Farmers Factory Company

ANGLE BROOM
OWNER'S & OPERATOR'S MANUAL

Models covered:

LAF2873, LAF2848, LAF8305,

and LAF8251
OWNER'S & OPERATOR'S MANUAL
FFC PART # MR05589

FARMERS FACTORY COMPANY

100 EAST LEE ROAD
LEE, IL 60530
1-800-747-2132
04-13-01

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction, General Information, Serial Number.1
Owner and Operator Safety Information.................................................................2-5
Definitions of Safety Terms and Symbols, Accident Prevention......2
Safety Instructions......................................................................................3-4
Safety Signs...............................................................................................5
Power Unit Specifications, Mounting, Hydraulic Connection ...................6
Setup .....................................................................................................................7
Operation ..............................................................................................8
Maintenance ...........................................................................................9-10
Service .................................................................................................10-11
Storage ......................................................................................................11
Parts Illustration........................................................................................................12
Parts List..............................................................................................................13-14
Specifications ...........................................................................................................15
Warranty ..........................................................................................................i
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a new Farmers Factory Company Angle Broom. This product has been
designed and built to sweep dust, dirt, gravel, snow, and other loose debris off of relatively hard, flat surfaces. This
product can also be used for sweeping thatch out of grass. You or any other person who will be assembling, operating,
maintaining, or working with this product are required to read and completely understand the information and instructions
contained in this manual. If anyone does not fully understand every part of this manual, please obtain further assistance
by contacting the dealer from which this product was purchased or by contacting FFC at the telephone number or address
listed on the cover of this manual. Keep this manual available for reference whenever this product is being handled or
used. Provide this manual to any new owners and/or operators.
This manual covers model(s) LAF2873, LAF2848, LAF8305, and LAF8251. The difference between the models
is the width and number of drive motors of the product, details of which are covered on the parts list and specifications
page(s).
GENERAL INFORMATION
The purpose of this manual is to assist in assembling, mounting, operating, and maintaining your Angle Broom.
Read this manual carefully to obtain valuable information and instructions that will help you achieve years of safe and
dependable service.
The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time of printing, but due to possible engineering
and/or production changes, this product may vary slightly in detail. FFC reserves the right to redesign and/or change
components as may be necessary without notification to anyone.
Throughout this manual, references may be made to:
Power Unit
The engine-driven machine to which this product must be attached.
Right, Left, Front, Rear
Directions that are determined in relation to the operator of the equipment when
seated in the normal operating position.

IMPORTANT
NOTICE

Precautions that must be followed to prevent damage to equipment.

Precautions that must be followed to prevent substandard performance.

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION

Always refer to the model and serial number when ordering parts or requesting information from your dealer. The
serial number plate for this product is located on the top left surface of the loader attachment plate of your Angle
Broom.
Reference Information
Model Number

_______________________

Loader Make

____________________________

Serial Number

_______________________

Loader Model

____________________________

Date Purchased

_______________________

Loader Serial # ____________________________

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DEFINITION OF SAFETY TERMS AND SYMBOLS

Throughout this manual, the terms DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used to indicate the degree of
hazard to personnel if proper safety procedures are not followed. These words will be used in conjunction with the Safety
Alert Symbol: a dark triangle containing a white exclamation mark.

The Safety Alert Symbol means:

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!

DANGER

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

WILL result in death or serious injury.

WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

may result in minor or moderate injury;
OR
may also be used to alert against unsafe practices that may result in personal injury.

ACCIDENTS CAN BE PREVENTED WITH

YOUR HELP !
No accident prevention program can be successful
without the wholehearted cooperation of the person who
is directly responsible for the operation of the equipment.

YOU ARE THE KEY TO SAFETY BECAUSE:

YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and

maintenance of YOUR Angle Broom.

To read equipment accident reports from all over the

country is to be convinced that a large number of
accidents can be prevented only by operators who
consistently anticipate the results of their actions and
thus prevent accidents from ever occurring. No powerdriven equipment, whether it is on the highway, in a farm
field, or in an industrial plant, can be any safer than is
allowed by the person who is at the controls.

YOU are responsible to familiarize yourself, and anyone

else who will assemble, operate, maintain, or work
around this product, with the SAFETY information
contained in this manual.

If accidents are to be prevented (and accidents can be

prevented), that prevention will come from equipment
operators who accept their complete responsibility.

YOU are responsible to read ALL information contained

in this manual to any operators or maintenance personnel who are not fully able to read the written English
language. Whether YOU read the manual as written or
translate it into another language, YOU must make certain that all operators and maintenance personnel have
a complete understanding of the full and exact contents
of this manual. Translations of this manual into other
languages are available by submitting an order to FFC.

The designer, the manufacturer, and the safety engineer

all help create a safe product, but the operator of that
product can wipe out their combined efforts with a single
careless act.
The best safety device is a careful operator. FFC and
your dealer ask that YOU be that careful, responsible
equipment operator.

YOU can reduce the risk of injury or death by following

all safety precautions and by using good safety
practices.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WORK SAFELY - A CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST INSURANCE AGAINST ACCIDENTS !!

WARNING SECTION
WARNING
Obey all the safety instructions listed in
this section and throughout this manual.
Failure to obey instructions in this
section could result in death or serious
injury.
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY TYPE OF ASSEMBLY,
OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, OR OTHER WORK ON
OR NEAR THIS PRODUCT:
READ AND COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND THIS
MANUAL.
READ AND COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND THE
MANUALS PROVIDED WITH YOUR power unit,
loader, and quick-attach.
Read and understand all safety signs on this product
and on your power unit, loader, and quick-attach.
Know all your controls and know how to quickly stop
all power unit movement, the Angle Broom
movement, and the engine in case of an emergency.
Know and obey all applicable government rules,
O.S.H.A. regulations, local laws and other
professional guidelines for your operation.
Make sure that anyone who will be assembling,
mounting, maintaining, repairing, removing, and/or
storing this product:
has been instructed in the safe operation of this
product and of the power unit, loader, and quickattach to which this product is attached.
is physically and mentally capable of the safe
operation of this type of equipment.
is not under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
is carefully supervised from a safe distance,
especially if such person is inexperienced.
wears appropriate protective equipment (i.e.
hardhat, safety glasses, work gloves, protective
shoes, respirator, ear protection, etc.).
does not wear loose fitting clothing, loose or
uncovered hair, or any accessories (jewelry,
necktie, scarf, wrist watch, etc.) that can catch in
moving parts.
has annually reviewed all safety instructions.
Know and follow good work practices when
assembling, mounting, maintaining, repairing,
removing, and storing this product:
Work on a level surface in a well-lit area.
Keep the area clean and dry.
Use properly grounded electrical outlets & tools.

Use the right tool for the job at hand.

Make sure that your tools are in good condition
for performing the desired function.
When using tools, wear the protective
equipment specified by the tool manufacturer.
(i.e. hardhat, safety glasses, work gloves,
protective shoes, etc.)

WHEN YOUR POWER UNIT IS USED DURING ANY

TYPE OF ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE,
OR OTHER WORK ON OR NEAR THIS PRODUCT:
Before leaving the operators station or before
beginning any type of work on this product, lower
this product to the ground, apply your power units
parking brake, stop the engine, remove the starter
key, wait for all moving parts to stop, and then
relieve all pressure in the hydraulic lines. Refer to
your power units operators manual for instructions
on how to relieve hydraulic pressure in lines.
Know your loaders safe lifting and operating
capacity and the weight of this product. See the
specifications in this manual for the weight of this
product and refer to your power units and your
loaders operators manuals for safe operating limits.
Lift capacity may be reduced if using a quick-attach.
Never allow anyone, except the operator, to be
around the power unit or this product when either is
in motion. Do not startup unless others are clear of
the work area.
Do not allow riders on this product or the power unit.
Do not stand or climb on this product when raised.
Never lift this product above (a.) the operators eye
level or (b.) to a height where visibility is obstructed,
whichever is lower.
Do not place any part of your body under any part of
this product unless this product is securely resting
on specified blocking or on the ground.
Do not use blocking made of concrete blocks, logs,
buckets, barrels or any other material that could
suddenly collapse or shift positions. Do not use
wood or steel blocking that shows any signs of
material decay. Do not use blocking that is warped,
twisted, or tapered.
Never operate controls from the ground. Operate
the controls only from the operators station.
Never leave equipment unattended with the engine
running or with this product raised on the loader.
Be aware of the added weight and width of this
product. Reduce travel speeds accordingly,
especially when traveling over rough ground.
Keep this product close to the ground and under
control when transporting.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WORK SAFELY - A CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST INSURANCE AGAINST ACCIDENTS !!

WARNING SECTION
(CONTINUED)

WHEN MOUNTING THIS PRODUCT TO YOUR

POWER UNIT:
Refer to the operators manuals of your power unit,
your loader, and your quick-attach for special or
detailed mounting instructions.
This product should fit onto the quick-attach or
loader arms of your power unit the same as the
original products that were designed by your loader /
quick-attach manufacturer.
If this product does not fit properly, contact FFC
before operating.
Never place your finger into the mounting plate or
loader holes. A slight movement of the power unit or
this product could cause serious injury.

WARNING
Obey all the safety instructions listed in
this section and throughout this manual.
Failure to obey instructions in this
section could result in death or serious
injury.
WHEN DEALING WITH HYDRAULICS DURING ANY
TYPE OF ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE,
OR OTHER WORK ON OR NEAR THIS PRODUCT:
Hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the
skin and cause serious injury or death. Hydraulic
leaks under pressure may not be visible!
If any fluid penetrates the skin, GET IMMEDIATE
MEDICAL ATTENTION!!
Wear safety glasses, protective clothing, and use a
sound piece of cardboard or wood when searching
for hydraulic leaks. DO NOT USE YOUR HANDS!
Before connecting or disconnecting hydraulic hoses,
read your power units operators manual for detailed
instructions on connecting and disconnecting
hydraulic attachments.
Make certain that all parts meet the specifications for
this product when installing or replacing hydraulic
hoses or fittings.
After connecting hydraulic lines:
Slowly and carefully raise the loader and cycle
the rollback / dump cylinders to check hose
clearances and to check for any interference.
Operate the hydraulics on this product to check
hose clearances and to check for any
interference.
Make certain that the hoses cannot interfere
with or actuate the quick-attach mechanism.
Make certain that hoses will not be pinched, or
get tangled, in any equipment.
Do not lock the auxiliary hydraulics of your power
unit in the ON position.
Refer to your power units operators manual and
this manual for procedures and intervals, then
inspect and maintain the entire hydraulic system to
insure that the fluid remains clean, that all devices
function properly, and that there are no fluid leaks.

BEFORE EACH USE, THOROUGHLY INSPECT THIS

PRODUCT AND:
Make certain that all safety signs are in place and
legible. Refer to the safety sign page in this manual
for the placement of safety signs for this product.
Replace all damaged or excessively worn parts and
hardware only with genuine FFC parts or with
properly rated fasteners, hydraulic hoses, or fittings.
Make certain that all locking pins, latches, and
connection devices are properly installed and
secured.
Make certain that all protective guards, canopies,
doors, etc. are in place and secure.
WHEN OPERATING THIS PRODUCT IN
ACCORDANCE WITH DESIGN INTENTIONS:
Operate at the slowest brush speed that will do the
job so that flying debris will be minimized. Debris
can be thrown up to 50 feet.
Reduce your speed to avoid bouncing the broom
assembly over rough terrain.
WHEN ADJUSTING, SERVICING OR REPAIRING
THIS PRODUCT:
Make no modifications to your Angle Broom.
When making repairs, use only genuine FFC parts
or, for fasteners, hydraulic hoses, or hydraulic
fittings, use only properly rated parts.
Replacement parts, for parts with safety signs
attached, must also have safety signs attached.

SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS

ITEM

QTY.

PART # - DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4

1
1
2
1

RDL3141-Read Manual
RDL3129-Hydraulics
RDL3160-Crush Hazard
RDL3159-Flying Debris

PLACEMENT OR REPLACEMENT OF SAFETY SIGNS

INSTRUCTIONS
Keep all safety signs clean and legible.
Replace all missing, illegible, or damaged
safety signs.
Replacement parts for parts with safety
signs attached must also have safety
signs attached.
Safety signs are available, free of charge,
from your dealer or from FFC.

ITEM 1

1. Clean the area of application with non-flammable

solvent, and then wash the same area with soap
and water.
2. Allow the surface to fully dry.
3. Remove the backing from the safety sign, exposing
the adhesive surface.
4. Apply the safety sign to the position shown in the
diagram above and smooth out any bubbles.
ITEM 2

ITEM 3

ITEM 4

POWER UNIT SPECIFICATIONS

IMPORTANT

Exceeding any of the maximum recommended power unit specifications

CAN result in damage to this product and
WILL void all FFC warranties.

DESCRIPTION

SPECIFICATIONS

Hydraulic Pressure Output

Rear Ballast

3,000 psi. maximum continuous, 3,500 psi. max. intermittent

As required to maintain full power unit stability.
(Note the Shipping Weight on page 15, then see the operators
manual(s) for your power unit, loader, and quick-attach for
ballasting needs.)

ANGLE BROOM MOUNTING

SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS (pages 2-5 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY
ANGLE BROOM MOUNTING
1. Place this product on a firm, level surface that is large enough to safely accommodate this product, your power unit
and all workers involved in the mounting process.
2. Refer to the operators manual(s) for your power unit, loader, and quick-attach and follow the mounting instructions
contained therein.
3. Carefully raise the loader and cycle the rollback/dump cylinders to check clearances and to verify that all mounting
procedures have been successfully completed.
4.

IMPORTANT Lubricate all grease fittings before connecting this product to your power units hydraulic
system. Refer to ANGLE BROOM MAINTENANCE on page 10 and follow the instructions.

ANGLE BROOM HYDRAULIC CONNECTION

SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS (pages 2-5 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY
ANGLE BROOM HYDRAULIC CONNECTION
1. Disconnect the hydraulic hose quick couplers from one another and attach the quick couplers to your power unit as
per the instructions in your power units operators manual.
2. Carefully raise the loader and cycle the rollback/dump cylinders to check hose clearances and to check for any
interference. Operate the hydraulic motor(s) and/or cylinder(s) on this product to make the same checks.

WARNING
Do not lock the auxiliary hydraulics of your power unit in the ON position.
Failure to obey this warning could result in death or serious injury.

ANGLE BROOM SETUP

SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS (pages 2-5 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY
ANGLE BROOM SETUP
LEVELING THE BRUSH HEAD
1. Place this product on a firm, level surface that is large enough to safely accommodate the Angle Broom, your power
unit, and all workers involved in the mounting process.
2. Rotate the brush head until the brush is perpendicular to the line of travel of the power unit.
3. Lower the brush head until the bristles are approximately 2 above the level surface.
4. Apply your power units parking brake, stop the engine, remove the starter key, and wait for all moving parts to stop
before leaving the operators position.
5. Measure from the frame down to the level surface on one end of the brush and check that same measurement on the
other end of the brush.
If the two measurements are equal, continue with step 6
If the two measurements are not equal, loosen, but do not remove, the bolts on the mounting assembly, adjust
the height of one end of the brush until the two measurements are equal, and retighten the bolts.
6. Repeat step 5 two more times with the brush angled fully left, then with the brush angled fully right.
If all four measurements are equal, then the brush head is level. NOTE: This should result in the top surface of
the crescent weldment being parallel to the level surface.
If all four measurements are not equal, then please contact FFC for assistance in attaining the level position.

ADJUSTING THE BRUSH HEIGHT

1. Place this product on a dusty, smooth surface that is large enough to safely accommodate the Angle Broom, your
power unit, and all workers involved in the mounting process. The brush head should be fully angled.
2. Apply your power units parking brake, but leave the engine running.
3. Start the sweeper at a slow speed.
4. Lower the brush head into sweeping position.
5. Run the sweeper for approximately 10 seconds, then raise the sweeper, release the parking brake, and back the
power unit away.
6. Stop the sweeper, fully lower the sweeper, apply your power units parking brake, stop the engine, remove the starter
key, wait for all moving parts to stop, and relieve all pressure in the hydraulic lines before leaving the operators
position.
7. Measure the brush pattern in the dust. The desired pattern should be a consistent 2 to 3 (51 to 76 mm) wide for the
full length of the brush.
If the actual pattern matches the desired pattern, the brush height is correct.
If the actual pattern is tapered, then:
For models LAF2873, LAF2848, and LAF8305:
a. restart your power unit and use the loaders dump cylinders to tilt the brush head forward (away from the
operator) until there is no tension on the spring-chain assemblies;
b. apply your power units parking brake, stop the engine, remove the starter key, wait for all moving parts to
stop, and relieve all pressure in the hydraulic lines before leaving the operators position.
c. move the spring-chain assemblies forward in the mounting assembly upright to lower the brush head or
backward in the mounting assembly upright to raise the brush head; and
d. restart your power unit and use the loaders dump cylinders to tilt the brush head back toward the operator
until the brush head is in the normal operating position.
For model LAF8251:
Use the ratchet type turnbuckle to raise or lower the brush head as required.
If the actual pattern is too wide or too narrow, raise or lower the loader arms to obtain the correct width. If the
loader cannot be lowered any further, the broom head may need to be lowered by means of the dump cylinders
which may result in the need to repeat the LEVELING THE BRUSH HEAD process.
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ANGLE BROOM OPERATION

SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS (pages 2-5 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY
ANGLE BROOM OPERATION
WARNING
Failure to obey the following procedures could result in death or serious injury.
Never lift this product above (a.) the operators eye level or (b.) to a height where visibility is
obstructed, whichever is lower.
Do not lock the auxiliary hydraulics of your power unit in the ON position.
Operate at the slowest brush speed that will do the job so that flying debris will be minimized.
Debris can be thrown up to 50 feet.
Reduce your speed to avoid bouncing the broom assembly over rough terrain.

IMPORTANT

Failure to ease into piles of material when attempting to move those piles
CAN result in damage to this product and
WILL void all FFC warranties.

IMPORTANT

Increasing your throttle setting to override a stall out of the brush

(rather than raising the brush out of the material that is causing the stall out)
CAN result in damage to this product and
WILL void all FFC warranties.

GENERAL
The bristles should be no more than 2 above the ground when changing the angle of the brush head.
Sweep with the wind blowing on the operators back or in the same direction that the swept material is moving.
DIRT, DEBRIS, AND GRAVEL
To keep dust at a minimum, plan your sweeping for days when it is overcast and humid or after a rain.
Low brush speeds and moderate ground speeds work best for cleaning dirt and debris from hard surfaces.
In some cases, reducing the brush speed will reduce the amount of dust generated.
When sweeping debris or gravel, use just enough brush speed to roll the materials. Do not throw the debris or
gravel.
SNOW
High brush speeds and slow ground speeds are needed to sweep snow effectively.
Wet and/or deep snow will require the engine rpm to be increased to minimize the chances of having snow pack
inside the hood.
Deep snow may require multiple passes because of the need to remove the snow in layers.
THATCH
Low brush speeds and slow ground speeds are needed to do the best thatching job.
Use a combination of brush speeds and ground speeds that roll up a neat windrow.
To prevent the brush from pulling itself into the ground, adjust the transport and spring-chain assemblies so that the
bristle tips barely touch the grass.

ANGLE BROOM MAINTENANCE

SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS (pages 2-5 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY
ANGLE BROOM MAINTENANCE

BEFORE EACH USE

Make sure that all nuts and bolts are in place and properly tightened.
Make sure that all other fasteners are in place and are performing their specified function.
Make sure that all hydraulic fittings are tightened and that there are no leaks in any fittings or hoses.
Make sure that all safety signs are in place, are clean, and are legible.
(SEE THE SAFETY SIGN SECTION ON PAGE 5.)
Replace any damaged parts and excessively worn parts.
Make sure that the brush head is level, the brush height is correct, the spring-chain assemblies (or ratchet type
turnbuckle) are adjusted, and the transport chain is in the correct position.
(SEE THE SETUP SECTION ON PAGE 7)

IF DEBRIS (Wire, Banding, etc.) BECOMES WRAPPED AROUND THE BRUSH

1. Park your power unit on a level surface with this product properly attached.
2. Place your power units transmission in Park and engage the parking brake.
3. Lower this product onto preplaced blocking as specified below:

WARNING
Do not use blocking made of concrete blocks, logs, buckets, barrels or any other material that
could suddenly collapse or shift positions. Do not use wood or steel blocking that shows any
signs of material decay. Do not use blocking that is warped, twisted, or tapered. Failure to obey
this warning could result in death or serious injury.
Compressive Strength of Each Blocking Unit
Quantity and Location of Blocking Units
Direction of Placement

1,000 psi or the capability to support 1,000 lbs. without

crushing or collapsing when the load is applied
Two: (1) under the rear of the angle at each end of the
Brush Head Frame.
The long direction of the blocking should run
perpendicular to the Brush Head Frame angle and be
parallel to the Brush Head Frame pipe. The end of the
blocking should extend at least 6 past the outer face of
the angle.
24 minimum
16 maximum
Equal to or greater than that Blocking Units Height

Length of Each Blocking Unit

Height of Each Blocking Unit
Base Width of Each Blocking Unit
If blocking units are made up of smaller pieces:
these pieces must be stacked in a pyramid that must adhere to all the blocking unit specifications above,
the width of each piece, 3-1/2 minimum, must be equal to or greater than the height of that same piece,
there should never be a larger piece stacked on top of a smaller piece,
every piece in a given layer must be the same height, and
each piece should be centered over the line where two pieces in the layer below are in contact.
4. Shut off your power units engine, remove the starter key, wait for all moving parts to come to a stop, and relieve all
pressure in the hydraulic lines.

IMPORTANT

Allowing dirt or other foreign material into the motor or hydraulic hoses
CAN result in damage to this product and
WILL void all FFC warranties.

5. Disconnect the hydraulic hoses from your power unit and connect the couplers together.
6. With proper safety equipment on (i.e. eye protection, gloves, protective clothing, etc.), rotate the brush in the reverse
direction while pulling on the debris. In some cases, a wrench or bar can be used to assist in rotating the brush.
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ANGLE BROOM MAINTENANCE (Continued)

SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS (pages 2-5 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY
ANGLE BROOM MAINTENANCE

AFTER EVERY 10 HOURS OF USE

Grease two fittings: one each on the two brush head pivot tubes immediately behind the brush.
Grease one fitting (Model LAF2873 Only): one on the brush core bearing at the right end of the brush.
Grease twelve fittings (Model LAF8251 Only): one on the end of each of the eight Linkage Pins; and one on the pivot
bearing and one on the axle portion of the hub of each of the two caster wheels.

ANGLE BROOM SERVICE

SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS (pages 2-5 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY
ANGLE BROOM SERVICE
REPLACING BRUSH SECTIONS
Repeat steps 1 - 5 from page 9.
6. Prepare to support the brush core:
If the core will be lifted from below (i.e. with a floor jack, etc.), skip to step 7.
If the core will be lifted from above (i.e. with an overhead hoist, etc.), remove the screws from the side brackets
and hood, then lift off the hood.
7. Remove the motor mounting bolts and bearing bolts.
8. Remove the core from the brush frame by means of a floor jack, overhead hoist, etc.
9. Slide the bearing off the core and remove the retainer plate.
10. Stand the core vertically with the motor down on blocks so that the motor does not touch the ground.
11. Remove all of the old brush sections.
12. Install a polypropylene section first on the core so that the drive pins on the section straddle a tube on the core. When
correctly installed, the drive pins will prevent the section from being able to rotate on the core.

IMPORTANT

Failure to install a polypropylene section on each end of the core (first and last)
CAN result in damage to this product and
WILL void all FFC warranties.

13. Rotate a second section 180 degrees and then install that section with the drive pins straddling the tube that is on the
opposite side of the core from the tube straddled by the drive pins of the first section.
14. Continue installing sections, rotating each section 180 degrees until the core is full. If the last section will take more
space than what remains and there is more than (13 mm) of the core yet to be filled, set the last section in without
rotating 180 degrees so that the drive pins are on the same tube as the previous section. This last section will then
nest into the next-to-last section.

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ANGLE BROOM SERVICE (Continued)

SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS (pages 2-5 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY
ANGLE BROOM SERVICE
REPLACING BRUSH SECTIONS (Continued)
15. Replace the retainer plate.
16. Lay the core down in a horizontal position and then slide the bearing onto the core.

IMPORTANT

Failure to pull the motor flange tight against the housing on the brush frame
CAN result in damage to this product and
WILL void all FFC warranties.

17. Place the core into the brush frame by means of a floor jack, overhead hoist, etc.
18. Replace and finger tighten the bolts on the motor housing and the bearing.
19. Align the brush core by measuring from the brush frame tube to the center of the core on the bearing end, then from
the brush frame tube to the center of the motor on the motor end.
If the two measurements are equal, then tighten all bolts.
If the two measurements are not equal, adjust the position of the bearing end until the measurements are equal,
then tighten all bolts.
20. If removed during Step 6 on the previous page, replace the hood and brackets.
21. Thoroughly clean the hose fittings and motor ports and then connect the hydraulic hoses to the motor.

ANGLE BROOM STORAGE

SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS (pages 2-5 of this manual) BEFORE BEGINNING ANY
ANGLE BROOM STORAGE
When removing this product from your power unit for the purpose of placing your Angle Broom into storage:
1. Park your power unit on a level surface with this product properly attached.
2. Place your power units transmission in Park and engage the parking brake.
3. Lower this product until the brush just touches the level surface. (For model LAF8251, lower completely and skip to
step 7)
4. Shut off your power units engine, remove the starter key, wait for all moving parts to come to a stop.
5. Remove the snapper pin that secures the right jack stand, allow the jack stand to slide down, and reinsert the snapper
pin through the keeper tube and the top hole of the jack stand. Repeat for the left jack stand.
6. Restart your power unit.
7. Proceed with the detachment instructions found in your power units operators manual(s). If the detachment
instructions are properly followed, the weight of the loader attachment plate and crescent assembly should allow the
unit to pivot back and hold the brush head off the level surface.

IMPORTANT

Storing this product with the brush touching the ground or floor
CAN result in damage to this product and
WILL void all FFC warranties.

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PARTS ILLUSTRATION

12

ANGLE BROOM PARTS LIST

ITEM
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

11

LAF2873

LAF2848

LAF8305

QTY.

73

84

96

96w/Linkage

DESCRIPTION

Varies
1
1
1
1

(3)
LAF2815

(3)
LAF2815

(4)
LAF2815

(1) DHF2021
LAF9880
LAF2817
LAF2818

LAF2822

LAF2822

LAF2822

LAF2877
LAF2897

LAF2877
LAF2897

LAF2877
LAF2897

(2)

(4)

(4)

Chain: Dia. x 18 Links

Crescent Weldment
Position Tube: Female
Position Tube: Male
Pivot Bushing: 1 O.D.x 21/32 I.D.x 9/16 L.
1 O.D.x I.D.x 1-5/64 L.
Loader Attachment Plate Weldment
Spring: Extension, 2-13/16 O.D. x 10 Long
Anti-Slip Abrasive Tape: 2 x 15 Black
Hydraulic Hose Protector:1-7/8 Dia.x 5-0 L
Hydraulic Check Valve: 16 GPM Flow Nom.
W/ (2) #8 Female O-Ring Boss Prts
3,500 Maximum Rated PSI
Hydraulic Hose: 5/8 I.D. x 1 4-1/8 Long
W/ (1) 90 and (1) Straight #10
Female Face Seal Fitting,
All Rated To 3,625 PSI

1
2
1
1
1

Varies

12

13

14
15

Varies
2

17
18

19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
31
32
33
34
35
36

2
2

Varies
Varies
Varies
1
1
1
2
Varies
2
1
1
2
2
1
1
8
4

LAF9881
LAF9503
Not Used
LAF3595
LAF4248
LAF4266

(4) LAF4384

Hydraulic Hose: 1/2 I.D. x 6-6 Long W/

(1) #8 Female JIC Fitting and
(1) #10 Male O-Ring Boss Fitting
LAF4403
Hydraulic Tee: #8 Male JIC x #8 Male JIC x
#8 Male O-Ring Boss
(4)
(4) LAF4443
Hydraulic Adapter: #10 Male Face Seal to
#10 Male O-Ring Boss
Not Used
Not Used
Hydraulic Elbow: 90 With
(2) #12 Male Face Seal Fittings
Hydraulic Pipe: O.D. #10 Male Face Seal to #12 Female Face Seal
40 Long
(4) LAF4446
(4) LAF4446
46 Long
LAF4447
LAF4447
Hydraulic Tee: (3) #12 Male Face Seal Fittgs
LAF4386
LAF4561
Hydraulic Hose: 1/2 I.D. x Length Noted W/
(4-0)
(4-8)
(1) #8 Female JIC Fitting and
(1) #12 Female Face Seal Fitting
(2)
(2) LAF4587
Hydraulic Motor
( 2)(24)(47)
( 2)(24)(47) LAF8232
Brush Section: Poly
(45)(23)( 0)
(45)(23)( 0) LAF8233
Brush Section: Wire
LAF8294
LAF8294
Core Weldment
LAF8296
LAF8296
Brush Head Frame Weldment
LAF8298
LAF8298
Shroud
LAF8237
Shroud Bracket
(2)
(2) LAF8238
Motor Housing
Not Used
Not Used
Retainer Plate (1 or 2 pieces)
Not Used
Not Used
Bearing: 1-1/4 I.D. Pillow Block
Not Used
Not Used
Bearing Spacer Block
LAF8300
Not Used
Jack Stand
Not Used
LAF9875
Caster Wheel Assembly
Not Used
LAF9876
Turnbuckle: Ratchet Type, Clevis Ends
With 1 Dia. Pins
Not Used
LAF9877
Turnbuckle: Ball Ends With 5/8 Dia. Pins
Not Used
LAF9878
Linkage Pin: Greaseable With Head
Not Used
LAF9879
Linkage: Ball Ends With Pins
LAF4385

(2)

(4)

LAF4444

Not Used

(2) LAF4445

(4) LAF4445

Not Used
LAF4386
(4-0)

LAF4447
LAF4386
(4-0)

(1)
( 2)(17)(33)
(31)(16)( 0)
LAF8234
LAF8235
LAF8236

(2)
( 2)(20)(39)
(37)(19)( 0)
LAF8293
LAF8295
LAF8297

(1)
LAF8240
LAF8241
LAF8242
LAF8300
Not Used
Not Used

(2)
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
LAF8300
Not Used
Not Used

Not Used
Not Used
Not Used

Not Used
Not Used
Not Used

16
Varies

LAF8251

NOTE: All parts are the same as the LAF8251 except for those parts numbered under the other models.
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ANGLE BROOM PARTS LIST (Continued)

LAF2873

LAF2848

LAF8305

LAF8251

ITEM

QTY.

73

84

96

96 w/Linkage

DESCRIPTION

37
38
39
40
42
43
44
45
46

1
1
4
Varies
4
8
2
3
1

Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
(2)
RHW1403
Not Used
RHW1413

Not Used
LAF9888
RHW1105
(4)
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used

Not Used
LAF9888
RHW1105
(4)
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used

LAF9884
LAF9888
RHW1105
(4) RHW1112
Not Used
RHW1407
Not Used
RHW1603

RHW1608

RHW1608

RHW1608

47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69

6
Varies
4
4
2
Varies
2
4
6
Varies
Varies
6
Varies
Varies
3
1
Varies
2
Varies
8
2
Varies

70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84

Varies
Varies
1
2
8
1
Varies
Varies
Varies
Varies
2
2
2
1
1

Pivot Frame
Core End Ring
Hex Head Cap Screw: 5/16 Dia. x 1 L, Gr.5
Hex Head Cap Screw: 5/16 Dia. x 2 L,G5
Hex Head Cap Screw: Dia. x 1 L, Grd. 5
Hex Head Cap Screw: Dia. x 2 L, Grd. 5
Hex Head Cap Screw: Dia. x 3 L, Gr. 5
Hex Head Cap Screw: 5/8 Dia.x 1 L, Gr.5
Hex Head Cap Screw: 5/8 Dia. x 3 L, Gr. 5
Hex Head Cap Screw: Dia. x 3 L, Grd. 5
Carriage Bolt: 3/8 Dia. x 1 Long, Grade 2
Carriage Bolt: 5/8 Dia. x 1 Long, Grade 5
Flat Washer: 5/16 Dia. USS
Flat Washer: 3/8 Dia. USS
Flat Washer: Dia. USS
Flat Washer: 5/8 Dia. USS
Flat Washer: Dia. as Noted, USS
Lock Washer: 5/16 Dia. Medium Split
Lock Washer: 3/8 Dia. Medium Split
Lock Washer: Dia. Medium Split
Lock Washer: 5/8 Dia. Medium Split
Hex Nut: 3/8 Dia. With 16 TPI, Grade 5
Hex Nut: Dia. With 13 TPI, Grade 5
Hex Nut: 5/8 Dia. With 11 TPI, Grade 5
Locknut: 5/8 Dia. Center Dent
Locknut: Dia. as Noted, Center Dent
Hex Nut: 1 Dia. With 20 TPI, Grade 5
Cotter Pin: 1/8 Dia. x 2 Long
Cotter Pin: 3/16 Dia. x 2 Long
Roll Pin: 5/16 Dia. x 2 Long
Clevis Pin: 5/8 Dia. x 3 Long (Useable)
Snapper (Safety Latch) Pin: 3/8 Dia. x
2 Lg. (Useable), Square Retainer
Grease Zerk: 1/4 Dia. W/ 28 TPI Self-Tapg.
Hairpin Cotter: 0.120 x 2.38
Grooved Pin: 1 Dia. x 2 Long (Useable)
Hairpin: 1/8 Dia. x 3 Long
Flat Washer: 1-1/8 Dia. Yellow Di-Chrom.
Clevis Pin: 1 Dia. x 3 Long (Useable)
5/16 D-Shackle With Round Pin, Galvanizd.
Cover Plate
Hose Cradle: for (2) 7/8 O.D. Hoses
Rivet Nut: 5/16 Dia., .027-.150 Grip Range
Nylon Cable Ties: x 11 Long, Black
Hydraulic Elbow (Not reqd. on some modls.)
Hydraulic Adapter (Not reqd on some modl.)
Hydraulic Hose Quick Coupler: Female End
Hydraulic Hose Quick Coupler: Male End

RHW1709
RHW2207
(2)
(4) RHW2603
(4) RHW2603
(4) RHW2603
Not Used
RHW5162
RHW5162
RHW5162
RHW5262
RHW5462
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
(8)
(10)
(10)
(10) RHW5662
RHW5662 (5/8) RHW5662 (5/8) RHW5662 (5/8) RHW5762 ()
Not Used
RHW6102
RHW6102
RHW6102
RHW6202
(6)
Not Used
Not Used
(8) RHW6402
(2)
(4)
(4)
(4) RHW6602
RHW7201
(2)
Not Used
Not Used
(8) RHW7401
(2)
(4)
(4)
(4) RHW7601
RHW7603
RHW7603 (5/8) RHW7603 (5/8) RHW7603 (5/8) RHW7703 ()
(1)
(2)
(2)
(2) RHW7708
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
RHW8012
(2)
(2)
(2)
(3) RHW8017
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
RHW8028
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
RHW8053
(3)
(3)
(3)
(1) RHW8079
(3)
(1)
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
(1)
(2)
(4)
(2)

(2)
(2)
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
(1)
(4)
(8)
(4)

(2)
(2)
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
(2)
(4)
(8)
(4)

Contact FFC to obtain the correct item.

Contact FFC to obtain the correct item.
Contact FFC to obtain the correct item.
Contact FFC to obtain the correct item.

(14) RHW8090
(2) RHW8075
RHW8131
RHW8132
RHW8181
RHW8216
(1) RHW8317
(4) RHW8614
(8) RHW8615
(4) RHW8645
RMR5002

NOTE: All parts are the same as the LAF8251 except for those parts numbered under the other models.
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ANGLE BROOM SPECIFICATIONS

Model
Number
LAF2873
LAF2848
LAF8305
LAF8251

Overall
Width
79-3/4
91-3/4
103-3/4
103-3/4

Overall
Height
35-1/4
35-1/4
35-1/4
38-7/8

Overall
Depth
62-3/4
62-3/4
62-3/4
77-3/4

Shipping
Weight
972 lbs.
1,103 lbs.
1,149 lbs.
1,600 lbs.

Actual Sweeping Width

Straight
Angled 30
70
60
82
71
94
82
94
82

All replacement hydraulic hoses and fittings must have a minimum rated working pressure of 3,500 psi.

TORQUE SPECIFICATION FOR STANDARD MACHINE HARDWARE

Bolt
Size
0.31-18
0.38-16
1.00-20

SAE Grade
Bolt
5
5
5

Torque
Ft./Lbs
17
30
125

Bolt
Size
0.50-13
0.63-11

15

SAE Grade
Bolt
5
5

Torque
Ft./Lbs
75
150