User Manual Admiral 38C Cylindrical Sweeper/Scrubber PowerBoss, Inc. A Member Of The Hako Group Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 1 PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Introduction Should you have any questions in respect Intended use of the vehicle or operating manual, your The Admiral 38C is a large-area scrubber- authorized PowerBoss dealer is available Preface drier designed for wet cleaning rough and to provide help at any time. We would like...
Important information on handling the equipment in order to maintain its operability. Ecological hazard the environment Risk to the environment through using substances which represent a health or pollution hazard. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 6 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Particular attention should be paid to Operating information the information regarding safety. Tech- • The Admiral 38C fulfills all the appli- • Before starting the vehicle up for nical expertise is the key to preventing cable safety and health requirements...
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Safety Information • The Admiral 38C must be subjected to strips are in a good condition. If the • The machine may only be driven on an inspection in respect of its opera- sealing strips are damaged, change and the equipment used on those tionally safe condition at least once a them immediately.
• The vehicle’s electrical equipment must be inspected/checked at regular intervals. Defects, such as loose con- nections and cable damage, must be rectified immediately. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 10 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Return and recycling of old batteries must be agreed on with PowerBoss‘ authorized dealers. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 11 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
(3) Rating plate, The rating plate is in the driver’s cab, at the bottom, on the flap of the left-hand electrical compartment. Fig 1 Label locations 1 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 12 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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(4) Maximum water temperature for solu- tion to be filled (5) Drive direction selector: Forward or reverse (6) Release parking brake (7) Apply parking brake Fig 2 Label locations 2 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 13 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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(10) Solution drainage The solution is drained via the hose which hangs to the left of this label. Fig 3 Label locations 3 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 14 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Only use the batteries and charger prescribed by us to charge the bat- tery. The full terms of warranty can only be accepted when these units are used. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 15 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
5. If necessary, remove the existing rotary key switch to position 0, remove brush (Fig. 5/13) from the housing the key and apply the parking brake (Fig. 14/8). (Fig. 6/1). Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 16 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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(Fig. 8/3) perceptibly slide from the rotary brush (Fig. 8/4) onto the pins (Fig. 8/1) of the brush support (Fig. 8/2). Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 17 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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(Fig. 4/1), pivot to the device and lower into the de- flector lock (Fig. 4/2). The deflec- tor (Fig. 4/1) is now in its working position. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 18 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Supporting rollers (Fig. 9/5) limit its movement toward the floor. To increase the squeegee contact pressure, the supporting rollers must be adjusted: Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 19 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
5.7.1. seat. defects before putting the vehicle 3. Fill the solution tank and cleaning The Admiral 38C is equipped with a into operation. agent in accordance with the manu- driver’s seat which can be adjusted in a facturer’s mixing directives. Refer to longitudinal direction (forward and back): Section 3.1.4 and Section 5.5.1.
The two rotary brushes, which can be the recovery tank in the same working changed without the need for any tools, process. The Admiral 38C is a ride-on in the rotary brush head provide a high machine designed for the economic clean- cleaning performance.
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(right and left) can be installed as an option at the front, refer to Section 3.1.9. Fig 12 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 22 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Squeegee (Fig. 12/3) The squeegee, which projects at the sides, is fixed to the Admiral 38C so that it can pivot and swing. This enables it to evade obstacles in the current cleaning track and pivot back. Its strong suction capacity...
(Fig. 13/3) •at 2 l/min. approx. 87 minutes the Admiral 38C. These products meet the The two suction turbines are located on •at 4 l/min. approx. 43 minutes requirements stipulated in the washing and...
Brakes Batteries and charger The traction drive is provided by a drive The Admiral 38C is equipped with a ser- The vehicle is equipped with low-main- motor on the steerable front wheel. The vice brake and a parking brake. The ser- tenance batteries.
• Working lights (7584.02) (Fig. 15/1) Purpose: To be able to use the vehicle in dark lighting conditions. Fig 14 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 26 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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- Tool holder and attachment parts With regard to accessories such (7311.10) as rotary brushes, suction lips etc., (Fig. 15/4) please refer to our spare parts catalog in the Internet at www.powerboss.com. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 27 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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Operation (1) Working lights (2) Cab safety roof (3) Flashing beacon (4) Vacuuming tool (5) Side brush unit Fig 15 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 28 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
(to release the parking brake) (4) Accelerator to drive forwards or backwards (5) Service brake (6) Driving direction selection switch (forwards/reverse) (7) Right-hand operating panel (8) Parking brake Fig 16 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 29 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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• In order to slow down the vehicle and setting): Tread the accelerator down, bring the Admiral 38C to a stop, tread forwards, slowly. on the foot pedal to the left of the ac- celerator (as with a normal vehicle) to •...
(13) Button to switch solution supply on and off (14) Button to increase solution quantity (15) Green PowerBoss button for simultaneous activation of scrubbing unit and vacuuming Fig 17 function Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 32 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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(Fig. 17/1) The indicator field enables the The counter only operates when consum- Admiral 38C to provide feedback on the ers are switched on (e.g. hydraulic or Indicator for function faults operating status of the vehicle. This only brush motor, suction turbine).
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Button for side brush unit remains raised. (Fig. 17/7) This button is used to activate the side brush unit. After pressing the button, the Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 34 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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(last station memory) even if are switched on and off automatically in the vehicle is switched off temporarily. the correct sequence for the respective Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 35 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Right-hand operating panel (Fig. 3) (1) Key switch (2) Horn (3) Switch for spraying/vacuuming tool (4) Switch for flashing beacon (5) Switch for working lights Fig 18 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 36 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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3.2.2): to zero operating hours after one hour When a functional fault actually at the latest. The Admiral 38C is ready 1 Software version occurs, an acoustic signal is also for use while this display appears. The issued and the red control lamp Displayed for approx.
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The working lights are op- tional accessories. If no working lights are installed, the switch has no function. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 38 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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Section 5.5.1. is in the left-hand rear door. Only drain off waste water through this hose at an appro- priate location, refer to Section 5.6.1. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 40 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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Operation (12) Seat console (13) Electrical compartments (14) Side door (15) Battery trough Fig 20 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 41 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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The side doors are located to the left and right of the trough battery. The doors must be pivoted open in order to change the battery trough, refer to Sections 5.4.3 and 5.4.4. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 42 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Accelerating essential for operating personnel to be • Use the direction switch to select The Admiral 38C can be driven for a seated in the driver’s seat to be able to the required driving direction: Move maximum of 5 minutes on surfaces operate the vehicle.
3.2.2. Press the required button as pedal to park the vehicle. • Increase brush pressure (Fig. 22/4) soon as the Admiral 38C is ready to drive (see above). Always apply the parking brake Check whether the floor is suf-...
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Always apply the parking brake cleaning agent. Information on dos- before getting out of the vehicle! age is provided on the cleaning agent container. • Use the manufacturer’s information Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 45 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Refer to Section 5.12. into the waste water resulting in the development of foam. This indicates that the amount and mixture of solution do not match the level of dirt. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 46 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Sections 5.6.1 and 5.6.2. Observe the applicable laws and local regulations when disposing of cleaning agents. 5. Check the solution filter, refer to Sec- tion 5.5.4. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 47 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
The vehicle does not work tion drive, stop the vehicle imme- diately, apply the parking brake Check the fuses, refer to Section and remove the key! 5.10.3. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 49 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Gross total weight 3631 Transport weight including driving batteries, without options, without solution, without driver 2372 Axle loads Ready to use, front 1303 Ready to use, rear 1616 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 50 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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Front wheel, diameter/width 11.8/3.9 Rear wheel, diameter/width 12.2/4.7 Specific wheel pressure at permissible gross total weight, front/rear 0.186/0.135 Tightening torque of wheel nuts on rear wheels lb ft 103.3 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 51 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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The weighted, effective value of the vibration and shock, established in accordance with ISO 2631-1, to which the body (feet and seat area) are exposed under normal working conditions is: m/s2 < 0.5 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 53 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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7890 SIC PA 6.12 grain 80 for extreme accumulations of dirt Order number 7848 SIC PA 6.12 grain 46 for extreme accumulations of dirt Order number 7847 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 54 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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Order number 7893 Suction hose (length: 3 m) Order number 7880 Suction pipe (length: 1.3 m) Order number 7881 Suction nozzle with rubber lips Order number 7883 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 55 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Workshop Stamp Workshop Stamp completed on: completed on: completed on: completed on: at _____________ operating hours at _____________ operating hours at _____________ operating hours at _____________ operating hours Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 57 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Clean the waste container on the rotary brush head Empty the recovery tank Clean the recovery tank Clean the large particle suction filter Clean the fresh water filter Check the battery charge; recharge as necessary Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 58 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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Check the condition of the side brush unit and replace the side brushes as necessary Check the vehicle is clean; clean it, if necessary Complete a test drive and function test (including brake tests) Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 59 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
3.9 in), replace as necessary. Check the properties and condition of the brush catches and side cover with thrust bearing, clean and repair as necessary. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 60 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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Grease the joints and connection rods of the waste water vacuuming system Adjust the support wheels on the squeegee Check the vacuum at the suction hose; clear any defects Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 61 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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Check the vehicle is clean; clean it, if necessary Test drive and test all function and safety-relevant components including brake tests Produce test report Inspection label Logbook On request against separate account: driver training Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 62 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
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Activity Interval Every 500 operating hours Complete all activities in PowerBoss system maintenance I, see paragraph 5.3.2 In addition: Check the output of the hydraulic motor (forwards, reverse); clear defects as necessary Check the carbon brushes of the hydraulic motor; replace, if necessary Check the brush motor output (left and right);...
Activity Interval Every 1000 operating hours Complete all activities in PowerBoss system maintenance I and II, see paragraph 5.3.2 and para- graph 5.3.3 In addition: Check the brake linings on the rear wheels; change as necessary Change the brake fluid in the service brake Including visual inspection, test drive, test report, inspection label and logbook see paragraph 5.3.2...
Maintenance and Service Battery system The Admiral 38C is equipped with six low- maintenance block batteries, see para- graph 3.1.8 and 4. (1) Battery and charge control indicator (including TSG indicator) in lefthand operating panel (2) Battery connection cable (3) Battery plug in vehicle socket...
The cable must not rub against anything. Do not use the charger if the insulation is dam- aged. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 66 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Checking the acid level These points must be checked and cor- The Admiral 38C is fitted with a main- rected at regular intervals within the scope The battery may only be disas- tenance-free battery. However, if a wet...
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Connect the battery poles to the connec- tion cable according to the connection diagram. Ensure they are connected firmly. Fig 24 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 68 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
5.4.6 Total discharge signal transducer (TSG) The Admiral 38C is equipped with a charge control for protection against total discharge of the batteries. The total dis- charge signal transducer (TSG) is inte- grated in the electronic system and setup at the factory.
When disposing of the waste pull the sieve insert out downwards. water containing the cleaning 4. Clean both parts with water and reas- agent, observe all applicable semble them. legal regulations. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 71 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Recovery tank (1) Tank cap (2) Lid seal (3) Recovery tank (4) Air intake filter (5) Screw cap (6) Waste water draining hose (7) Cleaning flap Fig 26 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 72 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
If the recovery tank is extremely bacteria etc. when cleaning the dirty, begin cleaning the tank container. straight away. 6. Close the left and right rear doors. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 73 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
(Fig. 28/2) serve for ventila- tion between the two tanks. They must be checked regularly for accumulations of dirt and cleaned as necessary. Fig 28 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 74 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Open the deflectors and move them to their service position (Fig. 29/1) (also refer to Section 2.3.1, Point 1). Fig 29 Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 75 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
(Fig. 30/3). 2. Pull the waste container (Fig. 30/1) out Empty the waste container (Fig. 30/1) using the handle (Fig. 30/4). regularly at a suitable location. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 76 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
3. Pivot the locking lever (Fig. 31/1) back lightly scrapes under the brush under the brush holder as far as pos- holder (Fig. 31/7). sible. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 78 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
8. Insert the key in the key switch and turn the key switch on. 3. Switch off the key switch and remove the key. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 81 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
Pow- There must be no bends in the erBoss service center. sealing strip. The front wheel may only be changed at an authorized Power- Boss service center. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 82 PowerBoss, Inc. Copyright 2010...
All the lifting elements and brush motors in • Screw on and tighten the wheel nuts • Relay K3 (main contactor) is mounted the Admiral 38C are equipped with safety (Fig. 36/1). in front of the drive control. fuses and electronic fuses. •...
• When the vehicle is to be transported Observe the applicable laws and • Dead weight of the Admiral 38C without on another vehicle or trailer, it must be local regulations when dispos- battery, without options and without secured against rolling away. Lash the...
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Maintenance and Service Towing the vehicle If it should become necessary to tow the Admiral 38C, only do it on a level floor and at a maximum towing speed of 4 kph. The tow rope must be attached at the front lashing points.
This warranty does not apply to normal wear, or to items whose life is dependent on their use and care. Parts not manufactured by PowerBoss are covered by and subject to the warranties and/or guarantees of their manufacturers. Please contact Minuteman International for procedures in warranty claims against these manufacturers.
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Extended Warranty Cost is based on Invoice Price multiplied by the Percentage listed in the Extended Warranty Column All above labor and travel reimbursed at 65 or 75% of the published shop rate. Admiral 38C Scrubber PB# 4100055UM Rev.* 08/10 Page 87...
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