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General FCS18 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Safety, Operation & Service Information
RIP-R-STRIPPER Self-Propelled Floor Covering Stripper
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Do not discard this manual.
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Keep manual readily available for reference during operation or when servicing product.
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Before operation, read and comprehend operator manual content.
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Customer Service: 001 507 451 5510
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Customer Service Telefax: 001 507 451 5511
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Internet Address: http://www.generalequip.com
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Email: general@generalequip.com
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Mailing Address:
General Equipment Company, 620 Alexander Dr. S.W., P.O. Box 334, Owatonna, MN 55060, USA
Copyright 2019, General Equipment Company, All rights reserved.
FCS18
GOM19061901US, Version 1.0, Original Instructions
Note: There is no charge for Customer Service.

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  • Page 1 Note: There is no charge for Customer Service. • Internet Address: http://www.generalequip.com • Email: general@generalequip.com • Mailing Address: General Equipment Company, 620 Alexander Dr. S.W., P.O. Box 334, Owatonna, MN 55060, USA Copyright 2019, General Equipment Company, All rights reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Specifications and design are subject to change without notice or obligation. All provide owner(s) and/or operator(s) with the finest equipment available specifications are general in nature and are not intended for specific application for its intended job function of removing covering materials from concrete purposes.
  • Page 3 FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 OPERATOR INSTRUCTIONAL DATA SHEET The following undersigned operators of RIP-R-STRIPPER described and/or pertaining to this Operator Manual have received formal safety and operational information/instruction from undersigned owner(s)/instructor(s) in accordance to OSHA 29 CFR 1926.21 (b)(2) and/or applicable updated revisions pertaining to,...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Because of this continuous commitment for excellence, many products minor or moderate injury. bearing the General name actually set the standard by which competitive products are judged. The following safety alert symbols identify important safety messages in this manual.
  • Page 5 FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 BEFORE OPERATING Maintain proper body weight. Eliminate/reduce use of tobacco. Smoking reduces oxygen supply and nutrients to discs cushioning vertebrae. BEFORE operating RIP-R-STRIPPER, read this manual to familiarize Develop a consistent exercise routine.
  • Page 6 FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 To roll machine, rock unit back onto transport wheels. FIGURE 1 FIGURE 4 FIGURE 1 NOTE: This location may not always be the exact center of gravity for the Two people are required to lift the machine. Using proper lifting machine.
  • Page 7 FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 DETERMINATION OF POTENTIAL SUBSURFACE HAZARDS IN any objects protruding from work surface). Such contact can result in PROPOSED FLOORING REMOVAL LOCATION(S) rapid and jerky movement of machine and/or loss of machine control.

  • Page 8: Machine Specifications

    1 each, 10 inch wide straight blade, part # FCS18-2000 1 each, 11 inch wide straight blade, part # FCS18-2100 1 each, Final inspection form ACCESSORIES NOTE: All blades are for use in general purpose projects on cement surfaces only unless otherwise designated. FIGURE 5 English-EN...

  • Page 9: Machine Set-Up

    FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 Fully seat the end of the operator handle assembly in the handle receiver Part # Description Weight (in lbs) of the base unit with emergency stop button and forward motion speed control dial facing upward.
  • Page 10 FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 Once operator handle is in position, re-insert both screws and tighten until INSTALLING & REMOVING ACCESSORY BLADES handle is firmly secured in place. Tools required: WARNING • 1 each, 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) T-handled Allen wrench provided with machine.

  • Page 11: Application Theory & Techniques

    FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 CAUTION • DO NOT substitute different fastener for factory supplied cap screw. • Cap screw head configuration was selected for operational considerations during flooring removal. • Use of other fastener types will reduce operational performance of machine and can result in property damage and/or personal injury.
  • Page 12 Straight Beveled Cutting Edge Blade Blades remove a wide variety of VCT and linoleum tiles along with general material removal from concrete surfaces. Beveled edge faces up for cement surfaces.

  • Page 13: Operating Instructions

    FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate RIP-R-STRIPPER until each operator completely comprehends contents of this manual. CAUTION • If RIP-R-STRIPPER and/or an individual component/ accessory does not appear to function properly, STOP...
  • Page 14 FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 WARNING • Keep extension cord free and clear of machine and blade. • In event extension cord becomes entangled about RIP-R- STRIPPER and/or operator turn machine OFF immediately. • Determine extension cord is in proper condition to continue operation.
  • Page 15 FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 FIGURE 24 FIGURE 26 NOTE: Motor will not restart if power is lost then comes back on. If this occurs, repeat starting sequence STEPS 14 through 16. DANGER • DO NOT modify, bypass or disable RIP-R-STRIPPER emergency stop button, main power and/or blade ON/OFF switches.

  • Page 16: Maintenance Instructions

    FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 WARNING • Stop RIP-R-STRIPPER when moving from one major section of work surface to another. • DO NOT choose to save time (time required to restart machine), money (if RIP-R-STRIPPER is being rented) or gain added convenience by electing to keep machine running between major sections.

  • Page 17: Service/Repair Instructions

    FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 DANGER WARNING • • Use safety type solvent. Disconnect RIP-R-STRIPPER extension cords from power • source and machine before performing any service work Provide adequate ventilation. • or repair. DO NOT smoke while using cleaning solvents.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 UNEVEN FLOOR COVERING MATERIAL REMOVAL Possible Cause Correction WARNING Blade beveled edge orientation Change orientation. Refer to • Exercise extreme caution sharpening accessory tools. incorrect for type work surface. ACCESSORY BLADE TYPES &...

  • Page 19: Replacement Parts

    FCS18 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19061901US, VERSION 1.0 English-EN...
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