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- Operating Instructions Manual
R.P.S. Corporation GTX 24'' CYLINDRICAL Operating Instructions Manual - Notice
GTX-OP-EN
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COMMON WEAR PARTS
ROUND DISK BRUSHES:
BRUSHES
MODEL 26''
DISK
MODEL 30''
DISK
MODEL
34'' DISK
Super Grit
13-421SS
15-421SS
17-421SS
Tough Grit
13-421S
15-421S
17-421S
Midi Grit
13-421C
15-421C
17-421C
Light Grit
13-421PS
15-421PS
17-421PS
Poly (.028)
13-421P
15-421P
17-421P
Nylon (.016)
13-421N
15-421N
17-421N
Tampico
13-421T
15-421T
17-421T
Pad Driver
13-421D
15-421D
17-421D
Diamond Driver
13-421DD
15-421DD
17-421DD
Pad Driver Pad Retainer #40-433
Pad Driver Spring Clip #40-423
ROUND DISK PADS:
NOTICE
The ## in Disk Column Denotes Desk Pad Size: 13'', 15'' or
17''
DISK PADS
DISK
LEVEL
COLOR
Super Black
##-422BB
Very High
Black
Black
##-422B
High
Black
Brown
##-422BR
High
Brown
Green
##-422G
Medium
Green
Blue
##-422BL
Moderate
Blue
Red
##-422R
Moderate
Red
White
##-422W
Light
White
EDGE PADS AND SCREENS:
DESCRIPTION
28''×14''
SCRUBDECK
32''×14''
SCRUBDECK
White Pad
EDGE-4054
EDGE-5005
Red Pad
EDGE-4053
EDGE-5004
Blue Pad
EDGE-4052
EDGE-5009
Green Pad
EDGE-4051
EDGE-5002
Black Pad
EDGE-4050
EDGE-5001
White Driver Pad
EDGE-4058
N / A
60 Grit Sand Screen
EDGE-4059
N / A
80 Grit Sand Screen
EDGE-4060
N / A
100 Grit Sand Screen
EDGE-4061
EDGE-5028
120 Grit Sand Screen
EDGE-4062
EDGE-5029
150 Grit Sand Screen
EDGE-4063
N / A
Tile/Grout Renovator Pad
EDGE-4048
N / A
Dominator HD Strip Pad
EDGE-4055
N / A
Summary of GTX 24'' CYLINDRICAL
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- 2 - gtx-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. Th...
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Gtx-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 components 10 lcd screen menu displays: 11 machine setup 12 un-crating machine: 12 connecting bat...
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- 4 - gtx-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 ...
Page 5: Warning
Gtx-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 when climbing or descending ramps, always drive machine forward. To avoid overturning the ...
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- 6 - gtx-op-en safety label locations read and obey all safety labels on your gtx floor scrubber. If you have questions about these labels, ask your supervi- sor. These images indicate where on the gtx safety labels are located. If ever the labels become illegible, worn off, or torn, promptly repor...
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Gtx-op-en - 7 - operation controls 1. Lcd screen: lists functions and settings of the machine 2. High water recovery light [red]: indicates when the recovery tank is nearly full 3. Menu control: scrolls through different options on the lcd display - there are 3 different screens it will scroll throu...
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- 8 - gtx-op-en operation controls 1. Headlight switch: turns power of the headlight on and off 2. Horn: sounds the horn for warning oncoming traffi c 3. Adjustable steering: four settings for operator comfort and ease of entry 4. Hour meter: hour meter to indicate complete time machine has been on ...
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Gtx-op-en - 9 - machine components 1. Strobe light (optional): optional strobe light silently alerts others nearby of the machines presence 2. Recovery tank lid: latch must be secured for recovery tank to seal properly 3. Adjustable seat with arm rests: the machine is equipped with an ergonomic seat...
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- 10 - gtx-op-en machine components 1. Recovery access door: used for fl ushing out recovery tank with fresh water 2. Recovery tank: holds approximately 35 gallons of dirty “recovered” water 3. Foam protection screen: used to protect the vacuum motor from debris 4. Vacuum screen box: houses the dual...
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Gtx-op-en - 11 - lcd screen menu displays: ** use green menu selection button on control panel to change screens ** 1. Battery level indicator - indicates the energy level remaining in the batteries (shown on all menu displays) 2. Scrubdeck down pressure gauge - sets the down pressure on the brushes...
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- 12 - gtx-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. Rem...
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Gtx-op-en - 13 - adjusting squeegee: 1. Turning adjustment knob (a) clockwise (tightening) will lower tips and raise the center of the squeegee (see below). 2. This squeegee is adjusted too far back and will not pick up on the corners (see below). Note: tips off of the fl oor. 3. This squeegee is ad...
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- 14 - gtx-op-en installing disk pad driver or brush: 1. Turn on machine power. 2. Raise the scrubdeck by depressing the brush switch to the up and off position and turn the machine power back off. Remove key. 3. Loosen star knobs (a) and remove shrouds to access the scrubdeck (see below). 4. If the...
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Gtx-op-en - 15 - installing cylindrical brush: 1. Turn on machine power. 2. Raise the scrubdeck by depressing the brush switch to the up and off position and turn machine power back off. Remove key. Caution disconnect the batteries. 3. Remove side wiper pin (a) and open the wipers out- ward to allow...
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- 16 - gtx-op-en installing edge/orbitz pads: 1. Turn on machine power. 2. Raise the scrubdeck by depressing the brush switch to the up and off position and turn machine power back off. Remove key. 3. Select the correct pads that best meet your cleaning application. Consult your local dealer for ass...
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Gtx-op-en - 17 - leveling disk decks: notice all scrubdeck’s should be level at time of machine delivery. If machine scrubdeck is not level - contact your servicing dealer. 1. Drive machine to a fl at level surface and turn machine off. 2. Ensure that scrubdeck is in full upright position. Remove sh...
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- 18 - gtx-op-en machine operation pre-cleaning checklist: read and understand the safety messages section on pages 3 and 4 before operating the machine. 1. Check battery condition gauge on the control panel. Make sure batteries are fully charged before using. 2. Check the condition of the pads or b...
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Gtx-op-en - 19 - one pass scrubbing: 1. Turn on machine key switch (a). 2. Lower the squeegee by depressing the squeegee switch (g) (vacuum motor will turn on automatically). 3. Lower scrubdeck head to the fl oor by pressing the scrubdeck switch on the control panel (d). 4. Press up or down on the s...
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- 20 - gtx-op-en adjust shrouds blades: 1. For shroud rubber adjustments, loosen the nylok nuts (a) on the back of the shrouds (see below). 2. To adjust rubber to the desired height, just slide the curtain up or down in the slits and tighten screws. 3. Reattach the shroud to the scrubdeck by sliding...
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Gtx-op-en - 21 - open recovery lid: 1. Release both latches (a) on recovery tank lid (see below). 2. Rotate lid fully open. Flush recovery tank: 1. Rinse the recovery tank after every use (b). This will prevent heavy build-up on the bottom of the tank, foul odors as well as clogging of the drain hos...
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- 22 - gtx-op-en solution filter: the solution system has an “inline filter” (a) to fi lter out cleaning solution prior to scrubbing (see below). Cleaning solution filter: 1. To clean the solution filter, tip tank and then close gate valve (b) (see below). 2. Unscrew the clear cap (c) from house (d)...
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Gtx-op-en - 23 - draining solution tank: to drain unwanted cleaning solution from the solution tank, perform the following steps: (see below) 1. Tip machine tank back and pull the clear sight tube/drain hose (c) off barbed fi tting. 2. Rinse out tank and solution fl ow system with clean water. Drain...
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- 24 - gtx-op-en battery charging charger specifi cations • output voltage of 36 volts • output current of 36 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...
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Gtx-op-en - 25 - on-board charger charger specifi cations • output voltage of 24 volts • output current of 12 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 chargi...
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- 26 - gtx-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. Warn...
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Gtx-op-en - 27 - maintenance daily maintenance: 1. Remove the clean pads or brushes. Never use soiled pads when cleaning. Replace pads when they become packed with residue. 2. Remove and clean debris from the fl oat shut-off screen and drain saver located inside the recovery tank. 3. Drain and rinse...
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- 28 - gtx-op-en gtx 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): isolator hour meter: hour meter (vac): note...
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Gtx-op-en - 29 - page button brush pressure toggle managers lock out reverse switch brush switch solution +/- switch solution solenoid low solution light brush deck lift system brush motors vacuum switch vacuum motor performance off-board vac switch squeegee lift system squeegee adjustment pitch and...
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- 30 - gtx-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 circuit breaker tripped wait 5 minutes ...
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Gtx-op-en - 31 - problem cause solution poor water recovery on turns wipers worn replace wiper material wipers chatter tighten pivot points squeegee swing is binding contact local servicing dealer incorrect squeegee size contact local servicing dealer tires noisy bearing dry grease bearings faulty h...
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- 32 - gtx-op-en trouble-shooting central command note: this machine is operated by a sophisticated electronic “controller” that has many fail safes within it. It self-analyzes problems and fl ashes a four-digit alpha-numeric code of what is wrong in the lcd window. Most of these codes require a tec...
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Gtx-op-en - 33 - 5. 7700: vacuum motor circuit is open. 6. Throttle error: you pressed the foot pedal before turning on the key. Turn off the key and try again, leaving foot off of the pedal. 7. 2c00 and 2c01 error: low voltage warning. Voltage has dropped down below the minimum required to operate ...
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- 34 - gtx-op-en machine specs body construction/dimensions gtx tank material: poly ( 3 ⁄ 8 '') (0.9525 cm) chassis construction: 3 ⁄ 16 '' steel (.2 cm) rear wheels: (2×) 12'' × 5'' [(2×) 30.5 × 12.7 cm] size (l × w × h): 54'' × 26'' × 55'' (137 × 66 × 139 cm) weight (without batteries): 780 lb wei...
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Gtx-op-en - 35 - common wear parts round disk brushes: brushes model 26'' disk model 30'' disk model 34'' disk super grit 13-421ss 15-421ss 17-421ss tough grit 13-421s 15-421s 17-421s midi grit 13-421c 15-421c 17-421c light grit 13-421ps 15-421ps 17-421ps poly (.028) 13-421p 15-421p 17-421p nylon (....
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- 36 - gtx-op-en maroon eco prep pad edge-4056 edge-5007 remover burnishing pad edge-4057 edge-5008 porko burnishing pad edge-4047 n / a velcro pad 300-4024 n / a new style cylindrical brushes: for machine serial #50000 & greater brushes model 24'' cylindrical model 27'' cylindrical model 30'' cylin...
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Gtx-op-en - 37 - 38'' squeegee 28-770g 28-770l 28-770u 28-7180 45'' squeegee 290-770g 290-770l 290-770u 290-7180 notice squeegee blade kits include (1) rear blade, (1) front blade, and (2) backup wheels with hardware. Notice squeegee assemblies (complete) listed above all come with linatex blades. N...
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- 38 - gtx-op-en 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 f...
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Gtx-op-en - 39 - 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 prope...
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