Floor Scrubber & Polisher Model FP160 Care and Use Instructions Ewbank LLC 8261 Highway 73, Suite F, Stanley, N.C. 28164, USA Toll Free: 855-4EWBANK Email: enquiries@ewbankus.com Website: www.ewbankus.
Thank you for purchasing your Ewbank ® Floor Scrubber & Polisher, we hope you enjoy using it. Please read the manual carefully to get the most out of your machine.
Safety Instructions - CAUTION • DO NOT move the unit by pulling on the power cord. • DO NOT allow the unit to be used by children. • DO NOT modify the unit in any way - this is dangerous and will also invalidate the warranty. • DO NOT handle the unit with wet hands. WARNING! • This product is not a toy. • Always unplug the Ewbank ® Floor Scrubber & Polisher when not in use. • To avoid electric shock, do not expose to rain or use outside. • Store the unit indoors.
Safety Instructions - CAUTION • Ensure unit operation switch is off before plugging unit into a power socket-outlet. • If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Ewbank® Products or its appointed agents to avoid a hazard. • It is recommended that an ALCI device is fitted into the mains supply socket-outlet for added protection against electric shock.
Fig.1 Assembling the Appliance • Insert the handle into the aperture at the top of the body aligning the notch on the tube with the rear of the unit, and straighten the security collar (Fig.1). Changing the pads and plates on your product • Make sure machine is not plugged in before fitting pads. Fig.2 • Note the orientation of the drive hubs (Fig.2). • Place the required velcro-plate or brush plate over the hub and rotate until the shape lines up (Fig.3).
Using your Ewbank® Floor Scrubber & Polisher on various floor types Tips for removing old polish Take care not to slip over when polishing floors, they can become very slippery in the process. Only use dedicated floor products; other inappropriate polishes and waxes may leave the floor dangerously slippery. • Use the white pads to scrub old polish from the floor. • Carefully follow the instructions for your chosen floor polish remover.
Fig.8 Scrubbing /Cleaning the floor • Ensure that the scrubbing brushes are attached to the product (see page 5). • Turn the machine on at the power sockletoutlet. • With your foot securing the head of the polisher on the floor (1), pull the handle towards you (2) and the machine will start (Fig.8). 2. Pull back to start • Move the machine slowly across the surface of the floor to loosen and collect any debris.
Cleaning the floor pads • All pads and floor attachments are washable. • The brushes, polishing pads and scouring pads can be washed under the tap with warm soapy water. • The polishing unit is not suitable for washing in water, it must be wiped with a damp cloth. • Smeary marks are made on floor when polishing - Has the polish/wax been allowed to dry? - Does old polish/wax need to be removed? • No gloss sheen is being produced - Floor wax level may need to be increased, try another coat.
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Mains Connection This unit is a Class II appliance which means it is double-insulated for your protection, no earthing wire is necessary. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Ewbank® Products or our appointed agents to avoid a hazard. If the fitted plug is cut off from the power cord then the plug must be disposed of safely. If you are using an extension cord it must be rated at a minimum of 10 Amps and fully unwound.
Intertek 9901234 CONFORMS TO UL STD.1017 CERTIFIED TO CSA STD. C22.2 No.243-01 Your Warranty This product is guaranteed for a period of 12 months against faulty materials and workmanship. While every possible care is taken by Ewbank ® Products to ensure that our products leave the factory in good working order, Ewbank® Products cannot under any circumstances accept liability for problems or damage caused by their subsequent use.
