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(708) 867-5100 FAX (708) 867-6968 www.tornadovac.com Tornado Operation and Maintenance Manual For Commercial Use Only Long-Range Floorkeeper Automatic Scrubber Catalog No. 99328 & 99332 For Parts List see L9332EDP Effective 11/7/2005 2006 Tornado Form No. L9332ED Revised 11/05 Industries All rights reserved.
This illustrated instruction book covers: MODEL 99328 99332 SIZE 28" 32” VOLTS (CHARGER) AMPS CAPACITY 20 GAL. (79l) 20 GAL (79l) SERIES All specifications are subject to change without notice. TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY INTRODUCTION UNIT CONTROLS AND INDICATORS INSTALLATION BATTERY SQUEEGEE RECOVERY TANK DRAIN...
All non-wear item parts purchased after warranty expiration are warranted for 90 days. Warranty starts from the date of sale to the consumer or, at Tornado’s discretion, 6 months after dealer purchased the unit from Tornado, whichever comes first.
This manual is designed to instruct your personnel in the operation, maintenance and methods of troubleshooting on your Tornado Long-Range Floorkeeper. Please read through this manual and keep it handy to ensure that you get maximum satisfaction and value from this new advance in floor care.
Unit Controls and Indicators Control Panel 1. Vacuum Motor Switch 2. Variable Speed Control Knob 3. LCD Display 4. Display Mode Button 5. Brush Position Switch Rear Controls 6. Adjustable Solution Control 7. Dual Drive Levers 8. Dual Reverse Buttons 9.
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Unit Controls and Indicators Display Screens Use the Display Mode Button (to the right of the display) to toggle between three unique screens. Each screen displays a different set of icons and numerical readouts to give you useful information about your Long-Range Floorkeeper’s operating status. For particulars on diagnostic fault code information, see page 24.
INSTALLATION Batteries Raise top cover using handle, and pivot forward until retainer cords are taut. CAUTION Batteries are heavy. To avoid injury, use two people to lift into position. Place batteries in metal tray liner. Orient each battery exactly as shown in bottom photo, or refer to chart located under the hood.
INSTALLATION Squeegee Make sure squeegee adjustment lever is locked in UP position. Squeegee can be locked in UP position by raising lever and moving it to the left. Loosen the two starwheel knobs on the squeegee assembly. Make sure the black metal bracket on the squeegee assembly is aimed forward, toward the concave side of the squeegee.
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INSTALLATION Squeegee Push the squeegee as far forward as it can go. Tighten the starwheels to secure the squeegee in place. Insert the hose end over the squeegee assembly nozzle throat. Press down tightly. Refer to the Maintenance section to properly adjust the squeegee position for best wiping performance.
INSTALLATION Recovery Tank Drain Install the drain door on its mounting hardware. Make sure the starwheels are tight. Hang the top of the hose on the hose bracket. Brushes 1. Raise the brush heads using the switch on the control panel. 2.
PRE START-UP Turn key and power switch on and lower brushes to test. Brush motors will automatically turn on when brushes are lowered. Filling Solution Tank 1. Raise top cover. 2. Always empty recovery tank before filling solution tank. This will eliminate overfilling of recovery tank.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM Introduction This section is designed to instruct your personnel in methods of maintenance on the Tornado Long-Range Floorkeeper. By following these procedures, repair costs and down time will be greatly reduced. These procedures are for simple repairs that can easily be done by your own personnel.
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MAINTENANCE CAUTION Do not overfill the battery cells. Do not use a hose or pail. If batteries are accidentally overfilled, remove excess water with a hydrometer or similar device. Dispose of excess in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. 3.
MAINTENANCE The battery charger requires minimal maintenance. It should be kept clean and all connections are to be tightly secured. In the event of intermittent operation, examine and tighten, if necessary, all connections. BE SURE THE CHASSIS IS SECURELY GROUNDED. If problems cannot be resolved consult a qualified service center.
MAINTENANCE Squeegee Blades Whenever the squeegee leaves streaks or water trails, debris at the blade edges is the primary cause. Clean the blade edges with a damp cloth. If a squeegee blade is worn or nicked, raise the squeegee assembly and remove the entire assembly: disconnect the vacuum hose, loosen both star handles, and slide the squeegee assembly out.
MAINTENANCE Squeegee Adjustment Before resuming operation, check the squeegee blades for proper engagement to the floor. First, lower the squeegee and push or drive the machine forward several inches, then look at the consistency of the rear blade flex all along its length as it rests on the floor. If the rear blade does not appear evenly loaded, readjust the squeegee assembly using the directions below.
MAINTENANCE Vacuum and Water Recovery System NOTE: A dirty or clogged filter will greatly reduce suction and the ability of the machine to recover water. Inspect the vacuum filter after each use as follows: 1. Disconnect hose. 2. Turn the two cam-shaped thumb locks. 3.
MAINTENANCE Draining Solution Tank: 1. Locate drain hose at front of unit and position over acceptable floor drain or container. 2.Turn valve handle to open drain valve. 3.Return valve handle to closed position. Tuck drain hose back on machine. Flush and clean tanks after each use and allow to air dry to eliminate odors and corrosion of vacuum motor.
Use the appropriate hour meter on the LCD Display to monitor runtimes for each motor. Tornado recommends changing motor brushes at the intervals specified below in order to avoid potential damage to the commutators. Replacement brushes need to be inspected and changed more often due to commutator wear.
TORNADO LONG-RANGE FLOORKEEPER® TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS This section is designed to instruct your personnel in methods of troubleshooting on the Tornado Long-Range Floorkeeper. Vacuum System (Poor Suction) During machine operation, if the vacuum motor is running but the solution is not being picked...
TROUBLESHOOTING 6. Remove vacuum hose from squeegee by pulling hose off squeegee throat. 7. With the vacuum motor on, place your hand over the vacuum hose intake. If suction is strong, a blockage is in the squeegee throat. Clear this blockage by pushing a screwdriver, or any similar tool, downward through the top of the squeegee throat.
TROUBLESHOOTING Electrical Problems If brush motors do not run, check the following: 1. Emergency Stop is pulled out. 2. Key Switch is in ON position. 4. Brushes are in down position. 9. Check the circuit breaker button in the back lower panel of the machine. 6.
4. Keep battery tops clean and dry. 5. Keep water level 1/4” above cell plates. 6. Keep metal and excessive heat away from batteries. 7. Use TORNADO charger with correct voltage and current rating. TROUBLESHOOTING PERFORMANCE SYMPTOMS Poor Solution Pickup —...
Error codes displayed in the LCD Display indicate that the Electronic Control System may be detecting problems with electrical connections, worn parts, power system controls, or batteries. Be sure to write down the error code before calling your Authorized Tornado Distributor, Service Center, or the Tornado Technical Service Department.
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1E04 2102 Possible Controller fault Replace Controller if not cleared by disconnecting batteries for 1 min 2103 2C00 Low voltage warning Recharge batteries immediately 2C01 2C02 Dependent on programming Recharge batteries immediately 2D01 Possible Controller fault Replace Controller if not cleared by disconnecting batteries for 1 min 2F01 Throttle in drive position during Incorrect operation of machine.
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9000 Dependent on programming Brushes not fitted or incorrectly adjusted brush deck actuator Any other error code is an internal error and cannot be rectified externally. Contact your Authorized Tornado Distributor, Service Center, or the Tornado Technical Service Department.
MODEL 99328 and 99332 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST START OF OPERATION DAILY MAINTENANCE 1. Unplug charger from Floorkeeper circuitry. 2. Close the solution tank dispenser drain and attach the drain plate to the recovery tank. 3. Assemble and install the vac filter and float cage on the recovery tank. 4.
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