Powr-Flite M201-3 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL & PARTS LIST
WARNING: OPERATOR MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL
COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT.
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Standard Speed, 175 RPM
M201-3, M171-3, P131-3
Standard Speed Heavy Duty, 175 RPM
M201HD-3, M171HD-3
Dual Speed, 175/320 RPM
M202-3, M172-3
Sander, 175 RPM
M171SD-3
U.S. Patent Number 4,756,042
U.S. Patent Number 296,251
OPERATOR’S MANUAL & PARTS LIST
STANDARD AND HIGH SPEED
FLOOR MACHINES
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Your new Powr-Flite Floor Machine will afford you many years of trouble-free operating satisfaction provided it is
given proper care. Prior to packaging, your Powr-Flite Floor Machine was inspected by a Quality Control Technician.
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS APPROVED
BY POWR-FLITE.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
This machine is designed to be safe when used to per-
form the functions specified in this Operator’s Manual.
Should damage occur to electrical or mechanical parts,
the machine should be repaired by the manufacturer or
competent service station before using in order to avoid
further damage to the machine or physical injury to user.
Your floor machine is equipped with a safety switch lock-
out device designed for your safety. Do not attempt to
bypass or defeat the safety lockout device. Never use
any device to lock the power switch triggers in the ON
position.
• Only replace the supply cord with the type specified in
the instructions.
• Regulary examine the supply cord for damage, such as
cracking or ageing - if damage is found, replace the
cord for further use.
• A large diameter brush or dry buffing may not be used
for general polishing.
• The appliamce is designated for use with brushes as
apecified by the manufacturer - fitting of other brushes
may impair appliance safety.
WARNINGS
READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL!
WARNING: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such
as safety glasses, may be worn if desired.
WARNING: You must have training in the operation of
this machine before using it.
WARNING: Machines can burn flammable materials and
vapors. Do not use this machine with or near fuels, grain
dust, solvents, thinners or other flammable materials.
WARNING: Do not operate this machine unless it is
completely assembled.
WARNING: Do not use this machine as a step or to
move furniture.
WARNING: When disconnecting power cord from electri-
cal outlet, grasp the plug. Pulling it out by the cord itself
can damage cord insulation and internal connection
to plug. To prevent electric shock, always remove the
electrical plug from the electrical outlet before doing any
repairs or maintenance to this machine.
WARNING: To prevent injury, always remove the elec-
trical plug from the electrical outlet before changing the
polishing pad and before leaving the machine.
WARNING: To prevent injury, keep hands, feet and
loose clothing away from the rotating pad.
WARNING: Children, even if supervised, are not to play
with or operate this machine.
WARNING: Maintenance and repairs must be done by
authorized personnel only.
WARNING: Keep all fasteners tight. Keep adjustments
according to specifications.
WARNING: Keep the electrical parts of the machine dry.
For storage, keep the machine in a building.
WARNING: Always use a three-wire electrical system
connected to the electrical ground. For maximum protec-
tion against electric shock, use a circuit that is protected
by a ground fault circuit interrupter. Consult with your
electrical contractor.
WARNING: To prevent damage to the power cord, do
not let the pad, pad driver or wheels touch the power
cord when the machine is running. Always lift the power
cord over the machine.
WARNING: Make sure all labels, decals, warning,
cautions and instructions are fastened to the machine.
WARNING: Machine is for indoor use only.
APPLICATIONS FOR FLOOR MACHINE
(MODELS M201-3, M171-3, M201HD-3,
M171HD-3 and P131-3) 175 RPM ONLY
The Powr-Flite 175 RPM floor machine will operate in a
wide variety of applications. The 175 RPM floor machine
is the most versatile speed in the floor care industry.
APPLICATIONS OF 175 RPM STANDARD
SPEED FLOOR MACHINES ON HARD FLOORS
• Spray buffing with red spray buff pad and spray buff
chemical.
• Dry buffing a buffable finish with a tan, beige or white
pad or brush.
• Scrubbing with green or blue pad or scrubbing brush.
• Stripping with a black pad and a stripping chemical.
APPLICATIONS OF 175 RPM STANDARD
SPEED FLOOR MACHINES ON CARPET
• Bonnet cleaning with a yarn bonnet and carpet
maintainer chemical.
• Shampooing using a showerfeed shampoo brush and
solution tank mounted to the handle tube containing
carpet shampoo.
APPLICATION OF POWR-FLITE HEAVY DUTY
175 RPM FLOOR MACHINES
(MODELS M201HD-3 and M171HD-3)
The heavy duty standard speed floor machine may
be used for spray buffing, dry buffing, scrubbing and
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stripping applications. These heavy duty floor machines
are specially recommended for long term aggressive
scrubbing and stripping maintenance. The M201HD-3 &
M171HD-3 heavy duty floor machines are specially
recommended for the following applications:
•Scraping with an attachment tool to remove heavy
industrial deposits and residue or to prepare a foundation
for installation of carpet.
• Wire brushing of concrete floors.
• Sanding with very aggressive sandpaper or sand
screen discs.
• Carpet restoration where shampooing & pile lifting
require very stiff brush bristles.
• Dual speed machines are not recommended for
sanding!
WARNING WARNINGS
To prevent injury, always remove the electrical plug from
the electrical outlet before changing the polishing pad
and before leaving the machine.
PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION
To attach the drive block or brush or other attachment,
be sure the handle is “locked” in the upright position (See
picture #1). Lay the floor machine on its back with the
handle lying on the floor, this exposes the driving plate
on the underside of the floor machine. Holding the drive
block, brush or attachment in both hands and straddling
the motor with your back to the handlebox, bend over
and fit the three slots of the clutch plate (build into the
back of the brush) over the three lugs of the driving plate.
Turn the drive block, brush or attachment counter-clock-
wise as far as it will go until it is seated in the ready-to-
use position. (See picture #2)
CAUTION: This is the only proper way to install a drive
block, brush or attachment. NEVER put a drive block,
brush or attachment on the machine by placing it on
the floor and moving the running machine over it, or by
placing the machine over the block or attachment and
then starting the motor. Return the floor machine to
upright position and adjust handle to operating position.
Recommended handle position is close to the waist with
arms extended down. Lock the cam release lever into
position. Be mindful of machine’s weight.
NOTE: The hardened steel cam release lever does not
require extreme tightening to effectively hold the handle
in position. Over-tightening will shorten the functional life
of the lever. To remove drive block, brush or attachment:
Lay the floor machine on it’s back again and disengage
clutch plate slots from driving plate lugs by turning clock-
wise.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION OF THE
MACHINE
Being mindful of the machine’s weight, first install the pad
driver and pad, brush or other attachments to be used.
Plug the machine in as directed and lower the handle to
the desired operating height and lock in place using the
cam lever handle. Push the safety switch forward (see
picture #3) and squeeze the switch triggers beneath
the handle grips. This activates the motor and starts the
block, brush or attachment in operation. Each time you
release the triggers the safety switch will reset. You will
need to follow the direction above to restart the machine.
CAUTION: When leaving the machine unattended,
disconnect the wall plug and return the handle to the
“locked” upright position to prevent accidental starting.
Picture #1
Picture #2
Picture #3
Switch
Trigger Safety
Switch
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TO GUIDE YOUR FLOOR MACHINE
To Right: raise handle slightly. The higher the handle
is lifted, the faster the machine will move to the right.
To Left: to change direction, lower the handle until the
machine travels to the left. The more the handle is low-
ered, the faster the movement to the left.
TO INSTALL THE OPTIONAL SOLUTION TANK
Mount the solution tank to the front of the handle and
attach with mounting brackets and knobs. Position the
solution tank control handle horizontally and below the
switch lever of the machine and adjacent to the right
handle grip. Remove the plug from the motor housing
and insert the (long) extension tube adaptor and secure
at bottom of machine with the retainer. The solution tank
should be used only with a showerfeed drive block or
brush.
APPLICATION OF THE DUAL SPEED 175/320
RPM MACHINES (MODELS M202-3 and M172-3)
The Powr-Flite dual speed machines will operate in a
broad range of applications. These machines perform
all the applications of the 175 RPM standard speed
machines and the 300 RPM high speed machines except
the specialized applications.
Do not use dual speed machines for sanding, grinding or
scraping.
The dual speed machines are specially designed for
spray cleaning of heavy traffic areas.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION OF
THE MACHINE DUAL SPEED MACHINES
Follow the operation procedures described for 175 RPM
machines.
The proper speed selection is important to properly oper-
ate these machines. Speed selection Low (175 RPM) or
High (320 RPM) is made with the switch located on the
base and motor housing.
(See Picture #4) Stripping, scrubbing, bonnet clean-
ing and shampooing should be performed at 175 RPM
Low Speed. Spray buffing and dry buffing should be
performed at 320 RPM, High Speed. Spray cleaning is
a two speed maintenance operation. Apply a spray buff
chemical to the floor ahead of the machine. Make the
first passes through the spray buff at low speed with
an open weave blue cleaner pad or the brown hoghair
blend spray cleaner pad. Remove the spray cleaning
pad and place a buffing pad on the machine, yellow,
beige or natural hoghair blend pads. Switch the speed to
High 320 RPM and buff the dulled finish to a high gloss.
Unplug the power cord and wrap it under the cord hook
and over the right handle grip. Clean the cord off to pre-
vent heavy soiling and cleaning residues from building
up on the cord. This is a good time to inspect the cord
for cuts, gashes and loose prongs. Tip the machine back
and remove the pad and the drive block or brush. The
condition of the floor pad or brush has a direct affect on
the performance of your floor machine. When the pad
becomes dirty, turn it over and use the other side. When
finished, wash the pad or brush and allow it to dry com-
pletely before using it again. Stand the wet brush on the
bristles until dry, then hang up the brush.
Do not store the machine with the drive block, pad or
brush on the machine.
Wipe off the machine housing and wheels to prevent
build-up of unnecessary residue.
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE
Place the handle in the upright position. Lock the handle
cam release lever. Tip the machine back and transport
on the wheels, keeping in mind the machine’s weight.
MAINTENANCE FOR THE M201-3, , M171-3,
P131-3, M201HD-3, M171HD-3, M202-3 and
M172-3
Once a month remove the motor cover and vacuum out
any dust or debris which has accumulated on the motor.
Replace the motor cover by setting it over the holes in
the housing and replace all of the screws. Check and
maintain the tightness of all the fasteners.
WARNING: Do not over-tighten the switch housing
screws.
Keep the machine clean especially at the handle tube
and collar so the handle tube will move freely through the
collar. Inspect the cord for cuts, gashes, or loose prongs;
replace as needed.
Disassembly of this motor voids the warranty.
Improper disassembly and assembly of this motor can
permanently damage the field or rotor.
For M202-3 & M172-3 only: The length of the carbon
brushes should be inspected annually. If they are no lon-
ger extended
past the holder window, they should be replaced.
Replacement
of the carbon brushes should only be done by a qualified
service technician.
Picture #4
Speed
Switch
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Machine does not run.
The circuit breaker has tripped. Allow the circuit breaker
2 minutes to cool before resetting. Plug is broken or has
loose contact. Replace.
Prevent circuit overload.
Check the pad and change it if it is rough or dirty. Spray
buffing or spray cleaning is not a substitute for scrubbing
or mopping a floor. Prepare the floor surface before spray
buffing. Eliminate any extension cord that is smaller than
12/3 wire or greater than 25 feet in length. Unplug any-
thing other than the machine from the circuit or locate
another circuit.
Machine will not start.
Circuit breaker is not reset. Reset breaker.
Plug is broken or has a loose contact. Replace.
Circuit breaker is defective or weak. Replace.
Switch is defective. Replace switch.
Rectifier is defective. Replace rectifier (M202-3 and
M172-3 only).
Machine will not reach operating speed.
Unplug anything else other than the machine from the
circuit or locate another circuit.
Motor runs but pad or brush does not turn.
Coupling is broken. Replace. Coupling is not covered
under warranty. Do not attempt to place a running
machine over a block or brush. Always place and remove
the block or brush by hand.
WARNING:
All service work to be performed by certified technician,
or it may void the warranty.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This Floor Machine should be grounded while in use to
protect the operator from electric shock. This machine is
equipped with a 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong ground-
ed type attachment cap plug to fit the proper grounding
type receptacle. The green (or green and yellow) con-
ductor in the cord is the grounding wire. Never connect
this wire to anything other than the grounding blade. The
Floor Machine is provided with an attachment cap plug,
as shown in Sketch A, and is intended for use on a nomi-
nal 120 volt circuit. If a properly grounded receptacle,
as shown in Sketch A, is unavailable, an adaptor, as
shown in Sketch C, is available and should be installed,
as shown in Sketch B, if the outlet box that houses the
receptacle is grounded. Be sure to fasten the grounding
tap to the faceplate screw.
WARNING
TO AVOID FIRE, DO NOT USE WITH A FLAMMABLE
OR COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID TO CLEAN FLOOR.
ONE LAST REMINDER! READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS,
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS BEFORE USING EQUIPMENT.
These guidelines are presented for your protection and convenience. Please read them carefully, since a failure to heed
these precautions could result in discomfort or injury. When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions
should always be followed.
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REF# PART# DESCRIPTION
1 M1369AS CORD 14/3 STW 50’ YELLOW
2 SR36 STRAIN RELIEF WASHER
3 X8008N NUT LOCK 1/2” STEEL CONDUIT
4 X8012 HANDLE CLAMP COLLAR
5 X8013 CORD HOOK, PLATED
6 X8207 SCREW 10-24 X 1/2 PHIL PAN
7 X8012A HANDLE CLAMP ASSEMBLY
8 X8016 HANDLE CLAMP KNOB
9 X8807R HANDLE BRACE RIGHT M STYLE
10 X8807L HANDLE BRACE LEFT M STYLE
11 X8809 PIVOT SHAFT 1/2”X12-7/8”
12 X8019 AXLE WHEEL 1/2” X 12”
13 X8020 WASHER COUNTERSUNK AXLE
X8265 SCREW 1/4-20 X 3/4 FLAT PHIL
14 X8024 WHEEL BLACK 5” X 1-1/4”
15 X8028 WASHER, CAM W/SLOT
16 33080 MOTOR ASSEMBLY (M171-3, M201-3)
X8071P MOTOR 2 SPEED (M172-3, M202-3)
X8981 MOTOR 1.0HP 120/240V 60HZ CHROME (M171HD-3,
M201HD-3)
17 X8042A MOTOR COVER BLUE
18 X8052AP HOUSING M202-3, M201HD-3, M201-3
X8053AP HOUSING M172-3, M171HD-3, M171-3
19 X8953 CAPACITOR START 450uF, 1 HP AND 1.5 HP
20 X8038 CAPACITOR RUN 60uF
21 X8022 INLINE CORD
22 X8030J BUMPER M STYLE BLUE/BLACK
23 X8151B PLUG PLASTIC BLK 7/16” HOLE
24 X8258A BUMPER RECESSED POLYETHY
25 X8258AS SCREW #8 X 1
26 X8821 BOLT 8-32 X 3/4 PHIL TRUSS
27 X8822 SPACER PLASTIC BLK #8 X .25
28 X8212 WASHER 1/4 MED SPLIT LOCK ZINC
29 X8218 WASHER 5/16 SAE FLAT ZINC
30 X8219 WASHER 3/8 SAE FLAT ZINC
31 X8222 SCREW 1/4-20 X 3/16 SOC SET
32 X8226 SCREW 1/4-20 X 1-1/4 HEX HEAD
33 X8272 SCREW 8-32 X 1/2 TRUSS/PHIL
34 X8912 SWITCH BOX COVER METAL HANDLE
35 X8914 THUMB SWITCH ACTUATOR
36 X8917 TRIGGER HANDLE METAL HANDLE
37 X8916 SPRING TRIGGER METAL HANDLE
38 X8915 SPRING THUMB ACTUATOR
39 X8918 ROLL PIN
40 X8941 HANDLE GRIP 1” DIAMETER
41 7CY001 WASHER #10
42 X1040 INSULATION SHEET 2.5X2X.015
43 X1039 SWITCH 25A
44 X8911 HANDLE ALL METAL
45 7BG004 GROMMET 1/16 GR - 7/16 DIA
46 X8222 SCREW 1/4-20 X 3/16 SOC SET
47 X8027 SCREW 10-24 X 1/2 PHIL PAN
48 X8023 CIRCUIT BREAKER 15AMP
X8023A CIRCUIT BREAKER 17AMP
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