Emergency Stopping Procedure

MACHINE OPERATIONS

STARTING PROCEDURES

Stripper:

This machine is only as fast as you allow it to be. It is imperative that you keep the floor wet with stripping solution while stripping and remove the sludge quickly and completely. Rinsing thoroughly before re-coating with sealer or floor finish.

1.Clear all areas of all displays. Remove any dust and stickers from floor.

2.Prepare stripping solution according to instructions on label.

3.Apply solution to the floor using a mop or other method of application. KEEP FLOOR WET WITH SOLUTION.

4.Allow 10 minutes or so for solution to penetrate floor coating.

5.Using a “doodle bug” scrape the edges clear of floor finish.

6.Begin stripping with the machine. (one pass is generally all that is needed).

7.Follow the machine with recovery of sludge and damp mop. NOTE: rinse floor thoroughly.

Keep both models moving. Running the machine in one place for more than a few seconds may damage the floor.

Exhaust emissions contain harmful toxic gases. The worst being carbon monoxide. Do not operate the machine in confined areas for prolonged times. Always make certain that adequate ventilation is had.

Never engage clutch in the fast run position or with the pad on the floor, this may cause damage to the clutch and the floor.

Be careful not to allow the machine to come in contact with loose tiles or other obstruction on the floor. The pad is turning at approximately 2000 RPM. If loose objects are hit by revolving pad they could become dangerous missiles.

In case of an emergency, the machine can be brought to an instant stop by:

1.Pull the throttle back to stop position or turn key switch to OFF, if equipped.

2.Close service valve on the fuel cylinder.

3.If the machine is equipped with a “Kill Switch”, activate the switch.

The engine may backfire when stopped in this manner.

STOPPING PROCEDURE

1.Close the service valve on the fuel cylinder while the engine is running. This serves to “purge” the fuel system of all flammable gas.

2.Tilt the machine back on it’s rear caster and allow the engine to run until it stops.

3.Turn the key switch OFF if equipped.

Do not leave the machine unattended while the engine is running for long periods of time. If necessary to leave the machine for short periods to move a display etc. move the throttle lever to idle position and tip machine back on the rear caster.

It has been the accepted practice to start buffing from the right side of the aisles. Most smaller machines are offset to the right to allow buffing close on that side.

TRANSPORTING/STORING MACHINE

When transporting the machine from one site to another, secure the machine with the fuel cylinder installed and the service valve OFF. Allow the engine to cool down some before loading the machine for transport.

When storing the machine, remove the propane cylinder and store outside. (see pg. 3-3 for Storage of Fuel Cylinders) Perform all daily maintenance procedures. Store machine in a cool, dry, secure area where it will not be damaged by other traffic. Tilt the machine back on the rear caster with the pad off of the floor.

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