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Duplex OPC 340, 420, 620
USER AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE
STANDARD
STEAM
STEAM PLUS
340 / 420 / 620

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  • Page 1 Duplex OPC 340, 420, 620 USER AND MAINTENANCE GUIDE STANDARD STEAM STEAM PLUS 340 / 420 / 620...
  • Page 2 DUPLEX 340 / 420 / 620 FLOOR CLEANER - CARPET CLEANER...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 Table of Contents 1. PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF THE MANUAL SYMBOLS ................. 6 PURPOSE OF THE MANUAL ..........6 CONSERVATION ..............7 UPDATING THE MANUAL ..........7 CONFIDENTIALITY ............7 RECIPIENTS ..............7 2. GENERAL INFORMATION MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION DATA ......8 LIABILITY LIMITATIONS ............
  • Page 4 DUPLEX 340/420/620 5.1 PACKING CONTENTS ............. 27 5.2 ASSEMBLING THE HANDLE ........... 30 5.2.1 ASSEMBLING THE HANDLE - TEKNA MODEL....... 32 5.2.2 DISASSEMBLING THE HANDLE ..........33 6. OPERATION AND USE FILLING THE APPLIANCE WITH THE WASHING LIQUID. 34 STARTING THE APPLIANCE ........... 35 OPERATING PROCEDURE FOR ALL MODELS ....
  • Page 5 DUPLEX 340/420/620 CONVEYORS ..............52 DESCALING (STEAM / STEAM PLUS MODELS) ....53 CLEANING AND REPLACING THE FILTER (STEAM / STEAM PLUS MODELS) ............ 53 POWER CORD ..............54 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE TABLE ........55 DISPOSAL ..............56 7.9.1 DIFFERENTIATION AND SORTING OF THE MATERIALS ..56 8.
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  • Page 7: Purpose And Content Of The Manual

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF THE MANUAL 1. PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF THE MANUAL SYMBOLS To ensure the safety of persons and property, this manual contains special symbols which draw attention to particularly dangerous situations, warnings and important information: HAZARD! Hazard with a risk of injury or even death.

  • Page 8: Conservation

    CONFIDENTIALITY The technical information (text, drawings and illustrations) provided in this manual is property of DUPLEX INTERNATIONAL S.r.l. and must be considered confidential. It is strictly forbidden to disclose, reproduce or translate this document, even partially this document, unless authorised in writing by DUPLEX INTERNATIONAL S.r.l..

  • Page 9: General Information

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION 2. GENERAL INFORMATION MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION DATA DUPLEX INTERNATIONAL Srl Via Gobetti, 19-21-23 50058 SIGNA - FLORENCE ITALY Phone: +39 055 876437 UK 01227 771276 Fax: +39 055 875229 UK 01227 770220 Website: www.duplexitaly.com UK www.duplex-cleaning.com e-mail: infoduplex@duplexitaly.com...

  • Page 10: Identification Plate

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION IDENTIFICATION PLATE A plate 1 bearing the essential identification data required when requesting assistance or spare parts is applied to the appliance. The plate contains the following information: Model Serial number Year of manufacture Weight In addition to plate 1, the Steam and Steam Plus models also have an identification plate 2 that indicates the code and serial number of the steam generator.

  • Page 11: Reference Standards And Conformity

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION REFERENCE STANDARDS AND CONFORMITY The appliance described in this manual complies with the following standards: EN 55014-1:06 + A1:09 + A2:11, EN 55014-2:15, EN 60335-1:12 +A11:14, EN 60335-2-67:09, EN 61000-3-2:14, EN 61000-3-3:13, EN 62233:08 In compliance with the following provisions and Directives: 2014/30/EU (Electromagnetic compatibility) 2006/42/EC(Machinery Directive).

  • Page 12: Declaration Of Conformity

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION 2.4.1 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The EC Declaration of Conformity, provided together with the appliance, is the document with which the Manufacturer certifies, under its own responsibility, that he has complied with the European Directives, Standards and Technical Specifications (specified in the Declaration) necessary for the appliance to be compliant with the essential requirements for sale and use in the European Union.

  • Page 13: Warranty

    DUPLEX UK guarantees this product against any manufacturing or material defects for a period one year from the date of purchase. During this period DUPLEX will grant a free repair or substitution of any defective product at its discretion. The substituted products or the repaired parts will only be guaranteed for the remaining time of warranty or for the following six months, depending on which period lasts more.
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  • Page 15: General Safety Instructions

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This chapter gives the necessary information on how to use the appliance fully complying with the safety regulations in force. CAUTION The manufacturer declines all responsibility for any damage to property and/or persons caused by the failure to comply with the instructions provided in the following Chapter.

  • Page 16: General Requirements

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL REQUIREMENTS CAUTION Read this manual carefully and observe the instructions provided before using, testing and operating the appliance. To avoid hazards to persons or damage to the appliance, follow the instructions and the code of conduct indicated below: •...

  • Page 17: Electrical Hazards

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION For the Steam / Steam Plus models: CAUTION In addition to the instructions already listed, the following precautions must also be followed for the Steam and Steam Plus models. • Never leave the steam generator turned on or in operation if there is no water in the tank.
  • Page 18 DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION • If the power cord becomes caught under the brushes of the appliance: STOP the appliance immediately. Do not for any reason try to release the power cord while the appliance is in operation. If the power cord is damaged, replace it.

  • Page 19: Safety Signs

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION SAFETY SIGNS The appliance is equipped with plates and pictograms that quickly and easily draw attention to things and situations that can cause specific hazards, and in particular: • Prevent dangerous behaviours; • Warn the exposed persons of a risk or hazard;...

  • Page 20: Noise Level

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION NOISE LEVEL The appliance was designed and constructed in such a way to minimise the noise emitted during its normal operation. The weighted sound pressure level generated by the various components of the appliance is <64 dB (A). It was measured at the operator's ear in the work position during a normal work cycle and following the criteria outlined by the regulations in force.

  • Page 21: Technical Characteristics

    4. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Duplex appliance was designed and manufactured to clean floors and carpets. During its design and construction, all necessary measures were taken to produce a high- quality, reliable product, fully compliant with the regulations in force and with particular regard to accident prevention.

  • Page 22: Description Of The Components

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION DESCRIPTION OF THE COMPONENTS Motor Protector 11 Mop Up / Down Handle 12 Transport wheels Detergent/water release lever Steam generator Handle 14 Pump switch Power cord 15 Motor ABS detergent tank 16 Steam generator switch Brush pressure regulator...
  • Page 23 DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION 6 16 13 10 12 15 10 STANDARD STEAM STEAM PLUS Rev.

  • Page 24: Technical Specifications

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION 4.2.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS STANDARD Width Length Height Brush diameter Brush width Tank capacity Recovery tank capacity g/cm Brushes pressure on flooring Theoretical working surface class Degree of protection IP24 Noise level and vibration < 64 rms value of the weighted vibration acceleration rev./'1...
  • Page 25 DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION STEAM min. Steam jet duration rms value of the weighted vibration acceleration rev./'1 Brush round-minute Class Electrical isolation Dry weight Vibration value 0.95 MOTOR Volt Voltage Frequency Hertz 50/60 50/60 Watt Motor power 1000 1000 1000...

  • Page 26: Type Of Detergents

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 GENERAL INFORMATION TYPE OF DETERGENTS HAZARD! Do not use detergents with the Steam and Steam Plus models. The use of detergents will damage the equipment. The Manufacturer will not be held liable for damage caused by the appliance due to the use of unsuitable detergents or non-compliant products.

  • Page 27: Assembling The Appliance

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE 5. ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE For packing and transport purposes, the appliance is delivered disassembled. Check that the packing contents making sure that the appliance's components are all present and in good conditions. WARNING Contact the Customer Service Centre 01227 771276 UK if some components are missing or damaged.

  • Page 28: Packing Contents

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE PACKING CONTENTS Check that the appliance's components inside the packing match those indicated in the table below: TEKNA STEAM STEAM PACKING CONTENTS STANDARD PLUS Dual Handle) Appliance Handle with lever Elbow for handle Certificate of Compliance...
  • Page 29 DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE STANDARD TEKNA (Dual Handle) Rev.
  • Page 30 DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE STEAM STEAM PLUS Rev.

  • Page 31: Assembling The Handle

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE ASSEMBLING THE HANDLE WARNING Use the supplied hex wrench to assemble the handle as follows: To assemble the handle, proceed as follows: Insert the elbow of the handle 1 into the seat of the articulated support 2.
  • Page 32 DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE Adjust the screw 8 of the tensioning regulator 9 located under the lever 10 of the handgrip paying attention to the movement of the feelers 11 that allow the liquid to flow from the tanks.

  • Page 33: Assembling The Handle - Tekna Model

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE 5.2.1 ASSEMBLING THE HANDLE - TEKNA MODEL (DUAL HANDLE) Introduce the elbow 1 into the seat of the support 2 Tighten the two screws 3 using the allen key provided and tighten well Install the second elbow 7 using the fixing screws 8 and 9.

  • Page 34: Disassembling The Handle

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 5.2.2 DISASSEMBLING THE HANDLE HAZARD! Before removing the handle, make sure that the appliance has been disconnected from the mains supply. To disassemble the handle, follow the assembly instructions in the reverse order. Rev.

  • Page 35: Operation And Use

    6. OPERATION AND USE FILLING THE APPLIANCE WITH THE WASHING LIQUID In the Duplex STANDARD model, the washing solution is contained in two tanks that must be filled to the same level in order to keep the appliance balanced. In the Duplex STEAM and STEAM PLUS models, the water used for cleaning is contained in one tank, while the other houses the steam generator to produce the steam.

  • Page 36: Starting The Appliance

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE STARTING THE APPLIANCE Make sure that the handle is in the rest position (perfectly vertical) and that the regulator is in the “Transport” position (REST TRASLATION). Plug the cable into an earthed socket. Place the regulator to one of the four available positions according to the type of cleaning to be carried out.

  • Page 37: Operating Procedure For All Models

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE OPERATING PROCEDURE FOR ALL MODELS Press the main switch on the handle. Grip the handle and press the safety lever. Slowly lower the handle on one of the sides. The appliance will start up and the revolving brushes will start working on the floor.

  • Page 38: How To Wash Floors

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE HOW TO WASH FLOORS 6.4.1 STAGE 1 From the starting position, move forward towards the corner as indicated in the figure. Once you have reached the corner, move backwards with the appliance and keep cleaning the strip until you reach your starting position.

  • Page 39: Foreword: Steam And Steam Plus

    STEAM GENERATOR OPERATION The steam generator that produces the steam (DUPLEX STEAM model) is equipped with self-testing devices capable of blocking operation at any time and under any work circumstance to prevent accidents that could damage people or objects. The steam production system works in continuous mode without a pressurised boiler.

  • Page 40: Using The Steam And Steam Plus Models

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE 6.5.2 USING THE STEAM AND STEAM PLUS MODELS Press the following switches in sequence: Main power switch 1 Steam generator switch 2 Pump switch, after a few minutes 3 The appliance will begin to emit steam continuously.

  • Page 41: Using Abs Detergent Tanks On Steam And Steam Plus Models

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE 6.5.3 USING ABS DETERGENT TANKS ON STEAM AND STEAM PLUS MODELS The Steam and Steam Plus models are equipped with a pair of ABS detergent tanks 6 for cleaning floors with water and a detergent solution.

  • Page 42: Floor Cleaning Tips

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE FLOOR CLEANING TIPS The original DUPLEX brushes are tested and balanced individually with special electronic instruments and guarantee the absence of vibrations that could generate mechanical stress for the appliance and the floors. The brushes can have different colours according to their use characteristics:...

  • Page 43: Cleaning Carpets And Rugs

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE CAUTION The MOP-UP lever must only be moved when the appliance is stopped. Thoroughly clean the appliance and brushes after cleaning extremely dirty floors and before cleaning delicate floors. WARNING This procedure is not recommended for carpets, rugs and wooden floors.

  • Page 44: Polishing Floors Using Liquid Wax

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE After washing, we recommend going over the surface using the brown polishing brushes to give a greater shine to the floor. 6.6.5 POLISHING FLOORS USING LIQUID WAX After having spread a thin layer of liquid wax evenly on the floor, wait until the wax has completely dried.

  • Page 45: Stopping The Appliance

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE STOPPING THE APPLIANCE To stop the appliance: Standard Model: Move the handle to the vertical position and release the safety lever 4 Turn off the main switch located on the handle 1. Move the regulator to the RT position (rest traslation).

  • Page 46: Transport

    Lower the handle from either of the two sides and push the appliance in the required direction. 6.8.1 TRANSPORT TROLLEY The trolley is an optional accessory that makes it easier to transport the DUPLEX appliance, also over floors that have an irregular surface or up and down stairs. F.17 Rev.

  • Page 47: Automatic Motor Protection "Motor Protector

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE AUTOMATIC MOTOR PROTECTION "MOTOR PROTECTOR" The “Motor Protector” is a safety device that stops the appliance in case conditions arise that overload the electric motor (e.g. foreign bodies caught in the brushes that can prevent them from rotating, poor power supply, overheating, etc.).

  • Page 48: Maintenance

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 MAINTENANCE 7. MAINTENANCE We recommend carrying out routine maintenance interventions to keep the appliance in good working order. ELECTRICAL HAZARD! The appliance must be disconnected from the mains power supply before carrying out maintenance, replacing parts or cleaning the appliance.
  • Page 49 DUPLEX 340/420/620 MAINTENANCE To clean the appliance, proceed as follows: Disconnect the power cord plug from the socket. Remove the cover 1. Remove the recovery tank 2. Remove the tanks 3. Wash the tanks and the recovery tank and dry them.

  • Page 50: Cleaning The Drip Channels

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 MAINTENANCE 7.1.1 CLEANING THE DRIP CHANNELS In order to clean the drip channels 6 Unscrew the screw 7 Remove the drip channels 6 from the tanks by gripping them at the centre and pulling them upwards and out from the two side seats (A). Clean the holes in the drip channels using a needle (B).

  • Page 51: Brush Maintenance

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 MAINTENANCE BRUSH MAINTENANCE Brushes require little routine maintenance. The high rotation speed during cleaning manages to centrifugate dirt and keep them clean and efficient at all times. At the end of each use, check the status of the brushes 7 and clean or replace them, if necessary.

  • Page 52: Replacing The Brushes

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 MAINTENANCE 7.2.1 REPLACING THE BRUSHES In case of wearing, warping or simply for replacement of the brushes with brushes more suitable for the type of cleaning required, proceed as follows: Unscrew the screws 8 using the key provided.

  • Page 53: Replacing The Scrapers

    Do not use the appliance to collect sharp object that could cut through the rubber. In order to always keep the belts 14 in good working order, we recommend cleaning them periodically and lubricating them with Duplex silicone spray. (SIL400) F.22 Rev.

  • Page 54: Descaling (Steam / Steam Plus Models)

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 MAINTENANCE DESCALING (STEAM / STEAM PLUS MODELS) We recommend descaling the system every time you notice a reduction in the steam jet. Use Hydroscale regularly as directed. For periodic descaling, use Hydroscale undiluted and follow the steps below.

  • Page 55: Power Cord

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 MAINTENANCE POWER CORD HAZARD! Cable replacement must be performed by qualified personnel. ELECTRICAL HAZARD! Do not use the appliance if the power cord or plug are damaged. • Check the power cord regularly to see if there is any sign of damage: cracking, peeling, ageing.

  • Page 56: Routine Maintenance Table

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 MAINTENANCE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE TABLE OPERATION INTERVENTION FREQUENCY Tanks After each use. Scrapers After each use. Recovery tank After each use. Cleaning Appliance cleaning After each use. Brushes Every 50/100 hours. Before and during each Power cord. use. Checks...

  • Page 57: Disposal

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 MAINTENANCE DISPOSAL This product falls within the scope of Directive 2012/19/EU regarding the management of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). The appliance must not be disposed of together with domestic waste as it is made of different materials that can be recycled at appropriate facilities. Ask your local council where the recycling facilities are located that can take the product for disposal and its subsequent recycling.

  • Page 58: Troubleshooting

    DUPLEX 340/420/620 TROUBLESHOOTING 8. TROUBLESHOOTING The maintenance interventions authorised by Duplex International S.r.l. are indicated “7. MAINTENANCE”. in chapter The content of this chapter is not exhaustive. Instead, it aims to provide information on the most common problems in order to help specialised technicians to find the fault in question.
  • Page 59 DUPLEX 340/420/620 MAINTENANCE Power cord tripped. Replace. Reset the appliance and re- activate it by pressing the MP (Motor Protector)button. “Motor Protector” tripped Reactivation occurs after approximately 6 seconds of it being pressed. Move the pressure Brush pressure regulator in...
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  • Page 61 Hand Made In Italy DUPLEX INTERNATIONAL Srl 50058 SIGNA - FIRENZE - Italy - Via Gobetti 19, 21, 23 Tel +39 055 876437 - Fax +39 055 875229 www.duplexitaly.com - infoduplex@duplexitaly.com...

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