CLARKE TECHNOLOGY Operator's Manual - Encore S2426/L2426
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Machine Controls and Features
Squeegee Lift Handle, See Figures 4 and 5
The squeegee lift handle is located below the control
handles in the center. It is used to raise or lower the
squeegee. The vac motor is turned on when the
handle is lowered to either the first or last position.
Float Shut Off, See Figure 6
The shut-off switch for the vac motor is located in the
recovery tank. It automatically turns off the vac motor
when the recovery tank is full.
NOTE: If excessive
foaming occurs in recovery tank, defoamer must
be added. Damage to vacuum motor could result
from foam.
Parking Brake (Optional), See Figure 7
NOTE: Parking Brake must be used if operating
machine on greater than 2% gradient.
The parking brake prevents movement of the machine.
CAUTION: Do not activate the parking brake
while the machine is moving.
"L" Model -
The brake is located on the right hand
side of the machine on the transaxle motor. Turn
the key switch off or disconnect the power to the
battery to apply the brake.
There is a mechanical lever located on the brake.
This lever is an override. To manually release the
brake, rotate the lever clockwise. To return the
brake to normal or to apply the brake, rotate the
lever up counter clockwise.
NOTE: If the lever is left in the override
position, the brake will not function with the
key switch, and the machine will not operate.
"S" Model
- The brake is located to the left hand
rear of the machine. Press pedal to activate brake
and release pedal to disengage brake.
Figure 6
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 7
