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General Equipment RIP-R-STRIPPER FCS10GEN2 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Safety, Operation & Service Information
RIP-R-STRIPPER
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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 2021, General Equipment Company, All rights reserved.
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Floor Covering Stripper
FCS10GEN2
GOM03042001US, Version 1.2, 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 2021, General Equipment Company, All rights reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Such misuse and/or misapplication of purposes. General Equipment Company reserves the right to make changes in design, engineering or specifications and to add improvements or discontinue RIP-R-STRIPPER can lead to possibility of serious damage, injury or even death.
  • Page 3 FCS10GEN2 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM03042001US, VERSION 1.2 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, but not necessarily limited to the: READING, COMPREHENSION AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF MATERIAL COMPRISING ENTIRE CONTENTS OF APPLICABLE OPERATOR MANUAL FOR RIP-R-STRIPPER.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Congratulations on your decision to purchase a General Equipment light construction product. From our humble beginnings in 1955, it has been a...
  • Page 5 FCS10GEN2 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM03042001US, VERSION 1.2 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. each operator with correct operating procedures.
  • Page 6 FCS10GEN2 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM03042001US, VERSION 1.2 DO NOT drop unit directly against exciter plate. Provide support block under main frame to prevent direct contact WARNING and/or damage to exciter plate and related components. • Disconnect extension cord from RIP-R-STRIPPER when traversing up and down stairs.
  • Page 7 FCS10GEN2 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM03042001US, VERSION 1.2 WARNING WARNING • DO NOT operate RIP-R-STRIPPER on jobsite location • Water and other conductive materials on work surface where forces generated during floor covering removal increases electrocution hazard potential for operator and process can allow body parts to come in direct contact other personnel.

  • Page 8: Machine Specifications

    FCS10GEN2 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM03042001US, VERSION 1.2 6 MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS Proper voltage and amperage to electric motor is essential for maximum productivity and service life. Low voltage and amperage will cause motor to overheat and can cause unrepairable damage to motor and related controls. An improperly grounded circuit increases risk of electric shock.
  • Page 9 FCS10GEN2 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM03042001US, VERSION 1.2 INSTALLING & REMOVING OPERATOR HANDLE Connect power head power cord to power cord located at switch end of Installation of operator handle will require a level work surface of appropriate operator handle assembly.
  • Page 10 FCS10GEN2 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM03042001US, VERSION 1.2 INSTALLING & REMOVING ACCESSORY BLADES CAUTION • Use of worn and/or damaged accessory tool can result in property damage and/or personal injury. Tools required: • Consult specific accessory tool information supplied by tool 1 each, 5/32 inch (4 mm) T-handled Allen wrench provided with machine.

  • Page 11: Application Theory & Techniques

    FCS10GEN2 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM03042001US, VERSION 1.2 NOTE: On cement surfaces, blade beveled cutting edge is positioned facing up. FIGURE 11 CAUTION • Tighten/loosen cap screws with T-handled wrench provided with machine only. • T-handled wrench was selected to keep body parts a practical distance from blade during cap screw loosening/tightening process.

  • Page 12: Operating Instructions

    FCS10GEN2 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM03042001US, VERSION 1.2 In general, for thinner adhesives (i.e.–amount used), lower shear force is required to remove and increases floor covering removal rates. The accepted procedure is to decrease effective blade width plus determine optimal blade angle relative to work surface.
  • Page 13 FCS10GEN2 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM03042001US, VERSION 1.2 WARNING • DO NOT modify or replace any extension cord component without utilizing a factory approved component only. Connect additional extension cord to remaining end of first extension cord (if applicable). IMPORTANT: If additional extension cords are required, each cord must be of proper structural integrity and size (AWG) to meet applicable National Electric Code and OSHA requirements.
  • Page 14 FCS10GEN2 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM03042001US, VERSION 1.2 WARNING • BEFORE use, inspect each extension cord and wiring device for proper structural integrity. DO NOT use cord with worn or cut outer jacket material or • repaired with electrical tape. •...

  • Page 15: Maintenance Instructions

    FCS10GEN2 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM03042001US, VERSION 1.2 All maintenance/repairs not described in this operator manual must be done by a dedicated service center following a specific service/repair manual. STOP RIP-R-STRIPPER BEFORE performing maintenance per STOPPING RIP-R-STRIPPER in OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS section of this manual.

  • Page 16: Service/Repair Instructions

    FCS10GEN2 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM03042001US, VERSION 1.2 12 SERVICE/REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS WARNING • Properly dispose of all accumulated floor covering materials per OSHA and EPA codes/regulations. Many materials can be classified as hazardous requiring • proper disposal procedures. •...

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Phone: 800.638.2264 14 STORAGE Fax: 800.638.2261 Email: info@metabousa.com LONG TERM STORAGE You can also contact the General Equipment Company Customer Service Department for additional assistance. Phone: 800.533.0524 Fax: 877.344.4375 Email: general@generalequip.com Procedure for long term storage of RIP-R-STRIPPER will protect it against effects of corrosion and damage.
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