Clarke
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Operator's Manual - Encore S28XP/S33XP/S38XP
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These Maintenance Procedures Must Be Done Every
Week:
WARNING: Maintenance and repairs must be
done by authorized personnel only.
Always empty the solution tank and
the recovery tank before doing any
maintenance. Keep all fasteners
tight.
WARNING: Always wear eye protection and pro-
tective clothing when working near
batteries. Do not put tools or other
metal objects across the battery ter-
minals or the tops of the batteries.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the machine,
and discharge across the tops of the
batteries, do not fill the batteries
above the bottom of the tube in each
cell. Wipe any acid from the machine
or the tops of the batteries. Do not
add acid to battery after installation.
NOTE: Always turn off key switch before servicing the
machine.
WARNING: Always wear eye protection and
protective clothing when working
near batteries. NO SMOKING!
1. To inspect batteries, tip up recovery tank until it locks
in up position. See Figure #28.
2. Disconnect the batteries. Use a cloth and a solution
of ammonia or bicarbonate of soda to wipe the top of
the batteries. Clean the battery terminals. Recon-
nect the batteries.
3. Check the hoses for leaks, obstructions and other
damages.
4. Check and clean the filter screen in the solution hose.
To clean the screen, follow this procedure:
a. Turn the connector to the left.
b. Remove and clean the filter screen.
c. Install the filter screen in the hose. Turn the
connector to the right to connect the hose.
5. Use a grease gun to lubricate the drive wheel and the
casters. See figure #29.
6. Check tire pressure. Tire pressure should be about 50
psi.
MAINTENANCE
Figure #28
Figure #29
