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USER MANUAL
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FLOORTEC 550 P
146 2572 000(1)2005-03 A
MACHINE OPERATION
1.
Avoid stopping for a long time with the machine in the
same position and the brooms rotating: this could
create unwanted marks on the floor.
2.
For the machine to sweep properly the dust filter must
be as clean as possible. To clean the filter while
sweeping, activate the filter-shaker proceeding as
follows:
–
Pull the handle (19, Fig. C) outward up to the end
of stroke, then release it: the interior return spring
strikes the dust filter frame and shakes it.
–
While working, repeat the operation every 10
minutes on average (depending on the dustiness
of the area to be cleaned).
The hopper (16, Fig. C) should be emptied after each
working period and whenever is full.
EMPTYING THE HOPPER
1.
Release the selector lever (3, Fig. C) to stop the
machine.
2.
Turn the on/off key switch (2, Fig. B) in the 0 position.
3.
Activate the filter-shaker by means of the handle (19,
Fig. C).
4.
Disengage the hook (17, Fig. C) by pulling its inferior
end.
5.
By means of the handle (18, Fig. C) pull out the
hopper (16) and empty it in the specific container.
6.
Take back the hopper to its normal position and
engage the hook (17).
7.
Restart the engine.
The machine is ready to start working again.
AFTER USING THE MACHINE
After working, before leaving the machine:
–
Activate the filter-shaker by means of the handle (19,
Fig. C).
–
Empty the hopper (16, Fig. C) (see instructions in the
previous paragraph).
–
lift the side broom by means of the handle (10, Fig. C)
–
remove the key (2, Fig. B) from the machine on/off
switch
–
ensure that the machine cannot move independently
–
activate the optional pedal brake (optional) (25, Fig.
C)
–
then, close the petrol tap (1, Fig. U) in its
compartment (29, Fig. C).
PUSHING THE MACHINE
The machine can be moved my pushing it both with the
on/off key switch (2, Fig. B) in the 0 and in the I positions.
MACHINE LONG INACTIVITY
If you foresee that the machine will not be used for more
than 30 days, proceed as follows:
1.
Check that the machine storage area is dry and
clean.
2.
Lift the machine so that the skirts, the main broom
and the wheels do not touch the ground.
3.
Treat the petrol engine according to the indications in
the related User Manual.
FIRST PERIOD OF USE
After the first period of use (first 8 hours) it is necessary to
carry out the following operations:
1.
Check that the fastening and connecting elements
are correctly tightened. Check that the visible parts
are whole and that there are no leaks.
2.
After the first 20 hours of work, or after the first month,
replace the petrol engine oil (see instructions in the
related User Manual).
NOTE
When the dust filter is obstructed the machine
cannot collect dust and debris anymore.
CAUTION!
To avoid damaging the dust filter do not
work on wet grounds.
NOTE
When the hopper is full the machine cannot
collect dust and debris anymore.
CAUTION!
The petrol engine has a warning system to
prevent damages to the engine provoked
by an insufficient quantity of oil in the
carter. Before the carter oil level goes
below the safety limit, the oil warning
system automatically stops the engine.
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