8
thumbs and squeeze both switch triggers to
start the machine (Fig.3).
WARNING - Never start the machine
without pads fitted.
•
Once the machine has started the interlock
buttons should be released.
•
To stop the machine release both switch
triggers.
Orbis 452/400 dual speed
The speed selector switch on the dual speed
model is located on the motor housing. Ensure
machine is switched off before changing the
speed setting.
7.2 Polishing
•
Fit polishing brush or drive disc and pad
suitable for the speed of the machine and the
surface to be polished. (see
Accessories
).
•
Apply polish to the floor in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions.
•
Do not
keep the machine rotating on one spot
for more than 3 seconds, as this could cause
overheating and damage the floor surface.
7.3 Scrubbing and Shampooing
•
For scrubbing or shampooing the solution tank
must be fitted as described (see
Fitting the
solution tank
).
•
Fit a brush or drive disc and pad suitable for
the surface to be cleaned. (see
Accessories
).
•
WARNING - This appliance has been
designed for use with the brushes specified
by the manufacturer. The fitting of other
brushes may affect its safety.
•
Fill the solution tank with water and an
appropriate measure of detergent.
•
IMPORTANT
- Use only cleaning agents
suitable for automatic machines i.e. low
foaming, and follow the chemical manufactuers’
directions regarding use, handling, disposal
and health and safety provisions.
•
Before starting the machine release a liberal
amount of cleaning solution from the tank to the
floor. The flow of solution from the tank is
controlled by moving the left hand lever.
Releasing the lever stops the flow.
•
Proceed to operate the machine in the normal
manner, releasing more cleaning solution from
time to time as required.
•
Do not
keep the machine rotating on one spot
for more than 3 seconds, as this could cause
overheating and damage the floor surface.
•
Dirty water should not be allowed to
accumulate on the floor, it should be removed
to prevent dirt from settling. We suggest using
a suction dryer for this purpose.
•
When scrubbing/shampooing is complete,
unplug the machine from the power supply,
empty the solution tank and clean and dry the
machine.
•
IMPORTANT
- Dispose of unused cleaning
solution in accordance with the manufacturer’s
directions.
7.4 Fitting the solution tank
NOTE -
The solution tank is supplied as an
accessory item, complete with attachments and
fitting instructions.
•
Move the handle to the upright position and
clamp the tank support bracket to the handle
tube in the specified position (Fig.4). (Refer to
the instructions supplied with the tank).
•
Take the solution tank and pass the ring on the
tank chain over the left hand operating lever
and locate the ring in the inside slot on the top
of the lever. Rest the solution tank on the
support bracket with the handle tube in the
groove on the back of the tank.
•
To secure the tank in position, engage the
locking bar on the back of the tank.
•
Adjust the length of the chain by means of the
screw and nut adjuster to ensure there is no
tension on the chain when the flow control lever
is not being used.
•
Take the plastic tube supplied and push rigid
end of tube into the connector on the underside
of the solution tank, and the other end onto the
tube at the rear of the motor housing. The tank
connector is of the sealed lock-in type once the
tube is connected. To release, press down on
the orange collar of the connector with the
finger tips and pull out tube.
7.5 Removing the solution tank
•
Pull off plastic tube from machine base.
•
Raise locking bar on back of tank.
•
Lift off tank and detach chain ring from lever.
7.6 The vacuum unit
NOTE -
The vacuum unit and vacuum skirt are
supplied as accessory items, complete with
attachments and fitting instructions.The vacuum
unit combined with the vacuum skirt provides full
dust control, eliminating the need to pre-dust or
post dust the floor. The unit is designed to fit
readily to all Orbis models.
IMPORTANT - The vacuum unit is NOT
suitable for any form of wet cleaning.
7.7 Fitting the vacuum skirt
•
Unplug and lay the machine down with the
handlebar resting on the floor. Remove the
brush or drive disc.
•
Stretch and fit the rubber buffer around the
brush guard.
•
The flexible section of the skirt has a special
spring sewn into the fabric. Fit this spring
section into the groove in the rubber buffer.