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V Range 501 l 651 l 801 Maintenance Manual
Johnston Sweepers Limited
Chapter - Scheduled Maintenance
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l Ensure the machine is standing on firm, level ground and there are no obstructions above or to
the rear before raising the body and that the vehicle’s parking brake is applied.
l Ensure the safety prop is used at all times when working under the body.
l Ensure operators are fully conversant with the controls and operation.
l Isolate the air in the systems locker before working on any pneumatically operated or controlled
equipment.
l Disconnect or isolate the vehicle battery when working on the electrical system.
l Ensure the engine is switched off once the channel brush has been lowered for adjustment.
l Be aware of the safety instructions relative to the suction fan given in the equipment maintenance
notes.
l Keep hands, loose clothing, hair etc. well clear of moving parts.
l Do not climb on the walkways unnecessarily or approach the fan inlet whilst the engine is
running.
l Do not grasp any part of the engine or exhaust system without first ascertaining whether it
has cooled sufficiently to avoid scalding.
l Do not use ill-fitting tools such as spanners that may slip and cause injury.
l Use approved safety platforms/gantries when working above ground level. Get a second person
to check periodically when only one person is working on access equipment or inside the body.
l The use of ‘needle stick gloves’ is recommended when changing brushes, using the Wanderhose/
Littasnatch and when cleaning out the machine.
Safety Precautions
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