Minuteman E28 Manuel utilisateur

User Manual

E28/E30/E33 (7062.12/.15/.18)

Introduction

Preface

Dear customer, It is our desire that the

good characteristics of the E 28/E30/

E33 should justify the confidence you

demonstrated by making this purchase.

Prior to the first use, carefully read the

chapter "Safety Information” as this will

ensure your safe operation of the ma-

chine.

Your own safety, as well as the safety of

others, depends to a great extent on

how the machine is moved and opera-

ted. Therefore, this operation and main-

tenance manual must be read and

understood prior to the machine being

used for the first time.

The manual provides valuable informa-

tion about operation, service and

maintenance. The warning symbols as

used in this manual identifies items re-

levant to safety. Please observe the

safety provisions (see chapter "Safety

Information”).

Your authorized Minuteman dealer will

be pleased to answer further questions

regarding the vehicle or the operation

and maintenance manual.

Please be advised explicitly that we

cannot accept any legal issues out of

the contents of this manual.

If repair work has to be performed make

sure that only genuine spare parts are

used; only genuine spare parts may

guarantee a dependable machine.

We reserve the right for technical im-

provement..

Valid as of: July 2007

Minuteman International Inc.

14N845 U.S. ROUTE 20

PINGREE GROVE, IL60140-8893

U.S.A.

Proper use

The machine is a vacuum scrubbing

machine for wet cleaning of hard-sur-

faced floors. Using the machine beyond

this scope of application will be deemed

improper use; The manufacturer cannot

be held liable for consequential dama-

ges; the user alone bears the risk.

The term of proper use also includes

operation, maintenance and repair work

to be performed in compliance with the

manufacturer's specifications.

The E 28/E30/E33 may only be used by

persons that are familiar with the machi-

ne and aware of possible hazards

involved.

If modifications to the machine are

made in absence of the manufacturer's

prior consent, the latter cannot be held

liable for damage resulting from such

unauthorized modification.

Introduction

Notes on warranty

The terms of the sales contract apply.

Damages are not subject to warranty if

they are due to non-compliance with the

maintenance and service provisions.

The maintenance work has to be perfor-

med by an authorized Minuteman ser-

vice center and confirmed in the

"Maintenance certificate" which is the

warranty document.

The following is excluded from

warranty: fuses, natural wear, damages

caused by overload, inexpert handling

and unauthorized modification of the

machine. Moreover, any claim for war-

ranty cannot be accepted if damages of

the machine are caused by fitting parts

or accessories without Minuteman's pri-

or and explicit consent or by non-com-

pliance with the maintenance

instructions.

Acceptance of the machine

Upon arrival, check machine for possi-

ble damages in transit. Follow un-

packing instructions on shipping pallet.

Each unit has been tested and through-

ly inspected before shipment. Any da-

mage is the responsibility of the delivery

carrier who should be notified immedia-

tely.

Minuteman International Inc.

14N845 U.S. ROUTE 20

PINGREE GROVE,IL 60140-8893

U.S.A.

Introduction

Table of Content

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Preface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Proper use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Notes of warranty . . . . . . . . . . 3

Acceptance of the machine . . 3

1 Safety information . . . . . . . . 5

1.1 Safety and Warning Symbols. 5

1.2 General Provisions. . . . . . . . . 6

1.3 Provisions for Operation. . . . . 6

1.4 Maintenance instructions . . . . 7

1.5 Specific Hazards . . . . . . . . . . 8

1.6 Information for Protection of En-

vironment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

1.7 Labels at the Machine . . . . . . 9

2 First Operation . . . . . . . . . . 10

2.1 Instruction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

2.2 Initial charging procedure. . . 10

2.3 Before Taking into Operation 10

2.4 Start Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

2.5 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2.6 Stop Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2.7 After Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2.8 Transporting Machine . . . . . 11

3 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

3.1 Method of operation . . . . . . . 12

3.1.1 Brush Deck. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

3.1.2 Solution Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

3.1.3 Squeegee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

3.1.4 Recovery Tank . . . . . . . . . . . 13

3.1.5 Traction Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . 13

3.1.6 Batteries and Charger . . . . . 13

3.1.7 Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

3.2 Operating and Indicating Ele-

ments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

3.2.1 Operating Panel . . . . . . . . . . 14

3.2.2 At the machine . . . . . . . . . . . 17

4 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . 20

5 Maintenance and Care . . . . 22

5.1 System Maintenance . . . . . . 22

5.2 Maintenance document . . . . 23

5.3 Maintenance Schedule. . . . . 23

5.4 Battery Systems . . . . . . . . . . 28

5.4.1 Charge Batteries . . . . . . . . . 29

5.4.2 Low Discharge Signal sender

(LDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

5.4.3 Maintenance of Drive

Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

5.4.4 Remove Batteries. . . . . . . . . 29

5.4.5 Install Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . 29

5.4.6 Disposal of Batteries . . . . . . 29

5.5 Solution Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

5.5.1 Fill Solution Tank . . . . . . . . . 31

5.5.2 Empty Solution Tank . . . . . . 31

5.5.3 Clean Solution Filter. . . . . . . 31

5.6 Recovery Tank. . . . . . . . . . . 32

5.6.1 Empty Recovery Tank . . . . . 33

5.6.2 Clean Recovery Tank. . . . . . 33

5.6.3 Clean Suction Filter . . . . . . . 33

5.7 Disc brush Deck. . . . . . . . . . 34

5.7.1 Clean Brushes . . . . . . . . . . . 34

5.7.2 Change Brushes . . . . . . . . . 34

5.7.3 Change Roller Bumper. . . . . 34

5.7.4 Change Sealing Strip . . . . . . 34

5.8 Cylindrical brush deck . . . . . 35

5.8.1 Clean dirt hopper . . . . . . . . . 35

5.8.2 Remove brushes . . . . . . . . . 35

5.8.3 Clean brushes . . . . . . . . . . . 35

5.8.4 Fit brushes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

5.8.5 Change roller bumper . . . . . 35

5.9 Squeegee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

5.9.1 Clean Squeegee . . . . . . . . . 36

5.9.2 Change Squeegee Blades . . 36

5.9.3 Adjust Squeegee Blades . . . 37

Minuteman Limited Warranty

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Safety information

1 Safety information

1.1 Safety and Warning Symbols

All paragraphs in this manual referring

to your personal safety, the safety of

your machine and the environment pro-

tection are attributed one of the follo-

wing warning symbols:

Safety Symbols Description

WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which may result in equipment or

property damage.

Additional Symbols Description

Ecological hazard Indicates the use of substances representing an inherent danger to the health

of the environment

Note Indicates important or additional information.

Safety information

1.2 General Provisions

• Apart from the provisions contained

in this instruction manual, the gene-

ral safety provisions and the acci-

dent prevention regulations as

imposed by law have to be complied

with.

• Before taking your machine into ope-

ration, carefully read the instruction

manual as well as other separate in-

structions for accessories or atta-

ched implements and comply with all

points mentioned there during work.

• Persons being trained by qualified

Minuteman technicians only are au-

thorized to operate, service and re-

pair the machine.

• You are advised to thoroughly study

the safety instructions since precise

knowledge helps prevent errors dur-

ing machine operation and thus

guarantee proper use of the ma-

chine.

• The operating instructions have to

be at hand at the place of use of the

machine, and therefore have to be

kept readily available at the machi-

ne.

• When selling or letting the machine

for rent, hand out these documents

to the new owner/operator and have

the transfer certified!

• The warning and instruction plates

attached to the machine contain va-

luable advice about safe operation.

Immediately replace incomplete or il-

legible labels.

• As far as safety standards are con-

cerned, use only genuine spare

parts!

1.3 Provisions for Operation

• Before first operation of the machine,

fully charge the battery with an initial

charging procedure and comply with

the operating instructions of the

charger as well as with those of the

battery manufacturer. Minuteman

cannot be held liable for damages

resulting from an insufficient initial

charge.

• Before taking into operation, check

the machine for operational safety!

Immediately repair any malfunctions!

• It is indispensable for the operator to

get acquainted with all attached im-

plements and controls as well as

with their function before operation

begins. Once you have started to

work, no time will be left to do so!

• When working with the machine use

firm and skid proof shoes.

• The machine may be used only on

such surfaces clearly specified by

the owner or his authorized repre-

sentative.

• When working with the machine, pay

strict attention to any persons in the

close vicinity.

• Start moving immediately after brush

deck has switch on otherwise the

brush might leave traces on the floor.

Lift the brush head before moving

over obstacles (doorsteps).

• Only fold open empty recovery tank.

• Use only cleaning agents suitable for

automatic machines (low-foaming)

and comply with the instructions for

use, disposal and with the warning

information specified by the cleaning

agent's manufacturer.

• The machine is not designed for col-

lecting hazardous, flammable or ex-

plosive dusts or substances.

• Usage of the machine in explosive

areas is prohibited.

• Remove the key to avoid unauthori-

zed use of the machine.

• Before transporting the machine, lift

the squeegee and the brush deck.

Safety information

Adapt driving habits to local conditi-

ons.

• The machine may be used only for

operation on flat floors with a maxi-

mum inclination of up to 2 %.

1.4 Maintenance instructions

• The daily and weekly maintenance

and repair task must be performed

by a qualified operator. For further

maintenance and repair work please

contact your local Minuteman ser-

vice center.

• Observe the maintenance activities

and intervals set out in the instruc-

tion manual.

• Maintenance and repair work may

be carried out only by means of ap-

propriate tools.

• Have the machine checked for safe

condition by an expert at regular in-

tervals (recommendation: at least

once yearly) as well as after modifi-

cations or repair.

• Spare parts have to equal the techni-

cal requirements as specified by the

manufacturer! Genuine spare parts

guarantee compliance with these re-

quirements.

• Switch off the engine and remove

the key before inspecting the machi-

ne or performing any maintenance

work.

• To prevent the machine from being

used by unauthorized persons, the

control key must be removed.

• When performing work at the electri-

cal system, be sure to disconnect the

battery plug.

• Make sure to protect the recovery

tank against accidental closing or til-

ting down before working in the area

of a lifted tank lid.

• Do not clean the electrical parts by

means of high-pressure cleaning

equipment.

• The use of aggressive detergents is

prohibited.

• Let the machine dry after cleaning.

Do not stroe the machine with liquid

remaining in the tanks

• All protective devices must be in pla-

ce before operating the machine.

1.5 Specific Hazards

Electric system

• Only use genuine fuses with speci-

fied ratings.

• In case of malfunction of the electric

system, shut the machine down im-

mediately and have it serviced.

• Only qualified personnel are authori-

sed to work on the electrical system

and only according to electro-techni-

cal rules.

• Inspect/check the electrical equip-

ment of the machine at regular inter-

valls.Clear up any defects

immediately, such as loose connec-

tions or damaged cables..

Battery

• Observe the operating instructions of

the battery manufacturer.

• Never place metal objects or tools on

batteries - short-circuit hazard!

• Due to alteration of the center of gra-

vity, only use batteries as released

and at the prescribed position only.

• Charge batteries only in areas with

sufficient ventilation. – Explosion ha-

zard!

Safety information

1.6 Information for Protection of

Environment

• For safe use of substances inheriting

a danger to health and environment

specific knowledge is required.

• Observe the legal directives and lo-

cal regulations for disposal of deter-

gents.

• Used batteries labelled as recyclable

contain reusable economic goods.

According to the crossed dustbin la-

bel these batteries must not be ad-

ded to the normal waste.

Safety information

1.7 Labels at the Machine

The following safety and information la-

bels are legibly attached to the machi-

ne. Replace missing or illegible labels

immediately.

Minuteman nameplate (Fig. 1/1)

Machine identification number (Fig. 1/2)

Recovery tank drain hose (Fig. 1/3)

A = Read and observe the instruction

manual

B = Maximum inclination of 2%

C = Do not clean the machine by means

of high-pressure cleaning equipment

Fig.1

First Operation

2 First Operation

2.1 Instruction

Only persons trained by qualified Minu-

teman technicians are authorized to

operate, service and repair the machi-

ne. Operators must read and under-

stand this manual before operating or

maintaining this machine.

2.2 Initial charging procedure

Before first operation of the

machine, fully charge the bat-

tery with an initial charging pro-

cedure and comply with the

operating instructions of the

charger as well as with those of

the battery manufacturer. Mi-

nuteman cannot be held liable

for damages resulting from an

insufficient initial charge.

2.3 Before Putting into Operation

Complete the following inspections be-

fore taking the machine into operation:

1. Check the area around the machine

for signs of leakage. Hoses, lines

and tanks must be free from any lea-

kage or damage.

2. Install brushes and squeegee, see

maintenance chapter.

3. Install batteries and connect battery

plug, see maintenance chapter.

4. Check battery charge and recharge

if required. An initial charge is requi-

red before first operation of the ma-

chine.

5. Empty recovery tank and clean it if

required, see maintenance chapter.

6. Refill solution tank and add cleaning

agent according to the manufactur-

er's recommendations.

Use only cleaning agents sui-

table for automatic machines

(low-foaming) and comply with

the instructions for use, dispo-

sal and with the warning infor-

mation specified by the cle-

aning agent's manufacturer.

2.4 Start Machine

Proceed with the following to set the

machine to operating mode:

• Disconnect mains plug of the char-

ger from outlet and fasten to holder.

• Switch on machine by actuation of

key switch from position (0) to positi-

on (1).

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