When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrical shock - Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
• Never allow children or untrained adults to operate this equipment.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets. Keep
bystanders at least 25 feet away from the area of operation.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run appliance 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.
• 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.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where
they may be present.
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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INSPECTION
Carefully unpack and inspect your machine for shipping damage. Each unit is tested and thoroughly
inspected before shipment, and any damage is the responsibility of the delivery carrier who should
be notified immediately.
WARNING
Read Instruction Manual before operating this piece of equipment.
• To reduce the risk of fire use only commercially available floor cleaners and waxes intended for
machine application.
• Risk of explosion - floor sanding can result in an explosive mixture of fine dust and air. Use floor
sanding machine in a well-ventilated area free from any flame or match.
• Electrical motors and components can cause an explosion when operated near volatile materials
and vapors. Do not use this machine near flammable materials such a solvents, thinners, fuels,
grain dust, etc.
ELECTRICAL - 115 Volt
Model M17120-00, 01 02M20120-01, 02, 03
This machine is designed to operate on a standard 15 amp. 120 volt, 60 hz, AC circuit. Voltages
below 105 volt AC or above 125 volts AC could cause serious damage to the motor.
ELECTRICAL - 240 Volt
Model M17240-01, 02, 03 M20240-01, 02, 03
This machine is designed to operate on a standard 16 amp. type L fused 230 volt, 50 hz, AC circuit.
Voltages below 200 volt AC or above 250 volts AC could cause serious damage to the motor.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
• This floor finishing machine should be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric
shock. The machine is equipped with a three-conductor cord and a three-prong grounding type
attachment plug to fit the proper grounding type receptacle. The green (or green and yellow)
conductor in the cord is the grounding wire. Never connect this wire to other than the grounding
blade.
• Floor Finishing Machines Rated Less Than 150 Volts - If the machine is provided with an attachment
plug as shown in Sketch A it is intended for use on a 120-volt (nominal) circuit.
• If a properly grounded receptacle as shown in Sketch A is not available, an adapter as shown in
Sketch C is available and should be installed as shown in Sketch B if the outlet box that houses the
receptacle is grounded. Be sure to fasten the grounding tab with the faceplate screw.
• Floor Finishing Machines Rated More Than 150 Volts - If the machine is provided with an attachment
plug as shown in Sketch D, it is intended for use on a nominal 240 volt circuit. No adapter is
available for this plug.
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POUR USAGE COMMERCIAL SEULEMENT
MODE D’EMPLOI SECURITAIRE
Lorsque l’on utilise un appareil électrique, des précautions de base doivent toujours être suivies
telles que:
BIEN LIRE LE MODES D’EMPLOI AVANT USAGE
AVERTISSEMENT - Pour réduire les risques de feu, choc électrique ou blessure:
Ne pas quitter l’appareil lorsque la prise de courant est branchée. Débrancher de la sortie électrique
lorsque la machine n’est pas en usage ou pour en faire le service.
AVERTISSEMENT - Pour réduire le risque de choc électrique - Ne pas exposer à la
pluie - Entreposer à l’intérieur.
• Ne pas permettre l’usage comme jouet. Etre très prudent lorsque l’appareil est utilisé en
présence d ‘enfants.
• Utiliser tel que prescrit dans le livre d’opération et seulement avec les attachements
recommendés par le manufacturier.
• Ne pas s’en servir avec corde ou prise de courant endommangée. Si l’appareil ne fonctionne
pas ou a été échappé, endommagé, entreposé à l’extérieur ou depose dans l’eau, l’appareil
devrait être envoyé à un département de service pour inspection.
• Ne pas tirer ou porter par le câble ou se servir du câble comme poignée. Ne pas fermer de
portes sur le câble ou tirer le câble près d’objets pointus. Ne pas conduire l’appareil en écrasant
le câble et soyez certain de protéger le cable entre toutes surfaces de chauffage.
• Ne pas débrancher en se servant du câble. Pour débrancher tirer sur la prise et non sur le
câble.
• Ne pas manipuler la prise ou l’appareil avec les mains mouillées.
• Ne placer aucun objet dans la sortie et ne pas s’en servir si la sortie est obstruée. Eliminer
toute poussière, maillon, cheveux ou quoique ce soit qui pourrait réduire le mouvement d’air.
• N’exposer aucun cheveux, vêtement, doigts ou autres aux ouvertures de l’appareil.
• Ne rien ramasser de ce qui brûle ou de fumée tels que cigarettes, allumettes ou cendres en
feu.
• Ne pas employer sans filtre de poussière ou autre en position.
• Fermer tous les contrôles après utilisation.
• Soyez très prudent lors du nettoyage d’escaliers.
• Ne pas ramasser de liquide inflammable ou combustible tel que gazoline et ne pas utiliser
dans les endroits ou ces derniers pourraient être présent.
• Brancher dans une prise avec une prise de terre seulement. Voir références pour prise de
terre.
CONSERVEZ CES RECOMMANDATIONS
DE MODE D’EMPLOI
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USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
A qualified electrician should perform all service and repair. No user serviceable components are
employed in this equipment. No lubrication of the motor is required.
CORD STORAGE
While not in use, storage can be accomplished by winding cord around handle assy. Cord should be
completely unwound during operation.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return to service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Always unplug the machine when removing brush. This equipment should be stored indoors and
not exposed to rain.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE - 2-Speed Models Only
This machine employs a motor carbon brush wear indicator light located on the rear of the motor
cover. This will illuminate when the carbon brushes are worn to the point of needing replacement,
service should be done by a qualified electrician.
OPERATION
The brush is attached in the following manner: Tip machine backward with handle on floor. Brush is
then inserted over the lugs on the bottom of the gear unit and twisted to the left. This secures the
clutch plate of the brush over the lugs on the gear unit in the correct driving position.
LOWER HANDLE ASSEMBLY TO WAIST HIGH POSITION AND LOCK.
Due to the rotation of a single disc machine, it will naturally have a tendency to move to the right or
left, depending on the operator’s slight pressure either up or down on the handle. If the handle is
lifted slightly up, the machine will travel to the right; a downward pressure, and
it will travel to the left. It is this maneuverability that enables an operator to cover large areas in a short
time with the least amount of effort. The machine can be made to operate without travel by balancing
... KEEPING THE BRUSH PRESSURE ON THE FLOOR EQUAL. With a few minutes of practice in
a large area, you will have perfect fingertip control of the machine. This equipment is equipped with
trigger safety interloc. Refer to diagram pictured.
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Parts List
ItemPart No.Qty.Description
1190000PTD1Base Casting
2190001PTD1Housing 17
2A190002PTD1Housing 20
38072482Handle Brace
41900302Wheel
57115104WSR-Flat .50 x 1.00
67115244WSR-Wave .52 x .87
71900213Rivet
81900112Axle
97602611Bolt, Yoke
107115156WSR-Flat .44 x .87
111900171Bumper 17
11A1900181Bumper 20
127112374Bolt-HH 5/16-18 x 2.00
137115454WSR-Helical 5/16
148309492Snap Bushing
15
167113751Nut-Nyloc 3/8-16
177150621Decal, Warning
187114392Nut-Flanged Wizz 3/8-16
197115922WSR-Nylon .50 x 1.00
201800351Motor 3/4 HP w/Gear 115V
20A2000021Motor 1 HP w/Gear 115V
20B2000251Motor 1.5 HP w/Gear 115V
20C2002201Motor 1 HP w/Gear 240V
20D7505711Motor 1.5 HP w/Gear 240V
217151681Decal, Minuteman 17
21A7151691Decal, Minuteman 20
228056351Cork Gasket
23160048PTD1Motor Cover
247101533SCR-MC 10-32 x .37
257402711Motor/Gear Assembly 115V
25A7402731Motor/Gear Assembly 240V
267601231Motor Cover Mounting Bracket
277111242SCR-ST-B 10 x .38
281900201Motor Cover
297150751Decal 2-Speed
308291941Motor Top Cover
317101961SCR-MC 5/16-18 x .63
328306961Stain Relief
33832859-11Indicator Light 115V
33A832860-11Indicator Light 240V
347151701Decal, High/Low
357401881Switch 20 amp. 1.5 HP
368294891Foam Dampener
378328291Tinnerman Nut
387621461Cord, Pigtail
397621604Carbon Brush 115V
39A7402814Carbon Brush 240V
407402021Bridge Rectifier
417402591Traic Control 115V
41A7402801Traic Control 240V
427150671Decal, Brush Wear Indicator
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PARTS LIST
ItemPart No.Qty.Description
11900031Switch Box Front
21900041Switch Box Rear
2A190004MCH1Switch Box Rear, 240V
31900072Switch Trigger
41900081Switch Cap
51900092Safety Button
61900062End Cap
71900051Electrical Box Rear
81900121Tube Handle
91900152Trigger Spring
101500031Strain Relief, 115V
10A1500041Strain Relief, 240V
117151751Decal, Minuteman Runner
127114002Nut-Pipe Lock 1/2
137116192Roll Pin 1/8 x 1.50
141900162Foam Grip
157101862SCR-MC 1/4-20 x 2.25 TH
167116582Roll Pin 1/4 x 1.0
17170040PLT1Cord Hook
18162241Handle Clamp
191900101Strain Relief
201500021Orange Cord Set, 115V
20A7406001Cord Set, 240V
218033791Yoke
221900131COrd, Handle
238328591Indicator Light, 115V
23A8328601Indicator Light, 240V
247400053Wire Cap 14-18
257400292Switch 1.5 HP
267115531WSR-Lock #8
277403631Wire Assy Green w/Yellow
287120882SCR-Hi/Lo 8-18 x .75
297115021WSR-Flat 8
307103802SCR-MC 1/4-20 x .75
317111604SCR-Hi/Lo 10 x .63
327111624SCR-Hi/Lo 10 x 1.50
337112022Bolt-HH 1/4-20 x .50
347113162Nut-Hex 1/4-20
357113732Nut-Nyloc 1/4-20
367115442WSR-Helical 1/4
377400361Terminal Block, 240V
387105792SCR-MC 1/4-20 x .62
398076741Kick Lever Kit
408065611Dowel Kit
418065581Kick Lever
428071901Bolt Cam
438065551Washer Cam
447113741Nut-Nyloc 5/16-18
457115061WSR-Flat 5/16
461900292Sleeve
477115044WSR-Flat 1/4
487111285SCR-Hi/Low #8-18 x .625
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Minuteman International, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser/user that this product is free from defects in workmanship and
materials under normal use and service for a period of three years from date of purchase. In addition, Minuteman International,
Inc. will, at its option, honor labor warranty claims for the first 12 months from date of sale, provided such claims are submitted
through and approved by factory authorized repair stations. Minuteman International, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace
without charge, except for transportation costs, parts that fail under normal use and service when operated and maintained in
accordance with the applicable operation and instruction manuals.
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 International,
Inc. such as engines, batteries, battery chargers, hydraulic pumps, and tires are covered by and subject to the warranties and/
or guarantees of their manufacturers. Please contact Minuteman International, Inc. for procedures in warranty claims against
these manufacturers.
Special warning to purchaser — Use of replacement filters and/or prefilters not manufactured by Minuteman International, Inc.
or its designated licensees, will void all warranties expressed or implied.
A potential health hazard exists without exact original equipment replacement.
All warranteed items become the sole property of Minuteman International, Inc. or its original manufacturer, whichever the case
may be.
Minuteman International, Inc. disclaims any implied warranty, including the warranty of merchantability and the warranty of
fitness for a particular purpose. Minuteman International, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any special, incidental or consequential
damages.
This limited warranty is applicable only in the U.S.A. and Canada, and is extended only to the original user/purchaser of this
product. Customers outside the U.S.A. and Canada should contact their local distributor for export warranty policies. Minuteman
International, Inc. is not responsible for costs or repairs performed by persons other than those specifically authorized by Minuteman
International, Inc. 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.
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.
World HeadquartersMinuteman Canada, Inc.
Minuteman International, Inc.2210 Drew Road
111 South Rohlwing RoadMississauga, Ontario
Addison, Illinois 60101L5S 1B1