Operation Manual

© 2014-2015 Minuteman International, Inc.
Armadillo 9X Sweeper #4100033 Rev. D 07/15
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MACHINE OPERATION
BASIC OPERATING CONTROLS &
INDICATORS
IGNITION SWITCH
The Ignition Switch for this machine has three key
positions: “Off”, “On”, & “Start” position.
Starting Gas and LPG engines: From the “Off” position,
turn the key clockwise to “On”, then continue to the
“Start” position. When the engine starts, release the
key. To stop the engine, turn the key counter-clockwise
to the “Off” position.
Starting diesel engines: From the “Off” position, turn
the key clockwise to the “On” position (do not try to
start). Press down and hold the Glow Plug Switch for
10-12 seconds, release the Glow Plug Switch. Turn
the ignition key clockwise from the “On” to the “Start”
position. When the engine starts, release the key.
NOTE: If the engine does not start after 10
seconds: Release the key, wait 1 minute,
and repeat the procedure.
THROTTLE SWITCH (GAS AND LPG ONLY)
The Throttle Switch allows the operator to adjust the
throttle speed. The Gas and LPG engines have three
speeds: Low(idle), Medium, and High.
• The throttle should be in the Low(idle) position
when starting the engine and immediately before
shutdown.
• High throttle position should be used during
operation to ensure proper broom speed and dust
control.
GLOW PLUG SWITCH (DIESEL ONLY)
The Glow Plug Switch is a spring loaded switch used
in preparing the diesel engine for starting. See Ignition
Switch section for operating the Glow Plug Switch.
THROTTLE CONTROL (DIESEL ONLY)
The Throttle Control allows the operator to adjust the
throttle speed. Turn the red knob counter-clockwise (or
press small red release button and pull) to the desired
position. To lock the red knob in position, turn the black
dial counter-clockwise till it engages the red knob.
MACHINE OPERATION