5 - FORM NO. 56041466 / SELECTLINE 17TS / 20TS
INTRODUCTION
This manual will help you get the most from your Kent SelectLine. Read it
thoroughly before operating the machine.
This product is intended for commercial use; polishing, spray buffing, scrubbing,
stripping and rotary carpet shampooing.
PARTS AND SERVICE
Repairs, when required, should be performed by your Authorized Kent Service
Center, who employs factory trained service personnel, and maintains an
inventory of Kent original replacement parts and accessories.
Call the KENT 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 Number and Serial Number of your machine are shown on the
Nameplate on the bottom of the machine. This information is needed when
ordering repair parts for the machine. Use the space below to note the Model
Number and Serial Number of your machine for future reference.
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
UNCRATE THE MACHINE
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 Kent Customer Service Department immediately to file
a freight damage claim.
(A) - KNOW YOUR MACHINE
1
Operator Hand Grips
2
Switch Lever Safety Lock Button
3
Switch Levers - Squeeze - ON / Release - OFF
4
Handle Adjustment Lever
5
Power Cord
6
Operator Handle
7
Power Cord Hook
8
LO/HI Speed Selector Switch
WARNING!
This machine contains moving parts. To reduce the risk of injury,
always unplug the power cord before servicing.
(B) - INSTALLING THE BRUSH OR PAD HOLDER
Align the lugs with the corresponding slots in the brush or pad holder and turn the
brush or pad holder counterclockwise to lock it in place. To remove brush/pad
holder, give it a quick, hard turn clockwise.
CAUTION!
Using the wrong brush or pad on this machine can damage the floor or overload
the motor.
OPERATION
1
Unwrap the Power Cord and plug it into a properly grounded outlet.
2
Select the desired speed setting; Low-190 rpm, High-300 rpm.
TWO SPEED SELECTLINE SPEED SELECTOR GUIDE
Cleaning Application
Low Speed
High Speed
175 rpm
275 rpm
Carpet Shampooing
X
Stripping
X
Heavy Scrubbing
X
Bonnett Cleaning
X
Light Scrubbing
X
X
Carpet Shampooing (w/Soft-Touch Brush)
X
X
Spray Cleaning / Buffing
X
Buffing
X
Polishing
X
NOTE: Speed should not be changed while in operation. To change
speed, shut off machine, select desired speed setting and repeat steps
2-5.
3
Loosen the Handle Adjustment Lever (4) by pulling up on the bottom of
the lever. Move the Operator Handle downward until your arms are
almost straight. Then step down on top of the lever to lock it.
4
Lift the Handle until the brush (or pad) is flat against the floor.
WARNING!
Be prepared to control the machine as soon as the motor starts.
Just a slight up or down movement of the Handle will make the
machine move from side to side. Raise the Handle to go right.
Lower the Handle to go left.
CAUTION!
Immediately start moving the machine back and forth. Keep the
machine moving while the motor is running to avoid damage to the
floor or carpet.
5
Hold one of the Operator Hand Grips (1) firmly, push the Safety Lock
Button (2) and then compress the Switch Levers (3) to start the motor.
NOTE: When the dual controlled switch levers are released, the machine
shuts off immediately.
NOTE: When spray buffing, check the pad every 15 minutes for dirt and
wax build-up. If the pad is dirty, turn it over to expose the clean side or
install a clean pad.
