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- FORM NO. 56041431 / GW 4512, GW 6016
INTRODUCTION
This manual will help you get the most from your
Advance GW 4512/6016
.
Read it thoroughly before operating the machine.
Note: Bold numbers in parentheses indicate an item illustrated on page
1 (Figure A).
This product is intended for commercial use only.
PARTS AND SERVICE
Repairs, when required, should be performed by your Authorized Advance
Service Center, who employs factory trained service personnel, and maintains
an inventory of Advance original replacement parts and accessories.
Call the ADVANCE DEALER named below for repair parts or service. Please
specify the Model and Serial number when discussing your machine.
(Dealer, affix service sticker here.)
NAME PLATE
The Model and Serial Number of your machine are shown on the Nameplate on
the machine. This information is needed when ordering repair parts for the
machine. Use the space below to note the Model and Serial Number of your
machine for future reference.
MODEL
SERIAL NUMBER
UNCRATING
When the machine is delivered, carefully inspect the shipping carton and the
machine for damage. If damage is evident, save the shipping carton so that it
can be inspected. Contact the Advance Customer Service Department
immediately to file a freight damage claim.
MACHINE ASSEMBLY
1
After uncrating, loosen the Handle Adjustment Knobs
(12)
and swing the
Handle
(7)
upright to a comfortable position.
2
If you have an Air Scoop model, install the Squeegee
(9)
, Recovery Hose
(8)
and Hose Adapter
(13)
as shown in Figure A.
3
If you have a non Air Scoop model, simply install the Hose Adapter
(13)
a recovery hose and whatever attachments you wish to use.
A - KNOW YOUR MACHINE
1
Main Power Switch
2
Power Head
3
Recovery Tank / Chassis
4
Squeegee Raise / Lower Pedal (Air Scoop only)
5
Drain Hose
6
Power Cord
7
Handle
8
Recovery Hose (Air Scoop only)
9
Squeegee (Air Scoop only)
10
Power Head Handle
11
Power Head Latches
12
Handle Adjust Knobs
13
Hose Adapter
14
Bucket (100V only)
TO PICK UP WATER
1
If the machine has been used for dry pick-up, remove the Dry Pick-Up
Filter
(A)
and re-install the Float
(B)
(See Figure B, page 1).
2
Place the Power Head
(2)
on top of the Recovery Tank / Chassis
(3)
and
Latch
(11)
into place. Make sure that the Main Power Switch
(1)
is in the
OFF position, then plug the Power Cord
(6)
into a wall outlet.
3
If you have an Air Scoop model, re-attach the Squeegee
(9)
and the
Recovery Hose
(8)
. If you have a non Air Scoop model, re-attach the
recovery hose.
4
Connect the other end of the Recovery Hose
(8)
to the Squeegee
(9)
or
wand and wet pick-up tool. Accessory hoses, wands and other
attachments are available from your local Advance Dealer.
5
Turn the Main Power Switch
(1)
ON.
6
Release the Squeegee Raise/Lower Pedal
(4)
to lower the Squeegee
(9)
to the floor. The Squeegee will pick up while moving forward or in
reverse.
(This step applies to the Air Scoop model only).
7
Add a defoamer chemical when picking up soapy water. To add
defoamer, first turn the Main Power Switch
(1)
OFF. Then remove the
Power Head
(2)
and pour the defoamer chemical into the Recovery
Tank / Chassis
(3)
, Bucket
(14)
on 100V model
.
See the manufacturer’s
recommendations for the proper amount. Put the Power Head
(2)
back
on the Recovery Tank / Chassis
(3)
, Latch
(11)
into place and turn the
Main Power Switch
(1)
ON
.
Add defoamer each time the tank (bucket)
is emptied.
8
The Power Head
(2)
has an automatic float shutoff to block the vacuum
system when the tank is full. You can tell when the float closes by the
sudden change in the sound of the vacuum motor. When the float
closes, the tank (bucket) must be emptied. The machine will not pick up
water with the float closed.
TO PICK UP DUST AND DIRT
1
If the machine has been used for wet pick-up, empty the Recovery Tank
/ Chassis
(3)
, Bucket
(14)
on 100V model, rinse it out and dry it
completely and install the Dry Pick-Up Filter (See Figure B). To install
the Dry Pick-Up Filter, first pull the Float
(B)
(Figure B) off of the Power
Head
(2)
. The Float
(B)
is held in place by rubber retainers and can be
pulled off and pushed back on easily. Push the Dry Pick-Up Filter
(A)
onto the vacuum motor housing as shown in Figure B (the filter fits
snugly over the vacuum motor housing, friction fit).
NOTE:
DO NOT use the machine for dry pick-up without the Dry Pick-
Up Filter
(A)
(Figure B) in place.
2
Re-install the Power Head
(2)
on top of the Recovery Tank / Chassis
(3)
and Latch
(11)
into place.
3
Connect the other end of the hose to a wand fitted with a dry pick-up tool.
Accessory hoses, wands and other attachments are available from your
local Advance Dealer.
4
Plug the Power Cord
(6)
into a wall outlet and turn the Main Power Switch
(1)
ON.
revised 5/99
