Minuteman E17 User Manual
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Page 1: User Manual
User Manual E17/E20 Walk-Behind Scrubber... - Page 2 This manual is furnished with each new MINUTEMAN E17/E20. This provides the necessary operating and preventive maintenance instructions. Operators must read and understand this manual before operating or servicing this machine. This machine was designed to give you excellent performance and efficiency. For best results and minimal cost, please follow the general guidelines below: ·...
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Page 3: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications 17” (43cm) Current (Max) 32 amps Working Width E17 Voltage, Batteries 20” (60cm) E20 Working Width E20 2.5 mph (4 km/hr) Battery Capacity (Lead Acid) 105AH @ 20Hr Working Speed Battery Capacity (Gel) 65 cfm (110 m³/hr) 100AH @ 20Hr Vacuum Flow 45 in.H2O (112 mbar) -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Squeegee Lift Lever ............11 Hour Meter ................27 Solution Control Lever ............11 Solution Solenoid ..............27 Battery Gauge ..............11 After Use Charge Status Indicator ............11 Maintenance Optional Hour Meter Troubleshooting Optional Solution Solenoid Minuteman International Limited Warranty Circuit Breakers... -
Page 6: Safety Instructions
Operators must read and understand this manual before operating or maintaining this machine. Do not operate this machine in flammable or explosive areas. This machine is designed solely for scrubbing dirt and dust in an indoor environment. Minuteman does not recommend using this machine in any other capacity. -
Page 7: Unpacking Instructions
This machine is battery operated and designed to operate on 24 volts DC (2) 12-volt batteries. BATTERIES The recommended batteries are rated 105Ah (Minuteman P/N 956712) or 100Ah (Minuteman P/N 956100). We do not recommend mixing AMP hour capacities. Alternate battery sets can be used if they equal physical size and capacity. -
Page 8: Machine Overview
Machine Overview Machine Overview - Front CUP HOLDER SOLUTION FILL PORT RECOVERY TANK LID RECOVERY TANK BRUSH DECK FRONT WHEEL REAR CASTER SOLUTION TANK... -
Page 9: Rear
Machine Overview Machine Overview - Rear BAIL HANDLE RECOVERY HOSE SQUEEGEE LIFT LEVER CONTROL PANEL SOLUTION CONTROL LEVER SOLUTION TANK DRAIN HOSE / LEVEL INDICATOR RECOVERY TANK DRAIN HOSE BRUSH LIFT PEDAL ONBOARD CHARGER CORD REAR SQUEEGEE CIRCUIT BREAKERS... -
Page 10: Control Panel
Control Panel BAIL HANDLE HANDLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB KEY SWITCH SQUEEGEE LIFT LEVER SOLUTION CONTROL LEVER BATTERY GAUGE CHARGE STATUS INDICATOR... -
Page 11: Bail Handle
Control Panel For operator ergonomics, the control panel houses all the primary functions. Controls are grouped in a central area at the rear of the machine. Bail Handle (A) When the scrubdeck is lowered to the floor, The Bail Handle Enables the brush motor and moves the machine forward once depressed. -
Page 12: Optional Hour Meter
Optional Hour Meter Optional Hour Meter Minuteman offers an optional hour meter for the E17/E20. The optional kit replaces the power cord mounting bracket at the rear of the machine with one that contains an hour meter. Kit# K-E1720HM... -
Page 13: Optional Solution Solenoid
Optional Solution Solenoid Optional Solution Solenoid Minuteman offers an optional solution solenoid for the E17/E20. The optional solenoid automatically turns off the solution flow when the brush motor is not active. Kit# K-E1720S... -
Page 14: Circuit Breakers
Circuit Breakers Circuit Breakers The circuit breaker is located at the bottom of the back panel of the machine.The 4-amp breaker (A) protects the main controls circuit, The 30-amp breaker (B) protects the brush motor circuit, and the 20-amp breaker (C) protects the vacuum motor circuit. Main Control Breaker Brush Motor Breaker Vacuum Motor Breaker... -
Page 15: Battery Compartment
(see diagram). The recommended batteries are 105Ah (Minuteman P/N 956712) or 100Ah (minuteman P/N 956100) Gel. The battery tray may be drained if neccessary using the orange drain hose located above the rear caster on the right side of the machine. -
Page 16: Handle Adjustment
Handle Adjustment The E17/E20 handle was designed with operator comfort in mind. The angle and horizontal position of the handle can be adjusted to suit the needs of the operator. Angle Adjustment The handle angle can be adjusted without tools by loosening the Angle Adjustment Knob (A) on each side and rotating the handle to the desired position. -
Page 17: Horizontal Adjustment
Handle Adjustment Horizontal Adjustment The horizontal position can be adjusted by removing the 4 Mounting Bolts (B) (2 each side) with a 9/16” socket and sliding the Mounting Plate (P) to one of the 3 available positions. The machine is shipped from the factory in position 1. -
Page 18: Solution Tank Drain Hose / Level Indicator
Solution Tank Drain Hose / Level Indicator Solution Tank Drain Hose The solution tank may be drained by removing the Solution Tank Drain Hose (A) from the Hose Barb (B) and routing the hose to a floor drain. Solution Level Indicator The Solution Tank Drain Hose also serves as a water level indicator for the solution tank. -
Page 19: Solution Fill Filter
Solution Fill Filter Solution Fill Filter The Solution Fill Filter (B) should be cleaned regularly. To remove, simply open the Solution Tank Lid (A) and pull the filter out. -
Page 20: Brush Load / Unload
Loading Brush To load the brush, first center the Lower the scrub deck by releasing With the key turned on, pull the bail E17/E20 brush deck over the scrub the deck lift pedal. handle to spin the scrub brush onto brush. -
Page 21: Unloading Brush
Brush Load / Unload Unloading Brush Momentarily (1 to 2 seconds) turn the To unload the brush, first lift the scrub If done correctly the brush should deck by pressing down on the deck lift key to the “Brush Unload” position. release from the scrub deck and fall to pedal . -
Page 22: Screened Float
Screened Float If the recovery tank (C) is overfilled or a large amount of foaming is present, the screened float (B) blocks the vacuum intake inside the tank protecting the vacuum motor and internal electronics from water damage. It is essential to keep the float in working order through regular maintenance. -
Page 23: Screened Float Removal
Screened Float Removal The screened float is positioned between the vacuum manifold (A) and recovery tank (C). The screened float (B) can be accessed by removing the 1.5” bolt (D) and two 1.25” bolts (E) that attach the manifold to the recovery tank using a 7/16” socket. Vacuum Manifold Screened Float Recovery Tank... -
Page 24: Rear Squeegee
Rear Squeegee The rear squeegee is the main element of the conduit that transfers the spent solution into the recovery tank. A daily maintenance check of this component is essential to have optimum machine performance. The blade configuration has two usable edges and can be turned inside out to utilize the opposite side of the blade. -
Page 25: The E17/E20
This machine was designed with total operator comfort and ease of use in mind. All machine components have been designed as a total system to efficiently clean dirty floors. The E17/E20 has two available scrub head types and sizes to fit specific applications. -
Page 26: Machine Operation
Machine Operation To Turn on Machine: Turn key to operate position ( I ) To Turn on Vacuum: Lower squeegee into operate position, vacuum motor will turn on automatically. To Turn on Brush Motor: Move brush lift pedal from the “home” (down) position to the operating position (up). Depress the operator bail handle. Brush motor will turn on and assist to propel the machine forward. -
Page 27: Optional Equipment Operation
Machine Operation To Charge Batteries: When the battery status indicator reaches the red zone the batteries need to be recharged. Take the machine to a well ventilated area, unwind the battery charger power cord from the electrical box cover and plug into an appropriate power source. -
Page 28: After Use
After Use When finished scrubbing, lift the scrub deck and turn the solution lever off, water flow will cease. Lift the rear squeegee (the vacuum motor will turn off). Move the machine to a service area for daily maintenance and review items that may need service. -
Page 29: Maintenance
Maintenance Daily Weekly Monthly Yearly Charge Batteries Check Each Lubrication – Check Carbon Battery Cell(s) Grease Fittings Brushes Water Level Check/Clean Tanks & Inspect Scrub Hoses Housing Skirts Check/Clean/Rotate Inspect and Clean the Brushes/Pads Solution Filter Check/Clean the Squeegee Check/Clean Vacuum Shut-Off Float in Recovery Tank Have a qualified service technician check the vacuum motor carbon motor brushes once a year or after 300 operating hours. -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
Reconnect or replace recovery hose tank disconnected or damaged Worn brushes Rotate or replace brushes Poor scrubbing performance Wrong brush or cleaning chemical Consult Minuteman Debris caught on scrub brushes Remove debris Moving machine too fast Slow down Not using enough solution... - Page 31 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Remedy Machine does not operate Tripped Control Power circuit breaker Reset breaker Batteries have low charge Recharge batteries Battery charger operating Unplug battery charger when charge is complete Recovery tank full Empty recovery tank Excessive foaming in recovery tank. Empty recovery tank.
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Page 32: Minuteman International Limited Warranty
Minuteman International, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser/user that the product is free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal use. Minuteman will, at its option, repair or replace without charge, parts that fail under normal use and service when operated and maintained in accordance with the applicable operation and instruction manuals. - Page 33 This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.
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