Minuteman X Ride 28, User Manual

Page 1: ...User Manual X Ride 28 Riding Extractor ...

Page 2: ...flict with the provisions of this instruction manual such governmental regulations would govern Your authorized Minuteman dealer would be happy to answer any ques tions you may have concerning the op eration or maintenance of the X Ride 28 or information contained in this manual If repair or maintenance work is per formed on the X Ride 28 Minuteman recommends that only genuine replace ment parts b...

Page 3: ...man believes that the informa tion in this manual is accurate in the event that technical or typographical er rors exist in this manual Minuteman re serves the right to make changes to subsequent editions of this manual without prior notice to the recipients of this edition The reader should notify Minuteman if any errors in this manual are suspected Minuteman does not un dertake to guarantee the ...

Page 4: ...document By way of example the following items are excluded from the X Ride 28 warranty fuses normal wear and tear improper machine han dling damages caused by overloads unauthorized machine modifications non compliance with maintenance in structions or specifications or improp erly fitting parts or accessories Acceptance of the machine Upon arrival check machine for possi ble damages in transit F...

Page 5: ... 28 5 1 Method of Operation 28 5 1 1 Brush Deck 28 5 1 2 Solution Tank 28 5 1 3 Recovery Tank 29 5 1 4 Batteries 29 5 1 5 Drive motor 29 6 Technical Data 30 7 Maintenance and Care 32 7 1 Minuteman System Maintenance 32 7 2 Maintenance Document 33 7 3 Maintenance Schedule 35 7 4 Battery Systems 38 7 4 1 Charge Batteries 39 7 4 2 Charger Specifications 39 7 4 3 Maintenance Batteries 39 7 4 4 Remove ...

Page 6: ... ing warning symbols Safety Symbols Description WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury NOTICE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which may result in equipment or property damage Additional Symbols Description Ecological hazard Indicates the use of substances representing an inherent danger to the health of the environment Note Indicates impor...

Page 7: ...emselves with applicable govern ment regulations that may impact use and operation of the X Ride 28 including but not limited to regula tions promulgated pursuant to the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act The precautions and important safe ty information contained in this user manual must be made available cur rent users and downstream users of the machine When re selling or renting out X ...

Page 8: ... potential problems must be remedied before actual operation commences The electrical system in the machine is not designed to suppress sparks Accordingly use of the X Ride 28 where fire or explosion hazards may exist due to flammable gases or va pors flammable liquids com bustible dust or ignitable fibers or flyings must be avoided The machine can cause an ex plosion when operated near such areas...

Page 9: ...k Failure to do so may result in accidental machine activation and personal injury When performing maintenance or repair work on the ma chine s electrical system be sure to disconnect the ma chine s battery plug first Fail ure to do so could result in ac cidental machine activation and personal injury Before commencing operation of the machine check for obvious signs of loose parts potential condi...

Page 10: ...r vals Any obvious defects such as loose connections damaged or frayed electrical cables corrosion should be repaired before the ma chine is put back into use Failure to do so could cause machine malfunc tions or electrical hazards In case of a malfunction of the ma chine s electrical system including but not limited to unexpected loss of power or individual system shut downs the machine should be...

Page 11: ... be followed These safety precautions can typi cally be found on the cleaning agent detergent s product labels accom panying collateral materials and re lated Material Safety Data Sheets Used or spent mixtures of water and cleaning agents detergents collect ed in the machine s recovery tank must be disposed of in accordance with applicable government regula tions and or local permits obtained by t...

Page 12: ... la bels are legibly attached to the ma chine Replace missing or illegible labels immediately Minuteman nameplate Fig 1 1 Machine identification number Fig 1 2 Recovery tank drain hose Fig 2 1 Battery cable routing Fig 1 3 Water temp warning Fig 1 5 122oF Battery caution Fig 1 6 ...

Page 13: ...y Information General information Fig 1 4 A Read and observe the instruction manual B Maximum incline is 2 C Do not clean the machine by means of high pressure cleaning equipment Fig 1 Fig 2 A B C 1 4 2 5 6 3 1 ...

Page 14: ...ont 1 Recovery tank lid 2 Steering wheel 3 Drive wheel 4 Roller bumper 5 Foot step 6 Cylindrical deck 7 Solution level sight gauge 8 Seat adjustment lever 9 Solution tank 10 Solution tank fill port 11 Hourmeter 12 Circuit breakers Fig 3 2 1 10 7 9 6 4 11 12 5 8 3 ...

Page 15: ...e Overview 2 2 Machine Overview Rear 13 Recovery tank dump hose 14 Off Aisle Wand 15 Recovery tank 16 Safety latch 17 Accelerator pedal 18 Control panel 19 Rear Wheel 20 Vacuum Shoe Fig 4 17 20 13 15 16 19 18 14 ...

Page 16: ...ng Panel 1 Direction selector 2 LED indicator Forward 3 Battery Fault gauge 4 Horn push button 5 Key switch 6 LED indicator Reverse 7 Interim Clean mode 8 Restorative Cleanmode 9 Off Aisle Wand mode 10 Mode selector 11 Vacuum only mode 12 Transport mode Fig 5 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 10 11 12 ...

Page 17: ... LED Fig 5 6 indicates the ma chine is in reverse mode Battery Fault gauge Fig 5 3 This gauge displays the remaining bat tery charge This gauge also displays any fault codes that might occur with the machine controller see Trouble shooting for fault codes Horn Fig 5 4 Activates the electric horn Key Switch Fig 5 5 The key switch turns the electrical sys tem on and off Remove the key to avoid unau ...

Page 18: ...erator the scrub deck will auto matically come down the brush motors will turn on the vacuum motors will turn on the solution pump and interim sole noid will turn on If the operator selects reverse the scrub deck will raise the brush motor solution pump and interim solenoid will turn off The vacuum mo tors will continue to run for 20 seconds to clear the vacuum hoses Vacuum only mode Fig 5 11 This...

Page 19: ... Elements 3 2 At the Machine 1 Seat adjustment lever 2 Solution tank fill port 3 Solution Filter 4 Solution drain hose 5 Solution level sight gauge 6 Recovery drain hose 7 Recovery tank lid 8 Float Shut off Fig 6 1 2 4 5 8 3 7 6 ...

Page 20: ...6 6 This hose allows draining of the collect ed soiled water from the tank Recovery tank lid Fig 6 7 Removing this lid allows access to the recovery tank and suction filter Suction filter Fig 6 8 This filter protects the vacuum motor from water and debris Hourmeter Fig 3 11 The hourmeter displays the current op erating hour level Main Fuse Fig 3 12 The main fuse interrupts the entire pow er supply...

Page 21: ...1 Operating and Indicating Elements Cylindrical brush hub Fig 7 1 This hub both sides can be removed to access the cylindrical brushes The cylindrical brushes may be easily re moved without tools Fig 7 1 ...

Page 22: ...the off aisle wand mode Fig 5 9 then connect the wand as shown and it is ready to use Solution trigger Fig 8 1 The trigger controls the solution flow to the spray jet Squeezing the trigger opens an internal valve to dispense cleaning solution Vacuum Hose Fig 8 2 Vacuum hose must be connected to re covery tank to pull solution into the wand Fig 8 1 Solution trigger 2 Wand 1 2 ...

Page 23: ...23 Operating and Indicating Elements ...

Page 24: ...machine for signs of leakage Hoses lines and tanks must be free from any leakage or damage 2 Install brushes see maintenance chapter 3 Check battery charge and recharge if required An initial charge is re quired before first operation of the machine see Maintenance section 4 Empty recovery tank and clean it if required see maintenance chapter 5 Refill solution tank and add cleaning agent according...

Page 25: ...ine forward in a straight line over lapping each path by 2 to 3 inches Start moving machine immedi ately after switching on the brush deck otherwise the brushes leave traces on the floor Lift brush deck before passing over steps and other obstacles 6 When scrubbing check behind the machine occasionally to see that all of the dirty water is being picked up If streaking occurs the recov ery tank may...

Page 26: ...se the scrub deck and turn off the vacuum motor 20 second delay 4 7 After Work Refer to the Maintenance section for specific maintenance instructions de scribed below 1 When finished cleaning select the transport mode Fig 5 12 all clean ing functions will shut off Move the machine to a suitable site for mainte nance 2 Empty and clean the solution tank 3 Empty and clean the recovery tank Observe th...

Page 27: ...transport mode select forward or reverse activate the accelerator pedal to start movement 4 9 Tie down points When transporting on a vehicle or trail er the machine has to be secured Tie the machine down firmly by using the front foot steps Fig 9 1 and the rear tie hooks Fig 9 2 as tie down points Fig 9 1 2 ...

Page 28: ...y switches on automati cally When the machine stops brushes and solution supply switch off automati cally 5 1 2 Solution Tank Fill the solution tank Fig 10 2 through solution fill port Fig 10 4 The solution tank holds 27 gallons and the filling lev el can be checked visually through the solution level sight gauge Fig 10 5 The solution temperature is not to exceed 122oF 50oC Fig 10 5 7 2 6 4 1 3 8 ...

Page 29: ...nded bat tery is AGM 234 Ah Minuteman P N 956748 5 1 5 Drive motor The drive motor Fig 10 7 features dy namic braking as well as an electro magnetic parking brake When the machines power is turned off the e mag brake is activated and the traction motor is prevented from moving Accessories such as brushes and rollers are available Con tact your Minuteman Dealer for more information To manually dise...

Page 30: ...ce voltage 36 V 36 V Nominal power drive motor 600 W 600 W Nominal power vacuum motor 650x2 W 650x2 W Nominal power brush motor 2x600 W 2x600 W Number of brushes 2 Qty 2 Qty Diameter of brushes 5 9 in 15 cm Working speed 65 fpm 19 8 m min Solution tank 27 gal 122 L Recovery tank 25 gal 113 L Weight without batteries and solution 475 lb 215 kg Weight with solution and batteries 1315 lb 596 5 kg ...

Page 31: ...essure level measured at the ear of the driver under normal condi tions of use LpA according to DIN EN 60335 2 72 amounts to 72dB A 72dB Measurement inaccuracy KpA 2dB A 2dB Vibration The frequency weighted acceleration measured according to DIN EN ISO 5349 which have an effect upon the upper limbs hand arm system amounts under normal working conditions 0 8 m s 0 8 m s ...

Page 32: ...ng service life and opera bility of the machine The Minuteman System Maintenance is structured in separate modules and determines specific technical works to be executed as well as the intervals for such maintenance works For any specific maintenance type the replacement parts are determined and listed in spare part kits System Maintenance K To be performed by the customer in accordance to the mai...

Page 33: ..._______ operating hours System Maintenance I 625 operating hours Workshop stamp carried out on at _________________ operating hours System Maintenance II 750 operating hours Workshop stamp carried out on at _________________ operating hours System Maintenance I 875 operating hours Workshop stamp carried out on at _________________ operating hours System Maintenance S 1000 operating hours Workshop ...

Page 34: ... Check brush deck and clean if required o Check vacuum shoe and clean if required o Clean tank lid seal of the recovery tank o Empty recovery tank Clean recovery tank and suction filter o Check brushes and replace if required o Clean suction hose of recovery tank o Clean drain hose of solution tank o Check solution supply to brushes and clean if required o Check solution filter and clean if requir...

Page 35: ...Interval every 125 hours of operation Check battery charger o Check tank lid seal of the recovery tank and replace if required o Check drain hose of the recovery tank and replace if required o Grease joints at the brush lift mechanism o Check wheel fixing screws and tighten 24 lb ft if required o Check condition of tires o Test drive and function test o ...

Page 36: ...rs of operation Perform maintenance works according to System Maintenance I o Inspect steering damages and bearing slackness and replace if required o Check drain hose of the recovery tank and replace if required o Check roller bumperof the brush deck and replace if required o Check suction hose for tight fit and damages and replace if required o Test drive and function test o ...

Page 37: ...every 500 hours of operation Perform maintenance works according to System Maintenance II o Clean traction drive motor from carbon dust and check carbon brushes for smooth operation and wear and replace carbon brushes if required o Clean brush motors from carbon dust and check carbon brushes for smooth opera tion and wearing and replace carbon brushes if required o Test drive and function test o ...

Page 38: ...ery Systems 1 Battery gauge 2 Recovery tank 3 Battery connector 4 Batteries 5 Safety latch 6 Support strap 7 Battery layout connection Handling and changing the batteries may be performed only by maintenance staff Fig 11 4 3 6 7 2 5 1 ...

Page 39: ... to battery manufacturers instructions for information on care of batteries 7 4 4 Remove Batteries 1 Park machine on level ground 2 Switch off machine by key switch 3 Open empty recovery tank Fig 11 2 and secure by strap Fig 11 6 4 Disconnect battery connector Fig 11 3 5 Disconnect battery connection cables 6 Remove batteries 7 4 5 Install Batteries Batteries must be selected and seated appropriat...

Page 40: ...40 Maintenance and Care 7 5 Solution tank 1 Solution tank 2 Fill level sight gauge 3 Fill port 4 Solution tank drain hose 5 Pump Box Fig 12 2 4 3 1 5 ...

Page 41: ...ark machine such that the solution tank drain hose Fig 12 5 is located above the drain aperture in the floor Take tank drain hose from holder and remove cap 7 5 3 Solution Filter Check solution filter at weekly intervals and clean or replace if required Only clean solution filter when the solution tank is empty 1 Empty solution tank Fig 12 1 see paragraph 7 5 2 2 Unscrew filter cap 3 Remove the fi...

Page 42: ...isions and the local regulations for disposal of detergents 4 Take drain hose Fig 13 2 from holder and empty recovery tank completely 7 6 2 Clean recovery tank Clean recovery tank at daily intervals or as required 1 Empty recovery tank per 7 6 1 2 Open tank lid Fig 13 4 of the recovery tank 3 Take drain hose Fig 13 2 from holder and empty recovery tank completely 4 Remove remaining dirt by rinsing...

Page 43: ...Release brush hub Fig 14 5 by removing the three thumbnuts 2 Remove and check the brushes 7 7 3 Clean brushes Clean brushes in the brush deck at daily intervals or as required 7 7 4 Replace brushes Check brushes in the brush deck for wear at daily intervals and replace as required 1 Insert brush into brush deck and rotate until it catches on the drive hub notched end must face inward Fig 14 6 7 2 ...

Page 44: ... In line Filter Maintenance The Solution Tank Filter B should be cleaned regularly To remove turn the Shut off Valve C closed by turning it 90O clockwise Next twist the Filter Cap A counter clockwise and pull the filter out to clean C A B ...

Page 45: ...f 2 Remove vacuum shoe locking bracket from left side of machine by rotating the vacuum shoe locking bracket and sliding the vacuum shoe out 3 Pull vacuum shoe backward until it is free from vacuum shoe mount 4 Repeat to remove the other vacuum shoe 5 Inspect or repair as necessary and reinstall 7 9 2 Cleaning 1 Flush vacuum shoes from top with water If necessary clean blockage from narrow opening...

Page 46: ...46 Maintenance and Care Notes ...

Page 47: ...47 Maintenance and Care Notes ...

Page 48: ...e to vacuum shoe or recov ery tank disconnected to vacuum shoe or damaged Reconnect or replace vacuum shoe hose Worn brushes Rotate or replace brushes Wrong brush or cleaning chemical Consult Minuteman Debris caught on scrub brushes Remove debris Moving machine too fast Slow down Low battery charge Recharge batteries Debris box full Empty and clean debris box Brushes worn Replace brushes Bristles ...

Page 49: ...fault codes Tripped 100 amp circuit breaker Check for an electrical short circuit Reset machine Reset breaker and turn key switch off and restart Batteries Low Charge Batteries Vacuum motor does not turn on Recovery tank full Empty recovery tank Excessive foaming in recovery tank Empty recovery tank Use less or change chemical Use defoaming agent Five LEDs flashing on Battery Gauge Check for motor...

Page 50: ...ION OVER CURRENT ERROR 0x7801 SOFT TRACTION MOTOR IN FOLDBACK STATE 0x7802 Traction MOTOR LINE VOLTAGES INSTABILITY TIMEOUT 0x7803 TRACTION SPEED INPUT OUT OF RANGE 0x7880 3 SOFT BRUSH MOTOR DISCONNECTED ERROR 0x7600 SOFT BRUSH CURRENT FOLDBACK 0x7601 SOFT BRUSH CURRENT FOLDBACK2 0x7602 SOFT BRUSH CURRENT FOLDBACK3 0x7603 SOFT BRUSH INHIBIT 0x7604 BRUSH OVERCURRENT DETECTION STARTUP FAULT 0x7605 4...

Page 51: ... BRUSH DECK ACTUATOR NEGATIVE SHORTED LOW 0x1412 4 2 SOFT SOLENOID 2 OVERCURRENT OCCURRED 0x1312 2 SOLENOID 2 OVERCURRENT 2 OCCURRED 0x1322 2 ERROR SOLENOID 2 POSITIVE SHORTED LOW 0x1413 2 ERROR SOLENOID 2 NEGATIVE SHORTED LOW 0x1414 5 SOFT VACUUM MOTOR DISCONNECTED ERROR 0x7700 SOFT VACUUM CURRENT FOLDBACK 0x7701 SOFT VACUUM CURRENT FOLDBACK2 0x7702 SOFT VACUUM CURRENT FOLDBACK3 0x7703 6 OFF AISL...

Page 52: ... ERROR 0x0813 1 SPEED POTENTIOMETER REFERENCE ERROR 0x0814 1 SPEED POTENTIOMETER LO REFERENCE ERROR 0x0815 1 SPEED POTENTIOMETER HI REFERENCE ISO ERROR 0x0816 7 1 SPEED POTENTIOMETER LO REFERENCE ISO ERROR 0x0817 1 SPEED POTENTIOMETER ERROR BOTH HAVE READINGS 0x0818 1 SOFT BELLY BUTTON ACTIVATED 0x7901 7 2 V2POINT5 VOLTAGE REF ERROR 0x0705 2 HI SWITCH REF ERROR 0x0706 2 EMERGENCY STOP ERROR 0x7900...

Page 53: ...ed elsewhere 9 1 SOLUTION TANK EMPTY 0x1318 9 2 SOFT ALARM OVERCURRENT OCCURRED 0x131C 9 3 SOFT SOLUTION PUMP OVERCURRENT OCCURRED 0x1313 9 4 SOFT SOLENOID 1 OVERCURRENT OCCURRED 0x1314 9 5 BRAKE FAULT 1 0x1500 5 BRAKE FAULT 2 0x1501 5 BRAKE OVER CURRENT ERROR 0x1507 10 HIGH BATTERY ERROR 0x1600 ...

Page 54: ...e of replacement filters and or prefilters not manufactured by Minuteman or its designated licensees will void all warranties expressed or implied A potential health hazard exits without original equipment replacement All warranted items become the sole property of Minuteman or its original manufacturer whichever the case may be Minuteman disclaims any implied warranty including the warranty of me...

Page 55: ...hs labor MPV 13 one year parts MPV 14 and 18 two years parts one year labor Rapid Air blower one year parts one year labor Explosion Proof Vacuum one year parts one year labor Pneumatic Vacuums three years parts one year labor EX 12 and EX12H one year parts one year labor Battery Operated Group Three years parts two years labor ninety days travel Not to exceed two hours Exceptions Sweepers one yea...

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