Rotovac Wide Track User manual
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WIDE-TRACK
ExtractionSystem
Owner’sManual
WT/11/28/2007
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OVERVIEW
The Rotovac WIDE-TRACK is the largest and most advanced
Rotary Jet Extraction machine ever developed.
A 24” wide cleaning path in conjunction with patented rotary
extraction cleaning heads produce high speed cleaning results
while greatly reducing operator fatigue.
OPERATOR’S RESPONSIBILITY
As with all equipment, proper operation and maintenance play a
vital role in the performance of the
WIDE-TRACK. It is therefore
extremely important that this Owner’s Manual is read and
understood before operating your WIDE-TRACK.
CALL BEFORE USING FOR THE FIRST TIME !
If you are using the WIDE-TRACK for the first time, read this
owners manual and then call Rotovac toll-free for valuable tips
and pointers at 1-888-768-6822.
(8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday P.S.T.)
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ROTOVAC WIDE-TRACK OPERATION
The on/off push button switch is located on the top of the control box on the upper
handle. The speed control dial is located on the front of the control box. This allows
adjusting the head speed rpm for different conditions. The solution valve trigger is
located under the right handle grip. The red lever solution flow control valve allows
for the adjustment of flow rate.
CLEANING TECHNIQUE
With the solution flow control valve open and the solution trigger activated, make
cleaning passes in a forward and back motion. Overlap your cleaning passes to
cover the gap between the two heads. The more soiled the carpet, the slower you
should make the cleaning passes. After the cleaning step, let off the solution valve
trigger and go back over the area with a vacuum only "dry pass" to provide
maximum extraction for faster drying. For normal carpet cleaning we recommend
operating spray pressure between 100 and 300 PSI. For hard surface cleaning the
pressure can be adjusted anywhere from 100 to 1000 PSI.
WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
The front and the rear wheels are adjustable to allow the WIDE-TRACK to clean
all types of carpet from plush installed over pad to direct glue down commercial
carpet. When adjusting the wheels, your goal is to have the cleaning heads running
parallel (flat) with the floor (not nose up or nose down) with just the right amount of
weight on the heads so that it pushes easily and also agitates and vacuums the carpet
efficiently. It is very important that the wheels are in proper adjustment for
maximum cleaning performance. The vacuum shoes must maintain contact with the
carpet or it will not clean or extract well. When cleaning installed over pad carpeting
with a powerful truckmount system you can sometimes adjust the wheels down so
that the vacuum shoes are suspended slightly above the carpet. When the strong
vacuum is then turned on, the carpet will actually be sucked up to the heads creating
a wave like effect in the carpet for maximum air flow rather than the heads sucking
down to the floor.
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SPEED CONTROL DIAL
The head rotation speed is adjustable from low to high speed (up to 200 RPM). This
allows the operator to customize the head speed for different types of carpets. When
cleaning berber or commercial glue down, a slower speed will sometimes give better
cleaning and/or drying results. Experiment for best performance.
Examples of when you may want to use slower speed 1) Not handling properly,
chattering or jumping on hard glue down carpet 2) Cleaning close to an object you
don’t want heads to impact such as, where the tile floor meets the carpet, floor heat
registers, metal thresholds, furniture legs or anything else you don’t want the rotary
heads to impact. 3) Dry pass on carpet that is difficult to dry such as Berber, 4) Hard
surface cleaning.
PRECAUTIONS
Be careful not allow the rotating vacuum heads to run into any stationary objects
such as metal thresholds, floor vent registers, furniture legs etc. Slow down the
head speed when cleaning close to any object the vacuum shoes may hit.
TRANSPORTING
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Be careful that the WIDE-TRACK cleaning heads do not come loose, unscrew and
fall off while you are carrying or rolling it around.
Before carrying or rolling make sure the heads are screwed on tight.
WARNINGS-
*Do not use WIDE-TRACK in standing water, such as on a flooded
carpet.
*Always use a grounded electrical outlet. Keep the control box on the
handle dry. If the control box becomes wet, do not operate, call Rotovac
for instructions.
*Always wear rubber-soled shoes when operating the WIDE-TRACK.
*Only trained personnel who have read this manual and understand
completely the information herein should operate the WIDE-TRACK.
* Regularly inspect the cleaning heads for any nicks or burrs. Grind or
sandpaper away any sharp edges, nicks or burrs before use.
* Maintain tightness of all screws at all times.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Daily:
Vacuum Heads: remove and clean.
Vacuum Hoses: inspect / repair clogged debris or breaks.
Felt Seals: inspect / replace both after 500 to 600 hours of use.
General: inspect / repair loose fasteners. Replace faulty or badly worn
components.
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Other:
Carbon Brushes: (located on the side of the housing, front and back) replace
two per motor after 1000 to 1200 hours of use.
Power Cord: inspect / repair cuts and breaks.
REMOVING THE CLEANING HEAD
To familiarize yourself with the
WIDE-TRACK the first thing to learn is how to
remove and replace the rotary cleaning head assemblies for maintenance and
cleaning. This is the single most important procedure of regular maintenance.
IMPORTANT!!
Remove the cleaning heads by unscrewing them in the same direction that they
rotate during operation. Tap on the back side of the steel vacuum shoe (not the
side with the spray jet) with a rubber mallet to loosen the head. Now it will spin off
for cleaning or adjustment.
Note: When replacing the cleaning head always make sure that the vacuum is
disconnected or turned off so the felt seal remains seated in position on the 6 small
studs when replacing the cleaning head. If the vacuum is running when replacing the
cleaning head, the felt seal will suck up off of the studs and get chewed up.
FELT VACUUM SEALS
Check the felt vacuum seals on the vacuum head for damage or wear. A GOOD
FELT SEAL IS IMPORTANT FOR MAXIMUM VACUUM EXTRACTION
PERFORMANCE. An excessively worn or torn felt seal will result in more water
left in the carpet than is desirable. The felt seal will perform better and last longer if
treated with a non-oily silicone spray. We prefer Dupont Silicone/Teflon spray.
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Carpet and hard floor head
VACUUM SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
To replace worn or damaged Vacuum Shoes, first remove the Head from the
machine (see previous). The cover can then be removed by removing the 6 screws
holding it in place. This allows access to the vacuum channels and ports for
cleaning. It also allows access to the screws holding the vacuum shoes in place. If
the shoes are being changed, remove the screws, and reattach new shoes. Tighten
screws down securely. Assure that the seal retainers are returned to their original
position. When reinstalling the cover assembly, make sure that the vacuum
channels in the cover/seal match up with the channels in the molded head, and
retighten. The Round Glide Discs are accessible from the underside without
disassembly.
SPRAYER SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Periodically tilt the WIDE-TRACK back and visually inspect the spray pattern of
the jets to make sure they are not clogged or aimed in the wrong direction. The
spray fan pattern should be aligned with the vacuum slots and should never go
beyond the outer edge of the vacuum slot.
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CARPET CLEANING HEADS
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11
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10
6(18)
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7 (19)
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Vacuum System Maintenance Sprayer System Maintenance
ITEM # QUANTITY ROTOVAC P/N DESCRIPTION
1 1 RP-203 VACUUM DISC
2 1 RA-106 COVER/SEAL ASSEMBLY
3 1 S-027 FELT SEAL
4 3 RA-113 SMOOTHGLIDE VACUUM SHOE ASSEMBLY L.H.
5 3 RP-207 ROUND GLIDE DISC
6 1 RA-108 SPRAYER ASSEMBLY L.H.
7 1 A-2329AL MALE SHAFT (LH)
8 1 RV-412 SMALL O-RING
9 1 S-023 O-RING
10 3 S-026 SPRAY JET
11 18 RV-401 ROUND HEAD SCREW
13 6 RV-402 FLAT HEAD SCREW
14 3 RP-224 GASKET RETAINER (NOT SHOWN THIS VIEW-SEE NEXT)
15 3 RV-439 FLAT HEAD SCREW
16 1 RA-116 VENT CHECK (FROM S/N 1803)
17 1 RA-131 SMOOTHGLIDE VACUUM SHOE ASSEMBLY R.H.
18 1 RA-134 SPRAYER ASSEMBLY R.H.
19 1 A-2329AR MALE SHAFT (RH)
20 1 RA-105 L.H. CARPET HEAD ASSY
21 1 RA-134 R.H. CARPET HEAD ASSY
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
1. Difficult to push / Motor bogging down
*The WIDE-TRACK has a built in torque governor that will cause
the motor to bog down or stop if overloaded or used improperly. This
feature ensures long motor and gear box life because it forces the
operator to use the WIDE-TRACK correctly and not abuse the
machine during operation. When operated correctly, the torque
governor will put out plenty of power to do the job while also
protecting the motor gear box from premature wear.
*NOTE:If you are using a truck mounted vacuum system and the
unit is bogging down, adjust the wheels downward to take some weight
off of the vacuum shoes. For installed over pad carpet the wheels can be
adjusted so that the vacuum shoes are suspended slightly above the carpet.
When the strong vacuum is then turned on, the carpet will actually suck up
to the heads creating a wave like effect in the carpet for maximum air flow
rather than sucking down to the floor.
2. Motor running Hot.
*The WIDE-TRACK drive motor is made to safely run at
temperatures up to 160°F. Note that metal surfaces at 120°F can be
comfortably handled for only several seconds.
3. Overspray from cleaning head, slinging water.
*Make sure spray jets are pointing slightly inward and your psi is not
turned up too high. Recommend 100 to 300 psi
*Turn down the motor speed rpm.
4. Leaving carpet too wet.
*Make sure felt vacuum seal is not worn or torn.
*Turn down psi.
*Make slower vacuum only dry pass.
*Turn down motor speed during dry pass.
*Check to make sure your vacuum system is working properly and
the filters in your extractor are not clogged with carpet lint.
*Assure heads are not clogged with dog hair, etc.
5. Other problems
*Call our service department toll free 888-768-6822
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WARRANTY
Rotovac Corporation products are warranted to be free of defects in material for 1
year as noted below:
During this warranty period, we will repair or replace, at our sole option, free of
charge, any parts shown to be defective in either material or workmanship. Said
parts must be returned with postage or freight pre-paid. Specific parts, such as
switches, vacuum motors, pumps, fittings, etc., are also warranted for a period of 1
year from date of original purchase.
This warranty is for replacement of defective parts or workmanship only. IT DOES
NOT PROVIDE FOR REPLACEMENT OF COMPLETE UNITS DUE TO
DEFECTIVE PARTS. It does NOT cover normal wear items such as hoses, power
cords, bumpers, carbon brushes, gaskets, etc., which require replacement as a result
of ordinary usage. Also, failures caused by abuse, neglect, alterations or operation
contrary to manufacturer's recommendations are not warranted.
Replacement parts are warranted only for the remainder of the original warranty
period.
This warranty does not cover labor or other charges in connection with replacement
parts. NO LOCAL SERVICE OR REPAIR CHARGES ARE ALLOWED UNLESS
PRIOR AUTHORIZATION IS OBTAINED.
There are no other warranties, expressed or implied, made with respect to this
equipment. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damages resulting from
the use or misuse of this equipment.
Rotovac Corporation
17905 Bothell Everett Hwy
Mill Creek, Washington 98012
Ph. (425) 883-6746 Fax (425) 883-8953
http://www.Rotovac.com
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