Tornado 97562 Manual

TORNADO INDUSTRIES
7401 W. LAWRENCE AVENUE
CHICAGO, IL 60706
[phone] FAX [phone]
www.tornadovac.com
Operations & Maintenance Manual
For Commercial Use Only
Models P Series 17" and 20"
MODEL NO.
97562 (115v) & 97563 (230v)
97564 (115v) & 97565 (230v)
Form No. L 9703
©2007 Tacony Inc. All rights reserved.
©2007 Tacony Inc. All rights reserved.
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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NOTES NOTES

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Machine does not run.
The circuit breaker has tripped. Allow the circuit breaker 2 min-
utes to cool before resetting. Plug is broken or has loose con-
tact. 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 anything 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.
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 war-
ranty. Do not attempt to place a running machine over a block or
brush. Always place and remove the block or brush by hand.
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 receptacle. 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
outlet box that houses the receptacle is grounded. Be sure to fas-
ten the grounding tap to the faceplate screw.
*This applies only to North America. The 230v model is designed
to operate on a 230/50 Hz electrical connection. Make sure the
electrical outlet is grounded and all safety precautions are taken
.
Write your machine serial number here:________________________________
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
ALL SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 3
APPLICATIONS 3
MAINTENANCE 5
TROUBLESHOOTING 5
This instruction book covers:
MODEL NO. 97562 97564 97563 97565
VOLTS 115 115 220 220
SERIES F F F F

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Your new Floor Machine will afford you many years of trouble-free operating satisfaction provided it is given
proper care. Prior to packaging, your Floor Machine was inspected by a Quality Control Technician.
UNCRATING
Your Floor Machine was protectively packed to prevent damage
in shipment. We suggest that upon removing the unit from its car-
ton, you carefully inspect it for any possible damage in transit. If
damage is discovered, immediately notify the transportation com-
pany 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 furni-
ture.
WARNING: When disconnecting power cord from electrical out-
let, grasp the plug. Pulling it out by the cord itself can damage
cord insulation and internal connection to plug. To prevent elec-
tric 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 author-
ized 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
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.
APPLICATIONS FOR FLOOR MACHINE
175 RPM
The 175 RPM floor machine will operate in a wide variety of
applications. and can be used for spray buffing, dry buffing,
scrubbing and stripping applications. These heavy duty floor
machines are specially recommended for long term aggressive
scrubbing and stripping maintenance. The heavy duty floor
machines are specially recommended for the following applica-
tions:
• 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. 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.
WARNING
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-clockwise 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 posi-
tion. Recommended handle position is close to the waist with
arms extended down. Lock the cam release lever 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. 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 clockwise.
HOW TO OPERATE THE MACHINE
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.
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 lowered, 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.
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.
MAINTENANCE
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 disas-
sembly and assembly of this motor can permanently damage the
field or rotor.
Picture #1
Picture #2
Picture #3
Switch
Trigger Safety
Switch