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- Page 1 Model Operator Manual 2010 Version 3.0 R.P.S. Corporation Phone: 1-800-634-4060 Mailing: P.O. Box 368 Fax: 1-866-901-3335 Racine, Wi. 53401 Shipping: 1711 South st. Racine, Wi. 53404...
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Page 2: How To Use This Manual
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL The SAFETY section contains important information regarding hazard or unsafe practices of the machine. Levels of hazards are identified that could result in product This manual contains the following sections: or personal injury, or severe injury resulting in death. - HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL The OPERATIONS section is to familiarize the operator with the - SAFETY... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Machine Information Page 1 Machine delivery form Page 2 Machine specifications Page 3 Common wear parts/scrub brushes Page 4 Safety messages Page 5 !!Safety precautions!! Page 6 Machine controls and features Page 7-8 Lcd screen menu displays Page 9 Machine setup Page 10... - Page 4 Warranty will be granted at the sole discretion of RPS Corporation and is subject to final claim and parts review by R.P.S. Corporation and its vendors. This policy is effective January 1, 2010 and is subject to change on production units at a future date.
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Page 5: Machine Information
This operator and parts manual should be considered a permanent part of the unit and should remain with the unit at all times. This operator and parts manual covers all the GTX series scrubbers. You may find descriptions and features that are not on your particular model. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of printing. -
Page 6: Machine Delivery Form
Machine Install / Warranty Registration 1-800-634-4060 www.factorycat.com Installing Dealer: Installed By: Location: (City, State): Install Date: End-User Company Name End-User Contact: Address: City/State: Phone: Fax: Email: Model: Serial #: Hour Meter: BUYER’S REPRESENTATIVE HAS RECEIVED INSTRUCTION IN PROPER OPERATION OF THE FOLLOWING CONTROLS AND FEATURES: SCRUBBERS Filling solution tank, Solution tank sight tube, Solution drain hose or valve for flushing and freezing conditions Adjusting controls &... -
Page 7: Machine Specifications
SPECS Disk Cylindrical BODY CONSTRUCTION Tank Material: (3/8”) Roto-Poly (3/8”) Roto-Poly Frame Construction: 3/16” Coated Steel 3/16” Coated Steel Front Wheel: 10” x 3” 10” x 3” Rear Wheel: (2) 12” x 5” (2) 12” x 5” Body Dimensions ( 54”... -
Page 8: Common Wear Parts/Scrub Brushes
Common Wear Parts Brushes Model Model Model NOTE: # In Disk Column Denotes Pad Size: 13,15, 17 26"-Disk 30"-Disk 34"-Disk Pads Disk Level Color Super-Grit 13-421 SS 15-421 SS 17-421 SS Super-Black ##-422 BB Very High Black Tough-Grit 13-421 S 15-421 S 17-421 S Black... -
Page 9: Safety Messages
Safety Message Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important, and operating this unit safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other safety information in the manual. This information informs you of potential hazards that could hurt you or others. -
Page 10: Safety Precautions
!! Safety Precautions!! Always use the charger provided by the Warning: Warning: Hazardous voltage. Shock, burns or manufacturer to charge the machine. It is an electrocution can result. Always disconnect the automatic charger, specifically designed to charge batteries before servicing machine. at the appropriate rate. -
Page 11: Machine Controls And Features
Machine Controls and Features 42 43 50 51 PAGE 7... - Page 12 Controls and Functions latch must be secured for recovery tank to seal properly. 1. Recovery tank lid: steers the machine. 2. Steering wheel: helps you see in low light areas and to warn oncoming traffic. 3. Headlight: helps prevent damage to machine and objects you may drive close to. 4.
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Page 13: Lcd Screen Menu Displays
LCD Screen Menu Displays SCREEN # 1 (Operator) SCREEN #3 (Maintenance) SCREEN W/ERROR CODE ***Use green menu selection button on control panel to change screens*** - Indicates the energy level remaining in the batteries. (Shown on all menu displays) Battery level indicator - Sets the down pressure on the brushes. -
Page 14: Machine Setup
Machine Setup Uncrating Machine and Connecting Batteries 1. Carefully check the crate for any signs of damage. Batteries are in the unit. 2. To uncrate the machine, remove banding from around the crate. Take off the top and sides and dispose of properly. 3. -
Page 15: Attaching Squeegee
Removing Squeegee Attaching Squeegee 1. Lower the squeegee mounting plate by 1. With the squeegee in the down position, turn depressing the squeegee switch to the key switch off & remove key. down positio (See picture below) 2. Disconnect vacuum hose from squeegee and loosen the (2) knobs. -
Page 16: Adjusting Squeegee
Adjusting Squeegee 1. Turning adjustment knob clock-wise (tightening) will raise tips & lower the center of the squeegee. (SEE PICTURE TO THE LEFT) 2. This squeegee is adjusted too far back and will not pick up on the outer tips of the squeegee. Note: the tips of the squeegee are off the floor. -
Page 17: Leveling Scrub Deck
Leveling Scrubdecks Leveling Disk Scrubdeck 1. Drive machine to a flat level surface and turn machine off. (See picture to the left) 2. Deck should be raised off the floor. 3. With the shrouds off, measure from the ground to a parallel surface on all four corners of the scrubdeck. -
Page 18: Attaching Brushes
Attaching Disk Brushes/Pads 1. Turn "on" machine power. 2. Raise the scrub deck by depressing the brush switch to the position and turn ("0") machine power "off". Disconnect batteries. (See picture to the left) 3. Loosen knobs and remove shrouds to access scrub deck (See picture to the left) 4. -
Page 19: Adjusting Shrouds
Adjusting Shrouds 1. The shroud must be adjusted correctly in order to have proper water control during turns. the front of the shroud should be slightly higher than the rear. (See picture to the left) 2. To adjust shrouds loosen knobs remove shroud. -
Page 20: Adjusting Cylindrical Side Wipers
Adjusting Cylindrical Side Wipers 1. The cylindrical deck comes euipped with side wipers for increased water control when turning. (See picture to the left) 2. To adjust the side wipers, first loosen the locking nut , then turn the adjusting screw in to raise or out to lower the height of the side wiper blade. -
Page 21: Solution System
Solution System BOTH TANKS EMPTY ! 1. To access the items listed below, CABLES completely drain solution and recovery tanks (See picture to the left) I. Carefully tip the tank back until it is supported by the strap. II. Gate Valve III. -
Page 22: Vacuum System
Vac System 1. The "high recovery" light (A) ( red) will illuminate and the horn will sound when the recovery tank is full. Stop immediately and drain the recovery tank. (See picture to the left) If the red light is ignored the vac motor will overheat. -
Page 23: Machine Operation
Operation One pass scrubbing Pre-cleaning check list Steps: (see picture below) Read and understand the safety section on page 5 and 6 before operating machine. 1. Turn machine on with the key switch. 2. Lower squeegee by pressing the switch. 1. -
Page 24: Double Scrubbing
Operation Double Scrubbing Vac Only Scrubbing Steps: (see picture below) Steps: (see picture below) 1. Turn machine on with the key switch. 1. Turn machine on with the key switch. 2. Lower scrub head to the floor, use the 2. Lower squeegee by pressing the switch. top half of the brush switch. - Page 25 Operating Hints 1. Observe the amount of solution the machine is dispensing on the floor and adjust to the desired flow. To increase the solution flow rate, push solution switch (A) + , to decrease push solution switch (A) - . (See picture to the left) 2.
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Page 26: Draining Recovery & Solution Tanks
Drain Recovery Tank Drain Solution Tank Always empty recovery tank when refilling the solution To drain left over cleaning solution from the solution tank, tank. To drain the recovery tank, perform the following perform the following steps. steps. 1. Pull the clear sight tube/drain hose off barbed fitting. -
Page 27: Rec. Float Shut Off
Recovery Tank Recovery Tank Drain Saver Float Shut-Off The recovery tank drain saver will help prevent the drain When water is no longer being vacuumed from becoming clogged with debris. from the floor and the vacuum fan is operating, the ball float has engaged the red 1. -
Page 28: Standard Battery Charging
Standard Battery Charging Charger Specifications Standard Charger DC Output voltage of 36 volts. (Standard) Caution: the following instructions are intended for the Output current of 25 amps max. (Standard) 36v charger supplied with the machine. Do not use Output current of 36 amps max. any non OEM charger with this machine. -
Page 29: Optional Battery Charging
Optional Battery Charging On-Board Charger Charger Specifications Caution : the following instructions are intended for the 36v Output voltage of 36 volts. (optional) "optional" on-board charger . (See left middle picture) Output current of 25 amps max. Input voltage of 110 volts/60 Hz. Automatic shut off circuit. -
Page 30: On-Board Charger Operator Manual
BATTERY CHARGER OPERATING MANUAL GENERAL INFORMATION AND WARNING • Electronic automatic battery charger with microprocessor suitable for any battery type. • Fully automatic charging cycle with electronic setting; protected against overload, short‐circuit at clamps and reversed polarity. • Never disconnect the battery while charging: this could cause sparks. • Never use the equipment in the rain, in areas used for washing and in damp areas. • Before starting to charge, make sure the voltage of the equipment suits the voltage of the battery and that the selected charging curve (for lead‐acid free batteries and airtight gel batteries) is correct for the type of battery to be charged. In addition, make sure the rated input voltage ... - Page 31 Power Cat 36 Volt 25 Amp Sealed Battery Charger The Power Cat 3625S is a sealed high frequency electronic battery charger with an on board microprocessor that can be programmed for different types of batteries. The charger features a fully automatic charging cycle and has built in protection against short circuits and reverse polarity.
- Page 32 Power Cat 36 Volt 25 Amp Sealed Battery Charger EZlamp Code Charger Phase Flashing RED Internal charger check – “Flooded Lead Settings” Flashing RED & GREEN Internal charger check – “AGM Settings” Steady RED Indicates first and second phase of charge Steady YELLOW Indicates finish charge in progress Steady GREEN...
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Page 33: Changing Batteries
Changing Batteries Stop machine in a clean area next to the charger. Turn off machine. For safety: Before leaving or servicing the machine; stop on level surface, turn off machine and remove key. Use eye protection. 1. Tip back tank to expose batteries. 2. -
Page 34: Side Broom System
Side Broom System 1. Flip side broom switch (A) up to lower and 6. Picture below shows brooms to high. engage broom. (See picture below) 2. To adjust side broom height, loosen locking nut located behind screwhead of screw that is in front of scrubdeck just inside the side wall of frame on each side of the machine. -
Page 35: Overhead Guard
Machine options HD Side Doors Overhead Guard 1. Your machine may be equipped with an "optional" 1. Your machine may be equipped with "optional" "Overhead Guard" (A) that helps protect the operator "Heavy Duty Side Doors" (C) that helps protect the from falling objects that are above the operators head . -
Page 36: Diffuser Exhaust Bar
Machine options Water control lock out Down pressure lock-out Your machine may be equipped with a "optional" water Your machine may be equipped with a "optional" down control lock out switch (A) , which prevents people from pressure lock out switch (B) , which prevents people changing the water levels on the machine. -
Page 37: On-Board Soap
Machine options Attach vac hose here Vac Wand Spray Hose On-board Soap 1. Turn on spray jet pump using the 1. Detach vac hose from squeegee 1. Switch toggel switch up once for and attach it to the vac wand. togle switch on the central normal soap distribution and up twice (See picture above) -
Page 38: Maintenance & Storing Machine
Maintenance Daily Maintenance Yearly Maintenance Remove and clean pads or brushes. Never use soiled Call your local dealer for yearly maintenance pads when cleaning. Replace pads when they become packed with residue. Storing Machine Remove and clean debris from the float shut-off screen and drain saver located inside the recovery tank. - Page 39 Maintenance Service Schedule Maintenance Sevice Schedule Maintenance Before each work After each work 50 hrs 100 hrs 200 hrs period period Check water level of batteries after charging add distilled water if necessary Check that recovery tank cover seals tightly Visualy check for damaged or worn tires Check brushes or pads for proper installation Check vacuum hose connections...
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Page 40: Preventative Maintenance Records
Preventative Maintenance Records CUSTOMER INFORMATION CUSTOMER ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CODE MACHINE INFORMATION MODEL # SERIAL # WORK ORDER# HOUR METER: BATTERY CONDITION Cell #1 Cell #2 Cell #3 Battery # 1 Hydrometer Reading Battery # 1 Water Condition Battery # 2 Hydrometer Reading Battery # 2 Water condition Battery # 3 Hydrometer Reading Battery # 3 Water Condition... - Page 41 Preventative Maintenance Records CHECK OPERATION AND CONDITION OF: IN SPEC REPAIR PROBLEM Brush Switch Solution Potentiometer Solution Solenoid Solution Drain Valve Low Solution Light Brush Deck Lift System Brush Motors & Motor Brushes Vacuum Switch Vacuum Motor performance Off-Board Vac Switch Squeegee Lift System Squeegee Adjustment Squeegee Blades...
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Page 42: Troubleshooting Central Command
Troubleshooting Central Command Note : this machine is operated by a sophisticated electronic "controller" that has many fail-safes within it. It self-analyzes problems and flashes a four-digit alpha-numeric code of what is wrong in the LCD window. Most of these codes require a technician attention. You should not attempt repairs you are unfamiliar with, especially if you are not authorized to work on this equipment. - Page 43 Troubleshooting Central Command 5. 7700. Vacuum motor circuit is open. You pressed the foot pedal before 6. Throttle error. turning on the key. Turn off the key and try again, leaving foot off of the pedal. Low voltage warning. Voltage 7.
- Page 44 TROUBLESHOOTING CENTRAL COMMAND II V4 Code Fault Description Course of correction 0700 Bias Voltage Error High reference signal is grounded 0701 Mid Rail Voltage High 0702 Mid rail bias voltage high 0704 12V supply failure 0705 2.5 V reference error 0706 High reference ground fault 5 Volt reference is Contacting 0 Volt Reference...
- Page 45 TROUBLESHOOTING CENTRAL COMMAND II V4 *CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE* 7001 Push Activated in Drive Mode Freewheel input signal activated while driving. Disconnect freewheel switch. NOTE: As of this reading, we do not use Freewheel. This permits pushing machine more easily b y disconnecting traction motor from control. 7500 Throttle Comms Time Out Problem with LCD dash module or with wiring to it.
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Page 46: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Contact local servicing dealer No power, nothing operates Faulty key switch See charging batteries Batteries need charging Faulty battery Replace battery Tighten loose cable Loose battery cable Wait 5 minutes for auto reset Main circuit breaker tripped Determine cause and correct Brush motor(s) do not operate Brush deck is not down... - Page 47 Troubleshooting Solution Problem Cause Fill solution tank No solution flow No solution in tank Rotate lever to on Solution valve off Turn solution switch on Solution switch off Remove and clean screen Solution screen clogged Contact local servicing dealer Faulty solution solenoid Contact local servicing dealer Faulty solution switch Empty recovery tank...