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Parts and Instruction Manual E17/E20 Scrubber...
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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: •...
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. The following information below may cause a potential hazard to the operator and equipment.
Inspection & Unpacking Carefully unpack and inspect your E17/E20 Walk-Behind Scrubber for shipping damage. Follow unpacking instructions on shipping pallet. Each unit has been tested and thoroughly inspected before shipment. Any damage is the responsibility of the delivery carrier who should be notified immediately.
Machine Overview - Front CUP HOLDER SOLUTION FILL PORT RECOVERY TANK LID RECOVERY TANK BRUSH DECK FRONT WHEEL REAR CASTER SOLUTION TANK 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...
Machine Overview - Control Panel BAIL HANDLE HANDLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB KEY SWITCH SQUEEGEE LIFT LEVER SOLUTION CONTROL LEVER BATTERY GAUGE CHARGE STATUS INDICATOR The 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.
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 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.
12-volt batteries connected in series. Connect the batteries according to the battery con- nection diagram (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 or- ange drain hose located above the rear caster on the right side of the machine.
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.
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.
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.
Lower the scrub deck by To load the brush, first center bail handle to spin the scrub releasing the deck lift pedal. the E17/E20 brush deck over brush onto the scrubdeck. the scrub brush. Unloading Brush Momentarily (1 to 2 seconds)
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.
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. Please contact your Minuteman representative for specific recommendations for the correct scrub head type, size, and brush type and chemical applications.
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.
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.
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...
E17/20 Base Assembly BILL OF MATERIAL - 172001BASE ITEM PART NO. REQ'D DESCRIPTION 172013 SOL TANK ASSY, ES1720 172014 REC TANK ASSY 172144 PANEL, FRONT 1720 711504 WSR-FLAT 1/4 ID SS 711543 WSR-HELICAL #10 712041 BLT- SHLDR 1/4-20 X .44 X .37 712312 WSR-FLAT .187 X 1.25...
Solution Valve Assembly BILL OF MATERIAL - 172064 ITEM PART NO. REQ'D DESCRIPTION 172063 BKT, SOL VALVE MOUNT 172158 HOSE, 1/2"ID X 7.5" NYLOBRAID 320265 FITTING DUBL 3/8HBx3/8MPT 383347 CRIMP CLAMP 1/2 HOSE SS 185R 711512 WSR-FLAT .75X1.37X.08 711513 WSR-FLAT .69 X 1.06 X .03 SS 809415 VALVE, 3/8 FPT, 45 OPEN/CLOSE 827008...
Solution Tank Assembly BILL OF MATERIAL - 172013 ITEM PART NO. REQ'D DESCRIPTION 172003 SOLUTION TANK, ES1720 172080 HANDLE MOUNT ASSY, LEFT 172082 HANDLE MOUNT ASSY, RIGHT 260579 TOOL CLIP, 1.5" HOSE 342438 FITTING, 1/2 MPT 1/2 HB BRASS 711507 WSR-FLAT .37 X 1.12 X .06 711546 WSR-HELICAL 3/8...
Lift Pedal Stop Assembly BILL OF MATERIAL - 172157 ITEM PART NO. REQ'D DESCRIPTION 172036 BKT, PEDAL STOP 172065 CLIP, FOR 1/2" ID HOSE 710493 SCR-MC 4-40 X .75 PAN HD 710530 SCR-MC FL HD 8-32 X .50 BRS 711428 NUT-HEX 4-40 712326 WSR-INT LOCK #4...
Recovery Tank Assembly BOM BILL OF MATERIAL - 172014 ITEM PART NO. REQ'D DESCRIPTION 172004 ES1720 RECOVERY TANK 172005 ES1720 VACUUM MANIFOLD 172007 ES1720 LID 172011 HOSE, PINCH-OFF W/ CAP, 36" 172017 GASKET, LID 172049 HINGE, RECOVERY TANK 172067 REC TANK CABLE ASSY 11.625 172132 SCREENED FLOAT 260203...
Handle Assembly BILL O F M ATERIAL - 172016 IT EM P ART NO . REQ'D DES CRIP TIO N 172006 E S 1720 HA NDLE 172053 B A IL P LA TE W M T RH 172054 B A IL P LA TE W M T LH 172057 E S 1720 LE A F S P RING 172059...
Vac Motor Assembly B I L L O F M A T E R IA L - 1 7 2 0 5 0 I T E M P A R T N O . R E Q 'D D E S C R I P T I O N 1 7 2 0 4 5 V A C M O U N T W M T, E S 1 7 2 0 1 7 2 0 4 8...
E17 Brush Hub Assembly BILL OF MATERIAL - 172165 ITEM PART NO. REQ'D DESCRIPTION 172133 BRUSH HUB SPACER 711554 WSR-INTERNAL LOCK 1/4 ID 717026 SCR-SC SHCS M6X1.0 X 25 STL Z 172096MCH BASE, DRIVE HUB WITH KEYWAY 172097MCH HUB, MACHINED FOR E17...
E20 Brush Hub Assembly BILL OF MATERIAL - 172095 ITEM PART NO. REQ'D DESCRIPTION 172097 ES1720 BRUSH HUB BASE 172133 BRUSH HUB SPACER 711554 WSR-INTERNAL LOCK 1/4 ID 717026 SCR-SC SHCS M6X1.0 X 25 STL Z 172096MCH BASE, DRIVE HUB WITH KEYWAY Parts and Instruction Manual Page 39...
Squeegee Mechanism Assembly BILL OF MATERIAL - 172170 ITEM PART NO. REQ'D DESCRIPTION 172171 SQUEEGEE MECH WMT 172173 BKT, MAIN SQUEEGEE HINGE 172175 BKT, STANDOFF 260579 TOOL CLIP, 1.5" HOSE 430073 GASKET DIE CUT PS BACK 710530 SCR-MC FL HD 8-32 X .50 BRS 711504 WSR-FLAT 1/4 ID SS 711678...
A potential health hazard exits without original equipment replacement. All warranted items become the sole property of Minuteman or its original manufacturer, whichever the case may be. Minuteman disclaims any implied warranty, including the warranty of merchantability and the warranty of fitness for a particular purpose.