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U S E R G U I D E JVC50BCN 20" Autoscrubber...
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All devices sold by Johnny Vac have a user manual that is fully part of the device sold. Please read this instruction manual carefully before using your device. Pictures are included in this manual to help you understand what is written.
Timer ............20 Drain the Tanks......... 20 Drain Recovery Tank ........21 Drain Solution Tank ........21 Battery Charge......... 22 Specifications for Charger ......22 Use of Charger..........22 Precautions for Battery Installation and Use............23 Intelligent Charger LED Indicator ....24 JVC50BCN - 3 - User Guide...
- Do not charge the batteries with damaged cables. Any modification of the plug is not allowed. In case the charge cable is damaged or broken, to avoid risks, it must be replaced by its manufacturer, the servicing agents or similar qualified personnel. JVC50BCN - 4 - User Guide...
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- Wear safety gloves and eye protective devices before working on the batteries or battery connection. - Do not power spray or hose off the machine. Electrical malfunction may occur. - Use the parts provided or approved by JohnnyVac. - Maintenance must be carried out by qualified maintenance staff. - 5 - JVC50BCN User Guide...
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- Remove the batteries before loading the machine. - Carry the machine with the assistance of other qualified personnel. - Turn off the machine. - Lower the brush motor. - Securely attach the unit to the transport truck box. - 6 - JVC50BCN User Guide...
See instruction manual Loading plug : On the back of the unit, directly on the recovery tank. Brush protection hood Warning: Revolving brush working, do not touch. Switch off the machine before repairing. - 7 - JVC50BCN User Guide...
11. Squeegee Lifting Handle 12. Charge Couple 13. Vacuum Hose 14. Pedal for Lifting or Lowering the Cleaning Head 15. Squeegee Assembly 16. Solution Tank Water Outlet 17. Wastewater Tank Drain 18. Clean Water Filter - 8 - JVC50BCN User Guide...
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24. Vacuum Motor 25. Control Panel 26. Gel Batteries (2 x 12 V) 27. Water Injection Filter 28. Battery Connection Cables 29. Battery Anode Line (Red) 30. Battery Connection Diagram 31. Battery Cathode Line (Black) JVC50BCN - 9 - User Guide...
3. Remove the steel fixed block before unpacking the machine. Unload the machine off the rack carefully with the assistance of other qualified personnel. NOTE : Do not push the machine directly without using the cargo handling apron in case of damages. JVC50BCN - 10 - User Guide...
3. Fix the batteries into the compartment of battery cabin with care, and lay battery connecting posts following the diagram below (Figure 2). 4. Connect battery cables to battery posts with red cable to the anode post (+) and black cable to cathode post (–). Figure 2 JVC50BCN - 11 - User Guide...
Waste water is collected by the squeegee and the vacuum cleaner for easy and quick drying. CLEANING BRUSH Use appropriate brush for optimal cleaning effect. Specifications of recommended brush for JVC50BCN are as follows : • 20" spare brush is sold at Johnny Vac (JVC50BR). • Pad holder (JVCPD).
Do not over tighten. Figure 5 4. Connect vacuum hose to the squeegee assembly as shown in Figure 5 below. 5. Check squeegee blade and make proper adjustment. JVC50BCN - 13 - User Guide...
(such as washing powder) will void the manufacturer's warranty. Do not use inflammable liquids in case of fire or explosion. FOR SAFETY: Follow the mixing and handling instructions on chemical containers. JVC50BCN - 15 - User Guide...
- That the recovery tank is empty and that the filter of this tank is in place. START THE MACHINE 1. Turn the starter key. 2. Press the On/Off Brush Switch (see Figure 10). 3. Press the On/Off Vacuum Switch (see Figure 11). Figure 10 Figure 11 JVC50BCN - 16 - User Guide...
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M A C H I N E O P E R AT I O N 4. Lay squeegee lifting handle down (see Figure 12). Figure 12 5. Release water valve handle and lift motor switch handle to start scrubbing (see Figure 13). Figure 13 JVC50BCN - 17 - User Guide...
4. Do not use on a slope exceeding 2%. NOTE : Avoid getting foam through the filter and damaging the engine. Use an anti-foam additive in the wastewater collection tank. JVC50BCN - 18 - User Guide...
If the gage is red, there is too much pressure. Never have the gage in red light. It cant affect the motor and the brushes (see Figure 16). Figure 16 JVC50BCN - 19 - User Guide...
1. Carry the machine to a place for drainage and turn the power off. 2. Hold the drain pipe upward, remove its cap and lower the hose down for drainage (see Figure 18). Figure 18 JVC50BCN - 20 - User Guide...
3. Remove the wastewater filter inside the recovery tank (see Figure 19) and clean it gently. Allow it to dry completely before reinstalling it. Figure 19 DRAIN SOLUTION TANK Simply unscrew the drain plug from the clean water tank as shown in Figure 20. Figure 20 JVC50BCN - 21 - User Guide...
3. Open the cover of the recovery tank to ventilate the unit while charging the batteries. 4. Plug the smart charger into a grounded electrical outlet and plug the charger cable into the charging socket on the back of the unit (see Figure 21). Figure 21 JVC50BCN - 22 - User Guide...
11. Notice battery temperature when charging in case of danger and damages to the batteries caused by exces- sive heat. 12. Do not use batteries at insufficient voltage. Charge the batteries to full capacity before using. 13. Do not charge batteries too often or daily. It could damage the batteries. JVC50BCN - 23 - User Guide...
1. Detach the discharge hose from the recovery tank (Figure 22) and rinse it with a hose (Figure 23). Figure 22 Figure 23 2. Remove the wastewater filter and clean it (Figure 24). Figure 24 JVC50BCN - 25 - User Guide...
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Use a rubber blade that is compatible with the device for better performance. The recommended specifications for the JVC50BCN are : • 34’’ spare squeegee blade sold by Johnny Vac : Front blade : JVCSQ50N; Rear blade : JVCSQ50-RN Figure 27...
1. Make sure that the clean water tank is empty by simply unscrewing the drain plug from the clean water tank (Figure 29). 2. Remove the filter from the clean water tank (Figure 30) and clean it (Figure 31). Figure 30 Figure 29 Figure 31 JVC50BCN - 27 - User Guide...
100 days after the Brush motor first 500 hours of use. 500 H Checks on this engine every 100 days after the Brush motor first 500 hours of use. Check damage or abrasion Duty caster JVC50BCN - 28 - User Guide...
2. Remove the screws holding the blades and remove the blades (see Figure 34). Figure 34 3. Rotate and reassemble the rubber blades on the squeegee making sure the blades are in the correct position (see Figure 35). Figure 35 JVC50BCN - 29 - User Guide...
(RV) to the freshwater tank without diluting the product. FOR YOUR SAFETY : When doing this, please wear protective gloves and goggles. CAUTION : Before using the appliance next time, rinse the tub with clean water to remove all traces of antifreeze. JVC50BCN - 32 - User Guide...
Damaged engine Replace the engine Tank full Empty the tank Lack of Blocked tank filter Clean the filter cleaning Damaged water valve Replace the valve solution Damaged solenoid valve Replace the solenoid valve JVC50BCN - 33 - User Guide...
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Insufficient battery voltage Recharge the batteries Battery failure Replace the batteries Time of use too short Batteries need maintenance Refer to the « Battery » section Battery charger failure Repair or replace the charger JVC50BCN - 34 - User Guide...
2. If the voltage is < 22 V the charger will not work Notes 3. If the voltage is < 22 V an alarm will be activated 4. Battery recharge is limited 5. In case of a drop of voltage an alarm will be activated JVC50BCN - 35 - User Guide...
20 990 sq. ft (1 950 m ) per hour Battery (gel) and charger Working autonomy 3,5 h Net weight 276 lb (125 kg) Dimensions 48½" x 20¾" x 38½" (123 cm x 53 cm x 98 cm) Warranty 2-year JVC50BCN - 36 - User Guide...
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