Timan Tornado-400 User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Tornado-400
The instructions apply to the Tornado-400 model with the serial number: 310100-02

INTRUCTION AND SAFETY
CONTENTS
1IDENTIFICATION DATA OF THE MACHINE..............................................................1
1.1 ORDERING SPARE PARTS:............................................................................................1
2SAFETY RULES ...............................................................................................................2
3MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT SAFETY RULES ............................................4
4EXPLANATION OF THE MACHINE WARNING SIGNS ............................................6
5GUARANTEE PROVISIONS FOR TORNADO-400 ......................................................7
6MACHINE DESIGN..........................................................................................................9
6.1 COLLECTION CONTAINER ............................................................................................9
6.2 SUCTION NOZZLE ......................................................................................................10
6.3 SUCTION UNIT...........................................................................................................11
6.4 SWEEPING BRUSH......................................................................................................11
6.5 HAND SUCTION .........................................................................................................12
7INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF TORNADO-400.............................................13
7.1 INSTALLATION OF TORNADO-400..............................................................................13
7.2 REMOVAL OF TORNADO-400.....................................................................................14
8DRIVING THE MACHINE.............................................................................................14
8.1 ADJUSTING AND SETTING THE SIDE BRUSHES ...........................................................14
8.2 ADJUSTING THE SUCTION NOZZLE.............................................................................15
8.3 EMPTYING THE COLLECTION CONTAINER .................................................................16
8.4 FILLING THE WATER TANK........................................................................................16
8.5 FLOATING POSITION ..................................................................................................16
8.6 DRIVING TIPS ............................................................................................................16
8.7 HAND SUCTION DEVICE ............................................................................................16
8.8 STARTING ..................................................................................................................18
9SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE .................................................................................20
9.1 REPLACING TWO SIDE BRUSHES ...............................................................................20
9.2 REPLACING THE BRUSH INSIDE THE COLLECTION CONTAINER..................................20
9.3 PROTECTING THE MACHINE AGAINST FROSTS ...........................................................20
10 TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................21
10.1 WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM.................................................................................21
10.2 THE MACHINE SUCTIONS INSUFFICIENTLY................................................................21
11 LUBRICATION CHART ................................................................................................22
12 TECHNICAL DATA .......................................................................................................24
13 WEAR PART LIST..........................................................................................................25
14 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY FOR TORNADO-400 .................................26
ANNEX 1: INSTALLATION OF THE ELECTRIC LINE TO TORNADO-400
ANNEX 2: INSTALLATION OF THE HAND SUCTION DEVICE
ANNEX 3: SPARE PART CATALOGUE

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Congratulations on your new TIMAN Tornado-400 machine!
These operating instructions will help you to use, adjust and maintain your new machine
properly.
Before attempting to drive or work with your new machine, please carefully read these
operating instructions, especially the section on safety rules.
The right and left designations in the operating instructions and on the spare part lists are the
rear view of the machine in the direction of travel.
1IDENTIFICATION DATA OF THE MACHINE
Manufacturer:Timan A/S
Fabriksvej 13
6980 Tim
Model: Tornado 400
Identification number: Type – product – serial numbers
For example: 310100 – 02 – 1001
1.1 Ordering Spare Parts:
Your dealer will be more than happy to help you to maintain your new machine in such a way
that you can enjoy it as much as possible. Having carefully read these user instructions, you
will find out that part of the service work can be done by you yourself. But if spare parts and
larger service are required, please contact your Timan dealer from whom you purchased the
machine or your local authorized Timan service centre.
To speed up the dispatch and avoid wrong consignments, please give the following
information when you are ordering spare parts:
Machine identification number: ________________________________
Spare part number and the required number of parts
Method of delivery
The machine nameplate is located on left of the suspension hardware.
Find out the identification number and write it above and also on the front page of the
catalogue.

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2SAFETY RULES
IF THIS SYMBOL IS IN THE MANUAL, YOUR SAFETY IS CONCERNED
The user is responsible for the installation of the protective cover and the overall use of the
safety equipment and for compliance with all safety rules.
Careful driving is the best guarantee for preventing accidents. Before using this machine,
please read carefully this chapter. All drivers, regardless of their level of experience, are
obligated to read this manual and other related operating instructions before they start using
the machine. Training for all drivers in safe driving is the responsibility of the owner.
Safety rules are intended for your safety – therefore, BE SURE TO:
1. Inform all persons who will work with or in the vicinity of the machine and who are not
yet familiarized with them about the safety rules.
2. Never start the machine before you are clear about your plan and intention.
3. Never start the machine before all protective covers are installed and closed. Replace or
repair immediately any missing or damaged protections.
4. Ensure that persons who are in the vicinity of the machine keep a minimum distance of
5 m from the machine in case that the machine is started and working. This requirement
does not apply when the hand suction device is used if the operator uses hearing
protection.
5. Stop the implement carrier engine and wait until the engine and the implement stop
completely. Before cleaning, lubricating, adjusting or repairing the machine, remove
the key from the ignition (starter switch) and turn the main switch to the OFF position.
6. The implement carrier quick change mechanism (quick hitch) must always be engaged
when the machine is connected.
7. No other passengers must ever be present on the machine.
8. If the machine is lifted from the ground during a service inspection or maintenance, the
implement carrier quick change system (quick hitch) must be tilted completely back
and locked using the safety hook to ensure safety.
9. If the machine is lifted from the ground during a service inspection or maintenance, it is
always necessary to use the safety support on the implement carrier multifunctional
arm.
10. No objects must be placed in the machine which would block its functions.

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11. When working with the machine, never wear loose clothing and keep a safe distance
from rotating parts.
12. Do not touch your hands to working parts of the machine.
13. Open the tank lid only when the machine is stopped.
14. Look round well where you are driving.
15. Before driving, let always the implement carrier multifunctional arm fall down as much
as possible.

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3MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT SAFETY RULES
1. Before any maintenance or adjustment of the machine, it is necessary to switch off the
implement carrier engine. Always remove the key from the ignition and turn the main
switch to the OFF position (to prevent the engine from starting unexpectedly).
2. Before carrying out any maintenance or adjustment, make sure that the machine is
switched off completely.
3. Hydraulic equipment:
a. The hydraulic equipment of the machine can only be used for the intended purpose
and maintenance and repairs may only be carried out by persons having
knowledge of the hydraulic equipment (including the hazards when exposed to
hydraulic fluid, especially when under pressure).
b. It is prohibited to carry out the adjustment of the pressure relief valves set at the
factory without the prior agreement with the dealer, importer, or Timan A/S
service department.
c. Liability for damage will not apply to damage caused by improper use or improper
maintenance/repair.
d. The hydraulic components used must comply with the rules and standards adopted
by the technician.
e. Before every use, check the hoses for damage (cracks, holes, improper
entanglement, and the like). Replace them immediately if they are damaged.
Protect the quick coupling from the penetration of water and dirt when it is not
connected.
Note: Never attempt to detect any leak in the hydraulic system by hand – hydraulic
fluid under high pressure which escapes from small leaks may not be visible and
even a little drop of oil can cause hand injuries. Use a piece of wood, cardboard,
and the like.
4. Always reinstall the protective covers if they have been removed for adjustment or
maintenance. After adjustment, always ensure that all nuts and bolts are properly
tightened. Ensure that any tools used are removed from the machine before reinstalling
the protective covers and starting the machine.
5. Before starting the machine, ensure that all persons are out of its reach and at a distance
visible to the machine operator.
6. It is allowed to use original Timan A/S spare parts only.
7. Service and maintenance with the multifunctional arm lifted.

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In case that the Tornado-400 machine is lifted from the ground during a service
inspection or maintenance, the implement carrier quick change system (quick hitch)
must be tilted completely back and secured using the safety hook.
In case that the Tornado-400 machine is lifted from the ground during a service
inspection or maintenance, it is always necessary to use the implement carrier
multifunctional arm safety support.
Safety support Safety hook

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4EXPLANATION OF THE MACHINE WARNING SIGNS
When developing the machine, every effort was made to ensure operator protection against
safety hazards. However, in special situations the machine can still represent a hazard.
Warning signs are therefore placed on the machine to reduce the risk of damage. It is
therefore important to pay attention to the hazards indicated on the following labels. Read
carefully the explanation of individual warning symbols and learn their meanings.
Keep the warning signs clean and if damaged, replace them or add the missing signs
immediately.
a. b. c. d. f. g.
a. WARNING: Rotating parts. Keep the safe distance.
b. CAUTION – Before maintaining and repairing the machine, stop the implement
carrier and set the main switch to the OFF position. Use the operating
instructions.
c. WARNING. Risk of crushing your body. It is prohibited to stay or move under
the lifted machine.
d. Do not stay or move under the machine without using the safety support and the
safety hook.
f. WARNING. It is prohibited to lift the collection container lid unless the machine
is stopped and the key is pulled out of the implement carrier.
g. CAUTION – Read the instructions before handling.

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5GUARANTEE PROVISIONS FOR TORNADO-400
Liability for defects on delivery:
1. For all the parts where it is proved that they are not usable or that their usability is
significantly reduced for reasons caused before the takeover, especially manufacturing
defects, bad material, or faulty design, their repair or replacement will be carried out
free of charge at the discretion of the supplier or after appropriate examination. The
supplier must be informed of defects determined in this way immediately in writing.
The replaced parts are the property of the supplier.
The guarantee period is 1,000 hours of operation or 12 months whatever comes sooner.
Liability expires not later than 12 months after the goods leave the factory or are taken
over by the end customer.
For important parts of a different brand, the supplier’s liability is limited to the
guarantee given by the supplier of the other brand.
2. Liability does not arise for damage caused by the following reasons:
Improper or unauthorized use, incorrect installation or starting by the customer or
a third party, natural wear, incorrect or careless handling, improper operation
equipment, replaceable parts, lack of installation, or chemical or electrical influences if
they cannot be transferred back to the supplier.
3. The customer is obligated to give the supplier by agreement the time and possibilities
necessary for carrying out any improvements and supplies of spare parts as reasonably
assessed by the supplier. Otherwise, the supplier is released of its liability. However, if
work safety is still endangered and to avoid excessive damage, the customer - after
concluding the relevant agreement with the supplier - is entitled to remedy the defect by
itself or through a third party and to obtain pre-agreed compensation.
4. If (in accordance with par. 2) a defect is shown, the supplier shall bear the costs of spare
parts, including the transport costs and the appropriate installation costs at the
supplier’s rates known. It also bears the costs if in individual cases it is possible to
require extra assistance and help of technicians who may be provided by the supplier.
The payment of the other costs is the customer’s responsibility.
Wrongly filled in complaint records will not be taken into consideration.
A repair will be carried out without undue delay, not later than 14 days from the date
when the damaged was incurred.
Complaint records received by the importer after the lapse of 8 days from the date of
repair will not be recognized.
The parts under claim which are required by Timan A/S to be returned must be
delivered not later than within 8 working days after the takeover of the spare parts. The
returned parts will be accepted only if they bear the label and the complaint record
number.

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Any decision concerning a complaint can be appealed against not later than within
3 weeks after the takeover of the complaint.
5. The guarantee period for spare parts and repairs is three months. However, this
guarantee period applies only until the end of the original guarantee period for the
relevant delivery.
6. If unauthorized modifications or repairs are carried out by the customer or a third party
without prior agreement with the supplier, the liability for any damage caused by such
modifications or repairs ceases to exist.
7. Other claims of the customer, especially the claim for compensation of damage not
caused on the machine, are excluded.

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6MACHINE DESIGN
The machine is mounted on the implement carrier tilting frame with a hydraulic quick change
device (quick hitch).
The machine collection container is an integral part of the machine frame, which ensures the
compact design and a good driver’s view of the sweeping brushes.
When the collection container is full, the machine can be lifted above the container using the
implement carrier multifunctional arm and then the bottom of the collection container is
hydraulically opened and the collection container is emptied.
To reduce dust, the machine is equipped with a water tank, a water pump (12 V), a filter, and
a water nozzle.
2) 4) 3) 1)
The machine has the following main parts:
1) Collection container
2) Suction nozzle
3) Suction unit
4) Sweeping brush
5) Hand suction device - additional equipment
6.1 Collection Container
The machine includes a collection container with a volume of 400 l. The implement carrier is
connected to it using its hydraulic quick hitch.
On the front of the collection container there is a rubber wheel, thanks to which the machine
always floats on the surface.
5)

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The machine also includes a water tank with a capacity of 50 litres and a water jet designed to
moisten the environment to eliminate dust generated during work. A jet is placed at each side
brush and on the brush before the suction device leading to the tank.
On the top of the collection container there is a turning handle, using which it is possible to
adjust suction to the suction nozzle (Fig. 1) or to the hand suction device (Fig. 2).
6.2 Suction Nozzle
The suction head is firmly attached to the machine using two free arms (a), on which the eye
rod (b) is welded. Two wheels (c) are mounted on each side of the nozzle.
The suction hose floats on the terrain and keeps a constant distance from the surface.
On the front of the nozzle there is a rubber cover, which is firmly attached to the hydraulic
cylinder (d). In the case of large objects, the suction nozzle opening can be enlarged by
activating the cylinder.
A mirror (e) is located on the front of the machine; the operator can see if the suction nozzle is
clogged or the flap should be raised for large objects.
Fig. 1: Suction from the hand suction
Fig, 2: Suction from the suction nozzle
a
b
c
d
e

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6.3 Suction Unit
The suction unit is mounted on the hinged lid (a), which facilitates the servicing and cleaning
of the unit. The suction device is driven hydraulically by a hydraulic motor.
Important: Never open the lid if the machine is in operation.
To reduce the dust concentration from the machine exhaust air, the suction unit is equipped
with the rotating brush (b). Due to the brush large particles cannot enter the suction wheel.
The brush sorts fine dust particles and takes them into the collection container.
If the weather is dry, the brush can be kept wet using the water jet (c), which increases the
size of the particles and thus increases the efficiency of the brush.
6.4 Sweeping Brush
The machine is equipped with 2 hydraulically driven sweeping brushes (a), which are
suspended from the parallel arms. This ensures that they will always float on the surface and
that the angle which is included by the brushes and the surface when they are worn does not
change.
The hand control button on the flow control valve (b) on the right side of the machine can
continuously adjust the speed of rotation of the sweeping brushes.
The hydraulic cylinder (c) enables to adjust stepless the width of sweeping from 1,360 mm to
1,800 mm for new brushes.
a c b
a
c
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6.5 Hand Suction
Also a hand suction device for cleaning the areas where it is not possible to drive the machine
can be part of the machine as additional equipment.
The hand suction device is placed in the holder (a) on the implement carrier multifunctional
arm. To be of lightweight construction, the hand suction device is made of aluminium.
The eight meters long flexible hose is empty during transport and is stored as an integral part
of the hand suction device.
When disconnected from the machine, the hand suction device is placed on the front of the
machine.
Important: When using the hand suction device, always use hearing protection.
a)

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7INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF TORNADO-400
7.1 Installation of Tornado-400
1. Connect the machine using the implement carrier quick change system (quick hitch).
Activate the hitch to secure the machine firmly to the implement carrier.
2. Lift the machine 100 mm above the ground and tilt it forward in such a way that the
wheel in the front of the machine touches the ground. This will give you more space
for connecting the hydraulic hoses.
3. Stop the implement carrier; the pressure on 3 hydraulic ports on the multifunctional
arm will be released.
4. Disconnect the hydraulic hoses for the quick hitch and place them into the holder on
the bottom of the multifunctional arm (1).
5. Connect four ¼'' hydraulic quick couplings. Please note that the hoses are arranged as
2 and 2. The longest hose must be placed on the highest level on the multifunctional
arm.
6. Connect the drain hose.
7. Connect the light plug (3).
8. Connect 2 pieces of 3/4'' hydraulic quick couplings (4). The longest of them is placed
on the highest level.
9. Additional equipment: Pull the hand suction device out of the holder on the machine
(5) and place it on the multifunctional arm, where it will be placed into the appropriate
holder (6). Then secure the adjusting screw (7).

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7.2 Removal of Tornado-400
When removing the sweeping/suction machine, proceed in reverse order.
Make sure that before driving the implement carrier from the machine all hydraulic hoses,
lines, and hand suction device are disconnected from the machine.
8DRIVING THE MACHINE
8.1 Adjusting and Setting the Side Brushes
Use the top bar (c) to set the brush angle in
such a way that only the front half of the brush
touches the surface. The brushes must touch
the surface just enough to be able to sweep
throughout their working widths. Use the
attached spanner to loosen the lock nut.
For optimal sweeping, it is necessary to rotate
the brush bracket (d). Rotate the right brush
a few degrees clockwise and rotate the left
brush counter clockwise. Thus, the brush will
operate on the external side.
Adjust by loosening 3 bolts (e) on the turning
bracket.
d) e) c)
The hydraulic cylinder (f) enables to set the working width of the sweeping brushes between
1,360 mm and 1,800 mm (new brush).
When the brushes are gradually worn, material residues will remain near the suction nozzle
when driving with the full working width.
To avoid this, set the machine to the
maximum sweeping width. Do this by
loosening the lock nut (g) using the attached
spanner and then tighten the bolt until the
brush reaches the same level as the inner
edge of the suction nozzle. Make sure to
retighten the lock nut after adjustment.
After starting the machine, the brushes will
automatically move against the limit switches (h)
on which the cylinder (f) is mounted.
The spring (i) determines whether the right or left
brush will move the first on expanding the
cylinder, depending on whether the spring is
located on the right or left side of the machine.
If the spring is placed on the right side as shown
in the figure, the left brush is lifted first.
f)
i)
f)
g)
h)
i)

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The speed of rotation of the brushes can be
adjusted using the adjustment screw (k).
The speed of rotation of the brushes depends
partly on the speed of travel of the machine and
partly on the surface material.
The brushes can be manually stopped using the
ball valve (l). Turn the handle approx. ¼ of a
turn.
8.2 Adjusting the Suction Nozzle
To achieve the optimal suction power, it is important to set and adjust the wheels properly.
1. Find a smooth and level ground to place the sweeper on. Place the sweeper on the
ground.
2. Stop the implement carrier.
3. Place the small disc under the front of the suction mouth, and the square plate under
the rear of the suction mouth. The disc is 2,5 mm thick, and the plate is 5 mm thick.
4. Adjust the screws until the suction mouth is just above the disc and plate. Lock the
screws.
Wrong adjustment reduces the life of the wheels and reduces the suction power of the
machine. Check adjustment every 50 hours.
k)
l)

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8.3 Emptying the Collection Container
Empty the collection container directly onto
the ground or into a container.
To open the bottom of the collection
container, the suction device and the brushes
must be off.
When emptying the collection container,
remain seating on the driver’s seat and keep
the door closed.
Warning! It is forbidden to stay near the
machine during emptying the collection
container.
8.4 Filling the Water Tank
1. Fill the water tank with water.
2. The sweeper includes a water jet designed to moisten the environment to eliminate dust
generated during work. A jet is placed at each sweeping brush and another one is placed on
the middle brush inside the container. If all the three jets are used, water consumption is
approx. 1.2 litres per minute.
The water content in the container can be found on the transparent plastic hose on the right
side of the water tank.
8.5 Floating Position
When driving the machine, the implement carrier
multifunctional arm falls completely down and
the hydraulic quick change system (quick hitch) is
tilted completely to the rear.
The quick change system (quick hitch) is tilted
forward until the chain is loose (b).
The rubber wheel in the front of the machine can
now float because if there is any unevenness on
the surface, the machine will pivot around the
point (c).
8.6 Driving Tips
After sweeping, material often remains captured between the brush and the suction nozzle and
can be removed by putting the brushes to each other and reversing one meter back (with the
brushes rotating) and then you can drive forward again.
8.7 Hand Suction Device
The procedure for preparing hand suction:
1) Start the machine and set the number of revolutions on the implement carrier to the
required level.
2) In dusty conditions, when the sprayer is used, close the water jets on the side brushes
using the ball valve (a) not to waste water unnecessarily.