The operating controls are located on the handle.
Brush motor switch
Used to switch motor ON and OFF. Lights when in the ON position.
Neon indicator
Lights when the machine is connected to the power supply
Vacuum motor switch
Used to switch motor ON and OFF. Provides suction at the squeegee.
Lights when in the ON position.
Solution feed triggers
Supplies cleaning solution to the brush head when squeezed.
Handle adjustment lever
Used to adjust handle to comfortable working height.
Thermal reset button
Thermal protects brush motor from overheating. Press button once to
reset cut-out and restart motor.
STARTING THE MACHINE
1. Fully unwind the supply cord and plug in to a convenient socket outlet.
2. With the solution tank filled and the handle set at a comfortable height,
the machine is ready for use.
3. Switch ON the brush motor, followed by the vacuum motor.
4. Release cleaning solution at regular intervals by squeezing the
handle triggers.
WARNING
– Always ensure adequate solution is on the floor. Scrubbing
without solution could damage the floor surface and/or the machine
brush. Keep the machine moving while the brush is rotating.
IMPORTANT
– Should the brush stop rotating due to operation of the
thermal reset button on the brush motor, switch the machine OFF and
allow to cool for a few minutes. Press the thermal reset button on left
hand side and restart the machine.
WARNING
– If foam or liquid is emitted, switch off immediately and
empty recovery tank. Liquid emitted could be hazardous as a result of its
temperature, or chemical content.
5. To stop the machine, release solution feed triggers, switch OFF brush
motor and then vacuum motor.
6. Normal movement of the machine is in a forward and backward
direction.
7. Proceed to operate the machine in the normal manner, releasing
cleaning solution as required.
8. For heavy soil, scrub floor with cleaning solution but with vacuum
motor OFF. Scrub floor again the pick up the solution.
9. When scrubbing is complete, unplug the machine from the power
supply, empty the solution tank and recovery tanks and clean and
dry the machine.
IMPORTANT
– Dispose of unused cleaning solution in accordance with
the manufacturer’s directions.
WARNING
– Before undertaking maintenance operations or adjust-
ments, switch machine OFF and unplug from the electricity supply.
The machine requires minimum maintenance apart from the following
checks by a trained operator.
Power cord – regularly inspect sheath, plug and cord anchorage for
damage or loose connection. Only replace the power cord with the type
specified in these instructions.
Solution tank – check water flow, if restricted inspect tubing for blockage.
Check that filter is clean and undamaged. A damaged filter must be
replaced.
Recovery tank – check condition and clean tank.
Squeegee blades – check condition and replace worn or damaged
blades.
Solution spray bar – remove the brush to access the spray bar. Check
that the solution feed holes are not blocked or restricted and clean as
necessary.
MAINTENANCE
OPERATION
CONTROLS
Brush motor switch
Neon indicator
Vacuum motor switch
Solution feed triggers
Handle adjustment lever
Thermal reset button
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