COMAC ABILA17 B User manual

USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
ABILA17 B
ABILA20 B
ABILA42 B-BT
ABILA52 B-BT
ED. 10-2008 EN
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
Doc. 10010019
Ver. AB

The descriptions contained in this document are not binding.
The company therefore reserves the right to make any modifications at any
time to elements, details, or accessory supply, as considered necessary for
reasons of improvement or manufacturing/commercial requirements.
The reproduction, even partial, of the text and drawings contained in this
document is prohibited by law.
The company reserves the right to make any technical and/or supply
modifications. The images are for reference purposes only, and are not
binding in terms of design and supply.
Symbols used in the manual
Open book symbol with an "i"
Indicates the need to consult the instruction manual
Open book symbol
Used to tell the operator to read the manual before using the machine
Warning symbol
Carefully read the sections marked with this symbol and
observe the indications, for the safety of the operator and
the machine
Warning symbol
Indicates danger of gas exhalation and leakage of
corrosive liquids
Warning symbol
Indicates the danger of fire
Do not go near with free flames
Warning symbol
Indicates that the packed product should be handled with
suitable lifting means that comply with the legal
requirements

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CONTENTS
ON CONSIGNMENT OF THE MACHINE ....................................................................................................................4
INTRODUCTORY COMMENT.....................................................................................................................................4
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................................................................4
SYMBOLS USED ON THE MACHINE ........................................................................................................................5
GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS..........................................................................................................................6
MACHINE PREPARATION..........................................................................................................................................7
HANDLING THE PACKED MACHINE........................................................................................................................................7
HOW TO UNPACK THE MACHINE ...........................................................................................................................................7
TYPE OF BATTERY...................................................................................................................................................................8
FITTING THE BATTERIES INTO THE MACHINE......................................................................................................................8
CONNECTING THE BATTERY CHARGER...............................................................................................................................8
RECHARGING THE BATTERIES ..............................................................................................................................................9
BATTERY INDICATOR...............................................................................................................................................................9
ASSEMBLING THE SQUEEGEE ...............................................................................................................................................9
ADJUSTING THE SQUEEGEE HEIGHT..................................................................................................................................10
ADJUSTING THE SQUEEGEE INCLINATION.........................................................................................................................10
RECOVERY TANK...................................................................................................................................................................10
DETERGENT SOLUTION ........................................................................................................................................................10
ASSEMBLING THE SPLASH GUARD .....................................................................................................................................11
ASSEMBLING THE BRUSHES ABILA 42-52...........................................................................................................................11
ASSEMBLING THE BRUSH ABILA 17-20................................................................................................................................12
WORK.........................................................................................................................................................................13
PREPARING TO WORK...........................................................................................................................................................13
OVERFLOW DEVICE...............................................................................................................................................................14
AT THE END OF THE WORK....................................................................................................................................15
DAILY MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................................................16
CLEANING THE RECOVERY TANK........................................................................................................................................16
CLEANING THE SUCTION FILTER.........................................................................................................................................16
CLEANING THE SQUEEGEE..................................................................................................................................................16
DISASSEMBLING THE BRUSHES ABILA 42 52....................................................................................................................17
DISASSEMBLING THE BRUSH ABILA 17-20..........................................................................................................................17
CLEANING THE SOLUTION DRAINAGE FILTER...................................................................................................................17
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE.........................................................................................................................................18
CLEANING THE SQUEEGEE TUBE........................................................................................................................................18
CLEANING THE SOLUTION TANK..........................................................................................................................................18
REPLACING THE SQUEEGEE RUBBERS..............................................................................................................................18
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE...................................................................................................................................19
INSUFFICIENT WATER ON THE BRUSHES ..........................................................................................................................19
THE MACHINE DOES NOT CLEAN WELL..............................................................................................................................19
THE SQUEEGEE DOES NOT DRY PERFECTLY...................................................................................................................19
EXCESSIVE FOAM PRODUCTION.........................................................................................................................................19
CHOOSING AND USING THE BRUSHES................................................................................................................20
MACHINE DISPOSAL................................................................................................................................................21
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ....................................................................................................................22

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On consignment of the machine
When the machine is delivered to the customer, an immediate check
must be performed to ensure all the material mentioned in the
shipping documents has been received, and also to check the
machine has not been damaged during transportation. If this is the
case, the carrier must ascertain the extent of the damage at once,
informing our customer service office. It is only by prompt action of this
type that the missing material can be obtained, and compensation for
damage successfully claimed.
Introductory comment
This is a floor scrubber-dryer which, via the abrasive mechanical
action of the two rotating brushes and the chemical action of a
water/detergent solution, can clean any type of flooring. As it
advances, it also collects the dirt removed and the detergent solution
not absorbed by the floor.
The machine must be used only for this purpose. Even the best
machines will only work well if used correctly and kept in good working
order. We therefore suggest you read this instruction booklet carefully
and read it again whenever difficulties arise while using the machine. If
necessary, remember that our assistance service (organised in
collaboration with our dealers) is always available for advice or direct
intervention.
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION UM ABILA 17B ABILA 20B ABILA 42B
A
BILA
52B ABILA 42BT
A
BILA
52BT
Working width mm 420 500 400 500 400 500
Squeegee width mm 660 755 660 660 660 660
Work capacity, up to m2/h 1470 1750 1400 1750 1400 1750
Brush diameter mm 1x420 1x500 2x210 2x255 2x210 2x255
Brush speed rpm 140 140 340 275 340 275
Pressure on the brushes kg max 20 max 20 max 20 max 22 max 20 max 22
Brush motor, rated power W 400 400 400 400 400 400
Traction motor, rated power W - - - - 150 150
Type of advance semi-aut. semi-aut. semi-aut. semi-aut. aut. aut.
Maximum forward speed km/h 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5
Maximum gradient 2% 2% 2% 2% 2% 2%
Suction motor, rated power W 370 370 370 370 370 370
Suction vacuum mbar 100 100 100 100 100 100
Solution tank l 33 33 33 33 33 33
Recovery tank l 40 40 40 40 40 40
Machine length mm 1085 1160 1060 1100 1060 1100
Machine height mm 960 960 960 960 960 960
Machine width (without squeegee)
Tank mm 455 455 455 565 455 565
Battery voltage V 24 24 24 24 24 24
Maximum battery capacity Ah 77 77 77 77 77 77
Battery compartment mm 360x330x250
Battery weight kg 56 56 56 56 56 56
Machine weight (empty and without
batteries) kg 70 72 70 72 70 72
Sound pressure level
(
EN ISO 11201
)
dB
(
A
)
<65 <75 <65 <65 <65 <65
Hand vibration level m/s21.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00

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SYMBOLS USED ON THE MACHINE
Tap symbol
Indicates the tap lever
Indicates the tap indicator light ON
Symbol denoting base rise/fall
Indicates the base rise/fall lever
Brush symbol
Indicates the brush motor switch
Symbol denoting suction motor
Indicates the suction motor switch
Symbol denoting squeegee rise/fall
Indicates the squeegee lever
Battery symbol
Battery charge level indicator
Also indicates the position of the tap (off = tap closed, on = tap open)
Indicates the maximum temperature of the detergent solution
Located near the solution tank inlet
Indicates the recovery tank drainage tube

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GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS
The regulations below must be carefully followed in order to avoid harm to the operator and damage to the machine.
Read the labels on the machine carefully. Do not cover them for any reason and replace them immediately if they become
damaged
The machine must be used exclusively by authorised, trained personnel
During the working of the machine, pay attention to other people and especially to children
Do not mix different types of detergent as this may produce harmful gases
Do not place any liquid containers on the machine
The storage temperature must be between -25°C and +55°C
Conditions of use: room temperature between 0°C and +40°C with relative humidity between 30 and 95%
Do not use the machine in an explosive atmosphere
Do not use the machine as a means of transport
Do not use acid solutions that could damage the machine and/or harm people
Avoid working with the brushes when the machine is standing still, so as not to damage the floor
Do not vacuum inflammable liquids
Do not use the device to collect dangerous powders
In the event of a fire, use a powder extinguisher. Do not use water
Do not knock against shelving or scaffolding, where there is a danger of falling objects
Adapt the speed to the adhesion conditions
Do not use the machine on surfaces with an inclination greater than the one shown on the plate
The machine is designed to carry out the washing and drying operations simultaneously. Different operations should only be
carried out in areas where the passage of unauthorised persons is prohibited. Signal the presence of damp floors with
suitable signs
If the machine does not work properly, check this is not caused by failure to carry out routine maintenance. Otherwise,
request the intervention of the COMAC technical service
If you need to replace any components, request the ORIGINAL spare parts from a COMAC dealer and/or Authorised
Retailer
Use only original COMAC brushes indicated in the paragraph “CHOOSING AND USING THE BRUSHES"
For all cleaning and maintenance interventions, disconnect the machine from the power supply
Restore all electrical connections after any maintenance interventions
Do not remove any protection devices which require the use of tools in order to be removed
Do not wash the machine with direct water jets or with pressurised water, nor with corrosive substances
After every 200 hours of operation, have the machine checked by a COMAC assistance centre
To prevent the formation of scale in the solution tank filter, do not fill the tank with detergent solution many hours before
using the machine
Before using the machine, check that all the hatches and covers are positioned as shown in this Use and Maintenance
Manual
Before removing the recovery tank, check it is empty
When disposing of consumption materials, observe the laws and regulations in force
When your COMAC machine has reached the end of its long working life, dispose of the materials it contains (especially
oils, batteries and electronic components) in an appropriate manner, and bearing in mind that the machine itself was
constructed using 100% recyclable materials

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MACHINE PREPARATION
HANDLING THE PACKED MACHINE
The machine is contained in specific packaging with a pallet for the
handling with fork trucks. It is not possible to place more than two
packages on top of each other.
The total weight is: -Abila 42: 136 kg
-Abila 52: 138 kg
-Abila 17: 136 kg
-Abila 20: 138 kg
The overall dimensions of the package are:
A: 1260 mm
B: 660 mm
C: 1230 mm
A
CB
HOW TO UNPACK THE MACHINE
1. Remove the outer packaging
2. The machine is fixed to the pallet by means of a strap
3. Remove the strap
4. Use a chute to get the machine down from the pallet, pushing it
backwards. Avoid violent blows to the base
5. Keep the pallet for any future transport needs.

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MACHINE PREPARATION
TYPE OF BATTERY
To power the machine you can use:
•two lead traction batteries with tubular plates and free electrolyte;
•two airtight traction batteries with gas recombination gel technology.
Each battery consists of elements connected in series so as to provide the clamps with
a voltage of 24V.
The maximum dimensions of each battery are:
-width: 195mm, length: 360 mm, height: 250 mm
The maximum weight of each of the two batteries is 20 kg.
To obtain a voltage of 24V, they must be connected together in series by specialised
personnel trained at the Comac Technical Assistance Centre
FITTING THE BATTERIES INTO THE MACHINE
The batteries must be housed in the special compartment beneath the recovery tank.
They should be handled using lifting equipment that is suitable in terms of both weight
and hook-up system.
They must also satisfy the requirements of Standard CEI 21-5.
To insert the batteries you must:
1. Open the recovery tank cover, bringing it forwards.
2. detach the squeegee tube (1) from the recovery tank
3. unthread the suction cap (2) by rotating it anticlockwise
4. detach the “recovery tank” drainage tube from its hook
5. remove the recovery tank
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6. Position the batteries.
7. Connect the battery connector (2) to the machine connector (1).
8. Reassemble all the elements
WARNING! All installation and maintenance operations must be carried
out by specialised personnel
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CONNECTING THE BATTERY CHARGER
Beneath the recovery tank cover there is the battery connector (2), in which the battery
charger connector must be inserted. The coupling connector of the battery charger is
consigned inside the bag containing this instruction booklet, and must be assembled
on the cables of the battery charger as indicated in the instructions.
WARNING! This process must be carried out by qualified personnel. The
incorrect or imperfect connection of the cables to the connector can cause
serious harm to people and damage to objects.
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MACHINE PREPARATION
RECHARGING THE BATTERIES
Check the battery charger is suitable for the batteries installed, in terms of both
capacity and type (lead/acid or GEL and equivalents).
WARNING: never charge a GEL battery with an unsuitable battery
charger. Follow the instructions given by the battery/battery charger
manufacturer with the utmost attention.
In order not to cause permanent damage to the batteries it is essential to
avoid their complete discharge: arrange the recharge within a few
minutes of the switching on of the flashing "discharged batteries" signal.
NOTES: never leave the batteries completely discharged, even if the
machine is not being used.
WARNING! For the daily recharging of the batteries, you must fully
respect the indications provided by the manufacturer or retailer. All
installation and maintenance operations must be carried out by
specialised personnel. Danger of exhalation of gas and leakage of
corrosive liquids. Danger of fire: do not go near with naked flames
BATTERY INDICATOR
The battery indicator is digital, with 4 fixed positions and a flashing one. The numbers
which appear on the display show the approximate charge level.
4= maximum charge, 3= 3/4 charge, 2= 2/4 charge, 1= 1/4 charge,
0= discharged batteries (flashing)
WARNING! A few seconds after the appearance of the flashing “0”, the
brush motor switches off automatically. With the remaining charge it is
possible to complete the drying process before starting the recharge.
ASSEMBLING THE SQUEEGEE
For packaging reasons, the squeegee is supplied disassembled from the machine, and
must be assembled as shown in the figure, inserting the clip into the small column of
the squeegee.
Insert the squeegee tube in the special sleeve.

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MACHINE PREPARATION
ADJUSTING THE SQUEEGEE HEIGHT
The height of the squeegee must be adjusted on the basis of the state of wear and tear
of the rubber. To do this, turn the wing nuts (1) anticlockwise to raise the squeegee,
and clockwise to lower it.
Remarks: the right and left wheels must be adjusted to the same level, so the
squeegee can work parallel to the floor.
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ADJUSTING THE SQUEEGEE INCLINATION
During working operation, the rear rubber is tilted slightly backwards (by about 5mm) in
a uniform way for its whole length. If it is necessary to increase the bend of the rubber
in the central part, you must tilt the squeegee backwards, rotating the adjuster (1)
anticlockwise. To increase the bend of the rubber at the sides of the squeegee, rotate
the adjuster clockwise. When fully adjusted, fix the lock nut.
5mm
RECOVERY TANK
Open the cover and check the suction cap (2) is correctly blocked (insert the notches in
their housings, rotating the cap clockwise) and correctly connected to the tube leading
to the suction motor.
In addition, check the squeegee tube (1) is correctly inserted in its housing, and that
the drainage tube cap (in the rear part of the machine) is closed.
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DETERGENT SOLUTION
Fill the solution tank with clean water at a temperature no greater than 50°C and add
liquid detergent in the proper concentration, following the instructions of the
manufacturer. The formation of excess foam could damage the suction motor, so use
only the minimum amount of detergent necessary. Reassemble the cap.
WARNING! always use low foam detergent. To avoid the production of
foam, before starting to clean, put a minimum quantity of antifoam
liquid into the recovery tank. Never use pure acid.

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MACHINE PREPARATION
ASSEMBLING THE SPLASH GUARD
For packaging reasons, the splash guard is supplied disassembled from the machine,
and must be assembled as shown in the figure.
ASSEMBLING THE BRUSHES ABILA 42-52
1. Raise the base by means of the appropriate pedal.
2. With the base up, insert the brushes in the plate housing beneath the base, turning
them until the three pins enter the niches in the plate itself; turn until the pin is
pushed towards the coupling spring and is locked into place.
The figure shows the rotation direction to hook up the right-hand brush; for the left-
hand one, rotate in the opposite direction
You are advised to invert the right and left-hand brushes every day. If the brushes are
not new however, and have deformed bristles, it is better to reassemble them in the
same position (the right-hand one on the right, and the left-hand one on the left), to
prevent the different inclination of the bristles producing an overload on the brush
motor as well as excessive vibrations.

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MACHINE PREPARATION
ASSEMBLING THE BRUSH ABILA 17-20
1. Raise the base by means of the appropriate pedal.
2. With the base up, position the brush in line with the coupling on the machine.
3. Lower the base by means of the pedal.
4. Using the "man present" lever (6), the brush is automatically hooked up. 6
5. To alter the machine forwards speed, use the knob shown in the figure.

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WORK
PREPARING TO WORK
1. Connect the connector (1) to the batteries.
1
2. Turn the key of the main switch (only on BT machines) to position “1” (clockwise)
3. Press the brush switch (2)
4. press the suction switch (3)
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5. By means of the tap lever (4), regulate the quantity of detergent solution - it must be
sufficient to wet the floor evenly, but not so much that it leaks from the splash
guard. Remember, however, that the correct quantity of solution always depends
on the type of floor, the degree of dirtiness and the speed used.
6. Release the pedal to lower the base.
7. Lower the squeegee by means of the lever (5)
5
4
8. Via the "man present" lever (6), the brushes begin to rotate and the squeegee
begins to suck in.
9. During the first metres, check there is sufficient solution and that the squeegee
dries perfectly.
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WORK
OVERFLOW DEVICE
The machine is fitted with a float which intervenes when the recovery tank is full,
causing the suction tube to close. In this case, it is necessary to empty the recovery
tank, removing the drainage tube cap.
WARNING! This operation must be carried out wearing gloves to protect
against contact with dangerous solutions.
FORWARD MOVEMENTS (machines without traction)
The traction of these machines is obtained by means of the brush(es) which, working
slightly inclined, drag the machine forwards. To move the machine, you must raise the
brush base and then move it via the knobs on the handlebars.
WARNING! When making even brief reverse movements, check the
squeegee is raised.
FORWARD MOVEMENTS (machines with traction)
These machines are equipped with electronically commanded traction, with two speeds
forwards and one backwards.
To move the machine forwards, you must turn the key (1), wait three seconds then
press on the "man present" levers. To move the machine backwards, use the button
beneath the handlebars.
Press the lever by just a few millimetres to engage the first gear, or press it completely
to insert the second gear.
For backwards movements, the speed is reduced
WARNING! When making even brief reverse movements, check the
squeegee is raised.

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AT THE END OF THE WORK
At the end of the work, and before carrying out any type of maintenance:
1. Close the tap by means of the lever (1).
2. Raise the base by means of the pedal.
3. raise the squeegee by means of the lever (2) 2
1
4. Turn off the brush switch (3).
5. Turn off the suction motor switch (4).
WARNING! If the battery indicator display is still switched on after you
have turned off the brush switch (3), this means the tap is turned on: turn
off the tap via the lever (1) to prevent detergent solution leaking out.
6. bring the machine to the place provided for draining the water
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7. Grasp the tube on the rear of the machine
8. Remove the drainage cap and empty the tank.
WARNING! This operation must be carried out wearing gloves to protect
against contact with dangerous solutions
9. Disassemble the brush and clean it with a jet of water (to disassemble the brush,
see “DISASSEMBLING THE BRUSH” below)

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DAILY MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE RECOVERY TANK
1. Grasp the recovery tank drainage tube.
2. Remove the drainage cap and empty the tank.
WARNING! This operation must be carried out wearing gloves to protect
against contact with dangerous solutions.
3. Raise the recovery tank cover.
4. Unthread the suction cap (1) by rotating it anticlockwise.
5. Remove the filter and relative protection.
6. Rinse the tank with a water jet.
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CLEANING THE SUCTION FILTER
1. Raise the cover.
2. Unthread the suction cap by rotating it anticlockwise.
3. Unthread the filter.
4. Use a jet of water to clean the walls and base of the filter.
5. Carry out the cleaning operations carefully.
6. Reassemble all the elements.
CLEANING THE SQUEEGEE
Check the squeegee is always clean, for better drying results.
To clean it you must:
1. remove the tube from the squeegee
2. loosen the knobs (1) shown in the figure
3. remove and clean the nozzle
4. carefully clean inside the squeegee
5. carefully clean the squeegee rubbers
6. reassemble all the elements 1

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DAILY MAINTENANCE
DISASSEMBLING THE BRUSHES ABILA 42 52
1. Raise the base by means of the pedal (downwards).
2. Disconnect the brush motor from the power supply, via the switch (1)
WARNING! Carrying out the brush disassembly operations with the
power supply connected may cause injuries to the hands.
1
3. With the base up, rotate the brush until it comes out of the brush-holder plate seat,
as shown in the figure. The figure shows the rotation direction to release the right-hand
brush; for the left-hand one, rotate in the opposite direction
WARNING! During this operation, check there are no people or objects
near the brush.
DISASSEMBLING THE BRUSH ABILA 17-20
1. Raise the base by means of the pedal (downwards).
2. With the base up, use the "man present" lever to automatically release the brush
CLEANING THE SOLUTION DRAINAGE FILTER
1. Loosen the filter on the lower rear side of the machine
2. Rinse with a jet of water
3. Reassemble all the elements
WARNING! During this operation, check there are no people or objects
near the brush

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WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE SQUEEGEE TUBE
Every week, or whenever suction seems to be unsatisfactory, check the squeegee tube
is not obstructed.
To clean it, proceed as follows:
1. Unthread the tube from the sleeve on the squeegee
2. Remove the other end from the recovery tank
3. Wash the inside of the tube with a water jet introduced from the side where it is
connected to the tank
4. To reassemble the tube, repeat the above-mentioned operations in the reverse
order
WARNING! Do not wash the tube running between the suction unit and
the suction cap
CLEANING THE SOLUTION TANK
1. Loosen the solution tank cap
2. Rinse with a jet of water
3. Remove the drainage cap (1) and empty the tank
WARNING! This operation must be carried out wearing gloves to protect
against contact with dangerous solutions
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REPLACING THE SQUEEGEE RUBBERS
Check the state of wear and tear of the squeegee rubbers and, if necessary, replace
them.
To replace them you must:
1. Unthread the squeegee tube from the sleeve
2. Remove the pin from the small column
3. Disassemble the squeegee from its support
4. Loosen, by two turns, the knobs (1) blocking the rubber-pressing blades, and
Remove them
5. Replace the rubbers
To reassemble the squeegee, repeat the above-mentioned operations in the reverse
order 1

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
INSUFFICIENT WATER ON THE BRUSHES
Check that the tap (1) is turned on.
Check there is water in the solution tank
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THE MACHINE DOES NOT CLEAN WELL
Check the state of wear and tear of the brushes and, if necessary, replace them (the
brushes must be replaced when the bristles are about 15mm long).
To replace the brushes, see “DISASSEMBLING THE BRUSHES” and “ASSEMBLING
THE BRUSHES”.
Use a different kind of brush to the one fitted as standard. For cleaning floors where
the dirt is particularly resistant, we recommend the use of special brushes supplied
upon request and according to needs (see “CHOOSING AND USING THE
BRUSHES”).
THE SQUEEGEE DOES NOT DRY PERFECTLY
1. Check the squeegee rubbers are clean
2. Adjust the inclination of the squeegee (see "SQUEEGEE" under “MACHINE
PREPARATION”)
3. Check the suction tube is correctly inserted in its housing on the recovery tank
4. Disassemble the entire suction unit and clean it
5. Replace the rubbers, if worn
6. Check the suction motor switch is turned on
7. Check wheel adjustment
EXCESSIVE FOAM PRODUCTION
Check that a low foam detergent has been used. If necessary, add a small quantity of
antifoam liquid to the recovery tank.
Remember that, when the floor is not very dirty, more foam is generated. In this case
the detergent solution should be more diluted.

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CHOOSING AND USING THE BRUSHES
POLYPROPYLENE BRUSH (PPL)
Used on all types of floors. Good resistance to wear and tear, and hot water (no greater than 60°C). The Polypropylene brush is
non-hygroscopic and therefore retains its characteristics even when working in wet conditions.
NYLON BRUSH
Used on all types of floors. Excellent resistance to wear and tear, and hot water (even over 60°C). The nylon is hygroscopic and
so tends to lose its characteristics over time when working in wet conditions.
ABRASIVE BRUSH
The bristles of this type of brush are charged with highly aggressive abrasives. It is used to clean very dirty floors. To avoid floor
damage, work only with the pressure strictly necessary.
THICKNESS OF THE BRISTLES
Thicker bristles are more rigid and are therefore used on smooth floors or floors with small joints.
On uneven floors or those with deep joints, it is advisable to use softer bristles which can enter the gaps more easily.
Remember that when the bristles are worn and therefore too short, they will become rigid and are no longer able to penetrate
and clean deep down. In this case, like with over-large bristles, the brush tends to jump.
PAD HOLDER
The pad holder is recommended for cleaning shiny surfaces.
There are two types of pad holder:
1. the traditional pad holder is fitted with a series of anchor points that allow the abrasive floor pad to be held and dragged
while working
2. the CENTER LOCK type pad holder not only has anchor points, but also a snap-type central locking system in plastic that
allows the abrasive floor pad to be perfectly centred and held without any risk of it becoming detached. This type of
dragging device is recommended above all for machines with more than one brush, where the centring of the abrasive
discs is difficult.
TABLE FOR CHOOSING THE BRUSHES
Machine No. of
brushes Code Type of bristles Ø Bristles Ø Brush Notes
ABILA 17 1
405644
405645
405646
405647
405529
405530
PPL
PPL
PPL
Abrasive
Pad holder h=40
Pad holder h=60
0.3
0.6
0.9
1
420
420
420
420
420
420
ABILA 20 1
405661
405654
405658
423760
PPL
PPL
Abrasive
Pad holder
0.45
0.7
1
500
500
500
500
ABILA 42 2
405578
405579
405580
405581
405510
405531
PPL
PPL
PPL
Abrasive
Pad holder
Pad holder
0.3
0.5
0.9
1
210
210
210
210
200
200
ABILA 52 2
405601
405604
405602
405603
405513
PPL
PPL
PPL
Abrasive
Pad holder
0.3
0.5
0.9
1
255
255
255
255
245