CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Viper
product, and welcome to the V.I.P. family. We
appreciate your business and will do everything in our
power to keep you happy with your purchase for many
years to come.
As part of the V.I.P. family, you are entitled to the best
protection by one of the most comprehensive warranties
in
the industry.
Thank-you for purchasing Viper products!
Tom Vander Bie, CEO
Safety Precautions 1
Machine Operation 2-3
Machine Maintenance & Storage 3
Parts Lists 4-9
Wiring Diagram 10
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
!!! This machine must be grounded!
Grounding provides the path of least
resistance for electrical current. To reduce
the risk of electrical shock should the
machine malfunction, the machine has a
special grounding plug. Do not remove the
ground pin under any circumstances!
This machine is intended for commercial
use. It is constructed for use in an indoor
environment and is not intended for any
other use. Use only recommended
accessories.
All operators shall read, understand and
exercise the following safety precautions:
1) Do not operate machine:
- Unless trained and authorized.
- Unless you have read and understand
operators manual.
- In flammable or explosive areas.
- With damaged cord or plug.
- If not in proper operating condition.
- In outdoor areas.
- In standing water.
- Without bag / filters in place.
- With the use of extension cords.
2) Before operating machine:
- Make sure all safety devices are in
place and operate properly.
3) When using machine:
- Only use approved burnishing pads.
- Do not run machine over cord.
- Do not pull machine by cord or plug.
- Do not pull cord around sharp
edges or corners.
- Ensure the dust collection bag is in
place and is tightly sealed to the
machine.
- Turn power switch to “off “ prior to
unplugging machine.
- Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
- Do not stretch cord.
- Do not handle plug with wet hands.
- Keep cord away from heated
surfaces.
- Do not pick up burning or smoking
debris such as cigarettes, matches
or hot ashes.
- Report machine damage or faulty
operation immediately.
4) Before leaving or servicing machine:
- Turn off machine.
- Unplug cord from outlet.
5) When servicing machine:
- Unplug cord from outlet.
- Use manufacturer supplied or
approved replacement parts.
1
Operation of High Speed Floor Machine
*THIS IS A SPECIALIZED MACHINE
WHICH REQUIRES THE OPERATOR TO
UTILIZE A VIPER APPROVED PAD, AND
MUST BE ADJUSTED PROPERLY TO
ENSURE THE HIGHEST POSSIBLE
PERFORMANCE AND PRODUCTIVITY.
*Read operators manual thoroughly prior
to operating or servicing this machine.
GENERAL USE
1] Remove any obstructions or other
obstacles in the area which is to be
cleaned.
2] Remove dust recovery bag and empty it
out in a trash receptacle. Replace
dust recovery bag on machine, ensuring
it is sealed tightly to the machine.
3] Place handle in upright position and tilt
machine back until handle rests on the
floor.
*Be sure the machine is not plugged into
an outlet.
4] Remove the pad center gripping device
by unscrewing the thumbscrews.
5) Place a "Viper approved" burnishing pad
on the pad driver and re-attach the
center gripping device. (check with your
Viper distributor for approved pads)
6] Place machine back into its upright
position.
7] Plug power cord into grounded outlet.
*Do not use an extension cord in
conjunction with the standard power
cord.
8] The handle height may be adjusted by
lifting up on the handle release lever,
located on the right side of the
switch housing. Pull trigger and
lower handle to desired operating
position. Release trigger to lock
handle into place.
9] To start the machine, push on the red
safety release button located on the
top of the switch housing and
squeeze either switch lever.
10) Once the machine has reached
operating speed, look at the digital pad
pressure meter located on the top of
the motor cover. There are 3 light
colors which will help you determine
optimal pad pressure for operating the
machine. RED LIGHT(S): If one or both
red lights are illuminated, stop the
machine and turn the pad pressure
2
adjustment knob to the right to reduce
pad pressure. YELLOW LIGHT(S): If one
or both yellow lights is illuminated, stop
the machine and turn the pad pressure
adjustment knob to the left to increase
the amount of pad pressure. GREEN
LIGHT(S): If one, two or three green
lights are illuminated, the machine is
running at the optimal pad pressure
and you may begin working.
11] When the machine is in operation,
both hands should be gripping on the
handle.
12] To stop the machine at any time,
simply release the switch lever, and the
machine will stop automatically.
MAINTENANCE
To keep the machine performing well for
many years, please follow the following
maintenance procedures.
*Always confirm that the machine is
unplugged prior to performing any
maintenance or repairs.
1] Unplug machine as soon as you are done
using it.
2) Remove dust recovery bag and empty
contents into a trash receptacle.
Inspect dust recovery bag for any
damage prior to replacing it on the
machine.
3] Clean the outside of the machine with a
mild cleaner.
4] Check power cord for any damage. If
any damage is detected, replace the
cord immediately.
5] Lubricate wheels with a water resistant
lubricant every month.
6] Check machine for loose or missing nuts
and bolts, and replace as necessary.
7] If the machine is used in a dusty
environment, you may remove the
motor cover and blow the motor clean
with compressed air. This will allow for
good ventilation and help the motor run
cooler.
STORAGE
1] Unplug machine from power source.
2] Store in upright position in a dry area.