Operation & Care Instructions Save For Future Reference GB1400E - electric floor scrubber
TABLE OF CONTENTS RECEIVING THE MACHINE.................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 FOREWARD........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION .....................................................
Receiving the machine Immediately check, when receiving the machine, that all the materials indicated on delivery documents have been received and also that the machine has not been damaged in transit. If it has been damaged, this damage must be immediately reported to the shipper and also to our customer's service department. Only acting promptly in this manner will make it possible to receive missing material and to be compensated for damage.
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION Rated power Working width Rear squeegee width Brushes (diameter or length) Brush revolutions Pressure on the brushes Solution tank PE Recovery tank PE Weight of empty machine (including brush and tanks) Length of the open machine Length of the closed machine UM W in in in rpm lbs gal gal lbs in in GB1400E 480 14 17 14 140 44 3 3 77 25 35
SYMBOLS USED ON THE MACHINE Tap symbol Used to indicate the solenoid valve switch Voltage symbol Used to indicate the machine's voltage switch Used to indicate the suction motor switch Located near the solution tank refill spout 6
GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS Follow these instructions carefully to avoid harm to the operator and damage to the machine. Read the labels on the machine carefully. Never cover them for any reason and replace them immediately if they become damaged. The machine must be used exclusively by authorized, trained personnel. During the working of the machine, pay attention to other people and especially to children.
PREPARING THE MACHINE 1. HOW TO UNPACK THE MACHINE 1. Open the packaging on the side indicated. 2. Take the machine out of its packaging. 2. HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION OF THE UNPACKED MACHINE Lift the front of the machine, using the handlebars as a lever. The GB1400E can be transported by car. It can be folded up and placed in the trunk of a car without disassembling any components.
PREPARING THE MACHINE 3. CONNECTING THE MACHINE 1. Connect the extension lead to the plug on the handlebars 2. Block the extension lead to the cable-holder handle in front of the handlebars 3. Connect the extension lead to the wall socket ATTENTION: before connecting the extension lead to the socket, check the switches are in the off (“0”) position! 4. FIXING THE HANDLEBARS For packaging purposes the handlebars are supplied folded; they must now be put in the working position. Proceed as follows: 1.
PREPARING THE MACHINE 6. RECOVERY TANK Make sure that the recovery tank is properly inserted in its housing and that the tubes are properly inserted in the tank elbows. Check that the plug is properly closed. 7. SOLUTION TANK Check that the cap is correctly inserted in its housing and that the vent pin is lowered (A). Check that the valve is correctly engaged (B).
OPERATION 1. PREPARING TO WORK The following procedures must be done before installing the tanks: 1. Check the switches are in the off (“0”) position 2. Connect the cable to the socket 3. Prepare the machine for operation 4. Lower the squeegee command lever in order to start working 5. Press the main switch (1) and check that the green indicator light comes on 6. Press the suction switch (2) and check that the green indicator light comes on 7.
3. FORWARD MOVEMENTS OPERATION The traction of these machines is obtained by means of the brush which, working slightly inclined, is able to drag the machine forward. ATTENTION: Always make sure that squeegee is lifted when moving backwards, even for short distances.
AFTER THE WORK IS TERMINATED Proceed as follows at the end of the work cycle and before you perform any type of maintenance. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Turn off the solenoid valve switch (3) Raise the squeegee by mean of the rear handle (4) Turn off the suction switch (2) Turn off the main switch (1) Disconnect the power cable from the socket 6 . Move the machine to the place provided for draining the water 7. Detach the tubes and remove the recovery tank 8.
DAILY MAINTENANCE ATTENTION: Disconnect the power cable from the main socket before carrying out any maintenance operations. 1. CLEANING THE RECOVERY TANK 1. 2. Remove the tubes attached to the connectors of the recovery tank caps. Remove the recovery tank. ATTENTION: Always wear gloves when doing this operation to protect yourself from contact with hazardous solutions. 3. 4. 5. Remove the caps to open the tank. Clean the filter under running water. Rinse the tank and clean with a jet of water. 2.
DAILY MAINTENANCE 3. REPLACING THE SQUEEGEE RUBBERS Check the condition of the squeegee rubbers. Replace as necessary. To replace the rubbers: 1. Lift the squeegee 2. Remove the two knobs 3. Detach the squeegee from its support 4. Remove the tube from the squeegee to permit the squeegee to be removed 5. 6. 7. 8. Unscrew squeegee knobs that clamp the blades and pull them out Remove the blades Replace the rubbers Reinstall everything by performing these procedures in reverse 4.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 1. CLEANING THE SQUEEGEE TUBE Check the squeegee tube for clogging if the suction is insuffiecient or at periodic intervals. To clean the tube proceed as follows: 1. Remove the tube from the sleeve on the squeegee 2. Remove the other end from the recovery tank 3. Wash the inside of the tube with a jet of water, spraying from the end where the tank is inserted 4. Reinstall the tube ATTENTION: Do not wash the tube running between the suction unit and the suction cap. 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SAFETY The machine has a thermal trip unit with manual reset. The brush motor is reset by resetting the thermal trip unit located beneath the handlebars. If the machine stops repeatedly in a short space of time, it is necessary to contact a Pullman-Holt service center. 2. INSUFFICIENT WATER ON THE BRUSHES 1. 2. 3. 4.
BRUSH SELECTION AND USE POLYPROPYLENE BRUSH (PPL) These are used on all types of floors and offer good resistance to wear and to hot water (not more than 140°F.). PPL is not hygoscopic and consequently preserves its characteristics even when wet. DRIVE DISKS Drive disks are recommended for cleaning polished surfaces.
LIMITED WARRANTY This scrubber is warranted for 1 year from the date of purchase as shown on your distributor's invoice. Parts not covered under warranty are power cords, filters, motor brushes and squeegee blades. the warranty covers only failure due to defective parts or workmanship and will be invalidated by improper application and use.
