Please refer to machine pictures on page 1
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Handle
2
Control panel (A-D)
3
Squeegee lifting lever
4
Lever for starting
brush rotation and
dispensing water
5
Handle adjusting lever
6
Recovery tank
7
Recovery tank lid
8
Solution tank filling
opening
9
Solution tank
10
Brush guard
11
Brush
12
Squeegee
13
Wheels
14
Recovery tank drain
hose
15
Vacuum hose
16
Battery charger lead
17
Battery charger
indicator
18
Water filter
19
Water regulation tap
A
LEDs status of
battery charge
1. Product information
These commercial floor treatment machines are designed
for the scrubbing of hard floors in indoor areas.
Maintenance free (gel) batteries must be used which
provide up to 80 minutes running time. A battery life
indicator allows the operator to assess the degree of
battery life available, and an on board battery charger
provides convenient charging. The machine is intended
for commercial use, for example in hotels, schools,
hospitals, factories, shops, offices, rental businesses and
other than normal housekeeping purposes.
The following instructions contain important information
about the machines and safety advice for the operator.
These instructions are valid for the following models:
Orbis Battery Scrubber – OBS38130/G...
Equipment must be operated, serviced and maintained in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. If in
doubt contact the supplier of your machine.
1.1 Important safety advice
When
using
precautions should be followed, including the
following:
• This machine must only be used for the manufacturer's
approved application as described in this manual.
B
Vacuum motor
button
Used to switch motor
ON
and
Provides suction at
the squeegee. Button
illuminated when in
the on position.
C
Brush motor button
Used to switch motor
ON and OFF. Button
illuminated when in
the on position. To
start
the
rotating
press
lever
on
the
hand side.
D
Water dispensing
button
When button D is
pressed it illuminates
and enables the
dispensing of water
for scrubbing. The
water is controlled by
pressing both button
C and by pressing
lever 3.
this
machine,
basic
• Please note that the safety information described in the
manual supplements and does not replace standards in
force in the country in which the machine is used.
• WARNING - Only use accessories and spare parts
provided with the machine or those approved by the
manufacturer. The use of other spare parts or
OFF.
accessories may impair the safety of the machine.
• CAUTION - This machine is for dry indoor use only and
should not be used or stored outdoors in wet conditions.
• All parts are to be positioned as indicated in the
instructions before using the machine.
• The machine must be unpacked and assembled in
accordance with these instructions before connecting to
the electrical supply.
• DO NOT use where hazardous dust is present.
• DO NOT use in an explosive atmosphere.
brush
• DO NOT pick up or use near flammable fluids, dusts or
the
vapours.
right
• DO NOT use to clean up any burning or lighted
materials such as cigarettes, matches, ashes or other
combustible objects.
• Take care when using a machine near the top of stairs
to avoid overbalancing.
• Only use the machine on firm level surfaces. DO NOT
use on a gradient or more than 2% slopes.
• DO NOT operate this machine on rough uneven
surfaces e.g. industrial concrete floors.
• DO NOT use on coarse concrete surfaces.
• DO NOT use outdoors e.g. on patios, decks or rough
surfaces.
• DO NOT sweep over wet surfaces.
• WARNING – Do not fill machines with water hotter than
50°C.
• DO NOT use diesel/petrol or corrosive detergents to
wash floors.
• DO NOT wash and vacuum corrosive, flammable and/
or explosive liquids, even if diluted.
• DO NOT put any object into openings. DO NOT use
with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, debris and
anything that may reduce airflow.
• DO NOT cover machine when in use.
• DO NOT operate the machine when connected to the
mains electrical supply.
• DO NOT leave the machine connected to the electricity
supply when not in use, unless you are charging the
machine; always remove the plug from the socket outlet.
• DO NOT leave machine running unattended.
• This machine should always be connected to a fully
earthed power supply of the right voltage and frequency.
• The machine shall be disconnected from its power
source during its cleaning or maintenance and when
replacing parts or accessories, by removing the plug
from the socket-outlet.
• DO NOT use if it has been damaged, left outdoors or
dropped into water.
safety
• DO NOT operate buttons or touch the mains plug with
wet hands as this may cause electric shock.
• WARNING - Keep the power supply cord clear of
moving parts (and/or rotating brushes). During operation
hazard may occur when running the machine over the
power supply cord.
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