Windsor QTFSG - Manual

QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 2-1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using a gas or diesel powered appliance, basic precaution must always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: This machine is for d...

HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 2-2 The following symbols are used throughout this guide as indicated in their descriptions: HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL There are three levels of hazard intensity identified by signal words - WARNING and CAUTION and FOR SAFETY . The level of hazard inte...

SAFETY LABEL LOCATION QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 2-3 NOTE: These drawings indicate the location of safety labels on the Tracer FS . If, at any time, the labels become illegible contact your Windsor representative for prompt replacement.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS QTFSG/QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-1 ITEM DIMENSION/CAPACITY Power Source: Gas 20hp, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled Diesel 14hp, 2 Cylinder, Liquid-Cooled Suspension Floating I-Beam Maximum Speed 10k/hour Sweep Path 1200mm Main Broom 812mm Main Broom Diameter 355mm Side Broom 510mm Hop...

CONTROLS QTFSG/QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-2 The weighted root mean square acceleration at theoperator’s arms was measured to be below 2.5m/s 2 for the QTFSG and below 3.2m/s 2 for the QTFSD. The weighted root mean square acceleration at theoperator’s posterior was measured to be below 0.5m/s 2 for the Q...

CONTROLS QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-6 Q – CHOKE (GAS ONLY) By pulling this knob out, the choke is engaged forcold starting. To release choke, push the knob in. R – KEY SWITCH The key switch controls starting and electrical powerfor most machine functions. To start the machine,turn the key clockwi...

OPERATIONS QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-7 BEFORE OPERATING THE FS: 1. Complete the machine data sheet on page 2. 2. Read this manual carefully before operating orservicing the machine. Do not operate machine unless Operationmanual is read and understood. 3. Carefully read the Owner’s Manual that is...

OPERATIONS QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-8 STOPPING THE MACHINE 1. Remove foot from the directional pedal andapply the brake. 2. Raise and turn off the brooms by pulling themain and side broom levers back to the rearlocked position. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Turn the key switch counterclockwise t...

OPERATIONS QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 3-9 TO DISENGAGE THE HOPPER SAFETY ARM 1. Raise the hopper. 2. Place the safety arm in its storage position onthe inside of the hopper lift arm. 3. Lower the hopper. TOWING OR PUSHING MACHINE Gas and diesel powered machines may be pushedor towed easily by bypas...

MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-1 HYDRAULIC FLUID Hydraulic fluid is used with the hydraulic pump tooperate the hopper lift system and the side broommotor. The condition of the hydraulic fluid plays alarge part in determining the life of the hydraulicsystem. The hydraulic fluid used in the...

MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-2 HYDRAULIC FILTER The hydraulic filter keeps the machines hydraulicsystem clean to a level of 10 microns. The hydraulicfluid filter is located just inside the left rear frame.The filter should be changed every 500 hours. TO REPLACE FILTER ELEMENT: 1. Stop t...

MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-3 MAIN BROOM (Refer to the Main Broom Groupand Main Broom Lift Group in the Parts section) FOR SAFETY: The main broom and the vacuum impeller automatically begin to operate when themain broom lever is positioned in the forward end ofits slot. The main broom ...

MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-4 CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE MAIN BROOMPATTERN 1. Using chalk, or similar material, coat and area ofthe floor that is flat and smooth. If a suitablematerial is not available, run the broom for twominutes during the following test. 2. With the main broom rais...

MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-5 SIDE BROOM (Refer to the Side Broom Group inthe Parts section) FOR SAFETY: The side broom automatically begins to operate when the side broom lever ispositioned in the forward end of its slot. The side broom is used to clean debris sway fromcurbs and walls...

MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-7 TO ALIGN BELT 1. Repeat steps 1-7 8. Loosen tension on impeller drive pulley on end of transmission jackshaft. 9. Slide pulley side to side on shaft to make properalignment. 10. Retighten setscrews in pulley. 11. Reverse Steps 1 –7. MAIN BROOM BELT (Refer ...

MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-8 IMPELLER BELT The impeller belt transfers power from transmissionjackshaft to impeller. 1. Turn off machine and set parking brake. FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, apply parking brake, turn offmachine and remove key. ...

MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-9 DRIVE WHEEL CHAIN (Refer to the Front WheelGroup in the Parts section) The drive wheel chain transfers power from thedifferential shaft to the drive wheels. Check thechain condition and tension every 200 hours ofoperation. REPLACING AND ADJUSTING THE DRIVE...

MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-10 REPLACING THE LEFT BROOM SKIRT 1. Turn off machine and set parking brake. FOR SAFETY : Before leaving or servicing machine, stop on level surface, apply parking brake, turn offmachine and remove key. 2. Raise rear cover and disconnect the batteriesfrom th...

MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-11 HOPPER SEALS The hopper seals prevent dust from exiting aroundthe hopper where it meets the broom chamber.There are two side hopper seals and one upperhopper seal. These seals should be inspected forwear or damage daily. When correctly adjusted, thetwo ho...

MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-12 HOPPER DOOR SEALS The hopper door seals prevent debris from spillingout of the hopper before dumping. There are twohopper door side seals, one hopper door lower sealand one hopper door upper seal. The upper sealcan only be replaced by removing the hopper ...

MAINTENANCE QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-13 To clean the filter after removal, use one of thefollowing methods: 1. TAPPING Tap the filter frame gently on thedirty side of the filter down. Becareful not to dent the filter frame. 2. AIR Blow compressed air through thefilter opposite the direction of ...

MAINTENANCE QTFSG/QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-14 ! WARNING ! WARNING ! WARNING SPECIFIC GRAVITY BATTERY CONDITION 1.265 100% CHARGED 1.225 75% CHARGED 1.190 50% CHARGED 1.155 25% CHARGED 1.120 DISCHARGED ! WARNING BATTERY The battery provides the power to start the machine.The battery requires regular ma...

HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-15 HYDRAULIC TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Hopper will not lift Loss of power to rockerswitch Key switch must be on check circuit breaker Low hydraulic fluid Add hydraulic fluid Hopper overloaded Empty hopper Rocker switch failure Test – rep...

PROPEL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-16 PROBLEM . CAUSE SOLUTION No propelling Low battery charge Charge battery. Controller overheated Thermal switch tripped. Allow cool down period. Loose or broken wires ormotor failure Located, then fix or replace wire(s). Check motor forbi...

MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING QTFSG/ QTFSD 98349 05/15/03 4-17 PROBLEM . CAUSE SOLUTION Excessive dusting Dust skirts and seals worn,damaged, not adjustedproperly Replace or adjust skirts or seals. Dust filter clogged ordamaged Shake and clean or replace filter. Vacuum hose damaged Replace vacuum hose. Va...