Labrie EXPERT 2000 2002 User manual

OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
PRODUCTIVITY THROUGH INNOVATION
RELEASE: July 2002 Part #47029
WITH COOL HAND & HELPING HAND
SUPPLEMENT

FOREWORD
Here is the new Labrie operator’s manual for the EXPERT 2000
side loading unit. We sincerely hope that you will find it easy to
use.
We have designed it in a way that will allow you to easily make
it available to drivers, mechanics, and to parts department
personnel.
Any time that you have a problem with a Labrie unit, you should
contact your vendor first. He should be able to provide you with
the proper help required (parts or technical advice).
FIRST THINGS FIRST:
DO NOT FORGET TO COMPLETE THE OWNER
REGISTRATION FORM AND TO SEND IT TO LABRIE
EQUIPMENT, MAKING SURE TO INDICATE THE “IN
SERVICE” DATE. THIS DATE WILL BE USED TO START
THE WARRANTY PERIOD. OTHERWISE, THE DATE
OF DELIVERY FROM THE FACTORY WILL BE USED.

LABRIE EXPERT 2000
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Table of contents
1.0 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................ 9
1.1 OBJECTIVE ....................................................................................................................... 9
1.2 USEFUL ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBERS .............................................................. 9
2.0 SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS ..................................................... 11
2.1 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................... 11
2.2 GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE EMPLOYER .............................................. 13
2.3 GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE EMPLOYEE .............................................. 13
2.4 LOCKOUT / TAGOUT PROCEDURE ............................................................................ 14
2.5 LOCATION OF LABELS AND LOGOS ........................................................................ 14
2.5.1 LOCATION OF LABELS ON BODY ............................................................................ 14
2.5.2 LOCATION OF LABELS AND LOGOS ON TAILGATE ............................................. 17
2.5.3 LOCATION OF LABELS INSIDE CAB ........................................................................ 18
2.5.4 ILLUSTRATIONS OF LABELS ..................................................................................... 21
3.0 OPERATOR’S MANUAL .............................................................................................. 27
3.1 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................... 27
3.1.1 PRIOR TO START UP ..................................................................................................... 27
3.1.2 FIRE PROTECTION ....................................................................................................... 27
3.1.3 CLEANLINESS ............................................................................................................... 27
3.1.4 SHUTDOWN ................................................................................................................... 28
3.1.5 DRIVING THE VEHICLE .............................................................................................. 28
3.1.6 DRIVING SPEED ............................................................................................................ 28
3.1.7 BRAKE SYSTEM ........................................................................................................... 29
3.1.8 AUTO-NEUTRAL (optional) .......................................................................................... 30

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Table of contents
3.2 CONTROLS DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................... 31
3.2.1 ENGAGING THE PUMP ................................................................................................ 31
3.2.2 PACKER CONTROL STATIONS ................................................................................... 32
3.2.3 EMERGENCY STOP CONTROLS ................................................................................ 32
3.2.4 START CYCLE CONTROL ............................................................................................ 32
3.2.5 RETRACTION CONTROL ............................................................................................. 32
3.2.6 ENGINE SPEED UP CONTROL .................................................................................... 32
3.2.7 MULTI-CYCLE ............................................................................................................... 32
3.2.8 CONSOLE SELECTOR CONTROL .............................................................................. 34
3.2.9 SPEED UP INHIBITOR CONTROL .............................................................................. 34
3.2.10 HOIST CONTROL .......................................................................................................... 34
3.2.11 STANDARD TAILGATE CONTROL ............................................................................. 34
3.2.12 DUAL TAILGATE CONTROL ....................................................................................... 35
3.2.13 TAILGATE AND SWING DOOR CONTROLS............................................................. 35
3.2.14 OPTIONAL CONTROLS ................................................................................................ 35
3.2.15 CRUSHER PANEL CONTROL ...................................................................................... 36
3.2.16 CART TIPPER CONTROL ............................................................................................. 36
3.2.17 PANIC BAR CONTROLS ............................................................................................... 36
3.2.18 CHUTE CONTROL ......................................................................................................... 36
3.3 DAILY INSPECTION ...................................................................................................... 37
3.3.1 APPROACHING THE VEHICLE ................................................................................... 37
3.3.2 TRUCK STARTING PROCEDURE ............................................................................... 37
3.3.3 BODY INSPECTION PROCEDURE ............................................................................. 38
3.3.4 CAB DRIVING CONTROLS INSPECTION PROCEDURE ........................................ 38

LABRIE EXPERT 2000
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Table of contents
3.4 LOADING, COMPACTING AND UNLOADING .......................................................... 39
3.4.1 PLANNING YOUR ROUTE ........................................................................................... 39
3.4.2 SAFETY WHEN USING PACKING SYSTEM ............................................................. 39
3.4.3 HOPPER DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................... 40
3.4.4 PACKING RAM DESCRIPTION ................................................................................... 40
3.4.5 CRUSHER PANEL .......................................................................................................... 41
3.4.6 BAGS ............................................................................................................................... 41
3.4.7 RECYCLING BOXES ..................................................................................................... 42
3.4.8 ROLLER CARTS ............................................................................................................. 43
3.4.9 BREAKING THE LOAD ................................................................................................ 44
3.4.10 STANDARD COLLECTION PROCEDURE ................................................................. 45
3.4.11 CAB FOLDING DOOR .................................................................................................. 46
3.4.12 LOADING CORRECTIVE ACTIONS ........................................................................... 48
3.4.13 EMERGENCY ACTIONS ............................................................................................... 48
3.4.14 PACK ON THE GO ......................................................................................................... 49
3.4.15 STANDARD UNLOADING PROCEDURE ................................................................... 49
3.4.16 UNLOADING CORRECTIVE ACTIONS ..................................................................... 52
3.4.17 UNLOADING EMERGENCY ACTIONS ...................................................................... 53
3.4.18 HOPPER DAILY CLEANING ........................................................................................ 54
3.4.19 CHASSIS DAILY CLEANING ....................................................................................... 55
3.5 COOL HAND AUTOMATED UNIT OPERATION ........................................................ 56
3.5.1 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTION ............................................................................. 56
3.5.2 LOADING PROCEDURE ............................................................................................... 57
3.5.3 TROUBLESHOOTING QUICK REFERENCE ............................................................. 59
3.5.4 LOCATION OF LABELS AND LOGO .......................................................................... 60
3.5.5 ILLUSTRATION OF LABELS AND LOGO ................................................................. 61
3.6 HELPING HAND AUTOMATED ARM OPERATION .................................................. 62
3.6.1 DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................ 62
3.6.2 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................... 62
3.6.3 START UP ........................................................................................................................ 63
3.6.4 LOADING ROLLER CART ............................................................................................ 63
3.6.5 TROUBLESHOOTING QUICK REFERENCE ............................................................. 66
APPENDIX 1............................................................................................................................... 68
EXPERT 2000 SPEED-UP LAST-MINUTE INFORMATION ON CATERPILLAR ENGINE . 68

INTRODUCTION
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 OBJECTIVE
The objective of this manual is to provide, to
the end user, the essential information on the
operations and maintenance requirements of
an EXPERT 2000.
The EXPERT 2000 is a side loading garbage
truck operated by only one person, as was the
previous version, the LABRIE 200. After many
years of experience with the LABRIE 200 side
loader, Labrie Equipment has developed the
EXPERT 2000, a unit that will achieve
excellent performance and reliability with a
simpler but rugged construction.
The operator’s manual and general safety
instructions introduce the operator to the
different operating methods of the vehicle as
well as the safety precautions to be taken. By
the end of reading this manual, the operator
should be able to perform all necessary tasks
required to be done with the company’s
equipment. IT IS TO BE COMPLETELY
UNDERSTOOD BY THE OPERATOR
BEFORE HE STARTS WORKING WITH
THE EXPERT 2000 SIDE LOADING
GARBAGE TRUCK. ENSURE THAT THE
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS ARE
STRONGLY EMPHASIZED.
1.2 USEFUL ADDRESS AND PHONE
NUMBERS
Plant information & Service center:
Address: 175 route du Pont,
St-Nicolas (Quebec), Canada
G7A 2T3
Phone: [phone]
[phone]
Fax:
Sales Dept.: [phone]
Service & Warranty: [phone]
Parts: [phone]
Web Site: www.labrie.qc.ca
E-mail: [e-mail]
24 HOUR SERVICE
LABRIE HOT LINE
(Technical support, parts, service and
warranty)
1-877-4LABRIE
1-877-452-2743

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2.0 SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL
PRECAUTIONS
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION notations
appear throughout this manual and on labels on
and inside of the vehicle.
The word DANGER precedes information,
which indicates an imminently hazardous
situation, which if not avoided, WILL result
in death or serious injury of the user or others.
The word WARNING precedes information,
which indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which if not avoided, COULD result
in personal injury or death of the user or
others.
The word CAUTION precedes information,
which indicates a potentially hazardous
situation or unsafe practice, which if not
avoided, MAY result in minor to moderate
injury to user or damage to the equipment.
The word NOTE also appears in this manual
and precedes information, which is vital to the
proper operation and maintenance of the
vehicle equipment.
In spite of our efforts to build a vehicle that is
as safe as possible, the operator’s safety
certainly depends on the precautionary
measures taken while operating the vehicle. If
in doubt, question your supervisor. Supervisors
or Maintenance Department personnel with
questions should contact the Labrie Service
Center. Continued next page >
2.1 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
It is the employer’s responsibility to be assured
that their employees are qualified and capable
of operating this equipment.
THE FOLLOWING IS GENERAL SAFETY
AND OPERATIONAL PRECAUTIONS
WHICH SHOULD BE ADHERED TO BY
OPERATORS (AND/OR MAINTENANCE
PERSONNEL) AT ALL TIMES.
1. Do not operate this vehicle before having
read and completely understood this
manual and the safety labels on the
vehicle. Maintenance personnel must also
read and understand the Maintenance
Manual for this vehicle (and the
maintenance related information in this
manual). In case of any doubt, see your
supervisor for clarification.
2. The Labrie Expert 2000 and Automizer
units equipped with a Cool Hand or
Helping Hand lifting arms are primarily
designed to be operated by only one
person.
3. The operator of the Cool Hand or Helping
Hand must be in full and clear view of the
operation of the lifting arm at all times.
The operator must be able to stop the
motion of the arm at any time, in order to
prevent injury to surrounding people,
damage to property or to the lifting arm
itself.
4. The operator of the Cool Hand or Helping
Hand lifting arms shall make sure that
any people or obstructions are far away
from the automated arm before moving
it. Failure to do so may result in unit
and / or property damages, personal
injury or even death.
Continued next page >
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION

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continued...
If, however, Labrie’s customer elects to
operate the unit with more than one
worker, the following safety items shall
be installed to protect the co-worker from
hazardous situations.
For example, an additional set of
sustained manual pressure controls for
each additional worker shall be provided.
The actuation of the controls shall take
place concurrently in order to operate the
Cool Hand or Helping Hand lifting arm.
The sustained manual pressure control
shall be located so that the co-worker
pressing it, is not in the path of the arm
and has a clear and full view of the point
of operation.
In such a case Labrie must be informed
of every and all units with a Cool Hand
or Helping Hand operated by more than
one worker. Labrie will then determine
and supply, at the customer’s expense,
the required safety items.
For additional information, please contact
Labrie Service and Warranty Department
at 1-800-463-6638.
Failure to do so may result in unit and
/ or property damages, personal injury
or even death.
5. At the beginning of every working day,
inspect the body, the packing system and
any system that might endanger the safety
of the public and/or the operator.
6. Verify that the mirrors, brakes,
accelerator pedal, steering wheel and turn
signals are in good working order.
7. Do not operate this equipment if there
are any signs of damage or incomplete
repairs.
8. Report any doubts and any equipment
safety service requirements to your
supervisor.
9. Maximum speed, if permitted, while
right-hand side driving is 20mph or 32
Km/h.
10. Keep both hands on the steering wheel at
all times for better control.
11. Do not leave the driving position until
the vehicle is completely stopped and the
parking brake applied.
12. When the vehicle is parked, the parking
brake must be applied.
13. For any work, cleaning or inspecting
being done between the body and the
chassis, the body safety prop MUST be
used. The vehicle must also be on level
ground.
14. Watch and be absolutely sure that there
are no people at the rear of the vehicle
when opening and closing the tailgate(s)
and/or when raising the body.
15. Do not get into the hopper compartment
or try to repair anything behind the packer
when it is working or when the hydraulic
pump is still running. Personnel
authorized to get into the hopper MUST
first complete the lockout/tagout
procedures required by the employer.
DANGER

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2.2 GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE EMPLOYER
(Ref. Norm ANSI Z 245.1 1999).
It is the employer’s responsibility to be familiar
with and ensure that operation is in accordance
with safety requirements and codes including
all applicable regulations, including the
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
and the American National Standards Institute
(ANSI).
It is also the employer’s responsibility to
properly maintain all mobile equipment to
meet provincial/state and federal safety
standards. The employer also has the following
responsibilities:
1. Supply adequate instructions and training
for the safe use of the vehicle before
assigning the employee to such equipment.
2. The employer must keep the vehicle
maintained and properly adjusted to meet
the manufacturer’s standards and
recommendations. If in doubt, contact the
manufacturer or any authorized
representative.
3. The employer must keep a record of any
breakdowns or malfunctions of the vehicle,
and also keep records of inspection and
maintenance.
4. Any breaks or malfunctions that can affect
the safe usage of the vehicle must be
repaired before the vehicle is to be used
again.
5. Meet the appropriate lighting requirements
for working at night (if permitted).
6. Regularly accompany the operator of the
vehicle and take measures to insure the
smooth and safe operation of the vehicle.
Respect all safety measures.
7. Make sure that the backup alarm works
properly while vehicle is in reverse, while
body is rising or while the tailgate is
opening.
2.3 GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE EMPLOYEE
1. The employee must enforce all of the safety
requirements for mobile equipment
supplied by the employer.
2. Equipment is to be operated only after
having received instructions and training
in accordance to chapter 3.0 .
3. The employee has the responsibility to
report any damages or malfunctions of the
vehicle to his employer or his supervisor
without any delay. The employer will then
take the necessary measures prior to the re-
operation of the vehicle to insure its safe
operation.
4. The employee must make sure that there is
nobody near the vehicle before activating
any of the controls and must be prepared to
stop anything in case of danger.
16. While collecting garbage, watch for
explosive objects, such as television
tubes, fluorescent tubes, cans under
pressure, etc. The operator MUST wear
safety equipment, such as safety glasses,
gloves and protective footwear, at all
times.
WARNING

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2.4 LOCKOUT / TAGOUT
PROCEDURE
It is the employer’s responsibility to establish
and apply a “Lockout / Tagout Procedure” for
any inspection, repairs or maintenance being
done on the vehicle, whether it be on the road
or in the employer’s establishment.
LOCKOUT / TAGOUT
PROCEDURE
• Apply parking brake;
• Turn off engine;
• Remove key from ignition switch;
• Put keys in a safe controlled area;
• Tape ignition switch key hole;
• Turn off master switch (if installed);
• Put an “OFF SERVICE” tag on
driver’s wheel;
• Put an “OFF SERVICE” sign in front
window;
• Block any system that could move
by inertia with a proper and easy to
see safety prop (opened tailgate,
lifted body, etc.);
• Move (back and forth) all control
handles to release any residual
pressure in the system;
• Chock wheels on both sides.
2.5 LOCATION OF LABELS AND
LOGOS
2.5.1 LOCATION OF LABELS ON BODY
DANGER, WARNING, AND CAUTION
LABELS
See the accompanying illustrations for the
location and label content of all safety labels.
Labels on the vehicle may change depending
on what special features was installed on the
vehicle and also the type of body and cab
configuration. Refer to Labrie part and service
department for replacement.
1) Notes and warning on these labels must be
obeyed at all times.
2) These labels must be in place at all times.
Report any damaged or missing labels to
the proper authority at once.
3) Replacement of safety labels can be
ordered, free of charge, from Labrie
Equipment Ltd. for the duration of the
guarantee.

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
#92561
#11271
#154921
#149002
#327081
#201542#201482 #20142
or
#107822
2.5.1 LOCATION OF LABELS ON BODY
1: LOCATED ON BOTH SIDE OF THE BODY
2: OPTIONAL ONLY

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#214391
#107821
#CID012501
#CID012601
#10774 #10775
#107761
2.5.1 LOCATION OF LABELS AND LOGOS ON BODY
1: Same location on the left-hand side

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
#09255 #09255
#32307
#9252
2.5.2 LOCATION OF LABELS AND LOGOS ON TAILGATE

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DASH VIEW
2.5.3 LOCATION OF LABELS INSIDE CAB
9250
20140
20177
20425
20428
10781
12338
12369
9246

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
DASH VIEW
2.5.3 LOCATION OF LABELS INSIDE CAB
11733 21137
12308
18334 12104
NOTE:
THE LOCATION OF LABELS INSIDE CAB
MAY CHANGE DEPENDING ON WHAT TYPE
OF CHASSIS AND/OR SPECIAL FEATURES
INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE.

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2.5.3 LOCATION OF LABELS ON CONSOLE
10496
1153710698
10497
12312
10494
12311
12338
32260