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SATURN
LOW SPEED AND DUAL SPEED
FLOOR MACHINE
OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
17LS3-SS, 17LS3-BK
20LS3-SS, 20LS3-BK
20DS3-SS
17LS4-Bk, 20LS4-BK
WWW.EDIC-USA.COM
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UNPACKING YOUR NEW SATURN:
When your package is delivered, check each of the 3
cartons carefully for signs of rough handling. If the
SATURN is damaged, notify the carrier immediately
and request an inspection. Be sure to keep the cartons,
packing inserts, packing lists and carrier’s receipt until
the inspector has veried your claim.
EDIC’s liability ceases when the carrier picks up the
shipment. However, our customer service sta will be
happy to furnish any information needed in connection
with the claim and will attempt to expedite a resolution.
PLEASE READ BEFORE
OPERATING YOUR NEW SATURN:
Read the manual carefully and completely before attempting to operate the unit. is manual has important
information for the use and safe operation of the machine. Keep this manual handy at all times.
is equipment has been engineered and manufactured
to provide excellent performance and service. To ensure
that your equipment will continue to perform as intended:
• Maintain and inspect equipment regularly
• Use only original EDIC parts when servicing.
• Operate equipment with care.
If additional information is needed, please contact EDIC
at: 800-338-3342 or email info@edic-usa.com
All information and specications printed in the manual
are current at the time of printing; however, because of
EDIC’s policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without
notice.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOL-
LOWING WARNINGS AND INSTRUC-
TIONS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
WARNING!
• Do not operate the machine unless trained and authorized.
• Do not leave the machine unattended when plugged
in. Unplug from the outlet when not in use, before
servicing, and when changing the brushes or pads.
• Use indoors only.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.
• Do not bypass or defeat the safety “lock-out lever.”
• e machine was designed for use as per instructions and recommendations written in this manual.
Any deviation from its proper use or purpose and
the consequential damage that may occur is the sole
responsibility of the end user.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If the machine is not working as it should, or it has been
dropped, damaged, le outdoors or dropped into
water, take it to an authorized service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle,
close a door on the cord or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run machine over cord.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp
the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Make sure the machine is plugged into an electrical
outlet with the same voltage and frequency rating
as shown on the nameplate of the machine. Do not
attempt to plug a 115- volt machine into a 230- volt
outlet.
• Do not immerse or use this machine in standing
water. Such use can cause electric shock.
• Keep the electrical supply cord from contacting the
rotating brush or drive block.
• Do not expose machine to freezing temperatures.
• To avoid electric shock, do not expose the unit to
rain. Store indoors only.
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See
“Grounding Instructions.”
• Turn o all controls before unplugging.
• When using an extension cord, use a 3 conductorgrounding cord, 12 gauge wire or heavier. Do not use
more than 25’ of extension cord.
• 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 ow.
• Do not operate machine in ammable or explosive
areas.
• All servicing of EDIC equipment should be per-
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formed by an EDIC authorized service center.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all parts of
body away from openings and moving parts.
• Use extra care when cleaning near stairs.
• When servicing machine, use manufacturer’s supplied or approved replacement parts.
• Do not wrap the cord too tightly when storing.
• Work only in well lit areas.
• is equipment is heavy. Use proper liing techniques when liing heavy equipment.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS:
is piece of equipment must be grounded. Should an
electrical malfunction occur, grounding provides a path
of least resistance for electrical current- reducing the risk
of electric shock. is piece of equipment is furnished
with a cord that has a grounding conductor and grounding plug. e grounded plug must only be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING:
Connecting the equipment to an improperly grounded
outlet can result in an increased risk of electric shock. A
qualified electrician should be consulted if you are unsure that the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify
the plug provided with the equipment. If it will not fit
the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
Servicing:
In the event that your SATURN requires service, please
contact EDIC at:
800-338-3342
or email info@edic-usa.com
Do not attempt repairs yourself. EDIC will assist you in
locating an indepedent service contractor.
PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR
OPERATION
Your oor machine will operate in a wide variety of hard
oors and carpet cleaning applications. Consult with
your local dealer or EDIC Customer Service to select the
correct accessories for the job you are going to perform.
BRUSH, PAD DRIVER
INSTALLATION
Lock the handle in the upright position and tip the machine back so it rests on the handle and wheels. Fit the
three slots of the clutch plate in the back of the brush
or pad driver over the three lugs of the drive plate (Fig.
1). Push it rmly into position and turn it counterclockwise until it locks in place (Fig. 2).
is appliance is designed for use on a 120-volt circuit.
e grounding plug provided looks like the plug illustrated in Figure 1. Replace the plug if the grounding pin
is damaged or broken.
Figure 1
e Green (or Green/Yellow) wire in the cord is the
grounding wire. When replacing a plug, this wire must
be attached to the grounding pin only.
DO NOT use extension cords.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
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TO REMOVE PAD DRIVER:
Tip the machine back so it rests on the
handle and wheels. Turn the brush or pad driver
clockwise until it disengages and lis o. Do not store
the machine with the brush or pad drivers installed.
PAD INSTALLATION
TO INSTALL PAD: Tilt the machine back on wheels
until machine is resting on handle. Center the pad on the
pad holder and press the pad onto the pad holder.
TO REMOVE PAD: Simply remove the pad from the
pad holder by pulling it away from the pad holder with
steady force.
MACHINE OPERATION
1. Install the pad driver and pad, brush or attachment.
2. Plug in machine.
3. Lower the handle to the desired operating position.
4. Place both hands on the handle grips with your ngers around the ON/OFF lever which extends from
one side to the other underneath the handle grips.
5. e safety LOCK-OUT lever is located underneath
the right side handle grip and ON/OFF lever. To
unlock the LOCK-OUT lever, use your right hand
forenger to press the lever down toward the back of
the switch box
6. While pressing the LOCK-OUT lever, pull the ON/
OFF lever on either side of the handle to start the
machine.
7. e LOCK-OUT lever will automatically lock when
you release the ON/OFF lever preventing the machine from being turned on until it is unlocked
again.
ning. Always wait until motor has stopped completely
before changing speeds.
Storage:
Wipe with a clean damp cloth aer every use.
Store in a clean dry place.
CORD STORAGE:
• Unplug the cord- Clean and inspect for damage.
• Wrap the cord around the le side handle grip.
• Do not wrap too tightly.
TO MANEUVER YOUR FLOOR MACHINE
1. Raise the handle slightly and the machine will go to
the right. e higher you raise it, the faster it will go.
2. Lower the handle and the machine will go le. e
more you lower it, the faster it will go.
3. Practice on a smooth surface to gain experience in
operating the unit before moving on to other surfaces.
DUAL SPEED FUNCTION FOR 17DS3-BK &
20DS3-BK:
Use the black switch located directly behind the motor
to switch between low speed (180RPM) and high speed
(320RPM). Do not change speeds while machine is run-
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