Green Machines 400 Series User manual

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*YM036*
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Rev. 05 (12-2015
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INTRODUCTION
This manual is furnished with each new model. It provides necessary operation and maintenance instructions.
Read this manual completely and understand
the machine before operating or servicing it.
Read this manual completely and understand the machine before operating or servicing it.
This machine will provide excellent service. However, the best results will be obtained at minimum costs if:
SThe machine is operated with reasonable care.
SThe machine is maintained regularly - per the machine maintenance instructions provided.
SThe machine is maintained with manufacturer supplied or equivalent parts.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Please dispose of packaging materials,
old machine components and fluids in
an environmentally safe way according
to local waste disposal regulations.
Always remember to recycle.
Model No. −
Serial No. −
Installation Date −
Please fill out at time of installation for future reference.
MACHINE DATA
The following publications are included with this
machine:
Operators Manual
Service Schedule
Parts Catalog
Kubota Engine Manual
The following optional publications can be purchased
separately:
Kubota Engine Workshop Manual
Kubota Engine Parts Catalog
Please contact a local Green Machines distributor to
order additional publications.
INTENDED USE
The 414S2D, 414RS, 424TR, 424HS machines are designed to sweep disposable debris from surfaces typically
found in outdoor urban areas (city streets, pedestrian malls, sidewalks, parking lots, etc…). Do not use this
machine on soil, grass, artificial turf, or outdoor carpet surfaces. Do not use the machine other than described in
this Operator Manual.
Green Machines Sweepers U.K. Ltd.
Bankside, Falkirk FK2 7XE
Scotland, United Kingdom
Phone: (+44) 1324−611666
www.greenmachines.com
Specificationsand parts are subject to change without notice.
Original Instructions. Copyright E2015 Green Machines Company.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FOR MACHINERY
(according to Annex II A of the Machinery Directive)
Green Machines
Sweepers U.K. Ltd
Bankside, Falkirk FK2 7XE
Scotland, United Kingdom
21−05−2010
EN
Herewith declares, on our own responsibility, that the machinery
414S2D, 414RS, 424TR, 424HS
− is in conformity with the provisions of the Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC), as amended and with national
implementing legislation
− is in conformity with the provisions of the Electro Magnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC
− is in conformity with the provisions concerning noise emission for outdoor use (Directive 2000/14/CE) and
with national implementing legislation
and that
− the following harmonized standards or parts of these standards have been applied: EN ISO 14121−1, EN
1037, EN 60335−1, EN 60204−1, EN ISO 13849−1, EN ISO 13849−2, EN 60529, EN ISO 4413, EN 349, EN
55012, EN 61000−6−2, EN ISO 11201, EN ISO 4871, EN ISO 3744*, EN ISO 13059*, EN ISO 3450, EN
60335−2−72.
− the following national standards or parts of these standards have been used:

CONTENTS
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400 Series YM036 (12−2015)
CONTENTS
Page
Safety Precautions 3.......................
Operation 6...............................
Machine Components 6..................
Controls And Instruments 7...............
Symbol Definitions 8.....................
Removing The Protective Plastic Sheet 9...
Operation Of Controls 10..................
Drive Lever
(Forward / Neutral / Reverse) 10......
Parking Brake Lever
(414RS / 424TR / 424HS only) 10....
Engine Temperature Gauge 11..........
Hour Meter 11........................
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator 11........
Charging System Malfunction
Indicator 11........................
Glow Plug Indicator 11.................
Warning Beacon / Audible Alarm
Switch 12..........................
Operating Light Switch 12..............
Water Switch (Dust Suppression)
(414RS) 12........................
Brush Water Control Knob /
Filter Bag Water Control Knob
(Dust Suppression) (414RS) 12......
Variable Speed Water Pump (Dust
Suppression) (424TR / 424HS) 13....
Operator Seat (414RS) 14.................
Extending The Operator Seat (414RS) 14
Stowing The Operator Seat (414RS) 15..
Adjusting The Operator Seat (414RS) 16.
Using The Operator Seat (414RS) 16....
Operator Seat (424TR / 424HS) 17........
Attaching The Seat (424TR / 424HS) 17..
Adjusting The Seat (424TR / 424HS) 18..
Adjusting The Foot Plate And Handle
Height (424TR / 424HS) 18..........
Brush Information 19.....................
How The Machine Works 19...............
Pre−Operation Checklist 20................
Post Operation Cleaning 20................
Starting The Machine 21..................
Turning Off The Machine 21...............
While Operating The Machine 22...........
Sweeping 23............................
Sweeping Into Corners 24..............
Selecting High Speed Mode (424HS) 25..
Raising / Lowering The Vacuum
Nozzle (424HS) 25.................
Driving Over Curbs 26....................
Clearing Blockages From The
Vacuum Nozzle 27.....................
Transporting The Machine 27..............
Sweeping Leaves 28......................
Replacing The Plastic Trash Bag 29........
Cleaning The Machine 30.................
Daily After Use Cleaning 30
.............
Weekly Cleaning 33...................
Page
Water Tank 34..........................
Checking / Filling The Water Tank 34.....
Draining The Water Tank 34............
Filling The Water Tank With Deicer 34....
Using Disinfectants / Chemicals 34......
Options 35..............................
Wander Hose (Option) 35..............
Clearing A Blockage From The
Wander Hose 36.................
Clean And Safe Attachment (CSA) /
Dog Excrement Attachment (DEA)
(Option) 37........................
Preparing The CSA / DEA System
For Use 37.....................
Using The CSA / DEA System 37.....
Snow Plow (Option) 39.................
Installing The Snow Plow 39.........
Using The Snow Plow 41............
Machine Troubleshooting 42...............
Maintenance 45.............................
Maintenance Chart 45....................
Hydraulics 47............................
Hydraulic Hoses 47....................
Hydraulic Fluid 47.....................
Engine 48...............................
Engine Oil 48.........................
Cooling System 48....................
Air Filter 49..........................
Fuel Level 49.........................
Fuel Lines 49.........................
Battery 50...............................
Fuses 51................................
Replacing The Fuses 51................
Safety Interlock Switches 52...............
Brushes 53..............................
Replacing The Brushes 53..............
Checking / Adjusting The Brush
Pressure 54.......................
Checking The Brush Pressure 54........
Adjusting The Brush Pressure 54........
Dust Suppression / Vacuum 55.............
Checking / Cleaning The Spray Jets 55...
Adjusting The Vacuum Nozzle Height 56..
Filter Bag 57.............................
Cleaning The Filter Bag 57.............
Water Tank 57..........................
Drain Cap Filter 57....................
Brakes And Tires 58......................
Parking Brakes
(414RS / 424TR / 424HS Only) 58....
Tires 58..............................
Wheel Torque 58......................
Wander Hose (Option) 58.................
Snow Plow (Option) 58....................
Pushing / Transporting The Machine 59.....
Pushing The Machine 59...............
Transporting The Machine 59...........
Machine Jacking 61......................

CONTENTS
400 Series YM036 (12−2015)
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Page
Storage And Freeze Protection 62..........
Storing The Machine 62................
Freeze Protection 62...................
Specifications 63............................
General Machine Dimensions/Capacities 63.
General Machine Performance 63..........
Hydraulic System 64......................
Power Type 64..........................
Tires 64.................................
Machine Dimensions 65...................

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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400 Series YM036 (12- 2015)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The following precautions are used throughout
this manual as indicated in their description:
WARNING: To warn of hazards or unsafe
practices that could result in severe
personal injury or death.
CAUTION: To warn of unsafe practices
that could result in minor or moderate
personal injury.
FOR SAFETY: To identify actions that must be
followed for safe operation of equipment.
The following information signals potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator. Know when
these conditions can exist. Locate all safety
devices on the machine. Report machine damage
or faulty operation immediately.
WARNING: Moving belt and fan. Keep
away.
WARNING: Machine emits toxic gases.
Serious injury or death can result.
Provide adequate ventilation.
WARNING: Flammable materials can
cause explosion or fire. Do not use
flammable materials in tank. Only use
water.
WARNING:Allow engine to cool. Do not
remove cap from radiator when engine
is hot. Avoid contact with hot engine
coolant.
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
- Unless trained and authorized.
- Unless operator manual is read and
understood.
- Under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
- While using a cell phone or other
types of electronic devices.
- Unless mentally and physically
capable of following machine
instructions.
- If it is not in proper operating
condition.
- In areas where flammable
vapors/liquids or combustible dusts
are present.
- In areas that are too dark to safely see
the controls or operate the machine
unless operating / headlights are
turned on.
- In areas with possible falling objects.
2. Before starting machine:
- Check for fuel, oil, and liquid leaks.
- Keep sparks and open flame away
from refueling area.
- Make sure all safety devices are in
place and operate properly.
3. When starting machine:
- Keep directional lever in neutral.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
400 Series YM036 (12- 2015)
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4. When using machine:
- Use only as described in this manual.
- Do not pick up burning or smoking
debris, such as cigarettes, matches or
hot ashes
- Do not sit on seat when manuevering
machine over curbs.
- Go slowly on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
- Do not sweep on ramp inclines that
exceed 20% grade or transport
(GVWR) on ramp inclines that exceed
20% grade.
- Reduce speed when turning.
- Keep all parts of body inside operator
station while machine is moving.
- Always be aware of surroundings
while operating machine.
- Use care when reversing machine.
- Keep children and unauthorized
persons away from machine.
- Do not carry passengers on any part of
the machine.
- Always follow safety and traffic rules.
- Report machine damage or faulty
operation immediately.
5. Before leaving or servicing machine:
- Do not park near combustible
materials, dusts, gases, or liquids.
- Stop on level surface.
- Ensure drive lever is in neutral.
- Set parking brake (if equipped).
- Turn off machine and remove key.
6. When servicing machine:
- All work must be done with sufficient
lighting and visibility.
- Keep work area well ventilated.
- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
clothing, jewelry and secure long hair.
- Block machine tires before jacking
machine up.
- Jack machine up at designated
locations only. Support machine with
jack stands.
- Use hoist or jack that will support the
weight of the machine.
- Do not power spray or hose off
machine near electrical components.
- Disconnect battery connections before
working on machine.
- Avoid contact with battery acid.
- Avoid contact with hot engine coolant.
- Do not remove cap from radiator when
engine is hot.
- Allow engine to cool.
- Keep flames and sparks away from
fuel system service area. Keep area
well ventilated.
- Use cardboard to locate leaking
hydraulic fluid under pressure.
- Allrepairsmustbeperformedbya
trained service mechanic.
- Do not modify the machine from its
original design.
- Use Green Machines supplied or
approved replacement parts.
- Wear personal protective equipment
as needed and where recommended in
this manual.
For Safety: Wear hearing protection.
For Safety: Wear protective gloves.
For Safety: Wear eye protection.
For Safety: Wear protective dust mask.
7. When loading/unloading machine
onto/off truck or trailer:
- Drain water tank before loading
machine.
- Use ramp, truck or trailer that will
support the weight of the machine and
operator.
- Do not load/unload on ramp inclines
that exceed 20% grade.
- Use winch. Do not drive the machine
onto/off the truck or trailer. Do not
push the machine onto/off the truck or
trailer unless the load height is 380
mm (15 in) or less from the ground.
- Set parking brake after machine is
loaded (if equipped).
- Turn off machine and remove key.
- Block machine tires.
- Tie machine down to truck or trailer.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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400 Series YM036 (12−2015)
The safety labels appear in the locations
indicated. Replace damaged labels.
Moving Fan. Keep Away.
Read Operator Manual.
Remove Key From
Machine. Refer To
Workshop Manual −
Located on back duct.
Read Manual Before
Operating Machine −
Located on top cover.
Moving Fan. Keep Away.
Read Operator Manual.
Remove Key From Machine.
Refer To Workshop Manual −
Located on vacuum fan
housing.
Allow engine to cool.
Do not remove cap
from radiator when
engine is hot. Avoid
contact with hot
engine coolant −
Located on coolant
tank cap
Do not open when engine is
running . Refer To Workshop
Manual − Located on back duct.

OPERATION
6400 Series YM036 (12−2015)
OPERATION
MACHINE COMPONENTS
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10
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14 14
15 15
16 16
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9
11 11
15
1. Front box assembly
2. Water tank
3. Top cover
4. Wander hose (Option)
5. Operator console / controls
6. Operator seat (414RS only)
7. Debris bag
8. Rear tire
9. Main tires (2)
10. Front castor wheels (2)
11. Rear mirrors
12. Warning beacon
13. Side access panel
14. Headlights
15. Spray jets (dust suppression)
16. Sweeping brushes
17. Suction nozzle

OPERATION
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400 Series YM036 (12−2015)
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
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10 13
14
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20
21
22
1. Cup holder
2. Control panel
3. Engine temperature gauge
4. Hour meter
5. Engine oil pressure indicator
6. Charging system indicator
7. Glow plug indicator
8. Ignition switch (ON / OFF)
9. Water ON / OFF switch (Option) /
Clean and Safe Attachment (CSA) /
Dog Excrement Attachment (DEA)
switch (Option)
10. Headlight / taillight switch
11. Warning beacon / audible warning switch
12. Vacuum flap lever
13. Throttle lever
14. Brush speed lever
15. Handlebar
16. Emergency shutoff knob
17. Parking brake
(414RS / 424TR / 424HS only)
18. Inner bag spray jet (414S2D / 414RS only)
19. Brush spray jets (414S2D / 414RS only)
20. Wander hose handle (Option)
21. Forward drive lever
22. Reverse drive lever

OPERATION
8400 Series YM036 (12−2015)
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
These symbols are used on the machine to
identify controls, displays, and features.
Glow Plug (Preheat) Oil Pressure
Battery Charge Brush Speed
+Warning Beacon / Audible Warning Headlights / Taillights
Warning Beacon High Speed (Throttle / Brush)
Low Speed (Throttle / Brush) Throttle Lever
Vacuum Nozzle Up Vacuum Nozzle Down
Brush Dust Suppression Debris Bag Dust Suppression
Dust Suppression Control Dust Suppression Switch
Emergency Shutoff 0Off (Warning Beacon / Audible Warning, Headlights / Taillights, and
Dust Suppression Switches)