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MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING

 SC17  98861 05/15/01

 4-7

PROBLEM

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Poor or no water pick-up

Debris caught on
squeegee

Remove debris

Worn squeegee blades

Replace squeegee blades

Vacuum hose clogged

Clear obstruction from
hose

Vacuum hose
disconnected from
squeegee or recovery tank

Reconnect vacuum hose

Vacuum hose damaged

Replace vacuum hose

Vacuum motor inlet screen
dirty

Clean inlet screen

Recovery tank not sealed

Check vacuum motor
position. Replace
damaged seal.

Foam filling recovery tank

Empty recovery tank
Use less or different
detergent
Use defoamer

Vacuum motor does not run, or
runs slowly

Recovery tank full

Drain recovery tank

Circuit breaker tripped

Reset circuit breaker

Loose connection

Check motor wires and
connections

Faulty vacuum contractor

Replace contactor

Worn vacuum motor
brushes

Replace brushes, check
commutator

Poor scrubbing performance

Debris caught in scrub
brush

Remove debris

Worn brush or pad

Replace brush or pad

Improper detergent, brush
or pad used

Contact equipment or
application specialist

Low scrub brush down
pressure

Increase brush pressure

Low battery charge

Charge batteries

Brush motor does not run, or runs
slowly

Circuit breaker tripped

Reset circuit breaker

Loose connection

Check motor wires and
connection

Faulty brush motor
contactor

Replace contactor

Worn brush motor brushes

Replace brushes, check
commutator

Содержание SC17

Страница 1: ...Read these instructions before using the machine MODELS SC17 Operating Instructions 98861 11 25 03 P WALK BEHIND SCRUBBER IPX4 ...

Страница 2: ..._______ OVERVIEW The Saber Compact is a battery powered hard floor scrubber intended for commercial use The appliance applies a cleaning solution onto a hard floor scrubs the floor with a brush or pad and then vacuums the soiled water back into the recovery tank MODEL _______________________________________ DATE OF PURCHASE __________________________ SERIAL NUMBER ______________________________ SA...

Страница 3: ...pecific Gravity 4 2 Charging the Batteries 4 3 Changing Batteries 4 3 Battery Connections 4 3 Scrub Brushes 4 4 Types 4 4 Replacing or Removing Scrub Brushes 4 5 Installing Scrub Brushes 4 5 Squeegee Blades 4 5 Replace Squeegee Blade 4 5 Remove Squeegee Assembly 4 5 Service Schedule 4 6 Machine Troubleshooting 4 7 GROUP PARTS LIST Decal Group 5 1 Electrical Panel Group 5 3 Hour Meter 5 5 Handle Gr...

Страница 4: ...ies Scrub Brushes Squeegee Service Schedule Machine Troubleshooting The PARTS LIST section contains assembled parts illustrations and corresponding parts list The parts lists include a number of columns of information REF column refers to the reference number on the parts illustration PART NO column lists the part number for the part QTY column lists the quantity of the part used in that area of t...

Страница 5: ...tels schools hospitals factories shops and offices for more than normal housekeeping purposes Maintenance and repairs must be done by qualified personnel If foam or liquid comes out of machine switch off immediately Disconnect battery before cleaning or servicing Before the machine is discarded the batteries must be removed and properly disposed of Make sure all warning and caution labels are legi...

Страница 6: ...information carefully Know when these conditions can exist Locate all safety devices on the machine Please take the necessary steps to train the machine operating personnel FOR SAFETY DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE Unless Trained and Authorized Unless Operation Guide is Read and understood In Flammable or Explosive areas In areas with possible falling objects WHEN SERVICING MACHINE Avoid moving parts Do n...

Страница 7: ... LOCATION SC17 98861 05 15 01 2 3 NOTE These drawings indicate the location of safety labels on the machine If at any time the labels become illegible promptly replace them SAFETY DECAL 81505 BATTERY CAUTION 80885 ...

Страница 8: ... fully variable Solution tank capacity 8 Gal 30 3 l Recovery tank capacity 10 Gal 37 9 l Scrub brush diameter 17 in 43 cm Scrub brush pressure 33 lbs 15 kg Scrub brush speed 200 RPM Wheels 2 x 6 in 15 cm Thermoplastic non marking Casters 3 0 x 1 0 7 5 cm Foundation Pressure 286 lbs in 1992 6 Kpa Coverage 6700 ft hr Frame Construction Steel with epoxy powdercoat finish Minimum aisle u turn width 44...

Страница 9: ...NOTES The A weighted sound pressure level emitted by the appliance was measured to be 74 1 dBA This is a space averaged broad band measurement determined according to IEC 704 I This appliance contains no possible source of impact noise The overall root mean squared acceleration at the operator s arms was measured to be less than 1 0 m s This is a tri axial broadband measurement made during normal ...

Страница 10: ...valve controls the delivery of cleaning solution to the scrub system The valve automatically prevents solution flow unless the scrub brushes are turned on The solution control lever controls the amount of cleaning solution delivered to the scrub system The function of the scrub system is to scrub the floor The scrub system consists of a rotary type disk scrub brush motor and lift linkage The brush...

Страница 11: ...overy Tank 4 Recovery Tank Drain Hose 5 Recovery Tank Dome 6 Scrub Brush Pad 7 Solution Tank 8 Solution Tank Cover 9 Solution Tank Drain Hose 10 Solution Strainer 11 Solution Tank Support Lanyard 12 Squeegee 13 Vacuum Motor 14 Solenoid Valve 8 13 11 6 14 7 4 12 5 1 2 10 9 3 ...

Страница 12: ...5 15 01 3 5 1 Solution Control Lever 2 Brush Switch 3 Brush Lift Pedal 4 Vacuum Switch 5 Squeegee Lift Lever 6 Battery Charge Level Indicator 7 Hour Meter Optional 8 Circuit Breakers 9 Brush Reverse Switch 6 4 2 1 7 5 9 8 3 ...

Страница 13: ...r display is divided into 10 vertical bars Bars illuminated on the top indicate full charge Bars flashing near the bottom indicate the batteries should be recharged Further operation of the machine could damage the machine or the batteries When the machine is left overnight with less than a full charge the display may initially indicate a full charge It will also indicate a full charge if the batt...

Страница 14: ...e solution tank Liquid chemicals should be added to the solution tank after filling with water Dry chemicals should be thoroughly mixed before being added into the solution tank Commercially available high alkaline floor cleaners are suitable for use in the solution system NOTE Read the chemical manufacturers recommended proportion instructions 5 Replace solution tank cover Flammable materials can...

Страница 15: ...nds on the amount of accumulation and the type of chemical being used A second scrubbing with the squeegee down vacuum on and again with solution and brush on will further loosen the soil The additional application of solution will further assist the difficult cleaning job FOR SAFETY When using machine go slow on inclines and slippery services EMPTYING AND CLEANING TANKS 1 Park the machine next to...

Страница 16: ...cell before and after charging the batteries Never add acid to the batteries use distilled water Do not allow water level to fall below the battery plates Portions of plates exposed to air will be destroyed Do not overfill Keep plugs firmly in place at all times When servicing machine avoid contact with battery acid Batteries emit hydrogen gas Explosion or fire can result Keep sparks and open flam...

Страница 17: ...IFIC GRAVITY 80 F 27 C BATTERY CONDITION 1 265 100 CHARGED 1 225 75 CHARGED 1 190 50 CHARGED 1 155 25 CHARGED 1 120 DISCHARGED NOTE If the readings are taken when the battery electrolyte is any temperature other than 80 F 27 C the reading must be temperature corrected To find the corrected specific gravity reading when the temperature of the battery electrolyte is other than 80 F 27 Add to the spe...

Страница 18: ...f battery acid balance and damage the machine 5 Replace the battery caps and leave them in place while charging 6 Unplug the battery connector from the machine FOR SAFETY When charging connect the charger to the batteries before connecting the charger to the AC wall outlet Never connect the charger to the AC wall outlet first Hazardous sparks may result 7 Plug the charger connector into the batter...

Страница 19: ...ications Polypropylene is a general purpose scrub brush with stiff bristles Polypropylene works well for maintaining concrete wood and tile floors FINISHED FLOORS Nylon bristles are used in a variety of applications on coated or uncoated surfaces White Pads Polishing are used for dry polishing to achieve a high gloss appearance or surface washing on highly polished or burnished floors Red Pads Buf...

Страница 20: ...hile maintaining vacuum to provide lift The rear blade wipes the floor to a near dry condition It is important the rear blade be in good condition to properly do its job Check both the front and rear squeegee blades for damage and wear each day in the pre run check Change the front blade if it is torn or has an uneven edge Change the rear blade if it is less than 1 2 the original thickness TO REMO...

Страница 21: ... motor to dry Store with dome off tank to allow the tank to dry Check scrub deck splash skirt Check batteries for corrosion cracks and evidence of overheating Check all bearings for noise Check all gaskets for wear and leakage Check vac motor carbon brushes Check belts for wear and replace as necessary Check brushes for wear ensure bristles are not damaged Check linkages for wear and damage Grease...

Страница 22: ... not run or runs slowly Recovery tank full Drain recovery tank Circuit breaker tripped Reset circuit breaker Loose connection Check motor wires and connections Faulty vacuum contractor Replace contactor Worn vacuum motor brushes Replace brushes check commutator Poor scrubbing performance Debris caught in scrub brush Remove debris Worn brush or pad Replace brush or pad Improper detergent brush or p...

Страница 23: ... valve obstructed or stuck Clean or replace No power to machine Battery disconnected Check all battery cable connections Emergency shut off activated Reset Battery connections corroded Clean connections Faulty main contactor Replace contactor Faulty power switch Replace switch Little or no propel Low battery charge Charge batteries Machine turned on with directional control button s not in neutral...

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