Congratulations on your choice! Thank you for having chosen to purchase a product by FIORENTINI S.p.A., a world-leading manufacturer and distributor of industrial cleaning machines. Our long-standing experience and acquired know-how are the best guarantee of the technical quality of your purchase; all our products are built from top quality materials to ensure maximum reliability, sturdiness and functionality and to meet the requirements of even the most demanding customers.
The purchaser is responsible for making this manual available to all users. If this manual is lost, a duplicate should be obtained from FIORENTINI. FIORENTINI S.p.a. will not be held responsible for any damages to persons and/or property resulting from failure to comply with the instructions in this manual.
WARRANTY APPLICATION TERMS Defective components must be returned to FIORENTINI in order to establish the causes of any observed defects and determine warranty applicability. Repairing and replacement under the warranty will be carried out on FIORENTINI’s premises, by subcontractors or on the customer's premises. For work carried out on site, the customer will have to provide power sources, special equipment and auxiliary personnel and cover FIORENTINI personnel's travelling and accommodation expenses and meals.
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MACHINE CHARACTERISTICS AND TECHNICAL DATA ECOMINI Rev. 000 18/09/2017 6/37...
2.2. DESCRIPTION AND COMPONENTS The scrubber machine ECOMINI 430 has been designed to clean flat surfaces by means of washing followed by washing water drying. The system is mains-powered via a 10 metres' long cable with a German power plug or a 4 12V x 18Ah battery pack, powering all the machine parts and electrical controls.
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Adjustable angle handle In consideration of recent EU concerns regarding product safety, FIORENTINI designed and built this machine in compliance with the safety and health requirements provided by applicable Directives. The high quality of the materials used, the applied advanced technology and FIORENTINI’s long-standing experience are a guarantee of the performance and reliability of this machine.
Noise level 66 dB The above-mentioned specifications are not binding on the manufacturer and may therefore be changed without notice. FIORENTINI can be contacted at any time for further information (point 6.1.). UNIT OF MEASURE CONVERSION TABLE 1 inch = 1” = 25.4 mm...
The informative labels provided on the machine should be carefully read and should not be covered for any reason. FIORENTINI shall not be liable in any case for any of the above not recommended uses of the machine (instances of misuse).
The personnel in charge of operating the machine should be specifically trained, particularly in regard to safety issues; machine operators must have read and become familiar with this manual. FIORENTINI declines all responsibility for accidents involving persons or property caused by not adequately skilled, unauthorised operators using the machine.
SAFETY ECOMINI 3.6. SAFETY SYSTEMS The machine is equipped with the following safety systems: Battery plug: the battery-operated version of the machine has a plug on the rear; if pulled out, all machine functions will immediately stop. It is therefore important to become familiar with this system operation because, in case of danger, the operator must pull the plug immediately.
3.7. RESIDUAL DANGERS Ever since the design phase, FIORENTINI has analysed all the possible dangers related to machine use in order to eliminate or at the very least minimise the risk of injuries for machine operators. In order to minimise the risk associated with residual dangers, danger signs and indications of accident-prevention systems and procedures have been provided for machine operators.
SAFETY ECOMINI 3.8. SAFETY SIGNALS The safety signs include signs indicating: Danger signs triangular with black DANGERS pictograms on yellow background Prohibition signs round with black PROHIBITIONS pictograms on white background and a red stripe This sign warns that it is forbidden to remove safety guards from What is it? around moving parts.
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SAFETY ECOMINI What is it? This sign indicates a general danger Be extremely careful during battery charging or tank filling and do not What to do? place any body parts below the lifted tank. What is it? Explosion risk during battery charging due to the released hydrogen. During battery charging, ensure that the machine is under a suction What to do? hood or in a ventilated area and keep it away from heat sources and...
START-UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ECOMINI START-UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 4.1. TRANSPORT AND HANDLING The machine is delivered to the purchaser fully assembled and contained in a special package, the characteristics of which are shown in figure 4.1. A black arrow on the package indicates the centre of gravity. Truck or pallet truck forks must be inserted so as to ensure that the black arrow is centred between the forks.
START-UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ECOMINI The harness straps used must be suitable for the load to lift. All handling operations should be carried out at very slow speed to prevent load swinging and loss of stability. Any operation performed incorrectly may damage the machine and expose operators to dangers.
START-UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ECOMINI 4.5.1 BATTERY INSTALLATION (Battery powered version) Follow these instructions for battery installation: Remove the key from the control panel to prevent an unwanted machine power-on; Undo the side fixings and remove the top tank from the machine (detail 1 fig. 4.4); ...
START-UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ECOMINI 4.6. CONTROL AND MONITORING DEVICES 4.6.1 CONTROL PANEL The control panel consists of a number of switches used to activate/deactivate all machine functions. Each switch is associated with a pictogram uniquely representing the switch function. ...
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START-UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ECOMINI N° DESCRIPTION FUNCTION Up/down squeegee Press the button to the left to lower the squeegee. Press it to the right to lift it switch Press the button to the left to action the suction function. Press it to the right Suction switch to stop it.
START-UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ECOMINI Below are the symbols on the control panel with a short description of the corresponding function: Machine start (electrically Key switch (battery-powered version) powered version) Battery charge state Suction on/off indicator (battery-powered version) Squeegee rotation Squeegee up/down 4.6.2 CONTROL LEVERS...
If these products cannot be procured, try adding 50cc of common wine vinegar to the recovery tank before starting the cleaning cycle. Make sure that the detergent used is suitable for the surface to clean. Fiorentini S.p.A. will not accept any responsibility for damages caused by too aggressive detergents.
START-UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ECOMINI To adjust the handle angle: Actuate the lever on the machine handle (detail 2 fig. 4.9); Move the handle to your required angle then release the lever. FIGURE N. 4.11 4.7.4 SQUEEGEE ADJUSTMENT To guarantee efficient drying, it is essential for the squeegee to be perfectly adjusted.
START-UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ECOMINI FIGURE N. 4.13 4.7.6 SOLUTION WATER DRAINING To drain the water from the solution tank, disconnect the hose and open the tap. (See Figure 4.14). FIGURE N° 4.14 For the machine with rotating squeegee, when emptying the solution tank, pay attention to water level as the floater must not intervene otherwise the water pump does not work.
START-UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ECOMINI 4.7.7 a BRUSH REPLACEMENT (STANDARD VERSION) Proceed as follows to replace the brush: Remove the key from the control panel to prevent unwanted starts (battery-operated version) or unplug the machine from the mains power outlet (electrically operated version); ...
START-UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ECOMINI 4.7.7 b BRUSH REPLACEMENT (MACHINE WITH ROTATING SQUEEGEE) Proceed as follows to replace the brush: Remove the key from the control panel to prevent unwanted starts Empty both tanks to reduce the machine weight as much as possible; ...
START-UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ECOMINI 4.7.8 BRUSH ADJUSTMENT To adjust the brush (only version without rotation) proceed as follows: remove the key from the control board to prevent accidental ignition; prepare the necessary tools; anti-clockwise rotate the eccentric bushings; ...
START-UP AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ECOMINI 4.7.9 SQUEEGEE BLADES REPLACEMENT The squeegee blades (figure 4.8) must be replaced when the edges become worn; the blade edges must be sharp to ensure perfect drying. To replace the squeegee proceed as follows: Remove the key from the control panel to prevent unwanted starts (battery-operated version) or unplug the machine from the mains power outlet (electrically operated version);...
Trained personnel only may service the machine and in particular, its electric and electromechanical parts. Specific tools and equipment should be used according to the type of service. For servicing and spare part requirements exclusively contact Fiorentini S.p.A. (point 6.1. / 6.2.). OPERATION...
MAINTENANCE ECOMINI 5.2.1 HYDROMETRY The battery charge state should be checked while the batteries are charging by using a hydrometer. Proceed as follows: By using a syringe hydrometer draw a small quantity of electrolyte to cause the float to rise to the surface;...
MAINTENANCE ECOMINI 5.2.6 BATTERY DISPOSAL Batteries are classified as "toxic and hazardous" waste. For disposal purposes, they should be committed to specialised, specifically authorised companies whose qualifications must be ascertained by the battery owners. Temporary battery storage before collection by a specialised disposal company must be in line with the following legal requirements: ...
Any service on the wiring system should be carried out by a skilled technician. Any maintenance or repair not described as routine maintenance should be carried out by specialised personnel authorised by FIORENTINI. Rev. 000 18/09/2017...
5.5 SUMMARY TABLE OF THE RECOMMENDED CHECKS FREQUENCY REQUIRED TECHNICIAN INSPECTIONS Safety devices 2 years Skilled technician Electrical wiring system 2 years FIORENTINI technician Braking system 3 months Skilled technician Complete overhauling 5 years FIORENTINI technician MAINTENANCE Recovery tank cleaning...
CLAIM REPORT Fiorentini S.p.A., wishing to meet its customer requirements in the most effective manner and to constantly improve its products on the basis of valuable feedback obtained from customers themselves, has prepared a claim form to report any defects observed during use of its floor scrubber.
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Wiring system failure Motor/Engine failure Missing component Excessively noisy operation Water leak Other Customer remarks: Please write below your comments and suggestions regarding the products and services supplied by Ing. O. Fiorentini S.r.l. Rev. 000 18/09/2017 36/37...
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Nr. de série Data di spedizione Date of shipment _____________________ Date d'expédition Distributed by: ING. O. FIORENTINI S.p.A. ” “ HE BEST IN FLOOR MACHINES BRANCH OFFICES: 20132 MILAN – Fax. +39 02/2592779 Via Palmanova 211/a – Tel. + 39 02/27207783 - 2564810 00012 Guidonia Montecelio (ROME) –...
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