ROOTS RootsScrub E4550 ES Operator's Manual

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Escalator Cleaner

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Operator's Manual

RootsScrub E4550 ES

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230V/50Hz

220V/60Hz

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Page 1 RootsScrub E4550 ES Escalator Cleaner Electric 230V/50Hz 220V/60Hz Read this manual completely and understand the Operator’s Manual instructions before operating the machine. RootsScrub E4550 ES “English Version”...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Illustrated Parts List IMPORTANT NOTE: MACHINE DATA Roots Multiclean Ltd. (RMCL) is not liable for any legal claims that Please fill at the time of installation for future reference: may arise as a direct or indirect result of the contents of this manual.
Page 4: Technical Specification
No. of brushes per machine - 2 sets Brush diameter - 115 mm Wet nozzle discharge - 0.46 lpm Brush speed - 400 rpm Suction nozzle discharge - 0.56 lpm Scrubbing width - 500 mm 1480 mm RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 5 No. of brushes per machine - 2 sets Brush diameter - 115 mm Wet nozzle discharge - 0.46 lpm Brush speed - 478 rpm Suction nozzle discharge - 0.56 lpm Scrubbing width - 500 mm 1480 mm RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 6: Introduction
The letter should be that the machine comes with our Roots promise of quality, sent within 24 hours of receipt of the machine.
Page 7 Focus on your business while we take care of your equipment. þ Well trained engineers to take care of the equipment. þ System driven scheduled periodic maintenance. þ Genuine spare parts. þ Toll free number assistance for breakdown. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 8: Know Your Machine
6. Fresh water fill port with filter 7. Swivel type brush head 8. Cylindrical brushes 9. Main wheel 10. Control panel 11. Electrical fuse panel 12. Main power cord 13. Swivel castor wheel 14. Fresh water drain hose 15. Parking brake lever RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 9 17. Lever to rotate brush head 18. Suction hose Idle side 19. Water spray nozzle Machine direction (IS) 20. Accessories attachment point Drive side (DS) 21. Water manifold 22. Electrical float switch 23. Float for vacuum shut-off RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 10: Accessories
2. Raiser cleaner: Used to clean the riser section of the escalator step. 3. Extension handle - straight: Used to extend the reach of the operator to clean the escalator steps with an external accessory. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 11: Decals On The Machine
Roots Multiclean Ltd., Coimbatore-India Type XXXX Sl. Number XXXX XXXX Working weight XXXX XXXX 1. ROOTS logo 2. Max temperature for fresh water 3. Control panel sticker 4. WARNING - Read Manual 5. Dirty water drain 6. Nameplate sticker RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 12: Safety Instructions
Do not use to suck in dry dust! Protect the cable from heat, oil, and sharp edges. This machine must be used only on indoor escalators. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 13 Please observe the local safety regulations regarding portable commercially used machines. When performing any maintenance or service tasks ensure that the machine is away from the escalator. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 14 Toxic Hazard Motorized Brush Head Pressure Jets Pressure Jets Reset Warning Electrical Hazard STOP No Access Position Warning Do not let powercord come in contact with No Smoking water or other fluids. Disconnect Powercord Electric Shock Hazard RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 15: Machine Operation
F Care should be taken when removing the packing crate as not to damage the machine. F Ensure that sufficient man power is used to lift the machine. (Approximate weight of the machine is 120 kg.) F Owner’s personnel are not allowed to unpack the machine. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 16 All machine Machine is operated functions are in Off in dry mode. condition. WET - EXT - Machine is Machine is operated Lever Up - Parking Brake Disengaged operated in wet mode. using external accessories. (if equipped) RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 17 Ø Care should be taken not to bump the machine onto the è escalator, this will cause damage to the machine or the Recommended detergents: escalator itself. Ensure that only low-foaming, non corrosive detergents are used. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 18 Pull the tabs outwards on both the sides. d. Open the idler cover upwards. Step 3: Remove the debris tray from the machine. a. Pull the debris tray lock upwards to unlock. Debris tray lock- Locked posi on RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 19 IS AT THE LOWER LEVEL OF THE ESCALATOR. Comb plate Upper level Escalator step Landing pla orm Lower level Ensure that the motion of the escalator is directed towards è the machine. Posi on machine at this point (before comb plate) RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 20 Upon completing the dry operation, remove the brushes and clean the bottom side of the brush head using the external accessory supplied. Place the spill tray under the brush head on doing so. Suc on hose assembly RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 21 It is factory set and should not be tampered. Note: In this mode water will not be sprayed inside the suction hose Ú assembly. Ú Also check the flow of water from the nozzle at the first start of the day. Nozzle RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 22 Note: In this mode water will be sprayed inside the suction hose Ú assembly. Also check the flow of water from the nozzle at the first start of Ú the day. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 23 MACHINE OPERATION Connect trigger assy to the hose. Connect the required accessory at the other end of the trigger, also connect the water hose extension to the trigger assembly (d). Hose Trigger Accessory RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 24 Press the lever downwards until the pin is released from the lock completely in both Dry and Wet mode. assembly, this is noticeable as the brush head will swivel a bit. IMPORTANT DO NOT MIX BRUSHES AND CLEAN THE ESCALATOR STEPS. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 25 2. Electrical Float - The electrical float is located inside the fresh water tank. It switches off the machine as soon as the water level drops below the set value. This function is used to prevent any unwanted damage to the water pump. Float block Mechanical Float RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 26 If any one of the above faults occur, the system alerts with an LED and audible warning. LED Indicator: Fault in water system GREEN Function normal BLUE Fresh water tank empty or dirty water tank full. Flow Switch LED Indicator RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 27: Maintenance
DO NOT USE A HIGH PRESSURE JET CLEANER. detergent. DO NOT USE A STEAM CLEANER. DO NOT DIRECT WATER INTO THE ELECTRICAL PARTS. WARNING DO NOT DRAIN THE DIRTY WATER INTO THE ENVIRONMENT. RISK OF CONTAMINATING THE ENVIRONMENT. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 28 Clean the mesh filter under fresh running water to remove any dirt or debris. Place the cleaned mesh filter back and secure it with the bottom cover. Note: Do not use harsh acidic solutions to clean the nozzle and filter. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 29 Direct water spray under the brush shield area to throughly clean away the dirt. Empty the spill tray into the drain and clean. CAUTION DO NOT clean the brush head with a high pressure washer. DO NOT empty the spill tray into the environment. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 30 3. Remove the piston. 4. Clean the piston with water till contamination is cleared. 5. Assemble the components in reverse order. NOTE Use care when handling spring to prevent distortion. Do not overtighten the plastic components. Risk of breakage! RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 31 Remove the blown fuse and Set the tension using Gates Meter. Turn the Idler pulley to set belt replace with a new one with the specified rating. Put the cap back tension. in its place. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 32 Tilt the dirty water tank and secure it (Step 1). Remove the suction turbine assembly to perform electrical maintenance or to replace it (Step 2). WARNING Only RMCL authorized and RMCL skilled technicians are allowed to perform electrical maintenance tasks on the suction turbine. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 33 Please contact your local Roots Multiclean Ltd. distributor; the people there will be glad to perform that work for you. There well trained personnel and genuine Roots spare parts are at your disposal. Well trained personnel and genuine Roots spare parts are at your disposal.
Page 34 Check the fresh water infeed to the brush for any possible blocks; clean them if required Remove carbon dust from the suction turbine, check the carbon brush for ⌂ any signs of wear/damage; replace if required ⌂ To be carried out by RMCL Service Personnel ONLY. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 35 Ensure that the machine is always stored indoors only and not è exposed to the environmental elements. Ensure that the machine is parked on a flat level surface and è secured. WARNING: Disconnect power cord. WARNING: PROTECT FROM LIQUIDS COLD FIRE WIND HEAT CHILDREN RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 36: Troubleshooting
Check for foreign object obstructing the mechanism. Machine moves when cleaning Parking brake weak Check parking brake, adjust/replace if required. the escalator Machine wobbles while Check the tires and castors for damage; replace if Worn tires moving required. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
Page 37: Do's & Don'ts
Do not let children operate the machine as a toy. û Do not mix different types of brushes to clean the escalator at û once. Do not allow anybody to travel on the escalator when û cleaning is under progress. RootsScrub E4550 ES...
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Page 40: Roots Multiclean Ltd
Roots Multiclean Ltd. R.K.G. Industrial Estate, Ganapathy, Coimbatore - 641 006, India. Phone: +91 (422) 4330 330, E-mail: rmclsales@rootsemail.com Web: rootsmulticlean.in, RootsScrub E4550 ES Toll Free: 1800 41 99 77 9...