Operators Manual
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1. DESCRIPTION OF LED ON BOARD BATTERY CHARGING Red LED Battery level low 1 Transport machine to a well ventilated area for Yellow LED Battery at 72 charge charging Green LED Battery fully charged 2 Turn the machine off Open the Machine Hood 3 Check the water in each Battery A Do not charge the machine unless the water is slightly higher than the plates If needed add enough distilled water to just slightly cover the plates Be careful not to over fill Batteries can overflow during charging Replace caps before charging 34 OP EN BATTERY CHARGING Charger Specifications e Output voltage of 12 Volts e Output current of 25 amps max Optional e Input voltage of 110 Volts 60 Hz 220V 50 Hz available e Automatic shut off circuit e Made for Deep Cycle Batteries ADANGER Explosive hydrogen gas forms when Batteries are charging An open flame or spark can cause this gas to explode Serious personal injury or property damage could occur Only charge the Batteries in this machine in a well ventilated area Before you service a Battery always wear face protec tion protective gloves and protective clothing Battery acid or battery explosion can cause serious injuries AWARNING The Ba2. 16 Safety Messages 4 Maintenance 17 Daily Maintenance 17 Safety Label Locations 6 Weekly Maintenance 17 Monthly Maintenance 17 Operation Controls 7 Yearly Maintenance 17 f Storing Machine 17 Operation Controls 8 Checking Battery Specific Gravity 17 Machine Components MRC 18 Machine Setup 10 Trouble shooting 20 Un Crating Machine 10 Connecting Batteries 19 Machine AS 0 01 ttc 21 Installing Main Broom 10 Installing Side Brooms 4 Common Wear Parts 22 Adjusting Side Brooms 1 1 sss 11 Cylindrical 22 Side Brooms 22 Machine Operation H Filter Kitsz e 22 On Board Charger 14 Standard Warranty Policy 23 On Board Battery 14 Description of LED rennes 14 Machine Install Warranty Registration Em Battery 15 External Battery Charging Optional 15 34 OP EN 3 SAFETY MESSAGES You will see four kinds of safety reminders in this manual ADANGER DANGER indicates a hazardous situation
3. ADJUSTING SIDE BROOMS 1 To adjust Side Broom height turn Adjustment Screw Clockwise to raise and Counterclockwise to lower B SEE BELOW S i Fo Tey ye 1 olL o eo 6 Jen Nai Ora s li H EN a _ dl O E la A M 2 Y O ll E i A 2 The Side Broom bristles should contact the floor in a 11 o clock to a 5 o clock pattern when the Broom is in motion SEE BELOW 34 OP EN MACHINE OPERATION PRE CLEANING CHECKLIST Head and understand the Safety Messages section on Pages 3 and 4 before operating the machine 1 o ML S M T 9 Check Battery Condition Gauge Make sure Batteries are fully charged before using Check the condition of the Brooms Check to make sure Hopper is empty Disconnect Charger and close Hood Adjust the Handle Bar height if needed Turn the Power Switch ON and drive to the area to be cleaned The Power Switch is a three position switch The Down position is machine OFF The Middle position turns ON the Machine and Main Broom The Up position turns ON the Side Brooms while keeping the Machine and
4. 2 Check the Battery Gauge to ensure proper charge before starting to sweep B 3 Lower the Main Broom to the floor by dropping A the Main Broom Lift Lever forward C C 4 Lower the Side Brooms head to the floor by dropping the Side Broom Lift Lever forward D 5 Begin sweeping by pulling the Clutch lever E slowly and then to the speed required 6 Tooperate the machine in reverse simply release the Clutch Lever E to its neutral position and push or pull machine 7 To stop the machine move the Clutch Lever all the way forward to activate the brake E Always raise the Brooms before stopping to prevent flattening of the Broom bristles WET SWEEPING 1 Turn on machine Power Switch A Switch in the Middle position will power Main Brooms only Switch in the Up position will power Main Brooms and Side Brooms 2 Check the Battery Gauge to ensure proper charge before starting to sweep B 3 Lower the Main Broom to the floor by dropping the Main Broom Lift Lever forward C 4 Lower the Side Brooms head to the floor by dropping the Side Broom Lift Lever forward D 5 Open the WET Sweep By Pass door by rotating it clockwise F This door being open reduces the Dust Control Always remember to close door when sweeping again once on dry ground 6 Begin sweeping by pulling the Clutc
5. acid or battery explosion can cause serious injuries After watering secure vent caps back on Batteries A WARNIN e Do not over water The Batteries in this machine produce hazardous voltage which can cause electrical shock burns and or electrocution Always disconnect Batteries before servicing this machine AWARNING The Batteries in this machine contain sulfuric acid which causes burns to skin If battery acid contacts clothing or skin rinse the effected area with cold water immediately If battery acid gets on your face or in your eyes flush the area immediately with cold water and seek medical attention AWARNING Dress safely Do not wear rings or metal wrist watches when servicing this machine as they can cause an electrical short circuit which can cause serious burns INSPECTION AND CLEANING e Keep Batteries clean and dry from residue e Check that all vent caps are tight e Use a solution of baking soda and water to clean if acid residue on Batteries or corrosion on the terminals e Protective spray of petroleum jelly should be applied to terminals to reduce corrosion STORAGE e Batteries should be fully charged prior to and during storage e Never store discharged Batteries e Store Batteries in a cool dry place but never below freezing Recharge in storage a minimum of every 30 days e Recharge Batteries before putting them back into service 16 34 OP EN MAINTENANC
6. or lack of scheduled daily weekly monthly maintenance in accordance with our published PM Sheets BATTERIES Warranted through the battery manufacturer for One Year pro rated from the date of delivery The battery manufacturer approves or denies the warranty coverage after their analysis Labor and Travel credit through RPS is applicable once a warranty defect has been confirmed NOT COVERED Damage from lack of maintenance lack of water use of a non OEM charger or use of non distilled water BATTERY TERMINALS Battery terminals and cable connections are covered for 30 days from the shipment of the machine Battery terminals and cables should be inspected cleaned and secured upon installation of the machine and then every 30 days thereafter V14 0807 34 OP EN 523 MACHINE INSTALL WARRANTY REGISTRATION Installing Dealer Installed By Location City State Install Date End User Company Name End User Contact Address City State Zip Phone Fax Email Model Serial Hour Meter BUYER S REPRESENTATIVE HAS RECEIVED INSTRUCTION IN PROPER OPERATION OF THE FOLLOWING CONTROLS AND FEATURES SCRUBBERS Filling solution tank Solution tank sight tube Solution drain hose or valve for flushing and freezing conditions _ Adjusting controls operation Double scrubbing Squeegee lift delay High Recovery RED Light vacuum switch horn honking and vacuum timer Recovery tank draining cleaning in APPR
7. Main Broom running Confirm the Side Brooms height is correct if not adjust using the Side Broom Height Adjustment knob Lower the Main Broom and the Side Brooms using the Broom Position Levers Drive slowly by pulling the Clutch lever OPERATING HINTS 1 Observe the amount of dirt debris that the machine is sweeping up If dirt debris is left on ground make sure that the Wet Sweep By Pass is not open This feature reduces dust control and should only be used when operating on a floor with water on it Always operate at lower speeds when sweeping around walls and objects You should reduce the speed to maintain control when turning Change or turn over Brooms when dirty Stay clear of objects protruding from the floor such as Sockets grates etc for they will damage the Brooms Always keep an eye on your gauges They let you know the status of a particular system at a glance If your battery gauge is reading low you must stop immediately and recharge Running the Batteries dead will result in damage to the Batteries When you are ready to stop raise the Side Brooms raise the Main Broom turn OFF the Side Broom Switch and drive the machine back to the charging area Be sure to clean the Hopper thoroughly before storing the machine 11 SWEEPING 1 Turn on machine Power Switch A Switch in the Middle position will power Main Brooms only Switch in the Up position will power Main Brooms and Side Brooms
8. REPLACEMENT SIDE BROOM CONDITION GOOD WORN NEEDS REPLACEMENT ROTATED SIDE TO SIDE CHECK OPERATION AND CONDITION OF IN SPEC REPAIR PROBLEM MAIN POWER SWITCH OR KEY SWITCH o BATTERY HOUR METERGAUGE EE BROOMAMPGAUGE oo o MAINBROOMLEVER ooo po o o SIDE BROOM LEVER o o FILTER SHAKER MAINBROOMBELTS a a MAIN BROOM MOTOR SIDE BROOM OPERATION BATTERY CHARGER CONNECTORS BATTERY CHARGER oo CLEAN AND OR LUBRICATE IN SPEC REPAIR PROBLEM FILTER 20SECW SHAKER SWITCH COR EE NN SIDE BROOM LINKAGE REMOVE BROOM amp CHECK DRIVERS FOR DEBRIS P VISUALLY INSPECT IN SPEC REPAIR PROBLEM SEAL UNDER FILTER 2 HOPPER CURTAIN S S HOPPER SIDE CURTAIN o 1 1 MAINBROOM CURTAIN REAR PE SIDE DOOR CURTAN o ooo Jo S o 18 34 OP EN INNER SIDE CURTAIN VACUUM HOSE O S COMMENTS SERVICING DISTRIBUTOR TECHNICIAN S NAME DATE SIGNATURE CUSTOMER S NAME DATE SIGNATURE 34 OP EN 19 TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION No power Nothing operates Main Broom does not sweep Clutch Drive does not operate Poor Dust Control Poor Sweeping quality Main Broom noisy bounces Tires noisy Poor traction Low run time 20 Faulty Power Switch Batteries need charging Faulty Batteries Loose Battery Cable Main Broom is not down Carbon Brushes worn Hood S
9. or spark can cause this gas to explode Serious personal injury or property damage could occur Only charge the Batteries in this machine in a well ventilated area m 34 OP EN AWARNING AWARNING The Batteries in this machine produce hazardous Dress safely Do not wear a neck tie scarf or any voltage which can cause electrical shock burns and loose or dangling clothing while operating this machine or electrocution Always disconnect Batteries before Loose or dangling clothing or neck wear can tangle in servicing this machine rotating parts causing serious injury or death AWARNING This unit is intended for use indoors and on dry Always turn off this machine before leaving it unat surfaces If outdoor use is necessary remain on solid tended Do not allow untrained persons to operate this ground not gravel or sand Avoid standing water and machine be familiar with the use of the wet sweep bypass AWARNING A WARNING NO RIDERS Do not carry passengers on this ma The Batteries in this machine contain sulfuric acid chine Do not use this machine as a stepladder or work which causes burns to skin If battery acid contacts platform clothing or skin rinse the effected area with cold water immediately If battery acid gets on your face or in your AWARNING eyes flush the area immediately with cold water and AWARN NG seek medical attention Understand the dynamic braking system before you operate the ma
10. Clean Hopper thoroughly before sliding back in machine 34 OP EN 4 13 ON BOARD CHARGER Charger Specifications 4 Plug the Charger power cord B into a grounded standard wall outlet SEE BELOW e Output voltage of 12 Volts 5 The charger will automatically begin charging and Output current of 25 amps max automatically shut off when fully charged Input voltage of 110 Volts 60 Hz 6 After the Charger has turned off unplug the Charger 220V 50 Hz available from the wall outlet e Automatic shut off circuit 7 Recheck the cell level after charging If needed add distilled water up to the correct level Be certain to replace the caps securely and to wipe off the top of the Batteries with a clean cloth ADANGER p ma i F i i i e Made for Deep Cycle Batteries Explosive hydrogen gas forms when Batteries are lt WATER LEVEL SHOULD BE charging An open flame or spark can cause this gas A E Sa 1 8 ABOVE PLATES to explode Serious personal injury or property damage HL E could occur Only charge the Batteries in this machine DA in a well ventilated area 7 EF J j qu at Pa ne Sn UM eis Vine crim n mii E lg EJ B LT Before you service a Bat
11. E DAILY MAINTENANCE 1 Remove the clean Brooms Never use soiled Brooms when cleaning Replace Brooms when they become worn 2 Turn Beater Bar for 20 seconds to clean out Filter Inspect filter 3 Pull out Hopper to empty and clean before machine storage 4 Wipe down machine if needed Use a non abrasive non solvent cleaner or a clean damp cloth 5 Recharge the Batteries if needed WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 1 Check Battery water level in each cell of the Batteries and fill as needed Always use distilled water to refill Batteries Batteries should be filled approximately 4 to 1 above the plates Overfilling will cause the Batteries to leak during charging The charging process creates gas bubbles inside the Battery which effectively increases the volume of the electrolyte Clean Battery tops to prevent corrosion Flip Brooms 4 Pull out Hopper to empty and clean before machine storage S C WATER LEVEL SHOULD BE SB V8 ABOVE PLATES MONTHLY MAINTENANCE 1 Check Main Broom Jackshaft Belt for wear and tension Check machine for Vacuum Leaks Inspect the Dust Curtains and replace if torn or worn Check to see if Battery cables are tightened Tighten if needed 8 10 ft lb MAX 5 Inspect all Cables and Springs 6 Inspect all Nuts Bolts and Fasteners YEARLY MAINTENANCE Call your local dealer for yearly maintenance 34 OP EN STORING MACHINE 1 Be sure to clean the Hopper out compl
12. FACTOR CAT x INDUSTRIAL CLEANING EQUIPMENT Operating Instructions EN 9 Read these Instructions before using the machine Head these Safety Messages before using the machine Scan With Phone for more Information all 5 Linum VERSION 15 167 34 OP EN www factorycat com 1711 South Street Racine WI 53404 USA 800 634 4060 001 262 681 3583 2015 RPS Corporation INTRODUCTION This manual is furnished with each new machine This manual will allow the Operator to get the best performance out of your RPS manufactured Scrubber Drier Sweeper Burnisher or Orbital Scrubber Read this manual thoroughly before operating or servicing the machine This machine will provide excellent performance but the best results will be obtained at the most minimum costs if e The machine is regularly maintained per the machine Preventative Maintenance instructions provided e The machine is operated with reasonable care and caution The machine is maintained with manufacturer supplied parts ABOUT THIS MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Tells you where to look in the manual SAFETY MESSAGES Section contains important information regarding hazard or unsafe practices of the machine Lev els of hazards are identified that could result in product or personal injury or severe injury resulting in death OPERATION CONTROLS MACHINE COMPONENTS Shows you the different mach
13. OVED locations only Common Squeegee hose clog points vacuum screen removal and cleaning drain saver basket emptied Shroud and pad brush removal and installation Side Wiper and Curtain adjustment and maintenance for water control Solution valve and filter operation removal and cleaning LCD display operation 4 hour meters key switch brush traction drive vacuum Tank tilt back feature only when both tanks are fully drained Squeegee hose removal and checking for clogs BURNISHERS Train and have customer demonstrate proper removal and replacement of burnishing pad Pad pressure gauge and proper operating range to avoid tripping the circuit breaker SWEEPERS Demonstrate proper removal and replacement of main broom and side brooms Method for cleaning the dust filter emptying out the debris hopper and correct installation Correct operation of the main broom and side broom levers and understands to park with brushes in UP position Trained on the Wet Sweep bypass door and not to operate through standing water EDGE ORBITZ MACHINES EDGE ORBITZ scrubbers must have their isolators deck hour meter replaced every 1 000 hours of use Customer understands the Grip Face is not warranted against damage from improper use or direct contact with the floor ALL MACHINES Checking for proper battery electrolyte level electrolyte condition monthly and check th
14. R Stores all dust and debris from sweeping To empty release latch and pull out from under machine 34 OP EN 9 MACHINE SETUP UN CRATING MACHINE Carefully check the crate for any signs of damage and that the batteries are in the unit To un crate the machine remove banding strips from around the crate Take off the top and sides and dispose properly Remove brackets from machine wheels Remove bolts from pallet then remove board Carefully roll the machine off of the base Notify the carrier immediately if concealed damage is discovered Eee CONNECTING BATTERIES Your machine is equipped with 1x 12 Volt 175 AH 1x 12 Volt 215 AH or 1x 12 Volt 225 AH Wet Lead Acid AGM Industrial or Deep Cycle Battery which form a 12 Volt system SEE PICTURE BELOW FOR CORRECT CABLE CONNECTIONS 1 Turn all switches to the OFF position and remove Key Optional 2 Release Machine Hood Latch and open Machine Hood Attach all Battery Cables to Terminals as shown below 3 Turn ON main power switch and check the Battery Meter to ensure correct installation Charge Batteries if needed SEE BATTERY CHARGING Ei 12 VOLTS NOTICE Batteries are a possible environmental hazard Consult your Battery supplier for safe disposal methods INSTALLING MAIN BROOM 1 Turn K
15. T S Poly 4 401 Nylon 4 401N Carpet Broom 4 401NN Poly amp Steel 4 4015 4 401U Union amp Steel 4 401US SIDE BROOMS SIDE BROOM TYPE PART S 4 402 Poly amp Steel 4 4025 FILTER KITS FILTER TYPE PART S Standard Filter Assembly 4 500 Includes Tape Seal Kit Grill and Filter Standard Filter Kit 4 502D Includes Tape Seal Kit and Filter 1 Micron Filter 4502 NomexFilter 4502N_ 22 34 OP EN STANDARD WARRANTY POLICY HPS Corporation warrants its Machines and Original Equipment Accessories to be free of manufacturer s defects in materials or workmanship for the periods specified below Warranty will be granted at the sole discretion of RPS Corporation and is subject to final claim and parts review by RPS Corporation and its vendors This policy is effective January 1 2014 and is subject to change on production units at a future date COVERAGE EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS BATTERY POWERED MACHINES PARTS 36 months or 1 500 hours Power On meter LABOR 12 months TRAVEL 3 months 150 mile maximum POLY TANKS 7 Years or 3 000 hours Water must not exceed 135 F 57 C Freight coverage for 3 Years under the parts section of warranty AC POWERED MACHINES FLOOR MACHINES All EDGE and ORBITZ Models PARTS 1 Year LABOR 90 Days MOTOR 2 Years 1 500 hour ZERO3 WALL MOUNT PORTABLE UNITS PARTS 6 Month BACKPACK VACUUMS Unit Must be Shipped back to Factory Pre Paid Freight PARTS 3 Years Lifetime Hous
16. afety Switch not depressed Defective Relay Fault Motor or Wires Inspect the Clutch Donut Faulty Drive Motor Faulty Wiring Filter clogged Hopper Gasket faulty Hopper full Faulty Vacuum fan Battery Charge is low Wet Sweep By pass Door is open Main Broom worn out Debris stuck to Main Broom Broken Main Broom belt Broken Jackshaft belt Main Broom Belt fell off Jackshaft Belt fell off Battery charge is low Broom has flat spots Debris stuck in Main Broom Main Broom out of round Debris stuck in Main Broom belt Rear Tires loose Worn Front Drive Tire Batteries run down Batteries still down Batteries low on Water Batteries over cycled Contact Local Servicing Dealer See CHARGING BATTERIES Replace Battery Tighten loose cable Slide Main Broom Lever to the down position Contact Local Servicing Dealer Check Safety Switch Check Relay Contact Local Servicing Dealer Contact Local Servicing Dealer Contact Local Servicing Dealer Contact Local Servicing Dealer Turn Filter Shaker for 20 seconds Replace Gasket Empty Hopper Contact Local Servicing Dealer Fully charge batteries Close By pass Door Replace Main Broom Remove debris Replace Belt Replace Belt Reinstall Belt Reinstall Belt Fully charge Batteries Replace Broom Remove debris Replace Main Broom Remove debris Tighten Lug Nuts Contact Local Servicing Dealer Contact Local Servicing Dealer Contact Local Servicing Dealer See Battery Mainten
17. ance Contact Local Servicing Dealer 34 OP EN MACHINE SPECS BODY CONSTRUCTION DIMENSIONS Frame Construction Front Casters Rear Wheels Size L x W x H Weight without Batteries Weight with standard Batteries SWEEPING SYSTEM Sweeping Method Broom length x dia Broom Power Speed Side Broom Size Side Broom Power Side Broom Speed Hopper Capacity BATTERY SYSTEM Battery Run Time Charger 110v 60Hz FILTERING SYSTEM Filtering Material Filter Rating Size Vacuum Rating BATTERY SYSTEM System Voltage Standard Battery Ah Rating Optional Battery Ah Rating Battery Run Time Standard Charger Automatic DRIVE SYSTEM Drive Power Speed Control PRODUCTIVITY Cleaning Width Cleaning Rate GENERAL Sound Level Standard Equipment Optional Equipment 34 OP EN 34 Steel 3175 cm 5 x 2 42 7 x 5 08 cm 2x 10 x 3 2x 25 4 x 7 62 cm 58 x 31 x 38 147 x 78 x 96 cm 355 Ib 450 Ib Direct Throw 26 x 10 1 0 hp 400 rpm 1x 17 0 3 hp 65 rpm 2 0 cubic ft 3 to 5 hours 25 amp Polymer Felt 1 Micron 5 182 sq inches 250 cfm 36 Volts 6x 325 Ah Up to 6x 440 Ah Up to 6 Hrs 36 Amp 1 0 hp 745 watts 0 3 mph 34 30 000 sq ft hr 70 dBA Low Battery Indicator HD Bumper Non Marking Tires Artifical Turf Package Strobe Light Key Switch Horn 21 COMMON WEAR PARTS CYLINDRICAL BROOMS BROOMTYPE PAR
18. at battery terminals are properly torqued to 10ft Ibs Parking Brake works and Park Brake Override functions if installed Always park on a solid and level surface NEVER on a movable or inclinded surface Charging operation and customer understands batteries have limited cycles and recharging 1 cycle Seat and steering wheel adjustment Customer has read and understands the list of WARNINGS CAUTIONS in the Operator manual Battery and Machine Maintenance Guide posters hung up and reviewed Manufacturer s website is a good source of information Videos PM Sheets and sign up for quarterly newsletters L Operators and Parts manuals were delivered reviewed understood and confirmation preventive maintenance is done every 100 hours of use and recorded on PM Sheets provided online or in manuals Installed By print Signature Buyers Representative print 1 Signature Buyer agrees to pay for any repairs adjustments or secondary training that manufacturer determines is excluded from the warranty Complete Online at www rpscorporation com 24 34 OP EN BLANK THIS PAGE WAS INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 1711 South Street Racine WI 53404 www factorycat com Tel US 800 634 4060 Tel Int 001 262 681 3583 RPS Corporation 2015
19. chine on ramps Machine may coast A WARNING To avoid electrical shock do not operate this machine over electrical floor outlets Before you service a Battery always wear face protec tion protective gloves and protective clothing Battery AWARN acid or battery explosion can cause serious injuries Dress safely Do not wear rings or metal wrist watches when servicing this machine as they can cause an electrical short circuit which can cause serious burns AWARNING Do not remove paint over or destroy warning decals If warning decals become damaged call 1 262 681 3583 for free replacements ACAUTION ACAUTION Do not operate this machine if any parts have been To avoid damage to the electronic control components damaged or removed of this machine Do not store this machine outdoors Do not pressure wash this machine ACAUTION Always use the automatic battery charger provided by the manufacturer of this machine to charge the Batter ies of this machine It is designed to charge the Batter ies at the appropriate rate If you must use a different charger disconnect the Batteries before charging to avoid damage to the electronic speed controller 34 OP EN 5 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS Read and obey all Safety Labels on your 34 Floor Sweeper If you have questions about these labels ask your supervisor These images indicate where on the 34 Safety Labels are located If ever the labels become
20. etely CHECKING BATTERY SPECIFIC GRAVITY Use a hydrometer to check the Battery specific gravity Checking Gravity e Hydrometer e Battery NOTICE Do not take readings immediately after adding distilled water If water and acid are not thoroughly mixed the reading may not be accurate Check the hydrometer against this chart BATTERY CONDITION 100 Charged SPECIFIC GRAVITY 80 F 27 C NOTICE If the readings are taken when the battery electrolyte is any temperature other than 80 F 27 C the reading must be temperature corrected To find the corrected specific gravity reading when the temperature of the battery electrolyte is other than 80 F 27 C add to the specific gravity reading 0 004 4 points for each 10 F 6 C above 80 F 27 C Subtract from the specific reading 0 004 4 points for each 10 F 6 C below 80 F 27 C S173 34 PM RECORDS CUSTOMER INFORMATION CITY MACHINE INFORMATION MODEL SERIAL WORK ORDER HOUR METER Key CHASSIS HOUR METER HOUR METER Traction RE CHARGE COUNTER HOUR METER Scrub BATTERY CONDITION CELL 1 CELL 2 CELL 3 CELL 4 CELL 5 CELL 6 BATTERY 1 HYDROMETER BATTERY 1 ELECTROLYTE CLARITY Clear Cloudy Particulate Dark BATTERY 1 WATER LEVEL Overfilled Full Low Dry NOTES PAD BRUSH CONDITION MAIN BROOM FIBER LENGTH ROTATED BRUSHES BROOM DRIVER GOOD WORN NEEDS REPLACEMENT BROOM DRIVER amp IDLER HUBS GOOD WORN NEEDS
21. ey Switch to the OFF position and remove Key Optional Unplug Battery Connector 2 Shake the filter and ensure that the Main Broom and the Side Broom are off the ground 3 Remove Hopper and unscrew 3 screws to remove the Broom Access Door 4 Remove bolt holding Idler Arm in place A SEE N e 1 PS J ff N Jf f Fi DA 5 e Remove Idler Arm and pull out old Broom Slide the new Broom in With new Broom on Driver spin until Driver engages Broom Reinstall Idler Arm and tighten bolt If Broom is not level loosen bolt and run Main Broom motor for a couple seconds 9 Retighten bolt and ensure Broom is level NOTICE For correct Main Broom application Contact your Local Servicing Dealer DRIVER ALIGNED NOT ALIGNED AW ye NS y 34 OP EN INSTALLING SIDE BROOMS 1 Lower the Side Broom by moving the lever and adjusting it to the left Remove the Side Broom from the box Install the Side Broom onto the Motor Shaft Use the bottom hole on the shaft to install the Clevis Pin and Saftey Clip A SEE BELOW 4 Check Side Broom height to see if Adjustments are needed Li
22. fter the Charger has turned off First unplug the Charger from the wall outlet Second unplug the yellow 50 Charger plug from the Batteries and reconnect the Batteries Hecheck the cell level after charging If needed add distilled water up to the correct level Be certain to replace the caps securely and to wipe off the top of the Batteries with a clean cloth a i wt o Jic e il up WATER LEVEL SHOULD BE SER bs 1 8 ABOVE PLATES Pa Th ra di b En 3 7 L i ET Delt ET tea Set St gy E acr LET 5 mos C ha a s y ES s m a E al E a ISi ch Y 4 ET S AY 15 BATTERY MAINTENANCE GUIDE SAFETY WATERING e Add water NEVER ACID to cells distilled water A DA N G E R recommended Explosive hydrogen gas forms when Batteries are charging An open flame or spark can cause this gas to explode Serious personal injury or property damage e Before charging the Batteries only add water if the could occur Only charge the Batteries in this machine plates are exposed Add just enough water to cover in a well ventilated area the plates then charge the batteries Once fully charged add water to the proper level as indicated AWARNING etw Bef B e For full charge plus series Batteries add water to the 3efore you service a Battery always wear face protec maximum water level indicator A tion protective gloves and protective clothing Battery
23. h lever E slowly and then to the speed required 7 To operate the machine in reverse simply release the Clutch Lever E to its neutral position and push or pull machine 8 To stop the machine move the Clutch Lever all the way forward to activate the brake E Always raise the Brooms before stopping to prevent flattening of the Broom bristles 12 34 OP EN CLEANING FILTER P dd 1 If dust begins to blow through the Vacuum Motor is d leaking out of the sides or machine begins to not sweep well then the filter needs to be cleaned 2 Before cleaning Filter turn off Main Broom and Side Broom motors 3 Clean the Filter by turning the Beater Bar Shaker for 20 seconds B NOTICE After using the Shaker Switch let the machine sit for 30 seconds to allow the dust time to settle CHANGING FILTER 1 To remove Filter open Machine Hood by releasing the Hood Latch C 2 Undo the three Keps Nuts and lift open the Filter Chamber Lid D 3 Pull out old Filter and replace with new one EMPTY HOPPER 1 After machine usage stop and shake filter 2 Turn machine OFF 3 Relase the Hopper Access Latch E and remove the Hopper F Always ensure that Beater Bar is in the c upright position before removing Hopper Damage can occur if Hopper removed incorrectly 4
24. illegible worn off or torn promptly report it to your supervisor and replace it D 71 EXPLOSION RISK EXPLOSIVE HYDROGEN GAS FORMS WHEN BATTERIES ARE CHARGING AN OPEN FLAME OR SPARK CAN CAUSE THIS GAS TO EXPLODE ONLY CHARGE THE BATTERIES IN THIS MA CHINE IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA USE ONLY DISTILLED WATER THE BATTERIES USE ONLY THE OEM CHARGER PROVIDED WITH THE MA CHINE ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE BATTERY BEFORE ll J SERVICING MACHINE REFER TO MANUAL OR CALL 011 262 681 3583 BATTERY CHARGING LABEL PART 253 7280 34 OP EN OPERATION CONTROLS 10 11 1 HANDLEBAR ADJUSTMENT CLAMPS Loosen clamps to adjust the total height of the handlebar 2 RECHARGE CYCLE METER Shows the amount of charges on a machine 3 MAIN BROOM POSITION LEVER Control
25. ine controls and features MACHINE SETUP Tells you how to setup machine from un crating to installing squeegee and brushes MACHINE OPERATION Section is to familiarize the operator with the operation and function of the machine BATTERY CHARGING Shows you how to charge the batteries on board and off board charging MAINTENANCE This section contains preventative maintenance to keep the machine and it s components in good work ing condition They are listed in this general order e Batteries e Brooms e Service Schedule e Machine Trouble Shooting TROUBLE SHOOTING A list of common problems that may occur MACHINE SPECS Tells you Machine Specifications for the various parts of the machine MACHINE INSTALL FORM Should be filled out upon machine installation and faxed to 1 866 632 6961 or online at www rpscorporation com WARRANTY POLICY Tells you coverage exclusions and limitations to warranty NOTE The serial number of your machine is located on the lower half of the control panel of the machine SERIAL NUMBER AS OUR POLICY IS ONE OF CONSTANT IMPROVEMENT ALL INFORMATION AND SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE 2 34 OP EN TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 2 Battery Maintenance Guide 16 cogi 16 About This Manual 2 Inspection and Cleaning 16 gt 0 I 16 Table of Contents 3
26. ing Warranty 7 Year Motor Warranty LABOR 3 Years CARPET SPOTTER EXTRACTOR Unit Must be Shipped back to Factory Pre Paid Freight PARTS 3 Years Lifetime Housing Warranty 7 Year Motor Warranty LABOR 3 Years NEW PARTS 90 day warranty on OEM replacement parts when installed by an authorized dealer VALIDIT Y Machine is serviced by Factory Authorized Personnel and a fully completed Machine Delivery Form online or fax is on record at RPS Corporation LIMITATION Warranty will begin on date of machine installation to end user or 6 months after shipment from RPS Corporation to the distributor if unsold at that time This warranty includes all parts and original equipment accessories on the machine except normal wear items Some examples of these wear item exclusions are EDGE ORBITZ isolators 1 000 hours on average EDGE ORBITZ Grip Face Squeegee Blades Wiper Blades Skirts and Curtains Caster Wheels Squeegee Wheels and Bumpers Lights Strobe Headlights or Bulbs Chains and Belts Filters Screens and Vacuum Bags Motor Brushes and or commutator wear Brooms Brushes Pads and Pad Retainers Hoses and Tubing Drive Tires Foam Filled Pneumatic Wheels Tubes or Valve Stems Rubber Floor Seals or Gaskets Vacuum motors with evidence of moisture or debris intrusion or 400 hours Batteries see below NOT COVERED Routine maintenance adjustments or parts damaged from abuse neglect improper use of the machine
27. s depressed Automatically operated by closing the Hood 2 ONBOARD BATTERY CHARGER Onboard charger allows operator to charge machine wherever the need may arise 3 WET SWEEP BYPASS DOOR Door closed to operate on normal floors open door for sweeping on WET floors 4 DUST FILTER ACCESS PLATE Access Plate holds Filter in place if need to replace filter should arise remove Access Plate to gain access to the Filter 5 SIDE BROOM ADJUSTMENT KNOB Adjust Knob in the right direction to elevate the Down position of the Side Broom likewise adjust knob left to lower the Down position of the Side Broom 6 BATTERY ANDERSEN CONNECTOR Disconnect batteries easily and quickly with the quick disconnect Andersen Connector on the battery 34 OP EN LI Ww 1 MACHINE HOOD Machine Hood automatically hits Motor Safety Switch upon closure 2 REARWHEELS Rear Wheels driven by the Clutch Lever 3 SIDE BROOM Machine is equipped with a Side Broom to activate the Side Broom ensure that the Power Switch is to UP position 4 HD BUMPER OPTIONAL For extra protection for the Side Broom system against Walls and other objects 5 FRONT CASTER 180 Swivel Front caster allows easy maneuverability of the machine 6 HOPPE
28. s whether the Main Broom is UP Lever to the left or Main Broom is DOWN Lever to the right 4 MAIN POWER OFF MAIN SIDEBROOM SWITCH Controls what on the machine has power If in the middle position only Main Broom has power while in the top position the Side Broom has power as well 5 BATTERY GAUGE HOUR METER Indicates the amount of battery charge remaining along with total hours used 6 CLUTCH AND BRAKE LEVER Pulling on the lever engages the clutch wheel to drive Rear Wheels and lowering the lever engages the Brake f ADJUSTABLE HANDLEBAR Handlebars being adjustable by loosening and lowering or raising the full handlbar piece allows Operators of any height to operator the machine comfortably 8 CLUTCH AND BRAKE CABLE ADJUSTMENT The Clutch and Brake operator with the same control and by way of the same clutch donut for adjusting see Clutch and Brake Adjustment 9 HOOD LATCH Locks the hood down in place Release to gain access underneath the hood 10 SIDE BROOM POSITION LEVER Contols whether the Side Broom is UP Lever to the right or Side Broom is DOWN Lever o the left 11 FILTER SHAKER CRANK Turn the Filter Crank to clean out the filter before emptying the Hopper Crank must be vertical before reomoving or replacing the Hopper 34 OP EN 275 OPERATION CONTROLS e 4 NZ PE 1 KS V Im 5 3 2 1 SAFETY SHUT OFF SWITCH Safety Switch that doesn t apply motors to operate unles
29. tery always wear face protec s tion protective gloves and protective clothing Battery acid or battery explosion can cause serious injuries AWARNING The Batteries in this machine contain sulfuric acid which causes burns to skin If battery acid contacts 7 clothing or skin rinse the effected area with cold water 2 ye E immediately If battery acid gets on your face or in your aA eyes flush the area immediately with cold water and seek medical attention ACAUTION Always use the automatic battery charger provided by the manufacturer of this machine to charge the Batter ies of this machine It is designed to charge the Batter ies at the appropriate rate If you must use a different charger disconnect the Batteries before charging to avoid damage to the electronic speed controller
30. tteries in this machine contain sulfuric acid which causes burns to skin If battery acid contacts clothing or skin rinse the effected area with cold water immediately If battery acid gets on your face or in your eyes flush the area immediately with cold water and seek medical attention A CAUTION Always use the automatic battery charger provided by the manufacturer of this machine to charge the Batter ies of this machine It is designed to charge the Batter ies at the appropriate rate If you must use a different charger disconnect the Batteries before charging to avoid damage to the electronic speed controller EXTERNAL BATTERY CHARGING OPTIONAL 1 Transport machine to a well ventilated area for charging Turn the machine off Open the Machine Hood Check the water in each Battery A Do not charge the machine unless the water is slightly higher than the plates If needed add enough distilled water to just slightly cover the plates Be careful not to over fill Batteries can overflow during charging Replace caps before charging 4 First disconnect the batteries by unplugging the yellow 50 Charger plug Connect the yellow 50 Charger plug 34 OP EN to the machine s Charger B While the Charger plug is connected plug the charger power cord into a grounded 110 Volt standard wall outlet C The Charger will automatically begin charging and automatically shut off when fully charged check Battery gauge A
31. which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury AWARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury ACAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury or damage to this machine or nearby objects CAU TION also can be used to alert against unsafe practices NOTICE NOTICE indicates information considered important but not hazard related This safety message may be related to property damage or warranty warnings Your safety and that of others is very important Operating this machine safely is an important responsibility DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNLESS e You are trained and authorized to do so e You have read and understood this Operators Manual e On surfaces with greater than a 2 grade unless this machine is equipped with a functional parking brake WHEN OPERATING THIS MACHINE e Remove loose objects from the floor that could be projected from the rotating Brushes e Keep your hands and feet away from the rotating Brushes Do not operate this machine where flammable liquids are present Use caution when maneuvering BEFORE LEAVING THE MACHINE e Park the machine on a level surface e Turn the machine off BEFORE SERVICING THE MACHINE e Disconnect the Batteries ADANGER Explosive hydrogen gas forms when Batteries are charging An open flame
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