Alto Sweeper PS-27 User manual

Form No. 78321B 12/98 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Printed in the U.S.A.
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 ALTO 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 before using it. If your operator(s) cannot
read English, have this manual explained fully before attempting to operate this machine.
Si Ud. o sus operadores no pueden leer el Inglés, se hagan explicar este manual completamente antes
de tratar el manejo o servicio de esta máquina.
All directions given in this book are as seen from the operator’s position at the rear of the machine.
For new books write to: ALTO U.S. Inc., 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764.
Operator's
Manual
PS-27
Sweeper
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Table of Contents
OperatorSafetyInstructions .................................................................................. 1
Introduction & Machine Specifications .................................................................. 2
How to Assemble the PS-27 ................................................................................. 3
How to Operate the Machine ................................................................................. 3
Maintenance.......................................................................................................... 4
SECTION II Parts and Service Manual
Assembly drawing................................................................................................. 6
Parts List..................................................................................................... 7

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OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGERmeans: Severe bodily injuryor death can occur to you or other personnel ifthe DAN-
GER statementsfoundonyourmachineorinyourOwner'sManualareignored
orarenotadheredto. Readandobserveall DANGERstatementsfoundin
yourOwner'sManualandonyourmachine.
WARNINGmeans: Injury can occur to you and to other personnel if the WARNING statements
foundonyourmachine orinyourOwner's Manual areignoredorare not
adheredto. Readandobserveall WARNINGstatementsfoundinyour
Owner'sManualandonyourmachine.
CAUTIONmeans: Damage can occur to the machine or to other property if the CAUTION state-
mentsfound onyourmachine orin yourOwner'sManual areignored orarenot
adheredto. ReadandobserveallCAUTIONstatementsfoundinyourOwner's
Manualandonyourmachine.
DANGER: Failure to read the Operator's Manual prior to using this 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 before using it. If you or your
operator(s) cannotreadEnglish,havethismanualexplainedfullybefore attemptingto
operatethismachine
DANGER: Operating a machine that is not completely or fully assembled could result in injury or
property damage. Do not operate this machine until it is completely assembled.
WARNING: This machine is not usable for liquids or hazardous materials. To avoid injury to persons or
damage to the machine, do not use this machine with liquids or hazardous materials.
WARNING: Toavoid injuryto personnel ordamage to machine,do not leavethis machineon a rampor
dock.
WARNING: Failure to read and observe all safety statements found on your machine or in this
Operator'sManual canresult inserious injuryor damage. Readand observeall safety
statements. Make sure that all labels, decals, warnings, cautions, and instructions are
fastenedto the machine. Get newlabels from your authorizedClarke distributor.
CAUTION: Whenthe machine isdelivered, carefully inspectthe shipping cartonand the machinefor
damage. If damage is evident, save the shipping carton so that it can be inspected by the
trucking company that delivered it. Contact the trucking company immediately to file a
damageclaim. Make sureallloose partsand literatureareremoved beforethe shipping
carton is discarded.
CAUTION: Maintenanceandrepairsperformedbyunauthorizedpersonnelcouldresultindamageor
injury. Maintenanceandrepairsperformedbyunauthorizedpersonnelwillvoidyourwar-
ranty. Servicing of this unit must always be referred to an authorized Clarke distributor.
WARNING AVERTISSEMENT ADVERTENCIA

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Introduction and Machine Specifications
ThePS-27 is manytimes faster than conventionalcleaning with apush broom. The sidebroom allows forcleaning along
curbs or walls and in corners. There is no engine or motor, no noise, and no odor. The push sweeper requires no mainte-
nance. The hopper can be emptied easily and rapidly.
ThePS-27 can beused anywhere, anytime....indoorsor outdoors forconcrete, tile andcommercial carpets.
MachineSpecifications:
SweepingWidth 27" with side broom
MainBroom 10" x 19" - adjustable height
Side Broom 13"- polypropylenebristles -adjustable height
HopperCapacity 10Gallons (1.5Bushels)
Wheels 12"semi-pneumatic,non-sliptires
Casters 3"rubber,heavy-dutyballbearing
Dimensions Height36"(floor/topofhandle)
Width303/8"(wheel/outsideofsidebroom)
Length53"(handle/sidebroom)
41"(excludinghandle)
Output 22,000 sq. ft./hr.
UnitWeight 71 lbs.
ShippingDimensions 357/8" x 283/8" x 73/4"
ShippingWeight 82.5 lbs.

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HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE PS-27
1. Removethefour(4)handlemountingscrewsfrom thehandlebracketsonthemachine.
2. Slidethehandleovertheanglebrackets. Lineuptheholesinthehandlewiththeholesinthehandlebracketsandreinstall
thefour(4) screws.
3. Pullthe handleon top ofthe hopperupward andlift the hopperoff ofthe machine.
4. Lowerthesidebroomintothesidebroombracketsothattheholesinthebracketarelinedupwiththeholeinthearm.
5. Slide the pin (from the hardware package) through the holes in the bracket and into the arm. Position the pin so that
it is centered on the bracket.
6. Install the black Phillips head screw on the side broom. Tighten the screw to hold the pin in place.
7. Lift the right, rear wheel off of the ground and put the belt around the pulley on the inside of the wheel. Pivot the side
broom arm all the way up.
8. Pullthe belttowards the frontof themachine and twistthe belt¼ turncounter-clockwise (thepart of thebelt fromthe
topoftherearwheelshouldmoveaway fromthemachine.)
9. Lift the belt so that it is outside of the side broom arm and install it around the side broom pulley.
10. Route the belt between the two (2) white plastic pulleys.
11. Install the side broom on the side broom arm using the three (3) screws and the three (3) lockwashers.
12. Lower the side broom arm and position the belt so that it runs through the side broom arm.
13. Screwthe sidebroom adjustment knobinto theside broomarm. Adjust the knobso thatabout 1/3of the sidebroom
bristlesare touchingthe floor.
14. Loosenthetwo(2)screwsthatholdthesidebroombracketagainstthechassis. Makesurethattheheightadjustment
screw is between the edges of the stop bracket on the frame.
15. Pull the side broom forward as far as the belt will allow, and tighten the screws.
HOW TO OPERATE THE PS-27 SWEEPER
1. Adjusttheheightofthemainsweepingbroomsothatthebristlesjusttouchthefloor. NOTE: Sweepingperformance
will be poor and the machine will be hard to push if the main broom is set too low.
2. Lowerthesidebroomwhensweepingalongcurbsorwalls. NOTE:Adjustthesidebroomheightsothat1/3ofthebristles
aretouchingthefloor.
3. Pushthe machine forwardto enable themain broom tokick dirtanddebris intothedirt hopper. NOTE:Themachine
will not sweep when it is pulled backward.
4. Liftthe hopper off ofthe machine and emptyit after each use,or whenever debrisis left behind themachine.

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Monthly:
1. Tipthe machine on itsside and removeany string thatis wrapped around themain sweeping broom.
2. Lubricate the front caster wheel with light machine oil.
3. Inspect the rubber skirt on the hopper. Replace the skirt if it is torn.
Every Six Months:
1. Inspect the rubber skirts on each side and behind the sweeping broom. Replace the skirt if it is torn.
2. Tipthemachineonitssideandinspectthemainbroomforwear. Replacethebroomwhenthebristlesareworntoalength
of1½ inch(38MM).
Renewal of the Broom Assemblies:
1. Thebroomrollerconsistsofabroomshaftwiththreebroomsupports,onelockwasherwithahollowscrewandten(10)broom
assemblies as follows:
(5) broom assemblies with bristles of 0.006 in. (0.15MM).
(5) broom assemblies with bristles of 0.01 in. (0.25MM).
BroomAssembly Replacement:
1. Unscrew the cap screw (Allen Key, 0.2 in. - 5MM).
2. Turn the lock washer slightly until the notch at the end of the broom assemblies are placed next to each other.
3. Pull the broom assembly to the left to unlock it from the broom supports on the broom shaft.
4. Turnthelockwasherandremovethebroomassembly.
5. Insertthenewbroomassembliesontotheshaftsothatthe0.006in.(0.15MM)and0.01in(0.25MM)bristlesarealternated.
MAINTENANCE

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PS-27
Sweeper
Section II
Parts and Service Manual
(78321B)

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CLARKE TECHNOLOGY
Model PS-27 Sweeper
Assembly Drawing - 12/98
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CLARKE TECHNOLOGY
Model PS-27 Sweeper
Parts List - 12/98
Ref. Part No. Description Qty.
154867A Hopper Assembly 1
2 77371A Decal 1
3 56430A Skirt Hopper 1
4 57359A Retainer, Skirt 1
5 964046 Screw, M4 x 0.7 x 10 30
6 57237A Pulley Assembly 1
7 51608A Bumper, Side Broom 1
8 50504A Broom, Side 1
9 50911A "V" Belt 1
10 59854A M6 Spring Washer 13
11 964007 Screw M6 x 16 15
12 50130A Arm, Weldment 1
13 55522A Knob, Side Broom 1
14 964053 Screw, M6 x 12 16
15 54718A Idler Assembly 2
16 58804A Stud Adjustment 1
17 50419A Pin,Arm 1
18 964005 Screw, M5 x 0.8 x 10 5
19 962241 Socket Set, 10-24 x ½ 2
20 54911A Handle 1
21 56431A Angle Handle 2
22 53968A FrameWeldment 1
23 50505A Bracket, Side Broom 1
24 54230A Guide, Hopper 2
25 962337 Sockt Set, ¼-20 x ½ 1
26 52115A Caster 3" Assembly 1
27 50420A Panel, Left 1
28 56432A Shroud 2
29 92400A Nut, M6 x 1.0 7
30 980646 Flat Washer M6 6
31 902550 Bearing, 620322 ZZ 3
32 57839A Ring S-12 1
33 980648 Washer, 1.5 x 13.1 x 23 1
34 57000A Pinion 1
35 51820A Clutch 1
36 980679 Washer 2.0 x 17.6 x 32 3
37 54412A Gear, Nylon 1
38 980442 M5 Spring Washer 4
39 964004 Screw 5 x 16 4
40 56433A Brush Support 1
41 964012 M6 Socket Cap Screw 1
42 56434A Brush Rails 0.15 MM 5
43 56435A Brush Rails 0.25 MM 5
44 58315A Shaft 1
45 50421A Panel,Right 1
46 56436A Skirt, Side 2
47 57360A Retainer, Skirt 2
48 980630 Washer, 2.0 x 21, 1 x 40.1 3
49 57840A Ring S-17 1
50 980644 Washer, 2.0 x 16.4 x 32 4
51 59927A Tire 12" 2
52 57841A Ring S-16 2
53 55523A Knob, Main Broom 1
54 980615 Washer, 1.2 x 10.5 x 25.4 3
55 50422A Pivot Assembly 1
56 920334 Nut, ½ PT. 1
57 58805A Stud, Adjustment 1
58 50506A Bracket 1
59 50423A Panel, Cover 1
60 56438A Skirt, Hopper Upper 1
61 57361A Skirt, Retainer Upper 1
62 56437A Skirt, Retainer Lower 1
63 56437A Skirt, Lower 1
64 964047 Screw, M4 x 0.7 12
65 980257 Washer, Hopper 12
67 924002 Nut,M4
68 924004 Nut,M5 2

NOTES

ALTO® PRODUCT SUPPORT BRANCHES
PRODUCTION FACILITIES
ALTO Danmark A/S,Aalborg
Blytaekkervej 2
DK-9000Aalborg
[phone]
ALTODanmark A/S, Hadsund
Industrikvarteret
DK-9560Hadsund
[phone]
SALES SUBSIDIARIES
ALTOCanadaLtd., RexdaleOntario
24Constellation Ct.
[phone]
ALTO Overseas Inc., Sydney (Australia)
1B/8ResolutionDrive
CaringbahNSW 2229
[phone]
ALTOCleaning Systems AsiaPteLtd.,Singapore
No.17LinkRoad
Singapore619034
[phone]
ALTODeutschlandGmbH,Frondenberg(Germany)
Ardeyer Str.15
D-58730Frondenberg
[phone]
ALTOCleaning Systems (UK) Ltd., Penrith
GilwillyIndustrial Estate
Penrith
CumbriaCA119BN
[phone]
ALTOFranceS.A.Strasbourg
B.P.44, 4 Place d’Ostwald
F-67036Strasbourg
Cedex 2
[phone]
ALTONederland B.V.Vianen
Stuartweg4C
NL-4131NJVianen
[phone]
ALTO SverigeAB,Molndal (Sweden)
Aminogatan18
Box4029
S-43104 Molndal
[phone]
ALTO Norge A/S, Oslo (Norway)
Bjornerudveien24
N-1266
[phone]
CLARKE TECHNOLOGY
AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY
A.L. COOK TECHNOLOGY
Customer Service Headquarters and Factory
2100Highway 265
Springdale,Arkansas 72764
[phone]
Technical Service
1-800-356-7274
U. S. A. Locations European Locations
HEAD OFFICE
ALTO U.S.Inc., St.Louis, Missouri
16253Swingley Ridge Road, Suite 200
Chesterfield,Missouri 63017-1725
PRODUCTION FACILITIES
ALTO U.S.Inc., Springdale, Arkansas
2100Highway 265
Springdale,Arkansas 72764
[phone]
Customer Service - 1-800-253-0367
Technical Service - 1-800-356-7274
ALTOU.S.Inc.,BowlingGreen, Ohio 43402
1100 Haskins
ALTOU.S.Inc., Clearwater, Florida33765
1500N. Belcher Road
SERVICE FACILITIES
ALTO U.S.Inc., Carlstadt, New Jersey 07072
150Commerce Road
[phone]
ALTO U.S.Inc., Elk Grove, Illinois 60007
2280Elmhurst Road
[phone]
ALTO U.S.Inc., Denver, Colorado80204
1955 West 13th Ave.
[phone]
ALTO U.S.Inc., Houston,Texas 77040
7215 North Gessner Road
SALES AND SERVICE FACILITIES
ALTOU.S.Inc.,MadisonHeights,Michigan48071-0158
29815JohnR.
[phone]
ALTOU.S.Inc.,Marietta, Georgia 30062
1355WestOakCommonLane
[phone]

CLARKE TECHNOLOGY LIMITED WARRANTY
This Clarke Industrial/Commercial Product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under
normal use and service for a period of one year from the date of purchase, when operated and maintained in accordance
with Clarke's Maintenance and Operations instructions.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser for use of the product. It does not cover normal wear parts such
as electrical cable, rubber parts, hoses and motor brushes.
If a difficulty develops with the product, you should:
a) Contact the nearest authorized Clarke repair location or contact the ALTO U.S. Service Operations Department, 2100
Highway 265, Springdale Arkansas 72764, for the nearest authorized Clarke repair location. Only these locations are
authorized to make repairs to the product under this warranty.
b) Return the product to the nearest Clarke repair location. Transportation charges to and from the repair location must be
prepaid by the purchaser.
c) Clarke will repair the product and/or replace any defective parts without charge within a reasonable time after receipt of
the product.
Clarke's liability under this warranty is limited to repair of the product and/or replacement of parts and is given to
purchaserin lieu of allother remedies, including INCIDENTALANDCONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES.
THEREARENOEXPRESSWARRANTIESOTHERTHANTHOSESPECIFIEDHEREIN. THEREARENOWARRANTIESWHICH
EXTENDBEYONDTHEDESCRIPTIONOFTHE FACEHEREOF. NOWARRANTIES,INCLUDINGBUTNOTLIMITEDTOWAR-
RANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE IMPLIED. A warranty registration card is provided with your Clarke product.
Return the card to assist Clarke in providing the performance you expect from your new floor machine.
ALTO U.S. Inc., 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764.
CLARKE TECHNOLOGY reserves the right to make changes or improvements to its machine without notice.
Always use genuine Clarke Parts for repair.
CLARKE TECHNOLOGY
2100 Highway 265
Springdale, Arkansas, 72764