Tacony Powe-Flite M1200 User manual

Ultra High Speed Burnishers
1200 RPM
Model M1200
1600 RPM
Model M1600
2000 RPM
Model M2000
Operator’s Manual
A Tacony Company
Fort Worth, Texas 76140
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 satisfaction 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 pre-
vent 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 spec-
ified 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.
WARNING: Machines can burn flammable materials and vapors. Do not use this
machinewithornearfuels,graindust,solvents,thinnersorotherflammablemate-
rials.
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: Whendisconnectingpowercord fromelectricaloutlet, grasptheplug.
Pullingitout bythecord itselfcandamage cordinsulationand internalconnection
to plug. To prevent electric shock, always remove the electrical plug from the elec-
trical outlet before doing any repairs or maintenance to this machine.
WARNING: To prevent injury, alwaysremove 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 pro-
tectedby aground fault circuit interrupter. Consult withyour electrical contractor.
WARNING:To prevent damagetothepower cord,donotlet the pad,paddriveror
wheels touch the power cord when the machine is running. Always lift the power
cord over the machine.
WARNING:Makesurealllabels,decals,warning,cautionsandinstructionsarefas-
tened to the machine.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
M1200, M1600 and M2000
Application
The M1200, M1600 and M2000 Ultra High Speed Burnishers are used to achieve
and/or maintain a high gloss appearance on an established floor finish. The high
padrevolutionofthe floor burnishercombinedwitha good polishingpadwillturn
properly established cleaned floor finish into a high gloss, hardened finish known
as the “wet look shine”. The pads recommended with the M1200, M1600 and
M2000 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.
PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR OPERATION
WARNING: To prevent injury, always remove the electrical plug from the electri-
cal 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-lock pad holder from the flexible pad driver, grasp the
center support with your thumb and forefinger and turn the collar counter-
clockwise. (Fig 1)
• Place a clean or new 20” buffing pad over the alignment ring on the
pad holder.
• Replace the collar by turning clockwise until snug. (Fig 2)
• Step back and lift the burnisher to the upright position.
• Connect the power cord into a grounded, 3-wire outlet.
• The M1200 and M1600 Burnishers should be operated with the handle in the
unlocked “floating” position to provide excellent maneuverability and auto-
matic pad contact.
The M2000 is designed for maintenance of large, open areas. To prevent exces-
sive pad drag or uneven burnishing where tight, repetitive turns are necessary,
lock the handle for manual control of pad contact.
NOTE: The hardened steel cam release lever does not require extreme tighten-
ing to effectively hold the handle in position. Over-tightening will shorten the
functional life of the lever. (Fig 3)
HOW TO OPERATE THE MACHINE
• Place one hand on the anti-fatigue handle grips. Pull out safety lock and depress
the left or right switch trigger. (Fig 4) Once handle lock has been disengaged,
place both hands of handle grips and depress switch triggers.
•Pushthemachineforwardinastraightline,ataslowwalkingspeed.Overlapeach
passbyabout1inch(25mm).
AFTER USING THE MACHINE
• Upon completion, dust mop with treated mop to pick up all burnishing residue.
Fig 1

• The condition of the floor pad has direct affect on the performance of your bur-
nisher. 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 han-
dle grip.
• Tip the machine back and remove floor pad.
• Wipe off the machine housing and the cord. This will prevent build-up of unnec-
essary residue.
TRANSPORTING THE M1200, M1600 AND
M2000
Use the rear wheels for transporting the M1200, M1600 or M2000. This will
insure that the operating wheels remain clean and smooth for use on clean floor
surfaces. (Fig 5)
MAINTENANCE FOR THE M1200, M1600
AND M2000
• Once a month, remove the motor cover of the unplugged M1200, M1600 or
M2000 by removing the motor cover screws.
• Vacuum out any dust or debris which has accumulated in the motor. (Fig 6)
• Replace motor cover and replace the motor cover screws.
• Check and maintain tightness of all fasteners.
WARNING: do not over-tighten switch housing screws.
• 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, 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 armature.
Fig 2
Fig 5
Fig 3
Fig 6
Fig 4
Switch Trigger Safety Switch

A Tacony Company
Fort Worth, Texas 76140
800.880.2913
Fig 7
Drive Belt Adjustment
See picture Fig 7
1. Remove three (3) phillips head screws holding the pad center grip.
2. Remove four (4) large, slot head screws holding drive pad.
3. Loosen pulley mount bolts (A) with 9/16" deep socket wrench.
Do not remove the bolts.
4. Using a 1/2 box wrench, turn adjustment nut (B) until it touches the adjust-
ment bolt head. Turn the adjustment bolt to tighten or loosen the belt tension.
5. Correct belt tension allows belt (C) no more than 1/4" of side movement.
6. Tighten the four (4) pulley mount bolts with the 9/16” socket wrench.
7. Loosen the adjusting bolt (D) until it is snug against adjustment stop molded
in housing and turn adjustment nut against pulley mount bracket.
8. Replace pad driver and pad center grip.
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 does not run.
• Circuit breaker has tripped. Allow circuit breaker to cool two minutes before
resetting (M1200 only).
Prevent circuit overload.
• Do not spray buff with the M1600 or M2000. Apply a restorer, such as Powr-
Gloss®, allow to dry, then burnish.
• 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.
Burnisher will not start.
• Circuit breaker is not reset. Allow two minutes to cool. Reset breaker.
(M1200 only)
• Plug is broken or has loose contact. Replace.
• Circuit breaker is defective or weak. Replace. (M1200 only)
• Switch is defective. Replace switch.
• Rectifier is defective. Replace.
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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 grounded type attachment cap plug to fit the proper grounding type recep-
tacle. The green (or green and yellow) conductor 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 nominal 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 out-
letbox that houses the receptacle is grounded.Be sure to fasten the grounding tap
to the faceplate screw.
These guidelines are presented for your protection and convenience. Please
read them carefully, since a failure to heed these precautions could result in dis-
comfort or injury. When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions
should always be followed.
ONE LAST REMINDER!
Read All Instructions, Warnings and Cautions Before Using!
WARNING
TO AVOID FIRE, DO NOT USE WITH A FLAMMABLE OR
COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID TO CLEAN FLOOR.