Operation
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OPERATING CONTROLS
Speed Control (Figure 4)
• Turn speed control knob clockwise to decrease maximum forward speed.
• Turn speed control knob counterclockwise to increase maximum forward speed.
• Speed control knob can be adjusted while machine is running.
Forward/Reverse
• Push handles forward to move the machine forward.
• Pull handles backward to move the machine in reverse.
START-UP PROCEDURE
Starting the Machine
1. Plug machine into power source.
2. Turn speed control knob to slowest position (Figure 4).
3.
Press ON/OFF switch to the “ON” position.
4. Push or pull the handles to move the machine forward or backwards.
Turning Off the Machine
Press ON/OFF switch to the “OFF” position to turn off machine.
PREPARING BLADES
Setting
Note:
This machine is designed to remove soft good materials.
• Proper blade size and placement will affect performance, depending on the mate-
rial and sub-floor type.
•
For difficult materials, use smaller blades.
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Start with a narrow blade, then increase blade size to optimize cutting pass. Nar
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rower blades work easier than wider blades and usually clean the floor better.
•
Normally, bevel up is for concrete; bevel down is for wood.
• Keep blades sharp. Dull blades greatly affect the performance of the machine and
reduce cutting ability. Sharpen or replace blades as needed.
• Keep work area clean and clear of debris. After removing a portion of material,
move it out of the way.
•
For wood or wood-like floors, pound down or remove any nails or metal obstruc
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tions to avoid blade damage.
• Blades can be offset in the cutting head for easier access to toe kicks or for removal
along the wall (Figure 5).
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Sheet vinyl, solid vinyl, rubber tile, urethane, or PVC sheet roofing will need to be
scored for best removal results. Using a self-scoring blade is recommended.
FIG. 5
FIG. 4
CAUTION:
BLADES ARE SHARP. USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN
HANDLING. NEVER CHANGE CUTTING HEAD OR SERVICE BLADES WHILE
MACHINE IS RUNNING. ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES WHILE HANDLING BLADES.
SLOWER
FASTER
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