Stark RSW_S Operating instructions

Original
Operating and maintenance
manual
Rotary broom

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General
Congratulations on the purchase of your STARK Rotary broom!
For us, the long lifecycle and efficiency of your new equipment is a priority. To keep the broom in top working condition,
read this manual carefully before using the equipment.
STARK products are engineered and manufactured in Finland, and each of them is equipped according to the needs of
the customer.
Never let anyone operate or maintain the device without reading this manual carefully! Always make sure that safety
precautions are observed in use and maintenance. Keep this manual for future reference and make sure to hand it over
to a new owner.
The cornerstones of the product development of STARK attachments are quality, durability and economy. The products
are engineered to be high-performing, safe and durable in professional use. Any feedback on our products is welcome
and contributes to the further development of our products. If you have any questions about the use or maintenance of
the broom, please contact us by e-mail: [e-mail]
Visit our webpage www.stark.fi for the complete product range, including new products.
The manufacturer reserves the right for structural and technical changes without prior notice. Therefore, some pieces of
information given in the manual may have changed after printing this manual.
Read before use
Make sure you know your equipment before you start using it.
Equipment may be operated only by an individual who is thoroughly familiar with its use.
All operators must be properly instructed before use and maintenance of the equipment. Use by
individuals with insufficient instructions may pose serious risks to the operators themselves, to the
environment and the equipment.
When coupling the attachment to the base machine, make sure:
-that all locking cotters are intact and in order
-there is no pressure in the hydraulic system
-that hydraulic hoses are intact
-there is no skin contact to hydraulic oil when connecting hydraulic hoses
-not to pull by the hydraulic hoses, but only by the hydraulic fitting
During operation, pay attention to:
-safe, appropriate travel speed
-other traffic, people and animals
-danger zones and objects that block your view
-children
NEVER use the machine, if there is someone in the danger zone.
NEVER go under the attachment.

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Table of contents
General.................................................................................................................................................2
Read before use ...................................................................................................................................2
1. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ..................................................................................................4
2. PURPOSE OF USE ..........................................................................................................................5
3. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................................................................5
4. IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION AND SPAREPARTS.....................................................................6
4.1. Identification plate ............................................................................................................................ 6
4.2. Maintenance services........................................................................................................................ 6
5. MAIN PARTS OF THE ROTARY BROOM.........................................................................................7
6. USING THE ROTARY BROOM ........................................................................................................8
6.1. Attaching the broom to the base machine........................................................................................ 8
7. OPERATING THE ROTARY BROOM................................................................................................9
7.1. Using the rotary broom..................................................................................................................... 9
7.2. Adjusting the mud guard................................................................................................................. 10
7.3. Changing the brush rings (S-model) ................................................................................................ 10
7.4. Changing the brush lists .................................................................................................................. 11
7.5. Detaching the rotary broom from the base machine ..................................................................... 12
7.6. Moving broom to different location................................................................................................ 12
7.7. Irrigation system.............................................................................................................................. 13
7.8. Accessories for rotary broom .......................................................................................................... 14
8. MAINTENANCE OF THE ROTARY BROOM...................................................................................15
8.1. General safety precautions for the use and maintenance.............................................................. 15
8.2. Tightening torque............................................................................................................................ 15
8.3. Daily maintenance........................................................................................................................... 15
8.4. Maintenance after first 10 hours of operation ............................................................................... 15
8.5. Maintenance at 50-working hour intervals or on a weekly basis ................................................... 15
8.6. Lubrication points............................................................................................................................ 16
9. HYDRAULICS................................................................................................................................18
10. WARRANTY POLICY .................................................................................................................20

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1. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The original manufacturer’s EC declaration of conformity:
Generic product name: Rotary broom
Models: STARK RSW 2000 S, RSW 2500 S, RSW 3000 S, RSW 2500 C, RSW 3000 C, RSW 3500 C
Manufacturer:
Lametal Ltd
Kaskenviertäjäntie 2 73100 LAPINLAHTI, Finland
tel. [phone]
Declares that the above-mentioned equipment meets the provisions of Directive 2006/42/EC on machinery and, where
applicable, comply with the standards
•SFS-EN ISO 12100-1,
•SFS-EN ISO 12100-2
•SFS-EN 1050
The person authorized to compile technical documentation:
Lassi Mehtonen
Managing director
Kaskenviertäjäntie 2
73100 Lapinlahti, FINLAND

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2. PURPOSE OF USE
The rotary brooms are intended for sweeping of streets, yards and areas of different size.
3. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Make sure you know your equipment before you start using it. Equipment may be operated
only by an individual who is thoroughly familiar with its use.
Before connecting hydraulics to the base machine, make sure that:
-there is no-one between the attachment and the base machine
-the base machine is turned off and the parking brake is on.
When coupling the attachment to the base machine, make sure that:
-all locking cotters are intact and in order
-hydraulic hoses are intact
-there is no skin contact to hydraulic oil when connecting hydraulic hoses
-you do not to pull by the hydraulic hoses, but only by the hydraulic fitting.
During operation, pay attention to:
-safe, appropriate travel speed
-other traffic, people and animals
-danger zones and objects that block your view
-children
-use of turn signal when driving
NEVER use the machine, if there is someone in the danger zone
NEVER go under the attachment
WARNING! Rotating rollers!
During maintenance, the hydraulics of the base machine MUST be turned off. The base machine MUST also be turned
off and the parking brake MUST be applied. The equipment must be properly supported, if maintenance can only be
performed by going under the equipment. Never go under the equipment if it is not properly supported.
Daily maintenance:
-check general condition of structures, make repairs if needed
-check the hydraulic hoses and fittings, and replace damaged parts
After every 50 hours of operation:
-lubricate points specified in later section of this manual
-check all bolts and nuts for tightness
Check all bolts, nuts and hydraulic fittings for tightness after the first day of operation!
If the equipment is not likely to be used for a longer period, clean it thoroughly after use and lubricate as instructed.
WARNING! Pressurized hydraulic hoses and components!

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4. IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION AND
SPAREPARTS
4.1. Identification plate
Identification plate is placed on the side of the equipment. The plate includes contact information, machine type, year of
manufacture, serial number and weight. (See an example of an identification plate in picture 1 below).
The first four numbers in the serial number indicate the month and year of manufacture (month first). The remaining five
numbers constitute the machine tracking number, which is stored in the manufacturer’s database (13971 in the example
below).
Picture 1. Identification plate
Take down the machine type and the serial number of your rotary broom:
Product and model _______________________________Serial number___________________________________
4.2. Maintenance services
When replacing parts, use original, manufacturer spare parts only. By using original spare parts, you ensure dependable
operation of the rotary broom and comply with the warranty policy. To facilitate the supply of spare parts, always inform
the manufacturer/retailer of the model and serial number of the rotary broom (marked in the identification plate) when
you order spare parts.
For more information on maintenance and spare parts, please contact the STARK maintenance and spare part services
or your retailer.
Contact information for STARK maintenance services:
tel. [phone], e-mail [e-mail]
tel. [phone], e-mail [e-mail]

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5. MAIN PARTS OF THE ROTARY BROOM
Picture 1. Main parts of the device
1) Mounting frame
2) Turn frame
3) Tilt frame
4) Sweeper frame
5) Turn cylinder
6) Flow control valve
7) Broom roll
8) Brush lamella
9) Mudguard
10) Bolt-on STARK FIT -fitting
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

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6. USING THE ROTARY BROOM
When attaching the rotary broom for the first time, make sure it is compatible with the base machine by following the
instructions below. Always check the compatibility when attaching the collecting sweeper to a new base machine.
6.1. Attaching the broom to the base machine
The rotary broom is attached to the base machine by welded or bolted STARK FIT quick hitches. The machine is
connected to a hydraulic system. Hydraulic circuit diagrams can be found in a later section in this manual. Ask your
retailer for available STARK FIT quick hitches.
Before using the rotary broom, MAKE SURE all locking cotters are secured and intact.
When coupling rotary broom to the base machine, please pay attention to the instructions on the use of the base
machine.
1. Make sure that the attachment and the base machine are compatible in terms of mechanical solutions, hydraulics and
electricity.
2. Apply parking brake. The rotary broom is attached to the coupler on the base machine (e.g. a loader). Attach the
rotary broom to the base machine, and make sure the locking cotters are secured.
3. Turn off the base machine and make sure the parking brake is applied.
4. Make sure there is no pressure in the base machine hydraulic system. When connecting, always make sure the
hydraulic connectors are clean and the hoses are intact.
5. Check carefully the attachment’s, the base machine’s and the fitting’s trajectory for collision. Make sure that the
needed space for hydraulic hoses and -attachments is adequate. Check that the brush roll rotates outwards from the. If
not, switch hoses in the base machine.
6. During first hours of operating the attachment, bolts, nuts and connectors might loosen up. Retighten them after the
first day of operating the attachment.

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7. OPERATING THE ROTARY BROOM
Check following before using the rotary broom:
-Broom is installed properly to the base machine
-All locking cotters are in place
-Hydraulic hoses are attached properly
-Hoses are intact
-There are no oil leaks in attachment
-All functions are in order
-Learn the functions of the rotary broom in an enclosed area before actual usage.
-Observe all unusual activity and oil leaks when operating the rotary broom.
7.1. Using the rotary broom
1. Make sure that the attachment and the base machine are compatible in terms of mechanical solutions,
hydraulics and electricity.
2. Apply parking brake. The rotary broom is attached to the coupler on the base machine (e.g. a loader). Attach
the rotary broom to the base machine, and make sure the locking cotters are secured.
3. Turn off the base machine and make sure the parking brake is applied.
4. Make sure there is no pressure in the base machine hydraulic system. When connecting, always make sure the
hydraulic connectors are clean and the hoses are intact.
5. Check carefully the attachment’s, the base machine’s and the fitting’s trajectory for collision. Make sure that the
needed space for hydraulic hoses and -attachments is adequate. Check that the brush roll rotates outwards
from the. If not, switch hoses in the base machine.
6. Lift rotary brooms front and back support legs. Lock them in upward position with locking cotters.
7. Start the broom while bristles are not toughing ground, do not press bristles to ground.
8. Keep the rotary broom in suitable distance from ground (picture 3). Brush ring should bend approx. 20mm. Do
not press the broom too hard with a base machine. Brush rings wear down faster and the attachment could
be damaged!
9. Stop sweeper completely before changing rotating direction, otherwise hydraulic motor might be damaged!
10. Stay alert for any abnormal behaviour and oil leaks also during driving.
Picture 3. Brushing height of the broom

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7.2. Adjusting the mud guard
Mud guard can be tilted in order to increase clearance between rotating bristles and mud guard for example brushing
snow. Mud guard can be tilted by opening lower bolts from mud guard arc and moving inner holes in line with the
mounting holes and inserting bolts back.
Picture 4. Mud guard in upper position.
7.3. Changing the brush rings (S-model)
1. Support brush well, so that it cannot tilt during change work.
2. Remove hydraulic hoses from engine side and cover connectors with plugs.
3. Loosen engine mounting plate (2pcs M16 bolts) and bearing mounting plate (2pcs M16 bolts).
4. Take roll off from side plates.
5. Remove locking plates from roll end, 2pcs, total 6pcs M10 hex-socket screws.
6. Take old lamellas off from roll and replace with new ones.