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ENCORE
S17 / L17
Operator's
Rotary/
Manual
Cylindrical
U.S. Patent No. 5,383,251; 6,105,192; No. 6,557,207; No. 6,760,947 and other Patents Pending
READ THIS BOOK
CAUTION: Read the Operator's Manual before using the appliance.
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. You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it. If operator(s) cannot
read this manual, have it explained fully before attempting to operate this machine.
Si Ud. o sus operadores no pueden leer el Inglés, se hagan explicar este manual completamente antes
de tratar el manejo o servicio de esta máquina.
All directions given in this book are as seen from the operator's position at the rear of the machine.
For new books write to: Clarke
®
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Form No. 70483A 2/05
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  • Page 1 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.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 ........................
  • Page 3: Operator Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 4: Machine Introduction

    - 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.
  • Page 5 469 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-...
  • Page 6: Procedures For Transporting Machine

    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.
  • Page 7 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.
  • Page 8: Symbols Used On Encore S17 And L17

    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...
  • Page 9 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-...
  • Page 10: Machine Control Panel

    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.
  • Page 11: Machine Controls And Features

    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-...
  • Page 12: How To Prepare The Machine For Operation

    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...
  • Page 13 (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-...
  • Page 14: Battery Maintenance

    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...
  • Page 15: How To Charge The Batteries

    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-...
  • Page 16: How To Install A Rotary Brush Or Pad Driver

    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...
  • Page 17: How To Remove A Rotary Brush Or Pad Driver

    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-...
  • Page 18: How To Operate The Machine

    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.
  • Page 19: How To Clean A Dirty Floor

    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-...
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    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...
  • Page 21: Procedures To Perform At The End Of Work

    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-...
  • Page 22: Procedures To Perform Every Week

    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...
  • Page 23 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-...
  • Page 24: Maintenance For The Squeegee

    . 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 ®...
  • Page 25: Accessories

    30067A Blade, Rear - Nitrile Solid 30081A Blade, Rear - Ribbed Orange 30085A Blade, Front - Ribbed Natural 30066A Blade, Front - Slit Grout 30079A Blade, Front - Ribbed Orange 30083A ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -25-...
  • Page 26 NOTES Page -26- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
  • Page 27: Section Ii - Parts And Service Manual

    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-...
  • Page 28: How To Correct Problems In The Machine

    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...
  • Page 29 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-...
  • Page 30: Encore S17 / L17 Final Assembly

    Clarke ® Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Final Assembly 11/02 Page -30- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
  • Page 31: Parts List

    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...
  • Page 32: Recovery Tank Assembly 5/03

    Clarke ® Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Recovery Tank Assembly 5/03 6B 6C Page -32- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
  • Page 33: Parts List

    ® 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...
  • Page 34: Solution Tank Assembly

    Clarke ® Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Solution Tank & Front Cover Assembly 9/04 Page -34- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
  • Page 35: Parts List

    ® Clarke Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Solution Tank & Front Cover Parts List 9/04 Ref. # Part No. Description 80199A Nut, M6 x 1 Hex Nylock 980614 Lock Washer, 1/4" Ext. Tooth 87026A Flat Washer, 1/4" 40724A Vacuum Motor...
  • Page 36: Electrical Assembly 11/02

    ® Clarke Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Electrical Assembly 11/02 42 43 Page -36- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
  • Page 37: Parts List

    ® Clarke Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Electrical Parts List 11/02 Ref. # Part No. Description 80179A Screw, M6 x 1 x 15mm, Pan Head 980614 Washer, Lock 1/4" Ext. Tooth 30097A Insulator 40635A Squeegee Switch 980607 Washer, Lock #6 Ext. Tooth...
  • Page 38: Control Housing Assembly 7/03

    ® Clarke Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Control Housing Assembly 7/03 Page -38- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
  • Page 39: Parts List

    Clarke ® Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Control Housing Parts List 2/05 Ref. # Part No. Description S17 Cyl L17 Cyl 962957 Screw, 10-16 x 1/2" 70352A Membrane Switch 60979A Control Panel 52555A Lever Gasket 60978A Wear Plate 87036A Washer, Flat #10 80196A Nut, M5 x .8, Nylock...
  • Page 40: Squeegee Lift Assembly 11/02

    ® Clarke Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Squeegee Lift Assembly 11/02 Page -40- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
  • Page 41: Parts List

    ® Clarke Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Squeegee Lift Parts List 11/02 Ref. # Part No. Description 80196A Nut, M5 x .8, Nylock 87036A Washer, Flat #10 61305A Tube Bracket 80199A Nut, M6 x 1, Nylock 80198A Nut, M8 x 1.25, Nylock 980652 Washer, Lock 5/16"...
  • Page 42: Squeegee Assembly

    ® Clarke Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical 32" Squeegee Assembly 6/04 Page -42- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
  • Page 43: Parts List

    ® Clarke Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical 32" Squeegee Parts List 6/04 Ref. # Part No. Description 80252A Screw, ¼-20 x 1 Hex SS 980657 Washer, ¼ Lock 60243A Bracket, Squeegee Wheel 30049B Wheel, Squeegee 81104A Nut, ¼-20 60254A Bolt, Shoulder x 2¼...
  • Page 44: Frame Assembly 9/03

    Clarke ® Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Frame Assembly 9/03 Page -44- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
  • Page 45: Parts List

    ® Clarke Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Frame Parts List 2/04 Ref. # Part No. Description S17 Cyl L17 Cyl 80199A Nut, M6 x 1, Nylock 87026A Washer, Flat 1/4" SS 80204A Nut, M3 x .5 Nylock 80225A Spring, Front (1.25" long) 54179A Spring, Front (2.25"...
  • Page 46: Cylindrical Brush Head Assembly

    Clarke ® Encore S17/L17 Cylindrical Cylindrical Head Assembly 7/03 Page -46- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
  • Page 47: Parts List

    41601A Contact, Connector 930113 Rivet, 1/8" 61288A Tray Rail 80158A Key, 1/8" Sq. x 1/2" 53182A Cap, Tube 80249A Screw, M5-.8 x 12 mm HH 962262 Screw, Set 8-32 x 1/4 ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -47-...
  • Page 48: Rotary Disk Head Assembly 9/03

    Clarke ® Encore S17/L17 Rotary Disk Head Assembly 9/03 Page -48- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
  • Page 49: Parts List

    Bearing Sleeve 87036A Washer, Flat #10 80227A Extension Spring 980645 Washer, Flat 3/8" 80202A Screw, M5 x .8 x 15mm, Pan Head 80169A Nut, M5 x .8 Hex 77091A Label, Moving Parts ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -49-...
  • Page 50: Gearbox Assembly And Parts List 5/03

    ® 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.
  • Page 51: Brush Motor Assembly And Parts List 11/02

    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-...
  • Page 52: Transaxle Repair Parts

    Clarke ® Encore S17/L17 & S17/L17 Cylindrical Transaxle Drawing 11/02 4, 5 Item Part No. Description 10135A Wheel Flange Kit 51056A Transaxle Mounting Sleeve 40593A Motor Brush 40594A Motor Urethane Sleeve 40595A Motor 40596A Transaxle Only Specifications: - Motor: 24VDC, Permanent Magnet, Tenv - Transaxle: 30:1 Ratio - Gear Oil: Mobile SHC634 12 oz.
  • Page 53: Encore S17 Connection Diagram

    Clarke ® Encore S17 Connection Diagram 12/02 ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -53-...
  • Page 54: Encore S17 Electrical Schematic

    Clarke ® Encore S17 Electrical Schematic 11/02 Page -54- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
  • Page 55: Encore L17 Connection Diagram

    Clarke ® Encore L17 Connection Diagram 12/02 ® Clarke Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17 Page -55-...
  • Page 56: Encore L17 Electrical Schematic

    Clarke ® Encore L17 Electrical Schematic 11/02 Page -56- Clarke ® Operator's Manual -Encore S17/L17...
  • Page 57 ALTO Cleaning Systems (UK) Ltd., Penrith (810) 544-6300 Gilwilly Industrial Estate Penrith ® American Lincoln / Clarke, Marietta, Georgia 30066 Cumbria CA11 9BN 1455 Canton Road +44 1768 868 995 (770) 973-5225 ALTO France S.A. Strasbourg B.P. 44, 4 Place d’Ostwald...
  • Page 58 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.

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