FCS16 RIP-R-STRIPPER FLOOR COVERING STRIPPER
FORM PGSM4240301EU, VERSION 1.1
English-EN 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ……………………….…………… 1
2 SAFETY SYMBOLS………………………..……….. 1
3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ………….……………… 1
4 SERVICE/REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS ….………….. 1
5 END OF LIFECYCLE ……………………………….. 2
6DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ..……………... 2
7REPLACEMENT PARTS .……………….….……… 4
1 INTRODUCTION
The RIP-R-STRIPPER is intended for use in removing a variety of floor
covering materials in a non-explosive atmosphere. This manual is provided to
assist in the service of specific, longer term service items and replacement of
parts when repairs are required.Contents of this manual must be used in
conjunction with the latest version Operator’s Manual GOM4240301EU for
products sold within European Union countries and GOM4240301 for all
other destinations.
You have access to a team of dedicated, knowledgeable, support personnel
that ready to provide field support assistance. Our personnel readily answer
your questions or concerns regarding proper applications, service requirements
and warranty related problems.
Please feel free to contact our European Representative or Customer Service
Department during normal business hours using the contact information located
on the front cover of this manual.
Sincerely,
The General Equipment Team
2 SAFETY SYMBOLS
The following safety alert symbols identify important safety messages in this
manual. When you see these symbols, be alert to the possibility of personal
injury and carefully read the message that follows.
SAFETY SYMBOLS & MEANINGS
Action Required
No Trash
Containers
Read Manual
General Warning
Wear Ear
Protection
Flammable
Wear Eye
Protection
Warning,
Explosive
Wear Protective
Gloves
Warning, Toxic
Material
Wear Safety
Shoes
Warning,
Electricity
Wear Breathing
Protection
Warning, Body
Entrapment
Disconnect
From Power
Warning, Sharp
Element
No Open Flame
Warning, Floor
Level Obstacle
No Smoking
Warning, Drop Off
No Active
Mobile Phone
Warning, Slippery
Surface
No Food Or
Drink
3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE SERVICING/MAKING REPAIRS
1. BEFORE servicing and/or repairing the RIP-R-STRIPPER, read this
manual and appropriate Operator’s Manual to gain familiarization with
correct procedures. DO NOT service/repair RIP-R-STRIPPER unless
designated service/repair technician has received adequate, professional
instruction regarding proper procedures.
2. Visually inspect RIP-R-STRIPPER per Operator Manual MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS STEPS 5 through 10.
3. Determine RIP-R-STRIPPER is in original, factory configuration and has
not been modified in any manner. If questions arise about possible
modifications, contact the European Representative or Customer Service
Department BEFORE utilization. There is no charge for this service.
NOTE: Specifications and design are subject to change without notice or
obligation. All specifications are general in nature and are not intended for
specific application purposes. General Equipment Company reserves the right
to make changes in design, engineering or specifications and to add
improvements or discontinue manufacture at any time without notice or
obligation. General Equipment Company and its agents accept no responsibility
for variations which may be evident in actual products, specifications, pictures
and descriptions contained in this publication.
4SERVICE/REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
The following information is intended for specific service/repair situations for the
RIP-R-STRIPPER. Information is for reference only and is not intended to be all
inclusive.
1. Use only factory approved replacement parts/accessories only for
servicing/repair.
2. All service/repairs not described in this manual must be done by a
dedicated service center following a specific service/repair manual.
3. STOP RIP-R-STRIPPER BEFORE performing service and repair per
STOPPING RIP-R-STRIPPER in OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS section
of Operator’s Manual.
4. Remove accessory blade per INSTALLING & REMOVING ACCESSORY
BLADE in MACHINE SET-UP section of Operator Manual and inspect for
sharpness and cracking. Sharpen blade per SHARPENING
ACCESSORY BLADE in SERVICE/REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS section of
this manual. Replace blade if severely worn or damaged.
IMPORTANT: Use safety type solvent. DO NOT use thinner, benzene, or
other volatile solvents that will attack rubber/plastic components when cleaning
RIP-R-STRIPPER. Provide adequate ventilation. Dispose of rags/solvents per
international and local regulations.
•These safety instructions provide guidelines to promote safety
and efficiency in servicing/repairing the RIP-R-STRIPPER.
•No warranty, guarantee or representation is made by
manufacturer as to absolute correctness or sufficiency of any
information or statement.
•Safety instructions are intended to deal with common practices
and conditions encountered in servicing/repairing of RIP-R-
STRIPPER and are not intended to be all inclusive.
•Not following instructions in this manual can result in property
damage, personal injury and/or death.
