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S17/L17 Rotary
L17 Cylindrical
S20/L20 Rotary
Operator's Manual
Manuel d'utilisation
Libro de Instrucciones
U.S. Patent No. 6,105,192; No. 6,557,207; No. 6,760,947 and other Patents Pending
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This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read this
book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your Clarke
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EN Table of Contents Operator Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................................ 3 Machine Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 4 Machine Specifications .................................................................................................................................... 5 Proce
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EN OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING AVERTISSEMENT ADVERTENCIA DANGER: Failure to read and observe all DANGER statements could result in severe bodily injury or death. Read and observe all DANGER statements found in the Operator's Manual and on the machine. WARNING: Failure to read and observe all WARNING statements could result in injury to you or to other personnel; property damage could occur as well. Read and observe all WARNING statements found in the Operator's Manual and on the machi
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EN WARNING: Maintenance and repairs performed by unauthorized personnel could result in damage or injury. Maintenance and repairs must be performed by authorized personnel only. WARNING: Any alterations or modifications to this machine could result in damage to the machine or injury to the operator or other bystanders. Alterations or modifications not authorized by the manufacturer voids any and all warranties and liabilities. WARNING: Electrical components to this machine can "short-out" if e
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EN Model FOCUS S17 Rotary FOCUS L17 Rotary Machine Power Supply 24 Volt D.C., (2) 12V 130AH Wet 24 Volt D.C., (2) 12V 130AH Wet or (2) 12V 100AH Gel Deep Cycle Batteries or (2) 12V 100AH Gel Deep Cycle Batteries Pad or Brush 3-Lug Driver Style 3-Lug Driver Style Traverse Brush Assist 1/3 HP (0.25 kW) Traverse Forward Speed Not Applicable Variable to 200 ft./min (61 m/min) Traverse Reverse Speed Not Applicable Variable to 140 ft./min. (43 m/m
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EN Machine Specifications (S20 Rotary and L20 Rotary) Model FOCUS S20 Rotary FOCUS L20 Rotary Machine Power Supply 24 Volt D.C., (2) 12V 130AH Wet 24 Volt D.C., (2) 12V 130AH Wet or (2) 12V 100AH Gel Deep Cycle Batteries or (2) 12V 100AH Gel Deep Cycle Batteries Pad or Brush 3-Lug Driver Style 3-Lug Driver Style Traverse Brush Assist 1/3 HP (0.25 kW) Traverse Forward Speed Not Applicable Variable to 200 ft./min (61 m/min) Traverse Reverse Sp
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EN Procedures For Transporting How to Put the Machine Into a Van or Truck WARNING: This machine is heavy. Get assistance before attempting to transport or move it. Use two able persons to move the machine on a ramp or incline. Always move slowly. Do not turn the machine on a ramp. Do not stop and leave the machine on a ramp or incline. The loading ramp must be a minimum of 32" wide. Figure #1 WARNING: Machines can topple over if guided over the edges of stairs or loading docks and cause in
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EN Procedures For Transporting (cont.) 11. Fasten the machine to the vehicle. Clarke recommends a strap over the top of the machine and a strap to keep the machine from rolling forward or backwards. If this is not done, there is a possibility of the machine toppling over. Three tie down points are provided on the steel frame of the machine, for securing machine (see figure 2a). How to Remove the Machine From a Van or Truck 1. Make sure there are no obstructions in the area. 2. Make sure the
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EN SYMBOLS USED ON FOCUS S17/S20 & L17/L20 + Warning Solution Control - Power Brush Up/Down Traverse Speed Control ("L Class" only) Vacuum/Squeegee Control Battery Meter AC Power Indicator ® Clarke Operator's Manual -FOCUS S17/L17 and S20/L20 Page -9-
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EN Machine Control Panel Electrical Power Indicator (See Figure 3, Item "A") Reverse Switch (See Figure 3, Item "H") A yellow light will be illuminated when the charger is On Traverse "L" Models Only - The reverse switch, plugged into an AC electrical outlet. The electrical cord when used in conjunction with one of the forward/reverse must be unplugged and stowed before operating the switches, causes the machine to reverse directions. The machine. reverse speed is 70% of the forward speed. K
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EN Machine Control Panel Circuit Breakers (Figure 3, Items "L", "M", "N", "O", "P" & "Q" The circuit breaker reset buttons are located on the lower control handle. The breakers are located as follows: Item "L" - Control Circuits (5 amps) Item "M" - Control Module and Head Actuator (5 amps) Item "N" - Vacuum Motor (25 amps) Item "O" - Rotary Brush Motor (40 amps) or Cylindrical Brush Motor (25 amps) Item "P" - Cylindrical Brush Motor (25 amps) Item "Q" - Traverse Motor (25 amps) (L17/L20 Only
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EN How To Prepare the Machine For Operation The FOCUS 17/20 machines use two 12-volt batteries. The batteries are located in the battery compartment under the recovery tank. It is recommended to remove the recovery tank when installing the batteries. How To Install The Batteries To install the batteries, follow this procedure: 1. Turn the machine off. Set brake (if equipped). Figure 7 2. Make sure the recovery tank is empty. NOTE: The recovery tank on the FOCUS 17/20 is designed for easy remo
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EN How To Prepare the Machine For Operation 9. Place the batteries in the compartment shown in + - Figure 11. WARNING: The batteries are heavy. Lifting batteries without help could result in an injury. Get help to lift the batter- ies. + - WARNING: Working with batteries can be dangerous. Always wear eye protection and protective Figure 11 clothing when working near batteries. NO SMOKING! 10. Connect the cable between the batteries and install the long machine cables as indicated (See Figure
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EN How To Prepare the Machine For Operation Battery Maintenance The electrical power to operate the machine comes from the storage batteries. Storage batteries need preventa- tive maintenance. Correct Level To maintain the batteries in good condition, follow these instructions. 1. Keep the electrolyte at the correct level. The correct level is between 1/4" (1/2 cm) below the bottom of the tube in each cell and above the tops of the plates. Check the level of the electrolyte each time you char
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EN How To Prepare the Machine For Operation How To Charge The Batteries WARNING: Charging the batteries in an area without adequate ventilation could result in an explosion. To prevent an explosion, charge the batteries only in an area with good ventilation. WARNING: Lead acid batteries generate gases which could explode. Keep sparks and flames away from batteries. NO SMOKING! To charge the batteries, follow this procedure: Figure 16 1. Place the machine on a flat-level surface with adequate
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EN How To Prepare the Machine For Operation • Absorption Stage - In the absorption stage the red and green light will be illuminated on the charger (See Figure 17). During this stage the charger maintains constant voltage and lets the batteries absorb the charge at their own rate. • Float and Maintenance Stage - In the mainte- nance stage the red light turns off and only the green light will be illuminated on the charger (See Figure 17. During this stage the charger applies a lower, closely re
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EN How To Prepare the Machine For Operation How To Remove Rotary Brush or Pad Driver (if equipped) To remove the brush or pad driver from the machine, follow this procedure: 1. Turn the key switch clockwise ("L" models only). Press the green "ON" button. 2. Raise the brush head by pressing and holding the brush up switch until brush head is in it's full up and rotated position. 3. Press the red "OFF" button or turn the key switch counterclockwise on machines equipped with key. 4 To remove brus
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EN How To Operate The Machine 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
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EN How To Operate The Machine 5. When either the left or right forward/reverse switches B (figure 28, item A) are pushed in, the machine will go forward ("L" models only). C A A 6. Control the speed of traverse by using the traverse speed control knob ("L" models only) (figure 28, Item C). 7. To stop, release the forward/reverse switch. 8. To reverse the machine, push in the white reverse switch (figure 28 item B) and either the right or left forward/reverse switch (figure 28 item A) at the same
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EN How To Operate The Machine To pre-wet brushes you should first turn the speed knob to the lowest traverse setting on the "L" model. Then on both the "S" and "L" models, lower brushes until brushes are just touching the floor and the yellow light on the control panel in illuminated. Activate the forward/reverse switch to start motor and solution flow. NOTE: On the "L" model, the machine will not move when the traverse speed knob is rotated fully counterclockwise. 7. Adjust the flow of clea
