McNeilus Pacific Series User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Front Loader
© 2010 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Publication No. 1274072
Rev. 0918
Includes Information for the
Following Front Loader Models:
• Atlantic Series®
• Pacific Series®

Atlantic Front Loader © 2010 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Disclaimer:
This manual must not be used to repair your vehicle. Repair information is available by calling McNeilus Customer Service at
[phone].
The information in this Operator
’s Manual will be your guide to operation and operator maintenance for this equipment.
A
ll information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based on the information available at the time this manual was
published.
The illustrations used in this manual are intended as representative reference views only. Because of our continuous
product improvement policy
, we may modify information, illustrations, and/or specifications to explain and/or exemplify a product,
service, or maintenance improvement.
We reserve the right to make any change at any time without notice. Go to
www
.streetsmartparts.com for current information.
No part of this publication may be reproduced by any means - graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying,
recording, taping, or information storage and retrieval systems for any use or purpose - without the written permission of McN
eilus
Tr
uck and Manufacturing, Inc.
For assistance in ordering OSHA Publications, contact:
U.S. Department of Labor/OSHA
OSHA Publications
P.O. Box 37535
Washington, D.C. 20210
Telephone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]
For assistance in ordering the Waste Collection
V
ehicle Safety Guide, contact:
National W
aste and Recycling Association
1550 Crystal Drive
• Suite 804
A
rlington, VA 22202
T
elephone: 800-424-2869 • Fax: [phone]

Atlantic Front Loader
Foreword
© 2010 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
1.0 Identication Plate
A McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. identication plate
(Figure 1) is located on the left front side of the refuse vehicle
body. The identication plate contains the Model Number and
Serial Number of your refuse vehicle system.
To serve you better, please ll out the following information
and have it ready when calling McNeilus Truck and
Manufacturing, Inc. for parts or product information:
Date of Purchase: ___________________________________
McNeilus Branch: ___________________________________
Model Number of refuse vehicle:________________________
Serial Number of refuse vehicle:________________________
VIN* _____________________________________________
*Refer to chassis manufacturer literature for location.
Figure 1

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2.0 Complete Vehicle Decal
The complete vehicle decal (Figure 2) details the axle load
and tire ratings as the vehicle left the McNeilus production line.
This decal is located inside the cab and may be placed on the
driver’s door, doorjamb, or the seat riser.
The complete vehicle decal (Figure 2, Item 1) includes the
following information:
This decal includes information such as the Maximum rated
weight per axle (Item 2), Gross Vehicle Weight (Item 3),
Chassis manufacturer (Item 4), Chassis build date (Item 5),
Vehicle (chassis) ID number (Item 6), Tire and rim size and
tire pressure specications (Item 7), and the Refuse vehicle
system build date (Item 8).
3.0 Purpose of Manual
This Operator Manual provides operation and operator
maintenance instructions for the Atlantic Series Front Loader®
or Pacic Series Front Loader®refuse collection system
manufactured by McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
The information in this operator manual will be your guide to
operation and operator maintenance for this equipment.
Keep this manual with the vehicle at all times.
MFD. BY McNEILUS TRUCK & MFG. INC
GVWR
FR. GAWR
1ST GAWR
2ND GAWR
3RD GAWR
4TH GAWR
REAR GAWR
LB KG VEHICLE TYPE CLASSIFICATION VEHICLE ID #
INCOMPLETE VEHICLE MFD. BY DATE
TRUCK
nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn
LB
9,072
W/
445/65R22.5
TIRES ON
22.5 X 13.0
RIMS @
120
PSI COLD KPA
830
22,800
LB
10,342
W/
445/65R22.5
TIRES ON
22.5 X 13.0
RIMS @
120
PSI COLD KPA
830
20,000
LB W/ TIRES ON RIMS @PSI COLD KPA
20,000
LB W/ TIRES ON RIMS @PSI COLD KPA
22,800
LB
10,342
W/
445/65R22.5
TIRES ON
22.5 X 13.0
RIMS @
120
PSI COLD KPA
830
11,020
LB
4,999
W/
255/70R22.5
TIRES ON
22.5 X 8.25
RIMS @
115
PSI COLD KPA
790
34,75576,620
MFGR NAME
MM/D/YYYY
20,000
KG
KG
KG
KG
KG
KG
CONFORMITY OF THE CHASSIS-CAB TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS WHICH HAVE BEEN PREVIOUSLY FULLY
CERTIFIED BY THE INCOMPLETE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER OR BY THE INTERMEDIATE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER, HAS NOT BEEN
AFFECTED BY FINAL-STAGE MANUFACTURER, THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN COMPLETED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRIOR
MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS WHERE APPLICABLE. THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL OTHER SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT IN:
MMM
YYYY
MO
YR
S/O #: nnnnnn Body Mount Date: MM/D/YYYY Data Plate ID: nnnnn
3
45
6
7
8
1
2
Figure 2

© 2010 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Atlantic Front Loader
Foreword
WARNING
The operator of this vehicle must be
properly licensed and trained to operate
this vehicle.
If you do not have the proper training and
licensing to operate this vehicle, you are
putting yourself and others at risk of
serious injury or death.
If you are uncertain how to operate this
Packer, inform your supervisor or contact
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
at 888-686-7278.
NOTE
This manual is limited to the operation and
light maintenance of the refuse collection
system only.
This manual does not include the operation
or maintenance of the chassis vehicle upon
which the refuse collection system is
mounted.
4.0 Scope
This manual provides information for use by the equipment
operator under the following headings:
1. Safety. Includes important safety information.
2. General. Includes equipment identication.
3. Operation. Includes control functionality and normal
equipment operation.
4. Preventive Maintenance. Includes basic preventive
maintenance information for the operator.
5. Troubleshooting. Includes basic troubleshooting
information for the operator.
To order a replacement manual or safety signs, call the
McNeilus parts and service number listed in the Foreword of
this manual.

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Foreword
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5.0 Parts and Service
Contact your McNeilus Parts and Service branch locations
to order parts, receive service information, or for other
assistance.
Contact by phone or visit: www.streetsmartparts.com.
We have factory owned parts and service centers near you.
Phone Number 888-686-7278
State City
State City
CA
Colton
CT
East Granby
FL
Tampa
GA
Villa Rica
IL
Sugar Grove
IN
Fort Wayne
MN
Dodge Center
NY
Bronx
OH Cincinnati
OH Columbus
PA Morgantown
TX Houston
TX Hutchins
UT West Valley City
WI Oshkosh
Canada
Ontario and W
estern Provinces 800-265-1089
Quebec and Maritime Provinces 800-996-4937
6.0 Corporate Headquarters
Contact McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. directly at
our corporate headquarters at the following address, phone
number, and website.
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
524 County Road 34 East
Dodge Center, MN 55927
Telephone: [phone]
Corporate Website: www.mcneiluscompanies.com
Parts and Service Website: www.streetsmartparts.com

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SAFETY
1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Battery Disconnect Switch............................................................................................................................................2
1.1.1 Battery Cable Disconnect .................................................................................................................................3
1.2 Safety Equipment .........................................................................................................................................................3
1.3 Reporting Safety Defects..............................................................................................................................................3
2.0 SAFETY NOTICES................................................................................................................................................................4
3.0 PRODUCT SAFETY INFORMATION....................................................................................................................................5
3.1 Safety ...........................................................................................................................................................................5
3.2 Cab Operation ..............................................................................................................................................................7
3.3 Outside Operation ......................................................................................................................................................10
3.4 Maintenance...............................................................................................................................................................13
3.5 Hydraulics...................................................................................................................................................................19
3.6 Electrical.....................................................................................................................................................................22
4.0 SAFETY SIGNS ..................................................................................................................................................................23
4.1 Safety Sign Location...................................................................................................................................................26
4.1.1 Curb Side Signs..............................................................................................................................................26
4.1.2 Street Side Signs............................................................................................................................................27
4.1.3 Front, Rear, and Door Signs...........................................................................................................................28

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GENERAL INFORMATION
1.0 EXTERIOR SYSTEMS ARRANGEMENT ...........................................................................................................................29
1.1 Curb Side View...........................................................................................................................................................29
1.2 Street Side View .........................................................................................................................................................30
1.3 S-Type Container Specications ................................................................................................................................31
OPERATION
1.0 OPERATING PROCEDURES .............................................................................................................................................33
1.1 Start-Up Procedure.....................................................................................................................................................33
1.2 Warm-Up Procedure...................................................................................................................................................34
1.3 Traveling Procedure - Standard..................................................................................................................................35
1.4 Traveling Procedure - Residential ..............................................................................................................................36
1.5 Refuse Loading Procedure.........................................................................................................................................37
1.6 Refuse Empty Procedure ...........................................................................................................................................39
1.7 End of Day Checks.....................................................................................................................................................40
2.0 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS .....................................................................................................................................40
2.1 Cab Controls...............................................................................................................................................................41
2.2 In-Cab Controls ..........................................................................................................................................................42
2.2.1 Refuse Vehicle Button Functions....................................................................................................................43
2.2.2 LED Indicator Light Functions ........................................................................................................................46
2.2.3 Fuse Block......................................................................................................................................................49

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2.3 Arm and Fork Controls................................................................................................................................................51
2.3.1 Street Side/Curb Side Switch .........................................................................................................................51
2.3.2 Commercial Dual Axis, Pneumatic, Single Lever Joystick..............................................................................52
3.0 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ....................................................................................................................................................53
3.1 Dual Lever Controls....................................................................................................................................................53
3.2 Single Lever Joystick Control .....................................................................................................................................54
3.3 Auto Dump Using Single Lever...................................................................................................................................55
3.3.1 Auto Dump Function.......................................................................................................................................55
3.4 Auto Dump Using Dual Lever .....................................................................................................................................56
3.5 Outside Control Box ...................................................................................................................................................57
3.6 Residential Attachments.............................................................................................................................................58
3.6.1 Installing a Carry Can.....................................................................................................................................59
3.7 Pusher or Tag Axle .....................................................................................................................................................60
3.7.1 Lowering the Pusher or Tag Axle....................................................................................................................61
3.7.2 Raising the Pusher or Tag Axle ......................................................................................................................61
3.8 Roof Access Ladder ...................................................................................................................................................62
3.9 Fall Protection Equipment ..........................................................................................................................................63
3.9.1 Fall Protection Roof Anchors..........................................................................................................................63
3.9.2 Fall Protection Systems..................................................................................................................................63
3.9.3 Working on the Roof.......................................................................................................................................63
3.10 Lateral Protection Device .........................................................................................................................................64

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3.11 Water Tank................................................................................................................................................................66
3.11.1 Water Tank Safety.........................................................................................................................................66
3.11.2 Water Tank Purpose .....................................................................................................................................66
3.11.3 Daily Inspection ............................................................................................................................................67
3.11.3.1 Tank Integrity.................................................................................................................................67
3.11.3.2 Pressure Regulator Valve .............................................................................................................67
3.11.3.3 Pressure Relief Valve....................................................................................................................68
3.11.4 Daily Operation .............................................................................................................................................68
3.11.5 Vehicle Handling Characteristics ..................................................................................................................68
3.11.6 Water Tank Decal Identication ....................................................................................................................68
3.11.7 Water Tank Operation ...................................................................................................................................69
3.11.7.1 Filling the Tank ..............................................................................................................................69
3.11.7.2 Pressurizing the Water Tank .........................................................................................................70
3.11.7.3 Depressurizing the Water Tank .....................................................................................................71
3.11.7.4 Draining the Water Tank................................................................................................................72
4.0 CONTROL FUNCTIONS .....................................................................................................................................................74
4.1 E-STOP (Emergency Stop) Function .........................................................................................................................74
4.1.1 In-Cab Control Panel E-STOP Button ............................................................................................................74
4.1.2 Outside Control Box E-STOP Button..............................................................................................................74
4.2 Pack/Eject Functions..................................................................................................................................................76
4.2.1 Automatic Cycling of Pack/Eject.....................................................................................................................76

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4.2.2 Manual Cycling of Pack/Eject.........................................................................................................................77
4.2.3 Manual Cycling with Tailgate Open ................................................................................................................78
4.3 Arm Functions.............................................................................................................................................................79
4.4 Fork Functions............................................................................................................................................................80
4.5 Auto-Level Functions..................................................................................................................................................81
4.6 Tailgate Functions.......................................................................................................................................................83
4.6.1 Open Tailgate .................................................................................................................................................83
4.6.2 Close Tailgate .................................................................................................................................................83
4.7 Top Door Functions ....................................................................................................................................................84
4.7.1 Open Top Door ...............................................................................................................................................84
4.7.2 Close Top Door...............................................................................................................................................84
4.8 Preparation Before Starting Route .............................................................................................................................85
4.9 Body Raise Functions - Dump Model.........................................................................................................................85
4.9.1 Raise Body .....................................................................................................................................................85
4.9.2 Lower Body.....................................................................................................................................................85
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
1.0 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE...........................................................................................................................................87
1.1 DOT Pre-Trip ..............................................................................................................................................................87
2.0 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE INTERVALS......................................................................................................................87
3.0 DAILY PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKS ...............................................................................................................92
3.1 Hydraulic System........................................................................................................................................................92

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3.1.1 Hydraulic Oil Level..........................................................................................................................................92
3.1.1.1 Temperature/Level Sight Gauge .....................................................................................................92
3.2 Electrical System........................................................................................................................................................94
3.2.1 Lighting System..............................................................................................................................................94
3.3 Pneumatic System......................................................................................................................................................94
3.3.1 Pneumatic Lines and Fittings .........................................................................................................................94
3.3.2 Coalescing Filter.............................................................................................................................................94
3.4 Mechanical System ....................................................................................................................................................95
3.4.1 Refuse Vehicle Body and Components..........................................................................................................95
3.4.2 Tailgate Seal ...................................................................................................................................................95
3.4.3 Ladder Components.......................................................................................................................................95
3.5 Operation....................................................................................................................................................................96
3.5.1 Refuse Vehicle Controls .................................................................................................................................96
3.6 Propping the Body Overview......................................................................................................................................97
3.6.1 Unlatching the Body Overview .......................................................................................................................97
3.6.1.1 Unlatching the Body (Single Spring Tie Down)...............................................................................98
3.6.1.2 Unlatching the Body (Dual Spring Tie Down)..................................................................................99
3.6.2 Raising the Body Overview ............................................................................................................................99
3.6.2.1 Raising the Body (Joystick Style Lift)..............................................................................................99
3.6.2.2 Raising the Body (Button Style Lift) ..............................................................................................100

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3.6.3 Engaging the Body Props.............................................................................................................................100
3.6.3.1 Lowering the Body to the Props (Joystick Style Lift).....................................................................101
3.6.3.2 Lowering the Body to the Props (Button Style Lift) .......................................................................101
3.6.4 Disengaging the Body Props........................................................................................................................102
3.6.4.1 Lowering the Body to the Frame (Joystick Style Lift)....................................................................102
3.6.4.2 Lowering the Body to the Frame (Button Style Lift) ......................................................................103
3.6.4.3 Latching the Body (Single Spring Tie Down) ................................................................................103
3.6.4.4 Latching the Body (Dual Spring Tie Down)...................................................................................104
3.7 Propping the Tailgate................................................................................................................................................104
3.7.1 Engaging the Standard Tailgate Prop...........................................................................................................105
3.7.1 Disengaging the Standard Tailgate Prop ......................................................................................................106
3.8 Canopy Lift Procedure (Manual Canopy) .................................................................................................................107
3.8.1 Lifting the Canopy.........................................................................................................................................107
3.8.2 Lowering the Canopy....................................................................................................................................108
3.9 Pneumatic Canopy Lift Procedure (Optional)...........................................................................................................108
3.9.1 Lifting the Canopy.........................................................................................................................................108
3.9.2 Lowering the Canopy....................................................................................................................................109
3.10 Trash Behind the Pack/Eject ..................................................................................................................................109
3.11 Safety Signs............................................................................................................................................................110
3.12 Adding Hydraulic Oil ............................................................................................................................................... 111
3.12.1 Standard Hydraulic System........................................................................................................................ 111

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3.12.2 Clean Fill Hydraulic System (Optional)....................................................................................................... 112
4.0 LUBRICATION...................................................................................................................................................................113
4.1 Daily Lubrication .......................................................................................................................................................113
4.2 Weekly Lubrication ...................................................................................................................................................116
4.3 Scheduled PM Lubrication........................................................................................................................................117
TROUBLESHOOTING
1.0 TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................................................................................121
1.1 Troubleshooting Chart ..............................................................................................................................................122
INDEX
INDEX........................................................................................................................................................................................125
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Safety
1.0 Important Safety Information
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING, REPAIRING, OR ADJUSTING YOUR
MCNEILUS EQUIPMENT.
THOSE WHO USE AND MAINTAIN THIS EQUIPMENT
MUST BE THOROUGHLY TRAINED AND FAMILIAR WITH
THE PRODUCT.
IF INCORRECTLY USED OR MAINTAINED, THIS
EQUIPMENT CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY.
Always keep this manual in a location where it is readily
available for persons who operate or maintain the product.
Additional copies of this manual are available from McNeilus
Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Please contact McNeilus Truck
and Manufacturing, Inc. if you require additional manuals or if
you have any questions about the information in this manual,
this product, or safe operating procedures.
THESE SAFETY PROCEDURES ARE FOR YOUR OWN
PROTECTION.
Do not operate this equipment until you have read its contents
thoroughly. Read and understand the Waste Collection Vehicle
Safety Guide that is placed in the vehicle’s cab. Please
contact McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc, if you require
assistance.
Should operators of this equipment have a reading or learning
disability, dyslexia, or other such condition, they must be
assigned a mentor/trainer to read and explain to them the
entire contents of this manual as well as the safety guidelines,
danger, caution, and warning safety signs on this unit. Such
individuals should not be allowed to operate this equipment
until they thoroughly understand all of these materials. Failure
to do so can result in serious injury or death.
Refer to your company’s safety rules and procedures. Safety
and safe working procedures must be followed at all times.
Perform your company’s Lockout/Tagout procedure. If
your company does not have a Lockout/Tagout procedure,
follow OSHA 1910.147 and 1910.146 Conned Space as
appropriate.

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Safety
1.1 Battery Disconnect Switch
If your vehicle is equipped with a BATTERY DISCONNECT
switch, it is located near the battery box. Use the battery
disconnect switch when performing any maintenance so the
vehicle cannot be accidentally started.
1. Turn the battery disconnect switch (Figure 1, Item 1)
counterclockwise so the hole on the switch aligns with
the hole in the bracket (Figure 1, Item 2).
2. Install the safety lockout device ring (Figure 2, Item 1)
through the holes on the battery disconnect switch and
the bracket.
3. Install a padlock (Figure 2, Item 2) onto the safety
lockout device ring, lock it, and put the key in your
pocket. If more than one person is working on the
vehicle, each person must install their own padlock.
ON
12
ON
DANGER
This energy source has
Unauthorized removal of
this lock/tag may result
in immediate discharge.
Remarks:
been
LOCKED OUT!
1
2
Figure 1
Figure 2

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1.1.1 Battery Cable Disconnect
If the refuse vehicle is not equipped with a battery disconnect
switch, disconnect the negative (black) battery cable rst, then
disconnect the positive (red) cable.
WARNING
For trucks without a battery disconnect switch,
to prevent accidental vehicle start-up, which
could cause death or serious injury, disconnect
battery cables (negative cable first) before
proceeding.
Disconnect negative (-) battery cable first. If
positive (+) cable should contact ground with
negative (-) cable connected, the resulting
sparks can cause a battery explosion, which
could result in death or serious injury.
1.2 Safety Equipment
Some McNeilus Refuse Trucks come equipped with a ve
pound re extinguisher, which has a rating of B:C, and a
reective warning triangle kit containing three triangles.
The re extinguisher may already be mounted to the refuse
vehicle, otherwise it is temporarily placed into the cab of your
truck along with the reective triangle kit.
If you are supplying your own re extinguisher, it must comply
with DOT FMCSA regulation 173.309 and 393.95 for rating
and placement on the vehicle.
You are responsible for permanent mounting of this
equipment. The re extinguisher is required to be securely
mounted to prevent sliding, rolling, or vertical movement. The
placement and mounting location of the reective triangles are
at your discretion.
1.3 Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which
could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform the National Highway Trafc
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc., and the
chassis manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it nds that a safety defect exists
in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved
in individual problems between you, your dealer,
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc., or the chassis
manufacturer.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety
Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-
424-9153); go to: http://www.safercar.gov or write
to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW.,
Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other
information about motor vehicle safety from:
http://www.safercar.gov.

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2.0 Safety Notices
Safety notices are one of the primary ways to call your
attention to potential hazards.
THIS SAFETY SYMBOL INDICATES IMPORTANT
SAFETY MESSAGES IN THIS MANUAL.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, CAREFULLY READ
THE MESSAGE THAT FOLLOWS.
BE ALERT TO THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH.
The following safety notices are used throughout this manual.
DANGER
Danger indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury. Danger is used
in the most extreme situations.
WARNING
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result
in serious injury or death.
Caution indicates a situation that might
result in property damage.
CAUTION
SAFETY NOTICE
OPERATOR’S INSTRUCTION
The “signal words” of DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION
have specic meanings to alert you to the relative level of
hazard.
Take the safety warnings seriously. If you do not understand
them or have questions about them, call McNeilus Truck and
Manufacturing, Inc.

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3.0 Product Safety Information
Read, understand, and follow the safety guidelines and
heed dangers and warnings listed below and contained in
this manual as well as on the refuse vehicle itself to promote
reliable operation and prevent serious personal injury.
Contact McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. if you require
assistance or have questions.
3.1 Safety
WARNING
Safety decals must be replaced anytime
they are damaged, missing, or cannot be
read clearly. Failure to have proper decals
in place can result in serious injury or
death. If you require safety decals, please
contact McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing,
Inc. at 888-686-7278.
WARNING
The Packer must not be modified in any
way without authorization from McNeilus
Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Modifications may not comply with safety
standards, including ANSI safety standards,
and may result in serious personal injury.
Please contact McNeilus Truck and
Manufacturing, Inc. at 888-686-7278 if you
require assistance.
WARNING
Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
such as hard hats, safety glasses or goggles,
sturdy gloves, hearing protection, steel toed
boots, and snug fitting sturdy long-sleeve
shirt and long pants when operating or
maintaining the Packer. Reflective
clothing is recommended for drivers and
employees while packing during hours of
darkness. Serious injury can result
without proper PPE.

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WARNING
Operating, servicing, and maintaining this
vehicle or equipment can expose you to
chemicals including exhaust, carbon
monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are
known to the state of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing
exhaust, do not idle the engine except as
necessary, service your vehicle or equipment
in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or
wash hands frequently when servicing.
For more information, go to
www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING
Read, understand, and follow all aspects of
OSHA 1910.146 Confined Space and Permit-
Required Confined Space. Check your local
and state regulations.
Information is found in the Safety section of
this manual.
Failure to follow regulations may cause
serious personal injury or death.
Overhead Clearance for Electric Cables
Voltage of Electric
Cables
Minimum amount
of clearance from
the electric cables
when the unit is
working
Minimum amount
of clearance from
electric cables
when you drive the
unit between jobs
50,000 volts or
less
10 feet (3 m) 4 feet (1.2 m)
Over 50,000 volts 10 feet (3 m) plus
1/2 inch (10 mm)
for every 1,000
volts over 50,000
volts
10 feet (3 m)
345,000 - 750,000
volts
16 feet (5 m)
NOTE: If local rules and laws require more clearances, you
must follow them.