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Portable battery chewing gum removal system
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i-team Professional b.v.
Hoppenkuil 27b, 5626 DD Eindhoven, The Netherlands
T +31402662400
E hello@i-teamglobal.com
I www.i-teamglobal.com

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  • Page 1  i-gum Portable battery chewing gum removal system User manual i-team Professional b.v. Hoppenkuil 27b, 5626 DD Eindhoven, The Netherlands T +31402662400 E hello@i-teamglobal.com I www.i-teamglobal.com...
  • Page 2 Original user manual, written in the English Language Future Cleaning Technologies B.V. Hoppenkuil 27b, 5626 DD Eindhoven, The Netherlands T +31402662400 E hello@i-teamglobal.com I www.i-teamglobal.com Model: I-GUM BATTERY VERSION Date: 11/1 /2019 Product code: IGM.I-V.0000B/2 Version: v.1.0...
  • Page 3: Preface

    Purpose of the user manual ® The purpose of the user manual is to provide the user with information during the life of the i-gum ® in such a way that the i-gum is used correctly, efficiently and safely, even in the event of reasonably foreseeable misuse.
  • Page 4: Reading Guide

    Reading guide The following symbols and terms are used throughout this manual to alert the reader to safety issues and important information: Symbol Term Explanation WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if the safety instructions are not followed, can lead to injuries of the operator or bystanders, light and/or moderate damage to the product or the environment.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Content Preface ..................................3 Purpose of the user manual ............................ 3 Target audience ..............................3  Operators of the i-gum ............................3 Reading guide ................................4 Introduction ..............................7 Intended use of the product ........................7 Non-intended use of the product ......................8 Lifespan ..............................
  • Page 6 6.1.3 Cleaning fluid low level indication ....................23 Dry start ............................... 23 Trolley operation ..........................24 6.3.1 Adjust pump speed ......................... 26 6.3.2 After operation ..........................26 Backpack operation ..........................27 6.4.1 Adjust pump speed ......................... 29 6.4.2 After operation ..........................29 Cleaning and storage ...........................
  • Page 7: Introduction

    ® operation and maintenance procedure. You will be surprised how fast and effective the i-gum only a few seconds per gum patch are needed. The actual time depends on the age of the chewing gum patch, the surface as well as the ambient temperature.
  • Page 8: Non-Intended Use Of The Product

    The main control panel on the side contains a counter that indicates the number of minutes the machine is used. 1.4 Modifications ® It is not permitted to make modifications to the design of the i-gum without consultation and permission from the manufacturer. This affects the warranty, see section 1.6.
  • Page 9: Specifications

    1.5 Specifications Figure 2 Product Size (body unit): 347*330*500 mm Lance Size: 60*1100 mm Weight (including 1 battery): 10.5 kg Lance Weight: 1.6 kg Broom Extended Length: 1.3 M Li-on Battery: DC24V (25.2V, 14Ah, 353Wh) Battery Drawer Capacity: 2 Batteries Operation Time of Batteries: About 50 min/ 1 battery Fluid Flow Speed Class...
  • Page 10: Warranty

    1.7 Identification ® Each i-gum has a unique identification number that can be found on top of the main body. Your i-team partner needs this number when you order parts. Explanation type plate: ® Product type: i-gum Serial number: B0000492 Power supply and capacity: DC24V 250W Manufacturer: Future Cleaning Technology B.V.
  • Page 11: Description

    2 Description ® The compact lightweight i-gum consists of two main parts: 1. The body that contains the cleaning solution and can be carried as a backpack. 2. The steam lance to deliver the heated gum cleaner solution exactly on the gum patch.
  • Page 12 The steam lance with separate brush, connected to the body. The main body. The gum remover solution tank sealed by a yellow stopper. ® Wheels and a handle to use the i-gum as a trolley. ® The back plate and harness to use the i-gum as a backpack.
  • Page 13: Safety

    (fig 5, pos 1) should not be touched. The temperature stays well below 60°C. CAUTION ® Always keep the body of the i-gum in an upright position when gum remover solution or batteries are inserted. 3.1.1 Trolley operation CAUTION When using as a trolley remove the harness as the machine can trip over loose straps.
  • Page 14: Backpack Operation

    When using as a backpack fit the machine to the operator and adjust straps before inserting the batteries or filling the tank with the gum remover solution. Proceed only when the operator is ® comfortable using the backpack, else use the i-gum as a trolley. 3.1.3 Brush condition Make sure to check the condition of the brush before use, change the brush only when the machine is turned off and the steam lance is cooled.
  • Page 15: Risks During Operation

    DO NOT operate barefoot, wear closed shoes while operating the machine. 3.2.2 The gum remover solution WARNING ® The water based i-gum gum remover solution does not provide significant hazards, however, please be aware of these general safety rules: •...
  • Page 16: Transport And Storage

    4 Transport and storage CAUTION ® Always keep the body of the i-gum in an upright position when gum remover solution or batteries are inserted. • Drain the machine and remove the batteries after each use before storage or during transport.
  • Page 17: Assembly And Installation

    3 boxes, depending on whether the batteries and charger are ordered together with the main body: ® 1. The i-gum itself including a starter package of brushes and cleaning fluid. 2. The batteries (when ordered). 3. The battery charger (when ordered).
  • Page 18: Assembly

    5.2 Assembly 1. Attach the drip tray (fig 7, pos 2) to the body. 2. Click the lance (fig 7, pos 1) into the holder (fig 7, pos 3), with the metal plate facing the main body. 3. Screw the broom on the broom handle. 4.
  • Page 19: Trolley Or Backpack Operation

    5.3 Trolley or backpack operation 5.3.1 Trolley operation ® When you use the i-gum as a trolley it is advised to remove the harness so loose straps cannot be caught between the wheels. To remove the harness: 1. Remove padding (fig 8, pos 1) that is attached to the back plate with Velcro.
  • Page 20 2. Unscrew the four screws (fig 9, pos 1) using a Philips screwdriver. 3. Remove the back plate (fig 9, pos 2). Figure 9...
  • Page 21: Backpack Operation

    4. Put the four screws back in place, as these also hold the trolley handle (fig 10, pos 1). Figure 10 TIP: Keep all removed parts safely stored for future use. 5.3.2 Backpack operation ® When you use the i-gum as a backpack no further assembly is required.
  • Page 22: Operation

    Figure 11 main switch. 7. Turn off the machine. TIP: ® It is not recommended to use the batteries when charged less than 40%. The i-gum can operate on a single battery depending on the amount of gum to remove.
  • Page 23: Fill The Gum Remover Solution Tank

    8. Release the RINSE button (fig 13, pos 5) when rinse indicator light is on. ® 9. Wait for 20 seconds until steam comes out of the lance. The i-gum is ready for use. 10. Press the ON/OFF button (fig 13, pos 6) on the handle control to turn off the machine, before walking to the jobsite.
  • Page 24: Trolley Operation

    Figure 13 6.3 Trolley operation Proceed to paragraph 6.4 Backpack operation when you are using the harness. ® 1. Walk to the job site with the i-gum and a wet floor marker. 2. Mark the job site. ® 3. Turn on the i-gum using the main power switch on the bottom (fig 14, pos 2) left of the body.
  • Page 25 11. Wait for 20 seconds until steam comes out of the lance. 12. Check the heating indicator light (fig 14, pos 3). 13. Place the brush on the piece of flattened gum. 14. Agitate the brush in circular motion until the gum disintegrates. 15.
  • Page 26: Adjust Pump Speed

    On flat surfaces the additional fluid will run-off and have no effect. 6.3.2 After operation 1. Turn off the steam via the ON/OFF button (fig 16, pos 2). ® 2. Turn off the i-gum via the main power switch (fig 16, pos 1). Figure 16...
  • Page 27: Backpack Operation

    5. Put on the backpack. 6. Adjust waistband (fig 18, pos 2) and straps (fig 18, pos 1) for comfort. ® 7. Walk to the job site with the i-gum and a wet floor marker. 8. Mark the job site.
  • Page 28 13. Release the RINSE button (fig 17, pos 5) when rinse indicator light is on. 14. Wait for 20 seconds until steam comes out of the lance. 15. Check the heating indicator light (fig 17, pos 3). 16. Place the brush on the piece of flattened gum. 17.
  • Page 29: Adjust Pump Speed

    1. Turn off the steam via the ON/OFF button (fig 19, pos 1). 2. Remove the backpack and close the strap (fig 19, pos 2) to hold the waistband together. ® 3. Turn off the i-gum via the main power switch (fig 19, pos 3). Figure 19...
  • Page 30: Cleaning And Storage

    6.5.1 Drain the machine ® 1. Put the i-gum on a table with the backside towards you. 2. Release the drainage tube (fig 20, pos 2) via the clips (fig 20, pos 1).
  • Page 31: Rinse The Machine

    Turn off the main power switch. Remove the drip tray and clean. After the rinse operation the machine Is ® completely dry. Next time you use the i-gum please follow the Dry start procedure (see Figure 22 paragraph 6.2).
  • Page 32: Remove The Batteries

    6.5.3 Remove the batteries 1. Open the battery holder (fig 23, pos 1) at ® the side of the i-gum 2. Remove the battery packs from the top and bottom battery slots (fig 23, pos 1). 3. Close the battery holder (fig 23, pos 1).
  • Page 33: Maintenance

    (right) and pull. 3. Take a new brush (fig 24, pos 1) and press and turn counterclockwise (left) until in place. Figure 24 7.2 Recommended additional cleaning ® It is recommended once per month to rinse the i-gum with water.
  • Page 34: Clean With Water

    4. Make sure the steam lance (fig 25, pos 1) is in the holder. ® 5. Turn on the i-gum using the main power switch. 6. Press the ON/OFF button (fig 26, pos 2) on Figure 25 the handle control.
  • Page 35: Drain The Machine

    7.2.2 Drain the machine ® 1. Put the i-gum on a table with the backside towards you. 2. Release the drainage tube (fig 27, pos 2) via the clips (fig 27, pos 1). 3. Put the end of the drainage tube in a bucket or empty bottle.
  • Page 36: Rinse The Machine

    10. Turn off the main power switch. 11. Clean the drip tray (fig 28, pos 2). After the rinse operation the machine Is ® completely dry. Next time you use the i-gum please follow the Dry start procedure (see paragraph 6.2). Figure 29 7.3 Recommended service time...
  • Page 37: Trouble Shooting

    8 Trouble shooting Problem Cause Solution No power No batteries Insert batteries. Empty batteries Charge batteries. Main power switch off Turn on power switch. No steam Empty tank Fill the tank. Empty batteries Charge batteries. Pump is not running Pump needs to be replaced by a skilled mechanic.
  • Page 38: Decommissioning And Disposal

    2. Remove the batteries for separate disposal (see 6.5.3). TIP: ® Alternatively, keep the batteries for use in another piece of i-team equipment like the i-mop 3. Remove all loose components like brush holder and broom. 4. Dispose all items according to your local laws and regulations.
  • Page 39: Attachments

    10 Attachments 10.1 CE Certificate...
  • Page 40: Safety Data Sheet Gum Remover Solution

    10.2 Safety data sheet gum remover solution Information on the i-GUM chewing gum remover solution can be found on the SAFETY DATA SHEET i-GUM, SDS number 23393 - revision date 01/05/2015. This safety data sheet conforms to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 on Classification, Labelling and Packaging of Substances and Mixtures.

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