User Manual
E Ride 28/32 Rider Scrubber
Technical Specifications
This manual is furnished with each new MINUTEMAN ERide 28/32. This provides the necesary operating and preventive maintenance instructions. Operators must read and understand this manual before operating or servicing this machine.
This machine was designed to give you excellent performance and efficiency. For best results and minimal cost, please follow the general guidelines below:
-Operate the machine with reasonable care.
-Follow the manufacturers suggested maintenance instructions as provided in this manual.
-Use original Minuteman supplied parts.
Model |
E RideTM 28/32 |
Model No. |
ER28C, ER28CPLUS, ER28CQP, ER28D, ER28DPLUS, ER28DQP, |
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ER32C, ER32CPLUS, ER32CQP, ER32D, ER32DPLUS, ER32DQP |
Current |
60 Amps |
Voltage, Batteries |
36 volts, 6-6volt |
Battery Capacity |
235 Ah (Optional 395 Ah batteries available) |
Sound Level |
75 dB |
Dimensions (LxWxH) |
66" x 31" x 54" (167.64cm x 78.74cm x 137cm) |
Gross Weight |
1,243 lbs (564 kg) with batteries |
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847 lbs (384 kg) without batteries |
Working Grade Transport |
10% (7°) |
Wheel to Floor Pressure |
64 PSI Front, 69 PSI Rear |
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Introduction
Preface
Dear customer, Thank you for purchasing the Minuteman® E Ride. The outstanding operational characteristics of the E Ride should justify the confidence you demonstrated in making this purchase.
The E Ride 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 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, THINK SAFETY FIRST!
This manual provides vital information concerning the safe operation, use, maintenance, and service of the E Ride.
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 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 or information contained in this manual. If repair or maintenance work is performed on the E Ride, Minuteman recommends that only genuine replacement parts be used and that such work be performed by qualified individuals.
Proper use
The E Ride is a floor scrubing machine. Its intended scope of application is for wet cleaning of level, 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 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, 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 made without Minuteman's prior written consent.
The E Ride should only be operated, handled, and maintained by persons who are familiar with the machine and who 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. 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 er-
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rors 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 advise of a competent professional in determining the exercise of reasonable care in any given circumstances.
Valid as of: August 2010
Minuteman International Inc. 14N845 U.S. ROUTE 20 PINGREE GROVE, IL. 60140 U.S.A.
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 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 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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The E Ride 28/32
This machine was designed with total operator comfort and ease of use in mind. All machine components have been designed as a total system to efficiently clean dirty floors. The E Ride has four available scrub head types and sizes to fit specific applications. Please contact your Minuteman representative for specific recommendations for the correct scrub head type, size, and brush type and chemical applications.
Before using the machine, always perform the following steps to ensure proper machine operation.
•Check under the machine for leaks.
•Check the rear and side squeegees for wear and damage.
•Check the steering for proper operation.
•Check the solution and recovery tanks.
After using the machine, always perform the following steps:
•Check the battery charge level. Charge batteries if necessary. When charging batteries, extra precaution is required:Battery acid can cause burns.
When working on or around batteries, always wear protective clothing and safety glasses.Remove metal jewelry. Do not lay tools or metal objects on top of the batteries.Charging batteries generate explosive gasses.
DO NOT CHARGE BATTERIES WHEN OPEN FLAMES OR SPARKS ARE PRESENT. DO NOT SMOKE.Make sure the charger is turned off before disconnecting it from the batteries.
Charge the batteries in a well-ventilated area.
Fluid levels should be checked before and after charging and maintained at the proper levels. If low, add water until the metal plates are covered.
If the machine is not used for an extended period of time, batteries should be kept fully charged with a boost charge once a week.
•Check for wire, string, or twine wrapped around the scrub brushes.
•Check the squeegees for wear and damage.
•Check the rear squeegee suction hose and off-aisle wand hose for obstructions.
•Empty and clean the debris box (cylindrical systems only).
•Drain and clean the recovery tank.
•Check under the machine for leaks.
•Check the service records to determine maintenance requirements.
WARNING!
•Be sure you understand the machine controls and their functions.
•While on ramps or inclines, avoid sudden stops when tanks are filled.
•Avoid abrupt sharp turns. Slow down driving speed when going downhill.
•Always drive up when cleaning ramps.
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Table of Contents
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Notes on Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Acceptance of the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
The E Ride 28/32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Unpacking Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1 Machine Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.1 Machine Overview - Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.2 Machine Overview - Rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.3 Operator Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1.4 Control Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
1.5 Operation Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
1.6 Fault/Diagnostic Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
1.7 Steering Wheel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1.8 Accelerator Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1.9 Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1.10 Directional Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1.11 Parking Brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1.12 Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
1.13 Battery Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Battery Connection Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
1.14 Scrub Decks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
1.15 Scrub Deck Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
1.16 Side Squeegees. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
1.17 Rear Squeegee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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First Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Instruction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Initial charging procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Before Putting into Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Start Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Stop Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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After Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Transporting the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Tie-down points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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3 Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
3.1Minuteman System
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
3.2 Maintenance Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
3.3 Maintenance Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Operators must read and understand this manual before operating or maintaining this machine.
Do not operate this machine in flammable or explosive areas.
This machine is designed solely for scrubbing dirt and dust in an indoor environment. Minuteman does not recommend using this machine in any other capacity.
The following information below may cause a potential hazard to the operator and equipment. Read this manual carefully and be aware when these conditions can exist. Take necessary steps to locate all safety devices on the machine and train the personnel operating the machine. Report any machine damage or faulty operation immediately. Do not use machine if it is not in proper operating condition.
FOR SAFETY DURING OPERATION
Keep hands and feet clear of moving parts while machine is in operation.
Make sure all safety devices are in place and operate properly. All covers, doors and latches must be closed and fastened before use.
During operation, attention should be paid to other persons in the
work area and especially if small children are present.
Electric motors and components can cause an explosion when operated near explosive materials or vapor. Do not operate this machine near flammable materials such as solvents, thinners, fuels, grain dust, etc.
Store or park this machine on a level surface only, with the key switch in the off position. To prevent unauthorized use, machine should be stored or parked with the key removed.
This machine is designed for level operation only. Do not operate on ramps or inclines.
This machine is not suitable for picking up hazardous dusts.
Use caution when moving this machine into areas that are below freezing temperatures. Any water in the tanks or hoses can cause damage to the machine.
FOR SAFETY WHEN SERVICING OR MAINTAINING MACHINE
Stop on level surface and turn off machine.
Disconnect the power to the machine by pressing the Red Emergency Disconnect Button when charging batteries or during installation or removal of brushes.
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Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose jackets, shirts, or sleeves when working on machine.
Avoid contact with battery acid. Battery acid can cause burns. When working on or around batteries, wear protective clothing and safety glasses. Remove metal jewelry.
Do not lay tools or metal objects on top of batteries.
Charging batteries generates explosive gasses. Do not charge batteries when open flames or sparks are present. Do not smoke.
Make sure the charger is turned off before disconnecting it from the machine. Charge the batteries in a well-ventilated area with the battery cover removed completely.
Do not clean machine with a pressure washer.
Authorized personnel must perform repairs and maintenance. Use Minuteman supplied replacement parts.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully unpack and inspect your E Ride Scrubber for shipping damage. Follow unpacking instructions on shipping pallet. Each unit has been tested and thoroughly inspected before shipment. Any damage is the responsibility of the delivery carrier who should be notified immediately.
This machine is battery operated and designed to operate on 36 Volts DC (6) 6-volt batteries.
The recommended batteries are rated 235Ah (Minuteman P.N. 956740).
We do not recommend mixing Amp Hour capacities. Any alternate battery sets can be used if they are of equal physical size and capacity.
Read this manual carefully before operating this machine.
The operator is responsible for taking care of the daily maintenance and check ups of the machine to keep it in good working condition. The operator must inform the service mechanic or supervisor when scheduled maintenance is required as stated in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
Before starting, familiarize yourself with the machine and its controls (see “Machine Overview, Front”, “Machine Overview, Rear”, “Operator Compartment”, & “Control Console” diagrams).
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Machine Overview
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1.2Machine Overview - Rear
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24 Steering Tilt Lever
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26 Recovery Tank Lid
27 Vacuum Filter Access
28 Vacuum Inlet Assembly
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1.3Operator Compartment
AOperator’s Seat
BSolution Tank Lid
CCup Holder
DSolution tank
EAccelerator Pedal
FSteering Wheel
GDirectional Switch
HControl Panel
IRecovery Tank Safety Latch
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1.4Control Console
For operator ergonomics, the control console houses all the primary function controls in a central area. The key switch and optional headlight and offaisle wand switches are clustered in the back portion of the console. The directional switch (forward/reverse) is located at the front of the console for easy fingertip operation. The horn button, function selectors, and battery gauge are located in the central part of the console.
Key Switch (A) - S2
Controls the machine’s power (ON/ OFF) with a key for safety. All operational settings are retained even when the power is turned off and on. This also serves as a reset switch when errors or faults occur.
Off Aisle Wand Switch (OPTIONAL)
(B) - S7 (281900 OPTIONAL)
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ON/OFF control for the water supply to the wand and vacuum motor for the optional Off-Aisle Wand.
Headlight Switch (OPTIONAL) (C) - S10 (281990 OPTIONAL)
ON/OFF control for the optional headlights.
Battery Gauge (D) - BD1
Displays the level of charge remaining in the machine’s batteries. The gauge consists of 10 LEDs. (3 Green, 4 Amber, 3 Red) If the battery life is low, the battery gauge bar icon will be flashing to inform the operator that the machine is almost out of power. Once
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