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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

CAUSE POSSIBLE 

SOLUTION

Loose wire or bad connection

Check wires and connections

Bad electrical component

Replace bad component

Fuel system problem

Refer to engine owner’s manual and read 
IMPORTANT below

Propane tank shut off valve in 
off position

Open propane tank shut off valve completely

Low oil

Add oil

Fuel system problem

Refer to engine owner’s manual and read 
IMPORTANT below

Propane tank empty

Fill propane tank

Engine problem

Refer to engine owner’s manual and read 
IMPORTANT below

Throttle lever in slow position

Push throttle lever to fast position

Propane tank shut off valve 
not fully open

Open propane tank shut off valve completely

Some type of engine problem

Refer to engine owner’s manual and read 
IMPORTANT below

Out of propane

Replace propane tank with full propane tank

Low oil

Add oil

Intake air filter is dirty

Remove air intake filter and clean

Incorrect oil level

Add or remove oil to achieve proper oil level

Can't remove brushes

Turning brushes the wrong 
direction

Turn clockwise to remove.  Threads are LEFT 
HAND

Brushes worn and have 3/4" 
bristle length or less

Change the brushes

Brush or main drive belt 
slipping

Tension belts or replace belts if worn out

Engine will not turn 
over

Engine turns over, but 
will not start

Hard to start

Engine stops suddenly 
and will not restart

Engine overheats

Poor stripping 
performance or leaves 
wax on the floor

Problem with stripper

Check dilution ratio or try alternative stripper

Excessive splashing

Splash guard too high off floor

Adjust splash guard down

Solution pushed by 
splash guard

Splash guard too low

Adjust splash guard up

Brush or main drive belt 
slipping

Tension belts or replace belts if worn out

Floor too rough to overcome 
friction, may happen on rough 
concrete surface

Check belts for proper tensioning or for excessive 
wear and ensure there is plenty of liquid on the 
floor.

Lacks power

Some type of engine problem

Refer to engine owner’s manual and read 
IMPORTANT below

Nothing here fixes the 
problem

Problem could have several 
causes

Read IMPORTANT below

IMPORTANT:

  Propane fueled combustion engines produce dangerous gases and must be serviced by authorized service 

personnel trained specifically to service propane fueled engines and fuel systems.  The troubleshooting tips are not intended 
to take the place of authorized service personnel.  If you are unsure of what to do contact an authorized service personnel.  
Before working on this machine you must be familiar with the safety instructions in this manual.

Summary of Contents for Lil Bertha XSM 24

Page 1: ...A LIL BERTHA 24 Extreme Strip and Scrub Machine Operator and Parts Manual 1001 Brown Avenue Toledo Ohio 43607 0127 Customer Service 888 GO BETCO Fax 800 445 5056 Technical Service 877 856 5954 www betco com XSM XSM24 24 24 ...

Page 2: ...s 7 Handle Bar 8 9 Lower Handle Support 10 11 Regulator Assembly 12 13 110V Starter Button 12 13 Honda Engine Assembly 14 15 Deck Assembly 16 17 Main Drive System 18 19 Pivot Bracket 20 21 Brush Plate 22 23 Parts List 24 25 Engine Maintenance 26 Electrical Schematic 27 Main Drive Belt 28 Brush Plate and Belt 29 Brush Change 30 Troubleshooting 31 Warranty 32 ...

Page 3: ...peration of your equipment Various types are available A CO carbon monoxide detector detects carbon monoxide before it reaches dangerous levels Detectors are a must for those who run propane powered equipment The CO Detector is for everyone s protection against Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Carbon Monoxide Detector Passive Effective for 30 days after package has been opened Write the date opened on th...

Page 4: ...s and never run the engine in a closed building or confined area without proper ventilation Do not allow engine to run unattended If you have any indication that the engine is not running properly immediately shut the machine off and have it checked over and repaired by qualified maintenance personnel Workers should be trained to recognize the hazards of carbon monoxide and the early symptoms of c...

Page 5: ...dor is present STARTING AND STOPPING THE HONDA ENGINE Starting The Honda Engine The Honda engine is equipped with a 110 volt starter and a push button start 1 Place propane tank into handle assembly and close propane tank strap clamp to secure tank 2 Attach propane hose coupling and fully tighten 3 Tilt machine back so that pad is off the floor 4 Open propane tank valve turn counterclockwise and c...

Page 6: ...marks on the dipstick Do not loosen oil fill cap or remove dipstick while engine is running Park your machine on a level surface Turn the oil fill cap counter clockwise and then lift from the fill tube Wipe the dip stick clean and push it back into the oil fill tube until the cap seats and then withdraw it to check the oil level Do not screw cap on to check oil Add if necessary If the oil level is...

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Page 18: ...18 MAIN DRIVE SYSTEM ...

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Page 20: ...20 PIVOT BRACKET ASSEMBLY E88321 E11418 E12447 E11347 E11418 E12447 E11347 E12447 E86234 E11501 E11430 E12447 E11347 E87987 E10117 E86224 ...

Page 21: ...crews 2 75 Bolt Spacing 4 E11418 Nut 7 16 14 Nylon Lock Grade 5 Zinc 12 E11430 Screw 7 16 14 x 2 250 Hex Head Grade 5 Zinc 4 E11501 Washer 7 16 USS Zinc 2 E12447 Washer 7 16 SAE Zinc 24 E86224 Axle Pivot 25mm OD x 2 0 L 2 E86234 Screw 7 16 14 x 1 500 Hex Head Grade 5 Zinc 8 E87987 Screw 7 16 14 x 1 000 Hex Head Grade 5 Zinc 2 E88321 Pivot Bracket 1 ...

Page 22: ...22 BRUSH PLATE ASSEMBLY ...

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Page 24: ...t 3 8 16 Nylon Lock Grade 5 Zinc 17 E11163 Decal Tensioner Access 17 E11164 Decal Belt Path 17 E11170 Tensioner Access Cover 19 E11289 Key 1 4 x 1 4 x 1 500 17 E11335 Wheel 10 inch 2 50 W 17 E11340 3 4 OD Wheel Axle 23 E11342 Brush Mounting Plate LH 23 E11343 Stripper Center Drive Hub Assembly 23 E11344 Stripper Brush Drive Hub Assembly 19 E11345 Belt B44 V Belt 44 23 E11346 Pulley BK47H 4 45 OD 2...

Page 25: ...Hex Head Zinc 9 E86220 Handle Bar Weldment 21 E86224 1 OD x 1 75 L Pivot Axle 9 E86226 Honda Throttle Cable 20 L 9 E86228 Spacer 10 ID x 1 2 OD x 1 4 Long Black Nylon 19 E86232 Spacer Clutch Strip Kaw Top 1 000 ID x 0 470 L 21 E86234 Screw 7 16 14 x 1 500 Hex Head Grade 5 Zinc 17 E86235 Deck 24 Strip Machine 23 E86236 Strip Brush 8 Flared 3 Hole 23 E86237 24 Brush Mounting Plate 17 E86238 Splash S...

Page 26: ... air cleaner foam element Clean air cleaner paper element Check belt tension Change engine oil Change oil filter Clean dust and dirt from cylinder and cylinder head cooling fins Tighten nuts and screws Clean and regap spark plugs Replace air cleaner paper element Replace air cleaner foam element Replace spark plugs Check and adjust valve clearance Clean combustion chamber Clean and lap valve seati...

Page 27: ...27 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC E86119 Hour Meter SenDEC 5 80V Lower Handle Assembly E12411 10 Starter Cord Not Shown E10022 Ignition Coil E10553 Black 14 Gauge Wire E10128 Red 14 Gauge Wire ...

Page 28: ...tch while ensuring the main drive belt tensioner pulley is in the 2 correct location Put the opposite end of the main drive belt on top of the main drive belt pulley of the brush drive plate 3 Through the front access finish inserting the main drive belt into the main drive belt pulley groove 4 Tensioning Insert a 1 wrench into the tensioner access slot onto the main drive belt tensioner hex on th...

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Page 30: ...h flats of the brush drive shaft top 5 Place an 1 1 4 socket in the center of the brush mount plate on the bristle side 6 Unscrew the brush mount plate from the brush drive shaft while securing the brush drive shaft with the 3 4 7 wrench Now you ll need to remove the brush from the brush mount plate 8 Using a 1 2 wrench and 1 2 socket unscrew the nuts which hold the brush onto the brush mount plat...

Page 31: ... slipping Tension belts or replace belts if worn out Engine will not turn over Engine turns over but will not start Hard to start Engine stops suddenly and will not restart Engine overheats Poor stripping performance or leaves wax on the floor Problem with stripper Check dilution ratio or try alternative stripper Excessive splashing Splash guard too high off floor Adjust splash guard down Solution...

Page 32: ...ranty consideration include but may not be limited to power cords transport wheels vacuum bags belts squeegee blades pad drivers clutch plates handle grips filters screens throttle cables brushes and carbon brushes Subject to the conditions and exceptions stated in this warranty Betco warrants the Betco products to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for t...

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