Tomcat Hero 30'' DISK User manual

Operating Instructions (EN)
MODELS:
30'' Disk
34'' DIisk
29'' Cylindrical
33'' Cylindrical
28'' EDGE
32'' EDGE
www.tomcatequip.com
1711 South Street
Racine, WI 53404 (USA)
(800) 450-9824 | (+001) 262-681-6470 VERSION 16.224
©2016 RPS Corporation TC-HERO-OP-EN
Read these Instructions before
using the machine.
Read these Safety Messages
before using the machine.
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INTRODUCTION
This manual is furnished with each new machine. This manual will allow the Operator to get the best performance out of
your RPS manufactured Scrubber-Drier, Sweeper, Burnisher, or Orbital Scrubber. Read this manual thoroughly before
operating or servicing the machine.
This machine will provide excellent performance, but the best results will be obtained at the most minimum costs if:
• The machine is regularly maintained - per the Authorized Local Distributor.
• The machine is operated with reasonable care and caution.
• The machine is maintained with manufacturer supplied parts.
LOCATE SERIAL NUMBER
The serial number of your machine is located on the lower half of the control panel of the machine.
AS OUR POLICY IS ONE OF CONSTANT IMPROVEMENT - ALL INFORMATION AND
SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
SERIAL NUMBER

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 2
Locate Serial Number 2
Table Of Contents 3
Safety Messages 4
Safety Labels 6
LCD Screen 7
Operation Controls 8
Battery Setup 9
Remove Squeegee 10
Adjust Squeegee 11
Remove From Battery Charger 12
Transportation - Forward 13
Transportation - Reverse 14
Fill Solution Tank 15
Operation - Scrubbing 16
Draining Recovery Tank 17
Draining Solution Tank 18
Flushing Recovery Tank 19
Clean Drain Saver 20
Clean Cylindrical Hopper 21
Clean Vac Box System 22
Remove Disk Brushes 23
Remove Cylindrical Brushes 24
Remove EDGE Pads 25
Charge Batteries 26
Battery Chargers 27
Common Wear Parts 28
Round Disk Brushes: 28
Round Disk Pads: 28
Cylindrical Brushes: 28
EDGE Pads and Screens: 28
EDGE Grip Face: 29
Squeegee Blade Kits & Complete Squeegee Assemblies: 29
DANGER
WASTEWATERDRAINS ONLY!
WASTEWATERDRAINS ONLY!
WASTEWATERDRAINS ONLY!
WASTEWATERDRAINS ONLY!

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You will see four kinds of safety reminders in this manual:
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury or damage to this machine or nearby objects. CAU-
TION also can be used to alert against unsafe practices.
NOTICE
NOTICE indicates information considered important, but
not hazard-related. This safety message may be related to
property damage or warranty warnings.
Your safety, and that of others, is very important. Operating this machine safely is an important responsibility.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE:
• Unless you are trained and authorized to do so by your RPS Authorized Local Distributor
• Unless you have read and understood this Operator’s Manual
• On surfaces with greater than a 2% grade unless this machine is equipped with a functional parking brake
• On surfaces with greater than an 8% grade at any time
• On Loading Docks
WHEN OPERATING THIS MACHINE:
• Remove loose objects from the floor that could be projected from the rotating Brushes
• Keep your hands and feet away from the rotating Brushes
• Do not operate this machine where flammable liquids, vapors, or dust are present
• Use caution when maneuvering
BEFORE LEAVING THE MACHINE:
• Drain “clean” Solution & “dirty” Recovery solution into APPROVED drains
• Park the machine on a level surface
• Turn the machine off & remove key
BEFORE SERVICING THE MACHINE:
• Disconnect the Batteries
DANGER
Explosive hydrogen gas forms when Batteries are
charging. An open flame or spark can cause this gas
to explode. Serious personal injury or property damage
could occur. Only charge the Batteries in this machine in
a well ventilated area.
DANGER
Flammable materials can cause an explosion or fire. Do
not use flammable materials in Tank or pick up.
SAFETY MESSAGES

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WARNING
The Batteries in this machine produce hazardous
voltage which can cause electrical shock, burns and/
or electrocution. Always disconnect Batteries before
servicing this machine.
WARNING
When climbing or descending ramps, always drive
machine forward. To avoid overturning the machine,
Do not back down ramps. Do not drive across inclines.
Do not turn while ascending or descending ramps.
Overturning the machine can cause serious injury or
death.
WARNING
Do not use water that exceeds 135°F / 57°C. If water
is above said temperature, this will void the Tank
Warranty.
WARNING
Do not park this machine on ramps or slopes. Always
park this machine on a level, hard surface. Do not
operate this machine outdoors or on uneven surfaces.
WARNING
The Batteries in this machine contain sulfuric acid,
which causes burns to skin. If battery acid contacts
clothing or skin, rinse the effected area with cold water
immediately. If battery acid gets on your face or in your
eyes, flush the area immediately with cold water and
seek medical attention.
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock, do not operate this machine
over electrical floor outlets.
WARNING
Dress safely. Do not wear rings or metal wrist watches
when servicing this machine, as they can cause an
electrical short circuit which can cause serious burns.
WARNING
Do not remove, paint over or destroy warning decals. If
warning decals become damaged, call 1-262-681-3583
for free replacements.
WARNING
Dress safely. Do not wear a neck tie, scarf, or any
loose or dangling clothing while operating this machine.
Loose or dangling clothing or neck-wear can tangle in
rotating parts, causing serious injury or death.
WARNING
Always turn off this machine before leaving it
unattended. Do not allow untrained persons to operate
this machine.
WARNING
NO RIDERS. Do not carry passengers on this machine.
Do not use this machine as a stepladder or work
platform.
WARNING
Understand the dynamic braking system before you
operate the machine on ramps. Machine may coast.
WARNING
Before you service a Battery, always wear face
protection, protective gloves and protective clothing.
Battery acid or battery explosion can cause serious
injuries.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to this machine, use only cleaning
solutions and replacement parts recommended by the
manufacturer.
CAUTION
Do not operate this machine if any parts have been
damaged or removed.
CAUTION
Always use the automatic battery charger provided
by the manufacturer of this machine to charge the
Batteries of this machine. It is designed to charge
the Batteries at the appropriate rate. If you must use
a different charger, disconnect the Batteries before
charging to avoid damage to the electronic speed
controller.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the electronic control components
of this machine, Do not store this machine outdoors. Do
not pressure wash this machine.

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Read and obey all Safety Labels on your HERO Floor Scrubber. If you have questions about these labels, ask your super-
visor.
These images indicate where on the HERO Safety Labels are located. If ever the labels become illegible, worn off, or
torn, promptly report it to your supervisor and replace it.
USE ONLY DISTILLED WATER IN THE BATTERIES. USE
ONLY THE OEM CHARGER PROVIDED WITH THE MA-
CHINE. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE BATTERY BEFORE
SERVICING THE MACHINE.
REFER TO MANUAL OR CALL +011-262-681-3583
DANGER
EXPLOSION RISK!
EXPLOSIVE HYDROGEN GAS FORMS WHEN
BATTERIES ARE CHARGING. AN OPEN FLAME
OR SPARK CAN CAUSE THIS GAS TO EXPLODE.
ONLY CHARGE THE BATTERIES IN THIS MA-
CHINE IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA.
TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THIS MACHINE:
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REFER TO MANUAL OR CALL +011-262-681-3583
DANGER
EXPLOSION RISK!
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BATTERY CHARGING LABEL
PART #: 253-7280
TANK LABEL
PART #: 5-728
SAFETY LABELS
DANGER

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** USE GREEN MENU SELECTION BUTTON ON CONTROL PANEL TO CHANGE SCREENS **
1. BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR - Indicates the energy level remaining in the Batteries
(Shown on all menu displays)
2. SOLUTION OUTPUT INDICATOR - Indicates the gallons per minute (GPM) 0 - 1.0
3. SCRUBDECK DOWN PRESSURE INDICATOR - Sets the down pressure on the Brushes / Pads
4. SCRUB MOTORS ON - Indicates the Brush Motors are in operation
5. SOLUTION ON - Indicates the solution flow is ON
6. VACUUM ON - Indicates the Vacuum is ON
7. KEY SWITCH HOUR METER - Indicates total hours the machine has had keyswitch ON
8. TRANSPORT HOUR METER - Indicates total hours the drive system has been in operation
9. SCRUB BRUSH HOUR METER - Indicates total hours the brush motors have been in operation
10. VACUUM HOUR METER - Indicates total hours the vacuum motor has been used
11. DIAGNOSTIC CODE - Displays diagnostic code which helps troubleshoot issues
12. ERROR WARNING SYMBOL - Indicates when there has been a diagnostic code error
SCREEN #2 (MAINTENANCE)
10
9
8
7
SCREEN #3 (WITH ERROR CODE)
11
12
SCREEN #1 (OPERATOR)
1 2 3 4 5 6
LCD SCREEN

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1. 2. 3.
4. 5. 6.
7. 8.9.
10. 11. 12.
13. 14. 15.
16. 17. 18.
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11
12
13
14
15
17
16
18
1
457
8
9
6
2
3
OPERATION CONTROLS

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NOTICE
Batteries are a possible environmental hazard. Consult
your Battery supplier for safe disposal methods.
NOTICE
Orientation of Batteries is critical for cables to reach.
Ensure proper torque values when installing batteries.
(Between 8 - 12 ft/lbs)
24 VOLTS
4
1
2
3
BATTERY SETUP

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3
3
2
2
1
4
REMOVE SQUEEGEE

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ADJUST SQUEEGEE

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REMOVE FROM BATTERY CHARGER
2
1
Please refer to OEM Charger Operating Instructions for more information.

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1
2
4
35
½
SPEED
TRANSPORTATION - FORWARD

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TRANSPORTATION - REVERSE
1
2

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1
1
< 30 Gal. ( 113.6 l ) / < 130°F / 54°C
< 30 Gal. ( 113.6 l ) / < 130°F / 54°C
< 30 Gal. ( 113.6 l ) / < 130°F / 54°C
< 30 Gal. ( 113.6 l ) / < 130°F / 54°C
FILL SOLUTION TANK
DANGER
EXPLOSION RISK! Flammable materials can cause an
explosion or fire. Do NOT use flammable materials in
Tank or pick up.
CAUTION
TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THIS MACHINE:
• Use APPROVED detergents only
• Water temperature must not exceed 130˚F/54˚C
• Do NOT use high-percentage Bleach mixture

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47
2 3
1
5
6
½
SPEED
OPERATION - SCRUBBING

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DRAINING RECOVERY TANK
2
1
1
WASTE WATER DRAINS ONLY!
WASTE WATER DRAINS ONLY!

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DRAINING SOLUTION TANK
2
1
WASTE WATER DRAINS ONLY!
WASTE WATER DRAINS ONLY!

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FLUSHING RECOVERY TANK
1
2

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CLEAN DRAIN SAVER
1
2
3
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