OPERATION
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T12 9009918 (3--2013)
WHILE OPERATING THE MACHINE
Pick up oversized debris before scrubbing. Pick
up wire, string, twine, large pieces of wood, or any
other debris that could become wrapped around
or tangled in the brushes.
Drive in a straight a path as possible. Avoid
bumping into posts or scraping the sides of the
machine. Overlap the scrub paths by several
centimeters (a few inches).
Avoid turning the steering wheel too sharply when
the machine is in motion. The machine is very
responsive to the movement of the steering wheel.
Avoid sudden turns, except in emergencies.
Adjust the machine speed, brush pressure, and
solution flow as required when scrubbing. Use the
lowest brush pressure and solution flow settings
for best performance.
If poor cleaning performance is observed, stop
cleaning and refer to
MACHINE
TROUBLESHOOTING
in this manual.
Perform the Daily Maintenance Procedures after
each use (see MACHINE MAINTENANCE in this
manual).
Drive the machine slowly on inclines. Use the
brake pedal to control machine speed on
descending inclines. Scrub with the machine up
inclines rather than down inclines.
FOR SAFETY: When using machine, go slowly
on inclines and slippery surfaces.
Do not operate machine in areas where the
ambient temperature is above 43
_
C (110
_
F). Do
not operate scrubbing functions in areas where
the ambient temperature is below freezing 0
_
C
(32
_
F).
The maximum rated incline for scrubbing with the
machine is 7%. The maximum rated incline during
transport of the machine is 14.1%.
PRE--OPERATION CHECKLIST
Perform the following steps before operating the
machine:
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Check the machine for fluid leaks.
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Check the operating lights.
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Check left side squeegee for wear and
damage.
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Check main brushes for wear and damage.
Remove wire, string, or twine wrapped around
the main scrub brushes.
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Machines equipped with cylindrical brushes:
Confirm the debris tray is empty and clean.
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Machines equipped with side brush option:
Check for wire, string, or twine wrapped
around the scrub brush.
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Machines equipped with side brush option:
Check squeegee for wear and damage.
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Check the rear squeegees for wear and
damage.
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Check the recovery tank cover seals for wear
or damage.
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Confirm the vacuum fan inlet filter is clean.
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Check the right side squeegee for wear and
damage.
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Scrubbing: Confirm all conventional
cleaning agents/restorers are drained and
rinsed from the solution tank.
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Scrubbing: Confirm the solution tank
is filled with
clear cool water only.
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Check the brakes and steering for proper
operation.
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Check the tires for damage.
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Check maintenance records to determine
maintenance requirements.