To extend the life of your curb broom system and avoid costly repairs, follow these simple procedures when adjusting your curb broom:
When making any adjustments, ensure that the unit and broom are on a flat level surface. When checking the broom rotation speed, extension and retraction, be sure to have the power level setting at 100%.
Angle Adjustment
A hydraulic cylinder located along the truck frame operates the broom arm. The broom follows a fixed axis. Adjust the tilt of the broom by using the nut that attaches the motor mount assembly to the curb broom arm. Loosen the nut (fig #1), set proper angle, properly retighten nut. The pitch of the broom is adjusted by using the bolt and nut that attaches the motor mount hinge (fig #2). Loosen the bolt/nut, set proper angle, properly retighten bolt/nut.
Speed Adjustment
speed adjustThe speed of the broom is factory preset, but it can be adjusted using the curb broom relief valve to fit your individual needs. The curb broom relief valve is located on the passenger side of the manifold. Loosen the jam nut on the relief valve and turn the screw counter-clockwise for more speed and clockwise for less. (Note – this relief valve also controls the speed at which the broom extends and retracts)
Turnbuckle Adjustment
The curb broom turnbuckle adjusts how far the broom extends and retracts. Adjusting how far the broom extends also affects how far the broom retracts and vise versa. To extend the broom further, remove the turnbuckle from the curb broom arm, loosen the two jam nuts and spin the turnbuckle counterclockwise and reinstall. To retract the broom further, spin the turnbuckle clockwise and reinstall.
Custom Options: The NiteHawk Engineering Team can design and fabricate unique options to save you time and money.
Cab and/or Hopper Wrap: Custom designs, colors and logos, commercial grade vinyl wrap professional install
Cab and/or Hopper Paint: Commercial grade paint of cab, hopper can be powder-coated to match or a different color
Side Suction Hose: 6″ Suction Hose, 8′ reach, Aluminum Nozzle and Handle for picking up debris outside of paved areas
Passenger Side Curb Broom: Vertical Digger Curb Broom, Independent Controls
Dust Suppression System: Watery Spray System, Front Bumper Spray Bar, Sweeping Head and Curb Broom Nozzles, 100 Gallon Tank Capacity
Storage Tray: 8 Sq Feet storage with 5″ lip driver side mounted for additional easy access storage.
(Not compatible with Alternative Fuel)
Work Light – Rear: Custom Spec Wide Angle View 15″ White LED Bar Light, Rear Bumper Mount. Dramatically increases visibility and illumination of your sweeping path.
Work Light – Front: Custom Spec Wide Angle View 15″ White LED Bar Light, Front Bumper Mount. Dramatically increases visibility and illumination of your sweeping path.
Traffic Advisor Light Bar: Low Profile SUPER-LED Direction Bar. safely notify other traffic when sweeping in busy locations
Multi View Cameras: 3 Camera System, Dashboard Display, Driver side, Passenger side and rear view monitoring provides increased visibility and safer operation.
LED Flasher Bar: High Visibility 17″ Amber LED Light Bar, Center Mounted
Bumper Strobes: High Visibility Amber LED Flashers – 2 Front Bumper Mount, 2 Rear Bumper Mount. Provides 360 degree flasher view of equipment
Rear Magnet Bars: 16″ magnet trays mounted to sweeping head, designed to protect your rear tires from sharp metal debris damage.
Front Magnet Bar: Front Bumper Under Mount, Manual Activation, 72″ wide protects tires from sharp metal debris damage.
Hopper Coating: Interior Coating – Powdercoat or Rhino Lining for additional protection
HD Front Bumper: Heavy Duty Safety Bumper engineered 3/16″ high strength steel, powder-coated, padded front plate designed to protect your investment.
Fire Extinguisher: Driver-side Mount, High Visibility All Weather Cover, 10lb, A/B/C rated
Backup Alarm: External audible alarm, connected to reverse position
Trailer Tow Hitch: Class IV trailer hitch/receiver with 7 pin trailer wiring connection
Alternative Fuel: LPG – Liquid Propane: 21 Gallon GGE, bifuel system
Chassis Options: GMC 2500HD, Cheverolet 2500HD, Ford F250
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Poly/Steel Broom: 75/25 poly/steel blend for longer broom life and better performance
Low Profile Toolbox: 14 Cubic Feet Storage, Driver and Passenger side access doors (locking)
Traffic Advisor Light Bar: Low Profile SUPER-LED Direction Bar. safely notify other traffic when sweeping in busy locations