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Instruction Manual Use and Maintenance DUPLEX 280i AC FLOOR WASHER / CARPET DUPLEX 280i DC CLEANER Translation of original instructions...
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WARNINGS CAREFULLY READ THE INSTRUCTIONS OF THIS BOOKLET BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. See Directive ISO 7000-0434-1691-0790 WARNING: This appliance cannot be used to collect hazardous dusts...
POWER CORD WITH PLUG ........................6 AVOID ANY CONTACT OF THE POWER CORD WITH BRUSHES ............6 OTHER WARNINGS ..........................6 DISTINCTIVE FEATURES AND COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES OF DUPLEX 280i TIPS FOR CLEANING FLOORS CLEANING CARPETS OR RUGS ......................10 CLEANING WOOD PARQUET ........................10 CLEANING ALL TYPES OF FLOORING ....................
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VIBRATION DURING CLEANING ......................28 1.14 WARRANTY 1.15 DISPOSAL AND WASTE SEPARATION DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERIES ....................30 1.16 LITHIUM ION BATTERY (DUPLEX 280i DC) FOREWARD ............................31 PRECAUTIONS ............................. 31 PARKING THE MACHINE WITH BATTERY ....................31 REPLACING OR DISPOSING OF THE BATTERY ..................31 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES ......................
DUPLEX 280i GENERAL WARNINGS POWER CORD WITH PLUG • Check the power cord regularly to see if there is any sign of damage: • If the power cord is damaged, replace it before using the machine. • Use a cable of the same type used by the Manufacturer, certified according to “ENEC”...
• SMART BRUSHES The unique smart brush system “patented” by DUPLEX allows the machine to reach more easily into corners and along skirting boards of every surface. • EASY-TO-DISASSEMBLE BRUSHES The brushes are inserted with a patented "trigger fitting"...
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In designing the DUPLEX 280i, we aimed to create a perfect machine. Each of its components has been designed to ensure maximum safety and durability, without requiring any maintenance.
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The DUPLEX 280i DC plus Lithium Ion battery weighs only 12 kg. The Duplex 280i can be carried easily given its reduced weight (13 kg max.), allowing anyone to lift it. Moreover, it moves silently on its two small rubber wheels.
Carry out a few tests before starting to wash. Use a non-foaming detergent appropriate to clean carpets or rugs. LITHIUM ION BATTERY DUPLEX 280i DC The lithium ion battery power decreases slightly when brushes face a greater friction cleaning and washing fabric flooring.
DUPLEX 280i CLEANING FLOORING WITH WAX CLEANERS Some floors are well suited to be cleaned and treated at the same time with WAX CLEANERS, such as: • Florentine terracotta tiles • Smooth tiles • Clinker • Marble • Granite •...
DUPLEX 280i SOAKING/WASHING HEAVILY DIRTY FLOORING When you need to scrub flooring that has been dirty for a long time and has every sort of spots and dirt, you are advised to proceed as follows: Fit the supplied grey brushes for medium dirt or the black brushes (option) for heavy dirt;...
DUPLEX 280i TRANSPORT DUPLEX 280i can be carried easily from one room to the other. Tilt it to one side and let it move using the two small rubber wheels (Figure 1.3). Figure...
DUPLEX 280i TECHNICAL FEATURES Built in compliance with EN 30335-2-07-1998-2006/42/EC DUPLEX 280i AC with power cord GENERAL DATA: Lithium ion battery DUPLEX 280i DC 330 – 280 – 165 Dimensions: Length - Width - Height Brush Diameter Brush Width Tank capacity 1.75...
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Universal identification Mod. DUPLEX 280i Power Watt. Power supply: Volt. xxx Frequency: Hz. 50 or 60 Voltage DUPLEX 280i DC Volt. 36 Serial number Serial no. xxxx Month and year of manufacture: Current month and year Self-certification marking: Weight ELECTRIC MOTOR EQUIPPED WITH:...
Couple flexible cable F to lever G making it go through support H. Only for DUPLEX 280i AC Fasten the electrical cable starting from handle D up to the casing making it go through the appropriate seat of support A;...
DUPLEX 280i LOADING THE WASHING LIQUID Tank E which contains the washing liquid can be removed easily and quickly as it is snapped into place on the chromed rod of the handle. Filling of the tank can be performed as follows:...
The knob which adjusts the recovery tank position must always be activated with the machine at a standstill. Figure MACHINE START-UP DUPLEX 280i AC: Plug the cable into an earthed socket. Remove the support tripod before starting up the machine (Fig. 1.7).
WARNING Carefully read information regarding the Lithium Ion battery on paragraph “1.16 LITHIUM ION BATTERY (DUPLEX 280i DC)” The battery can be charged when it is out or into its housing on the machine. Insert the Battery charger plug into the charger socket (X).
DUPLEX 280i BATTERY CHARGER The lithium ion battery requires a special battery charger supplied with the machine. The charge lasts about four hours. When the charge is complete you do not need to remove the battery from the battery charger as it can be left either inserted into the battery or into the power socket without time limits or problems.
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Reversing the handle from right to left and vice versa, allows DUPLEX machines to work in both directions and reach the opposite ends of every room, without requiring the machine to be moved from its position (Figure 1.10).
DUPLEX 280i 1.10 HOW TO WASH FLOORS Stage 1 From the starting position, move forward towards the corner as indicated in the figure. When you have reached the corner, move back with the machine and keep cleaning the lane until you reach your starting position.
DUPLEX 280i 1.11 Cleaning and maintenance of the brushes The DUPLEX 280i allows brushes to be removed and replaced in just a few seconds by means of its unique and patented “Trigger fitting“ (Figere 1.14). Figure 1.14 This way, you can insert quickly the brushes most suited to the type of cleaning required:...
DUPLEX 280i BRUSH MAINTENANCE: Brushes require little routine maintenance. The high rotation speed during cleaning manages to centrifugate dirt and keep them clean and efficient at all times. However, check their state, and if necessary, proceed as follows: Remove the brushes from the machine;...
1.12 CLEANING THE MACHINE All mechanical and electrical parts of Duplex 280i machines are sealed and enclosed in a light alloy casing and do not require maintenance. The casing is closed by a robust cover with a rubber gasket and fastened with six screws. The cover prevents dust, water, dirt or the like from entering.
DUPLEX 280i 1.13 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS WET STRIPES ON THE SIDES • Excessive liquid dispensed • “1.10 HOW TO Irregular paths are covered failing to follow the instructions on paragraph WASH FLOORS” - page • Recovery tank raised (1) turn the knob to “0” (Figure “1.6”...
DUPLEX 280i DUPLEX 280i AC • Power cord faulty or plug not correctly inserted into the socket. • Power cord tripped. • Voltage too low. • Start-up capacitor tripped or in short circuit. Battery DUPLEX 280i DC • Battery fuse tripped. Remove the fuse cap on the battery and replace with an identical one of 15 Amp.
DUPLEX 280i 1.14 WARRANTY DUPLEX 280i AC with power cord Lithium ion battery DUPLEX 280i DC The commercial warranty issued by the seller has a validity of “12 months” Warranty acknowledgement can be achieved showing a photocopy of the receipt or invoice along with the machine serial number.
Disposal of lithium ion batteries The DUPLEX 280i DC is equipped with a lithium ion battery inserted in an appropriate fireproof plastic enclosure, hermetically closed and easy to remove from the machine by simply unscrewing a knob manually.
They require to be disposed of according to severe and precise methods. Our choice to use lithium ion batteries to supply the DUPLEX 280i DC is a major step forward, bearing in mind the future as we are among the first to use a type of long-range technology, able to activate the first floor cleaner worldwide.
DUPLEX 280i IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES Use the supplied lithium ion battery only on the DUPLEX 280i DC. Do not expose to direct sunlight. Keep away from heat sources: radiators, heaters, stoves, mantelpieces, etc. Recharge using the appropriate battery charger for the supplied lithium battery.
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European Mark of conformity Made in Italy DUPLEX INTERNATIONAL Srl 50058 SIGNA - FIRENZE - Italy - Via Gobetti 19, 21, 23 Tel +39 055 876437 - Fax +39 055 875229 www.duplexitaly.com - infoduplex@duplexitaly.com...
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