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Do not discard this manual. Before operation, read and comprehend its contents. Keep it readily available for reference during operation or when performing any service related function. For replacement part information, see Bon Form # PL24515. Internet address: www.bontool.com E-Mail: sales@bontool.com...
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 DISCLAIMER. TRANSPORTING THE BON FLOOR STRIPPER. ADJUSTING THE OPERATOR HANDLE HEIGHT. STARTING THE BON FLOOR STRIPPER ON THE JOB SITE. OPERATING THE BON FLOOR STRIPPER ON THE JOB SITE. STOPPING THE BON FLOOR STRIPPER ON THE JOB SITE.
Do not allow anyone to operate the Bon Floor Stripper without first reading this Operator Manual and becoming familiar with its operation. The manufacturer of the Bon Floor Stripper has gone to great extremes to provide the owner(s) and/or operator(s) with the finest equipment available for its intended job function of removing covering materials from concrete and wood floor surfaces.
Specifications and design are subject to change without notice or obligation. All specifications are general in nature and are not intended for specific application purposes. Bon Tool Co reserves the right to make changes in design, engineering or specifications and to add improvements or discontinue manufacture at any time without notice or obligation.
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APPLICATION. 5) FORMALIZED MAINTENANCE PROGRAM FOR THE BON FLOOR STRIPPER TO BE DEVISED BY THE OWNER OF THE BON FLOOR STRIPPER IN ACCORDANCE WITH, BUT NOT NECES- SARILY LIMITED TO, THE SPECIFICATIONS, GUIDELINES AND OPERATIONAL INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THE APPLICABLE OPERATOR MANUAL.
T H E D U S T S / B Y P R O D U C T S F R O M T H E C O V E R I N G R E M O VA L P R O C E S S 3) Determine that the Bon Floor Stripper is in its origi- ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OF...
Noise, generated by the operation of the Bon Floor 3) The Bon Floor Stripper is designed for use by one Stripper and the actual process itself, can damage operator. Use of the Bon Floor Stripper by more than your hearing.
7) Stop the motor while moving and/or repositioning 5) Maintain all safety and operation decals in proper the Bon Floor Stripper on the job site. Allowing the condition. If any decal becomes damaged and/or motor to remain operating substantially increases the unreadable, replace with a genuine, factory approved, potential for property damage and/or personal injury.
Remove the corrugated carton which is fastened to the pallet. The Bon Floor Stripper is secured to the 2) To place the operator handle in the work position, pallet with banding. Using the pliers, cut and remove move the handle upright so that the ball-detent pins the banding.
THEORY OF OPERATION. INSTALLING THE ADJUSTABLE SECTION OF THE OPERATOR HANDLE WITH THE The Bon Floor Stripper is designed to operate on the HANDLE GRIPS FACING FORWARD (AWAY) principle of various blades and/or attachments oscillat- FROM THE OPERATOR WILL NOT ALLOW...
3) Adequate force exerted against the Bon Floor Stripper by the operator that pushes the blade or accessory attachment against the covering material to deliver acceptable productivity rates. 4) Since no two covering materials are exactly alike, no two covering materials can be removed by the exact same method.
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Angled mastic removal blade. This blade configuration is utilized to remove a wide variety of adhesives, mastics and material residues from concrete surfaces. The steep angle increases the cutting edge position relative to the floor surface. The angle increase allows the blade to better penetrate the material and then shear and scrape it from the floor surface.
C A N R E S U LT I N P R O P E R T Y D A M A G E AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY. 1) Properly disconnect the extension cord or the Bon Floor Stripper from the power source.
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Bon Floor Stripper. Exercise extreme 4) Tilt the Bon Floor Stripper back until the operator caution when removing and/or reinstalling the handle comes in contact with the surface. The Bon protective cover.
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Allen wrench to tighten the button head cap screws. cap screws with the T-handled Allen wrench FIGURE 13. If the Bon Floor Stripper is to be utilized provided. Do not utilize another wrench type immediately, remove the protective cover from the and/or configuration.
I N S TA L L E D TO M I N I M I Z E T H E P O T E N T I A L FOR BLADE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY. 8) Return the Bon Floor Stripper to its normal operat- ing position. 9) Determine that the ON/OFF switch located on the operator handle is in the OFF position.
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FIGURE 16 tight to minimize becoming lost. 4) Tilt the Bon Floor Stripper back until the operator 6) The removal of the ceramic tile ripper attachment handle comes in contact with the surface. The Bon is similar to that of a blade with the exception that the Floor Stripper may not be in a stable position in this fence plate is reinstalled to the exciter plate.
FOR BLADE DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL Stripper components meet minimum acceptable INJURY. operational standards BEFORE utilization: 7) Return the Bon Floor Stripper to its normal operat- 1) Operator handle be properly mounted to the main frame, with factory supplied ball-detent type retaining ing position.
P E R S O N N E L I N P R O P E R AGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY. PHYSICAL/MENTAL CONDITION. 1) The Bon Floor Stripper can be hoisted by a mechanical device incorporating a chain and suitable attachment device to the lifting bail area located behind the electric motor.
FIGURE 19 productivity and reduce operator fatigue. 2) To minimize the possibility of damage to the Bon 1) Loosen the handle knobs located at the rear of the Floor Stripper, always transport in its normal, upright handle.
DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY. STARTING THE BON FLOOR STRIPPER ON THE JOB SITE. 1) Position the Bon Floor Stripper on a flat and level surface of firm foundation. 2) Install a blade or the ceramic tile ripper attachment per the procedures as outlined in this manual.
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Extension cord gauge size and length must conform FIGURE 22 to National Electric Code standards. 11) The Bon Floor Stripper is not equipped with a centrifugal clutch assembly. The electric motor is directly coupled to the exciter plate. The exciter plate will begin to move when the electric motor starts.
LOOSES POWER AND THEN BECOMES RE- ENERGIZED. 13) If the Bon Floor Stripper is equipped with a magnetic start (push button) type ON/OFF switch, the motor will not restart if the power source looses power...
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Exceeding this figure can result in permanent OF MACHINE CONTROL, PROPERTY DAM- structural damage to the Bon Floor Stripper. The AGE A N D / O R P E R S O N A L I N J U R Y. T H I S...
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Bon Floor Stripper . Use of the Bon Floor Stripper will require constant trial and error testing until satisfactory results FIGURE 28 are achieved.
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INJURY. vacuum system to remove/control dust and other particle contamination from the work surface. 8) Normal usage of the Bon Floor Stripper will allow the build-up and accumulation of work surface materials on the surfaces. It is highly recommended that both the interior and exterior surfaces be properly cleaned after the completion of each use.
Bon Floor Stripper FIGURE 29 and electric power source whenever the Bon Floor Stripper is not in use on the job site. 4430 Gibsonia Rd. • Gibsonia, PA 15044 • USA • www.bontool.com...
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TURN THE ELECTRIC MOTOR ON/OFF SWITCH TO T H E O F F P O S I T I O N . FA I L U R E T O PROPERLY STOP THE Bon Floor Stripper IN THIS OPERATING CON- FIGURATION CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY.
(TEFC) design. Keep the fan fins clear of material accumulations to enhance air The normal operation of the Bon Floor Stripper flow over the motor exterior for cooling purposes. produces extreme dirt and dust, along with levels of random vibration.
To lubricate the Back Saver™ Blade Control 10) The Bon Floor Stripper utilizes antivibration System jackscrew. Keep the jackscrew properly handle grips on the operator handle to enhance lubricated with grease to minimize friction when oper- control and help dampen the forces experienced ating the blade control lever.
B L A D E O R C E R A M I C T I L E R I P P E R nance. Before attempting to service the motor, discon- ATTACHMENT IN THE BON FLOOR nect the Bon Floor Stripper from the power supply. STRIPPER. Clean the motor surfaces periodically, preferably with a vacuum cleaner.
Replace cap screw. Check caster wheel bearing for wear. Replace as necessary. 6) Store the Bon Floor Stripper inside. If the Bon Floor Stripper must be stored outside, protect it with a Damaged elastomeric rubber mount(s). Replace suitable covering.
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ELECTRIC MOTOR 3/4 hp, 1725 RPM, 10.3 full loaded amperes @ 115 VAC, 60 Hz, thermally protected. The electric motor requires a clean (no other electric products on the same circuit) 15 ampere capacity circuit to properly function. The motor can be wired to also operate from a 230 VAC, 60 Hz, power source.
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