Fimap Mmx 43b User manual

USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

MMX B-BT 2014

ED. 08-2014 EN

TRANSLATION OF

THE ORIGINAL

INSTRUCTIONS

Doc. 10016247

Ver. AE

CONTENTS

CONTENTS...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................1

SYMBOLS USED IN THE MANUAL............................................................................................................................................................................................3

QUICK REFERENCE (ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT):..................................................................................................................................................................3

1. BOOKMARKS:....................................................................................................................................................................................................................3

2. LINK PAGE:........................................................................................................................................................................................................................3

PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF THE MANUAL...........................................................................................................................................................................4

TARGET GROUP..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................4

STORAGE OF USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL.................................................................................................................................................................4

ON CONSIGNMENT OF THE APPLIANCE.................................................................................................................................................................................4

INTRODUCTORY COMMENT......................................................................................................................................................................................................4

IDENTIFICATION DATA...............................................................................................................................................................................................................4

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION........................................................................................................................................................................................................4

INTENDED USE............................................................................................................................................................................................................................4

SERIAL NUMBER PLATE............................................................................................................................................................................................................4

SAFETY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................4

GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS ..........................................................................................................................................................................................5

TECHNICAL DATA.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................6

SYMBOLS USED ON THE APPLIANCE.....................................................................................................................................................................................7

PREPARATION OF THE APPLIANCE........................................................................................................................................................................................9

1. HANDLING THE PACKED APPLIANCE............................................................................................................................................................................9

2. HOW TO UNPACK THE MACHINE...................................................................................................................................................................................9

3. HOW TO TRANSPORT THE APPLIANCE........................................................................................................................................................................9

4. COMPONENT POSITIONING..........................................................................................................................................................................................10

5. APPLIANCE SAFETY.......................................................................................................................................................................................................10

6. TYPE OF BATTERY.........................................................................................................................................................................................................11

7. BATTERY HOPPER MAINTENANCE AND DISPOSAL..................................................................................................................................................11

8. INSERTING BATTERIES INTO THE DEVICE.................................................................................................................................................................11

9. BATTERY CHARGER CONNECTION (only for systems without CB).............................................................................................................................12

10. BATTERY CHARGER CONNECTION (only for systems with CB)..................................................................................................................................13

11. HOUR METER..................................................................................................................................................................................................................14

12. BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR........................................................................................................................................................................14

13. FORWARD MOVEMENT AT WORK SPEED (only for BT system).................................................................................................................................14

14. FILLING THE SOLUTION TANK......................................................................................................................................................................................15

15. DETERGENT SOLUTION (only for versions without FSS)..............................................................................................................................................15

16. FILLING THE DETERGENT CANISTER (only for systems with FSS).............................................................................................................................15

17. ASSEMBLING THE SQUEEGEE.....................................................................................................................................................................................16

18. BRUSH ASSEMBLY (only for single-disc versions).........................................................................................................................................................17

19. BRUSH ASSEMBLY (only for twin-disc versions)............................................................................................................................................................17

20. ASSEMBLING THE SPLASH GUARD.............................................................................................................................................................................18

PREPARING TO WORK.............................................................................................................................................................................................................19

1. PREPARING TO WORK...................................................................................................................................................................................................19

2. TRIGGERING THE DOSING SYSTEM (only for FSS system)........................................................................................................................................19

WORK.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................21

1. STARTING WORK............................................................................................................................................................................................................21

2. DETERGENT ADJUSTMENT (only for versions without FSS)........................................................................................................................................21

3. DETERGENT ADJUSTMENT (only for versions with FSS) .............................................................................................................................................21

4. "ECO MODE" DEVICE.....................................................................................................................................................................................................22

5. OVERFLOW DEVICE.......................................................................................................................................................................................................22

AT THE END OF THE WORK....................................................................................................................................................................................................23

DAILY MAINTENANCE..............................................................................................................................................................................................................24

1. EMPTYING THE RECOVERY TANK...............................................................................................................................................................................24

2. EMPTYING OF THE SOLUTION TANK...........................................................................................................................................................................24

3. CLEANING THE SQUEEGEE BODY...............................................................................................................................................................................24

4. CLEANING THE BRUSH..................................................................................................................................................................................................25

5. CLEANING THE VACUUMMOTOR FILTER FLOAT......................................................................................................................................................26

6. CLEANING THE SOLUTION TANK FILTER....................................................................................................................................................................26

WEEKLY MAINTENANCE .........................................................................................................................................................................................................27

1. CLEANING THE RECOVERY TANK................................................................................................................................................................................27

2. CLEANING THE SOLUTION TANK.................................................................................................................................................................................27

3. CLEANING THE VACUUM HOSE....................................................................................................................................................................................28

4. CLEANING THE DETERGENT CANISTER (only for system with FSS)..........................................................................................................................28

EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE.........................................................................................................................................................................................29

1. REPLACING THE SQUEEGEE RUBBERS.....................................................................................................................................................................29

2. ADJUSTING THE SQUEEGEE........................................................................................................................................................................................30

3. REPLACING THE BRUSH...............................................................................................................................................................................................30

4. REPLACING THE BRUSH HEAD SPLASH GUARD.......................................................................................................................................................31

5. RINSING THE DOSING SYSTEM (only for FSS system)................................................................................................................................................31

TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................................................................................33

1. AN ALARM MESSAGE APPEARS ON THE CONTROL DISPLAY.................................................................................................................................33

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2. THE APPLIANCE DOES NOT SWITCH ON....................................................................................................................................................................33

3. THE BATTERIES ARE NOT CHARGED CORRECTLY..................................................................................................................................................33

4. THE DEVICE HAS A VERY LOW OPERATING AUTONOMY........................................................................................................................................33

5. THE APPLIANCE DOES NOT MOVE..............................................................................................................................................................................34

6. INSUFFICIENT WATER ON THE BRUSHES..................................................................................................................................................................34

7. THE DEVICE DOES NOT CLEAN CORRECTLY............................................................................................................................................................34

8. THE SQUEEGEE DOES NOT DRY PERFECTLY...........................................................................................................................................................34

9. EXCESSIVE FOAM PRODUCTION (RECOVERY TANK)...............................................................................................................................................35

10. THE VACUUM MOTOR DOES NOT FUNCTION............................................................................................................................................................35

11. BYPASSING THE WATER SYSTEM SUPPLY PUMP (only for FSS versions)...............................................................................................................35

DISPOSAL..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................36

CHOOSING AND USING BRUSHES.........................................................................................................................................................................................37

EC DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY...................................................................................................................................................................................38

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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 appliance.

Warning symbol.

Carefully read the sections marked with this symbol and observe the indications, for the safety

of the operator and the appliance.

Danger symbol.

Indicates the presence of substances or preparations that may destroy living tissue upon

contact.

Warning symbol:

Presence of gaseous substances with a low flashpoint.

Disposal symbol.

Carefully read the sections marked with this symbol for the disposal of the machine.

Warning symbol:

indicates that the packed product should be handled with suitable lifting means that comply with

the legal requirements.

Indoor symbol.

The operations preceded by this symbol must be rigourously carried out in a dry, indoor area.

Recycling symbol.

When recycling the device, carefully read the sections marked with this symbol.

QUICK REFERENCE (ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT):

For quick reference of the electronic documents, use the Bookmarks and

Link Pages:

1. BOOKMARKS:

Activate the "Bookmarks" panel of the interface browser, clicking the

related icon (01), the icon may vary depending on the version of the

Acrobat viewer.

To view the desired paragraph, simply click on the title in the browser (02)

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on the title of the paragraph that will take you to the desired destination.

NB:

if the text directs you to a specific chapter or paragraph, you can go

directly to that page by clicking on the name of the paragraph in question

(the title is written in capital letters and underlined).

To return quickly to the contents of the document, simply click on the

company logo at the top of this page, and it will sends you back to the

desired destination.

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PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF THE MANUAL

The aim of this manual is that of providing customers with all information

needed to use the appliance in the most appropriate, autonomous and

safe way. It includes information concerning technical aspects, safety,

operations, equipment downtime, maintenance, spare parts and

scrapping. Operators and qualified technicians must read the

instructions in this manual carefully before carrying out any operation on

the appliance. If in doubt about the correct interpretation of instructions,

liaise with the closest Customer Service Centre to obtain the necessary

clarifications. TARGET GROUP

This manual is aimed at operators and qualified technicians responsible

for equipment maintenance. Operators must not perform operations that

should be carried out by qualified technicians. FIMAP SpA cannot be

held liable for damages resulting from failure to comply with this

prohibition.

STORAGE OF USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

The Use and Maintenance Manual must be stored in close proximity to

the appliance, within a dedicated pouch, protected from liquids and

anything else that may compromise its legibility.

ON CONSIGNMENT OF THE APPLIANCE

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, in addition to verifying that the equipment

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

Any type of equipment can operate properly and effectively only if used

correctly and kept in full working order by performing the maintenance

operations described in the attached documentation. Therefore, we

suggest that you should read this instruction manual carefully, and

should consult it again should issues 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. IDENTIFICATION DATA

For technical assistance or to request replacement parts, always give

the model, the version and serial number written on the serial number

plate. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

MMx is a scrubbing machine that is able to clean a wide range of

flooring and dirt types by means of the mechanical action of one or two

cylindrical brushes and the chemical action of a water-detergent

solution. As it advances, it also collects the dirt removed and the

detergent solution not absorbed by the floor. The appliance must be

used only for this purpose.

INTENDED USE

This scrubbing machine was designed and built for the

cleaning (scrubbing and drying) of smooth, compact

flooring in the commercial, residential and industrial

sectors by a qualified operator in proven safety conditions.

The scrubbing machine is not suitable for cleaning rugs or carpets. The

appliance is only suitable for use in indoor - or at least covered - spaces.

The appliance is not suitable for use in the rain, or under jets of water. IT

IS FORBIDDEN to use the appliance for picking up dangerous dusts or

inflammable liquids in places with an explosive atmosphere. In addition,

it is not suitable as a means of transport for people or objects.

SERIAL NUMBER PLATE

The serial number plate is located in the battery compartment and, more

precisely, in the lower section of the tank. It indicates the machine's

general characteristics and, specifically, its serial number. The serial

number is a very important piece of information and should always be

provided together with any request for assistance or when purchasing

spare parts.

Safety

Operator co-operation is key to accident prevention. No accident

prevention programme can be effective without the full co-operation of

the operator who is directly responsible for machine operation. The

majority of occupational accidents that happen both on the workplace or

on the way to work are due to non-compliance with the most basic

safety rules. An attentive, careful operator is most effective guarantee

against accidents and is fundamental in order to implement any

prevention programme.

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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 appliance.

WARNING:

•Carefully read the labels on the appliance. Do not cover them for any reason and replace them immediately if they become damaged.

•The appliance must only be used and stored indoors.

•The appliance must be only used by authorised, trained personnel.

•Do not use the appliance on surfaces with an inclination greater than the one shown on the serial number plate.

•The appliance is not suitable for cleaning rough or uneven floors. Do not use the appliance on slopes.

•If you encounter a damaged cable used for recharging the batteries, immediately contact an authorised service centre.

•In case of danger, action the battery connector lever (located under the recovery tank) immediately.

•For any maintenance operation, shut down the appliance using the main key switch and remove the key from the control panel, and disconnect

the battery connector from the connector on the general system.

•To prevent the unauthorised use of the appliance, the power supply must be interrupted or shut off by disconnecting the battery connector from

the connector on the general system and removing the key from the main switch.

•Children must be supervised to ensure they do not play with the device.

•When using the appliance, pay attention to other people and especially to children.

•Only use the brushes supplied with the machine, or those specified in the "CHOOSING ANDUSING THE BRUSHES" paragraph of the

instruction manual. The use of other brushes could compromise safety levels.

•The appliance must only be powered with a voltage equal to that shown on the serial number plate.

•When left unattended, the appliance must be protected from unintentional movements.

ATTENTION:

•The appliance is not suitable for use by children and persons with reduced physical, mental and sensory capabilities, or people who lack the

required experience and knowledge.

•The storage temperature must be between -25°C and +55°C. Do not store outdoors.

•Conditions of use: °°room temperature between 0°C and 40°C with relative humidity between 30 and 95%.

•The socket for the battery charger cable must have a prescribed earth connection.

•Adapt the speed to the adhesion conditions.

•Do not use the appliance as a means of transport.

•The appliance does not cause harmful vibrations.

•Do not use the appliance in an explosive atmosphere.

•Do not vacuum inflammable liquids.

•Do not use the device to collect dangerous powders.

•Do not mix different types of detergent as this may produce harmful gases.

•The device is not suitable for cleaning carpets.

•Do not place any liquid containers on the appliance.

•Avoid using the brushes while the appliance is standing still, so as not to damage the floor.

•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. The operator must always be equipped with the

appropriate safety devices (gloves, shoes, helmet, goggles, etc.).

•The machine is designed to carry out scrubbing 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 appliance does not work properly, check this is not caused by failure to carry out routine maintenance. Otherwise, ask for intervention of

the authorised technical assistance centre.

•If you need to replace any components, request the ORIGINAL spare parts from an Authorised dealer and/or Retailer.

•Restore all electrical connections after any maintenance interventions.

•Before using the appliance, check that all the hatches and covers are positioned as shown in this Use and Maintenance Manual.

•Do not remove the guards that can only be removed with the aid of tools, except for maintenance work (see the relevant paragraphs)

•Do not wash the appliance with direct water jets or with pressurised water, nor with corrosive substances.

•To prevent the build-up of lime scale in the solution tank filter, do not fill the tank with detergent solution many hours before using the appliance.

•Do not use acid or basic solutions that could damage the appliance and/or harm people.

•Have the appliance checked by an authorised technical assistance centre every year.

•When disposing of consumable materials, observe the laws and regulations in force.

•When, after years of valuable work, your appliance needs to be finally decommissioned, dispose of the materials contained in it appropriately -

particularly oil, batteries and electrical components - bearing in mind that the appliance is built with fully recyclable materials.

•Batteries should only be removed from the device for disposal. The batteries must be disposed of in a safe manner, fully observing the laws

and regulations in force.

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TECHNICAL DATA

MMx 43 B

MMx 43 BT

MMx 50 B

MMx 50 BT

MMx 52 B

MMx 52 BT

Rated power

725

875

825

975

725

875

Working width

420

510

490

Width of rear squeegee

700

Work capacity m2/h 1250 1750 1500 2000 1450 1960

Brush diameter

No. /

∅

Ø mm

1 / 420

1 / 510

2 / 255

Brush rpm

rpm

140

275

Pressure on the brushes

Brush motor

V/W

24/400

24/500

24/400

Forward speed type Semi-aut. Automatic Semi-aut. Automatic Semi-aut. Automatic

Traction motor

V/W

24/150

Maximum gradient

10%

Forward speed

Km/h

Vacuum motor

V/W

24/310

Suction vacuum mmH2O 188 188 188 188 188 188

Solution tank

Recovery tank

Detergent canister (versions with FSS)

Batteries

Nr/(V/Ah

C20

)

2 / (12/120)

Built-in battery charger V/A 24/11 24/11 24/11 24/11 24/9 24/9

Battery compartment dimensions (Length / Height / Width)

mm / mm /

355 x 230 x 337

Overall device size without squeegee (Length/Height/Depth)

mm / mm /

1115x1010x590

1170x1010x590

1100x1010x590

Battery weight (calculated with 12 V 120Ah C20 battery)

Appliance weight

Appliance weight during transport (appliance+ batteries + brush/es + squeegee)

kg 146 166 148 168 149 169

Weight of device ready for operation (device + batteries + water + full detergent canister + brush/es +

optional squeegee) with FSS system

kg 186 206 188 208 189 209

Sound pressure level (ISO 11201) - L

dB (A)

Uncertainty K

dB (A)

Hand vibration level (ISO 5349)

m/s

0.75

Uncertainty of measurement of vibrations

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SYMBOLS USED ON THE APPLIANCE

Main switch or key switch symbol

It is used on the instrument panel to indicate the green or red warning light showing that the main key switch is either on (I) or

off (0).

Symbol used in the solution tank to indicate the maximum temperature of the water used to fill the solution tank.

Tap position symbol.

Used on the rear of the solution canister to indicate the position of the detergent solution tap.

Water quantity regulation symbol.

Used on the rear of the solution tank to indicate the knob for adjusting the quantity of water supplied to the device's water

system.

Indicates the risk of crushed hands.

Symbol used on the serial number plate to indicated the maximum gradient.

Label with instructions for the use of standard or concentrated detergents (FSS system only).

Label with warnings on the type of detergent to use (FSS system only).

Label with Ph value of the detergent to use (FSS system only).

Label with forward speed symbol (only for BT versions).

Used on the instrument panel to indicate the position of the potentiometer that controls the device's movement speed.

Detergent percentage adjustment symbol (FSS system only).

Used on the control panel to indicate the knob for adjusting the percentage of detergent present in the machine's water circuit.

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SYMBOLS USED ON THE APPLIANCE

Symbol for water amount adjustment (FSS system only).

Used on the control panel to indicate the knob for adjusting the water level in the machine's water circuit.

Brush uncoupling symbol (only for single-disc versions).

Used on the control panel to indicate the button for uncoupling the brush.

Symbol for active brush uncoupling system (only for single-disc versions).

Used on the control display to indicate that the brush is being uncoupled.

ECO-MODE symbol.

Used on the control panel to indicate the button that activates the appliance's ECO mode.

Symbol for active “ECO-MODE” working program.

Used on the control display to indicate that the “ECO-MODE” work programme is active, which translates into a reduction in

energy consumption and detergent solution.

Battery charge level symbol.

Used on the control display to indicate the state of charge of the batteries.

Critical battery charge level symbol.

Used on the control display to indicate the critical state of charge of the batteries and the need to recharge them.

Symbol of battery charging underway (only for battery charger versions).

Used on the control display to indicate the state of charge of the batteries.

Label with general warnings on appliance use.

The label shows warnings to be complied with for proper appliance operation.

Label with general warnings on appliance use (only for battery charger versions).

The label shows warnings to be complied with for the proper operation of the appliance.

Symbol for FSS system tap control lever (only for MMx50 versions with FSS system).

Used on the brush head base to indicate how to position the tap lever in order to bypass the automatic dosing system.

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PREPARATION OF THE APPLIANCE

1. HANDLING THE PACKED APPLIANCE

The device is delivered in dedicated packaging. The packaging elements (plastic bags, clips, etc.) are potentially hazardous, and, therefore, must not

be left within the reach of children, incapacitated persons, etc. The device is housed in dedicated packaging fitted with a pallet to facilitate fork-lift

handling. The packages cannot be placed on top of each other.

Gross weight of device, including packaging, is:

MMx 43-50-52 B: 100 kg (weight of unladen

device including packaging)

MMx 43-50-52 BT: 120 kg (weight of unladen

device including packaging)

The dimensions of the package are as follows:

MMx

A: 665 mm

B: 1230 mm

C: 1145 mm

WARNING: It is recommended that all the packaging components be kept in case the appliance ever needs transporting.

WARNING: Move the packaged product with handling equipment that complies with legal requirements regarding size and mass of

the packaging.

2. HOW TO UNPACK THE MACHINE

The procedure for removing the device from its packaging is the following:

1. Remove the outer package.

2. Check that the main switch (1) is in the “0” position. If this is not the case, turn the key by a quarter of a turn to the left.

3. Remove the key from the instrument panel.

4. The device is secured to the pallet with wedges (2) that lock the wheels. Remove the wedges.

ATTENTION: During this operation, check there are no people or objects near the device.

WARNING: You are advised to always wear protective gloves, to avoid the risk of serious injury to your hands.

5. For BT versions, take off the parking break by rotating the lever (3) in the sense shown by the picture.

6. Using a chute, bring the machine down from the pallet. Do not assemble the brushes and the rear squeegee before unloading the device, and

avoid violently jolting the brush head unit and the squeegee support.

7. Keep the pallet and all packaging components for any future transport needs.

3. HOW TO TRANSPORT THE APPLIANCE

The procedure for the safe handling of the device is the following:

1. Using a chute, slide the machine onto the pallet.

2. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).

3. Grip the handle (1) on the rear left side of the recovery tank and turn the recovery tank until it reaches the work position.

4. Secure the recovery tank with the hinge (2).

5. Carry out this operation with the rear squeegee and the brushes detached from the machine.

6. Secure the device to the pellet using wedges (3).

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4. COMPONENT POSITIONING

The control panel components are identified

as follows:

1. Levers to activate brushes/traction (located beneath the grip)

2. Water outlet adjustment switch (Versions with FSS)

3. Detergent outlet adjustment switch (Versions with FSS)

4. Main switch

5. Control display

6. Speed adjustment knob (BT versions)

7. Brush uncoupling/eco-mode button

8. Brush head unit lifting button

9. Water/solution level tube

10. Recovery tank drainage tube

11. Hinge to close the tanks

12. Compartment for battery charger / storage (depending on the

model)

13. Squeegee lifting lever

14. Solution filter

15. Water outlet manual adjustment tap

16. Recovery tank rotation handle

17. Parking brake lever (only for BT versions)

18. Vacuum system assembly rotation handle

19. Upper storage compartment

20. Solution tank inlet

5. APPLIANCE SAFETY

The steps to ensure machine safety,

thereby allowing operations to be performed in full safety conditions, are the following:

1. Check that the solution tank and recovery tank are empty, and empty them if necessary (see the paragraph, “EMPTYING THE RECOVERY

TANK” or read the paragraph, “EMPTYING THE SOLUTION TANK”).

WARNING: The tanks should be emptied in the place used for draining dirty water.

WARNING: The place this operation is carried out should comply with current environmental protection regulations.

2. Check that the main switch is in the “0” position; if this is not the case, turn the key (1) by a quarter of a turn to the left. Remove the key from the

instrument panel.

3. Check that the brush head unit is raised from the floor; if necessary turn the pedal (2) at the bottom of the device anticlockwise.

4. Check that the squeegee body is raised from the floor; if necessary use the lever (3) at the rear of the device.

5. For BT versions, check that the parking brake is on. If this is not the case, rotate the lever (4) in the sense shown by the picture

6. Remove the recovery tank using the hinge (5).

7. Grip the handle (6) on the left-hand side of the recovery tank.

8. Lift the recovery tank until you reach the end position.

9. Disconnect the battery connector (7) from the connector of the general system (8).

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PREPARATION OF THE APPLIANCE

6. TYPE OF BATTERY

To power the device you can use:

•

lead tubular plate traction batteries with liquid electrolyte.

•

airtight traction batteries with gasrecombination gel technology or AGM.

OTHER TYPES CANNOT NOT BE USED

Every battery consists of DIN-type elements connected in series and supplying 12V power to the clamps. The battery compartment can house two 12V

batteries. For a good working performance, we suggest using 12 V sealed gel batteries.

7. BATTERY HOPPER MAINTENANCE AND DISPOSAL

For maintenance and recharging, respect the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer.

Special atten

tion must be paid to the choice of battery charger, which differs according to the battery type and capacity.

When the battery elements in the battery hopper are exhausted, the battery hopper needs to be disconnected by specialised and

trained staff, and lifted

and removed from the battery compartment using suitable lifting devices. BATTERY HOPPER BATTERY ELEMENTS ARE CLASSIFIED AS

DANGEROUS WASTE AND MUST BE CONSIGNED TO THE AUTHORISED BODIES FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL.

8. INSERTING BATTERIES INTO THE DEVICE

The

batteries must be housed in the special compartment beneath the recovery tank and should be handled using lifting equipment that is suitable in

terms of both weight and coupling system. The batteries must also comply with the requirements of the CEI 21

-5 Standard. The dimensions of the

battery compartment are: 355 x 337 x H=220 mm.

WARNING: For battery maintenance and daily recharging, you must carefully follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer

or retailer. All installation and maintenance operations must be carried out by specialised personnel.

ATTENTION: Before handling the batteries, ensure that you comply with accident prevention regulations applicable in the country

where you work or with DIN EN 50272-3 and DIN EN 50110-1 Standards.

WARNING: To prevent an accidental short circuit use insulated tools to connect the batteries, and do not place or drop metal

objects on the battery. Remove rings, watches and any clothing with metal parts that may come into contact with the battery

terminals.

To insert the batteries into the compartment, proceed as follows:

1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).

WARNING: Before installing the battery hopper, clean the battery compartment with a damp cloth. Check that the connectors on the

cables supplied are functioning correctly.

WARNING: Check that the characteristics of the battery hopper that you are looking to use are appropriate for the type of work to be

performed. Verify the charge state of each element of the battery hopper and the state of the contacts present on each of its

elements.

WARNING: You are advised to always wear protective gloves, to avoid the risk of serious injury to your hands.

ATTENTION

: Before inserting the batteries, lift the bottom and connect the traction connector (this step is only to be performed for

BT versions of the device). this process must be carried out by qualified personnel. An incorrect connection of the connector may

cause a malfunction of the device.

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2. House the batteries in the compartment, positioning the poles “+” and “-“ opposite each other

3. Connect to the battery drop cable (1) to the "+" and "-" terminals, so as to create a 24V voltage at the terminals.

4. Connect the battery connector (2) to the general system connector (3).

ATTENTION: It is recommended that all installation and maintenance operations should be carried out by expert personnel, trained

by the dedicated technical service centre.

WARNING: you are advised to always wear protective gloves, to avoid the risk of serious injury to your hands.

5. Grip the handle on the recovery tank and turn until it reaches the work position.

9. BATTERY CHARGER CONNECTION (only for systems without CB)

In order not to cause permanent damage to individual battery elements, it is essential to avoid their

complete discharge by recharging them within a few

minutes from the "discharged battery" warning light being switched on.

ATTENTION: Never leave individual battery elements completely discharged, even if the machine is not in operation. Check the

battery charger is suitable for the batteries installed, in terms of both capacity and type.

To connect the battery charger you must:

1. Move the appliance to the designated battery charging area.

ATTENTION: Park the device in an area protected from the elements and with suitable ventilation, on a flat and level surface.

There must be no objects near the device that could either damage it, or be damaged through contact with it.

2. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see MACHINE SAFETY ’”).

ATTENTION: this process must be carried out by qualified personnel. An incorrect connection of the connector may cause a

malfunction of the device.

ATTENTION: Check that the battery charger used is suitable for the batteries in the device and set up for the batteries installed.

WARNING: Carefully read the use and maintenance instructions of the battery charger that is used for charging.

3. Connect the battery charger cable to the battery connector (2).

4. Connect the recently wired cable to the external battery charger.

WARNING: Keep the recovery tank open for the duration of the battery recharging cycle to allow gas fumes to escape.

WARNING: The room used to recharge the batteries must be adequately ventilated to prevent the accumulation of gases that leak

from batteries.

The coupling connector of the battery charger is supplied inside the bag containing this instruction booklet, and must be fitted to the battery charger

cables as shown in the instructions.

WARNING: Danger of gas exhalation and leakage of corrosive liquids.

WARNING: Danger of fire: do not go near with free flames

5. When the recharge cycle is complete, disconnect the battery charger supply cable from the battery charger.

6. Disconnect the battery charger connector from the battery connector (2).

7. Connect the battery connector (2) to the connector of the general system (3).

8. Grip the handle on the recovery tank and turn it until it reaches the work position.

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10. BATTERY CHARGER CONNECTION (only for systems with CB)

In order not to cause permanent damage to individual battery elements, it is essential to avoid their complete discharge by r

echarging them within a few

minutes from the "discharged battery" warning light being switched on.

ATTENTION: Never leave individual battery elements completely discharged, even if the appliance is not in operation. Check the

battery charger is suitable for the batteries installed, in terms of both capacity and type.

To connect the battery charger you must:

1. Move the appliance to the designated battery charging area.

ATTENTION: Park the device in an area protected from the elements and with suitable ventilation, on a flat and level surface.

There must be no objects near the device that could either damage it, or be damaged through contact with it.

2. Check that the recovery tank is empty; if not, empty it using the tube provided for this purpose (1) positioned at the rear of the device (read the

section "EMPTYING THE RECOVERY TANK").

3. Check that the main switch is in the “0” (2) position. If this is not the case, turn the key by a quarter of a turn to the left. Remove the key from the

instrument panel.

4. Check that the brush head unit is raised from the floor, if necessary turn the pedal (3) at the bottom of the device anticlockwise.

5. Check that the squeegee unit is raised from the floor; if necessary use the lever (4) at the rear of the device.

6. For BT versions, check that the parking brake is on. If this is not the case, rotate the lever (5) in the sense shown by the picture.

7. Remove the recovery tank using the hinge (6).

8. Grip the handle (7) on the rear left side of the recovery tank and turn the recovery tank until it reaches the end position.

9. Open the drawer by pressing on the handle (8) located on the rear of the appliance.

10. Connect the battery charger cable to the socket on the charger itself.

11. Plug the battery charger cable into the mains socket.

WARNING: Keep the recovery tank open for the duration of the battery recharging cycle to allow gas fumes to escape.

WARNING: The room used to recharge the batteries must be adequately ventilated to prevent the accumulation of gases that leak

from batteries.

WARNING: Carefully read the use and maintenance manual of the charger that is delivered inside the bag containing this instruction

booklet.

WARNING: Before inserting the charger power cable into the socket, verify that there is no condensate or other forms of liquids.

ATTENTION: If the device's electrical system is inadvertently powered, the "POWER PLUG" symbol will be displayed on the top left

side of the control display. No controls will be operational whilst the battery is being charged.

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12. When the recharge cycle is complete, disconnect the battery charger power supply cable from wall plug.

13. Disconnect the battery charger cable from the charger socket.

14. Close the drawer.

11. HOUR METER

The control display is on the rear of the appliance. The second screen that appears after it is switched on

shows the appliance's total usage time. The digits that precede the "." symbol identify hours, whilst the digit

that follow

s it indicates hour decimals (an hour decimal corresponds to six minutes). The flashing hourglass

symbol (1) indicates that the hour meter is counting the machine's operation time.

12. BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR

The control display is on the rear of the

appliance. The graphic symbol that identifies the charge level of

batteries appears at the bottom of the control display. The indicator consists of charge level indicators.

With the minimum remaining charge is reached, the graphic symbol (2) will start to

blink and will switch off

after a few seconds and then the symbol (3) will start to blink. Under these conditions, take the device to

the battery charge area.

ATTENTION: A few seconds after the battery charge level reaches the critical level (1),

the brush motor switches off automatically. With the remaining charge it is possible to

complete the drying process before starting the recharge.

ATTENTION: A few seconds after the battery charge level reaches the discharge level

(2), the vacuum motor switches off automatically. With the remaining charge, however,

it is still possible to take the appliance to its dedicated recharging area (BT versions).

13. FORWARD MOVEMENT AT WORK SPEED (only for BT system)

This appliance is equipped with electronic

traction control. To move the appliance, follow the steps detailed below:

1. Check that the potentiometer adjustment knob (1) is set to minimum; if this is the case, fully turn it anti-clockwise.

2. Turn the main machine switch (2) to "I"; turn the key by a quarter turn to the right.

3. Engage the dead man's levers (3) on the handlebars.

4. Adjust the desired forward speed by turning the knob (1) gradually to the right.

ATTENTION: The device will not start to move (either forward or backward) if the potentiometer adjustment knob (1) is set to

minimum.

ATTENTION: Forward speed can be increased by turning the potentiometer's knob (1) clockwise.

To reverse, proceed as follows:

1. Check that the brush head unit is raised from the floor, if necessary turn the pedal (4) at the bottom of the device anticlockwise.

2. Check that the squeegee unit is raised from the floor; if necessary action the lever (5) at the rear of the device.

3. Engage the dead man's levers (3) on the handlebars in order to start the appliance's' movement.

ATTENTION: The reverse speed is lower than the forward speed to comply with current health and safety standards. If the

potentiometer is adjusted while reversing, the adjustment of the forward speed will be automatically changed.

ATTENTION: It is impossible to reverse if the squeegee body touches the floor. In order to reverse, lift the squeegee body from the

floor using the relevant lever on the back of the appliance.

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14. FILLING THE SOLUTION TANK

Before

filling the solution tank, carry out the following steps:

1. Take the machine to the dedicated solution tank filling area.

2. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).

3. Grip the handle (1) on the rear left side of the recovery tank and turn the recovery tank until it reaches the work position.

4. Secure the recovery tank with the hinge (2).

5. Check that the solution tank discharge plug (3) has been tightened, if that is not the case, not turn it clockwise.

6. Unscrew the filler cap (4) and fill the solution tank using a rubber hose or bucket.

ATTENTION: Check that the filter (5) under the filler cap (4) is positioned correctly; this is to prevent impurities and dirt causing

malfunctions to the appliance's water system.

7. Fill with clean water, at a temperature not higher than 50°C and not lower than 10°C. The tank level can be checked using the level indicator (6) on

the left-hand side at the rear of the appliance.

15. DETERGENT SOLUTION (only for versions without FSS)

After filling the solution tank with clean water add the liquid detergent to the tank in the concentration and manner indicat

ed on the detergent

manufacturer's label. To prevent the formation of an excessi

ve amount of foam that could damage the vacuum motor, use the minimum percentage of

detergent required.

WARNING: Always use detergents whose manufacturer's label indicates their suitability for scrubbing machines. Do not use acid

or alkaline products or solvents without this indication.

WARNING:

Acid or alkaline detergents can be used with pH values between 4 and 10 and that do not contain: oxidising agents,

chlorine or bromine, formaldehyde, mineral solvents.

ATTENTION: always use low foam detergent. To avoid the production of foam, before starting to clean, put a minimum quantity of

anti-foam liquid into the recovery tank. Do not use pure acids.

ATTENTION: protective gloves should always be worn before handling detergents or acidic or alkaline solutions to avoid serious

injury to hands.

16. FILLING THE DETERGENT CANISTER (only for systems with FSS)

After

filling the solution tank with clean water, proceed as follows:

1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”)

2. Remove the cap (1) of the detergent canister (2).

3. Remove the detergent canister (2) from the solution tank compartment.

4. Fill the canister with the desired detergent, as shown on the label supplied with the appliance.

ATTENTION: protective gloves should always be worn before handling detergents or acidic or alkaline solutions to avoid serious

injury to hands.

ATTENTION: always use low foam detergent. To avoid the production of foam, before starting to clean, put a minimum quantity of

anti-foam liquid into the recovery tank. Do not use pure acids.

ATTENTION: Always use detergents whose manufacturer's label indicates their suitability for scrubbing machines. Do not use acid

or alkaline products or solvents without this indication.

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5. Put the canister (2) back into the solution tank compartment.

6. Tighten the screw cap (1) properly to prevent liquid leakage during operation, and ensure that the detergent suction filter (3) is correctly positioned

at the bottom of the canister.

7. Grip the handle (4) on the rear left side of the recovery tank and turn the recovery tank until it reaches the work position.

8. Secure the recovery tank with the hinge (5).

9. Before starting to use the appliance for the first time, carefully read the paragraphs “REGULATING THE DETERGENT (only for FSS systems)”

and “TRIGGERING THE DOSING SYSTEM (only for FSS systems)”.

WARNING: The dosing system is suitable for frequent maintenance cleaning. Acid or alkaline detergents can be used with pH

values between 4 and 10 and that do not contain: oxidising agents, chlorine or bromine, formaldehyde, mineral solvents. The

detergents used must be suitable for use with scrubbing machines. Wash the circuit with water after use if the system is not used

daily. The system can be excluded. In case of sporadic use of detergents with pH between 1-3 or 11-14, use the floor scrubbing

machine in the traditional way by adding the detergent in the clean water tank and excluding the dosing circuit.

17. ASSEMBLING THE SQUEEGEE

For packaging reasons, the squeegee is supplied disassembled from the device, and must be assembled as follows:

1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”)

2. Grip the handle (1) on the rear left side of the recovery tank and turn the recovery tank until it reaches the work position.

3. Secure the recovery tank with the hinge (2).

4. Loosen the knobs (3) in the squeegee body pre-assembly.

5. First insert the left-hand squeegee pin on the squeegee body into the left-hand slit (4) of the squeegee connection, then tighten the knob (3),

making sure that the washer (5) and spring adhere to the upper part of the squeegee support.

6. Insert the right-hand squeegee pin on the squeegee body into the right-hand slit (6) of the squeegee connection, then tighten the knob (3),

making sure the washer (7) and spring adhere to the upper part of the squeegee support.

7. Tighten the handwheel (3) to lock the squeegee into place.

8. Finally, insert the vacuum hose (8) of the squeegee into the relative joint (9) of the vacuum nozzle.

WARNING: The squeegee has already been regulated, however if it needs adjusting, read the section “REGULATING THE

SQUEEGEE”.

ATTENTION: these operations must be carried out using protective gloves to avoid any possible contact with the edges or tips of

metal objects.

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18. BRUSH ASSEMBLY (only for single-disc versions)

For packaging reasons, the brush is supplied disassembled from the device, and must be assembled as follows:

1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).

2. Grip the handle (1) on the rear left side of the recovery tank and turn the recovery tank until it reaches the work position.

3. Secure the recovery tank with the hinge (2).

4. With the brush head detached from the floor, place the brush into the body underneath the brush head.

5. Lower the brush head unit positioning it onto the brush by activating the brush head unit control pedal (3).

6. Rotate the brush until the coupling system in the brush plate locks with the brush locking system (for MMx 43 versions).

7. Rotate the brush until the three buttons in the brush enter into the notches in the brush plate (for MMx 50 versions).

8. To lock, click them into position by turning them anticlockwise to the direction of travel.

9. For the MMx 43 version, reassemble the brush head splash guard (read the paragraph“BRUSH HEAD SPLASH GUARD ASSEMBLY”).

WARNING: you are advised to always wear protective gloves, to avoid the risk of serious injury to your hands.

19. BRUSH ASSEMBLY (only for twin-disc versions)

For packaging reasons, brushes are supplied disassembled from the appliance, and must be assembled as follows:

1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”)

2. Grip the handle (1) on the rear left side of the recovery tank and turn the recovery tank until it reaches the work position.

3. Secure the recovery tank with the hinge (2).

4. With the brush head detached from the floor, place the brush into the body underneath the brush head.

5. Lower the brush head unit, positioning it onto the brushes by activating the brush head unit control pedal (3).

6. Rotate the brush unit the brush's three buttons grip with the notches in the brush plate.

7. To lock, click them into position by turning them anticlockwise to the direction of travel for the right-hand brush and clockwise for the left-hand

brush.

8. Reassemble the brush head splash guard (read the paragraph“BRUSH HEAD SPLASH GUARD ASSEMBLY”).

WARNING: you are advised to always wear protective gloves, to avoid the risk of serious injury to your hands.

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20. ASSEMBLING THE SPLASH GUARD

For packaging reasons, the brush head splash guard is supplied disassembled from the device, and must be assembled as follows

1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see “MACHINE SAFETY”).

2. Grip the handle (1) on the rear left side of the recovery tank and turn the recovery tank until it reaches the work position.

3. Secure the recovery tank with the hinge (2).

4. Lower the brush head unit positioning it onto the brushes by activating the brush head unit control pedal (3).

5. Unhook the spring hook (4) from the fastening screw on the right-hand side of the brush head (direction of work).

6. Remove the fixing strip (5) of the rubber splash guard.

7. Wind the rubber splash guard (6) around the brush head, positioning it is such a way so as it is symmetrical to the brush, after first inserting it into

the pin (7) located on the brush head's left-hand side (work direction).

8. Reposition the previously removed strip (5) and insert it into the pin (7) on the left-hand side of the brush head (work direction).

9. Unhook the spring's hook (4) from the fastening screw (8) on the right-hand side of the brush head (direction of work).

WARNING: you are advised to always wear protective gloves, to avoid the risk of serious injury to your hands.

ATTENTION: For the twin-disc version, repeat the operation for both strips.

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1. PREPARING TO WORK

Before beginning to work, it is necessary to:

1. Make sure the recovery tank is empty, otherwise empty it completely (read “EMPTYING THE RECOVERY TANK”).

2. Check that the vacuum motor filter has been correctly cleaned; if this is not the case, clean it (read the paragraph “CLEANING THE VACUUM MOTOR

FILTER FLOAT”).

3. Check that the solution tank filter has been correctly cleaned; if this is not the case, clean it (read the paragraph “CLEANING THE SOLUTION TANK

FILTER””).

4. Verify that the quantity of detergent solution in the solution tank is suitable for the type of work you wish to carry out, otherwise fill the solution tank (see

the paragraph “FILLING THE SOLUTION TANK”). Check the level tube (1) on the rear left-hand side of the appliance.

5. Check that the state of the squeegee rubbers are suitable for work, if not have them maintained (read the sections “CLEANING THE SQUEEGEE

BODY” or “REPLACING THE SQUEEGEE RUBBER”). Check that the squeegee’s vacuum chamber and the relevant suction inlet have been properly

cleaned (read paragraphs“CLEANING THE SQUEEGEE BODY”).

6. Check that the condition of brushes is suitable for the work to be performed, otherwise arrange for their maintenance (see paragraph “BRUSH

CLEANING” or “CENTRAL BRUSH REPLACEMENT”).

7. Free the recovery tank using the hinge (2).

8. Grip the handle (3) on the rear left side of the recovery tank (work direction) and turn the recovery tank until it reaches the end position.

9. Check that the battery (4) is connected to general system connector (5); if not, connect them together.

10.Check that the amount of detergent in the canister (4) is suitable for the type of work you wish to carry out, if not, fill up with detergent (read the section

“FILLING THE DETERGENT CANISTER (only for FSS versions)”).

11.Grip the handle (3) on the rear left side of the recovery tank (work direction) and turn the recovery tank until it reaches the work position.

12.Secure the recovery tank with the hinge (2).

13.For BT versions, check that the parking brake is not on. If this is not the case, rotate the lever (6) in the sense shown by the picture.

2. TRIGGERING THE DOSING SYSTEM (only for FSS system)

Before starting to work for the first time, or after a long period of appliance inactivity, it is necessary to proceed as follows:

1. Check that the water tap is fully turned on, turn the knob (1) to the left.

2. Check that the detergent solution tap (on the brush head unit) is in the active dosing system position; the lever (2) must be in a vertical position.