Windsor SABER S28 User manual

SABER/STRIDE II 28/34 98570 8/31/99
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REV.
OWNER’S GUIDE
Read these instructions before operating the machine
Antes de usar la máquina lea atentamente el libro de instrucciones
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Vor Inbetriebnahme der Maschine Bedienungsanweisung lesen
Leggere queste istruzioni prima di usare la macchina
SABER
MODEL TYPE POWER SOURCE
S28 28” Disc 36V Battery
S34 34” Disc 36V Battery
S34SP 34” Cylindrical Head 36V Battery
STRIDE II
MODEL TYPE POWER SOURCE
QQS28 28” Disc 36V Battery
QQS34 34” Disc 36V Battery
QQS34SP 34” Cylindrical Head 36V Battery
MODELS COVERED IN THIS GUIDE:
Operating Instructions (GB/USA)
Instrucciones de Manejo (ESP)
Mode d’emploi (FR)
Bedienungsanweisung (GER)
Mode de Emploi (ITA)
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MACHINE DATA LOG
MODEL
DATE OF PURCHASE
SERIAL NUMBER
SALES REPRESENTATIVE #
DEALER NAME
OPERATIONS GUIDE NUMBER
PUBLISHED
Copyright 1995 Windsor Industries, Printed in USA
SABER/STRIDE II 28/34 98570 5/1/98
OVERVIEW
The SABER/STRIDE II is a battery powered, self propelled, hard floor scrub-
ber intended for commercial use. This appliance applies a cleaning solution
onto a hard floor, scrubs the floor with brushes, and then vacuums the soiled
water back into the recovery tank.
USING THIS MANUAL
This Owner’s Guide has two parts: The first section of the manual is to famil-
iarize the operator with the operation and functions of the machine. The sec-
ond, has to do with normal owner maintenance.
YOUR DEALER
Name:
Address:
Phone Number:
For the name and address of your dealer contact: Windsor Ind.

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SABER/STRIDE II 28/34 98570 10/08/98
TABLE OF CONTENTS
OPERATIONS
Machine Data Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operation Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Machine Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
MAINTENANCE
Scrub Brushes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Scrub Deck Skirt
/Squeegee Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Adjusting Squeegee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Service Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Squeege Blade/Brush Head Options. . . . . . . . . . . 15
Service Location Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
PARTS LIST
Main Frame Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Brake/Squeegee Lift Assemblies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Rear Panel Mechanical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Control Panel Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Electrical Panel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Recovery Tank Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Solution Tank Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Squeegee Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Brush/Deck Lift Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Scrub Head Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Cylindrical Head Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Hopper Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Automatic Squeegee Lift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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SAFETY
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The following symbols are used throughout this guide as
indicated in their descriptions:
HAZARD INTENSITY LEVEL
There are three levels of hazard intensity identified by signal
words -WARNING and CAUTION and FOR SAFETY. The
level of hazard intensity is determined by the following
definitions:
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD
result in severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which could result
in minor personal injury or product or property damage.
FOR SAFETY: To Identify actions which must be
followed for safe operation of equipment.
Report machine damage or faulty operation immediately. Do
not use the machine if it is not in proper operating condition.
Following is information that signals some potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or the equipment. Read
this information carefully. Know when these conditions can
exist. Locate all safety devices on the machine. Please take
the necessary steps to train the machine operating personnel.
For SAFETY:
DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE:
•Unless Trained and Authorized.
•Unless Operation Guide is Read and understood.
•In Flammable or Explosive areas.
•In areas with possible falling objects.
•Before use all covers and doors shall be put in the
positions specified on the instructions
WHEN USING MACHINE:
•Use caution when backing machine.
•Do not carry riders on the machine.
•During operation attention shall be paid to other per-
sons, especially children.
•Always follow basic safety and traffic rules.
•Go slow on slippery surfaces and grades.
•When leaving unattended, secure against uninten-
tional movement.
BEFORE LEAVING OR SERVICING MACHINE:
•Stop on a level surface.
•Set the parking brake.
•Turn off the machine.
•Remove key from switch.
WHEN SERVICING MACHINE:
•Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose clothing; jack-
ets, shirts, or sleeves when working on the machine.
•Block machine tires before jacking machine up.
•Use hoist or jack of adequate capacity to lift machine.
•Disconnect battery connections before working on
machine.
•Avoid contact with battery acid.
•Use Windsor supplied replacement parts.
This machine is not suitable for picking up health en-
dangering or hazardous dust.
This appliance has been designed for use with the
brushes specified by the manufacturer. The fitting of
other brushes may affect its safety.
Batteries emit hydrogen gas. Explosion or fire can
result. Keep sparks and open flame away. Keep cov-
ers open when charging.
Flammable Materials Or Reactive Metals Can Cause
explosion or fire. Do Not Pick Up These Materials.
Hazardous Voltage. Shock can result. Disconnect
batteries before working on machine. Only qualified
personnel should work inside machine.
Machine can emit excessive noise. Consult with
your regulatory agency for exposure limits. Hearing
loss can result. Wear hearing protection.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
SABER/STRIDE II 28/34 98570 5/1/98
45”
69”
View: Side view of machine
MODEL:SABER/STRIDE II 28/34
Year of Construction: 1998
Nominal Power: 2.88 kW
Mass: 850kg
Rated Voltage: 36VDC
Rated Amperage: 80 amps
Cleaning Path: 28” (2 x 14”) S28, QQS28
34” (2 x 17”) S34, QQS34
34” (CYL) S34SP, QQS34SP
Drive Motor: .5 hp
Brush Motor: .75 hp
Brush Pressure: 0-200 lbs.
Brush Speed: 200 rpm
Solution Control: Gravity feed, fully variable with
automatic shut-off in neutral.
Solution Tank: 33 gal.
Recovery Tank: 33 gal.
Electrical System: 36 volt, 6 x 6 volt 250-350 A/H
Tires: 12” pneumatic
Dimensions: (LxWxH) 69” x 36” x 45”
Special NOTES:
The sound pressure level at the operator’s ear was measured
to be 74 dBA. This was a nearfield, broad-band measurement
taken in a typical industrial environment on a tile floor. This
appliance contains no possible source of impact noise. The
instaneous sound pressure level is below 63 Pa.
The weighted root mean square acceleration at the operator’s
arms was measured to be below 2.5 m/s. This was a tri-axial,
third-octive-band measurement made during normal operation
on a composite tile floor. The measurement and related calcu-
lations were made in accordance with ANSI S3.34-1986.

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OPERATION CONTROLS
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1. Squeegee /Vacuum Switches. Turns on and off the vacuum and squeegee system seperately if desired.
2. Brush Pressure Indicator/Switch.Sets brush pressure on floor with LED’s to show pressure level.
3. One Touch Switch.Activates scrubbing and vacuuming functions. Pressing once turns “ON”. Pressing twice turns“OFF” scrubbing
and vacuuming functions.
4. Key Switch. Turns ON and OFF the machine.
5. Emergency Stop Switch. Cuts off power to the machine.
6. Speed Control Lever. Controls the machines overall speed.
7. Direction Control Lever. Simply push the lever forward or pull the lever toward you to move the machine in the direction you choose.
8. Height Adjustment Handle.Adjusts the height of the handle and rear panel.
9. Solution Control Lever.Pulling lever up turns solution flow off to scrub deck. Pushing down increases solution flow to scrub deck.
10. Traction MotorCircuit Breaker. 25 Amp. Protects the traction drive electrical system.
11. Vac Motor Circuit Breaker.25 Amp. Protects vac motor from damage.
12. Brush Motor Circuit Breaker (Right brush). 30 Amp. Protects brush motor system.
13. Brush Motor Circuit Breaker (Left brush). 30 Amp. Protects brush motor system.
14. Actuator Motor Circuit Breaker. 3 Amp. Protects actuator lifting system.
15. Squeegee Lift Lever.Raises and lowers the squeegee.
16. Recovery Tank Full Indicator.
17. Recovery Tank Drain Hose.
18. Brush Circuit Breaker Indicator.
19. Solution Tank Drain Hose.
20. Hour Meter.Tracks operating hours and is helpful for scheduling service.
21. Battery Charge Level Indicator.Displays the existing power level of the battery.
VIEW: Rear view of machine
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MACHINE OPERATION
STARTING MACHINE
NOTE: Perform pre-run machine check before operating
machine.
FOR SAFETY: Before starting machine, make sure that
all safety devices are in place and operating properly.
1. Turn the key switch clockwise to the “ON”position.
Move the directional control lever in the desired
direction.
FILLING THE SABER/STRIDE II
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine;
stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off ma-
chine and remove key.
1. Set the parking brake, and turn “OFF” key switch.
2. Remove solution tank cover.
3. Fill the solution tank with clean water, leaving enough
room for the required amount of cleaning solution.
The solution tank capacity is 33 gallons (124.9 liters).
The water must not be hotter than 140°F (60°C)to
prevent damage to the tank.
4. Measure the chemical into the solution tank. Liquid
chemicals should be added to the solution tank after
filling with water. Dry chemicals should be thoroughly
mixed before being added into solution tank.
Commercially available, high alkaline floor cleaners
are suitable for use in the SABER/STRIDE II
solution system.
NOTE: Read the chemical manufactures recommended
proportion instructions.
5. Fill the solution 5” from the bottom of the fill inlet.
6. Replace solution tank cover.
Flammable materials can cause an explosion or fire.
Do not use flammable materials in the tanks
SCRUBBING WITH THE SABER/STRIDE II
Plan the scrubbing pattern in advance. The longest track is
around the perimeter of the area to be cleaned. For efficient
operation, the runs should be the longest possible without
turning, stopping, or raising and lowering scrub deck/
squeegee.
NOTE: In order to achieve the best possible results, the
area which is to be cleaned should be swept before scrub-
bing. Large debris, strings, wire must be removed to pre-
vent being caught in brushes or squeegee.
BEGIN SCRUBBING
1. Turn key switch to “ON” and release the brake.
2. Travel to the start of the scrub pattern. Press
the brush button number 1 on the console touch
pad to start the vacuum, brush motors, and lower
scrub deck and manually lower squeegee to the
floor.
3. Press the scrub pressure button to the desired
scrubbing pressure.
4. Finally adjust the solution flow using lever to the left
of the control panel.
STOP SCRUBBING
1. Raise the scrub head, again using button number
1. Allow directions lever to return to neutral
position after squeegee has passed beyond the
position where the scrub deck was raised.
Vacuum motor will cut off after an additional 14
second delay in order to clear the recovery system
of solution.
2. Turn the key switch "OFF” and set the parking
brake.
3. Pull back solution knob to full off position if
scrubbing operation is complete.
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MACHINE OPERATION
DOUBLE SCRUB
Floors which are heavily soiled or have thick accumulations
of floor finish may not clean sufficiently with one pass. In
these cases it will be necessary to double scrub.
To double scrub, begin scrubbing as usual, but after push-
ing number 1, press the squeegee button to turn off vac mo-
tor. Manually raise the squeegee. Make the first pass over
the surface being cleaned with the solution on, and brush-
es down and squeegee up. This allows the solution to stay
in contact with the soil while loosening the surface accumu-
lation with the brushes. Allow time for the first application
tostay incontact withfloor. Length oftime betweenthe first
and second pass depends on amount of accumulation and
the type of chemical being used. A second scrubbing with
the squeegee down and again the solution and brushes on
will further loosen soil. The additional application of solu-
tion will further assist the difficult cleaning job.
EMPTYING AND CLEANING TANKS
RECOVERY TANK
1. Park the SABER/STRIDE II next to a floor drain.
Drain hose is on left rear corner of machine.
2. Turn “OFF” the key switch and set the machine
parking brake.
3. Unhook the large drain hose from the retainer and
unscrew T-handle on plug enough to release the plug,
then lower hose in direction of the drain. Recovered
solution will come out with some force.
4. The recovery tank should then be flushed out with
clean water. Hinge solution tank open to access
recovery tank.
5. If machine is to be stored, leave solution tank hinged
open.
SOLUTION TANK
1. Drain solution tank by unhooking the small solution
drain hose from left rear of tank.
2. Loosen T-handle on plug enough to remove plug.
Allow tank to drain completely.
3. Flush tank of all chemical solution.
4. Run several gallons of clean water through system.
NOTE: Never allow solution to remain in tank. Damage to
tank, seals and valves could occur.

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MAINTENANCE
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SCRUB BRUSHES
NOTE: All original equipment brushes are equipped with
“Perform Alert©. This feature will tell the operator when it
is time to replace the scrub brushes. “Perform Alert©
brushes have bright yellow tufts located on these tufts
are pre-trimmed to indicate the length of a worn out
brush. When the tufts in the scrub brush wear to a length
equal to the yellow tufts, the scrub brushes should be re-
placed.
There are five different types of brushes available to cov-
er applications from cleaning heavily soiled floors to pol-
ishing. A pad driver is also available to take advantage
of the many cleaning pads on the market and further add
to the flexibility of the SABER/STRIDE II. Please refer to
thefollowingtoassistinselecting the proper brushorpad
for the work at hand.
UNCOATED FLOORS
Aggressive Grit is a nylon fiber impregnated with sili-
cone carbide grit. It grinds away stain, soil, and removes
surface material
Mild Grit is a less aggressive silicone carbide grit suit-
able for cleaning medium soil conditions. Advantages
are faster ground speed than nylon bristles on light solid
applications.
Nylon is a general purpose scrub brush with stiff bristles.
Polypropylene works well for maintaining concrete,
wood, and tile floors.
FINISHED FLOORS
Nylon Polish is the softest brush. It will gently clean fin-
ished tile or terrazzo floors without removing floor finish
or floor material. Used for washing highly polished or
burnished floors.
Nylon bristles are used in a variety of applications on
coated or uncoated surfaces.
White Pads (Polishing) are used for dry polishing to
achieve a high-gloss appearance, or surface washing on
highly polished or burnished floors
Red Pads (Buffing) are used for light-duty scrubbing.
Whenusedwithamilddetergenttheywillprovidesurface
cleaning without removing the finish.
Blue Pads (Scrubbing) are used for heavy-duty scrub-
bing, and light stripping. The blue pads remove less fin-
ish than brown stripping pads, yet will remove black
marks, stains, and dirt.
Brown Pads (Stripping) are used for easy and complete
removal of old floor waxes/finishes. They will quickly re-
move ground in dirt, black heel marks, and spills When
used with the proper stripper, this pad leaves the floor
clean and ready for finishing.
The scrub brushes should be checked before each days
work for wire, string, wear, or damage. The scrub brush-
es should be replaced if brush bristles are missing or if
yellow Perform Alert©indicate minimum brush length.
NOTE: For uniform scrubbing, scrub brushes must be re-
placed as a set.
REPLACING OR INSTALLING SCRUB BRUSHES
1. With the scrub deck up, turn “OFF” the machine
and set the parking brake.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine;
Stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off
machine and remove key.
2. Locate release lever on top of brush or pad driver.
Rotate release lever counter-clockwise and the
brush/pad driver will release and drop down.
3. To reinstall, center the brush driver under the brush
drive hub. Raise until it contacts brush driver
assembly. Turn clockwise until release lever plate
locks into position.
NOTE: Check that release plate is completely closed
and pad / brush is securely attached. Damage to driver
or brush could occur.
4. Repeat the procedure for the opposite side of the
machine.

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MAINTENANCE
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SCRUB DECK SKIRT AND SQUEEGEE
The skirts and squeegee should be inspected for wear
and damage. The skirt is self adjusting. Replace skirt
when they become cracked, worn, torn or brittle.
SQUEEGEE BLADES
NOTE: See page 15 of this guide for a complete table on
squeegee options.
The front squeegee blade allows solution to pass through
channels in the blade into the squeegee tool while main-
taining vacuum to provide lift. The front blade has four
wear surfaces and can be rotated for extended life.
There are three different notch patterns and three differ-
ent colors of squeegees for varying floor conditions. The
red squeegee is used for normal, smooth surfaces. The
blue squeegee is used for tiled surfaces. The green
squeegee is used for rough surfaces. The linatex squee-
gees are used for industrial settings. The front blade
should not require regular replacement under normal
use.
The rear blade wipes the floor to a near dry condition. It
is important the rear blade be in good condition to prop-
erly do its job. The rear squeegee blades come in an as-
sembly with three different options. Each squeegee
blade assembly has four wear surfaces for extended ser-
vice.
Check both the front and rear squeegee blades for dam-
age,wear,andadjustmenteachdayinthepre-runcheck.
Changethefrontbladeifitistornorhasanunevenedge.
Change the rear blade if it is less than 1/2 the original
thickness.
TO REPLACE OR ROTATE REAR SQUEEGEE
BLADES
1. With the squeegee in the up position, turn the key
switch “OFF”.
2. Remove the squeegee from the machine. Unlatch
and remove blade retainer strap and remove
squeegee blade assembly.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing machine;
Stop on level surface, set parking brake, turn off
machine and remove key.
3. Rotate the squeegee to new edge position or
replace as required. Each blade has four new edge
positions.
SQUEEGEE SIDE VIEW OF BLADES
CORRECT
NOT ENOUGH
TOO MUCH
SQUEEGEE DEFLECTION
SQUEEGEE SIDE VIEW OF BLADES
CORRECT
NOT ENOUGH
TOO MUCH
SQUEEGEE DEFLECTION
SQUEEGEE SIDE VIEW OF BLADES
CORRECT
NOT ENOUGH
TOO MUCH
SQUEEGEE DEFLECTION