FIORENTINI S 150 User manual

ROAD SWEEPER
mod. S 150
USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

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CONTENTS
1. SAFETY AND GENERAL RULES.................................................................................4
1.1. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................. 4
1.2. WARRANTY ..................................................................................................... 5
1.2.1. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS........................................................................... 5
1.3. TERMINOLOGY................................................................................................ 5
1.4. EQUIPMENT OF THE ROAD SWEEPER ............................................................... 5
1.5. SAFETY .......................................................................................................... 6
1.6. TERMINOLOGY USED....................................................................................... 8
1.7. SAFETY MEASURES.......................................................................................... 9
1.8. SAFETY SIGNS................................................................................................. 9
1.9. SYMBOLS RELATING TO SAFETY....................................................................... 9
1.10. CLOTHING .....................................................................................................10
1.11. ECOLOGY AND POLLUTION .............................................................................10
1.12. SAFE USE.......................................................................................................11
1.13. SAFE MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................12
2. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ............................13
2.1. MACHINE DIMENSIONS...................................................................................13
2.2. FRAME...........................................................................................................13
2.3. WASTE CONTAINER........................................................................................13
2.4. DRIVER'S CAB ................................................................................................14
2.5. COLLECTION AND SUCTION SYSTEM ...............................................................14
2.6. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM.......................................................................................15
3. DEFINITIONS ...................................................................................................16
3.1. IDENTIFICATION PLATE OF THE VEHICLE ........................................................16
3.2. GENERAL STRUCTURE ....................................................................................17
3.3. STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS .......................................................................19
3.4. OPERATING CONTROLS FOR BRUSHES AND SUCTION ......................................21
3.5. OPERATING PRINCIPLES OF THE SWEEPER......................................................22
4. SWEEPER OPERATION ......................................................................................23
4.1. ENGINE STARTING AND STOPPING..................................................................23
4.2. TRANSFER TO THE WORKING AREA.................................................................24
4.3. GUIDE TO THE WORKING SPEED.....................................................................26
4.4. FILLING THE WATER TANK .............................................................................27

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4.5. EXTERNAL PREPARATIONS..............................................................................27
4.6. ADJUSTING TURBINE AND RECYCLING ............................................................28
4.7. SWEEPING UNIT AND SUCTION MOUTH...........................................................30
4.8. SUCTION MOUTH ...........................................................................................33
4.9. WATER SYSTEM .............................................................................................35
4.10. CONTAINER UNLOADING ................................................................................36
4.11. LEAF VACUUM HOSE.......................................................................................38
4.12. HIGH PRESSURE WASHER ...............................................................................39
4.13. HEATING SYSTEM AND AIR CONDITIONER.......................................................40
4.14. SEAT ADJUSTING ...........................................................................................41
4.15. STEERING ADJUSTING with articulated column .................................................41
5. MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................42
5.1. DAILY CLEANING............................................................................................42
5.2 PERIODIC CLEANING……………………………………………………………………….43
6. TROUBLESHOOTING.........................................................................................46
6.1. ELECTRICAL FUSES.........................................................................................46
6.2. ELECTRICAL FUSES.........................................................................................49
6.3. ENGINE IGNITION RELAY................................................................................50
6.4. TOWING VEHICLE...........................................................................................51
CONFORMITY DECLARATION……………………………………………………………………………….53

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1. SAFETY AND GENERAL RULES
1.1. INTRODUCTION
This User Manual is an integral part of the machine and its purpose is to provide all the
information aimed at:
-Properly informing operators about safety issues;
-Allowing in depth knowledge of machine operation and limitations;
-Allowing proper use under safety conditions;
-Carrying out maintenance operation in safe and proper way;
-Dismantling the machine safely and in compliance with applicable standards on
protection of both operators and the environment.
WARNING
The operators concerned are required, in accordance with current standards, to read
the contents of this Instruction Manual and ascertain operators and maintainers read
the parts concerning their specific tasks. The time taken for the purpose will be
largely compensated by the correct operation of the machine and by its use under
proper safety conditions.
This document assumes that, in the place the machine is meant to be used, all applicable safety
and hygiene standards are complied with.
The instructions, drawings and documents contained in this Manual are of technical confidential
nature, an exclusive property of the Manufacturer and may not be reproduced in any way, either
wholly, or in part.
The customer also has the responsibility to make sure that, if this document is modified by the
manufacturer, only the updated versions of the Manual are actually present at the workplace.

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1.2. WARRANTY
The MANUFACTURER warrants the road sweeper for a period of twelve (12) months from the
date of purchase or for different periods when specially agreed. Such a warranty only covers
those parts that, after being carefully examined by the Technical Office of the MANUFACTURER,
are actually deemed faulty. Labour, as well as any operation costs, is always charged to the
customer or the dealer.
The warranty, excluded any liability for any direct or indirect damage, is considered limited to
defects in material and is considered void if the faulty parts turn to be removed, tampered with
or repaired outside the factory or authorized Service Centres. Shall prevail, however, the delivery
document to the user.
In any case, the user will be charged the costs afforded for the replacement of lubricants, for
transport costs, any customs duties and VAT.
The replacement or repair of parts under warranty will not extend in any case the terms thereof.
1.2.1. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
The warranty does not cover damage caused by neglect, abuse, misuse and improper use or
mishandling of the road sweeper. Removal of safety devices the road sweeper is equipped with
will automatically void the warranty and any MANUFACTURER'S liability.
In addition, the warranty and liability are voided if not original spare parts are used. The User
can assert his rights on the warranty only if he has complied with the conditions relating to the
relevant provisions stated on the supply contract.
1.3. TERMINOLOGY
The "Section 2 - General safety rules" contains all the terms that will allow the user to operate
correctly and safely with the road sweeper and to fully exploit the possibilities of use allowed.
1.4. EQUIPMENT OF THE ROAD SWEEPER
Upon delivery of the sweeper the following are provided:
-EC Declaration of Conformity
-Instruction, maintenance, spare parts manual

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-Road approval certificate
1.5. SAFETY .
WARNING
Before operating the Machine, please carefully read the instructions contained in this
Manual and fully comply with them.
The manufacturer has made every effort in designing this machine, ensuring it is
INTRINSICALLY SAFE as much as possible. When building a new machine the Manufacturer
always tries to anticipate all possible hazardous situations, thus taking all appropriate safety
measures. In any case a high level of accidents still remains, due to improper and inexperienced
use of various machines.
The machine is also equipped with all guards and safety devices deemed necessary; and finally it
is accompanied by sufficient information for safe and correct use.
To this end, in each chapter, when necessary and for each man-machine interaction, the
following information has been indicated:
•Minimum qualification required of the operator;
•Number of workers required;
•Machine status;
•Residual risks;
•Personal protective equipment required or recommended;
•Human error prevention;
•Prohibitions/obligations relating to reasonably foreseeable misconducts.
WARNING
This information must be strictly observed.

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The user can usefully complement the information provided by the manufacturer with additional
work instructions, obviously not in conflict with the contents of this User Manual, in order to
improve the safe use of the machine.
When necessary the Manual will be added by the user further recommendations on preventive
measures, on personal protective equipment, information aimed at preventing human errors and
prohibitions on reasonably foreseeable not permitted behaviours and actions.
However, it is essential to carefully observe the following information:
-It is strictly prohibited to disconnect the safety devices the machine is provided with.
-Washing operations must be carried out when the machine is switched off and the
ignition key removed from the panel;
-Do not change any parts of the machine; in case of malfunctioning, due to a failure in
complying with the above mentioned instructions, the manufacturer is not liable for the
consequences. It is advisable that any changes, when deemed necessary, are directly
carried out by the manufacturer;
-Clean the covers of the machines, panels and controls with soft and dry rags, do not use
any solvents, such as alcohol or petrol, as these may damage the surface;
-Use the machines as stated when ordering, otherwise the manufacturer cannot be
deemed liable for any faults.
This information must be strictly observed.
The manufacturer is deemed not liable for damages caused by the machine to persons, animals
or property when:
-the staff using the machine is not adequately trained;
-the machine is not properly used;
-it is used to clean surfaces with a slope greater than 10%;
-it is used to clean uneven surfaces (rough or presence of holes);
-U-turns are carried out at a speed exceeding 3km/h and slopes greater than
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-the machine is used in not ventilated areas, with the presence of substances
hazardous to health, particularly in environments with risk of explosion and/or
inadequate micro-climatic conditions;
-power, hydraulic or pneumatic supply are defective;
-the installation is incorrect;
-scheduled maintenance is not carried out;
-unauthorized changes, operations or applications are carried out;
-non-original spare parts, or not specific for the model concerned, are used;
-instructions are totally or partially disregarded;
-use is contrary to specific national standards;
-disasters and exceptional take place.
1.6. TERMINOLOGY USED
To complete the description of the various levels of danger, the situations and specific definitions
that may directly involve people or machinery itself are herein described.
HAZARDOUS AREA: any area within and/or around machinery in which the presence of a person
constitutes a risk to her safety and health (EEC Directive 2006/42).
EXPOSED PERSON: any person wholly or partially in a danger area. (Directive EEC 2006/42)
OPERATOR: the person/s appointed to install, operate, adjust, maintain, clean, repair and
transport a machine. (Directive EEC 2006/42)
USER: the user is the person or body or company that has purchased, rent or taken over the
machine and intends to use it or use it for its intended purposes.
QUALIFIED STAFF: those persons specially trained and authorized to carry out maintenance
operations and/or repairs that require specific knowledge of the machine, its operation, safety
standards, and operating methods and are able to recognize the dangers arising from the use of
the machine and are therefore able to avoid them.
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTRE: the authorized service centre is the structure, legally
recognized by the Manufacturer, which has a staff qualified and trained to carry out all servicing,
maintenance operations and repairs of a certain complexity which are required to maintain the
machine in perfect working conditions.

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1.7. SAFETY MEASURES
The road sweeper is equipped with the following safety devices
-Flasher operated when the machine is turned on;
-Audible reverse alarm
-Optional reversing camera
-Safety supports to carry out operations under the raised container
-Front towing hook
1.8. SAFETY SIGNS
The machine has been designed taking all possible safety and protection measures for those
using it. Nevertheless, there may be further RESIDUAL RISKS which are suitably marked on
the machine with adhesive symbols indicating the various unsafe and hazardous
conditions in summary form. Keep those signs intact and clean. The user is required
to replace them when loose or damaged.
Carefully read the information given by symbols and memorize their meaning.
-Before starting the road sweeper, carefully read the user manual.
-Before any maintenance and/or adjustment, stop the sweeper, remove the ignition key and
carefully follow the instructions in the manual.
-It is forbidden to transit or stand in the field of action of the machine.
1.9. SYMBOLS RELATING TO SAFETY
-The symbols contained in a triangle indicate DANGER.
-The symbols contained in a circle impose a PROHIBITION/OBLIGATION

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1.10. CLOTHING
This information must be strictly observed.
The user can usefully complement the information provided by the manufacturer with additional
work instructions, obviously not in conflict with the contents of this User Manual, in order to
improve the safe use of the machine.
For example, it is important to pay attention to the clothing that anyone operating on the
machine wears.
-Avoid using clothes with hooks that can remain attached to parts of the machine;
-Avoid using ties and other loose clothing;
-Avoid wearing bulky rings or bracelets that can entangle hands to machine components,
-It is absolutely forbidden to use loafers, clogs, slippers, or other footwear that may affect
mobility and stability
-Avoid using solvents, such as alcohol or petrol, as these may damage the surface;
-Place the machine as specified at the time of the order according to the diagrams
provided by the manufacturer, otherwise the latter is not liable for any inconvenience.
1.11. ECOLOGY AND POLLUTION
This information must be strictly observed.
Comply with the laws in force in the Country where the sweeper is operated regarding the use
and disposal of cleaning and maintenance products and also observe the recommendations
provided by such products manufacturers.
In the case of disposal comply with anti-pollution regulations laid down by the local regulatory
Authorities in the Country of use. If necessary, perform various internal legal procedures for the
disposal of machinery and/or its parts.

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1.12. SAFE USE
This information must be strictly observed.
The operator, whether he operates continuously or occasionally the sweeper, must have suitable
knowledge and skills and follow basic and simple rules of conduct to ensure safe to him and
others, also preserving the sweeper from possible damage.
It is strictly forbidden to operate or make the sweeper be operated by those who have
not read and fully understood this manual, as well as those not specifically qualified and not in
good health. The sweeper must be used by an adult operator and in good physical and mental
condition.
-Before operating the sweeper, check that all safety devices are operational.
-Before starting work, it is necessary to become familiar with the controls and their
functions.
-Make sure the work area is not occupied by people or things.
-It is strictly forbidden to touch moving parts or interpose between them.
-The area in which the sweeper must be used is to be considered "HAZARDOUS",
especially for people not properly trained to use it.
-When a person is within the "HAZARDOUS AREA" the operator must immediately act by
stopping the machine and removing the person.
-When it is required to operate in the vicinity of power lines, keep the sweeper and its
components at a safe distance. The sweeper mainly consists of metal, therefore, if it comes
in contact with a power line or a discharge occurs between the line and the compactor, the
operator may be involved suffering fatal consequences.
-After use, remove the ignition key, located on the panel in the cab. The key of the vehicle
must be exclusively kept by the operator or in any case by any other person authorized
by the user.

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1.13. SAFE MAINTENANCE
This information must be strictly observed.
-Periodically check the integrity of the protection devices of the sweeper.
-Periodically check the tightening of frame fixing screws, the fastening and the sealing of
screws distributed in the various components of the machine, the tightening of hydraulic
fittings, check the state of piping and provide for possible replacement to prevent
bursting.
-Use oils compliant with those recommended by the manufacturer and replace both oil
and filters according to the ways he prescribes.
-ONLY USE ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS.
-It is strictly forbidden to remove or tamper with safety devices.
-The maintenance of the unit must be carried out only by qualified staff or strictly
following the instructions herein contained.
-Do not perform any maintenance or cleaning operations unless the ignition key is
removed and the safety support inserted. The key, then, must be guarded so as not to
allow any unauthorized person to perform any maintenance operations and/or starting
the machine inadvertently.
-Strictly follow the maintenance as recommended in this manual. Damaged or worn
components must only be replaced by qualified staff.

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2. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS AND TECHNICAL
DESCRIPTION
2.1. MACHINE DIMENSIONS
- Total length 3740 mm - 4230 mm (with third brush)
- Overall width: 1250 mm
- Total height: 1990mm
2.2. FRAME
The frame is made of steel and constitutes the supporting structure of all vehicle components.
The frame is provided of four wheels arranged on two axles: the rear drive one is rigidly secured
to the frame and the front steering one is equipped with leaf spring suspension.
2.3. WASTE CONTAINER
The waste collecting container is made of Stainless Steel. Its top is closed by an iron lid openable
by gravity during unloading. The lid is provided with a metallic filter made of perforated sheet, to
prevent the escape of volatile wastes such as paper, leaves, etc... At the lower part of the
container is the outlet for the recovery and discharge of waste water used to remove dust at the
suction mouth. The container is completely watertight and to increase its working capacity it can
be loaded with about 100 litres of water to be used as recycled water. The mechanism is hand-
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gasket. The rear tipping at 90° is obtained through two hydraulic cylinders electro-hydraulically
operated by the cab. The rotation takes place on two hinges placed at the rear part of the
frame. The high position of the hinges allows the discharge also in street garbage bins. In case
of emergency it is possible to carry out unloading through a pump manually operated.
2.4. DRIVER'S CAB
One seat driver's cab, with ergonomic seat placed in the middle of the structure on an elastic
support spring. The cab is equipped with two side doors with sliding windows, rear view mirrors,
electric single-arm front wiper and air conditioning. To the right of the driver's seat there is an
armrest with the operating controls of the brushes and the suction mouth. On the floor are the
advancement control pedal, the brake pedal, the brake oil tank, the flow regulator for adjusting
the brushes speed, and the manual inverter to change the direction of rotation of the third brush
and the pedal for opening the front flap of the suction mouth.
An adjustable steering column allows ergonomic positioning of the steering and includes the
necessary tools to control the machine. At the front lower part of the vehicle are positioned two
triple headlights and indicators, at the top part are two work lights.
2.5. COLLECTION AND SUCTION SYSTEM
The collection system of the sweeper is of the suction type. The suction fan is in a vertical
position between the container and the water tank. The air sucked is freely discharged at the top
of the tank lid. In the lower part of the duct is positioned the loading mouth, it is placed in the
front of the vehicle at the centreline of the axle and can be raised using the specific cylinder
during transfer for overcoming possible obstacles. At the front steered wheels are two brushes
for the collection and the conveyance of waste in the mouth. The circular truncated cone-shaped
brushes are driven by orbital motors and in addition it is possible to lift them for transfer or
pivoting them right and left to increase the operating space. Their number of revolutions can be
adjusted by acting on a manual flow adjuster, placed like all other controls, in the driver's cab.
Upon request, the vehicle can be provided of a third brush placed at the front of the driver's cab
to further enlarge the cleaning path and to clean ditches and side walk edges.
The sweeper is also equipped with a manual leaf vacuum hose housed externally and exposed
on the lid of the tank, if necessary it can be attached to the collection tank through the
appropriate door.
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The machine is equipped with a water system to be used to suppress dust during sweeping. The
same water can be used for washing under pressure.
To wash the vehicle there is a system consisting of a high-pressure pump with a winder, placed
behind the driver's cab, with spring return and water nozzle.
2.6. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Consisting of a hydrostatic pump for traction with remote hydraulic control via the electro-
hydraulic pedal in the cab; no. 1 gear pump for operating the hydraulic engine of the suction fan
and the hydraulic engine of the high-pressure water pump; no. 1 pump gear for power steering
and other operations; no. 1 gear pump for brush rotation. Iron tank for hydraulic oil and filter
with dual-function valves, distributors, regulators for various functions as well as rigid and
flexible hoses. The movements of the brushes and tipping of the container are obtained thanks
to the hydraulic cylinders. The hydraulic system is completed by an emergency system consisting
of a hand pump for lifting and unloading the container and for releasing the parking brake.

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3. DEFINITIONS
The knowledge and positioning of the main elements of the sweeper will allow better
understanding of the instructions.
3.1. IDENTIFICATION PLATE OF THE VEHICLE
The identification plate is located in the cab of the sweeper, at the base of the column
conditioning. This plate shows the recognition details of the machine and the allowable mass and
load values.

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3.2. GENERAL STRUCTURE
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POSITION
DESCRIPTION
1
DRIVER'S CAB
2
WASTE CONTAINER
3
CONTAINER LID
4
LEAF VACUUM HOSE
5
BRUSHES
6
THIRD BRUSH
7
SUCTION MOUTH
8
FUEL TANK
9
OIL TANK WITH HAND RECOVERY PUMP
10
WATER NOZZLE AND WINDER (HIGH-PRESSURE
WASHER)
11
SUCTION FAN
12
WATER TANK

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3.3. STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS
POSITION
DESCRIPTION
1
TACHOMETER WITH HOUR METER
2
WATER TEMPERATURE GAUGE
3
INDICATOR UNUSED
4
DIESEL LEVEL INDICATOR WITH RESERVE LIGHT
5
LOCATION NOT USED
6
STEERING COLUMN POSITION ADJUSTMENT LEVER
7
STEERING COLUMN SWITCH UNIT
8
STEERING COLUMN SWITCH UNIT
9
FAN POWER BUTTON
10
REAR FOG LIGHT BUTTON

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11
WORKING LIGHT
12
START SWITCH
13
WIPER BUTTON
14
EMERGENCY LIGHTS BUTTON
15
BUTTON TO RAISE/LOWER THE CONTAINER
16
PARKING BRAKE BUTTON
17
FUSE BOX
18
BATTERY ALTERNATOR WARNING LIGHT
19
POSITION OFF
20
OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT (Stop the engine
immediately if it lights up during work)
21
RESERVE WARNING LIGHT FOR WATER (used for
brushes-mouth-washes)
22
DIRECTION WARNING LIGHTS
23
WARNING LIGHT FOR CONTAINER RAISED
24
HEADLIGHTS WARNING LIGHT
25
PARKING LIGHTS WARNING LIGHT