USER AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL E Ride 21 Warning: read the instructions before using the machine Original instructions Minuteman International 14N845 U.S. Route 20, Pingree Grove, IL 60140 Phone: (847) 264-5400 Fax: (847) 683-5207 Web: www.minutemanintl.
TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF THE MANUAL 1.2 TARGET 1.3 HOW TO KEEP THIS MANUAL 1.4 IDENTIFICATION DATA 1.5 OTHER REFERENCE MANUALS 1.6 SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE 1.7 MODIFICATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS 1-1 1-1 1-1 1-1 1-2 1-2 1-2 1-2 CHAPTER 2 SAFETY - ACCIDENT PREVENTION 2.1 SYMBOLS 2.2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 2.3 UNPACKING 2-1 2-1 2-1 2-4 CHAPTER 3 MACHINE DESCRIPTION 3.1 SCRUBBER-DRYER OPERATION 3.2 AGREEMENTS 3.3 DESCRIPTION 3.4 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 3.
.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 AFTER MACHINE USE EMPTYING THE TANKS WASH-AND-DRY MACHINE PUSH/DRAWING MOVEMENT LONG INACTIVITY OF THE WASH-AND-DRY MACHINE FIRST PERIOD OF USE 4-6 4-6 4-8 4-8 4-8 MAINTENANCE 5.1 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE 5.2 SQUEEGEE CLEANING 5.3 CHECKING/SUBSTITUTION OF THE SQUEEGEE RUBBERS 5.4 HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF SQUEEGEE 5.5 BRUSH CLEANING 5.6 CYLINDRICAL BRUSH CLEANING 5.7 CLEANING THE DETERGENT SOLUTION (OR WATER FOR WASHING) FILTER 5.
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF THE MANUAL The purpose of this manual is to provide the User with all necessary information to use the machine properly in a safe and autonomous way. It contains information about technical characteristics, operation, machine inactivity, maintenance, spare parts and safety conditions. Before carrying out any procedure on the machine, the Operators and Technicians in charge of the maintenance must read this manual carefully.
1.4 IDENTIFICATION DATA The Machine Model and Serial Number are marked on the plate on the frame (battery side) and can be read from the outside (1, Figure 1-1). This information is useful when requiring machine replacement parts. Use the following table to write down the machine identification data for any further reference. MACHINE model: MACHINE serial number: 1.
CHAPTER 2 SAFETY - ACCIDENT PREVENTION The following symbols indicate potentially dangerous situations. Always read carefully this information and take the necessary precautions to protect people and objects. Cooperation between the Operator and the machine is critical. No accident prevention program is effective without the total cooperation of the person responsible for the machine operation.
– WARNING! – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 2-2 Do not use the machine for purposes other than those listed in this manual. Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer Minuteman. While using this machine take care not to cause injury or harm to yourself or others. Do not let the machine be used as a toy. Pay special attention when used near children. Always protect the machine against the sun, rain and bad weather, both under operation and in inactivity condition.
– – – – – – – – Do not use the battery charger cable for hauling or transporting the machine. Do not let the power cord being crushed by a door, pull it over surfaces or sharp corners. Do not run with the machine over the power cord. Keep the cord away from hot surfaces. If the machine is not working properly, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into the water, ask for the intervention of a service center Minuteman.
2.3 UNPACKING To unpack the Machine carefully follow the instructions on the packing. When the machine is delivered, check that the packing and the machine were not damaged during transportation. If the damage is evident, keep the packing and have it checked by the Parcel Service that delivered it. Call the Parcel Service immediately to fill in a request for a compensation for damages. Please check that the following items have been supplied with the machine: 1.
CHAPTER 3 MACHINE DESCRIPTION 3.1 SCRUBBER-DRYER OPERATION The scrubber-dryer is used to clean (washing and drying) smooth and solid floor, in civil or industrial environment, under safe operation conditions by a qualified Operator. The scrubber-dryer cannot be used for fitted carpet and carpet cleaning. 3.2 AGREEMENTS Forward, backward, front, rear, left or right are intended with reference to the operator’s position with the operator's hands on the handlebar (12, Figure 3-2).
3.3 DESCRIPTION Control panel and controls (See Figure 3-1) 1. Control panel and controls 2. Emergency stop button 3. Display, indicating: 3a. “READY”: wash-and-dry machine ready, or “SIT DOWN”: sit on the seat 3b. Total hours of work 3c. Battery state of charge in % 3d. Battery state of charge in graphic scale 4. Adjustment buttons (+ and -) of the detergent solution flow (or of the water for washing) (*) 5. Light indication of the detergent solution flow (or water for washing) 6.
2 5 1 7 4 6 11 9 10 13 8 15 17 21 20 19 18 3c 3a 3d 3b 3 12 14 16 Figure 3-1 3-3
External views (See Figure 3-2 and Figure 3-3) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 3-4 Steering-wheel Ignition key: 0: off I: on Pedal for starting motion and acceleration Detergent solution (or water for washing) level indicator Front drive and steering wheel Rear wheels Disc brush Cylindrical brushes Squeegee 10a. Detergent solution (or water for washing) tank 10b.
21 13 14 19 15 20 16 17 23 18 6 27 28 24 9 8 Figure 3-3 3-5
Internal parts view (See Figure 3-4) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
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Description E Ride 21 (with one disc brush) E Ride 21 (with two cylindrical brushes) Wash-and-dry machine body dimensions, with squeegee and brush (length x height x width) 1200 x 1130 x 600 mm 1200 x 1130 x 600 mm Wash-and-dry machine net weight (without batteries, with empty tanks, without driver) 148 Kg 145 Kg Wash-and-dry machine gross weight (with batteries, with one full tank, without driver) ~ 250 Kg ~ 247 Kg Drive motor 400 W 400 W Disc brush motor 400 W - - 600 W 400 W, 3 stages
3.5 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM Refer to the Service manual. 3.6 ELECTRICAL PROTECTIONS Fuses – The following fuse (22, Figure 3-2) is placed under the panel: – Fuse (F3) for protecting auxiliary services (10 A): (2, Figure 4-2) For the other fuses present on the wash-and-dry machine, refer to the Service manual 3.
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CHAPTER 4 USE WARNING! On some points of the machine there are some adhesives indicating: –DANGER –WARNING –CAUTION –CONSULTATION By means of this Manual, the operator must learn the meaning of these symbols. Do not cover these plates for any reason, in case of damage replace them immediately. 4.1 BATTERIES CONTROL / INSTALLATION ON A NEW WASHAND-DRY MACHINE ATTENTION The electric components of this machine can be seriously damaged if batteries are either installed or connected improperly.
4.2 BEFORE STARTING THE WASHAND-DRY MACHINE General control 1. Visually check that the wash-and-dry machine is in good conditions; check that the disc brush (1, Figure 4-1) (or the cylindrical brushes) and the squeegee (2) are present and in good conditions. Control of water recovery tank 2. Raise the cover (3, Figure 4-1) with its handle and check that the water recovery tank is empty, otherwise proceed with the emptying by acting as described in the related paragraph “tanks emptying”.
ATTENTION! Use a proper detergent for the type of cleaning to be carried out. Use exclusively liquid detergents with low foaminess and non-inflammable; suitable for the wash-anddry machine to be used.
4.3 START UP AND STOPPING OF MACHINE Start up 1. Prepare the machine as envisaged in the previous paragraph. 2. Seat up on the machine seat (7, Figure 4-2). 3. Turn the start up key (1, Figure 4-2) on “I”; wait a few seconds until on the display (3) appears the machineis-ready caption (4) “READY”. ATTENTION! Do not turn the start up key (1) without first seating on the seat (7), since a safety system consents use of the machine only when the operator is seated on the machine seat (7).
17. To stop immediately the machine in the event of an emergency, press the button (15, Figure 4-2). To cut out the emergency button (15), turn it clockwise until unhooking it from the lower position.
4.4 1. 2. 3. 4. 4.5 WASH-AND-DRY MACHINE IN OPERATION During operation, check the state of the batteries charge to avoid flat batteries in inaccessible battery recharge points. Check also periodically the residual quantity of detergent solution (or water for washing), through its level indicator. If the water recovery tank fills during use of the washand-dry machine, suction is automatically stopped. To start suction again, it is necessary to empty the water recovery tank (see related paragraph).
(Only for the hose that cannot be pressed in the area (11)). Lower gradually (in order to avoid undesired squirts) the hose (10) above the drain area, by letting the detergent solution (or water) flow out from the tank into the drain area. 10. If necessary, wash the detergent solution (or water for washing) tank after unscrewing the stopper (13). 11.
4.7 WASH-AND-DRY MACHINE PUSH/ DRAWING MOVEMENT When it is not possible to use the wash-and-dry machine drive, it is possible to move it by pushing it manually. ATTENTION! The wash-and-dry machine is not suitable to be pushed on floors with excessive slopes; precautions must be taken in advance in relation to the wash-and-dry machine (gross weight with 50 liters of water in tanks: about 250 Kg) 4.
CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE The machine proper and safe operation is guaranteed by a careful and constant maintenance. The following table sums up the scheduled maintenance. The indicated periods can be subjected to variations according to working conditions. These must be defined by the person in charge for the maintenance. This Manual contains the Scheduled Maintenance Table and describes only the easiest and most common maintenance procedures.
5.2 SQUEEGEE CLEANING NOTE To obtain a good floor drying, the squeegee must be cleaned and the rubber blades must be in good conditions. ATTENTION! The use of work gloves is recommended during the squeegee cleaning due to the possible presence of sharp debris. 1. 2. 3. If necessary, remove the squeegee (See procedure in the related paragraph). Wash and clean the squeegee (1, Figure 5-1); in particular, clean the dirt and debris in the spaces (2) and hole (3).
5.3 1. 2. 3. 4. CHECKING/SUBSTITUTION OF THE SQUEEGEE RUBBERS Disassemble and clean the squeegee, by operating as described in the specific paragraph. Check that the front rubber (1, Figure 5-2) and the rear rubber (2), are whole and are without cuts and tears, otherwise substitute them, as described below. Check also that the front edge (3) of the rear rubber (2) is not worn out; otherwise turn upside-down this rubber, by bringing in its place one of the other three edges, if still whole.
5.4 – 1. 2. 5.5 HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OF SQUEEGEE The adjustment of the squeegee height is necessary when the wash-and-dry machine does not provide correct drying, leaving trails of water in the central or external parts. To adjust the squeegee height, loosen the nuts (1, Figure 5-3) and adjust the left and right wheel height (2). At the end of the adjustment, tighten the nuts.
5.6 CYLINDRICAL BRUSH CLEANING CAUTION! It is advisable to use protective gloves when cleaning the cylindrical brush because there can be cutting debris. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Remove the cylindrical brushes (See procedure in the related paragraph). Wash and clean the cylindrical brushes from dirt and debris. Wash and clean the cylindrical brushes cases too (1, Figure 5-5). Check that the drive hubs (2) of the cylindrical brushes are free from dirt debris or twisted objects (ropes, etc.).
5.7 1. CLEANING THE DETERGENT SOLUTION (OR WATER FOR WASHING) FILTER Ascertain that the wash-and-dry machine cannot move autonomously. 2. By acting on the wash-and-dry machine controls, lower the squeegee and the disc brush (or cylindrical brushes), then rotate the ignition key on “0” and extract it (see chapter Use). 3. Close the water/detergent solution flow tap (1, Figure 5-7) by acting on the right side of the washand-dry machine. 4. Unscrew and remove the filter transparent cover (2). 5.
2 2 3 4 1 Figure 5-7 5-7
5.8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. CLEANING THE NOZZLE AND FILTER DETERGENT SOLUTION SUPPLY TO THE DISC BRUSH Ascertain that the wash-and-dry machine cannot move autonomously. Remove the brush (See procedure in the related paragraph). By acting on the coupling hub (1, Figure 5-8) of the brush, unscrew the ring nut (2) and recover the nozzle (3) and the gasket (4). Remove the filter from its seat (5). Clean the nozzle (3) and the filter (5). Replace the filter correctly (5) in its case.
5.9 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. CLEANING THE NOZZLE AND FILTER DETERGENT SOLUTION SUPPLY TO THE CYLINDRICAL BRUSHES Ascertain that the wash-and-dry machine cannot move autonomously. By acting on the wash-and-dry machine controls, lower the cylindrical brushes, then rotate the ignition key on “0” and extract it (see chapter Use). By acting on the front part of the cylindrical brushholder head, unscrew the ring nut (1, Figure 5-9) and recover the nozzle (2) and the gasket (3).
5.11 BATTERY CHARGE CAUTION! Keep the batteries charged make their life last longer. CAUTION! When the batteries are discharged, recharge them as soon as possible, as that condition makes their life shorter. Check for battery charge at least once a week. CAUTION! For machines not equipped with on board battery charger, the battery charger must be appropriate for the battery installed on the machine. WARNING! Battery charging of WET batteries produces explosive hydrogen gas.
12. Connect again the connector (5, Figure 5-10) to the connector (6). 13. Extract the pin (2) and place the battery case into its seat, then engage the pin (2) to the battery case itself. 14. Unblock and engage the pin (1) to the battery case. 15. The charge has ended.
Battery charge for wash-and-dry machines with on board battery charger (optional) 1. Take the wash-and-dry machine to the area suited for recharging the batteries. Ascertain that the wash-and-dry machine cannot move autonomously. By acting on the rear side of the wash-and-dry machine, remove the left pin (1, Figure 5-12), then rotate it by half turn, and block it in the removed position.
4 4 1 3 2 8 7 5 Figure 5-12 5-13
5.12 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. CHECKING/REPLACING THE FUSES Ascertain that the wash-and-dry machine cannot move autonomously. Rotate the ignition key on “0” and extract it. Disconnect the connector from the batteries, by acting as described further down. Remove the left pin (1, Figure 5-14), then rotate it by half turn, and block it in the removed position. Remove the right pin (2, Figure 5-14), then remove the battery holder case (3) by using the handles (4).
4 4 4 5 4 3 1 1 4 4 2 3 5 3 Figure 5-14 2 4 4 Figure 5-15 5-15
5.14 ASSEMBLY-DISASSEMBLY OF THE DISC BRUSH Disassembly 1. Ascertain that the wash-and-dry machine cannot move autonomously. 2. Sit on the wash-and-dry machine seat and rotate the ignition key (1, Figure 5-16) on “I”, then wait for a few seconds so that on the display (3) appears caption (4) “READY” indicating that the wash-and-dry machine is ready for use. 3.
5.15 CYLINDRICAL BRUSHES ASSEMBLY-DISASSEMBLY Disassembly 1. Ascertain that the wash-and-dry machine cannot move autonomously. 2. By operating on the wash-and-dry machine controls, lower the cylindrical brushes then rotate the ignition key on “0” and extract it (see the chapter Use). 3. By operating on the right side of the wash-and-dry machine, release the retainers and cam (1, Figure 517). 4. Remove the cover (1, Figure 5-18) by disengaging the supports (2) from the cylindrical brushes (3). 5.
Assembly 6. Place the cylindrical brushes in their seat (1, Figure 5-20) by ensuring to engage their pentagonal seat (2) in the related hubs (3). 7. Proceed with the assembly by operating in the reverse order with respect to disassembly.
CHAPTER 6 SAFETY FUNCTIONS The wash-and-dry machine is equipped with safety functions described below. 6.1 EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON It is placed on the control panel and controls, in position (2, Figure 3-1); it can be easily accessed by the operator; it must be pressed in situations of immediate necessity to stop every function of the wash-and-dry machine. It is disabled by rotating it clockwise. 6.
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CHAPTER 7 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Battery connector disconnected (5, SOLUTION Figure 3-4) No light indicators light up on the panel; Batteries completely flat the motors do not work The emergency stop button Figure 3-1) remains depressed The water recovery drain is insufficient Connect it Charge them (2, Press it Dirty squeegee (9, Figure 3-2) or worn Clean the squeegee or turn/ out or damaged squeegee rubber replace the rubber blades blades Tank cover not correctly closed or Close
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION Empty detergent solution (or water for Fill it washing) tank Lack of detergent solution (or water for Obstructed detergent solution (or water washing) flow to the disc brush (or Clean it for washing) (2, Figure 5-7) filter cylindrical brushes) Obstructed detergent solution (or water Clean it for washing) outlet nozzle Deficiency/lack of the washing detergent Too low percentage (%) of detergent Increase it flow to the disc brush (or cylindrical flow set brushes) Obstructed
CHAPTER 8 SCRAPPING ATTENTION! This wash-and-dry machine must not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of its lifecycle. To avoid possible environmental or health damages caused by an inappropriate waste disposal, the user is advised to separate this product from other types of disposals and recycle it in a responsible manner in order to favour the sustainable reuse of the material resources. Have the machine scrapped by a qualified dismantler.
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