USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL SIMPLA 55BT-65BT-50BST ED. 06-2011 ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS Doc.
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CONTENTS ON CONSIGNMENT OF THE MACHINE .................................................................................................................................................................. 5 INTENDED USE..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5 INTRODUCTORY COMMENT ...........................................................................
3.THE SQUEEGEE DOES NOT DRY PERFECTLY............................................................................................................................................. 32 4.EXCESSIVE FOAM PRODUCTION................................................................................................................................................................. 32 5. ELECTRIC FUSES AND THERMAL CUT-OUTS....................................................................................................
On consignment of the machine Intended use The scrubbing machine is designed exclusively for the professional cleaning of surfaces and floors in industrial, commercial and public environments. The machine is only suitable for use in closed (or at least covered) places. The machine is not suitable for use in the rain, or under water jets. It is FORBIDDEN to use the machine in places with a potentially explosive atmosphere, for picking up dangerous dusts or inflammable liquids.
SYMBOLS USED ON THE MACHINE Tap symbol Used to indicate water regulation changes (CDS versions) Detergent symbol Used to indicate detergent regulation changes (CDS versions) Indicator showing battery charge level on the upper line and hour-counter on the lower line Indicator showing the type of hour-counter (total) on the upper line and the type of service (none) on the lower line Indicator showing the type of technology of the batteries used (lead) Main switch symbol (key switch) Used on the instrumen
SYMBOLS USED ON THE MACHINE Indicates the risk of crushed hands Indicates the instructions for measuring the detergent in the canister (machine version DS only) Label only) with warning about the type of detergent Label with the pH value of the detergent to be used (for FSS system only) 7 used (for FSS system
GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS The regulations below must be carefully followed in order to avoid harm to the operator and damage to the machine. WARNING: Read the labels on the machine carefully. Do not cover them for any reason and replace them immediately if they become damaged. The machine must be exclusively used by authorised, trained personnel. The machine is designed for dry use only. Do not use the machine on surfaces with an inclination greater than the one shown on the plate.
MACHINE PREPARATION 1. HANDLING THE PACKED MACHINE The machine is contained in specific packaging. It is not possible to place more than two packages on top of each other. The overall dimensions of the package are: 2. 1. 2. 3. 4. SIMPLA 50BST-65BT SIMPLA 65BT A 1077 1152 B 654 764 C 1424 1684 A C B HOW TO UNPACK THE MACHINE Remove the outer packaging. Release the parking brake by removing the blocking pin (1). The machine is fixed to the pallet with wedges which block the wheels.
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MACHINE PREPARATION 7. TYPE OF BATTERY To power the machine it is necessary to use: liquidelectrolyte lead traction batteries sealed traction batteries with gasrecombination or gel technology OTHER TYPES MUST NOT BE USED. The batteries must meet the requisites laid out in standards CEI EN 60254-1:2005-12 (CEI 21-5) + CEI EN 60254-2:2008-06 (CEI 21-7). Every battery consists of DIN-type elements connected in series and providing the clamps with a power of 6V.
MACHINE PREPARATION 3 ATTENTION: you are advised to use airtight batteries only, to avoid the leakage of acids! ATTENTION: you are advised to have the electric connections made by a qualified, COMAC-trained technician ATTENTION: you are advised to always wear protective gloves, to avoid the risk of serious injury to your hands ATTENTION: You are advised to only lift and move the batteries with lifting and transportation means suitable for the specific weight and size 4 ATTENTION: Connect the traction m
MACHINE PREPARATION 11. CONNECTION OF THE ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY CONNECTOR (FOR VERSIONS BBT ONLY) Proceed as follows to connect the machine connector to the battery connector: 1. Engage the parking brake. 2. Check that the machine's master switch is in the "0" position. 3. Lower the base by means of the pedal on the back of the machine 4. Lower the squeegee by means of the lever on the back of the machine. 5. Check the recovery tank is empty, otherwise empty it (see the appropriate chapter). 6.
MACHINE PREPARATION ATTENTION: in order not to cause permanent damage to the batteries it is essential to avoid their complete discharge: arrange the recharge within a few minutes of the switching on of the flashing "discharged batteries" signal ATTENTION: never leave the batteries completely discharged, even if the machine is not being used ATTENTION: for the daily recharging of the batteries, you must fully respect the indications provided by the manufacturer or retailer.
MACHINE PREPARATION 15. ADJUSTING THE SQUEEGEE INCLINATION During working operation, the rear rubber is tilted slightly backwards (by about 5mm) in a uniform way for its whole length. If it is necessary to increase the bend of the rubber in the central part, you must tilt the squeegee backwards, rotating the adjuster (1) anticlockwise. To increase the bend of the rubber at the sides of the squeegee, rotate the set screw clockwise. 16.
MACHINE PREPARATION 19. DETERGENT SOLUTION (VERSIONS WITHOUT CDS) 1. Check the switch key is set to "0" (for the electric version, check that the power cable is unplugged from the mains). 2. Apply the parking brake by pulling the lever and blocking the handle with the pin. 3. Make sure the recovery tank is empty before opening, if full empty it. 4. Remove the front solution tank cap and fill with clean water at a temperature not exceeding 50C.
MACHINE PREPARATION 9. Remove the front solution tank cap and fill with clean water at a temperature not exceeding 50C. The amount present in the tank can be seen through the rear level tube (4). The solution tank has a maximum capacity of about 60 litres. To regulate the water/detergent mixture, carefully read the “REGULATING THE DETERGENT WITH THE CDS SYSTEM” paragraph. 4 ATTENTION: always use detergents whose manufacturer's label indicates their suitability for scrubbing machines.
MACHINE PREPARATION 22. ASSEMBLING THE SPLASH GUARD RUBBERS (BASES WITH DISC BRUSHES) For packaging reasons, the splash guard rubbers are supplied disassembled from the machine. To connect the rubber, remove the rubber-pressing blades and unthread the spring hook (1) from the connection screw. Wind the rubber all around the base, inserting the base fixing screw in the central hole. Reattach the blades, starting from the centre of the base.
MACHINE PREPARATION 8. Insert the brush (the side with 5 teeth) in the tunnel until it is coupled with the dragging device hub. 9. Insert the idle hub of the mobile support in the brush (the side with 6 teeth). 10. Repeat the operation for the second brush. 11. Reassemble the side splash guard (3). 12. Rotate the side splash guard (2). 13. Fix the wing nut (1) Take care not to mix up the brushes, the blue brush should always be placed in the rear idle hub.
MACHINE PREPARATION WARNING: if the CDS system does not work, or you want to clean without using this device, you can intervene on the tap (4) on the brush base near the motor, rotating the lever by 180° as shown in the figure. Rotate the knobs (2) and (3) anticlockwise, to the “0” position. ATTENTION: before regulating the solution, check there is detergent in the inner can, and that the side water tap is turned on.
MACHINE PREPARATION 29. DETERGENT PUMP PRIMING (VERSIONS WITH FSS) Before starting work the detergent pump must be primed, to do so proceed as follows: 1. Check that the main switch is in the “Off – 0” position 2. Check that the battery connector is disconnected from the machine connector 3. Check the parking brake is correctly engaged 4. Make sure the recovery tank is empty, otherwise empty it completely 5.
WORK 1. PREPARING TO WORK 1. Connect the connector (1) to the batteries (versions without a built-in battery charger). 1 ATTENTION: before using the machine, the operators must be suitable trained. We therefore suggest you read this instruction booklet carefully and read it again whenever difficulties arise while using the machine 2. Turn on the water tap beneath the symbol (1); the water falls automatically while the brushes are turning. 3.
WORK 7. Release the lever (3) and lower the base. In the case of an automatic machine, lower the key (7). 8. Lower the squeegee, rotating the lever (4) anticlockwise. If the machine is automatic, use the key (5); when you have turned it as far as it will go, the suction motor will switch on. To switch off the suction motor, turn the key to position “0” once the work is finished. 9. Check the brake (6) is off. 7 5 6 4 3 10.
AT THE END OF THE WORK 1. AT THE END OF WORK At the end of the work, and before carrying out any type of maintenance: 1. raise the base by means of the pedal (2) or the key (6) (automatic version) 3. Raise the squeegee by means of the lever (3) or the key (4) (automatic version). When the squeegee is up, the suction motor switches off automatically 4. bring the machine to the place provided for draining the water 5. turn the key switch (5) anticlockwise (to "OFF") to switch off the machine 6 4 5 3 2 6.
AT THE END OF THE WORK 3.STORING OF THE MACHINE Proceed as follows to store the machine at the end of work: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Place the machine in a place where it can not cause damage or injury Position the machine where the accidental fall of objects do not cause damage Engage the parking brake Lift the base with the specific pedal or operating the dedicated key (AU version) Raise the squeegee by turning the rear lever or by operating the dedicated key (AU version) 6.
DAILY MAINTENANCE PERFORM ALL MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS IN SEQUENCE 1. 1. CLEANING THE RECOVERY TANK Disconnect the tube (1) from its seat, unscrew the drainage cap and empty the recovery tank. ATTENTION: Before performing any maintenance, remove the keys from the panel and disconnect the battery connector of the machine. WARNING: this operation must be carried out wearing gloves to protect against contact with dangerous solutions. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Engage the parking brake.
DAILY MAINTENANCE 4. DISASSEMBLING AND CLEANING THE SQUEEGEE 2 Check the squeegee is always clean, for better drying results. To clean it you must: 1. Turn main switch key anticlockwise to position "0", and remove the key, for the electric versions unplug the machine from the mains, and engage the parking brake. 2. remove the tube (1) from the squeegee 3. remove the squeegee, pushing the plate (2) to the left in order to release the squeegee small column from its seat 4.
DAILY MAINTENANCE Clean the hopper as described in the “AT THE END OF THE WORK” paragraph 4. Check there are no wires, bits of plastic or anything else at the ends of the brushes; these objects could stop the brushes from rotating freely. If the brushes are not clean: 5. Loosen the closure element (1) 6. Release the splash guard (2) 1 2 7. Remove the idle hubs (3) that support the brushes (4) 8. Remove the brushes (4), clean them with a jet of water, then reassemble them.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 1. CLEANING THE SQUEEGEE TUBE Every week, or whenever suction seems to be unsatisfactory, check the squeegee tube is not obstructed. To clean it, proceed as follows: 1. Engage the parking brake and turn the key switch to position "0 " 2. Check the recovery tank is empty (if necessary, empty it). 3. remove the tube from the sleeve on the squeegee 4. open the recovery tank 5. remove the other end of the tube (2) from the rubber-holder connector (3) of the recovery tank 6.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 4. 5. 6. 7. Turn the wing nuts (3) in the horizontal position Remove the front rubber-pressing blades (4). Remove the rubber (5) and replace it Proceed in reverse to replace the rubber ATTENTION: Before performing any type of maintenance, turn the main switch to "OFF" and disconnect the battery connector of the machine.
EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE 1. SCRUBBING OF DOSING SYSTEM (VERSIONS WITH FSS) The dosing system should be cleaned when the machine is not used for a long period (more than 48 hours); to do so, proceed as follows: 1. Check that the main switch is in the “Off – 0” position 2. Check that the battery connector is disconnected from the machine connector 3. Check the parking brake is correctly engaged 4. Make sure the recovery tank is empty, otherwise empty it completely 5.
TROUBLESHOOTING 1. INSUFFICIENT WATER ON THE BRUSH 4. Check that the solution filter is not blocked (1) 5. Check the tap beneath the symbol (2) is turned on. 6. Check there is water in the solution tank. 2 1 2. THE MACHINE DOES NOT CLEAN WELL 1. Check the state of wear and tear of the brush and, if necessary, replace it (the brush must be replaced when the bristles are about 15mm long). 2. Use a different kind of brush to the one fitted as standard.
DISPOSAL To dispose of the machine, take it to a demolition centre or an authorised collection centre.
CHOOSING AND USING THE BRUSHES POLYPROPYLENE BRUSH (PPL) Used on all types of floors. Good resistance to wear and tear, and hot water (no greater than 60°C). The Polypropylene brush is non-hygroscopic and therefore retains its characteristics even when working in wet conditions. ABRASIVE BRUSH The bristles of this type of brush are charged with highly aggressive abrasives. It is used to clean very dirty floors. To avoid floor damage, work only with the pressure strictly necessary.
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