Page 1 • Standard Rear Loader • Rear Loader with Tag Axle • XC Rear Loader • XXC Rear Loader • HD Rear Loader • HD Rear Loader (3.5 YD Hopper) Publication No. 1432584 © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Rev. 0918...
Page 2 Disclaimer: This manual must not be used to repair your vehicle. Repair information is available by calling McNeilus Customer Service at (888) 686-7278. The information in this Operator’s Manual will be your guide to operation and operator maintenance for this equipment.
Page 3 The identification plate contains the Model Number and Serial Number of your refuse vehicle. To serve you better, please fill out the following information and have it ready when calling McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. for parts or product information: Date of Purchase: __________________________________...
Page 4 2.0 Complete Vehicle Decal The complete vehicle decal (Figure 2) details the axle load and tire ratings as the vehicle left the McNeilus production line. This decal is located inside the cab and may be placed on the driver’s door, doorjamb, or the seat riser.
Page 5 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. To order a replacement manual or safety signs, call the at 888-686-7278. McNeilus parts and service number listed in the Foreword of this manual. N O T E This manual is limited to the operation and light maintenance of the refuse collection system only.
Page 6 Foreword 5.0 Parts and Service 6.0 Corporate Headquarters Contact your McNeilus Parts and Service branch locations Contact McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. directly at to order parts, receive service information, or for other our corporate headquarters at the following address, phone assistance.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
3.5 Hydraulics ..............................21 3.6 Electrical ..............................27 4.0 SAFETY SIGNS ..............................28 4.1 Safety Sign Locations ..........................30 4.1.1 Street Side Signs..........................30 4.1.2 Curb Side and Front Signs ......................31 4.1.3 Rear and Door Signs ........................32 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 8 1.2 Outside Rear Controls ..........................43 1.3 Outside Front Controls ..........................45 2.0 CONTROL FUNCTIONS ..........................46 2.1 E-STOP (Emergency Stop) Function ......................46 2.1.1 E-STOP Button In-Cab Control Box .....................47 2.2 Sweep Functions .............................47 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 9 3.5 Refuse Loading Procedure ........................57 3.5.1 Manual Trash Pick-Up ........................57 3.5.2 Residential Cart Loading (Optional Cart Tipper) ................58 3.5.3 Commercial Container Loading ....................58 3.6 Refuse Packing Procedure ........................60 3.7 Refuse Ejector Procedure ........................61 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 10 4.7.3 Daily Inspection ..........................73 4.7.3.1 Tank Integrity ........................73 4.7.3.2 Pressure Regulator Valve ....................73 4.7.3.3 Pressure Relief Valve .....................74 4.7.4 Daily Operation..........................74 4.7.5 Vehicle Handling Characteristics ....................74 4.7.6 Water Tank Sign Identification ......................74 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 11 3.1.1.1 Temperature/Level Sight Gauges ..................86 3.2 Electrical System .............................88 3.2.1 Lighting System ..........................88 3.3 Pneumatic System ..........................89 3.3.1 Coalescing Filter...........................89 3.4 Mechanical System ..........................89 3.4.1 Refuse Vehicle Body and Components ..................89 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 12 3.9 Draining the Leachate Fluid Tank ......................98 3.10 Adding Hydraulic Oil ..........................99 3.10.1 Standard Hydraulic System ......................99 3.10.2 Clean-Fill Hydraulic System (Optional) ..................100 4.0 LUBRICATION ...............................101 4.1 Daily Lubrication ............................101 4.2 Scheduled PM Lubrication ........................104 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 13 Table of Contents TROUBLESHOOTING 1.0 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................107 1.1 Troubleshooting Chart ...........................108 INDEX INDEX......................................111 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
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Page 15: Safety
Read and understand the Waste Collection Vehicle MCNEILUS EQUIPMENT. Safety Guide that is placed in the vehicle’s cab. Please contact McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc, if you require THOSE WHO USE AND MAINTAIN THIS EQUIPMENT assistance. MUST BE THOROUGHLY TRAINED AND FAMILIAR WITH Should operators of this equipment have a reading or learning THE PRODUCT.
Page 16: Battery Disconnect Switch
If more than one person is working on the vehicle, each person must install their own padlock. Figure 2 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 17: Battery Cable Disconnect
1.2 Safety Equipment in individual problems between you, your dealer, McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc., or the chassis Some McNeilus Refuse Trucks come equipped with a five manufacturer. pound fire extinguisher, which has a rating of B:C, and a reflective warning triangle kit containing three triangles.
Page 18: Safety Notices
Danger is used hazard. in the most extreme situations. Take the safety warnings seriously. If you do not understand them or have questions about them, call McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 19: Product Safety Information
Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. reliable operation and prevent serious personal injury. Modifications may not comply with safety Contact McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. if you require standards, including ANSI safety standards, assistance or have questions. and may result in serious personal injury.
Page 20 OSHA 1910.146 Confined Space and Permit- Required Confined Space. Check your local and state regulations. Information is found in the Safety section of this manual. Failure to follow regulations may cause serious personal injury or death. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 21: Cab Operation
Failure to comply can lead truck, and may result in serious personal to a roll over or other loss of control of the injury or death. vehicle resulting in serious personal injury or death. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 22 Failure to heed this warning may result in proceed at low speed (3 mph maximum). serious personal injury or death. Failure to comply can cause serious injury. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 23 McNeilus Operator cause the component to suddenly lower, Manual. Owners and supervisors must whether the E-Stop is pressed or not. comply with ANSI Z245.1 Regulations. Serious personal injury or death may occur. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 24: Outside Operation
Packer. Failure to heed this warning may authorized, trained, and competent to result in serious personal injury or death. perform such activities. Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury or death. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 25 Serious personal injury or death can occur due to a fall. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 26 Never operate the hydraulic system if a leak is present. Serious injury may result. WARNING Never drive the truck with the water tank pressurized. Serious personal injury or death may occur. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 27 4. Never remove pressure regulator or pressure safety valve from tank. 9. Refer to the McNeilus Operator’s Manual or contact McNeilus at 1-888-686-7278 if you have • If regulator or safety valve is defective, it must questions or require assistance.
Page 28 NEVER modify tank in any way. Operating in excess of 55 psi, pressurizing Serious internal injury may result. an empty tank, or modifying the tank may cause serious personal injury or death. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 29 Damage to property or equipment may Failure to do so may result in serious occur. personal injury or equipment damage. WARNING Only hook winch where designated. Hooking winch anywhere else could result in serious personal injury. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 30: Maintenance
Failure to do so may result in a fire and personal injury or property damage. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 31 Failure to do so may result in serious personal injury or death. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 32 DANGER Whenever the tailgate is in a raised position, it must be securely propped or blocked so it cannot fall on anyone. Serious personal injury or death may occur. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 33 Failure to heed these instructions/warnings can result in serious personal injury or death. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 34 Failure to properly inspect and maintain LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures when your Packer may result in serious personal entering the Packer body. Only exit the injury or death. Packer body through the access door. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 35: Hydraulics
Safety 3.5 Hydraulics WARNING Call McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. at 888-686-7278 When working on the Packer, the wheels anytime you have questions concerning hydraulic hoses, must be blocked, the parking brake on, tubes, or pipes. LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures in effect, DANGER and the keys out of the truck’s ignition.
Page 36 Do not spill any hydraulic fluid on the ground. Clean any hydraulic fluid from your skin as soon as you have completed your maintenance and repairs. Dispose of used oil and filters as required by law. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 37 Packer prevent serious injury or death. An as Warranty. example: Brand “A” hose and brand “B” fitting will not normally be compatible. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 38 Serious personal injury can to premature failure. The pump and be avoided with proper handling of the hydraulic hose should be wiped with a components. clean lint-free cloth rather than washed. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 39 Damage or leaking tubing must be replaced before the Packer is returned to service. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 40 Failure to comply can result in serious injury or death. Example: A 50” hose would have to be 4% longer or 52” total length. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 41: Electrical
Failure to follow regulations may cause serious personal injury or death. Packer returns to service. Failure to comply can result in serious injury or death. Contact McNeilusTruck and Manufacturing, Inc. at 888-686-7278 for assistance if required. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 42: Safety Signs
1235986 three lever component If any safety signs on the equipment are not clearly readable, Placed on optional horizontal contact McNeilus parts and service at 888-686-7278 or 1519026 two lever component www.streetsmartparts.com to order replacements. Use only Placed on optional horizontal McNeilus replacement safety signs.
Page 43 0601403 1” Red/White Conspicuity Tape 1260913 Varies Bumper Only 0601932 1260914 Varies 2” Red/White Conspicuity Tape 0602689 1499696 Placed on optional component 0601969 0602621 0602617 0614413 0601929 0602618 0602751 0214618 0614547 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 44: Safety Sign Locations
Safety 4.1 Safety Sign Locations 4.1.1 Street Side Signs 11 2 1 12 with Tag Axle Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 45: Curb Side And Front Signs
Safety 4.1.2 Curb Side and Front Signs 13 37 with Tag Axle 47 48 16 40 1 42 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 47: General Information
1.0 Exterior Systems Arrangement 1.1 Street Side View With Tag Axle Ref No. System Description In-Cab Controls Ejector and Cylinder Side Access Door Tailgate Tailgate with Tag Axle (Optional) Turnbuckle Outside Front Controls Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 48: Curb Side View
Sweep Panel Residential Cart Tipper (Optional) Outside Rear Controls Reeving Cylinder or Winch (Optional) Hydraulic Reservoir - Position May Vary Tailgate with Tag Axle (Optional) Commercial Container Guide and Locks (Optional) Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 49: T-Type Container Specifications
The top of the Min: 45 in. trunnion bar should coincide with the top Max: 49 in. of the container on the side where the trunnion bar is located. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 50 General Information Side Handle Top View Solid bar type Plate type Figure 3 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 51: Type T Container More Than 3 Yd
Max: 1-1/4 in. hooked to the container. The inside width of an attachment through Min: 2 in. which a cable may be hooked to the Max: 3 in. container. Figure 4 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 53: Operation
E-STOP is in the OUT position. on chassis configuration (Figure 5, Item 1). Figure 6 Figure 5 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 54: Rocker Switches
Press OFF to turn hopper lights OFF. EJECTOR Press EXTEND to extend the ejector. Rocker Switch Press RETRACT to retract the ejector. ACTIVATE Press ACTIVATE and hold to enable the Rocker Switch tailgate and ejector functions. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 55: Indicator Lights
Indictor Light bypassed. Light indicates when the hydraulic COLD OIL Indicator oil is cold and is not sufficiently Light warmed up. Light indicates when the PTO is PTO Indicator Light engaged. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 56: Fuse Panel
Open the PDM cover to gain access to the fuse panel. Strobe/Pump Reverse Alarm Reverse Alarm Tag Axle Pusher Axle Work Light Heater Power Light and Spare Switch Power Buzzer Spare Proximity Switch Power Control Power Figure 9 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 57: Outside Rear Controls
The function of the levers may vary on your Figure 10 truck based on the options ordered. Be familiar with the location and functions of the controls on your Packer before operating. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 58 3, 4, 5, or 8 depending (Optional) on the truck options. Position Normal Use or Reading Push control lever FORWARD to SWEEP/PACKER raise the sweep panel. Lever Pull control lever BACK to lower the sweep panel. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 59: Outside Front Controls
Push control lever FORWARD to lock TAILGATE LOCK tailgate. Control Lever Pull control lever BACK to unlock (Optional) tailgate. THROTTLE Push and hold to increase chassis ADVANCE engine rpm. Toggle Switch Figure 12 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 60: Control Functions
E-STOP is pressed or not. Serious personal injury or death may occur. NOTE The E-STOP button remains in a locked DOWN position until it is manually released. Figure 14 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 61: E-Stop Button In-Cab Control Box
• E-STOP(s) pulled OUT • Pump switch ON • Ensure that the side door is closed if equipped with side door proximity switch • Engine speed must be below 1400 RPM Figure 15 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 62 Operation Figure 16 1. Sweep panel up and open. 2. Sweep panel down and closed. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 63: Slide Functions
1. Slide panel in the down position. complete the packing cycle. This cycles the sweep and 2. Sweep panel in the up position. slide panels up together (Figure 17, Item 2). The function Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 64: Turnbuckle And Optional Hydraulic Tailgate Lock Operation
Be sure you have adequate clearance above the tailgate to prevent contact with buildings or electrical lines. Serious injury or death may result if someone is caught in the path of the tailgate. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 65: Trucks With Tag Axle (Turnbuckle)
3. Push turnbuckle down to allow the tailgate to be opened. 4. Repeat Steps 1, 2, and 3 for the turnbuckle on the opposite side of the vehicle. 5. Operate the tailgate controls to open and close the tailgate hydraulically. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 66: Hydraulic Tailgate Locks (Optional)
2. Lift up and hold control lever lock for tailgate lock control lever. 3. Pull and hold the tailgate lock control lever to unlock the tailgate lock. Figure 19 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 67: Lock Tailgate (Hydraulic Locks)
The turnbuckle locks must be manually opened before the tailgate can be raised, and must be manually latched and secured before resuming travel or operation, or before the truck is driven. Figure 20 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 68: Ejector Functions
NOTE The ejector contains an ejector force limiter assembly which automatically controls the maximum amount of force the ejector will Figure 21 develop on Extend mode. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 69: Operating Procedures
Figure 22 temperature is 50° F (10° C) or below. 1. Ejector direction during loading. 2. Ejector direction during unloading. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 70: Start-Up Procedure
At start-up of the equipment each morning, it is important to cycle through each of the main hydraulic circuits to be certain each circuit is functioning properly. Cycling through each Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 71: Traveling Procedure
Manually dump or place refuse into the hopper area. b. Travel to the next pick-up site. c. When the hopper area is sufficiently filled, perform the Refuse Packing Procedure as shown in Section 3.6 Refuse Packing Procedure. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 72: Residential Cart Loading (Optional Cart Tipper)
3.6 Refuse Packing Procedure. Packer. Failure to heed this warning may Optional Street Side control is available. result in serious personal injury or death. Figure 23 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 73 Tipper - If equipped, use the Tipper functions to tip Figure 24 the container (Figure 24, Item 2). e. When tipping process is complete, return the container to the ground, and detach it from the lock mechanism. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 74: Refuse Packing Procedure
(Figure 25, Item 4). the area in the hopper is clear before operating the controls. Serious personal injury or death may result if someone is caught in the sweep or slide panels. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 75: Refuse Ejector Procedure
3. Sweep panel in closed position. 26). 4. Slide panel in raised position. 4. Close the tailgate and lock the turnbuckle or optional hydraulic lock. 5. Pull the ejector control lever to retract the ejector. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 76: End Of Day Checks
2. All equipment is properly shut down (see the Vehicle Operator’s Manual for more information on proper shut down procedures for the engine). Figure 26 1. Tailgate Open Function. 2. Eject Function. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 77: Optional Equipment
PULL the cart tipper lever up to dump the residential cart contents into the hopper (Figure 27). PUSH the cart tipper lever down to lower the cart to the ground. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 78: Container Lock
Make certain that both of the container latch guide bars are securely latched. Use the container tipper, winch, or reeving cylinder to empty the container into the hopper (Figure 28, Item 4). Figure 28 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 79: Container Tipper
To empty the container, PULL and HOLD the tipper lever out to slowly raise the container into the dump position. Release the control lever when the container reaches the dump position (Figure 29). Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 80: Winch Or Reeving Cylinder
Attach the hook of the cable to the rear of the container operating. (Figure 30). Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 81 Unhook the cable from the container, then carefully retract and latch the hook to the cable ring provided (Figure 31). Retract the cable further, just enough to “snug” it securely to the ring. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 82: Lateral Protection Device
LPD mount supports and mount rail assembly, remove the top hinge pin from both LPD rail weldments (Figure 32). supports. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 83 Tilt the LPD down, keeping it hinged to the mount weldments by the lower hinge pins (Figure 33). Figure 33 Reverse the step to return the LPD to its original position before moving the vehicle or going on route. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 84: Auxiliary Axle
Always follow your company’s policies and procedures when raised position. adjusting the air pressure. If you have any questions, call McNeilus Parts and Service branches at 888-686-7278. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 85: Lowering The Pusher Or Tag Axle
1. Bring the truck to a complete stop and apply the parking brake (refer to the chassis manufacturer’s procedure). 2. Press UP on the PUSHER rocker switch or the TAG rocker switch to raise the appropriate axle. 3. Resume normal operations. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 86: Water Tank
OEM water tank. difficult to read. 3. Never pressure test an empty water tank. 9. Refer to the McNeilus Operator’s Manual or Only pressure test a full water tank. contact McNeilus at 1-888-686-7278 if you have 4. Never remove pressure regulator or pressure questions or require assistance.
Page 87: Daily Inspection
• Inspect Exterior with Pressure: If there are no signs tank until a functioning pressure regulator valve has been of damage or exterior leakage, pressurize the tank and installed. repeat the inspection. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 88: Pressure Relief Valve
To reduce the risk of rollover, only drive the truck with the water tank either completely full or completely empty. Avoid (Side Tank Mount) making sharp turns at excessive speeds and other abrupt maneuvers. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 89: Water Tank Operation
The system will be equipped with a pressure gauge (Figure 34, Item 2), an air pressure control valve (Figure 34, Item 3), and a drain valve (Figure 34, Item Figure 35 Figure 34 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 90: Pressurizing The Water Tank
NEVER pressurize an empty tank. NEVER modify tank in any way. Operating in excess of 55 psi, pressurizing Figure 36 an empty tank, or modifying the tank may cause serious personal injury or death. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 91: Depressurizing The Water Tank
(Figure 38, Item 1). Make sure the gauges (Figure 38, Do not drink the water. Item 2) read 0 psi. Serious internal injury may result. 5. Open the valve (Figure 37, Item 2). 10 0 Figure 38 Figure 37 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 92: Draining The Water Tank
Serious internal injury may result. Figure 39 CAUTION Be sure to drain the water tank, hoses, and pipes when operating in temperatures below freezing. Failure to drain the system may cause damage to equipment. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 93 1. Depressurize the water tank. 2. Open the tank drain valve (Figure 40, Item 1) and allow the water to drain. When water is drained, close the drain valve. Figure 41 Figure 40 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 95: Preventive Maintenance Intervals
Continue to repeat the maintenance procedures at the listed intervals. NOTE If the Packer is operated more hours per day or double-shifted, the maintenance interval must be adjusted accordingly. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 96 All intervals listed under the Service group heading must be performed by skilled personnel. Refer to the product Service Manual for descriptions of maintenance procedures. Maintenance procedures are listed under the appropriate affected refuse vehicle system. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 97 Return Line Filter Hydraulic Oil Test HOC Operation Test Main Relief Valve Setting Hydraulic Oil Reservoir Drain Plug Suction Line Strainer Complete all prior maintenance items before proceeding to any hourly service interval. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 98 Winch Gearbox Oil Cylinder pins, bolts, and fasteners Winch or Reeving Cylinder Cable Inspect for excessive wear, corrosion, kinks Complete all prior maintenance items before proceeding to any hourly service interval. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 99 L Lubricate T Torque C Clean Operation Refuse Vehicle Controls Trash Behind Ejector Safety Signs Lubrication Daily Scheduled PM Complete all prior maintenance items before proceeding to any hourly service interval. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 100: Daily Preventive Maintenance Checks
NOTE Check hydraulic oil level during start-up when the oil temperature is still cold. • Check the hydraulic oil level with all hydraulic cylinders in Figure 42 their fully RETRACTED position. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 101 (Figure 43, Item 3) or damage to the system may result. CAUTION Figure 43 Do not operate the hydraulic system with oil below the “low” line on the temperature/level sight gauge. Damage to the system may result. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 102: Electrical System
Check to ensure that all exterior lights on the refuse vehicle and chassis are functioning correctly. Replace any burned out bulbs with the same type. Figure 44 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 103: Pneumatic System
• Daily Checks - The body and components are inspected by the operator or skilled service personnel. Inspect the body and all components for binding, damage, FLOW loose, or missing parts. Figure 45 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 104: Tailgate Seal
1910.146 Confined Space as appropriate. raising or opening the tailgate. Serious personal injury or death may occur. 5. Fold down the ladder (Figure 46, Item 1) (if equipped) to gain access to the side door. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 105: Safety Signs
(see Section 4.1 Safety Sign Locations). If you are unable to determine the proper safety sign or its placement on the refuse vehicle, call McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. at 888-686-7278. If any safety signs on the equipment are not clearly readable, contact McNeilus Parts and Service at 888-686-7278 or www.streetsmartparts.com to order replacements.
Page 106: Propping The Tailgate
Make sure the area above the vehicle is Damage or injury may occur if both props clear of objects and power lines before are not used. raising or opening the tailgate. Serious personal injury or death may occur. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 107 7. Push up on the prop lever (Figure 48, Item 1) to place prop (Figure 48, Item 2) around the cylinder rod. Repeat 9. Turn ignition switch to the OFF position. the procedure for the other side. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 108: Disengaging The Tailgate Prop (No Tag Axle)
(Figure 49, Item 2) from around the cylinder Figure 49 rod. 7. Start the chassis engine. 8. Turn PUMP and PARK BRAKE ON. 9. Close and lock the tailgate. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 109: Engaging The Tailgate Prop (With Tag Axle)
5. Push up on the prop lever (Figure 52, Item 1) to place prop (Figure 52, Item 2) around the cylinder rod. Repeat the procedure for the other side. Figure 50 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 110: Disengaging The Tailgate Prop (With Tag Axle)
Verify that the tailgate prop is properly seated rod. against the cylinder barrel. Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury or death. 7. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 111 7. Start the chassis engine. 8. Turn the PUMP switch ON. 9. Close the tailgate. 10. Swing the turnbuckle (Figure 54, Item 3) into the slot and tighten. Repeat the procedure for the other side. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 112: Draining The Leachate Fluid Tank
7. Draining the tank is complete. Remove your company’s Lockout/Tagout per your company’s procedure. If your company does not have a Lockout/Tagout procedure, follow OSHA 1910.147 and 1910.146 Confined Space as appropriate. Return truck to service. Figure 55 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 113: Adding Hydraulic Oil
Figure 57 NOTE When adding hydraulic oil, take every precaution to prevent contaminants from entering the hydraulic system. Cleanliness is extremely important when working with hydraulics. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 114: Clean-Fill Hydraulic System (Optional)
NOTE Figure 58 When adding hydraulic oil, take every precaution to prevent contaminants from entering the hydraulic system. Cleanliness is extremely important when working with hydraulics. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 115: Lubrication
1910.147 and 1910.146 Confined Space as appropriate. If your refuse vehicle is equipped with a tag axle, refer to the Operator and the Maintenance Manual supplied by the manufacturer for the proper lubrication and maintenance. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 116 Reeving Cable Cylinder Base End Pulleys - Rear (Optional) Two Pulleys - One Horizontal, One Vertical Reeving Cable Guide Pulleys (Optional) Two Pulleys Tipper Cylinder - Base End (Optional) Two Cylinders - One Per Side Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 118: Scheduled Pm Lubrication
SAFETY NOTICE Perform your company’s Lockout/Tagout procedure. If your company does not have a Lockout/Tagout procedure, follow OSHA 1910.147 and 1910.146 Confined Space as appropriate. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 119 Two Hinge Pins - One Per Side Turnbuckle Two Turnbuckles - One Per Side PTO Shaft All Moving Parts Tag Axle (Option) Brake Slack Adjusters Two Adjusters - Two Fittings Per Side Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 121: Troubleshooting
If further assistance is required, refer and Manufacturing, Inc. for service assistance. to the applicable section of this manual or call the McNeilus 5. If you have questions or need help, please call the Parts and Service at 888-686-7278.
Page 122: Troubleshooting Chart
Container Tipper Functions PUMP rocker switch is OFF. Turn PUMP rocker switch ON. not working Engine RPM is too HIGH. Reduce engine RPM below 1400 RPM. System problem. Requires shop service and repair. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 123 Reset circuit breaker. Rocker switch light failure Light burned out. Requires shop service and repair. Short in circuit. Requires shop service and repair. Switch is damaged. Requires shop service and repair. Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 125: Index
Daily Checks Reeving................ 66 Coalescing Filter ............89 Cart Loading Electrical ..............86 Residential ..............58 Hydraulics ..............86 Cart Tipper Mechanical..............89 Control ................. 44 Pneumatic ..............89 Residential ..............63 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 126 Tailgate Prop ..............92 Reservoir Tag Axle ............... 95 Location ............... 34 E-STOP Safety................21 Cab ................47 Tailgate Lock (Optional) ..........50 Function ............... 39 In Cab ................47 Rear ................46 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 127 Daily Checks ..............89 Propping Tailgate ............90 Procedures Tailgate Propping ............92 End of Day Checks ............62 Manual Operating ..............55 Purpose ................ IV Refuse Ejector ............. 61 Scope................V Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 128 Control ................. 44 Street Side Safety Controls Cab Operation ............... 7 Front ..............45 Complete Vehicle ............IV Safety Signs..............30 Curb Side Sweep Front ..............31 Function ............... 47 Electrical ..............27 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
Page 129 Corporate ..............VI Tailgate Prop Winch Disengage..............94 Control ................. 44 Engage ................ 92 Tank Leachate Drain ..............98 Tipper Bar Control ................. 44 Traveling Procedure ..............57 Troubleshooting Chart ................108 Rear Loader © 2008 McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc.
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