R.P.S. Corporation MAGNUM series Operator's Manual

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MAGNUM
Operator Manual
2009 Version 2.0
R.P.S. Corporation
Phone: 1-800-450-9824
P.O. Box 241
Fax:
1-866-632-6961
Racine, Wisconsin 53401

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  • Page 1 MAGNUM Operator Manual 2009 Version 2.0 R.P.S. Corporation Phone: 1-800-450-9824 P.O. Box 241 Fax: 1-866-632-6961 Racine, Wisconsin 53401...
  • Page 2: How To Use This Manual

    HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL This manual contains the following sections: The SAFETY section contains important information regarding hazard or unsafe practices of the - HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL machine. - SAFETY - OPERATIONS Levels of hazards are identified that could result - MAINTENANCE in product or personal injury, or severe injury - PARTS LIST...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS MACHINE INFORMATION FORM PAGE 1 WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM PAGE 2 MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS PAGE 3 COMMON WEAR PARTS PAGE 4 SAFETY MESSAGES PAGE 5 !!SAFETY PRECAUTIONS!! PAGE 6 MACHINE CONTROLS AND FEATURES PAGE 7-8 MACHINE SETUP PAGE 9 ADJUSTING &...
  • Page 7: Machine Information Form

    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 Magnum 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 8: Warranty Registration Form

    R.P.S. CORPORATION P.O. BOX 368 RACINE, WI 53401 PHONE: 800-634-4060 Dealer: __________________________ Installed By: ______________________ Install Date: ______________________ Location: (City, State)_______________ Customer Information Contact: _________________________ Name:________________________ Address:_________________________ City/State:__________________Zip______ Fax Number: _____________________ Phone Number :___________________ Model Number:___________ Serial Number:______________ Hour Meter:____________...
  • Page 9: Machine Specifications

    * HD STANDARD R.P.S. Corporation P.O. Box 368 Racine, WI 53401 Phone: (800) 634-4060 Fax: (866) 901-3335 Copyright R.P.S. Corporation 2006. All rights reserved. Since our policy is one of constant improvement, all specifications are subject to change without notice. PAGE 3...
  • Page 10: Common Wear Parts

    COMMON WEAR PARTS MODEL MODEL MODEL NOTE: # In Disk Column Denotes Pad Size: 13,15, 17 34"-DISK 26"-DISK 30"-DISK COLOR BRUSHES LEVEL PADS DISK SUPER-GRIT 13-421SS 15-421SS 17-421SS BLACK VERY HIGH SUPER BLACK ##422BB TOUGH-GRIT 13-421S 15-421S 17-421S BLACK HIGH BLACK ##422B 17-421C...
  • Page 11: Safety Messages

    SAFETY MESSAGES 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. It is not practical or possible to warn you of all the hazards associated with operating this unit.
  • Page 12: Safety Precautions

    !! SAFETY PRECAUTIONS!! Always use the charger provided by WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Shock, burns or WARNING: the manufacturer to charge the machine. electrocution can result. Always disconnect the It is an automatic charger, specifically designed batteries before servicing machine. to charge at the appropriate rate. If you must use a different charger, disconnect the batteries Batteries emit hydrogen gases.
  • Page 13: Machine Controls And Features

    MACHINE CONTROLS AND FEATURES FIGURE 1. FIGURE 2. FIGURE 3. FIGURE 4A. FIGURE 4B. PAGE 7...
  • Page 14 CONTROLS AND FEATURES SEE FIGURES (1-4) ON PAGE 7 SEE FIGURE 1 Turns the machine on and off. 1. MAIN POWER SWITCH: Controls the direction of the Traction Drive, Pull back for reverse. 2. FORWARD/REVERSE SWITCH (RED): Controls the speed of the Traction Drive, Turn counter-clockwise to reduce speed. 3.
  • Page 15: Machine Setup

    MACHINE SETUP ATTACHING SQUEEGEE UNCRATING MACHINE 1. Lower the squeegee mounting plate by Carefully check the crate for any signs of damage rotating the lift lever clockwise. and that the batteries are in the unit. To uncrate "A" (SEE BELOW ) the machine, remove banding from around the crate.
  • Page 16: Adjusting & Removing Squeegee

    ADJUSTING SQUEEGEE REMOVING SQUEEGEE 1. Turning adjustment knob clock-wise "A" 1. With the squeegee in the up position, (tightening) will lower tips & raise center. turn machine power off. (SEE PICTURE BELOW.) 2. Disconnect vacuum hose from squeegee "A" and loosen both knobs .
  • Page 17: Installing Pad Driver Or Brush

    INSTALLING DISK PAD DRIVER OR BRUSH 1. Turn on machine power. 4. Select the correct pads or brushes that best meet your cleaning application. 2. Raise the scrub deck by depressing the brush Consult your local dealer for assistance. switch (O) to the up and off position and turn machine power back off.
  • Page 18: Installing Cylindrical Brushes

    INSTALLING CYLINDRICAL BRUSHES 1. Turn on machine power. 7. Brush driver shown misaligned. (SEE BELOW) 2. Raise the scrub deck by depressing the brush switch (O) to the up and off position and turn machine power back off. Disconnect batteries. 3.
  • Page 19: Side Broom System

    SIDE BROOM SYSTEM 1. Your machine may come equipped 5. Brooms adjusted to low. (SEE BELOW) with the "optional" side broom system. (SEE BELOW) 2. Flip side broom switch up to engage broom. (yellow toggle on left side of the control panel.) (SEE MACHINE CONTROLS ON PAGE 7.) 6.
  • Page 20: Operation

    OPERATION PRE-CLEANING CHECK LIST OPERATING HINTS Read and understand the safety section on pages 5 and 6 Observe the amount of solution the machine is before operating the machine. dispensing on the floor and adjust to the desired flow. To increase the solution flow rate, rotate the solution 1.
  • Page 21 ONE PASS SCRUBBING SCRUB ONLY (SEE BELOW) (SEE BELOW) 1. Turn on machine power switch , make sure 1. Turn on machine power switch "A" "A" make sure the speed control knob is at it's lowest setting. the speed control knob " is at it's lowest setting .
  • Page 22: Adj. Solution Flow & Curtains, Draining Tanks

    ADJUST SOLUTION FLOW DRAINING SOLUTION TANK To drain unwanted cleaning solution from the solution tank, 1. Turn solution valve adjustment knob "A" perform the following steps. counter- clockwise to increase solution flow, (SEE BELOW) clockwise to decrease solution flow. (SEE BELOW) 1.
  • Page 23: Cleaning Recovery Tank

    OPEN RECOVERY LID CLEAN "DRAIN SAVER" WITH RECOVERY LID OPEN & TANK FULLY DRAINED Release both latches on recovery tank lid. "A" Remove 2" squeegee intake hose from (SEE BELOW) "A" "Drain Saver" strainer "B" . (SEE BELOW ) 2. Rotate lid fully open. 2.
  • Page 24: Tip Tank, Raise & Lower Squeegee

    TIP TANK SQUEEGEE UP 1. Fully drain solution tank. 1. To raise the squeegee off the floor rotate squeege lift lever counter- clock-wise "A" 2. Fully drain recovery tank. all the way to the left. (SEE BELOW) 3. Remove squeegee. 4.
  • Page 25: Adjust Deck Height, Vac Motor & Solution Filter

    DECK HEIGHT SOLUTION FILTER ADJUSTMENT o adjust deck height for brush clearance, 1. The solution system has a "INLINE FILTER" to filter "A" loosen jam nut on adjustment bolt turn "A", out cleaning solution prior to scrubbing. adjustment bolt clock-wise to raise deck, (SEE BELOW ) counter-clockwise to lower deck.
  • Page 26: Charging Batteries

    BATTERY CHARGING CAUTION: The following instructions are intended for the 24v charger supplied with the machine. Do not use any other charger with this machine. CHARGER SPECIFICATIONS OUTPUT VOLTAGE OF 24 VOLTS. OUTPUT CURRENT OF 25 AMPS MAX (STANDARD). OUTPUT CURRENT OF 36 AMPS MAX (OPTIONAL). INPUT VOLTAGE OF 110 VOLTS/60 HZ.
  • Page 27: On-Board Battery Charger "Optional

    ON-BOARD CHARGER RED INDICATOR LIGHT YELLOW INDICATOR LIGHT GREEN #1 INDICATOR LIGHT (CHARGE STATUS & FAULT INDICATOR) GREEN #2 INDICATOR LIGHT (AC PRESENT INDICATOR) OPERATING THE CHARGER The LED Function Chart below describes the charging process. NOTE: The LEDs discussed below in the table are the Charge Status LEDs. NOTE: The AC Present LED green#2 is lit at all times when AC is connected, and off when AC is not connected.
  • Page 28 ON-BOARD CHARGER TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution 1. Red LED stays on for 1. One or more defective or 1. Load test the batteries and replace if more than 18 Hrs. damaged cells. necessary. 2. Charger has reduced its output 2. Remove the source of the overload or voltage below the normal level due short.
  • Page 29: Battery Charger

    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 30 BATTERY CHARGER                be charged.  The charging cycle progress will be shown by red (3), yellow (4), and green (5) LED                indicators.                                                                                                         At  the  end of  the  charge, when  the green  indicator  (5)  is  on,  unplug the  cord  from  the  socket  and operate the machine.           PROBLEMS  SOLUTIONS AND CHECKS  The battery charger does not switch on.  Check  that  the  plug is  connected  to the  supply  mains  and that the fuse is efficient.  The  charging  cycle  does  not  start  and  the  Check the connection to the battery and polarity.
  • Page 31 Power Cat 24 Volt 25 Amp Sealed Battery Charger The Power Cat 2425S 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 24 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...
  • Page 33: 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 34: 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 Cell #4 Cell #5 Cell #6 Battery # 1 Hydrometer Battery # 1 Water Condition Battery # 2 Hydrometer Battery # 2 Water condition Battery # 3 Hydrometer...
  • Page 35 Blade retainers & Hardware Squeegee Wheels Brush Skirts Brush Motor Brushes Brush or Pad Driver Condition Drive Wheel Condition Caster Condition COMMENTS Technician's Name Technician's Signature Date Customer's Name: Customer's Signature Date ©2006 R.P.S. Corporation continued from previous page PAGE 29...
  • Page 36: Lcd Screen Menu Display'spage

    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 37 TROUBLESHOOTING CENTRAL COMMAND II This machine is operated by a sophisticated electronic "CONTROLLER" that has many fail-safes within it. NOTE: The controller self-analyzes problems and flashes a four-digit numeric code of what is wrong in the LCD window. Most of these codes require a technician's attention. You should not attempt repairs you are uncomfortable with, especially if you are not used to working on electronics.
  • Page 38 TROUBLESHOOTING CENTRAL COMMAND II The emergency stop button 5. 7900 AND 7901 ERROR. is out. You pressed the drive button 6. HIGH THROTTLE ERROR. before turning on the key. Turn off the key, release the drive button and try again. Low voltage warning.
  • Page 39 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 40 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.
  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION NO POWER, NOTHING OPERATES FAULTY POWER SWITCH CONTACT LOCAL SERVICING DEALER BATTERIES NEED CHARGING SEE CHARGING BATTERIES FAULTY BATTERY REPLACE BATTERY LOOSE BATTERY CABLE TIGHTEN LOOSE CABLE MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER TRIPPED WAIT 5 MINUTES FOR AUTO RESET DETERMINE CAUSE AND CORRECT BRUSH MOTOR(S) DO NOT OPERATE GREEN BUTTON IS NOT DEPRESSED...
  • Page 42 TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION NO SOLUTION FLOW NO SOLUTION IN TANK FILL SOLUTION TANK SOLUTION SWITCH OFF TURN SOLUTION SWITCH ON SOLUTION SCREEN CLOGGED REMOVE AND CLEAN SCREEN FAULTY SOLUTION SOLENOID CONTACT LOCAL SERVICING DEALER FAULTY SOLUTION SWITCH CONTACT LOCAL SERVICING DEALER POOR WATER RECOVERY RECOVERY TANK IS FULL EMPTY RECOVERY TANK...

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