Clarke FOCUS S17 - Manual (Page 18)

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How To Operate The Machine
Figure 25
Figure 26
Figure 27
How To Operate The Squeegee
The squeegee wipes the floor while the vacuum motor
removes the dirty solution from the floor. Use your hand
to lower or raise the squeegee handle. To operate the
squeegee, follow this procedure:
1. To lower the squeegee and start the vacuum motor,
move the squeegee lever to the right and down (See
figure 25).
2. To raise the squeegee, lift the squeegee lever up
(See figure 26.)
NOTE: The center position lets the vacuum motor
continue to run with the squeegee off the floor to avoid
drips and also allows you to back up the machine.
How To Fill The Solution Tank
The solution tank is filled at the rear of the machine (See
figure 27). To fill the solution tank follow this procedure:
1. Add a cleaning chemical to the solution tank. For
the correct amount of chemical, follow the direc-
tions shown on the container.
2. Remove the solution lid and fill the solution tank
with water.
WARNING: Water solutions or cleaning materi-
als used with this type of machine
can leave wet areas on the floor
surface. These areas can cause a
dangerous condition for the operator
or other persons. Always put
CAUTION signs near the area you
are cleaning.
WARNING: Machines can ignite flammable
materials and vapors. Do not use
with or near flammables such as
gasoline, grain dust, solvents and
thinners. Use only a commercially
available cleaners and
concentrations intended for floor
scrubbing applications.
WARNING: Clarke recommends a maximum
water temperature of 120 o F (49 o C).
Operating The Machine
NOTE: Put the machine in the lowest traverse speed
setting. Use the machine in an area that has no furniture
or objects until you can do the following:
1. Move the machine in a straight direction, forward and
backward.
2. Stop the machine safely.
3. Turn the machine both left and right and return to a
straight direction.
To move the machine, follow this procedure:
1. Release the parking brake (if equipped with
machine).
2. Turn the key switch clockwise to the "ON" position (on
"L" models only). Press the green "ON" button.
3. Raise the brush to the highest setting.
4. Raise the squeegee.