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General Equipment RIP-R-STRIPPER FCS16GEN3 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
EUROPEAN REPERESENTATIVE
Customer Service: (+31) 5 23 63 82 86
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Internet Address: http://www.eurogate-international.com
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Email: info@eurogate-international.com
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Mailing Address: Eurogate International, Galilieistraat 6, 7701 SK Dedemsvaart, The Netherlands
Product covered by this manual complies with mandatory requirements of 2006/42/EC.
Copyright 2021, General Equipment Company, All rights reserved.
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Floor Covering Stripper
FCS16GEN3
GOM19091901US, Version 1.1, Original Instructions
Note: There is no charge for Customer Service.

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  • Page 1 • 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 EUROPEAN REPERESENTATIVE Customer Service: (+31) 5 23 63 82 86 • • Internet Address: http://www.eurogate-international.com •...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    General Equipment Company reserves the right to make changes in and wood floor surfaces. Yet, the possibility exists RIP-R-STRIPPER can...
  • Page 3 FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 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 FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 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 FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 To use personnel to lift/lower machine, use handles as shown and/or side To reduce storage area and minimize damage, transport handles near rear of unit. FIGURE 1 RIP-R-STRIPPER in normal upright position with operator handle folded relative to main frame.
  • Page 7 FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 DETERMINATION OF POTENTIAL ABOVE SURFACE HAZARDS IN PROPOSED FLOORING REMOVAL LOCATION(S) WARNING • Water and other conductive materials on work surface increases electrocution hazard potential for operator and other personnel. Normal RIP-R-STRIPPER use is on level surfaces.

  • Page 8: Machine Specifications

    FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 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: Machine Set-Up

    FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 8 MACHINE SET-UP Open shipping carton immediately upon receipt. Remove RIP-R-STRIPPER from carton. Visually inspect contents for freight damage and/or missing parts. If shipping damage is evident, contact delivering carrier immediately to arrange for an inspection of damage by their claims representative.
  • Page 10 FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 To readjust handle height, loosen threaded knobs approximately 1/2 inch (13 mm), adjust handle to desired height then finger tighten knobs to secure handles firmly in place. WARNING Determine threaded studs are properly seated against •...

  • Page 11: Application Theory & Techniques

    FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 Tighten cap screws using only the T-handle wrench provided/stored on Adequate force exerted against RIP-R-STRIPPER by operator to push machine. DO NOT use any other tool or apply impact force to screws. accessory blade against floor covering material to deliver acceptable Wrench is designed to keep body parts a safe distance from blade edge productivity rates.

  • Page 12: Operating Instructions

    FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 Straight Beveled Cutting Edge Blade Thicker adhesives (i.e.-amount used), require a higher Blade removes a wide variety of VCT and linoleum tiles along with general accessory blade angle relative to work surface. material removal from concrete and wood surfaces.
  • Page 13 FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 Raise operator handles to work position per INSTALLING ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR HANDLES in MACHINE SET-UP section of this manual. WARNING Install accessory blade per procedures in INSTALLING & REMOVING ACCESSORY BLADES in MACHINE SET-UP section of this manual. BEFORE use, inspect each extension cord and wiring •...
  • Page 14 FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 DANGER • DO NOT modify, bypass or disable RIP-R-STRIPPER ON/OFF switch on operator handle. DO NOT operate machine if machine ON/OFF switch • and/or red electric motor reset button is not functioning properly Such configuration will not allow operator to quickly stop •...

  • Page 15: Maintenance Instructions

    FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 STOPPING RIP-R-STRIPPER Remove all loose material accumulations, dirt and grease on internal/external surfaces to prevent safety hazards, poor performance and reduced service life. Use proper dust collection system as necessary to remove most accumulation then use safety type solvent for final RIP-R- STRIPPER cleaning.
  • Page 16 FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 WARNING • Disconnect RIP-R-STRIPPER extension cord from power source and machine before performing any service work or repair. • Failure to properly disconnect RIP-R-STRIPPER from power source can result in property damage and/or personal injury.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 UNEVEN FLOOR COVERING MATERIAL REMOVAL Possible Cause Correction WARNING Blade beveled edge orientation Change orientation. Refer to • Exercise extreme caution sharpening accessory tools. incorrect for type work surface. ACCESSORY BLADE TYPES & APPLICATIONS section this manual.

  • Page 18: Declaration Of Conformity

    FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 16 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We, General Equipment Company, 620 Alexander Drive SW, P.O. Box 334, Owatonna, MN 55060, USA declare under our sole responsibility that the portable floor covering stripper product: FCS16 To which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards or...

  • Page 19: Replacement Parts

    FCS16GEN3 RIP-R-STRIPPER ® FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER FORM GOM19091901US, VERSION 1.1 English-EN...
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