Schmidt AS 990 - Debris hopper; Tipping the hopper

Translation of Original Operating Instructions
Airport Sweeper / Airport Stand Cleaner
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7.14 Debris hopper
The hopper consists of a self-supporting steel
construction. There is a filter insert on the debris
hopper cover.
The hopper is closed by means of the hinged
hopper door. It is emptied via a hydraulic rear
tipping action.
A mechanical hopper support can be inserted
to avoid unintended lowering of the hopper.
7.14.1 Tipping the hopper
DANGER
Crushing
► Ensure that no persons are in the lowering
or raising area
DANGER
Crushing hazard when the debris hopper is
raised
► Prior to working, fit the support under the
hopper
Raise the hopper to the end stop. The hopper
support (1) swings up over the support console.
Lower the hopper until the hopper support rests
automatically in the support console (2).
Check to see that the hopper support (1) is securely
in place.
Swinging out the mechanical hopper support:
Raise the hopper to the end stop. Using the lever (3),
push the mechanical support guide inwards and hold
it there.
Lower hopper, the support bar (1) slides down
the support guide over the support console (2).
The hopper can be lowered and the mechanical
support guide (3) can be released.
7.14.2 Drainage connections
To protect yourself from flying debris, remain a safe
distance from the vehicle and use suitable protective
equipment.
Observe environmental protection regulations!
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