ADIATEK ruby 48e User guide

ruby 48e
06 2018
Use and maintenance
Warning! Please read the instructions before use.

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INTRODUCTORY COMMENT
Thank you for having chosen our machine. This floor cleaning machine is used for the industrial and civil cleaning and is able to clean any type of
floor. During its advance movement, the combined action of the brush and the detergent solution removes the dirt which is aspirated through the
rear suction assembly, giving a perfectly dry surface.
The machine must be used only for such purpose. It gives the best performance if it is used correctly and maintained in perfect efficiency. We
therefore ask you to read this instruction booklet carefully whenever difficulties arise in the course of the machine’s use. In case of need, we ask you
to contact our service department for all advice and servicing as may prove necessary.
SUMMARY
INTRODUCTORY COMMENT 3
GENERAL RULES OF SAFETY 4
Transfer 4
Storage and disposal 4
Correct use 4
Maintenance 4
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 5
SYMBOLOGY ON THE MACHINE 6
SYMBOLOGY ON THE MANUAL 6
LEGEND INSTRUMENT BOARD AND CONTROLS 7
LEGEND MACHINE 7
BEFORE USE 8
Handling of the packed machine 8
Unpacking of the machine 8
Squeegee assembly 8
Adjustment of the squeegee height 8
Adjustment of the squeegee inclination 8
Splash guard assembly 8
Brush assembly and disassembly 9
Recovery tank 9
Detergent solution tank 9
FLOOR CLEANING 10
Starting of the machine 10
Brush motor overload protection device 10
Overflow device 10
Emptying detergent solution 10
Forward movement 10
Stop 10
STOP OF THE MACHINE AFTER CLEANING OPERATION 11
DAILY MAINTENANCE 11
Recovery tank cleaning 11
Suction filter cleaning 11
Brush cleaning 11
Squeegee cleaning 11
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE 11
Rear squeegee rubber replacement 11
Squeegee hose cleaning 12
Cleaning of solution tank and filter 12
TWO-MONTHLY MAINTENANCE 12
Front squeegee rubber replacement 12
SIX-MONTHLY MAINTENANCE 13
Splash guard replacement 13
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 13
The suction motor does not work 13
The brush motor does not work 13
Insufficient water on the brush 13
The machine does not clean properly 13
The squeegee does not dry perfectly 13
Excessive foam production 13
PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE 14
Periodic ordinary maintenance chart 14

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GENERAL RULES OF SAFETY
The rules below have to be followed carefully in order to avoid injury
to the operator and damage to the machine.
−Read the labels carefully on the machine. Do not cover them for
any reason and replace them immediately if damaged.
−ATTENTION: The machine must be used exclusively by authorized
staff that have been instructed on its correct and proper use.
−ATTENTION: Do not use the machine on areas having a higher
gradient than the one stated on the number plate.
−ATTENTION: The machine is not to be used by persons, children
included, with reduced physical, sensorial or mental capabilities, or
with lack of experience or knowledge, unless they could benefit,
through the intermediation of a responsible person for their safety,
by a supervision or instructions concerning to its use.
−During the operation of the machine, pay attention to other people
and especially to the children.
−Children shall not play with the machine.
−Children cannot carry out cleaning and maintenance of the
machine.
TRANSFER
−Do not strike shelvings or scaffoldings where there is danger of
falling objects.
−Leaving the machine in parking position, take off the key and act
upon the parking brake.
−Do not use the machine as a means of transport.
−Adapt the working speed to the adhesion conditions: particularly,
slow down before narrow curves have to be faced.
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
−Storage temperature: between 0°C and +55°C (32°F and 131°F).
−Perfect operating temperature: between 0°C and +40°C (32°F and
104°F).
−The humidity should not exceed 95%.
−By the end of their lifespan, the machines become waste identified
by the acronym RAEE and in accordance with the 2012/19 EU
directive they have to be delivered to the dedicated collection
centers.
CORRECT USE
−Do not use the machine on surfaces covered with inflammable
liquids or dusts (for example hydrocarbons, ashes or soot).
−In case of fire, use a powder-based fire-extinguisher. Do not use
water.
−Do not use the machine in explosive atmosphere.
−The machine has to carry out simultaneously the operations of
washing and drying. Different operations must be carried out in
restricted areas prohibited to non-authorized personnel and the
operator has to wear suitable shoes.
−Signal the areas of moist floors with suitable signs.
−Do not mix different detergents, avoiding harmful odors.
−Avoid brush operation when the machine is standing still in order
to prevent floor damages.
−Before lifting the recovery tank, make sure that it is empty.
−Do not touch or pass over the mains cable while the brush is
operating.
−Do not damage the mains cable with squashings, bendings or
stressings.
−Check the integrity of the mains cable. If during working a damage
is noticed, stop the machine immediately and take off the plug
from the mains socket. Replace with the special cable available at
the authorized centre of the technical assistance.
−In bad mains conditions, the machine could cause transitory
voltage drops.
MAINTENANCE
−If the machine does not work properly, check by conducting simple
maintenance procedures. Otherwise, as for technical advice from
an authorized assistance centre.
−For any cleaning and/or maintenance operation take off the power
supply from the machine.
−Where parts are required, ask for ORIGINAL spare parts from the
distributor and/or from an authorized dealer.
−Use only ORIGINAL brushes.
−Do not take off the protections which require the use of tools for
their removal.
−Do not wash the machine with direct water, jets or with high water
pressure nor with corrosive material.
−Every 200 working hours have a machine check by an authorized
service department.
−Before using the machine, check that all panels and coverings are
in their position as indicated in this use and maintenance
catalogue.
−Restore all electrical connections after any maintenance operation.

TECHNICAL FEATURES ruby 48e
Working width
mm
485
in
19
Squeegee width
mm
770
in
30
Work capacity, up to
sqm/h
1700
sqft/h
18.300
Brush diameter
mm
1 x 485
in
1 x 19
Brush RPM (rpm) 180
Brush pressure
kg
25
lbs.
55
Brush motor
W
750
A
Suction motor
W
400
A
Suction motor depression
mbar
110
water lift
48
Speed type semi-aut.
Slope (max) % 2
Solution tank
l
45
gal
12
Recovery tank
l
45
gal
12
Machine length
mm
1185
in
47
Machine height
mm
1053
in
41.5
Machine width (without squeegee)
mm
530
in
21
Machine weight (empty)
kg
83,7
lbs.
184,5
Machine gross weight (according to
EN 60335-2-72 art. 5.z102)
kg
126,8
lbs.
279,5
Acustic pressure level (according to EN 60704-1)Lpa dB (A) -
Class
Preotection level IP 23
Packed machine weight
kg
105
lbs.
231,5
Packing measurements (LxPxH)
cm
118x67x119
in
46.5x26.4x47
III

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SYMBOLOGY ON THE MACHINE
Symbol denoting the solution valve.
Indicates on the
instrument board the signal
lamp of the solenoid valve.
Indicates the solution valve lever.
Indication of the maximum temperature of the
solution detergent.
It is placed near the charging hole of the
solution tank.
Symbol denoting the lifting of the squeegee.
Symbol denoting the flash.
Indicates the signal lamp for presence of the
mains tension on the machine.
Symbol denoting the lowering of the squeegee.
Symbol denoting the brush.
Indicates the switch of the brush motor.
Symbol denoting the suction motor.
Indicates the switch of the suction motor.
Symbol denoting the crossed bin.
Indicates that at the end of its activity, the
machine has to be disposed conforming to the
laws in force.
Symbol denoting the squeegee adjustment.
SYMBOLOGY ON THE MANUAL
Symbol denoting the open book.
Indicates that the operator has to read the
manual before the use of the machine.
Symbol that indicates the obligation of wearing
safety glasses.
Warning symbol.
Read
carefully the sections marked with this
symbol, for the security of both the operator
and the machine.
Symbol that indicates the obligation of wearing
safety gloves.
Symbol that indicates the obligation of
disconnecting the system through the plug
before operating on the machine.
Symbol that precedes an important information
about the proper use of the machine.
Icon indicating the part of the manual related
to the unboxing, preparation and start of the
machine.
Symbol that indicates operations that have to
be carried out only by qualified personnel.
Icon indication the part of the manual related
to the maintenance of the machine.
Icon indicating the part of the manual related
to the machine use.

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LEGEND INSTRUMENT BOARD AND CONTROLS
1. BRUSH MOTOR SWITCH
2. SUCTION MOTOR SWITCH
3. SIGNAL LAMP FOR PRESENCE OF THE TENSION
4. SIGNAL LAMP SOLENOID VALVE ON
5. RESTORABLE FUSE BRUSH MOTOR
6. OPERATOR PRESENCE LEVER
7. SQUEEGEE LIFTING LEVER
8. SOLUTION VALVE LEVER
LEGEND MACHINE
1. BRUSH BASE GROUP
2. PLUG EXHAUST HOSE RECOVERY TANK
3. RECOVERY TANK
4. INSTRUMENT BOARD
5. SCREW CAP FOR INLET DETERGENT SOLUTION
6. SQUEEGEE HOSE
7. INLET OPENING SQUEEGEE HOSE
8. SUCTION COVER
9. SOLUTION TANK
10. WHEELS
11. BRUSH BASE LEVER
12. SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY
13. CASTOR WHEELS

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BEFORE USE
HANDLING OF THE PACKED MACHINE
The machine is supplied with suitable packing foreseen for fork lift
truck handling.
For the package dimensions please look at the “TECHNICAL
DESCRIPTION” table.
Do not place more than 2 packings on top of each other.
UNPACKING OF THE MACHINE
1. Remove the external packing.
2. Unscrew the brackets that secure the machine to the pallet.
3. Move the machine backwards, as indicated in figure, avoiding
heavy contacts to mechanical parts.
4. Keep the pallet for eventual transport.
The portable slope is not included in the packaging.
SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY
With the squeegee support lowered, slide the two stud bolts (1)
placed on the upper part of the squeegee inside the slots on the
support. Block the squeegee by rotating the lever (2) clockwise.
Insert the squeegee hose (3) into its coupling, respecting its position
as indicated in the figure.
ADJUSTMENT OF THE SQUEEGEE HEIGHT
The squeegee must be adjusted in height depending on the rubber
wear. In order to guarantee a perfect drying during the operation, the
lower blade of the rear squeegee rubber (4) must work slightly bent
backwards (operator side) in uniformed way in all its length.
Acting clockwise upon the two registers (5) it is possible to increase
the bending of the rubber. Acting counterclockwise it is possible to
decrease the rubber bending.
A label placed near the two registers (5) indicates rotation sense to
increase or reduce the height.
Note: The wheels of the squeegee support must be adjusted through
the registers (5) at the same height so that the squeegee works
parallel to the floor.
ADJUSTMENT OF THE SQUEEGEE INCLINATION
In case of need, to increase the rubber bending in the central part, it
is necessary to tilt the squeegee rotating counterclockwise the
register (6). To increase the rubber bending on the squeegee
extremities, rotate the register clockwise.
SPLASH GUARD ASSEMBLY
The two splash guards have to be assembled onto the brush base
group. Insert the metal strips inside the suitable slots present on the
rubber. Place the round hole at the flat extremity of the strip onto
the screw placed in the front part of the brush base group. Secure the
strips through the nut blocking it.
Screw down the knobs in the rear part of the cover in the free
extremity of the metal strips. The operation has to be carried out for
both splash guards.
With the brush assembled, the splash guard must slightly touch the
floor.

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BRUSH ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY
1. Take off the electric supply to the machine by unplugging the
plug.
2. Acting upon the pedal lift the brush base group.
3. With the brush base group in lifted position, insert the brush
into its plate seat underneath the brush base turning it until the
three metal buttons are properly seated in their slots; rotate
energically the brush to push the button towards the coupling
spring until it gets blocked.
The figure shows the rotating sense for the brush coupling.
To unlock the brush, perform the same operations and rotate the
brush the opposite way as for the locking.
RECOVERY TANK
Check that the cover of the suction filter (1) is correctly secured, after
rotating the levers and that the suction motor hose (2) is correctly
connected.
Verify also that the squeegee hose is correctly inserted into the seats
(3 and 4) and that the exhaust hose plug (5) placed in the front part
of the machine, is closed.
DETERGENT SOLUTION TANK
The capacity of the detergent solution tank is indicated in the
technical data sheet.
Open the screw plug (1) placed in the rear left part of the machine
and fill the detergent solution tank with clean water at a maximum
temperature of 50°C. Add the liquid detergent in the percentage and
conditions foreseen by the manufacturer. To avoid excessive foam
presence, which could cause problems to the suction motor, use the
minimum percentage of detergent. Screw down the plug to close the
tank.

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FLOOR CLEANING
STARTING OF THE MACHINE
The machine is equipped with a mains cable complete with a plug for
the connection to the mains system and with a socket connector to
insert inside the plug (6) situated underneath the instrument board.
1. Insert the socket inside the machine plug (6).
2. Hook the cable onto the support (7) to avoid that probable tears
can damage the socket.
3. Lower the brush base acting upon the lever (10).
4. Acting upon the squeegee lifting lever (8) lower the squeegee.
5. Insert the plug into the appropriate mains socket and check that
on the instrument board the signal lamp for tension presence (3)
comes on.
6. Press the brush motor switch (1).
7. Press the switch of the suction motor (2) and this will start to
function.
8. Acting upon the solution valve lever (9) adjust the solution
detergent quantity bringing the floor uniformly wet, avoiding the
leakage of detergent from the splash guards. Always consider that
the correct quantity of solution detergent depends on type of floor,
dirtiness and machine speed.
9. The machine is equipped with solenoid valve and the flow of
detergent solution will be activated automatically, once the solution
valve has been opened through the lever (9), acting upon the levers
presence. On the instrument board the signal lamp of the open
solenoid valve will come on (4). Releasing these levers, flow will stop
automatically.
10.Activating the levers the brush will start rotating transferring to
the machine a forward movement. The squeegee will start drying the
floor.
11.During the first meters check that the detergent solution flow is
appropriate and that the squeegee adjustment guarantees a perfect
drying action.
BRUSH MOTOR OVERLOAD PROTECTION DEVICE
The machine is equipped with a protection device (5) that intervenes
in case of an overload of the brush motor disconnecting the motor. If
the protection device intervenes again and often, contact the
authorized technical assistance.
To reset the brush motor, turn off the brush motor switch (1) for a
few minutes and turn it on again, rearm the push button of the
protection device (5).
OVERFLOW DEVICE
In order to avoid serious damages to the suction motor, the machine
is equipped with a float that intervenes when the recovery tank is
full, closing the suction hose and stopping the suction.
When this happens, it is necessary to empty the recovery tank.
1. Hold the exhaust hose placed in the front part of the machine.
2. Take off the exhaust plug acting upon its lever and empty the
recovery tank into appropriate containers, according to the
standard norms for the liquid disposal.
EMPTYING DETERGENT SOLUTION
To empty the detergent solution remained in the solution tank:
1. Bring the machine to an appropriate place for tanks draining.
2. Unscrew the solution tank cap (1).
3. Unscrew the exhaust plug (2).
FORWARD MOVEMENT
The traction of these machines is given by the brush that, working on
an inclined axle, transmits to the machine the forward movement.
STOP
Releasing the lever of the movement, brush rotation will end,
stopping the machine movement.
Moving the machine backwards, make sure that the squeegee is
lifted.

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STOP OF THE MACHINE AFTER CLEANING OPERATION
Before executing any type of maintenance:
1. Lift the brush base.
2. Lift the squeegee by pressing lever (3).
3. Turn off the brush motor with the switch (1).
4. Turn off the suction motor with the switch (2).
5. Take off the plug from the mains socket.
6. Bring the machine to an appropriate place for tanks draining.
The machine is not equipped with a parking brake, therefore do not
leave it on slopes.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
RECOVERY TANK CLEANING
1. Hold the exhaust hose placed in the front part of the machine.
2. Take off the exhaust plug acting upon its lever and empty the
recovery tank into appropriate containers (see under
"OVERFLOW DEVICE").
3. Take off the suction cover (1) after rotating the blocking levers
(2).
4. Take off the filter and filter protection.
5. Rinse the tank with a water jet.
SUCTION FILTER CLEANING
1. Take off suction cover (1) after rotating the blocking levers (2).
2. Take off the filter and filter protection.
3. Clean all parts with a water jet especially inside surfaces and
filter bottom.
4. Carry out carefully the cleaning operations.
5. Reassemble all parts.
BRUSH CLEANING
Disassemble the brush and clean it with a water jet (for the
disassembly see under “BRUSH ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY”).
SQUEEGEE CLEANING
Keeping the squeegee clean guarantees always the best drying action.
For the cleaning it is necessary to:
1. Take off the squeegee hose (3) from its coupling.
2. Disassemble the squeegee from its support by rotating the lever
(2) counterclockwise and making slide the stud bolts (1) in their
slots up to their release.
3. Clean with care the internal part of the squeegee inlet
eliminating eventual dirt residuals.
4. Clean with care the squeegee rubbers.
5. Reassemble all parts.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
REAR SQUEEGEE RUBBER REPLACEMENT
Check the squeegee rubber wear and eventually turn or replace it.
For the replacement it is necessary to:
1. Lift the squeegee acting upon the lever.
2. Uncouple the hook (1) of the rubber holder blade, release the
extremities (2) from the squeegee body and take off the rubber
(4).
3. Turn the rubber (4) to a new side or replace it.
To reassemble the squeegee repeat reverse the operations above-
mentioned, inserting the rubber (4) on the guides (3), couple the
extremities (2) of the rubber holder blade onto the squeegee body
and finally block the hook (1).

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SQUEEGEE HOSE CLEANING
Weekly or in case of insufficient suction, it is necessary to check that
the squeegee hose is not obstructed. Eventually, to clean it, proceed
as follows:
1. Take off the hose from the squeegee coupling (1) and release the
guide spring of the suction hose (2).
2. Wash the inside of the hose with a water jet, from the squeegee
hose side.
3. To reassemble the hose repeat reverse the operations above-
mentioned.
CLEANING OF SOLUTION TANK AND FILTER
1. Bring the machine to an appropriate place for tanks draining.
2. Unscrew the solution tank cap (1).
3. Unscrew the exhaust plug (2) being careful not to lose or to
damage the gasket.
4. Rinse with a water jet the solution tank.
5. Rinse the solution tank filter placed inside the exhaust plug,
under the machine.
TWO-MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
FRONT SQUEEGEE RUBBER REPLACEMENT
Check the wear of the squeegee rubber and eventually replace it.
For the replacement it is necessary to:
1. Take off the squeegee hose (3) from its coupling.
2. Disassemble the squeegee from the support rotating the lever (2)
counterclockwise and sliding the stud bolts (1) in their slots.
3. Uncouple the hook (1) of the rubber holder blade, release the
extremities (2) from the squeegee body and take off the rubber
(4).
4. Unscrew the wing nuts (5) in the upper part of the squeegee.
5. Slip off the lower part (6) of the squeegee body, so to take off
the front rubber (7).

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6. Replace the front rubber.
7. To reassemble the squeegee repeat reverse the operations above-
mentioned.
SIX-MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
SPLASH GUARD REPLACEMENT
1. Unscrew the knobs in the rear part of the brush base group from
the extremity of the metal strips. The operation has to be carried
out on both splash guards.
2. Unscrew the nut on the front part of the brush base group and
take off the metal strips.
3. Replace the splash guard rubbers and follow the assembling
instructions at “SPLASH GUARD ASSEMBLY” paragraph.
With the brush assembled, the splash guard must slightly touch the
floor.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The checking of all the other foreseen machine operations is left
to the authorized technical assistance.
THE SUCTION MOTOR DOES NOT WORK
1. Verify that the signal light for presence of the tension (1) is on, if
necessary, check that the plug is correctly inserted in a functioning
mains socket.
2. Verify that the switch (2) is on.
If the problem persists, please contact the authorized technical
assistance.
THE BRUSH MOTOR DOES NOT WORK
1. Verify that the signal light for presence of the tension (2) is on, if
necessary, check that the plug is correctly inserted in a functioning
mains socket.
2. Verify that the switch (1) is on.
3. Activate the levers for presence (4).
4. Check that the brush motor overload protection device (3) did not
intervene; in this case, rearm it.
If the problem persists, please contact the authorized technical
assistance.
INSUFFICIENT WATER ON THE BRUSH
1. Check that the solution valve lever (6) is open.
2. Check the level of the liquid in the solution tank.
3. Check that solution filter (1) is clean.
If the problem persists, please contact the authorized technical
assistance.
THE MACHINE DOES NOT CLEAN PROPERLY
1. The brush does not have the suitable bristle dimension: use only
original brushes. For advice, contact the authorized technical
assistance.
2. The brush has got worn bristles. Check the brush wear condition
and eventually replace it (the brush has to be replaced when the
bristles have reached a height of about 15mm).
To replace the brush, see instructions at paragraph “BRUSH
ASSEMBLY AND DISASSEMBLY”.
3. The solution detergent is insufficient: open more the solution
valve.
4. Check that the liquid detergent is in the recommended
percentage.
Contact the authorized technical assistance for advice.
THE SQUEEGEE DOES NOT DRY PERFECTLY
1. Check that the squeegee rubbers are clean.
2. Check the height and inclination of the squeegee (see under
“SQUEEGEE” in “BEFORE USE”).
3. Check that the suction hose is correctly inserted in the proper
seat on the recovery tank.
4. Clean the suction filter.
5. Replace the rubbers if worn out.
6. Check that the suction motor switch is on.
7. Check that the recovery tank is empty.
EXCESSIVE FOAM PRODUCTION
Check that low foam detergent has been used. Eventually add small
quantities of anti foam liquid into the recovery tank.
Please be aware that a bigger quantity of foam is produced when the
floor is not very dirty. In this case please dilute detergent solution.

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PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC ORDINARY MAINTENANCE CHART
INTERVENTION
DAILY
PERIODIC
RECOVERY TANK CLEANING
•
SUCTION FILTER CLEANING
•
SOLUTION TANK FILTER CLEANING
•
BRUSH CLEANING
•
BRUSH DISASSEMBLY AND CLEANING
•
SQUEEGEE CLEANING
•
FRONT SQUEEGEE RUBBER CHECK
•
REAR SQUEEGEE RUBBER CHECK
•
SPLASH GUARD RUBBER CHECK
•
CHECK SQUEEGEE ADJUSTMENT
•
SQUEEGEE HOSE CLEANING
•
SOLUTION TANK CLEANING
•