Tornado 94220, 94224, 94225, 94221, 94226 Operation & Maintenance Manual

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Tornado

Operation & Maintenance Manual

For Commercial Use Only

TORNADO INDUSTRIES

7401 W. LAWRENCE AVENUE

CHICAGO, IL 60706

[phone] FAX [phone]

www.tornadovac.com

Taskforce¥ 1200 & 1700 Wet/Dry Vacuums

94224 (17 Gallon with Trot-Mop)

L2756FD 3/06 ¤2006 Tornado Industries All rights reserved

MODEL NOS.
94220 & 94221 (12 Gallon)
94225 & 94226 (17 Gallon)

For Parts List see L2756FDP

Effective 3/13/2006

NOTES

This instruction book covers:

CATALOG NO. 94220 94224 94225 94221 94226
SERIES D A D D D
H.P./CFM 1.3 / 112 1.6 / 119 1.6 / 119 1.5 / 112 1.5 / 112
CAPACITY 12 17 17 12 17
RECOVERY 8.8 13.8 13.8 8.8 13.8
WATERLIFT 93” 96” 96” 87” 87”
MOTOR TYPE 115V

2-STAGE

BYPASS
POWER CORD 25 FT. GFCI 25 FT. GFCI 25 FT. GFCI 25 FT. GFCI 25 FT. GFCI
DIMENSIONS 18”L x 17”W

x 26”H
MODEL FEATURES WET/DRY TROT-MOP WET/DRY WET/DRY WET/DRY
CERTIFICATION ETL* ETL* ETL*

115V

2-STAGE

BYPASS

18”L x 17”W

x 26”H

115V

2-STAGE

BYPASS

18”L x 17”W

x 26”H

230V

2-STAGE

BYPASS

18”L x 17”W

x 26”H

230V

2-STAGE

BYPASS

18”L x 17”W

x 26”H

ALL SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

Warranty Information.......................................................... 4

Specifications ..................................................................... 5

Safety Instructions, Warnings, Grounding Instructions....... 6

Setup and Operation .......................................................... 9

Troubleshooting ................................................................. 12

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Thank you for choosing Tornado products. We are proud to offer the most

complete line of commercial and industrial cleaning equipment in the industry.

Our reputation for quality, innovation and durability is unsurpassed.

* Effective January 1 st, 2005. Terms subject to change without notice.

1) Windshear™ Blower-Dryer, Insulation Blowers, T191, T201, T12/1, CV 30, CV 38, CW 50, CW
100, Pro PAC Vacs, Duo-Upright Carpetkeepers™, Gas & Electric Pressure Washers, and all
chargers are warranted for 1 (one) year for both parts and labor.

2) Warranties on the EB30 are 90 days (batteries, charger, parts, accessories)

3) Warranties on all riding sweepers including the ICC1, KM 100/100 R, KMR 1250, and KMR
1700 are 24 months parts/6 months labor OR 1000 hours of operation, whichever comes
first. Warranties on the 75/140 & 90/140 are 24 months parts/12 months’ labor OR 1,000
hours of operation whichever comes first.

4) All non-wear item parts purchased after warranty expiration are warranted for 90 days.

5) Warranty starts from the date of sale to the consumer or, at Tornado’s discretion, 6 months
after dealer purchased the unit from Tornado, whichever comes first.

Note: Tornado, The Latest Dirt, Floorkeeper, Carpetkeeper, Carpetrinser, Carpetrinser/Dryer,
Headmaster, Taskforce, PAC-VAC, T-Lite, Glazer, Windshear, Max-Vac, CV 30, CV 38, and
Trot-Mop are trademarks of Tornado Industries.

Chicago area: [phone]

7401 W. Lawrence Avenue

1-800-VACUUMS

Fax: [phone]

Chicago, IL 60706

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Features in Brief:

x Designed for superior ease of operation and storage with high efficiency handling,

stack-ability and cord management functions.

x Gasket encased motors that provide low sound levels during operation.
x Industrial grade components which include highly durable, two stage blower suction

motors with self-cooling design.

x Patented, unique wet/dry cartridge filters (99% efficient to 1 Micron) that attach to

the unit without hardware.

x Custom motor housing design that provides improved maintenance and repair

accessibility.

x Optional throwaway paper bags for dry applications.

Overall Design Features:

The Tornado Taskforce 1200 (12 Gallon) & 1700 (17 Gallon) Wet/Dry Vacuums are
industrial grade units designed for stack-ability, cord management, durability,
maneuverability and ease of operation. They include molded recessed handles for ease
of carrying and dumping. The units have been sized to fit in the back seat or trunk of a
car. Both units hold liquid to 75% of their capacity and the 17-Gallon unit has it's own
drain hose system preventing the need for awkward drain plugs. Both units have a
unique inlet pipe design, which protects the wet/dry filter by creating a vortex flow within
the tank that forces the debris toward the tank walls. All units also have a custom motor
housing design, which reduces the motor sound level and provides good accessibility
for maintenance and repairs. In addition, these units have a solid molded handle
designed specifically for cord storage.

Standard Accessories, except Trot-Mop Model 94224:

x 14" Plastic Squeegee Tool
x 2-Piece Chrome Plated Extension Wand
x 10' Crush-proof Flexible Hose with Swivel
x Crevice Tool
x Round Brush Tool
x Bare Floor Tool

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Safety Instructions

When using this unit, basic precautions should always be followed. Read all instructions
before using this unit.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:

Turn off all controls, unplug from power source and allow unit to cool down before
attempting any maintenance or adjustment. Turn off and unplug when not in use.

Do not expose to rain or submerge in water. Store indoors. Do not use pressurized
water to clean machine. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary
when used by or near children

Use only as described in this manual. Do not leave machine unattended when running.

If machine is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water, consult an authorized Tornado service center.

Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving
parts.

Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep
openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.

Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot
ashes.

Do not pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use machine
where they may be present. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

Unroll the power cord before plugging it into a grounded outlet. Do not pull or carry by
cord, use cord as handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or
comers. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

Check power cord for signs of crushing, cutting or heat damage. If replacement of plug
or cord is needed, use only identical replacement parts.

Keep all connections dry and off the ground. Do not allow electrical cords to contact
water. Use only extension cords having an electrical rating not less than the rating of the
product. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp plug, not cord.

Any electrical wiring or repairs performed on this machine should be done by Authorized
Service Personnel in accordance with National and Local electrical codes. Use only
manufacturer's recommended attachments.

Wear protective clothing, ear plugs and footgear at all times. Use extra care when
cleaning on stairs.

Do not operate the unit when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage/injury caused to persons
or property because of improper procedures used which are not specified in this
manual.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING: Failure to adhere tp any of the instructions provided in this
manual could result in serious bodily injury or property damage.

BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE:

Read this manual completely before attempting to operate machine. This manual has
important information for the use and safe operation of the machine. Keep this manual
on file and handy. If additional information is needed, please contact your local
distributor or contact us at:

Tornado Industries, Inc. [phone]
7401 W. Lawrence Ave. Fax: [phone]

Chicago, IL 60706 Service E-mail: [e-mail]

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break down, grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electrical current to reduce the risk of electric
shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that
is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in
electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as
to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the
appliance; if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician. This appliance is for use on a nominal 120 or 230-volt circuit (depending on
model in use), and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in the sketch
below. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated the sketch may be
used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown, if a properly grounded outlet
is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded
outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green-colored rigid ear, lug or the
like, extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a
properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in
place by a metal screw.

EXTENSION CORDS

Use only three-wire extension cords (must be 12 Ga. by 3 wire minimum for 50 ft. length
or 10 Ga. by 3 wire minimum for 100 ft.) that have three-prong grounding-type plug caps
and three-pole receptacles that accept the appliance's plug. Replace or repair damaged
cords.

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Machine Components

ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART #

1 VAC HEAD ­2CANISTER ­3 10' FLEXIBLE HOSE 30257
4 BARE FLOOR TOOL 90714
5 14" SQUEEGEE FLOOR TOOL 30486
6 UPHOLSTERY TOOL 90711
7 ROUND BRUSH TOOL 90712
8 2-PIECE EXTENSION WAND 30258
9 CLOTH BAG (Not supplied wImachine) 19816

10 PAPER BAG (Not supplied wImachine) 90701

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Machine Setup and Operation Guidelines

(Refer to Machine Components on previous page)

NOTE: READ ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE

OPERATING MACHINE

SET UP

1. Remove the Vac-Head by releasing the

side clamps.

2. Remove tools, parts and hose from inside

unit.

3. Wheels
TO ATTACH FRONT WHEELS:
a.) Remove wheel parts from protective bag.
b.) Set machine on its side and screw front

wheels directly into the bottom inserts.
Do not overtighten!

TO ATTACH REAR WHEELS:
(You will need a hammer and some type of
workbench or table to install the rear wheels).
a.) Set machine on its opposite side and

assemble the parts as shown (refer to
photo A).

b.) Insert clevis pin into rear axle hole and

place washer on the -Wheel side (refer to
photo A1).

c.) Position machine firmly on a workbench

or table edge as shown (refer to photo A2)
and use hammer to attach wheel to
the unit. Make sure wheels are attached

securely.
Repeat the above procedure for the other
wheel.

4. Inspect the Wet/Dry filter inside the

machine. Remove any obstructions and

clean or replace if necessary (see

Operation Guidelines).

5. Inspect the Canister for obstructions and

clear if necessary.

NOTE: It is not necessary to use filter bags
with your machine.

6. Replace the Vac-Head and securely tighten

the side clamps.

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7. Securely insert the larger end of the flexible hose sleeve into the suction Intake

(refer to photo B).

8. Connect the extension wand onto the flexible hose.

9. Connect a floor tool onto the extension wand.

10. Check to make sure the On/Off switch is

in the "OFF" position.

NOTE: If your machine is supplied with a tank
drain hose, be sure the tank drain Ball Plug is
covering the hose opening before starting the
unit. The vacuum will not operate properly
with the Tank Drain Hose open (refer to
photo C).

OPERATION

AFTER SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF
THE SET UP PROCEDURES, YOUR
MACHINE IS NOW READY TO OPERATE.
PLEASE OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
STEPS AND PRECAUTIONS AT ALL
TIMES:

1. While tightly grasping the flexible hose,
start the unit by turning the on On/Off switch
to the "ON" position.

2.
A. WET PICKUP APPLICATIONS:
Using a floor tool move slowly across the
area you wish to clean. As the Canister of the
machine begins to fill, a float inside the filter
cage (refer to photo D) will rise and will close
the vacuum motor intake. Suction will stop.
At this point, turn the On/Off switch to the
"OFF" position and disconnect the power
cord from the receptacle.

Remove the Vac-Head and empty the
Canister as follows:

Unit Includes Tank Drain Hose:
Place the Tank Drain Hose in an area where
drainage will not be obstructed. Pull the tank
drain Ball Plug away from drain nozzle to
drain. Replace Ball Plug to close off drain
hose and attach drain hose back in its holding
bracket

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before resuming operation. The Wet/Dry Vac
cannot operate properly with the Tank Drain
Hose open.

Unit Does Not Include Tank Drain Hose:
Slowly Tilt the Wet/Dry Vac to empty the
Canister.

B. DRY PICKUP APPLICATIONS:

If using a paper filter bag, install/replace with
a new bag at the start of a new operation
(refer to photo E).
If not using a paper filter bag, tilt the Wet/Dry
Vac to empty the Canister.

4. Reposition and secure the Vac-Head with

side clamps and plug the power cord back

into the grounded outlet. Turn the On/Off

Switch back to the "ON” position and

resume operation.

MACHINE SHUTDOWN

1. After completing your cleaning operation,

turn the ON/OFF Switch to the "OFF"

position and unplug the Power Cord from

the receptacle.

2. Remove the Vac-Head and empty the

Canister as follows:

A. WET PICKUP APPLICATION:

Follow the instructions for emptying the
canister as described previously in the
OPERATION section (2.A.).

B. DRY PICKUP APPLICATION:

Same as above.

MAINTENANCE OF FILTER

For maximum operating efficiency and to
insure longer wear, empty and clean vacuum,
filter, and attachments after each day’s use
for maximum performance.

TO CLEAN FILTER:

A. Remove the Vac-Head from the Canister.

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B. Rinse the Canister and allow to air dry.

B. Turn the Vac-Head upside down and

pull the Wet/Dry filter off of the Vac-head

while taking caution not to damage filter

(refer to photo F).

a.) Wet Filter Cleaning: Rinse unit
with warm water and shake clean.
Allow unit to air dry.

b.) Dry Filter Cleaning: Shake filter
clean. Periodically rinse unit with
warm water. Allow to air dry.

3. Place Wet/Dry filter back onto the Vac­Head and secure with side clamps.

4. Wrap cord tightly around handle (refer to
photo G).

5. Wipe down the exterior of the unit with a
soft, damp cloth and store indoors.

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