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Summary of Contents for Duplex 340
- Page 1 Instruction Manual Use and Maintenance TEKNA STANDARD STEAM STEAM PLUS DUPLEX FLOOR WASHER / CARPET 340 / 420 / 620 CLEANER...
- Page 2 WARNINGS READ THE INSTRUCTIONS OF THIS BOOKLET CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. See Directive ISO 7000-0434-1691-0790 WARNING: This appliance cannot be used to collect hazardous dusts WARNING: This device is intended for use exclusively with the brushes specified by the manufacturer. The use of any other brushes could compromise the safety of the device.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
MACHINE ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLING THE HANDLE STEAM GENERATOR OPERATION ........................... 14 LOADING THE WASHING LIQUID DUPLEX STEAM 340 AND 420 AND DUPLEX STEAM PLUS 420 AND 620 ............. 15 STARTING UP USE PROCEDURE FOR ALL MODELS 1.10 HOW TO WASH FLOORS STAGE 1 ................................. - Page 4 DUPLEX 340-420-620 HINTS ON THE “STEAM” GENERATOR OPERATION ..................... 32 1.18 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS WET STRIPES ON THE SIDES ..........................32 THE DIRT IS NOT PICKED UP ..........................32 DOES NOT START UP ............................33 IT VIBRATES ................................. 33 LIQUID FLOWS CONTINUOUSLY ..........................33 THE LIQUID CONTINUES TO RUN OUT EVEN WHEN THE PISTONS HAVE RE-ENTERED AND ONE TANK SUPPLIES MORE LIQUID THAN THE OTHER ..............33.
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Page 5: Foreword
WARNING: Operators must be adequately trained to use the machine. FOREWORD DUPLEX is a machine for washing floors equipped with an original automatic system for recovering dirty water. Its special manufacturing characteristic consists of the off-set position of the cylindrical brushes that thanks to their strong rotation permit: •... -
Page 6: Proper And Improper Use
DUPLEX 340-420-620 DUPLEX is covered by international patents and has been designed and built according to the best Italian technical tradition exploiting the know-how of an extremely high technological level. PROPER AND IMPROPER USE The proper use of this appliance includes washing, scrubbing and drying applications in... -
Page 7: General Warnings
DUPLEX 340-420-620 GENERAL WARNINGS MAINS CABLE WITH PLUG • Check the Mains Cable regularly to see if there is any sign of damage: cracking, peeling, ageing. • If the Mains Cable is damaged, replace it before using the machine. •... -
Page 8: Distinctive Features And Competitive Advantages Of Duplex Machine
DUPLEX 340-420-620 DISTINCTIVE FEATURES AND COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES OF DUPLEX MACHINE The DUPLEX brand name is synonymous with double efficiency and distinguishes a machine that actually has a dual function thereby providing numerous advantages for the best possible floor cleaning and hygiene. - Page 9 • STEAM GENERATOR The original and exclusive generator allows Duplex floor washer Steam model to wash and sanitize all types of flooring by means of steam at 110c. The steam is directed on to the floor at a high temperature facilitating the removal of even the most stubborn dirt.
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Page 10: General Features And Functions
DUPLEX 340-420-620 GENERAL FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS Regulator (Rest Translation") Recovery tank Insertion of dirt collector (Mop Up) Steam switch Motor Protector Plug Tanks for water with detergent Boiler (with switch) TEKNA STANDARD STEAM STEAM PLUS... -
Page 11: Steam And Steam Plus
DUPLEX 340-420-620 STEAM AND STEAM PLUS ECOFRIENDLY STEAM MACHINES By using steam and brush agitation we can clean all types of flooring without the use of chemicals and detergents. Washes, restores, dries and sanitizes all types of flooring by means of powerful steam. -
Page 12: Machine Assembly
DUPLEX 340-420-620 MACHINE ASSEMBLY The machine is shipped packed in cardboard boxes (1). On receipt of the package, the user must carry out the assembly of the parts which due to their overall dimensions are unassembled before being shipped. The package contains the following: •... - Page 13 DUPLEX 340-420-620 GF7 V1 waterproof plug and socket. All UK Duplex steam machines have a plug and socket Plug and socket A connection (A) to the steam generator. When using the machine in steam mode the plug and socket must be connected and the fitting ring has to be...
- Page 14 DUPLEX 340-420-620 STANDARD STEAM STEAM PLUS TEKNA Figure Adjust the screw of the slide switch located underneath the lever (7) of the handgrip, at the same time paying attention to the movement of the pistons (8) that allow the liquid to exit from the tanks.
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Page 15: Duplex Steam 340 And 420 And Duplex Steam Plus 420 And 620
“1.19 WARRANTY” non conforming detergents or products (see DUPLEX STEAM 340 and 420 AND DUPLEX STEAM PLUS 420 and 620 WARNING With DUPLEX STEAM model detergents must not be used. The use of detergents will irreparably damage the equipment. -
Page 16: Starting Up
DUPLEX 340-420-620 1.8 STARTING UP Make sure that the handle is in the Rest position (perfectly vertical) and that the slide switch is in the “Translation” position (REST TRANSLATION); Plug the mains cable into an earthed socket. Shift the slide switch to one of the four... -
Page 17: Using The Machine
DUPLEX 340-420-620 USING THE MACHINE Take hold of the handle and lower it slowly to one of the two sides. The machine will start up and the brushes will start revolving on the floor (figure “1.12”) Move the machine slowly forwards, going over the same washing path with the recovery device MU (MOP UP) engaged (figure “1.10”). - Page 18 DUPLEX 340-420-620 Figures A, B and C illustrate how Duplex floor washing machines work close to the edges of the skirting boards or furniture gaining access also into restricted spaces. Reversing the handle from right to left and vice versa, allows DUPLEX machines to work in both directions and reach the opposite ends of every room.
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Page 19: How To Wash Floors
DUPLEX 340-420-620 1.10 HOW TO WASH FLOORS Stage 1 From the starting position, move forward towards the corner as indicated in the figure. When you have reached the corner, move back with the machine and keep cleaning the lane until you reach your starting position. -
Page 20: Cleaning Extremely Dirty Floors
DUPLEX 340-420-620 1.11 CLEANING EXTREMELY DIRTY FLOORS When it is necessary to thoroughly wash floors with ingrained dirt it is advisable to switch off the “mop-up”. In such conditions the water left on the floor will serve to further soften the dirt and this will be subsequently removed by an energetic brushing action together with the steam. - Page 21 DUPLEX 340-420-620 During use dirty water will be collected instantly inside the recovery tank which must be emptied as soon as it fills up removing it from its position (figure “1.13”). WARNING The tank of the active solution for delivering the steam should never be empty.
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Page 22: Tips For Cleaning Floors
DUPLEX 340-420-620 1.12 TIPS FOR CLEANING FLOORS The original DUPLEX brushes are tested and balanced individually with special electronic instruments and guarantee the absence of vibrations that could generate mechanical stress for the machine and the floors. The brushes are supplied in different colours according to their use characteristics:... -
Page 23: Cleaning Flooring With Wax Cleaners
DUPLEX 340-420-620 CLEANING FLOORING WITH WAX CLEANERS The Duplex machine can wash and polish certain types of flooringfor an optimal “polished look” and instantaneous recovery of the dirt in a simple, fast manner. It is extremely suitable for the following floor types: •... -
Page 24: Stopping The Machine
DUPLEX 340-420-620 1.13 STOPPING THE MACHINE To stop the machine, proceed as follows: Move the handle to the vertical position (rest position); Move the slide switch (figure “1.10”) to the RT position (REST TRANSLATION); Press the main switch on the generator (figure “1.16”) (STEAM model). -
Page 25: Transport
DUPLEX 340-420-620 1.14 TRANSPORT Machine transportation occurs by means of the four transport wheel underneath the machine that allow for easy movement. To transport the machine proceed as follows: Move the handle to the vertical position (rest position); Move the slide switch (figure “1.10”) to the RT position (REST TRANSLATION);... -
Page 26: Automatic Motor Protection "Motor Protector
DUPLEX 340-420-620 1.15 AUTOMATIC MOTOR PROTECTION "MOTOR PROTECTOR" The “Motor Protector” is a safety device which stops the machine in case conditions occur that overload the electric motor (e.g. foreign bodies caught in the brushes which can prevent their rotation, poor supply of power, overheating, etc.). -
Page 27: Cleaning And Maintenance Of The Brushes
DUPLEX 340-420-620 1.16 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE OF THE BRUSHES DUPLEX brushes require little routine maintenance. The high rotation speed during cleaning helps to dislodge dirt and keep the brushes efficient at all times. However, check their status and clean them regularly. -
Page 28: Cleaning The Machine
DUPLEX 340-420-620 WARNING Do not use worn and/or deformed brushes that could cause vibrations. In this case contact the Service Department. CLEANING THE MACHINE Remove the three tanks (figure “1.21”). Use a damp sponge to carefully clean the rubber conveyor belts and every part of the machine;... -
Page 29: General Maintenance
(3); keep the recovery tank trimmers clean at all times. Figure 1.23 GENERAL MAINTENANCE The mechanical parts of the DUPLEX machine do not require periodic maintenance by the operator as their gears all run on bearings. -
Page 30: Precautions For Use Of The Steam Generator
DUPLEX 340-420-620 1.17 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF THE STEAM GENERATOR Never leave the steam generator turned on or in operation if there is no water in the tank; After each use, turn main switch on the boiler; Clean the outside of the steam generator with a damp cloth;... -
Page 31: Hints On The "Steam" Generator Operation
DUPLEX 340-420-620 HINTS ON THE “STEAM” GENERATOR OPERATION The boiler starts heating up when the main switch on the generator is `on` and the handle is moved to a working position (red LED indicator light switched on). The heating of the boiler is controlled by one thermostat which deactivates the operation in case of a fault. -
Page 32: Troubleshooting Tips
DUPLEX 340-420-620 1.18 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS WET STRIPES ON THE SIDES • Excessive liquid dispensed • “1.10 HOW TO Irregular paths are covered failing to follow the instructions on paragraph FLOORS”. WASH • Recovery tank trimmers dirty or worn. Replace. The dirt is not picked up •... -
Page 33: Supplies More Liquid Than The Other
DUPLEX 340-420-620 The liquid continues to run out even when the pistons have re-entered the side element • The valves are blocked in one of the tanks. Press the valves several times to unblock them. • A foreign body has been caught up in the valve seat. Rinse each tank vigorously while keeping the external button that opens the valve pressed down. -
Page 34: Warranty
DUPLEX 340-420-620 1.19 WARRANTY The commercial warranty issued by the seller has a validity of “12 months” Warranty acknowledgement can be achieved showing a photocopy of the receipt or invoice along with the machine serial number. Failure to send this document entails the non-acknowledgement of the warranty. -
Page 35: Disposal And Waste Separation
DUPLEX 340-420-620 1.20 DISPOSAL AND WASTE SEPARATION July 2005, no. 151 “Fulfilment of the Directives Pursuant to art. 13 of Legislative Decree of 25 2002/95/EC, 2002/96/EC and 2003/108/EC on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment and disposal of their waste”. -
Page 36: Helpful Hints For Use
Scale inhibitor for use in all steam models 1.22 TECHNICAL FEATURES Harmonised Standard applied IEC/EN 60335-2-67 The Duplex floor-washing machines have been approved by the following Quality Institutes: ENEC REGULATIONS: EN 5036:03 + A1:06, EN 55014-1:06 + A1:09, EN 55014-2:97 + A1:01 +... - Page 37 DUPLEX 340-420-620 Pressure on flooring Steam jet width Steam jet endurance Boiler power 1300 1400 Pump Power Noise level < 64 rms value of the weighted vibration acceleration Vibration value compliant with the ISO 5349-1 standard = ahv 0,95 m/s²...
- Page 38 DUPLEX 340-420-620 * STEAM PLUS machines are equipped with original DUPLEX boiler of greater power and supplied with: replaceable electric resistance with easy access for maintenance, safety valve and "CP BOARD" high-performance thermal insulation material. Moreover the active solution tank of the STEAM PLUS models is equipped with water level gauge.
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