Whittaker ROTO WASH R3 Operator'S Manual Download Page 2

You have just purchased the best dual cylindrical 

brush scrubber/extractor available anywhere in the 

world. 

 
 
 

 

The Roto Wash is built to last.  Its housing is made of die cast 

aluminum.  It has a brushless induction high performance electric 
motor and is gear driven.  Since its brushes turn in opposite 
directions, the Roto Wash appears to glide over the surface 
when, in fact, it exerts about 5 pounds per square inch of brush 
pressure.  With each brush turning at 780 rpm, there is an 
unprecedented amount of mechanical action.  But, since these 
brushes are cylinder shaped, there is no heat buildup. 

 

 

The Roto Wash can clean under a mere 9 inches of vertical 

clearance.  By drawing the handle back to a horizontal position, 
the machine can go under almost any ledge, overhang or table 
support system. 
 
 

Extraction is purely mechanical and designed to keep all the 

waste water debris and potential airborne particulate/vapor 
underneath the Roto Wash.  The brushes scrub into the tiniest 
irregularities and remove the waste by “flicking” it onto a slowly 
rotating drum which, in turn, is cleaned by a stainless steel 
stripping blade.  The waste is collected in a removable recovery 
tray. 
 
 

 

Summary of Contents for ROTO WASH R3

Page 1: ...686 or 724 658 8568 FAX 724 658 8731 www rewhittaker com R109 5 15 03 ROTO WASH Operator s Manual Please read manual before using the machine and pay attention to the safety advice Index Safeguards 1 Unpacking Assembly 2 Operation 6 Maintenance 8 Troubleshooting 9 Specifications 10 Cleaning Specs 11 Brush Range 13 Accessories 14 ...

Page 2: ...recedented amount of mechanical action But since these brushes are cylinder shaped there is no heat buildup The Roto Wash can clean under a mere 9 inches of vertical clearance By drawing the handle back to a horizontal position the machine can go under almost any ledge overhang or table support system Extraction is purely mechanical and designed to keep all the waste water debris and potential air...

Page 3: ...mptying filling tanks Connect power cord only to a grounded 3 wire electrical outlet GROUNDING METHODS This machine should be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock The machine is equipped with a three conductor cord and a three prong grounding type receptacle The green or green and yellow conductor in the cord is the grounding wire Never connect this wire to anything ot...

Page 4: ... of handle This helps to prevent accidentally running over the cable 7 Slide the solution release cable through the hole in the cover of the front solution tank and insert into the red solution tube Fig 1 Fasten finger tight as over tightening may destroy red solution tube 8 To install brushes remove the front and rear axles by pushing from either end Position brushes and insert axles Turn brush s...

Page 5: ... Extends scrubbing right up to the wall includes splash guard fender __________________________ 14 3 Solution Control Handle Electrical Cable Holder Fill Opening Solution Valve Handle Connector Bolt Fork Brush Pressure Regulator Red Solution Tube Solution Release Cable Overload Button Circuit Breaker Recovery Tank Solution Tank Transport Wheels Automatically Lift As Machine Is Turned On Axles Thre...

Page 6: ...ening may destroy the red solution tube 7 To install brushes remove the front and rear axles by pushing from either end Position brushes and insert axles Turn brush slightly to make it easier to align the axle with the hexagonal hole on the other side of the machine Hint Placing axles in from side of machine with power cord is easier 4 BRUSH RANGE AND APPLICATIONS Technical Specifications Standard...

Page 7: ... ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Roto Wash is gear driven Series of seven nylon gears Brushless induction motor R3 1 2 hp R4 1 2 hp 110 volts 60 cycle 800 watts Capacitors R3 35 uf running capacitor R4 35 uf running capacitor Motor Protector Circuit Breaker 10 amps Power Cord 50 16 gauge with ground Brush R P M 780 12 5 Solution Control Button Electric Cable Holder Connecting Pin Bolt Fork Recovery Tank Red Sol...

Page 8: ... high friction the handle should immediately be return ed to the Off position Decrease the brush pressure tilt machine on one wheel or change brushes to elim inate this condition When cleaning carpet we recom mend that you use the accessory gray tray to moisten the brushes and also to clean them upon completion of the job PLEASE NOTE It is important to use the handle to start and stop the Roto Was...

Page 9: ...efeating Solution should be fed only momentarily not continuously 8 When cleaning the machine should be run so that the cleaning paths of the brushes slightly overlap 9 When cleaning we recommend the area be pre sprayed by spraying the proper chemical on the surface using a tank sprayer The dirt will be activated by the chemical prior to the brushing action Do not use a foaming cleaner Use rinse w...

Page 10: ...ease cap Part 211 electrical side and pack with grease 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 1 Machine Stalls a Pull the handle back slowly allowing the machine time to run in neutral before beginning to clean At the same time tilt the machine to one side it will usually allow the machine to start without high friction b Moisten the brushes c Reduce the brush pressure d Change to a softer brush for high pile or thick...

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