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Solution Tank:
The solution tank is located under the lid, at
the front of the machine, with the filling-funnel
M1
in an acces-
sible position for easy re-filling.
Note:
Always empty the dirty water collection tank, as described
in the next paragraph, before refilling the tank with the diluted
detergent solution. The solution tank has a maximum capacity
of 24 gallons (100 liters). Always use the products and the dilu-
tion quantities recommended by the seller. The solution tank
may be drained by removing the plug on the bottom left side of
the tank or by vacuuming the solution out into the dirty water
tank with a 1-1/2 “ vacuum hose attached where the squeegee
hose normally fits Never use foamy detergents. Use defoamer if
excess foam develops.
Water collection tank:
The dirty water collection tank should
be emptied, preferably each time after use, so that the dirt does
not settle there. To do this, open the ball valve
M2,
emptying
dirty water into the proper drain conforming to local regula-
tions. For sludge clean-out, open the port by loosening both
knobs.
Squeegee:
The squeegee has the final task of completing the
drying of the floor and it is very important for it to be in the
correct position. Lower the squeegee to the working position
by pressing pedal
M3
. Adjust the position of the squeegee by
means of the knobs
M4
so that the black rubber bar is about
1
⁄
32
" (the thickness of a business card)
from the floor. The
squeegee behind this is in natural rubber and must press on the
floor with a certain amount of force.
After the first few
hours the squeegee adjusts itself to the correct angle
and drying becomes even better.
Squeegee pressure is
adjusted by knob
M14
. When cleaning very shiny, smooth or
floors with grout removal of the rear (shorter)squeegee blade
is recommended.
Battery installation and charging:
The batteries must be
inserted in the special compartment provided under the lid.
Apply a layer of vaseline to the terminals and connect in series
as shown on page 18. Make sure that the terminals are correct-
ly tightened. The battery charger must be installed in a well
ventilated place where it is planned to leave the machine. The
charger is provided with a cable for connection to the mains,
normally
120v/60HZ.
Check that the voltage corresponds to
the voltage indicated on the battery charger. Do not use an
extension cord to power the charger. To charge the batteries,
connect the connector of the machine batteries
M 5
to the con-
nector of the battery charger. The Powr-Flite battery charger
will automatically regulate the voltage to the batteries and will
switch itself off when the batteries have been fully charged.
CAUTION: A)
Make sure key switch is turned “OFF” and bat-
tery connector is unplugged from machine before peforming
any maintenance procedures.
B)
Battery acid can cause burns.
When working on or around batteries, wear protective clothing and
safety glasses. Remove metal jewelry. Do not lay tools or metal
objects on top of batteries.
C)
Charging batteries give off explo-
sive fumes and harmful (corrosive) fumes.
NO SMOKING OR OPEN FLAMES OR SPARKS.
Make sure
the charger has turned off before disconnecting it from the
batteries. Charge batteries in a well-ventilated area with the lid
raised and in locked position while the batteries are charging.
