DRAINING SOLUTION TANK
To drain unused cleaning solution or recycled solution
from solution tank, follow steps below:
1. Remove clear drain hose from hose barb, place
over floor drain or bucket (Figure 28).
FIG. 28
2. Rinse out solution tank and solution flow system
with clean water to prevent clogging due to
chemical build up.
3. Replace drain hose plug securely on hose barb
when empty.
MAINTENANCE
FOR SAFETY: When servicing machine, stop on
level surface, turn off machine and unplug cord
from wall outlet.
ATTENTION: Contact an Authorized Service
Center for machine repairs. Machine repairs
performed by other than an authorized person will
void your warranty.
To keep machine in good working condition, simply
follow the daily, weekly and monthly maintenance
procedures.
NOTE: If equipped with optional hour meter, record
machine hours when service was performed.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
(After Every Use)
1. Remove and clean pad or brush. Never use soiled
pads when cleaning. Replace pad when it
becomes worn or loaded with residue.
2. Drain and rinse both tanks thoroughly.
3. Remove and clean the ball float screen. Replace
screen securely (Figure 29).
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FIG. 29
4. Remove and clean ESt filter, if equipped.
Replace filter securely.
5. Raise and wipe squeegee off with a dry cloth.
Store squeegee in the up position to prevent
squeegee damage.
6. Clean machine housing with a nonabrasive,
nonsolvent cleaner.
7. Inspect power cord for damage. If damaged,
replace power cord immediately. Coil cord neatly
after each use.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
(Every 20 Hours of Operation)
1. Flush out tanks and solution lines. Pour 24 oz.
(750 ml.) of an acetic acid solution with 3 gallons
(11.3 ltr.) of hot water into solution tank. Over a
floor drain, activate the solution flow briefly to fill
solution line. Shut off power and let machine set
overnight. Rinse with clean water afterwards.
2. Remove and rinse out inline strainer filter. Before
removing filter, be certain solution tank is empty.
Filter is located under machine at rear (Figure 30).
FIG. 30
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