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User Manual

E17/E20 Walk-Behind Scrubber
Disc Brush Drive

Summary of Contents for E20 SPORT

Page 1: ...User Manual E17 E20 Walk Behind Scrubber Disc Brush Drive ...

Page 2: ...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 this booklet Use original Minuteman supplied parts ...

Page 3: ...s 105Ah 20 hr 95Ah 20 hr 69 dBA 17 in 43 cm 34 in 86 cm 12 750 ft2 hr 1 185 m2 1 7 mph 2 7 km per hr 24 volts 65 cfm 110 m3 hr 45 inches 112mbar 60 HP 450 W Disc 3 4 HP 560W 1 180 RPM Coming Soon 12Gal 45 liters 13 Gal 49 liters 2 306 lbs 139 kg 196 lbs 89 kg 44 4 x 18 8 x 42 3 112 8 x 47 8 x 170 4 cm Current Max Battery Capacity Lead Acid Battery Capacity Gel Sound Level Cleaning path width Squee...

Page 4: ...4 CE Declaration ...

Page 5: ...ding Brush 31 Notes 32 After Use 34 Maintenance 35 Troubleshooting 36 Warranty 38 Technical Specifications 3 CE Declaration 4 Safety Instructions 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6 For Safety During Operation 6 For Safety when Servicing or Maintaining Machine 6 Inspection 7 Electrical 7 Batteries 7 Operator Responsibility 7 Unpacking Instructions 7 Machine Overview 8 Machine Overview Front 8 Machin...

Page 6: ...erials such as solvents thinners fuels grain dust etc Store or park this machine on a level surface only To prevent unauthorized use machine should be stored or parked with the key removed This machine is designed for level operation only Do not operate on ramps or inclines greater than 2 This machine is not suitable for picking up hazardous dusts Use caution when moving this machine into areas th...

Page 7: ...not recommend mixing AMP 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 of the machine to keep it in good working c...

Page 8: ...ine Overview Machine Overview Front A CUP HOLDER B SOLUTION FILL PORT C RECOVERY TANK LID D RECOVERY TANK E BRUSH DECK F FRONT WHEEL G REAR CASTER H SOLUTION TANK J FLOATING DECK SKIRT A A B C D H E H E G F J ...

Page 9: ...r A BAIL HANDLE B SQUEEGEE LIFT LEVER C SOLUTION CONTROL LEVER D RECOVERY TANK DRAIN HOSE E ONBOARD CHARGER CORD F CIRCUIT BREAKERS G RECOVERY HOSE H CONTROL PANEL J SOLUTION TANK DRAIN HOSE LEVEL INDICATOR K BRUSH LIFT PEDAL L REAR SQUEEGEE ...

Page 10: ...10 Machine Overview Control Panel A B C D F E G A BAIL HANDLE B HANDLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB C KEY SWITCH D SQUEEGEE LIFT LEVER E SOLUTION CONTROL LEVER F BATTERY GAUGE G CHARGE STATUS INDICATOR ...

Page 11: ... machine will operate Squeegee Lift Lever D When actuated to the top position the squeegee is lowered and the vacuum motor turns on When locked in the bottom position the squeegee is raised and the vacumm motor shuts off Solution Control Lever E This lever controls the rate at which solution is dispensed Moving the lever up will increase the amount of solution Moving the lever down will decrease t...

Page 12: ... Meter Minuteman offers an optional hour meter for the E17 E20 The optional kit replaces the power cord mounting bracket at the rear of the machine with one that contains an hour meter that runs when the brush motor is on Kit K E1720HM ...

Page 13: ...o ensure proper solution flow To open unscrew the assembly Note that the cone of the washer is facing out toward the rear of the machine Remove washer and rinse reinsert and screw assembly together tightening by hand Overtightening with tools may damage the plastic threads A Fitting MGHT B Screened Washer C Hose Barb Insert D Fitting FGHT In Line Solution Filter Assembly Optional Solution Solenoid...

Page 14: ...ted under the recovery tank The Battery compartment can be accessed for servicing and maintenance by tilting the recovery tank make sure recov ery tank has been drained before tilting The battery com partment contains two 12 volt batteries connected in series Connect the batteries according to the battery connection diagram see diagram The recommended batteries are 105Ah Minuteman P N 956712 or 10...

Page 15: ...y maintenance check of this component is essential to have optimum machine performance The blade configuration has two usable edges and can be turned inside out to utilize the opposite side of the blade If streaking occurs it is time to turn the blade to good edge or replace if this has already been done The blade can be accessed by removing the 6 Adjusting Nuts A 2 Bumper Wheels B and the Squeege...

Page 16: ...n the two star shaped knobs B 3 Remove the squeegee A Changing the Squeegee Blades Check the inner and outer squeegee blades on the squeegee A weekly for signs of wear The squeegee blades can be reused by turning them can be turned for 4 total uses 1 Pull off the suction hose D loosen the two star shaped knobs B and remove the squeegee 2 Unlock the fastening device E and remove the outer squeegee ...

Page 17: ...usting screw C coun terclockwise the clearance between squeegee blade and floor is increased in the center Fig 1 When turning the adjusting screw C clock wise the clearance between squeegee blade and floor is reduced in the center Fig 2 3 Switch the machine on and check the suction pattern When the machine is in operation the entire surface of the squeegee blades center and outer areas must be app...

Page 18: ...heel The squeegee height is preset at the factory to 3mm In cases of very smooth floors e g finished floors PVC linoleum etc see 2mm illustration for washer configuration In cases of very uneven floors e g poorly laid tiles water does not run off configure as shown in 4mm illustration Keep the extra washers by installing them above the bracket as shown 3 mm 2 mm 4 mm Adjusting the E20 Squeegee Bla...

Page 19: ...n of the handle can be adjusted to suit the needs of the operator The handle angle can be adjusted without tools by loosening the Angle Adjustment Knob A on each side and rotating the handle to the desired position There are 5 angular positions 11 25 apart for a total of 45 between the minimum and maximum position Angle Adjustment A ...

Page 20: ...te Position 3 Fully Extended Horizontal Adjustment The horizontal position can be adjusted by removing the 4 Mounting Bolts B 2 each side with a 9 16 socket and sliding the Mounting Plate P to one of the 3 available positions The machine is shipped from the factory in position 1 P B ...

Page 21: ...o a floor drain A B The Solution Tank Drain Hose also serves as a water level indicator for the solution tank The amount of water remaining in the solution tank can be seen through the clear drain hose Level markers molded into the solution tank are positioned at 1 4 1 2 3 4 and full levels Solution Tank Drain Hose Solution Level Indicator ...

Page 22: ...22 Machine Overview The Solution Fill Filter B should be cleaned regularly To remove simply open the Solution Tank Lid A and pull the filter out A B Solution Fill Filter ...

Page 23: ... is essential to keep the float in working order through regular maintenance The float should be cleaned daily by thoroughly rinsing with a hose Removal of the screened float is not necessary for daily maintenace At least once a month the screened float should be completely removed cleaned and checked for any damage to the seal or metal screen WARNING Damage to the machine may occur if operated wi...

Page 24: ...old A and recovery tank C The screened float B can be accessed by removing the 1 5 bolt D and two 1 25 bolts E that attach the manifold to the recovery tank using a 7 16 socket A F B D E A Vacuum Manifold B Screened Float C Recovery Tank D 1 5 Bolt E 1 25 Bolt 2 F Helical Washer 3 G Flat Washer 3 G E ...

Page 25: ...ot lower with out brush CAUTION Bristles may be damaged if deck is lowered onto floor without brush pad driver installed Brush Deck Skirt will ride on the floor in use and float up or down based on amount of pad brush remaining With brush removed deck raised Remove skirt for cleaning by pulling forward then down over the edge of the deck ...

Page 26: ...tion tank It is important to check and clean the screened washer inside the assembly regularly to ensure proper solution flow To open unscrew the assembly Note that the cone of the washer is facing out toward the rear of the machine Remove washer and rinse reinsert and screw assembly together tightening by hand Overtightening with tools may damage the plastic threads A Fitting MGHT B Screened Wash...

Page 27: ... protective clothing and safety glasses Remove metal jewelry Do not lay tools or metal objects on top of the batteries Charging batteries generate 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 low add distilled...

Page 28: ...aches the red zone the batteries need to be recharged Take the machine to a well ventilated area unwind the battery charger power cord from the electrical box cover and plug into an appropriate power source After approximately 10 seconds the battery charge status indicator will turn on Be sure to check the battery water levels as recommended WARNING Charging batteries generates explosive gasses Do...

Page 29: ...rd operating time of the brush motor Solution Solenoid Optional Water solenoid will operate when the brush motor is turned on The solution lever must be moved to the desired operating position but does not need to be moved to the closed position when stopping for brief periods ...

Page 30: ...ad the brush first center the E17 E20 brush deck over the scrub brush 2 Lower the scrub deck by releasing the deck lift pedal 3 With the key turned on pull the bail handle to engage the scrub brush onto the scrubdeck Loading Brush ...

Page 31: ...ush first lift the scrub deck by pressing down on the deck lift pedal Make sure the pedal is in the home position shown below 2 Momentarily turn the key 1 to 2 seconds to the Brush Unload po sition then let the key return to the off O position CAUTION Make sure scrub deck is clear of all personnel and obstructions before operating Brush Unload ...

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Page 34: ... the plumbing inside the recovery tank and the drain hose cap 3 Empty and clean the recovery tank by flushing with a hose Be sure to also clean the float shut off screen 4 Remove the brushe or pad holder and rinse them in warm water and hang to dry 5 Remove the rear squeegee rinse with warm water and reinstall after cleaning 6 Check the maintenance schedule in the next section and perform any requ...

Page 35: ...ion of the machine Apply a generous amount of grease into the fittings on the rear caster swivel 2 until grease seeps out around the bearings Apply lubricant or light machine oil to lubricate the Pivot mounting point of the rear squeegee to the chassis 1 Rear squeegee caster wheel axle 2 Daily Weekly Monthly Yearly Charge Batteries Check Each Battery Cell s Water Level Lubrication Grease Fittings ...

Page 36: ... brush or pad Wrong brush or cleaning chemical Consult Minuteman Debris caught on scrub brush Remove debris Moving machine too fast Slow down Not using enough solution Adjust solution flow setting Low battery charge Recharge batteries Retaining ring on brush motor shaft not in groove Remove brush hub assembly and slide ring into groove Inadequate solution flow or no solution to the floor Solution ...

Page 37: ... does not unload Foot pedal not in home position Place pedal in notch Tripped brush motor circuit breaker Reset breaker Broken brush motor switch Replace switch Damaged brush block or drive hub Replace Retaining ring on brush motor shaft not in groove Remove brush hub assembly and slide ring into groove Charger Warning Indicators LED Status Description Warning RED LED lamp blink once Output open c...

Page 38: ...quipment 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 limited warranty is applicable only i...

Page 39: ...0 X12 X12H TRS 14 1 yr 1 yr 10 yrs 0 E17 E20 Electric Scrubbers 1 yr 6 months 10 yrs 0 Pneumatic Vacuums 3 yr 1 yr 0 0 Description Parts Labor Poly Travel Battery Operated Group 3 yrs 2 yrs 10 90 days Sweepers 1 yr 1 yr 10 90 days Internal Combustion Group 1 yr 1 yr 10 90 days Not to exceed two hours Exception PAS 14B 1 yr 1 yr 10 yr 0 Battery Chargers One year replacement Replacement Parts Ninety...

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