweeping when the dirt hop per is lifted By emtying the dirt hopper pay atten tion to bystanders Proceed to filter shaking only if the dirt hopper is in closed position Pay attention to hot parts for examp le cooling water tubes of the exhau st etc Safety information 1 4 Maintenance instructions The daily and weekly maintenance and repair task must be performed by a qualified operator For any maintenance and repair work beyond pleas
25. ging Watch for direction of the air on the plate filter Check for correct fit of the plate filter in the machine frame Fig 18 Maintenance and Care 5 5 6 Basic Cleaning of Plate Filter Hold the plate filter Fig 19 1 in vertical position and drop it drom a height aof approx 1m to the even floor as repre sented in Fig 19 The soiled side of the plate fil ter points to the bottom Soiled side I i i i i i i i Clearance approx 1m i SS a a o 4 Fig 19 Maintenance and Care 5 6 Hydraulic System The hydraulic units are aoi and mainte nance free The hydraulic oil and filter concerned my maintenance work only Premature failure can be prevented by regular inspection and periodical maintenance according to maintenance schedule We recommend having all other works at the hydraulic sy stem done by a authorized PowerBoss service workshop 5 6 1 Check Hydraulic Fluid Level e Turn machine off and pull key switch e Secure machine by engaging par king brake e Open quick release locks Fig 20 1 and remove cover Fig 20 2 e Clean the area of the dipstick Fig 20 3 e Pull dipstick Fig 20 3 e Wipe dipstick by means of cloth e Putin dipstick until stop Fig 20 53 54 Maintenance and Care Pull dipstick Fig 20 3 and check the hydraulic fluid level refill if requi red 5 6 2 Refill Hydraulic Fluid Unscrew cap with dipstick
26. l ding apron cannot be adjusted Being dragged it has contact with the floor 5 5 4 Replace Side Broom The side broom is located at the front right of the machine standard version Use the lever chapter 3 2 1 Fig 10 2 to lift and lower the side broom The swinging area of the side broom is limited by stop screws The side broom is driven by hydraulic engine Fitting of a second side broom left side for specific appliances is possible Proceed as follows for dismounting of the side broom e Turn machine off and pull key switch e Secure machine by engaging par king brake e Side broom lifted e Loosen hexagonal nut Fig 17 1 be low the side broom e Remove side broom Proceed in inverse order for mounting of the side broom Fig 17 Check for correct mounting Maintenance and Care 5 5 5 Dismount Plate Filter Proceed as follows for dismounting of the plate filter e Turn machine off and pull key switch e Secure machine by engaging par king brake e Open quick release locks Fig 18 1 and remove cover Fig 18 2 e Remove cover Fig 18 3 of the filter installation e Loosen wing screws four peaces Fig 18 4 and remove e Fold back frame Fig 18 5 and hook frame Fig 18 5 at indicated positi on by rubber fastening Fig 18 6 e Remove plate filter Fig 18 7 For mounting of plate filter proceed in inverse order Clean filter area Check plate filter of dama
27. lel sweeping marks have to be appear on the floor sweeping track The sweeping track width is to be 70 mm with the Apex 62 B The sweeping track width can be adju sted at the star shaped knob Fig 16 1 as follows Stop machine and pull key switch Engage parking brake Open seat hood Turn star shaped knob Fig 16 1 to the left wider sweeping tack to the right smaller sweeping track Sweeper adjustment sticker Fig 16 2 Fig 16 ELI Check sweeping track With one full turn of the knob the track widens or broadens by approx 10mm When exeeding the sweeping tack width the sweeper roller wearing increases as well as the load of the drive 49 50 Maintenance and Care 5 5 3 Sealing Strips for Broom Compartment In order to assure good function of the sweeper a perfect condition of the sealing strips is required especially in order to attain the prescribed low pres sure in the broom compartment a clean sweeping result and the less possible wear of the sealing strips Check the sealing strips of the broom compartment for wearing and damages in regular intervals Replace defective sealing strips The ground clearance of the lateral and rear sealing strips is adjustable oblong holes in the sealing strips Ground clearance sides approx 1mm rear approx 4mm Proceed to adjustment with an inflation pressure of the pneumatic tyres of 6 bar Height of the front sealing strip fo
28. motor components or adjustments Parts not manufactured by are covered by and subject to the warranties and or guarantees of their manufacturers Please contact PowerBoss for procedures in warranty claims against these manufacturers Special warning to purchaser Use of replacement filters and or prefilters not manufactured by PowerBoss or its designated licensees will void all warranties expressed or implied A potential health hazard exists without original equipment replacement All warranted items become the sole property of PowerBoss or its original manufacturer whichever the case may be PowerBoss disclaims any implied warranty including the warranty of merchantability and the warranty of fitness for a particular purpose PowerBoss assumes no responsibility for any special incidental orconsequential damages This limited warranty is applicable only in the U S A and Canada and is extended only to the original user purchaser of this product Customers outside the U S A and Canada should contact their local distributor for export warranty policies PowerBoss is not responsible for costs or repairs performed by persons other than those specifically authorized by PowerBoss This warranty does not apply to damage from transportation alterations by unauthorized persons misuse or abuse of the equipment use of non compatible chemicals or damage to property or loss of income due to malfunctions of the product If a difficulty develops with this
29. nty document The following is excluded from warranty fuses natural wear damages caused by overload inexpert handling and unauthorized modification of the machine Moreover any claim for war ranty cannot be accepted if damages of the machine are caused by fitting parts or accessories without PowerBoss s prior and explicit consent or by non compliance with the maintenance in structions Acceptance of the machine Upon arrival check machine for possi ble damages in transit For refund of such damage have the Deutsche Bahn AG or your freight forwarder confirm such damage Mail notification and waybill to PowerBoss Inc 175 Anderson Street Aberdeen NC 28315 U S A Telephone 910 944 2105 Fax 910 944 740 techsupport powerboss com Table of Content 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 1 2 8 Introduction 2 Praha cae nasa owe es 2 Proper use 2 Notes of warranty 3 Acceptance of the machine 3 Safety information 5 Safety and Warning Symbols 5 General Provisions 6 Provisions for Operation 6 Maintenance instructions 8 Specific Hazards 9 Information for Protection of En vironment 10 Labels at the Machine 11 First Operation 15 Instruction 15 Initial charging procedure 15 Before Taking into Operation 15 Start Machine 15 Operation 16 Machine stopping
30. of all safety re levant inspections according to UVV BGV TUV VDE as prescribed by law Maintenance and Care 5 2 Handing over Upgrade Test drive Handing over to the customer Instruction carried out on at operatin hours PowerBoss System Maintenance Il 375 operating hours Workshop stamp carried out on at operatin hours PowerBoss System Maintenance Il 875 operating hours Workshop stamp carried out on at operatin hours Maintenance document PowerBoss System Maintenance 50 operating hours Workshop stamp carried out on at operatin hours PowerBoss System Maintenance III S 500 operating hours Workshop stamp carried out on at operatin hours PowerBoss System Maintenance III S 1000 operating hours Workshop stamp carried out on at operatin hours PowerBoss System Maintenance II 125 operating hours Workshop stamp carried out on at operatin hours PowerBoss System Maintenance II 625 operating hours Workshop stamp carried out on at operatin hours PowerBoss System Maintenance II 1125 operating hours Workshop stamp carried out on at operatin hours PowerBoss System Maintenance III 250 operating hours Workshop stamp carried out on at operatin hours PowerBoss System Maintenance III 750 operating hours Workshop stamp carried out on at operatin hours PowerBoss System Maintenance III 1250 operating hour
31. ong service life and opera bility of the machine The PowerBoss System Maintenance is structured in separate modules and determines specific technical works to be executed as well as the intervals for such maintenance works For any spe cific maintenance type the replacement parts are determined and listed in spare part kits PowerBoss System Maintenance K To be performed by the customer in ac cordance to the maintenance and care instructions contained in the operating instructions daily or weekly The driver operator will be instructed upon delivery of the machine PowerBoss System Maintenance after 50 hours of operation einmalig To be performed by qualified personnel of authorised PowerBoss Service Cent re PowerBoss System Maintenance II every 125 hours of operation To be performed by qualified personnel of authorised PowerBoss Service Cent re in accordance with the machine spe cific system maintenance including spare part kit PowerBoss System Maintenance III every 250 hours of operation To be performed by qualified personnel of authorised PowerBoss Service Cent re in accordance with the machine spe cific system maintenance including Spare part kit PowerBoss System Maintenance S every 500 hours of operation safety check To be performed by qualified personnel of authorised PowerBoss Service Cent re in accordance with the machine spe cific system maintenance including spare part kit Execution
32. performance Forward speed Reverse speed Sweeping speed up to 4 km h recommended Sweeping track w o with 1 side broom Sweeping track with 2 side brooms Theoretical sweep perf with 1 or 2 side brooms Theoretical sweep perf without side broom Gradability max 1 min 0 8 0 4 8 0 800 1150 1470 9200 11700 6800 16 Technical Data Filter system Filtering surface Plate filter Sweeper roller Length diameter Wearing limit Speed Sweeping track Quantity of bristle rows Serial bristling Ground clearance of sealing Sealing strips left right rear Sealing strip front Side brooms Diameter Speed Serial bristling m 5 0 peaces 1 mm 800 430 mm 350 1 min 500 20 mm 50 10 12 v shaped PES mm 1 1 4 lying on the bottom mm 600 1 min 85 4 PES 31 32 Technical Data Debris hopper Hopper capacity Drive wheels wheel front solid rubber tires Solid rubber tires rear Hydraulic system Travel drive assembly Haydraulic fluid e g Mobiloil Hydraulic tank capacity Fluid filter cartridge Electric system Supply voltage Drive recirculated capacity Drive of sweeper roller recirculated capacity Drive of side broom recirculated capacity Drive of exhaust fan recirculated capacity Degree of protection against infiltration of water litre litre order no V KW KW KW KW 130 Wheel bandage D 300 B 100 4 00 8 DTE 15 M or an e
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34. quivalent oil 13 01133510 24 1 875 1 25 1 25 1 25 IPX3 Technical Data Noise emission The sound pressure level LpA measured according to DIN IEC 60335 2 72 and under standard operating conditions at the ope rator s ear amounts to The sound power level LWA measured according to DIN IEC 60335 2 72 under standard operating conditions and maximum volume flow amounts to 33 34 Maintenance and Care 5 Maintenance and Care General Compliance with the recommended maintenance works will give you the certitude of always having a reliable machine at disposition Daily or weekly maintenance and repair works may be executed by the driver operator having been trained accordin gly Further PowerBoss system mainte nance works have to be executed by qualified personnel only Please contact your local PowerBoss Service Centre or PowerBoss contract dealer We cannot be held liable for damages resulting from non compliance with these in structions Please indicate the machine s serial number with any enquiry or spare part order see paragraph 1 7 Nameplate Before proceeding to mainte nance and care work you are advised to read and comply with the Safety Information chapter 5 1 PowerBoss System Maintenance ve PowerBoss System Maintenance guarantees reliable operability of the PowerBoss machines preventive maintenance minimizes operating costs repair costs and maintenance costs ensures l
35. regulation of riding speed at the same time If the driver releases the pedal it returns to initial position and the machine slows down to standstill Drive pedal reverse Fig 8 4 To change direction to reverse ride with contineous regulation of riding speed at the same time If the driver releases the pedal it returns to initial position and the machine slows down to standstill Control panel Fig 8 6 Refer to chapter Control Panel Seat adjustment Fig 8 7 To adjust the seat position to drivers of different height Adjust the seat so as to allow the driver being comfortably sea ted and attaining all elements required for operation Adjust seat lengthwise push lever slightly to the right and displace seat forwards or back wards to the required position Then let the lever catch again Lever for dirt hopper Fig 8 8 lifting lowering swinging Lever for lifting lowering swinging the dirt hopper For lifting and lowering pull simultane ously lever for release of lifted up dispo sal function Fig 9 1 Swinging follows without operating of the lever Fig 9 1 Simultaneously actuate lever for re lease of lifted up disposal function le ver for sweeper roller see chapter Control Panel he serves releasing the dirt hopper for lifting and lowering Swinging of the dirt hopper without le ver for release for lifted up disposal function 23 24 3 2 1 Control Panel 9 Apex 62 B Sweeper
36. removal and change of the bat tery All liquids escaping under high pres sure such as e g hydraulic liquid may penetrate the skin and cause heavy injuries Contact a doctor im mediately in order to avoid infec tions Take all precautions before draining boiling oil burning hazard Inspect the braking system at regular intervals PowerBoss workshops or approved brake service centres only are authorized to proceed to adjust ment or repair work of the brake sy stem Inspect the hydraulic system at regu lar intervals PowerBoss workshops only are authorized to proceed to ad justment or repair work of the hy draulic system Check hydraulic hoses and lines for leakage or damages in regular inter vals Replace defective hoses and li nes immediately 1 5 Specific Hazards Safety equipment Do not operate the Apex 62 B wit hout safety equipment being instal led all cover parts of the machine Elektric system Only use genuine fuses with prescri bed connecting load In case of malfunction of the electric system immediately shutdown ma chine and remedy Qualified personnel only is authori sed to proceed to works at the elec trical equipment and only according to electro technical rules Inspect check the electrical equip ment of the machine at regular inter valls Immediately remedy defects such e g loose connections or scor ched cables Respect the operating instructions of the battery manufacturer
37. right of the machine The operator lifts and lo wers Is by hand lever Fig 5 3 The swinging area of the side broom arm is limited by stops For special application fitting of a se cond side broom at the left side is pos sible 3 1 3 Steering Steerage is effectuated mechanically from steering wheel to front wheel via chain This chain is to be re adjusted as required Fig 5 Any work at the steering has to be executed by authorized PowerBoss service workshop only 19 20 3 1 4 Filter System Dust Evacuation The filter system is located in the filter case Fig 6 1 above the dirt hopper Fig 6 2 The suction fan transports the fine dust raised by the sweeper rol ler to the plate filter Fig 6 3 where it is separated The fine dust sets at the out side of the filter blades In case of heavy dusty sweeping dirt check and clean the plate filter Fig 6 3 at re gular intervals 3 1 5 Shaking System Due to normal working vibration the set dust from the plate filter Fig 6 3 partly falls off into the dirt hopper Fig 6 2 To ensure working in a dustfree ambiance actuate the shaking system regulary or after request by the control lamp Fig 10 5 at the latest Fig 6 3 1 6 Brake The Apex 62 B is equipped with a ser vice brake This brake has been con structed as shoe brake and equally serves as parking brake It is located in the rear wheels and is actuated via ca bles Two
38. ring wheel Safety check Test drive and function test of safety components Check fixing screws brake steering wheel and lifted up disposal and tighten if required Safety check 41 42 Maintenance and Care 5 4 Battery System Apex 62 B Battery System A 6 V 240 Ah GIV block battery maintenance free Cable set for battery connection 24 V 35A charger unit variable Ulola and IUloU characteristic 230V AC Battery System B 24 V 420 Ah tray battery EPzS with Aquamatik 24 V S0A charger unit Variable Ulola and IUloU characteristic 230V AC Oty Order No 1401 6503 4003 7408 4008 A gt Befor commencing any work on the electric system discon nect the battery plug Do not use open flames when handling batteries and especi ally when checking zhe battery acid level Provide for sufficient ventilation in rooms where bat teries are charged Spilled straight battery acid must not get into the sewage system be fore having been neutralised Comply with the regulations imposed by law and observe local prvisions Open the hood before char ging batteries explosive gases may accur during the charging procedure Maintenance and Care 5 4 1 Low Discharge Signal Sender Fig 11 The factory setting is as fol lows tray battery 420 Ah EPzS 5 4 2 Battery Charging Status Indicator Upon turning ON by key switch battery charging status is shown by display of
39. s Workshop stamp carried out on at operatin hours 36 Maintenance and Care 5 3 Maintenance Schedule PowerBoss System Mainten Customer The following maintenance works are to be performeded by the customer Discription of task Check dirt hopper dustbin and empty if required Operate shaking system Test drive and function test Maintenance and Care PowerBoss System Maintenance Customer The following maintenance works are to be performeded by the customer Discription of task Check acid level fill up distilled water if required by end of charge only Dirt hopper Check sealing and replace if required Check sweeper roller for wearing or foreign particles re adjust or replace if required Check electrical system Check side broom for wearing re adjust and replace if required Check folding apron for wearing and damaging re adjust and replace if required Visual check of engine and hydrailic system for oil leakage Clean machine Test drive and function test Check hydraulic fluid level refill if required 0o 37 38 Maintenance and Care PowerBoss System Maintenance I The following maintenance works are to be performeded by authorized Power Boss Service Centre Interval after 50 hours of operation uniquely Check sealings at filter system Visual check of V belts Discription of task Check optical condition of machine Test drive and function test Check hydrauli
40. special adjustment screws Fig 7 2 are located in front of the chassis behind the front cover Fig 7 1 Any work at the braking system AN has to be executed by authori zed PowerBoss service work shop only 3 1 7 Travel Drive Assembly The Apex 62 B are equipped with a electric drive assembly 3 1 8 Hydraulic System The hydraulic system existing of hy draulic valves hydraulic pump with hy draulic fluid tank Fig 7 3 and serves the operation of the lifted up disposal and the suide broom Fig 21 22 3 2 Operating Elements Actuator for folding apron Service brake lock Service brake parking brake pedal Drive pedal reverse Drive pedal forward Control panel Seat adjustment Lever for dirt hopper lifting lowering swinging COND OBRWNDN Fig 8 Actuator for folding apron Fig 8 1 To open and close the folding apron for collecting coarse dirt during sweeping drive Service brake parking brake lock Fig 8 2 To lock the service brake parking bra ke Operate pedal and fix with lock The service brake is working then as par king brake The lock released by pu shing service brake pedal Fig 8 3 Service brake parking brake pedal Fig 8 3 Serves for operating the sevice brake on the rear wheels Simultaneously ac tuate service and parking brake before leaving the machine Drive pedal forward Fig 8 5 To change direction to forward ride with contineous
41. the machine You are advised to thoroughly study the safety instructions since precise knowledge only helps avoiding er rors during operation of the machine and thus guarantee faultless usage of the machine The operating instructions have to be at hand at the place of use of the machine and therefore have to be kept readily available at the machi ne When selling or letting the machine for rent hand out these documents to the new owner operator and have the transfer certified 1 3 The warning and instruction plates attached to the machine contain va luable advice about safe operation Immediately replace incomplete or il legible labels As far as safety standards are con cerned spare have to equal genuine spare parts Keep clear of hazard zone of the Apex 62 B Only use a mobile phone when the machine standing still Passenger transport is not admitted Provisions for Operation Before taking into operation check the machine for operational safety Immediately remedy malfunctions It is indispensable for the operator to get acquainted with all attached im plements and controls as well as with their function before operation begins Once you have started to work no time will be left to do so When working with the machine use firm and skid proof shoes The machine may be used only on such surfaces clearly specified by the owner or his authorised repre sentative When working with the machine take notice
42. ttery socket case grey for wet batteries green for maintenance free Gel batteries y Inscription for Nominal voltage value for plug printed on each side of the hexagon letters upside down nominal voltage for sockets accordingly Remove the coding pin by pressing the ends together by means of pliers Press together for assembly Insert pin such that the nominal voltage inscription is visible through the case window Socket and plug always with the same nominal voltage The following three requirements have to be met 1 Voltage coding is the same for all plugs and socket 2 Coding pin colour in the machine yellow 3 Coding pin colour A Before first operation of the machine the batteries have to be adequately charged by an initial charging procedure Please observe the instruction of the charger unit s operating manual PowerBoss rejects any claim for warranty on battery damges caused by unfulfilled initial charging Maintenance and Care Coding system in plug connectors for wet and dry batteries example for 24 V Plug connector dry battery Plug connector wet battery front side front side front side Charger dry battery Machine Charger wet battery 45 46 Maintenance and Care 5 4 6 Batterie einsetzen e Turn engine off and pull key e Secure machine by engaging the parking brake e Fold back seat hood e Insert batteries into the battery tray from the top
43. wed to be in the jak ked or lifted up Apex 62 B Before changing wheels protect the machine against rolling by placing wedges Proceed to wheel changing when the machine is on level and solid ground Do not remove install or repair a tire on the rim Contact a tire workshop for works at tires and rims Such workshops have qualified personnel as well as special safety tools at dis posal Do not proceed to welding boring sewing or grinding at the vehicle s frame Only PowerBoss workshops are authorized to replace damaged parts Use genuine fuses only Use of high er level fuses may damage the elec tric system Risk of fire When working at the electric system disconnect the the battery plug Do not keep batteries discharged for a longer period always recharge them as soon as possible Top with distilled water only Never refill battery acid in battery cells of perfect condition Keep batteries dry and clean and clear of soiling such e g metallic dust to avoid leakage current Battery acid is highly caustic keep clear of children When checking the battery acid le vel wear safety glasses If acid splashes get into the eyes rinse with clear water for 15 minutes and con tact a doctor immediately Use appropriate protective means Safety information e g protective gloves or finger stalls when handling battery acid Do not use open flames explosion hazard Pinching and shearing hazard by fit ting
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