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Operator's
ENCORE
Manual
L26 Cylindrical
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CAUTION: Read the Operator's Manual before using the appliance.
This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read this
book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your ALTO machine could
result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as
well. You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it. If operator(s) cannot read
this manual, have it explained fully before attempting to operate this machine.
Si Ud. o sus operadores no pueden leer el Inglés, se hagan explicar este manual completamente antes
de tratar el manejo o servicio de esta máquina.
All directions given in this book are as seen from the operator's position at the rear of the machine.
For new books write to: ALTO U.S. Inc., 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764.
Form No. 70643A
7/04
CLARKE TECHNOLOGY
Printed in the U.S.A.
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- Page 1 All directions given in this book are as seen from the operator’s position at the rear of the machine. For new books write to: ALTO U.S. Inc., 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764. Form No. 70643A 7/04 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Printed in the U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Safety Instructions ... 3 Introduction & Machine Specifications ... 5 Procedures for Transporting Machine ... 6 Symbols Used on Encore L26 Cylindrical ... 8 Machine Control Panel ... 10 Machine Controls and Features ... 11 How to Prepare the Machine for Operation ... 12 How to Install the Batteries ... -
Page 3: Operator Safety Instructions
Failure to read the Owner's Manual prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your Clarke Technology machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well. - Page 4 Do not use this machine as a step or furniture. Do not ride on this machine. CAUTION: Your machine warranty will be voided if anything other than genuine Clarke Technology parts are used on your machine. Always use Clarke Technology parts for replacement.
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Page 5: Introduction & Machine Specifications
A squeegee wipes the floor while the vacuum motor removes the dirty solution from the floor - all in one pass. The Encore L26 Cylindrical comes complete with four - 6 volt batteries, one battery charger, two brushes and one operator’s manual. -
Page 6: Procedures For Transporting Machine
8. Push in either one of the forward/reverse switches while pushing in the white reverse switch. Back the machine up the ramp. See figure 1. 9. Turn the key switch "OFF". Page Figure #1 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Encore L26 Cylindrical... - Page 7 10. Replace squeegee assembly, brush housing, and brush or pad driver after machine is unloaded and ready to use. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Encore L26 Cylindrical Figure #2 Page -7-...
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Page 8: Symbols Used On Encore L26 Cylindrical
SYMBOLS USED ON ENCORE L26 CYLINDRICAL Warning Power Traverse Speed Control Page Traverse Directions Forward (Traverse and Solution, and Brush Rotation) Traverse Directions Reverse (Traverse and Solution, and Brush Rotation) CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Encore L26 Cylindrical Solution Control Brush Up/Down... - Page 9 SYMBOLS USED ON ENCORE L26 CYLINDRICAL Warning Label with parking brake Warning Label without parking brake CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Encore L26 Cylindrical Page -9-...
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Page 10: Machine Control Panel
To activate vacuum motor, lower squeegee handle. Handle has two positions. Lowest position is operating position and the middle position is transport to clear vacuum hose. F G H I J Figure 3 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Encore L26 Cylindrical... -
Page 11: Machine Controls And Features
NOTE: If the lever is left in the override position, the brake will not function with the key switch, and the machine will not operate. Figure 7 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Encore L26 Cylindrical Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6... -
Page 12: How To Prepare The Machine For Operation
7. Close recovery tank by pulling up on the latch arm and then slowly lowering the tank. NOTE: Charge the batteries before using the machine. Figure 9 Page -12- Figure 8A Figure 8B Figure 8C CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Encore L26 Cylindrical... -
Page 13: Battery Maintenance
To clean the terminals and connectors, use a terminal and connector cleaning tool. Do not allow ammonia or bicar- bonate of soda to get into batteries. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Encore L26 Cylindrical Correct Level Figure 10 Figure 11 3. -
Page 14: How To Charge The Batteries
See figure 13. To release the latch arm, tip the recovery tank up slightly while pushing down on the latch arm and then slowly lower the tank. Page -14- Figure 12 Figure 13 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Encore L26 Cylindrical... -
Page 15: How To Change Or Rotate Brushes
Do not operate this machine unless it is completely assembled. Inspect the machine carefully before operation. Figure 17 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Encore L26 Cylindrical Figure 14A Figure 14B Figure 15 Figure 16 Page -15-... -
Page 16: How To Operate The Machine
Only use a cleaning concentration recommended by the chemical manufacturer. WARNING: Clarke Technology recommends a maximum water temperature of 120 Page -16- Figure 18 Figure 19 Figure 20 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Encore L26 Cylindrical Figure 20A... -
Page 17: Operating The Machine
3. Release the parking brake (if equipped with machine.) 4. Turn the key switch "ON". 5. Lower the squeegee. 6. Activate the brush switch until correct pressure is achieved. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Encore L26 Cylindrical Figure 20B Figure 21 Page -17-... -
Page 18: How To Clean A Very Dirty Floor
Do not lower the squeegee. This will keep the vacuum motor off. Lower the brush or pad and scrub the floor. Scrub the floor again with additional solution and lower the squeegee. Pick up all the solution with the squeegee. Page -18- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Encore L26 Cylindrical... -
Page 19: Maintenance
10. Make sure the solution drain / level indicator hose is secure on the storage mount on the rear of the machine. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Encore L26 Cylindrical Figure 22 Figure 23 Figure 24 Page -19-... -
Page 20: Procedures To Perform At The End Of Work
Empty tray and clean before sliding tray back in. Make sure upper and lower slides are engaged. Page -20- Figure 25 Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28 Figure 29 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Encore L26 Cylindrical... -
Page 21: Procedures To Perform Every Week
CAUTION: Before raising the tank, be sure tank is empty. NOTE: There is an intermediate position available for holding the recovery tank open for charging batteries. See figure 31. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Encore L26 Cylindrical Figure 30 Figure 31 Page -21-... -
Page 22: Maintenance For The Squeegee
3. If the blade is worn, turn the blade so that a new edge is in the wiping position. 4. Reinstall squeegee assembly on the machine. Page -22- Figure 32 Figure 33 Figure 34 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Encore L26 Cylindrical... -
Page 23: How To Adjust The Squeegee
Use only genuine Clarke Technology parts. How to Center or Offset the Brush Head The brush head on the Encore L26 can be centered or offset 1 inch to the right side of the machine. To center or offset the brush head, follow this procedure: Recommended tools: 3/8"... -
Page 24: How To Level The Cylindrical Brush Head
10. Close the recovery tank. How to Level the Cylindrical Brush Head The brush head on the Encore L26 is level when shipped from the factory. If during use it becomes necessary to re- level the head from side to side, follow this procedure: Move the machine to a level area of the floor surface. -
Page 25: Accessories
Blade, Rear - Nitrile Solid Blade, Rear - Ribbed Orange Blade, Front - Ribbed Natural Blade, Front - Slit Grout Blade, Front - Ribbed Orange CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Encore L26 Cylindrical Clarke Technology Encore L26 Cylindrical Accessories - 3/02 Part No. - Page 26 NOTES Page -26- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Encore L26 Cylindrical...
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Page 27: Section Ii - Parts And Service Manual
ENCORE L26 Cylindrical Section II Parts and Service Manual (70643A) CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Encore L26 Cylindrical Page -27-... -
Page 28: How To Correct Problems In The Machine
The charger is damaged. The battery is defective. The batteries are disconnected. Brush is in heavy scrub setting. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Encore L26 Cylindrical ACTION Fill the solution tank. Open the solution valve. Remove the obstruction from the hose or filter. - Page 29 PROBLEM The cleaning is not even. The machine does not run. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Encore L26 Cylindrical CAUSE The scrub brush or pad is worn. There is damage to the brush assembly, caster or the solution valve. The brush motor is not running The solution level is low.
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Page 30: Encore L26 Cylindrical Final Assembly Drawing
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Page 31: Parts List
1455 Canton Road (770) 973-5225 SALES AND DISTRIBUTION CENTER ALTO U.S. Inc., Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 74 Henry Street (201) 864-5503 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY AMERICAN SANDERS TECHNOLOGY A.L. COOK TECHNOLOGY Customer Service Headquarters and Factory 2100 Highway 265 Springdale, Arkansas 72764... -
Page 32: Recovery Tank Drawing
CLARKE TECHNOLOGY UNIBODY FRAME EIGHT-YEAR U.S. WARRANTY Clarke Technology warranties the frame of the Encore L26 for a period of eight years against defects in materials and workman- ship under normal use and service. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY reserves the right to make changes or improvements to its machine without notice.