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Make sure the power sockets used for the battery charger are connected to a suitable ground system 
and protected by differential thermal solenoid switches.

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Make sure the electrical characteristics of the machine (voltage, frequency, absorbed power) given on 
the rating plate are the same as those of the mains electricity supply.

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It is indispensable to respect the battery manufacturer’s instructions and current legislation. The 
batteries should always be kept clean and dry to avoid surface leakage current. Protect the batteries 
from impurities such as metal dust.

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Never rest tools on the batteries as this could cause short circuit and explosion.

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When using battery acid, always follow the relative safety instructions scrupulously.

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Battery charger: check the power cable regularly for damage. If the power cable is damaged, the 
charger must not be used.

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In the presence of particularly strong magnetic fields, assess the possible effect on the control 
electronics.

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Never wash the machine with water jets.

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The fluids collected contain solution, disinfectant, water and organic and inorganic material. They 
must be disposed off in accordance with current legislation.

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In the case of malfunction and/or faulty operation, turn the machine off immediately (disconnecting 
it from the mains power supply or batteries) and do not tamper. Contact a service center authorized 
by the Manufacturer.

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All maintenance operations must be performed in an adequately lit place and only after 
disconnecting the machine from the power supply.

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All work on the electrical system and all maintenance and repair operations other than those explicitly 
described in this manual must be performed by specialised personnel expert in the sector only.

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Only original accessories and spare parts supplied by the Manufacturer may be used in order 
to guarantee safe problem-free operation of the machine. Never use parts removed from other 
machines or from other kits.

    Disposal  Special waste. Do not dispose of with ordinary waste.

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If you decide to stop using the machine, you are recommended to remove the batteries and dispose 
of them at an authorized collection center.

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You should also make sure that all parts of the appliance which could represent a hazard, particularly 
to children, are made safe.

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Properly clean solutions and recovery tank before disposal.

5. Handling And Installation

5.1. Lifting and transporting the packaged machine

Important

During all lifting operations, make sure the packaged machine is firmly anchored to avoid it 

tipping up or being accidentally dropped.

Always load/unload lorries in adequately lit areas.

The machine, packaged on a wooden pallet by the Manufacturer, must be loaded using suitable equipment 
(see EC Directive 2006/42 and subsequent amendments and/or additions) onto the transporting vehicle. At 
destination, it must be unloaded using similar means.

Summary of Contents for Hurricane Scooter Ride-On

Page 1: ...Operations Manual Hurricane Scooter Ride On Automatic Scrubber Code 19353 C AGM Serial _________________________ Date of Purchase _________________________ More info www dustbane ca 07 2011 ...

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Page 3: ...ot in operation 11 6 4 Mounting and changing the brush drive disks 11 6 5 Preparing the machine for work 11 6 6 Working 12 6 7 Some useful tips to get the most from your automatic scrubber 13 6 7 1 Prewashing with brushes or pads 13 6 7 2 Drying 13 6 8 Draining the dirty water 13 6 9 Draining the solution tank 15 7 Periods Of Inactivity 15 8 Battery Maintenance And Charging 16 8 1 Recharging proce...

Page 4: ...ich could cause death or damage to the health of the operator Danger Important Indicates the need for attention in order to avoid a series of consequences which could cause damage to the machine or work environment or financial loss Indicates particularly important instructions Information In line with the company s policy of constant product development and updating the Manufacturer reserves the ...

Page 5: ...ain element is the brushes ref 5 which distributes the solution on the floor and remove the dirt squeegee assembly ref 6 wipes and dries the floor by collecting the water 3 3 Danger zones A Tank assembly when using certain solutions danger of irritation for eyes skin mucous membranes and respiratory tract and of asphyxia Danger represented by the dirt collected from the environment germs and chemi...

Page 6: ...laming or incandescent objects Never use the machine on slopes or ramps of more than 2 In the case of slight slopes do not use the machine transversely always manoeuvre with care and do not reverse When transporting the machine on steeper ramps or slopes take the utmost care to avoid tipping up and or uncontrolled acceleration Move the machine on ramps and or steps only with the brush head and squ...

Page 7: ...Contact a service center authorized by the Manufacturer All maintenance operations must be performed in an adequately lit place and only after disconnecting the machine from the power supply All work on the electrical system and all maintenance and repair operations other than those explicitly described in this manual must be performed by specialised personnel expert in the sector only Only origin...

Page 8: ... 5 3 Unpacking Important When unpacking the machine the operator must be provided with the necessary personal protection devices gloves goggles etc to limit the risk of accident Unpack the machine as follows 1 cut and remove the plastic straps using scissors or nippers 2 remove the cardboard 3 remove the bags in the battery compartment in the solution tank and check the contents operation manual p...

Page 9: ...m See the relevant paragraph Lift the recovery tank and tilt it backwards by about 90 This provides access to the battery compartment in the solution tank from above Place the batteries in the compartment in the direction shown in the drawing printed inside the compartment on the solution tank Important Mount the batteries on the machine using lifting means suitable for their weight The positive a...

Page 10: ...ps or metal brackets 5 lift the pallet with the machine using a fork lift truck and load it onto the means of transport 6 anchor the machine to the means of transport with cables connected to the pallet and machine itself 6 Practical Guide For The Operator 6 1 Controls Description The machine has the following controls and indicator lights Battery charge light ref 2 consists of 3 LEDs red yellow a...

Page 11: ...longer sufficient water in the solution tank Recovery tank level indicator ref 7 when the recovery tank is full the LED comes on and after a few seconds the suction motor shuts down Display displays active alarms and menus During normal operation it displays the hour counter giving the actual number of hours the machine has been operating Direction selector ref 8 move this selector to set movement...

Page 12: ...knobs ref 3 6 The squeegee blades scrape the film of water and solution from the floor and prepare the way for perfect drying With time the constant rubbing makes the edge of the blade in contact with the floor rounded and cracked reducing the drying efficiency and requiring it to be replaced The state of wear should be checked frequently 7 For perfect drying the squeegee must be adjusted in such ...

Page 13: ...n by pressing the brush button ref 4 LED off With the head raised hold the brush button ref 4 down for at least 5 seconds The machine performs the automatic release maneuver Important Always dilute the solution according to the manufacturer s instructions Do not use sodium hypochlorite bleach or other oxidants particularly in strong concentrations Do not use solvents or hydrocarbons The temperatur...

Page 14: ...on If you are using the machine for the first time we recommend trying it on a large obstacle free surface first to acquire the necessary familiarity Always empty the recovery tank before filling the solution tank again Information For effective cleaning and to extend the working life of the machine follow a few simple rules prepare the work area by removing all possible obstacles begin working fr...

Page 15: ...1 stop solution flow by pressing the button 2 stop the brushes by pressing the button LED off 3 release the accelerator 4 stop the suction motor by pressing the button LED off 5 press the emergency button 6 put the parking brake 7 disconnect the batteries 8 empty and clean the recovery tank 6 7 Some useful tips to get the most from your automatic scrubber In the event of particularly stubborn dirt...

Page 16: ...ing the hose end as high as possible unscrew and remove the cap ref 4 4 lower the hose end gradually controlling the intensity of the flow of water by adjusting the height from the ground 5 check the amount of dirt left in the recovery tank and if necessary wash it out To facilitate cleaning and complete emptying of the drum you are recommended to unfasten and lift it 6 when the dirty water has be...

Page 17: ...and dry again 6 9 Draining the solution tank Use suitable personal protection devices Drain the water with the machine disconnected from the power supply Danger To empty the tank 1 move the machine near a drain 2 remove the cap ref 1 3 when the solution tank is completely empty replace the cap ref 1 The water and solution solution can also be used to wash the recovery tank Information ...

Page 18: ...ivity you should charge the batteries regularly at least once every two months to keep them constantly at maximum charge Important If you do not charge the batteries regularly they may be irrevocably damaged 8 Battery Maintenance And Charging Do not check the battery by sparking The batteries give off flammable fumes Put out all fires and hot embers before checking or topping up the batteries Perf...

Page 19: ... by specialized personnel only in compliance with current safety legislation and as described in the maintenance manual Danger 9 1 Maintenance General rules Performing regular maintenance according to the Manufacturer s instructions improves performance and extends the working life of the machine When cleaning the machine respect the following avoid the use of high pressure washers Water could pen...

Page 20: ...from the water fill hole at the front of the machine 2 clean the filter with running water or the solution solution used on the machine 3 replace the filter back in its housing making sure it is correctly positioned 9 4 Solution filter cleaning 1 Unscrew the screw located below the bottom tank ref 1 2 clean the filter with running water or the solution solution used on the machine 3 replace the fi...

Page 21: ...de retainers ref 2 or 7 by centering the widest part of the slots over the fixing screws on the squeegee body ref 1 then pushing the blade retainers inwards 9 refasten the catch ref 3 or 6 Replace the squeegee in its support 9 4 2 Fuses replacement The fuses protecting the brush and suction motors are located in the fuse holder ref 1 attached to the recovery tank above the machine battery compartm...

Page 22: ...lean the suction hose clean the recovery tank and solution tank check the level of battery electrolyte and top up with distilled water if necessary 10 Troubleshooting 10 1 How to resolve possible problems Possible problems affecting the whole machine PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY The machine does not function Battery connector disconnected Connect the batteries to the machine The batteries are flat Recharg...

Page 23: ...e suction hose is not connected to the squeegee or is damaged Connect or repair the hose There is no power to the suction motor or the motor is faulty Check that the motor power connector is correctly connected to the main wiring and that the fuse is not blown in the second case have the motor replaced The machine does not move The suction motor does not operate Release the emergency button make s...

Page 24: ...he battery is connected are not compatible Check that the power supply characteristics indicated on the battery charger rating plate comply with those of the mains power supply The battery charger has not been installed correctly Taking the actual voltage available at the socket into account make sure that the connections of the primary of the transformer inside the battery charger are correct con...

Page 25: ... a slow flash are cancelled automatically once the malfunction has been repaired and the machine functions normally again Malfunctions with a rapid flash in the table are considered more serious The machine must be turned of using the key switch to reset operation after repairing the malfunction The indication of severity remains active for 10 seconds after which the status LED flashes constantly ...

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