Contact Amano Pioneer Eclipse Customer Service at 1-800-367-3550 or 1-336-372-8080 or an authorized Amano Pioneer Eclipse Distributor to inquire about training or to request a replacement manual.
Page 4
DANGER! For your safety, if you smell DANGER! Do not store or use gasoline or propane: other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. 1. Extinguish any open flame. 2. Open window. 3. Do not touch electrical switches. 4.
Contents Air Filter Inspection and Replacement....17 Quick Reference Specifications.........1 Inspect Fuel Hose and Connections.....17 Safety Precautions............2 Engine Dust Filter..........18 Refueling and Storage of Fuel Cylinders......4 Check and adjust valve clearance/Retorque Heads..........18 Canadian Safety Requirements..........4 Clean and lap valve-seating surface....18 Operator Responsibility............5 Head Bolt Maintenance........18 Test for Operator-Ear Sound Pressure Level.......5 Cooling Fin Maintenance........18...
Safety Precautions shields. DO NOT operate the machine if the machine has loose parts. Anyone operating the machine should read the following carefully and be informed of potentially DANGER! Federal law and California State law prohibits dangerous operating conditions. Operators should be the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) the removal familiar with the location and use of all safety devices or rendering inoperative by any person other than for...
Page 8
Disconnect battery connections brushes and/or the deck. before servicing machine. Use only replacement parts supplied by Amano Pioneer Eclipse or an Amano Pioneer WARNING! Do not operate machine on a dry floor, as this Eclipse Authorized Distributor or Service Center.
A copy of this publication is available through This machine is designed and manufactured for the National Fire Protection Association (1-800-344-3555) commercial floor stripping only. Amano Pioneer Eclipse or www.NFPA.org. does not recommend use of this machine in any environment other than an indoor environment.
Surface of Hand-Guided Machinery During and after operation, perform the recommended daily and hourly procedures outlined in the Maintenance Amano Pioneer Eclipse measures and rates the vibration Chart. at the machine-hand contact surface of hand-guided machines that are provided with handles in accordance Test for Operator-Ear Sound Pressure Level with European Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC).
Machine Preparation Filling the LP Cylinder Unpacking the Machine This machine uses the 20 lb (9.1 kg) capacity cylinder, which meets the D.O.T. 4E240 standards. These cylinders The machine is shipped boxed on a wooden pallet. To are also listed by UL. In addition, the steel cylinder meets unpack machine: European TPED specifications and is CE compliant.
SafeSense Emissions Monitoring System Engine Ignition Switch SafeSense is an emissions monitoring device that This machine features a key switch ignition. monitors the exhaust emissions and will shut the engine Start: Turn the key all the way clockwise or START to down if the emissions levels are too low or too high.
YELLOW SafeSense ALERT: If light comes on during Hour Meter / Tachometer normal operation, check and clean the engine air filter. Check the carburetor air filter for holes, tears, The hour meter / tachometer records the number of hours or punctures and replace if damaged. If the light still the machine has been powered ON.
Tighten the handle pivot knobs so that the handle Facing the brushes from the front of the machine, can not move. turn the brush on the right counter-clockwise with Note: The floor stripping machine is heavy and may a quick motion and pull the brush towards you. require two people to lift and lower the machine safely.
Transport Cart WARNING! A DAMAGED BRUSH/PAD HOLDER ROTATING AT HIGH SPEEDS MAY BE AN EXTREME HAZARD IF IT SHOULD DISINTEGRATE. Locate the transport arm located on the front of the deck. Remove the pull pin and rotate the arm Inspect air filter. Clean or replace if necessary. A to an outward position.
Page 17
CAUTION! Always open service valve slowly to allow pressure to equalize in hoses. Opening quickly may Only Use a Vapor Cylinder! cause the flow check valve to engage, limiting fuel flow. TO REMOVE THE SAFE-FILL CYLINDER, reverse procedure. Always connect or change cylinders in a well ventilated area.
Remove the LP cylinder and store properly. Refer Starting the Machine to Refueling and Storage of Fuel Cylinders. Check oil and fuel levels. Check and clean engine dust filter. Idling and Stopping the Machine CAUTION! Never run continuously for more than 1 hour DANGER! Allowing the engine to idle excessively will without cleaning or changing engine dust filter.
Machine Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Propane cylinder is not properly connected. Check connection and open service valve slowly. Battery is weak. Charge battery or replace. Oil level is to low. Check the oil level and add if needed. Place the engine throttle in the idle "slow" position. Insufficient vacuum.
50 hours thereafter. filter seal (A). Start and warm the engine so the oil will drain Install the new filter (Amano Pioneer Eclipse part easily and completely. Push machine to a level # KA490657007) by turning it clockwise.
(Amano Pioneer Eclipse part #KA110137046). damaged, or if the insulator is cracked, replace the plug. Check the intake hose for cracks or damage. Use Only Amano Pioneer Eclipse part # KA920702112. Install filters and replace cover. Do not use any other spark plug! Measure the gap with a wire-type thickness gauge.
Engine Dust Filter Belt Maintenance The engine dust filter should be cleaned each hour Push machine to level surface. and after each use by shaking out the dust and Turn off LP cylinder and remove it. then rinsing with mild detergent. The filter can Place the machine in the Rok-Bak position.
When battery replacement is Remove propane fuel cylinder when not in use necessary, use Amano Pioneer Eclipse part #:MP363200. and store it outside in a storage cage in accordance with NFPA Handbook 58 Push machine to level surface.
Amano warranty Maintenance or repairs and must be provided without Pioneer Eclipse Corporation cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of charge to the owner. Such use will not reduce the warranty receipts or your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled obligations of the manufacturer.
2) Batteries warranted by battery manufacturer for one (1) year. You will need the Engine Serial Number, Machine Serial Number, 3) Valve train warranted by Amano Pioneer Eclipse for one (1) year. and the Machine Model Number. 4) ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY - For the model PE440ST.
Cautions: A. Allow only qualified, trained personnel to operate the machine. B. Use only D.O.T. approved fuel cylinders supplied by Amano Pioneer Eclipse. C. Always store fuel cylinders outside in a proper enclosure. D. Never vent a fuel cylinder inside.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the PE440ST and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers