MODEL _______________________________________
DATE OF PURCHASE __________________________
SERIAL NUMBER ______________________________
SALES REPRESENTATIVE # _____________________
DEALER NAME ________________________________
OPERATIONS GUIDE NUMBER ___________________
PUBLISHED
__________________________________________
Copyright 2002 Windsor Industries, Printed in USA
YOUR DEALER
For the name and address of your dealer contact: Windsor Industries
OVERVIEW
The Lightning is a propane powered, high speed, burnisher/stripper intended for commercial use.
The burnisher model buffs most hard floor surfaces with the use of special pads. The stripper
model applies stripping solution to the floor to remove any sealant, floor finishing, etc.
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Machine Data Log/Overview.........................2
Table of Contents..........................................3
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
How to use this Manual.................................1-1
SAFETY
Important Safety Instructions........................ 2-1
The HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL section will tell
you how to find important information for ordering
correct repair parts.
Parts may be ordered from authorized Windsor
dealers.
When placing an order for parts, the
machine model and machine serial number are
important. Refer to the MACHINE DATA box which
is filled out during the installation of your machine.
The MACHINE DATA box is located on the inside of
the front cover of this manual.
MODEL _____________________________________
DATE OF PURCHASE ________________________
SERIAL NUMBER ____________________________
SALES REPRESENTATIVE # ___________________
DEALER NAME ______________________________
OPERATIONS GUIDE NUMBER __________________
PUBLISHED ________________________________
Copyright 2002 Windsor Industries, Printed in USA
The model and serial number of your machine is on
the bottom back-end of the machine.
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The SAFETY section contains important information
regarding hazard or unsafe practices of the
machine. Levels of hazards is identified that could
result in product or personal injury, or severe injury
resulting in death.
The OPERATIONS section is to familiarize the
operator with the operation and function of the
machine.
The MAINTENANCE section contains preventive
maintenance to keep the machine and its
components in good working condition.
The PARTS LIST section contains assembled parts
illustrations and corresponding parts list. The parts
lists include a number of columns of information:
- REF – column refers to the reference
number on the parts illustration.
- PART NO. – column lists the part
number for the part.
- PRV NO. – reference number.
- QTY – column lists the quantity of the
part used in that area of the machine.
- DESCRIPTION – column is a brief
description of the part.
- SERIAL NO. FROM – column indicates
the first machine the part number is
applicable to. When the machine design
has changed, this column will indicate
serial number of applicable machine.
The main illustration shows the most
current design of the machine. The
boxed illustrations show older designs. If
column has an asterisk (*), call
manufacturer for serial number.
- NOTES – column for information not
noted by the other columns.
NOTE: If a service or option kit is installed on your
machine, be sure to keep the KIT INSTRUCTIONS
which came with the kit. It contains replacement
parts numbers needed for ordering future parts.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
!
When using a propane powered appliance, basic precaution
must always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, or injury:
Use only indoors. Do not use outdoors or expose to rain.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended components and
attachments.
Maintenance and repairs must be done by qualified personnel.
Only trained operators should be allowed to operate propane powered floor machines.
If the machine is not working properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to an authorized service center.
Check fuel cylinder for overfill before taking it into the building or placing it in storage.
Install fuel cylinder in a well ventilated place.
Be aware of possible leaks of propane gas if odor is present.
If the machine is stored inside a building, remove the fuel cylinder & store properly outside.
Secure fuel cylinders when being transported. If attached to the machine service valves should be
OFF.
Never store fuel cylinders in a vehicle, building, or area where they may exposed to high temperature
Do not operate the machine with any openings blocked. Keep openings free of debris that may reduce
airflow.
Machine can cause a fire when operating near open flames or sparks.
This machine is suitable for commercial use, for example in hotels, schools, hospitals,
factories, shops and offices for more than normal housekeeping purposes.
Remove fuel cylinder and disengage the starter before cleaning or servicing. Before the machine is discarded, the fuel cylinder must be removed and properly disposed of.
During operation, attention shall be paid to other persons, especially children.
Before use all covers and doors shall be put in the positions specified in the instructions.
When leaving unattended, secure against unintentional movement.
When leaving unattended, switch off or lock the main power switch to prevent unauthorized use.
This appliance has been designed for use with the brushes specified by the manufacturer. The fitting
of other brushes may affect its safety.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL
The following symbols are used throughout this guide as indicated in their descriptions:
HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL
There are three levels of hazard intensity identified by signal words -WARNING and CAUTION and FOR
SAFETY . The level of hazard intensity is determined by the following definitions:
!WARNING
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
!CAUTION
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor personal injury or product or property
damage.
FOR SAFETY: To identify actions which must be followed for safe operation or equipment.
Report machine damage or faulty operation immediately. Do not use the machine if it is not in proper
operating condition. Following is information that signals some potentially dangerous conditions to the
operator or the equipment. Read this information carefully. Know when these conditions can exist. Locate
all safety devices on the machine. Please take the necessary steps to train the machine operating
personnel.
FOR SAFETY
DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE:
Unless Trained and Authorized.
Unless Operation Guide is Read and understood.
In Flammable or Explosive areas.
In areas with possible falling objects.
WHEN SERVICING MACHINE:
Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose clothing; jackets, shirts, or sleeves when working on the
machine. Use Windsor approved replacement parts.
!WARNING
Fuel cylinders emit propane gas. Explosion or fire can result. Keep sparks and open flame away.
Do not smoke around fuel cylinders.
!WARNING
Remove fuel cylinder before working on machine. Only qualified personnel should work on
machine. Always wear eye protection and protective clothing when working on machine.
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Your machine is shipped ready for your operation,
with exception of fuel cylinder. For hazard and safety
issues, the cylinders are sent with no fuel. Prior to
operation have your cylinder filled at a reputable
propane dealer.
!CAUTION
The fuel cylinder supplied with this machine is a
DOT 4E240 propane cylinder. Cylinders not branded
with DOT 4E240 on the top collar should not be
used. Never use a cylinder from a barbecue, etc. on
this machine.
The capacity of the 4E240 cylinder is 20lbs., 80% of
the total water capacity. Never overfill the cylinder.
BEFORE OPERATING THE MACHINE:
1. Check fuel cylinders: Check for overfill before
taking them into the building.
To check a cylinder for overfill:
a. Take it to a safe area outside.
b. Open the fixed liquid level gauge.
(bleeder valve)
c. Observe the gas from the valve:
1. If White cloud – Overfilled
2. If Clear vapor – Safe
d. If overfilled, allow to vent until vapor is
Clear in color.
2. Check Oil level: Check level prior to starting
engine and daily before using machine. Use
specified oil if necessary to add. DO NOT OVER FILL OIL LEVEL, to do so may cause damage to
the engine, thus voiding warranty.
When checking oil refer to the specific engine
manufacturers instruction manual, as some
engines differ in correct procedure.
Use 10W30 oil.
3. Check Air Filter: Be sure the carburetor air filter
is free of dust/oil, etc. NOTE: Dirty filters is the
most frequent cause of elevated toxic emissions.
Check and clean recoil dust filter if necessary.
(see specific engine owners manual)
4. Check Pad & Pad Driver.
5. Adjust handle height: Use a 9/16 wrench to
loosen and tighten pivot points. Most find it
necessary to adjust the handle to “belt height”
for optimum control.
6. Install Fuel Cylinder: Take machine to a well
ventilated area. Check cylinder for overfill. (see
step 1) Install cylinder on machine with tank
strap. Connect the fuel cylinder to the machine
using “Rego” connection. Tighten “hand-tight”.
NOTE: Careful not to cross thread the Rego
connection. Open the service valve slowly. Be
alert for propane leaks. To remove cylinder
reverse the procedure.
MACHINE OPERATIONS
STARTING PROCEDURES
Burnisher:
1. Tilt machine back on rear casters so pad is off
the floor.
2. Slowly open the service valve on the fuel
cylinder. NOTE: opening the service valve too
quickly may cause the excess flow valve to stop
the flow of propane. If this occurs, close the
service valve, wait a few seconds and re-open it
SLOWLY!
3. Push the throttle lever to the choke position and
engage the starter by using the start button.
(NOTE: If equipped with key switch, start by
turning the key) Do not engage starter for more
than 20 seconds at a time, allow 10-20 seconds
between attempts to start the engine.
4. When engine starts, ease the throttle ba ck to
running position.
!WARNING
DO NOT run engine with throttle in the choke
position. Excessive harmful emissions will be
produced putting you and others in harms way.
5. Increase throttle to about ¾ and carefully lower
the machine pad to the floor while walking
forward slowly.
Optional: Electric Clutch
If equipped with and optional clutch, move throttle to
slow and engage the clutch by squeezing the
“trigger switch” on the operation handle. Move the
throttle to ¾ speed, slowly lower pad to the floor
while walking forward slowly.
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MACHINE OPERATIONS
STARTING PROCEDURES
Stripper:
!CAUTION
This machine is only as fast as you allow it to be. It
is imperative that you keep the floor wet with
stripping solution while stripping and remove the
sludge quickly and completely. Rinsing thoroughly
before re-coating with sealer or floor finish.
1. Clear all areas of all displays. Remove any dust
and stickers from floor.
2. Prepare stripping solution according to
instructions on label.
3. Apply solution to the floor using a mop or other
method of application. KEEP FLOOR WET
WITH SOLUTION.
4. Allow 10 minutes or so for solution to penetrate
floor coating.
5. Using a “doodle bug” scrape the edg es clear of
floor finish.
6. Begin stripping with the machine. (one pass is
generally all that is needed).
7. Follow the machine with recovery of sludge and
damp mop. NOTE: rinse floor thoroughly.
Keep both models moving. Running the machine in
one place for more than a few seconds may damage
the floor.
!WARNING
Exhaust emissions contain harmful toxic gases. The
worst being carbon monoxide. Do not operate the
machine in confined areas for prolonged times.
Always make certain that adequate ventilation is
had.
!CAUTION
Never engage clutch in the fast run position or with
the pad on the floor, this may cause damage to the
clutch and the floor.
!WARNING
Be careful not to allow the machine to come in
contact with loose tiles or other obstruction on the
floor. The pad is turning at approximately 2000
RPM. If loose objects are hit by revolving pad they
could become dangerous missiles.
EMERGENCY STOPPING PROCEDURE
In case of an emergency, the machine can be
brought to an instant stop by:
1. Pull the throttle back to stop position or turn key
switch to OFF, if equipped.
2. Close service valve on the fuel cylinder.
3. If the machine is equipped with a “Kill Switch”,
activate the switch.
!CAUTION
The engine may backfire when stopped in this
manner.
STOPPING PROCEDURE
1. Close the service valve on the fuel cylinder while
the engine is running. This serves to “purge” the
fuel system of all flammable gas.
2. Tilt the machine back on it’s rear caster and
allow the engine to run until it stops.
3. Turn the key switch OFF if equipped.
Do not leave the machine unattended while the
engine is running for long periods of time. If
necessary to leave the machine for short periods to
move a display etc. move the throttle lever to idle
position and tip machine back on the rear caster.
It has been the accepted practice to start buffing
from the right side of the aisles. Most smaller
machines are offset to the right to allow buffing close
on that side.
TRANSPORTING/STORING MACHINE
When transporting the machine from one site to
another, secure the machine with the fuel cylinder
installed and the service valve OFF. Allow the
engine to cool down some before loading the
machine for transport.
When storing the machine, remove the propane
cylinder and store outside. (see pg. 3-3 for Storage
of Fuel Cylinders) Perform all daily maintenance
procedures. Store machine in a cool, dry, secure
area where it will not be damaged by other traffic.
Tilt the machine back on the rear caster with the pad
off of the floor.
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PROPANE FUEL SYSTEM
!WARNING
Adjustments and repairs to the propane fuel system
can only be made by properly trained and certified
Service Technicians.
!WARNING
Improper adjustments will cause increased toxic
emissions of carbon monoxide and may result in
carbon monoxide poisoning.
CHANGING OIL
The manufacturer recommends 10W30 oil.
1. Run engine for 5 minutes to warm the oil.
2. Make sure machine is on level surfa ce, pad on
the floor. Place container under drain and open
the oil drain valve. Allow oil to drain completely.
3. Close drain valve and add 1 qt. Of 10W30 motor
oil. Check level and add if necessary.
4. Replace oil-fill cap assembly. Hand tighten only.
!CAUTION
DO NOT over fill oil and never run engine with low
oil level, this could cause damage to the engine
voiding your warranty.
NOTE: When checking oil, remove dip stick, wipe
clean, then reinsert the dip stick into the engine. DO NOT SCREW IN (check engine manufacturer
manual for recommended procedure). Remove dip
stick and observe oil level as indicated on dip stick.
ADJUSTING BELT TENSION
Tools required for this procedure are:
- ¾” (19mm) open end wrench
1. Loosen mounting bolt on top side of machine
2. Rotate adjusting nut counter clockwise with
3. While holding the tension on the adjusting nut,
4. Check belt tension by pinching belt together.
- 15/16” (24mm) deep well socket
deck while holding adjusting nut on underside of
deck. NOTE: the mounting bolt must be
loosened before adjustment can be made.
socket to apply tension to belt.
tighten the mounting bolt on top of the deck.
Belt should depress only ½” (12mm)
Mounting Bolt
Machine Base
Tensioner
Tensioning Gauges
Idler Pulley
Adjusting Nut
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MACHINE OPERATIONS
REFUELING/STORING CYLINDERS
The following information refers to regulations within
the United States of America and Canada. For other
countries, the owner must assure that the required
regulations are met.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has
established standards for the storage and handling
of liquefied petroleum gasses. This standard is
NFPA 58.
Liquefied propane will expand 270 times into
flammable vapor, which is used as fuel for propane
engines. Proper training is recommended for those
operating propane powered machines in order to
limit the hazards related to the handling and storage
of propane fuel cylinders.
REFUELING
The capacity of the 4E240 cylinder is 20lbs., 80% of
the total water capacity. Never overfill the cylinder.
Have the cylinder filled at a reputable propane
dealer.
Do not attempt to repair a propane cylinder yourself.
Return the cylinder to your propane dealer for
authorized service.
STORING
Propane fuel cylinders whether full or empty should
be stored outside the building in a secure cylinder
storage cabinet in accordance with NFPA 58 5-4.2.1
!CAUTION
Vertical Propane fuel cylinders must always be
stored in a vertical position. This position assures
that the discharge from the pressure relief valve or
other items will be largely vapor and not liquid which
will expand to 270 times to flammable vapor.
The manufacturer reminds you that the fuel
cylinders should be removed from the machine
and placed in the proper storage cabinets
outside the building.
NOTE: Local authorities may have additional
requirements for storage of fuel cylinders. Always
check with the local authorities for these additional
requirements.
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