American-Lincoln SMART Sweeper/Scrubber 692003 User manual

AMERICAN-LINCOLN 1-1
SMART
Part No. 2-86-00321 2003 Printed in the American-Lincoln® USA
Beginning with Serial No. 692003
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:
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American-Lincoln, 1100 Haskins Road, Bowling Green, Ohio 43402
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
before using it. If you or your operator (s) cannot read English, have this manual explained
fully before attempting to operate this machine.
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NOTES

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INDEX
C
CONTROLS 20-32
D
DECIMAL-METRICCONVERSIONTABLE 5
DISCLAIMER 4
H
HARDWAREABREVIATIONS 6
HYDRAULICTORQUEREQUIREMENTS 8
M
MACHINEPREPARATION 17,18,19
MAINTENANCE 44-58
O
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS 33-43
ORDERINGPARTS 10
S
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS 11, 12
SPECIFICATIONS 14, 15, 16
STANDARDHARDWARE &TORQUEVALUES 7
SYMBOLS 9
T
TROUBLESHOOTING 59,60

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DISCLAIMER
DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this manual is believed correct at the time of publication.American Lincoln
assumes no responsibility or liability for unauthorized changes made to this manual or pages removed, causing
indirector consequential damages resultingfrom the use ofthe information appearing herein.
WARNING!
In the event that machinery or controls described herein are modified in any way, or in the event that such
machinery or controls are not maintained in a proper manner, the instructional material contained herein may
berendered inaccurate. Theinformation contained hereinis to be used only by persons knowledgeable in the
operation of machinery such as that described herein, or other persons being directly supervised by such
knowledgeablepersons.
No portion of this manual may be reproduced without the express written consent of:
AMERICANLINCOLN
ProductEngineering
1100 HaskinsRoad
BowlingGreen,OH,43402
[phone] Fax: [phone]
Copyright2003AmericanLincoln.Allrightsreserved.
Printedin USA March 2003

AMERICAN-LINCOLN 1-5
SMART
FRACTION FRACTION
DECIMAL DECIMAL
MILLIMETER MILLIMETER
C-2001/9907
DECIMAL - METRIC CONVERSION TABLE

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ABBREVIATIONS-SCREWS
ADJ =Adjusting Screw
ADJ.SP =Adjusting Plunger Screw
BHM =BindingHeadMachine Screw
BHS = Button Head Socket Screw
CAPT.SL = Captivated Slotted Screw
CAPT.WG = CaptivatedWing Screw
FHM = Flat Head Machine Screw
FIL.HM = Filister Head Machine Screw
HHC = HexagonHeadCap Screw
HHM = Hexagon HeadMachine Screw
HIHD = ½ High Head Screw
HSHC = Hexagon Socket Head Cap Screw
HSFHC = Hexagon Socket Flat Head Cap Screw
KNH =KnurledHeadScrew
MHHC = MetricHexagon Head CapScrew
PHM =PanHeadMachine Screw
RHD =RoundHeadDriveScrew
RHM = Round HeadMachine Screw
RHW = Round Head Wood Screw
SHC = Shiny Crown Cap Screw
SHTB = ShoulderThumbScrew
SQ =SquareHeadScrew
TB = Thumb Screw
THM = Truss Head Machine Screw
WELD = Weld Stud
WG = Wing Screw
ABREVIATIONS-SETSCREWS
HS = Hexagon Socket Setscrew
S = Slotted Setscrew
SH = Square HeadSetscrew
KCP = Knurled Cup Point Setscrew
CP = Cup Point Setscrew
OP = Oval Point Setscrew
FDP = Full Dog Point Setscrew
HDP = Half Dog Point Setscrew
FP = Flat Point Setscrew
COP = Cone Point Setscrew
HARDWARE ABREVIATIONS

AMERICAN-LINCOLN 1-7
SMART
SAE - Grade 5 SAE - Grade 8
Screw
Size
Grade
5
Plated
Grade
8
Plated
410H
Stainless
Brass Type
F&T
&BT
Type
B, AB
*6
*8
*10
*1/4
5/16
3/8
7/16
1/2
9/16
5/8
3/4
7/8
1
14
27
39
86
15
28
44
68
98
135
239
387
579
15
28
43
108
17
31
49
76
110
153
267
-
-
-
-
-
130
22
40
63
95
138
191
338
545
818
-
-
-
151
24
44
70
108
155
216
378
-
-
18
33
47
114
19
34
55
85
-
-
-
-
-
20
35
54
132
22
39
62
95
-
-
-
-
-
5
9
13
32
6
10
16
-
-
-
-
-
-
20
37
49
120
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
23
41
64
156
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
21
34
49
120
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
C
CCC
FFF F
C = Coarse Thread
F = Fine Thread
* = Torque values for #6 through 1/4 are lb./in. All others are lb./ft.
NOTE
Decrease the torque by 20% when using thread lubricant
The torque tolerance is ± on torque values.
C2000/9905
STANDARD HARDWARE & TORQUE VALUES

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0
2
SAE
Dash
Size
-3
-4
-5
-6
-8
-10
-12
-14
-16
-20
-24
Thread
Size
Inch
3/8-24
7-16-20
½-20
9/16-18
3/4-16
7/8-14
1 1/16-12
1 3/16-12
1 5/16-12
1 5/8-12
1 7/8-12
Str. Fittin
g
or Locknu
Torque
LB-FT
8-10
14-16
18-20
24-25
50-60
72-80
125-135
160-180
200-220
210-280
270-360
Thread
Size
Inch
*
9/16-18
*
11/16-16
13/16-16
1-14
1 3/16-12
1 3/16-12
1 7/16-12
1 11/16-12
2-12
Swivel Nut
Torque
LB-FT
*
10-12
*
18-20
32-35
46-50
65-70
65-70
92-100
125-140
150-165
Nominal O-Ring Face Seal End SAE O-Ring Boss End
HYDRAULIC TORQUE REQUIREMENTS
Refer to the following chart for torque values on all hydraulic hoses & fittings
NOTE
Parts must be lightly oiled with hydraulic fluid
-
Ring face-seal-type end not defined for this tube size
HYDRAULIC TORQUE REQUIREMENTS

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Scrub Brush Down Heavy Pressure
Squeegee Down & Vacuum On
Squeegee Up & Vacuum On
Solution Tank Low
Solution Flow Control
Throttle
Read Machine Manual
No gas or combustibles in tank
Keep Away From Flames/
Wear Eye Protection
Electrical Hazard
Stay Clear
Moving Fan Blade
Pinch Point/Crush Hazard
Cover or Hopper Could Close/
Turn Key Off/Lock Wheel
WARNING! / ATTENTION!
Squeegee Up & Vacuum Off
Battery Charger
Choke
Fan On
Filter Shaker On
Forward/Reverse
Headlights
Hopper Dump
Hopper Return
Horn
Main Broom & Side Broom Up
Main Broom & Side Broom Down
No Step
Off
On
Power
Recovery Tank High
Scrub Brush Down & On
Scrub Brush Up and Off
THESE SYMBOLS IDENTIFY CONTROLS, DISPLAYS/FEATURES, AND SAFETY SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE.
Before Operating or Servicing
NO Smoking
Engage Support
Before Leaving Seat
SYMBOLS

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ORDERING PARTS
SLOVENIA
Wap ALTO cistilni sistemi, d.o.o.
Letaliska 33
SLO-1110 Ljubljana
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
SLOWAKIA
Wap ALTO cistiace systemy s.r.o.
Remeselnicka 42
83106 Bratslavia-Raca
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.wap-alto.sk
SPAIN
ALTO Iberica S.L.
Calle de la Majada No. 4
28760 Tres Cantos - Madrid
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
SWEDEN
ALTOSverigeAB
Aminogatan 18
431 04 Molndal
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
INTERNET
http://www.alto-online.com
ALTOHEADQUARTERS
Incentive International A/S
Kongens Nytorv 28
P.O. Box 2064
1013 Copenhagen K
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
AUSTRIA
ALTO Osterreich GmbH
Metzgerstr. 68
5101 Bergheim/Salzburg
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
CROATIA
WapALTO Strojevi za ciscenje, d.o.o.
Siget 18a
10020 Zagreb
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
CZECH REPUBLIC
ALTO Ceska Republika s.r.o.
Zateckych 9
14000 Praha 4
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.wap-alto.cz
DENMARK
ALTO DanmarkA/S
Industrikvarteret
9560 Hadsund
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
FRANCE
ALTOFrance S.A.
B.P. 44, 4 Place d’Ostwald
67036 Strasbourg Cedex 2
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
GERMANY
ALTO Deutschland GmbH
Guido-Oberdorfer-StraBe 2-8
89287 Bellenberg
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
GREATBRITAIN
ALTO Cleaning Systems
(UK) Ltd.
Bowerbank Way
Gilwilly Industrial Estate, Penrith
Cumbria CA11 9BN
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
NETHERLANDS
ALTO Nederland B.V.
Postbus 65
3370 AB Hardinxveld-Giessendam
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
NORWAY
ALTONorgeA/S
Bjornerudveien 24
1266 Oslo
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Parts may be ordered from ALTO distributors:
1. Use the model number, catalog number, and serial number when ordering.
2. Give the part number, description, and quantity of parts needed.
3. Give shipping instructions for either freight, UPS, or parcel post.
MACHINE CATALOG NUMBERS
505-320 SMART (40”) SWEEPER/SCRUBBER
505-321 SMART (46”) SWEEPER/SCRUBBER
505-322 SMART (40”) SWEEPER/SCRUBBER W/ DUST CONTROL
505-323 SMART (46”) SWEEPER/SCRUBBER W/ DUST CONTROL
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ELECTRICAL HAZARD - Shocks can
cause serious personal injury
Disconnect battery before working
in this area
Repairs must be performed by
authorized personnel only
WARNING
The following safety labels are mounted on the machine
in the locations indicated. If the labels become damaged
or illegible replace with identical label.
Scrub deck presents hazard
for crushing, entanglement,
friction and abrasion
Dust Control Motor presents
hazard for shearing and cutting
Broom Chamber presents
hazard for entanglement,
friction and abrasion

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HAZARDSERIOUSNESSLEVEL
Signalwords (DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION)areused to identify levels ofhazard seriousness. The
degree of severity is based on the likely consequences of human interaction with the hazard.
DANGER
Towarnof immediate hazards which will result in severe personal injury or death.
WARNING
Towarnof hazard or unsafe practices which could result in severe personal injury.
CAUTION
To warn of hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor personal injury.
ATTENTION
Towarnof unsafe practices which could result inextensive equipment damage.
NOTE
Togiveimportantinformationor to warn of unsafe practices whichcould result inequipment damage.
Forthe safe operation ofthis machine, read and understandall WARNINGS,CAUTIONSAND NOTES.
PERSONALSAFETY
•Readthis manual carefully.The following information signalspotentially dangerous conditionsto the
operator or equipment. Know when these conditions can exist then take necessary steps to train
machineoperatingpersonnel.
•Dress appropriately; loose clothing, jewelry and other accessories may get caught in the machine and
cause physical injury.
•Wear OSHA/NIOSH protective eye wear or prescription glasses to protect eyes.
•Wearappropriategloves when filling and/or drainingtanks.
•Before operating machine, test brake mechanism, lights and back up alarm (if applicable).
•Observemaintenance schedule guidelines to assume optimal safeoperation of the machine.
•Be aware of pinch pints that exist on the machine.
•Do not operate machine if you are tired, upset, ill, on medication or intoxicated.
•Becompletely aware of your surroundings. STOP, LOOK, and LISTEN for otheremployees walking in
oraroundyour cleaning area.
MACHINESAFETY
•Operatormust be properly trainedto operate machine.
•Readthismanual before operating machine
•Familiarizeyourself with all components and safety features.
•Do not operate machine unless it is completely assembled.
•Do not use machine other than intended use.
•Report damages or maintenance problem immediately. Do not use machine until it has been repaired.
•Repairsshould be done by authorizedpersonnel.
•For storage, keep machine in a building.
•This machine is not at tow truck and should not be used for towing.
•Do not use this machine as a step or furniture.
•Donot operate machineon public highways, gravel, sand, grass and other unsafe surfaces.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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•Be careful when operating the machine on a ramp or incline. Do not operate machine on incline greater
than 8° or longer than 100’. Always move slowly on a ramp. Do not turn this machine on a ramp.
•Do not stop and leave this machine on a ramp.Always stop the machine on a level surface, put the
power switch in the on position.
•To prevent injury, and damage to the machine, do not lift the machine or move it to an edge of a stair or
loadingdock.
•Turnoffmachine when unattended, filling, fuelingor doing maintenance on machine (ifapplicable).
When carrying out maintenance, pull the key.
•Donot operate machine near flammable materials, fire or explosion may occur.
•Solution or recovery tank should not be filled with fuel or chemicals.
•Read label on cleaning solutions to verify it is safe for machine.
•Usea cleaning concentrate recommended by the chemicalmanufacturer.
•Watersolutions or cleaningmaterials used canleave wet areason floor surfacescausing dangerous
conditionsfor the operatoror other persons.Always put CAUTION signs near area you are cleaning.
•Usecarewhenreversingmachine.
•Always empty the solution tank and recovery tank before doing maintenance.
•Unplugthe battery firstto prevent possibleinjury when servicinga machine.
•Lead acid batteries generate gases, which can cause an explosion. Keep sparks and flames away
frombatteries. NO SMOKING. Charge batteries only inarea with good ventilation.
•Alwayswear eye protection andprotective clothing when workingnear batteries. Remove alljewelry.
•Do not put tools or other metal objects across the battery terminals, or the tops of batteries.
•Keep electrical parts of the machine dry.
•Make sure that all labels, decals, warnings, cautions and instructions are fastened to the machine.
•Getnew labels and decals fromAmerican-Lincoln.
•Do not use machine to pick up dusts hazardous to health.
•Only use accessories according to this instruction manual. Use of other accessories may impair
safety.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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CLEANINGPATH
Scrubbing 40 in. (101 cm)
46 in. (117 cm)
Sweeping 46in. (117 cm)
EdgeCleaning 6 in. (15 cm) Right Side 46in. (117 cm) only
TRANSPORTSPEED 0-4.6MPH(0- 7.4kph)
OPERATINGSPEED 0-2.7MPH(0 - 4.3kph)
POWER SUPPLY (1) 36 Volt Wet Battery, 720 AH
Formachinetooperateproperly, voltage reading should fall within 32-40 vdc.
Guaranteedpowersoundlevel: LWAmax=103dBA
(Operator)SoundPressureLevel=84.8
CHARGER 240 Vac, 3-phase, 60 Hz, 36 Vdc, 150A
STEERING Rack & Pinion 90°-90° Hyd.Assist
AdjustableSteering Column
TURNINGRADIUS
Left 59 in. (150 cm)
Right 59 in. (150 cm)
Aisle“U”Turn 87 in. (221 cm)
DIMENSIONS
Length 87 in. (221 cm)
Width 46 in. (116.8 cm)
Height 52 in. (132 cm)
Heightw/OverheadGuard 79 in. (200.6 cm)
Wheel Base 37.6 in. (95.5 cm)
WEIGHT
StandardMachine(Battery) 1700 lbs. (765 kg.) without battery
720Ah battery 1990 lbs. (896 kg)
VIBRATIONLEVELS
SteeringWheel <2,5m/s2
Seat <2,5m/s2
TIRES Front (Battery)SolidUrethane Two (2)16 in (41cm) x 3.75 in (8.26 cm)
Rear(Battery)SolidRubber One (1)16 in (41 cm) x 4.00 in (10.16cm)
RAMPCLIMBING
Transporting 8°
MAINBROOM
One piece plastic core disposable type. Broom position can be set to “restricted down” or
“freefloating”.
Length 36 in (91.4 cm)
Diameter 10 inches (25.4 cm)
OptionalBristleType Nylon (Highdensity)
Proex
NylonEight(8)Row
SIDEBROOM
Side Broom Size 16 inches(40.6cm)Diameter
SPECIFICATIONS

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SPECIFICATIONS
INSTRUMENTSANDCONTROLS
Main/SideBroomSwitch Key Switch
Headlight/TaillightSwitch(option) HourMeter
SqueegeeSwitch RecoveryHighLight
3 Position Scrub Deck Switch Dust Control Switch (withcertain models)
HornButton SolutionLowLight
SolutionControlKnob ESP(Option)
HopperUp/DownSwitch Filter Shaker Switch
HopperOpenLight SqueegeeandVacuumWand(Option)
SCRUBBINGSYSTEM
BrushSize-46”(116.84 cm) Three (3) 16”(40.6cm)Diameter
BrushSize-40”(101.4 cm) Two(2)20”(51cm)Diameter
BrushLift HydraulicActuator
ScrubPressure Normal: 140 lbs. / Heavy: 200 lbs.
SQUEEGEE
Rear Accu-Trac™46in(116.8cm)Swing, break away,
w/notoolsqueegeereplacement
Side 26 in (66 cm) Easy Change
TANKS SolutionTank 55 Gallons (208 liter)Polyethylene
RecoveryTank 55 Gallons (208liter)Polyethylene
SolutionMetering Variable to 3.0 GPM (11.4 lpm)
DrainHose 48 in (122 cm)
CleanOutPort 5.7 in (14.5 cm) heavydebris
HOPPER
Capacity 2.5cu.ft.(71liter)
DUMP AND LIFT
DumpHeight 14 in (35.6 cm.)
SYSTEMFLUIDCAPACITIES
Hydraulic System 4.7 Gallons(17.79 Liters)
OPTIONALEQUIPMENT
Back-UpAlarm Headlight/Taillights ESP System
OverheadGuard SqueegeeWand FireExtinguisher
Spray and Vac Wand LinatexSqueegee 720AH Battery
Black Nylon Brush Polyethelyne Panel Filter Arm Rest (RH only)
PolypropyleneBrush Smart Cart(Battery Roll-Out Cart) Seat Belt
CleanGritBrush Strobe Light (Amber) W/OOHG
SupergritBrush StrobeLight (Amber) W/OHG
WARRANTY
Our general conditions of business are applicable with regard to the guarantee. Subject to change as a
resultoftechnical advances. The guarantee isinvalidatedif the machine is notoperatedin accordance with
theseinstructions or otherwise abused. The guarantee is invalidatedif the machineis not serviced as
described.

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SPECIFICATIONS
IP X3
MODEL
MACHINE NAME
DATE / SERIAL NUMBER
WEIGHT
RATED POWER
MAX OPERATING SLOPE
LWA
B
R
MACHINEDATA

AMERICAN-LINCOLN 1-17
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MACHINE PREPARATION
Your SMARTbattery machine has been shipped complete, but do not attempt to operate without reading the
followinginstructions:
UNPACKINGANDASSEMBLING MACHINE
The SMART is shipped on a pallet and held in place with wooden block to stop the machine from moving.
1)Removewoodenblocksholdingmachinein place.
2) Position a 11° and 48” ramp on base of pallet.
11 DEGREE
48 INCHES
Fig 2
Fig 1

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MACHINE PREPARATION
UNPACKINGBATTERY
The battery is shipped separately on a pallet wrapped in plastic as shown in figure 3. Remove the plastic and
use a 2000 LB. (907KG) capacity lifting device to lower the battery into the battery compartment as shown in
figure4.
USE A 2000 LB.
(907 KG) LIFTING
DEVICE TO
INSTALL BATTERY
Fig 3 Fig 4
3) Push machine down the ramp onto a flat surface.
4) Install battery.
-Turn the key to the “O” position
-Lift the hood up and pull the battery lever up to the right.
-Use a battery lifting device with a 2000 LB. (907KG) capacity to place the battery into the battery tray.
-Push battery lever down to the left to lock the battery into place.
-Plugthe battery powerconnector into themachine power connector.
-Lowerthe hood into place.
5)Charge battery asshown in the manual. Read battery manufacturer literature for battery care and
maintenance. WARNING
Do not charge batteries on a concrete grounded surface. Hydrogen gas is formed during the charging
operation and is explosive. Only charge batteries in a well ventilated area with the lid open. Avoid
any smoking, open flame, or electrical sparks.

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MACHINE PREPARATION
BATTERY LEVER
MACHINE POWER CONNECTOR
BATTERY POWER CONNECTOR
CONNECTING BATTERY
LOCK BATTERY IN PLACE WITH LEVER
BATTERYINSTALLATION
1. Liftthe machine front cover.
2. Rotate the battery lever to the right.
3. Lower the battery into place using a 2000 LB. (907 KG) capacity lifting device.
4. Rotate the battery lever to the left to lock the battery into place.
5. Connectbatterywires according to manufacturer’s direction.
6. Connectthebattery power connectorto the machine power connector.
7. Lowerthemachine front cover into place.
WARNING
Do not leave charged batteries on concrete surface, they will discharge.
Fig 5
Fig 7 Fig 8
Fig 6

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CONTROLS
3
78910
11
12 13
14
15
16 17
18
19
6
5
4
1
2
20
1. Highrecoverylight.
2. Lowsolutionlight
3. Hopperopenlight.
4. Light switch.
5. ESP switch.
6. Spray Vac Wand switch.
7. Scrub brush switch.
8. Squeegeeswitch.
9. Main side broom switch.
10. Filter shaker/Dust control switch.
11. Hopperswitch.
12. Battery condition meter/Hourmeter.
13. Circuit breakers.
14. Solution flow knob.
15. ParkingBrake.
16. Steeringwheeladjustment lever.
17. Foot throttle.
18. Forward/Reverseswitch.
19. Key switch.
20. Horn
Figure9