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Broce BW-260 User Manual

Broce BW-260
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MODEL BW-260
For parts and service, call:
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Waldon Equipment, LLC, 201 W. Oklahoma Ave., Fairview, OK 73737
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Broce BW-260 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBroce
ModelBW-260
CategoryBlower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

WARRANTY

LIMITED TWELVE (12) MONTH WARRANTY

Details the warranty period, coverage, and limitations for the product.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

Form for registering the product warranty and acknowledging policy terms.

SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATION SHEET

Lists key technical specifications of the BW-260 model.

START UP & PROPELLING

CAUTION (Seat Belt Usage)

Emphasizes proper seat belt use and inspection for operator safety.

WARNING (Braking Procedure)

Warns about potential injury or death due to improper brake pedal use before starting.

START UP PROCEDURE

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine and engaging forward/reverse motion.

NOTICE (Direction Change)

Warns against reversing direction while the broom is in motion to prevent damage.

TOWING PROCEDURES

PRE-TOWING CHECKS

Lists checks before towing, including tires, loose items, and lug nuts.

TOWING HOOK-UP

Details the process for hooking up the machine to a towing vehicle, including brake and hitch steps.

TOWING NOTES

Provides notes on unhooking procedures and maximum towing speed limits.

OPERATION OF THE SWEEPING CORE

CONTROL LEVERS AND JOYSTICK

Describes the location and function of control levers and the joystick for broom operation.

RAISE / LOWER / FLOAT DETENT

Explains how to operate the joystick for raising, lowering, and floating the sweeping core.

SWEEPING TIPS

SWEEPING ADJUSTMENTS

Advice on adjusting speed, using down pressure, and multi-pass sweeping for effective cleaning.

WATER SPRINKLING SYSTEM

Guidance on using the water system to control dust and improve visibility during sweeping.

SAFETY WARNING (Flying Debris)

Warns operators about the danger of flying objects from the rotating brush.

EXTENDING BRUSH LIFE

BRUSH DOWN PRESSURE

Explains the impact of down pressure on brush wear, sweeping efficiency, and bristle life.

KEEPING BROOM LEVEL

Details checks for keeping the broom core level to ensure good sweeping and extend wafer life.

PROPER GROUND SPEED

Advises on coordinating ground speed with brush rotation for optimal debris discharge and broom life.

MACHINE OPERATION AND SAFETY GUIDELINES

GENERAL OPERATION RULES

Lists crucial rules for operating the machine safely, including brake checks and protective gear.

TOWING GUIDELINES

Specifies requirements for towing the machine, including vehicle compatibility and safety chains.

MANUAL UNDERSTANDING

Stresses the importance of reading and understanding the entire manual before operation.

OPERATIONS & SAFETY DECALS

HAZARD WARNINGS

Displays and explains various hazard decals for electrocution, sever injury, and flying debris.

CAUTION DECALS

Shows caution decals for hydraulic oil cleanliness and diesel fuel.

TOWING INSTRUCTIONS DECAL

Details specific towing instructions and warnings to prevent injury or death.

OPERATORS PLATFORM & OPERATION CONTROLS

OPERATORS PLATFORM LAYOUT

Describes the location of brake, forward, reverse, and emergency brake controls on the platform.

OPERATION CONTROLS LAYOUT

Identifies various controls on the dashboard, including ignition, throttle, and indicator lights.

FUEL & HYDRAULIC FILL LOCATIONS

FUEL FILL LOCATION

Shows the location of the diesel fuel fill cap and relevant labeling.

HYDRAULIC FILL LOCATION

Indicates the location of the hydraulic fluid fill cap and provides a caution notice.

TOWING HITCH & HOOD LATCH LOCATIONS

TOWING HITCH ASSEMBLY

Displays the towing hitch assembly with warnings about backing and speed limits.

HOOD LATCH

Shows the location of the hood latch mechanism.

MACHINE SERVICE & SAFETY GUIDELINES

SERVICE PRECAUTIONS

Outlines essential safety steps before starting, servicing, or operating the machine.

BATTERY SERVICE

Provides guidelines for servicing the battery, including cable connection order and avoiding jump starts.

ENGINE STARTING FLUID

Warns against using ether starting fluid due to potential engine damage.

LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE

DAILY MAINTENANCE

Lists daily lubrication and checks for steering bearings, tires, and engine oil.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

Covers six-month, three-month, and 150-hour maintenance tasks like wheel bearings and filters.

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Details checking hydraulic oil levels, changing oil and filters, and recommended fluid types.

BRAKE INSPECTION & SERVICE

BRAKE SYSTEM TYPES

Explains the machine's braking systems: dynamic hydraulic, conventional hydraulic, and parking brake.

DAILY BRAKE TESTING

Describes how to test brake pedal feel daily to identify potential issues like air or leaks.

BRAKE FLUID SERVICE

Guides on checking and adding brake fluid, specifying DOT3 and fluid level checks.

ENGINE

ENGINE MAINTENANCE ADVICE

Recommends more frequent fan inspection due to dusty conditions and potential erosion.

STORAGE

STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS

Provides advice on storing the machine, including brush protection and cylinder rod rust prevention.

BROOM WAFERS

WAFER TYPES AND USES

Explains the use of poly and wire wafers for different sweeping conditions and their cost-effectiveness.

DOWN PRESSURE FOR WIRE WAFERS

Advises on down pressure limits for wire or mixed wafers to prevent bristle breakage.

BRUSH WAFER LIFE EXTENSION

Notes that proper use can extend brush wafer life by 50 to 100 hours.