Johnny Vac JVC65RBTN User manual

USER GUID E
JVC65RBTN
26" Horizontal Autoscrubber With Traction

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This unit is a commercial product designed for indoor hard surface cleaning only. It is not
recommended for any operations other than those described in this operator's manual.
Make sure that the pads, brushes and detergents used with this machine are compatible
with this machine before using them.
DANGER - WARNING
DANGER
WARNING
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word
« DANGER » or « WARNING » These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
immediately follow instructions.
You can be seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is,
tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what
can happen if instructions are not followed.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE UNIT
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual.
Always read and comply with all safety messages.

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All units sold by Johnny Vac have a user manual that is an integral part of the device sold.
Please read this instruction manual carefully before using your device. Photos are included
in this manual to help you visualize the informations.
In addition to the great service this device can provide, taking the following precautions will
only improve your performance with less effort. This guide provides you with excellent
information to help you:
• Identify and recognize the specificities of the JVC65RBTN;
• To use the device in complete safety and in the best possible conditions;
• To maintain the device periodically for maximum performance;
• To find out what parts you might need and order them from Johnny Vac.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
The materials used for packaging your unit as well as used parts, batteries and their liquids
such as oil or antifreeze must always be collected and recycled, or taken to the appropriate
disposal sites in accordance with the laws in force in your area.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Please dispose of the materials,
parts of old appliances and batteries
according to the regulations in force
in accordance with the environmental
protection methods.
Remember to recycle as many parts
as possible.
MACHINE DATA
Please fill this form at the time of installation
for future references.
Model No: ___________________________
Serial No: ____________________________
Installation Date: ______________________

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Safety Precautions ....................... 5 - 6
Safety Labels .....................................7
Machine Components ........................ 8
Symbols On Control Panel ...............10
Unpack The Machine .......................10
How The Machine Works .................11
• Cleaning Method ......................................11
• Cleaning Brush & Pads ............................11
Machine Installation ................ 12 - 15
• Install The Battery ...................................12
• Squeegee Installation And ........................13
Connection
• Install Brush / Pads .................................14
• Fill The Solution Tank................................15
Machine Operation .................. 16 - 20
• Pre-Operational Check ............................16
• Start The Machine ........................... 16 - 18
• During Operation .....................................18
• Battery Electricity Meter ..........................19
• Overload Circuit Breaker .........................19
• Timer ......................................................19
Drain the Tanks ...............................20
• Drain The Recovery Tank .........................20
• Drain The Solution Tank .......................... 21
CONTENTS
Battery Charge ........................ 22 - 24
• Specifications for Charger ...................... 22
• Use of Charger ....................................... 22
• Battery Installation and Use .................... 23
• Intelligent Charger Led Indicator.............. 24
Machine Maintenance ............ 25 - 31
• Daily Maintenance........................... 25 - 27
• Monthly Maintenance.............................. 27
• Half-Yearly Maintenance ......................... 28
• Squeegee Blade Replacement................. 29
• Squeegee Blade Adjustment............ 30 - 31
Push, Tow and Transport.......... 32 - 32
the Machine
• Push Or Tow The Machine................................32
• Transport The Machine.....................................32
• Machine Storage..............................................33
• Frost Protection................................................33
Troubleshooting........................ 34 - 35
Specifications........................... 36 - 37
• Machine Dimensions / Capacity........ 36 - 37

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WARNING: To warn the hazards or unsafe operations that may cause severe personal
injury or death.
- FOR SAFETY: Underline and remember the steps to follow for safe operation of the unit.
- The following symbols indicate a potential hazard to you and the unit.
WARNING: To warn the danger of fire or explosion.
- Do not use inflammable liquids; do not operate the machine near or in places with inflammable liquids,
gas, or combustible dust.
- Since this machine is not equipped with an explosion-proof motor, the stops generated by its
electro-motor may cause a flash fire or explosion if it is operated in places with inflammable liquids, gas,
or combustible dust.
- Do not pick up any inflammable materials or reactive metal.
WARNING: To warn electric shock hazard.
- Disconnect the batteries and unplug the charger plug before repairing the machine.
- Do not charge the batteries with damaged cables. Any modification of the plug is not allowed. In case the
charge cable is damaged or broken, to avoid risks, it must be replaced by its manufacturer, the servicing
agents or similar qualified personnel.
WARNING: It is important not to touch the brushes when they are in operation. Please
turn off the unit before performing any repairs.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Do not operate the machine:
- Near or in places with inflammable liquids or gas in case of explosion or flash fire.
- Unless trained or authorized.
- Unless operation manual is carefully read and fully understood.
- When you feel unable to use this device.
2. Before operating the machine:
- Please ensure that all safety precautions are understood and followed.
3. When operating the machine:
- Avoid wearing loose items such as jewelry or a tie. Do not wear loose jackets, shirts or sleeves while
working on the unit.
- Disconnect the battery before servicing the unit.
- Wear safety gloves and protective gear such as work shoes and eye protection before servicing or
connecting the batteries.
- Do not power spray or hose off the machine. Electrical malfunction may occur.
- Use the parts provided or approved by Johnny Vac.
- Maintenance should be performed by qualified maintenance personnel.
- Never repair any part of the unit that differs from its original design.
- It is important to proceed slowly on sloping surfaces and wet floors.
- Wear non-slip shoes.
- Always operate the unit slowly when turning.
- Report machine damage or fault operation immediately.
- Children are forbidden to play on or near the machine.
- Follow the mixing and handling instructions on chemical containers.
- Do not operate the machine on inclines exceeding 5% (3°).
4. Before leaving or servicing the machine:
- Stop the machine on level surfaces.
- Turn off the machine.
- Remove the key.
5. When loading/unloading the machine onto/off a truck or trailer:
- Add one gallon (4L) of RV antifreeze to the clean water tank, without diluting the product.- Drain the tanks
before loading the machine.
- Use the suggested cargo handling apron when loading/unloading the machine onto/off a truck or trailer.
- Remove the batteries before loading the machine.
- Carry the machine with the assistance of other personnel.
- Turn off the machine.
- Lower the brush motor.
- Attach the unit to the box on the transport truck.

Safety labels are marked on appropriate surfaces according to their contents. Please replace the labels in
case they are missing, damaged or difficult to recognize.
The safety labels are located on the top of the recovery tank.
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SAFETY LABELS
Caution: Do not use foamy detergents.
Inflammable liquids must not be sucked. The
filter in the solution tank and the filter for the
vacuum motor must be kept clean. See
instruction manual.
Caution: If the brush is in motion, do not touch it.
Unplug the machine before working on it.
Charging labels
are located on the sides of the unit,
directly on the recovery tank
Waste recovery
compartiment

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MACHINE COMPONENTS
1. Recovery tank cover
2. Main handle
3. Water injection opening
4. Brush
5. Brush motor
6. Brush
7. Duty caster
8. Universal wheel
9. Motor switch handle
10. Water valve handle
11. Squeegee lifting handle
12. Charge couple
13. Vacuum hose
14. Wash water filter
15. Squeegee assembly
16. Solution tank water outlet
17. Discharge hose
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MACHINE COMPONENTS
20. Ignition Key
21. Battery electricity meter
22. Brushes pressure gage
23. Overload Protector
24. Speed switch
25. Forward/backward switch
26. Motor and lift switch brush
27. Vacuum motor
28. Control panel brush break
29. Battery
30. Water injection filter
31. Battery connection cables
32. Battery anode line (red)
33. Battery cathode line (black)
34. Battery connection diagram
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SYMBOLS ON CONTROL PANEL
Main power switch
Speed control
Brush motor switch
Brush motor switch
UNPACK THE MACHINE
1. Check the package for any discrepancies. If you find any discrepancies, please notify the delivery
agent.
2. Check that you have all the parts of the unit and its components by referring to the equipment list
below. If any parts are missing, please contact your distributor.
Freight List:
• 1 Key
• 2 - 12V batteries
• 120V, 15A intelligent charger
• 8 connecting cable, 37 cm
• 4 rubber covers for battery connection
• 1 set of squeegee assembly
• 2 brushes
3. Remove the steel fixed block before unpacking the machine. Unload the machine off the rack carefully
with the assistance of other personnel.
NOTE: Do not push the machine directly without using the cargo handling apron in case of damages.
NOTE: To avoid damages to the machine, fix the batteries after the machine is unloaded from the rack.

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HOW THE MACHINE WORKS
CLEANING METHOD
The soap and water combination is sprayed on the floor in front of the brushes. The brushes polish and
dislodge the dirt. The waste water is then collected by the squeegee. The vacuum cleaner is then triggered
for easy and quick drying. This is how the JVC65RBTN works.
CLEANING BRUSH & PADS
It is important to use brushes that are compatible with the unit to ensure better performance.
Specifications of recommended brushes and pads are given as follows:
Brushes : Two 26" brushes. New brushes are sold at Johnny Vac, # JVC5020BR.
NOTE: Brushes engage only when they are in contact with the floor.

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INSTALL THE BATTERY
MACHINE INSTALLATION
FOR SAFETY: Wear safety gloves and eye protective devices before working on the batteries or battery
connection.
Suggested specifications of batteries:
Two sets of 12 V, 120 Ah maintenance-free batteries (Figure 1).
Maximum size of battery: 176 mm x 332 mm x 214 mm (width x length x height)
1. Stabilize the unit on a level surface. Turn off the power switch and remove the ignition key.
2. Lift the recovery tank cover to access the battery compartment, as shown in the image below.
3. Carefully place the batteries in their slots if they are not already there.
4. Connect the battery cables as shown in (Figure 2) below: the red cable to the positive (+) anode and
the black cable to the negative (-) cathode.
Figure 1
Figure 2

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SQUEEGEE INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
1. Stop the machine on a level surface, turn off all the power switches and remove the key.
2. Pull the squeegee lifting rod upwards (Figure 3).
3. Fix the squeegee assembly to squeegee installation bracket (Figure 4).
4. Place the fastening knob into the socket completely before tightening.
5. Connect vacuum hose to the squeegee assembly as is shown below (Figure 5).
6. Check squeegee blade and make proper adjustment if necessary (in page 30).
MACHINE INSTALLATION
Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 5

INSTALL BRUSH & PADS
FOR SAFETY: Stop the machine on a level surface, turn off all the power switches and remove the key
before installing the brushes or pad holder.
1. Stop the machine on a level surface, turn off all the power switches and remove the key.
2. Push the lifting pedal down while moving it rightwards (as indicated by the arrow) to lift the brush motor
(Figure 6).
3. Slide in oscillating the brush in the opening planned for that purpose on each side of the device. Assure
that brushes are inserted well into their space. Close the panel and assure that this panel is firmly in place
so that brushes work completely. (Figure 7)
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MACHINE INSTALLATION
Figure 6
Figure 7

FILL THE SOLUTION TANK
Use the water injection hole in the front of the machine to fill the solution into the solution tank (Figure 8).
Scrubbing method: hot water (not higher than 60°C) is required. Pour a suggested amount of detergent
and water into the solution tank for mixing according to instructions on the detergent container.
NOTE: When filing the solution tank with a bucket, make sure that it is clean. Do not use the same bucket
for filling and draining he machine.
ATTENTION: For conventional scrubbing, only use recommended cleaning detergents. Machine damage
due to improper detergent usage (such as washing powder) will void the manufacturer's warranty.
WARNING: Do not use inflammable liquids in case of fire or explosion.
FOR SAFETY: Follow the mixing and handling instructions on detergent container .
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MACHINE INSTALLATION
Figure 8

F OR SAFETY: Do not operate the machine before fully reading and understanding this operator manual.
WARNING: Do not operate the machine near or in places with inflammable liquids, gas, or combustible dust
in case of fire or explosion.
PRE-OPERATIONAL CHECK
- Be sure to mop the floors before cleaning to remove large debris.
- Check battery power indicator. For more information regarding the battery charge indicator, please refer
to page 24.
- Check for abrasion on pads / brush.
- Check for abrasion on squeegee blade and make appropriate adjustment.
- Make sure the recovery tank is empty, and that the screen filter has been installed and is clean.
START THE MACHINE
1. Turn the main power switch on, adjust the forward/backward switch on the forward position.
2. Press brush motor button and adjust the proper speed (Figure 9).
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MACHINE OPERATION
Figure 9

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MACHINE OPERATION
3. Lay squeegee lifting handle down, so that the squeegee assembly reaches the ground (Figure 10) and
vacuum motor starts to work.
4. Release water valve handle and lift motor switch handle to start scrubbing (Figure 11) and be sure to
vacuum on a wet floor surface.
Figure 10
Figure 11

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MACHINE OPERATION
5. Adjust water flow by lifting water valve upward and downward to fit different scrubbing requirements
(Figure 12).
6. When stopping scrubbing, turn off the brush motor and squeegee motor switches as well as the main
power switch to lift the brush and squeegee assembly.
DURING OPERATION
WARNING: Do not pick up any inflammable materials or reactive metal in case of fire or explosion.
FOR SAFETY: Go slowly on inclines and slippery surfaces and wear non-slip shoes.
1. Respect the cleaning width of 26’’ (66 cm).
2. Keep the machine running to avoid damages to the ground.
3. Clean up the scrubbing area in advance to avoid scuff marks, if any, wipe the squeegee blade with a
piece of rag to remove the debris on it.
4. Do not operate the machine on inclines exceeding 5% (3°).
5. Add a moderate quantity of defoamer to recovery tank to remove additional foam.
NOTE: Keep the foam away from sewage screen filter in the recovery tank in case of motor failure.
6. A dual cleaning method is recommended when scrubbing heavily dirty area. Do scrubbing with the
squeegee lifted, wait 3-5 minutes for the solution to soak before scrubbing again with squeegee down.
7. Lift the squeegee and brush, turn off all the power switches and remove the key before operator leave.
Figure 12

BATTERY ELECTRICITY METER
Battery electricity meter display battery capacity. When the battery is fully charged, all the LED indicators
will be on and then go out in sequence from right to left.
NOTE: To prolong batteries service life, charge them timely after use.
It is best to stop scrubbing and charge the battery cells when the left light is blinking. Scrubbing function
will be automatically shut off during excessive operations with left light blinking to prevent the battery cells
from running out. Charge the battery cells immediately in this case (Figure 13).
Your machine is equipped with a pressure gage for the brushes. This gage helps you to get the pressure
you need for the brushes. If the gage is red, there is too much pressure. Never have the gage in red light.
It can affect the motor and the brushes (Figure 14).
OVERLOAD CIRCUIT BREAKER
This model is equipped with a restorable overload protector with a button
located on the control panel (Figure 15) to avoid damages to brush
motor. When the overload protector is activated and triggers blackout,
please check the reason, then press the overload protector button
manually after the motor cools down.
Contact an authorized service center for machine maintenance.
TIMER
The timer is used to count the total working hours of brush motor. Refer to
this timer for the maintenance visits of your device (Figure 16).
Figure 15
Figure 16
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MACHINE OPERATION
Figure 13 Figure 14

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DRAIN THE TANKS
It is very important to drain and clean the tanks after each use.
FOR SAFETY: Stop the machine on a level surface when leaving or servicing it, turn it off and remove the key.
DRAIN RECOVERY TANK
1. Carry the machine to a drainage station and turn the power off.
2. Hold the drain pipe upward, remove its cap and lower the hose down for drainage (Figure 17).
Figure 17
For more details on the procedures for wastewater disposal and treatment, refer to the Manage-
ment of Wastewater and Wastewater Treatment Systems section on the Government of Canada
website. Together, let's respect the environment!
IMPORTANT NOTE