If you are using the manual, watch the training DVD (also available on line at Rotovac,com) and then call Rotovac toll-free before using for valuable tips and pointers at 1-888-768-6822. (Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday P.S.T.)
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OVERVIEW 360i The Rotovac maneuvers in the same manner as a rotary floor buffer with a “heal and toe” left to right cleaning motion. If you have never operated a rotary floor type machine, this will take a little practice to learn how to control properly.
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SPEED CONTROL DIAL SLOW DOWN HEAD SPEED WHEN CLEANING NEAR OBJECTS THAT HEADS COULD HIT. The head rotation speed is adjustable from 0 to 200 RPM. This allows the operator to adjust the head speed for different types of carpets. When cleaning berber or commercial glue down, a slower speed will sometimes give better cleaning and/or drying results.
360i brush head. You can pre-scrub with or without the vacuum turned on, and then clean, rinse and extract by activating the solution valve.
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* Do not use in standing water, such as on a flooded carpet. * Always use a grounded electrical outlet. Keep the control box on the handle dry. If the control box becomes wet, do not operate, call Rotovac for instructions. 360i...
Routine Maintenance Removing the Cleaning Head Note: Always check that the vacuum is disabled and the felt seal remains seated in position when replacing the cleaning head. Tools Needed: Rubber Mallet, 7/8” Wrench, Small Block Note: In most cases removal of cleaning heads will not require the use of any tools, however, if routine maintenance and regular removal of cleaning of heads is not performed the head may become more difficult to remove and may require more forceful methods of removal.
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2) While facing the cleaning head, use the heel of your shoe to stomp down on the right side of a vacuum head so that the head unscrews clockwise from the motor. If the head is stuck try a rubber mallet and a block of wood. Head Stuck on 360 Removal Technique: Should initial procedure prove unsuccessful more forcs may be necessary.
The Round Glide Discs are accessible from the underside without disassembly. Sprayer System Maintenance 360i Periodically tilt the back and visually inspect the spray pattern of the jets to make sure they are not clogged or aimed in the wrong direction. The spray fan pattern should be aligned with the vacuum slots and should never go beyond the outer edge of the vacuum slot.
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ROTOVAC 360i - CONTROLS WIRING 230 VAC INPUT POWER CONTROL COVER INSIDE VIEW A-A HANDLE CONTROLS INSIDE VIEW SCALE 2:1 SCALE 2:1 Carpet Cleaning Head (RA -105A complete)
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Vacuum System Maintenance Sprayer System Maintenance ITEM # QUANTITY ROTOVAC P/N DESCRIPTION RP-203A VACUUM DISC RA-106A COVER/SEAL ASSEMBLY RP-313 FELT SEAL RA-113 SMOOTHGLIDE VACUUM SHOE ASSEMBLY-L.H. RP-207A GLIDE SHOE RA-108 SPRAYER ASSEMBLY A-2329AL MALE SHAFT (LH) RV-412 SMALL O-RING S-023...
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VENT CHECK (FROM S/N 1803) S-023 O-RING RV-412 SMALL O-RING A-2329AL MALE SHAFT (LH) RV-609 FLAT HEAD SCREW RA-106A COVER/SEAL ASSEMBLY RV-497 FLAT HEAD SCREW RV-435A BRUSH SKIRT RV-450 SHEET METAL SCREW RP-313 FELT SEAL S-0261 SPRAY JET (1.0) 360i TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE...
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1. Motor bogging down or stopping 360i *The has a built in torque governor that will cause the motor to bog down or stop if overloaded or used improperly. This feature ensures long motor and gear box life because it forces the operator...
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WARRANTY Rotovac Corporation products are warranted to be free of defects in material for 1 year as noted below: During this warranty period, we will repair or replace, at our sole option, free of charge, any parts shown to be defective in either material or workmanship. Said parts must be returned with postage or freight pre-paid.
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