User Manual. X Ride 28 Riding Extractor

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1 User Manual X Ride 28 Riding Extractr

2 Intrductin Preface Dear custmer, Thank yu fr purchasing the Minuteman X Ride 28. The utstanding peratinal characteristics f the X Ride 28 shuld justify the cnfidence yu demnstrated in making this purchase. The X Ride 28 is a cmmercial grade Rider scrubber machine. It is battery perated and is intended by Minuteman t be used in accrdance with this manual, the labels n the machine itself, as well as applicable federal, state, and lcal safety and envirnmental statutes, regulatins, and rdinances (cllectively the "gvernmental regulatins"), applicable cmmercial standards, and cmmn sense.. The user's wn safety, as well as the safety f thers, depends t a great extent n hw the X Ride 28 is perated, handled, and maintained. Therefre, as a starting pint, this manual must be read and understd thrughly prir t the machine being switched n fr the first time. When perating r maintaining the X Ride 28, THINK SAFETY FIRST! This manual prvides vital infrmatin cncerning the safe peratin, use, maintenance, and service f the X Ride 28. The varius safety alert symbls, signal wrds, and safety messages cntained herein are intended t be read in cnjunctin with each ther, as well as with X Ride 28 labels, instructin plates, and applicable gvernmental regulatins. T the extent that any gvernmental regulatins cnflict with the prvisins f this instructin manual, such gvernmental regulatins wuld gvern. Yur authrized Minuteman dealer wuld be happy t answer any questins yu may have cncerning the peratin r maintenance f the X Ride 28 r infrmatin cntained in this manual. If repair r maintenance wrk is perfrmed n the X Ride 28, Minuteman recmmends that nly genuine replacement parts be used and that such wrk be perfrmed by qualified individuals. Prper use The X Ride 28 is a carpet extractin machine. Its intended scpe f applicatin is fr wet cleaning f level, carpetedsurfaced flrs in accrdance with the prvisins f this instructin manual, applicable gvernmental regulatins, manufacturer specificatins, and machine labels (cllectively, "prper use"). Using the X Ride 28 beynd its prper use will be deemed imprper use by Minuteman. Minuteman disclaims any liability fr any persnal injury, prperty, r ther damages f any nature whatsever, whether special, indirect, cnsequential, r cmpensatry, directly r indirectly resulting frm the imprper use f the X Ride 28, r uses beynd r incnsistent with the X Ride s intended scpe f applicatin. This disclaimer f liability als extends t mdificatins t the X Ride 28 made withut Minuteman's prir written cnsent. The X Ride 28 shuld nly be perated, handled, and maintained by persns wh are familiar with the machine and wh have been instructed f the ptential hazards assciated with such peratin, handling, and maintenance. 2

3 Intrductin Disclaimer: Minuteman disclaims liability fr any persnal injury, prperty, r ther damages f any nature whatsever, whether special, indirect, cnsequential, r cmpensatry, directly r indirectly resulting frm the publicatin, use f, applicatin, r reliance n this dcument r, except as expressly set frth in the sales cntract fr the machine, the peratin r maintenance f the X Ride 28. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN SUCH SALES CONTRACT, MINUTEMAN MAKES NO WARRAN- TIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Minuteman disclaims and makes n guaranty r warranty, express r implied, as t the accuracy r cmpleteness f any infrmatin published herein, and disclaims and makes n warranty that the infrmatin in this instructin manual will fulfill any parties' particular purpses r needs. While Minuteman believes that the infrmatin in this manual is accurate, in the event that technical r typgraphical errrs exist in this manual, Minuteman reserves the right t make changes t subsequent editins f this manual withut prir ntice t the recipients f this editin. The reader shuld ntify Minuteman if any errrs in this manual are suspected. Minuteman des nt undertake t guarantee the perfrmance f any individual manufacturer r seller's prducts r services by virtue f this instructin manual. In publishing and making this manual available, Minuteman is nt undertaking t render prfessinal r ther services fr r n behalf f any persn r entity, nr is Minuteman undertaking t perfrm any duty wed by any persn r entity t smene else. Anyne using this manual shuld rely n his r her wn independent judgment r, as apprpriate, seek the advise f a cmpetent prfessinal in determining the exercise f reasnable care in any given circumstances. Valid as f: June 2009 Minuteman Internatinal Inc. 14N845 U.S. ROUTE 20 PINGREE GROVE, IL U.S.A. 3

4 Ntes n warranty The terms f the sales cntract apply in regard t any prduct warranties. Minuteman expressly disclaims all ther warranties, either express r implied, f any kind. It shuld be nted, hwever, that failure t maintain and service yur X Ride 28 in accrdance with its prper use may vid the warranty. In this regard, any maintenance wrk must be perfrmed by an authrized Minuteman service representative and cnfirmed in the "Maintenance Certificate" - the warranty dcument. By way f example, the fllwing items are excluded frm the X Ride 28 warranty: fuses; nrmal wear and tear; imprper machine handling; damages caused by verlads; unauthrized machine mdificatins; nn-cmpliance with maintenance instructins r specificatins; r imprperly fitting parts r accessries. Acceptance f the machine Upn arrival, check machine fr pssible damages in transit. Fllw unpacking instructins n shipping pallet. Each unit has been tested and thrughly inspected befre shipment. Any damage is the respnsibility f the delivery carrier wh shuld be ntified immediately. Minuteman Internatinal Inc. 14N845 U.S. ROUTE 20 PINGREE GROVE, II U.S.A. 4

5 Table f Cntents Intrductin Preface Prper use Disclaimer Ntes n warranty Acceptance f the machine Safety Infrmatin Safety and Warning Symbls General Prvisins Operatinal Precautins Maintenance Precautins Battery and Electrical System Precautins Cleaning Slutin Use and Dispsal Precautins Machine Labels Machine Overview Frnt Rear Operating Elements Operating Panel At the Machine First Operatin Instructin Initial charging prcedure Befre Putting int Operatin Start Machine Operatin Stp Machine After Wrk Transprting the machine Tie-dwn pints Operatin Methd f Operatin Brush Deck Slutin Tank Recvery Tank Batteries Drive mtr Technical Data Maintenance and Care Minuteman System Maintenance Maintenance Dcument Maintenance Schedule Battery Systems Charge Batteries Charger Specificatins Maintenance Batteries Remve Batteries Install Batteries Dispsal f Batteries Slutin tank Fill slutin tank Empty slutin tank Slutin Filter Recvery tank Empty recvery tank Clean recvery tank Clean Suctin Filter Cylindrical Brush Deck Clean dirt hpper Remve brushes Clean brushes Change rller bumper Pump Tank In-Line Filter Vacuum Shes Remval Cleaning Trubleshting Fault Cdes Warranty

6 Safety Infrmatin 1 Safety Infrmatin 1.1 Safety and Warning Symbls All paragraphs in this manual referring t yur persnal safety, the safety f yur machine and the envirnment prtectin are attributed ne f the fllwing warning symbls: Safety Symbls WARNING Descriptin Indicates a hazardus situatin which culd result in death r serius injury. NOTICE Indicates a ptentially hazardus situatin which may result in equipment r prperty damage. Additinal Symbls Eclgical hazard Descriptin Indicates the use f substances representing an inherent danger t the health f the envirnment Nte Indicates imprtant r additinal infrmatin. 6

7 Safety Infrmatin 1.2 General Prvisins Please read this user manual and instructin plates / labels n the X Ride 28 unit in their entirety befre peratin. These materials cntain valuable infrmatin regarding the safe peratin f the machine. Minuteman recmmends that peratrs receive training by qualified Minuteman technicians befre startup, peratin, use, servicing, r repair f the machine. This user manual is nt intended as a substitute fr applicable gvernment regulatins; nr des it include r address same. Users, and emplyers f users, shuld familiarize themselves with applicable gvernment regulatins that may impact use and peratin f the X Ride 28, including, but nt limited t, regulatins prmulgated pursuant t the federal Occupatinal Safety and Health Act. The precautins and imprtant safety infrmatin cntained in this user manual must be made available current users and dwnstream users f the machine. When re-selling r renting ut X Ride 28 machines, it is recmmended that cpies f this user manual be prvided and that any illegible machine labels r instructin plates be replaced. The X Ride 28 is designed fr indr use nly. Stre machine indrs. Keep the electrical cmpnents f the machine dry. Make sure that all warning labels and instructin plate n the machine are maintained, legible, and prperly attached. 7

8 Safety Infrmatin Operatinal Precautins The X Ride 28 is a battery-perated carpeted flr cleaning system that utilizes a water / cleaning slutin that is applied t the flr and then vacuumed back int the machine by way f an integrated vacuum shes fr later dispsal. Liquid residue remaining n the flr during peratin can represent a slip and fall hazard t the peratr and thers in the vicinity f machine use. When wrking with the machine, peratrs shuld use firm and skid-prf shes. Areas where flr cleaning will ccur shuld be apprpriately marked with suitable slip and fall hazard signs / markers / pp-up cnes. It is indispensable fr the peratr r user f the machine t becme thrughly acquainted with attached implements and cntrls - as well as their varius functins - befre peratin cmmences. Befre cmmencing peratin f the machine, check fr bvius signs f lse parts, ptential cnditins indicative f malfunctins, etc. Any signs f ptential prblems must be remedied befre actual peratin cmmences. The electrical system in the machine is nt designed t suppress sparks. Accrdingly, use f the X Ride 28 where fire r explsin hazards may exist due t flammable gases r vaprs, flammable liquids, cmbustible dust, r ignitable fibers r flyings, must be avided. The machine can cause an explsin when perated near such areas. Use cautin when perating the machine n a ramp r incline. D nt turn the machine n an incline, as it may becme unstable and flip ver. D nt leave the machine unattended n a ramp r incline, as it culd rll freely and result in persnal injury. The X Ride 28 is nt designed fr use n surfaces with a greater than 2% incline r slpe. Adpt peratin habits t lcal cnditins t ensure machine is always under peratr's cntrl. The X Ride 28 is nt designed fr decntaminatin purpses and shuld nt be used in areas where hazardus wastes r materials are stred r have been spilled. Use f the X Ride 28 in these areas culd result in the spread f hazardus wastes r materials and peratr expsure t same. Remve the key t avid unauthrized use f the machine.

9 Safety Infrmatin 1.4 Maintenance Precautins Maintenance and repairs must be perfrmed by qualified persnnel nly. Maintain adjustments n machine pursuant t specificatins nted in the service manual. Maintenance and repair wrk must be perfrmed by using apprpriate, undamaged tls. Spare and replacement parts must cnfrm with factry machine specificatins. Failure t d s may result in machine malfunctins. Genuine spare and replacement parts are highly recmmended. Switch ff and remve the machine's key befre inspecting the machine r perfrming any maintenance r repair wrk. Failure t d s may result in accidental machine activatin and persnal injury. When perfrming maintenance r repair wrk n the machine's electrical system, be sure t discnnect the machine's battery plug first. Failure t d s culd result in accidental machine activatin and persnal injury. Befre cmmencing peratin f the machine, check fr bvius signs f lse parts, ptential cnditins indicative f malfunctins, etc. Any signs f ptential prblems must be remedied befre actual peratin cmmences. Befre cmmencing peratin f the machine fllwing maintenance r repair activities, check t ensure that all prtective devices have been prperly refitted and psitined, r ther ptential prblems befre actual peratin cmmences, therwise persnal injury may ccur. 9

10 Safety Infrmatin Battery and Electrical System Precautins The X Ride 28 perates n either lead acid r AGM batteries. Batteries can generate gases which can ignite r cause an explsin. Keep sparks and flames away frm the batteries. Charge the batteries nly in well ventilated areas. Wear eye prtectin when wrking near batteries. D nt put any type f metal bjects r tls acrss the battery terminals r n tp f batteries. D nt clean the machine's electrical parts r system, including batteries, by means f highpressure cleaning equipment. Such activities culd cause shrt-circuit r battery explsin hazards, resulting in persnal injury. Only use a charger designed fr yur specific battery type. Only qualified individuals shuld attempt t undertake maintenance and repair activities assciated with the machine's electrical system in accrdance with apprpriate industry standards and gvernment regulatins, if any. The electrical system f the machine shuld be inspected at regular intervals. Any bvius defects, such as lse cnnectins, damaged r frayed electrical cables, crrsin, shuld be repaired befre the machine is put back int use. Failure t d s culd cause machine malfunctins r electrical hazards. In case f a malfunctin f the machine's electrical system, including, but nt limited t, unexpected lss f pwer r individual system shutdwns, the machine shuld be shut dwn immediately fr inspectin and required maintenance and repair. Batteries must be selected and seated apprpriately in accrdance with factry machine specificatins. Failure t d s culd result in inapprpriate changes t the machine's center f gravity which, in turn, culd result in machine peratin and cntrl hazards (especially n inclined surfaces) and related persnal injury. Observe all perating, use, and safety instructins prvided by the apprpriate battery manufacturer. Used batteries must be handled, dispsed, r recycled prperly in accrdance with gvernment regulatins. Used batteries shuld never be dispsed f as nn-hazardus waste (e.g. dmestic r husehld waste). Used batteries shuld be dispsed r recycled by apprpriately trained and permitted entities and /r dispsal facilities.

11 Safety Infrmatin 1.6 Cleaning Slutin Use and Dispsal Precautins Only cleaning agents / detergents suitable fr autmatic machines (lw faming) shuld be used in the X Ride 28. Cleaning agents / detergents shuld be mixed with water in ratis established by prduct labels and r manufacturer recmmendatins. All safety precautins established by the cleaning agent / detergent's manufacturer (including, but nt limited t, use f glves and safety glasses) must be fllwed. These safety precautins can typically be fund n the cleaning agent / detergent's prduct labels, accmpanying cllateral materials, and related Material Safety Data Sheets Used r spent mixtures f water and cleaning agents / detergents cllected in the machine's recvery tank must be dispsed f in accrdance with applicable gvernment regulatins and r lcal permits btained by the facility in which flr cleaning activities ccur, if any. Vilatins f such gvernment regulatins and lcal permits can result in significant penalties. Never dispse f the cntents f the machine's recvery tank utdrs r int strmwater systems r basins! 11

12 Safety Infrmatin 1.7 Machine Labels The fllwing safety and infrmatin labels are legibly attached t the machine. Replace missing r illegible labels immediately. Battery cable ruting (Fig. 1/3) Battery cautin (Fig. 1/6) Minuteman nameplate (Fig. 1/1) Machine identificatin number (Fig. 1/2) Water temp warning (Fig. 1/5) Recvery tank drain hse (Fig. 2/1) 122 F 12

13 Safety Infrmatin General infrmatin (Fig. 1/4) 5 3 A 1 B C 6 A = Read and bserve the instructin manual B = Maximum incline is 2 % C = D nt clean the machine by means f high-pressure cleaning equipment Fig.1 Fig.2 13

14 Machine Overview 2 Machine Overview 2.1 Machine Overview - Frnt 1 Recvery tank lid 2 Steering wheel 3 Drive wheel 4 Rller bumper 5 Ft step 6 Cylindrical deck 7 Slutin level sight gauge 8 Seat adjustment lever 9 Slutin tank 10 Slutin tank fill prt 11 Hurmeter 12 Circuit breakers Fig.3 14

15 Machine Overview 2.2 Machine Overview - Rear 13 Recvery tank dump hse 14 Off Aisle Wand 15 Recvery tank 16 Safety latch 17 Acceleratr pedal 18 Cntrl panel 19 Rear Wheel 20 Vacuum She Fig.4 15

16 Operating and Indicating Elements 3 Operating and Indicating Elements 3.1 Operating Panel 1 Directin selectr 2 LED indicatr - Frward 3 Battery / Fault gauge 4 Hrn - push buttn 5 Key switch 6 LED indicatr - Reverse 7 Interim Clean mde 8 Restrative Cleanmde 9 Off Aisle Wand mde 10 Mde selectr 11 Vacuum nly mde 12 Transprt mde Fig.5 16

17 Operating and Indicating Elements Directin selectr (Fig. 5/1) Cntrls the directin in which the X Ride 28 will mve when the acceleratr pedal is activated. The arrw pinting frward the amber LED (Fig. 5/2) indicates the machine is in frward mde. The arrw pinting backward with the red LED (Fig. 5/6) indicates the machine is in reverse mde. Battery / Fault gauge(fig. 5/3) This gauge displays the remaining battery charge. This gauge als displays any fault cdes that might ccur with the machine cntrller (see Trubleshting fr fault cdes). Hrn (Fig. 5/4) Activates the electric hrn. Key Switch(Fig. 5/5) The key switch turns the electrical system n and ff. Remve the key t avid unauthrized use f the machine. Mde selectr(fig. 5/10) Selects the perating mde f the machine. 17

18 Operating and Indicating Elements 18 Off Aisle Wand mde(fig. 5/9) This mde is fr cleaning areas that can nt be reached with the machine. When selected, the vacuum mtrs will turn n and the slutin pump will run when the triger f the ff aisle wand is activated. The machine will nt mve. Restrative Clean mde(fig. 5/8) When this mde is selected the slutin will pump t the fur spray jets in frnt f the scrub deck. When the peratr selects frward and presses the acceleratr the scrub deck will autmatically cme dwn, the brush mtrs will turn n, the vacuum mtrs will turn n, the slutin pump and interim slenid will turn n. If the peratr selects reverse the scrub deck will raise, the brush mtr, slutin pump and interim slenid will turn ff. The vacuum mtrs will cntinue t run fr 20 secnds t clear the vacuum hses. Interim Clean mde(fig. 5/7) When this mde is selected the slutin will pump t the single spray jet aimed n t the frnt scrub brush. When the peratr selects frward and presses the acceleratr the scrub deck will autmatically cme dwn, the brush mtrs will turn n, the vacuum mtrs will turn n, the slutin pump and interim slenid will turn n. If the peratr selects reverse the scrub deck will raise, the brush mtr, slutin pump and interim slenid will turn ff. The vacuum mtrs will cntinue t run fr 20 secnds t clear the vacuum hses. Vacuum nly mde(fig. 5/11) This mde is recmmended fr slutin remval after duble scrubbing, but can als be used t pick up spills. When the acceleratr pedal is activated with the directin selectr in the frward psitin, the rear brush deck will lwer t the flr as the vacuum mtr turns n pulling the dirty slutin water frm the vacuum shes int the recvery tank. If the machine stps mving and the directin selectr is switched t reverse, the brush deck will raise (prtecting it frm damage) and the vacuum mtr will turn ff after a delay. If the machine stps mving in either directin, the brush deck will autmatically raise and the vacuum mtr will shut ff after a delay. Transprt mde(fig. 5/12) When this mde is selected, nne f the cleaning functins will perate. This mde is nly used t transprt the machine frm ne lcatin t anther.

19 Operating and Indicating Elements 3.2 At the Machine 1 Seat adjustment lever 2 Slutin tank fill prt 3 Slutin Filter 4 Slutin drain hse 5 Slutin level sight gauge 6 Recvery drain hse 7 Recvery tank lid 8 Flat Shut ff Fig.6 19

20 Operating and Indicating Elements Seat adjustment lever (Fig. 6/1) Use this lever t adjust the seat frward r backward. Slutin tank fill prt (Fig. 6/2) The slutin tank is filled thrugh this prt. Slutin filter (Fig. 6/3) While slutin flws frm tank t brush deck, it is cleaned by the filter element. Slutin tank drain hse (Fig. 6/4) This hse allws draining f the slutin tank. Slutin level sight gauge (Fig. 6/5) The amunt f slutin in the tank can be checked visually using this gauge. Recvery tank drain hse (Fig. 6/6) This hse allws draining f the cllected siled water frm the tank. Recvery tank lid (Fig. 6/7) Remving this lid allws access t the recvery tank and suctin filter. Suctin filter (Fig. 6/8) This filter prtects the vacuum mtr frm water and debris Hurmeter (Fig. 3/11) The hurmeter displays the current perating hur level. Main Fuse Fig. 3/12) The main fuse interrupts the entire pwer supply t the vehicle. In the event f faults in the electrical system, the vehicle must be shut dwn by means f he main fuse. The Main Battery cut ff switch psitins (CB1) are: - up = n - dwn = ff Further fuses: CB2 Cntrl Circuit CB3 Brush Mtr (M3) Right CB4 Brush Mtr (M4( Left CB5 Vacuum Mtr (M1) Right CB6 Vacuum Mtr (M2) Left 20

21 Operating and Indicating Elements Cylindrical brush hub (Fig. 7/1) This hub (bth sides) can be remved t access the cylindrical brushes. The cylindrical brushes may be easily remved withut tls. 1 Fig.7 21

22 Operating and Indicating Elements Off aisle wand tl The X Ride 28 is equipped with a readyt-use built-in ff-aisle wand system fr use in hard t reach areas. Switch t the ff-aisle wand mde (Fig. 5/9), then cnnect the wand as shwn and it is ready t use. Slutin trigger (Fig. 8/1) The trigger cntrls the slutin flw t the spray jet. Squeezing the trigger pens an internal valve t dispense cleaning slutin. 2 1 Vacuum Hse (Fig. 8/2) Vacuum hse must be cnnected t recvery tank t pull slutin int the wand. Fig.8 1 Slutin trigger 2 Wand 22

23 Operating and Indicating Elements 23

24 First Operatin 4 First Operatin 4.1 Instructin Only persns trained by qualified Minuteman technicians are authrized t perate, service and repair the machine. Operatrs must read and understand this manual befre perating r maintaining this machine. 4.2 Initial charging prcedure Be sure t use prper charger per battery type. Befre first peratin f the machine, fully charge the battery with an initial charging prcedure and cmply with the perating instructins f the charger as well as with thse f the battery manufacturer. Minuteman cannt be held liable fr damages resulting frm an insufficient initial charge. 4.3 Befre Putting int Operatin Cmplete the fllwing inspectins befre taking the machine int peratin: 1. Check the area arund the machine fr signs f leakage. Hses, lines and tanks must be free frm any leakage r damage. 2. Install brushes - see maintenance chapter. 3. Check battery charge and recharge if required. An initial charge is required befre first peratin f the machine. (see Maintenance sectin) 4. Empty recvery tank and clean it if required, see maintenance chapter. 5. Refill slutin tank and add cleaning agent accrding t the manufacturer's recmmendatins. Use nly cleaning agents suitable fr autmatic machines (lw-faming) and cmply with the instructins fr use, dispsal and with the warning infrmatin specified by the cleaning agent's manufacturer. DO NOT LEAVE CLEANING SOLUTIONS IN THE MACHINE WHEN NOT IN USE 4.4 Start Machine Prceed with the fllwing t set the machine t perating mde: Discnnect the charger and cnnect the battery cnnectr Switch n machine by actuatin f key switch frm psitin (0) t psitin (1). The battery gauge will display the remaining battery life. 24

25 First Operatin 4.5 Operatin 1. Switch n the machine. 2. Select ne f the five available mdes using the mde selectr (Fig. 5/10). 3. Set the directin the machine will travel by selecting frward r reverse n the directin selectr (Fig. 5/1). 4. Activating the acceleratr pedal (Fig. 4/17) turns n the transprt, brushes, water flw, vacuum accrdingly t the mde selected. If the acceleratr pedal is activated befre, r the key is switched ON at the same time, the machine will nt mve as a safety precautin. Remve yur ft frm the pedal, turn the machine OFF and ON, then activate the pedal t drive the machine. When the directin switch is set t reverse and the acceleratr is activated, the back up alarm will sund and the brush deck will autmatically raise. 5. Start scrubbing by driving the machine frward in a straight line verlapping each path by 2 t 3 inches. Start mving machine immediately after switching n the brush deck, therwise the brushes leave traces n the flr. Lift brush deck befre passing ver steps and ther bstacles. 6. When scrubbing, check behind the machine ccasinally t see that all f the dirty water is being picked up. If streaking ccurs, the recvery tank may be full, the suctin hse may be clgged, debris may need t be remved frm the vacuum shes. The recvery tank has a safeguard fr verflw prtectin t guard against water entering the vacuum mtr when the recvery tank is full. The Vacuum will stay ON fr 15 secnds and then shut-ff autmatically. When this happens, immediately empty the recvery tank. 7. Drive the machine t a designated dirty water dispsal area and empty the recvery tank. (Refer t Maintenance sectin fr instructins.) 8. Refill the slutin tank and cntinue cleaning until the jb is dne r the machine runs ut f charge. 25

26 First Operatin The battery/ fault gauge (Fig. 5/3) will flash t signal that the machine is almst ut f pwer. When this signal is displayed, all functins will shut ff (brushes will turn ff, the scrub deck and vacuum she will raise. The key switch must be turned OFF then ON t reset the machine. The machine will then nly have a few minutes left f reserve pwer fr a shrt vacuum nly mde t pick up remaining slutin n the flr and transprt pwer t drive t the battery recharging statin. If the machine is perated fr an excessive perid f time after cleaning functins have stpped, it will eventually turn itself ff. The machine will have t be pushed back t the recharging statin. 4.6 Stp Machine T stp cleaning, select the transprt mde (Fig. 5/13). This will autmatically stp the slutin flw, raise the scrubdeck, and turn ff the vacuum mtr (20-secnd delay). 4.7 After Wrk Refer t the Maintenance sectin fr specific maintenance instructins described belw. 1. When finished cleaning, select the transprt mde (Fig. 5/12), all cleaning functins will shut ff. Mve the machine t a suitable site fr maintenance. 2. Empty and clean the slutin tank 3. Empty and clean the recvery tank Observe the legal directives and lcal regulatins fr dispsal f detergents. 4. Remve and clean the vac shes. 5. Check perating fluid levels, functin and setting. 6. Clean the machine. D nt clean the electrical parts by means f high-pressure cleaning equipment. 7. Check the maintenance schedule and perfrm any required maintenance befre string the machine. 8. Charge batteries. 9. Stre the machine indrs in a clean dry place. Keep frm freezing Leave the slutin and recvery tank lids pen fr ventilatin t prevent dr build-up. 10.Turn key switch OFF and remve key. Remve the key t avid unauthrized use f the machine. 26

27 First Operatin 4.8 Transprting the machine T transprt the machine, turn the key switch ON, select the transprt mde, select frward r reverse, activate the acceleratr pedal t start mvement. 4.9 Tie-dwn pints When transprting n a vehicle r trailer, the machine has t be secured. Tie the machine dwn firmly by using the frnt ft steps (Fig. 9/1) and the rear tie hks (Fig. 9/2) as tie-dwn pints. 1 2 Fig.9 27

28 Operatin 5 Operatin 5.1 Methd f Operatin General Brush Deck Brush deck (Fig. 10/1) autmatically lwers when traveling with a cleaning mde selected. The brushes rtate and slutin supply switches n autmatically. When the machine stps, brushes and slutin supply switch ff autmatically Slutin Tank Fill the slutin tank (Fig. 10/2) thrugh slutin fill prt (Fig. 10/4). The slutin tank hlds 27 gallns and the filling level can be checked visually thrugh the slutin level sight gauge (Fig. 10/5). 1 4 The slutin temperature is nt t exceed 122 F (50 C). 5 8 Fig.10 28

29 Operatin Recvery Tank The siled water is taken frm vacuum shes t the recvery tank (Fig. 10/3) by vacuum mtrs and suctin hse. Accessries such as brushes, and rllers are available. Cntact yur Minuteman Dealer fr mre infrmatin Batteries The battery cmpartment cntains three 12-vlt batteries cnnected in series (Fig. 10/8). The recmmended battery is: AGM 234 Ah (Minuteman P/N ) Drive mtr The drive mtr (Fig. 10/7) features dynamic braking as well as an electrmagnetic parking brake. When the machines pwer is turned ff, the e- mag brake is activated and the tractin mtr is prevented frm mving. T manually disengage the parking brake pull the lever n the drive wheel. 29

30 Technical Data 6 Technical Data Cylindrical brush deck Machine length 61 in 155 cm Machine height 54 in 137 cm Wrking width 28 in 71 cm Surface perfrmance theretical 9060 ft²/h 842 m²/h Service vltage 36 V 36 V Nminal pwer drive mtr 600 W 600 W Nminal pwer vacuum mtr 650x2 W 650x2 W Nminal pwer brush mtr 2x600 W 2x600 W Number f brushes 2 Qty. 2 Qty. Diameter f brushes 5.9 in 15 cm Wrking speed 65 fpm 19.8 m/min Slutin tank 27 gal 122 L Recvery tank 25 gal 113 L Weight withut batteries and slutin 475 lb 215 kg Weight with slutin and batteries 1315 lb kg 30

31 Technical Data Nise emissin The sund pressure level measured under maximum cnditins f use (LwA) accrding t DIN EN amunts t: 83dB (A) 83dB The sund pressure level measured (at the ear f the driver) under nrmal cnditins f use (LpA) accrding t DIN EN amunts t: 72dB (A) 72dB Measurement inaccuracy (KpA): 2dB (A) 2dB Vibratin The frequency weighted acceleratin measured accrding t DIN EN ISO 5349 which have an effect upn the upper limbs (hand-arm-system) amunts under nrmal wrking cnditins: <0.8 m/s² <0.8 m/s² 31

32 Maintenance and Care 7 Maintenance and Care General Befre prceeding t maintenance and care wrk yu are advised t read and cmply with the Safety Infrmatin sectin 1.4 and 1.5. Cmpliance with the recmmended maintenance wrk will ensure that yu always have a reliable machine available. Daily r weekly maintenance and repair wrk may be executed by the driver/peratr having been trained accrdingly. Further Minuteman system maintenance wrk must be cmpleted by qualified persnnel nly. Please cntact yur lcal Minuteman Service Center r Minuteman cntract dealer. We cannt be held liable fr damages resulting frm nn-cmpliance with these instructins. Please indicate the machine's serial number with any enquiry r spare part rder, see sectin Nameplate. 7.1 Minuteman System Maintenance The Minuteman System Maintenance: guarantees reliable perability f the Minuteman machines (preventive maintenance) minimizes perating csts, repair csts and maintenance csts ensures lng service life and perability f the machine The Minuteman System Maintenance is structured in separate mdules and determines specific technical wrks t be executed as well as the intervals fr such maintenance wrks. Fr any specific maintenance type, the replacement parts are determined and listed in spare part kits. System Maintenance K: T be perfrmed by the custmer in accrdance t the maintenance and care instructins cntained in the perating instructins (daily r weekly). The peratr will be instructed upn delivery f the machine. System Maintenance I : (every 125 hurs f peratin) T be perfrmed by qualified persnnel f authrized Minuteman Service Center in accrdance with the machine-specific system maintenance including spare part kit. System Maintenance II: (every 250 hurs f peratin) T be perfrmed by qualified persnnel f authrized Minuteman Service Center in accrdance with the machine-specific system maintenance including spare part kit. System Maintenance S: (every 500 hurs f peratin safety check) T be perfrmed by qualified persnnel f authrized Minuteman Service Center in accrdance with the machine-specific system maintenance including spare part kit. 32

33 Maintenance and Care 7.2 Maintenance Dcument Handing ver Upgrade Test drive Handing ver t the custmer Instructin carried ut n: System Maintenance I 125 perating hurs Wrkshp stamp carried ut n: System Maintenance II 250 perating hurs Wrkshp stamp carried ut n: System Maintenance I 375 perating hurs Wrkshp stamp carried ut n: at perating hurs at perating hurs at perating hurs at perating hurs System Maintenance S 500 perating hurs Wrkshp stamp System Maintenance I 625 perating hurs Wrkshp stamp System Maintenance II 750 perating hurs Wrkshp stamp System Maintenance I 875 perating hurs Wrkshp stamp carried ut n: carried ut n: carried ut n: carried ut n: at perating hurs at perating hurs at perating hurs at perating hurs System Maintenance S 1000 perating hurs Wrkshp stamp System Maintenance I 1125 perating hurs Wrkshp stamp System Maintenance II 1250 perating hurs Wrkshp stamp System Maintenance I 1375 perating hurs Wrkshp stamp carried ut n: carried ut n: carried ut n: carried ut n: at perating hurs at perating hurs at perating hurs at perating hurs 33

34 Maintenance and Care 7.3 Maintenance Schedule System Maintenance Custmer Maintenance intervals must be perfrmed by the custmer/peratr. T be perfrmed daily Interval weekly Fill slutin tank and prceed t chemical agent dsage Charge batteries Check brush deck and clean if required Check vacuum she and clean if required Clean tank lid seal f the recvery tank Empty recvery tank. Clean recvery tank and suctin filter Check brushes and replace if required Clean suctin hse f recvery tank Clean drain hse f slutin tank Check slutin supply t brushes and clean if required Check slutin filter and clean if required Check rller bumpers Test drive and functin test 34

35 Maintenance and Care System Maintenance I The fllwing maintenance wrk must be perfrmed by an authrized Minuteman Service wrkshp. T be perfrmed Check battery charger Check tank lid seal f the recvery tank and replace if required Check drain hse f the recvery tank and replace if required Grease jints at the brush lift mechanism Check wheel fixing screws and tighten (24 lb ft) if required Check cnditin f tires Test drive and functin test Interval every 125 hurs f peratin 35

36 Maintenance and Care System Maintenance II The fllwing maintenance wrk must be perfrmed by an authrized Minuteman Service wrkshp. T be perfrmed Perfrm maintenance wrks accrding t System Maintenance I Inspect steering damages and bearing slackness and replace if required Check drain hse f the recvery tank and replace if required Check rller bumperf the brush deck and replace if required Check suctin hse fr tight fit and damages and replace if required Test drive and functin test Interval every 250 hurs f peratin 36

37 Maintenance and Care System Maintenance S (Safety check) The fllwing maintenance wrk must be perfrmed by an authrized Minuteman Service wrkshp at least nce a year. T be perfrmed Perfrm maintenance wrks accrding t System Maintenance II Clean tractin drive mtr frm carbn dust and check carbn brushes fr smth peratin and wear and replace carbn brushes if required Clean brush mtrs frm carbn dust and check carbn brushes fr smth peratin and wearing and replace carbn brushes if required Test drive and functin test Interval every 500 hurs f peratin 37

38 Maintenance and Care 7.4 Battery Systems 1 Battery gauge 2 Recvery tank 3 Battery cnnectr 4 Batteries 5 Safety latch 6 Supprt strap 7 Battery layut/cnnectin 1 6 Handling and changing the batteries may be perfrmed nly by maintenance staff Fig.11 38

39 Maintenance and Care Charge Batteries Cnnect the charger t the battery cnnectr (Fig. 11/3) Charging batteries is recmmended if at least ne bar f the battery gauge has extinguished after peratin f the machine. Observe the perating instructins f the charger as well as the perating instructins f the battery manufacturer. In case it is intended t change the type f battery the charger has t be adjusted nly by Minuteman cntract wrkshps. Be sure t use the crrect battery charger per battery type Charger Specificatins P/N: (36VDC, 25A, 120VAC Input, Hi-frequency) Charge the batteries prperly befre starting the machine fr the first time. Minuteman cannt be held liable fr battery damage resulting frm failure t initially charge batteries. Prvide fr sufficient ventilatin f areas where batteries are charged. Explsin hazard! See sectin 1.5 f this manual fr battery and electrical precautins Maintenance f Batteries Refer t battery manufacturers instructins fr infrmatin n care f batteries Remve Batteries 1. Park machine n level grund. 2. Switch ff machine by key switch. 3. Open empty recvery tank (Fig. 11/2) and secure by strap (Fig. 11/6). 4. Discnnect battery cnnectr (Fig. 11/3). 5. Discnnect battery cnnectin cables. 6. Remve batteries Install Batteries Batteries must be selected and seated apprpriately in accrdance with factry machine specificatins. Failure t d s culd result in inapprpriate changes t the machine's center f gravity which, in turn, culd result in machine peratin and cntrl hazards (especially n inclined surfaces) and related persnal injury. 1. Switch ff machine by key switch. 2. Open empty recvery tank(fig. 11/2) and secure by strap (Fig. 11/6). 3. Place batteries int tray accrding t figure. 4. Cnnect battery ples and enclsed cnnecting cables accrding t battery cnnectin/layut (Fig. 11/7). Tighten and grease ples Dispsal f Batteries Used batteries labelled by the recycling sign cntain re-usable substances. Such batteries must nt be added t nrmal husehld waste. Obtain lcal infrmatin fr the prper dispsal f used batteries. 39

40 Maintenance and Care 7.5 Slutin tank 1 Slutin tank 2 Fill level sight gauge 3 Fill prt 4 Slutin tank drain hse 5 Pump Bx Fig.12 40

41 Maintenance and Care Fill slutin tank Fill slutin tank (Fig. 12/1) befre wrk r as required. Park machine n level grund. Open fill prt (Fig. 12/4) and fill tank up t the maximum (1/1 marker) n the sight gauge (Fig. 12/2). The slutin temperature is nt t exceed 122 F (50 C) Empty slutin tank Park machine such that the slutin tank drain hse (Fig. 12/5) is lcated abve the drain aperture in the flr. Take tank drain hse frm hlder and remve cap Slutin Filter Check slutin filter at weekly intervals and clean r replace if required. Only clean slutin filter when the slutin tank is empty. 1. Empty slutin tank (Fig. 12/1), see paragraph Unscrew filter cap. 3. Remve the filter element frm the filter case fr cleaning. Replace if required. 4. Re-install filter element and filter cap. 41

42 Maintenance and Care 7.6 Recvery tank 1 Recvery tank 2 Drain hse 3 Flat Shut ff 4 Tank lid 2. Open tank lid (Fig.13/4) f the recvery tank. 3. Take drain hse (Fig. 13/2) frm hlder and empty recvery tank cmpletely. 4. Remve remaining dirt by rinsing tank and hse with clean water Clean Suctin Filter Check suctin filter (Fig. 13/3) at daily intervals and clean if required. The suctin filter can be easily remved by pulling dwnward Empty recvery tank Clean recvery tank (Fig. 13/1) at daily intervals, as required r upn acustic signal (increased vacuum mtr speed). 1. Take machine t apprpriate area fr draining. 2. Park machine such that drain hse reaches a drain aperture in the flr. 3. Switch ff machine Observe the legal prvisins and the lcal regulatins fr dispsal f detergents. 4. Take drain hse (Fig. 13/2) frm hlder and empty recvery tank cmpletely Clean recvery tank Clean recvery tank at daily intervals r as required. 1. Empty recvery tank per Fig.13

43 Maintenance and Care 7.7 Cylindrical Brush Deck 1 Brush deck 2 Rller bumper 3 Debris Tray 4 Brush hub 5 Drive hub 6 Ntched end f cylindrical brush Fig Clean debris tray Clean debris tray (Fig. 14/3) at daily intervals r as required. Remve dirt hpper by lwering the Brush deck, lifting the debris tray and sliding sideways. Clean the tray and replace Remve brushes 1. Release brush hub (Fig. 14/5) by remving the three thumbnuts. 2. Remve and check the brushes Clean brushes Clean brushes in the brush deck at daily intervals r as required Replace brushes Check brushes in the brush deck fr wear at daily intervals and replace as required. 1. Insert brush int brush deck and rtate until it catches n the drive hub (ntched end must face inward) (Fig. 14/6&7). 2. Place the brush hub and secure it with the three thumbnuts and lck washers Change rller bumper Check rller bumpers (Fig. 14/2) at weekly intervals and replace if required. 43

44 Maintenance and Care 7.8 Pump Tank In-line Filter Maintenance The Slutin Tank Filter (B) shuld be cleaned regularly. T remve, turn the Shut-ff Valve (C) clsed by turning it 90 O clckwise. Next, twist the Filter Cap (A) cunter-clckwise and pull the filter ut t clean. A C B 44

45 Maintenance and Care 7.9 Vacuum Shes The dual vacuum shes are designed t extract siled slutin frm the carpet. The plastic vacuum she lips minimize damage t carpet and flring. The vacuum shes shuld be remved and cleaned after each use t ensure maximum slutin recvery Remval 1. With the vacuum shes in the raised psitin, turn key switch ff. 2. Remve vacuum she lcking bracket frm left side f machine by rtating the vacuum she lcking bracket and sliding the vacuum she ut. 3. Pull vacuum she backward until it is free frm vacuum she munt. 4. Repeat t remve the ther vacuum she. 5. Inspect r repair as necessary and reinstall Cleaning 1. Flush vacuum shes frm tp with water. If necessary, clean blckage frm narrw pening with knife, scraper r similiar device. 2. Vacuum she glides may be remved fr cleaning (r replaced) by remving the three pins that secure them t metal vacuum shes. 45

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48 Trubleshting 8 Trubleshting Prblem Pssible Cause Remedy Pr water pick-up / pr brush Recvery tank full Empty recvery tank perfrmance Recvery tank drain hse leak Secure drain hse cap r replace Recvery tank lid gasket leak Replace gasket lid cver prperly Debris caught in vacuum she Clean vacuum she Vacuum hse clgged Remve debris and flush hse Vacuum hse t vacuum she r recvery tank discnnected t vacuum she Recnnect r replace vacuum she hse r damaged Wrn brushes Rtate r replace brushes Wrng brush r cleaning chemical Cnsult Minuteman Debris caught n scrub brushes Remve debris Mving machine t fast Slw dwn Lw battery charge Recharge batteries Debris bx full Empty and clean debris bx Brushes wrn Replace brushes Bristles have taken a set Rtate brushes N slutin t ff-aisle wand spray jet Slutin tank empty Refill slutin tank N FWD/REV drive Drive system speed cntrller. Check errr fault cdes 48

49 Trubleshting Prblem Pssible Cause Remedy Inadequate slutin flw r n slutin Slutin tank empty Fill slutin tank t the flr Slutin lines, valves, filter r spray jets clgged Slutin slenid valve Flush lines, and clean slutin filter and spray jets. Clean r replace valve Machine des nt run Operatr seat safety switch Operatr has t be seated.check fr pen circuit Main system cntrller Check errr fault cdes Tripped 100 amp circuit breaker Check fr an electrical shrt circuit. Reset machine: Reset breaker and turn key switch ff and restart. Batteries Lw Charge Batteries Vacuum mtr des nt turn n Recvery tank full Empty recvery tank Excessive faming in recvery tank. Empty recvery tank. Use less r change chemical Use defaming agent Five LEDs flashing n Battery Gauge Check fr mtr verlad Reset machine: Turn key switch ff and restart. Pr Vacuum Perfrmance Mtr verlad Check individual circuit breakers CB5 and CB6 Brush Mtrs nt running Mtr verlad Check individual circuil breakers CB3 and CB4 49

50 Trubleshting 9) Fault Cdes N. f N. f Fault Fault Descriptin Bars Flashes Cde 1 LOW BATTERY ERROR 0x2C00 LOW BATTERY ERROR2 0x2C01 SOFT BATTERY LOCKOUT OCCURRED 0x2C02 SOFT BATTERY LOCKOUT 2 OCCURRED 0x2C03 2 Tractin MOTOR FAULT 1 0x7800 TRACTION OVER CURRENT ERROR 0x7801 SOFT TRACTION MOTOR IN FOLDBACK STATE 0x7802 Tractin MOTOR LINE VOLTAGES INSTABILITY TIMEOUT 0x7803 TRACTION SPEED INPUT OUT OF RANGE 0x SOFT BRUSH MOTOR DISCONNECTED ERROR 0x7600 SOFT BRUSH CURRENT FOLDBACK 0x7601 SOFT BRUSH CURRENT FOLDBACK2 0x7602 SOFT BRUSH CURRENT FOLDBACK3 0x7603 SOFT BRUSH INHIBIT 0x7604 BRUSH OVERCURRENT DETECTION STARTUP FAULT 0x EXCESSIVE CURRENT TRIP (Supprted n LCD nly) 0x

51 Trubleshting N. f Bars N. f Flashes 1 Fault Descriptin Fault Cde SOFT BRUSH DECK ACTUATOR OVERCURRENT OCCURRED 0x BRUSH DECK ACTUATOR OVERCURRENT 2 OCCURRED 0x ERROR BRUSH DECK ACTUATOR POSITIVE SHORTED LOW 0x ERROR BRUSH DECK ACTUATOR NEGATIVE SHORTED LOW 0x SOFT SOLENOID 2 OVERCURRENT OCCURRED 0x SOLENOID 2 OVERCURRENT 2 OCCURRED 0x ERROR SOLENOID 2 POSITIVE SHORTED LOW 0x ERROR SOLENOID 2 NEGATIVE SHORTED LOW 0x SOFT VACUUM MOTOR DISCONNECTED ERROR 0x7700 SOFT VACUUM CURRENT FOLDBACK 0x7701 SOFT VACUUM CURRENT FOLDBACK2 0x7702 SOFT VACUUM CURRENT FOLDBACK3 0x OFF AISLE WAND MODE 0x1E03 OFF AISLE WAND MODE 0x1E04 51

52 Trubleshting N. f N. f Fault Fault Descriptin Bars Flashes Cde 7 1 SPEED POTENTIOMETER FAULT 1 0x SPEED POTENTIOMETER MAX WIPER DIFFERENCE ERROR 0x SPEED POTENTIOMETER MAX PULL DOWN DIFFERENCE ERROR 0x SPEED POTENTIOMETER MAX PULL SAFE DIFFERENCE ERROR 0x SPEED POTENTIOMETER REFERENCE ERROR 0x SPEED POTENTIOMETER LO REFERENCE ERROR 0x SPEED POTENTIOMETER HI REFERENCE ISO ERROR 0x SPEED POTENTIOMETER LO REFERENCE ISO ERROR 0x SPEED POTENTIOMETER ERROR BOTH HAVE READINGS 0x SOFT BELLY BUTTON ACTIVATED 0x V2POINT5 VOLTAGE REF ERROR 0x HI SWITCH REF ERROR 0x EMERGENCY STOP ERROR 0x STARTUP WITH PUSH SELECTED 0x PUSH ACTIVATED IN DRIVE MODE 0x

53 Trubleshting N. f N. f Fault Descriptin Bars Flashes 8 Any faults nt cvered elsewhere Fault Cde 9 1 SOLUTION TANK EMPTY 0x SOFT ALARM OVERCURRENT OCCURRED 0x131C 9 3 SOFT SOLUTION PUMP OVERCURRENT OCCURRED 0x SOFT SOLENOID 1 OVERCURRENT OCCURRED 0x BRAKE FAULT 1 0x BRAKE FAULT 2 0x BRAKE OVER CURRENT ERROR 0x HIGH BATTERY ERROR 0x

54 54 Minuteman Internatinal Made Simple Cmmercial Limited Warranty Minuteman Internatinal Made Simple Cmmercial Limited Warranty REVISION O EFFECTIVE 4/1/2016 Minuteman Internatinal, Inc. warrants t the riginal purchaser/user that the prduct is free frm defects in wrkmanship and materials under nrmal use. Minuteman will, at its ptin, repair r replace withut charge, parts that fail under nrmal use and service when perated and maintained in accrdance with the applicable peratin and instructin manuals. All warranty claims must be submitted thrugh and apprved by factry authrized repair statins. This warranty des nt apply t nrmal wear, r t items whse life is dependent n their use and care, such as belts, crds, switches, hses, rubber parts, electrical mtr cmpnents r adjustments. Parts manufactured by Minuteman are cvered by and subject t the warranties and/r guarantees f their manufacturers. Please cntact Minuteman fr prcedures in warranty claims against these manufacturers. Special warning t purchaser -- Use f replacement filters and/r pre-filters nt manufactured by Minuteman r its designated licensees, will vid all warranties expressed r implied. A ptential health hazard exists withut riginal equipment replacement. All warranted items becme the sle prperty f Minuteman r its riginal manufacturer, whichever the case may be. Minuteman disclaims any implied warranty, including the warranty f merchantability and the warranty f fitness fr a particular purpse. Minuteman assumes n respnsibility fr any special, incidental r cnsequential damages. This limited warranty is applicable nly in the U.S.A. and Canada, and is extended nly t the riginal user/purchaser f this prduct. Custmers utside the U.S.A. and Canada shuld cntact their lcal distributr fr exprt warranty plicies. Minuteman is nt respnsible fr csts r repairs perfrmed by persns ther than thse specifically authrized by Minuteman. This warranty des nt apply t damage frm transprtatin, alteratins by unauthrized persns, misuse r abuse f the equipment, use f nn-cmpatible chemicals, r damage t prperty, r lss f incme due t malfunctins f the prduct. If a difficulty develps with this machine, yu shuld cntact the dealer frm whm it was purchased. This warranty gives yu specific legal rights, and yu may have ther rights which vary frm state t state. Sme states d nt allw the exclusin r limitatin f special, incidental r cnsequential damages, r limitatins n hw lng an implied warranty lasts, s the abve exclusins and limitatins may nt apply t yu.