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  • Page 1 Electronic Service Manuals This electronic document is provided as a service to our customers. We do not create the contents of the information contained in this docu- ment. Should you have detailed questions pertaining to the information contained in this document, you may contact Michco, or the manufac- turer which provided the original information in this electronic deliver- able.
  • Page 2 This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read this book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your ALTO machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Vision 17B Axle Assembly Drawing and Parts List .............. 30 Vision 17BT Axle Assembly Drawing and Parts List ............31 Vision 17B/BT Brush Lift Assembly Drawing and Parts List ..........32 Vision 17B Main Frame Assembly Drawing and Parts List ..........33 Vision 17B/BT Brush Motor Assembly Drawing and Parts List ..........
  • Page 4: Operator Safety Instructions

    Always move slowly. Do not turn the machine on a ramp. If operating a machine on a gradient over 2%, do not stop, turn, or park. Read the "Procedures For Transporting" in this manual before transporting. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -3-...
  • Page 5 Do not use this machine as a step or furniture. Do not ride on this machine. CAUTION: Your machine warranty will be voided if anything other than genuine Clarke Technology parts are used on your machine. Always use Clarke Technology parts for replacement. Page -4- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 6: Introduction & Machine Specifications

    Operator's Manual. The Vision 17B/BT can be adapted to clean any hard floor surface with a variety of floor cleaning accesso- ries including a variety of bassine, steel, polypropylene, and nylon scrub brushes, pads and pad drivers. See the list of optional accessories on page 21 of this manual.
  • Page 7: Procedures For Transporting Machine

    With the aid of another person, carefully guide the machine out of the truck or van onto the unloading ramp slowly. Never stand below machine or ramp. When guiding the machine on the unloading ramp, position yourself to maintain a slow speed. Page -6- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 8: Machine Controls & Features

    Push the circuit breakers to reset the vacuum drive motor or the brush drive motor. For the traverse model there is one additional circuit breaker for the traverse motor. Figure 4 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -7-...
  • Page 9 Traverse Switch. See Figure 9. (For the Vision 17 battery model with traverse only) The traverse switch is located on the handle. To activate the traverse, push the switch. Figure 9 Page -8- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 10 The machine support leg is located in the front of the machine under the bumper skirt. Put the machine support leg down when installing or removing a brush or pad driver. Figure 13 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -9-...
  • Page 11: How To Prepare The Machine For Operation

    Leaving the squeegee "DOWN" when the machine is not in use can damage the squeegee blades. Always leave the squeegee in the "UP" position when not in use. Figure 16 Figure 17 Page -10- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 12: How To Install The Squeegee Connection

    6. To install the brush or pad driver, align the lugs on the locking plate of the pad driver or brush with the adapter plate. 7. Turn the brush or pad driver clockwise to lock it Figure 18 in position. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -11-...
  • Page 13: How To Install The Batteries

    See figure 20 for proper positioning of the batteries. 5. Close the battery compartment and re-lock the hold-down clamps. 6. Join the connector from the batteries to the connector attached to the tank support. Page -12- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 14: How To Operate The Machine

    7. Move the machine forward in a straight and steady direction. If machine is a traverse model, select a speed and then press on the traverse handle switch to activate the traverse. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -13-...
  • Page 15: Shutting Down The Machine

    3. After the solution has set on the floor long enough to start cleaning, repeat the pass with the squeegee in the lowered position. 4. If the floor remains dirty, repeat the passes following the steps outlined in "Operating the Machine". Page -14- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    Keep feet and hands clear from under the machine. WARNING: Attempting maintenance and or repairs to this machine before emptying the solution or recovery tank could result in machine or property damage. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -15-...
  • Page 17: Procedures Before Work Is Began

    Put the end of the hose over a drain or bucket. c. Run clean water into the solution and recovery tanks to flush the tanks. d. Put the end of both hoses over a drain or Figure 27 bucket. Page -16- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 18 9. Remove the brush or pad driver. Rinse clean and allow to dry. Discard the pad if necessary. 10. Store the machine and accessories in a dry building. NOTE: Grease axle assembly wheels once a week. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -17-...
  • Page 19: Weekly Maintenance

    Never add acid to a battery after installation. CAUTION: Tap water may contain contaminants that will damage batteries. Batteries must be refilled with distilled water only. Page -18- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 20: How To Charge The Batteries

    (3-wire) wall receptacle having the voltage, Figure 31 frequency, and ampere capacity specified on the nameplate of the charger. For more instruction on the use of the charger, read the instruction book supplied with the charger. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -19-...
  • Page 21: Machine Variables

    CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Vision 17B Machine Variables VVision 17 BT Vision 17B x 00380E Vision 17B with Brake x x x x x x x x x x x 00380A Vision 17B Machine 00390E Vision 17BT with Brake x x x x...
  • Page 22: Accessories

    18800A Squeege Asm. the last publication of this manual. PADS BY CASE Color Vision 17 Color Vision 17 Yellow 979169 Green 976157 White 976052 Brown 976055 976053 Black 976158 Blue 976054 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -21-...
  • Page 23 NOTESS Page -22- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 24: Section Ii - Parts And Service Manual

    Vision 17B/BT Section II Parts and Service Manual (78454B) CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -23-...
  • Page 25: How To Correct Problems In The Machine

    Have an authorized service person casters or to the solution valve. make the repairs. The motor is not running. Repair the wiring, replace the switch, Service the motor, circuit breaker and the contractor. Page -24- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 26 NOTESS CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -25-...
  • Page 27: Vision 17B Machine Assembly Drawing

    CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Vision 17B Machine #00380B, 24V Battery, Machine Assembly - 3/00 Page -26- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 28: Parts List

    755161 Latch 962987 Screw 832002 Clamp, Plastic 61224A Bracket, Recovery 47202A Suppressor, EMI 699202 Wire Ties 77049A Label, Squeegee Lift 77053A Tag, Instruction 77077A Plate, Warning Head 77233A Label, C. E. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -27-...
  • Page 29: Vision 17Bt Machine Assembly Drawing

    CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Vision17 BT Model #00390A, 24V Battery Machine Assembly Drawing - 3/00 Page -28- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 30: Parts List

    84237A Screw 10 -32 x ½ Pan 77076A Plate, Warning (Hands) Page 36 ASM, Control Panel 77077A Plate, Warning (Head) 55502A Knob, Solution Control 77233A Label, C. E. 49730A Harness Control CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -29-...
  • Page 31: Vision 17B Axle Assembly Drawing And Parts List

    Wheel 54014A Fitting, Grease, ¼"-20 60196A Shaft 87039A Washer, Fender ¼" SS NOTE: Place washers as required to center the wheels (Number of washers may vary) NOTE: Grease wheels once a week. Page -30- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 32: Vision 17Bt Axle Assembly Drawing And Parts List

    Key, 605 S & L 54014A Fitting, Grease 58711A Sprocket 87039A Washer, Fender 1/4" *NOTE: Place washers as required to center the wheels (Number of washers may vary) NOTE: Grease wheels once a week. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -31-...
  • Page 33: Vision 17B/Bt Brush Lift Assembly Drawing And Parts List

    Vision 17B/BT Brush Lift Drawing Assembly & Parts List 11/98 Form #16608A Part No. Description 65424A Lift Brush, Weldment 85600A Screw 1/4 - 20 51516A Bushing 608210 Spacer, Handle, Bolt 920208 Nut, ¼-20 Page -32- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 34: Vision 17B Main Frame Assembly Drawing And Parts List

    Screw ¼-20 x ¾ 81112A Nut, - 18 ESNA 722021 Clamp, Hose 84229A Screw, - 18 x .88 87614A Washer Int., Ext. See pg 42 Kit, Parking Brake STD on European Models CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -33-...
  • Page 35: Vision 17B/Bt Brush Motor Assembly Drawing And Parts List

    85389A Screw, - 16 x 81104A Nut, ¼ - 20 Nylock 980638 Lockwasher 980662 Washer 61238A Bracket, Motor Lift 67865A Spacer, Tilt Handle 68761A Guide, LH 63600A Guide RH 58901A Tie, Wire Page -34- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 36: Vision 17B Control Panel Assembly Drawing And Parts List

    CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Vision17B Panel Assembly Non-Traverse Model Drawing & Parts List 11/98 Form # 17641A Part No. Description 44405A Meter, Battery 66179B Panel, Control 47316B Switch 54349A Gasket CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -35-...
  • Page 37: Vision 17Bt Control Panel Assembly Drawing And Parts List

    Drawing and Parts List 11/98 Form #17640A Part No. Description 44405A Meter, Battery 47380A Switch, Key (Incl. 2 of item #6) 47304A Switch, 3-Position 69806B Panel, Control 47316B Switch 55413A 54349A Gasket Page -36- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 38: Vision 17 Squeegee Assembly Drawing And Parts List

    Screw ¼ - 20 X ½ 838201 Spacer, Wheel Guide 839702 Wheel, Brush Guide 962841 Screw, - 18 x 1¼ Blades Available: 30918A Blade, Sq., Front Nitrile/EPDM 30919A Blade, Sq., Rear Nitrile/EPDM CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -37-...
  • Page 39: Vision 17 Solution Tank Assembly Drawing And Parts List

    Handle, Squeegee Lift 832002 Clamp, Hose 53030A Spring, Taper 839401 Drain 980651 Washer 38964B Tank, Solution 80031A Bolt, Shoulder 962943 Screw 52755A Cover, Handle 722021 Clamp, Hose 52503A Cable, Solution 833401 Gasket, Drain Page -38- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 40: Vision 17 Recovery Tank Assembly Drawing And Parts List

    Switch, Float Shut-Off 85519A Screw, ¼-20 x 832322 Cover, Solution Tank 39323A Tube, Recovery 34256A Gasket, Recovery Drain 51828A Strap, Hose 81110A Nut 10-24 920797 Nut, Drain Valve Lock 66933A Elbow, Retainer CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -39-...
  • Page 41: Vision 17B Support Assembly Drawing And Parts List

    Bracket, Tank 49728A Harness, Control 85395A Screw, ¼ - 20 x ½ 41428A Breaker, 35A 962212 Screw, 6-32 x 85387A Screw, ¼ - 20 x 61246A Bracket, Battery Plug 77050A Label, Brush Lift Page -40- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 42: Vision 17Bt Support Assembly Drawing And Parts List

    85395A Screw, ¼ - 20 x ½ 41428A Breaker, 35A 87026A Washer ¼ 61246A Bracket, Battery Plug 962212 Screw, 6-32 x 85387A Screw, ¼ - 20 x 77050A Label, Brush Lift CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -41-...
  • Page 43: Vision 17Bt Brake Kit Assembly Drawing And Parts List

    17519A Brake, Pad Weldment 87036A Washer, #10 S.S. 85397A Screw, 10-24 x S.S. 67422A Shaft, Brake 87613A Washer, Nylon 67133A Rod, Brake 10735A Pedal, Brake 608340 Spring, Brake Ref. Machine Frame ref. Page -42- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 44: Vision 17B/Bt Vacuum Motor Drawing And Parts List

    Disc Washer Bearing 59803A Washer, Neoprene Bracket, Fan End *NOTE: #'s 3, 8, 10, 12, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22 & 23 58500A Spacer are not available at this time. CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -43-...
  • Page 45: Vision 17 Brush Gear Box Drawing And Parts List

    Description 57846A Ring, Snap 58143A Seal, Oil, Small 52050A Cap End 56668A O - Ring 51176A Bearing, Large 58316A Shaft and Gear 902605 Bearing, Small 54883A Housing 58144A Seal, Oil Large Grease Page -44- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 46: Vision 17 Brush Motor Drawing And Parts List

    Brush Board Assembly (w/ Springs & Brushes) 448396 Brush Spring 40826A Brush Assembly 55657A Lead Assembly 55656A Lead Assembly 59805A Helical Washer 50515A Thru Bolt 44809A Shaft Key 54238A B.E. Bracket Assembly (Gear Box) CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -45-...
  • Page 47: Vision 17Bt Traverse Motor Drawing And Parts List

    Stud, 10-32 X 6.45 58694A Load Spring 53319A Load Spring 59868A Washer Nut, Keps 10-32 57850A Ring, Bearing Mounting Loctite 404 Grease, Nyooel 15# Gear Housing Spacer *Illustrated for assembly reference only. Page -46- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 48: Vision 17Bt Traverse Motor Drawing And Parts List

    Carbon, Brush 55412A 58152A Shaft, Seal 54370A Gasket, O'Ring 54416A Gear Assembly Gear Housing 52060A Cap, Gear Head 47905A Terminal, ¼ FIFQD 47905A Terminal, ¼ FIFQD 1.9 oz. Mobilith SCH 1500 Oil CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -47-...
  • Page 49: Vision 17B/Bt Battery Charger Drawing And Parts List

    912216 Strain Relief, A.C. Cord 837525 837525 Strain Relief, D.C. Cord 837525 837525 D.C. Cord Assembly 908981 908981 A.C. Cord Assembly 908982 908983 Housing 911470 911470 D.C. Plug Lock Key 795020 795020 Page -48- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 50: Vision 17B Electrical Schematic

    CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Vision 17B Model #00380A - 24 V Electrical Schematic 8/98 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -49-...
  • Page 51: Vision 17Bt Electrical Schematic

    CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Vision 17BT Model #00390A - 24 V Electrical Schematic 4/03 Page -50- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 52: Vision 17B Connection Diagram

    CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Vision 17B 24V Connection Diagram 6/01 CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Vision 17B/BT Page -51-...
  • Page 53: Vision 17Bt Connection Diagram

    CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Vision 17BT 24V Connection Diagram 6/01 Page -52- CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual -Vision 17B/BT...
  • Page 54 Springdale, Arkansas 72764 (479) 750-1000 Customer Service - 1-800-253-0367 SALES SUBSIDIARIES Technical Service - 1-800-356-7274 ALTO Canada Ltd., Rexdale Ontario ALTO U.S. Inc., Bowling Green, Ohio 43402 24 Constellation Ct. 1100 Haskins Road (416) 675-5830 ALTO Overseas Inc., Sydney (Australia) SERVICE FACILITIES...
  • Page 55 Clarke Technology will repair the product and/or replace any defective parts with out charge within a reasonable time after receipt of the product. ALTO U.S. Inc., 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764. BATTERY WARRANTY...

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