TM 5-3825-230-14&P
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Sweeping.
(1)
Connect sweeper to tow vehicle (para 2-8f).
(2)
Select brush angle (para 2-8d).
(3)
Fill water tank and open water tank shutoff valve (para 2-8e), if sprinkler system is to be used.
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Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury to personnel.
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Keep body parts away from the space between broom hood and frame when raising the
broom or injury to personnel may result. Operator may have to use control levers from right side
of vehicle if brush angle is turned to the left side.
(4)
Start engine (para 2-8a).
(5)
Lower broom (1) to float position by moving broom control lever (2) fully down.
NOTE
For most conditions operation at full throttle is recommended. In light sweeping applications,
throttle setting may be reduced. Reduced throttle setting may extend broom life.
(6)
Pull throttle handle (3) fully out and lock it in position by turning it to either the left or right until it tightens.
(7)
Start broom (1) by moving brush motor control lever (4) up.
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