Clarke MA10 12E - Scrubber Operating Guidelines and Troubleshooting

Instructions for Use

1. Release the handle to remove the tank assembly.
   
   
2. Fill the solution tank with clean water, not to exceed 100°F.
   
   
3. The tank cap can be used for dosing the detergent. One full cap is 30 ml giving 1% detergent of the 0.8 gal (3 L) tank capacity. (*)
   
   
4. Connect the power plug to an electrical socket.
   
   
5. Press the black pedal to put the machine in working position.
   
   
6. For double scrubbing, flip the pedal to lift/lower squeegees.
   
   
7. Press the start/stop switch to start the machine.
   
   
8. Press the solution switch to start the solution flow.
   
   
9. Move the machine with the handle and start cleaning the floor.
   
   
10. When necessary, empty the recovery tank and refill the solution tank to continue working.
    
    
11. To use the manual suction hose, press the power switch to start the machine in upright position. Turn the hose connection to ON and use the suction tube. When done, turn hose connection to OFF. (**)
    
    
12. Park the machine in the upright position and turn off the power switch.
    
    When finished using
    
13. Disconnect the power plug from the electrical socket and rewind the cord, starting at the machine, and place it in the cord holder.
    
    
14. Empty the recovery and solution tank. Clean them with water.
    
    
15. Check and clean the solution and vacuum filter regularly.
    
    
16. Remove the cylindrical brush by turning the side knob clockwise.
    
    
17. Remove the squeegee bars.
    
    
18. Clean the squeegee bars and the cylindrical brush with water. Check for wear and replace when necessary.
    
    
19. Wipe down the machine using a damp cloth, and where needed use a neutral cleaning product. Then store the machine in a clean and dry place.
    

Troubleshooting

ATTENTION
Do not use the machine before you have read and understood the Instructions for Use Manual.

The machine doesn't work as it should?

1. Check if the power supply cord is damaged, faulty or disconnected from the electrical mains.
   
   
2. The switches are broken. (*)
   
   

(*) For these causes the maintenance procedure must be performed by an authorized Clarke Service Center.
For further information refer to the Service Manual.

The suction doesn't work as it should?

1. If applicable, check if the manual suction hose connection is turned to "OFF".
   
   
2. Check if the recovery tank is full.
   
   
3. Check if the squeegee bars are dirty or the blades are worn or damaged.
   
   
4. Check if the inspection compartment is dirty. Check if the recovery vacuum hose is disconnected or dirty.
   
   

The machine doesn't clean as it should?

1. Check if you have pressed the solution switch or the solution tank is empty.
   
   
2. Check if the solution filter is dirty. Clean it if needed.
   
3. Check if the holes in solution dispensers are clogged. Remove them and clean if needed.
   

The brush doesn't work as it should?

1. Check if the cylindrical brush is correctly installed and not worn out. Replace when necessary.
   

Videos

MA10 12E Use And Care Video

Documents / Resources

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