Werk-Brau WHLP User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Model WHLP
Hydraulic Loader Broom
WB© WERK-BRAU CO., INC.
FINDLAY, OH USA
1-800-537-9561
MANUFACTURED BY M-B COMPANIES, INC.
NEW HOLSTEIN, WI USA
1-800-558-5800
AHA-01971 WHLP

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INTRODUCTION
General ..................................................................................................................2
Operator’s Manual .................................................................................................2
Identication Numbers ...........................................................................................2
SAFETY
Safety Alerts...........................................................................................................3
Safety Decals.........................................................................................................3
Pre-Start Guidelines...............................................................................................3
Operation Guidelines .............................................................................................3
Maintenance Guidelines ........................................................................................4
SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS
Setup......................................................................................................................5
Mounting ................................................................................................................5
Leveling..................................................................................................................5
Pattern Adjustment.................................................................................................5
OPERATION
Pre-Startup Checks................................................................................................6
Travel Procedure ...................................................................................................6
Operation ...............................................................................................................6
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule ..........................................................................................7
Lubrication .............................................................................................................7
Filler Replacement.................................................................................................7
Core Removal .............................................................................................7
Brush Removal............................................................................................7
Brush Installation.........................................................................................8
Core Installation ..........................................................................................8
STORAGE .......................................................................................................................9
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................10
NOTES...........................................................................................................................12
WARRANTY..................................................................................................................13
BRUSH REFILL KITS ..................................................................................................14
PARTS BREAKDOWNS CAN BE FOUND IN THE BACK OF THIS MANUAL

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Figure 1
GENERAL
The WHL Model brooms are hydraulically-driven. A quick hitch is used
to connect to the prime mover.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
You must read, understand and comply with all the safety and
operating instructions in this manual before attempting to set-up and
operate your power broom.
Failure to comply with the safety and operating instructions can result
in loss of machine control, serious personal injury to you and/or
bystanders, and risk of equipment and property damage.
IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS
When contacting your authorized dealer for information, replacement
parts or service, you MUST have the model and serial number of your
unit.
Record the serial number in the space provided. The serial number
plate/decal can be found in the location shown in Figure 1.
Model Name/Number:
Date Purchased: Serial #:
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CAUTION! Indicates a hazardous situation or
unsafe practice which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate
injury or property damage.
WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in
serious injury or death.
DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in
serious injury or death.
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SAFETY
SAFETY ALERTS
Signal words and alert symbols notify of important safety precautions.
SAFETY DECALS
Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains
will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this
equipment safely and e󰀨ectively, we have placed several safety
labels on the unit to remind you of this important information while
you are operating your unit.
All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and instructional messages on
your unit should be carefully read and obeyed. Bodily injury can result
when these instructions are not followed. The information is for your
safety and it is important.
These labels will act as a constant visual reminder to you, and others
who may use the equipment, to follow the safety instructions
necessary for safe, e󰀨ective operation.
If any of these labels are lost or damaged, replace them at once. See
your local dealer for replacements.
PRE-START GUIDELINES
• Install any covers or guards which may have been removed for
shipping purposes.
• Before starting equipment, walk around equipment, making a
visual inspection that all safety devices are properly installed and
secured.
• Check that all hardware, fasteners, hydraulic ttings, etc. are in
good condition and properly fastened. Replace any fatigued or
damaged items with proper replacements.
• Personnel who are not required to be in the work area should be
kept away. Never start the equipment unless you are absolutely
certain that everyone in the area is clear of the machine and
aware it is being started.
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommended start-up procedure.
OPERATION GUIDELINES
Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on
the unit before starting.
NOTE: All reference to left, right, front or rear are given from the
operator position and facing forward.
• To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify equipment. Any
modications made to equipment can be dangerous and can void
equipment warranty.
• Never defeat a safety device to make a task easier.
• Always wear proper apparel when operating equipment; safety
glasses, face shield or goggles, ear protection, and dust mask. Tie
hair back. Never wear loose clothing or jewelry that could get
caught in moving parts.
• Never operate equipment with covers or guards removed. Rotating
parts can cause severe injury. Keep hands, feet, hair, jewelry and
clothing away from all moving parts.
• Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions,
to operate the unit (local regulations can restrict operator age).
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown.
• Be aware of surroundings. Be sure the area is clear of other
people, bystanders or pets. Stop unit if anyone enters the area.
Indicates a hazardous situation
Indicates a hazardous situation
Indicates a hazardous situation
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PRE-START GUIDELINES
• Install any covers or guards which may have been removed for
shipping purposes.
• Before starting equipment, walk around equipment, making a visual
inspection that all safety devices are properly installed and secured.
• Check that all hardware, fasteners, hydraulic ttings, etc. are in good
condition and properly fastened. Replace any fatigued or damaged
items with proper replacements.
• Personnel who are not required to be in the work area should be
kept away. Never start the equipment unless you are absolutely
certain that everyone in the area is clear of the machine and aware it
is being started.
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommended start-up procedure.
OPERATION GUIDELINES
Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the
unit before starting.
NOTE: All reference to left, right, front or rear are given from the
operator position and facing forward.
• To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify equipment. Any
modications made to equipment can be dangerous and can void
equipment warranty.
• Never defeat a safety device to make a task easier.
• Always wear proper apparel when operating equipment; safety
glasses, face shield or goggles, ear protection, and dust mask. Tie
hair back. Never wear loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught
in moving parts.
• Never operate equipment with covers or guards removed. Rotating
parts can cause severe injury. Keep hands, feet, hair, jewelry and
clothing away from all moving parts.
• Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions,
to operate the unit (local regulations can restrict operator age).
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could
be picked up and thrown.
• Be aware of surroundings. Be sure the area is clear of other people,
bystanders or pets. Stop unit if anyone enters the area.
• Always look down and behind before and while traveling in reverse.
• Be aware of discharge direction and do not point discharge
at anyone. Do not point the discharge at glass enclosures,
automobiles, or windows.
SAFETY ALERTS
Signal words and alert symbols notify of important safety precautions.
SAFETY DECALS
Although reading this manual and the safety instructions it contains
will provide you with the necessary basic knowledge to operate this
equipment safely and e󰀨ectively, we have placed several safety labels
on the unit to remind you of this important information while you are
operating your unit.
All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and instructional messages on
your unit should be carefully read and obeyed. Bodily injury can result
when these instructions are not followed. The information is for your
safety and it is important.
These labels will act as a constant visual reminder to you, and others
who may use the equipment, to follow the safety instructions necessary
for safe, e󰀨ective operation.
If any of these labels are lost or damaged, replace them at once. See
you local dealer for replacements.
SAFETY
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SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS
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SETUP
Proper setup and leveling of your power broom will increase the life of
the brush and produces more e󰀩cient movement of material. Visually
inspect the adjustments on the broom before each operating session
and measure the adjustments once every 10 hours.
The following procedures must be followed in the prescribed order in
order to be e󰀨ective.
Once the broom has been properly adjusted, a short operation
period is recommended for break-in; approximately 15 minutes. After
this break-in period repeat the leveling procedure to ensure that it
is correct. Mounting instructions can be found in the prime mover
instruction manual.
LEVELING
1. After the broom is mounted to the tractor, loader, mower, or skid-
steer, park the unit on a at level surface; preferably concrete or
asphalt.
2. If mounting to a skid-steer, lower the arms all the way down and
tilt the quick-attach all the way back.
If mounting to a loader, tilt the bucket cylinders all the way back
and lower the arms until the horizontal mounting shaft is 18”
from the ground. If there is a way to set this location on the
loader hydraulics, do so at this time.
If mounting to a mower, set the down limit location so that
the horizontal mounting shaft is as close to 18” as it can be.
Because of the constrained spaces on some mowers it maybe
necessary that the shaft is higher or lower.
NOTE: Occasionally the horizontal mounting shaft is replaced by
pins or bolts based on mounting.
3. Swing the broom so that it is horizontal and tighten the pattern
adjustment jam nuts. (See Figure 3.)
4. Adjust the swing frame so that it is level by adjusting the bolts in
or out on the back of the swing frame. (Refer to Figure 2). Adjust
both bolts evenly to maintain an even load on the mounting
frame and the arms. Check to see that the frame is level by
placing a small torpedo level vertically on the swing frame or
horizontally on the pivot frame.
5. Recheck for level after any other adjustments, including
pattern adjustment. If the broom is still level continue to Pattern
Adjustment. If not, re-start the process of leveling.
Pattern Adjustment
For leveling,
place level
on vertical
or horizontal
surface.
Swing Frame
Leveling Bolts
Horizontal
Mounting Shaft
Figure 2
PATTERN ADJUSTMENT
1. After the broom has been leveled, the last adjustment is to set
the brush pattern. This adjustment is located at the top of the
broom. (Refer to Figure 3)
2. With the unit set-up on a at level surface adjust the nuts on the
top of the anchor so that the broom pattern has approximately
3” of contact from the front-most contact point to the rear-
most contact point. Loosening the nuts will create more
pattern.
3. Once this adjustment is set, it can be conrmed by running the
unit for about 30 seconds in the down position while stationary.
Stop the broom and back the unit away. The ‘cleaned’ portion of
the surface should be 2” - 4”.
4. Tighten the two pattern adjustment nuts against each other to
lock.
Pattern
Adjusting Nuts
A new broom will have 3
inches of adjusting threads.
Figure 3

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PRE-STARTUP CHECKS
IMPORTANT! You must read, understand and comply with
all the safety and operating instructions in
this manual before attempting to set-up and
operate your power broom.
Failure to comply with the safety and operating
instructions can result in loss of machine
control, serious personal injury to you and/or
bystanders, and risk of equipment and property
damage.
1. Visually inspect equipment and hardware to ensure that all parts
are secure and all hardware is tightened and secure.
2. Check for oil leaks and loose hose connections.
3. Inspect the broom adjustments to ensure that the broom is level
and that there is proper brush pattern. Refer to the Setup and
Adjustment section.
4. Inspect the bristle length to determine if replacement segments
are needed.
TRAVEL PROCEDURE
Follow these instructions for extended travel (i.e. to and from the
sweeping site):
• Move the broom switch to the O󰀨 position.
• Move the lift toggle to the up position until the brush is in the fully
raised position.
• Raise the support stands to the highest position and secure in place.
OPERATION
IMPORTANT! The support stands should never be used
for anything other than as stationary storage
stands to hold the broom up while it is being
stored.
• Ensure the support stands are raised to the highest position and
secured in place.
• Sweep at a speed that is appropriate for the conditions and location.
• For heavy material such as gravel or stones, drive more slowly with
a higher broom speed. For lighter material, drive faster with a lower
broom speed.
• It may be necessary to increase broom contact pattern under
some conditions. If the surface being swept is uneven and causes
the broom to leave upswept patches, increase the pattern size to
compensate.
• If the material being swept is dried-on or di󰀩cult to remove, such as
mud or ice, it may be necessary to drive extremely slow to allow the
broom to “scrub” the surface.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
• Check adjustments – every 10 hours
• Grease bearings – after initial 10 hours, then every 200 - 300 hours
thereafter.
• Grease pivot points – every 50 hours
NOTE: Grease points are noted with an
applicable decal.
LUBRICATION
• Grease bearings and pivot points per the MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE using Chevron Ultra Duty II, Grade 2; or equivalent
high-temp grease.
• There are minimum of (7) grease points on the unit; (4) at the swing
frame tubes, (1) on the swing frame pivot point and (2) on the brush
end bearings.
FILLER REPLACEMENT
Core Removal
1. Lower broom until brush contacts the ground.
NOTE: Steps 2 and 3 apply to each brush drive motor.
2. Remove (2) 1/2-13 x 1-1/2" capscrews, at washers, lock nuts
and motor guard from brush frame. Retain guard and mounting
hardware. See Figure 5.
Motor Guard
RH Motor
Retainer
Washer
Core Bearing
2 Piece
Bushing
Motor
Mount Plate
3-1/2"
Capscrew
1-1/2"
Capscrew
Figure 4
3. Remove (2) 1/2-13 x 3-1/2" capscrews, at washers, retainer
washers and lock nuts from the brush frame. Slide motor and
motor mount plate out of mating splined hub. Let motor hang on
hoses. Retain mounting hardware. See Figure 5. Remove (2)
5/8-11 x 2" carriage bolts and lock nuts attaching core support
bearing to bottom of brush frame at each end of broom. See
Figure 5.
4. Raise the hood and slide core out the front of the broom.
NOTE: The 2 piece bushing can stay in place. This bushing
provides a vibration mount for the motor. To remove the
bushing pull the two halves apart.
Brush Removal
1. Remove support bearing from the hub on one end of core.
2. Remove (3) 1/2-13 x 1" capscrews, lock washers and splined
hub from one end of core. Retain hub and mounting hardware.
See Figure 6.
Core
Lock Washer
Hub
Retainer Plate
3/4" Capscrew
1" Capscrew
Figure 5
3. Remove (4) 5/16-18 x 3/4" capscrews, lock washers and end
disc (wafer retainer plate) from one end of core. Retain end disc
and mounting hardware. See Figure 6.
4. Slide spent brush wafers and spacers o󰀨 core and discard.
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Brush Installation
1. Stand core in upright position and begin lling by sliding a poly
brush wafer and then a spacer down the full length of the core.
2. Note the location of the drive pin on the inside ring of each
brush wafer. Position each wafer so its drive pin is positioned
between the stop anges. Rotate each subsequent wafer before
installing so the position of its pin is staggered on the core by
one stop ange. See Figure 7.
Stop Flange
Core
Wafer Drive Pin
Figure 6
IMPORTANT! Proper wafer and spacer position must be
followed to ensure proper balance on the core.
NOTE: The circular spacers have unconnected, overlapped
ends.
3. Position the overlap of the rst spacer between the stop anges,
rotated one ange ahead of the drive pin location of the last
installed brush wafer. All following spacers must follow the same
staggered placement pattern.
NOTE: Brush surface contact during initial operation will set all
wafer drive pins up against the core stop anges. See
Figure 8.
Stop Flange Core
Wafer Drive Pin
Figure 7
4. Continue stacking the core in a wafer-spacer, wafer-spacer
conguration until it is full, ending with a poly brush wafer.
NOTE: Always start and nish with a poly wafer. The last wafer
should actually extend beyond the end of the core
(minimum 1/2"). The retainer plate compresses the
spacers onto the core when tightened.
5. Install end disc (wafer retainer plate) on core with original
hardware. See Figure 6.
6. Install splined hub on core with original hardware. See Figure 6.
7. Slide end bearings onto hubs. See Figure 6.
Core Installation
1. Position lled core in front of the broom head. Lift the broom
high enough so that core clears the hood and the brush can
be rolled/pushed back into its original position. Once in place,
lower broom head down onto the support bearings at each end
of core.
2. Attach core support bearings to bottom of brush frame at each
end of broom with original hardware. See Figure 5.
NOTE: Steps 3 through 5 apply to each brush drive motor. Apply
grease to splines before installing hydraulic motors.
3. Slide motor shaft into mating splined hub.
4. Install motor mount plate on brush frame using original
hardware. See Figure 5.
5. Install motor guard on brush frame with original hardware. See
Figure 5.
6. Before placing machine back into service, adjust and test for
proper amount of brush pattern. Excessive and/or misaligned
pattern can cause brush failure or premature wear. Refer to
the Setup and Adjustments section of the manual for pattern
adjustment.
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