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Factory Cat 34 Operating Instructions Manual

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    - 2 - 34-op-en introduction this manual is furnished with each new machine. This manual will allow the operator to get the best performance out of your rps manufactured scrubber-drier, sweeper, burnisher, or orbital scrubber. Read this manual thoroughly before operating or servicing the machine. Thi...

  • Page 3

    34-op-en - 3 - table of contents introduction 2 about this manual 2 table of contents 3 safety messages 4 safety label locations 6 operation controls 7 operation controls 8 machine components 9 machine setup 10 un-crating machine: 10 connecting batteries: 10 installing main broom: 10 installing side...

  • Page 4: Danger

    - 4 - 34-op-en safety messages you will see four kinds of safety reminders in this manual: danger danger indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Warning warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in d...

  • Page 5: Warning

    34-op-en - 5 - warning the batteries in this machine produce hazardous voltage which can cause electrical shock, burns and/ or electrocution. Always disconnect batteries before servicing this machine. Warning this unit is intended for use indoors, and on dry surfaces. If outdoor use is necessary, re...

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    - 6 - 34-op-en safety label locations read and obey all safety labels on your 34 floor sweeper. If you have questions about these labels, ask your supervisor. These images indicate where on the 34 safety labels are located. If ever the labels become illegible, worn off, or torn, promptly report it t...

  • Page 7

    34-op-en - 7 - operation controls 1. Handlebar adjustment clamps: loosen clamps to adjust the total height of the handlebar 2. Recharge cycle meter: shows the amount of charges on a machine 3. Main broom position lever: controls whether the main broom is up (lever to the left) or main broom is down ...

  • Page 8

    - 8 - 34-op-en operation controls 1. Safety shut-off switch: safety switch that doesn’t apply motors to operate unless depressed - automatically operated by closing the hood 2. Onboard battery charger: onboard charger allows operator to charge machine wherever the need may arise 3. Wet-sweep bypass ...

  • Page 9

    34-op-en - 9 - machine components 1. Machine hood: machine hood automatically hits motor safety switch upon closure 2. Rear wheels: rear wheels driven by the clutch lever 3. Side broom: machine is equipped with a side broom - to activate the side broom, ensure that the power switch is to up position...

  • Page 10: Notice

    - 10 - 34-op-en machine setup un-crating machine: carefully check the crate for any signs of damage and that the batteries are in the unit. To un-crate the machine, remove banding strips from around the crate. Take off the top and sides and dispose properly. Remove brackets from machine wheels. Remo...

  • Page 11

    34-op-en - 11 - installing side brooms: 1. Lower the side broom by moving the lever and adjusting it to the left. 2. Remove the side broom from the box. 3. Install the side broom onto the motor shaft. Use the bottom hole on the shaft to install the clevis pin and saftey clip (a) (see below). 4. Chec...

  • Page 12

    - 12 - 34-op-en sweeping: 1. Turn on machine power switch (a). Switch in the middle position will power main brooms only. Switch in the up position will power main brooms and side brooms. 2. Check the battery gauge to ensure proper charge before starting to sweep (b). 3. Lower the main broom to the ...

  • Page 13: Notice

    34-op-en - 13 - cleaning filter: 1. If dust begins to blow through the vacuum motor, is leaking out of the sides, or machine begins to not sweep well, then the fi lter needs to be cleaned. 2. Before cleaning filter, turn off main broom and side broom motors. 3. Clean the filter by turning the beater...

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    - 14 - 34-op-en on-board charger charger specifi cations • output voltage of 12 volts • output current of 25 amps max • input voltage of 110 volts/ 60 hz (220v/50 hz available) • automatic shut off circuit • made for deep cycle batteries danger explosive hydrogen gas forms when batteries are chargin...

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    34-op-en - 15 - battery charging charger specifi cations • output voltage of 12 volts • output current of 25 amps max (optional) • input voltage of 110 volts/ 60 hz (220v/50 hz available) • automatic shut off circuit • made for deep cycle batteries danger explosive hydrogen gas forms when batteries ...

  • Page 16: Danger

    - 16 - 34-op-en battery maintenance guide safety: danger explosive hydrogen gas forms when batteries are charging. An open fl ame or spark can cause this gas to explode. Serious personal injury or property damage could occur. Only charge the batteries in this machine in a well ventilated area. Warni...

  • Page 17: Notice

    34-op-en - 17 - maintenance daily maintenance: 1. Remove the clean brooms. Never use soiled brooms when cleaning. Replace brooms when they become worn. 2. Turn beater bar for 20 seconds to clean out filter. Inspect fi lter. 3. Pull out hopper to empty and clean before machine storage. 4. Wipe down m...

  • Page 18

    - 18 - 34-op-en 34 pm records customer information customer email address phone city state zip contact machine information model #: serial #: work order#: hour meter (key): chassis hour meter: hour meter (traction): re-charge counter: hour meter (scrub): battery condition cell 1 cell 2 cell 3 cell 4...

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    34-op-en - 19 - inner side curtain vacuum hose front caster condition rear wheels condition comments servicing distributor: ____________________________________ technician’s name: _______________________ date: ____________ signature: ____________________ customer’s name: ________________________ dat...

  • Page 20

    - 20 - 34-op-en trouble-shooting problem cause solution no power - nothing operates faulty power switch contact local servicing dealer batteries need charging see charging batteries faulty batteries replace battery loose battery cable tighten loose cable main broom does not sweep main broom is not d...

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    34-op-en - 21 - machine specs body construction/dimensions 34 frame construction: 1 ⁄ 8 '' steel (.3175 cm) front casters: 5" × 2" [12.7 × 5.08 cm] rear wheels: (2×) 10" × 3" [(2×) 25.4 × 7.62 cm] size (l × w × h): 58'' × 31'' × 38'' (147 × 78 × 96 cm) weight (without batteries): 355 lb weight (with...

  • Page 22

    - 22 - 34-op-en common wear parts cylindrical brooms: broom type part #'s poly 4-401 nylon 4-401n carpet broom 4-401nn poly & steel 4-401s union 4-401u union & steel 4-401us side brooms: side broom type part#'s poly 4-402 poly & steel 4-402s filter kits: filter type part#'s standard filter assembly ...

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    34-op-en - 23 - standard warranty policy rps corporation warrants its machines and original equipment accessories to be free of manufacturer’s defects in materials or workmanship for the periods specifi ed below. Warranty will be granted at the sole discretion of rps corporation and is subject to fi...

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    - 24 - 34-op-en machine install / warranty registration installing dealer: installed by: location: (city, state): install date: end-user company name: end-user contact: address: city/state: zip: phone: fax: email: model: serial #: hour meter: buyer’s representative has received instruction in proper...

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