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TROUBLESHOOTING

This chapter lists the most common problems linked with the use of the machine. If you are unable to resolve the problems with the information given here, please contact your nearest assistance centre.

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

THE MACHINE DOES NOT 

START

The main switch is set to “0”.

Make sure the main switch is on “I”. If it isn't, turn the key clockwise.

Check that, when switched on, there are no alarm 

messages on the control display.

Stop the machine immediately and contact the technician of the specialised service centre, or press the SOS 

button if the HFM kit is installed.

Make sure the batteries are correctly connected to 

each other and that the battery connector is connected 

to the electrical system connector.

Connect the batteries correctly inside the machine (see 

INSERTING THE BATTERIES IN THE MACHINE

”).

Check the charge level of the batteries.

If the battery charge level is critical, perform a complete recharge cycle (see paragraph 

CHARGING THE 

BATTERIES

”).

THE BATTERIES ARE NOT 

CHARGED CORRECTLY 

(VERSIONS WITH BUILT-IN 

BATTERY CHARGER)

The plug on the battery charger cable is not correctly 

inserted in the socket on the battery charger itself.

Reconnect the battery charger power cable.

The plug on the battery charger power cable is not 

correctly inserted in the electrical outlet.

Check that the battery charger power supply cable plug is connected to the mains socket.

The characteristics of the mains power supply do not 

correspond to those required by the battery charger.

Check that the characteristics in the battery charger plate are the same as those of the mains supply.

The LEDs of the battery charger blink repeatedly.

Referring to the battery charger use and maintenance manual, check the meaning of the flashing signals that the 

battery charger emits dung the battery recharge stage.

THE MACHINE HAS A VERY 

LOW WORKING AUTONOMY

Check the battery charge level (check the symbol on 

the control display). 

If the battery charge level is critical, perform a complete recharge cycle (see "

RECHARGING THE BATTERIES

”).

THE MACHINE DOES NOT 

MOVE

The machine does not start.

Read the section “

THE MACHINE DOES NOT START

”.

There is a drive pedal fault.

Contact your nearest service centre.

NOT ENOUGH DETERGENT 

SOLUTION ON THE BRUSH

The quantity of detergent solution in the water system 

is not sufficient for the work to be carried out.

Check that the amount of detergent solution present in the machine water system is sufficient for the work to be 

carried out.

Detergent solution filter obstructed.

Check the detergent solution filter isn't obstructed. If it is, clean it (see “

OCLEANING THE WATER SYSTEM 

FILTER

”).

THE MACHINE DOES NOT 

CLEAN CORRECTLY

The machine does not start.

Read the section “

THE MACHINE DOES NOT START

”.

Not enough detergent solution comes out.

Read the section “

NOT ENOUGH DETERGENT SOLUTION ON THE BRUSH

”.

The brushes have not been inserted correctly in the 

machine.

Check that the disc brushes have been correctly inserted in the machine (see “

ASSEMBLING THE BRUSH

”).

The type of brush used is not suitable for the dirt to 

be removed.

Make sure the brushes fitted on the machine are suitable for the work to be carried out (see “

CHOOSING AND 

USING THE BRUSHES

”.

The brush bristles are excessively worn.

Check the condition of the brush, and replace it if necessary (see “

REPLACING THE BRUSH HEAD BRUSH

”).

THE SQUEEGEE DOES NOT 

DRY PERFECTLY

The vacuum unit is obstructed.

Make sure the squeegee is free of obstructions (see “

CLEANING THE SQUEEGEE BODY

”).

Make sure the vacuum tube is free of obstructions (see “

CLEANING THE VACUUM TUBE

”).

Make sure the vacuum cap filter is free of obstructions (see “

CLEANING THE RECOVERY TANK

”).

Make sure the vacuum motor filter is free of obstructions (see “

CLEANING THE RECOVERY TANK

”).

The cap on the recovery tank drainage tube is not 

properly positioned.

Check that the cap on the recovery tank drainage tube is positioned properly.

The recovery tank lid is not positioned correctly.

Check that the recovery tank lid is properly positioned on the machine.

EXCESSIVE FOAM 

PRODUCTION

The detergent being used is not suitable.

Check that a low foam detergent has been used. If necessary, add a small quantity of anti foam liquid to the 

recovery tank.

The floor is not very dirty.

Dilute the detergent more.

THE MACHINE DOES NOT 

VACUUM CORRECTLY

The recovery tank is full.

Empty the recovery tank (see “

EMPTYING THE RECOVERY TANK

”).

The vacuum device is obstructed

Read the section "

THE SQUEEGEE DOES NOT DRY PERFECTLY

".

Summary of Contents for Maxima Base E

Page 1: ...ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS DOC 10077476 Ver AA 01 2018 PROFESSIONAL SCRUBBING MACHINES USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL MAXIMA 2017 BASE E...

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Page 3: ...r 13 Solution tank drainage cap 14 Squeegee body 15 Squeegee body support 16 Vacuum tube 17 Water flow adjustment tap 18 Brush support 19 Brush head body 20 Solution tank 21 Solution tank filler cap m...

Page 4: ...RECOVERY TANK 18 EMPTYING THE SOLUTION TANK 18 CLEANING THE WATER SYSTEM FILTER 18 CLEANING THE VACUUM TUBE 18 EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE WORK 18 REPLACING THE BRUSH HEAD BRUSH 50BT VERSIONS 18 REPLAC...

Page 5: ...ately contact a technician for restoring normal functioning Connect the machine only to an electrical connection installed by an electrical installer in conformity with IEC 60364 1 Never touch the pow...

Page 6: ...physical sensorial or mental impairments and by persons with little experience and or little knowledge of the machine itself The machine must only be used by authorised trained personnel Do not use th...

Page 7: ...ing from heights Do not place any liquid containers on the machine The machine must only be used under temperature conditions ranging from 0 C to 40 C When using detergents to clean the flooring alway...

Page 8: ...onents remove rings watches and or clothing with metallic parts that might come into contact with the electrically powered components Do not work underneath the raised machine without adequate fixed s...

Page 9: ...d regulations in force Once the machine has reached the end of its service life the materials contained within it must be disposed of in an appropriate manner keeping in mind that the machine itself h...

Page 10: ...oned behind the squeegee body lifting chain STORING THE USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL The Use and Maintenance Manual must be stored in its special pouch close to the machine protected from liquids and an...

Page 11: ...sh rotations rpm 140 Brush head motor voltage nominal power V W 230 375 230 375 110 375 110 375 Maximum weight exerted on the brush head kg 21 27 21 27 Maximum possible gradient 2 Maximum ambient temp...

Page 12: ...the rear part of the machine to indicate the squeegee control lever rotation direction for bringing the squeegee to its idle position Battery connection symbol Located on the front of the solution ta...

Page 13: ...ry press the button 2 Fig 2 NB if the LED in the button switch 2 is on it means that the switch is set to I Fig 2 if the LED in the button switch 2 is off it means that the switch is set to 0 4 Raise...

Page 14: ...ng 5 adheres to the walls of the slit 5 Repeat the same operation for the right hand pin 2 3 1 1 2 4 3 5 6 Insert the vacuum tube 6 in the sleeve 7 in the squeegee body Fig 4 NB the tube must be posit...

Page 15: ...he main key switch to I turn the key 5 by a quarter turn to the left Fig 3 2 4 3 1 5 2 3 1 NB the steps for a complete scrubbing and drying cycle are explained below 6 Lower the brush head body and de...

Page 16: ...er 7 is pressed the machine will begin to move The lever is located underneath the control handlebars Fig 5 NB the vacuum motor will only begin to work when the squeegee body is in contact with the fl...

Page 17: ...o always wear protective gloves to avoid the risk of serious injury to hands 3 Release the recovery tank drainage tube on the back of the machine from the retainers Fig 1 4 Bend the end of the drainag...

Page 18: ...filter proceed as follows 1 Take the machine to the maintenance area 2 Make sure the machine has been secured see the section titled SECURING THE MACHINE CAUTION users are advised to always wear prot...

Page 19: ...ueegee body see ADJUSTING THE SQUEEGEE BODY RUBBER BLADES NB you are advised to replace both squeegee body blades in order to ensure good results when drying the floor 7 6 ADJUSTMENT INTERVENTIONS ADJ...

Page 20: ...re therefore used on smooth floors or floors with small joints On uneven floors or those with deep joints it is advisable to use softer bristles which can enter the gaps more easily Remember that when...

Page 21: ...ACHINE DOES NOT START There is a drive pedal fault Contact your nearest service centre NOT ENOUGH DETERGENT SOLUTION ON THE BRUSH The quantity of detergent solution in the water system is not sufficie...

Page 22: ...22 NOTE...

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