Powr-Flite P1500 User manual

Model P1500
1500 RPM
Burnisher
A Tacony Company
Fort Worth, Texas 76140
Operator’s Manual
U.S. Patent Number 4,845,798
U.S. Patent Number 4,756,042
U.S. Patent Number 296,252

Your new Powr-Flite®Ultra High Speed Burnisher will afford you many years of trouble-free operating satisfac-
tion provided it is given proper care. Prior to packaging, your Powr-Flite®Ultra High Speed Burnisher was
inspected by a Quality Control Technician.
UNCRATING
Your Powr-Flite®Ultra High Speed Burnisher was protectively
packed to prevent damage in shipment. We suggest that upon
removing the unit from its carton, you carefully inspect it for any
possible damage in transit. If damage is discovered, immediately
notify the transportation company who delivered your machine. As a
manufacturer, we are unable to act upon any claim for concealed
damage; you must originate the claim.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
This machine is designed to be safe when used to perform 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
lockout 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.
WARNINGS
READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL!
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 electrical 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 electrical 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: 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 protection against electric
shock, use a circuit that is protected by a ground fault circuit inter-
rupter. 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, warnings, cautions and
instructions are fastened to the machine.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR P1500
Application
The P1500 Ultra High Speed Burnisher is used to achieve and/or
maintain a high gloss appearance on an established floor finish.
The high pad revolution of the floor burnisher combined with a
good polishing pad will turn properly established cleaned floor fin-
ish into a high gloss, hardened finish known as the “wet look”
shine. The pads recommended with the P1500 are the Powr-HD
beige or white synthetic pads or the natural hogs hair blended
pads.
Preparation of Surface
Before each use of this machine, the floor must be dust mopped
with a treated mop and if necessary clean the floor with a damp
mop, using a solution of water and neutral cleaner, such as
Powr-Kare®.
PREPARE THE MACHINE
FOR OPERATION
WARNING: To prevent injury, always remove the electrical plug
from the electrical outlet before changing the polishing pad and
before leaving the machine.
•With the handle locked, tip the machine back until the handle is
lying flat on the floor.
•To remove the pad center grip on the pad driver, place your
thumb on one tab and your forefinger under the other tab. Push
with your thumb and pull with your forefinger to remove collar
of the center grip. See picture #1 (at right).
•Place a clean or new 20" buffing pad (such as Powr-HD beige
UHS buffing, hoghair blend, or white polishing pads) over the
alignment ring on the pad holder. See picture #2 (at right).
•Push the collar onto the pad center grip to hold the pad in place.
•Step back and lift the burnisher to the upright position.
NOTE: The pad level adjustment control is preset at the factory in the
raised position. Do not adjust the pad level unless the pad you are
using is thin or worn (1/2" or less).
•Connect the power cord into a grounded, 3-wire outlet.
•Unlock the handle cam release lever (See picture #3 at right)
and bring handle to a comfortable operating position. Waist high
position allows best performance. Lock the cam lever release
into position.
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.
See picture # 3 (below left).

HOWTOOPERATETHEMACHINE
First install the pad driver and pad, brush or other attachments
to be used. Plug the machine in as directed and lower the han-
dle to the desired operating height and lock in place using the
cam lever handle. Pull the safety switch out and squeeze the
switch triggers beneath the handle grips. Thisactivates 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.
NOTE:Burnisherwillpulltotherightonstartupbecauseofthetorquegeneratedbythe
immediate1500RPMrevolutionofthepad.
•Pushthemachineforwardinastraightline,ataslowwalkingspeed.Overlapeachpassby
about1inch(25mm).
AFTER USING THE MACHINE
•Upon completion, dust mop with treated mop to pick up all
burnishing residue.
•The condition of the floor pad has direct affect on the performance of your burnisher.
When the pad becomes dirty, turn it over and use the other side. When finished, wash
the pad out and allow it to dry completely before using again.
•Unplug the power cord and wrap it under the cord hook and over the right handle grip.
•Tip the machine back and remove floor pad.
•Wipe off the machine housing and the cord. This will prevent build-up of unnecessary
residue.
TRANSPORTING THE P1500
Use the rear wheels for transporting the P1500. This will insure that the operating wheels
remain clean and smooth for use on clean floor surfaces.
See picture # 4 (below left).
MAINTENANCE FOR THE P1500
•Once a month, remove the motor cover of the unplugged P1500 by pulling evenly, but
firmly, with both hands until cover is removed.
•Vacuum out any dust or debris which has accumulated in the motor.
•Replace motor cover by setting it over holes in housing and firmly pushing down.
•Check and maintain tightness of all fasteners.
•Keep the burnisher clean, especially at the handle tube and collar so the handle tube will
move freely through the collar.
•Inspect cord and plug for cuts, gashes or loose prongs; replace as needed.
•The length of the carbon brushes should be inspected annually.
If they are no longer extended past the holder window 3⁄8", they should be replaced.
•Replacement of carbon brushes should be done only by a qualified service technician.
•Disassembly of this motor voids the warranty.
•Improper disassembly and assembly of this motor can permanently damage the arma-
ture.
WARNING: Do not over-tighten switch housing screws.
Picture #1
Picture #2
Picture #4
Picture #3
Switch
Trigger Safety Switch

TROUBLESHOOTING
Burnisher tends to move to the right.
•Do not lift up on handle while operating the burnisher.
•Do not operate with handle set too high. Recommended handle
height is from your waist with your arms extended forward.
Burnisher tends to move to the left.
•Pad level adjustment is too low. Turn the pad level adjustment
control knob counterclockwise until it can no longer turn.
•The pad level adjustment control is designed to establish greater
surface contact when pads wear thin or if pads are less than one
inch thick.
Burnisher does not run.
•Circuit breaker has tripped. Allow circuit breaker to cool two
minutes before resetting.
Prevent circuit overload.
•Check and adjust pad level control to counter-clockwise position.
•Check pad and change if dirty or rough.
•Check area being burnished for cleanliness, area should be damp
mopped, scrubbed or swept with treated broom.
•Operator should not continually force the machine with handle
pressure.
•Operator should not try to operate burnisher in a side-to-side
motion.
•Eliminate any extension cord that is smaller than 12/3 wire or
greater than 25 feet in length.
•Unplug anything else on the circuit or locate another circuit.
Burnisher will not start.
•Circuit breaker is not reset. Reset breaker.
•Plug is broken or has loose contact. Replace.
•Circuit breaker is defective or weak. Replace.
•Switch is defective. Replace switch.
•Rectifier is defective. Replace.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This Floor machine is intended for use on a nominal 120
volt circuit, and has a grounded plug that looks like the plug
illustrated in (FIG A). A temporary adapter that looks like the
adapter illustrated in (FIG B & C) may be used to connect the
plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in (FIG. B) if a properly
grounded outlet is not available.
The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly
grounded outlet (FIG. A) can be installed by a qualified elec-
trician. The green color rigid ear, lug, or the like, extending
from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground
such as properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the
adapter is used, it must be held in place with a metal screw.
WARNING: Improper connection of equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a
qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to
whether the outlet is properly grounded.
DO NOT modify the plug provided with this appliance. If it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not
permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code.
GROUNDING TAB
GROUNDING PIN
(FIG. A) (FIG. C)
(FIG. B)
ADAPTER
GROUNDED
OUTLET BOXES
METAL
GROUNDING
SCREW
A Tacony Company
Fort Worth, Texas 76140
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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.