Check the carton carefully for signs of rough handling. Remove the machine from the carton. If the
machine is damaged, notify the carrier IMMEDIATELY and request an inspection. Be sure to keep the
carton, packing inserts, packing lists and carrier’s receipt until the inspector has verified your claim.
IPC’s liability ceases when the carrier picks up the shipment but our customer service staff will be glad to
furnish any information needed in connection with the claim and will expedite repair of the machine.
BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE
Read the manual carefully and completely before attempting to operate the unit. This manual has
important information for the use and safe operation of the machine. Keep this manual handy at all times.
This machine will assure years of satisfactory service if operated and maintained according to
recommendations in this manual. If additional information is needed, please contact your local distributor
or write to:
IPC EAGLE
3650 Dodd Rd
Eagan, MN 55123
All information and specifications printed in the manual and parts list are current at the time of printing;
however, because of IPC’s policy of continual product development, we reserve the right to make changes
at any time without notice.
WARRANTY
To protect your investment, promptly fill in the required information on the warran ty card that comes with
the unit and mail it back to IPC.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
• Do not operate the machine unless trained and authorized.
• Do not leave the machine when plugged in. Unplug from the outlet when not in use, before servicing,
and when changing the brushes or pads.
• Use indoors only.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Do not bypass or defeat the safety “lock-out lever.”
• The machine was designed for use as per instruction and recommendations written in this manual. Any
deviation from its proper use or purpose and the consequential damage that may occur is the sole
responsibility of the end user.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If the machine is not working as it should, or it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to an authorized service center.
WARNING
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle, close a door on the cord or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run machine over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Make sure the machine is plugged into an electrical outlet with the same voltage and frequency rating
as shown on the nameplate of the machine. Do not attempt to plug a 115- volt machine into a 230- volt
outlet.
• Do not immerse or use this machine in standing water. Such use can cause electric shock.
• Keep the electrical supply cord from contacting the rotating brush or drive block.
• Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.
• To avoid electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain. Store indoors only.
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See “Grounding Instructions.”
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• When using an extension cord, use a 3 conductor grounding cord, 12 gauge wire or heavier.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep free of dust, lint, hair
and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Do not operate machine in flammable or explosive areas.
• All servicing of IPC’s equipment should be performed by an IPC authorized service center.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. When servicing machine, use manufacturer’s supplied or
approved replacement parts.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE WARNING INSTRUCTIONS WILL VOID THE
WARRANTY.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Machine must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This machine is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding plug. (Figure 1) The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that
is properly installed in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Do not remove ground pin; if
missing, replace plug before use.
Fig. 1
PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION
Your floor machine will operate in a wide variety of hard floors and carpet cleaning applications. Consult
with your local dealer or IPC’s Customer Service to select the correct accessories for the job you are
going to perform.
BRUSH, PAD DRIVER, AND PAD INSTALLATION
WARNING:
installing or removing the brushes, pad drivers or pads from machine.
Brush & Pad Driver installation:
Lock the handle in the upright position and tip the machine back so it
rests on the handle and wheels. Fit the three slots of the clutch plate in
the back of the brush or pad driver over the three lugs of the drive plate.
Push it firmly into position and turn it counterclockwise until it locks in
place.
To remove: Tip the machine back so it rests on the handle and wheels.
Turn the brush or pad driver clockwise until it disengages and lifts off.
Do not store the machine with the brush or pad drivers installed. Fig. 2
Make sure the power cord is disconnected from the electrical outlet before
Pad Installation:
To install pad, tilt the machine back on wheels until machine is resting on handle. Center the pad on
the pad holder and insert pad center lock by twisting clockwise. Make sure the center lock is tight.
To remove: Twist the center lock counterclockwise.
SHAMPOO TANK INSTALLATION (Dual & Low Speed Units Only)
Position the shampoo tank in front of the floor machine with the water release lever of the shampoo tank
resting below the floor machine lever. There should be enough room for you to pull the shampoo tank
lever without accidentally pulling the floor machine lever. (Figure 3).
Attach the tank to the machine using the two “V” bolts already included on the tank. (Figure 4).
The base of the shampoo tank has a solution hose connected to it on one end. Insert the other end of the
solution hose in the motor frame. (Figure 5)
fig. 3 fig. 4fig. 5
MACHINE OPERATION
1. Install the pad driver and pad, brush or attachment.
2. Plug in machine.
3. Lower the handle to the desired operating position.
4. Place both hands on the handle grips with your fingers around the on/off
lever which extends from one side to the other underneath the handle grips.
5. The safety “lock-out” lever is located underneath the right side handle
grip and switch lever. To unlock the “lock-out” lever, use your right hand
fore finger to press the lever down toward the back of the switch box. fig. 6
(Figure 6)
6. While still pressing the lever, pull the on/off switch lever to start the
machine, then release the “lock-out” lever. The “lock-out” lever will automatically engage when you
release the on/off switch lever.
TO MANEUVER YOUR FLOOR MACHINE
1. Raise the handle slightly and the machine will go to the right. The higher you raise it, the faster it will
go.
2. Lower the handle and the machine will go left. The more you lower it, the faster it will go.
3. Practice on a smooth surface until you gain experience in operating the unit.
TO RE-ADJUST THE HANDLE-LOCK MECHANISM
Unlock the handle and place it in the upright position. Tighten the adjusting
nuts until there is a slight drag when the handle is raised or lowered.
(Figure 7)
1. Loosen, but do not remove the 4 bolts, that hold the motor to the
frame. (Figure 5)
2. Tighten the 2 screws at the back of the frame until the belt is tight.
Test and re-adjust the belt until the belt does not slip. Re-tighten the
four motor bolts.
WARNING: Do not over-tighten the belt.
fig. 8
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODELS 17DS AND 20DS DUAL SPEED MACHINES
These units operate to all instructions already described except the following:
These models can run at either 175 RPM for scrubbing or at 300 RPM for buffing. To switch the RPM,
use the rocker switch located between the motor and the base of the handle. Do not buff in the 175 RPM
setting because it might overload the motor.
CLEAN UP & STORAGE
1. Unplug and wrap it under the cord hook and around the left side handle grip. Clean the cord and
inspect it for cuts, gashes and loose prongs.
2. Wipe down the machine and store in clean dry place.
WARNING: Do not store the machine with the drive block, pad driver or brush on the