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TORNADO INDUSTRIES, LLC

3101 WICHITA COURT

FORT WORTH, TX 76140

PHONE 800-VACUUMS 

FAX 817-551-0719

WWW.TORNADOVAC.COM

Operations & Maintenance Manual

For Commercial Use Only

Form No. L9128AA 08/19 ©Tornado Industries, LLC.  All rights reserved

AUTOMATIC SCRUBBERS

Floorkeeper 28 TD/99128D

Floorkeeper 28 OB/99128OB

Floorkeeper 32 TD/99132D

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Page 1: ...UMS FAX 817 551 0719 WWW TORNADOVAC COM Operations Maintenance Manual For Commercial Use Only Form No L9128AA 08 19 Tornado Industries LLC All rights reserved AUTOMATIC SCRUBBERS Floorkeeper 28 TD 991...

Page 2: ...y Terms subject to change without notice 1 All Windshear Blowers Storm TV2SS Side and Downdraft Insulation Blowers CV 30 CV 38 CK14 1 PRO CK 14 1 BSE CK14 2 PRO SWM 31 9 CK LW13 1 CK LW 13 1 ROAM CV 3...

Page 3: ...3 NOTES...

Page 4: ...period the original receipt invoice will act as proof of purchase Contact Tornado for any warranty inquiries IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS UNIT R...

Page 5: ...ON Spinning brush Keep hands away Turn off power before working on machine CAUTION Do not operate machine unless trained and authorized NOTE Do not operate machine unless operator manual is read and u...

Page 6: ...tance when lifting the machine NOTE Use a recommended ramp with a maximum of a 12 incline when loading or unloading into off truck or trailer NOTE When transporting the machine use tie down straps to...

Page 7: ...ate of California to cause cancer Wash hands after handling For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov WARNING Do not wear jewelry when working near electrical components WARNING Batteries emit...

Page 8: ...ons and the weight are Width 7 1 8 in 181 mm Length 10 38 in 264 mm Height 11 5 8 in 295 mm Weight 72 lb 37 kg NOTE The on board charger has been programmed to work with the batteries that Tornado pro...

Page 9: ...ed after the last yellow LED goes out leaving only red LEDs Using the unit beyond this point can reduce the life of the batteries NOTE The traction drive battery power level gage also displays fault c...

Page 10: ...aintenance free AGM batteries As your unit leaves the factory the charger is set up to match the type of battery chosen in the original machine order Should you choose to change from the original batt...

Page 11: ...he formation of excess foam could damage the vacuum motor so be sure to use only the correct amount of detergent Water temperature should not exceed 120 F 50 C 1 It is easy to gauge the solution level...

Page 12: ...o position so that the unit s scrub head is centered over the pad driver s or brush es 3 Utilize the foot pedal to lower the scrub deck down onto the pad driver or brush by depressing the pedal while...

Page 13: ...traditional cleaning pad first This pad acts as a backer pad which compensates for low and high spots in the floor 1 Align the Velcro pad retainer along one length of the red backer pad and press dow...

Page 14: ...approximately 1 32 inch 1 mm off the ground allowing the recovery blade to deflect as shown below 2 If for some reason your squeegee blade height must be adjusted it is done so by turning the left thu...

Page 15: ...ARGER DEBRIS DURING THE CLEANING PROCESS Your scrubber has been designed with two hooks molded into the handle that can be used to hang a plastic bag to put larger pieces of debris that you come acros...

Page 16: ...sk units have settings of 70 110 and 150 lbs 32 50 and 65 kg The 28 orbital unit has setttings of 70 110 and 160 lbs 32 50 and 73 kg When the unit is set into operating position with the foot pedal it...

Page 17: ...e feature allows the operator to lift the squeegee with the other hand a small element with big rewards when in tight spaces LOWERING THE SQUEEGEE To lower the squeegee lift the squeegee lever and shi...

Page 18: ...while leaving the recovery hose attached lift the squeegee to a vertical position on the right side of the machine and place the squeegee tab into the squeegee hanger Squeegee assembly in transport p...

Page 19: ...und scrub head for damage disk models only X Thoroughly clean entire machine X Check Bromine tablet Replace if it is 25 of the original size X Check linkages and connectors for wear damage X Check all...

Page 20: ...can use a cleaner and sanitizer with a cloth or sponge to completely sanitize the recovery tank This reduces the mold and mildew that can form over time SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY The squeegee system is cruci...

Page 21: ...lly charged prior to watering Refer to the Charging segment of this manual for charging instructions Once charging is completed open the vent caps and look inside the fill wells Add distilled water un...

Page 22: ...ry Connection Diagram After installation is complete be sure to charge your batteries before operating the machine NOTE If changing battery types from wet lead acid to AGM or vice versa see Machine Pr...

Page 23: ...ntrasportingthemachine usetiedownstrapstosecurethemachinetothetruckortrailer NOTE Whentransportingthemachine putthescrubheadintheloweredposition Makesuretheunitisoffbeforedo ingso NOTE Donotallowtheor...

Page 24: ...e Start by checking the recovery hose at the lower elbow connected to the squeegee assembly 2 Then check the upper elbow and the recovery tank orifice If debris is found clear the clog with your hands...

Page 25: ...to consider the batteries If the batteries are wet lead acid batteries check the water levels in the battery cells If they require watering refer to the Battery Watering segment of this manual If the...

Page 26: ...ocated on the underside of the unit between the wheels and the casters and clean out the debris Once clean re attach the filter and tighten it until snug Ensure the screen filter element is aligned pr...

Page 27: ...triction collar then it is likely in the recovery tank at the drain opening In this case we suggest that the operator put rubber gloves on prior to submerging their hand to check for the clog Once the...

Page 28: ...ng well short of this then it is likely that the recovery hose is not routed properly and has become an obstruction To fix this route the recovery hose to have the loop hose trap between the squeegee...

Page 29: ...ueegee assembly may be obstructed Remove recovery hose and run water through it to check for any clogs Remove squeegee assembly and check for a clog in the neck of the assembly Recovery hose may be da...

Page 30: ...on Squeegee is still in transport storage position Lower squeegee to operating position Vacuum motor relay may be faulty Contact a service center for testing Vacuum motor or wiring may be faulty Conta...

Page 31: ...ree Traction drive motor tripped Remove overload condition and reset Traction drive motor has short circuited Contact a service center for testing Four Battery lockout has occurred Recharge batteries...

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