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                 Clarke

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Operator's Manual (EN) - FOCUS C28 and C33

PROCEDURES FOR TRANSPORTING

How To Put The Machine In A Van Or Truck

WARNING:

The machine is heavy.  Make sure you use two able persons to assist
the machine in climbing the ramp.

1.

Make sure the loading ramp is at least eight (8) feet long, and strong enough to support the machine.

2.

Make sure the ramp is clean and dry.

3.

Put the ramp in position.

4.

Remove squeegee assembly, brush housings, & brushes or pad drivers before loading.

5.

Turn key switch "ON".

6.

Align the machine on a level surface ten (10) feet in front of the ramp.

7.

Put the traverse speed switch in the "HI" position.

8.

Press one or both forward switches.

9.

Push the machine to the top of the ramp.

10. Turn the key switch "OFF".

11. Fasten the machine to the vehicle.

How To Remove The Machine From A Van Or Truck

1.

Make sure there are no obstructions in the area.

2.

Make sure the unloading ramp is at least eight (8) feet long and strong enough to support the machine.

3.

Make sure the ramp is clean and dry.

4.

Put the ramp in position.

5.

Unfasten the machine.

WARNING:

The machine is heavy.  Make sure you use two able persons to assist in
moving the machine down the ramp.

6.

Turn the key switch "ON".

7.

Carefully and slowly, drive the machine to the top of the ramp by pressing and holding either of the forward
switches and the reverse switch.

8.

Put the traverse speed switch to the mid range speed setting.  As the machine begins to travel down the
ramp,  maintain a slow downward speed by pressing either of the forward switches.

9.

Replace squeegee assembly, brush housings, & brushes or pad drivers after the machine is unloaded
and ready to use.

Summary of Contents for Focus C28

Page 1: ...the operation of this machine before using it If your operator s cannot read this manual have it explained fully before attempting to operate this machine All directions given in this book are as see...

Page 2: ...e Squeegee 15 How To Fill The Solution Tank 15 How To Traverse Machine 16 How To Clean A Floor 16 Maintenance 17 How To Correct A Problem 22 Accessories 23 Section II Parts and Service Manual Solution...

Page 3: ...DANGER Lead acid batteries generate gases which can cause an explosion Keep sparks and flames away from batteries Do not smoke around the machine Charge the batteries only in an area with good ventila...

Page 4: ...nvironmental Protection Agency has established certain regulations regarding discharge of waste water Also city and state regulations regarding this discharge may be in your area Understand and follow...

Page 5: ...nch 43cm 14 inch 36cm w 5 1 5 cm overlap w 5 1 5 cm overlap Brush Speed 200 rpm 200 rpm Brush Pressure 150 lbs 150 lbs Speed Forward Variable to 230 ft min Variable to 230 ft min Speed Reverse Variabl...

Page 6: ...n the key switch OFF 11 Fasten the machine to the vehicle How To Remove The Machine From A Van Or Truck 1 Make sure there are no obstructions in the area 2 Make sure the unloading ramp is at least eig...

Page 7: ...FOCUS C28 and C33 7 SYMBOLS USED ON FOCUS C28 C33 Hazard Alert Symbol On Off Key Switch BrushUp Down Solution Control Power Traverse Speed Control Charge Battery Meter Warning Label with parking brak...

Page 8: ...he left switch can be used Reverse Switch See Figure 1 Item F The reverse switch when used in conjunction with one of the forward switches causes the machine to reverse direction The reverse speed is...

Page 9: ...EN ENGLISH Clarke Operator s Manual EN FOCUS C28 and C33 9 Figure 1 MACHINE CONTROL PANEL C28 C33 E F B E A G H I J K L M D C...

Page 10: ...attery to apply the brake There is a mechanical lever located on the brake This lever is an override To manually release the brake rotate the lever toward the rear of machine counter clockwise To retu...

Page 11: ...e the batteries in the solution tank as shown in figures 6a and 6b WARNING Lifting batteries without help could result in an injury Get help to lift the batteries The batteries are heavy WARNING Worki...

Page 12: ...ow fromthecells Alwaystopoff the cells with distilled water after charging CAUTION Irreversible damage will occur to the batteries if the electrolyte level doesnotcovertheplates Keepthe electrolyte at...

Page 13: ...walls and other objects Make sure there are no objects near the vents on the bottom of the charger 4 Disconnect the battery pack connector from the batteries 5 Connect the DC connector on the charger...

Page 14: ...horpaddriverunderthebrushmotorplate See figure 10 7 Alignthelugsonthemotorgimbalwiththeslotsinthe brushgimbal 8 Pull the brush up until the gimbal locks 9 Repeat steps 6 7 and 8 to install the second...

Page 15: ...the solution tank follow this procedure 1 Remove the solution tank lid See figure 15 2 Fill the solution tank with water 3 Add a cleaning chemical to the water for the correct amount follow the direct...

Page 16: ...othe side 8 Whenyoustopthemachine turnthekeyswitch OFF How to Clean a Floor WARNING Water solutions or cleaning materi als used with this type of machine can leave wet areas on the floor surfaces Thes...

Page 17: ...figure 20 4 MakesuretheScreenfilteroverthevacuummotor is clean and in position see figure 20 5 Make sure the valve on the recovery drain hose is clean Tightly close the valve 6 Make sure brush housing...

Page 18: ...nkorhose Putthe water hose into the drain hose 4 Leavethetanksandthedrainvalvesopentodryinthe air 5 Check the squeegee blade Use a cloth to clean the squeegee blade If the squeegee blade is damaged or...

Page 19: ...battery after installa tion NOTE Alwaysturnoffkeyswitchbeforeservicingthe machine WARNING Always wear eye protection and protective clothing when working near batteries NO SMOKING 1 To inspect batter...

Page 20: ...y however they may require slight adjustment Adjusting Squeegee Pressure To adjust the pressure refer to Figure 27 Proper adjustment will produce a uniform flare along the rear blade when the machine...

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