Windsor QTFSD manual

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    MODEL: TRACER FS QTFSD (Diesel Version) QTFSG (Gas Version) Operating Instructions 98349 11/01/03 M FLOOR SWEEPER Read these instructions before using the machine IPX4[...]

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    MACHINE DATA LOG QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 2 YOUR DEALER Name: __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone Number: ___________________________________________________________________[...]

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    TABLE OF CONTENTS QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3 Machine Data Log. ......................................... 2 Table of Contents ........................................... 3 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL How to use this Manual. ................................. 1-1 SAFETY Important Safety Instructions ......................... 2-1 Hazard Intensity Level. [...]

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    HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 1-1 This manual contains the following sections: - HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL - SAFETY - OPERATIONS - MAINTENANCE - PARTS LIST The HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL section will tell you how to find important information for ordering correct repair parts. Parts may be ordered from authorized Windsor dealers. When[...]

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    QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 2-1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using a gas or diesel powered appliance, basic precaution must always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: This machine is for dry use only and shall not be used or stored outdoo[...]

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    HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 2-2 The following symbols are used throughout this guide as indicated in their descriptions: HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL There are three levels of hazard intensity identified by signal words - WARNING and CAUTION and FOR SAFETY . The level of hazard intensity is determined by the following definitions: [...]

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    SAFETY LABEL LOCATION QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 2-3 NOTE: These drawings indicate the location of safety labels on the Tracer FS . If, at any time, the labels become illegible contact your Windsor representative for prompt replacement.[...]

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    SAFETY LABEL LOCATION QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 2-4 NOTE: These drawings indicate the location of safety labels on the Tracer FS . If, at any time, the labels become illegible contact your Windsor representative for prompt replacement.[...]

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    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS QTFSG/QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-1 ITEM DIMENSION/CAPACITY Power Source: Gas 20hp, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled Diesel 14hp, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled Suspension Floating I-Beam Maximum Speed 10k/hour Sweep Path 1200mm Main Broom 812mm Main Broom Diameter 355mm Side Broom 510mm Hopper Capacity 180 liters Hopper Dump 1520mm Dust Co[...]

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    CONTROLS QTFSG/QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-2 The weighted root mean square acceleration at the operator’s arms was measured to be below 2.5m/ s 2 for the QTFSG and below 3.2m/s 2 for the QTFSD. The weighted root mean square acceleration at the operator’s posterior was measured to be below 0.5m/s 2 for the QTFSG and below 1.3m/s 2 for the QTFSD. This[...]

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    CONTROLS QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-3 A. Directional Control Pedal B. Brake Pedal C. Parking Brake D. Operator Seat E. Rear Cover Latch F. Main Broom Lever G. Side Broom Lever H. Filter Shaker Switch I. Hopper Door Switch J. Hopper Lift Switch K. Hopper Safety Arm L. Engine Temperature Light M. Oil Pressure Light N. Engine Glow Plug Light (Diese[...]

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    CONTROLS QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-4 A - DIRECTIONAL CONTROL PEDAL This pedal controls the direction of travel and the speed of the machine. Slowly pressing the front of the pedal causes the machine to travel forward. Pressing the rear of the pedal causes the vehicle to travel in reverse. The machine speed can be controlled by varying the press[...]

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    CONTROLS QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-5 I – HOPPER DOOR SWITCH The hopper door switch opens and closes the hopper dump door. Pushing the front half of the hopper door switch closes the hopper dump door. Pushing the rear half of the switch opens the hopper dump door. A beeper sounds when the door is in the closed position. Sweeping should not be [...]

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    CONTROLS QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-6 Q – CHOKE (GAS ONLY) By pulling this knob out, the choke is engaged for cold starting. To release choke, push the knob in. R – KEY SWITCH The key switch controls starting and electrical power for most machine functions. To start the machine, turn the key clockwise past the “RUN” position to the crank[...]

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    OPERATIONS QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-7 BEFORE OPERATING THE FS: 1. Complete the machine data sheet on page 2. 2. Read this manual carefully before operating or servicing the machine. Do not operate machine unless Operation manual is read and understood. 3. Carefully read the Owner’s Manual that is supplied for your gas or diesel machine. REFE[...]

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    OPERATIONS QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-8 STOPPING THE MACHINE 1. Remove foot from the directional pedal and apply the brake. 2. Raise and turn off the brooms by pulling the main and side broom levers back to the rear locked position. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Turn the key switch counterclockwise to the off position. Remove the key. STORING THE[...]

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    OPERATIONS QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-9 TO DISENGAGE THE HOPPER SAFETY ARM 1. Raise the hopper. 2. Place the safety arm in its storage position on the inside of the hopper lift arm. 3. Lower the hopper. TOWING OR PUSHING MACHINE Gas and diesel powered machines may be pushed or towed easily by bypassing the transmission. To do this raise the rear[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-1 HYDRAULIC FLUID Hydraulic fluid is used with the hydraulic pump to operate the hopper lift system and the side broom motor. The condition of the hydraulic fluid plays a large part in determining the life of the hydraulic system. The hydraulic fluid used in the Tracer Gas/Diesel powered Floor Sweeper is Ch[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-2 HYDRAULIC FILTER The hydraulic filter keeps the machines hydraulic system clean to a level of 10 microns. The hydraulic fluid filter is located just inside the left rear frame. The filter should be changed every 500 hours. TO REPLACE FILTER ELEMENT: 1. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. 2. Open th[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-3 MAIN BROOM (Refer to the Main Broom Group and Main Broom Lift Group in the Parts section) FOR SAFETY: The main broom and the vacuum impeller automatically begin to operate when the main broom lever is positioned in the forward end of its slot. The main broom spans the width of the machine, and sweeps debr[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-4 CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE MAIN BROOM PATTERN 1. Using chalk, or similar material, coat and area of the floor that is flat and smooth. If a suitable material is not available, run the broom for two minutes during the following test. 2. With the main broom raised, position the machine so that the main broo[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-5 SIDE BROOM (Refer to the Side Broom Group in the Parts section) FOR SAFETY: The side broom automatically begins to operate when the side broom lever is positioned in the forward end of its slot. The side broom is used to clean debris sway from curbs and walls, and sweep it into the path of the main broom.[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-6 TRANSMISSION JACKSHAFT BELT The transmission belt transfers power from the engine to the transmission jackshaft on the gasoline machines and from the engine jackshaft to the transmission jackshaft on the diesel powered machines. TO REPLACE BELT 1. Turn off machine and set parking brake. FOR SAFETY: Before[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-7 TO ALIGN BELT 1. Repeat steps 1-7 8. Loosen tension on impeller drive pulley on end of transmission jackshaft. 9. Slide pulley side to side on shaft to make proper alignment. 10. Retighten setscrews in pulley. 11. Reverse Steps 1 –7. MAIN BROOM BELT (Refer to Main Broom Group in the Parts section) The m[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-8 IMPELLER BELT The impeller belt transfers power from transmission jackshaft to impeller. 1. Turn off machine and set parking brake. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, apply parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. 2. Raise rear cover. 3. Disconnect batteries fro[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-9 DRIVE WHEEL CHAIN (Refer to the Front Wheel Group in the Parts section) The drive wheel chain transfers power from the differential shaft to the drive wheels. Check the chain condition and tension every 200 hours of operation. REPLACING AND ADJUSTING THE DRIVE WHEEL CHAINS 1. Turn off machine and set park[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-10 REPLACING THE LEFT BROOM SKIRT 1. Turn off machine and set parking brake. FOR SAFETY : Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, apply parking brake, turn off machine and remove key. 2. Raise rear cover and disconnect the batteries from the machine. 3. Open the left broom door. NOTE: Th[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-11 HOPPER SEALS The hopper seals prevent dust from exiting around the hopper where it meets the broom chamber. There are two side hopper seals and one upper hopper seal. These seals should be inspected for wear or damage daily. When correctly adjusted, the two hopper side seals should clear the floor by 0 t[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-12 HOPPER DOOR SEALS The hopper door seals prevent debris from spilling out of the hopper before dumping. There are two hopper door side seals, one hopper door lower seal and one hopper door upper seal. The upper seal can only be replaced by removing the hopper door from the hopper. The hopper door seals sh[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-13 To clean the filter after removal, use one of the following methods: 1. TAPPING Tap the filter frame gently on the dirty side of the filter down. Be careful not to dent the filter frame. 2. AIR Blow compressed air through the filter opposite the direction of the arrow on the side of the filter. This may [...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-14 ! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING SPECIFIC GRAVITY BATTERY CONDITION 1.265 100% CHARGED 1.225 75% CHARGED 1.190 50% CHARGED 1.155 25% CHARGED 1.120 DISCHARGED ! WARNING BATTERY The battery provides the power to start the machine. The battery requires regular maintenance to keep them operating at peak efficien[...]

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    HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-15 HYDRAULIC TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Hopper will not lift Loss of power to rocker switch Key switch must be on check circuit breaker Low hydraulic fluid Add hydraulic fluid Hopper overloaded Empty hopper Rocker switch failure Test – replace switch Speed control orifice plugged Clean[...]

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    PROPEL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-16 PROBLEM . CAUSE SOLUTION No propelling Low battery charge Charge battery. Controller overheated Thermal switch tripped. Allow cool down period. Loose or broken wires or motor failure Located, then fix or replace wire(s). Check motor for binding. Check motor for failure. Blown fuse (120A[...]

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    MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-17 PROBLEM . CAUSE SOLUTION Excessive dusting Dust skirts and seals worn, damaged, not adjusted properly Replace or adjust skirts or seals. Dust filter clogged or damaged Shake and clean or replace filter. Vacuum hose damaged Replace vacuum hose. Vacuum fan not operated Belt loose, broken or off[...]

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    MAINTENANCE QTFSG/QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-18 SERVICE SCHEDULE MAINTENANCE DAILY WEEKLY 50HRS Check and add fuel (see Engine’s Owner’s Manual supplied) * Check and add engine oil (see Engine’s Owner’s Manual supplied) * Check for fuel, oil and coolant leakage (see Engine’s Owner’s Manual supplied) * Check radiator for dust and insects (se[...]