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This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read this book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your Clarke machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well.
Machine Introduction ............................4 Machine Specifications ............................ 5 Procedures for Transporting Machine ......................6 Symbols Used on Encore S17 and L17 ......................8 Machine Control Panel ............................. 10 Machine Controls and Features ........................11 How to Prepare the Machine for Operation ...................... 12 How to Install the Batteries ........................
Failure to read the Operator's Manual prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your Clarke machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well.
- all in one pass. The Encore S17/L17 rotary comes complete with two - 12 volt batteries, one battery charger, either one brush or one pad driver, and one operator’s manual.
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469 lbs. (213 kg) 487 lbs. (221 kg) Line of Sight -Operator Height = 5'8" 7.5 feet (2.3 m) Warranty Machine 3 Years, Polydur tanks 8 Years, Batteries 18 Months Pro-rated ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -5-...
2. Make sure the ramp is clean and dry. 3. Put the ramp in position. 4. Remove squeegee assembly, brush housing and brush or pad driver before loading. Clarke recommends that both the solution tank and recovery tank are empty before loading.
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Procedures For Transporting (cont.) 11. Fasten the machine to the vehicle. Clarke recommends a strap over the top of the machine and a strap to keep the machine from rolling forward or backwards. If this is not done, there is a possibility of the machine toppling over.
SYMBOLS USED ON ENCORE S17 and L17 Warning Solution Control Power Brush Up/Down Traverse Speed Control ("L Class" only) Vacuum/Squeegee Control Battery Meter Page Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
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SYMBOLS USED ON ENCORE S17 and L17 AC Power Indicator Warning Label with parking brake Warning Label without parking brake ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -9-...
When powering up the machine, wise.) the solution setting will automatically adjust to the mid setting (see your authorized Clarke serviceman if a NOTE: The "L model" machine is equipped with self different setting is preferred). To increase the flow, press diagnostics and will sometimes fail to operate if a fault and hold or press the upper button (+) multiple times.
CAUTION: Do not activate the parking brake while the machine is moving. The brake is located to the right hand rear of the machine. Press pedal to activate brake and lift pedal to disengage brake. Figure 6 ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -11-...
8. While pushing the tank to the rear, carefully lift Figure 9 and remove recovery tank from the machine. Leave the recovery drain hose attached to the recovery tank. Figure 10 Page -12- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
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(See Figure 13A figure 13B). 15. Reconnect the blue float connector (See figure 9, page 12). 16. Charge the batteries before using the machine. Figure 13B ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -13-...
Place your hand behind flange and open the valve. e. When empty, close valve. f. Replace valve and drain hose on top of transaxle. g. Neutralize any acid spills with ammonia or bicarbonate of soda. Page -14- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
Figure 17). During this stage the charger is supplying its full amp output to the batteries. It will continue to charge the batteries at this rate until the batteries reach approximately 75% of their capacity. ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -15-...
Operating a machine that is not completely or fully assembled could result in injury or property damage. Do not operate this machine unless it is completely assembled. Inspect the machine carefully before operation. Page -16- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
DANGER: Operating a machine that is not completely or fully assembled could result in injury or property damage. Do not operate this machine unless it is completely assembled. Inspect Figure 24 the machine carefully before operation. ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -17-...
Use only a commercially available cleaners and concentrations intended for floor scrubbing applications. WARNING: Clarke recommends a maximum water temperature of 120 F (49 Operating The Machine NOTE: Put the machine in the lowest traverse speed setting.
NOTE: Keep the machine moving when the brush is rotating on the floor. Pre-wet brush/pad or keep light pressure on brush until solution flow is adequate to keep brush/pad from scratching the floor. ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -19-...
Make sure the screen filter is installed properly in the recovery lid and is clean (See figure 30). Make sure the recovery tank lid is on correctly (See Figure 30). Figure 30 Page -20- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
If the squeegee blade is damaged or worn, turn or replace the blade. 6. Check and clean the recovery lid gasket. Use a mild cleaning solution and rinse the parts in clean water. Figure 34 ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -21-...
Wipe any acid from the machine or the tops of the batteries. Do not add acid to battery after installation. Page -22- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
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Pry on the motor close to where the motor contacts the brush head casting (See Figure 36, A). d. Hold tension and tighten 2 screws (See Figure 36,B). e. Replace belt cover. ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -23-...
. WARNING: Electrical repairs must be done by authorized personnel only. REAR BLADE 0.06 (1.5 mm) Consult your Clarke Authorized Service Person to do Figure 39 the service procedures. Use only genuine Clarke parts. Page -24- Clarke ®...
ENCORE S17 / L17 Section II Parts and Service Manual (70483A) U.S. Patent No. 5,383,251; 6,105,192; No. 6,557,207; No. 6,760,947 and other Patents Pending ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -27-...
Have an authorized service person repair the charger. The battery is defective. Check voltage of each cell while discharging. The batteries are disconnected. Connect the batteries. Brush is in heavy scrub setting. Adjust Pressure. Page -28- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
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Turn key or switch on. Batteries are disconnected. Check the battery connections. Battery terminals are dirty. Batteries are discharged Check battery meter and recharge NOTE: If the problem continues consult an authorized service person. ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -29-...
Clarke ® Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Final Assembly Parts List 11/02 Ref. # Part No. Description Page 32 Recovery Tank Assembly 980651 Washer, Flat 5/16" 80212A Screw, M8 x 1.25 x 35mm Hex Head Page 34 Solution Tank Assembly...
® Clarke Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Recovery Tank Parts List 9/04 Ref. # Part No. Description 80176A Screw, M5 x .8 x 12mm Pan Head 30207A Recovery Lid 30065A Lid Gasket 692409 Chain 80196A Nut, M5 x .8 Hex...
® Clarke Encore S17/L17 Rotary Disk Gearbox Assembly and Parts List 5/03 Ref # Part No. Description 57846A Ring, Snap 507641 Seal, Oil, Small 52050A Cap End 56668A O-Ring 51176A Bearing, Large 902605 Bearing, Small 58144A Seal, Oil Large Darina EP2 Grease 4 oz.
40826A Brush Assembly 55657A Lead Assembly 55656A Lead Assembly Helical Washer 50515A Thru Bolt 80501A Shaft Key 54238A B.E. Bracket Assembly (Gear Box) * NOTE: Parts not available at this time. ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -51-...
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STATED WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED Clarke's liability under this warranty is limited to repair of the product and/or replacement of parts and is given to purchaser in lieu of all other remedies, including INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.