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Max Ride Sweeper Vac  #988770UM  Rev. A 10/21                                                           

© 2021 Minuteman International, Inc.

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Care - After Use

1.    

When fi nished vacuuming, push the orange button to stop the vauum, and raise the vacuum head lift 
lever, and lift the vacuum head.

2.   Move the machine to a service area for daily maintenance and review items that may need service.
3.   Remove the brushes and rinse them in warm water and hang to dry. (weekly)
4.   Remove the debris tray, and empty it. (daily)
5.   Check the maintenance schedule, and perform any required maintenance before storing the machine.
6.   Store the machine indoors in a clean dry place. Keep from freezing. Leave solution/recovery tank lid open 

for ventilation to prevent odor buildup.

7.   Turn Key switch OFF (O) and remove key.

Summary of Contents for Max Ride 20

Page 1: ... 2021 Minuteman International Inc Max Ride Sweeper Vac 988770UM Rev A 10 21 Page 1 Max Ride Sweeper Vac Operations Manual Minuteman International Inc A Member of the Hako Group 988770UM Rev A 10 21 ...

Page 2: ... and preventive maintenance instructions Operators must read and understand this manual before operating or servicing this machine This machine was designed to give you excellent performance and efficiency For best results and minimal cost please follow the general guidelines below Operate the machine with reasonable care Follow the manufacturer s suggested maintenance instructions as provided in th...

Page 3: ...meter 6 Average Productivity 22 015 sq ft hr Vacuum Brush Speed 1500 RPM Turning Radius 50 5 Vacuum Brush Diameter 4 Maximum Ramp Climbing 6 Side Broom Diameter 11 Machine Voltage 24 VDC Vacuum Motor 24V 2 Stage Power Source 2 12 volt 140AH Batteries Optional 235AH AGM Vacuum Airflow 67 CFM Battery Charger On Board Vacuum Waterlift 51 H20 Maximum Run Time 2 5 4 0 hours Sound Pressure 68 dba Weight...

Page 4: ...rn Pushbutton Switch 11 Battery Status Indicator 11 Slow Mode Button 11 Vacuum Pushbutton 11 Keyswitch 11 Rear of Machine 12 Circuit Breakers 12 Battery Compartment 12 Machine Operationtion 13 To Turn on Machine 14 Direction Switch 14 Driving 14 To Turn on Vacuum Motor B 14 Operator Seat Pressure Switch 15 Electromagnetic Brake Release Lever 16 Maintenance 17 To Charge Batteries 17 To Replace Batt...

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Page 6: ... devices on the machine and train the personnel operating the machine Report any machine damage or faulty operation immediately Do not use machine if it is not in proper operating condition WARNING Operators must be adequately instructed on the use of the machine WARNING Operators must read and understand this manual before operating or maintaining this machine WARNING Do not operate this machine ...

Page 7: ...table for picking up hazardous dusts Use caution when moving this machine into areas that are below freezing temperatures Any water in the tanks or hoses can cause damage to the machine FOR SAFETY WHEN SERVICING OR MAINTAINING MACHINE Stop on level surface Disconnect the power to the machine by removing the back cover and unplugging the red battery connector Avoid moving parts Do not wear loose ja...

Page 8: ...commend mixingAMP hour capacities Alternate battery sets can be used if they equal physical size and capacity If alternate battery sets are used please contact Minuteman for on board charger settings Operator Responsibility Read this manual carefully before operating this machine The operator is responsible for taking care of the daily maintenance and check ups of the machine to keep it in good wo...

Page 9: ...International Inc Page 9 Machine Overview Machine Overview A STEERING WHEEL B CONTROL CONSOLE C VACUUM HEAD LIFT LEVER D ROLLER BUMPER E FRONT DRIVE WHEEL F SIDE BRUSH G ACCELERATOR PEDAL H VACUUM HEAD I REAR TIRE J VACUUM HOUSING TANK K LID AND OPERATOR SEAT ...

Page 10: ...1 Minuteman International Inc Max Ride Sweeper Vac 988770UM Rev A 10 21 Page 10 E D C B A A FORWARD REVERSE B HORN BUTTON C BATTERY STATUS INDICATOR D TURTLE MODE E VACUUM BUTTON F KEYSWITCH F Control Panel ...

Page 11: ...much battery life remains When the machine is at 10 runtime only 2 leds will be illuminated At 5 runtime the LEDS will flash Vacuum will work for an additional five minutes and then it will shut off until the batteries are recharged Slow Mode Button D Pushing this button slows the machine down Vacuum Pushbutton E This button illuminates orange when turned on and activates the vacuum Keyswitch F Turns...

Page 12: ...chine If any of the functions above are not operating check if the circuit breaker buttons have tripped Press to reset The battery compartment is located in the rear of the ma chine under the recovery tank he battery compartment contains two 12 volt batteries connected in series Connect the batteries according to the battery connection diagram see diagram The battery tray may be drained if necessa...

Page 13: ...eries always wear protective clothing and safety glasses Remove metal jewelry Do not lay tools or metal objects on top of the batteries Charging batteries generates explosive gasses DO NOT CHARGE BATTERIES WHEN OPEN FLAMES OR SPARKS ARE PRESENT DO NOT SMOKE Charge the batteries in a well ventilated area Fluid levels should be checked before and after charging and maintained at the proper levels If...

Page 14: ...Vacuum Motor is ON Direction Switch Select direction of machine by moving the directional rocker switch to the forward or reverse position The direction of the machine movement is shown on the control panel with forward and reverse arrows Driving Depress the accelerator pedal the machine will move in the direction selected using the direction switch The amount that the accelerator pedal is depress...

Page 15: ... seat There is a pressure switch C located under the operator seat that must be compressed in order for the machine to operate There are two contact switches located on the vacuum housing tank and the lid When the lid is open A the two switches are not in contact and the machine will not operate When the lid is closed B the switches are in contact with each other When the operator sits in the seat...

Page 16: ...tic brake release lever A is located in the front center of the machine on the drive wheel assembly The machine must be off in order to use this function Slip a small flathead screwdriver B between the wheel and the brake release lever This will bypass the electromagnetic brake so that the machine can be pushed manually when necessary A B ...

Page 17: ...d disconnect the power to the machine by unplugging the red battery connector Used batteries that are labelled as recyclable contain reusable economic goods These batteries must not be added to the normal waste Follow all battery manufacturer guidelines regarding the correct method for disposing of batteries at your location For Wet batteries only Check the battery water levels before each use refi...

Page 18: ...Sweeper Vac 988770UM Rev A 10 21 Page 18 Dust Particle Filter The dust particle filter is located inside the vacuum housing tank The filter keeps dust particles from blowing through into the motor This filter should be removed and cleaned out daily ...

Page 19: ...man International Inc Page 19 The vacuum contains the front sweeper brush the debris tray and the rear vacuum brush The three latches on top of the vacuum head are used to acess the brushes and the debris tray Vacuum Head ZKEd t W Z Zh Z dZ z Z Z s hhD Zh ...

Page 20: ...national Inc Max Ride Sweeper Vac 988770UM Rev A 10 21 Page 20 Debris Tray The debris tray is located in the vacuum head and can be accessed by unlatching the latch and pulling it out The debris tray should be emptied daily ...

Page 21: ... 2021 Minuteman International Inc Page 21 Front Sweeper Brush and Rear Vacuum Brush The brushes are located in the vacuum head and can be accessed by unlatching the latches and pulling them out The brushes should be removed and cleaned weekly ...

Page 22: ...hecked every 500 hours or once a year NOTE Refer to the Service Manual for more detail on maintenance and service repairs Regularly scheduled lubrication of certain machine parts should be performed to insure trouble free operation of the machine Daily Weekly Monthly Yearly Charge Batteries Check Each Battery Cell s Water Level Lubrication Grease Fittings Check Carbon Brushes Check SDUWLFOH ILOWHU...

Page 23: ...ea for daily maintenance and review items that may need service 3 Remove the brushes and rinse them in warm water and hang to dry weekly 4 Remove the debris tray and empty it daily 5 Check the maintenance schedule and perform any required maintenance before storing the machine 6 Store the machine indoors in a clean dry place Keep from freezing Leave solution recovery tank lid open for ventilation ...

Page 24: ...es Battery charger operating Unplug battery charger when charge is complete Vacuum motor does not turn on sĂĐƵƵŵ ďĂŐ ĨƵůů Empty ǀĂĐƵƵŵ ďĂŐ Carbon Brushes worn Replace carbon brushes Vacuum switch disconnected Connect wiring Tripped vacuum motor circuit breaker Reset breaker KƌĂŶŐĞ ďƵƚƚŽŶ ŶŽƚ ƚƵƌŶĞĚ ŽŶ WƵƐŚ KƌĂŶŐĞ ďƵƚƚŽŶ Brush does not unload Tripped brush motor circuit breaker Reset breaker Broken...

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Page 26: ...ealth hazard exists without original equipment replacement All warranted items become the sole property of Minuteman or its original manufacturer whichever the case may be Minuteman disclaims any implied warranty including the warranty of merchantability and the warranty of fitness for a particular purpose Minuteman assumes no responsibility for any special incidental or consequential damages This...

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Page 28: ...lean Minuteman Minuteman International Inc 14N845 U S Route 20 Pingree Grove Illinois 60140 USA Phone 800 323 9420 www minutemanintl com Email techsupport minutemanintl com A Member of the Hako Group 988770UM Rev A 10 21 ...

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