User Manual
E Ride 26 SPORT
988726UMS
Rev * 08/13
Introduction
Preface
Dear customer, Thank you for purchasing the Minuteman® E Ride 26 SPORT.
The outstanding operational characteristics of the E Ride 26 SPORT should
justify the confidence you demonstrated
in making this purchase.
The E Ride 26 SPORT is a commercial
grade rider scrubber machine. It is battery operated and is intended by Minuteman to be used in accordance with
this manual, the labels on the machine
itself, as well as applicable federal,
state, and local safety and environmental statutes, regulations, and ordinances (collectively the "governmental
regulations"), applicable commercial
standards, and common sense. .
The user's own safety, as well as the
safety of others, depends to a great extent on how the E Ride 26 SPORT is operated, handled, and maintained.
Therefore, as a starting point, this manual must be read and understood thoroughly prior to the machine being
switched on for the first time. When operating or maintaining the E Ride 26
SPORT, THINK SAFETY FIRST!
This manual provides vital information
concerning the safe operation, use,
maintenance, and service of the E Ride
26 SPORT. The various safety alert
symbols, signal words, and safety messages contained herein are intended to
be read in conjunction with each other,
as well as with E Ride 26 SPORT labels, instruction plates, and applicable
governmental regulations. To the extent
that any governmental regulations conflict with the provisions of this instruction manual, such governmental
regulations would govern.
Your authorized Minuteman dealer
would be happy to answer any questions you may have concerning the operation or maintenance of the E Ride 26
SPORT or information contained in this
manual.
If repair or maintenance work is performed on the E Ride 26 SPORT, Minuteman recommends that only genuine
replacement parts be used and that
such work be performed by qualified individuals.
Proper use
The E Ride 26 SPORT is a vacuum
scrubbing machine. Its intended scope
of application is for wet cleaning of level, smooth, hard-surfaced floors in accordance with the provisions of this
instruction manual, applicable governmental regulations, manufacturer specifications, and machine labels
(collectively, "proper use"). Using the E
Ride 26 SPORT beyond its proper use
will be deemed improper use by Minuteman. Minuteman disclaims any liability
for any personal injury, property, or other damages of any nature whatsoever,
whether special, indirect, consequential, or compensatory, directly or indirectly resulting from the improper use of
the E Ride 26 SPORT, or uses beyond
or inconsistent with the E Ride’s intended scope of application. This disclaimer
of liability also extends to modifications
to the E Ride 26 SPORT made without
Minuteman's prior written consent.
The E Ride 26 SPORT should only be
operated, handled, and maintained by
persons who are familiar with the machine and have been instructed of the
potential hazards associated with such
operation, handling, and maintenance.
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Introduction
Disclaimer:
Minuteman disclaims liability for any
personal injury, property, or other damages of any nature whatsoever, whether special, indirect, consequential, or
compensatory, directly or indirectly resulting from the publication, use of, application, or reliance on this document
or, except as expressly set forth in the
sales contract for the machine, the operation or maintenance of the E Ride 26
SPORT.
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET
FORTH IN SUCH SALES CONTRACT,
MINUTEMAN MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND
SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
Minuteman disclaims and makes no
guaranty or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of any information published
herein, and disclaims and makes no
warranty that the information in this instruction manual will fulfill any parties'
particular purposes or needs. While
Minuteman believes that the information in this manual is accurate, in the
event that technical or typographical errors exist in this manual, Minuteman reserves the right to make changes to
subsequent editions of this manual
without prior notice to the recipients of
this edition. The reader should notify
Minuteman if any errors in this manual
are suspected. Minuteman does not undertake to guarantee the performance
of any individual manufacturer or seller's products or services by virtue of this
instruction manual.
In publishing and making this manual
available, Minuteman is not undertaking
to render professional or other services
for or on behalf of any person or entity,
nor is Minuteman undertaking to perform any duty owed by any person or
entity to someone else. Anyone using
this manual should rely on his or her
own independent judgment or, as appropriate, seek the advice of a competent professional in determining the
exercise of reasonable care in any given circumstance.
Valid as of: August 2013
Minuteman International Inc.
14N845 U.S. ROUTE 20
PINGREE GROVE, IL. 60140
U.S.A.
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Introduction
Notes on warranty
The terms of the sales contract apply in
regard to any product warranties. Minuteman expressly disclaims all other
warranties, either express or implied, of
any kind. It should be noted, however,
that failure to maintain and service your
E Ride 26 SPORT in accordance with
its proper use may void the warranty. In
this regard, any maintenance work
must be performed by an authorized
Minuteman service representative and
confirmed in the "Maintenance Certificate" - the warranty document. By way
of example, the following items are excluded from the E Ride 26 SPORT warranty: fuses; normal wear and tear;
improper machine handling; damages
caused by overloads; unauthorized machine modifications; non-compliance
with maintenance instructions or specifications; or improperly fitting parts or
accessories.
Acceptance of the machine
Upon arrival, check machine for possible damages in transit. Follow unpacking instructions on shipping pallet. Each
unit has been tested and throughly inspected before shipment. Any damage
is the responsibility of the delivery carrier who should be notified immediately.
Minuteman International Inc.
14N845 U.S. ROUTE 20
PINGREE GROVE, II. 60140
U.S.A.
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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Preface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Proper use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Disclaimer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Notes on warranty . . . . . . . . . 4
Acceptance of the machine . . 4
1 Safety Information . . . . . . . . 6
1.1 Safety and Warning Symbols. 6
1.2 General Provisions. . . . . . . . . 7
1.3 Operational Precautions. . . . . 8
1.4 Maintenance Precautions. . . . 9
1.5 Battery and Electrical System
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.6 Cleaning Solution Use and Dis-
posal Precautions. . . . . . . . . 11
1.7 Machine Labels . . . . . . . . . . 12
2 Machine Overview . . . . . . . 14
2.1 Front. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.2 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3 Operating Elements . . . . . . 16
3.1 Operating Panel . . . . . . . . . . 16
3.2 Circuit Breaker Panel . . . . . . 20
3.3 Off Aisle Wand Swicth Panel 22
3.4 At the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4 First Operation . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.1 Instruction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.2 Initial charging procedure. . . 30
4.3 Before Putting into Operation30
4.4 Start Machine. . . . . . . . . . . . 30
4.5 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.6 Stop Machine. . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.7 After Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.8 Transporting the machine . . 33
4.9 Tie-down points . . . . . . . . . . 33
5 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5.1 Method of Operation . . . . . . 34
5.1.1 Brush Deck. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5.1.2 Solution Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5.1.3 Squeegee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.1.4 Recovery Tank. . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.1.5 Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.1.6 Drive motor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.1.7 Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . 36
7 Maintenance and Care. . . . 38
7.1 Minuteman System Mainte-
nance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
7.2 Maintenance Document . . . . 39
7.3 Maintenance Schedule. . . . . 40
7.4 Battery Systems. . . . . . . . . . 44
7.4.1 Charge Batteries . . . . . . . . . 45
7.4.2 Charger Specifications. . . . . 45
7.4.3 Drive Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . 45
7.4.4 Remove Batteries. . . . . . . . . 45
7.4.5 Install Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . 45
7.4.6 Disposal of Batteries . . . . . . 45
7.5 Solution tank . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
7.5.1 Fill solution tank . . . . . . . . . . 47
7.5.2 Empty solution tank . . . . . . . 47
7.5.3 Solution Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . 47
7.6 Recovery tank . . . . . . . . . . . 48
7.6.1 Empty recovery tank . . . . . . 49
7.6.2 Clean recovery tank. . . . . . . 49
7.6.3 Clean Suction Filter . . . . . . . 49
7.7 Disc brush deck . . . . . . . . . . 50
7.7.1 Clean Brushes . . . . . . . . . . . 50
7.7.2 Change Brushes . . . . . . . . . 50
7.7.3 Change Roller Bumper. . . . . 50
7.7.4 Change side squeegee . . . . 50
7.7.5 Adjust side squeegee. . . . . . 51
7.8 Squeegee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
7.8.1 Cleaning the Squeegee . . . . 52
7.8.2 Change Squeegee Blades . . 52
7.8.3 Adjusting the Blades . . . . . . 53
7.8.4 Adjusting lift mechanism . . . 55
7.9 Machine lubrication . . . . . . . 56
8 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . 58
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
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Safety Information
1 Safety Information
1.1 Safety and Warning Symbols
All paragraphs in this manual referring
to your personal safety, the safety of
your machine and the environment protection are attributed one of the following warning symbols:
Safety Symbols Description
WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which may result in equipment or
property damage.
Additional Symbols Description
Ecological hazard Indicates the use of substances representing an inherent danger to the health
of the environment
Note Indicates important or additional information.
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Safety Information
1.2 General Provisions
• Please read this user manual and instruction plates / labels on the E Ride
26 SPORT unit in their entirety before operation. These materials contain valuable information regarding
the safe operation of the machine.
Minuteman recommends that operators receive training by qualified Minuteman technicians before start-up,
operation, use, servicing, or repair of
the machine.
• This user manual is not intended as
a substitute for applicable government regulations; nor does it include
or address same. Users, and employers of users, should familiarize
themselves with applicable government regulations that may impact
use and operation of the E Ride 26
SPORT, including, but not limited to,
regulations promulgated pursuant to
the federal Occupational Safety and
Health Act.
• The precautions and important safety information contained in this user
manual must be made available current users and downstream users of
the machine. When re-selling or
renting out E Ride 26 SPORT ma-
chines, it is recommended that copies of this user manual be provided
and that any illegible machine labels
or instruction plates be replaced.
• The E Ride 26 SPORT is designed
for indoor use only. Store machine
indoors. Keep the electrical components of the machine dry.
• Make sure that all warning labels
and instruction plate on the machine
are maintained, legible, and properly
attached.
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Safety Information
1.3 Operational Precautions
The E Ride 26 SPORT is a batteryoperated hard surface floor cleaning
system that utilizes a water / cleaning solution that is applied to the floor
and then vacuumed back into the
machine by way of an integrated
squeegee for later disposal.
Liquid residue remaining on the
floor during operation can represent a slip and fall hazard to
the operator and others in the
vicinity of machine use. When
working with the machine, operators should use firm and
skid-proof shoes. Areas where
floor cleaning will occur should
be appropriately marked with
suitable slip and fall hazard
signs / markers / pop-up
cones, etc!
• It is indispensable for the operator or
user of the machine to become thoroughly acquainted with attached implements and controls - as well as
their various functions - before operation commences.
• Before commencing operation of the
machine, check for obvious signs of
loose parts, potential conditions in-
dicative of malfunctions, etc. Any
signs of potential problems must be
remedied before actual operation
commences.
The electrical system in the
machine is not designed to
suppress sparks. Accordingly,
use of the E Ride 26 SPORT
where fire or explosion hazards may exist due to flammable gases or vapors, flammable liquids, combustible dust,
or ignitable fibers or flyings,
must be avoided. The machine
can cause an explosion when
operated near such areas.
Use caution when operating
the machine on a ramp or incline. Do not turn the machine
on an incline, as it may become unstable and flip over.
Do not leave the machine unattended on a ramp or incline, as
it could roll freely and result in
personal injury. The E Ride 26
SPORT is not designed for use
on surfaces with a greater than
6% incline or slope. Adopt operation habits to local condi-
tions to ensure machine is always under operator's control.
The E Ride 26 SPORT is not
designed for decontamination
purposes and should not be
used in areas where hazardous wastes or materials are
stored or have been spilled.
Use of the E Ride 26 SPORT in
these areas could result in the
spread of hazardous wastes or
materials and operator exposure to same.
• Remove the key to avoid unauthorized use of the machine.
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Safety Information
1.4 Maintenance Precautions
• Maintenance and repairs must be
performed by qualified personnel
only. Maintain adjustments on machine pursuant to specifications noted in the service manual.
• Maintenance and repair work must
be performed by using appropriate,
undamaged tools.
• Spare and replacement parts must
conform with factory machine specifications. Failure to do so may result
in machine malfunctions. Genuine
spare and replacement parts are
highly recommended.
Switch off and remove the ma-
chine's key before inspecting
the machine or performing any
maintenance or repair work.
Failure to do so may result in
accidental machine activation
and personal injury.
When performing maintenance
or repair work on the machine's electrical system, be
sure to disconnect the machine's battery plug first. Failure to do so could result in accidental machine activation
and personal injury.
• Before commencing operation of the
machine, check for obvious signs of
loose parts, potential conditions indicative of malfunctions, etc. Any
signs of potential problems must be
remedied before actual operation
commences.
Before commencing operation
of the machine following maintenance or repair activities,
check to ensure that all protective devices have been properly refitted and positioned, or
other potential problems before actual operation commences, otherwise personal
injury may occur.
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Safety Information
1.5 Battery and Electrical System Precautions
The E Ride 26 SPORT oper-
ates on either lead acid or
AGM batteries. Batteries can
generate gases which can ignite or cause an explosion.
Keep sparks and flames away
from the batteries. Charge the
batteries only in well ventilated
areas.
Wear eye protection when
working near batteries. Do not
put any type of metal objects or
tools across the battery terminals or on top of batteries. Do
not clean the machine's electrical parts or system, including
batteries, by means of highpressure cleaning equipment.
Such activities could cause
short-circuit or battery explosion hazards, resulting in personal injury.
• Only use a charger designed for your
specific battery type.
• Only qualified individuals should at-
tempt to undertake maintenance and
repair activities associated with the
machine's electrical system in accor-
dance with appropriate industry
standards and government regulations, if any.
• The electrical system of the machine
should be inspected at regular intervals. Any obvious defects, such as
loose connections, damaged or
frayed electrical cables, corrosion,
should be repaired before the machine is put back into use. Failure to
do so could cause machine malfunctions or electrical hazards.
• In case of a malfunction of the machine's electrical system, including,
but not limited to, unexpected loss of
power or individual system shutdowns, the machine should be shut
down immediately for inspection and
required maintenance and repair.
Batteries must be selected and
seated appropriately in accordance with factory machine
specifications. Failure to do so
could result in inappropriate
changes to the machine's center of gravity which, in turn,
could result in machine operation and control hazards (especially on inclined surfaces) and
related personal injury.
• Observe all operating, use, and safety instructions provided by the appropriate battery manufacturer.
Used batteries must be han-
dled, disposed, or recycled
properly in accordance with
government regulations. Used
batteries should never be disposed of as non-hazardous
waste (e.g. domestic or household waste). Used batteries
should be disposed or recycled
by appropriately trained and
permitted entities and /or disposal facilities.
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Safety Information
1.6 Cleaning Solution Use and
Disposal Precautions
• Only cleaning agents / detergents
suitable for automatic machines (low
foaming) should be used in the E
Ride 26 SPORT. Cleaning agents /
detergents should be mixed with water in ratios established by product
labels and or manufacturer recommendations. All safety precautions
established by the cleaning agent /
detergent's manufacturer (including,
but not limited to, use of gloves and
safety glasses) must be followed.
These safety precautions can typically be found on the cleaning agent
/ detergent's product labels, accompanying collateral materials, and related Material Safety Data Sheets
• Used or spent mixtures of w ater and
cleaning agents / detergents collected in the machine's recovery tank
must be disposed of in accordance
with applicable government regulations and or local permits obtained
by the facility in which floor cleaning
activities occur, if any. Violations of
such government regulations and local permits can result in significant
penalties.
Never dispose of the contents
of the machine's recovery tank
outdoors or into stormwater
systems or basins!
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Safety Information
1.7 Machine Labels
The following safety and information labels are legibly attached to the machine. Replace missing or illegible
labels immediately.
Minuteman nameplate (Fig. 1/1)
Machine identification number (Fig. 1/2)
Battery cable routing (Fig. 1/3)
Recovery tank drain hose (Fig. 2/1)
Off aisle wand switch (Fig. 2/2)
Water temp warning (Fig. 1/5)
Battery caution (Fig. 1/6)
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Safety Information
A
B
C
2
1
4
3
5
6
1
2
General information (Fig. 1/4)
A= Read and observe the instruction
manual
B = Maximum inclination of 6%
C = Do not clean the machine by means
of high-pressure cleaning equipment
Fig.1 Fig.2
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Machine Overview
2
3
5
1
10
11
4
6
7
8
9
12
13
2 Machine Overview
2.1 Machine Overview - Front
1 Recovery tank lid
2 Steering wheel
3 Drive wheel
4 Roller bumper
5 Foot step
6 Side squeegee
7 Scrub deck
8 Solution level sight gauge
9 Seat adjustment lever
10Solution tank
11 Solution tank fill port
12Hourmeter
13Circuit Breaker Panel, includes: Key
Switch - SPORT mode
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Fig.3
Machine Overview
14
18
22
15
17
19
20
16
21
23
24
25
2.2 Machine Overview - Rear
14Recovery tank dump hose
15Off aisle wand hose connection
16Suction hose
17Clean-out
18Rear squeegee
19Recovery tank
20Safety latch
21Accelerator pedal
22Control panel
23Rear Wheel
24Solution tank drain hose
25Off Aisle Wand Switch and LED
SPORT Mode display
Fig.4
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Operating and Indicating Elements
12
56
7
34
89 10 11 1312
3 Operating and Indicat-
ing Elements
3.1 Operating Panel
1 Direction selector
2 LED indicator - Forward
3 Battery / Fault gauge
4 Solution control
5Horn
6 Key switch
7 LED indicator - Reverse
8 Double scrub mode
9 Regular scrub mode
10Heavy scrub mode
1 1Mode selector
12Vacuum only mode
13Transport mode
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Fig.5
Operating and Indicating Elements
Direction selector (Fig. 5/1)
Controls the direction in which the E
Ride 26 SPORT will move when the accelerator pedal is activated. The arrow
pointing forward the amber LED (Fig. 5/
2) indicates the machine is in forward
mode. The arrow pointing backward
with the red LED (Fig. 5/7) indicates the
machine is in reverse mode.
Battery / Fault gauge(Fig. 5/3)
This gauge displays the remaining battery charge. This gauge also displays
any fault codes that might occur with
the machine controller (see “Troubleshooting” for fault codes).
Solution control(Fig. 5/4)
This control will adjust the amount of
solution that is dispersed to the floor
while in one of the scrub modes. Adjust
control clockwise to increase the
amount of solution being dispersed.
The solution flow range is from zero (0)
to a maximum of ¾ GPM.
Horn (Fig. 5/5)
Activates the electric horn.
Key Switch(Fig. 5/6)
The key switch turns the electrical system on and off.
Remove the key to avoid unauthorized use of the machine.
Mode selector(Fig. 5/11)
Selects the operating mode of the machine.
Regular scrub mode(Fig. 5/9)
This mode is recommended for day-today tasks under normal conditions.
With the direction selector in the forward position and the accelerator pedal
is activated, the solution pump will turn
on, brushes will turn on and lower, vacuum motor will turn on and squeegee
will lower. When the accelerator pedal
is released and the machine stops moving, the scrub deck will automatically
raise and turn off the brushes, the
squeegee will raise and the vacuum
motor will turn off after a delay. If the direction selector is in the reverse position, the machine will operate the same
as in forward mode, only the squeegee
will raise up.
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Operating and Indicating Elements
Heavy scrub mode(Fig. 5/10)
This mode is recommended for high
traffic areas and areas that have been
heavily soiled. The machine will operate
the same as if it was in Regular Scrub
Mode, only in this mode brush pressure
is increased.
Double scrub mode(Fig. 5/8)
This mode is recommended if the floor
is heavily soiled and the cleaning chemicals will need additional time to emulsify grease and oils that are on the floor.
With the direction selector in either th e
forward or reverse position and the accelerator is activated, the solution pump
will turn on, the brushes will turn on and
lower to the floor. The rear squeegee
will not lower. This allows the chemical
solution time to remain on the floor. After double scrubbing, vacuum only
mode should be used to recover the
dirty solution water from the floor.
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Vacuum only mode(Fig. 5/12)
This mode is recommended for solution
removal after double scrubbing, but can
also be used to pick up spills. When the
accelerator pedal is activated with the
direction selector in the forward position, the rear squeegee will lower to the
floor as the vacuum motor turns on pulling the dirty solution water from the rear
squeegee into the recovery tank. If the
machine stops moving and the direction
selector is switched to reverse, the rear
squeegee will raise (protecting it from
damage) and the vacuum motor will
turn off after a delay. If the machine
stops moving in either direction, the
squeegee will automatically raise and
the vacuum motor will shut off after a
delay.
Transport mode(Fig. 5/13)
When this mode is selected, none of the
cleaning functions will operate. This
mode is only used to transport the machine from one location to another.
Notes
Operating and Indicating Elements
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Operating and Indicating Elements
3.2 Circuit Breaker Panel
1 CB1- Main Control Circuit Breaker
Switch
2 CB2 - Auxiliary Circuit Breaker,
Push Button
3 SPORT - Key Position III
4 SPORT - Key Position II
5 SPORT - Key Position I
6 Key Position - SPORT mode
Fig.6
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Operating and Indicating Elements
CB1 - Main Contol Circuit Breaker
Switch (Fig. 6/1)
Use this lever to turn on/off the main
controls of the E RIDE 26 SPORT.
CB2 - Auxiliary Circuit Breaker (Fig.
6/2)
This push button circuit breaker is used
to reset breaker control of the auxiliary
items on the E Ride 26 SPORT.
SPORT - Key Position III (Fig. 6/3)
When SPORT key is in positon III, the
brush speed will be 400 RPM, nominal.
SPORT - Brush Speed II (Fig. 6/4)
When SPORT key is in positon II, the
brush speed will be 300 RPM, nominal.
SPORT - Brush Speed I (Fig. 6/5)
When SPORT key is in positon I, the
brush speed will be 200 RPM, nominal.
Key Position - SPORT mode (Fig. 6/
6)
Key must inserted to select SPORT
mode (Brush Speed), I, II, or III. SPORT
mode selection will remain selected
with or without the key inserted. The
only way to select a different SPORT
mode (Brush Speed) I, II, or III, is to insert the key and turn to a new mode selection.
Remove the SPORT key to
avoid unauthorized Brush
Speed control selection.
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Operating and Indicating Elements
3.3 Off Aisle Wand Switch Panel
1 SPORT mode I - Green LED indica-
tor
2 SPORT mode II - Amber LED indi-
cator
3 SPORT mode III - Red LED indica-
tor
4 Decal - Off Aisle Wand Switch
5 Toggle Switch - Off Aisle Wand
Switch (optional)
Fig.7
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Operating and Indicating Elements
SPORT mode I - Green LED Indicator
(Fig. 7/1)
This Green LED Indicator will light up
when the user has positioned the key in
the SPORT mode I postion. The Brush
Speed for this position is 200 RPM,
nominal.
SPORT mode II - Amber LED Indicator (Fig. 7/2)
This Amber LED Indicator will light up
when the user has positioned the key in
the SPORT mode II postion. The Brush
Speed for this position is 300 RPM,
nominal.
SPORT mode III - Red LED Indicator
(Fig. 7/3)
This Red LED Indicator will light up
when the user has positioned the key in
the SPORT mode III postion. The Brush
Speed for this position is 400 RPM,
nominal.
Decal - Off Aisle Wand Switch (Fig.
7/4)
This decal is to show the location of the
Off Aisle Wand Switch. The Toggle
Switch for the Off Aisle Wand Switch is
located above this decal.
T oggle Switch - Off Aisle Wand
Switch (Fig. 7/5)
This toggle switch is to turn the Aisle
Wand On or Off.
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Operating and Indicating Elements
1
2
3
4
5
8
9
6
7
3.4 At the Machine
1 Seat adjustment lever
2 Solution tank fill port
3 Solution filter
4 Solution drain hose
5 Solution level sight gauge
6 Recovery drain hose
7 Recovery tank lid
8 Suction filter
9 Off aisle wand switch
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Fig.8
Operating and Indicating Elements
1 1 1 1
Seat adjustment lever (Fig. 8/1)
Use this lever to adjust the seat forward
or backward.
Solution tank fill port (Fig. 8/2)
The solution tank is filled through this
port.
Solution filter (Fig. 8/3)
While solution flows from tank to brush
deck, it is cleaned by the filter element.
Solution tank drain hose (Fig. 8/4)
This hose allows draining of the solution
tank.
Solution level sight gauge (Fig. 8/5)
The amount of solution in the tank can
be checked visually using this gauge.
Recovery tank drain hose (Fig. 8/6)
This hose allows draining of the collected soiled water from the tank.
Recovery tank lid (Fig. 8/7)
Removing this lid allows access to the
recovery tank and suction filter.
Suction filter (Fig. 8/8)
This filter protects the vacuum motor
from water and debris.
Off aisle wand switch (optional) (Fig.
8/9)
This switch activates the optional off
aisle wand.
Hourmeter (Fig. 3/12)
The hourmeter displays the current operating hour level.
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Operating and Indicating Elements
2
3
1
4
Dirt hopper guiding rail (Fig. 9/1)
The dirt hopper located at the cylindrical
brush deck is fastened by a guiding rail.
This dirt hopper may be easily removed
for cleaning.
Cylindrical brush hub (Fig. 9/2)
This hub (both sides) can be removed
to access the cylindrical brushes. The
cylindrical brushes may be easily removed without tools.
Side squeegee pivot (Fig. 9/3)
Pivot the side squeegee in lifted position to allow access to the cylindrical
brush hub without disturbing the alignment of the side squeegees. This can
be done without tools by removing the
yellow star shaped knob.
Dirt Hopper (Fig. 9/4)
Floor debris is swept into the dirt hopper.
Fig.9 1 Dirt hopper guiding rail
2 Cylindrical brush hub
3 Side squeegee pivot bracket
4 Dirt hopper
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Operating and Indicating Elements
1
2
Disc deck cover(Fig. 10/1)
This cover (both sides) can be removed
to access the disc brushes. The deck
cover can be easily removed without
tools.
Disc brush (Fig. 10/2)
The disc brushes can be easily removed without the use of tools using
down force to dislodge the brush.
Fig.10 1 Disc deck cover
2 Disc brush
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Operating and Indicating Elements
1
5
6
2
3
4
Off aisle wand tool (Optional)
The E Ride 26 SPORT is equipped with
a ready-to-use built-in telescoping offaisle wand system for use in hard to
reach areas. By activating the Aisle
Wand toggle switch (Fig. 8/9) & (Fig. 7/
5) the wand is ready to use.
Solution trigger (Fig. 11/1)
The trigger controls the solution flow to
the spray jet. Squeezing the trigger
opens an internal valve to dispense
cleaning solution.
Telescoping wand (Fig. 11/2)
The telescoping wand allows the length
to be adjusted for operator comfort or
storage.
Wand extender (Fig. 11/3)
Sliding the extender forward (as shown)
extends the wand during use and retracts by pulling it back for the storage
position.
Flip-flop tool (Fig. 11/4)
can be changed from scrub brush (Fig.
11/6) to vacuum squeegee (Fig. 11/5)
by simply rotating the end.
1 Solution trigger
Fig.11
2 Telescoping wand
3 Wand extender
4 Flip-flop tool
5 Vacuum squeegee
6 Scrub brush
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Notes
Operating and Indicating Elements
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First Operation
4 First Operation
4.1 Instruction
Only persons trained by qualified Minuteman technicians are authorized to
operate, service and repair the machine. Operators must read and understand this manual before operating or
maintaining this machine.
4.2 Initial charging procedure
Be sure to use proper charger
per battery type.
Before first operation of the
machine, fully charge the battery with an initial charging procedure and comply with the operating instructions of the
charger as well as with those of
the battery manufacturer. Minuteman cannot be held liable
for damages resulting from an
insufficient initial charge.
4.3 Before Putting into Operation
Complete the following inspections before taking the machine into operation:
1. Check the area around the machine
for signs of leakage. Hoses, lines
and tanks must be free from any
leakage or damage.
2. Install brushes and squeegee, see
maintenance chapter.
3. Install batteries and connect battery
plug, see maintenance chapter.
4. Check battery charge and recharge
if required. An initial charge is required before first operation of the
machine. (see Maintenance section)
5. Empty recovery tank and clean it if
required, see maintenance chapter.
6. Refill solution tank and add cleaning
agent according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
Use only cleaning agents suitable for automatic machines
(low-foaming) and comply with
the instructions for use, disposal and with the warning information specified by the cleaning agent's manufacturer.
4.4 Start Machine
Proceed with the following to set the
machine to operating mode:
• Disconnect the charger and connect
the battery connector
• Switch on machine by actuation of
key switch from position (0) to position (1). The battery gauge will display the remaining battery life.
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First Operation
4.5 Operation
1. Switch on the machine.
2. Select one of the five available
modes using the mode selector (Fig.
5/11).
3. Set the direction the machine will
travel by selecting forward or reverse
on the direction selector (Fig. 5/1).
4. Set the brush speed selector switch
to the desired brush speed setting,
using the key switch on the circuit
breaker panel. This switch determines the speed at which the brushes will rotate (I=200RPM,
II=300RPM, III=400RPM). All
speeds are nominal. The LED’s on
the OFF Asile Wand Switch Plate will
show the operator what a brush
speed has been selected (Green = I,
Amber = II, Red = III). Be careful that
your speed setting is correct for the
brushes you are using.
5. Activating the accellerator pedal
(Fig. 4/21) turns on the transport,
brushes, water flow, vacuum, and
lowers the rear squeegee accordingly to the mode selected.
If the accelerator pedal is activated before, or the key is
switched “ON” at the same
time, the machine will not
move as a safety precaution.
Remove your foot from the
pedal, turn the machine OFF
and ON, then activate the pedal to drive the machine.
When the direction switch is
set to reverse and the accelerator is activated, the back up
alarm will sound and the rear
squeegee will automatically
raise. However, the scrub
brushes will continue to rotate
and solution will continue to
flow.
6. Start scrubbing by driving the machine forward in a straight line at 3/4
speed overlapping each path by 2 to
3 inches.
Start moving machine immediately after switching on the
brush deck, otherwise the
brushes leave traces on the
floor. Lift brush deck before
passing over steps and other
obstacles.
7. When scrubbing, check behind the
machine occasionally to see that all
of the dirty water is being pick ed up.
If streaking occurs, the recovery tank may be full, the suction hose may be clogged, debris may need to be removed
from the squeegee, or the rear
squeegee may require adjustment. (Refer to “Maintenance”
section before making any adjustments.)
In cases where the floors are
extremely soiled or dirty, the
double scrub mode may be
needed. (Refer to “Operating
and Indicating Elements” section.)
The recovery tank has a safeguard for overflow protection to
guard against water entering
the vacuum motor when the recovery tank is full. The Vacuum
will stay ON for 15 seconds
and then shut-off automatically. When this happens, immediately empty the recovery
tank.
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First Operation
8. Drive the machine to a designated
dirty water disposal area and empty
the recovery tank. (Refer to “Maintenance” section for instructions.)
9. Refill the solution tank and continue
scrubbing until the job is done or the
machine runs out of charge.
The battery/ fault gauge (Fig.
5/3) will flash to signal that the
machine is almost out of power. When this signal is displayed, all functions will shut
off (brushes will turn off, the
scrub deck and squeegee will
raise. The key switch must be
turned OFF then ON to reset
the machine. The machine will
then only have a few minutes
left of reserve power for a short
vacuum only mode to pick up
remaining solution on the floor
and transport power to drive to
the battery recharging station.
If the machine is operated for
an excessive period of time after cleaning functions have
stopped, it will eventually turn
itself off. The machine will have
to be pushed back to the re-
charging station.
4.6 Stop Machine
To stop scrubbing, select the transport
mode (Fig. 5/13). This will automatically
stop the solution flow, raise the scrubdeck, raise the squeegee, and turn off
the vacuum motor (15-second delay).
4.7 After Work
Refer to the “Maintenance” section for
specific maintenance instructions described below.
1. When finished scrubbing, select the
transport mode (Fig. 5/13), all cleaning functions will shut off. Move the
machine to a suitable site for maintenance.
2. Empty and clean the solution tank
3. Empty and clean the recovery tank
Observe the legal directives
and local regulations for disposal of detergents.
4. Remove and clean the brushes or
pad holders.
5. Remove and clean the rear squeegee
6. Check operating fluid levels, function
and setting.
7. Remove and clean the side squeegees.
8. Clean the machine.
Do not clean the electrical
parts by means of high-pressure cleaning equipment.
9. Check the maintenance schedule
and perform any required maintenance before storing the machine.
10.Charge batteries.
11.Store the machine indoors in a clean
dry place.
Keep from freezing
Leave the solution and recov-
ery tank lids open for ventilation to prevent odor build-up.
12.Turn key switch OFF and remove
key.
Remove the key to avoid unauthorized use of the machine.
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First Operation
1
2
4.8 Transporting the machine
To transport the machine, turn the key
switch ON, select the transport mode,
select forward or reverse, activate the
accelerator pedal to start movement.
4.9 Tie-down points
When transporting on a vehicle or trailer, the machine has to be secured. Tie
the machine down firmly by using the
front foot steps (Fig. 12/1) and the rear
tie hooks (Fig. 12/2) as tie-down points.
Fig.12
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Operation
6
7
1
2
5
3
4
8
5Operation
5.1 Method of Operation
General
The E Ride 26 SPORT is a vacuum
scrubbing machine for wet cleaning of
hard-surfaced floors.
5.1.1 Brush Deck
Brush deck (Fig. 13/1) automatically
lowers when traveling with a cleaning
mode selected. The brushes rotate and
solution supply switches on automatically. When the machine stops, brushes
and solution supply switch off automatically.
5.1.2 Solution Tank
Fill the solution tank (Fig. 13/2) through
solution fill port (Fig. 13/5). The solution
tank holds 27 gallons and the filling level can be checked visually through the
solution level sight gauge (Fig. 13/6).
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Fig.13
Operation
5.1.3 Squeegee
The rear squeegee system (Fig. 13/3)
consists of squeegee blades, vacuum
motor, and suction hose. The soiled water is wiped from the floor by means of
squeegee blades. Squeegee lowers automatically when corresponding cleaning mode is selected. Simultaneously,
the vacuum motor switches on. The
vacuum motor works independent of direction of travel and even if the machine
stops. Changing direction to reverse,
changing mode to transport or double
scrub will automatically lift the squeegee and vacuum is automatically
switched off with a delay of 15 seconds.
5.1.4 Recovery Tank
The soiled water is taken from squeegee to the recovery tank (Fig. 13/4) by
vacuum motor and suction hose.
5.1.5 Batteries
The battery compartment contains
three 12-volt batteries connected in series (Fig. 13/8). The recommended batteries are:
210 Ah (Minuteman P/N 956210) or
AGM 234 Ah (Minuteman P/N 956748)
5.1.6 Drive motor
The drive motor (Fig. 13/7) features dynamic braking as well as an electromagnetic parking brake. When the
machines power is turned off, the emag brake is activated and the traction
motor is prevented from moving
5.1.7 Options
• Off aisle wand - including telescoping wand, squeegee/scrub brush,
and solution spray system . (see
Fig.11
Accessories such as brushes,
rollers, pads, pad holder with
centerlock and squeegee
blades are available. Contact
your Minuteman Dealer for
more information.
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Technical Data
6 Technical Data
Disc brush deck
Machine length
Machine height 54 in 137 cm
Machine width without Squeegee 28.9 in 73.4 cm
Machine width with Squeegee 34 in 86 cm
Working width 25 in 63.5 cm
Squeegee width 3 6.75 in 93.3 cm
Surface performance theoretical 33125 ft²/h 3077 m²/h
Service voltage 36 V 36 V
Nominal power drive motor 600 W 600 W
Nominal power vacuum motor 660 W 660 W
Nominal power brush motor 960 W 960 W
Number of brushes 2 Qty. 2 Qty.
Diameter of brushes 13.0 in 33 cm
Working speed 3.0 mph 5,0 km/h
Solution tank 27 gal 122 L
Recovery tank 31 gal 141 L
Weight without batteries and solution 475 lb 215 kg
Weight with solution and batteries 1095 lb 520 kg
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60 in 152 cm
Te chnical Data
Noise emission
The sound pressure level measured under maximum conditions of use (LwA)
according to DIN EN 60335-2-72 amounts to: dB (A) 83
The sound pressure level measured (at the ear of the driver) under normal conditions of use (LpA) according to DIN EN 60335-2-72 amounts to: dB (A) 72
Measurement inaccuracy (KpA): dB (A) 1,8
Vibration
The frequency weighted acceleration measured according to DIN EN ISO 5349
which have an effect upon the upper limbs (hand-arm-system) amounts under
normal working conditions:
m/s² < 2,5
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Maintenance and Care
7 Maintenance and Care
General
Before proceeding to maintenance and care work you are
advised to read and comply
with the Safety Information
section 1.4 and 1.5.
Compliance with the recommended
maintenance work will ensure that you
always have a reliable machine available.
Daily or weekly maintenance and repair
work may be executed by the driver/operator having been trained accordingly.
Further Minuteman system maintenance work must be completed by qualified personnel only. Please contact
your local Minuteman Service Center or
Minuteman contract dealer. We cannot
be held liable for damages resulting
from non-compliance with these instructions.
Please indicate the machine's serial
number with any enquiry or spare part
order, see section 1.7 - Nameplate.
7.1 Minuteman System Maintenance
The Minuteman System Maintenance:
• guarantees reliable operability of the
Minuteman machines (preventive
maintenance)
• minimizes operating costs, repair
costs and maintenance costs
• ensures long service life and opera-
bility of the machine
The Minuteman System Maintenance is
structured in separate modules and determines specific technical works to be
executed as well as the intervals for
such maintenance works. For any specific maintenance type, the replacement
parts are determined and listed in spare
part kits.
System Maintenance K:
To be performed by the customer in accordance to the maintenance and care
instructions contained in the operating
instructions (daily or weekly). The operator will be instructed upon delivery of
the machine.
System Maintenance I :
(every 125 hours of operation)
To be performed by qualified personnel
of authorized Minuteman Service Center in accordance with the machinespecific system maintenance including
spare part kit.
System Maintenance II:
(every 250 hours of operation)
To be performed by qualified personnel
of authorized Minuteman Service Center in accordance with the machinespecific system maintenance including
spare part kit.
System Maintenance S:
(every 500 hours of operation safety
check)
To be performed by qualified personnel
of authorized Minuteman Service Center in accordance with the machinespecific system maintenance including
spare part kit.
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Maintenance and Care
7.2 Maintenance Document
Handing over
Upgrade
Test drive
Handing over to the customer
Instruction
carried out on:
System Maintenance I
125 operating hours
Workshop stamp
carried out on:
System Maintenance II
250 operating hours
Workshop stamp
carried out on:
System Maintenance I
375 operating hours
Workshop stamp
carried out on:
at _________________ operating hours
System Maintenance S
500 operating hours
Workshop stamp
carried out on:
at _________________ operating hours
System Maintenance S
1000 operating hours
Workshop stamp
carried out on:
at _________________ operating hours
at _________________ operating hours
System Maintenance I
625 operating hours
Workshop stamp
carried out on:
at _________________ operating hours
System Maintenance I
1125 operating hours
Workshop stamp
carried out on:
at _________________ operating hours
at _________________ operating hours
System Maintenance II
750 operating hours
Workshop stamp
carried out on:
at _________________ operating hours
System Maintenance II
1250 operating hours
Workshop stamp
carried out on:
at _________________ operating hours
at _________________ operating hours
System Maintenance I
875 operating hours
Workshop stamp
carried out on:
at _________________ operating hours
System Maintenance I
1375 operating hours
Workshop stamp
carried out on:
at _________________ operating hours
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Maintenance and Care
7.3 Maintenance Schedule
System Maintenance Customer
Maintenance intervals must be performed by the customer/operator.
To be performed
daily weekly
Fill solution tank and proceed to chemical agent dosage o
Charge batteries o
Check brush deck and clean if required o
Check squeegee and clean if required o
Clean tank lid seal of the recovery tank o
Empty recovery tank. Clean recovery tank and suction filter o
Check brushes/pads and replace if required o
Clean dirt hopper (cylindrical deck) o
Clean suction hose of recovery tank o
Check squeegee blades and turn around or replace if required o
Clean drain hose of solution tank o
Check solution supply to brushes and clean if required o
Check solution filter and clean if required o
Check roller bumpers o
Test drive and function test o
Interval
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Maintenance and Care
System Maintenance I
The following maintenance work must
be performed by an authorized Minuteman Service workshop.
To be performed
Interval
every 125 hours of operation
Check battery charger o
Check tank lid seal of the recovery tank and replace if required o
Check drain hose of the recovery tank and replace if required o
Grease joints at the brush lift mechanism o
Check wheel fixing screws and tighten (24 lb ft) if required o
Check condition of tires o
Grease joints at the squeegee holder o
Test drive and function test o
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Maintenance and Care
System Maintenance II
The following maintenance work must
be performed by an authorized Minuteman Service workshop.
To be performed
every 250 hours of operation
Perform maintenance works according to System Maintenance I o
Inspect steering damages and bearing slackness and replace if required o
Check drain hose of the recovery tank and replace if required o
Check roller bumperof the brush deck and replace if required o
Check suction hose for tight fit and damages and replace if required o
Check supporting wheel of the squeegee and replace if required o
Test drive and function test o
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Interval
Maintenance and Care
System Maintenance S (Safety
check)
The following maintenance work must
be performed by an authorized Minuteman Service workshop at least once a
year.
To be performed
Interval
every 500 hours of operation
Perform maintenance works according to System Maintenance II o
Clean traction drive motor from carbon dust and check carbon brushes for smooth
operation and wear and replace carbon brushes if required
Clean brush motors from carbon dust and check carbon brushes for smooth opera-
tion and wearing and replace carbon brushes if required
Test drive and function test o
o
o
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Maintenance and Care
4
3
6
7
2
5
1
7.4 Battery Systems
1 Battery gauge
2 Recovery tank
3 Battery connector
4 Batteries
5 Safety latch
6 Support strap
7 Battery layout/connection
Handling and changing the
batteries must be performed
only by maintenance staff.
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Fig.14
Maintenance and Care
7.4.1 Charge Batteries
Connect the charger to the battery connector (Fig. 14/3) Charging batteries is
recommended if at least one bar of the
battery gauge has extinguished after
operation of the machine. Observe the
operating instructions of the charger as
well as the operating instructions of the
battery manufacturer. In case it is intended to change the type of battery the
charger has to be adjusted only by Minuteman contract workshops.
Be sure to use the correct battery charger per battery type.
7.4.2 Charger Specifications
Lead Acid: Minuteman (Standard)
P/N: 957746-1
(36VDC, 20A, 120VAC Input)
AGM: Discover (Optional)
P/N: 957746-2
(36VDC, 25A, 120VAC Input, Hi-frequency)
Charge the batteries properly
before starting the machine for
the first time. Minuteman cannot be held liable for battery
damage resulting from failure
to initially charge batteries.
Provide for sufficient ventilation of areas where batteries
are charged. – Explosion hazard! See section 1.5 of this
manual for battery and electrical precautions.
7.4.3 Maintenance of Batteries
Refer to battery manufacturers instructions for information on care of batteries.
7.4.4 Remove Batteries
1. Park machine on level ground.
2. Switch off machine by key switch.
3. Open empty recovery tank (Fig. 14/
2) and secure by strap (Fig. 14/6).
4. Disconnect battery connector (Fig.
14/3).
5. Disconnect battery connection cables.
6. Remove batteries.
7.4.5 Install Batteries
Batteries must be selected and
seated appropriately in accordance with factory machine
specifications. Failure to do so
could result in inappropriate
changes to the machine's center of gravity which, in turn,
could result in machine operation and control hazards (especially on inclined surfaces) and
related personal injury.
1. Switch off machine by key switch.
2. Open empty recovery tank (Fig. 14/
2) and secure by strap (Fig. 14/6).
3. Place batteries into tray according to
figure.
4. Connect battery poles and enclosed
connecting cables according to battery connection/layout (Fig. 14/7).
Tighten and grease poles.
7.4.6 Disposal of Batteries
Used batteries labelled by the recycling
sign contain re-usable substances.
Such batteries must not be added to
normal household waste. Obtain local
information for the proper disposal of
used batteries.
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Maintenance and Care
3
1
2
4
5
7.5 Solution tank
1 Solution tank
2 Fill level sight gauge
3 Solution filter
4 Fill port
5 Solution tank drain hose
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Fig.15
Maintenance and Care
7.5.1 Fill solution tank
Fill solution tank (Fig. 15/1) before work
or as required. Park machine on level
ground. Open fill port (Fig. 15/4) and fill
tank up to the maximum (1/1 marker) on
the sight gauge (Fig. 15/2).
7.5.2 Empty solution tank
Park machine such that the solution
tank drain hose (Fig. 15/5) is located
above the drain aperture in the floor.
Take tank drain hose from holder and
remove cap.
7.5.3 Solution Filter
Check solution filter (Fig. 15/3) at weekly intervals and clean or replace if required.
Only clean solution filter when
the solution tank is empty.
1. Empty solution tank (Fig. 15/1), see
paragraph 7.5.2.
2. Unscrew filter cap.
3. Remove the filter element from the
filter case for cleaning. Replace if required.
4. Re-install filter element and filter
cap.
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Maintenance and Care
1
3
2
4
7.6 Recovery tank
1 Recovery tank
2 Drain hose
3 Suction filter
4 Tank lid
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Fig.16
Maintenance and Care
7.6.1 Empty recovery tank
Clean recovery tank (Fig. 16/1) at daily
intervals, as required or upon acoustic
signal (increased vacuum motor
speed).
1. Take machine to appropriate area
for draining.
2. Park machine such that drain hose
reaches a drain aperture in the floor.
3. Switch off machine.
Observe the legal provisions
and the local regulations for
disposal of detergents!
4. Take drain hose (Fig. 16/2) from
holder and empty recovery tank
completely.
7.6.2 Clean recovery tank
Clean recovery tank (Fig. 16/1) at daily
intervals or as required.
1. Empty recovery tank, see paragraph
7.6.1.
2. Open tank lid (Fig. 16/4) of the recovery tank.
3. Take drain hose (Fig. 16/2) from
holder and empty recovery tank
completely.
4. Remove remaining dirt by rinsing
with clean water.
5. Rinse drain hose as well.
7.6.3 Clean Suction Filter
Check suction filter (Fig. 16/3) at daily
intervals and clean if required. The suction filter can be easily removed by pulling downward.
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Maintenance and Care
1
2
3
4
5
7.7 Disc brush deck
1 Brush deck
2 Roller bumper
3 Deck cover
4 Disc brush
5 Side squeegee
7.7.1 Clean Brushes
Clean the brushes of the brush deck
(Fig. 17/1) at daily intervals or as required.
1. Remove the deck cover (Fig. 17/3).
The deck cover can be removed
without tools by removing the star
shaped knobs
2. Push down on brush(Fig. 17/4) to remove for cleaning.
7.7.2 Change Brushes
Check brushes and pads of the brush
deck for wearing at daily intervals. Replace brushes if bristles are worn down
to a length of 1/2“. Replace pads if worn
to 3/8”
1. Push down to remove old brushes.
2. Push new brush under brush deck,
line up the brush and brush hub,
press brush onto brush hub firmly
until snap is heard.
7.7.3 Change Roller Bumper
Check roller bumper(Fig. 17/2) at weekly intervals or replace as required.
7.7.4 Change side squeegee
Check side squeegee (Fig. 17/5) at
weekly intervals or as required. Remove the two (front and back) wingnuts
located behind the squeegee blades.
Remove squeegee blade. Proceed to
mounting in reverse order. Side squeegee blades can be used fourfold by flipping and turning them.
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Fig.17
Maintenance and Care
7.7.5 Adjust side squeegee
The side squeegees channel the dirty
solution to the rear squeegee. The side
squeegees may require adjustments
when replacing worn blades or to
achieve optimum performance.
1. Loosen the two (front and back)
wingnuts located behind the sidesqueegee.
2. Lower the scrub deck by switching to
a scrubbing mode and when the
brushes start up, turn OFF the key
switch.
3. At this point the side squeegee
should be resting vertically (no deflection) on the floor. Press down on
the side squeegee bracket assembly
from each end while making sure
that the blade is uniformly deflected
in a 45 degree angle along its whole
length.
4. Tighten the wingnuts.
5. Turn the steering wheel all the way to
the left or right and start pushing the
machine to the side to inspect the
blade deflection and wiping action.
6. Repeat the steps above until a satisfactory result is obtained.
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Maintenance and Care
1
2
5
4
6
3
7.8 Rear Squeegee
1 Suction hose
2 Squeegee blades
3 Fastening latch
4 Star-shaped knob
5Caster
6 Washers for height adjustment
7.8.1 Cleaning the Squeegee
Check the squeegee (Fig. 18/2) daily
and clean as necessary.
To clean, lift up the squeegee, pull off
the suction hose (Fig. 18/1), loosen the
two star-shaped knobs (Fig. 18/4) and
remove the squeegee.
7.8.2 Change the Squeegee Blades
Check the inner and outer squeegee
blades on the squeegee (Fig. 18/2)
weekly for signs of wear. The squeegee
blades can be used fourfold by turning
them.
1. Lift the squeegee up.
2. Remove the suction hose, loosen
the two star-shaped knobs and remove the squeegee.
3. Unlock the fastening latch (Fig. 18/3)
and remove the outer squeegee
blade. Turn the squeegee blade or
install a new one. Change the inner
squeegee blade in the same way.
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Fig.18
Maintenance and Care
B
A
1
1
2
7.8.3 Adjusting the Blades
Angle Adjustment
The angle adjustment is the decisive
factor in ensuring that the squeegee
blades on the squeegee lie evenly on
the floor.
1. Park the machine on a level s urfac e
and lower the squeegee.
2. Loosen the pivot bolts (Fig. 19/1)
and adjust the squeegee using the
adjusting nuts (Fig. 19/2) so that the
ends of the squeegee blades contact
the floor.
Figure A
Turn the adjusting nuts counterclockwise: The clearance between
squeegee blade and floor is reduced
in the center.
Figure B
Turn the adjusting nuts clockwise:
The clearance between the squeegee blade and floor increases in the
center
3. Switch the machine on and check
the suction pattern. When the machine is operating, the entire surface
of the squeegee blades (center and
outer areas) must be applied as
evenly as possible.
4. Tighten the pivot bolts.
Fig.19
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Maintenance and Care
3 mm
2 mm
4 mm
Height Adjustment
The height adjustment is set to 3 mm at
the factory. If streaks are produced, despite an optimum angle adjustment, the
clearance between the casters and
floor must be adjusted by changing the
number of washers on the holder.
In cases of very smooth floors, e.g. finished floors, PVC, linoleum, etc.
Number of washers = 2. This corresponds to a clearance of approx. 2 mm.
In cases of very uneven floors, e.g.
poorly laid tiles (water does not run off)
Number of washers = 4. This corresponds to a clearance of approx. 4 mm.
The Squeegee 110 cm(7569
g) is equipped with two additional rollers which are adjusted at the factory to a distance
of 10 mm to the floor by means
of spacers.
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Fig.20
Maintenance and Care
7.8.4 Adjusting lift mechanism
The squeegee lift mechanism lifts and
lowers the squeegee, adjusts the angle,
as well as controls the parallel motion.
The squeegee mechanism is pre adjusted at the factory for optimal performance (Fig. 21).
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Fig.21
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Maintenance and Care
7.9 Machine Lubrication
Regularly scheduled lubrication of certain machine parts should be performed
to insure trouble-free operation of the
machine.
The grease points are listed below:
• Rear squeegee caster axle (2)
• Steering wheel chain sprockets and
idlers
• Squeegee lift mechanism joints and
pivot points (Fig. 22/X)
Apply lubricant or light machine oil to lubricate the:
• Rear squeegee general pivot points
• Scrub deck linkages
• Drive wheel assembly seals
Fig.22
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Maintenance and Care
Notes
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Troubleshooting
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Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Poor water pick-up
Poor scrubbing performance Worn brushes Rotate or replace brushes
No solution to off-aisle wand spray jet Solution tank empty Refill solution tank
No FWD/REV drive Drive system speed controller. Check er ror fault codes
Worn or torn squeegee blades Rotate or replace blades
Squeegee out of adjustment Adjust so blades touch floor evenly
across entire width
Recovery tank full Empty recovery tank
Recovery tank drain hose leak Secu re drain hose cap or replace
Recovery tank lid gasket leak Replace gasket lid cover properly
Debris caught in squeegee Clean squeegee
Vacuum hose clogged Remove debris and flush hose
Using too much solution Adjust solution control valves
Vacuum hose to squeegee or recovery
tank disconnected to squeegee or damaged
Wrong brush or cleaning chemical Consult Minuteman
Debris caught on scrub brushes Remove debris
Moving machine too fast Slow down
Low battery charge Recharge batteries
Reconnect or replace squeegee hose
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Inadequate solution flow or no solution
to the floor
Machine does not run Operator seat safety switch Operator has to be seated.Check for
Vacuum motor does not turn on Recovery tank full Empty recovery tank
Solution tank empty Fill solution tank
Recovery tank full Empty recovery tank
Solution lines, valves, filter or spray jets
clogged
Flush lines, and clean solution filter and
spray jets.
Solution solenoid valve Clean or replace valve
open circuit
Main system controller Check error fault codes
Tripped 100 amp circuit breaker Check for an electrical short circuit.
Reset machine: Reset breaker and turn
key switch off and restart
.
Excessive foaming in recovery tank. Empty recovery tank.
Use less or change chemical
Use defoaming agent
Five LEDs flashing on Battery Gauge Check for motor overload
Reset machine: Turn key switch off and
restart.
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Notes
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Notes
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Minuteman International Made Simple Commercial Limited Warranty
Minuteman International, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser/user that the product is free from defects in workmanship and
materials under normal use. Minuteman will, at its option, repair or replace without charge, parts that fail under normal use and
service when operated and maintained in accordance with the applicable operation and instruction manuals. All warranty
claims must be submitted through and approved by factory authorized repair stations.
This warranty does not apply to normal wear, or to items whose life is dependent on their use and care, such as belts, cords,
switches, hoses, rubber parts, electrical motor components or adjustments. Parts not manufactured by Minuteman are covered
by and subject to the warranties and/or guarantees of their manufacturers. Please contact Minuteman for procedures in warranty claims against these manufacturers.
Special warning to purchaser -- Use of replacement filters and/or prefilters not manufactured by Minuteman or its designated
licensees, will void all warranties expressed or implied. A potential health hazard exits without original equipment replacement.
All warranted items become the sole property of Minuteman or its original manufacturer, whichever the case may be.
Minuteman disclaims any implied warranty, including the warranty of merchantability and the warranty of fitness for a particular
purpose. Minuteman assumes no responsibility for any special, incidental or consequential damages.
This limited warranty is applicable only in the U.S.A. and Canada, a nd is extended only to the original user/pur chaser of this
product. Customers outside the U.S.A. and Canada should contact their local distributor for export warranty policies. Minuteman is not responsible for costs or repairs performed by persons other than those specifically authorized by Minuteman. This
warranty does not apply to damage from transportation, alterations by unauthorized persons, misuse or abuse of the equipment, use of non-compatible chemicals, or damage to property, or loss of income due to malfunctions of the product.
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Minuteman International Made Simple Commercial Limited Warranty
If a difficulty develops with this machine, you should contact the dealer from whom it was purchased.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.
Cord Electric Group
Exceptions
Battery Operated Group 3 years parts, 2 years labor, 10 years Poly, 90 days travel(Not to exceed 2 hours)
Sweepers 1 year parts, 1 year labor, 90 days travel (Not to exceed 2 hours)
Internal Combustion Group 1 year parts, 1year labor, 90 days travel (Not to exceed 2 hours)
Replacement Parts 90 days
Batteries 0-3 months replacement, 4-12 months pro-rate
Polypropylene Plastic Tanks 10 year warranty, no additional labor
3 years parts, 2 years labor, 90 days travel (Not to exceed 2 hours)
Port-A-Scrub: 1 year parts, 6 months labor, 10 years Poly
Rapid Air Blower: 1 year parts, 1 year labor, 10 years Poly
Phenom Dual Motor Upright Vacuums: 1 year parts, 1 year labor
Explosion Proof Vacuum: 1 year parts, 1 year labor
CBox, HBox & TRS 14: 1 year parts, 1 year labor, 10 years Poly
E17 & E20 Electric Scrubbers: 3 years parts, 2 years labor, 10 years Poly
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Phone: 630 627-6900 · Fax 630-627-1130
Minuteman International Inc. · 14N845 U.S. Route 20 · Pingree Grove, Illinois 60140 · U.S.A.
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