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Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance
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Before performing any maintenance on the
machine, be sure that the power is turned off, or the
batteries are disconnected!
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Repairs are to be completed by an authorized
service center only. Any repairs completed by
unauthorized persons will void the warranty.
Daily Maintenance
1. Remove pad driver/ brush and clean with approved
cleaner.
2. Drain recovery and solution tanks completely and
rinse out with clean water. Visually check the
recovery tank for debris and clean out as
necessary.
3. Raise the squeegee assembly off the floor and
wipe it down with a damp towel. Be sure to store
the squeegee in the up position.
4. Remove the vacuum fan inlet filter and rinse it out
with clean water.
5. Clean machine with an approved cleaner and a
damp towel.
6. Recharge the batteries.
7. Check the condition of the squeegee blade wiping
edge, rotate blade if worn.
Monthly Maintenance
1. Clean the battery tops to prevent corrosion.
2. Check for loose battery cable connections.
3. Inspect and clean the recovery tank cover seal.
Replace it if damaged.
4. Check the machine for loose nuts and bolts.
5. Check the machine for leaks.
Motor Maintenance
1. Contact your local distributor for any motor
maintenance.
2. Motor should have the brushes checked every 250
hours. Brushed should be replaced when they are
worn to a length of 10mm or less.
Battery Maintenance
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Batteries emit hydrogen gas and an explosion or
fire can result. Keep sparks and fire away from
batteries at all times.
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Whenever servicing batteries, be sure to wear
protective gloves. Avoid contact with battery acid
at all times.
NOTE: For the best machine performance, keep
batteries charged at all times. Do not let them sit
in a discharged condition.
1. Always follow the battery charging directions as
outlined in the BATTERY CHARGING section of
this manual.
2. Keep battery tops and terminals free from
corrosion. A strong solution of baking soda and
water is the best way to keep the batteries
corrosion free.
DO NOT ALLOW THE BAKING
SODA / WATER SOLUTION TO ENTER THE
BATTERY CELLS.
3. Use a wire brush with the baking soda solution to
properly clean the battery posts and connections.
4. Check battery connections for wear and loose
terminals. replace if necessary.
Machine Storage
1. Always store the machine indoors.
2. Always store the machine in a dry area.
3. Always store the machine in its upright position.
4. Always store the machine with the pad driver/
brush raised off the floor
5. Always store the machine with the squeegee
assembly raised off the floor.
6. If storing in an area which may reach freezing
temperatures, be sure to drain all fluids from the
machine prior to storage. Any damage caused by
freezing temperatures will not be covered by the
warranty.
7. Drain the recovery tank.
8. Drain the solution tank of all fluid.
8.645-040.0 Operator Manual KIRA B100 R
